the Paper - August 30, 2023

Farmers markets —

Farmers markets are a summer staple. Shoppers can enjoy fresh, locally grown produce as well as other goodies, such as honey, baked goods, crafts and other tasty treats right here in Kosciusko County.

Warsaw

The Kosciusko County Farmers and Artisans Market has served Warsaw and the surrounding area since 1976. With a wide range of products from Kosciusko County residents, the market represents the best of fresh, local vegetables, fruits, meat and eggs. Offerings also include a broad array of unique crafts and jewelry. Shoppers can find just the right item for a delicious meal, a perfect gift for a friend, or a treat or accessory for themselves.

The market is located in downtown Warsaw from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday, from May to October. If you would like to become a vendor or play music, email kcountyfarmersmarket@ gmail.com or visit www.facebook. com/KosCountyFarmersandArtisanMarket.

Kosciusko County Fairgrounds

Farmers Market has in-season fruits, vegetables, meat, and baked goods, all produced locally in Kosciusko County. It is open from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday and from 2-4 p.m. Wednesday, until the last Saturday of October (Oct. 28). The market is located at 1400 E. Smith St., Warsaw.

Pam Roberts is one of the vendors. She said she sells “all kinds of produce,” beef, chicken, goat, and turkey meat.

“We have honey, too,” she said.

Roberts said the farmers market is popular because “people want to support the local growers.”

She said onions are one of her family’s major crops at their farm north of Pierceton.

The cost to sell is $25 per year for the whole season. Visit its Facebook page for more information or call the fair office at (574) 269-1823.

Syracuse Syracuse Artisans and Farmers Market is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday through Sept. 2, at Veteran’s Memorial Park at Crosson Mill.

The 14th season of the Artisans and Farmers Market opened in May. The market has displays

of locally grown produce, flowers, baked goods and art. The goal is to fill the park to create a diverse and friendly community shopping experience. Located directly off of SR 13 in the heart of town, residents and visitors come together to celebrate local food and art in the park.

For more information or about becoming a vendor, contact Darin Lursen at dlursen@syracusein. org or download a vendor form on its website, www.syracusein.org/ departments/parks/farmers_market.php.

Blue Barn Berry Farm’s Country Market, 9139 N. CR 300E, Syracuse, has seasonal produce, honey and eggs. For more information, visit www.bluebarnberryfarm.com, email info@bluebarnberryfarm.com or call (574) 742-2247.

Mentone

The Mentone Community Market is a farmers, crafters, and bakers market. It has crafts, fruits and vegetables, flowers, honey and more. The market is open May to October from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. The market is located at 202 W. Main St., Mentone, across from the Mentone

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K NOW Y OUR N EIGHBOR

Veterinarian always has room for more animals

Darien Rodriguez, veterinarian and hobbyist fowl farmer, is one of those people who never seems to stop collecting new animals. She shares a home near Warsaw with four dogs, five ducks, six chickens and a fish, and she said she always hopes to add more.

Her grandfather gave Rodriguez her first dog when she was three years old.

“My grandpa was a trash man and he had a lot of connections in the community, so he would bring home lots of animals for me to take care of,” she said. “Luckily, at his house, not my own home, which my mom was greatly appreciative of,” Rodriguez shared.

As a child, Rodriguez spent time caring for the usual cats and dogs, but she also branched out by joining 4-H, adding goats, pigs, turkeys and a few horses to her menagerie. She’s taken care of small ani-

mals as well, or “pocket pets” as they’re sometimes called, mainly guinea pigs.

Out of all the animals she has experience with, Rodriguez hesitated somewhat to pick a favorite.

“A favorite is hard,” she said, “but I’d probably have to go with the dogs. They have a lot of personality and they can go everywhere with me.”

When it came to deciding to pursue veterinary medicine as a career, it was no easy feat, Rodriguez said.

“From a really young age, I just said I wanted to be a veterinarian, and I never really wavered from that,” Rodriguez explained.

During seven years of study at Purdue University and another year interning in Baltimore, her motivations and career path did change a bit.

“A lot of people just say, ‘oh, I love animals, I want to help animals.’ But then when you get into the field, you learn all the components and fields you

can be in within veterinary medicine, it kind of changes a little bit,” she said.

While she had started out with the goal of being a small town veterinarian, she found that emergency medicine was a better fit for her. Instead of sticking to one clinic, she does relief work at different veterinary emergency rooms, often in nearby communities, like Mishawaka and Fort Wayne, but her work has also taken her out of state to Virginia, California and South Dakota.

“Really, it’s anywhere I decide to go,” Rodriguez said.

On the home front, Rodriguez’s fowl are their own adventure. According to Rodriguez, it can be something of a journey getting your brood to cooperate.

“They’re just reaching maturity, they’re figuring things out, but we started out with one chicken egg a day and now we’re up to four,” she said.

As with all her animals, she takes care to keep her ducks and chickens happy and healthy. They’re allowed to roam the property, forging food

for themselves, but they also get healthy treats, like peas, to make sure they’re feeling their best.

When she’s not working or

tending to her birds, Rodriguez spends time on home improvement projects and discovering new restaurants and coffee shops with her partner, Yvette.

Support local food, youth and ag education programs through a Gift of Grain donation

This fall, the Kosciusko County Community Foundation invites the local agricultural community to make a Gift of Grain to the Ag Cares Fund.

“The process is simple,” said Stephanie Overbey, Foundation CEO. “When delivering grain to your elevator, let them know how much should be set aside for a gift to charity.” The grain given to the Community Foundation will be sold according to the Foundation’s instructions,

in the Foundation’s name. Unless otherwise specified, all proceeds go to the Ag Cares Fund.

The following local elevators participate in Gift of Grain:

• Clunette Elevator

• Creighton Brothers

• Deatsman Grain Farms

• Louis Dreyfus

• Mentone Grain & Feed

The Ag Cares Fund supports charitable activities important to the local agricultural community, including food programs,

Early deadline

The Kosciusko edition of ‘the PAPER’ will observe an early deadline for the issue of Sept. 6. All news copy, display advertising and classified advertising must be in the Warsaw, Syracuse

or Milford office of ‘the PAPER’ by 1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 1. All offices of The Papers will be closed Monday, Sept. 4 in observance of Labor Day. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 5.

youth programs and ag education programs.

“The fund is an endowment,” said Overbey. “The principal of the fund is not spent, but income generated from investments are available for grantmaking — forever!”

Since its inception, the Ag Cares Fund has awarded more than $11,000. Grants have supported FFA programs at four area high schools; food programs through Hoosiers Feeding the Hungry; Combined Community Services; Boomerang Backpacks; Fellowship Missions; Classroom Lake Experience through the Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams; and 4-H programming.

Donors may enjoy tax benefits by giving a Gift of Grain, as well. “You won’t pay selfemployment, federal, or state income tax on commodities gifts, but you can still deduct expenses related to the production of the commodities you are donating,” Overbey said. “The tax savings can be considerable.” Donors are encouraged to contact their tax or financial advisor to determine if a Gift of Grain makes sense for them.

For more information about making a Gift of Grain, visit kcfoundation.org /ag or call (574) 267-1901.

This week’s top 10 American artist is a mystery

The artist this week is No. eight of the top 10 American artists.

He was born close by in Chicago, Ill., in the early 1900s. This artist was the fourth-born son of the family. His father was, at various times, a farmer, carpenter and building contractor. His mother was a public school teacher.

When the family moved to Missouri, the young potential artist enrolled in a school where his ability for art was discovered. His talent was recognized through his elaborate crayon drawings and painting in watercolors.

The family moved again to Kansas City where this student worked for his father, who had purchased a paper route. Besides the newspaper delivery job, which our developing artist disliked, he was able to get into a correspondence school to learn cartooning.

He continued his art education at the Kansas City Art Institute and School of Design. He was quick to learn and used his inquisitive, creative, talent to further his abilities.

It was no surprise when in 1917, the father moved his family again back to their roots in Chicago. These repeated travels and moves fostered his creativity by exposing him to new areas, new sites and new developments, which helped hone his skills.

Even though he was furthering his art skills, he was still enrolled in McKinley High School. While there, he utilized his art skills by drawing on a newly discovered talent in photography.

He also worked for the high school newspaper, which he enjoyed much better than delivering the papers on his earlier paper routes. This included his love of cartoons, which he hoped would eventually propel him into a job as an acting newspaper cartoonist.

His dream job was put on hold; however, when World War I broke out. He worked during the war as an ambulance driver in Germany and France being exposed to the most war torn and fragile areas of humanity.

His life repertoire was filling in experiences that benefited his artistic development. In 1919, he returned to Kansas City where he obtained parttime employment in various commercial art studios. By

chance, he became acquainted with another young artist named Iwerks. Their collaborative efforts would grow and create a dynasty that took the world by storm.

A wonderful stop to experience local talent and creativity and free to visit to see the world through their eyes.

Fire Station. For information, email sk5196@yahoo.com or call (574) 353-8105.

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North Webster

Hepler’s Farm Market, a locally-owned fresh produce and fruit market, has a variety of vegetables available. There are blueberries, seedless and seeded watermelon, corn, peppers, and potatoes, among others. The market is located at the northwest corner of SR 13 and CR 500N, North Webster. Call (574) 594-2656 or visit its Facebook page. It is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Winona Lake

Winona Lake Farmers Market, 705 Park Ave., Winona Lake. Hours are every from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday until Saturday, Sept. 30.

Currently, there are about seven vendors, which have fresh flowers, coffee, cheese, meats, and micro-greens. Vendors also sell other homegrown produce and plants, baked goods, mushrooms, honey, eggs, and tallow-based products.

A free bounce house keeps children entertained, and many

Leesburg

A flower farm in Leesburg has U-pick options. Pick flowers and enjoy the colorful array of flowers at this flower farm, 2058 E. CR 450N, Leesburg.

For information, email farmhouseflowers414@gmail.com or call (574) 221-9258.

Bourbon

Bourbon Farmers and Artisan Market is open 6-8 p.m. every Monday.

For more information, visit visitkosciuskocounty.org/play/shopping/farm-fresh.

The name of this famous artist will be unveiled in this column next week. In the mean time, you can enjoy trying to discover the name of this rare artist but no cheating. Feel free to send us your best guess. Stay tuned next week for part II when we reveal more about this artist’s work and who they were.

Events

• Lakeland Art Association.

• Warsaw City Hall. Sam Hoffman exhibit continues until Sept. 27. To have your work considered for exhibit or for questions, contact the curator at mcdar7@gmail.com or text (574) 527-4044. Exhibiting is free and you retain all monies for artwork sold.

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‘Studio Sessions’ exhibit on display at Grace College

The Grace College Department of Visual and Performing Arts is presenting a new art exhibition, “Studio Sessions,” by Atlanta-based Mony Nation.

The exhibit will feature a collection of her photographic works, which will be on display now through Thursday, Oct. 12, at the Art Gallery of Mount Memorial Hall, 1 Lancer Way, Winona Lake.

“We are thrilled to invite the incredibly talented Mony Nation to Grace College,” said Kim M. Reiff, chair of the department of visual and performing arts. “Her aesthetic approach reveals her sensitivity in observation that connects the viewer to those stunningly featured through the medium of photography.”

“Studio Sessions” displays 23 photographic works derived from collaborative studio sessions taking place monthly over the course of a year. This body of work features black, indigenous people of color in locations across three states. Using natural and staged lighting, Nation incorporates shape, movement and

a variety of props, and the background settings are anchored by red and warm color tones. Having traveled to more than 29 countries, Nation finds inspiration in the stories of black lives, communities and women wherever she travels. She has shown her work extensively. She was recently named the LensCulture Critics’ Choice Award winner in 2022. Additionally, her Master of Fine Arts thesis work was showcased on the Ameri-

can Institute of Graphic Arts New York platform.

“Mony’s photographic work reflects a robust artistic talent and practice, including design, fashion, videography and writing,” said Aaron Winey, director of the media arts program at Grace. “We are honored to have her exhibition at Grace College.”

Nation received both a Bachelor of Science in interior design and a Bachelor of Science in apparel design from the University of Alabama. She has an MFA in graphic design from the Vermont College of Fine Arts.

Nation will give an artist talk at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20, in the Mount Memorial Art Gallery. The community is invited to attend the free opening reception 7-9 p.m.

The exhibit is open to all without charge. Gallery hours are noon to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. For more information, call the Grace College Department of Visual and Performing Arts at (574) 372-5100, ext. 6022, or email vpma@grace.edu. The exhibit is handicap-accessible.

Parkview now offering shared employer clinics

Parkview Employer Solutions is now offering shared employer clinics, giving more organizations the ability to access a network of clinics focused on employee health and wellness.

Employer clinics, whether they are exclusive to one organization or shared by multiple employers, help to create more convenient access to health care, improve employee well-being and lower the overall cost of care.

“These clinics are just one of the ways Parkview helps to reduce the overall cost of health care for employers and, more importantly, improve the health and well-being of their workforce,” said Dr. Greg Johnson,

regional market president for Parkview Health. “We are continually looking for ways we can partner directly with employers to create more value for their businesses and their employees.”

Parkview’s new shared employer clinics allow multiple organizations of all sizes access to health care exclusively for their employees at a reduced cost.

Parkview’s first shared clinic opened July 17 at 3898 New Vision Drive, Suite C, which is located on the Parkview Regional Medical Center campus.

Later this year, a second shared clinic will open in Warsaw. The Kosciusko County employer clinic will be co-located with other Parkview employer

solutions offerings, initially including occupational health, employee assistance program, workplace wellness and diabetes care direct. Leaders are assessing other employer-focused services that could be added to this location, which is close to the Parkview Warsaw campus on Mariners Drive.

Parkview’s employer clinics, whether shared or dedicated to a single employer, are designed around value-based care, a concept that focuses on preventive care and lifestyle medicine to reduce the future costs of treating chronic conditions.

Employers pay one flat monthly rate for access, reducing claims on their health plan. The clinic is then free to employees, who incur no co-pays or out-of-pocket costs for care through the clinic, including a robust list of lab tests as well as common medications.

Employer clinics are designed to make health care more efficient and convenient, ensuring employees receive the care and attention they need, while reducing time away from work. With exclusive access for members, employer clinics offer concierge-type service, including same-day appointments and low wait times. For less complex needs, employees can also choose a virtual visit.

Parkview’s employer solutions also offer its members an exclusive data analytics programs to assess risks and future costs. This helps to identify at-risk individuals, or those predicted to be rising risks and rising costs, and proactively engage them in preventive care. Specially trained nurse navigators also follow up with patients to ensure they have completed necessary screenings and follow-up testing.

Additionally, educational pro-

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Robotic-assisted surgery expands bariatric services

Patients now have an option of robotic-assisted bariatric surgery at Goshen Physicians Center for Weight Reduction.

Dr. Denise Murphy began using the da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery system for gastric bypass in June and sleeve gastrectomy procedures in January at Goshen Hospital. The advanced technology is part of Goshen

Hospital’s comprehensive minimally invasive surgery program.

“Robotic-assisted technology has been a part of our surgical program for more than a decade,” said Randy Christophel, Goshen Health president and CEO. “The addition of this advanced technology for weightloss surgery means more patients can stay close to home for

Brittany’s Memorial 5K set for Sept. 2

A free 5K run and walk in memory of the late Brittany Scutchfield will take place Saturday, Sept. 2, at Limitless Park, 1598 Park Ave., Winona Lake.

The memorial 5K starts at 8:30 a.m. and participants may either run or walk.

The 5K is free to enter; however, a box will be available to collect donations. All proceeds from the event will go into a

college fund to benefit Scutchfield’s daughters.

Cupcakes in celebration of Scutchfield’s birthday will be provided by The Cake Lady.

For more information, visit Brittany’s Memorial 5K on Facebook.

People can register for the event by purchasing a shirt at http://brittany5K.logoshop.com.

This is the second year for the 5K run and walk.

life-changing procedures that are less invasive than traditional surgery.”

Robotic assistance allows surgeons to perform routine and complex surgeries with more precision and control than with conventional procedures. The surgeon uses only a few small incisions, similar to laparoscopic surgery. High-definition, 3D imaging allows the surgeon to see more clearly with magnification, enhancing visualization, especially for internal organ areas that are difficult to reach by hand.

Most patients experience less pain after robotic-assisted surgery and have shorter stays in the hospital. They can recover more quickly with fewer complications and return to normal activities in less time.

Murphy, who has provided bariatric surgery services at Goshen Physicians Center for Weight Reduction since 2004, completed additional robotic training on the da Vinci roboticassisted surgical system over

Annie’s Project course for area farm women starts Sept. 11

Purdue Extension offices in Kosciusko and St. Joseph counties are partnering together to offer an Annie’s Project course for farm women, beginning Monday, Sept. 11, at Bremen Public Library, 304 N. Jackson St., Bremen.

Annie’s Project is a nonprofit organization that aims to empower women in agriculture through education, networks and resources.

Annie’s Project offers a sixweek, discussion-based workshop that brings women together to learn from experts in production, financial management, human resources, marketing and the legal field. There’s plenty of time for questions, sharing, reacting and connecting with presenters and fel-

low participants. It’s a relaxed and dynamic way to learn, grow and meet other farm women.

Whether new or experienced, understanding the five areas of agricultural risk, knowing how to analyze agricultural spreadsheets and other necessary skills are important, and learning them in a friendly environment, where questions and discussion are welcomed, is meant to allow the learning process to flourish.

Annie’s Project courses have successfully reached more than 15,000 farm and ranch women in 33 states.

The cost for the local course is $65 per person, which includes a workbook and support materials for all sessions. Course size is limited. Those interested

Parkview now

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grams for weight management, diabetes and hypertension can help employers address key drivers of health costs.

“Employer clinics create value for employers through improved health outcomes and cost avoid-

ance,” said Melissa McKown, vice president, Parkview employer solutions. “Many employers in our region have self-funded health plans, meaning they are exposed to a lot of risk. We’re trying to help them remove variability through more standard-

must register by Tuesday, Sept. 5, at https://bit.ly/APFall23 or by calling (574) 235-9605.

Linda, an Annie’s Project alumna, said, “I took the class to gain a better understanding about agribusiness and how financial decisions impact our farm operation. I have a better understanding of balance sheets and the futures market … this class has improved communication with my spouse on concerns he works with on a daily basis.”

For more information, contact Emily Evers at (574) 235-9605 or everse@purdue.edu or Emily Kresca at eluc@purdue.edu or (574) 372-2340.

More information can be found on the Annie’s Project website at anniesproject.org.

ized costs, all the while creating healthier employees for their organizations.”

For more information, visit parkview.com/employersolutions, email parkviewemployersolutions@parkview.com or call (260) 373-9017.

the last year. Goshen Health offers one of the most comprehensive minimally invasive surgery programs in north central Indiana. Surgeons use robotic-assisted

systems for a wide range of procedures to treat patients with hernias, bowel and gallbladder issues, cancer, orthopedic and gynecological conditions and now obesity.

Harrison Husky PTO hosting Color-A-Thon

The Harrison Husky parentteacher organization is hosting a Color-A-Thon fundraiser Saturday, Sept. 23.

The fundraiser lets kids walk, run, skip or cartwheel through a course and get blasted by color dust.

The community is invited to participate in Color-A-Thon.

The registration fee is $30 and includes a T-shirt and color dye pack, if registered by Friday, Sept. 1.

The color dust is safe, nontoxic and completely washable. It’s made of cornstarch and color dyes approved by the Food and Drug Administration.

The Harrison Husky PTO calls the event a “safe and healthy fundraiser” that lets students and the community “have a blast while raising money.”

Money raised from the event will be used to provide additional funds to teachers and for student enrichment.

The Color-A-Thon will take place at 11 a.m. at Harrison Elementary School, 1300 Husky Trail, Warsaw. Registration will begin at 10:15 a.m.

To register or to donate, visit shop.schoolathon.org/198273.

More information about Color-A-Thon can be found at schoolathon.org.

Bowen Center cuts ribbon on newest co-located health clinic

Bowen Center introduced a new health clinic, co-located with its outpatient office in Warsaw, Thursday, Aug. 24. The ribbon cutting and open house was another milestone in its move to integrative care.

By conveniently offering primary health care, mental health care, addiction recovery treatment and behavior modification coaching services for their patients under one roof in locations throughout northern Indiana, its goal is to

help patients live longer, healthier lives.

“Bowen Center is proud to be Kosciusko County’s community mental health center. We have helped people struggling with parenting, relationships, addictions, and serious mental illness for over 62 years,” said Dr. Rob Ryan, Bowen Center president and CEO. “Today, in the U.S., 70% of all psychiatric prescriptions are written by primary care doctors. By including primary care, we’re expanding ac-

cessibility and reducing stigma. We already have world-class health care here in Kosciusko County.”

Ryan continued, “We are doing this because the local medical community, schools, criminal justice system, and other partners are encouraging us to fill a gap. They have been raising concerns that mental illness is rising and access to services for those with Medicaid and those who can’t afford services is lacking. Today’s celebration is about opening a place that will

add years to the patients’ lives we already serve and bringing in new patients, who cannot afford services or find them with Medicaid. This clinic is stepping into that gap. So, to the other health care providers in this community, Bowen is here to partner with you and your patients. The cost will not be a barrier for them.”

The center originally opened Bowen Health Clinic in a separate building, adjacent to the Warsaw outpatient office, in 2020. It was

Mental health — the importance of self-care

Mental health includes our emotional, psychological and social well-being. It is pivotal to our overall health and quality of life. Mental health can affect how someone thinks, feels, acts and responds to different situations.

An important way to manage our mental health is by imple-

menting self-care techniques. The act of self-care can help you manage stress, lower your risk of illness, and increase your energy level. Self-care can look different for different people. So, how do you go about incorporating selfcare into your daily life?

In some cases, the act of selfcare can be seen as a luxury instead of a necessity. As busy adults, we often push self-care off until we feel stressed and completely burnt out.

Many researchers actually rec-

ommend making self-care a part of your routine and intentionally setting aside time for these activities. This could be scheduling specific time on the calendar for self-care or setting standing dates with friends, family members and partners to connect.

While it’s encouraged to take time for self-care, it isn’t always easy to disengage from distractions, like your cell phone/media devices or common stressors in your environment.

When days begin to run to-

gether, and you are feeling burnt out, evaluate which areas of your life are in need of some attention and self-care. As life situations change, priorities change. Don’t attempt to tackle everything at once. Do it in small steps, which can be sustained long term. Schedule time to focus on your needs. Even when you don’t think you can squeeze anything else in, make self-care your top priority. Always be kind to yourself and your basic human needs.

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Bowen Center’s first primary care clinic and served as a pilot of sorts. The center now has primary care clinics, modeled after the original clinic, co-located with their mental health care services in Warsaw, Fort Wayne, Huntington, Wabash, and Plymouth, with more planned.

“As we quickly grow our integrated-care footprint in northern Indiana, we are helping more patients find accessible health care for their body and mind no matter their ability to pay,” said Cindy Brady, a Bowen Center board of directors member. “I am so pleased that those living in Kosciusko County have access to this important health care resource, especially vulnerable populations where oftentimes their health takes a back seat to other life challenges. Here they will find quality, affordable health care that will help them live their best lives longer.”

Bowen Center’s move to integrated care is aimed at addressing the unique health care challenges under-served populations face. Removing obstacles preventing or limit access to quality health care, contributes to the quality of life for those living in a community.

“Integrative care has been in our hearts for a number of years; taking care of the whole patient,” said Mike Murphy, Bowen Center’s Kosciusko County senior director. “That’s what we want to do.”

“To our patients, thank you for choosing us to care for your health and trusting us to provide quality care for your families,” said Tera Yoder, Bowen Center Kosciusko director. “To our community partners, you have cheered us on and given us unwavering support as we grow. So many call Kosciusko County home, and it’s a privilege walking alongside each of you helping take care of our community and ensuring that everyone has access to quality health care.”

“Health takes on many meanings, and if I can use a quote from “The Princess Bride:” If you haven’t got your health, you haven’t got anything,” said Rob Parker, Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce president and CEO. “I am so proud of Bowen and what they are doing to improve the health of our citizens.”

Bowen Health Clinic welcomes Medicaid; no one is turned away for an inability to pay. To make an appointment, call (888) 470-0082.

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Wagon Wheel Conservatory announces class schedule for fall session

The Wagon Wheel Conservatory has released its class schedule for this fall.

Classes will take place at the Wagon Wheel Conservatory and Wagon Wheel Rehearsal Room.

Classes are $80 for the session of six classes with the exception of the Musical Theatre Tykes and Musical Theatre Triple Threat Studio, which are $100 per sixweek session.

Sign up for more than one class per session and receive a $10 discount on each additional class. In order to take advantage of this discount, you must enroll by calling the box office phone number at (574) 267-8041, between the hours of 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday.

Classes meet weekly from Aug. 29 to Oct. 7, with a showcase rehearsal from 1-2:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 8, and a showcase performance on the Wagon Wheel stage at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 8.

Class Offerings

Theater Adventures: For those in grades 2-4, 4:45-6 p.m. Tuesday, in the Wagon Wheel Conservatory. This class is an introduction to the adventurous world of theater. Through acting games, exercises, and a short dynamic script, students will work corroboratively to rehearse a final showcase performance for family and friends.

Acting Studio: For those in grade 8 and older, 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, in the Wagon Wheel Conservatory. This class will give participants the vocabulary, tools and techniques necessary to act on stage. Through exercises, scene studies and a devised theater experience, participants will rehearse while learning to create a final showcase for family and friends.

Drama Time: For those in

grades 5-7, 4:45-6 p.m. Wednesday, in the Wagon Wheel Conservatory. This class brings all the drama to the stage. Through exercises, scene studies and a short dynamic script, students will work corroboratively to rehearse a final showcase performance for family and friends.

Musical Theater Dance: For those in grades 3-4, 5:15-6 p.m. Wednesday, in the Wagon Wheel Rehearsal Room. An introduction to the world of dance for the musical theater. This class will meet students at their current skill levels to build techniques and get them dancing in character. There will be a full group showcase performance for family and friends. Dance shoes are not provided and may or may not be required for students.

Improv: No Scripts Allowed: For those in grades 5-12, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, in the Wagon Wheel Conservatory. This class will help students build the techniques necessary to create spontaneous comedic moments on stage. Through games, exercises and reading activities, students will build an ensemble, develop comedic and improvisational skills and learn best practices, while preparing to perform a short improv show in a final showcase for family and friends.

Musical Theater Dance: For adults, 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, in the Wagon Wheel Rehearsal Room. This all-adult class is a low-pressure, fun introduction to the world of dance for the musical theater. There will be a full-group showcase performance for family and friends. Dance shoes are not provided and may or may not be required for students.

Musical Theater Dance: For those in grades 5-12, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, in the Wagon

Wheel Rehearsal Room. This is an introduction to the world of dance for the musical theater. There will be a full-group showcase performance for family and friends. Dance shoes are not provided and may or may not be required for students.

Beginning Tap: For those in grade 5 and older, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, in the Wagon Wheel Rehearsal Room. Ever dreamed of making music with your feet? This class is for you. This class will give novices and experts alike the chance to hone their skills and tap in character. There will be a full-group showcase performance for family and friends. Tap shoes are not provided and

will be required for students.

Musical Theatre Tykes: For those in grades 3-5, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, in the Wagon Wheel Rehearsal Room. Work on acting, singing and dancing to join the world of musical theatre. Learn the basics and hone your skills to act, sing and dance in character to serve the story. Through scenes, solos, duets and group numbers, students will rehearse as they learn to create a final showcase for family and friends. Dance shoes are not provided and may or may not be required for students.

Musical Theater Triple Threat Studio: For those in grades 6-12, 2-4 p.m. Saturday,

in the Wagon Wheel Rehearsal Room. Work on being a triple threat in this studio class that will train students in acting, singing and dancing. Whether they’re brand new to musical theater or their pirouettes are already as sharp as their acting choices, this class will meet them where they are to further develop their ability to act, sing and dance in character to serve the story.

Through scenes, solos, duets and group numbers, students will rehearse as they learn to create a final showcase for family and friends. Dance shoes are not provided and may or may not be required for students.

Gov. Holcomb launches statewide expansion of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

Gov. Eric Holcomb is launching a statewide expansion of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, which gifts free, high-quality, age-appropriate books to children from birth to age five on a monthly basis, regardless of family income. Holcomb announced the expansion as part of his 2023 Next Level Agenda.

The goal of the expansion is to make books available to children 5 years old and younger in every zip code in Indiana. The program is free to enrolled children and will soon be available to more children and families in Indiana.

“I learned from a very young age that reading is the key to further education and opportunity ahead, long term,” Holcomb said. “The very ability to read can transport children and adults alike to places they have never been and open doors they never knew existed.

By making Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library available in every zip code, we are giving Hoosier children yet another personalized tool close to home they’ll need for literary success.”

On May 4, Holcomb signed legislation into law allotting $6 million over the biennium, $2 million in the first year, and $4 million in the second year, as part of a community share to expand the program to every zip code in the state.

“It takes a lot of great people working together to make this possible, and I want to thank Gov. Holcomb, the Indiana General Assembly, State Librarian Jake Speer, and all our local community partners across the state who helped make this dream a reality,” Dolly Parton said.

The Indiana State Library will coordinate the program and

provide the state’s match to interested organizations or individuals to become local program partners. Currently in Indiana, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is available in 54 counties and is partially available in eight counties, with expansion plans to fully cover the entire state — all 92 Indiana counties. Starting Friday, Sept. 1, current local Imagination Library partners will only pay 50% of the local program cost with the remaining 50% paid by the state.

“Early literacy is very important, and Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program makes reading fun and exciting for children and their families,” said Speer. “I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to work with existing and new partners in Indiana to get statewide coverage of this program.”

OBITUARIES

Kathy S. Brock

Mother/Grandmother/Great-Grandmother

Kathy S. Brock, Milford, unexpectedly passed away at her residence on Friday, Aug. 18, 2023, at the age of 70.

Born on Oct. 1, 1952, in Goshen, Kathy was the daughter of James Brock and Lilly Mardella (Weaver).

After graduating from Syracuse High School, Kathy furthered her education by taking some college courses. She then became a stay-at-home mom, raising her two daughters. She was known for her quirky personality and was a hippie at heart. She was often described as quiet yet radiating love for her family. She especially enjoyed being around her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Kathy cherished her role as a mother and found immense joy in being a “GiGi” to her greatgrandchildren.

Kathy had a deep appreciation for life’s simple joys. She found excitement in watching NASCAR races, listening to music and exploring the picturesque beauty of the Oregon coast. Watching people also captivated her interest as she eagerly observed the world around her with curiosity and fascination.

Those who survive with broken hearts include her daughters, Jerica (Kevin) Bixler and Jenifer Killian; grandchildren, Breanna Graber, Brandon Fry, Bryton Killian, Trace Killian, Lillie Lawrence, Trayton Lawrence, Blake Bixler, Kalee Benowitz, Cody Bixler and Megan Tucker; great-grandchildren, Aiden, Ava and Allie Graber, Linken Fry, Stanley Killian, Jackson Bails, Addison and Avery Benowitz, Isabelle and Grace Bixler and Brylee, Reign, Aubree and Myla Tucker. She is further survived by her cat, Bootsy; and siblings, Terry Brock, Mary Myers and Cindy Brock, as well as many extended family members and friends.

She is preceded in passing by her parents; love of her life, Jeff Brock; and brothers, Butch and Jimmy Brock.

Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services is entrusted with the care of Kathy and her family. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts are appreciated to the Animal Welfare League.

Written condolences may be left at www.titusfuneralhome.com.

Brenda Brown

Brenda Brown, 68, Akron, died Aug. 23, 2023.

She was born June 4, 1955. On Feb. 15, 1986, she married Russell Brown Sr.; he survives.

Also surviving are her children, Misty Brown, Warsaw, Clayton Slone, Silver Lake, and Russell Brown Jr., Valparaiso; her African gray parrot, Bozie; two daughters she adopted, Nicole Miller, Claypool, and Leslie Lowman, Palestine Lake; 13 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Services were held Aug. 26 at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw.

Betty Burns

Betty Burns, 86, Sechrist Lake, Leesburg, died Aug. 18, 2023.

She was born Aug. 10, 1937. She married David “Buck” Burns, who preceded her in death in 2018.

She is survived by a daughter, Deb J. Anderson, Milford; sons, Jerry L. Burns, North Webster, and Jeffrey D. Burns, Monroe, Ga.; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; sisters, Julia Galloway, Goshen, and Penny Lamb, North Webster; and brother, Larry Keim, Hot Springs, Ark.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 2, at Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 8056

E. 500N, North Webster. Following the visitation, a memorial service will commence at noon at the same location.

Burial will be in Mock Cemetery, North Webster.

Merle Campbell Jr.

Merle Campbell Jr., 93, Milford, died Aug. 18, 2023.

He was born Nov. 16, 1929. On Aug. 16, 1957, he married Laura “Sue” Free; she survives.

He is also survived by a son, Jeffrey Campbell; and son-in-law, Dan Cochran.

A private graveside service will occur in Milford Cemetery. Titus Funeral Home of North Webster was in charge of arrangements.

Dalila

Cervantes-Esparza

Dalila Cervantes-Esparza, 49, Fort Wayne, died Aug. 19, 2023.

She was born March 25, 1974. On Dec. 15, 2017, she married Mario Esparza; he survives.

She is also survived by her mother, Delia Cervantes; daughter, Korayma Valentina Cervantes; brothers, Ezequiel Cervantes Jr. and Eliud Eli Cervantes; and several nieces and nephews.

Services were held Aug. 23 at Strong Tower Worship Center, Ligonier. Burial was in Oak Park Cemetery. Sheets & Childs Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Marlene Couse

Marlene Couse, 87, Wakarusa, formerly of Nappanee, died at 10:13 a.m. Aug. 21, 2023.

She was born Oct. 3, 1935. On May 20, 1961, she married Roger Couse. He preceded her in death Oct. 19, 2013.

Surviving are her children, Steven Couse and Lynn Sheets, both of Nappanee, and Lori West, Elkhart; six grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

Services were held Aug. 25 at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee.

Carol Sue Dalton

Carol Sue Dalton, 81, North Manchester, formerly of Logan, W.Va., died Aug. 21, 2023.

She was born July 12, 1942. On Aug. 23, 1962, she married Elehew Anderson Dalton, who preceded her in death.

Surviving are her children, Charles Dalton, Anderson, Jerome Dalton, David Dalton, Tammy Griffey and Richard Dalton, all of North Manchester; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren with one on the way; and a brother, James Patrick, West Virginia.

Services were held Aug. 23 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Servia.

Patricia J. Friddle

Patricia “Pat” Josephine Friddle, 91, Leesburg, died Aug. 16, 2023.

She was born July 23, 1932. On June 15, 1951, she married Robert “Bob” Friddle, who preceded her in death.

She is survived by a brother, Charles Flanagan, Indianapolis; children, Bruce Friddle, Cumberland, Connie Whikehart, Avon, and Duane Friddle, Leesburg; nine grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.

Services were held Aug. 26 at North Webster United Methodist Church. Burial was in Mock Cemetery, North Webster. Titus Funeral Home of North Webster was in charge of arrangements.

Cynthia J. Harper

Cynthia J. “Cindy” Harper, 62, died Aug. 19, 2023.

She was born March 2, 1961. On July 4, 1980, she married Billy Ray Harper, who preceded her in death. Surviving are daughters, Amy Harper Hawk, North Webster, and Amanda Harper Soh, Fulshear, Texas; numerous grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; sons, Aaron Lunsford and Christopher Marshall; and sister, Teresa Germann. Services were held Aug. 25 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw. Burial will be at a later date in Graceland Cemetery, Claypool.

Connie Heckaman

Connie Heckaman, 86, Syracuse, died Aug. 24, 2023. She was born May 21, 1937. On Oct. 20, 1962, she married David Heckaman, who preceded her in death in 2012.

She is survived by a son, John Heckaman; daughter-in-law, Dawn Heckaman; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Services were held Aug. 28 at Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse. Burial was in McClintic Cemetery.

Leota M. Holloway

Leota M. Holloway, 98, Talma, died at 3:42 p.m. Aug. 18, 2023.

She was born Sept. 28, 1924. On Nov. 10, 1945, she married Samuel A. Holloway. He preceded her in death Feb. 16, 1995.

She is survived by a daughter, Diana Holloway, Talma; sons, Jerry Holloway, Warsaw, and Steven Holloway, Athens; several grandchildren; and a sister, Shirley Wine, Warsaw. Services were held Aug. 24 at King Memorial Home, Mentone. Interment took place in Mentone Cemetery.

James Lee Kreider

James Lee Kreider, 66, Warsaw, formerly of Columbia City, died Aug. 21, 2023. He was born May 14, 1957. On

June 24, 1979, he married Martha L. Frank; she survives.

He is also survived by a son, Jared M. Kreider, Warsaw; his father, David Leon Kreider, Columbia City; and siblings, Cheryl Meinika, David Kreider, Glenn Kreider and Dan Kreider, all of Columbia City.

Services were held Aug. 28 at Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Mary Marie Martin

Mary Marie Martin, 72, Claypool, died at 9:04 p.m. Aug. 21, 2023. She was born June 1, 1951.

Surviving are sons, Jeremy Davis, Peru, and James Davis, Claypool; six grandchildren; and stepdaughters, Ashley and Andrea Martin.

The family is grieving privately. A life celebration will be held at a later date. Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw was in charge of arrangements.

Kathleen L. McClure

Kathleen L. “Kathy” McClure, 75, North Manchester, died Aug. 23, 2023.

She was born Aug. 8, 1948. On Aug. 25, 1990, she married Tom McClure. He preceded her in death Nov. 10, 2015.

Surviving are daughters, Marjory Stayer and Danielle McClure, both of North Manchester; son, Jeff McClure, Valdosta, Ga.; brothers, Charles Schumacher, Warsaw, and Robert Schumacher, New Bern, N.C.; eight grandchildren; and eight greatgrandchildren.

Services were held Aug. 26 at McKee Mortuary, North Manchester. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester, at a later date.

Roland J. McFadden

Roland J. “Rolly” McFadden, 63, rural Claypool, died Aug. 18, 2023.

He was born July 3, 1960. On Sept. 17, 1988, he married Pamela S. Hampshire; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Beth Miller, Fulton, Nathan McFadden and Devin McFadden, both of Warsaw; six grandchildren; a greatgranddaughter; brother, James McFadden, Mentone; sisters, Deneice Childers, Florida, and Karen Dishong, Huntington; and three nieces.

Services were held Aug. 23 at King Memorial Home, Mentone. Interment took place at Mentone Cemetery.

Dwight D. Miller

Dwight D. Miller, 72, Goshen, died at 11:10 a.m. Aug. 23, 2023.

He was born Sept. 12, 1950. In 2020, he married Janet A. Miller; she survives.

He is also survived by a daughter, Harlee D. McCulloch, Syracuse; a granddaughter; stepson, Joshua Plank, Israel; nine stepgrandchildren; sister, Kathleen Huff, New Paris; and brothers, Dale Miller, Middlebury, and Kevin Miller, Goshen.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Nathaniel S. Miller

Nathaniel S. “Nat” Miller, 65, Warsaw, died at 8:22 a.m. Aug. 21, 2023.

He was born March 26, 1958. On May 12, 1979, he married Tina Kindig; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, April Eberly, Claypool, Shelly Howard, North Manchester, Matthew Miller, Churubusco, and Anna Shelton; 15 grandchildren; three greatgrandchildren; and siblings, Marsha Cleveland, Warsaw, Tim Miller, Nappanee, Luke Miller, Claypool, Frank Miller, Columbia City, and Carol Vick, Franklin, Ky.

Services were held Aug. 26 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.

Kimberly B. Morgan

Kimberly B. Morgan, 71, Syracuse, died Aug. 23, 2023.

She was born July 23, 1952. On Sept. 25, 2010, he married Brian H. Morgan; he survives.

Also surviving are her children, Jeff Levernier, Brandy Coons and Heather Hamstra; stepchildren, Christopher Morgan and Steven Morgan; 13 grandchildren; three greatgrandchildren; sister, Stacia Bakersville; and brother, Kevin Bissinger. Services were held Aug. 28 at Titus Funeral Home of Syracuse. Burial was in Milford Cemetery.

Barbara Ann Myers

Barbara Ann Myers, 93, Syracuse, died Aug. 22, 2023.

She was born Jan. 17, 1930.

Surviving are her children, Pamela Kruig, Randy Troyer, Vicki Miller, Karen Heil, Joan Bryan, Douglas Troyer and Dennis Troyer; sister, Pauline Rhine, Kokomo; 11 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; stepdaughters, Lynda VanderReyden, Beth Dooley and Becky Welton; two stepgrandsons; and many nieces and nephews.

A private family graveside service was held at Violett Cemetery, Goshen. Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, was in charge of arrangements.

Doris White Pettit

Doris White Pettit, 94, Winona Lake, died Aug. 21, 2023.

She was born March 21, 1929.

Surviving are her children, Jerry, Arlington, Va., Lila, Pierceton, James, McLean, Va., and Lark, Warsaw; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

No services will be held. Family burial will take place at WestlawnHillcrest Memorial Park, Omaha, Neb.

Charles J. Pletcher

Charles J. “Chuck” Pletcher, 86, rural Etna Green, died at 8:28 p.m. Aug. 6, 2023.

He was born Jan. 23, 1937. On March 28, 1970, he married Kristine Spurlock; she survives.

Also surviving are daughters, Pam Yungandreas, Bremen, and Sally Pletcher, Warsaw; five grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; mother-in-law, Elizabeth Spurlock; a daughter-in-law; and several nieces and nephews.

Memorial visitation was held Aug. 26 at King Memorial Home, Mentone. A graveside service followed in Mentone Cemetery.

Steven D. Poor

Steven D. “Steve” Poor, 66, rural Wabash, died at 1:55 p.m. Aug. 23, 2023.

He was born Nov. 17, 1956. On March 7, 1991, he married Lori Ann Doyle; she survives.

Also surviving are sons, Josh Poor, Wabash, and Matthew Poor, Warsaw; five grandchildren; siblings, William Alford, Marion, Michael Poor, Arkansas, Carl Poor III, Ijamesville, David Poor, Lagro, and Tina Burton, Marion; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash, was in charge of arrangements.

Lorees C. Sherman

Lorees C. Sherman, 93, Warsaw, died at 2 a.m. Aug. 24, 2023. Arrangements are currently pending at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw.

Marian M. Signorelli

Marian M. Signorelli, 92, North Webster, died at 5 p.m. Aug. 19, 2023. She was born Aug. 7, 1931. On Feb. 5, 1966, she married William “Willie” Signorelli. He preceded her in death Jan. 5, 2003.

Surviving are her children, Kim Keene, North Webster, K.J. Keene, Milford, Bill Signorelli, Leesburg, and Barbara Holt, Labelle, Fla.; 14 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.

Services were held Aug. 24 at Titus Funeral Home of North Webster. Burial was in Mock Cemetery, North Webster. Continued on page 13

C OUNTY R EPORT O BITUARIES

Court News

Small Claims

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. George Bailey, $4,675.25; v. Itanya Coonkauffman, $2,700.51; v. Crystal Ellison, $1,121.57; v. Lisa Gibbs, $1,721.17; v. Citlali Gonzalez Hurtado, $5,181.93; v. Jason McGlennen, $3,828.40

Michael L. Stevens v. Brittany Huston, $286

Barnett Bail Bonds of Indiana v. Julia Rife, $3,650

Client Services KL v. Richelle A. Fuller, $1,192.88; v. Erica L. Staats, $1,215.94; v. Jasper I. Thomas, $745; v. Erica A. Wright, Tobby Wright, $1,161.83

Custom Rain Control Inc. v. Bo Shepherd Construction, $3,950.54

Stucky Lauer and Young LLP v. Amanda Clingerman, $253.67

Civil Collections

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

LVNV Funding LLC v. Tushar Dhar, $2,220.74

Everwise Credit Union f/k/a Teachers Credit Union v. Lori L. Eigenberg, $1,227.37; v. Dontice D. Greer, $2,102.86

Capital One NA v. Victoria L. Grise, $9,028.22

Via Credit Union v. Keith Hyde, $13,252.35

Discover Bank v. Sharon Kay Kaltenbach, $9,268.26

Gateway Financial Solutions v. Brandon Meisner, $11,417.63

Nationwide Cassel LLC v. Neal Naeve, $3,474.23

CommunityWide Federal Credit Union v. Zackery S. Gallup, $11,034.99; v. Ramona L. Skinner, $14,099.92; v. Andrew M. and Sara L. Watson, $5,517.53

Ally Bank v. Jacob A. Whetstone a/k/a Jacob Aaron Whetstone, $67,905.63

Evictions

The following eviction has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Sherri Makinson v. Desiree Hammons, $7,119; v. Brandon Hoffer, $4,424.79

Plenaries

The following plenary has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court

One, Judge Karin McGrath presiding:

Miguel Romero v. A.L. Construction, Osvaldo Vazquez Avendano, $71,00

Domestic Relations

The following decisions in domestic relations cases have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge

Christopher D. Kehler presiding:

Tammy Marie Keirn v. Autumn Cotterman, $4,358; v. Blaze Cotterman, $4,358

Tara Michelle Miller v. Justin Wayne Miller, $4,000

Dana Leon v. Justin Wayne Miller, $4,500

Superior Court III

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

No operator’s license in possession — Lari A. Sanabria, Warsaw, $160.50

Speeding — Damian F. Medina, Claypool, $160.50; Mona L. Kay Howell, Syracuse, $160.50; Jensine M. Stroh, Warsaw, $160.50; Consuelo A. Diaz, Warsaw, $160.50; Jakob M. Kneller, Syracuse, $160.50; Araceli S. Cobaxim, Silver Lake, $160.50; Mark E. Hicks, Tippecanoe, $160.50; Owen M. Shumaker, Claypool, $160.50; Jordan A. Ayres, North Manchester, $164.50; Belcarino Joseph-Noel, Warsaw, $164.50; Srikanth R. Mandala, Warsaw, $164.50

A. Velazquez, Warsaw, $160.50; John D. Myers, Warsaw, $160.50

Failure to register — Sandon I. Allen, Warsaw, $160.50

Driving while suspended — Tyler M. Frazier, Warsaw, $189.50

Driving while suspended, failure of occupant to use safety belt

Kile H. Bayne, Warsaw, $214.50

Failure of occupant to use safety belt — Luyen T. Westerhof, Warsaw, $25; Christopher P. Sharkey, Warsaw, $25

Disregarding stop sign — Alfonso Gomez, Warsaw, $160.50

Speeding, improper passing —

Noah I. Stouder, Syracuse, $185.50

Failure to register, speeding —

Devan M. Landry, Warsaw, $185.50

Following too closely — Joshua Z. Ebey, Warsaw, $160.50

Disregarding lighted signal — Cameron H. Head, Warsaw, $164.50 No headlights, no valid driver’s license — Jaime Ernesto Cervantes Rodriguez, Warsaw, $189.50

Owner allows dog to stray beyond owner’s premises — Tommy X. Miller, Warsaw, $25

Learner’s permit violation — Luis A. Palacios-Sanchez, Warsaw, $164.50

Marriage Licenses

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

Sabrina J. Sizemore, 29, Syracuse, and Paul A. Elvidge, 29, Syracuse Horlick-Thompson

Tyler D. Horlick, 23, Warsaw, and Hayley N. Thompson, 26, Warsaw Plank-Miller

Anthony J. Plank, 22, Nappanee, and Alice F. Miller, 22, Nappanee Gordon-Taylor

Jeffery L. Gordon, 30, Warsaw, and Shannon E. Taylor, 28, Warsaw Walters-Amiss

Preslie M. Walters, 23, Leesburg, and Wyatt C. Amiss, 21, Leesburg Koontz-Apple

Dakota Koontz, 27, Warsaw, and Jennifer Apple, 26, Warsaw Bulger-Williams

Matthew T. Bulger, 39, Milford, and Rana A. Williams, 37, Nappanee Davila-Oland

Juan Alejandro Davila, 23, Warsaw, and Erica M. Oland, 24, Warsaw Carson-Bueno

Seth A. Carson, 38, Claypool, and Amber M. Bueno, 39, North Manchester

Albert-Moody

Jaimie Nichole Albert, 33, Warsaw, and Joshua Benjamin Moody, 38, Warsaw Brown-Krygowski

Cory Brown, 34, Warsaw, and Jamie Krygowski, 35, Warsaw Schwartz-Schwartz

Jonathan R. Schwartz, 21, Etna Green, and Kara S. Schwartz, 22, Nappanee

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Chris J. Slabaugh Sr.

Chris J. Slabaugh Sr., 83, Nappanee, died at 9:10 a.m. Aug. 20, 2023.

He was born Nov. 23, 1939. On Dec. 23, 1960, he married Alma A. Hochstetler; she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Chris Slabaugh Jr., Lloyd Slabaugh, James Slabaugh, David Slabaugh and Diane Yoder, all of Nappanee, and Regina Miller, Bremen; 36 grandchildren; 50 great-grandchildren; brother, Lester Slabaugh, North Port, Fla.; sister, Sylvia Miller, Dunnigan, Mo.; and sister-in-law, Elizabeth Slabaugh, Nappanee.

Services were held Aug. 23 at the Leon Bontrager residence in Nappanee. Burial was in Weldy Cem-

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

Janet Sue Sullivan

Janet Sue Sullivan, 81, Wabash, formerly of North Manchester, died Aug. 21, 2023. She was born Sept. 22, 1941. She married Ivan Lance; they divorced. On Oct. 23, 1993, she married William L. Akers, who preceded her in death July 20, 2003. On Sept. 12, 2006, she married John “Jack” Sullivan, who preceded her in death March 29, 2016.

Surviving are daughters, Missy Liston, Wabash, and Jennifer Hartley, North Webster; stepson, Dan Gagnon, Huntington; brother, Jim McIndoo, Georgia; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren with one on the way. Janet requested there not be a ser-

vice but for people to remember her in their own way and to follow the Golden Rule. Family and friends are invited to share their fond memories on Janet’s obituary page on the McKee Mortuary website.

Thomas Willman

Thomas Willman, 89, Leesburg, died Aug. 20, 2023.

He was born Nov. 4, 1933. On April 4, 1953, he married Mary Lee Boyer. She preceded him in death Feb. 12, 2019.

He is survived by a son, Sam Willman, Leesburg; daughter, Peg Willman, Rochester; a niece; and two nephews. Services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, at Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse. Calling will be two hours prior from 1-3 p.m. Burial will follow at Mock Cemetery, North Webster.

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Lots of Longenberger baskets and dishes. Plus size women’s clothing 3X, brand new shoes in boxes sizes 8.5 and 9. Fabric, more fabric. Quilts, vintage quilt squares and quilt tops.

Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, 9am-2pm.

Directions? 574-306-8527. Please, no early sales.

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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.

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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 260-499-026 or 260-499-0093.

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Tractor Auction

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

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2 p.m. Thursday Sept. 14, personal property, 6 p.m. real estate. Open house 4-6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 31. 17603 CR 48, New Paris. Brick ranch house on three acres, with outbuilding. golf cart, antiques, tools, household and miscellaneous.

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 or Phil Wolfe (260) 248-1191. Live Lure & Antique Auction

10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 2. 1,000+ vintage fishing lures and poles, advertising, vintage tools, primitives, 200+ knives and more. Located at 1582 W. SR 114, North Manchester. More information at bidmetzger. com.

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Consignment Auction

Saturday, Sept. 2 — 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10. Tractor and implements, tractor parts new and used, memorabilia. More information at batesauctionrealty.com.

Bart’s Watersports Auction

6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 5 at North

Webster Community Hall. Business, inventory, store, office, warehouse and 75+ acres available in six tracts. Inspection date 2-4 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 5. Online bidding and more information available at shraderauction.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 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.

Raber Farm Auction

3:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11. Horses, ponies, goats, buggies & harness, farm equipment, lawn & garden, butchering, farm tools, appliances. Located 3 miles north of Millersburg on SR 13 to CR 36, then west 1 1/2 miles, at 13621 CR 36, Goshen. Chupp Auctions.

Real Estate Auction

6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11, held at Nelson’s Banquet Hall, 600 Maple Lane, Wakarusa. 64.6 acres in 3 parcels, located on CR 3, Wakarusa. Hahn Auctioneers.

Silver Coin Auction

3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12. Held at Hahn Auction Facility, 401 S. Oakland, Nappanee.

Public Auction

3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12. Cadillac DTS, cargo trailers, golf cart, shop tools, picture framing equipment, lawn & garden, antiques, furniture and household goods. Located at 1095 N. 925W, Shipshewana, 1 1/4 miles west of US 20 & SR 5 junction on US 20 to CR 925W, then north. Lewis & Lambright.

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) 248-1191.

Timed Online Only Auction

Lots start closing 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 14. Late model and an-

tique restored tractors, implements, backhoe, trailer, shop, lawn & garden, antiques and more. Three sites, Sites 1 and 2 located at 8255 N. 550E, Syracuse. Site 3 located at 4863 800N, Leesburg. Preview 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13. Catalog and absentee bid forms available, schraderauction.com.

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Native American heritage celebrated at Old Jail Museum

The Old Jail Museum, located at 121 N. Indiana St., will be holding an open house and event in conjunction with Third Fridays on Friday, Sept. 15. The event will showcase this year’s featured exhibit celebrating the Native American heritage of Kosciusko County.

In addition to the open house, members of the Pokagon Band of the Potawatomi Indian Nation

Wheels On Fire hosts a record crowd

The Wheels On Fire Cancer Crusaders hosted its annual Smash Out Cancer event to a record crowd at the Akron Community Center Saturday, Aug. 19.

A mission of the Beaver Dam Community Church, the annual fundraiser is the biggest fundraising event Wheels On Fire does each year. This year the night did not disappoint those in attendance.

Entertaining the crowd with a mix of genres sung by Ed Rock, Mike Bowers and Kylene Crabb, the music had everyone enthralled, bringing tears to the eyes of some.

The action-packed live auction, called by Brent Markley, was in itself its own form of entertainment. Thirty-six items of beautiful furniture, sports memorabilia and passes, artwork, restaurant certificates, and more were sold to the highest bidder.

One highlight of the auction was when budding entrepreneur, 10-year Cole Nelson. Some who may know him from the Mentone Community Market, stepped up and wanted to auction off 10 pounds of ground

beef from his meat market. Bidding wars happened throughout the evening, sometimes between husband and wife, all in good fun to raise money for an excellent cause.

The pie auction followed the live auction with 59 pies, cakes and cupcakes. This year, kettle corn was added to the auction.

Top honors for pie sale went to Karen Francis with her mother’s recipe for peaches and cream pie.

Ending the evening, Wheels On Fire remembered those who we have lost to cancer and honored those still in the fight and the heroes who have won the battle. Names were read and candles were illuminated and placed on a custom-ribbon display made by team member Dave Morehouse.

Wheels On Fire Cancer Crusaders would like to thank all of those who attended the event, donated items for the auction, baked pies or cakes, helped at the event, and all of those who support this ministry. For more information about Wheels on Fire Cancer Crusaders, contact Beaver Dan Community Church at (574) 893-7052.

will be performing a live demonstration of authentic Native American dancing. This demonstration is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. in front of the museum.

The open house will also feature a book signing by local author, Lynn MacKaben Brown, for her new historical novel, “Furs and Fevers.”

The museum’s Native American

exhibit includes many artifacts recovered from throughout Kosciusko County and contains articles from both the Potawatomi and Miami tribes. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to help celebrate this important part of the county’s history.

For more information, contact the Old Jail Museum at (574) 2691078.

LARE grants to benefit 17 lake and stream projects

Indiana Department of Natural Resources Director Dan Bortner announced that organizations in 11 Indiana counties will receive $1,143,000 in grants to fund 17 lake and river or stream projects through the DNR Lake and River Enhancement program.

Among them are a $40,000 grant for a lake diagnostic study in Lake Wawasee and a $32,000 grant for a watershed diagnostic study in Dewart Lake.

“Keeping Indiana’s waterways clean and protecting our valued natural resources is a mission central to our work at DNR,” Bortner said. “We’re thankful for Hoosier boaters, who have helped us fund more than $22 million of important conservation of In-

diana’s lakes and streams over the last two decades through the LARE program. The impact is felt now and will continue to make a difference for generations to come.”

The grants are funded through the LARE fee paid annually by boat owners when they register their crafts with the Bureau of Motor Vehicles. This user-funded program benefits boaters all over the state. The grants allow for the completion of projects that would be difficult for local organizations to fund on their own. Grants are awarded on a competitive basis, and local sponsors share at least 20% of the cost.

This round of grant-funded projects will benefit seven lakes and 11 rivers and streams. Many

of the projects aim to improve water quality by reducing sediment and nutrient inputs. Improved water quality helps fish and wildlife populations and improves recreational opportunities.

This year, LARE partnered with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the city of Fort Wayne, Vigo County, and The Nature Conservancy to fund three dam removal projects. These projects will result in more than 1,030 miles of open streams and rivers, allowing for free passage of fish, aquatic organisms, and recreational users such as paddlers.

The projects, listed by water body, county, project type, and grant award, can be found at lare.dnr.IN.gov.

Purdue Varsity Glee Club to perform Sept. 10

The Lakeland Community Concert Association is presenting its farewell and final concert at 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10, in the Warsaw Community Schools Performing Arts Center, featuring the Purdue University Varsity Glee Club.

This concert is open to the public for the donation of cans or boxes of non-perishable food in support of the Combined Community Services Food Bank.

The Glee Club will present a night of classic standards, contemporary hits, romantic ballads, barbershop tunes and much more. The event is family friendly.

In all but three years of over 40 years, LCCA has been providing a variety of live entertainment

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for Warsaw and surrounding communities. Due to declining membership and the COVID in-

terruption, the association finds it cannot financially continue to provide these concerts.

Sleep on it: Why sleep matters

Purdue Extension Kosciusko County Health and Human Science Educator Shannon Shepherd will be presenting “Sleep On It: Why Sleep Matters” from 6:308 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12, at Bell Memorial Library, 101 W. Main St., Mentone.

The Health and Wellness Specialty Area has developed an introductory program that provides physical wellness information related to sleep. This program covers the benefits of sleep, risks of poor sleep, stages of sleep, when to contact a health care provider, barriers to quality sleep, and ways to improve sleep quality. Supplemental handouts will be provided for additional information and resources.

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