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A trail along SR 13, from Grandview Drive, Syracuse, to Wawasee Middle School, is the next project for the Syracuse-Wawasee Trails committee. The cost is estimated at $3.1 million. The trail will be approximately 2.5 miles in length. The announcement was made during the committee’s second annual fundraiser, “Life Is Better On The Trail,” held Thursday evening, Sept. 1, at Blue Barn Berry Farm, Syracuse.“Thecommittee made a final decision,” stated Erlene Yentes, executive director, after giving a history of the committee and the feasibility study process. That study, which took six months to complete, looked at 12-plus miles of expansion connecting the community to schools, neighborhoods, parks and around theNamedlakes. Wawasee South, the project will be one leg connecting Syracuse to North Webster. A group of individuals, led by Dan Thystrup, North Webster town councilman, has already begun its fundraising efforts to develop a trail from North Webster to Wawasee Middle School. “It was a tough decision,” Yentes said. “We felt it was a good move to continue to Wawasee Middle School … only school not connected (by the trails).” She stated the committee has not forgotten about the lake area and conversations with the county highway department are being held. Such areas as additional striping along the roadways are being“Weconsidered.willstill look at the side section. Once we get into the design phase with more specific information we will have community involvement meetings,” Yentes said. Estimated project costs were presented. Estimated construction costs are over $2.6 million, as it is expected the project will not start until 2026. The cost included estimated inflation costs of $50,000 and a 25% contingency at $500,000. An additional $500,000 was added for design costs. Yentes spoke about various grants and what costs would not Continued on

The ﬁrst program, held Thursday, Sept. 1, evening at the Syracuse Community Center, featured Kosciusko County Surveyor, Mike Kissinger, who shared his knowledge and history of how Thomas Jefferson initiated the public land survey system in 1780, and how Indiana land was mapped and surveyed northward from the Ohio River. Surveyors reached the Wabash River by the mid-1820s with Indian land remaining north of there. The 1826 Treaty of Mississinewa resulted in the Miami and Potawatomi Tribes ceding land north of the Wabash River to the United States. The treaty also established several Indian reservations, “Community roots,” the public’s chosen name for the lot behind Syracuse Public Library, has received donations. SPL raised $2,113 from the online basket auction and cash donations. These funds, paired with a $16,000 federal grant, are helping the library purchase a shed, a pavilion, three adults picnic benches, two children’s picnic benches and a portableCurrently,projector.SPL is working closely with Arkos Design, Mishawaka, to get the project rolling with the necessary permits and other nuts and bolts steps. “We are getting close to getting the permits,” said Kim Blaha, library director. “We have to get a state permit for the pavilion, since it is public use.” Once the permitting stage is complete, SPL hopes to hit the ground running to get “community roots” ready for the community’s enjoyment and future programming.

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Milford approves annexation and moves ahead with HELP projects

Milford Town Council held a lengthy special meeting Wednesday, Aug. 31, which will likely have a lasting impact on the town’s future.First, members voted to annex the remainder of North Park subdivision property into the town limits. Second, a consultant was hired to commence plans for a trail connecting Milford with Waubee Lake.Third, members chose to direct roughly $210,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funds toward the replacement of water meters and a study on the improvement of streets, sidewalks and public facilities in the downtown area. The annexation includes phase 3 of North Park subdivision and a tract of undeveloped land known as the Zimmerman property into the Milford corporate limits. Doug and Ann Strycker, who own property just to the east of the annexation area, asked if their easement would be affected. Doug also asked if the area would be zoned for housing or industry. Town Attorney Jay Rigdon said annexation would not change the easement. Council President Doug Ruch responded there was a “growing sense” the area may see residential development. ClerkTreasurer Tricia Gall added that annexation does not give the town ownership, and such decisions would be primarily up to the landowner.The council then voted to enter into an agreement with USI Consultants to oversee the effort to connect downtown Milford with Waubee Lake Park via a bike/ walking trail for a fee of $275,000. This will cover preliminary engineering and right of way plans. The remainder of the meeting was spent hearing presentations from local representatives of four committees and Amy Roe, Kosciusko County community coordinator, charged with overseeing the Hoosier Enduring Legacy Program grants associated with American Rescue Plan Act funds. The amount, including the town of Milford’s match, is roughly $210,000. Milford, which is one of ﬁve Kosciusko County towns taking part in HELP, must have a prioritized list ready for Next Level funding

Public hearing Monday for proposed sewer rates

The Tippecanoe & Chapman Regional Sewer District will hold two public meetings Monday, Sept. 12. The regular monthly meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m., followed by a public hearing on the proposed rates. Both meetings will be held in the Celebration Room of the North Webster Community Center.

Chautauqua-Wawasee and Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum joined together to offer three programs exploring local history for the period from the 1750s to the 1850s. The programs were in support of Archaeology Month. All programs were free to attend.

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“We are so grateful to you and our community for coming alongside the library as we move forward with this project,”

Chautauqua’s annual local history series another success Syracuse Public Library’s ‘community roots’ project receives local support

The project started in January when a house was demolished behind the library. The public named the project by voting online. This project is also made possible by a grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, administered by the Indiana State Library.

Next trail project announced, $3.1 million price tag

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Next trail be covered by grants. Grant applications and research have already begun by Beth Johnson, USI Consultants, Indianapolis, as well as with local organizations.Yentes reminded guests that while everyone was excited when the Conklin Bay trail was completed, it was “five years in the making before ground was broken … raising fund events to build Wawasee South to eventually be able to connect with North Webster.” The feasibility study began after the completion of the Conklin Bay project in 2020. “We wanted to know how we can get around the rest of Lake Wawasee and fulfill our mission. That’s what kicked off our feasibility study,” she said. The study took six months to complete, followed by a community meeting the first of theTheyear.objective of the study was for expansion and connection of the trails to the current system. The study included 12-plus miles of trail development, doubling the current trail system. It breaks down various projects into smaller segments individually or a bigger picture, depending on Additionallyfunding. she stressed the committee is nonprofit and relies on public support. The annual fundraiser did raise close to $4,000 on 13 silent auction items and close to $2,500 on four live auction items. Additionally donations of $10,550 wereThereceived.fundraiser evening included music by Clark Family Entertainment, heavy appetizers and a cash bar. from page 1

• Dolgencorp LLC, doing business as Dollar General Store No. 20445, 4739 N. SR 13, Leesburg. Beer and wine dealer — grocery store. The local ATC board’s next meeting will be held at the Kosciusko County Courthouse at 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 6. After a low-key August, children’s programming is resuming at the Syracuse Public Library. A brand-new program, Monday Funday, makes its debut at 4 p.m., Sept. 12, and will occur every Monday during the fall, excluding Nov. 21. Tweens and older children will complete different challenges each time, with Sept. 12’s being a LEGO building contest. September’s other sessions are break a Guinness World Record, Sept. 19, and a taste test, Sept. 26.

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The Kosciusko County Alcohol and Tobacco Commission approved two renewals in the area.• Dolgencorp LLC, doing business as Dollar General Store No. 19834, 8919 E. Black Point Road, Syracuse. Beer and wine dealer — grocery store.

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Children’s programming resumes

Continued from page 1 perfect for the outdoor program held at Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation enabling a record turnout. Some of the six different exhibits and activities included:

The library’s long-running home-school program returns at 10:30 a.m. each Wednesday from Sept. 14 to Dec. 7, excluding Nov. 23. Children will learn about a variety of subjects, starting with cloud formations. While children attend class, their adults are encouraged to network with other home-schooling families and share helpful Meanwhile,resources.younger children can enjoy stories and play during Storytime at 10:30 a.m. each Wednesday, starting Sept. 14 Milford approves meeting with the Ofﬁce of Community and Rural Affairs on Sept. 9. Those committees presenting were Strengthening Local Economies, composed of The Gingerich Group owner Scott Gingerich and Made on Main owner Angela Deak; Promoting Community Wellness, with Karena Wilkinson, manager of Harvest Coffee, and Steven Marquart, street, water and parks superintendent; Enhancing Quality of Place, with Ken Long, Wawasee High School welding teacher and Milford Town Council member, and Doreen Ruch, co-owner of Ruch Service; and Advancing E-Connectivity, with Phil Huffman, Wawasee Community School Corporation technology director, and Mark Grady, New Paris Telephone company manager. After hearing detailed presentations from each committee, the Continued from page 1 Syracuse Public Library’s saidSheBlaha.said the project “will be great” and hopes the project is done by the end of October, tentatively, or “hopefully” at least by the end of the year. Next year, she said the library hopes to add other amenities. To make a donation, stop by the library at 115 E. Main St., Syracuse.

• Mike Hudson, dressed as a pioneer settler, relayed information about pioneer life in 1825-1850.

• The always popular Jeff Mesaros was on hand demonstrating his ﬂintknapping skills and technique.

Chautauqua’s annual including Papakeechie’s Reserve in the area. Surveying continued around these reserves. Kissinger’s presentation included old surveyor’s journals and maps showing the location of natural landmarks, original lake names, Indian trails, and “forgotten” schools. The presentation was to an overﬂow audience of 55 regional people. Kissinger indicated copies of all of the historical maps used are available in the Kosciusko County Surveyor’s Ofﬁce or the SyracuseWawasee Historical Museum. After the program concluded, many visited with the presenter asking questions and sharing their own personal knowledge of interesting local lakes areaFriday,history.Sept. 2, evening’s program was presented by Jim Hossler who read and shared information from Richard Stone’s Journal from the period 1827 to 1842. In April 1827, Richard Stone and his family arrived after nearly a month long (winter) journey from Philadelphia and settled near the junction of what is now US 33 and SR 5. He and his family set up a tavern for travelers and traders to stop along their way from Fort Wayne and Goshen. Hossler relayed that the mail carrier took three weeks for the round trip between Goshen and Fort Wayne … talk about slow mail! Hossler shared stories about that period including one about Thanksgiving; it was typically celebrated as four days, not just one. He recounted Interactions with local native Americans as well. The presentation was followed with a vibrant question and answer session. Approximately 49 people attended.Saturday’s, Sept. 3, weather was

• Joe Zdziebko, dressed as a 1750s French Marine, held an audience spellbound with stories of weapons, furs, maps and old sayings that are still used today.

council chose to focus on projects meeting the criteria and timeline of ARPA funding. Also, Econnectivity will likely be taken up at the county level, so it was removed from strictly local considerations.Theychose the replacement of water meters, a problem plaguing Milford water infrastructure in recent years, and a “streetscape” study, which would plan improvements of sidewalks, lighting and other amenities in downtown Milford, including a pavilion similar to one in Nappanee used for downtown events. Long said the importance of the pavilion was strengthened in his mind after seeing the crowds attending recent Meet Milford Food Truck Friday events. Roe noted the committees should continue filling out their worksheets for additional projects, which could pick up funding down the line from K21 and other entities. Other projects included a “pocket park” in Milford at the head of the planned Waubee Lake Park Trail, downtown beautification of buildings and sidewalks, a crosswalk on Main Street, a health and wellness facility and much more. Roe commended the Milford representatives for going “above and beyond” in their work, and added the town got “high marks” from OCRA and the educational facilitators with HELP. “They actually care about their communities,” she said. The council also voted to place the town’s used International dump truck up for auction at Polk Auction with a reserve price of $55,000. in the children’s department downstairs. Children librarian Megan Daumen will share several great stories, and then afterward there will be a craft or coloring. Adult Book Club Meets The Adult Book Club has been reading “Let’s Pretend This Never Happened (A Mostly True Memoir)” by Jenny Lawson in September, tying into Banned Book Week, Sept. 18-24. In this memoir, Lawson takes readers on a hilarious journey, recalling her bizarre upbringing in rural Texas, her devastatingly awkward high school years, and her relationship with her long-suffering husband, Victor. Copies are still available at the Syracuse Public Library. E-book and audiobook lovers can find digital copies of the book on Libby. The group will have a Zoom discussion at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 13. The in-person discussion will follow at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 15. Contact Becky Brower at bbrower@syracuse.lib.in.us or (574) 457-3022 for more details or to receive a Zoom invitation. Join The Workshop Do you love to write? Or have you always wanted to get started? Join the Syracuse Public Library’s adult writing group, The Workshop, at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 17, in the downstairs meeting room. Come share your own writing or simply listen to what others are sharing. The group welcomes writers at all stages of their writing journey.

• Dan Lima, portraying a captain in the French militia, was seated on the ground surrounded by historical artifacts. He told many stories including how the cultural differences between native Americans who were hunters, and white settlers who were farmers, created communication issues and conﬂict.

• Michelle Edington and Alex Valentine,who ﬁlled in for Jim Bickel, were on hand examining old artifacts the public brought seeking identiﬁcation and how they were used.

• Another popular activity was Museum Director Jamie Clemons who demonstrated a tool called “atlatl” which uses leverage to achieve greater velocity in dart or spearthrowing. Many attendees tried their hand using the tool to throw spears. Indiana Archaeology Month programs presented by ChautauquaWawasee and the Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum covering various aspects of Northeastern Indiana history were well received. Program suggestions from those in attendance were appreciated, and planning is underway for next year’s Labor Day event, Aug. 31 - Sept. 2, 2023.

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Mac Allen Moody, 74, Warsaw, passed away at 11:27 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. He was born the son of Archie and Gladys (Stahly) Moody on March 13, 1948, in Chicago Heights, Ill. He is survived by his son, Scott (Melanie) Moody of Warsaw; Scott’s mother, Sharon Evans; three grandchildren, Alexandria Moody, Samuel Moody and Kyle Moody, all of Warsaw; ﬁve siblings, Tom (Cathy) Moody of Milford, Mary Helmuth of Milford, Sally Moorehead of Milford, Dave (Gloria) Moody of Milford, and Jack (Laura) Moody of Oswego; along with numerous nieces and nephews. He retired from Dalton Foundries in Warsaw after 47 years of faithful service. Mac loved hunting, ﬁshing, keeping his yard well cut and most importantly, spending time with his family. Family and friends will gather for a celebration of Mac’s life from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 7, at Mishler Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 461 W. 900N, Milford. Memorial contributions may be given in Mac’s honor to the Kosciusko County Cancer Care Fund at The Help Center, 1515 Provident Drive, Suite 130, Warsaw, IN 46580. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family online at mishlerfhcc.com.

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North Webster Elementary School will be hosting its 10th annual PTO walkathon Friday, Sept. 16. This year’s theme is “Showing Up Matters” to go along with this year’s schoolwide theme. All funds raised by students will be used to fund the various programs the PTO implements to support and encourage the students and staff at NWES. These programs provide supplemental funding for classroom supplies, playground improvements, the school library, ﬁeld trips and more.

During the walkathon, students will walk with their class around the paved trail and stop at various activity stations along the way. If students reach their schoolwide goal, each student will get a chance to dunk a staff member in a dunk tank to close out the walkathon activities that day. Every student will be given a Warrior Walkathon T-shirt and has the opportunity to earn more prizes.

BirthsTheodore E. Corrao Theodore E. Corrao, 76, rural Pierceton, died Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, at his home on RidingerArrangementsLake. are currently pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, Syracuse.

Having moved to Nappanee in 1971 after Larry graduated from the Indiana College of Mortuary Science, Larry and Linda stayed local until moving to Delphi in 1976, where they owned Thompson Funeral Home until returning to this community in 1983. Upon returning, they joined forces with Carl and Wavy Yoder, and in 1984, became owners of what is now called Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home. They had been the sole owners since 1984, until this year, when their son Patrick and daughterin-law Jen joined in that ownership to continue the legacy.

Big Brothers Big Sisters to hold beneﬁt Oct. 11

Antique outboard motor show Sept. 17

The fall antique outboard motor show and swap meet will be held Saturday, Sept. 17, in North Webster. The show will be at the community park, next to the Dixie tour boat dock on the north shore of Webster Lake. Several hundred antique outboard motor restorers, historians, collectors and enthusiasts from across the Midwest and Canada will gather in the park for a day of activities related to their hobby. The public is invited. There is no admission charge.Events include an exhibition of recent restoration projects, serious swapping of parts and literature and running the oldtime boat motors on the lake. Club members invite area owners of old outboard motors to attend the meet for a free evaluation of their old motors. Many motors are bought, sold and evaluated throughout the day. The swapping area includes all types of parts, literature, related accessories and many antique motors. The National Antique Outboard Motor Club, with over 3,000 members, classiﬁes an antique outboard motor as being manufactured before 1950 and a classic outboard motor as over 30 years old (prior to 1992). The meet starts at approximately 10 a.m. and usually runs to mid-afternoon. Many participants stay late in the day, if the weather is nice, and they are able to run their antique motors on the lake. For more information, contact meet organizer Dave Tranter at (260) 213-1945 or jdtranter@ kcaccess.com.

Ted Gillem, 68, Milford, passed away Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, at his home. He was born June 9, 1954, in Kalamazoo, Mich., to Vernon and Donna (Austin) Gillem. He was a U.S. Army National Guard veteran. He worked as a computer programmer at Maple Leaf Farms for 15 years. He loved the Lord and was very active in his church, New Beginnings Assembly of God in Nappanee.

Big Brothers Big Sisters serving Kosciusko County will hold its ninth annual Big Celebration on Tuesday, Oct. 11, at Warsaw Community Church, 1855 S. County Farm Road. This dinner will beneﬁt the organization’s mission to help local children reach their potential through professionally supported one-to-one mentor relationships. A reception and silent auction will take place at 5:30 p.m. with dinner and a program to follow at 6:45 p.m. Guests will be treated to a fashion show starring Bigs, Littles and children on the waiting list to be matched with a mentor, with a grand prize giveaway to Thefollow.major event of the night will be the Charles D. Smith Award. Established in 2015 and named in honor of its inaugural recipient, this accolade recognizes those who demonstrate passionate volunteerism, strong community leadership and a lifelong commitment to serving others. There is no fee to attend the celebration, but guests may donate to the program if inspired and are encouraged to contribute a gift of $75. Gifts made that evening will be entered to win a grand prize. “Every donation counts,” said Kosciusko’s Community Development Director Tammy Smith. “Whether you donate your time or your money, the generosity of our guests will ensure a bigger and brighter future for children living in Kosciusko County.” People may reserve seats by contacting Smith at (574) 3062178 or tammy.smith@bbbsnei. org. 9/11 plannedceremonies

He is survived by his wife, Martha Gillem. Also surviving are three daughters, Mandy, Mercedes and Julia; three sons, Ray, Isaac and Felix; 16 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; four brothers, Pat, Shawn, James and Timothy; one sister, Shannon; and many nieces and of life will be held at a later date. Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse, is handling arrangements.

Blayze Richard Sharp Virgil and Christa Sharp, Milford, are the parents of a son, Blayze Richard, born at 4:38 p.m. Sept. 1, 2022, at Goshen Hospital. He weighed 6 pounds, 14.4 ounces, and was 19 inches long.

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The local business sponsors are: Maverick Promotions, Bayview Appraisals, North Webster Elementary PTO, Pro Wake Water Sports and Surf Shop, Ousley Seawall Construction, Ace Hardware of North Webster, Loose Moose Motorsports, Main Street Coffee Co., Real Reputation, White Oaks Construction, Bart’s Water Sports, Carey Excavation Inc., North Webster Lions Club, Davidsen’s Pier Service and Sales, Dixie Sternwheeler Inc, Indiana Farm Bureau InsuranceJeff Atwood, K&R Cleaning Co., Lakeland Youth Center and North Webster Community Center. If you are a parent or friend of a NWES student and would like to assist on walkathon day, email northwebsterpto@gmail.com for more information. A school background check must be completed ahead of Donationstime.can be sent to PTO Walkathon, North Webster Elementary PTO, 5745 N. CR 750E, North Webster, IN 46555. Donors may specify a student or general donation in the memo line of a check.

Larry and Linda have done so much for this community and have a longstanding relationship with the Nappanee Apple Festival. Larry was mayor of Nappanee from 1996-2016, where he shared with others how special this community is, secured new industrial space for future growth and helped traverse the difﬁculties brought by the devastating tornado that hit Nappanee in Beyond2007. being mayor, Larry is a past president and current member of the Nappanee Noon Kiwanis; former park board member; former WaNee School board president; and member and former member of the Nappanee Fire Department, where he served for tenLindayears.is a past president and current honorary active member of Psi Iota Xi Sorority — Eta Zeta chapter of Nappanee where she volunteers countless hours each year raising money for the community. She also volunteers at the Elder Haus, Nappanee Apple Festival and Home and Garden Club.

Mac Allen Moody Retired From Dalton Foundries

NWES walkathonhostingSept. 16

Wawasee American Legion Post 223 will be conducting a POW/MIA ceremony and 9/11 ceremony Sunday, Sept. 11. The POW/MIA ceremony will begin at 5 p.m. at the American Legion Post, 1008 S. Huntington St.,TheSyracuse.9/11ceremony will take place at 6 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Park, across from the Syracuse Town Hall, on SR 13.

Thompsons named Nappanee Apple Festival grand marshals

The Nappanee Apple Festival has awarded the grand marshal position to Larry and Linda Thompson. The Apple Festival will take place Sept. 15-18. Larry and Linda Thompson, high school sweethearts and graduates of Northwood High School, have been true leaders and beacons of light in the Nappanee/Wakarusa community. Both grew up in the community — Larry in Wakarusa and Linda in MarriedNappanee.in 1971, Larry and Linda have two children, Tara and Patrick; six grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. When not working and spending time with their grandchildren and great-grandchild, they enjoy volunteering in the community. Larry golfs and Linda loves gardening, crafting and cooking/baking for family and friends.

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David M. Eppert, 43, 612 W. Boston St., Syracuse, is charged with resisting law enforcement with a vehicle, a Level 6 felony; resisting law enforcement and driving while suspended prior, both Class A misdemeanors; leaving the scene of an accident, a Class B misdemeanor; and reckless driving, a Class C misdemeanor.Jacqueline R. Richard, 38, 11605 W. 200S, Pierceton, is charged with assisting a criminal, a Level 5 felony; and false informing, a Class B misdemeanor.

On July 14, an Indiana State Police trooper noticed a pickup truck traveling south on SR 13 that had expired plates. As the trooper attempted to pull the pickup truck over, a vehicle pursuitAccordingensued. to court documents, the pursuit went from North Webster to southeast of Wilmot in Noble County. During the pursuit, the vehicle’s driver drove recklessly, driving left of center around curves and over hills, all while speeding. The driver also ran over a stop sign and hit a utility pole during the pursuit.

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

The following people were booked in Kosciusko County Jail: Sept. 1 — Amanda Mae Lent, 39, 700 N. Harrison St., Syracuse, booked for possession of hypodermic syringe or needle, possession of methamphetamine, possession of paraphernalia and theft. Bond: $5,250 surety cash. Aug. 31 — Maria Francisca Gonzales, 30, 312 E. Syracuse St., Milford, booked for operating a vehicle without ever obtaining a license. No bond listed. Aug. 31 — Robert Edward Hurley, 63, 100 E. Main St. 1/2, Syracuse, booked for felony parole violation. No bond. Aug. 30 — Lonnie L. Sroufe, 47, 221 N. Main St., North Webster, booked for invasion of privacy. Bond: $1,500 cash. Aug. 30 — Jessie Lee Graff, 34, 203 E. Van Buren St., Leesburg, booked for a foreign warrant. No bond.Aug. 29 — Christopher Ryan Doty, 29, 612 E. Miami Drive, Syracuse, booked for nonsupport of a dependent. Bond: $15,000 cash. Elkhart County The following people were booked in Elkhart County Jail: Aug. 28 — Gerald R. Hastings, 57, 71 EMS D24B Lane, Syracuse, booked for operating a vehicle while intoxicated – endangerment. Bond: $1,500. Aug. 26 — Roy Lee Allen, 44, 4638 E. 650N, Leesburg, booked for possession of methamphetamine, possession of cocaine or narcotic drug, possession of schedule I, II, III, IV, V controlled substance and possession of marijuana/hash oil/hashish/salvia. No bond listed. Noble County

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Two arrested after vehicle pursuit

Incident 12:31 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 4, 100 block of East Backwater Road/SR 13 North, North Webster. A ﬁrearm was turned over to the North Webster Police Department. Syracuse Ofﬁcers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following accident and incidents and made the following arrest: Accident 2:54 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25, North Huntington Street, south of West High Street, Syracuse. Drivers: Patrick R. Czahor, 19, North SR 39, Winamac; and Miles J. Malstaff, 42, East Epworth Forest Road, North Webster. Czahor was turning south onto North Huntington Street when he rearended Malstaff’s vehicle. Damage under $750. Incidents 12:43 p.m. Monday, Sept. 5, 500 block Turtle Bay Drive, Syracuse. Police investigated a report of battery.7:03a.m.

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Sandberg-Islas Blake Sandberg, 33, Union, Mich., and Jennelle Islas, 32, Syracuse. Hall-Leake Connor Martan Hall, 23, Syracuse, and Taliah Lorraine Leake, 24, Warsaw. Green-Stewart Cevan Joseph Green, 26, North Webster, and Sara Elizabeth Stewart, 30, Warsaw.

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The following couples have ﬁled for marriage dissolutions in the Kosciusko Superior and Circuit Courts: Beer — Brooks Beer, Milford, and Danielle L. Beer, no location listed. Married Nov. 21, 2015; separated Aug. 9, 2022. Two minor children.

The pursuit ended when the driver drove into a wooded area and fled on foot. Officers were unable to locate the driver at that time. pickupsearchingWhilethetruck, which was left running, the ISP trooper found an unlocked cellphone. On the cellphone’s screen, the trooper saw incoming Facebook messages from a woman who was warning the phone’s owner about officers. The trooper obtained a search warrant for the phone and determined its owner was Eppert. Eppert had an active warrant for dealing methamphetamine. A return from the Bureau of Motor Vehicles also showed that Eppert’s driver’s license was suspendedThroughprior.further investigation, officers were able to determine that Eppert lived at a location in Pierceton. It was also determined that Richard was one of the people who lived at the address.On July 19, the trooper conducted surveillance on the property and saw a man who appeared to match Eppert’s getsawtroopervehicle.getscriptionde-intoaThethenRichardintothedriver’s seat of the vehicle and take off. Officers followed the vehicle north on SR 13. At the intersection with Bowser Road, an ISP trooper saw a small child walking around in the vehicle’s rear cargo area. This led to the trooper pulling the vehicle over for a child restraint violation. Upon approaching the vehicle, the trooper saw four children in the vehicle and Eppert, who was lying in the vehicle’s rear passenger seat with a hood pulled up. When asked what was wrong with the man in the back seat, Richard allegedly said Eppert was sick and had been hitchhiking.The trooper told Richard that wasn’t true since he’d been traveling behind her on SR 13 since Epworth Forest Road.

The following person was booked in Noble County Jail: Aug. 26 — John C. Bradley III, 70, 672 S. Parkside Drive, Cromwell, possession of methamphetamine and possession of paraphernalia. Bond: $2,500.

The following infractions have been ﬁled in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Following too closely, unsafe lane movement, speeding, driving while suspended Ashley L. Hackworth, $260.50. Failure of occupant to use safety belt — Tina M. Hamman, Milford, $25. Operating a motor vehicle with a false plate — Stuart L. Lewallen, Syracuse, $160.

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White Cane Day collections support Lions vision projects DearForEditor:26years the Syracuse Lions Club has sponsored Labor Day and Memorial Day weekend White Cane Day collections in front of local businesses, this year at Neighborhood Fresh and Teghtmeyer Ace Hardware. Each year the residents of our community and our lake visitors have responded generously, and they did so again Saturday, Sept. 3, and Saturday, May 28. Proceeds support Lions vision service projects that benefit the people in our community. Funds raised are used to provide eyeglasses for children whose families cannot afford to purchase them. We also support the Indiana Lions Eye Bank, their corneal transplant program and surgical assistance grants; Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired, who provide services for visually impaired Wawasee Community School children; and Leader Dogs for the Blind. A new project in its eighth year is Syracuse Lions screening the vision of all first, third, fifth and eighth graders at Syracuse Elementary and Wawasee middle schools to relieve our school nurses of this statemandated responsibility.

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Monday, Sept. 5, 1000 block North Long Drive, Syracuse. Kimberly Walters reported her bike was stolen. The bicycle was later recovered and an arrest was4:40made.p.m. Thursday, Sept. 1, 200 block North Lake Street, Syracuse. Kendall R. Detar reported her 2011 Ford F-250 was rummaged through. A wallet, necklace, knife, credit cards, drivers license and change were stolen. Value of $545. 7:28 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 1, 100 block North Front Street, Syracuse. Jason Miller reported his vehicle was ransacked and a credit card was stolen. Over $1,000 was fraudulently charged. 3:09 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, 100 block North Front Street, Syracuse. Marilyn L Freiburger reported that her unlocked vehicle was rummaged through, but nothing was taken. 2:33 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, 400 block North Lake Street, Syracuse. Nicole A. Schwalm reported two vehicles were rummaged through, but nothing was taken. 2:25 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, 300 block of North Harrison Street, Syracuse. A woman reported two men were trying to break into her neighbor’s vehicle. 9:43 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30, officers investigated a runaway. 3:55 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26, 900 block South Huntington Street, Syracuse. Representatives for McDonald’s reported theft. 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 26, 700 block South Huntington Street, Syracuse. Rachel L. Whetstone reported criminal mischief to her vehicle.11:03 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25, 300 block South Front Street and East Chicago Street, Syracuse. Officers investigated a report of battery. Arrest 7:03 a.m. Monday, Sept. 5, 1000 block North Long Drive, Syracuse. Amanda Mae Lent, 39, 700 N. Harrison St., Syracuse, was arrested for theft, possession of methamphetamine, possession of a hypodermic needle and possession of paraphernalia. Bond: $5,250 surety and cash. Lent was observed on video taking a bicycle owned by Kimberly Walters without Walters’ permission. Upon searching Lent’s person, police found drug items and paraphernalia. Elkhart County Officers with the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident and incidents: Accident 4:11 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, US 33, north of CR 42. Drivers: Jason Brady, 42, Bryan, Ohio; and Shane Charles, 31, New Paris. Brady suffered a cut above the eye, but refused medical treatment. Charles complained of neck pain and was taken to Goshen Hospital. Brady went to pass several vehicles and collided with the Charles’ vehicle. He was given a citation for driving left of center causing bodily injury. Incidents 8:39 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30, 19000 block Industrial Drive, New Paris. Officials with Jay Transportation reported a 2022 Keystone Avalanche worth $74,000 was stolen. 8:39 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30, 19000 block Industrial Drive, New Paris. An employee with Jay Transportation reported someone took a 2022 Forest River GEO Pro worth11:14$30,000.a.m.Thursday, Aug. 25, 68000 block Clunette Street, New Paris. Margaret Ridenour reported fraudulent activity.

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Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents and incidents: Accidents 11:14 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 3, North Barbee Road west of EMS B71 Lane, Warsaw. Driver: Mark W. Wiggs, 43, North Ward Lane 2, North Webster. Wiggs’ vehicle ran off the roadway and hit a pole. He had a head laceration and complained of pain. He was taken to the hospital. Damage up to 5:45$25,000.p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, East CR 1200N, east of North Acorn Drive, Syracuse. Driver: Erin D. Berkeypile, 39, East Fox Run Drive, Syracuse. Berkeypile was traveling west on CR 1200N when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $2,500. Incidents 3:08 p.m. Monday, Sept. 5, 9800 block of East Chickadee Drive, Cromwell. A woman said a license plate was removed from her car. 1:48 p.m. Friday, Sept. 2, 5700 block of North CR 450E, Leesburg. Light fixtures were stolen. Value of $1,480.22. 4:38 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, 700 block of East Boydston Mill Drive, North Webster. A dog bite was6:20reported.p.m. Monday, Aug. 29, 11200 block North East Wawasee Drive, Syracuse. Representatives for NIPSCO reported a hit-andrun vehicle accident. Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following accident: Accident 4:24 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 24, North SR 15, near West CR 1350N, Milford. Drivers: William J. Menges, 43, Fenmore Avenue, Goshen; James M. Beer, 43, East Main Street Unit B209, Syracuse; and Scott A. Hultz, 59, South Johnson Street, Bluffton. Beer was traveling south and came to a complete stop to make a lefthand turn onto CR 1350N. While stopped, Beer’s vehicle was rearended by Menges’. Beer’s vehicle was then pushed into the northbound lane of SR 15, where he hit a trailer on Hultz’s vehicle. Beer complained of arm pain and believed his arm was possibly broken. He was taken to Goshen General Hospital. Damage up to $25,000. North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following accident and incident: Accident 4:41 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30, North Main Street, south of Epworth Forest Road, North Webster. Drivers: Betty V. Walston, 80, EMS T40A Lane, Leesburg; and Andrew B. Heintzelman, 37, North CR 1000W, Cromwell. Walston’s and Heintzelman’s vehicles collided. Damage up to $5,000.

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Freshman Football: Sept. 1 at home: DeKalb 28, Wawasee 12. Next game: 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, at home against Goshen. Freshman Girls Volleyball: Sept. 1 at home: Plymouth defeated Wawasee 25-18, 25-20. Next game: 5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, at Northridge against Northridge/DeKalb. ute left in the game, but McClintic was there to scoop up the ball. The Warriors were then able to stave off the Panthers in the final minute to complete the draw in what ended up being a very exciting game.This was a total team effort from the Warriors. Even though they did not win the game, they fought tooth-and-nail throughout the contest and were able to come back and tie the game at the finish. This Warrior team never quits and always believes they can win. You can hear the players encouraging each other on the field. That kind of attitude should continue to pay dividends for this team. The Warriors are now 5-2-1 on the season.Next game: 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, at home on the grass field against Lakeland.

On a sunny Friday night kicking off Labor Day weekend, the Warrior football team was fired up to take on Goshen. Goshen won the contest 28-18 on Friday, Sept. 2, but had to sweat it out until the end. The Warriors received the ball to start the game and were moving downfield, but fumbled the ball over to Goshen. Goshen junior running back Drew Elliott had several impressive runs and capped off the drive with an 11-yard touchdown run. The Warriors blocked the point after attempt and Goshen led 6-0 halfway through the firstWawaseequarter.proceeded to move the ball down the field again.

In the Aug. 31 edition of The Mail-Journal, the Wawasee Warrior Coed Unified Flag Football team was referred to as “Boys Unified Flag Football” in the weekly sports roundup results. Unified Flag Football is a coed sport. The Mail-Journal apologizes for the error.

Junior running back Brandon Kelly and senior running back Cameron Zimmerman were both effectively running the ball behind their offensive line. The Warriors couldn’t quite punch the ball into the end zone and had to settle for a 36-yard field goal attempt on fourth and 5. Wawasee senior kicker Tim Bolt just missed wide left. Wawasee stopped Goshen on a long drive to start the second quarter. Wawasee junior defensive lineman Hunter Kunish had a couple big tackles for loss for the Warriors. Wawasee was driving again, but a holding penalty on a Zimmerman run made it first and 19, and after an incomplete pass from senior quarterback Jaxon Brown to junior wide receiver Hunter Tinkey, Wawasee ended up punting the ball on fourth and 7. Goshen was driving again, but the Warrior defense held up well. Wawasee junior defensive back Lucas Linder defended a long pass attempt by Goshen senior quarterback Quinn Bechtel on the left side of the field to thwart a big play. After a Goshen punt, Wawasee just couldn’t quite get anything going on their next drive and punted the ball back to Goshen with 5:07 left in the second quarter.Bechtel completed a pass to Goshen senior receiver Noah Alford for a 17-yard touchdown. Bechtel then ran the ball into the end zone for the two-point conversion, making it 14-0 Goshen with 1:35 left in the second quarter.Goshen received the ball to start the second half and Wawasee senior defensive lineman Cameron Reyes hit Bechtel, resulting in a fumble and Wawasee recovery for a safety, making it 14-2, RedHawks. The Warriors were once again moving the ball downfield when Brown tossed an interception. Bechtel then threw the ball to Alford for a 42-yard touchdown, making it 21-2TheRedHawks.Warriors kept fighting and did not give up. Zimmerman ripped off an 81-yard touchdown run and Tinkey converted on the two-point conversion to make it 21-10 RedHawks. Wawasee stopped Goshen on their next drive. Zimmerman then sped down the sideline for a 28-yard touchdown run. A successful twopoint conversion run by Brown made it 21-18 RedHawks. Goshen marched the ball down the field and scored on a Bechtel quarterback keeper with 2:55 left in the game, making it 28-18 RedHawks. The Warriors tried to answer but fumbled the ball away with 2:30Goshenleft. senior quarterback Quinn Bechtel passed for 137 yards and two passing touchdowns. Goshen junior running back Drew Elliott ran for 129 yards and one touchdown. Bechtel ran for another score. Goshen senior wide receiver Noah Alford had six receptions for 95 yards and two touchdowns. Wawasee senior quarterback Jaxon Brown passed for 66 yards. Wawasee junior tight end Donovan Blair had four receptions for 36 yards. Wawasee senior running back Cameron Zimmerman ran for 134 yards and two touchdowns in what was a very impressive effort.Goshen junior defensive lineman Hampton Rivera had seven tackles. Wawasee junior defensive back Derek Bontrager had 7 1/2 tackles and senior linebacker Landen Alexander added 6 1/2 tackles. Next game: 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 9, at Plymouth High School.

Girls Golf: Sept. 1 at Black Squirrel: Northridge, 178; Goshen, 207; Wawasee, 224. Low medalist Karisa Dyer, Northwood, 44; Rylee Firestone, Wawasee, 47. Next match: 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 7, at Culver Academies. Girls Soccer: Sept. 3 at Goshen: Goshen 7, Wawasee 0. Next game: 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 7, at Central Noble. Girls Volleyball: Sept. 1 at home: Plymouth defeated Wawasee 2523, 25-19, 25-20. Next game: 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, at Goshen. Girls Cross Country: at Manchester Invitational: 16th, Wawasee. Wawasee finishers: 12th, Mia Hodgson, 20:36; 37th, Trinity LaJoice, 22:53; 78th, Abby Speicher, 25:45; 95th, Francie McDonald, 27:19; 98th, Heatherlynn Holder, 28:04; 103rd, America Benitez, 30:17. Next meet: 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, at Marian Invite. Boys Cross Country: Sept. 3 at Manchester Invitational: Winner, Penn; eighth, Wawasee. Wawasee finishers: 33rd, Hunter Allen, 18:59; 34th, Zachary Kryder, 19:00; 38th, Cade Beer, 19:07; 43rd, Senate Shaw, 19:16; 47th, Summit Shaw, 19:26. Next meet: 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, at Marian Invite. Boys Soccer: Aug. 30 at Mishawaka: Wawasee 2, Mishawaka 1. Sept. 3 vs. Kankakee: Wawasee 2, Kankakee 1. Sept. 3 vs. Logansport: Wawasee 2, Logansport 1. Sept. 6 vs. NorthWood: Wawasee 1, NorthWood 1. Next game: 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, at home on the grass field against Lakeland. Boys Tennis: Sept. 1 at Concord: Concord 4, Wawasee 1. Sept. 6 versus Goshen: Goshen 5, Wawasee 0. Next match: 5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, at Northridge. Junior Varsity Boys Soccer: Sept. 6 at home: NorthWood 2, Wawasee 0. Next game: 7:15 p.m. Monday, Sept. 12, at Bremen. Junior Varsity Girls Volleyball: Sept. 1 at home: Plymouth defeated Wawasee 25-10, 25-14. Next game: 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, at Goshen. Junior Varsity Boys Tennis: Sept. 1 at Concord: Wawasee 4, Concord 1. Next game: 5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, at Northridge. Junior Varsity Boys Football: Sept. 3 vs. Goshen: Wawasee 22, Goshen 0. Next game: 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, at home against Plymouth.

The Wawasee girls varsity volleyball team fell to Plymouth 2325, 19-25, 20-25 at home Thursday, Sept. 1. Senior setter Amanda Allen continued to set up her teammates with 23 assists. Junior defensive specialist Jolie Likens contributed with 10 digs. Sophomore pin hitter/defensive specialist Kenzie Hackleman was impressive with seven kills. Senior pin hitter Emma Siri also played well and contributed six kills.Senior defensive specialist Sarah Beer had three aces. Hackleman also contributed two blocks. This team has faced some recent adversity with injuries, but has great depth and team cohesion. They display great sportsmanship and are high character student athletes. The team will look to bounce back against Goshen at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, at Goshen High School. The team has an 8-3 record this season. In what seemed like a very backand-forth seesaw type game, Wawasee and NorthWood tied 1-1 on Tuesday, Sept. 6, at Wawasee. NorthWood had many chances to score, but the Warrior team defense was excellent, as was their goalkeeper. Sophomore goalkeeper Weston McClintic had a fantastic game and was able to stave off numerous shots on goal. At times he looked like Spiderman in the way he was able to guard and protect the goal, leaping and diving for the ball throughout the contest. The Warriors dealt with some adversity as junior forward Xavier Washington went down with an unspecified injury with 6:10 remaining in the first half. Washington would later come back and play during the latter part of the second half and helped rally his team. The game was scoreless at the half. NorthWood senior midfielder Luis Castillo scored on a penalty kick goal with 28:12 remaining in the second half. The kick was perfectly positioned into the top lefthand corner of the goal just out of McClintic’sNorthWoodreach.was leading 1-0 inside of two minutes remaining in the game and somehow Wawasee miraculously was able to get a breakaway down field and score with 1:31 remaining to tie the game at NorthWood1-1. was able to get another shot on goal inside of a min-

Upcoming Coed Uniﬁed Flag Football games are at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, at Central Noble; 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, versus Twin Lakes/Valparaiso/East Noble at Wawasee High School; and 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 13, versus Goshen at Wawasee High School.

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American Legion Chapter 223 Riders, along with Syracuse police and ﬁre departments, drove by his house as he sat outside. Lewis had chocolate cake and vanilla ice cream for his birthday. He has two children, four grandchildren and ﬁve great-grandchildren.“The good Lord has pushed me all the way and been with me,” he said. “He has blessed me in one way or another. I have good friends and the greatest neighbors.”

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“empty nesters” thanks to the high school graduation of their son, Devin, the Van Lues decided they weren’t quite ready for that official label. They decided they had an open bedroom, so why not open their home to someone who wanted to spend a year in the JeremyU.S.?said that after he and Shawna separately reviewed profiles of potential exchange students, they came together to compare notes and realized each had chosen Barreales as their top choice. Growing up, Shawna had the opportunity to have exchange students in her home, but this is the first such chance for Jeremy to experience the cultural exchange.Forher part, Barreales has long dreamed of coming to “WhenAmerica.Iwasyoung, around 6, I saw ‘High School Musical’ and I was like, ‘I want to be like that, with a locker and all the things we don’t have in Spain,’” she recalled. “And then I realized, when I was about 11, that it could be a possibility. I talked with my parents and while we were in lockdown I spent a lot of time at home thinking about this and thought, ‘OK, this is something that has to happen.’ “My mom wasn’t really convinced with the idea for being so far away for 10 months, but after talking a lot, I’m here.” In her application with the agency that brought her to the U.S., Barreales had to submit detailed information about herself, including the preferred region of the country in which she wanted to live. She indicated she wanted to be in the upper Midwest, near the Great Lakes, another indicator that led her to Syracuse. She understands she is still in the “honeymoon phase” of her stay, having been advised it would certainly be a roller coaster. So far she said her time here has exceeded her expectations and is hopeful that “it can be like this for the 10 months. “Every day has been a new experience, and an amazing one, but my first time in Walmart was amazing. It was so cool. The best one was last Friday seeing my first high school football game. My eyes hurt because I didn’t know what to look at. The cheerleaders, the game, the band, the other cheerleaders. It was so cool.” She has started making some friends at Wawasee as she adjusts to the changes in how the school day works in America. She has joined the school’s unified football team, a game she is just now “Thelearning.players on the team are so nice,” she said. “You are there to learn and have a nice time. You don’t have to be the best player. In Spain, I’ve been practicing the same sport my whole life, artistic roller skating. When I came here it was nice to try something new.”She also is auditioning for the fall play at Wawasee and is hopeful to earn a part in the show. Barreales is the youngest of three children, including a sister who lives in the U.K., which has helped her perfect her English. Students in Spain are required to study three years of English before graduation.Whilehere, she hopes to visit Chicago, which her family plans to do during Christmas time. She’s also looking forward to attending prom, although she said it will be sad, as it means she only will have a month left in America. In the future, Barreales hopes to become a teacher in her home country, either in elementary education or in upper level economics. For now, however, she’s happy to be a student in America and is looking forward to all the adventures the next nine months will offer.

The North Webster Bridge Group met on Tuesday, Aug. 30, at the Senior Primelife Enrichment Center in the North Webster Community Center. Tuesday winners were Joyce Metz, ﬁrst, and Dick Adams, second.

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As a parent, imagine sending your 16-yearold child halfway across the world for 10 months. That’s exactly what Clara Puy Barreales’s parents did last month, sending her from her hometown of Galicia, Spain, to Syracuse for the 2022-23 school year and an experience of a lifetime. Barreales arrived in early August and will be living with Shawna and Jeremy Van Lue through next RecentlyMay.

Community Corner Mobile Meals drivers Volunteer drivers for Syracuse, Milford and North Webster Mobile Meals have been scheduled as follows: Syracuse Drivers Sept. 12-16 MONDAY — M. Smith TUESDAY — C. Manning WEDNESDAY — D. & K. Matz THURSDAY — B. Martz FRIDAY — P. Smith Milford Drivers Sept. 12-16 MONDAY — Leesburg Lions TUESDAY — A. & C. Haab WEDNESDAY — G. & D. Cooper THURSDAY — Leesburg Lions FRIDAY — R. & P. Haab North Webster Drivers Sept. 12-16 MONDAY — C. & N. Hassel TUESDAY — J. & K. Caskey WEDNESDAY — J. Hanson THURSDAY — B. Kennedy FRIDAY — P. Perry

On Saturday, Aug. 20, the family of Amy Matherly gathered at West Main Kitchen in Syracuse for a dinner celebration. Amy was accompanied by her husband, Dr. Ryan Matherly, and they were joined by their daughter, Kelly Shewmaker of Fishers, and son, Ben Matherly of Fishers. Amy has been a lifelong resident of northern Indiana. She grew up in Syracuse and is the daughter of the late Susan and Carl Myrick of Syracuse and Marshal Coy, also of Syracuse and the great-granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kroh.Amy went to Wawasee High School and wrote the school song. She is also a graduate of Indiana University and taught in Middlebury. She was a guidance counselor at Penn High School before retiring.Atthe surprise celebration organized by Diane TeGrootenhuis, Amy was joined by her aunt Jane Clashman and her daughter Nancy Clashman, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Kroh, Kim TeGrootenhuis, Mr. and Mrs. Greg Kroh, Mr. and Mrs. Mark TeGrootenhuis, and Mr. and Mrs. Dov Rosenberg. The meal was provided by West Main owners Emily and Jason Traycoff. It consisted of gazpacho, salmon, beef tenderloin, vegetables, raspberry and chocolate ice cream and cookies.

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U.S. Navy veteran turns 100 years old

It’s not everyday someone turns 100 years old, but one Syracuse man got the surprise of a lifetime — or a decade, in his case. Forrest Lewis is a U.S. Navy veteran. He turned 100 Wednesday, Aug. 31. Friends and family helped Lewis celebrate his monumental moment. He served in World War II from 1942-1945. He recalled his time in the Navy on the U.S.S. Yorktown. He was a plane mechanic. He recalled when the ship sank 7 miles from San Francisco, Calif. “It broke in two the next day,” heAssaid.a surprise for his birthday, Lewis was honored with a driveby parade of well wishers. Also, the American Legion Wawasee Post 223 honor guard and

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10 YEARS AGO, SEPT. 5, 2012 Joe Leach, Wawasee High School star athlete, was hired as a full-time ofﬁcer with the Syracuse Police Department shortly after college. Leach graduated from University of Indianapolis with a degree in criminal justice and everything fell into place for him. Having already attended the law enforcement academy — a course option at the university — he was a prime candidate for any department. Returning to his hometown wasn’t too hard of a decision. “After being in Indianapolis for ﬁve years, I realized I missed being in a small town,” Leach said. Plus his wife, Kate, who also graduated from University of Indianapolis and is a native of Warsaw, didn’t care for the big city either. So the decision was made to return to the area in which they grew up.

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20 YEARS AGO, SEPT. 4, 2002 Michele Marie Caudill and Jonathan David Mishler, both of Syracuse, were united in marriage at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, in Brook Pointe Inn, Syracuse. The double-ring ceremony was performed by Rev. Dick Nichols in the presence of 70 guests. The bride is the daughter of Fred and Eva Curtis, Benton. The bridegroom is the son of Don and Agnes Mishler, Syracuse. The bride is a 1988 graduate of Wawasee High School and is a parts advisor’s assistant at Keystone RV. The bridegroom attended Fairfield High School and is employed by Forest River Inc. A special meeting of the Syracuse Town Council was called for the first reading of the 2003 town budget, also included a reduction of the 2002 budget, a change of payday for town employees and a special town resolution. Council members approved the Patriot Day resolution and the request to move the town’s payday from Wednesday to Thursday for 2003. Syracuse Public Library announces an eight-week series of pre-school story times beginning Sept. 17 and the beginning of the Adult Fall Reading Club on Sept. 16. 30 YEARS AGO, SEPT. 2, 1992 An announcement is made of the engagement and upcoming marriage of Angie Gorman and Mark Crabill, both of Syracuse. The bride-elect is the daughter of Lawrence and Beverly Gorman of North Webster. She is a 1989 graduate of Wawasee High School and is employed at The Papers Incorporated, Milford. The prospective bridegroom is the son of Larry and Sue Crabill of Fortville. A 1985 graduate of Columbia City Joint High School, he is employed at Brock Manufacturing, Milford. Wedding vows will be exchanged at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 12 at the home of the bride-elect’s parents. Welcome to Bradley Richard Shipley, son of Roger and Nancy Shipley, Syracuse. While Bradley is the first child for Roger and Nancy, he will have plenty of playmates when he grows up, as he has 20 cousins, with the 21st cousin expected this month by aunt Becky Yates and her husband, Russell. Our town will miss Mark Hubbs, the friendly store manager at Big Wheel who will leave the Syracuse store to be general manager at Buy Smart in Warsaw, a division of Big Wheel. Mark’s last day will be Friday. He commented, “This has been a very special assignment in Syracuse and I have enjoyed being here. I’ve appreciated the support of the people in the community.” 40 YEARS AGO, SEPT. 8, 1982 Cable television service is progressing within the corporate limits of Syracuse, reaching 90% of households. 480 homes were provided with cable service within the town, but the possibility of extending service to the Lake Wawasee residents remains unknown. Noble Cable TV president Fred Manahan said, “We can’t guarantee we will be able to serve the area, ever.” His company is committed to finishing the job in the town first, which he calls phase one, and then worry about the surrounding lake community. Present plans call for the town to be completed within the month. Teri Suzzanne Shepler, daughter of Mrs. Dixie Shepler and the late Ralph Shepler, Syracuse, announced her engagement to Paul Kevin Newcomer, 212 North Street, Syracuse. Newcomer is the son of Raymond Newcomer and the late Marvis Newcomer, Syracuse. The bride elect is a 1981 graduate of Fairfield High School and the bridegroom elect is a 1977 graduate of Wawasee High School. The bridegroom is employed at Ener-Treck Corporation, Syracuse, and the bride elect is presently unemployed. An Oct. 16 wedding at the Church of God, Syracuse, is planned. The Lakeland Art Association hosted Sarah Robbins of Syracuse as the featured artist for its Thursday night meeting, Sept. 14, in the Bowen Center’s activity room. The artist, who is also an adult education instructor at Wawasee High School, will be demonstrating “Getting Started in Watercolor.” She has taught art in Kentucky and Indiana schools and holds a BS degree from Ball State. She is presently working on her MS degree at Indiana University in Fort Wayne. Painting in oils, acrylics and watercolor, she is one of the two professional artists judging the Lakeland Art Spring Exhibit. 50 YEARS AGO, SEPT. 6, 1972 Local democrats Charles M. Harris and Billy G. Coburn of Syracuse filed for positions on the county ballot. Harris was seeking the job of county coroner while Coburn was running for county commissioner from the northern district. Harris was a funeral home director who came to Syracuse in 1952, not long after his 1948 graduation from Indiana college of mortuary science. At the time, Harris operated funeral homes in North Webster, Goshen and Syracuse. Harris was a father of two children and husband of the former Anna Lovell. He was also a member of Calvary United Methodist Church in Syracuse. Coburn, father of five and husband of the former Doris Weaver, moved to the Syracuse area in spring of 1955. He graduated from Wabash High School in 1971 and held a diploma from the extension course institute of the United States Air Force for completion of officers candidate school requirements. He held a commercial flying license with a multiple engine rating. Coburn was a past master of the Syracuse Masonic Lodge 454, American Legion in Syracuse, and a charter member of the VFW in Syracuse. Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Estep of Syracuse Lake were hosts for the Waubee Grange annual picnic on Sunday, Aug. 13. A total of 31 members and guests enjoyed a pot luck dinner. The afternoon was spent socially. 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Syracuse Township gets cable television service

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Syracuse locals Sherry Lantz and Cindy Peterson did Red Cross work during Hurricane Isaac. Lantz and Peterson were both retired Wawasee Community School Corp. teachers. They had been volunteering for roughly six months with the Kosciusko County Chapter of the American Red Cross as disaster relief workers. They were assigned to mass care and sheltering. They set up cots, posted shelter rules, registered refugees-residents, issued blankets, staffed information tables, fed residents, played with the children and cleaned. Don Bates recently celebrated his 89th birthday with a cookout hosted by his daughter and son-in-law Pat and Don Stahly of Syracuse. There was a great turnout and the cookout was enjoyed by 40 family members.

6 can come to the library and ﬁll out a library card application — those under 18 must have a parent or guardian sign the application, though. Adults must bring a photo ID and something that shows their current address in order to apply for a card. If you live outside MPL’s tax district, you can still pay for a library membership. A one-year membership at the Milford Public Library costs $60 and gives you access to all the perks of a normal resident library membership. Also, all teachers and students in the Wawasee school district are eligible for a free MPL library card no matter where they live. Friends Of The Library Maybe you already know and love the Milford Public Library and are looking for a way to get involved.

Qualiﬁed candidates may be of any major and must be at least a college sophomore. Recent college graduates, as well as graduate and law school students, are also encouraged to apply. Positions are open to Indiana residents, as well as nonresidents who attend a college or university in InternsIndiana.earnan $800 biweekly stipend and beneﬁt from scholarship and academic credit opportunities, professional development, community involvement andSenatenetworking.internships are fulltime positions at the statehouse in downtown Indianapolis that typically begin with a mandatory orientation in late December and conclude at the end of the legislative session in April 2023.

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North Webster United Methodist Church hosts its 150th anniversary 10 YEARS AGO, SEPT. 5, 2012 North Webster Community Public Library hosted its sixth annual cemetery walk. The event was hosted by the library’s Local History and Genealogy Center. Some of the enactors were Don Minear, who portrayed Howard “Dutch” Wyland, and North Webster Elementary School music teacher Matt Pulley, who portrayed AllenTheMorehead.Antique Outboard Motor Show and Swap Meet was held Sept. 15 at North Webster’s Town Park. The meet was hosted by Dave Tranter. Several hundred people from across the Midwest and Canada gathered at the park for a day of activities related to their hobby. North Webster United Methodist Church hosted its 150th anniversary celebration in September 2012. Special guests included Bishop Michael Coyner and District Superintendent Cynthia Reynolds. Coyner gave the message that day. “He’s an excellent preacher,” said NWUMC Pastor Dave Smitley. NWUMC also installed a new sign for one of its ministries, Ark Christian Preschool. 20 YEARS AGO, SEPT. 4, 2002 North Webster/Tippecanoe Township has qualified to apply for a grant to help renovate the old school into a community center. Grant writer Robert Murphy plans to drive all of the paperwork to Indianapolis Friday and personally turn in the town’s application for an Indiana Department of Commerce Community Focus Fund Grant. A social day was held by Leesburg Homemakers Club members Aug. 21 in the home of Betty Hetler, Lake Tippecanoe. A carry-in picnic-style luncheon was served at noon. Pat Rader wasTimeco-hostess.wasspent visiting and playing table games. There were 18 members present. Juanita Miller entertained members of Hi Neighbors Club at her Webster Lake home Aug. 22. Paul Miller was assistant hostess. The meditation, titled “Vacant Chair,” was presented by Avelda Roberts. She also read a series of church bulletin bloopers. Mary Ellen Haney taught a craft lesson on how to make a beaded American flag pin. Following the business session, the hostesses served refreshments of peach cobbler. 30 YEARS AGO, SEPT. 2, 1992 North Webster United Methodist Church all-church birthday party was held Aug. 3 in the church family center. Entertainment was provided by Tim Bushong. A carry-in supper was served at 5 p.m. and dessert was provided by members of Joanna Circle.Twenty guests joined the Lakeland Kiwanis Club at its regular meeting Aug. 31 at the North Webster Church of God for “Guest Day.” Dr. John Davis, president of Grace College and Theological Seminary, was guest speaker. Speaking from his personal experiences as an archeologist and traveler to the Middle East, as well as his world, talked about “an archaeologist looks at the Middle East.” 40 YEARS AGO, SEPT. 8, 1982 Playground equipment for the park was a topic of consideration before the North Webster Town Board at its regular meeting Sept. 1. Equipment at the sewage plant, snowplow repairs and representative of a senior citizens group were also brought before the board. Installation of the equipment will begin May 1, with the playground ready for use by Memorial Day 1983. Dixie Pryor, a park board member, reported that the playground equipment has been delivered. Brent Rose of North Webster spent Aug. 18-25 attending the Church of the Brethren National Youth Conference at Estes Park, Colo. He was one of 12 high school students from the North Webster-Syracuse area whoCortneyattended.Regenos was guest of honor at a birthday party Aug. 28 at the home of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George Weigand, Barbee Lake. The event was hosted by Cortney’s mother, Mary Regenos, Barbee Lake. Courtney is 6 years old. Ice cream and birthday cake, decorated in Wonder Woman theme, was served to 11 guests. 50 YEARS AGO, SEPT. 6, 1972 The building complex in North Webster that will house the new Counting House Bank, King of Sports Fountain of Fame, International Place of Sports and community hall, is moving ahead rapidly, as is noticeable to anyone visiting that community. The project began in July and will be completed by June 1973, with the bank planning its open house to coincide with the 1973 MermaidRichardFestival.R.Long became the new principal of North Webster Elementary School. Other new members include Laurel Graham, who will be teaching kindergarten on a half-time basis, Dixie Pryor, who will be teaching first grade, Carol F. Coble, who will be teaching fourth grade, and Thomas K. Taggart, who will be teaching English at North Webster Junior High School.

It happened in North Webster ... 10 years ago

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“Interning with the Indiana State Senate is a valuable opportunity for anyone interested in learning more about state government,” Mishler said. “I would highly recommend this internship to those who want to expand their professional network and build on transferable skills that can be applied to future jobs.” For more information and to access an application, visit day,intern.indianasenaterepublicans.com/www.ThedeadlinetoapplyisMon-Oct.31.

Did you know that September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month? This is the month when librarians can shamelessly talk about all the amazing things that libraries offer to our communities. Why should you get a library card? Well, I’m glad you asked. First of all, the Milford Public Library offers many of the traditional items you’d expect to ﬁnd at a library — tons of books, audiobooks, movies, music CDs and magazines. The library is constantly getting new materials added to the collection. They often get brand-new movies and books shortly after they are released. MPL also has a great collection of magazines — everything from Consumer Reports and Kiplinger’s to Magnolia Journal, Cooking with Paula Deen and American Essence. They even have fun-shaped cake pans available for checkout.Besides the large collection of resources, MPL also offers many great services. The library offers both black-and-white and color printing from either your own device or one of the MPL laptops which are available to use for free. Plus, did you know they also offer faxing service, scanning and laminating? MPL also has a notary on staff, so if you need a document notarized, please call for that service. Besides all that, the library also offers free Wi-Fi and lots of comfy seating to use while reading, getting online or just to socialize for a Howbit.do you get a library card? Milford Public Library serves Van Buren and East Jefferson townships in Kosciusko County, so if you already live in one of these townships, you are eligible for a library card. Anyone over the age of

It happened in Milford … 40 years ago

NOTICE OF SEPTEMBER COUNCIL MEETING DATE CHANGE

Notice is hereby given that the Silver Lake Town Council Meeting date is changed to September 7, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Silver Lake Town Meeting Hall located at 604 N. Jefferson St., Silver Lake, IN. hspaxlp

Mishler: Senate Republicans offering paid internships

Arch Baumgartner named September Honorary Warrior

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10 YEARS AGO, SEPT. 5, 2012 Dalton Herendeen, the nephew of Derek and Rose Herendeen of Milford, got a high-level shout out Thursday. On Twitter, U.S. Rep. Joe Donnelly expressed pride in Herendeen’s effort as he competes in the 2012 international Paralympic games in London. The Elkhart resident planned to swim in at least ﬁve events and has already placed in two. Bill Troup’s friends and members of his family thought of a whimsical way to mark the long-time Milford resident’s 70th birthday — by calling him an old goat! They made their playful point by placing about 70 paper goats with birthday messages on Troup’s lawn Friday morning at Waubee Lake while he was out eating breakfast. 20 YEARS AGO, SEPT. 4, 2002 The new Subway being built on the site of the old drive-in is well on its way to completion. Scott McDonald of McDonald Home Improvements who is doing the construction, said the target date for opening is by the end of the month. Right now the project is on schedule and should be on time barring any unforeseen delays. Santa Claus was spotted in Milford Friday, leaving Whetten’s Pizza at lunchtime. Santa Claus in August? Yes, indeed, and he was attired in his traditional red winter suit just to bring jolly happy birthday wishes to Milford EMS Administrator Sharon Tusing. 30 YEARS AGO, SEPT. 2, 1992 Former Milford residents Roger and Thyra Keiser were honored at an “early” 40th anniversary party Saturday evening, Aug. 29, in the home of Donn and Mary Kesler, Milford. Also in attendance were Ben and Viola Kaiser, Milford. The Keisers, who now reside on CR 48, Nappanee, will be celebrating their wedding anniversary Sept. 21. Described as “the best vacation we ever had,” Bob and Marilyn Brown returned Aug. 25 after spending two weeks with a Holland-American Westours’ group in Alaska. Marilyn says they were “on the go” the whole time. Another local traveler, Becky Doll, returned home Saturday from a nine-day trip to Ogden, Utah, after spending time with son Dan,

The Indiana Senate Republican Caucus is offering paid spring semester internships in its communications, information technology, legal, legislative, page and policy ofﬁces during the 2023 session of the Indiana General Assembly, said State Sen. Ryan Mishler (R-Bremen).

If so, consider joining the Friends of the Library. The Friends of the Library is a nonprofit group dedicated to raising funds for the Milford Public Library. Every year they help fund the summer reading program, as well as other library programs. To raise funds, the Friends of the Library hosts several book sales, including the continuous book sale in the library basement; bake sales, rummage sales; and other events. If you are interested in learning more about Friends of the Library or would like to join, please talk to a library clerk or call (574) 6584312.The Friends of the Library will be holding a rummage sale Wednesday-Saturday, Sept. 14-17, to raise funds to help support the library. They are currently looking for donations of items in good condition to be sold at the rummage sale. A wide variety of items will be accepted; however, they cannot take large appliances, TVs, mattresses, car seats or baby beds. If you have items to donate, please bring them to Apostolic Church Fellowship Hall from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 14 or 15. Thank you in advance for any and all do-nations.andhis wife, Susan, and their family. Becky reports she had a great time playing with her three granddaughters, Katelyn, 4, and twins Brooklyn and Brittany, 17 months. 40 YEARS AGO, SEPT. 8, 1982 Wawasee High School has announced that Arch Baumgartner, Owner-Publisher of The Mail-Journal, has been named the September Honorary Warrior. This honor will be bestowed on a citizen of the Lakeland community not employed by the Lakeland Community School Corporation.Theyarethe oldest married couple in Milford, according to George Auer. Auer and his wife, Lillian, celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary on Monday, Sept. 6. For the occasion their children took them to dinner at a Syracuse restaurant. The Auers were married September 6, 1913. 50 YEARS AGO, SEPT. 6, 1972 Mr. and Mrs. Ben Kaiser and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Smith, all of Milford, attended the Renfro Valley barn dance at Renfro Valley, Ky., on Saturday night. On Sunday they visited the Levi Jackson state park, London, Ky., and the Cumberland Falls state park near Corbin, Ky. Mrs. R. E. Slabaugh of Milford has been a very busy lady this summer. She recently counted the number of people she has entertained during the past few months and came up with 350. Very busy indeed!Rick Rapp of r 2 Milford received reserve champion Poland China barrow honors with his first place heavy weight barrow. Rick also received second place with his light weight barrow, first place with a February gilt and fourth place with a March gilt in the Poland China class. Rick is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Rapp. Matt & Theresa 025-081-046 LOT 57 BENSARTS NO SHORE PK & VAC RDWY N & E OF LOT 57 9278 S Verna 432200331ST 025-723015-83 $3,516.93 Burns Floyd Charles & Susan Kaye No address, Lot East of 5880 W Kingfisher Dr 432200333Mentone 026-718000-91 $1,872.13 Webb David L 026-017-014 Lots 109,110 & 111 Op 304 S Market St 432200334 026-719001-61 $2,274.07 Bailey George Jr & Tina & Lance K Bailey 026-017-088 Lot 23 Burket 107 E Center 432200336St 027-719009-86 $1,415.71 McCarthy Dennis J & Deborah S 027098-098 LOTS 118 & 119 & 120 REPLAT OF REDMON PARK 9 Ems D4 Ln 432200337 027-720005-80 $1,865.75 Word Of Grace Church 027-094-008 Pt Mdl Pt W 1/2 Nw 24-34-6 .50A 3120 E Rookstool 432200338Rd 027-726006-66 $176.53 Cingular Wireless LLC 027-077-002.LL LEASED LAND BEER ROBERT L TR & LINDA CAROL BEER TR N 3/4 W 1/2 NE LESS RR 20-34-6 10682 N Sr 15 432200340 029-701002-28 $2,943.15 Durik Naomi Elsie Trust 029-049-007.A Tr Se Ne 13-33-6 3.11A 3868 E Armstrong 432200341Rd 029-702032-70 $2,083.23 D P & P Investments LLC 029-079004 Pt S 1/2 20-33-6 56.43A Tracts on North and South side of Levi Lee Rd, East of 474 W Levi Lee Rd Warsaw 432200342 029-706010-27 $6,252.36 Harrison Lake Development Inc 029077-002.AA Tr Sw Ne & Se Nw 20-33-6 2.11A 4578 N Sr 15 432200343 029-712003-03 $2,445.58 Leek Joe M & Betty J 029-107-014 Lot 9 Fox Fire 3482 N Nancy Dr 432200344 029-714002-40 $9,926.44 Smith Jeffrey S & Kathryn N 029-044001.B LOT 72 BELLROHR PARK 8TH ADD 36 Ems T30a Ln 432200346 029-719003-01 $5,726.92 The 27 Group 029-107-015 Lot 10 Fox Fire Add 3481 N Nancy Dr 432200351 029-726014-70 $2,506.32 Burnau Tammy 029-098-152 PT E 1/2 NW NW 25-33-6 0.35A PER CALC Tract S of 641 Chapman Lake Dr War432200352saw 030-702000-80 $29,266.76 Harney Sandra K 100 N Monroe St 432200353 030-702002-00 $4,005.08 Levelmaster Construction Inc NO ADDRESS, Lot East of 401 E Center St 432200355Pierceton 033-708000-20 $5,324.70 Robandrose Acres LLC 033-037-003 SW NW 17-34-5 40.00A 6810 W 1150 N 432200356 035-722000-10 $1,175.39 Meade Grace E 035-087-001 14 X 15 X 19 Rds Sw Cor Se Sw 15-30-6 .50A 594 W 1300 S Total Properties: 232 I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true list of lots and land returned delinquent for the nonpayment of taxes and special assessments for the time periods set forth, also subsequent delinquent taxes, current taxes and costs due thereon and the same are chargeable with the amount of tax, etc., with which they are charged on said list. Given under my hand and seal this 7th day of September, 2022. Michelle L. Puckett, Auditor Kosciusko County Indiana hspaxlp

LEGAL NOTICE To whom it may concern: NOTICE is given by the town council of the Town of Milford, Indiana, that at its regular meeting on August 31, 2022, the council approved a petition for annexation of the territory described below, all in Kosciusko County, Indiana, to the Town, namely:a.North Park subdivision, Phase 3, as described in the records of the office of the Recorder of Kosciusko County, Indiana. b. A tract of land located in the Southeast Quarter of Section 9, Township 34 North, Range 6 East, Van Buren Township, Kosciusko County, Indiana, and more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest corner of the Southeast Quarter of said Section 9, said point being marked by a railroad spike located within the right-of-way of County Road 1250 North; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East (assumed and recorded bearing), along said North line and within said road right-of-way, 769.77 feet to a Mag nail; thence South 00 degrees 40 minutes 45 seconds West, 1173.99 feet to an iron pin; thence North 89 degrees 50 minutes 40 seconds West, 124.37 feet to an iron pin; thence South 00 degrees 26 minutes 20 seconds West, 8.50 feet to an iron pin; thence North 89 degrees 50 minutes 40 seconds West, along the North line of Beanland Subdivision and said North line extended, 640.00 feet to an iron pin marking the Northwest corner of said subdivision; thence North 00 degrees 25 minutes 00 seconds East, along the West line of said Southeast Quarter, 1180.36 feet to the Point of Beginning, containing 20.779 acres, more or less. Interested parties who wish to appeal this annexation may express their opposition to the annexation by complying with the provisions of Indiana Code 36-4-3-15.5 and related sections of Indiana law. Dated August 31, 2022. Town of Milford, Indiana

The Glean Team will not meet Wednesday, Sept. 7. The next meeting will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 14. Genealogy Sleuths is canceled for September. A new meeting time will be introduced Tuesday, Oct.Chair4. Dance for Fitness starts at 4 p.m. Thursdays, followed by Let’s Move Dance Class at 5 p.m. Yarn enthusiasts can meet during Fiber Arts Fridays at 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 9. Weavers, spinners, needle felters and other ﬁber arts enthusiasts are also welcome.North Webster Police Chief Greg Church will be at NWCPL at 1 p.m. Monday, Sept. 12, to teach members of the community how to identify and avoid falling victim to scammers scams. This is a free event. A brand-new cookbook club is starting. The ﬁrst meeting will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 13. Anybody can attend and bring a favorite family dish or recipe to share. Demonstrations of simple recipes and helpful cooking techniques will periodically take place in the library’s kitchen as well.The next adult craft class begins at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 13. This will be a two-part program, during which participants will create fairy houses. The second half of the project takes place at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 20.

—o— THERE ARE still spaces available for Family Camp Out at Lakeside Park, which is planned for this Friday and Saturday, Sept. 9-10, at Lakeside Park. There will be yard games, a hotdog cookout, s’mores and a movie with popcorn Friday night, while Saturday morning donuts and mufﬁns will be available. Camp setup begins around 5 p.m. Friday night. Camps must be taken down and moved out by 10 a.m. Saturday morning. There is a $10 per tent fee. Register at the Syracuse Community Center. Pre-registration is required. For more information, call (574) 457-3440.

Pictured at top, from left, is Worrell, alongside Matt Miller and Jerrol Shaum, both of D.J. Construction, who are doing the remodeling. Called North Webster Family Practice, work is expected to be done on the new medical ofﬁce by Dec. 31. The wing of the building, formerly occupied by the library, will be called Culver Family Wellness and Education Center. It is 11,000 square feet. “In a couple of months, we will be naming everything with new signs,” said Worrell.

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THE SYRACUSE Public Library will be hosting a clay pit firing class. Clay pit firing is one of the oldest forms of pottery making. Pit firing hardens clay so it becomes durable enough for everyday use. The class will be in three phases. The first will be from 5-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 20, in the downstairs meeting room, where Elizabeth Wamsley, master clay artists, will lead students in decorating a bowl, plate or vase.

—o— NORTH WEBSTER United Methodist Church is hosting a youth group event for kids in sixth through 12th grade. The event will be held from 5-7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11, at North Webster Town Park. There will be food, fun and fellowship. Call the church at (574) 834-2871 for more information.

Brand new cookbook club starting Sept. 13

Paul who, by the way, was a very hard worker. He spent countless hours preaching the gospel, and, during his time off, he earned his living making tents. When I think of the Apostle Detroit St., Warsaw, IN

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The library’s recent online basket auction raised $2,113, which will be paired with a grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, which is administered by the Indiana State Library, to be used to purchase a shed, pavilion, three adult and two children’s picnic tables and a portable projector. The library is working on getting the project rolling with the necessary permits and other steps. Once the permits are in place, the library hopes to get the Community Roots ready for future programming.

THE SYRACUSE American Legion Riders’ Operation Comfort Warriors will hold its fourth annual motorcycle ride Saturday, Sept. 17. Sign-in begins at 11 a.m., with kickstands up at noon. The cost is $15 per person, which includes food and a chance to win $100 for best poker hand. There will be two stops, the Columbia City Legion and Albion Legion, before heading back to Syracuse. It will be about a 75-mile ride. Return is planned around 5 p.m.

HE NORTH Webster Community Center is working on its fall and winter programs. Classes include painting, a murder mystery and a dinner with Santa. Executive Director Emily Worrell said she is starting to build its fall lineup and calendar. Check out its new, revamped website at nwcommunitycenter.org or call (574) 834-1600.

—o— FOR THOSE who have been anxiously waiting, Mootown Snack Shack has opened in the former Shopoff’s location. Be sure to check them out. —o— MILFORD RESIDENTS, mark your calendar now for the annual fall cleanup, which is scheduled for Thursday through Saturday, Sept. 22-24. The usual rules will apply — no appliances with Freon; no electronics, including TVs and computers; and no tires, just to name a few examples. They also will have a dumpster exclusively for metal recycling.

THE 10TH annual Kids First Auction, beneﬁting Lakeland Youth Center, will be held at 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 23, at the Blue Barn Berry Farm. Tickets are $75 per person. This year’s event features a “Price is Right” theme with games, a silent and live auction and a highly anticipated “Showcase Showdown.” There will be refreshments as well. Come dressed in your best “Price is Right” attire for a chance to win prizes. There are also sponsorship opportunities available to local businesses. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit lakelandyouthin.myrec.com.

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tions. Must be 21 years or older and cost is $7 a person. Must show valid ID to receive a wine glass to drink. Beez and The Rocker will perform live between Sue’s and The Pearl.

—o— WEBSTER WALK will be from 4-6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 9, presented by Sue’s Creations and The Pearl. People can visit participating stores and tables for deals and to see what the town has to offer. Purchase a ticket and get a free souvenir wine glass and wine samples at select loca-

RICH RHODES dropped off the photo below, along with the following information: “The good Lord Jesus provided great weather for several members of the John and Marta Rhodes family to converge on the Rhodes ranch west of Milford last Sunday. The annual gathering was the 62nd Rhodes reunion. After taking two years off for COVID, it was good to come together once again as a family. There was a wonderful turnout and a great time was had by all.”

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The NWCC will also house a new medical ofﬁce, as has been previously noted in this column. It will located inside the building and renovation is in progress, said Worrell.

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The following activities are set to take place at North Webster Community Public Library. Attendees do not need to have a library card to participate in any of these events.

—o— MILFORD LIONS Club will hold its next allyou-can-eat breakfast from 7-10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 24, at the Milford Community Building. As usual, the meal is by donation only, so bring your appetite and your wallet to help ﬁnance the many great causes the Lions support.

Perhaps you heard about the boss who found a rather lazy employee with his feet up, drinking a soda and noisily eating a bag of crunchy potato chips. The boss asked him why he wasn’t working.“I’m sorry,” the employee said. “I didn’t hear you coming.” I expect most people want to be busy, or at least look busy, when the boss is watching. But, you know, the Bible tells us we are to always work hard, even when no one is watching, and that we should do our work with a good attitude.Though many scriptures make that point, I wanted to share a few given to us by the Apostle Paul, I envision a man who was never bored. He always had something to do. Even when he was locked away in prison for preaching the gospel, he was busy leading others to Christ or writing letters to churches. So this hardworking apostle shared some important insights, like:“If any would not work, neither should he eat.” 2 Thessalonians 3:10.“Do all things without murmurings and disputings.” Philippians“Whatsoever2:14. ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men.” Colossians 3:23. “If any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he has denied the faith, and is worse than an inﬁdel.” 1 Timothy 5:8. It’s important to note that those scriptures aren’t aimed at people who have health or mental issues that prevent them from working. It’s aimed at those strong, healthy people who feel entitled to live off of others without lifting so much as a ﬁnger. That can be a son or daughter who, though fully grown, still lives in their parents’ homes without contributing in any way. Or, that can be strong, healthy welfare recipients who don’t even have to walk to the mailbox anymore, because Uncle Sam makes monthly deposits straight into their bank accounts. Working hard is a clear biblical principle.Perhaps lots of people are like the employee with his feet up, the one who worked hard only to impress the boss. But the Apostle Paul is very clear that we should strive to be hard workers because that’s the kind of people God wants us to be. We can try to look busy when the boss is watching, or we can stay busy all the time because the Lord is watching.

Teen Events Have a case of the afterschool blues? Teens can stop by from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Mondays for board games, Mario Kart and coffee during Teen Cafe. Look forward to special Teen Cafes in October, with themed activities in keeping with the library’s Teen-Tober celebration. This event is open to grades six through eight. The library’s monthly Anime Club meets at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 20. This month, teens will enjoy Japanese snacks and fold origami while viewing the ﬁrst episodes of “Polar Bear Café” and “Promised Neverland.” This club is recommended for ages 14 and older.

Crunchy potato chips make it hard to hear the boss coming

LAKELAND YOUTH Center is hosting its Mother Son Adventure from 3-7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, at Quaker Haven Camp. Moms have a fee of $40 while sons attend free. This event is open to boys kindergarten through eighth grade. From 3-5 p.m., moms and sons may enjoy a rock climbing wall, jump pad, rowboats and kayaks and other outdoor activities. From 5-6 p.m. there will be a taco bar; from 6-7 p.m. there will be a campﬁre and treat. Registration is required and the registration deadline is Friday, Sept. 9, by visiting lakelandyouthin.myrec. com/info/default.aspx and clicking on “programs.”

NWCPL introduces needle felting with Rachel Kruger at 4:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 19. Participants will learn how to use this technique to create scented wool pumpkins. There is a cost to cover materials, and participants can keep their felting needles and foam felting pads to takeThehome.library invites both teens and adults to take part in an escape room during National Banned Books Week, Monday through Friday, Sept. 19-23. The scenario revolves around banned books and will take place at various times throughout the week. Space is limited to ﬁve people per group, so those interested are encouraged to sign up early. Time slots will be listed on the library’s website. For more information about any of the above programs, call (574) 835-7122, visit nwcpl.org or stop by the library, 110 E. North St., North Webster.

THE NORTH Webster Church of God parking lot was recently paved. Last week, the lot got a fresh coat of asphalt. Last Friday, Amy Troyer was painting with bright yellow in various parts of the lot. Troyer said she was happy to help make the parking lot look nice and bright on a warm, sunny day.

Phase II will involve wrapping the clay pieces in organic matter such as sticks, banana peel, newspapers, leaves, etc. Phase III will involve loading the pit and setting the ﬁre. Phases II and III will be held Wednesday and Thursday, Oct. 12-13. Times will be announced at a later date.

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All refuse must be taken to the town garage, 600 N. Main St., Milford, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Thursday and Friday, or 8-11:30 a.m. Saturday. If you have questions, call Steven Marquart at Milford Town Hall, (574) 658-4519.

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The class is $20 and includes three vessels, tools to burnish and Wamsley’s instruction. The class is limited to 15 participants, so pre-register early. Contact Becky Brower for more information at bbrower@syracuse.lib.in.us.—o—

—o— DON’T FORGET to get your tickets for the Heart of the Community auction and dinner, which will be Saturday, Oct. 1, at NWCC. They are available online nwcommunitycenter.org or in person at Ace Hardware and Neighborhood Fresh.

All the money raised will go toward helping veterans, stepping in to assist with what the VA isn’t able to do. The Syracuse Legion is located at 1008 S. Huntington—o—St.

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Property tax assessment board of appeals will meet Kosciusko County Property Tax Assessment Board of Appeals will meet 9:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 3, in the old courtroom on the third ﬂoor of the Kosciusko County Courthouse, Warsaw, to start its annual meetings for 2022. It will also be meeting at 9:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 10, 17 and 24. This notice is published in accordance with IC 6-1.1-28 and IC 5-14-1.5-5.