Contributors

Mike Deak

Ah, shoot. (See what we did there?) LAKElife photographer and family guy Mike Deak has spent the last 18 years in sports journalism and doubling as a photographer for as long. He’s proficient in more than 30 unique sports covered in that time— from youth leagues to professional baseball, basketball, BMX and others. Mike also shoots pics for area visitors’ bureaus in and around Kosciusko County, in addition to working with national touring bands, photographing concerts all over the state. Also the sports editor for InkFreeNews in Warsaw, Mike oversees all sports operations for the website as well as The Mail-Journal, 'the PAPERS' in Kosciusko County, and 'the PAPERS' in Elkhart County. When work is set aside, Mike enjoys his time with his beautiful wife, two (adorable!) daughters, and visits several area lakes with family and friends.

Lauren Caggiano

No stranger to lake publications, or working with Sue, Lauren Caggiano lives, works, and plays in northeast Indiana. An active freelance writer for most every publication in our area, Lauren exudes a can-do attitude, a hardworking drive, and a heart for philanthropy. A graduate of the University of Dayton, she’s worked in journalism for the last dozen years. And when free time makes a welcome appearance in her life, she enjoys volunteering, thrift shopping, and exploring vegan cuisine. We’re thrilled to welcome Lauren to our hardworking writer team.

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Volume 2 Issue 3 | June 2021

Ron Baumgartner

PUBLISHER

rbaumgartner@the-papers.com Sue Rawlinson-Pais

EXECUTIVE EDITOR

sue@lakelifemagazine.com Deb Patterson

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

dpatterson@the-papers.com Steve Meadows

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING

smeadows@the-papers.com

SALES EXECUTIVES

Susan.Stump@lakelifemagazine.com Carl.Lauster@lakelifemagazine.com Pati.Waters@lakelifemagazine.com Mark.Collins@lakelifemagazine.com Karen.Johnson@lakelifemagazine.com Rebecca.Boone@lakelifemagazine.com Melinda.Musselman@lakelifemagazine.com Lynn.Blanchard@lakelifemagazine.com Dan.Kerlin@lakelifemagazine.com Cathy.Wilson@lakelifemagazine.com Carrie Goralczyk

BUSINESS MANAGER

cgoralczyk@the-papers.com Jerry Long

DIRECTOR OF CIRCULATION

jlong @the-papers.com Maymie Ankrom

GRAPHIC DESIGNER CONTRIBUTING WRITERS:

Ray Balogh, Mary Jane Bogle, Lauren Caggiano, Adrienne Daeger, Deborah C. Gerbers, John C. Gill, Kelley Graber, Bill McCully, Tim Miller, Mike Petrucelli, Sarah Marty-Schlipf, Christy Smith, Leslie Worthy

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS:

Mike Deak, Janet DeYoung, Kelley Graber, Autumn Gregory, Lisa Hill, indianafishinglures.com, Jeanne Knecht, Kate Leach, Jen Parsons, The Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams

Fancy meeting YOU here again!

Welcome so super mucho to the June masthead page’s small print that no one reads. No one, that is, except YOU— my Superstar Reader of the Month, me, and my mom.

We’re so especially happy to have you (and even those who race past this good stuff) along on the journey. But since you actually read small print, we think you’re super, extra awesomesaucy.

This June issue brings us halfway through our publication season already. Technically we’re 3/5 of the way through, and I don’t know to what percentage that equates. This gal’s trig professor, in front of the en-tirrree class, asked why I was in his class. (‘I just love it in here’ with a dramatic eyeroll was not the correct response.)

So, yes, we’re 3/5 of the way through our amazing season already, so shake some extra celery salt in your morning ‘mary, prop up the piggies, and settle in for a fun read. It’s smooth sailing into the heart of official summer. Morning kayakers paddle added peace to the soul, boaters + surfers embrace warming water temps, and pontoon sunset cruisin’ is as commonplace as wet towels on the lawn chairs.

LAKElife is busily publishing away, community bidnizzes are bidnizzing, and lake lovers are planning cookouts + Father’s Day gatherings, and there’s an added element of community as we continue to re-emerge post 2020. Family appreciation, a reconnection with nature, and an eagerness for community camaraderie together create an electric energy. Isn’t it wonderful?

We’re so appreciative for the support of our readers, and the support and confidence from all our advertising partners who’ve actively joined our journey. You are heard. You are appreciated. You are valued. And Tom Cruise, you had me at hello.

With both arms, let’s love on this month. Embrace the beautiful weather, reconnect with friends, and let’s celebrate area dads. And for those keeping track, snapping contests between Ron and Sue (that’s me) continue to be a stupendous spectacle.

As you know, LAKElife Magazine is published by your area publishing icon—yes, the one founded by the Baumgartner family, and the same one that has stood the test of time (more than 80 years!). Yep, we’re talking about The Papers Incorporated at 206 S. Main Street, Milford, Indiana, 46542, with Snap-Master Ron Baumgartner, sleeves rolled up, phone in a holster, and fingers snapping about ‘da publishing house with impressive deft and attitude. He’s our leader, and all jokes aside, he’s da’bomb. com.

Our office hours are still most definitely 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except for the second Thursday of every week, when we knock off at 11 a.m. for an early lunch + to throw back a few. And, mark your calendars because competitive snap-offs are held the fourth Tuesday of each week.

As we are veterans to this publishing snap-fest, we know it’s important to share this message: ‘It shall be known that all rights whatsoever are reserved and nothing may be reproduced without the written consent of the publisher, who also assumes no responsibility as a result of any information or items advertised herein.’ So, there’s that.

Those interested in contacting us may do so by calling 574.658.4111 or toll-free at 1.800.733.4111.

ADVERTISING INFORMATION

If you wish to advertise, we can be super-cool besties. We appreciate every advertiser who joins our journey. Without you, there is no us. So, THANK YOU. And for those who wish to join the rest of us cool cats, we would be happy to put your advertising message before fellow Kosciusko County lake lovin’ residents. To learn how, please contact Steve Meadows, director of marketing, at 574.658.4111 or toll-free at 1.800.733.4111. Or, email him at smeadows@the-papers.com.

EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS

Editorial suggestions are eagerly welcomed! Please contact Sue at any time (she loves to hear from you!) at sue@lakelifemagazine.com, or send her a text at 260.450.7736.

Letters to the editor may be emailed, and must include your name. Sue LOVES to hear from you! In her best (it’s bad) Doc Holliday impression she says, ‘I’m your huckleberry.’ Move. Over. Val. Kilmer. Again, contact her at sue@lakelifemagazine.com.

LAKElife Magazine does, indeed, contract with freelance writers, photographers and artists to create much of its content. If you’re interested in joining the journey, reach out to Sue and she’ll be in touch. Again, her email is sue@lakelifemagazine.com. In fact, when in doubt about anything regarding this America-familyfun-lake-loving publication, reach out to Sue. She’s your snappy go-to walkin’ about in these here parts. No spurs, though. Just flip-flops. Spurs are SO. YESTERDAY, Doc.

Therein concludes our third super-secret, informative masthead of the 2021 season… enjoy this June issue. Happy Father’s Day to all of Kosciusko County, and a very genuine thank you for reading. Yes, even the small print. And congrats on your two-month streak as Superstar Reader Of The Month.

P.O. Box 188; 206 South Main St. Milford, IN 46542 800.733.4111/Fax 800.886.3796 www.lakelifemagazine.com