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/($51,1* $ 1(: 6.,// ³ Archery instructor Dustin Rosinski, center of photo in red shirt, gives directions to students in Charlee Schwenk÷s summer PE class. The class was in their second day of archery training at Ringer Outdoors in Rochester.

Not your traditional summer school experience 7H[W DQG 3KRWRV %\ .(,7+ .1(33 $VVRFLDWH (GLWRU For many students, the ﬁnal class bell on the last day of the school year means the start of few months of freedom — a chance to sleep in late, hang out with friends, play some video games and do a lot of nothing. That’s not the case for 19 Rochester High School students who are enrolled in Charlee Schwenk’s summer PE class. This group of students is having the month of their lives right now, experiencing activities that they might never have done before, but hopefully might do for years after the class ends on June 28. “In the class, we’re wanting to introduce the students to ‘lifetime’ activities that they might continue to do in their life,” said Schwenk. “We’ve gone to the (golf) driving range, taken them swimming and bowling, played tennis and frisbee golf, and this.” The ‘this’ she was referring to was basic archery, which is where

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we caught up with the class last Friday morning. The kids were at Ringer Outdoors, just northwest of Rochester, for their second lesson with bows and arrows. Their first lesson was a day earlier, but with many of the students you couldn’t tell, as they used the indoor range to fire at paper targets. This is the second year Schwenk has brought her summer school students to Ringer Outdoors. The first year was 2019, since the class didn’t take place in 2020 because of COVID. “We want to give them something new to do,” added Schwenk. “These are activities they can do on their own if they choose to. Additionally, the high school recently received free archery equipment through a grant I applied to through the National Archery Association. The teachers are waiting on their free training sessions so that we can use archery in our PE classes.” The summer PE students are spending 20 of their summer vacation days coming to the class,

6 7 5 $ , * + 7 $1' 758( ³ Rochester High School sophomore Hailey Coleman shows outstanding form as she draws back the bowstring in preparation to let her arrow ‡y toward the target.

but by their smiles on the faces, it deﬁnitely isn’t something they regret. Each day that they aren’t involved in a hands-on lesson, the students take a long walk, participate in an activity, a learning session and conclude with some sort of game.

“I really love it,” said freshman Ashly McCall. “I’m learning more about sports and how to be part of a team with other people. I really am enjoying the archery and working on my form. It’s really fun.” Continued on page 2

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“I was born just southwest of Rochester,” stated Jack Townsend. “That’s when doctors came to the house when women were in labor. They also made house calls when anyone got sick. I was number six of seven children. I love the town of Rochester. It’s quiet and friendly, populated with caring people. I’ve been part of the Rochester Optimist Club since 1984 and am proud of it. We’re one of the most active service clubs in the area.” In 1957, Townsend was transferred from his beloved Macy High School to Rochester High School. “At ﬁrst I didn’t want to be part of a bigger school. But we were welcomed so warmly by the teachers, staff members and students that I grew to love it there. I graduated in 1959.” His wife Wanda was his high school sweetheart. “She was a

freshman when I was a senior. I knew she was very special and decided to ask her to the prom. We were married November of 1961. This year marks our 60th anniversary.” Townsend started his career working on the farm. “I grew up doing farm work. But I found that it was too hard to support my young family on the farm. I sold our farm in 1968 and moved to Rochester. I’ve lived close to the lake in Manitou Heights now for 53 years.” Turning 80 this coming March has not slowed Townsend down greatly. “I’ve done many things in my life. I owned a store. I ran a restaurant. I just gave my twoweek notice at Kroger grocery store. I think it’s ﬁnally time for me to retire permanently.” People are always asking Townsend why he’s been in the workforce for so many years. “Well, I don’t work to put food on

the table anymore. I enjoy being around people. The Bible never says that we need to hang it up at 65. But at 80, perhaps it’s time.” Teaching an adult Sunday school class at Liberty Baptist Church has enabled Townsend to dig deeply into the Bible for his weekly lessons. “Heaven is my home, I know that. But I’m not homesick yet. I have a lot of living to do.” For the last two years, Townsend hasn’t had a roadside produce stand. The Rochester population missed him. “My son and I will start back up this year. We’ll be selling vegetables on East 9th Street. We’ll also be selling homegrown sweet corn, watermelon, cantaloupe from Vincennes, Michigan peaches and locally grown vegetables from the produce auction in Wakarusa.” Since joining the Optimist Club, Townsend has been

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It is with great EXCITEMENT the Fulton County Fair Association Inc. is looking to change things up a bit at this year’s Fulton County 4-H Fair. We are adding family friendly games and events to the Midway in addition to the great grandstand daily entertainment. We will also have Fulton County Fair History and a few photos to share. However, it’s more than just Ferris wheels and funnel cakes. Here are a few reasons why you should support and sponsor your County Fair . . . 1. You’re supporting the next generation of leaders As kids learn about their projects, they develop pride in the hard work they’ve put in. Whether it’s raising a market hog, sewing a quilt or giving a presentation, these kids are learning skills that will help them do well in school, get jobs and become an essential part of society. Attending the fair and looking at what they’ve done will not only restore your own faith in the future, but it helps kids to know that other people see the value in the work that they’ve put in.

2. Maintenance and Upkeep Keeping the grounds and buildings in operational order is not a small task. Volunteers, donations, events and helping hands of the 4-H members keeps the grounds in working order. 3. Traditions Whether it’s the pie eating contest, watching the kids show their animals or listening to the musicians on the free stage, there’s something classically American about the county fair. Take a walk back in time with experiencing many of the things Americans have loved for generations. 4. Healthy Competitions In a world where the balance between the “everyone is a winner” and “if you’re not fi st, you’re last” mentalities is rarely achieved, county fairs find a way to walk that line. Kids are rewarded for their work equally, but there still remains one champion and one reserve champion, meaning that there is always a goal to strive for. Perhaps it’s been a few years since you’ve visited a fair, or maybe tired of the same events and commercial exhibits. This year we encourage you to give the Fulton County Fair another

shot, take in the sights and experiences of the fair from a new perspective, focus on the cool things that kids are learning, or take a look at the changes. Take the time to share in this small slice of America that sometimes gets forgotten. WE VALUE YOUR SUPPORT AND SPONSORSHIP! As a community member/business owner, to become a sponsor of the Fulton County 4-H Fair, we have structured levels of Sponsorships. Platinum Sponsors $1,000 or more Gold Sponsors $999-$500 Silver Sponsors $499-$250 Bronze $249-$100 Below is the form with the levels of sponsorships and benefits. If you wish to make a contribution for the betterment of the Fulton County 4-H Fair Association, please complete the form and send a check payable to the Fulton County 4-H Fair Association. We are a non-for-profit organization and donations are tax deductible. For any questions please contact Steve Williams 574-835-2668, Gail Karas 574-835-2992 or Cindy McLochlin 574-205-2424.

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ties in the area.” The Townsends have four grown children, eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, with three on the way. “We’ve had many ballgames in our backyard through the years,” he remarked. Townsend enjoys landscaping, vegetable gardening and ﬁshing. He likes attending shows with Wanda in Branson and going to church on Sundays.

Not your Continued from page 1 The archery lessons are being taught by Dustin Rosinski, a volunteer at Ringer Outdoors who owner Tami Ringer calls “her right-hand man” since her husband, Jon, died in 2019. “He’s a natural with kids,” said Ringer of the military veteran. “The kids listen to him and respect him.” For his part, Rosinski said the archery lessons are important to exposing the kids to new experiences in the outdoors. “They’re getting to do things they might not get to do at home or in other places,” he said. For senior Krystal Scott, her summer PE experience has been outstanding. “I’ve really enjoyed all of the life lessons and participating in the lifetime activities,” she said. “I’ve enjoyed learning about archery and golf and getting to go on walks every day. It’s just fun. It’s not a requirement to take summer school, but I’m glad I get to do it.” Schwenk added the group helped lay the sidewalk for the handicap swing that is being installed at Riddle Elementary.

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“We got it done and it will be ready for the students when they return,” she noted. On the last day of the class, Schwenk plans to take the class to the Fulton County Wellness Center to play some games. She added that she is personally sponsoring two one-month memberships to the center, which she will give to two students to use in the month of July so they can continue their physical activity. “This is a good experience for the kids,” Schwenk concluded. “I like to utilize local things in our activities. That way they can stay involved on their own if they choose to do so.”

Correction On page 5 in the June 9 edition of the Shopping Guide News of Fulton County, Jo Troyer was incorrectly identiﬁed in the picture featuring Towne Home Furnishings, which was the Fulton County Chamber of Commerce’s June “Member of the Month.” We apologize for the error and any confusion it might have caused.

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Magazines Good neighbors: I have two boxes of magazines like new. They are Elle, Marie Claire, O, Woman’s Day, Martha Stewart Living and others. Yours for the taking. Reply through this column. I live in Rochester. — A reader

Seeking information Good neighbors: I think you could be dealing with bed bugs. They look like dark apple seeds. When they suck blood, they get bigger and more reddish. They do not jump or ﬂy like ﬂeas. They crawl inside furniture, bedding, shelves, dresser drawers, picture frames, etc. Collect several on the back of masking tape and put it into a small bottle and take it to a pest control place to identify. Arrow Pest Control treats for them. They are expensive to treat. The best way is to burn affected items since heat and dryers can kill them. They come out at night and bite people for blood. I would sure try to get your money back for the furniture. Good luck! They spread easily by people unaware. Wash and dry all rugs, sheets, pillows, blankets, clothes, etc. and dry on high dryer to kill them. — A reader

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John W. Cook, 83, of Rochester, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at 5:53 p.m. Thursday, June 17, 2021, at IU Methodist Hospital of Indianapolis. On Jan. 16, 1938, John was born in Peru. He was a treasured son of Willard and Margaret Hall Cook. Growing up he shared his childhood with -2+1 : &22. two brothers Jim and Richard. A proud Tiger, John graduated from Peru High School in 1956. During his Tiger tenure he was a member of the cross-country team and ran the distance and endurance events for the track team. In Peru, John and Sharon Kay Kunkle were married May 28, 1958. They shared 53 years of life’s adventures. From their union came four wonderful children Cindy, Ginger, Tim and Mark. The family tree continued to grow with the added blessings of two more generations including seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. For many years the Cook family enjoyed their home on the tip of Wolf’s Point Drive situated on the southeast shore of Lake Manitou. Sundays brought on the competition of the C-Scow sail boat racing. John could be seen gliding across the lake always in a good position. He savored the times of tooling around with Sharon and the family on the pontoon or pulling the grandkids skiing and tubing. John also had a great love of flight. He took flight over the decades in his Cessna No. 182 airplane. John hung up his headset retiring in 1994 after 29 years of flying high in the blue sky. After retiring as a plastic mold injection engineer, John enjoyed volunteering, giving back to our community. For many years he volunteered at the Shafer Medical Center. He also was a member of the valet team at Woodlawn Hospital. John also drove a bus for Rochester Community Schools for 12 years, delivering precious cargo. With great athletic prowess, at the age of 50 years old, John reinitiated his running activities with training and entering several area mini-marathons including the Blueberry Stomp. He was also accomplished with ice skating, roller-blading and bicycling. A man of great faith, John was a vibrant member of the First Baptist Church. He was on the finance board, deacon and board of trustees. Sharon and John provided great support for the boat church service held each Sunday at 7:44 am. They along with Gordon and Ruth Bohs were hosts for the event. A red-orange canoe powered by John could be seen crossing the lake with boxes of donuts the Cooks delivered to the floating boat church congregation as they anchored and were poised ready for the service. Left to cherish John’s memory are two daughters, Cindy York of Fort Wayne, Ginger Liegibel of Indianapolis; two sons Tim Cook and wife Velma of Empire Mich., Mark Cook and wife Jamie of Waldo, Fla.,; seven grandchildren, Melissa Jacobs and husband Derek, Krystal Buckley, Patrick K. York Jr., Andrea Barts and husband Landon, Brandon Liegibel and wife Grace, Nicholas Cook and wife Jannipher, Alex Cook and wife Samantha, nine great-grandchildren, Wyatt, Peyton, Mya, DeVonte, Lera, Owen, Nora, Garrett and Isabella; two brothers, James R. Cook and wife Cindy of The Villages, Fla., Richard D. Cook and wife Jenith of Cypress, Texas; brother-in-law Ed Kunkle and wife Judy of Peru and several nieces and nephews. Preceding John in death are his parents Willard and Margaret Cook and beloved wife Sharon Kay on Sept. 21, 2011. A celebration of the life of John W. Cook was at 11 a.m. Monday, June 21, 2021 in the Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. Dr. Mark Spencer officiated. Friends could visit with the family from 5-7 p.m. Sunday, June 20, 2021, and one hour prior to the service in the funeral home Monday. Interment will be in the Reichter Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Fulton County Cancer Fund through the Northern Indiana Community Foundation, 227 E. 9th St., Rochester, IN 46975. Electronic expressions of sympathy may be made to www.goodfamilyfh.com.

Janie L. Grogg Owner of Jada Medical Billing Janie L. Grogg 73, Rochester, died at 1 p.m. Friday, June 18, 2021, at her residence. She was born June 19, 1947, in Ottumwa, Iowa, the daughter of Ferman and Mary Jane (Farrington) Kitterman. On Jan. 21, 1999, in Gatlinburg, Tenn., she married Danny Grogg; he survives. -$1,( / *52** Janie had worked at Woodlawn Hospital and owned and operated Jada Medical Billing. She enjoyed golf and dancing. Survivors include her husband, Danny Grogg, Rochester; children, Tony (Tracy) Courtney, Wabash, Marcus Courtney, Plymouth, Melissa Courtney, North Judson, Brandi (David) Bussard, Rochester, eight grandchildren, one great-grandchild, brother-in-law, Mark Henrion, Denver, Colo. She was preceded in death by her parents, and sister, Susan Henrion. No services are scheduled at this time. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home. Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh.com.

Georgia Ann Delp Day, 92, Rochester, passed away at 4:25 p.m. Thursday, June 10, 2021, at Life Care Center of Rochester. She was born on Aug. 19, 1928, in Rochester, the daughter of John A. and Pauline (Clay) Snyder. On May 9, 1947, in Rochester, she married Robert Edward Delp. He preceded her in death on Feb. 16, *(25*,$ $11 1983. On Sept. 28, 2002, at the Rochester City Golf '(/3 '$< Course, she married Richard E. “Dick” Day and he survives. Georgia Ann along with her husband, Robert, had owned Delp Cleaners for many years. She later retired from the Rochester Telephone Company. She had been a member of First Baptist Church, Elks Lodge, Tri-Kappa Sorority, Moose Lodge and the American Legion Auxiliary. Georgia Ann was an accomplished bowler, having bowled for over 50 years and having won one state individual bowling title. She was an avid golfer, including hitting a hole in one at the Rochester Elk’s Golf Course. In her leisure time, she enjoyed walking, dancing, collecting antiques, dolls, traveling and wintering in Florida along with her husband Richard. Survivors include her husband, Richard E. “Dick” Day, Rochester; sons, John (Jennifer) Delp, Nokomis, Fla., and Dave Delp and ﬁance’ Caren Parko, Rochester; stepchildren, Pamela Vandermark, Akron, and Joe (Marianne) Day, Akron; grandchild, Lyndee (Mark) Mersch, Georgia; great-grandchildren, Mason, Isabelle and soon to be baby boy in August 2021; step-grandchildren, Leann (John) Carr, David (Angela) Madeford and Scott (Tiffany) Cooksey, all of Akron, and Kevin (Carrie) Cooksey, Silver Lake; several step-great-grandchildren; one step-great-great-grandson; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Almyrta Blue; stepson-in-law, Jim Vandermark; and step-grandson, Patrick Day. Private services will be observed. Burial will be in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Rochester. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Association. Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh. com. The family would like to thank Life Care Center of Rochester for their care and support these past few months that Georgia Ann resided there.

Tommy Wayne Andrews T o m m y Wayne Andrews 73, Rochester, died at 12:58 p.m. Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at his residence. He was born May 21, 1948. Survivors include his wife, Helen Sim- 7200< :$<1( mons, Roches$1'5(:6 ter; children, Todd Andrews, Talma, Tonya Andrews, Logansport, Scott Andrews, Peru, Mark Andrews, West Palm Beach, Fla., Crystal Andrews, St. Petersburg, Fla., Tanya Simmons, Fulton, Tara Andrews, Peru; 10 grandchildren, three great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his, parents, son, Steven Simmons, brothers, Billy Andrews, Curtis Andrews, Lee Andrews, Ronnie Andrews, Gene Andrews, and Jody Andrews. No services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements by Zimmerman Brothers Funeral Home, Rochester. Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh.com.

Lois J. Burns Lois J. Burns, 96, Rochester, formerly of Marion, passed away at 3:37 a.m. Monday, June 14, 2021, at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. She was born Nov. 17, 1924. On June 22, /2,6 - %8516 1946, in Los Alamos, N.M., she married Robert F. Burns. He preceded her in death Jan. 3, 2014. Survivors include her children, Richard (Lana) Burns, Ninety Six, S.C., Jerry (Sue) Burns, Surprise, Ariz., Ruth Ayers, Raleigh, N.C., Robert (Stacie) Burns, Ver-

non, and Shirley (A.W.) Teel, Brunswick, Ga.; 12 grandchildren; brother, Floyd (Hazel) Palmer, Argos; 22 great-grandchildren; 13 great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Lucy Burns; one grandson; one great-grandchild; one great-greatgrandchild; and siblings, Norene Billissitz, Norman Palmer, Esther Walsh and Jim Palmer. Private services will be observed at Richland Center Cemetery, where military graveside services will be conducted by the Fulton County Veterans Honor Guard. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mississinewa 1812, P.O. Box 1812, Marion, IN 46952. Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh.com.

Steven D. Cummins Sr. Steven D. Cummins Sr., 63, Etna Green, died Tuesday, June 16, 2021, in his home. He was born March 28, 1958. On June 11, 1975, he married Carol Jones; she survives. 67(9(1 ' Also sur&800,16 65 viving are his daughters, Stacy (Rick) Sherow, Etna Green, and Wendy (Robert) Milton, Warsaw; his son, Steven Cummins Jr., Etna Green; 15 grandchildren; three greatgrandchildren; and two sisters, Wanda Heleine, Terra Haute, and Joyce Winters, Argos. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Sylvia (Brannan) Cummins; sisters, Jeanie Graham and Linda Anders; and brothers, Jack, Jim and Ray Cummins. Services were held Monday, June 21, at Deaton-Clemens Van Gilder Funeral Home, 300 W. Madison St., Plymouth, with Pastor Jordan Ickes of Etna Green

Church of Christ ofﬁciating. The family asks memorial contributions be made to Kosciusko County Hospice in his memory for the great care he received. Condolences may be left at www.deatonclemensvangilderfh.com.

Millie Doll Daugherty Millie Doll (Yowell) Daugherty, 78, Argos, died at 10:05 a.m. Wednesday, June 16, 2021, in Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. She was born June 19, 1942. On Oct. 29, 1960, she mar0,//,( '2// ried Robert R. '$8*+(57< Daugherty; he survives. Also surviving are daughters, Marilyn (Tracy) Thayer and Bobbi (Travis) Replogle, both of Argos; a son, Robert R. (Michelle) Daugherty II, Rochester; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild with one on the way. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert L. and Mildred (Yeich) Yowell; a sister, Tina Graham; and granddaughter. Graveside funeral services were held June 18 at the New Oakhill Cemetery, 1300 Chester St., Plymouth, with Robert E. Rice Jr. and Rev. Aaron Woodcox ofﬁciating. Burial followed. Memorials to Argos EMS or Argos Fire Department, 201 W. Walnut St., Argos, IN 46501. Earl-Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, was in charge of arrangements.

Karen Lynn (Chandler) Freese Karen Lynn (Chandler) Freese, 53, Rochester, died at 6:45 a.m. Friday, June 18, 2021, at St. Joseph Hospital of Fort Wayne. She was born Dec. 26, 1967. On Sept. 28, .$5(1 /<11 2007, she was )5((6( married to Tim W. Freese; he survives. Additional survivors include a son Stephen and wife Renate Arthur, Kokomo; daughter Kaitlyn Arthur and boyfriend Ryan Serna, Kokomo; grandson Cameron; mother Louise Chandler, Rochester; brothers Roger Chandler, Rochester and Steven Chandler, Logansport; sister Sandra and husband Jim Warren, North Carolina; and four nephews and two nieces. Preceding her in death was her father Edzell Chandler. A memorial service is currently being planned at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron. Donations can be made in her memory to the Fulton County Animal Adoption and Education Center 1540 N. Wentzel St. Rochester, IN 46975.

Leisa K. Miears Leisa K. (Butler) Miears, 55, Kewanna, died Wednesday, June 16, 2021, at IU Health Hospital in Lafayette. She was born Nov. 16, 1965. She is survived by a son, /(,6$ . 0,($56 Michael Shane Miears; a daughter, Kaitlyn Nicole Ries; a brother, Steven Butler; her signiﬁcant other, Harold Brown; and stepdaughter, Kasey Brown. She was preceded in death by her mother, Lily D. (Butler) Stennis. The family will host a celebration of life at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

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OBITUARIES Continued from page 4 Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Cherikee S. Miller Cherikee S. Miller, 65, Warsaw, formerly of Mentone, died at 10:40 a.m. Saturday, May 29, 2021, at St. Joseph Hospital of Fort Wayne. She was born Oct. 23, 1955. On June 28, 1980, &+(5,.(( 6 she married 0,//(5 Larry N. Miller; he survives. She is also survived by a son, Ryan Miller and ﬁancé Shannon, Warsaw; six grandchildren; a sister, Brenda (Ronald) McKee, Rochester; a niece; and a nephew. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Velma (Abair) Cordes. A celebration of life was held Friday, June 18, at Warsaw Community Church, 1855 S. County Farm Road, with Pastor Jeff Pfeifer ofﬁciating. Interment will take place in the Rochester IOOF Cemetery at a later date. King Memorial Home, Mentone, is in charge of arrangements. Memorials to the donor’s choice of charity. Share a memory or send an online condolence at www.hartzlerfuneralservices.com.

Ruby M. Reed Ruby M. Reed, 84, Peru, formerly of the Fulton area, died at 1:05 p.m. Monday, June 14, 2021, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Peru. She was born Nov. 6, 1936. On July 26, 1979, she married Don Dale Reed. He preceded her in death July 10, 2015. S u r v i v o r s 58%< 0 5((' include her children, Deanna Gibson, Louisiana, Rita Lynn Brown, Indianapolis, Indiana, William Brown, Mexico, Ind., Phyllis Jean Brown, Sheridan, Gary Lee Brown, Kempner, Texas, and Rhonda Coby, Peru; 13 grandchildren; 10 greatgrandchildren; and sister, Roberta Evans, Madison, Wis. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Violet (Hunnicut) Simmons; son, Wayne Lee Brown; and brother, Robert Simmons Jr. Funeral services were conducted Friday, June 18, at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Fulton. Burial was in Fulton Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh.com.

Floyd E. Stone Floyd E. Stone 74, Rochester, died 10:47 a.m. Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at the Center For Hospice Care, Mishawaka. He was born Feb. 15, 1947. Survivors include his nieces and nephews, Lillian Allen, Rochester, Robert Eldridge, Logansport, Teresa Johnson, Huntington, W.Va., and Robbin Jackson, Rochester. He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Sydney Russell, Jean

Stone, brothers, Charles Stone, Ronald Stone, Anthony Stone, and Roger Stone. No services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral )/2<' ( 6721( Home, Rochester. Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh.com.

Willie Lacy Varney Willie Lacy Varney, 70, Rochester, died at 4:47 a.m. Friday, June 18, 2021, at his residence. He was born Aug. 13, 1950. On Aug. 12, 1989, he married Cinda Sue Summerlot; she survives Also surviving are his children, Cindy Marie, Jason, :,//,( /$&< Christy and 9$51(< Barb; several grandchildren; a sister, Katherine Furget; and many nieces and nephews He was preceded in death by his parents, Rush and Serina (Hensley) Varney; a brother; and four sisters. Following his wishes, no services will be held at this time. The arrangements have been entrusted to Hartzler Funeral Home, 305 W. Rochester St., Akron. Share a memory or send an online condolence at www.hartzlerfuneralservices.com.

LouAnn Whetstone L o u A n n Whetstone, 75, Akron, died at 8 a.m. Saturday, June 19, 2021, at her residence. She was born July 26, 1945. On Aug. 30, 1972, she married Marvin E. Whetstone. He /28$11 preceded her in :+(76721( death Jan. 21, 1999. Survivors include her children Steve Whetstone, Akron, Jeannie C. Grimm, Rochester, Charlie Whetstone, Akron, Kimmi and husband Kelly Timmons, Warsaw, and Bob and wife Jackie Whetstone, Akron; 11 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. Whetstone was preceded in death by her husband Marvin, a sister Carol Myers, and a grandson. Following her wishes no visitation or service will be held at this time. An afternoon memorial celebration will take at her home on July 25. Her ﬁnal resting place will be in the Tippecanoe Cemetery, Tippecanoe, alongside her husband. The arrangements are entrusted to Hartzler Funeral Home, 305 W. Rochester St., Akron.

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0$.( $ 3$7+ ³ Rochester High School÷s summer school PE class, taught by Charlee Schwenk, joined local volunteers and business owners Thursday, June 17, to install pavers that create an easily accessible path to the new handicap swing at Riddle Elementary. The path project and installation was made possible by local sponsors, including Odell Lumber, Smith Farm Store, The Community Project, Travis Heishman, an anonymous donor, B&K Drive-in, Schwenk and her summer school class and Cris Aldridge of the Shopping Guide News. Photos by Cris Aldridge.

COUNTY REPORT Marriage Licenses The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the ofﬁce of Fulton County Clerk of the Court: Carr-Cavins Heather M. Carr, 43, Rochester, and Michael W. Cavins, 42, Logansport Stahl-Robinson Paige A. Stahl, 26, Rochester, and William L. Robinson, 30, Rochester Gentry-Penrod Clarissa A. Gentry, 33, Rochester, and Samuel J. Penrod, 30, Rochester Imel-Slater Jessica D. Imel, 28, Kewanna and Daniel L. Slater, 49, Kewanna See-Lawson Tina M. See, 50, Rochester, and Terry A. Lawson, 54, Rochester Tharp-Honeycutt Kayla M. Tharp, 24, Rochester, and Brandon M. Honeycutt, 26, Tippecanoe Arthur-Sheets Christine L. Arthur, 58, Rochester, and Daniel E, Sheets, 59, Rochester Lincoln-Leydet Diana L. Lincoln, 61, Rochester, and Charles E. Leydet, 54, Rochester Chandler-Trigg Jenifer K. Chandler, 45, Macy, and Michael S. Trigg, 45, Macy

Willard-Bella Katherine A. Willard, 50, Rochester, and Stephen P. Bella, 51, Rochester Walker-Mollett Kaylee N. Walker, 22, Rochester, and Braxton J. Mollett, 22, Rochester Warner-Wilson Sarah Warner, 22, Rochester, and Tristan M. Wilson, 26, Rochester

Marriage Dissolutions Andrews — Eric Andrews, Rochester, and Margaret Andrews, Warsaw DeSonia — Daniel DeSonia, Rochester, and Amanda DeSonia, Kewanna Ceballos — Michael Ceballos, Rochester, and Amanda Ceballos, Nappanee

Court News Circuit Court

The following petitions have been ﬁled in Fulton County Circuit Court, Judge Gregory L. Heller presiding:

Complaints Woodlawn Hospital v. Francis Mark, Rochester, $572.90; Mary Maisel, Rochester, $508.38 William R. Mink v. Christopher Wright, Kewanna; Darlene Wright, Kewanna; David Farrar, Kewanna;

Fulton County Medical; Eagle Accounts Group; WMC Mortgage Corp.; Bank One; and Communitywide Federal Credit Union, quieting of title

Superior Court The following petitions have been ﬁled in Fulton County Superior Court Judge Arthur Christopher Lee presiding:

Complaints Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Robert Fuller, Rochester, amount unknown; Andrew J. Smith, Rochester, $3,534.87; Jasmine Migala, Rochester, $830.18 SAC Finance Inc. v. Roger A. Risner, Knox; and Monica L. Risner, Rochester, $12,453.56; Timothy J. Graves, Rochester, $13,969.55; Claud D. Butcher, Elkhart, and Claudia C. Butcher, Elkhart, $12,465.85 LVNV Funding LLC v. Jerry Weese, Rochester, $1,524.34; Matthew Smith, Rochester, $701.29; Joshua Townsend, Kewanna, $937.99 Discover Bank v. Charlotte Allen, Kewanna, $3,472.39 Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v. Teah D. Lewis, $2,173.13 Second Round Sub LLC v. Elisha Prater, Rochester, $1,490.75 Capital One Bank (USA) NA v. Lyndsey F. Fowler, Kewanna, $1,210.26 Cavalry SPV I LLC v. Harold Kleckner, Rochester, $6,880.25 Synchrony Bank v. Christine Foster, Rochester, $5,744.71

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Holcomb honors businesses for longevity and service to Hoosier workforce

3523(5 ',6326$/ ³ American Legion Post 36 in Rochester held an ofﬂcial ‡ag retirement ceremony on Flag Day, Monday, June 14. Holding the ‡ag are Juan Sanchez, left, and Joe Goodman. Standing in front, from left, are Raymon Turner, Dan Starkey and Bob Maes. Photo provided by the American Legion Post 36.

Leisure and travel industry rebounding in Indiana Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Destination Development Corporation are releasing a survey on the impact of COVID-19 on the leisure and travelrelated industry. IDDC commissioned Rockport Analytics to conduct a series of surveys, intending to help inform both industry stakeholders and state leaders on current business and consumer confidence. The first five surveys were administered online in weekly waves from May 5 to June 5, 2020. Then, Rockport Analytics completed two additional surveys, one in the last week of November 2020 and one in late April/early May of 2021. “The data shows that Hoosier confidence is rising,” said Crouch. “The consumer sentiment study shows that Indiana residents are

ready to return to leisure and travel-related activities.” Indiana Consumer Sentiment – Hoosiers feel comfortable immediately or within 30 days doing the following activities compared to six months ago: • 68% eat at a restaurant vs. 43%. • 64% visit outdoor attractions or parks vs. 39%. • 56% take a vacation by car vs. 31%. • 52% stay at a hotel vs. 21%. • 44% visit indoor attractions vs. 23%. “The insights from these surveys have been an essential resource,” said Elaine Bedel, secretary and CEO of IDDC. “The research shows that the leisure and travel-related industry is rebounding.” Rockport Analytics has con-

structed an index based on several components: mortality rate, lost jobs and unemployment claims, lost revenue and company viability, consumer activities and multiple tourism variables (hotel and travel disruption, overlaying with consumer sentiment). Key ﬁndings of the study include: • As of June 14, 2020, Indiana’s Leisure and Travel-Related index (LTR index) was at 66.0, which is 34% below normal rates. • May 2021 registered gains in all components, pushing the LTR index up. • As of May 23, 2021, the LTR index stands at 79.0. Responses of those surveyed came from 90 counties, representing all ages and key demographics.

Akron’s 4th of July Firecracker 5K Run/Walk/1 mile Fun Run Sponsored by Akron Las Donas Club Date: Saturday, July 3, 2021 Location: Akron Elementary Times: 5K Walk: 8:00 am 1 mile Fun Run: 8:15 am 5K Run: 8:30 am Race Day Registration from 7 – 8am REGISTRATION (Entries must be received by June 26, 2021 to receive the discounted price.)

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Gov. Eric J. Holcomb awarded 101 Indiana companies and organizations with the Governor’s Century or Half Century Business Award in recognition of each company’s longevity and service to its employees, community and the state. Included in the list of honored businesses was Streamliner Family Restaurant in Rochester, which was honored for its 82 years in business in Fulton County. Around the region, these businesses also were recognized: • Guyer The Mover Inc., 100 years; Miami County. • Baker Specialty and Supply Company Inc., 108 years; Cass County. • American Containers, 56 years; Marshall County. • Ball Auction and Realty Inc., 52 years; Marshall County. • Engineering Aggregates Corporation, 61 years; Cass County. • G and G Hauling and Excavating, 55 years; Kosciusko County. • Indiana Coated Fabrics, 54 years; Kosciusko County. • Indiana Technology and Manufacturing Companies, 66 years; Marshall County. • Oliver Ford Sales Inc., 66

years; Marshall County. • Precision Automotive, 52 years; Kosciusko County. “I’m honored to recognize these dedicated, Hoosier business leaders who have created a lasting impact not only on their communities but to the state as a whole,” said Holcomb. “As we continue to attract new jobs and investment to Indiana, these well-established businesses will set the tone for a Hoosier economy dedicated to hard work, constant improvement and strong community roots. I’m conﬁdent these businesses will continue providing great service for the next 100 years and keep Indiana on the path to success for centuries to come.” The Governor’s Century and Half Century Business Awards honor Hoosier businesses that have remained in operation for a minimum of 100 or 50 consecutive years and have demonstrated a commitment to community service. More than 1,160 Indiana companies have been recognized during the award’s 30-year history. The Governor’s Century and Half Century Business Awards ceremony at the Indiana Statehouse did not occur in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ivy Tech creates new tuition model including free college textbooks The Ivy Tech State Board of Trustees recently approved a new tuition model for the community college. The new approach, Ivy+, is focused on making college more affordable, ensuring students have equitable access, transparency of cost, on-time completion and a seamless experience. Ivy Tech, including the Warsaw and Kokomo locations, became one of the ﬁrst schools in Indiana and ﬁrst community colleges in the country to adopt this new tuition model. Ivy+ transforms the tuition structure by including the cost of textbooks as a regularly assessed fee. Ivy+ will also charge the same tuition rate for full-time students enrolled in 12 or more credits. If a student takes 12 credits, 15 or even 24 in a given term, the cost of tuition will be the same for the student. Part-time students will see their tuition frozen for the next two years and will con-

tinue to pay per credit hour. As part of the Ivy+ rollout, Ivy Tech will cover the cost of textbooks for students in the 202122 academic year through the federal government’s Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund. “Research shows that 65% of college students forego buying a textbook with the biggest reason being that they cannot afford them,” said Sue Ellspermann, Ivy Tech president. “Often financial aid and scholarships do not cover course materials. Our goal is to ensure every student has their textbooks the first day of class. Ivy+ makes us the only state institution that is not only freezing the cost of tuition, but significantly reducing the cost of attendance at a time when we need many more Hoosiers to earn a quality college credential to launch a high wage career.” For more information, visit www.ivytech.edu/tuition.

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Updates and happenings Several time slots are available and sign up is required. The class size is limited and participants must be registered in the ACPL summer reading program to participate. For further information, contact the library at (574) 893-4113. The library also will host an Adult Crafty Corner, during which they will be making bleached art T-shirts. Classes will take place at 4 and 6 p.m. Thursday, June 24. Participants will need to provide their own shirt or T-shirt, which must be dark in color. Red or blue will work great, The theme will be “4th of July” and “Summer Fun.” All other materials will be provided. This event will be held outside at the Akron Carnegie Public Library, located at 205 E. Rochester St. You must pre-register in order to attend. Class size is limited. The library will host a children’s craft Tuesday and Wednesday, June 29-30. The theme will be “Paul Bunyan & Blue.” The program is part of the summer reading program. Various time slots are available and sign up is required. Class size is limited. You must be registered in the ACPL Summer Reading Program in order to participate. —o— Elks 2120 in Rochester is holding “Fish Fry Friday” from 5-9 p.m. Friday, June 25. The yellow lake perch basket includes homemade coleslaw, fries, hush puppies and tartar sauce, and is $12 per person. The Elks Lodge is located at 2506 Country Club Drive S., Rochester.

Community church gathering in Akron

Bring your family and lawn chairs or blankets for the Akron “Community Church Gathering” at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 4, at Pike Memorial Park. The community church gathering’s theme of the service is titled “Together, We Rise.” The heart behind the theme is honoring the past and what adversity the 47 Akron settlers faced 185 years ago as they formed the community and the adversity the community has faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Akron community has displayed this “stronger together” culture from its roots. This service will honor all that was lost during the last 16 months in the community and this service will also inspire the community to start again stronger than ever with the pioneering spirit of its settlers. The service will include a welcome, worship music, historical lesson of “Akron - Our Story,” an offering

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for local churches, the “Together, We Rise” message and culminates with the planting of a tree in the park to commemorate the commitment to look at this tree and remember this day of coming back together. For any questions regarding this gathering or any Akron Fourth of July events, contact Lori Tilden-Geiger at (574) 527-3000.

6800(5 *22'1(66 ³ Last Friday, Farm Credit Mid-America celebrated National Dairy Month by providing free ice cream from Round Barn Creamery to its clients and the community. Pictured are Isaac Smith, George Erickson, Truly Erickson, Vivian Erickson and James Erickson, getting ready to enjoy their delicious treat on what was a 90-degree day in Rochester. Photo by Keith Knepp.

Updated fees for marriage licenses Indiana State Board of Accounts and the Fulton County Clerk’s ofﬁce have announced a change in fees to obtain a marriage license. Just to clarify the marriage certiﬁcate/license fees that go into effect July 1: Beginning Thursday, July 1, the in-state resident total fee will be $25, which includes $15 state, $8 county and $2 perpetuation. The out-of-state resident total fee will be $65, which includes $15 state, $48 county and $2 perpetuation. For more information or if you have questions for SBOA, email communications@sboa.in.gov.

Fulton County Extension Homemakers activity Fulton County Extension Homemakers have three events coming in July. First, they will have their open class exhibits during the Fulton County 4-H Fair. Check in for exhibits is from 9-11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 10. Ladies Night at the fair will be Thursday, July 15, beginning

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Chris White, karmin Reeves, Joe Koch, Tanner Lee and Terry Screeton. In the back row are Bill Walsh, Travis Heishman, Paul Shanklin, Ginger Slisher and Don Christenson. Photo by Keith Knepp.

Fulton County Habitat for Humanity ready to start on 17th home project %\ .(,7+ .1(33 $VVRFLDWH (GLWRU Fulton County Habitat for Humanity broke ground on its 17th house Friday, June 18. It will be built on the southwest corner of Seventh and Fulton streets in Rochester, to be owned by Chris and Emiley White. The ground breaking ceremony

included many members of the Whites’ extended family, as well as numerous Habitat for Humanity board members and leaders in the community. Karmin Reeves, president of Fulton County Habitat for Humanity, opened the gathering with a welcome and introductions of everyone present. She explained the Whites had each completed their mandatory 75 hours of com-

munity service necessary to qualify for ground breaking. After Pastor Terry Bradford of First Free Will Baptist Church offered an opening prayer, Habitat secretary Julee Anderson presented the traditional golden hammer to the Whites and explained its signiﬁcance in the process. Bradford the offered a blessing of the ground, family and volunteers before the

ground was ofﬁcially broken on the site. Reeves later explained the Whites now each have to complete 175 additional hours of sweat equity, most of which will be done in the construction of the home. The details of the actual building of the house are still in negotiation with the builder, but Reeves hopes to have the home built by next year. She added the builder “gives them a shell” but most of the ﬁnishing work inside is done by volunteers or professional contractors. For this home, Reeves said they

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',675,&7 2)),&(56 ³ Congratulations to Tippecanoe Valley FFA members Sydney Petersen, left, and Mallory Bowers. They were elected District 2 vice president and treasurer, respectively, on Wednesday, June 16, during the Indiana State FFA Convention in West Lafayette. Photo provided by Tippecanoe Valley FFA.

PUBLIC AUCTIONS Country Home And Pole Barn Open house: 5:30 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 23, at 446 E. SR 14, Claypool (from SR 15-SR 14 intersection in Silver Lake, 7¼ miles east on SR 14). Online-only auction: now through 6 p.m. Monday, June 28, at www.metzgerauction.com.

Bremen Land Auction 6 p.m. Friday, June 25, at the Matchett Event Center, 805 N. Harris St., Bourbon. Four tracts of cropland and recreational woods totalling 93 acres, located on corner of Fir and 6th roads (northwest of Bourbon: from town, 2 miles west to Fir Road; then 6 miles north). Metzger Property Svcs.

“For everything comes from him and exists by his power and is intended for his glory. All glory to him forever! Amen.” (Romans 11:36) Have you ever wondered why God placed us on this planet called Earth? What our purpose is in being here? I believe mankind is unique in the sense we were created in the image of God. Respectfully speaking, God was lonely. He wanted someone to love and who would return love to him. That sounds amazing, but the Bible tells us God loved, and so he created and put us on this planet. The Apostle Paul has used the Old Testament often in the chapters of Romans, but in this section, he turns to Isaiah 59:20-21, Isaiah 27:9, and Psalm 14:7 to show the Old Testament promised a coming deliverer who would cleanse and restore his chosen people Israel. He states the “mystery” of Israel’s blindness, a mystery being a

truth hidden in past ages but now revealed in its fullness in the New Testament. “The fullness of the Gentiles” %< 5(9 521 (Romans 385.(< 11:25) refers to the number of Gentiles who will be saved during this church age. When the body of Christ is completed, he will catch away the church in the air; then will begin the seven-year tribulation here on earth, “the time of Jacob’s trouble” (Jeremiah 30:7). At the end of that period, the deliverer (the Son of God, Jesus Christ) will come, and the believing remnant of Israel will enter into its kingdom. “All Israel” does not mean every last Jew; rather, it means the nation of Israel at that day will all be saved; it will be a redeemed, regenerated nation. God’s promised covenant is quoted (Jeremiah 31:31-34) in Romans 11:27. This “new covenant” will apply to the nation of Israel when it trusts Je-

sus Christ as its redeemer and turns from its sins. Though the Jews may seem like enemies of God’s will today, they are still beloved in God’s sight because of the covenants he made with their fathers. Men may change, but God cannot change or revoke his promises (Romans 11:29). In the ﬁnal paragraph (Romans 11:30-32), Paul explains the Gentiles (including you and me) at one time rejected God (Romans 1:18ff), yet now were being saved by faith; so today the Jews are in unbelief, but shall one day receive mercy. God had committed both Jews and Gentiles to unbelief and sin, that he might be able to save both through his grace (Romans 11:32). After reviewing God’s gracious and wise plan for both Jews and Gentiles, is it any wonder Paul broke out in a hymn of praise to the Lord in Romans 11:33-36? God loves us. “For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten don, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have everlasting life” (John 3:16). Today is the day to believe in him.

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Food preservation learning series The Purdue Extension Mastering Home Food Preservation team will be hosting a five-session series this summer covering topics of: equipment, boiling water canning, pressure canning, salsa, pickling and jam & jelly. Join them via Zoom to increase your knowledge and confidence. Each session will include a short presentation, a food preservation demonstration, interactive discussion and time for question/answer on the food preservation related topic. Join the class and bring your questions. A registration fee of $30 provides access to all five sessions. Register at cvent.me/ovyV48 by Friday, July 9. Live sessions will be held from 1-3 p.m. the following dates. Sessions will be recorded and sessions will be available to registered participants until Sept. 1. • July 13 — Equipment • July 20 — Canning salsa • July 27 — Pickling • Aug. 3 — Pressure canning vegetable beef soup • Aug. 10 — Jams and jellies For further information, contact Karen Richey at krichey@purdue. edu or Atina Rozhon at arozhon@ purdue.edu.

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Fulton County Choral Club seeks new members The Fulton County Choral Club will open full force again in late August. Ladies of all ages are welcome to visit a practice to see if this is a musical group for them. It is quite helpful that participants can read music fairly well, but not a requirement. The club practices the ﬁrst, third and ﬁfth Mondays of each

month, except the summer, which has a light schedule, at the Fulton County Fairgrounds. The club is a member of the Home Extension clubs in the county. There will be a welcome back carry-in supper on Monday, Aug. 23, and a ﬁrst practice on Tuesday, Aug. 31. For more information, contact

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Retirement ceremony The Mentone Chamber of Commerce and the ofﬁce of Dr. Patrick C. Silveus will hold a retirement celebration for Silveus from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, July 25, at Mentone United Methodist Church, located at 116 E. Main St. Silveus has served the community of Mentone for 37 years. The community is invited to join in wishing him well in his retirement.

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Fireworks Show • July 5th!! Fulton County Airport at Dusk

WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT! We would personally like to “Thank You” for your support and any contribution that you made towards the Fireworks celebration of last years’ 2020 event. It was a great success even through the difficult time of lock-down and severe illnesses! This year we are observing Independence Day on Monday, July 5, 2021 at the Fulton County Airport. The show will begin at dusk as usual. There will be portable toilets and hand-washing stations for the spectators’ convenience. Again this year, we would greatly appreciate any financial contribution or support that you provide. Just as many as most businesses now are, The American Legion is open for business this year and can accept your support in person if you choose. The address for sending in your donation/support can be sent directly to the post’s address or to my address. The American Legion Post #36 Monica Clennon, 611 Main Street, Rochester, IN 46975 Fireworks Coordinator 574-223-2617 6000 N. 675 E., Rochester, IN 46975 The practice of social distancing and the use of face masks will be left to the discretion of each individual/family. Please be considerate of others and be safe! Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or concerns. We appreciate any support and contribution you can offer. Thank You!!

'(/,*+7)8/ 7,0( ³ The Akron Carnegie Public Library hosted Silly Safari÷s animal show as part of its 2021 ”Tails and Tales‘ summer reading program. The program was held Monday, June 14, at Pike Memorial Park in Akron. Silly Safaris÷mission is to create positive human animal interactions that inspire responsible pet ownership and wild animal conservation. Pictured at top with the Silly Safaris presenter is Katey Hartzler. In the second photo, seen with the chicken, is Everly Carnes. Additional photos taken at the program can be viewed on the library÷s Facebook page. Photos provided by Akron Carnegie Public Library.

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