The Mail-Journal - November 30, 2022

‘Old Fashioned Christmas’ delivers wonderful evening in Syracuse

At 6:15 p.m., Dr. Rex Parent kicked off the evening’s festivities with the lighting of the Christmas tree in front of Oakwood Resort’s main entrance.

Chautauqua-Wawasee’s third annual “Old Fashioned Christmas” celebration kicked off the holiday season Saturday evening with a fun-filled variety of events at Oakwood Resort in Syracuse.

Early-arriving guests were treated to music by the “Chain Gang” barbershop quartet and the Winona Brass Quartet.

Once the grounds were officially opened, the hundreds of guests had the opportunity to take photos with many of the costumed characters who could be found strolling the grounds. Other free activities included a visit with Santa, a reading of “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas” by one of

his elves, a live nativity scene and a reading of the biblical Christmas story in the historic Oakwood Chapel.

Along the path, visitors were treated to a free holiday photo booth, bags of food to feed Santa’s reindeer on Christmas Eve, cups of hot chocolate and sugar cookies and s’mores provided by the Boy Scouts.

The highlights for many families were the free horse-drawn wagon rides and an opportunity to visit with a live reindeer.

Coolest Thing Made in Indiana tourney down to

Made in Indiana tournament is down to two finalists — both of them local businesses.

In the semifinal — which had thousands of voters and concluded Friday night, Nov. 25 — Maple Leaf Farms of Leesburg knocked off Hiker Trailers from Columbus and Polywood of Syracuse topped Kidstuff Playsystems from Gary.

This is also the second time a northern Indiana business has been in the final for Coolest Thing Made in Indiana. Last year, Janus Motorcycles of Goshen won the title.

Maple Leaf Farms makes a roast half duck, while Polywood manufactures a 12-piece pit sectional.

“Our fully cooked roast half duck product has been a flag-

ship product for the company for decades due to its high quality, convenience and versatility,” said John Tucker, co-president of Maple Leaf Farms. “Different from chicken and turkey, duck is a red meat, but unlike other read meats it is very lean and low in saturated fat. The main reason chefs and home cooks serve it is because it is downright delicious.”

“Roast half duck is a craft product with true Indiana-grown roots,” said Scott Tucker, co-president. “From the local farmers who grow grain for our duck feed to the farm families who care for our ducks to the team who handprepares, there are many dedicated individuals who deserve the credit for it being in contention

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During its annual end-of-year budget workshop, the North Webster Town Council bid an unofficial farewell to Betsy Luce, the town’s longtime clerk-treasurer.

Luce won’t officially be replaced until the council’s last regular meeting of the year on Dec. 20, and she plans to be on vacation the last two weeks of the year and won’t be in attendance to see her replacement, Leigh Anne Jessop, sworn into office.

Luce, who has served as clerktreasurer for 19 years, announced her retirement earlier this year.

Both Luce and Jessop attended the Tuesday, Nov. 29, meeting, along with council members Dan Thystrup, Lisa Strombeck and Dave Waliczek. The council approved its annual interlocal agreement with Kosciusko County for computer terminal services in the amount of $1,050. Additionally, Luce received verbal approval for the transfers from any unspent appropriated funds from 2022 to 2023.

Luce also reviewed the Community Crossing Grant funds that have already been received by the town. Strombeck agreed to continue leading that effort in 2023. It was noted that the streets to be repaired using grant money have already been selected.

Thystrup provided a review of the North Webster trail, which is currently in the planning stages. The trail eventually will connect Wawasee Middle School with the town via a walking/biking path.

The council was also informed that 2022 appropriated funds received by the town from the fed-

Maple Leaf Farms, Polywood

North Webster Town Council wraps up 2022

The Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s second Coolest Thing

North Webster Community Public Library — Genealogy team available to help Dec. 7

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.

Adult Events

The Glean Team, 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7. This experienced genealogy team is available to help with any genealogy or research questions.

Fiber Arts Friday, 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 9. If you like to knit or crochet, come gather with likeminded yarn enthusiasts to work on projects or get inspiration.

Teen Events Have the afterschool blues? Stop by between 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 5, to hang out with friends, play board games and battle in Mario Kart on the Nintendo Switch. Feel free to bring your own games to play. Snacks, coffee and pop will be provided. See you there — no registration required.

Teen Study Hall, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8. Teens can stop by to work on homework in a relaxed, social environment.

Creative’s Corner for teens, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9. Use your imagination and create something extraordinary.

Youth Events

Baby and Toddler Time, 11

a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6. Join in for a fun experience of songs, stories and learning. Then plan on sticking around for meaningful and relaxing play plus networking with other parents. Appropriate for children ages birth to 36 months.

LEGO builders for ages 5-12, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec.

10. Freestyle LEGO creation. LEGOs are provided — just drop in and join the fun. For more information, call the library at (574) 834-7122 or visit nwcpl.org or the library’s Facebook page.

Milford Public Library — Check out an audiobook for the road

Are you traveling for the holidays? Is a long car ride in your future? Make those miles feel a little less daunting by listening to an audiobook while you drive.

Milford Public Library has many different audiobooks on CD available for checkout. In the children’s department, they have lots of fun titles, including “Magic Treehouse,” Marvel adventures and Disney princess stories.

For adults, there is everything from your favorite thrillers by Stephen King to Amish romances by Beverly Lewis and everything in between.

And teens, they haven’t forgotten about you. There are lots of popular young adult titles available in audio as well. MPL offers classics like “Harry Potter” and “Percy Jackson,” plus other fun titles like “Dear Even Hansen” and thrillers like “One of Us is Lying.”

Don’t have a CD player? There’s an app for that. If you have a Milford Public Library card, then you can access audiobooks online for free using the Libby app. Just download the free app to your device and log in with your MPL library card number and PIN. Then you have access to thousands more audio titles you can download. Once the audiobooks are downloaded, you can listen to them without an internet or data connection, so

they will be available in the car or wherever you are going.

Even if you aren’t planning a long road trip, audiobooks can be a great way to occupy your time while doing household chores, like cleaning up for holiday parties or doing dishes after said party is finished. So regardless of your holiday plans, make sure you check out the audiobook selection offered in-person or online through MPL.

Computer And Printing Services

Are you sending out Christmas cards? Or are you frantically trying to get your annual holiday letter written so you can enclose it in cards?

You are not alone. But as the madness of the holiday season swirls around, don’t forget that the library is a fantastic resource to help you.

MPL offers free Wi-Fi to anyone — no library card required. So bring your computer or tablet to the library to type out and send holiday emails if needed. Don’t have your own computer? No problem. The library has laptop computers you can use to type letters, send emails or utilize for any other tech need you might have.

And once you’ve finished your Christmas letter, printing at the library is cheap, easy and convenient. Black and white copies are

only 20 cents a page and color copies are 50 cents a page. Make sure you take advantage of all the services the library offers around the holiday season. Or just come in to visit and look at the library’s decorations and work in a quiet but festive environment.

Accepting Donations For Food Pantry

From now until Dec. 30, the library is accepting donations for the Van Buren Township Food Pantry. They have a list of most requested/needed items. There are donation boxes in the adult and children’s areas of the library. The Van Buren Township Food Pantry is located in the Milford First Brethren Church, 110 W. Catherine St. (back alley at the gym entrance). Pantry hours are 2-5 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays.

Holiday Titles Available Now

Did you miss your favorite holiday movie on TV?

They have many family favorites and add new titles every year. It just isn’t Christmas without “Home Alone,” “Elf” or “A Year Without a Santa Claus.” They also have many Christmas music CDs, including the Backstreet Boys’ “A Very Backstreet Christmas,” new this year. Stop by and check out your favorites to keep you company while wrapping presents.

Good vibes only in the new young adult room at the library

ests. The library is not just about books. We offer so much more,” said Parker.

The creation of the new space for young adults was a group effort by Syracuse Public Library staff Michelle Parker, Katie Moran, Amber Weber and Robert Rensberger; and the effort began with moving the young adult books from near the checkout desk into the Rosalyn Jones Room. From there, every day has brought new vibes to the room.

Over the last several months, the room has come alive with special touches designed to be welcoming. “We strive to make the room a safe, supportive and positive space. We want to set a good example for the teens while also investing in them and talking with them about their inter-

A long table for crafts centers the main area. A small couch, bean bags and a dorm chair surround the table. There are two computers for gaming, research and internet access located under a neon sign that reads “good vibes only.” Close by is an area listing young adult books for sale. Around the room in the tall bookshelves, readers can find fiction, graphic novels, manga, nonfiction; the collection ever-growing. A cozy reading nook is located in one corner. Games such as “Pandemic,” “Risk” and “Monopoly” fill a shelf. Lots of artwork hangs from the end of a bookcase.

December is packed with fun for teens. Submissions for the “All Together Now” Teen Art Contest are due Friday, Dec. 23.

Teens are welcome to come in from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6, and make a giant snowflake.

Wednesday, Dec. 7, is the date to decorate the Christmas tree from 4:30-6 p.m. Snacks are always a part of the scene.

Anime Club meets 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 29, and will focus on tea ceremonies and their importance in Japanese culture.

Afterschool study hall is offered 4-6 p.m. Mondays.

Monthly programs are now established and in full swing. Young adult video gaming takes place 4-7 p.m. the first Thursday of the month.

RPG Dice and Drama Night meets 4-7 p.m. the second Thursday of the month.

Color and Chill meets 4-5 p.m. the third Thursday of the month. The YA Book Club meets 4-5 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of the month and noon to 1 p.m. the fourth Saturday.

Finally, the Anime Club meets 6-7:30 p.m. the last Thursday of the month.

“What makes the young adult room space a welcoming environment is the atmosphere, lights, friendly décor and, most importantly, our welcoming staff who love talking with teens about books and other interests,” said Parker.

Obituaries

Connie L. Solina

Retired Administrative Assistant

Connie L.

Nov. 21, 2022, at the age of 77.

Connie was born on April 29, 1945; she was the only daughter of Delbert and Lois Brown (Kline). Connie grew up in Syracuse and graduated from Syracuse High School in 1963. After high school, she enjoyed traveling and completed a business program at International Business College. During her professional career, she worked for Sprint United Telephone Company as an administrative assistant. After 30 years with Sprint, she retired in 2000.

On Jan. 11, 1969, she married Steven W. Solina. Steve and Connie lived in Syracuse, where they raised their three children, Christopher, Kelli and Candi. Steven and Connie spent 48 wonderful years together before his passing on Sept. 15, 2017.

Connie was a dedicated wife, mother and friend. She loved spending her free time bowling with friends and traveling. She was well loved by those who knew her, especially those who took care of her while living at Grace Village. Connie loved to spend her time with family fishing, boating and laying in the sun at the sandbar on Lake Wawasee.

Those who survive include her two daughters, Candice (Joseph) Salvo of Syracuse and Kelli (Jason) Gambrel of North Vernon; grandchildren, Elijah, Delaney, Megan, Evan, Emma, Brock, Grace, Jaryt and Taryn; great-grandchildren, Ali, Marley and Dominic; and her brother, Rodger Brown. She is further survived by many extended family members and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Delbert and Lois Brown; husband, Steven; son, Chris; and her brother, Michael Brown.

Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Syracuse is entrusted with the care of Connie. Friends may join her family at 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, for a graveside service at Syracuse Cemetery, where her and her husband will be laid to rest.

To make a donation in honor of Connie, memorial gifts are appreciated to Grace Village.

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

Coolest Thing Made

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for this prestigious title.”

“We’re very excited. We’re a bit impartial. We think we make the coolest thing.” Ryan Zimmerman, Polywood’s senior director for human resources. “We’re rallying the troops on social media to make sure we win.” Zimmerman noted it was also impressive to have two businesses from the same county in a matchup for the title of Coolest Thing Made in Indiana.

The Indiana Chamber of Commerce contest, which celebrates the state’s long manufacturing history, featured a 54-company field. There was a wide range of makers and their products entered from 43 Hoosier communities. The Hoosier Hysteria-style contest has quickly become one of the biggest of its kind in the country.

Public fan voting to crown a champion is currently under-

way at indianachamber.com/ coolestthing. Voting closed at 10 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30. The tournament champion will be announced Wednesday, Dec. 14, at the Indiana Chamber’s Best IN Manufacturing luncheon.

Coolest Thing Made in Indiana sponsors are spirit sponsor Purdue Manufacturing Extension Partnership; gold sponsor Gibson; and silver sponsors Evonik Corporation, Insperity, Nucor Steel Indiana, SMC Corporation of America and The Horton Group.

For fairness, an online randomizer generated the initial matchups. Entry in the competition was free. To participate, a company did not need to be headquartered in Indiana, but the product entered must be manufactured in the state.

Learn more about the final two companies and vote at indianachamber.com/coolestthing.

Syracuse Public Library —

Unwrapping comes to the library

Children can check out and take home a surprise picture book to unwrap and read through the month of December. Unwrap a surprise after visiting the Syracuse Library.

Santa answers letters that are dropped off at the library until Dec. 16. Save the date and come early to make a snow globe Tuesday evening, Dec. 13.

Snowflakes

Teens in grades 6-12 can make giant paper snowflakes 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6. They are easy to assemble and look spectacular.

Young people are invited to a tree decorating party in the teen room, 4:30-6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7.

Book Clubs In December

December’s adult book club pick is “How the Penguins Saved Veronica.” A wealthy woman in Scotland realizes she has what it takes to save the Adelai penguins and sets off to Antarctica with her estranged grandson. This December read presents a feel-good story while

experiencing real cold.

Copies of the book are available at the Syracuse Public Library. Discussions will occur at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15, in person at the library and 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 20, via Zoom.

Contact Becky Brower at (574) 457-3022 or bbrower@ syracuse.lib.in.us for information or to receive a Zoom invitation.

The young adults are reading Chinese mythology from the new book, “Daughter of the Moon Goddess.” The discussion is Wednesday, Dec. 28.

Dorothy Anna Gall Retired School Teacher

On Nov. 28, 2022, at 4:48 p.m., Dorothy Anna (Hummer) Gall, 90, left this earth for heaven’s choir.

Dorothy was born Sept. 3, 1932, at home in Jay County on a farm near Pennville to her parents, Eulia Naomi (Winget) Hummer and Edgar A. Hummer.

She was a sister to two brothers, Wendell and Winfred Hummer, both of whom died in childhood, as well as two sisters who preceded her in death, Agnes Delite Townsend and Naomi Maxine McIlwaine.

She is survived by one sister, Geneva Yetive Williams. Dorothy married Arthur Gall (deceased in 2004) in 1955 and they had three children, all of whom survive: son, Steven Gall, Elkhart; and daughters, Cindy Hawkins, New Paris, and Amy Gall Ritchie, North Manchester. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Joel (Bethany) Hawkins, Middlebury, Angela (Jeremiah) Hunley, New Paris, Turner Ritchie, Fort Wayne, Bennett Ritchie, Richmond, Katy Hawkins, Davenport, Iowa, and Carver DeWittGall, Syracuse; and great-grandchildren, Evolette Hawkins, Alexis Hunley, Eila Hawkins and Kalev Hawkins.

Dorothy grew up on the farm, learning hard work. She was an early reader and pianist. She earned her BS in elementary education from Manchester (College) University in 1954 and later earned her master’s in education as a reading specialist. She taught most of her career at Milford Elementary School in the kindergarten and second grade classrooms. She loved to teach reading to school kids and adults who wanted to learn to read. She held the position of president for the local chapter of NEA and was a member of Alpha Nu Sorority and Retired Teachers Association.

She was an active singer in the Kosciusko County Extension Chorus and Goshen College Community Choirs, toured Europe with Sounds of Hope and sang with many other choral groups.

The Church of the Brethren formed her faith in God and love for peacemaking from the very beginning. Her family attended the Hickory Grove Church of the Brethren and upon marriage, she became a member at Bethany Church of the Brethren, where she was a Sunday school teacher, board chair, camp counselor at Camp Mack, VBS director/teacher, choir director, organist/pianist, active at all levels, comfortable in leadership or in service.

She also served on the board of the Northern Indiana District of the Church of the Brethren and the General Board of the Church of the Brethren. She was a smart, compassionate leader and visionary. She embodied the core values of the church for another way of living, following the way of Jesus; peacefully, simply, together.

She was able to spend her life to her last days in her home on her farm, cared for by her children: full time by daughter Cindy, granddaughter Angela and great-granddaughter Lexi. It was a privilege to do so.

Services will be Wednesday, Dec. 7. Visitation begins at 1 p.m. and the memorial service begins at 2 p.m. at Bethany Community Church (formerly Bethany Church of the Brethren). Jim Vandermark and Tim Morphew will co-officiate. Interment of ashes will be at Baintertown Cemetery earlier in the day.

Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Larry Mock

Larry Mock, 84, Syracuse, died Friday, Nov. 25, 2022, at Hubbard Hill Estates in Elkhart.

Arrangements are currently pending at Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse.

Joan Willard

Joan Willard, 91, Pierceton, died Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022, at Majestic Care of Goshen.

Arrangements are currently pending at Eastlund Funeral Home, Syracuse.

Foods that fight for health

inflammatory and helps lower blood pressure, as does olive oil, which also helps maintain your cardiovascular system.

Dementia by any name is still debilitating

rably inevitable result is loss of memory, identity and mobility if death does not intervene.

Everybody wants to live forever, but few folks look forward to getting old.

A lot of time and talent has been devoted to eliminating or finding cures for disease, developing drugs that diminish debilitation and producing prosthetics that help make coping comfortable.

Despite all the intelligence applied to the science of lengthy living, little is known about enhancing our brain’s power, particularly as it ages.

Dementia — its causes and cures — is still a mystery to the best medical minds. Experienced experts even disagree on the best ways to avoid or alleviate its ravages.

Play mental agility games, such as crossword puzzles, some say. Learn a language to foster the brain’s flexibility. Travel. Join social groups. Stay active. Exercise to maintain a healthy blood flow to the brain. Eat foods containing chemicals that stimulate brain activity and cells.

All of these are safe and sane advice for anyone wishing to stay healthy.

But there’s still no cure for such degenerative brain diseases as Alzheimer’s. The inexo-

Alzheimer’s disease ambushes a new victim every minute. More than 5 million people in this country reportedly suffer from it. That number is expected to triple over the next three decades as the population ages.

Anecdotes and stories by friends, families and caregivers dealing with victims of this and other debilitating neurological diseases hurt the heart. Helplessly, they watch the frustration and falling away of their loved one, all the while trying to rationalize what is happening.

The recurring theme is that these caregivers cannot realize, accept, come to grips with or face the fact that the person they once knew is fading away. The once-witty wife becomes a slug. The once-creative dad gathers dust in the corner. This also victimizes the caregivers.

Much has been learned about brain functions and malfunctions over recent years from work with war veterans and athletes in such violent sports as hockey and football.

Researchers hope that, with pressure applied by the aging phalanx of some 75 million baby boomers, more attention will be devoted to exploring the brain.

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North Webster Town

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tion for ARPA money. The council approved offering the 2023 ARPA funds to the North Webster Lions Club, North Webster American Legion and perhaps a third nonprofit group.

During the meeting, the council approved a monthly wastewater increase of $4 beginning March 2023 to fund infrastructure improvements in the system. It was noted wastewater rates have not increased for several years. A more intensive rate study will be conducted in 2023.

The council also reapproved premium pay for town employees for 2023 of $2 per hour. Additionally, town employees will receive a 3% pay increase in 2023, with the exception of Police Chief Greg Church, whose salary is already topped out according to the town’s current pay scale.

Town employee health insurance rates and HSA funding also were discussed. Luce said the town has been looking into changing providers. She noted that while benefits will be the same, the costs for coverage will decrease. The council agreed to reappropriate its savings to help lower the costs for family health insurance coverage for employees.

In a final gesture, the council approved giving Luce the laptop computer she has been using. It was noted that the computer will no longer have access to the town’s server after Luce’s separation of employment.

No matter how often you say, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away,” it doesn’t diminish the importance of the message.

Nutritionists generally agree that the fruit that caused the downfall of Adam and Eve is not to be discarded, because it contains, among other beneficial ingredients, fiber and antioxidants. And eat them with the peel, where most of the antioxidants are concentrated.

The apple is among the weapons available to help in the body’s ongoing battle against certain types of cancers, diabetes, high blood pressure and arthritis, as well as battling headaches and viruses.

No food does everything, but each is pretty good when combined with your daily diet.

Garlic gets a bad rap because of its aromatic behavior after being eaten, but it offers antibiotic and anti-inflammatory properties, as do onions.

Dark chocolate also is an anti-

Avocados boost the ability to absorb nutrients from other foods and are excellent sources of potassium, as are pomegranates, which lower blood pressure and promote good circulation.

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Solina (Brown), lifelong resident of Syracuse, passed away peacefully at Grace Village Retirement Community in Winona Lake on Monday,

Accidents/Incidents

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents and incidents:

Accidents 7:11 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27, East CR 350N, east of North Airport Road, Warsaw. Driver: Jo A. Eccles, 40, South Main Street, North Webster. Eccles’s vehicle hit a dear. Damage up to $2,500. 5:46 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27, East CR 750N, west of North CR 300E, Leesburg. Driver: Nathan L. Ott, 48, East Harper Road, Leesburg. Ott attempted to avoid hitting two deer on the roadway. His vehicle left the roadway and rolled into a grass covered property with two rows of small pine trees. Damage up to $25,000.

1:11 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 26, East US 30, north of South SR 13, Pierceton. Drivers: James P. Bilot, 20, Michigan Avenue, Swarthmore, Pa.; and Courtney N. Cox, 31, EMS B1A Lane, Leesburg. Bilot disregarded a red light and hit Cox’s vehicle. The accident caused Bilot’s vehicle to leave the roadway and hit road signs near the northwest corner of the intersection. Bilot complained of neck pain after the accident. Damage up to $25,000.

11:16 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25, East CR 200N, west of North CR 400E, Warsaw. Driver: Douglas R. Macklin, 62, EMS B33A Lane, Warsaw. Macklin’s vehicle hit a deer. Damage up to $10,000.

7:15 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 24, North Old SR 15, south of West CR 800N, Leesburg. Driver: Melissa E. Rees, 55, Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw. Rees was traveling south on North Old SR 15 when her vehicle left the roadway and hit a NIPSCO utility pole. No injuries were reported. Damage up to $25,000.

6:14 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 22, North Turkey Creek Road, north of East CR 1000N, Syracuse.

Driver: Ryan M. Pauwels, 28, North Candy Cane Lane, Cromwell. Pauwels was traveling north on North Turkey Creek Road when his vehicle left the roadway. Damage up to $2,500.

Incidents

12:34 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 24, 400 block North Huntington Street, Syracuse. Adam N. Shartzer reported robbery. Value $550.

12:41 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23, 300 block East CR 1250N, Milford. Officers investigated a report of a family fight.

12:25 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23, 4000 block East Oldfield Drive, Leesburg. Joel N. Holder reported a hit-and-run vehicle accident.

4:02 p.m. Monday, Nov. 21, 9200

block East Koher Road South, Syracuse. Benjamin T. Shue reported a burglary.

North Webster

Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following accident: Accident 11:39 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23, East CR 600N, east of North CR 950E, North Webster. Driver: Brandi N. Hunter, 37, East South Barbee Drive, Pierceton. Hunter looked down at her cellphone. When she looked up, she didn’t have enough time to stop and hit a guard rail. Damage up to $10,000.

Syracuse

Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following accident and made the following arrest:

Accident 6:40 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23, West Main Street, south of West Railroad Avenue, Syracuse. Driver: Hillary W. Long, 29, North Main Street, Syracuse. Long was traveling south toward the intersection and took a westbound right turn too sharp, causing her vehicle to go into the ditch. Damage up to $5,000. Arrest 10:02 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23, North Main Street and West Railroad Avenue, Syracuse. An officer executed a traffic stop on a speeding vehicle. Driver Sandra D. Wray, 58, West First Street, Milford, was found to be under the influence of alcohol and failed field sobriety testing. Wray was booked into Kosciusko County Jail for operating while intoxicated and refusal to submit to chemical testing.

Warsaw

Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accident:

Accident 10:17 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 22, 3350 Lake City Highway, Warsaw. Driver: Barton L. Black, 83, North CR 700E, Syracuse. Black was traveling south through a parking lot when his vehicle hit a concrete post. Damage up to $5,000.

Goshen

Officers with the Goshen Police Department investigated the following incidents: Incidents 8:55 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25, South Main Street and River Vista Drive, Goshen. Jessica Wilson, 29, Cromwell, was found to be in possession of marijuana and paraphernalia during a traffic stop. Wilson was released with a pending court date.

3:05 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23, 1000 block Lincoln Avenue, Goshen. David William Cripe of Syracuse reported vandalism. 1:49 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23, 100 block South Main Street, Goshen. Julia C.H. Watkins of Milford reported the theft of her purse.

Jail Bookings

Kosciusko County

The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

Nov. 28 — Amanda Mae Lent, 39, 700 N. Harrison St., Syracuse, possession of methamphetamine. Bond: $5,250 surety and cash.

Nov. 28 — Joshua James Warren, 35, 38 EMS B38 Lane, Leesburg, possession of cocaine or a narcotic drug, possession of hypodermic syringe or needle and possession of methamphetamine. Bond: $5,250 surety and cash.

Nov. 27 — Gavin Jack Harris, 20, 2939 E. Lapoint Drive, Milford, intimidation and felony probation violation. Bond: $15,750 surety and cash.

Nov. 26 — Elizabeth Ann Yuraitis, 25, 8822 E. Backwater Road, North Webster, possession of cannabis products, possession of a legend drug or precursor and possession of paraphernalia. Bond: $5,250 surety and cash.

Nov. 26 — Jasmine Marie Rhodes, 25, 8822 E. Backwater Road, North Webster, possession of cannabis products and possession of a legend drug or precursor. Bond: $5,250 surety and cash.

Nov. 25 — Robin Michelle Smith, 38, 13509 N. Warner Road, Syracuse, domestic battery with a deadly weapon. Bond: $6,000 surety and cash.

Nov. 24 — Sandra D. Wray, 58, 507 W. First St., Milford, operating a vehicle while intoxicated and refusal to submit to a chemical test. Bond: $700 cash.

Nov. 24 — Vanessa Ann Mayhew, 40, 14698 CR 52, Syracuse, disorderly conduct. Bond: $300 cash.

Nov. 23 — Paula Renee Shuey, 48, 107 1/2 E. Carroll St., Syracuse, operating a vehicle while intoxicated, driving while suspended prior and refusal to submit to a chemical test. Bond: $700 cash.

Nov. 22 — Cecil George Edward Caudill, 46, 9485 E. Backwater Road, North Webster, operating a vehicle while intoxicated with a BAC of 0.15 or more and on a warrant. Bond: $700 cash.

Nov. 22 — Roger Eugene Kilty, 59, 4 EMS T15B Lane, Leesburg, operating a vehicle while intoxicated. Bond: $700 cash.

By JOYCE ARLEEN CORSON, Guest Columnist and Master Gardener

Autumnal affection

Out of normal seasonal growth patterns, Joyce Corson collected the “bonsai-size” leaves from her northern red and scarlet oak as they fell to the ground. They may have thought it was time to grow again.

Did we skip winter? Changing to a nonfreezing November, until lately, the leaves began anew and thought it was spring.

Her yellow and orange Christmas cacti were growing briskly where she had pushed both to the back with her “house plants” on summer vacation. They enjoyed a summer rainstorm once in a while until she brought them in on a freeze date in September, including a tiny zinnia.

Christmas cactus (schlumbergera truncata) the yellow and orange, is also known as Thanksgiving cactus, holiday cactus or crab cactus. The crab name refers to the leaf-shaped stem segments that have curved, pointed teeth or claws along the edges. The Easter cactus (schlumbergera buckleyi) has rounded edges on its leaf segments. They all originated in southeast costal Brazil in shady, humid forests.

They are classified as epiphytes because they live above the ground in the trees, in areas where branches meet and decomposing fallen leaves

and mosses collect. Even though this plant bears the name of cactus, the care it requires has nothing to do with its desert relatives.

The Christmas cactus is a thermo-photoperiodic plant. The formation of the bud is dependent on a particular combination of day length and temperature. In the Northern Hemisphere these plants will begin the blooming process when the length of day is approximately equal to the length of the night and when the temperature is in the range of 50-60 degrees Fahrenheit. Old timers Corson knew said they need to feel 40 degrees to set bud.

That did not happen with hers this year, and they bloomed Nov. 1, sharing tight spots with succulent neighbor plants. They are ready for her Thanksgiving dinner like she knew they would be. She had never seen yellow Zygocactus and orange Schlumbergera before and thought they would make a great accent with golden roasted turkey, butternut squash and pumpkin pie. That was her purpose in buying them last year.

A young boy who lived in the jungle had prayed God to give him a little sign of Christmas in his hot and humid world. As Christmas approached, he prayed even more,

but still nothing. On Christmas day, though, he stepped out of his hut to realize that the jungle had filled with flowers overnight. Cacti growing on the branches of the surrounding trees had all started to bloom at the same time. Moreover, with their weeping habit, they looked just like Christmas bells. And so another Christmas legend was born.

SPEC walkathon gearing up

REAL Services and was very good. The members of the board were there to serve all our guests. Captain Bob was there to entertain us. It was truly a wonderful day.

We had another busy week here at the center.

Tuesday, Nov. 22, we had our annual Thanksgiving luncheon and it was a total success with 32 in attendance. The food was catered by

Convicted child molester arrested on new charges

A convicted child molester has been arrested on new molesting charges.

Andrew Steven Finch, 37, 3793 N. SR 15, No. 1, Warsaw, is charged with three counts of child molesting with aggravating circumstances , all level 1 felonies; and child molesting, a level 4 felony.

On Aug. 25, a Milford Police officer responded to a child molestation report. The officer spoke with a woman who said a child was molested twice by Finch.

According to court documents, the woman said Finch babysat her children. He was around her home since June to hang out. The woman said she was unaware

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Finch was a registered sex offender.

On Aug. 26, the child was interviewed at the Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center. During this interview, the child described what occurred and said the molestations occurred multiple times.

Finch was previously convicted of child molesting in Kosciusko County after charges were filed in

January 2017. Through this conviction, Finch is a registered sex offender and was on parole at the time of the August incident.

In April 2018, Finch was sentenced on two counts of child molesting and one count of possession of child pornography. He received a 12-year prison sentence, with more than one year of jail time credit. Finch was later placed on probation in July 2020.

Documents have been filed by

the Kosciusko County Prosecutor’s Office regarding the state’s intent to seek a repeat sexual offender enhancement against Finch.

For the August case, Finch was booked in the Kosciusko County Jail Nov. 28, with a $101,000 surety and cash bond. As part of his bond conditions, Finch cannot be alone with anyone under the age of 18 and cannot leave Indiana.

We were closed Thursday and Friday to observe Thanksgiving. I hope all of you enjoyed time with family and friends.

We are gearing up for our biggest fundraiser of the year — our annual walkathon. We will be sending out letters this coming week. Come on in and sign up for it. We have great prizes, and it’s such a good place to walk when the weather is so bad.

They haven’t told us what our Christmas lunch will be yet, but normally they serve bone-in ham with all the fixings. I am not sure about the day either, but keep in mind we only have seating for 40 people. Call me at (574) 834-1600, ext. 224, and let me know if you would like to join us.

The center is turning into a Christmas wonderland. Decorations are going up every day and the Kiwanis trees are going up in the halls. It sure makes our walking track a lot more interesting. Hope to see you soon. Until then, stay safe and healthy.

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The following couple have filed a marriage dissolution in Kosciusko Superior and Circuit Courts: Anderson — Emma R. Anderson, Leesburg, and Greg A. Anderson, Leesburg. Married: Dec. 3, 2011. Separated: no date listed. There are three minor children.

Elkhart County

The following couple have filed a marriage dissolution in Elkhart County Superior Court III: Stanley — William Stanley, Goshen, and Eva Stanley, North

Webster. With children.

Evictions

The following evictions have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Oakwood Resort LLC v. Jakob Kneller and Roni Newsome, $1,450

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The following infraction has been filed in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Speeding — Dakota I. Pass, Leesburg, $160.50

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Veteran John Hurd recalls life in Milford

getting ready for bed and my mom came up and asked me if I dropped something. I jokingly said to her that I think the oil refinery blew up,” he said.

United States Army veteran John Hurd was born in Milford in 1936. “The water mains were freezing in Milford at that time. I was born in the back bedroom at the corner of 4th and James streets,” said Hurd.

“When my dad, Eldon Hurd, came home from World War II, we bought the brick house on Main Street and dad eventually started his dental business there. My mom, Agnes Hurd, started keeping the books for Sharp Hardware in 1939 and worked there all the way through the war years. She eventually started helping my dad with his dental business until the time he passed away in 1963.

“During the war years, she worked at the hardware store during the day before I started school and my grandmother babysat me. She didn’t have any toys. I remember playing with a cardboard box and an old blue porcelain cooking cover and that was my steering wheel,”Hurd said, laughing.

“After World War II, there was an oil refinery right outside of Milford. Around 1950 or 1951, it caught fire and one of the storage tank lids blew off and landed near the old Felkner house. I was

Hurd switched gears and mentioned the Honor Flight he was on in 2017. “I really wanted every veteran in this town to be able to go. If they get the opportunity, they need to do it because you are king for a day. There were World War II veterans as well. We went to the Holocaust Memorial. We went to the Indiana Veteran’s War Memorial. They have a memorial for veterans of every state in the Union,” he said.

“I was active from 1954-1957.

I graduated from Milford High in 1954. I worked for Maurice Beer on his farm during the summer months in high school and enlisted on Oct. 12, 1954.

“I ended up in Army security. I received top secret clearance. We intercepted military and diplomatic radio traffic in those days. We copied the world and the world copied us. I went to Fort Devens and went to code school where I learned Morse code. One of the company mottoes was, ‘In God we trust, all others we copy.’ I was an E-5 when I left the Army. I was a specialist second class.

“I remember the feed mill and Wilbur Baumgartner’s coal and ice. He had an ice busi-

ness and used to make ice out at Milford Lake. The coal company was down on that end, east of the tracks. They unloaded it off of the railroad car and shoveled it on and off,” said Hurd.

“The telephone office was where the old NAPA store is by the library. There were party lines and everyone would listen in to them. If a fire call came in, they had the old plugs to pull out and plug in. During a fire call they called all the fire men on their phone lines. If you called someone on the party line in those days, half the community could listen in. Times have changed so much.

“I was married to Carol on March 23, 1958. I eventually went to work for NIPSCO in 1959 and retired in 1997. I spent 28 years in the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s reserves and retired in 2002. I then hauled parts for Jenkins Automotive and retired in 2015 when I was 80 years old.

“I used to be a student manager for the school basketball team. Everyone went to the Melody Cafe after a ballgame. Paul Kaiser owned it at the time. So did the Mangeses.

“There were so many businesses on that block — the glove factory, the Five and Dime Store, the bank, the old Wuthrich plumbing shop, the hotel, Fuller’s General Store, three dental businesses, a barber shop and Mary Thomas’s Chevrolet.

“I’ve seen a lot of change in this town. I’ve seen a lot of people come and go. I have always liked this town. Other than going to the Army for three years, I’ve been in and around this community all my life,” he said.

Mobile Meals drivers

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

Syracuse Drivers Dec. 5-9

MONDAY — M. Smith

TUESDAY — P. & L. Stump

WEDNESDAY — D. & K. Matz

THURSDAY — B. Martz FRIDAY — K. Young

Milford Drivers Dec. 5-9

MONDAY — Webb TUESDAY — D. Haney

WEDNESDAY — J. & C. Wagoner

THURSDAY — J. Redman

FRIDAY — Weisser North Webster Drivers Dec. 5-9

MONDAY — G. Smith

TUESDAY — Bart’s Watersports

WEDNESDAY — R. Chambers

THURSDAY — R. Chambers FRIDAY — J. Parcell

Lady Warrior basketball team dominates West Noble Lady Chargers

The Lady Warriors jumped to a hot start right out of the gate

Tuesday night on their way to defeating the West Noble Lady Chargers, 47-30. Wawasee sophomore guard Mackenzie Hackleman drilled a three-pointer from the right cor-

Wrestling Boys wrestling — Nov. 26: November Super Duals. Wawasee defeated South Bend Washington, 84-0; Wawasee defeated Warsaw, 61-18; Wawasee defeated Fairfield, 6313; Wawasee defeated North Miami, 53-19; Wawasee defeated Fort Wayne South Side, 84-0. Wawasee finished in first place. Wawasee wrestler Logan Stuckman was the most outstanding wrestler of the day.

Basketball JV boys basketball — Nov. 26 lost to Angola 38-35.

JV girls basketball — Nov. 29 defeated West Noble 52-13. Emerson Krull led Wawasee with 20 points and Kylie Perkins added 18.

Freshman boys basketball — Nov. 28 defeated West Noble 51-19.

Swimming Boys swimming — Nov. 29 defeated Mishawaka. The boys swimming team swept first place in every event. Boys 200 Yard Medley Relay: Nathan Harper, Nate Kryder,

Stone Shipley, Dakota Nguyen, 1:49.75; Boys 200 Yard Free: Noah Mettham, 2:04.38; Boys 200 Yard IM: Nathan Harper, 2:08.21; Boys 50 Yard Free: Dakota Nguyen, 25.18; Boys 1 Mtr Diving: Issac Winters, 171.20; Boys 100 Yard Fly: Nate Kryder, 56.77; Boys 100 Yard Free: Dakota Nguyen, 56.23; Boys 400 Yard Free Relay: Noah Mettham, Zach Kryder, Keegan Hurst, Ivan Meier, 3:53.03.

Girls swimming — Nov. 29 defeated Mishawaka. The girls swimming team took first place in every event with the exception of girls diving. Girls 200 Yard Medley Relay: Alexis Misher, Kiah Farrington, Addison Beasley, Joscelyn Gibbs, 1:55.25; Girls 200 Yard Free: Hayden Neer, 2:08.45; Girls 200 Yard IM: Addison Beasley, 2:15.84; Girls 50 Yard Free: Kiah Farrington, 26.44; Girls 1 Mtr Diving: Lilly Deeds (MISH) 178.85; Girls 100 Yard Fly: Alexis Mishler, 1:05.01; Girls 100 Yard Free: Julie Mishler, 51.29.

ner, giving the Lady Warriors a 10-2 lead with 3:33 left in the first quarter. Hackleman scored eight of her team’s first 10 points.

Wawasee sophomore forward Olivia Horn had a rebound putback, making the score 12-4 with 1:30 left in the first quarter. The Lady Warriors led 12-4 after one quarter.

Both teams went cold to start the second quarter. Wawasee sophomore guard Lucy Wilkinson broke the ice by nailing a three from the left wing, putting her team up 15-4 with 4:43 left in the second quarter.

Hackleman had a rebound putback basket to give the Lady Warriors a 17-4 advantage with 3:30 left in the second quarter.

The Lady Chargers went on a

mini scoring run to close the second quarter. They closed the gap to 20-10 with under a minute remaining. Horn hit a jump shot from the top of the key to give the Lady Warriors a 22-10 lead at the break.

Both teams traded baskets throughout the third quarter, with the Lady Warriors slightly increasing their lead to 33-18 heading into the fourth quarter.

The final quarter was very competitive as the Lady Warriors outscored the Lady Chargers 1412. Ultimately, the Lady Warriors used an early cushion to ride their way to victory after a dominating first two quarters.

Hackleman led the Lady Warriors with 23 points. Horn chipped in seven points.

Warrior boys basketball team victorious over Angola, 56-44

The Warrior varsity boys basketball team was victorious over Angola, 56-44, Saturday, Nov. 26, at Angola.

The two teams traded baskets and were neck-in-neck throughout the first two quarters. Angola led Wawasee 25-24 at halftime. There were seven lead changes throughout the game, with the score being tied on four occasions.

The Warrior defense tightened up in the third quarter, holding Angola to just six points. Wawasee outscored Angola 32-19 in the second half. Angola shot only 28.6% in the second half, going six for 21 from the field.

Senior center Collin Roberson was dominant down low, pulling down nine rebounds. Junior forward Carson Smith was active on the boards, grabbing five re-

bounds. Sophomore guard Myles Everingham was busy getting his teammates involved, dishing out four assists. Smith dished out three assists.

Wawasee shot 76.2% from the free throw line, hitting 16 of 21 shots. The Warriors nailed six three-pointers and held Angola scoreless from threepoint range. Sophomore guard Maddux Everingham was hot throughout the night, making four three-pointers. The Warriors scored 13 points off nine Angola turnovers.

Maddux Everingham led all scorers with 20 points. Myles Everingham added 14 points. Junior forward Collin Ziebarth scored 13 points. Lane King led Angola with 15 points and nine rebounds.

The Warriors have split their first two games of the season. Next game: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2, at Manchester.

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Syracuse Police Department recognized for their efforts

10 YEARS AGO, NOV. 28, 2012

Greg Bushong celebrated his 90th birthday for which his kids threw him a very nice birthday open house at the Syracuse Community Center.

Joe Martin claimed he knew something was up when everyone kept stalling and stopping places with him Saturday but it was still a surprise how many people showed up at Huntington Street Bar and Grill for his 60th birthday.

Brandon and Carri Carr, Syracuse, are the parents of a daughter, Paiton Denise, born at 6:31 a.m. Nov. 21 in IU Health Goshen Hospital.

20 YEARS AGO, NOV. 27, 2002

The Syracuse Police Department was recognized for its outstanding efforts at the Governor’s Council on Impaired and Dangerous Driving annual traffic safety banquet. Syracuse received the Grand Champion award among small police departments, population of less than 5,000, and in

addition to a plaque, received a $4,000 grant.

Greg and Cassie Wiggs, Syracuse, are the parents of a son, Thomas Edwin, born at 6:21 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 17, in Kosciusko Community Hospital.

Syracuse-Wawasee Garden Club Christmas Bell Walk homes have been designated. Homes on the tour will be the homes of Todd and Angel Oesch; Tim and Robin Stiffler and Bud and Jill Stiffler; John and Bess Stetler; and the Syracuse Community Center, including the Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum.

30 YEARS AGO, NOV. 25, 1992

Allen and Carol Avery, Syracuse, will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28, 1992, at their home. Friends and family are welcome to attend the party in honor of the couple.

Some time ago it was noted in this column that former Syracuse resident Dan Culler would be writing a book about his early years

in the Syracuse-Lake Wawasee area, along with his war years and working life. Well, the first volume is off the presses and he has sent a copy to the Mail-Journal for a review. The book is entitled “The Circle of Thorns.”

Dee Muraski, secretary for the Syracuse Public Works Department on Conrad Street, recently spent her vacation with her sister and family in Indianapolis. Dee presently lives at Sellers Lake but is building a new home in the Wawasee Heights area.

40 YEARS AGO, DEC. 1, 1982

Sara Kline, a third grader at Syracuse, says, “I’m going to get my mom some earrings for Christmas because she likes earrings. I might get my dad some tools that he needs for work.”

Ray Messer, also a third grader at Syracuse, stated, “I’m going to get some screwdrivers for my dad. He likes to work on the car.”

Mr. and Mrs. Allen (Sheryl) Coy, Syracuse, are the parents of a daughter, Heather Marie, born

Tuesday, Nov. 23, at 4:47 p.m. in Goshen Hospital. She weighed six pounds, eleven ounces and was 20 inches long.

“The need of helping someone, good friends you have within the department itself lasts a lifetime and fellowship.” These are the reasons why Kenny Johnson, Syracuse, has been a volunteer fireman for Syracuse the past 13 years.

50 YEARS AGO, NOV. 29, 1972

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Flores r 2 Syracuse, are the parents of a daughter born at Goshen hospital on Tuesday, Nov. 14.

Mr. and Mrs. Donald Arnett, r 2 Syracuse, are the parents of a daughter born on Thursday, Nov. 23, at Goshen hospital.

Final plans are being made for the third Christmas Bell Walk by the Syracuse-Wawasee Garden club according to president Mrs. Ralph Clingaman. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Prickett and family, the Moore family, Mr. and Mrs. Robbins and the Roger Heintzelmans were all included on the walk.

Leesburg keeps Candelaria tradition alive

The town of Leesburg will be illuminating their streets for the annual Candelaria and Christmas party event 6-8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10. Bring out the kids to see Santa, who will coming to town at 6 p.m. There will be cookies and refreshments such as coffee and hot chocolate at the old firehouse in downtown Leesburg.

There are anywhere from 1,000 to 1,500 luminaries — paper lanterns — lining the streets for this event each year. This year, volunteers from Leesburg Mighty Farmers 4-H Club and one of the Boy Scout troops will be helping put together and light the luminaries. Christina Archer, who has spearheaded the event for a number of years, expressed a lot of gratitude for the volunteers.

“None of this would be possible without the volunteers or the encouragement and help from the community. It is so nice to be able to carry on the tradition for our small town,” Archer stated.

The volunteers will be working

on the luminaries through the week and will arrive at 4:30 p.m. the day of the event to start setting them up and lighting them.

The tradition is carried on by the volunteers who dedicate their time and energy to setting it up, local businesses who help financially support the event and those who continue to come out to enjoy it.

Share the joy of the holiday season at the Candelaria, an event for the community, made by the community.

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Kiwanis Club. After breakfast, the kids can visit with Santa and have their picture taken by volunteers from the Knights of Columbus Council 6323.

There will also be an opportunity to make a craft with helpers from Lakeland Youth Center and the Syracuse Public Library, listen to the Wawasee High School Christmas Band and visit the Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum to make some reindeer food. It’s said a sprinkling of this

magical treat on the front yard ensures the reindeer get to everyone’s house Christmas Eve.

Members of Boy Scout Troop

728 will also

on hand with cookies and milk.

Neighborhood Fresh is providing the food for the event.

Campbell’s Market wins top team honors in men’s bowling tournament

10 YEARS AGO, NOV. 28, 2012

Milford Utilities Department spent time Monday setting up Christmas wreaths around town.

The new wreaths are 5 feet in diameter and adorned with rainbow lights and bulbs. They will be on street lights on Main Street and some side streets in the downtown area during the holiday season.

Young Arrington Krull made a very generous, special donation recently. According to her mother, Lissa Krull, the third grade student at Milford School heard about the Locks of Love hair donation program when she was only 4 years old. Last week, Lisa Ensz cut Arrington’s hair for the first time in eight and a half years. The nearly 12 inches of hair the little girl gave up will

be used to make wigs for cancer patients.

20 YEARS AGO, NOV. 27, 2002

John Beer, a student in Paige Keim’s third-grade class, sported a Native American war bonnet, also known as a headdress. For three weeks the students at Milford Elementary School have been learning the various cultures and different tribes of Native Americans for a Thanksgiving project.

Rob Hamilton and Steven Marquart were found on Milford’s Main Street Tuesday hanging the town Christmas lights. Milford Utilities Department continues to better the community.

Marc and Jodi Beer, Milford, are the parents of a son, Justin Alan, born at 3:02 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19, in Goshen General Hospital. He weighed 7 pounds,

6 ounces and was 19 1/2 inches long.

30 YEARS AGO, NOV. 25, 1992

The Stanley Custer family have stated they will donate land on Main Street in Milford for a town park. The property measures 52 1/2-foot by 163-foot and is located to the north of the town’s community building. To be included are trees to offer shade on hot summer days, a band stand which could be used for various programs including the library’s summer series for children, a pond, walking paths, flowers, benches for senior citizens, decorative lamp posts to match those on Main Street and a shade arbor.

Jason Haab, 13-year-old son of Dana and Maureen Haab of Milford, recently attended the

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North American International Livestock Exposition held in Louisville, Ky. The exposition is a multi-day event held each year, which brings together many of the top American breeders and their champion livestock from all over the country. Jason attended the event as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Gary Polk and their son, Josh, of Leesburg.

40 YEARS AGO, DEC. 1, 1982

Campbell’s Market of Milford walked off with top honors in the Syracuse Bowling Association’s men’s tournament. The Milford team won scratch with 2,758. Dari Point was the handicap team winner with 3,035.

Scott Fox, son of Mr. and Mrs. Dallas E. Fox, 17603 CR 48, New Paris, has been named

Fairfield High School’s DAR Good Citizen. This award is based on leadership, dependability, patriotism and service and these qualities must be demonstrated to a high degree.

A very successful open house was held at Smith Flower and Gift Shop over the past week end where visitors were greeted by the theme “An Old Fashion Christmas.” Holly leaves were presented to the women who visited the shop and the youngsters received balloons.

50 YEARS AGO, NOV. 29, 1972

Brownie troop 222 of Milford held its investiture ceremony at the Milford fire station at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 19. The second year brownies were in charge of the service. They are Sheli Miller, Angela Hostetler, Tammy

Ryman, Greta Hurd and Joni Schultz.

Action was brisk and loud at the Pinewood Derby of Milford Cub Scouts and Webelos Monday night at the Milford fire station. The cars were made by the boys with a little help from their dads, each car from an individual block of wood. Mike White is Cub Master of the Milford area.

Another queen has been chosen and her name is Susanne Dewart. Susan, a former resident of Milford now residing in Hickory, S.C., where she won the “Miss Hickory” contest. Her next step according to her parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Dewart, who were in Milford over the Thanksgiving holidays, is the state contest.

Community center decorated with 36 Christmas trees

10 YEARS AGO, NOV. 28, 2012

North Webster-Tippecanoe

Township Fire Department has been busy getting new dry fire hydrants installed throughout the area. Dry hydrants can draw on standing bodies of water and help to reduce area homeowners’ insurance rates.

You all need to get inside the North Webster Community Center and see all of the 36 decorated Christmas trees. Various community groups have done the decorating and they are so neat. Free admission to take a look at them any time NWCC is open and you can vote for your favorites, one cent equals one vote. Each tree has a tin next to it for the money. The event

is sponsored by the Lakeland Kiwanis Club of North Webster.

The fifth annual North Webster Lions Club turkey dinners giveaway was held recently. The Lions Club provides a complete meal to a few needy families in the community who would be without Thanksgiving dinner. This year they gave away five meals to families in need.

20 YEARS AGO, NOV. 27, 2002

In nearly the blink of an eye, all of the mermaids were gone.

“Response was phenomenal,” exclaimed North Webster Lions Club member Steve Ward. Just last Wednesday it was announced in The Mail-Journal that the North Webster Lions were selling 10 of the hand-painted wooden

mermaids that have graced the streets of North Webster every summer since 1962.

During the months of November, North Webster kindergarten students talked about things for which they are thankful. As part of this discussion, the children completed a service project. The project involved collecting nonperishable food, canned or boxed, and paper products and taking them to the North Webster Area Community Services food bank.

Pat Rader, vice president, opened the November meeting of Tippy Lee Club held in the home of Katie Shively recently. It was announced the club’s Christmas dinner party and gift exchange are planned for December with

10th annual Mallane Family Spaghetti Supper set for Saturday, Dec. 3

The 10th annual Mallane Family Spaghetti and Meatball Supper will be held from noon until 8 p.m. or sold out Saturday, Dec. 3, at American Legion Post 223, 1008 S. Huntington St., Syracuse.

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2023 BOARD MEETINGS

1. January 17, 2023

2. February 14, 2023

3. March 14, 2023

4. April 11, 2023

5. May 9, 2023

6. June 6, 2023

7. July 18, 2023

8. August 15, 2023

9. September 12, 2023

10. October 10, 2023

11. November 21, 2023

12. December 19, 2023

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DISTRICT 2023 BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE

November 16, 2022

January 18, 2023

February 15, 2023

March 15, 2023

April 19, 2023

May 17, 2023

June 21, 2023

July 19, 2023

August 16, 2023

September 20, 2023

October 18, 2023

November 15, 2023

December 20, 2023

Meetings are scheduled for the third Wednesday of each month. All meetings start at 6pm.

The meeting location is:

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3rd Thursday of each Month

1:00pm Old Courtroom January 19, 2023 February 16, 2023 March 16, 2023 April 20, 2023 May 18, 2023 June 15, 2023 July 20, 2023 August 17, 2023 September 21, 2023 October 19, 2023 November 16, 2023 December 21, 2023

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All proceeds go toward Toys for Tots and there will be a collection box available for those who want to drop off a new toy for Toys for Tots.

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2nd Thursday of each Month

6:00pm Old Courtroom January 12, 2023 February 9, 2023 March 9, 2023 April 13, 2023 May 11, 2023 June 8, 2023 July 13, 2023 August 10, 2023 September 14, 2023 (Budget Public Hearing) October 12, 2023 (Budget Adoption) November 9, 2023 December 14, 2023 hspaxlp

NOTICE OF MEETING REGARDING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A RESIDENTIAL HOUSING PROGRAM

Notice is hereby given that the Kosciusko County Redevelopment Commission (the “Commission”) is considering establishing a residential housing development program in a certain portion of Etna Green, Indiana, in accordance with Indiana Code 36-7-14-53.

Notice is further given that the Commission, will conduct a meeting on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at 1:30 p.m. (local time), in the Old Courtroom located on the third floor of the Kosciusko County Courthouse, 121 N. Lake St, Warsaw, Indiana, at which time those in attendance will be afforded an opportunity to learn more about the proposed residential housing development program and express their views regarding the proposed program.

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NOTICE OF MEETING REGARDING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A RESIDENTIAL HOUSING PROGRAM

Notice is hereby given that the Kosciusko County Redevelopment Commission (the “Commission”) is considering establishing a residential housing development program in a certain portion of Turkey Creek Township, Indiana, specifically the former South Shore Golf Course, in accordance with Indiana Code 36-7-14-53.

officers in charge. The exact date and location is to be announced. Shively gave the meditation.

30 YEARS AGO, NOV. 25, 1992

The North Webster United Methodist Church Christmas cookie walk will be held from 1-4 p.m. Dec. 5, in the church’s family center.

Mr. and Mrs. Tom Willman and Sam Willman, Leesburg, and Peggy Willman, Warsaw, spent Nov. 8 in Marion, where they attended a party given in honor of the 90th birthday of Mr. Willman’s father, Paul A. Willman.

40 YEARS AGO, DEC. 1, 1982

Communities across America celebrate the Christmas season with a community Christmas tree. In Kosciusko County, North Webster will have its very own

Christmas tree. North Webster residents have a chance to get into the spirit of the season Dec. 12 when the Lakeland Kiwanis Club of North Webster lights a giant Christmas tree.

The Beacon Sunday school class from North Webster Church of the Brethren recently enjoyed a buffet dinner served at the home of Rev. and Mrs. Paul Shrider of North Manchester.

Roll call for the Nov. 22 meeting of the Lakeland Quilting Club was conducted by Jessie Wainscott. As each member responded, she was presented with a hand-crocheted turkey lapel pin made by Rita Slankard. The meeting was held at the home of Miriam Mason, Webster Lake.

50 YEARS AGO, NOV. 29, 1972

All four rooms of the second grade class at North Webster School enjoyed an educational field trip last week to Kendallville. Mrs. Pryor, Mrs. Turner, Mrs. Garr, and Miss Roberts are the second-grade teachers.

Mrs. Donald Ferverda was hostess to the Hi Neighbors Club last week. The 12 members and two children present spent the day visiting. Mrs. Bernard Roberts won the door prize.

2023 REDEVELOPMENT

COMMISSION MEETING DATES Quarterly Meetings 1:30 pm in the Old Court Room

Mandatory January Meeting & 1st Quarter January 3, 2023 (Tuesday) – 1:30 PM March 9, 2023 – 1:30 PM May 11, 2023 – 1:30 PM July 13, 2023 – 1:30 PM September 14, 2023 – 1:30 PM November 9, 2023 – 1:30 PM

ARPA COMMITTEE MEETINGS 2023

Meetings are held at 1 p.m. in the Old Courtroom, 3rd Floor of the Courthouse January 11, 2023 March 8, 2023 May 10, 2023 July 12, 2023 September 13, 2023 November 8, 2023 hspaxlp

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY CONVENTION, RECREATION AND VISITOR COMMISSION

All meetings will begin at 9:00am 2023 Meeting Dates January 18, 2023 March 8, 2023 May 10, 2023 (Budget Review) July 12, 2023 September 13, 2023 November 8, 2023 hspaxlp

NOTICE OF HEARING

Board of Trustees

Mandatory January 2024 Meeting January 2, 2024 (Tuesday) – 1:30 PM In accordance with IC 36-7-25-8, the Redevelopment Commission will present to the overlapping taxing units the budget for tax increment revenues collected within each allocation area, the long-term plan for each allocation area and the impact of each allocation area on the overlapping taxing units. hspaxlp

COMMISSIONER’S MEETING

DATES

Bi-Weekly Tuesdays 9:00 am in Old Courtroom

January 3, 2023

January 17, 2023

January 31, 2023

February 14, 2023

February 28, 2023

March 14, 2023

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April 11, 2023

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July 3, 2023 (Monday)

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November 6, 2023 (Monday)

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Notice is further given that the Commission, will conduct a meeting on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. (local time), in the Old Courtroom located on the third floor of the Kosciusko County Courthouse, 121 N. Lake St, Warsaw, Indiana, at which time those in attendance will be afforded an opportunity to learn more about the proposed residential housing development program and express their views regarding the proposed program.

Kosciusko County, Indiana Redevelopment Commission hspaxlp

STATE

COMES NOW the hour set for hearing in regards to the Order to Demolish

Remove Unsafe Building issued by the Enforcement Authority for Kosciusko County regarding property commonly known as 10 EMS W29 Lane, North Webster, IN 46555. The Kosciusko County Health Department, appears by William F. Baxter and Attorney Adam D. Turner. No party appears in opposition to the Order. The Health Department presents its evidence and arguments.

The Hearing Authority FINDS that the property commonly known as 10 EMS W29 Lane, North Webster, IN 46555, is owned by Garry Hackworth.

The Hearing Authority FINDS that Order to Demolish and Remove Unsafe Building issued by the Health Department was served with the Order to Demolish and Remove Unsafe Building by certified mail, publication and also by posting at the property in compliance with IC 36-7-9-25(A)(3).

The Hearing Authority FINDS that the structure located at 10 EMS W29 Lane, North Webster, IN 46555, is unsafe, may not feasibly be rehabilitated, and should be demolished.

NOW, THEREFORE, the Order to Demolish and Remove Unsafe Building issued by the Enforcement Authority regarding the property commonly known as 10 EMS W29 Lane, North Webster, IN 46555 is hereby AFFIRMED.

Dated: November 22, 2022 Lee Ann Taylor, Hearing Authority for Kosciusko County hspaxlp

Institutional:

10.49 22.42

34.95 74.70 Metered - 1,000 gallons $39.42 per 1,000 Gallons of Flow

Churches & other religious organizations: For first 200 members plus fraction thereof 1.000 39.75 34.95 74.70

Governmental:

Offices: First 3 employees

1.000 39.75 34.95 74.70

Each additional employee 0.250 9.94 8.74 18.68

Post office: First 3 employees

1.000 39.75 34.95 74.70

Each additional employee 0.250 9.94 8.74 18.68

Industrial: Manufacturing - unmetered: First 2 employees

Fire department 1.000 39.75 34.95 74.70

1.000 39.75 34.95 74.70

Each additional employee 0.250 9.94 8.74 18.68 hspaxlp N.30-D.7

The Board of Trustees of the Lakeland Regional Sewer District (“District”)

Time to prepare for His coming

For some denominations, Christmas does not start in late December.

Rather, they celebrate the anticipation of the Nativity by commemorating Advent, the fourweek period beginning the fourth Sunday before Christmas Day, though most commercial calendars start the season on Dec. 1.

Advent is “a period of spiritual preparation in which many Christians make themselves ready for the coming, or birth, of the Lord Jesus Christ. Celebrating Advent typically involves a season of prayer, fasting and repentance, followed by anticipation, hope and joy,” according to learnreligions. com.

The website continues: “The word ‘advent’ comes from the Latin term meaning ‘arrival’ or ‘coming,’ particularly the coming of something having great importance.

“Advent season, then, is both a time of joy-filled, anticipatory celebration of the arrival of Jesus Christ and a preparatory period of repentance, meditation and penance.”

Two quotes about the season highlight the parallel strands of somberness and felicity that mark Advent.

“The celebration of Advent is possible only to those who are troubled in soul, who know themselves to be poor and imperfect and who look forward to something greater to come.” (Dietrich Bonhoeffer)

“God of hope, I look to you with an open heart and yearning spirit. During this Advent season, I will keep alert and awake, listening for your word and keeping to your precepts. My hope is in you.” (Matthew Kelly)

Advent marks the beginning of the church year for those denominations that celebrate the season.

The season itself embraces past,

present and future remembrance and anticipation: the birth of Jesus, the current presence of the Lord in the heart of the believer and the eschatological precept of the Second Coming.

Some church traditions encapsulate this span of hope by incorporating the Alpha and Omega into their Advent symbolism, referencing Revelation 1:8: “‘I am the Alpha and the Omega,’ says the Lord God, ‘who is, and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty.’”

Another well-known symbol is the Advent wreath, with four — and sometimes five — candles, one lit each Sunday during and at the end of the season. The candles (and their colors) are named, in order of their lighting:

• Prophecy Candle or Candle of Hope (purple)

• Bethlehem Candle or Candle of Preparation (purple)

• Shepherd Candle or Candle of Joy (pink)

• Angel Candle or Candle of Love (purple)

• Christ Candle (white)

Several local churches are participating in the Advent season with dedicated events and sermon topics.

Pastor Josh Weiland of Wawasee Community Bible Church, for example, is delivering a four-part series of messages titled, “Mary’s

Christmas” during the church’s 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Sunday services through Dec. 18. The services will also include the lighting of the wreath candles.

The church is located at 2035 E. 1300N, Milford. For more information, call (574) 658-9161.

Calvary United Methodist Church, 801 S. Huntington St., Syracuse, will host “A Christmas to Remember,” a holiday program featuring Calvary’s handbell choir.

Professional pianist Lauren Jamison and her students will perform music, accompanied by violins and ukuleles. Calvary’s youth will sing the opening number and the music program will also include a duet.

The program will begin at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18, in the church sanctuary.

For more information, call (574) 457-3778.

North Webster United Methodist Church, 7822 E. Epworth Forest Road, will present a Christmas cantata during its 10 a.m. service Sunday, Dec. 18. The cantata, “A Song in the Air,” written by Stan Pethel, will feature the church choir.

The church will also hold a Christmas Eve service at 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 24.

For more information, call (574) 834-7182.

“We worked alongside sponsors and an

Karena Wilkinson. “We want to thank the community for their support for the Meet Milford events and look forward to working together with our community for future events!”

Pictured from left are Sierra Clark-Kern, Meet Milford; Angie Deak, Meet Milford; Heather German, Milford School PTO; Michelle Bucher, Milford School PTO; Wilkinson; and Tricia Gall, Meet Milford. —o—

THE WAWASEE Area Conservancy Foundation invites all watershed friends and neighbors to stop by their annual Christmas tree lighting party 5:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2 at the Ruddell Pavilion, located 1 mile south of Syracuse on SR 13. Enjoy a roaring fire, warm food and drinks, music and holiday merriment. Guests are welcome to bring their own drinks. All ages are welcome, but this event is geared toward adults. —o—

IT IS time for the Kiwanis Club’s Festival of Trees. Check out the trees at the North Webster Community Center. Each one is decorated by a different organization.

The Festival of Trees runs until Saturday, Jan. 7. Stop by the community center and vote on any tree by putting money in a candy cane. All votes (donations) go to Riley Hospital for Children.

tire grade level; so far, 17 blankets are covered.

If you are interested, a blanket costs $9. The blankets are the best. They wash well and are large, snuggly and durable. Stop by the NWCC or call to donate or sponsor a child.

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FROM THE comfort of your home, you can now research Syracuse newspapers from the late 1800s through 1990 on the Hoosier State Chronicles website. With the blessings of this publication’s publisher, Ron Baumgartner, The Mail-Journal, Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum and Syracuse-Turkey Creek Township Public Library worked together to have the newspaper microfilm reels digitized through a grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, administered by the Indiana State Library. This project is the first of its kind in Kosciusko County. These searchable newspapers join other historical research materials offered on the museum and library websites.

Visit newspapers.library.in.gov to look through back issues of the Kosciusko County Shows, Syracuse-Wawasee Journal, The Mail-Journal, The Syracuse and Lake Wawasee Journal, The Syracuse Enterprise, The Syracuse Journal, The Syracuse Register and The Indiana Journal.

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OOPS, WE goofed and had an incorrect date in last week’s column. “Cocktails and Candy Canes” is at 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 16, at North Webster Community Center. The cost is $25 per person and there is limited seating. Visit nwcommunitycenter.org for tickets. —o—

Milford

First Brethren to host free dinner

Milford First Brethren Church, 110 W. Catherine St., will host a free community meal from 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30, in the church gymnasium. Attendees are requested to enter the building through the east double doors.

The meal will consist of homemade soups, drinks and dessert. The public is invited.

The church, located at the southeast corner of Catherine and Henry streets, hosts the free dinner the fourth Wednesday of each month.

The church also operates the Van Buren Township Food Pantry.

For more information, call Jim Strube at (574) 453-7878.

NEW HOPE Pet Rescue is hosting its “Pawsitively” Wonderful Christmas Carnival from 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11. The event will offer free carnivalstyle fun for the family.

Head to the carnival for an opportunity to meet Santa, crafts for kids, refreshments, Christmas shopping, outdoor games for kids and photo opportunities. Check out New Hope’s Facebook page for more information. They are located at 72555 CR 29, Syracuse.

THE FRIENDS of the Milford Library still have their silent auction happening at the library for the “Snow Lady” until Thursday, Dec. 8. They also have gift baskets, which would make great Christmas gifts and are available for purchase at the library.

JUST A reminder to young artists: The deadline is fast approaching for the teen art contest. Students in grades six through 12 can submit artwork based on the theme “All Together Now: Kindness, Unity, Friendship!” at either the North Webster Community Public Library or the Syracuse Public Library.

Submitted art will be displayed and judged by local artists at the community open house 6-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13, at the North Webster Community Library, 110 E. North St., North Webster. All artists, family members and friends are invited to attend.

Prizes will be awarded: first place, $50; second place, $25; and third place, $15. The contest is open to any young adults in sixth through 12th grades. They do not have to be library members to participate. For more information visit rb.gy/6mgek9. —o—

SANTA KNOWS the post office is so busy this time of year, so he designated North Webster Community Center’s foyer as an official Santa mail post. Bring your letters to Santa and drop them here. He even promised return letters to good little boys and girls. —o—

LOOKING FOR a way to be of service to the community? The Town of Syracuse is in need of a volunteer board member for its Board of Zoning Appeals. The BZA meets the third Thursday of the month. Duties include conducting hearings on disputes over the interpretation of land use, ordinances, special exception requests, contingent/conditional use requests and administrative appeals.

Those interested in the position must be a resident of the Town of Syracuse to serve. If interested, call the town manager at (574) 457-3348.

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OPERATION BLANKET could use your help. North Webster Community Center would like to gift each kindergartner at North Webster Elementary School with a blanket for Christmas. A blanket for Christmas is a cherished gift for years to come. There are three classes with 68 kindergartners at the school. As many have talked about this, people at NWCC are so excited to continue this at an en-

LAKELAND YOUTH Center is offering a Gingerbread House Decorating event from 1-3:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10. Come to the center to decorate a gingerbread house or pick up your kit and decorate it at home. The cost is $5 per kit; let staff know if you’re going to stay and decorate or plan to take your kit home. —o—

CAMP MACK in Milford will be hosting a Christmas cookie “Get Away Day” 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or noon to 4 p.m. this Saturday, Dec. 3, and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4. Lunch will be served from noon to 1 p.m. each day. Take advantage of this opportunity to fill up your cookie jar for Christmas! The camp will provide the ingredients, measuring utensils and mixing bowls. You bring your family or friends, mix the dough, and decorate cookies. Best of all, the camp cleans up the mess!

Participants can choose four batches of cookies, each of which makes about three dozen cookies, with the option to add additional batches and lunches. The cost is $55, with lunch and all materials included. You can pick from chocolate chip, chocolate crinkles, gingersnaps, sugar cookies, monster, oatmeal raisin, peanut butter, snickerdoodles, snowballs or butter cookies (all of which are prebaked and ready to decorate). For more information, call (574) 658-4831, or visit campmack.org/retreats-and-events/#christmas. But don’t wait! The Saturday morning session is already filled!

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DECEMBER’S IN the Garden meeting at the Syracuse Public Library will feature Chad Jonsson, Syracuse parks superintendent, as the guest speaker. Jonsson will speak about the town’s status as a Tree City USA, recent tree plantings and how the town maintains its urban tree canopy. In the Garden will meet at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, in the library’s downstairs meeting room.

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MICHELLE AT the Syracuse Library will be offering young adults an opportunity to “build a snowflake” from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6. Drop in during that time to make a paper snowflake in the Rosalyn Jones Room.

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THE FIRST surprise winner of the North Webster Chamber Bucks was at Heart of the Lakes Antique Mall this past weekend. Theresa Graber, right, is pictured below with Emily Worrell. Graber reported that she bought a blue jean jacket and sweatshirt for $6.39. Who knows? You might be next! Got a North Webster news item to share? Email pmuthart@thepapers.com or call (574) 658-4111, ext. 2318. We want to hear from you!

RECENTLY, MEET Milford presented a check for $1,856 to Milford School PTO. The donation was from proceeds from the T-shirt tie-dye project at one of the food truck Friday events this past summer.

anonymous donor,” said Meet Milford board member