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By LEAH SANDER Staff Writer The Times Theater of Rochester will mark its 100th anniversary Wednesday, Feb. 14. The public is welcome to join the celebration.

The theater’s Heartbreaker Ball is set for 6:30-10 p.m. that day, with Southern Accents, a Tom Petty tribute band, being the main entertainment.

“Obviously the (event) name is a little twist on Tom Petty ... and the Heartbreakers,” said Theater Executive Director Julie Shambarger.

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There will also be magicians and jugglers among the other acts. Hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar will be available.

Attendees are asked to wear 1920s, steampunk or Alice in Wonderland attire.

Tickets are $50 per person and may be purchased at thetimestheater.com/events. Those 14 and younger are free, but must come with an adult.

“We just encourage anyone that hasn’t been here yet to come,” said Shambarger. “There’s so much entertainment that night.”

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READY TO CELEBRATE 100 YEARS — The Times Theater of Rochester Executive Director Julie Shambarger recently stands next to an image promoting the theater’s 100th anniversary. That anniversary will be celebrated Wednesday, Feb. 14, with the Heartbreaker Ball. Photo by Leah Sander.

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By LEAH SANDER Staff Writer Beth Stocking is seeking to help her hometown as Rochester clerk-treasurer.

“I want to make the town better again,” she said, referring to making it “like it was when (she) was growing up.”

Stocking started as clerk-treasurer Jan. 1.

She said it wasn’t something she’d thought about for years and years, but running for it “came up at the right time.”

“I knew I would be good at it because it’s right in my wheelhouse of experience because it’s very regulated and it’s internal controls and numbers,” said Stocking.

After graduating from Rochester High School, Stocking obtained her Bachelor of Science in business from Indiana University, having majored in accounting.

She got her certified public accountant designation and worked in several financial roles, including as a controller and director of internal audit.

“I’ve been (a chief financial officer) for the last 18 years at Rochester Rotational Molding,”

said Stocking.

She said her goals coming in as clerk-treasurer were “collaboration and transparency and teamwork and internal controls.”

“My goal is to be able to comply with everything that we’re required to do on time and have it be accurate and set up a good atmosphere in the office of working together and making things better for the city,” Stocking added. “(Rochester Mayor) Trent (Odell) has some really great ideas, and it’s my responsibility to help fund those and make sure that we have the money for them. So that’s my goal is just to be a support to him as he makes things better for the city.”

Stocking said she also wants to “help out” with the city getting grants for projects.

Along with grant applications, she handles everything from payroll of city employees to general bookkeeping and the advertising of city meetings.

Stocking noted having a financial background before becoming clerk-treasurer is crucial.

“You’re responsible for everything like a CFO is, and if you have no background in finance or accounting, it will make it really hard,” said Stocking.

Continued from page 1 “It’s just a big celebration, and our main focus is to embrace our past,” she added. “Rochester has such a rich history of entertainment and live acts.”

She noted the theater started out for “live performances, and we are taking it back.”

“The last year we welcomed back 8,963 (people) through our

doors, which is more than the population of Rochester,” said Shambarger.

The theater has shown movies, featured musicians performing a variety of genres, and hosted community events over the last year.

“We have a lot of private events here,” said Shambarger. “Different organizations do their monthly meetings here in the space next

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She went to “boot camp” for new government officials for three days in January to help her in her new role.

Stocking attended a special session for clerk-treasurers and several workshops of her choosing.

“It was a great time to meet a lot of ... fellow clerk-treasurers,” she said.

Stocking said continuing education is a requirement as clerk-treasurer.

“I’ve learned a lot of new things, and it’s interesting. I’ve met a lot of very helpful people,” she said. “My staff is very supportive. They’re very knowledgeable ... and they’re very welcoming. Everybody has been understanding.”

“We’ve really been working as a team,” Stocking added. “It was nice to come into a welcoming atmosphere.”

In her spare time, Stocking enjoys performing as a member of the Fulton County Choral Club, First Baptist Church of Rochester choir and Rochester Grace United Methodist Church choir.

She also plays bells at Rochester Grace UMC. “Music’s always been a part of my life. I love music,” she said.

HELPING HER HOMETOWN — New Rochester Clerk-Treasurer Beth Stocking sits in her office in Rochester City Hall recently. She said she wanted to become clerk-treasurer to help her hometown. Photo by Leah Sander.

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BOOZE HOUNDS BLUEGRASS — Booze Hounds Bluegrass was one of the bands which has performed at The Times Theater over the last year. Photo provided by The Times Theater. door, the Char-Bell (Studio).”

The studio “morphs into different things for the different events,” she said. “It’s a wonderful space.”

The studio recently showcased several artists selling its wares as part of Grateful Dead tribute band Hyryder’s concert at the theater.

Shambarger said more than 300 people came to the event.

“To see 300 people in one spot ... it’s a beautiful thing,” she said.

“Main Street was bustling.”

Overall, Shambarger said the theater’s reopening for events has “exceeded ... expectations.”

“We have high expectations where we want to be in five years,” she said. “If we do this right, we can be a regional desti-

nation for music.”

Donations are always welcomed for the theater, said Shambarger.

Some of the work left to be done includes putting in spotlights and renovating the apartment upstairs into a recording studio and a rock ‘n’ roll Airbnb,” she said.

The later will ensure performers have a place to stay, explained Shambarger.

People may donate to the theater by checking out thetimestheater.com.

In addition, Shambarger said the theater is always looking for volunteers, with people able to do so by reaching out through The Times Theater’s Facebook page.

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Road renaming resolution in honor of Owen Abbott passes state Senate Senate Concurrent Resolution 10, which would rename the railroad overpass over SR 31 in Marshall County as the “Owen Abbott Memorial Bridge,” recently passed the Senate.

On Dec. 5, 2018, a truck hit a school bus, which had stopped at the railroad crossing. Owen Abbott, an eighth grader aboard the bus, tragically passed away at the scene.

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Obituaries James E. Merrill

Michael E. Turner Michael E. Turner, 64, Rochester, passed away at 3:22 p.m. Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at his residence.

He was born June 18, 1959, in Portsmouth, Va., the son of James and Sondra (Basham) Turner. He graduated from Indiana School of Deaf in Indianapolis.

Michael worked for several years at Torx ManMICHAEL E. ufacturing in Rochester, and, along with his father, TURNER at Turner Machine Shop. He enjoyed hanging out with his friends, glass collecting and had attended the Church of Christ.

Survivors include his sisters, Jo (Philip) Pugh, Logansport, Patti Burns, Rochester, and Robin Lewis, Rochester; brother, Bill Turner, Rochester; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

No services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros Funeral Home, Rochester. Online condolences may be expressed at zimmmermanbrosfh.com.

Phyllis J. Winrotte

Phyllis J. Winrotte, 86, Plymouth, died Monday, Jan. 29, 2024, in Miller’s Merry Manor Nursing Home, Culver.

She was born Dec. 7, 1937. On Jan. 1, 1978, she married Duane Winrotte, who preceded her in death Feb. 2, 1990.

She is survived by daughter, Pamela (Mark) Milliser, Plymouth; sons, Carl Haines, Plymouth, and Roger (special friend, Joy Hornburger) Haines, Kewanna; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Demer and Goldie (Jones) Hardesty; her sisters, Marjorie Runkle, and Geraldine Hardesty; her brothers, Delmar Hardesty, Jr., Gilbert Hardesty, Glenn Hardesty, Wayne Hardesty, Robert Hardesty, and John Hardesty.

No services are planned at this time.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Deaton-Clemens Van Gilder Funeral Home.

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James E. Merrill, 90, South Bend, died in his home Monday, Jan. 29, 2024.

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27, 1958, he married Alice E. Seder; who JAMES MERRILL survives.

Additional survivors are daughter, Betty (Mark) Scott, Rochester; son, James (Tina) Merrill, South Bend; sister, Mary Jane (Lynne) Andrews; seven grandchildren; and 24 greatgrandchildren.

Funeral services were held at noon Friday, Feb. 2, in Palmer Funeral Home, Welsheimer North Chapel, South Bend.

Interment was held in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.

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Donald E. Galbreath

Donald E. Galbreath, 91, Winamac, and Columbus, died Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023, in Belmont Health and Rehabilitation Center, Columbus.

He was born DONALD on April 2, GALBREATH 1932. He married Delores “Dee” Galbreath; who preceded him death; he married Darlene “DJ” Galbreath, Columbus; who survives.

Additional survivors are son, Stephen (Deborah) Galbreath, Plymouth; three grandchildren; four greatgrandchildren; stepdaughter, Laura Jaehnke; two stepgrandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Orilla (Lincoln) Galbreath; two daughters, Rhonda Galbreath and Vickie Galbreath; one brother, John Galbreath; and three sisters, Betty Kloenne, Shirley Howard, and Myra Jordan.

A celebration of life was held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3, in the Vurpillat Opera House, Winamac.

Interment was held in Winamac Cemetery, McKinley addition, Winamac.

Memorial contributions may be made to Galbreath Family Charities, P.O. Box 342, Winamac, IN 46996.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at ransfuneralhomes. com.

Michael Robert Scott

Michael Robert Scott, 62, Walkerton, died Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, in St. Joseph Medical Center, Plymouth.

He was born Jan. 6, 1962.

On Oct. 17, MICHAEL 2015, he married Cheah ROBERT SCOTT Minix; she survives.

Additional survivors are stepdaughter, Devyn Linhart, Walkerton; mother, Martha Thacker, Walkerton; stepsister, Kari (John) Ludvig, Bourbonnais, Ill.; stepbrother, Kurt Thacker, Momence, Ill.; father and mother-in-law, Dyke (Carol) Minix, Rochester, and Terri (Rodney) Edgington, Culver.

He was preceded in death by the father who raised him, Clarence Thacker; his parents, Wallace D. Scott and Martha J. Bartholomew Scott; and his maternal grandparents, Vera and Tony Wolken.

A memorial service may be planned at a later date.

Arrangements were entrusted to Deaton-Clemens Van Gilder Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at deatonclemensfh. com.

Doyne Eugene Snider

Doyne Eugene Snider, 87, Bourbon, died Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024, in his home.

He was born Dec. 31, 1936. On Aug. 10, 1991. He married Mary Jane Scott; she DOYNE EUGENE survives.

SNIDER Additional survivors are sons, Guy Snider, Culver, Gary Snider, and David (Stephanie) Snider, both of Plymouth; stepson, Michael Myers, Burnett, Texas; stepdaughters, Barbara (Chris) Lemler, Bourbon; and Rebecca Ousley, Akron; eight grandchildren; seven stepgrandchildren, two of whom he raised, Philip Myers and Aaron Myers; several great-grandchildren, including Jayden Werley, with whom he shared a special bond; brother, Marvin (Bernice) Snider, Mooresville; and his former daughter-in-law, Janice Snider, Culver.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lois and Beatrice (Campbell) Snider; and grandson, Jason Lemler.

A celebration of life will be held at noon Saturday, May 18, in the Circus Hall of Fame, 3076 E. Circus Lane, Peru.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Circus Hall of Fame, 3076 E. Circus Lane, Peru, IN 46970.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Deaton-Clemens Funeral Home.

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Beverly Jean (Fear) Kiester, formerly Beverly Jean Kinney, 88, formerly of Bourbon, died Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024, in Bell Tower Health and Rehabilitation Center, BEVERLY JEAN KIESTER Granger.

She was born June 13, 1935. On Feb. 10, 1951, she married Jack Gard; who preceded her in death in 1985.

On March 3, 1967, she married Robert Fear; who preceded her in death Nov. 14, 1998. On Sept. 17, 2000, she married Roger Kiester; who preceded her in death July 29, 2005.

She is survived by her daughters, Jacqueline (Jules) Brenner, Dallas, Texas, and Penny (Donald) Horth, Mishawaka; four grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; four greatgreat-grandchildren; and one brother, Richard (Betty) Kinney, Pierceton.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward E. Whitacre and Ina Merlean (Eby) Kinney; daughter, Lucinda Hepler; one grandson; one great-grandson; brother, Billy Whitacre; and sister, Karen Needler.

Funeral services were Monday, Feb. 5, in Deaton-Clemens Funeral Home, Bourbon, with Pastor Kristin Harp presiding.

Interment was held in Sandridge Point Cemetery, Bourbon.

Memorial contributions may be made to Marshall County Humane Society, P.O. Box 22, Plymouth, IN 46563.

Arrangements were entrusted to Deaton-Clemens Funeral Home, Bourbon.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at deatonclemensfh. com.

Linda Kay Bailey

Linda Kay Bailey, 70, North Judson, died Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024, in Valparaiso.

She was born Monday, March 2, 1953. She married Clyde Douglas Bailey; LINDA KAY who preceded BAILEY her in death.

She is survived by son, Clyde D. (Sherri) Bailey Jr.; daughter, Carrie (David) Collins, both of North Judson; daughter, Alisha Bailey, Valparaiso; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; brother, Virgil (Beulah) Redlin, Knox; brother, Gary Redlin, North Judson; and sister, Bonnie (Gary) Minix, Winamac.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Ruth Bailey; brothers, Dean and Carl Redlin Jr.; sisters, Lyla Beauchamp, and Darleen Redlin.

Funeral services were held at 1 p.m.

Monday, Feb. 5, in Braman and Bailey Funeral Home, North Judson, with Rev. Larry Redlin officiating.

Interment was held in Highland Cemetery, North Judson.

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oBituaRies County RepoRt John Calvin Zellers

John Calvin Zellers, 85, Winamac, died Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024.

He was born Nov. 17, 1938.

On Jan. 16, 1960, he married Sandra K. Neese; she survives.

JOHN CALVIN Additional ZELLERS survivors are daughter, Dianna Blake; son, Bradley (Melanie) Zellers; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brother, David (Marian) Zellers; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Clair and Mabel E. (Calvin) Zellers; father and motherin-law, William and Mildred Neese; brother-in-law, James William Neese; and sister-in-law, Betty (Jerry) Keener.

Funeral services were held Monday, Feb. 5, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac, with Pastor Kim Powell officiating.

Private entombment will take place at Winamac Cemetery, Southlawn Addition, Winamac.

The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial contributions may be made to Pulaski Animal Center or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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Court News Superior Court

The following complaints have been filed in Fulton Superior Court, Judge Gregory L. Heller presiding:

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Mariner Finance LLC v. Barbara Solberg, Culver, $3,616.28; Brandon Williams, Rochester, $3,368.58 Troy Capital LLC v. Jeffrey Yoder, Kewanna, $5,673.04 CommunityWide Federal Credit Union v. Cody Brunner, Rochester, $10,457.41; Kent French, Rochester, $16,008.91; Kyle Gilbert, Rochester, $10,973.91; Adam Cheek, Rochester, $5,128.16 DNF Associates LLC v. Lisa Smoker, Rochester, $1,440.65

The House commerce committee approved a bill that would prohibit counties regulating lemonade stands, which are technically illegal under current Indiana code.

“In Indiana and across the country, one of the first way kids are introduced to business is through the truly-American lemonade stand.

It’s an incubator for entrepreneurship,” said author Rep. Blake Johnson, an Indianapolis Democrat.

Under House Bill 1019, counties, cities and even homeowner associations may not ban or regulate lemonade stands by requiring permits or fees for the sale of non-alcoholic beverages from a booth on private property helmed by a minor.

“There are some stipulations here. The goal is not for your 7-year-old neighbor to have a brick and mortar at the end of their driveway and operate 30 days out of the month; it’s only two consecutive days and only eight days a month,” Johnson said. “(It’s) giving

authorized emergency vehicle, fails to move over one lane — Blair Fanslow, Indianapolis, $165 Driving while suspended — Kathryn Finney, Plymouth, $164.50

Marriage Dissolutions The following couple has filed for a marriage dissolution in Fulton County courts: Grover — David Grover, Terra

Haute, and Wendy Grover, Rochester. No minor children.

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Kelsea and Michael Wiles are the parents of a son, Waylon Mark, born at 6:39 p.m. Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, in Woodlawn Hospital. He weighed seven pounds, 2 ounces, and was 19 inches long.

Traffic Violations

The following fines and levies were paid in Fulton County courts: Speeding — Devon Davis, Elkhart, $164.50; Robert Moore III, Indianapolis, $175; Rami Kadi, Granger, $192.50; Taylor Thomas, Ora, $154.50; Nathan Arnold, Indianapolis, $192.50; Nathaniel Wicker, Rochester, $175; Elizabeth Kapp, Rochester, $164.50; Lissandro Torres, Auburn, Ga., $164.50; Dominic Russo, Bristol, $192.50; Lindsay Brubaker, Twelve Mile, $160; Salvador, Sandoval, Plainfield, $164.50; Kayla Nikodem, Indianapolis, $154.50; Constance Lane, Indianapolis, $165; Wesley David, Rochester, $154.50; Hardy Chapman, Plymouth, $192.50; Logan Flores, Bloomington, $164.50; Gavin Grohowski, South Bend, $164.50; Elijah Strode, Niles, Mich.,

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$192.50; Scott Thole, Carmel, $192.50; Devon Davis, Elkhart, $164.50; Kaylea Bruce, Palm Coast, Fla., $164.50; Brett Jones, Fishers, $192.50; Larry Sniadecki, South Bend, $192.50; Ronald Herron, Grandville, Mich., $154.50; Chad Reith, South Bend, $154.50; William Smith, Elwood, $154.50 Operating with expired plates — Chad Spinozza, Rochester, $164; Michael Nixon, South Whitley, $164 Failure to change lanes for

these kids the opportunity to test their chops on entrepreneurship, to be creative and learn the skills that would make them future Indiana business owners.”

Heather Harris, testifying on behalf of the Marion County Public Health Department, said the city of Indianapolis doesn’t currently regulate lemonade stands, but urged the committee to limit beverage sales which might include milk or other products that need temperature controls.

“Sometimes you may have a smoothie or you may have a milkshake or something that’s even prepackaged. You have to ensure that those products are cared for in a proper setting and you aren’t leaving them out in the sun, for example, or that you have them on ice,” Harris said.

The House previously passed a similar bill two years ago on lemonade stands but it never received a hearing in the Senate.

The bill passed 11-0 and moves to be heard before the full House on third reading.

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Mentone High School memorabilia sought for Egg Festival event The 2024 Mentone Egg Festival kicks off Thursday, May 30, and runs through Sunday, June 2. The event features entertainment, games, food, a downtown parade, a play area for kids and a huge car, truck, motorcycle and tractor show. All entertainment events are free. Flea markets and crafters will line Main Street.

This year’s Mentone Egg Festival parade, to be held Saturday, June 1, will recognize the 50th graduation anniversary of the last class to graduate from Mentone High School. Graduates of the Class of 1974 will be featured

on the Mentone High School Alumni Association’s float. Former teachers and administrators will also be honored. The parade begins at 11 a.m. with the theme “Once a Bulldog … Always a Bulldog.”

Following the parade, from 12:30-3:30 p.m., the Alumni Association will be hosting an open house in the Mentone Elementary School gym for alumni and the general public to view photos and memorabilia by many of the school’s graduating classes and the Mentone Museum. There will be no charge to attend the open house.

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The Fulton County Chamber of Commerce and the Fulton County Farm Bureau’s second Legislative Breakfast of the year is Saturday, Feb. 10.

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It will be at the Fulton County Public Library’s Rochester branch, 320 W. Seventh St., with coffee and networking at 7:30 a.m. and the presentation

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of school for religious instruction — alongside a health care merger measure.

State statute currently allows students to leave school for up to 120 minutes a week for religious instruction organized by a church or religious organization. That’s as long as instruction takes place off school premises, the religious organizations provide private transportation and no tax dollars for used throughout.

But schools don’t have to approve parental requests.

State Rep. Kendell Culp, RRensselaer, seeks to change that through House Bill 1137.

He said, under the new legislation, “the principal and the parents or the entity providing instruction must work in a collaborative manner” to find the best time during the school day for the student to leave the school.

The bill stipulates that when a parent of a public school student provides a written request, the principal “shall” allow the student to attend outside religious instruction.

The bill passed 92-4 and now moves to the Senate.

In the meantime, Senators unanimously passed another education measure: a bill requiring school districts to have cell phone policies that are post-

ed publicly.

“There’s all kinds of data out there that show that it’s distractive to learning and as we try to increase outcomes in the state, this is one way I believe that we can accomplish that,” said Richmond Sen. Jeff Raatz, the author.

Following an amendment from Indianapolis Democrat Sen. J.D. Ford, the bill includes an exception for children with individualized education plans.

Schools may adopt more stringent requirements.

Senate Bill 185 now moves to the House for further consideration.

In the health care realm, senators unanimously voted in favor of a bill to require health care entities to file notice with the attorney general’s office 45 days before an anticipated merger with a price tag of $10 million or more.

Author Sen. Chris Garten, RCharlestown, said Senate Bill 9 came from a list of recommendations approved by an interim committee he led in the fall.

He noted that 29 other states already require notification as part of anti-monopoly efforts — and 13 of those states also require approval.

In Indiana, the office would only conduct an antitrust review.

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Updates and happenings in and around the area The Rochester High School Key Club will be collecting nonperishable items and gently-used clothing in February. Items collected will be donated to help fill the Heartland Help Your Neighbor Pantry at the Heartland Church, Rochester. The collection container is near the front entrance at RHS by the the bench.

—o— A benefit fish and chicken fry for Dave Hurst is scheduled from

4-7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, at the Fulton County Fairgrounds Community Building. Tickets may be purchased at Rochester Telephone Company, Wynnfield Crossing, or at the benefit. Sponsored by First Baptist Church and Wynnfield Crossing.

—o— United We Stand Ministries of Akron, will have a mobile food truck at the former site of Mary and Jerry’s Helping Hands, 10274

February events at Akron Carnegie Public Library The Akron Carnegie Public Library is hosting several events in February. The library is located at 205 E. Rochester St., Akron. For more information and updates call (574) 893-4113, visit the website at akron.lib.in.us, or check out the Facebook page.

Adult Winter Reading Program The adult winter reading program continues through Friday, March 8. See a staff person to get all the details on this eight-week program where you have the opportunity to earn prizes through the drawings.

Second Seasons Fitness Thursdays at ACPL is fitness awareness. The library will be having chair exercises designed for those 55 years of age and up, starting at 10 a.m. A variety of principles will be covered to help keep the body, spirit, and mind at its best.

Join at 10 a.m. for an hour of moving your body. Sign-up is required.

Call (574) 893-4113 to register.

Love the Library Month Stop in anytime during the month of February and see how much you love your library by completing your challenge card. Get in on the bonus challenge early and help break a record. Details are at the front desk.

Blind Date With a Book Library patrons have suggested their favorite reads. What you’ll find wrapped are books that they thought you should read. Will your dream date be a thriller, romance, or a mystery? What will you choose for your blind date?

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Tuesday, Feb. 13. This activity is designed for those 55 years of age and up.

Amazing Puzzle Race The Amazing Puzzle Race begins at 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17.

Assemble a 500 piece jigsaw puzzle against the ticking clock, competing against other teams to claim the title of the ultimate puzzle race champions. Teams of four are encouraged for this challenge and sign-up is required by Friday, Feb. 9. Participants of all ages welcome.

For young novice puzzlers, the library will hold mini races while teens and adults work in the puzzle room.

The Chain Gang This club meets at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 20, for those that enjoy crocheting, knitting, sewing or needlepoint. Bring your materials with you and work alongside others who enjoy this hobby. If you would like to learn one of these hobbies, there are plenty who are willing to get you on your way.

Tween Scene The Tween Scene will be meet at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 21 and will continue to be held the third Wednesday of each month for grades 5-8. Crafting will be on the agenda for this month. Sign-up is required at the information station.

Adult Crafty Corner Adults will be making an alcohol project. Classes are at 4 or 6 p.m.

Sign-up is required by Thursday, Feb. 15. For more information contact a staff member.

W. CR 600 S., Mentone. It will open at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 9. This is a drive-thru event and bring a box.

—o— A father/daughter dance for ages three through sixth grade will be from 6-8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10, in the Rochester High School Cafeteria; formal attire.

For tickets and general information, call (574) 835-1927.

—o— The Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority Energy Assistance Program can help pay heating and electric bills.

To see if you qualify and to apply visit EAP.ihcda.in.gov.

—o— The Heartery, located at 414 E. Main St., Kewanna, is hosting a free musical event with refreshments from 3-4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 11. The event will feature Corrine and Marty Lucas of Return to Normal, a mostly acoustic-oriented new fold duo with a theatrical, storytelling approach; accessible space. For inquiries or special need requests, call or text (574) 316-0278.

—o— Council on Aging is starting chair yoga at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 1. Join the fun and benefits of exercising with a group.

—o— Girl Scout cookies are now available through Monday, March 11. Cookies are available for purchase through a Girl Scout, online, or at a booth. Visit gsnim.org to find a local booth. To find a local Girl Scout, visit iwantcookies@ gsnim.org.

—o— The Unclaimed Property Division at Attorney General Rokita’s office helps locate rightful owners or heirs for individuals and or businesses in Indiana. To search for unclaimed money, visit indianaunclaimed.gov, text “claim” to 46220, or contact the Unclaimed Property Division at (866) 4625246.

—o— The Fulton County Public Library will have bingo from 4:305:30 p.m. the second Friday of each month. Free fun, prizes, and snacks for all. The next bingo will take place Friday, Feb. 9.

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The Fulton County Animal Adoption and Education Center will hold a low- cost vaccine and wellness clinic from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 11. An appointment is required. For more information, visit fultoncoanimalcenter.org.

—o— A Legislative Breakfast Series, presented by Fulton County Chamber of Commerce and Fulton County Farm Bureau, will start at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 10. Coffee, networking, and a presentation will begin at 8 a.m. The free breakfast meeting is open to the public and will be held in the Fulton County Public Library, 320 W. Seventh St., Rochester. The meeting will feature Fulton County Commissioners and Mayor Trent Odell.

—o— College Goal Sunday begins at

2 p.m. Sunday Feb. 25. Get free help with FAFSA filing. Families must file the FAFSA to be eligible for state and federal financial aid.

For more information, visit collegegoalsunday.org.

—o— Become a volunteer for the Division of Fish and Wildlife and share with others the commitment and support for outdoor activities, like angling, hunting, hiking, and wildlife viewing and monitoring. For more information, visit in.gov and search volunteer, or email DNRvolunteer@ dnr.IN.gov.

—o— A blood drive will be held from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 27, at Rochester High School, 1 Zebra Lane, Rochester. Call (800) 733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org to schedule an appointment.

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Indiana House approves congressional ask for term limits in Constitution

By LESLIE BONILLA MUNIZ Indiana Capital Chronicle Indiana’s House of Representatives approved a resolution for the U.S. Congress to hold a convention to amend congressional term limits into the federal Constitution.

Author Dave Hall, R-Norman, said he hoped House Joint Resolution 3 would create a “constructive dialogue that ultimately results in a constitutional amendment bringing about opportunity for the American people.”

To trigger a constitutional convention, two-thirds of the states — 34 — must also apply.

The resolution specifies the application could only be aggregated with others dealing with the same topic.

Three-fourths of the states, or 38, must ratify the changes resulting from a convention.

Opposition From Both Sides Lawmakers from both parties

spoke against the bill on the House floor.

State Rep. Aaron Morrison, R-Brazil, described a legislative branch split into four elements: elected officials, their staffers, bureaucrats and lobbyists.

“Silly to cap the amount of time that elected officials can serve but allow institutional knowledge and power to stay with all the others,” Morrison said. “I’m a ‘heck no.’”

State Rep. Chris Judy, R-Fort Wayne, noted that the average length of service for the current class of U.S. representatives was 8.5 years (4.3 two-year terms) and for the U.S. Senate, was 11.2 years (1.9 six-year terms).

That’s according to a report by the nonpartisan U.S. Congressional Research Service.

State Rep. Matt Pierce, DBloomington, cautioned it’s unclear if a constitutional convention can be kept to the topic that birthed it.

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“To me, it’s much too great of a risk to have that kind of convention meeting because who knows what the heck the Constitution will look like after it (goes) through that process?” he concluded.

Another member pointed out the term limits would apply to federal office but not the state

Rochester Community Schools and the Eastern Pulaski School Corp. are two of the entities receiving child care grants from the state.

Gov. Eric Holcomb has announced the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration’s Office of Early Childhood and Outof-School Learning is awarding another $6.9 million in employersponsored child care grants to an additional 22 businesses, community groups and school corporations, bringing the total invested to $25 million.

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Through it, RCS is getting $128,638 and EPSC $100,000.

Other local entities getting funds are B.T.I. Inc. of Argos, $22,780; and the Community Foundation of Pulaski County Inc., $750,000.

“By having more child care options, Hoosiers are provided the flexibility to enter and stay in the workforce and attain a better quality of life for their families,” Holcomb said. “The state is pleased to partner with businesses to provide more opportunities for their workforce, leading to a sustainable future for Indiana families.”

Forty employers plan to provide on-site child care to their employees, and 15 will offer child care tuition benefits to their workers.

The remaining awardees plan to support child care for their employees in a variety of other ways, such as reserving seats at partner child care centers.

Overall, more than 40 large employers with 1,000 or more employees will receive up to $750,000

each. More than 30 mid-sized employers with between 100 and 999 employees will receive up to $350,000. And 12 small employers with between 20 and 99 employees will receive up to $50,000.

“Thousands of families will benefit from affordable, convenient access to child care, and nearly 100 businesses, community groups and schools will benefit from a workforce that doesn’t have to worry about where they’re going to find it,” said OECOSL Director Courtney Penn. “But most importantly, children will benefit from quality early education that will set them up for success in K-12 and beyond.”

The program, a partnership with the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, uses a portion of the state’s remaining federal relief funds from the COVID-19 pandemic. It is part of the state’s broader efforts to strengthen the early child care and education sector, providing support for today’s workforce and investing in tomorrow’s. The program is also supported by the Indiana Manufacturers Association.

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The group’s president, Philip Blumel, commended lawmakers, and said Indiana’s House “… understands that Congress is reluctant to establish term limits on itself. Consequently, the bonus is on the states to pick up the mantle to both propose and ratify the term- limits amendment.”

The resolution next goes to Indiana’s Senate.

If passed, Indiana would join the six states which have passed identical term limits-focused applications, according to U.S. Term Limits’ “progress” tracker.

Sixteen other states have passed different term limit language in multi-subject applications.

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Reaction Lawmakers passed the resolution 59-33, with both bipartisan support and opposition.

U.S. Term Limits, a nonprofit advocating for congressional term limits, celebrated the resolution’s passage.

“The Indiana House got it right today in a big way. People I talk to all over the state are demanding term limits, and the House has heard them loud and clear,” said Micah Beckwith, the organization’s Indiana chair.

Beckwith is also a Republican candidate for Indiana lieutenant governor.

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Bill to limit foreign ‘adversaries’ from buying Indiana farmland advances in House

By CASEY SMITH Indiana Capital Chronicle A bill to limit who can buy agricultural land in Indiana advanced Monday with bipartisan support.

House Bill 1183, authored by Rep. Kendell Culp, R-Rensselaer, would prohibit purchasers from “adversarial countries” from owning or leasing Hoosier farmland.

A list of those countries is kept by the U.S. Department of Commerce and currently includes six nations: Russia, China, North Korea, Iran, Cuba and Venezuela.

The proposal builds on a previous measure passed in the 2022 session, which limited foreign entities from buying more than 320 acres in Indiana for crop farming or timber production, among other restrictions.

“This is not just an agricultural issue, this is a food security issue, and we cannot afford to lose control of even a fraction of our food supply — because if we do, then it becomes a national security issue,” Culp said, adding legislative surveys showed 91% of the respondents in his district were opposed to adversarial countries owning Indiana farmland.

The new bill advanced 11-0 from the House agriculture committee and now heads to the full chamber.

Protecting Hoosier Farmland Indiana is among 24 states which have adopted some sort of prohibition against foreign own-

ership of land.

Existing state law limits how much agricultural land can be acquired by foreign businesses, and specifically states Russian citizens or business entities cannot hold or convey real property within Indiana.

Culp’s bill expands on those conditions, permitting an adversarial beneficiary to have no more than 5% ownership in a parcel of Indiana farmland.

Those from adversarial countries are also prohibited from purchasing or leasing water rights, mineral rights or riparian rights.

Under the measure, when agricultural land is bought, the purchaser will be required to sign an affidavit at the closing of the real estate transaction, verifying they do not qualify as an adversary.

The bill additionally creates a mechanism for Indiana’s Attorney General to investigate a sale or lease agreement of agricultural land if the transaction is believed to be a violation of law.

If the transaction is found to be unlawful, the land in question could be forfeited to the state.

Exceptions are carved out for land without agricultural activity in the last five years, and land not officially recognized by the United States Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency as farmland.

If passed, Culp’s bill would take effect July 1. It grandfathers all current and past land transactions, however.

At present, 2.2% of Indiana’s nearly 15 million acres of farmland is owned or leased by a

foreign entity, of which nearly 80% is cropland, according to a 2021 report from the USDA. The county with the largest amount of foreign-owned or leased farmland is White County.

Culp emphasized while Canada is by far the largest foreign owner of farmland in the United States, Chinese interests — and the amount of nationwide acreage acquired — “is growing at an alarming rate.”

For that reason, multiple Hoosier farmers testified in support of the bill. Culp said large agricultural lobbying groups, including the Indiana Farm Bureau, Indiana Soybean Alliance and Indiana Corn Growers Association, also back the legislation. “(Our members) take great pride in being part of the agricultural fabric here in the state and raising some of the most affordable, safest food on the planet,” said Andy Tauer, director of public policy for Indiana Farm Bureau. “They just want to be sure that nothing happens that starts to erode that safety net.”

Unfairly Precluding Immigrants?

Chris Daley, executive director of the American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana, said Culp’s bill “raises concerns about unlawful national origin discrimination.”

He argued that citizens from the adversarial countries “live lawfully in Indiana” and “contribute to our economy and community well being.”

“Yet, if this bill becomes law, they will be unable to participate as owners in farming in our state. Some of those individuals

Rochester teenager arrested for allegedly burglarizing Fulton County business A Rochester teenager was recently arrested for allegedly burglarizing a business in Fulton County.

Andrew Lane Tyler, 18, 1431 ANDREW LANE TYLER Bancroft Ave., Rochester, is charged with burglary, a level 5 felony; and theft, a class A misdemeanor.

Shortly after 2 a.m. Dec. 12, 2022, a Rochester Police officer responded to a burglary in progress at the Hot Spot convenience store on Main Street. 911 dispatch advised there were two people who broke into the store.

The two individuals left the scene prior to the officer’s arrival.

According to court documents, upon arrival at the business, the officer noticed the bottom section of the front door’s glass was shattered. It looked like a rock was used to break the door. A glass section of a display case inside

the store was also broken.

Multiple areas of the store appeared to be disturbed, with items laying on the floor and strewn around a counter.

The business’ surveillance footage showed the two suspects only stayed in the store for about three minutes.

On Dec. 13, 2022, the officer was advised about an arrest being made regarding an investigation on two individuals randomly battering two people by pepper spraying them. One of the suspects was later identified as Tyler.

While serving an arrest warrant at Tyler’s residence for an unrelated case, a Rochester detective noticed items of clothing, which matched items a suspect in the burglary wore, and possible merchandise taken during the burglary, in the home.

Hot Spot’s owner said he estimated his total loss in merchandise was between $1,000 to $1,500.

The second suspect involved in the burglary has not been identified.

Tyler was booked in the Fulton County Jail Jan. 22.

support their governments and others do not, including those who have fled from their home countries,” Daley said. “If Indiana is going to address concerns about ownership of agricultural land in our state, it must do so in a way that doesn’t punish people for the actions of the government of the country in which they were born.”

Daley maintained legal permanent residents, who don’t give up citizenship in their home country, may have already been living in the United States for “15, 20, 30 years” but still would be outlawed from buying Indiana farmland.

“This bill doesn’t protect our land from our adversaries because it includes the millions and millions of people born into those countries. We can’t label everyone who was born in China as an adversary. We welcome many of them into our country; they become contributing members of our society. That’s the overreach

of this bill,” Daley continued.

“We’re labeling anyone born in one of these eight countries as an adversary, even if they fled the government we oppose, even if they oppose their home country, that government, and had to flee for that reason. We’re now saying to them, ‘You cannot be involved as an owner in farming in Indiana.’ That’s the complication.”

Culp said in response that individuals from foreign adversarial countries can still become farmland owners if they take the proper steps.

“If they’re living here, there’s a process to go through to become a U.S. citizen,” Culp said. “If they haven’t gone through that process, yes, they are subject to the terms of this bill.”

Others recommended tweaks to the bill — like a more robust exception to allow for continued agriculture research, and clarification around the affidavit requirement.

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“I like working with that age group,” she said.

It’s a group at which Mangelsdorf has aimed her new mobile business.

Mangelsdorf, who’s been a beautician since 1995 and runs Emily’s Beauty Shop, received her mobile salon license in December.

She has a mobile kit, which enables her to visit clients’ homes.

So far, Mangelsdorf has five customers for her mobile business.

She also runs her regular salon out of her home in Fulton and is subcontracted as a hairstylist at Life Care Center of Rochester, Hickory Creek at Rochester, Hickory Creek at Peru, and Hickory Creek at Winamac.

She travels to three of the nursing homes weekly and one every other week.

“I’ve been in nursing homes since 2014,” she said.

Learning that some of her clients went home from the nursing homes and couldn’t travel to get their hair styled made Mangelsdorf want to get her mobile license.

“Basically, it’s just a lot of older people just can’t get around as well as everybody else ... I’m just doing it for people who are older, home bound or have a disability,” she said.

Mangelsdorf has special tools she carries with her when she’s

at a nursing home or a residence, including a funnel for those who can’t move their necks to have their hair rinsed. She also has a portable shampoo bowl.

She said working with clients at nursing homes made her view “things from a completely different view.”

“You have to have patience ... It just takes a special kind of person to work in a nursing home,” said Mangelsdorf. “You have to give them a little extra attention ... and really have got to care about what you’re doing in order to work around people because they just can’t move as fast. They can’t always bend their neck.”

She said she’s bonded with her clients.

Mangelsdorf will sometimes play music while she’s hairstyling and once had a woman who couldn’t talk “start singing,” she said.

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“It makes them feel so much better and then I can give that one-on-one attention,” said Mangelsdorf of her older clients or those with mobility issues.

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For her mobile visits, she said she prefers to keep them within “a 20-25 mile radius” from her business in Fulton. Mangelsdorf does charge a travel fee on top of her regular fee for any mobile clients.

MAKING OTHERS LOOK GOOD — Emily Mangelsdorf poses with client Diana Holloway, seated, while styling Holloway’s hair recently at Life Care Center of Rochester. Photo provided by Emily Mangelsdorf.

Fulton County primary to have contested council race

By LEAH SANDER Staff Writer Fulton County has another contested race for this year’s May primary.

Four candidates have filed as Republicans for three Fulton County Council at-large seats.

Those are: Barry Baldwin, Patricia Geier, Matthew Finke and Steve Fishburn; only Fishburn is a current incumbent.

A list of candidates who have filed for other positions as of late morning Monday, Feb. 5, is below.

All of the candidates who have filed thus far are Republicans.

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Carrie Ranstead, state delegate.

Richard Ranstead, state delegate and county commissioner district 3.

LeeAnn Eizinger, state delegate.

Jennifer Utter, treasurer.

Kathy Adamson, auditor and precinct committeeman.

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Stephen Sanders, precinct committeeman.

Thomas Butler Jr., precinct committeeman.

Ron Woodruff, precinct committeeman.

Barry Baldwin, precinct committeeman.

Christopher Sailors, state delegate and precinct committeeman.

Monica Clennon, precinct committeeman.

Amy Roe, state delegate.

Jon Good, coroner.

Paul Williams Jr., precinct committeeman.

The deadline for filing for local positions for the 2024 primary is noon Friday, Feb. 9, and may be done at the Fulton County Courthouse.

These positions are up for election: Fulton Superior Court judge.

Fulton County auditor.

Fulton County coroner.

Fulton County treasurer.

Fulton County Commissioner District 1.

Fulton County Commissioner District 3.

Fulton County Council AtLarge, three seats.

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Let’s study the Bible Jesus visits John The Baptist (See Matthew 3:1-17)

“Then cometh Jesus from Galilee to Jordan unto John, to be baptized of him.” Matthew 3:13 K e e p in mind

By THE REV. that the RON PURKEY kingdom is being offered to Israel.

As the forerunner of the king, John is asking the people to repent (change their minds) and prepare for the king. Jesus preached this message (Mathew 4:17) and so did the disciples (Matthew 10:7). When the nation rejected the king, the kingdom was taken from them (Matthew 21:42-43).

John fulfilled the prophecy of Isaiah 40:3. He was the last of the Old Testament prophets (Luke 16:16). No prophet had been heard for 400 years.

John was humble and rustic in manner and dress. His dress reminds one of Elijah (2 Kings 1:8). In Malachi 4:5-6, God promised that Elijah would come before the dreadful day of the Lord. The Jews asked John if he was Elijah and he denied it (John 1:21). Yet, if the Jews had received their king, John would have been that Elijah (Matthew 11:14). John came in the spirit and power of Elijah (Luke 1:17).

John’s baptism was not Christian baptism (see Acts 19:1-7), but rather baptism unto repentance (see verse 11). His baptism was from heaven (Matthew 21:25-27) for two purposes: (1) to introduce Christ to the nation of Israel (John 1:31) and (2) to prepare their hearts

for the coming of the King.

Why was the sinless son of God baptized? We suggest six reasons: Jesus was not baptized to confess any sins (verse 5), since he was sinless. His baptism was his presentation to Israel (John 1:31) and a picture of his future baptism on the cross when “all the waves and billows” of judgment would go over him (Matthew 20:22; Psalm 42:7). The baptism of John looked forward to the coming of Messiah (Acts 19:1–7).

Christian baptism today looks back to the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ and witnesses of the believer’s identification with him (Colossians. 2:12; Acts 10:47–48).

The Holy Spirit was the sign God had promised to give John to identify the Messiah (John 1:31-34).

Though Jesus and John were related (Luke 1:36), it is likely they had not seen each other for years. Even if John did know Jesus in the flesh, he would want the divine assurance from heaven. The symbol of the spirit as a dove is important: the dove is a clean bird; it is faithful to its mate in love; it is peaceful and gentle. Christ was born through the power of the Spirit (Luke 1:34-35) and was also empowered by the spirit for his life and ministry.

We have the Trinity revealed in Matthew 3:16-17: the son is baptized, the Holy Spirit descends like a dove, and the God the Father speaks from heaven.

As he entered his ministry, the son was approved by the father; as he approached the cross (Matthew 17:5), he received that commendation again.

Read Ron Purkey’s free Bible study outlines at rcpbibleoutlines.com. Purkey has been an ordained Baptist minister for 50 years.

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Students learn about US flag from American Legion Post 36

By LEAH SANDER Staff Writer Fourth graders at Fulton County schools recently learned about the importance of the American flag.

American Legion Post 36 of Rochester once again conducted its flag education program.

Legion representatives gave a presentation to kids at Akron, Caston, Mentone and Riddle elementary schools and handed out patriotic comic books.

The students were then given tests with 20 multiple choice questions about who created the American flag, the elements of it and how it should be displayed.

There was also an essay question regarding “What do you think about when you see our country’s flag?”

Legion representatives graded the tests, with Monica Clennon and Kevin Druding from the Legion then traveling to the four schools on Friday, Feb. 2, and Monday, Feb. 5, to announce the names of a boy and girl from each school who’d done the best on the tests.

Kids had to answer all 20 questions right and have a good answer to the essay question to

be chosen.

The eight kids were: Ryan Fox and Ellison Burton from Akron, Parker Manus and Paisley Barcus from Caston, Cristian Acosta and Remington Bouse from Mentone, and Liam “L.J.” Robertson and Kaitlin Jaeger from Riddle.

Children got $50 each and bags filled with candy, a small American flag and more.

The eight kids’ tests will next go on to the state level to be judged.

Clennon has helped with the program for at least 12 years.

Druding is in his first year helping out with it.

“It has given them the opportunity to understand what the American flag is and what it represents,” said Druding.

“As long as they understand ... this is not a perfect country by any stretch, but it’s the best one on the planet,” said Clennon of what she hoped kids took away from the flag education program.

“If you’ve lived in other countries ... and go somewhere else, you realize that this is the best country.”

“I just want them to recognize that they have so many luxuries and so freedoms that a lot of children around the world do not,” added Clennon.

RIDDLE WINNER — Kaitlin Jaeger, left, with American Legion Post 36 of Rochester’s Monica Clennon, was the girl from Riddle Elementary School who did the best on the Legion’s flag- education test. The top boy from the school was Liam “L.J.” Robertson, who is not pictured. Photo provided by Monica Clennon.

AKRON WINNERS — Ryan Fox and Ellison Burton were the two students from Akron Elementary School who did the best in American Legion Post 36 of Rochester’s flag-education test. From left are the Legion’s Kevin Druding, Fox, Burton and the Legion’s Monica Clennon. Photo by Leah Sander.

CASTON WINNERS — Caston Elementary School students Parker Manus and Paisley Barcus did the best from the school on American Legion Post 36 of Rochester’s flag-education test. From left are the Legion’s Kevin Druding, Manus, Barcus and the Legion’s Monica Clennon. Photo provided by Caston.

MENTONE WINNERS — Cristian Acosta and Remington Bouse were the two from Mentone Elementary School who did the best on an American Legion Post 36 of Rochester’s test. From left are Bouse, the Legion’s Monica Clennon, the Legion’s Kevin Druding and Acosta. Photo by Leah Sander.

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Indiana lawmakers advance bill to lighten load on school counselors

By CASEY SMITH Indiana Capital Chronicle Hoosier lawmakers want to guarantee school counselors have more time to provide services for students. Counselors are increasingly in demand but are spending time filling in elsewhere, like as substitute teachers.

Senate Bill 141 is headed to the full chamber after the Senate education committee voted unanimously in its favor. Sen. Jean Leising, R-Oldenburg, who authored the bill, said it’s part of a push to combat Indiana’s school counselor “crisis.”

“I do think it’s an important bill because we have been putting off addressing the whole counselor issue … this is a nonbudget year, but this might be at least a way to give you some relief,” Leising said. “The most important part for me is that our counselors are doing what we all thought counselors did — whether that’s emotional counseling when kids have issues, or career counseling.”

The American School Counselor Association recently reported that Indiana has a student-to-counselor ratio of 694 to one — well above the national average and currently the highest in the country.

As of 2023, schools employed just 1,494 counselors statewide for more than 1 million students.

With the needs of Hoosiers students growing more demanding, Indiana school counselors said they’re experiencing their own crisis.

“We have a major problem in Indiana,” said Scott Carr, speaking on behalf of the Indiana School Counselor Association.

“We believe Senate Bill 141 is a tremendous step forward to help counselors today. It will allow counselors to spend more of their time on counseling-related activities, as opposed to noncounseling related activities, across the state.”

More Time For Counseling The latest draft of Leising’s bill requires that for the 20242025 academic year, schools must ensure that at least 60% of a school counselor’s aggregate time on the clock is devoted to providing direct services to students. This increases to 85% beginning with the 20252026 school year.

Schools that have a ratio of fewer than 350 students per school counselor are exempt from the time requirement provisions.

Kendyl Weise, a school counselor and chair of the state association’s advocacy committee, told lawmakers counselors in elementary schools are often forced to take on supervisory roles outside the scope of their normal duties. At the secondary level, counselors are frequently tasked with overseeing assessments, such as Advanced Placement exams.

“For example, I was an assessment coordinator. I was the one who was in charge of all the assessments at the secondary level. I planned, I trained teachers, I put schedules together, I figured out rooms, I figured out proctors, I administered, I cleaned up after the test, and I

shipped materials back,” Weise said.

When bogged down with those other duties, school counselors aren’t able to actually counsel students, Weise said.

That’s especially concerning “given the mental health needs of our students.”

The ASCA divides school counselors’ roles into three domains: applying academic achievement strategies, managing emotions and applying interpersonal skills, and planning for post-secondary options.

The national association makes it clear appropriate du-

ties for school counselors include: Academic planning advisement.

Providing short-term counseling to students.

Overseeing new student orientation.

Interpreting student records and cognitive/aptitude/achievement tests.

Consulting with teachers and school principals, including to resolve student issues.

They should not be expected to provide long-term counseling to address psychological disorders, cover classes for teachers,

supervise classrooms or common areas, or keep clerical records, among other tasks.

According to the latest annual Indiana School Counselor Survey, Hoosier counselors reported spending 10 days per school year on proctoring or supervising testing. More time was spent on other non-counseling duties.

More Work Needed?

Robert Taylor, executive director of the Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents, pleaded with legislators to allow schools to retain some flexibility to stretch staff.

Taylor pointed to superintendents who drive school buses, principals who clean restrooms, and teachers who provide supervision outside instruction “on a daily basis.”

He said there are benefits to counselors assisting students “outside a structured counseling arrangement.” The 85% figure, Taylor continued, “is arbitrary.”

She pushed back, however, against Leising’s willingness to reduce the time requirement in a future amendment, emphasizing that 80% is what’s recommended by the ASCA.

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Man arrested in Fulton County for using machine gun to shoot at vacant residence An Alabama man was recently arrested in Fulton County for allegedly using a machine gun to shoot at a vacant residence near KEON TYRESE DRIVER Rochester.

K e o n Tyrese Driver, 20, Sylacauga,

Ala., is charged with operating a loaded machine gun, a level 4 felony; possession of a machine gun, a level 5 felony; and criminal recklessness committed with a deadly weapon and resisting law enforcement in a vehicle, both level 6 felonies.

On Jan. 31, Fulton County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a location north of Rochester regarding a report about several gunshots being heard near a vacant residence.

A vehicle was at the residence

Yakym’s office announces local staff hours U.S. Rep. Rudy Yakym’s staff is having the following local office hours in February: Rochester District Office, 709 Main St., 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Thursdays.

Akron Clerk’s Office, 206 W.

Rochester St., 10-11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 8.

Pulaski County CDC/Economic Development Board Room, 623 W. 11th St., Winamac, 2:30-4 p.m. Monday, Feb. 12.

Public Auctions Online Only Tool, Plumbing and Construction Auction Bid now through 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 12. Pickup Tuesday, Feb. 13 by appointment only; located at 1582 W. SR 114, North Manchester. Shop tools including Ridgid, DeWalt, Craftsman, Miller, Bosch and Hilti. Plumbing supplies, socket sets, job boxes, construction supplies, equipment and more. Full catalog and photos available at metzgerauction. com. Metzger Property Services.

Online Only Building Site Auction Bid until 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13. Property located at on Wabash Ave., just north of intersection of West Side Ave. in Rochester. Watch for auction signs.

Secluded wooded building site, 11.34 acres. Bid online at bidmetzger.com. Metzger Property Services.

C & S Outdoor Power Equipment Auction 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 17.

Located at 770 N. Michigan St., Argos. Mowers, mower parts, accessories, attachments, signs, toys. More information and photos available at hahnrealtyandauction.com.

Online bidding and catalog available at proxibid.com. Hahn Auctioneers.

and left the scene.

According to court documents, a deputy found the suspect vehicle traveling 85 mph in a 55 mph zone. The vehicle’s driver did not stop for law enforcement and continued traveling at a high rate of speed.

Eventually, the vehicle parked at a church and its driver attempted to flee on foot but was apprehended. Driver was later identified as the vehicle’s operator.

When asked about a firearm, Driver said he ditched it. A K9

unit was used to find the firearm, which was a fully automatic Glock 19. Driver admitted to shooting the firearm at the residence and said he took off because he was scared.

Driver was booked in the Fulton County Jail Jan. 31.

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Rochester winter sports update —

Despite late rally, girls basketball falls to Valley in sectional semis Ava Egolf hit five 3-pointers and scored a game-high 22 points, and the Tippecanoe Valley girls basketball team staved off a spirited Rochester rally over

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the final five minutes to earn a 43-40 win in a Class 3A, Sectional 18 semifinal at Rochester Friday.

Valley made just 11 of 30 free throws. Rochester had a chance to potentially tie the game with a 3-pointer after Chesnee Miller missed two at the line with 9.9 seconds left.

Aubrey Wilson scored 16 points to lead Rochester, who finished 12-12 and lost to Valley for the fourth

straight time.

On Jan. 30, Aubrey Wilson scored nine of her 17 points in the fourth quarter. Rylee Clevenger hit four 3-pointers and also scored 17 to lead the Rochester girls basketball team to a 48-35 win over Knox in a Class 3A, Sectional 18 quarterfinal.

Ella McCarter added eight points and 10 points for Rochester, who improved to 12-11 and earned a semifinal meeting with Tippecanoe Valley.

Depression —you are not alone E d i t o r ’s Note: Ginger Richard is a nurse practitioner for Woodlawn Health.

Depression is a comBy GINGER mon emotion RICHARD that, at one time or another, we have all felt. Sometimes, the stigma of admitting one’s concerns or feelings keeps us from speaking up.

Rest assured that depression is the most common mood disorder causing disability in the United States and throughout the world.

When depression is left untreated, an individual is at risk of developing other conditions such as cardiovascular disease, obesity, thyroid disease, and diabetes. Depression is characterized by persistent feelings of despair and sadness, and it can

lead to a loss of interest in previously pleasurable activities as well as a loss of interest in relationships.

The following are some signs and symptoms of depression: Feeling sad or anxious frequently or all of the time.

Not wanting to do activities that used to be fun.

Feeling irritable, easily frustrated, or restless.

Having difficulty falling or staying asleep?

Waking up too early or sleeping too much.

Eating more or less than usual or having no appetite.

Experiencing aches, pains, headaches, or stomach problems that do not improve with treatment.

Having trouble concentrating, remembering details, or making decisions.

Feeling tired, even after sleeping well.

Feeling guilty, worthless, or helpless.

Thinking about suicide or

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When any of these symptoms last over a period of time, one needs to seek help from a medical provider as they can interfere with one’s quality of life.

Depression can be caused by a variety of factors, including a life stressor, trauma, the death of a loved one, suffering relatives, or financial stress. While no one person handles depression alike, there are different therapies to help cope with it. The first step is to seek help in dealing with the issue at hand. Therapy or counseling can often help sort through the thoughts and feelings one is experiencing in their life. Counseling helps with behavioral change and finding solutions to the issues at hand.

To help improve coping skills and mood, antidepressants and other medications can be started.

There are many different drug classes available for your provider to try in treatment. While taking these medications, it’s important for the patient to know they may not feel the benefit in a few days and that it takes up to four weeks for the full effects.

The most important thing is to realize you are not alone, and resources are available to help.

Contact your primary care provider, as they can perform a depression screening to determine if you fit the diagnosis of depression.

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Boys Basketball Rochester boys basketball team lost to Lewis Cass 46-44 Saturday.

Brady Baugher added eight points, Carson Paulik had seven, and Jack Reffett and Owen Prater had six each for the Zebras, who dropped to 8-7 overall and 4-2 in the Three Rivers Conference.

On Feb. 1, Owen Prater scored 17 points, including the go-ahead basket with 1:47 left, to lead four players in double figures as the Rochester boys basketball team beat host Southwood 62-59 Thursday.

Tanner Reinartz added 13 points, Carson Paulik had 11, and Drew Bowers had 10 for Rochester, who won its fourth straight game and improved to 8-6 overall and 4-1 in the Three Rivers Conference.

Wrestling Led by individual champions Layne Horn (126), D.J. Basham (132), Brant Beck (165), Alex Deming (215) and Brady Beck (HWT), the Rochester wrestling team finished second at the Penn regional Saturday.

Rochester finished second among 17 schools.

Rochester had won backto-back regionals in 2022 and 2023 — the first two regional crowns in in school history — when they were assigned to the Maconaquah and Peru regionals, respectively.

Horn, Brant Beck, Deming and Brady Beck all remain undefeated on the season and ranked in the top 10 in their

Fulton County Chamber’s Coffee and Conversation The Fulton County Chamber of Commerce’s next installment of Coffee and Conversation is Thursday, Feb. 8.

It will be from 7:30-8:30 a.m. at Jarrety’s Place, 701 Main St., Rochester.

Members may network and learn about Joe’s

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Registration and coffee are complimentary with chamber membership, with breakfast available for purchase.

Members should register at www.fultoncountychamber. com/events or with Kellie Scobie at (574) 224-2666.

ProPEL US 31 study team to be in Rochester Feb. 8 Those behind the ProPEL US 31 study, looking at the future usage of the highway, are having upcoming office hours in Rochester.

The team will be at Harvest Moon Foods, 5758 N. Old US 31, from noon to 2 p.m., and the Ful-

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Basham, a senior, was unranked and had never won a major tournament in his prep career. He began his day with a 7-2 decision over Mishawaka Marian’s Preston Manzuk, defeated Penn freshman Angelo Vargo by injury default when Vargo appeared to suffer a serious arm or elbow injury within the first 30 seconds and then beat Plymouth senior Seth Wright in the final 8-2.

Other Zebras who qualified for the semistate included Declan Gard, Colin Weiand, Grant Holloway, and Wyatt Davis.

The semistate is this Saturday in East Chicago.

Swimming The Rochester girls swimming team scored 47 points and finished in a tie for 11th place out of 12 schools at the Warsaw sectional Saturday.

No Rochester swimmer made a sectional final. Freshman Kylie Haselby was the only swimmer to reach a consolation race.

On Jan. 30, Jake Seuferer won the 100 freestyle and 100 backstroke in his final home dual meet as part of a fourblue ribbon night as the Zebra boys beat Plymouth 103-75 at Rochester Middle School.

Rochester individual winners included Tanner Reese in the 50 freestyle, Wes Steininger in the 100 butterfly and Peyton Brooks in diving.

Rochester also swept all three relays.

ton County Public Library’s Rochester branch, 320 W. Seventh St., from 3-5 p.m., both on Thursday, Feb. 8.

People may ask questions and provide feedback then.

For more information on the study, visit propelus31.com.

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