The Mail-Journal - June 7, 2023

Commissioners approve over $1M for work to benefit area businesses

Kosciusko County Commis-

sioners have approved spending more than one million of the county’s American Rescue Plan Act monies on a road project, which should benefit Polywood and a few other companies nearby.

At its meeting on Tuesday, June 6, commissioners OK’d several requests for using some of the county’s ARPA money from the federal government.

Those were previously approved by the county’s ARPA committee at its last meeting on May 23.

Among the projects approved was one from Kosciusko County Highway Department Superintendent Steve Moriarty. He asked for $1,888,000 to improve CR 1300N and extend from the new overpass being constructed at Milford to Syracuse and do shoulder work along the road.

“It’s the 1300 North extension. So, currently, we’re having an overpass being put up in the town of Milford, and this would connect that town of Milford overpass, to where we put that in, all the way to the city

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Blank Slate approved for alcoholic beverage permit

Two local businesses were approved for alcoholic beverage permits during a Kosciusko County Alcohol and Tobacco Commission meeting on Thursday, June 1.

Andrew Mock, an owner of Blank Slate LLC, 105 W. Main St., Syracuse, attended the meeting to request a new permit. Jack Birch was also present as legal counsel for the business.

Mock said Blank Slate will be in the former Cafe Liefde location, with Blank Slate offering tapas and café-style foods and beverages to patrons.

Travis McConnell, an owner of Courthouse Coffee on the Square, 108 N. Buffalo St., Warsaw, also attended the meeting to request a new alcohol permit for the coffee shop.

McConnell said the business is looking to add coffee cocktails to its menu, citing Penny Drip in Fort Wayne as an example of what they plan to offer. Alcoholic

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GRADUATION

Wawasee High School bids farewell to the class of 2023

On Sunday, June 4, 184 students of the Wawasee High School class of 2023 received their diplomas at the school’s 55th annual commencement ceremony, which took place in front of a packed gymnasium filled with fellow students, family and faculty.

The yearly rite of passage held special significance for Wawasee High School Principal Geoff Walmer, who during his farewell address noted the class of 2023 were freshmen when he and Assistant Principal Steve Snyder also began their first year in their current posts.

“Your freshman year continued as normal until it came to a

screeching halt on March 13, 2020. You were excited for your first powwow as it was scheduled for just a few hours later; spring break was just around the corner, and you were soon to be sophomores.

“But instead, you found yourself at home accessing your classes virtually, missing the interaction with friends and classmates that you were so accustomed to. The unknown of what was to come was a great fear for many,” recalled Walmer, describing the COVID-19 lockdown.

“However, as a freshman you might not have comprehended the fear of the unknown that you do now as young adults, not knowing what college will be like, what the workforce will be like or what serv-

ing in the military will be like in the coming months.

“In these moments I challenge you to do what you did your freshman year. Forget about the worry of tomorrow and do everything it takes to dominate today. … You not only survived the ‘unprecedented,’ but you defeated the ‘unprecedented’ by not allowing it to keep you from your dream of having a normal high school experience. … Graduates, you are prepared … you know how to achieve great success through those difficult challenges.”

The ceremony began with the class processional, followed by the Wawasee Choir’s rendition of the national anthem, an invocation by graduating senior Cameron Zimmerman and an introduction by

Syracuse Library celebrates outdoor community space

Staff, board members and Friends of the Syracuse Public Library gathered for a ribbon cutting of the library’s outdoor space, named “Community Roots,” Friday morning, June 2.

The event was just part of the festivities, as the library was kicking off its summer reading program the same day.

The Community Roots project started in summer 2021 when the library purchased and tore down an old house located on the south side of the building. The library

then received a grant from the U.S. Institute of Museums and Library Services, which is administered by the Indiana State Library.

Funds from the grant were used to design and build a pavilion and purchase a large storage shed and adult and child sized picnic tables and benches. After a vote from the public, the space was named Community Roots.

“You need outdoor library space, ” Kim Blaha, library director, said. “We don’t have a lot of

space inside (the library).”

Sarah Wright, communications specialist for the Syracuse Public Library, explained there are plans already in place to use the space for summer programming through June and July and the library hopes to use it for a variety of programming throughout the summer and fall months, with hope the library can use the space for its Halloween programming.

When the space isn’t being used by the library, the public is

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Wawasee Community School Corporation Superintendent Dr. Steve Troyer. Student body President Clay Coblentz also spoke.

Troyer noted the 184 graduates included those earning two certificates of completion, two alternate diplomas, 15 general diplomas, 86 Indiana Core 40 diplomas, 11 technical honors diplomas, 60 academic honors diplomas and seven academic and technical honors diplomas.

Following Troyer was class salutatorian Kiah Farrington, who observed, “Now we get a chance to branch out and explore all else that life has to offer. These past 15 years together have been very memorable, and I wish us all the best for wherever this life takes us.”

During her valedictorian address, Nadia Whalen thanked the teachers, custodians, office workers, counselors, lunch cafeteria workers, bus drivers, tech workers and others who all played a part in her and her classmate’s graduation. This included librarian Miss Fowble who, said Whalen, “worked endlessly to educate us in the power of reading,” and also recatalogued every book following the “infamous cyber attack of 2023.”

Whalen also noted how her grandparents “emigrated to the U.S. from Greece without any form of education and without knowing how to speak English, and now I’m beyond honored to be graduating alongside each of you.”

County Parks and Rec Board schedules

tentative dates for RFP, considers logo options

By the end of their work session Monday, June 5, the Kosciusko County Parks and Recreation Board scheduled a tentative timeline for requests for proposals for the blueways and trailways master plan and reviewed two potential logos for the board.

Board member Mike Cusick asked at the start of the meeting for more insight on what level of detail did they want to achieve with the RFP and if there was more than one.

Rob Bishop, board president, said it was his understanding that County Commissioner Cary Groninger wanted a very involved master plan. “It wouldn’t be shovel-ready for the projects, but it would definitely be looking at whether those routes are viable routes or not viable routes. So (for example) if you’re going to cross (U.S.) 30, what’s the plan to get across 30? Can you get across 30?”

the master trail/blueway plan.

He said they wouldn’t necessarily be environmental studies at this point in time.

Bishop said the RFP wasn’t to do the work, but for the trail system master plan. Any projects for trails and blueways would use that master plan as a basis for them.

I think the canoe launch of the Tippy Lake chain … and then also three different broadband projects,” Groninger said. He said he thinks there’s still a very high probability that Chinworth and the master trail plan are going to be selected as part of the H.E.L.P. On Aug. 1, the ARPA Committee, commissioners and county council will make the final project selection.

The board moved their June 15 regularly scheduled meeting to June 29. They will go through the draft plan from Michiana Area Council of Governments on an RFP for the master plan. By July 20, the idea is that parks board will approve the draft plan to be recommended to the county commissioners on Aug. 15, tentative on the ARPA funds being approved Aug. 1.

to share with the county commissioners before making a final decision.

If neither one were good for the board, Cusick said they could go back to the drawing board.

Blank Slate

The board plans to have the RFP out before the year’s out.

Groninger told the board that about two weeks ago the commissioners and county council had a combined meeting where they approved for all the Community Development Block Grants funds ($1 million) to be distributed to the three communities (Mentone, Milford and Pierceton) that are part of the Hoosier Enduring Legacy Program, of which the county also is a part.

“That still allows the county’s $1.2 million of ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funds that we’ve set aside for projects to still be intact for the projects that are in the SIP (Strategic Investment Plan) in the H.E.L.P. So those projects that are on that are the Chinworth Trail extension,

“I would see the goal you guys would be shooting for is trying to –those projects could be happening really, really quick, which I know you’re working on the RFP for the master plan, the master blueway plan, but I do think there’s a difference between what you’re going to want from a master plan to an actual plan that you’re going to build a project with. One’s more architectural/landscape planner type versus civil engineer, very detailed, drainage, environmental, all those things that are going to go with it,” he said.

Groninger said they want to do as much homework as they can as they build their master plan.

During the discussion that went over an hour, the board tried to nail some deadlines and a timeline down for an RFP.

Later in the meeting, board members Mike Cusick and Matt Metzger presented possible logos and logo colors for the parks board.

Cusick said he and Metzger took the charge to meet with graphic designers about what they would want for the board’s logo. He said they tried to keep it simple, but wanted it representative of Kosciusko County and what they do.

They started with three options and narrowed it down to two, which they shared with the board Monday. Cusick said he was cautious about sharing it out to the public at this point because it wasn’t a final decision. He said he wanted the board to discuss the logo possibilities and eventually come up with a recommendation

Both of the logos presented Monday said “Kosciusko Parks and Recreation.” The first one was orange and green, while the second one was blue and green. They also displayed both logos in black and white and what they would look like on things like hats, signs, water bottles, etc.

After some discussion on the logos by the board, Metzger and Cusick said they would need to agree on a design by July 10, but by Aug. 1 at the very latest.

Board Vice President Troy Turley suggested flipping the blue and green colors to the logo that was orange and green and Cusick said they could do that to see what it looked like.

In other business, Aggie Sweeney, board member, reported on some organizations who requested that the county parks board give them a presentation on what they’re doing. The board decided to put together a presentation so that no matter which board member presented, they would be talking as one voice.

coffees would be served via table service only and patrons would not have carryout options for those specific beverages.

A permit violation was heard for G & M Package Store Inc., doing business as Beef’s Booze Barn, 100 N. Huntington St., Syracuse. Margaret Camp, the business’s owner, said an employee served alcohol to a minor in February. Camp and the employee, who no longer works at the store, were both fined.

The commission approved a permit renewal for Beef’s Booze Barn.

The following permits with no

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Some of the events the library plans to host include having an outdoor survivalist coming to teach kids to survive in the space. This event will take place from 2-4 p.m. Friday, June 16. “Our Friday programs are super popular,” Wright said. “Out here we

can spread out and not be on top of each other.”

Several “Make It Mondays” will be held in Community Roots, with the first one being held Monday, June 5, while archery will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, June 12.

Fantastic Friday events will be at 10:30 a.m. in the space. If the weather is inclement, events will move indoors.

Future plans for Community

Roots include installing a shrub border or fence to enclose the space and provide some safety for the children who will be using the space. Other plans include looking into the possibility of planting a community garden and a native plant garden.

On the storage barn is a mural honoring those who either donated supplies for the Community Roots space, donated items for

the basket auction or were the winning bidders on the basket auction.

The plan is to move the Community Roots space to Dolan Street when the new library is built. ARKOS of Mishawaka designed the space and R. Yoder Construction of Nappanee installed the pavilion. Backyard Barns provided the storage barn and the materials for the pavilion.

Shortts Pest Control, chamber Member of the Month

Help the North Webster Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce congratulate Shortt’s Pest Control as its May Member of the Month.

Ron Shortt, owner, has been in the industry for 40 years.

Shortt’s Pest Control was established in 1997. They have highly experienced technicians ready to help with every need. Their technicians are able to fix problems quickly and care about your problems. They serve the Lake City, Kosciusko County and surrounding areas.

The company provides pest control on all insects, mice and rats for customers. Shortt and his staff pride themselves on providing one of the best warranties on its services. They understand that customers have a busy life, so they can schedule services around you.

Check them out on Facebook at Shortt’s Pest Control

violations were also approved at the meeting:

• Family Express Corporation, doing business as Family Express No. 84, 1160 Executive Blvd., Warsaw. Beer and wine dealer — grocery store.

• Port Winona Lake LLC, doing business as Port Winona, 807 E. Canal St., Winona Lake. Beer and wine retailer — restaurant.

• Tap Root Brewhouse & Company LLC, 130 N. First St., Pierceton. Beer, wine and liquor — restaurant. The local ATC’s next meeting will be held at the Kosciusko County Courthouse at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 6.

Commissioners approve

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limits of Syracuse. This would be a partial match, trying to use other funds to complete the whole road section,” he said.

“This would be widening of the shoulders, overlaying with new asphalt, making sure it could handle the semi traffic going between SR 13 and SR 15, from Milford to Syracuse.”

Moriarty said he planned to seek Indiana Department of Transportation Community Crossings Matching Grant funds to also help pay for the project.

“This would have a financial impact to the county; hopefully, bringing new enterprise and new jobs to the northern part of our county,” he said.

Kosciusko County Commissioner Cary Groninger noted he supported granting the money for the project, mentioning it would help “refill the coffers” of funds lost during COVID-19 related to income due to its supporting industry. Kosciusko County Commissioners’ President Brad Jackson said it would help Polywood, Cargill and some other businesses in the Milford-Syracuse area.

Following commissioners’ approval Tuesday, the Kosciusko County Council also has agreed to the measure. That is true for the other ARPA spending commissioners approved Tuesday, including $100,000 for a digital message sign for the Kosciusko County Convention and Visitors Bureau to replace the old “V” sign and $2.4 million for new carpet, paint and wallpaper at the Kosciusko County Justice Building.

Broadband Ready Commissioners also approved a resolution declaring the county a Broadband Ready Community through Indiana’s Broadband Ready Communities Program. After County Attorney Ed

Ormsby read from the measure, Groninger explained having it will help the county apply for broadband-related grants.

The resolution lays out Kosciusko County Area Plan Commission Director Matt Sandy is the “initial … point of contact” for new broadband projects, with commissioners allowed to appoint someone else later on if they choose to. It also ensures that the application process for projects in the county moves as quickly as possible.

In other business, commissioners:

Heard presentations on funding nonprofits for the county for 2024. Requests, which will be approved at a later date, consisted of: the Kosciusko County 4-H Council asking for $46,589.91, with it having been approved for $45,233 for 2023; Cardinal Services asking for $111,373, with it having been approved for $108,129 for 2023; Stillwater Hospice asking for $50,000, with it being approved for $50,000 for 2023; the Kosciusko County Historical Society asking for $25,000, with it being approved for $23,230 for 2023; The Beaman Home asking for $40,000, with it being approved for $33,425 for 2023; Kosciusko County Senior Services asking for $40,000, with it being approved for $33,425 for 2023; and the St. Joe River Basin asking for $3,794, with it being approved for $3,705 for 2023.

OK’d Kosciusko County Community Corrections Director Barry Andrew applying for a $10,000 problem solving grant, which he already did and has received. It will be used for incentives for those in drug court and travel expenses for employees among other things.

Commissioners’ next meeting is 9 a.m. Tuesday, June 20, in the Kosciusko County Courthouse’s Old Courtroom.

Obituaries

Cynthia Kay Holle Ulmer

Retired From Zimmer Biomet

Cynthia “Cyndee” Kay Holle Ulmer, Avon Park, Fla., went home to be with the Lord on Monday, May 22, 2023, in Sebring, Fla., at the age of 76. She was born Dec. 31, 1946, to Charles H. McColley and Margaret Hitesman in Muncie. She was a 1964 graduate of Royerton High School in Muncie.

After high school, Cyndee spent most of her life in the Warsaw and North Webster area. Professionally, she worked for Zimmer Biomet and retired after over 20 years. She previously worked for First United Methodist Church in Warsaw and United Telephone Company.

Cyndee dedicated her time to giving back to the veterans of this country. Cyndee and her husband of 30 years, Robert “Bob” Ulmer, were members of many veterans’ associations spanning from Indiana to Florida, such as the American Legion Post 69, the Moose, the VFW 4300, Amvets Post 21, VFW 9853, all of Sebring and Avon Park, Fla., along with the Eagles, the Blue Goose Brigade, the DAV and the HCVVO, all of Indiana.

She was also past president of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 253 and the VFW Auxiliary in Syracuse. Cyndee was passionate about being involved with these organizations and had many friends in every location. She gave no thought of a reward or anything in return.

Cyndee’s life was one of commitment and care for her family and friends. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother, aunt and friend. She will be ever present in the hearts of her daughters, Tonya Stanford (Pat) and Heather Nave; stepdaughters, Karen Olds and Shelly Pring; along with four grandchildren; numerous stepgrandchildren; and many stepgreat-grandchildren. She is further survived by her first husband, Jerry Holle; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.

She was preceded in death by her father, mother, one brother and two sisters.

Titus Funeral Home of Syracuse is entrusted with Cyndee’s care. Friends may join her family there, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 10. The Life Celebration® will begin at 1 p.m. with Pastor Phil Rittner officiating.

Memorial gifts may be donated towards Cyndee’s medical expenses by following the GoFundMe link at www.gofundme.com/f/cyndeeulmer-need-a-little-rehab.

To leave a condolence or send flowers, please visit www.titusfuneralhome.com.

Walter Noffsinger

Walter Noffsinger, 90, formerly of Syracuse, died Friday, June 2, 2023, at Cypress Cove Care Center in Crystal River, Fla.

Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services-Owen Chapel of Syracuse.

Joel Mellinger

Joel Mellinger, 85, Syracuse, died Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at Majestic Care Center of Goshen.

Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home & Cremation Services-Owen Chapel of Syracuse.

Larry Kinsey

Larry Kinsey, 86, North Webster, died Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at home.

Arrangements are currently pending at Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse.

Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths. When you go through hardships and decide not to surrender, that is strength.

Arnold Schwarzenegger

Refreshed look for Naoma Beer Memorial Garden in Milford

The southeast corner of the Milford Public Library grounds will have a new, fresh look this week as the Naoma Beer Memorial Garden is receiving a complete overhaul. The original garden was designed and constructed in 1995.

The entire landscape has been enhanced in a two-day project that started Monday morning, according to Doug Hoerr.

A native of Milford, Hoerr is the senior partner of Chicago-based landscape architectural firm Hoerr Schaudt. He designed the original garden plan in 1995 in honor of his mother, who was a librarian at the library. He also saw it as a way to give back to the community.

The update includes replacing the old, weak shrubs with new plants, according to Julie Sajtar, an associate principal at Hoerr Schaudt. Sajtar was in Milford, overseeing the renovations as project manager, along with Mike Ciccarelli, a principal at Hoerr Schaudt. Additionally, ornamental trees nearing the end of lifespan are being replaced, ground planting is being reestablished with new perennials and ground covers in larger masses.

Sajtar and Ciccarelli were onsite to direct award-winning Mariani Landscape, a family-owned Lake Bluff, Ill., landscape design and construction firm.

“Mike will oversee the construction and implementation portion of this project while I manage the planting enhancements,” said Sajtar before the project got underway.

“We will adjust the plantings in the field to accomplish the best design vision, incorporating existing plant material that is still looking its best with new. While the Hoerr Schaudt team focuses on design vision, Mariani will execute impeccable construction installation.”

Milford Public Library — Summer reading program kickoff

This year’s summer reading program theme is “All Together Now.”

Registration began May 30. Stop by the library anytime to sign up. Everyone, ages preschool through graduating high school seniors, can participate. Keep track of how many minutes you read and earn some pretty great incentives, like food coupons, books and gift cards.

Family Story Time

We have lots of great guest storytellers for family story time at 10:30 a.m. Fridays. Guest storyteller Friday, June 16, will be Stevens Puppets. They will present a marionette show, “The Wizard of Oz.” Families need to register for family story time. If you stay through the whole story time, you will earn a beautiful hardback copy of “The Wizard of Oz.” The summer reading program brochure is now available at the library. Programs will also be promoted on their Facebook page.

Free Lunches

Free Lunches will be available again this summer. The library will have lunches outside for children preschool to age 18 from noon to 12:30 p.m. every day.

These lunches are provided by the United States Department of Agriculture and Wawasee Community School Corporation.

There will be two brand new Polywood picnic tables outside the south doors of the library where children can sit and enjoy their lunch. The tables were donated by Polywood.

There will be no lunch the week of July 3-7. Lunches begin June 5 and end July 26.

‘Kindly Ever After’

There will be an online element to the program. Everyone is invited to come to the library at 11

a.m. Tuesday, June 13, and watch

“Kindly Ever After-Friendship

Adventure” in the meeting room. Join Page Turner enjoying a story, a craft and a snack together. Have fun and stay for lunch. “Kindly Ever After-Cooperation Adventure” will be at 11 a.m. June 20; “Kindly Ever After-Kindness Adventure,” 11 a.m. June 27; and “Kindly Ever After-Empathy Adventure,” 11 a.m. July 11.

You can also access this program from home and do it when it is convenient for you. Participation

in the summer reading program helps your child retain their reading level, or in some cases, improve their reading level before school begins again in August. Plus, the library is one of the most fun places to spend time.

Father’s Day Crafts Available

Father’s Day craft kits will be available the week of June 12-17 in the children’s department. Father’s Day is June 18 and there are three kits to choose from. Each child may take one kit home to make a Father’s Day gift for their dad.

“Julie and Mike (were there) to represent my firm, as well as my cousins and dependents of Naoma and Theo Beer,” said Hoerr in an email. “This is a labor of love and pride for our grandmother and the hometown library that nurtured so many of us who were raised in Milford. I personally attended kindergarten in the basement of this library.”

According to Sajtar, Hoerr wanted to refresh the garden, as some plantings had died and others had become too big. Hoerr made a visit in January, which allowed him to see the bones of the garden, what had matured and what needed to be removed. Hoerr then teamed with Mari-

ani Landscaping to do the actual planting. Those watching the project saw a big transfer by the end of Monday with the work completed Tuesday. Sajtar said a team may come to Milford next week “to do some tweaking.”

“This is a great project to work on,” added Sajtar. Both she and

Ciccarelli said a garden refresh was normal, as the garden evolves over the years and plantings mature.

Much of the existing plantings brought for the project were used. Anything left over was made available to the community to be put in their personal gardens.

Two homes and camper destroyed at Papakeechie

The cause of a fire at Papakeechie Estates, Friday, June 2, that destroyed two homes and a camper, among other things, has been ruled undetermined.

Turkey Creek Fire Territory was dispatched to 9661 N. Miami Lane, Cromwell, property owned by Stanley and Marlene Hall, when a caller reported a grass fire had spread catching a mobile/manufactured home on fire. The call was received at approximately 1:55 p.m.

However, when firefighters arrived the fire was actually at 9635 and 9643 N. Miami Lane.

A mobile/manufactured home and camper owned by Matthew Hall, 9635 N. Miami Lane, was destroyed by fire. The fire also destroyed the southern portion of a home on property owned by Terry Hopkins. Additionally, a wood fence at 9595 N. Miami Lane, owned by Jack Mosurak, was damaged.

Turkey Creek Fire Territory Fire Chief Mickey Scott stated when firefighters arrived they were advised two people were inside the Matthew Hall residence. Firefighters began a search, but approximately 15 to 20 minutes later, firefighters were told no one was at the residence.

Five other fire departments — Cromwell, Tippecanoe Township Fire Territory, Leesburg, Milford and Benton — were

called to the scene for manpower and tanker assistance.

Turkey Creek and Tippecanoe Township paramedics and New Paris EMS were also at the scene. Scott stated the additional assistance was called due to the weather conditions at that time.

He knew with temperatures in the high 80s into the 90s, the gear worn by firefighters and the heat from the fire, firefighters would be experiencing heat exhaustion. “That was the big problem and why I was quick to call for mutual aid,” he said.

A close watch was kept on all firefighters at the scene, with water bottles and electrolytes available and distributed. Because of the ability to switch out firefighters battling the fires, no firefighter experienced heat exhaustion.

Firefighters were able to keep the fire contained to the properties of Hall and Hopkins. A firetruck ,used to battle grass fires ,was stationed on the property of Stanley and Marlene Hall, to stop the fire from spreading onto that property. The fire was determined to be under control at 3:10 p.m.

Several large piles of mulch was located on the properties with smoke coming from the piles. An excavator was brought in to pull apart the piles and extinguish any hot spots.

Turkey Creek Township’s vacuum tanker was replenished from Papakeechie Lake, while other tankers were filled

from a hydrant at Pier 343 Condominiums. Turkey Creek Fire Territory cleared the scene at 5:41 p.m.

Syracuse Public Library —

SPL hosts youth outdoor skills course

Ages 10 and older won’t want to miss Jim Conley of Conley Backwoods Skills when he comes to the Syracuse Public Library to teach his “Call of the Wild Youth Outdoors Skills

Course.”

From 2-4 p.m. Friday, June 16, Conley will teach a variety of outdoor and survival skills depicted in some of the world’s best-selling outdoorthemed books, such as “Call of the Wild,” “The Hunger Games” and “Hatchet.”

From survival shelters and trail markers to rescue signals and knot tying, students will spend time outside learning outdoor skills. Conley shared, “I love reading and teaching outdoor skills and this course is a great way to engage kids with nature and books at the same time!”

For information, contact young adult services librarian Michelle Parker at (574) 4573022, ext. 2008.

Game On At The Library

Teens should brush up on their art skills to get ready for a fun art trade game from 3-4 p.m. Monday, June 12, in the Rosalyn Jones Room. During this activity, teens will draw and pass along their art. As always, the library will provide snacks.

From 2-3 p.m. Tuesday, June

13, come back to play Roblox with others in the Rosalyn Jones Room. Use the library’s public computers to sign in, or bring your own device to play with everyone else on the library’s server.

YA Board Game Night meets from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 15, in the Rosalyn Jones Room. The group will play “7 Wonders,” a game that challenges players to gather resources, develop commercial routes and affirm military supremacy. Build a city and erect an architectural wonder that transcends future times.

Solve The Escape Room

During June and July, register to solve the library’s travelthemed escape room. All ages are encouraged to team up to work out the clues and riddles in the Rosalyn Jones Room. Each team will have an hour to do so.

Visit the Syracuse Public Library’s digital calendar, shorturl.at/cxJPT, to find available time slots. Once a desirable date and time is found, register for it through the calendar by clicking “register now.” Fill out the form with your contact information and the number of people within your party. Contact Parker at (574) 457-3022, ext. 2008, or mparker@syracuse.lib.in.us for information or

to schedule on the phone or by email.

Children’s Programming

Children will explore archery at 2 p.m. Monday, June 12, in Community Roots. This program is recommended for ages 7-12, but others are welcome to join. During story time, children, birth to age 5, will listen to stories at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 14. There will also be a special bug catcher craft that children will make with their adults at the end of the program.

The entire family is invited to scavenger hunt during Family Night Out at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 13. Meet in the downstairs meeting room before embarking on a hunt for different items.

Support Kosciusko County Cancer Care Fund at Glow Golf event

You don’t have to play golf, or even enjoy golf to support the Kosciusko County Cancer Care Fund at the Glow Golf event, Friday, June 16. The event will take place at Wawasee Golf Club, 12388 N. Bishop Road, Syracuse. While golf teams are out hitting glow in the dark golf balls, or competing in various challenges, other can sit on the deck or in lawn chairs and enjoy music by The Tempos, visit the beer tent, or grab a bite to each from Big

Wawasee finishes fourth at golf sectional

The Wawasee boys golf team came so close to qualifying for the regional, they could practically taste it.

The team finished in fourth place, just four strokes behind Culver Academies and 10 strokes behind Warsaw, Friday, June 2, at Rozella Ford Golf Club. The top three teams advanced to next Thursday’s regional at Stonehenge Golf Club in Winona Lake.

The Warriors carded a 323 and Culver Academies shot 319. Warsaw won the sectional championship with a score of 313.

Vaughn Dyson carded a round of 78 and finished in a tie for third, advancing to the regional. Preston Scherer finished in a tie for fourth, shooting 79, and also

advanced to the regional.

Last year’s regional qualifier, Jay Finlinson, shot 82. He carded a 39 on the front nine, but just couldn’t quite crack the top three, carding a 43 on the back nine. Finlinson completed an outstanding career at Wawasee.

Myles Everingham shot 84. Everingham started his day not playing up to his high expectations, carding a 47 on the front nine. He proceeded to shoot a blistering 37 on the back nine, but couldn’t quite overcome his tough start.

Maddux Everingham carded a front nine 48 and back nine 42, finishing with a final 18-hole score of 90.

This was a tough loss for the Warriors, but the team had a great season and gave sectional champion Warsaw a real run for their money.

Wawasee Gymnastics Club summer sessions

The Wawasee Gymnastics Club announced their summer session schedule for 2023.

The first summer session focuses on tumbling and will take place Monday through Friday, June 12-16, at the North Webster Community Center.

Preschool and kindergarten ages 3 to 6 years old will meet from 3:30-4:15 p.m. Beginner and advanced beginners will meet from 4:45-5:30 p.m. Intermediate and advanced gymnasts will meet from 5:45-6:30 p.m.

The second summer session will be on equipment and will take place Monday through Friday, July 10-14, at the Wawasee High School annex gym.

Preschool and kindergarten ages 3 to 6 years old, will meet from 9-10 a.m. Beginner and advanced beginners will meet from 10:15-11:15 a.m. Intermediate and advanced gymnasts will meet from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The cost per participant is $45. A $15 athlete AAU membership is required. This sea-

Maxwelton Ladies League results

The Maxwelton Ladies League continued play with a game of “Middle Nines” Wednesday, May 31. First place honors went to Karla Walker. Second place honors

went to Yvonne Coburn. Connie Stillson, Honey Walters, Esther Keller, Walker and Deb Stauffer won the chip-in contest. Stillson was the low putts winner.

son’s membership will expire August 31.

The registration date for the first summer session has already taken place. The registra-

tion date for the second summer session will take place from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, June 13, at the Syracuse Community Center.

Yoder and Linder compete at state track and field finals

Wawasee junior thrower Emma Yoder capped off a recordbreaking year, finishing in fifth place in the discus at the IHSAA girls state track and field finals, Friday, June 2, at Robert C. Haugh Track & Field Complex, Indiana University, Bloomington.

Yoder threw 137’3”, finishing in a tie for fifth just behind Shelby Wingler of Center Grove, who threw 145’5”. Yoder’s season-best throw was 156’1” at the Goshen regional. Noblesville junior Hannah Alexander was the state

champion with a throw of 158’8”. Wawasee junior sprinter Lucas Linder finished in 26th place in the 200-meter dash at the IHSAA boys state track and field finals, Friday, June 2, at Robert C. Haugh Track & Field Complex, Indiana University, Bloomington. Linder clocked in at 22.72 seconds, finishing just behind Bloomington South senior Sam Cosner, who finished in 22.52. Linder previously ran a blistering 22.33 at the Warsaw regional. Brownsburg junior Dominic Calhoun was the state champion, crossing the finish line in 21.3.

Mouth BBQ food truck. The Tempos will play hits many will remember for their youth. The music will go from 7-11 p.m. with a cost of $5 or a donation to the cancer care fund. Bring your family and friends and lawn chairs and enjoy a night of music.

Golfers will tee off at 9:15 p.m. All team slots are filled. All proceeds benefit cancer patients in Kosciusko County. There is no rain date.

Sweeney selected for TWF’s new developmental role

The Watershed Foundation is pleased to announce that Barbara Sweeney has been named as development director for the nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting, preserving and improving the water quality of our beautiful lakes and streams.

Originally from South Bend, Sweeney has lived most of her life in Indiana. After receiving a bachelor of science degree from Indiana University — Bloomington, she had a successful retail career, living in multiple cities and states and eventually settling in Indianapolis.

In 2010, fulfilling a need to serve her community, she began a career in the nonprofit sector serving as executive director of Teachers’ Treasures in Indianapolis. Her husband’s career then took them to Texas, where she was executive director for Habitat for Humanity — Corpus Christi.

This past year, after nearly a decade away, Sweeney and her husband relocated to Columbia City and are thrilled to be “Back Home Again in Indiana” — and closer to their vacation home on Lake Tippecanoe.

In her role as development director, Sweeney will be working with residents and organization partners to promote the mission of The Watershed Foundation in protecting and improving water quality. The watershed mission area includes parts of Kosciusko, Whitley and Noble counties. She will also focus on securing funding and promoting fundraising efforts for the organization.

Sweeney is excited to focus her passion and energy on protecting and improving our lakes and streams.

“Our lake home has become a summer vacation gathering spot for our siblings and their families who are scattered across Indiana and the eastern and southern United States. Having lived in so many places, I truly appreciate the beauty of this special place in Indiana that we need to protect for future generations to enjoy,”

Sweeney added.

TWF was founded in 1997 to protect and improve water quality in the upper Tippecanoe River Watershed, spanning from Crooked Lake in Whitley County to the Warsaw and Winona Lake area.

During the past 26 years, TWF has worked with farmers and lake residents to implement more than 200 water quality improvement projects. In the last five years alone, these efforts have prevented more than 1 billion pounds of weeds and algae from growing in area lakes and streams.

Youth History Club activities focus on Native American culture

Children have the opportunity to learn some fun facts about Native Americans and early settlers at the Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum this summer.

Jamie Clemons, museum director, has planned activities designed for children of all ages. Youth History Club meets every Thursday from June 1 to Aug. 3. The club is free and open to the public. Parents are also welcome to attend. The program runs from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Archaeology Day, June 8, features area archaeologist Cathy who will discuss a variety of topics.

On June 15, children learn about mortar and pestles and how Native Americans used these tools to grind corn and how corn was first introduced to the area. Bead works with Mary Null will be featured on June 22 and 29. Null is a chemistry teacher

at Goshen High School. She will show the children how to make jewelry from seed beads and teach the history of beadworking and how Native Americans used beads. Games and bowl math are the highlights of July 6. Bowl math is a Native American counting game using chips.

As a special treat, on July 13 children will make baskets using a cardboard form and yarn and raffia. They will learn why and how Native Americans used baskets.

The instruction for July 20 centers around birds of the area and why they are important to the ecosystem. The children will make a hummingbird feeder during the hour to take home. Composting and why it is important is the topic for July 27. The final event, food preservation, is scheduled for Aug. 3. Clemons will make an applesauce “fruit leather” for the children to taste.

Wawasee Middle School honor roll

Friday, May 26, Wawasee Middle School presented honor roll awards to students.

Eighth grade All A’s

Alex Andrade, Kaden Andrew, Reese Beasley, Sarah Cheng, McKenna Close, Ashlynn Corn, Addison Delagrange, Katy Eppert, Aowyn Fuller, Adrianne Hollar, Josiah Jones, Tiondra Kelly, Zane Likens, Dewey Lindsey, Ryan Mack Jr., Haley Maynus, Johncarlos Miretti, Alexis Nunemaker, Kenadi Pierce, Maddux Ringler, Hope Scott, Drake Stookey, Julia Stover, Cavan Tom, Ivan Waikel and Eric Wetzel.

Eighth grade A/B

Laina Bevelhimer, Tionna

Bontrager, Skyler Burnstrum, Kullayana Caudell, Chaz Dahm, Sophia Davis, Berkley Dolsen, Grace Douglas, Jaxon Fawley, Lora Gonzalez, Kyhan Heisler, Sophia Higgins, Peyton Hohman, Lillian Hollopeter, Bailey Hursey, Carson Jones, Bree-Anne Kitson, Charlotte Kompagne, Finley Miller, Natalie Miller, Madison Mueller, Sebastian Pena, Julia Pohl, Ella Stewart, JohnDavid Stoffel, Kendall Toumey, Madilynn Wilkerson and Thomas Zachary II.

Seventh grade All A’s

Addison Abel, Elijah Albright, Hadley Allen, Jack Bradford, Finley Brady, Jordyn Cabeen, Winston Farrington, Madelynn

Fedder, Kailyb Ferrer, Kenlee Grady, Everett Guy, Leah Hurst, Elizabeth Iden, Jaiden Jones, Alexis Katzer, Joshua Kelley, Jadyn Klenke, Raily Klinefelter, Kaitlyn Large, Annabelle Malstaff, Richard Mathew, Richard Mathew IV, Xander Miller, Luke

Nettrouer, Emily Ringler, Carson

Scherer, Isabella Shideler, Jack

Shoemaker, Chloe Smeltzer, Candice Stoffel, Luke Thompson and Steven Woods.

Seventh grade A/B

Elizabeth Anderson, Aidyn

Archer, Elise Berkeypile, Kellen Bolton, Annaleigh Bowling, David Cline, Makenzie Davis, Bailyn Dobbelaere-Likens, Ellie

Eltzroth, Conor Feeney, Zaidyn

Ferrer, Christopher Francis, Memphis Freiburger, Steven

Hackleman, Scarlett Hardy, Mark Haynes, Elizabeth Herman, Taylin Hoover, Moses Howard, Adyson Jones, Olivia Krichbaum and Lydia LaBarbera. Also Francine Levinson, William Loehr, Colten Lortie, Amara Mcclure, Cylus Melching, Owen Mettham, Dirks Miller, Dalton Moore, Lyam Moseman, Margarett Mueller, Katelyn Plikerd, Baldemar Robles, Kingston Sanchez, Zaiyla Shortill, Hunter Siri, Hayden Stanley, Bentley Truman, Tyler Vazquez, Antonio Vetor, Marin Wagoner, Alpoe Walker, Gauge Wallace and Abigail Zakutansky.

Sixth grade All A’s Addison Barger, Oliver Bosenberg, Brody Bradford, Sophia Coday, Jacksen Cole, Oliver Compton, Adrian Dershem, Audrey Fitzsimmons, Norah Grossnickle, William Hodgson, Sophie Hunter, Paul Marion, Alaina McDonald, Bennett Mckenzie, Adriana Michael, Riley Rohrbaugh, Kiah Strombeck and Jaclyn Trowbridge.

Sixth grade A/B Liberty Adams, Aaliyah Allen, Caleb Dennis, Londen Dilley, Lily Douglas, Payton Everingham, Brittani Ford, Elijah Garcia Mason Hatfield, Jackson Hensel, Landon Jagger, Bryce Johnson, Madeline Linville, Baylee Longmire, Ruby Mock, Delanie Morris, Reid Nettrouer, Aisling Nordin, Kera Owens, Vincenzo Piersall, KayLi Poucher, Jude Rhodes, Carter Ringle, Gabriela Solache, Tatum Thorn, Emerie Walker, Audrey Wells, Carter Wolfe and Addison Worrell.

Local students named to dean’s list

The following local students were recently named to the dean’s list at DePauw University:

Leesburg — Ava Knight

Syracuse — Taylor Cripe

Cromwell — Elijah Gum-Hales

Wawasee High School honor rolls

Wawasee High School has announced its honor roll for the second semester of the 2022-23 school year. All A Honor Roll

Seniors — Laura C. Arford, Beau T. Baker, Sydney R. Baker, Sarah E. Beer, Madeline E. Close, Clay J. Coblentz, Ethan R. Dennis, Daniel C. Dunithan, Olivia E. Evans, Sydni L. Ewing, Kiah M. Farrington, Rylee Firestone, Gabriel L. Garro, Khloee E. Henson, Asia R. Herd, Gracelyn E. Hills, Isaac R. Hodges, Keegan M. Hurst, Skylynn M. Kelich, Nathan K. Kryder and Sevilla A. LaBarbera.

Also Izabelle G. Losee, Gavin M. Malone, Benjamin L. Maxwell, Brayden E. Mickley, Alexia R. Miller, Olive K. Mina, Alexis R. Mishler, Christina L. Morrow, Abby F. Payne, Addyson G. Ritter, Ashlyn N. Rose, Emma A. Siri, Andrew P.

Dance The Night Away at Tippy Dance Hall

Lace up your dancing shoes and take a walk down memory lane at the historic Tippy Gardens Ballroom with The Watershed Foundation’s fifth dance at Tippy.

Yes, The Tippy Dance Hall. For more than 100 years, this location has featured an outdoor stage and dance floor that has hosted musical artists such as Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, REO Speedwagon, and The Byrds. For ONE night only guests are invited to join The Watershed Foundation and support clean lakes as we dance the night away!

The deadline for full event tickets with a meal is Saturday, June 24. Adult tickets are $100 and includes a catered meal from the Owl’s Nest. Want to bring the whole gang? A limited number of RESERVED tables for 10 adults are available for $1,250. These VIP tables include dinner, guaranteed seating with your friends and a prime location near the dance floor.

Additionally, concert only tickets are on sale for $75. These tickets include entry to the Tippy Dance Hall with access to the cash bar and dance floor, but do not include dinner or a seat in the venue.

The good times rock n’ roll all night long, beginning at 6:30 p.m. when the doors open with cock-

tails and appetizers.

After dinner, The Woomblies Rock Orchestra from Indianapolis takes the stage until 11 p.m. The Woomblies Rock Orchestra is a powerhouse of talent, with 11 musicians, including a four-piece string section and two horns, playing some of the greatest Rock and Motown music ever written. Look forward to the music of ELO, Moody Blues, Led Zeppelin, Al Greene, The Four Tops and more. Lush vocal harmony and impressive musicianship make The Woomblies Rock Orchestra a must see performance. Visit watershedfoundation.org/ dance2023 or call (574) 834-3242 for more information and to purchase your tickets. Act quickly before this event is sold out!

Marquee sponsors include

Barbee Lakes Property Owners, Coldwell Banker — Deb PatonShowley Group, Edward Jones — Ryan Drake, Fire & Ice HVAC, Lakeland Pier & Lift, Lake Tippecanoe Property Owners, Main Channel Marina, ProWake Watersports, and Smokercraft. Food, music, and event sponsors include Ace Hardware – North Webster, Beyond Landscaping, Patona Bay Marina, Rabb Water, SOLitude Lake Management, Warsaw Party Rental, Owl’s Nest, and Wawasee Boat Company.

All proceeds help TWF take action for healthy lakes and streams in our community for today and the future.

Slabaugh, Allison M. Stookey, Zoe G. Taylor, Cole M. Turner, Nadia H. Whalen, Drew I. Williamson and Lea R. Wysong. Juniors — Haylee J. Allen, Morgan E. Anderson, Delaina R. Avery, Kasey A. Becola, Allison D. Clark, McKenna G. Clay, Brooklynn R. Gibson, Nathan T. Harper, Emma G. Jackson, Lynk S. Klinefelter, Chloe G. Linder, Lucas B. Linder, Madalyn M. Loftis, Emma J. Lowery, Kierstyn S. Miller, Kaylie N. Nunemaker and James J. Pearson.

Also Allyssa B. Perkins, Kylie B. Perkins, Elliette M. Pulley, Zachary B. Ringler, Chloe K. Rodgerson, Samantha N. Rose, Sophia L. Rush, Senate R. Shaw, Summit G. Shaw, Kaydence G. Shepherd, Stone L. Shipley, Olivia L. Siri, Kenley A. Stewart, Titus J. Taylor, Sara M. Timmins, Kamren P. Voss, Kayla N. Voss and Emma J. Yoder. Sophomores — Addison R. Beasley, Ella R. Beer, Jaxon L. Brown, Kaytlynn E. Bryant, Dane A. Cripe, Evelyn G. Duncan, Myles J. Everingham, Gwendolyn R. Frank, Cooper M. Garden, Aubrey L. Gerber, Sawyer W. Grimes, Mackenzie J. Hackleman, Jacob A. Halvorsen, Joseph R. Harper and Weston C. Hoffert.

Also Isabelle L. Jones, Rhys A. Jonsson, Natalie E. Katzer, Hannah L. Likens, Micah Macias, Noah Macias, Julie A. Mishler, Justin W. Muchowicz II, Corrine N. Orth, Rachel L. Studebaker, Alexis K. Stump, Jaymison M. Thornsbearry, Sam A. Trowbridge, Hannah G. Truex, Lucy C. Wilkinson and Michael W. Wood. Freshmen — William C. Arford, Brogan T. Ashley, Melissa J. Bontrager, Coltin S. Bucher, Lillian M. Crabtree, Gavin W. Escoto, Davis M. Everingham, Addison S. Hatfield, Madison E. Jackson, Derek D. Morrison, Emily J. Schmucker, Katelynn R. Shoemaker, Sophia M. Smith, Abigail G. Speicher, Ashley E. Wake, Gabriel L. Ward, Jazlyn K. Weimer and Micah Wilson.

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A/B Honor Roll

Seniors — David M. Anderson, Cade C. Beer, Jayden A. Boggs, Josiah E. Boyer, Madison I. Brennaman, Evan M. Brower, Alyson J. Brown, Jaxon S. Brown, Jackson M. Charles, Carson P. Clevenger, Amelia O. Dement, Hector Diaz, Colt M. Dolsen, Jay I. Duncan, Vaughn T. Dyson, Izabelle C. Espinoza, Peyton M. Felger, Reagan T. Fisher, Bailey E. Fox, Nathaniel P. Fraley, Arisai A. Garcia-Sanchez, Braxton D. Gonzalez and Joseph C. Hackleman.

Also Josalyn S. Kolberg, Joshua M. Long, Jimena Lopez, Jakob M. Losher, Jacob T. McKinney, Hunter W. Miller, Demi M. Napier, Hayden E. Neer, Olivia E. Ousley, Ava E. Pohl, Paris E. Pruitt, Daryk

R. Richardson, Jeffrey Sanchez, Micah R. Schmucker, Brayden P. Spencer, Braeden J. Stidham, Logan A. Stuckman, Tristan J. Tom, Victor M. Trujillo, Brylee P. Vandiver, Emma-Kate Wilson and Cameron J. Zimmerman. Juniors — Talan J. Ball, Donovan M. Blair, Windsor M. Bonner, Anthony J. Brace, Ty A. Brooks, Abbigail Burelison, Alexandra

N. Coy, Lilly M. Coy, Delaney A. Delagrange, Clairissa I. Dennis, Christopher I. Estrada, Hunter J. Fiedeke, Cade J. Garden, Allison A. Gibson, Victor Giron, Alexa D. Gomez-Jones, Adaline F. Haynes, Miguel Hernandez, John F. Hoy, Rylee M. Jenkins, Brandon C. Kelly Jr., Landen D. Kessler and SkyeLeigh K. Kitson.

Also Hunter B. Kunish, Ryan V. Leedy, Joshua D. Lesko, Alyssa M. McClintic, Gianna B. Parrett, Alejandro M. Pena, Caden C. Pratt, Clara Puy Barreales, Yoena M. Ramirez-Perez, Trinity Roberson, Ciara R. Rodriguez, Reagan L. Scott, Mason T. Shoemaker, Mya J. Taylor, Elliot R. Thompson, Dominic M. Ward, Kaden D. Weimer, Mikilah S. Wiggs, Daniel C. Wilson, Caleb D. Wiseman, Olivia M. Woolwine, Cole A. Young, Emma K. Young and Collin T. Ziebarth.

Sophomores — Rylan J. Adams, Brooke I. Aleman, Hunter M. Allen, Chloe S. Bartels, Aidan J. Baugh, Mackenzie J. Bauknecht, Evan W. Byler, Malayna L. Clark, Abigayle F. Conner, Ava G. Couture, Eduardo S. da Cunha, Alexia J. Davis, Alexander J. Dibble, Kane P. Dukes, Abby M. Dusek, Maddux D. Everingham, Oceane H. Glandon, Alexis A. Gunkel, Zaylee K. Guy, Zoey L. Halsey, Gavin W. Hettinger, Chloe M. Hooley and Cameron A. Jones. Also Penelope L. Jones, McKenzie L. Kern, Cyanna A. Leon, Keira S. Lortie, Alyxandria J. Manges, Adrian A. Miller, Brayden W. Miller, Karli D. Moore, Dakota L. Nguyen, Charles J. Peshel, Bradyn L. Pike, Tyler A. Pinkerton, Addison K. Powell, Morgan E. Reel, Ethan I. Rodriguez, Brooklyn N. Roose, Abraham A. Sanchez Hernandez, Timothy Schmucker, Dane Sigler, Lydia A. Stookey, Quentin E. Taylor, Elijah N. Watkins and Isaac A. Winters. Freshmen — Callen B. Atteberry, Xzander W. Bess, Benjamin Brace, Aidan S. Cabeen, Kassidy G. Carter, Braedon M. Clay, Louie T. Cole, Lucy L. Crabtree, Nicholas A. Dohan, Mya M. Dyson, Brady M. Feeney, Ripley A. Franks-Sutton, Conner Gregory, Mia C. Hodgson, Nolan G. Holzwart, William B. Hoy, Emerson A. Krull, Zack A. Kryder, Alyssa L. Kunish, Lilian G. Lawrence, Naviya M. Leon, Urbano S. Lopez, Kyle J. Maxwell and Bria J. Mickley.

Also Paige M. Millberg, Audrey M. Miller, Jarrett J. Miller, Ava M. Mock, Ryen S. Ogan, Alexander D. Palacios-Allard, Weston M. Plikerd, John M. Reiff, Allizabeth M. Ritter, Zaid R. Rolston, Jeensy N. Romo, Addyson L. Rose, Melody A. Sanchez, Wyatt A. Schafer, Preston W. Scherer, Maxwell R. Taylor, Makayelynn R. Toumey, Rylin E. Vanlaningham, Prescott C. Wagoner, Andrew R. Waugh, Ava M. Weldy, Andrew J. Yoder and Dalton E. Young.

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Camp’s facilities director enjoys the great outdoors

“There is also mowing and tennis nets to be taken care of,” McGriff-Tharp said.

Sailboat Racing — More than just the boat and the wind

The Wawasee Yacht Club has a supporting cast to help drive the weekly sailboat racing activity out on the water.

The commodore, similar to a president in most organizations, drives the decisions made to continue the mission. Betsy Berry, a professor of mathematics at Purdue Fort Wayne, is serving as commodore this year.

Mike Blackwell will serve as the vice commodore, second in command, who is primarily responsible for membership activities. He will become the new commodore on Labor Day weekend for the 2024 sailing season.

Getting ready for summer camp every year is no small feat. A lot of planning and details need to be completed before children arrive for camp. Camp Crosley started its first camp Sunday, June 4.

Adam McGriff-Tharp is the facilities director at Camp Crosley in North Webster. He is one of many staff members who make the camp run smoothly and safely for children.

The camp has 53 structures and about 250 to 300 campers per week. He lives in one of seven houses on the 180-acre property.

With the recent renovations, all the beds needed to be moved out of the cabins. The new cabins and new bathhouse give it a fresh new look, he said. McGriff-Tharp said he wants the campers to have a good experience.

PROFILE

He was born and raised in Ridgeville in Randolph County. He graduated from high school in 2003. He later attended Ball State University, where he obtained a bachelor’s degree in exercise science.

While in college during the summer, he was a camp counselor at Camp Crosley from 2006-2008.

“It was pretty cool,” McGriff-Tharp said. “I helped with the high ropes and dirt bikes.”

After 2008, he worked at the Richmond YMCA as its sports and fitness coordinator. After a few months, he found the job was not for him. He left there and got a job at Camp Crosley in 2009. He said he loves his job.

“I get to be outside. It’s a cool organization to work for. I help the kids have a positive experience,” McGriff-Tharp said.

Getting ready for summer campers entails a lot of big and small details. McGriff-Tharp said trails need to be cleared, the 3-acre pond and water slides need to be taken care of, and the boat docks need to be put out.

“We have a saying: ‘Camp Crosley is home,’” he said.

“We get to make a positive impact and create opportunities for others to shine,” he said.

His first year at Camp Crosley, he did a little bit of everything. In 2010, he was named facilities director.

“I basically manage and care for the buildings,” he said. The camp recently conducted renovations on its cabins and bathhouse. It is the first of four phases being conducted at the 100-year-old camp’s property.

“I enjoy who I work for and one who likes to help people. It’s a rewarding job,” he noted.

The camp is actually open year round, he said. So, there is a lot to be done during the other seasons.

His wife, Lesley, is the librarian at North Webster Elementary School. They have two children, 5 and 7, who both attend NWES. He and his family live on Camp Crosley’s property.

McGriff-Tharp is a den leader for Cub Scouts Pack No. 3726, North Webster. His hobbies include anything outdoors, like camping and hiking, riding four-wheelers and canoeing.

Steve Wolfer has been keeping the finances straight as treasurer at the club for years, which is particularly important for insuring that the facilities and boats are in order.

Terry Moorman has likewise served as secretary for years, managing the communications and meetings.

Syracuse resident Dale Thompson has been serving as house and grounds chair and is responsible for keeping the buildings in order. His peer, Andy Allen, is responsible for the boats and docks.

Mobile Meals drivers

Volunteer drivers for Syracuse, Milford and North Webster Mobile Meals have been scheduled as follows:

Syracuse Drivers June 12-16

MONDAY — M. Gordon

TUESDAY — C. Manning

WEDNESDAY — D. & K. Matz

THURSDAY — C. Hill

FRIDAY — P. Smith Milford Drivers June 12-16

MONDAY — J. Kammerer

TUESDAY — A. & C. Haab

WEDNESDAY — G. & D. Cooper THURSDAY — J. Redman

FRIDAY — R. & P. Haab North Webster Drivers June 12-16

MONDAY — J. Parcell

TUESDAY — J. & K. Caskey

WEDNESDAY — J. Binkley

THURSDAY — B. Kennedy

FRIDAY — P. Perry

Jeff Schmahl has served as the head of junior sailing for many years as well. This role is important to the club for continuing interest in sailing for young people.

Lastly the race chairman, Casey Call, has ownership for all the execution of racing activities each day.

Wawasee Yacht Club sailboat racing takes place Saturday mornings when the Sunfish and I-20s sail and Sundays when the larger E Scows and Lightnings sail.

On each specific race day, there are individuals assigned to multiple positions to support racing.

The principal race officer is on the club pontoon boat and has responsibility for the overall course, the starting and finishing, and safety in the event of adverse weather. Steve Wolfer is in that position most Sunday mornings and his experience provides great courses and management for the participants.

There is also a “buoy boat,”

Bridge Results

North Webster Bridge Group

The North Webster Bridge Group met Tuesday, May 30, and Thursday, June 1, at the Senior Primelife Enrichment Center in the North Webster Community Center. Tuesday winners were Wanda Wyrick, first, and Shirley Gardner, second. Winners Thursday were Jerry Hetrick, first, and Ronnie Pierog, second.

which is a speedy 15’ outboard boat used to set the marks in the lake with small anchors.

Syracuse resident Kenny Bolles manages that aspect of the daily effort, assisted by a number of teenagers. There is still a need to find a few more employees, email racechair@wawaseeyachtclub. com if interested.

The Wawasee E Scow Open Regatta, scheduled for June 10-11, will mark the l00th anniversary of E Scow racing. For the regatta this year, the club will welcome a guest pro from Pewaukee, Wis., to manage the racing. AJ Schweda is certified by U.S. Sailing in race management and has experience running other large regattas throughout the Midwest. As there will be over 30 boats to race this year, his job very important. In the next article in this series, we will share more details about the race course itself and what happens before, during and after to support the participants.

Wawasee Kiwanis hosts BBQ

The Wawasee Kiwanis is hosting a pork barbecue fundraiser Saturday, June 10, at the Syracuse Community Center, 1013 N. Long Drive, Syracuse. The barbecue will begin at 10 a.m. Guests can choose to purchase a barbecue sandwich for $5 or a plate for $10. The plate includes a sandwich, coleslaw, chips and a drink. There will be a silent auction with items to bid on.

All proceeds of the barbecue will be used to benefit youth related organizations within the Syracuse-Wawasee community.

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Jackie Zumbrum breaks Shanna Zolman’s shot put record

10 YEARS AGO, JUNE 5, 2013 Milford fifth- and sixth-graders gathered around Tuesday afternoon for the egg drop finals. Finalists from the last competition took their egg-protecting boxes

into the air once more, beginning at 30 feet. One by one, eggs cracked and contestants topped off. In the end, Logan Berthier’s box protected his egg to the end, surpassing female winner Han-

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nah Rhodes, whose egg finally sustained injury after being dropped from 50 feet in the air.

Former Milford resident Don Ahrns will turn 100 years old June 16. He is doing well and resides with his daughter and son-in-law, Judi and Jack Ulery on Whidbey Island, Wash. A surprise birthday celebration will be held for him Saturday, June 15, at Family Bible Church in Oak Harbor, Wash.

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Boulder Golf Course Saturday, May 15. Using a 3-wood, she made the shot on the tricky, 100yard No. 3 hole.

40 YEARS AGO, JUNE 8, 1983 Tamara Jessop, 17, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard McMillen, Milford, will be Miss Milford in the Queen of Lakes Beauty Pageant for the 38th North Webster Mermaid Festival. Miss Jessop will be sponsored by the Milford Lions Club.

10 YEARS AGO, JUNE 5, 2013

Kosciusko County Community Foundation hosted its annual Heart of Gold awards Tuesday evening in Warsaw, at which it recognized 48 individuals for extraordinary acts of service and volunteerism. This year, 10 people out of 48 nominees were recognized with Heart of Gold. This year’s recipients are: Charles Haffner, Ot Schroeder, Terry Wentz, Carole Delp, Ron Donkers, Brooke Smalley, Diana Davis, Karen Hill, Robert Harkness and Jay Clark.

town. “The people we’ve hired up to this point we’ve hired just from the rumor going around,” said Denny Bailey, vice president of marketing.

Members of the Milford Lions Club have honored Past District Governor D.G. Seely by designating him a Melvin Jones Fellow. The award, given by Lions International, is in recognition of Seely’s commitment to serving the world community.

40 YEARS AGO, JUNE 8, 1983

Employees of Beer and Slabaugh spent Tuesday installing a new water distribution line on Emeline Street. The original line broke last winter during subzero temperatures.

Milford Middle School eighth grade student Jackie Zumbrun broke a middle school shot put record in track previously held by Shanna Zolman. The new record is 38 feet, 10 inches.

Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Bess, Milford, celebrated 50 years of marriage with family members recently at a park in Warsaw where approximately 50 people joined in the celebration. The former Imogene Colvin and Bess were married in Felicity, Ohio, on June 3, 1933, and have lived in the Milford area for a majority of their married lives.

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JJ Gilmer got a taste of the boys track state finals Friday. The Wawasee sophomore standout liked it so much he’s motivated to be back in the future. “I’m pretty happy,” said Gilmer.

“Retirement: That happy time of life when the sun still rises and you don’t have to,” says Evie Florence (“Flossie”) Duncan’s handmade, full size quilt.

Luke Blakeslee and Ashlee Pollen, both eighth-graders, were awarded the Jay Haab Memorial Award last Friday at Milford Middle School. Each student received a trophy and their names will appear on a plaque in the school hallway.

30 YEARS AGO, JUNE 2, 1993

Florence (“Flossie”) Duncan, Milford, retired after 13 years, four months as a nurses’ aide at Goshen Hospital. As a retirement gift, 56 doctors, nurses and aides from the hospital had a quilting session and each made their contribution to a personalized fullsize quilt.

50 YEARS AGO, JUNE 6, 1973

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20 YEARS AGO, JUNE 4, 2003

In what has shaped up so far to be the most successful Wawasee boys’ track season since perhaps 1976, the Warriors finished fifth out of 36 teams at the IHSAA Regionals Thursday in Fort Wayne.

Last month, Flossie retired after 13 years and four months as a nurses’ aide at Goshen Hospital and a 32-year career in the health field. As a going away gift, 56 doctors, nurses and aides attended a quilting bee to contribute their handmade blocks to Flossie’s quilt.

D. G. Seely has been designated a Melvin Jones Fellow by Lions Clubs International Foundation in recognition of his commitment to serving the world community. The award was presented to Seely on behalf of the Milford Lions Club last Thursday, May 27, by Past International Director James Cameron of Urbana.

The class of 1923 was honored at the 49th annual Milford high school alumni association banquet held Saturday. The banquet was held in the Wawasee high school commons. The two members of the class of 1923 who were present were Kenneth Haney and Dale Mock. Both still reside in the Milford area.

In the process, two individuals and the 3,200-meter relay team qualified for the state finals. The 3,200-meter relay team, clocking in more than four seconds ahead of the second-place team from Fort Wayne Snider at 7:59.49, placed first. Paul Perales, Eric Gingerich, David Slabaugh and Ryan Stichter make up the relay team, which has posted the fastest recorded time in the state in 2003. The top three individuals and relay teams qualified for Indianapolis.

The Wawasee High School FFA large animal judging teams have finished the year. Livestock judging team members were Marc Roberts, Katie Darr, Lee Gardner, Sarah Banghart, Eric Kaiser and Tim Brumbaugh. The students placed third in the county contest.

“I want to promote my tennis program because it’s the most advanced program in Indiana,” commented Gary Metzger, president of the American Professional Racquet Association who is offering summer tennis lessons to Lakeland community residents.

50 YEARS AGO, JUNE 6, 1973

Dolores Moorehouse, “Lady of the Lake,” of the International Palace of Sports Foundation announced today that 17-year old Denny Hepler, outstanding athlete, will compete as Knight of Center Lake. Recipient of the Elks award in golf and basketball, Denny, six feet, three inches tall and weighing 185 pounds, qualified for all conference, all sectional, and all regional in basketball.

Dr. David Mayden was introduced by Paul Tinkel, program chairman, at the Milford Kiwanis meeting Friday morning, May 28, in the Milford Community Building. Mayden is a practicing dentist who visits the children of the Wawasee Community School Corporation. He said parents are encouraged to send their children and the Milford School had 100 percent compliance.

Milford resident Ada Frenger recorded a hole in one at Big

David Hamilton, son of Mr. and Mrs. Claude Hamilton of Milford, has been selected to represent the Ancil Geiger American Legion post 226 at Boys’ State this summer. The annual outing will be held at Indiana State university June 9-16.

Paul Ruch of Milford returned last Tuesday from Bullhead City, Ariz., where he spent the winter. En route home he visited Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Vanlaningham of Gusher, Utah, and Hoy Jones of Golden, Colo.

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30 YEARS AGO, JUNE 2, 1993 Dutchman Manufacturing Inc. arrived in Syracuse a couple months ago with little fanfare. But it didn’t take long for the word to get out that a quality camper manufacturer was in

The Wawasee Warrior baseball team brought their first sectional title home last Friday afternoon after defeating the Triton Trojans 1-0. The game was a brilliant pitching duel with Dwight Dean, Bill Fawley and Mark Smith on the mound for the Warriors.

‘Land of Dixie’ is theme for Mermaid Festival

10 YEARS AGO, JUNE 5, 2013

MILLER’S COUNTRY GREENHOUSE is having end of season sale starting June 8 through June 26. Hours are 8am-5:30pm Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm Saturday. 5567 W. 1100 N., Milford 46542. Auction Conducted by: Salazar Auction Service, LLC Auctioneer: Joe Salazar AUO1049316 Phone: 574-457-6754 ~ Your Local Auctioneer!

the DNR. Special kudos to Kevin Smith, the dam keeper.

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Personal Property of Philip Randall Saturday, June 24, 2023 Starting at 10:00 a.m. Owner, Philip Randall Personal Property Location: 18 EMS B28A Lane, Pierceton, IN 46562 NOTE: Look PicturesAtOn auctionzip.com ANTIQUES: Three piece early colonial walnut bedroom set; full size iron bed; full size bed; five drawer chest; dresser; desk w/chair; nice four piece oak table w/4 chairs; walnut marble top stand; walnut kneehole desk; oak commode w/marble top; small walnut drop leaf table; walnut hall tree; several living room lamps; lots of 33 RPM records; 5 gallon crock; several collectible wall pictures; porcelain figurines; clear crystal; pink depression dishes; dark blue carnival bowl; several cups & saucers; old porcelain bowls; lots of Coca Cola items; wall clock w/pendulum; pair of table lamps. HOUSEHOLD: Full size sofa w/end recliners; 32” color T.V.; sofa & love seat; wall decorations; oak chifferobe; 4 piece iron living room set; several living room tables. MISC.: Patio set w/6 chairs; yard tools; decorative garden outdoor window; 5x10 floor rug; Coca Cola toy trucks. Much more to come! AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: Some items are still in boxes more items still need to be posted! Check out pictures on auctionzip.com ROUND UP THE SAVINGS IN THE CLASSIFIEDS

Kosciusko County Community Foundation hosted its annual Heart of Gold awards Tuesday evening in Warsaw. The Heart of Gold Nonprofit Award was presented to North Webster Community Center.

North Webster Ace Hardware was chosen as Business of the Month for June by the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce.

Mermaid Festival booklets are available at many local businesses and organizations. They are the ultimate guide for the 68th annual festival to be held June 26-29. The theme is “Land of Dixie” as in way down south in.

Hats off to Webster Lake Conservation Association and its committee for its work on the Webster Lake dam. They really spearheaded its replacement along with

20 YEARS AGO, JUNE 4, 2003

Kyle Barrett and Kayla Berger were presented with the Jamey Clevenger Art Awards during Friday’s awards ceremony at North Webster Elementary School.

Five members of the Lions Karate Academy in North Webster were winners at the Snow’s Open Style Martial Arts Championship, recently held in Delphi.

Madyson Morgan received special recognition Friday during North Webster Elementary School’s awards program for her outstanding academic achievements. Throughout her elementary career, Morgan received all A’s, according to Principal Jim Garner.

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Camp Crosley hosts ribbon cutting for new renovations

The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Camp Crosley, North Webster, Thursday, June

1. The ceremony celebrated phase one of the recent renovations to the property.

The renovations cost $1.4 million, according to Mark Battig, Camp Crosley’s director. The renovations are being com-

pleted in four phases. The hilltop cabins were outdated and inefficient. The upgrades include updated HVAC systems, and a connection to the new sewage and septic system provided by the local

municipalities. Adding a bathhouse to the hilltop cabins provides close access, improved accessibility and more inclusivity for campers who may be dealing with body image and sexuality issues.

The hilltop cabins and new bathhouse serve a wide variety of ages and geographic area. During summer resident camp, youth ages 10 to 12 years old utilize the cabins. Lakeside cabins were built alongside the hilltop cabins.

Children not only from Delaware County, but all over the United States, use the camp. During the camp’s off season, the cabins are used for groups and retreats.

Located on the shores of Lake Tippecanoe, the camp opened in 1915. The camp welcomes about 300 campers per week and has 100 staff members.

In the past 100 years, Camp Crosley has offered valuesbased camping for boys and girls ages 6 to 15.

Camp Crosley has expanded, revitalized, and transformed

Lake Wawasee tour to help

New Hope’s furry little friends

Classic rock band The Strays will be rocking the SS Lillypad to raise funds for New Hope Pet Rescue.

The event will take place from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, June 10, aboard

The Frog Tavern’s boat as it cruis-

es Lake Wawasee for two hours of food, music and drinks. Two cash bars will be open on the boat.

Tickets are $50 per person and the money will help New Hope fulfill its mission of feeding and caring for pets in need.

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Monday, May 31, in North Webster Church of God. Plans were made for painting some of the interior walls of the community building. Two new members, William and Sally Miller, were inducted into the club’s membership by Jerry Badskey.

Dennis and Julie DuBois, North Webster, recently journeyed to Europe. They visited their former exchange students and also got acquainted with photographers of Germany, Norway and Denmark. Comparing Memorial Day’s brisk winds and cool conditions to that of the uncomfortable conditions soldiers had to bear during battles ranging from Valley Forge and the Battle of the Bulge to the Gulf War, Rev. Noel Reed spoke to a large gathering at North Webster Cemetery Monday.

40 YEARS AGO, JUNE 8, 1983

George Bauner, a resident on Willis Park Road, questioned the board members as to why Willis Road was not on the list of roads to be paved, when he attended the North Webster Town Board meeting June 1.

North Webster EMS sponsored a two-day workshop in vehicular rescue last weekend, an event coordinated by the state EMS commission.

Katie Shively and Mary Strong were hostess and co-hostess for the June 1 meeting of Tippy Lee Club. The meditation was presented by Fredonna Custer. New officers were installed by Pam Florey. Marilyn Hartman was

named president and Juanita Allen was named vice president. 50 YEARS AGO, JUNE 6, 1973

The American Legion Herbert Kuhn Post 253, North Webster, met recently to install new officers for the coming year, Jerry Lowe was selected commander of the North Webster post. Douglas Jernigan is first vice commander and Roger Cormican is second vice commander.

“Memorial Day 1973” was the theme of the program presented at the Memorial Day meeting of Lakeland Kiwanis Club by A.C. Underwood. Ray Finkbiner opened with the table grace. Citation cards were given to Peck Wilson and Dick Long for having gained one new member each.

The annual Mom’s Night out for members of Charm ‘n’ Chatter Home Ec Club was held recently following a dinner in Goshen. Mrs. Helen Anderson was named president, and Mrs. Preston Gregory was named vice president.

available from New Hope volunteers or by emailing nhprindiana@gmail.com.

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CASE NUMBER 43C01-2305-EU-000071

Notice is given that on May 16, 2023, LARRY KOVAR and BERNICE KOVAR were appointed Personal Representatives of the Estate of NANETTE T. MIKULY, deceased, who died April 25, 2023.

All persons who have claims against this estate, whether or not now due, must file the claims with the Clerk of the Court within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or within nine (9) months after the decedent’s death, whichever is earlier, or the claims will be forever barred.

Dated at Warsaw, Indiana on May 16, 2023

Ann Torpy Clerk, Kosciusko Circuit Court

Paul A. Stoelting #15655-43

Attorney at Law

203 N. Huntington Street Syracuse, In 46567 (574) 457-2000 hspaxlp

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Notice is given that on March 14, 2023, Steven H. Staub Sr. and Sarah E. Cox were appointed Personal Representatives of the Estate of DAVID C. EDWARDS, deceased, who died February 13, 2023.

All persons who have claims against this estate, whether or not now due, must file the claims with the Clerk of the Court within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or within nine (9) months after the decedent’s death, whichever is earlier, or the claims will be forever barred.

Dated at Warsaw, Indiana on March 14, 2023

Ann Torpy Clerk, Kosciusko Circuit Court

Paul A. Stoelting #15655-43

Attorney at Law

203 N. Huntington Street Syracuse, In 46567

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through the years. Many things have changed over the last 100 years, but one thing has remained the same: Camp Crosley’s dedication to providing an unparalleled camp experience. Donors for the renovations include Ball Brothers Foundation and Dekko Foundation, among others. The first day of camp is June 4. Fore more information, call (574) 834-2331 or visit campcrosley.org or facebook.com/ CampCrosleyYMCA.

Meeting Rescheduled:

The Kosciusko County Commissioners Meeting on Monday July 3rd, 2023 has been rescheduled to Wednesday July 5, 2023 at 9:00 a.m., due to the Holiday. hspaxlp

LEGAL NOTICE

The Kosciusko County Parks & Recreation Board meeting on June 15th, 2023 has been rescheduled to June 29th, 2023 at 1 p.m. in the Courtroom of the Courthouse, 100 W. Center St., Warsaw IN 46580. hspaxlp

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that the Town Council of the Town of Mentone, Indiana will hold a public hearing concerning the adoption of a proposed ordinance whereby certain current service rates, fees, and charges of the waterworks will be increased. All interested persons may be heard concerning such items.

Notice is further given that the hearing will be held on July 5, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in the Mentone Town Hall, Meeting Room located at 201 West Main Street, Mentone, IN 46539. After such hearing, which may be adjourned from time to time, the Town Council, after considering all testimony, may take final action on the ordinance or defer final action until a subsequent meeting.

A copy of the ordinance as introduced may be examined at the office of the Clerk-Treasurer. A copy of the proposed rates and charges follows:

ORDINANCE NO. 23-474

ORDINANCE AMENDING AND RESTATING ESTABLISHMENT OF RATES AND CHARGES FOR THE WATER UTILITY, AS AMENDED

An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 20-459 Establishing Rates and Charges for the use of and the service rendered by the water utility of the Town and other matters connected therewith.

WHEREAS, The Town of Mentone, Indiana (hereinafter “Town”) by its Town Council previously adopted and approved Ordinance 20-459 (passed and adopted on August 5, 2020) being an Ordinance for the use of and the service rendered by the water utility of the Town and other matters connected therewith; and WHEREAS, the Town of Mentone owns and operates a municipal waterworks utility and has determined it necessary to amend said Ordinance 20-459.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF MENTONE, STATE OF INDIANA THAT ORDINANCE 20-459 BE AND HEREBY IS, AMENDED AND RESTATED TO READ AS FOLLOWS: RATES AND CHARGES

Section 1. There shall be and there are hereby established for the use of and the service rendered by the water utility of the town, the following rates and charges, based on the use of water supplied by said waterworks system and to cover the cost of operation, maintenance, replacement, and debt service of said utility.

LEGAL NOTICE

The North Central Indiana Special Education Cooperative (Bremen Public Schools, Rochester Community Schools, Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation, Warsaw Community Schools, Wawasee Community Schools, Whitko School Corporation) hereby announces its intent to destroy confidential educational records, having been collected and maintained for the purpose of providing special education services through the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, and Indiana State Board of Education, Article 7, for all students whose year of birth is 1996 or before. All personally identifiable information regarding educational services will be destroyed, provided five years have passed since the student has exited the program. Any parent or former student wishing to review and/or receive copies of information prior to destruction should contact:

Taking an everyday object and making it beautiful

Artist Julie Kuhn lives on Lake Tippecanoe. It is there that she has been creating stainless steel utensils hand-wrapped with stainless steel wire and gemstones and specialty glass. “I have been making my beaded utensils since 2012 and I really love sharing what I make with others.

“Functional art is a phrase that best describes my work. It is useful, durable, beautiful and designed to be used on a regular, if not daily basis,” said Kuhn.

After graduating from high school in Niles, Mich., Kuhn went on to study at Eastern Michigan University, where she earned a degree in occupational therapy, which focuses on quality of life and increasing one’s ability to perform activities in the course of a day.

“OT is a blend of art and science. By design, most of my utensils are easier to grasp because the handles are built up with beads. I have a lot of fun each time I create a new ‘Kuhn Spoon’ and I smile when I use them. That is what I hope to achieve when someone buys my art,” said Kuhn.

The process Kuhn uses to create her art begins with the selection of high quality, stainless steel utensils, gemstones and specialty glass beads. “The stones and beads are drilled and my wire goes through the beads. Using a continuous

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length of stainless steel wire with a gauge typically of 20 and 22, I wrap the stones securely onto the utensils. I do not use glue to attach the beads,” said Kuhn. Among the utensils she sells are long-handled iced tea spoons, pickle forks, buffet sets, olive spoons, cheeseball spreaders, serving spoons and forks, coffee scoops and salad sets.

Around The Lakes

SHOWN ABOVE is another historical photo from Linda Neff’s collection. Note the number of horses it took to pull the thresher through the field.

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“The bead size and style vary depending on the size of the utensil and the desired look,” said Kuhn. She uses jasper, agate, amethyst, onyx, coral, golden pyrite, goldstone, marble, jade and specialized glass beads from the Czech Republic.

“The beauty of the beads I choose balances the functional purpose of stainless steel utensils.”

Word of Truth to hold fifth community block party June 10

Word of Truth Ministries will hold its fifth communitywide block party 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 10, on the grass lot between the north wall of the Dollar General store and West Catherine Street in downtown Milford.

The event is free and open to the public.

The party includes hot dogs, chips, ice cream and drinks. Activities include face painting, kids and family games, giveaways and

a bounce house.

“We will distribute numbered tickets and draw for giveaways all day,” said Mike Kelley, pastor of Word of Truth Ministries, 210 E. Catherine St., Milford. “We have at least 40 prizes, including a $100 gift card from Lance’s in Syracuse, several Culver gift cards and a gift card for Texas Roadhouse.”

Live music will be provided by the Sisters in Christ singers and the Adult Teen Challenge choir.

Members of Elkhart-based Adult Teen Challenge Northern Indi-

Calvary UMC to host free community dinner

Calvary United Methodist Church, 801 S. Huntington St., Syracuse, will host a free community dinner from 5:30-7 p.m. Friday, June 9. The meals will be available for dine-in or drive-thru pickup.

The dinner is sponsored by the church’s women’s group, Hannah Circle, as an outreach ministry to

the hungry in the Syracuse area community. The dinners are held the second Friday of each month. The next dinner will be July 14. For more information, call the church at (574) 457-3778 or visit facebook.com/syracusecalvary.

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People’s Bible Church to host VBS June 12-16

People’s Bible Church will host its vacation Bible school from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Monday-Friday, June 12-16. Classes are open to 5-12 year olds.

The school’s theme will be, “Jesus, my Savior and Friend,” based on a curriculum by Child’s Evangelism Ministries. There is no cost for participa-

tion and materials and snacks will be provided by the church. The church will also host a picnic at 6 p.m. Sunday, June 18.

The public is invited.

For more information, visit peoplesbiblechurchchurch. com or call (574) 642-3884. The church is located at 68074 US 33, Goshen.

NORTH WEBSTER Community Center has partnered with Science Central in Fort Wayne to bring “Science in the Summer Scientist Camp.” The theme for this summer’s camp is “Be a Physicist!” They will explore the duties of three different physicists, completing activities related to the field.

The first session is full, but spots are still open for fourth through sixth graders on June 26, 28 and 30, and for second through sixth graders on July 10, 12 and 14. Spaces are limited. Registration can be found at nwcommunitycenter.org/events.

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THE SYRACUSE-WAWASEE Historical Museum’s Youth History Club will meet at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 8. The museum is located inside the Syracuse Community Center, 1013 N. Long Drive. For more information, call (574) 457-3599, or stop by the museum, which is open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

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REGISTRATION IS now open for North Webster United Methodist Church’s summer AWANA camp. The camp will take place from 9-11:30 a.m. July 10-13 at the church, 7822 E. Epworth Forest Road, North Webster. The free camp is open to kids who have just completed kindergarten through fifth grade. Each day will include a Bible class, activities, arts, music and lunch, which will be served at 11:05 a.m. To sign up, go to northwebsterumc.org/ awana and click on the registration link. For further information, call the church at (574) 834-2871.

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MARY GERARD has opened a new business in Syracuse. Trippie Little Hippies, 801 N. Huntington St., Suite 1, features vintage goods from the 1960s and ‘70s, including clothing, purses and home decor. The store also is featuring the work of local artists. If you’re looking for something unique for a gift, check them out. The store is open noon to 8 p.m. Wednesday and Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.

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“Life is Better in North Webster” is the theme for this year’s festival. Lions Club President Mark Lawson said the club started out with 25 themes before narrowing it down to five before the final theme was chosen. The first scheduled event will be North Webster United Methodist Church’s Strawberry Festival from 4:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, June 21. —o—

IT’S NOT too late to get your kids signed up for Camp Create at Made on Main in Milford. The camp is held six days over the course of two weeks from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The camp for kids ages 5-9 years began this week while the session for older kids will be June 20-29. It is not necessary for kids to attend all six days, For more information about the sessions or to register, visit madeonmain.fun/ camp-create. —o—

LOOKING FOR a way to stay in shape but don’t want to be stuck inside in a gym?

The Syracuse Parks Department is holding Yoga in the Park. Lauren Melvan will lead an hourlong class in Hatha yoga 6-7 p.m. Monday and Wednesdays. Norma Monik will have a class at 9 a.m. Tuesdays while Natalie Smeltzer will lead a class at 10 a.m. Thursdays. The classes will be held by the gazebo in Lakeside Park. All levels from beginners to advanced are welcome. There is a fee for the classes. For more information, contact Melvan at (708) 269-2132.

ana will share testimonies and encouraging messages. Several area ministries will staff informational tables.

Kelley said, “Our view in purpose is to reach lost souls and bless the community here. We want to help them find salvation with His help.”

He said the best way to prepare for a fun and meaningful time is “to feel welcome to come. Just join in and enjoy the day. Experience the fellowship and get to know others you haven’t met. Enjoy the presence and the love of the Lord Jesus Christ. That’s all we re here for; we’re not here to specifically build our congregation.

“This can be an opportunity for potential of growth, not just for Word of Truth, but for other congregations in the community.”

Kelley said one goal of the block party is to “offer an opportunity to others in our community who are struggling with addiction, whether it is drugs, alcohol, anxiety or other issues in the huge list of things that really bind people’s lives.

“We invite the community to come and join in and just hear the options that are available to anyone who is struggling. And we hope it can be a resource for those who are not struggling to have tools to be able to share with others.

“Our hope is to strengthen the community.”

Kelley also wants to encourage people to see their own success.

“Success is not always in receiving the expected outcome but seeing the continued steps that will lead to that outcome,” he said.

For more information, visit Mike Kelley’s Facebook page.

IT’S TIME once again for The Papers Inc.’s annual American Red Cross Blood Drive. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, June 15, inside the Milford Community Building, 111 S. Main St. The public is invited and welcome to participate. Walk-ins are accepted, but you can also reserve a specific time to expedite the process. Call (800) RED CROSS (733-3767), go to redcrossblood.org or call Kathy Bartman at The Papers, (574) 658-4111, ext. 2386, to schedule your blood donation appointment. Once again, The Papers will be giving away four $25 gas cards as part of the blood drive. Everyone who gives blood will have their name put in the drawing for one of the cards.

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OAKWOOD RESORT will be launching its tour boat at 7 p.m. every Friday and Saturday throughout the summer. Come aboard for a nearly hour-long boat tour around beautiful Lake Wawasee. The cost is $10 per person. Private boat tours also are available for $300. For more information, call (574) 457-7100.

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THE WAUBEE Lake Kayak Poker Run will take place this Saturday, June 10. Sign up will take place the day of the event with anchors up around 11 a.m. Everyone is invited to join in with their kayak, canoe, paddleboat, float or pontoon. The cost is $15 per person or $20 per couple. Proceeds will benefit the Waubee Lake Fourth of July fireworks display, which will take place along with a “glow float” Monday, July 3. Participants also will have an opportunity to win a kayak. —o—

THE MERMAID Festival is fast approaching, from June 21-24. The first event, however, is the Shoop Sports and Youth Foundation Tournament of Champions. Check-in is at 7:15 a.m. and discussion of rules is at 7:40 a.m. The competition begins promptly at 8 a.m. It will take place at North Webster Elementary School.

“Summer has bloomed at SPEC,” said Nancy Gray, director of Senior Primelife Enrichment Center in North Webster. “The Dablers came in and ‘did their thing.’ Just look at our beautiful June tree; it is my favorite, I think. Thank you, Kay and Jack, for your dedication and faithful service to our senior center.

“A couple of dates to save on your June calendar. Our monthly euchre tournament will be held at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, June 15. Get here early to get your seat. The casino trip is scheduled for June 19 to the newly opened South Bend casino. The bus is half-full already so call and get your reservation. The bus leaves the parking lot at 8:30 a.m. Call (574) 833-1600, ext. 224, for more information.

“We have new things coming in to our thrift shop every day. It is located outside our door with all items donated mostly by seniors who are downsizing. Come in and check the summer lunch menu here. You can call Merita at (574) 834-1193 for more information.”

MILFORD CHAPEL is holding a free Summer Kids Club on Wednesdays throughout the summer, from June 14 through Aug. 9. The program will take place from 7:30-9 p.m. each Wednesday at the church, 321 E. Beer Road, Milford. IT will include stories, crafts games and dinner. For further information, contact the church at (574) 658-9618 or milfordchapelchurch@gmail.com.