Shopping Guide News - May 1, 2024

By LEAH SANDER Staff Writer

Riddle Elementary School students and staff recently enjoyed a visit to Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory.

They read “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” by Roald Dahl as part of the school’s One School, One Book.

In its fifth year, the program allows students and all staff to read the same book and participate in activities related to the selected theme.

“The kids ask for it. It’s a lot of fun, and it involves families, and that’s a win,” said Riddle third grade teacher Leesa Kolter and One School, One Book organizer of why the school continues to have the program.

A committee chooses the title each fall, with Kolter saying “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” was picked “because it’s fun.”

“It’s a familiar theme, but not very many of the students had actually read the book,” she said.

Riddle staff announced the book during an assembly March

BECOMING AN OOMPA LOOMPA Sophia Freeman, left, paints Ellie Newcomb’s face like an oompa loompa from the Roald Dahl book “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” at Riddle Elementary School April 23. It was during the family carnival to mark the end of “One School, One Book”, in which Riddle students and staff read “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.”

25 after spring break. Copies of “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” were handed out, and Riddle Principal Luke Biernacki read a portion of the book.

Over the past few weeks, kids watched videos of various Rochester Community Schools’ staff and community members reading the book.

“We’ve had dentists, doctors,” said Kolter of people who have read books through video for One School, One Book over the years.

“We had the mayor ... and we usually have some staff from Columbia (Elementary School) because

the kids miss them and ... middle and high school people they know because it’s a really good way for them to see that everybody reads.”

“As we’re reading every day, we have trivia, so they can win prizes and show their book knowledge. We do activities in the classroom,” added Kolter. “(Recently) we did a middle of the book check-in, and so they made candy bars.”

Students also brought in photos of them reading the book at home and doing activities for show and tell.

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FACTORY TREATS Lillian Scott poses by refreshments at Riddle Elementary School’s family carnival on April 23. They went with the theme of “Charlie

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CHOCOLATE

and the Chocolate Factory” which Riddle students

staff just read through One School, One Book.

WONKA BAR Tyler Swartzel Jr. decorates a wrapper for his Wonka candy bar at Riddle Elementary School’s family carnival on April 23. The event had a “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” theme as students and staff just read it through One School, One Book.

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Caston’s Zimpleman named new Fulton County Lilly Scholar

By LEAH SANDER Staff Writer

Fulton County has a new Lilly Scholar.

Caston High School senior, Addison Zimpleman, learned April 9 she was the recipient of the 2024 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship.

Addison, of Fulton, was originally a runner-up to Rochester High

School senior Wesley Steininger for the award. However, Steininger opted to decline the scholarship as he will attend an out-of-state university, making him ineligible for the award.

“It felt amazing,” said Zimpleman of being named the Lilly Scholar. “I’m already going to Purdue University Fort Wayne to play softball, but knowing all my tuition and books and fees would be paid

LILLY SCHOLAR Caston

High School senior Addison

Zimpleman is the new 2024 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship recipient for Fulton County.

for was truly a blessing.”

The scholarship will pay for Zimpleman’s full tuition and fees at PFW and up to a $900 stipend yearly for books and equipment for four years.

“Honestly, I was very shocked at first as well,” she added. “Wesley was very deserving of this.”

Zimpleman was going to PFW on an athletic scholarship, but she’s turning that down in favor of the Lilly award.

She’ll study business or marketing at PFW.

“My dream goal is to open up

some type of business around the community (to benefit it),” said Zimpleman.

She is the daughter of Greg and Camile Zimpleman and has spent all of her school years in the Caston School Corp.

“I have to say this community is a family. They’re always willing to defend you in any way and just bring you in no matter who you are,” she said.

She said English has been her favorite subject.

playing softball),” said Addison.

“I just always knew that I loved the sport, and it was kind of a safe space I could go to when things maybe weren’t going my way.”

She’s been a middle infielder and pitcher at Caston and said she will “primarily play middle infield” at PFW.

Aside from her Caston extracurricular activities, Addison also is involved in the Fulton-Liberty Lions Club, helping with fish fries and doing princess makeovers for little girls around Fulton Fun Day.

“It allows me to be creative, kind of think outside the box, understand how other people think differently about a certain topic or what we’re reading, which I really love,” said Addison. “I like hearing other people’s opinions about what they have to say about something.”

Addison was selected for the Lilly scholarship based on her academics and community involvement. She also wrote an essay and completed an interview.

“I wrote about the foster care system and how it’s impacted my life,” said Addison.

English teacher, Melinda Shultz, has been Addison’s favorite educator.

She noted her aunt and uncle have served as foster parents.

“She’s kind of pushed me to be the best student,” said Addison. “Her classroom, it’s almost like a safe space I would say just because she’s just willing to let us say whatever we want and listen to what we do have to say.”

Addison has played basketball and volleyball at Caston as well as been in National Honor Society and Key Club.

Softball, which she’s played all four years of high school, is her favorite extracurricular activity though.

“I was about 8 (when I started

“I’ve seen firsthand how the system works ... I’ve seen kids come in and out ... but in the end just seeing how grateful they were to be a part of a family and just to be loved by people, which they weren’t necessarily getting ... Just seeing all of that work out in God’s way was truly amazing.”

Addison said the interview process for the Lilly Scholarship was “the most beneficial” to her as it prepared her for the future.

“It opens a lot of doors, and it just helps build your character,” she would say to others of applying for the scholarship.

Photo by Leah Sander.

Good Neighbors

Good Neighbors is a column in which readers share friendly advice. To ask or answer questions, write ‘the PAPER’, Good Neighbors, P.O. Box 188, Milford, IN 46542; fax 800-886-3796; or e-mail abias@the-papers.com. Please no phone calls.

Editor’s Note: The Good Neighbors column is for people looking for hard-to-find or old items or for people seeking advice, not for items you can find in a local store or sell through the help of a classified ad. This column will now run every other week.

Seeking books

Good neighbors: To the good neighbor looking for books; there is going to be a book sale May 3-4, at 6061 W. CR 500N, Ligonier, where you might find what you are looking for. — A reader

New questions

Old bed springs — Is there any good neighbor that has some old bed springs they want to get rid of? Call (574) 364-0406.

Ground cover rose — Does anyone have a ground cover rose start that I could have? Preferably close to Nappanee/Bremen area. Call (574) 2481699.

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Students got to watch the play “Willy Wonka Jr.” at the Rochester High School auditorium right after spring break, directed by RHS graduates Jennifer (Elliott) Estes and Jayson Elliott.

On April 22, RCS Superintendent Jana Vance read the last portion of the book to kids. Events culminated with a family carnival April 23, with “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”-themed crafts, games and refreshments.

“You hear them talking about it to each other and the ideas and how they see things,” she said. “It just gives them something that the oldest and the youngest can talk about and share positive things from their home, so it’s a connector.”

One School, One Book is paid for with donations and via school fundraising.

“It usually costs us like $6,000, so it’s expensive,” noted Kolter.

People may donate for One School, One Book by sending monies to Riddle and mentioning it is for the program.

Child’s bike — Wanted: A tag-along child’s bike. Call (574) 773-0009. Prefer in the Nappanee area.

Mattress set/Vitamix blender — Looking for a good mattress set someone is not using anymore; twin size for bunk beds. Also looking for a VitaMix blender someone might not need anymore. Call (574) 354-9413.

Wide-mouth jars — Does any good neighbor have 2-quart, wide-mouth jars they no longer want? Call (574) 642-1300, ext. 4158 and leave a message.

Used softballs — Would any good neighbor have used softballs they would be willing to give away? My granddaughter is an aspiring pitcher and would like lots of softballs to practice with. A dozen or so would be great. Call (574) 527-3830.

Blood pressure monitor — Looking for a blood pressure monitor. Call (574) 224-4321.

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WONKA VISION Rhemi Thompson poses on Wonka Vision during Riddle Elementary School’s “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”-themed family carnival on April 23.

O bituaries

Cecilia Bell Caregiver

Cecilia Bell, 42, Rochester, passed away Friday, April 19, 2024, at her residence.

On Nov. 16, 1981, Cecilia Sue was born in Plymouth to Hurchel and Margaret Brannam Bell. She attended Rochester Community Schools and graduated from Stafford Home School.

Cecilia was a caregiver in the health field. Being very crafty, she enjoyed painting and coloring. She was creative with words and liked to write poems. Going to amusement parks with her family and friends was always a great time. Most recently, she became closer in her walk with God.

Left to cherish Cecilia’s memory are three daughters, Mackenzie Chapman of Nappanee, Selena Fiallos and Jennifer Fiallos; father, Hurchel Bell and wife Ruby Ann, all of Morristown, Tenn.; mother, Margaret Barnett and husband Dewayne of Corbin, Ky.; sister, Jessica Bell and fiancé Houston White of Kewanna; four brothers, Jordan Bell and fiancé Angel Vanderwall of Rochester, Zachary Bell and wife Brittany of Hampton, Va., Hurchel Bell III and Isaac Bell, both of Morristown, Tenn.; one granddaughter, Serenity; aunts and uncles, Frank Fugate, Stanley and Debra Cook and Charles and Teresa Noel; special cousin and like a sister, Paula Bruner of Rochester; cousins who were like brothers, Raymond Spencer, Ryan Spencer and Brandon Spencer; her first husband, Michael Rogers; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding Cecilia in death are infant sister, Breazy May Bell; paternal grandparents, Jim and Bertha Gibson; Aunt Kathy Tolson and Aunt Ada Fugate.

A celebration of the life of Cecilia Sue Bell was at 11 a.m. Friday, April 26, at Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 19th St., Rochester. Friends visited with the family one hour prior to the service in the funeral home.

Electronic expressions of sympathy may be made to her family at goodfamilyfh.com.

Pequitti M. Montelongo

Pequitti M. Montelongo, 75, Rochester, passed away at 8:18 a.m. Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at her residence.

She was born on June 10, 1948, in Logansport, the daughter of Samuel and Esther (Armantrout) Shuey.

Pequitti worked as a certified nurse aide at Woodlawn Hospital for many years and had done home health care. She was a member of the Antioch Baptist Church and enjoyed gardening and tending to her many flowers. She loved to have garage sales, decorating for the Christmas holiday, spending time with her family, grandchildren and her neighbor children.

Survivors include her longtime companion, Edward Benavidez, Rochester; daughter, Katrina (Ron) Swihart, Rochester; sons, Jason (Heather) Montelongo, Rochester, and William “Scott” (Lisa) Howard, Puryear, Tenn.; 18 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; brothers, Gary (Cathy) Shuey, Rochester, and Rex Shuey, Italy; sisters, Carolyn Sue Griffis, Warsaw, and Tamara (Greg) Mounsey, Marion; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding her in death were a son, Arnett “Dick” Howard; grandson, Elijah Miller; niece, Vicki Mow; brothers, Jack “Jackie” Shuey, John Mooy, Martin Shuey and Charles Shuey; and sisters, Sandra Guthrie, Melody Ann Perez, Robin Lea Kellly and Mary Ellen Mooy Rush.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Fulton County Animal and Adoption Education Center.

Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Online condolences may be expressed at zimmermanbrosfh.com.

Barbara J. Linsky Self-Employed Seamstress

Barbara J. Linsky, 77, Rochester, passed away at 12:52 p.m. Sunday, April 21, 2024, at her residence.

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Barbara was born on June 23, 1946, in Fort Wayne, the daughter of Alster and Berniece (Wilson) Fraser. After she graduated from Southside High School in Fort Wayne, she worked at Magnavox in Columbia City before becoming a selfemployed seamstress. She was a member of the Red Hat Society and was proud to have been baptized in her Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints of Columbia City.

Barbara enjoyed visiting the Senior Center to play dominoes and painting. She was an avid Elvis fan and was proud of her Scottish Heritage, being a direct descendant of Castle Fraser in Scotland. A highlight in her life was visiting the Mormon Temple in Utah.

Survivors include her daughter, Theresa Swanson, Rochester; adoptive son, Lynden Swanson, Rochester; grandchildren, Carol Swanson, Rochester, Donald Bradley, Rochester, Kira Abbott, Columbia City, Ashley Linsky, Fort Wayne, Hailee Linsky, Fort Wayne, and Rebecca Linsky, Fort Wayne; seven great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; brother, Kenneth (Carol) Barnes, Boise, Idaho; and sister, Karen (Dave) Smith, New Mexico.

Preceding her in death were her parents; son, Timothy Linsky; daughter, Annette Linsky; and brothers, Scott Barnes and Rick Barnes.

Memorial services were conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 28, at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Friends visit from 1-3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to donor’s favorite charity.

Online condolences may be expressed at zimmermanbrosfh. com.

Martha Ann Clark

Martha

Ann Clark, 91, Lake Bruce, died Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Pulaski Healthcare Center.

She was born on May 12, 1932. On Aug. 5, 1951, she married Omer Ray Clark; who preceded her in death.

She is survived by her children, Larry Clark, Noblesville, Linda Clark, Sturgis, Mich., Terry (Debbie) Clark, Lebanon and Debby Litke, Indianapolis; nine grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Kenneth and Marie (Sennett) McEwan; brothers, Fred McEwan and Rich McEwan; and greatgranddaughter, Lauren Clark.

A celebration of life service will be at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 5, at Kewanna Church of Christ, 116 S. Logan St. Kewanna.

Friends may visit from 1 p.m. until the time of the service.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Kewanna Church of Christ and/or the Pulaski Memorial Hospital Auxiliary.

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

Gene Schramm

Rosalee Bridge

Rosalee Bridge, 85, Warsaw, died Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Renown Medical Cancer Center, Reno, Nev.

She was born on Nov. 26, 1938. On April 16, 1967, she married Roger A. Bridge; they were married for 32 years.

She is survived by her children, Jennifer (Carroll) Blair, Warsaw, and Jeff Bridge, Reno, Nev.; sisters, Sally (Ron) Weeks, Tonasket, Wash., Kathy Jurek, Gonzalez, Texas, Vicki (Dennis) Horoho, Rochester, and Lisa (Ted) Little, North Manchester.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Rober Dillon and Vada (Kinzie Dillon) Longnecker.

No services are planned.

Preferred memorials are to the American Cancer Society, cancer.org/ donate.

Jacalyn ‘Jackie’ Miller

Jacalyn “Jackie” Miller, 63, Walkerton, died April 20, 2024, in Mishawaka.

Gene Schramm, 79, Winamac , died on Monday, April 22, 2024, at Hickory Creek, Winamac. She was born on Aug. 26, 1944. On Dec. 19, 1973, she married Ray Schramm; who preceded her in death on May 18, 1995.

She is survived by two daughters, Kathy (Ray) Franko, and Laura J.T. Mays, both of Winamac; three sons, Chris (Kim) Schramm, Barry (Li Han) Fostvelt, both of Winamac, and Kyle (Angelina) Schramm, North Pole, Alaska; 23 grandchildren; 25 greatgrandchildren; sister, Carol Schmidt, Culver; brother, Bill Fisher, Winamac; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd Eugene and Vonda Zoe (Vanscoyk) Fisher; two grandsons, and one stillborn grandson.

Memorial services were held at noon EDT Wednesday, April 24, at Frain Mortuary, Winamac, with Rev. Jeff Herron officiating.

Private graveside services were held in Winamac Cemetery (Southlawn Addition) Winamac.

Interment was held in Winamac Cemetery (Southlawn Addition) Winamac.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Pulaski Animal Center, First United Methodist Church, or Habitat for Humanity.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

She was born on Jan. 11, 1961. She is survived by son, Jeffrey Miller, Walkerton; three grandchildren; three sisters, Juanita (Ron) Good, Jane Miller and Randy Summerlott, both of Portage; and Janet Ashcraft and Todd Schoettmer, Akron; several nephews and one niece.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Sewall and Joan Miller; daughter, Joannie Blankenship. No funeral services will be held.

Memorial contributions may be made to Palmer Funeral Home to assist the family with funeral expenses. Arrangements have been entrusted to Palmer Funeral Homes – River Park Chapel.

Wanda Sue (Savage) Overmyer

Wanda Sue (Savage) Overmyer, 87, Argos, died at 4:44 a.m. April 23, 2024, at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. She was born on Sept.12, 1936. On Sept. 20, 1960, she married Arthur “Art” Earl Overmyer; who survives.

She is survived by her son,Thomas (Lisa) Earl Overmyer; daughter, Joetta Sue Overmyer and Jerry Chizum, all of Argos; two grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and brother, Daniel (Jan) Savage, Argos.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Stephen Savage and Ruth (Mahler) Savage.

Funeral services were held 11 a.m. Monday, April 29, at Earl-Grossman Funeral Home, Argos, with Cindy Flagg officiating.

Interment was held in Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Santa Anna Church: Attn: Roberta Kepler, 14583 20 A Rd., Argos, IN 46501

Arrangements have been entrusted to Earl-Grossman Funeral Home, Argos.

PEQUITTI M. MONTELONGO

BARBARA

LINSKY

CECILIA BELL

GENE SCHRAMM

JACALYN ‘JACKIE’ K. MILLER

MARTHA ANN CLARK ROSALEE BRIDGE

WANDA SUE (SAVAGE) OVERMYER

Suzanne Silberman

Avid Elvis Presley Fan

Suzanne “Suzie” Silberman, 71, Macy, passed away at 10:18 a.m. Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis, following a lengthy illness and diagnosis.

She was born on April 14, 1953, in Chicago, Ill., the daughter of Donald L. and A. Edna (Sorenson) Silberman.

SUZANNE SILBERMAN

Always having worked, Suzie also had a love, though, for connecting with people. She started her own businesses, Suzie’s Accounting and Suzie’s Country Crafts, which she operated out of her home for many years. Suzanne was a God-fearing woman that knew exactly who her maker was and that she would join him in heaven when her time on Earth was complete. Much of her life she attended St. John Lutheran Church in Rochester and Macy Christian Church in Macy.

Suzie was an avid Elvis Presley fan as long as any can remember. She loved to crochet and make various crafts as gifts for others. She loved going to concerts, reading, playing games, traveling, going to church and had been active in a bowling league for many years but most importantly, gathering with family and friends was most dear to her heart.

Survivors include her children, Bruce Wiard Jr., Rochester, Michelle Brubaker (Paul) Shanklin, Rochester, Farrah (Jack) Grubbs, Normal, Ill., Joshua (Melissa) Wiard, Chesnee, S.C., and Justin Wiard, Macy; grandchildren, Travis (Michelle) Herrell, Tanner Music, Jeffrey Herrell, Stephanie Grubbs, Kyleigh Grubbs, Angel Wiard, Austin Wiard, Aiden Wiard and Briana Whiteman; siblings, Madonna (Ronald) Johnson, Brownsville, Texas, Cheryle Neubeck, Rochester, and Dani (David) Lockwood, Kenosha, Wis.; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Sandra D. Briney and Claudia Medsker; and brothers, Hugh W. Silberman and Roger Silberman.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, May 3, at Odd Fellows Cemetery, Rochester.

Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Online condolences may be expressed zimmermanbrosfh.com.

Cynthia ‘Cindy’ Lou Hartzler

Cynthia “Cindy” Lou Hartzler, 65, Greentown , and formerly of Wabash and Akron, died at 2:42 p.m. Sunday, April 21, 2024, at Community Howard Kokomo Hospital. She was born April 19, 1959.

CYNTHIA ‘CINDY’ LOU HARTZLER

She is survived by one daughter, Amanda E. (Alex) Powell; two grandchildren; grandpup Evie; brother, Jerry (Deb) Hartzler; and sister, Angie (Matt) Gast, both of Akron; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family members.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jerome Hartzler and Annetta (Flook/Hartzler) Robinette; brother, Todd “Harley” Hartzler. There will be a celebration of life service at a later date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Hartzler Funeral Home, 305 W. Rochester St. Akron.

Robert ‘Bob’ Lowell Voreis

Robert “Bob” Lowell Voreis, 99, Argos, died at 8:19 a.m. Friday, April 26, 2024, at his residence.

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Court News

Circuit Court

The following petitions have been filed in Fulton Circuit Court, Judge Arthur Christopher Lee presiding: Complaints

Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC v. Jillyn Kline, Rochester, $779.59

Granger, $164.50; Morsal Rasouli, Fishers, $192.50; John Cook, Cedar Park, Texas, $154.50; Alan Mattson, Jenison, Mich., $154.50; Brianna Angarola, LaPorte, $192.50

Driving while suspended — Taylor Kovacs, Osceola, $164.50; Benjamin Towers, Granger, $164.50

Operating with expired plates — Arthur Ashbridge, Fishers, $164

Anna Marie Podell

Anna Marie Podell, Tavares, Fla., formerly of Winamac, died Sunday, April 28, 2024, in Florida. Arrangements are pending at Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

William ‘Bill’ Ellison

William “Bill” Ellison, 68, Logansport , formerly of Winamac, died, April 25, 2024. He was born on Sept. 2, 1955. He was previously married to Pam Rogers; who preceded him in death in 2013. In 2014, he married Mary Stewart; who survives.

Additional survivors are son, William “Cory” (Ellen) Ellison, Bennetts Switch; stepchildren, Billy (Tammy) Hoffman, Peru, and Lisa (John) Newman, Flakes, Ky.; mother-in-law, Carole Rogers; brother, Dennis (Jan) Ellison; and sister, Peg Glenn, all of Logansport; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Buford Ellison and Margaret Ann Rinebarger.

Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 30, at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Harrison Chapel, 304 S. Chicago St., Royal Center, with Pastors John Landes and John Newman officiating.

Burial with military rites was held in Kistler Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

He was born on Jan. 29, 1925. On June 20, 1947, he married Jennie June Nifong; who preceded him in death Oct. 12, 1977. On May 20, 1979, he married Lenora Kathryn Smith; who preceded him in death Feb. 10, 1997.

Midland Credit Management, INC. v. Mary Reese, Akron, $1,316.66; Travis Huffman, Rochester, $1,087.44; David Thomas, Rochester, $1,631.08

Superior Court

He is survived by his children, Teresa (Rick) Baney, Atwood, and Robert (Ruth) L. Voreis, Claypool; stepchildren, Kathy Evans, and Karen Smith, both of Argos, and Kimberly(Jim) Lockwood, Plymouth, 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren; and dear friend, Dona Leadbetter.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William Guy Voreis and Esther Ineze (Fishburn) Voreis; sisters, Patricia Williams, and Donna Bell Luebker; stepson, Kenny Smith

Friends may visit with the family from 1-3 p.m. Thursday, May 2, at the Earl-Grossman Funeral Home, 208 N. Michigan St., Argos. Funeral services will follow at 3 p.m. in the funeral home, with Pastor David Banning and Pastor Jerry Thomas, officiating. Interment will be held in New Oakhill Cemetery, Plymouth.

The following petitions have been filed in Fulton Superior Court, Judge Gregory L. Heller presiding: LVNV Funding, LLC v. Amanda Goodman, Rochester, $657.55; Gabriel Ybarra, Rochester, $5,499.95; Helen Simmons, Rochester, $958.82

Credit Acceptance Corporation v. Danny See, Rochester, $5,727.91; Dyllan Yeargin, Rochester, $6,033.05; Sara Jurado, Rochester, $1,305.44

Drive Now Auto Credit Company, Inc. v. Cassandra Barr-Toosley, Francesville, $16,288.98

Eagle Finance Company, Rebecca Stewart, Akron, $1,574.05

Midland Credit Management, Inc. v. Carleen Basham, Rochester, $3,763.64

Traffic Violations

The following fines and levies were paid in Fulton County courts: Speeding — Cameron Thomas, Indianapolis, $164.50; Ryan Reiblich, Indianapolis, $154.50; Andre Gomez, Granger, $175; Heather Tackitt, Milford, $154.50; Mark Brezai, Chicago, $175; Dylan Loomis, Three Rivers, Mich., $154.50; Anna Schrader, Mishawaka, $154.50; David Esemomoh, Decatur, $154.50; Terrie Wyant, Monrovia, $164.50; Shana Vandamme,

Marriage Licenses

The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Fulton County Clerk of the Court: Ramer-Martin

Floyd Ramer, 21, Rochester, and Veronica Martin, 20, Rochester Hassenplug-Hudson

Ethan Hassenplug, 20, Kewanna, and Morgan Hudson, 22, Kewanna Baker-Enyart

Audrey Enyart, 34, Rochester, and Justin Baker, 30, Rochester

Marriage Dissolutions

The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in Fulton County courts:

Rush — Jeremy Rush, Akron, and Tina Rush, Rochester. With minor children.

Lewis — Jared Lewis, Akron, and Cassondra Lewis, Akron. With minor children.

Parks — Matthew Parks, Rochester, and Chasity Parks, Rochester. With minor children.

Fox — Steven Fox, Rochester, and Brenda Fox. No minor children.

MARKING ARBOR DAY

Representatives from Duke Energy and Pike Lumber Co. helped Akron Elementary School students plant trees at the school on Friday, April 26, for Arbor Day. Photo provided by Chris Rassi.

WILLIAM ‘BILL’ ELLISON

ANNA MARIE PODELL

ROBERT ‘BOB’ LOWELL

ART DISPLAY — Psi Iota (Eta Mu Chapter) and Honeywell Arts and Entertainment sponsored the annual banner competition again this year in Fulton County. The theme was “Welcome to My Little Town.” Students of all ages were tasked with creating a banner to visually communicate this

theme and then finalists were chosen. The finalists from Rochester Community Schools are now on display at the Fulton County Public Library, Rochester. The banners will be on display until May 22. Photo provided by Fulton County Public Library.

Annual community gathering to be held on courthouse lawn May 2

Several pastors in the community will be leading prayer during the annual community gathering at 12:04 p.m. and 7 p.m. Thursday, May 2, at the Fulton County Courthouse, (west side) 815 Main St., Rochester. This National Day of Prayer is an opportunity for the believers in the Lord Jesus Christ to unite and pray for the community and country.

Maxinkuckee Singers upcoming programs

The Maxinkuckee Singers present “Spring into Music” on the following dates and times and locations: Rochester Grace Church

7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 1 Knox United Methodist Church

6:30 p.m. CST or 7:30 p.m. EST Thursday, May 2 Plymouth Church of the Brethren

7:30 p.m. Monday, May 6 Argos United Methodist Church

7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 7 Culver United Church of Christ

7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 8 Rees Theatre Plymouth 7 p.m. Saturday, May 11 For more information email maxplayersandsingers@gmail.com or visit maxplayers.org.

Updates and happenings in and around the area

First Baptist Church will host National Day of Prayer gatherings at 7 a.m., noon, and 3:30 p.m. Thursday, May 2, at 1000 Main St., Rochester. Prayers for the nation, families, and for specific local leaders and organizations will be included. The church sanctuary will be open during the day for personal prayer. For more information, visit nationaldayofprayer.org.

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Rochester Kiwanis Club will have its chicken noodle dinner from 5-7 p.m. Monday, May 5, in the Rochester High School cafeteria. Carry-out is available. Cost is $12 at the door or from any member. All proceeds will fund college scholarships.

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Rochester High School’s plant sale will be from 3-5 p.m. May 2, 6, and 8; and 8 a.m. to noon May 4 and 11. Plants available are: petunias, marigolds, impatients, geraniums, peppers, tomatoes, a variety of planters and hanging baskets.

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Rochester Park Board meets twice a month. Meetings begin at noon the second and fourth Monday of each month, at Rochester City Hall Rochester Tree Board will meet at 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, at City Hall.

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Early voting in Fulton County continues. The following dates, times and locations are before the Tuesday, May 7 primary: Fulton County Courthouse

8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Friday through May 3; 8 a.m. to 3

p.m., 8 a.m. to noon, Saturday, April 27, and May 4; 8 a.m. to noon Monday, May 6.

Kewanna Fire

Station and Newcastle Community Building

8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 27 Grass Creek Fire Station and Aubbeenaubbee

Township Building

8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 4

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Public is invited to an open house and ribbon cutting for Fulton County Habitat for Humanity’s new facility at 917 Franklin St., Rochester. The ribbon-cutting ceremony is at 4 p.m. and the open house is 4-6 p.m. Thursday, May 2.

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Mini 4-H sign-up deadline is Wednesday, May 15. It’s open to all children in kindergarten through second grade. Sign-up for 4-H online is required. For more information, contact the extension office, (574) 223-3397.

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A pancake and sausage breakfast will be from 7-11 a.m. Monday, May 27, at the Fulton County Fairgrounds. Tickets are available from club members or at the door. The Rochester Optimist Club is sponsoring the breakfast and all proceeds go to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Tickets are $8 for adults and $3.50 for ages 12 and younger.

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Free sports physicals will take place from 5-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 6, at Woodlawn Health Pediatrics Office, locat-

Voting sites detailed for May 7 primary

Voters will have six locations to choose from in Fulton County to cast their ballots for the Tuesday, May 7 primary.

As the county has switched to vote centers, registered voters regardless of where they reside may go to any of the following six sites on Election Day from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.:

Akron Community Building, 815 E. Rural St.

Fulton Community Building, 204 E. Dunn St. Kewanna Fire Station, 404 N. Toner St. Community Resource Center, 625 Pontiac St., Rochester. Fulton County Fairgrounds, 1009 W. Third St., Rochester. Fulton County Historical Mu-

seum, 37 E. CR 375N, Rochester.

Any registered voters in any part of the county, regardless of whether they reside in a city or town or in a rural area, may vote in the primary for national, state and local leadership positions.

Early voting is also ongoing.

People may vote early at the following locations:

Fulton County Courthouse, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Friday, May 3; 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 4; and 8 a.m. to noon Monday, May 6.

Grass Creek Fire Station and Aubbeenaubbee Township Building, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 4.

ed on the second floor of Woodlawn Health, 1400 E. Ninth St., Rochester. Legal guardians must fill out and sign child’s Indiana Sports Physical form, along with consent to treat form prior to physical. Students will not be evaluated with incomplete documents. A legal guardian needs to be present. —o—

The following meetings will be held in the Commissioner’s Room, 125 E. Ninth St., Rochester.

Commissioner’s Meeting

9 a.m. Monday, May 6.

Fulton County BZA Meeting

7 p.m. Wednesday, May 8.

Drainage Board Meeting

9 a.m. Monday, May 13.

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The Indiana Immunization Coalition is hosting a health fair from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, at the Fulton County Fairgrounds Community Building, 1009 W. Third St., Rochester. All services are free. First 50 people will receive a free hygiene kit (min. value $25), a pack of diapers, and a $10 gas card. Vaccines are available at no cost; no appointment necessary. The health fair is open to the public. For more information on what is available at the health fair and to register for vaccines visit vaccinateindiana. org/health-fairs. Plus, they can

go to this website to register for vaccines.

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Life Care Center of Rochester, 827 W. 13th St., Rochester, serves a free breakfast to all veterans. Breakfast starts at 8 a.m. the third Thursday, of every month. All veterans are welcome. Call (574) 223-4331 to RSVP.

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Rochester Athletic Booster Club is a nonprofit organization that financially supports the athletic programs of the Rochester Community Youth Athletic Organizations. The club is now accepting new memberships. For any inquiries or assistance, contact Charlee Schwenk (574) 835-4890.

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Woodlawn Foundation will host its 19th annual golf tournament; shotgun start is at 8 a.m. Thursday, June 6. Regis-

tration forms and payment is required in advance. Payment must be received prior to registration. Cash or check only. For more information, contact Alison Heyde (765) 256-0117.

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Ladies Auxiliary Spring Fling Craft Fair and Bazaar is 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 11, at the American Legion Post No. 60, 828 Burlington Ave., Logansport. The bazaar is for all veteran affairs.

There will be items for silent auction bidding, bake sale, raffles, food served all day, and a party for kids. Raffles are: a military quilt, fire pit, a 50/50, meat bundles and more; free admission. Many bid items are from the Rochester area.

For more information, call Sandy (574) 753-8620, email sandysuesturdivant@gmail. com. Proceeds used for veterans’ needs.

State of Indiana launches SUN Bucks

The state of Indiana recently announced that applications for the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer program, also known as SUN Bucks, are now open.

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SUN Bucks is a new benefits program that provides families a one-time payment of $120 for each eligible school-aged child to help purchase groceries during the summer. This ensures that students continue to have access to healthy meals beyond the school year.

Children are eligible for the program if:

• The household already participates in SNAP, TANF or income-based Medicaid.

• The student has been identified as a ward of the state (foster child), homeless or migrant.

• The student attends a school that offers the National School Lunch Program and the household income meets the requirements for free or reducedprice school meals.

The benefits will be provided

to eligible families on a separate EBT card and mailed directly to their home. Benefits can be used at authorized retailers, like grocery stores and farmers markets, to purchase healthy foods, such as fruits, vegetables, meats and other protein sources, whole grains and dairy. These benefits are available in addition to free meals that children of all ages can get at SUN Meals sites in their communities.

Most eligible families will receive these benefits automatically and local schools will communicate eligibility to parents and families. Some parents will need to apply. The following households need to complete the online SUN Bucks application:

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• Households with children

attending a school operating the Community Eligibility Provision, where all meals are free to students, and who have not been notified of automatic SUN Bucks eligibility.

• Households with children attending a school operating NSLP who were not approved for free or reduced meals during the school year.

• Households with children that do not attend a school operating NSLP and who receive SNAP, TANF, certain levels of income-based Medicaid or are foster, migrant or homeless.

SUN Bucks is funded by the state of Indiana and the United States Department of Agriculture. Visit the Indiana SUN Bucks webpage to learn more about this new program and apply today.

— Jesus Christ foretells the future

(Read Luke 21:1-38)

“And it shall turn to you for a testimony” (Luke 21:13)

First, Trouble (Luke 21:17). Jesus Christ was not impressed with the beauty of the temple, for he knew that it was a “den of thieves” (Luke 19:46) that had been left desolate by God (Matthew 23:38). When Jesus announced that the temple was destined to be destroyed, four of his disciples asked for details about this event.

“Tell us, when will these things be?” (Mark 13:3-4) This is Luke’s version of the Olivet Discourse, found also in Matthew 24-25 and Mark 13.

Second, Encouragements (Luke 21:8-9). Since he was writing especially for Gentiles, Luke did not include all the

prophetic details that relate particularly to the nation of Israel. Jesus told his disciples that difficult times lay ahead of the church, but that they should heed his word and not be led astray by deceivers. Neither should they be frightened by national, international, and natural calamities, or give up when persecution becomes intense. Times of tribulation can be times of testimony, and the Spirit would give them the wisdom and words that they needed.

Third, Admonitions (Luke21:20-24). In this paragraph, Jesus prepared his people for the fall of Jerusalem, which took place in 70 A.D. He admonished the people to get out of Jerusalem and Judea, and those who heeded his word were spared. “The times of the Gentiles” refers to the period when the Gentiles would overrun Jerusalem and be in control. “The times of the Gentiles” began with the captivity of Jerusalem by the Babylonians in 606-586 B.C. (2 Chronicles 36), and it will end when Christ returns to earth at the Second Coming (not the Rapture) (Zechariah 13-14).

Fourth, Signs (Luke 21:2533). Jesus teaches what will

happen in the last half of the Tribulation period, just before He appears in glory at the Second Coming to the earth (not the Rapture). The last half of the Tribulation will be a very distressing time, with great judgments from heaven and great distresses on the earth (Revelation 13-19). Believers will find great encouragement from the signs that point to his coming, and they will look up expectantly as they await his return.

Fifth, Dangers (Luke 21:34-38). In view of the fact that Jesus could return at any moment, it befits us as believers to be ready when he comes. We must beware of worldliness and the cares of this life. While we must not ignore our daily duties, we must be careful to live in the light of eternity. By reminding ourselves daily that Jesus may return before the day ends, we will walk carefully so that we will not be caught unprepared when he comes (1 John 2:28).

“This generation” (Luke 21:32) refers to the generation alive when all these things take place. God will preserve his people and see them through their sufferings so that they can enter into their glorious kingdom. That will be a happy day!

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The City of Rochester Water Department has an opening for a full-time Laborer.

Successful candidate must have excellent mathematical, written, and oral communication skills. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and perform general labor duties such as digging, bending, twisting, etc. with hand tools and equipment. Experience in operating machinery or equivalent is preferred, but not required. A valid driver’s license with clean driving record and a high school diploma or equivalent are required.

Successful candidate will also be required to obtain the necessary certifications for water plant operations.

Complete job description and applications are available at the City Building Complex, City Hall, 320 Main St., Rochester, IN 46975. These are available through the drive-through at the Water Office and City Hall.

Applications will be accepted April 15, 2024 through May 15, 2024 by end of day. EOE

By THE REV. RON PURKEY CHICKS FOR CHICKS — Students in Mrs. Wortley’s second grade class at Riddle Elementary School enjoy watching the chicks they had in the classroom. Photo by Lori Carr.

Fulton County among those receiving READI 2.0 funds

Fulton County and other surrounding counties are among those set to receive READI 2.0 funds from the state.

Fulton County is part of the North Central Region receiving funds. That region was awarded $35 million.

It was led by the North Central Indiana Regional Planning Council, with the counties part of it including Cass, Clinton, Fulton, Howard, Miami and Tipton.

Gov. Eric J. Holcomb announced plans to award $500 million to 15 regions representing all 92 counties to support quality of place and quality of life initiatives statewide.

The funding, made available through the expansion of the In-

diana Regional Acceleration and Development Initiative, called “READI,” was approved recently by the Indiana Economic Development Corp. board of directors at a special session hosted by the governor and Secretary of Commerce David Rosenberg. READI

2.0 will grow the state’s overall program commitment to $1 billion, marking an unprecedented state-led investment in cultivating communities that attract and retain top talent.

“Indiana is leading the way in future-focused investments in our economy and in our communities, ensuring that all Hoosiers of today and tomorrow have the opportunity to prosper,” said Holcomb. “READI has already re-

That is life

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Don’t call your mother by her first name.

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sulted in more than $12.6 billion invested in quality of place and quality of life assets. The second iteration of the initiative — READI 2.0 — along with additional committed investments from the Lilly Endowment, will bring billions more to Hoosier neighborhoods, preparing communities, industry and talent for the next generation and beyond.”

In February, the 15 regions submitted proposals for READI 2.0 funding, outlining each region’s vision for its future as well as growth strategies and action plans to improve its quality of life, quality of place and quality of opportunity.

An external review committee evaluated the applications based on a variety of factors, including economic development potential, alignment with the state’s priorities, such as population growth, per capita income growth, growth in employment opportunities, educational attainment, housing units developed, child care capacity and innovation activities as well as the level of focus on rural communities, and the degree of regional collaboration.

“Almost every conversation I have with a company, whether an established Hoosier business or a new company coming to the state, begins and ends with workforce,” said Rosenberg. “READI is an essential component for the state retaining and growing our population and workforce talent.

“Under the governor’s leader-

ship, Indiana is investing an historic $1 billion to build vibrant and healthy communities that attract top talent, support families, cultivate innovation and entrepreneurship, and catalyze continued economic and job growth.

Companies around the world are taking notice of this program, and the General Assembly’s investment in these areas has unquestionably been a business retention and attraction tool.”

This funding will build on the momentum of the state’s initial commitment to READI, which has yielded $12.6 billion (26:1 investment leverage ratio) in committed capital investments by public and private sources in Indiana’s communities.

The 15 regions awarded funding through READI 2.0 will be

eligible to access an additional $250 million grant awarded by Lilly Endowment Inc. to enhance the impact of Indiana’s investments through READI, focusing on projects targeting blight reduction and redevelopment and enhancing Indiana’s vibrant arts and culture ecosystem. Much like other quality of place initiatives led by the Indiana Economic Development Corp., READI 2.0 and its expansion through Lilly Endowment Inc. is expected to attract a minimum 4:1 match of local public and private funding. Based on the plans outlined in READI 2.0 applications, the state’s $500 million investment alone is expected to yield nearly $11 billion overall invested in increasing the vibrancy and prosperity of Hoosier communities.

business. Sorry, that’s lawyer talk.

Don’t let your boss know you don’t like a dirty job. What your boss might say: Stay home the rest of the week and clean up your thoughts.

Just a small part of that’s life.

CHICKS ON THE LOOSE — Riddle Elementary School students in Mrs. Wortley’s second grade class enjoyed having baby chicks in the classroom. They arrived April 1. Photo by Lori Carr.

Chudzynski receives Community Service Award at county chamber gala

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By LEAH SANDER Staff Writer

Kendra Chudzynski has volunteered with Fulton County children and adults in various ways.

For her efforts, she received the 58th Community Service Award at the Fulton County Chamber of

Commerce’s annual gala on Saturday, April 27.

The event was held this year at the Akron Community Center, with a Kentucky Derby theme.

Chudzynski’s boss at The Smith Sawyer Smith Agency in Rochester, Mart Smith, presented her with the award.

He noted the honor is given to

someone annually who “has exemplified service to the community and to others.

“It is given to somebody that has just given time, money, energy and spirit to everything that they have been involved with,” said Smith.

He said Chudzynski, an insurance agent, had been heavily in-

volved with the chamber, including serving as a past president of its board of directors.

Smith said Chudzynski had spent time reading to Columbia Elementary School students. She’s also “volunteered time at (The Outlet) Youth Center and has worked with the Fulton County Leadership Academy,” he said.

Chudzynski’s other community service past and present includes being involved with the Kiwanis Club of Rochester, having served as president; Fulton County

United Way; the Fulton County Council on Aging; Big Brothers Big Sisters; Court Appointed Special Advocates of Fulton County; Rochester Parks and Recreation Board; and Rochester Redevelopment Commission.

Chudzynski said she was “a little shocked” to get the award.

“I am so fortunate to live in this community,” she said.

Chudzynski thanked her husband Dan Chudzynski for his support.

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BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR Attorney Lauren Adley with Perkins & Adley LLP won the Business Professional of the Year at the Fulton County Chamber of Commerce’s annual gala on Saturday, April 27, at the Akron Community Center. From left are Chamber Executive Director Jillian Smith, Adley, presenter Tyson Kalischuk and Chamber Board President Taylor Showley.

COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD WINNER Kendra Chudzynski won the Community Service Award at the Fulton County Chamber of Commerce’s annual gala on Saturday, April 27, at the Akron Community Center. From left are Chamber Executive Director Jillian Smith, presenter Mart Smith, Chudzynski and Chamber Board President Taylor Showley.

Chudzynski receives

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nity. I love this community,” she added, noting she raised her family in Fulton County.

“This room is filled with people who just serve their community every day,” Kendra added.

“I learned to live a life of community service through my mom. She was always a volunteer in all of the organizations (when I was) growing up,” she said after the gala. “My family supports me. My Smith Sawyer

Smith family supports me. I’m going to continue to support this community that I love.”

“I’m very fortunate to be here and live here, and we have so much to offer, and I’m just so thankful to be part of this com-

BEST DRESSED Katrina Jackson, left, was named the best dressed female attendee at the Fulton County Chamber of Commerce’s annual gala on Saturday, April 27, at the Akron Community Center. With her is Chamber Board Past President Andy Perkins.

munity,” said Kendra. Others receiving awards April 27 included: The Times Theater of Rochester for Organization of the Year; attorney Lauren Adley of Perkins & Adley LLP for Business Professional of the Year; and Mustard Seed Mercantile of Rochester for Emerging Business Award. The chamber also gave out awards for best dressed male attendee and best dressed female attendee, which Dave Sommers and Katrina Jackson respectively won for donning the best Kentucky Derby attire.

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EMERGING BUSINESS AWARD WINNER Mustard Seed Mercantile of Rochester won the Emerging Business Award at the Fulton County Chamber of Commerce’s annual gala on Saturday, April 27, at the Akron Community Center. From left are Chamber Board President Taylor Showley, Mustard Seed owner Mallory Hadaway, her husband Anthony Hadaway and Chamber Executive Director Jillian Smith.

ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR The Times Theater of Rochester won Organization of the Year at the Fulton County Chamber of Commerce’s annual gala on Saturday, April 27, at the Akron Community Center. From left are Chamber Executive Director Jillian Smith, The Times Theater Executive Director Julie Shambarger, Chamber Board President Taylor Showley and presenter Chuck Gibbons.

May events at Akron Carnegie Public Library

The Akron Carnegie Public Library is offering the following events in May.

The last story hour for spring

will be Wednesday, May 8. Preschoolers ages 3-6 years old will enjoy listening to stories, singing songs and making crafts. Story

hour begins at 10 a.m. and lasts approximately one hour each Wednesday.

Second Seasons Fitness Tuesdays and Thursdays are fitness awareness. Chair exercises on both days start at 10 a.m. and is an hour of moving the body. A variety of principles will be covered to help keep the body, spirit and mind at its best.

Adult Readers’ Book Club

Book club meets at 5 p.m. Thursday, May 2. Not your ordinary book club, you choose the book of your choice and let the group know what you think of it. New members are always welcome.

Star Wars Day

Scavenger Hunt

Celebrate Star Wars Day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 3-4. Luke, Leah, and the rest of the gang will be hiding out among the shelves and books. Can you find them before the emperor does? Stop in to play anytime the library is open.

Akron Public Library Board of Trustees

Trustees will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 7, in the community room.

W.O.W. Club

The club begins at 4 p.m.

Wednesday, May 8. This afterschool club is geared toward first through second grade and meets the second Wednesday of the month. Wacky on Wednesday is a free club and the program lasts approximately one hour. No signup is required. W.O.W. Club will go on hiatus during the summer and resume in the fall.

Senior Bingo

Senior bingo, courtesy of Second Seasons programming, will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 14. This will be the final senior bingo for spring.

Tween Scene

Tween Scene meets at 4 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month. It is for grades 5-8. On Wednesday, May 15, tweens will be baking a dessert with April. Use the sign-up sheets at the information station to know how many to plan for. After this event, Tween Scene will take a break for summer and return in the fall.

Lego Club

Lego Club will meet from 4-5 p.m. Monday, May 20. Note the change of date to a week earlier.

Elementary kids can join and explore their creativity with LEGOs and Snap Circuits, creatively stretching kids’ imaginations with LEGO play, adventure and

friends. LEGO Club will take a break in the summer and return after the school year begins.

The Chain Gang

Chain Gang meets at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, for those who enjoy crocheting, knitting, sewing or needlepoint. Bring 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.

Crafty Corner

The theme for this class is “Fairy Garden Windows.” Signup is required for the 4 p.m. or 6 p.m. class. In order to have enough material available, you must sign up by Thursday, May 16. There will be a $5 charge to attend.

Memorial Day

The library will be closed Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day.

Summer Reading Program

The summer reading program for children and teens kicks off Monday, June 3. Pre-registration starts Monday, May 20. This year’s theme is “Adventure Begins at Your Library.” Visit akron. lib.in.us often for the latest information and activities relating to the summer reading program.

Mother’s Day mammograms

By LYNDA SODERLUND Guest Writer

Editor’s Note: Lynda Soderlund is a mammographer at Woodlawn Health.

As Mother’s Day fast approaches, be reminded to schedule a mammogram. Moms are the most selfless and sometimes forget to schedule yearly screenings. For your moms and mother figures alike in your life, make sure to encourage them to schedule their mammograms so you can enjoy them for many more years.

Annual mammograms are the single best tool for detect-

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ing breast cancer in its earliest stages. These exams allow your doctor to monitor breast changes

that can occur over time. While most of these changes are completely normal, your doctor can also identify abnormal changes. Missing your annual screening mammogram can do more harm than good in the long run. Most commercial insurance companies, as well as Marketplace Health Plans, offer mammograms and other preventative care benefits at no cost to you. This is true even if you haven’t met your annual deductible. Celebrate health and early detection this Mother’s Day and get in touch with a medical provider to schedule a mammogram today.

Boys golf finishes 19th at Hall of Fame Invite

The Rochester boys golf team shot a 352 and finished 19th out of 21 teams at the Hall of Fame Invitational in Peru Saturday.

By VAL TSOUTSOURIS Guest Writer

Noah Riffle led with an 81, J.R. McLochlin and Isaac Heishman each had an 89, Davis Renie had a 93, and Ashton Musselman had a 99.

Homestead won the team title with a 298.

On Thursday, Riffle shot a 36 to share medalist honors. Davis Renie added a career-low 38 for nine holes as the team beat Northfield 157-168 Thursday.

Rochester’s score was a seasonlow for nine holes.

On April 24, Riffle shot a 38 to earn medalist honors and lead Rochester to a three-way win over host North Miami and Whitko.

The Rochester JV also won its three-way match.

Girls Tennis

Ella McCarter, Audrey Bolinger and Rylee Clevenger swept the singles matches.Taylor Howard and Chloe Nichols prevailed at

No. 1 doubles for the Lady Zs in a 4-1 Three Rivers Conference road win over Wabash April 24.

McCarter, Bolinger and Clevenger lost six games combined. Bolinger was making her singles debut after playing No. 1 doubles each of the last two years.

Howard, returning to doubles after playing No. 2 singles, teamed with Nichols to win 6-2, 7-6 (7) over Abbi Hipskind and Maddie Von Uhl.

Rochester also won the JV match 2-0.

On April 22, the Lady Zs lost 5-0 to host Manchester in straight sets to fall to 6-3 overall and 2-1 in the Three Rivers Conference.

Track

MaKenna Jackson prevailed again in the pole vault to highlight the Rochester girls track team’s performance Friday.

The Rochester girls received a third-place showing from Audrey Wagner in the 300 hurdles, Kyra Doran in the 100 hurdles and long jump and Ashlynn Weyant in the discus.

Grant Bailey finished second in the 800 meters. Mason Hisey fin ished second in the discus for the Rochester boys at Tipton.

Softball

The Rochester softball team went 0-2 at the Jimtown tourna ment Saturday to fall to 5-9.

Rochester lost to Jimtown 4-3 and to Peru 6-3.

In the Jimtown game, Rochester scored all of their runs in the sixth inning on an RBI bunt single from Darah Strasser and a game-tying two-run double from Jadyn Field.

In the Peru game, Rochester trailed 6-1. Rochester and Peru will meet again at Peru May 6.

Manchester’s softball team beat Rochester 6-2 April 24.

On April 22, Rensberger pitched a two-hit shutout with one walk and 11 strikeouts. Rochester’s softball team drubbed Northfield 14-0 in five innings.

Rensberger was coming off her first career no-hitter in a 13-0 win over Twin Lakes three days earlier.

Meanwhile, Rochester drew Lewis Cass in the IHSAA draw Sunday. The teams will meet in a Class 2A, Sectional 37 quarterfinal May 20.

Baseball

Reiss Gaerte doubled and homered and drove in two runs. Evan

On April 22, Brandon McKillip had two hits, including the go-ahead RBI single, as part of a five-run seventh inning, for the win as the Northfield baseball team beat Rochester 9-4.

3-3 in the fourth.

RETIRING A retirement party for Rochester Police Department

Detective Lt. Matt Campbell was held on Friday, April 26. Campbell, left, shaking hands with Rochester Police Chief Andy Shotts, is retiring after 30 years with the RPD. Photo provided by the RPD.

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BACK IN TIME Adam Stewart, left, and his son Conrad Stewart of Mishawaka pose in their tent at the Redbud Trail Rendezvous on Saturday, April 27, at the Fulton County Museum. Photo by Leah Sander.

OLD-TIME MUSIC — Jennifer Laffoon, left, and Kevin Grant play during the Redbud Trail Rendezvous at the Fulton County Museum on Saturday, April 27. Photo by Leah Sander.

THE VILLAGE BLACKSMITH Rick Allison of Valparaiso works on a cross in the blacksmith shop at the Fulton County Museum on Saturday, April 27, during the Redbud Trail Rendezvous. Photo by Leah Sander.

WEAVING AWAY Michael Allen of Sedalia weaves a sash at the Redbud Trail Rendezvous on Saturday, April 27, at the Fulton County Museum. Photo by Leah Sander.

Shambarger honored in Congressional Record for Times Theater work

By LEAH SANDER Staff Writer

Julie Shambarger thought around 50 community members had gathered at The Times Theater of Rochester Thursday, April 25, to honor artist Jim Scott, who’s working on a new mural there.

Instead, they and U.S. Rep. Rudy Yakym were present to recognize her.

Yakym, who represents Indiana’s 2nd Congressional District of which Rochester is part, told Shambarger, who serves as the theater’s executive director, he was honoring her for her work to restore and utilize the 100-yearold building by mentioning her in the Congressional Record, which he did March 19.

He read to those present what he’d entered on Shambarger’s behalf, found below:

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Julie Shambarger for the incredible work she has done to revitalize downtown Rochester,

Indiana, by spearheading the effort to refurbish and reopen The Times Theater in Rochester.

“As is the case with so many venues on Main streets across America, The Times Theater was an iconic symbol of Main Street Rochester before closing its doors in 2014.

“Rather than accept The Times Theater’s apparent fate as a project of the past, Julie Shambarger poured her heart and soul into the mission of ensuring this cherished community fixture would be open for business and welcome visitors once again.

“Guided by her belief that The Times Theater could be restored as the vibrant heart of the Rochester community, Julie marshalled the effort to acquire the grants and donations needed to renovate The Times Theater so its reopening could be not only a possibility, but a reality.

“Today, The Times Theater is host to not only movies but also live music and community events, and it has welcomed

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over 9,000 guests since reopening last February. It has elevated the cultural landscape of Rochester and been a beacon of artistic innovation and creative expression.

“At a time when many of America’s social and civic ties are fraying, places like The Times Theater — places the community can take pride in and congregate at — are all the more important.

“I and so many other Hoosiers are immensely grateful to Julie Shambarger for the dedicated and diligent work she has done to bring more energy and life back to downtown Rochester and all of Fulton County.

“I look forward to visiting The Times Theater again soon and seeing how Julie Shambarger’s efforts will continue to pay dividends in the years ahead.”

Yakym said before he read the Congressional Record that he was “really, really passionate about the revitalization of small town America, having places like this where people want to grow up, raise their family and stay here instead of doing what so many other people used to do, which is move away.”

Shambarger credited others for helping reopen the theater.

“This almost has nothing to do about me,” she said. “There are so many other people that started this and thank God because I wouldn’t have. It just was perfect timing. A lot of things came together and that switch got flipped, and I could see it and

the pandemic happened. We had time.”

“I personally know about everybody in this room, family and friends, and just leaned on everybody, surrounded myself with the best of the best and just pushed and pushed and promised they couldn’t outwork me,” Shambarger added. “We’ve been here every day for almost three

years and thank you for showing up when we did is all I can say really because we tried to match every dollar with hard work and dedication.”

“It’s just incredible,” she said after the presentation of other people, who helped restore the theater. “I got the privilege of taking (the restoration) over the finish line.”

SHAMBARGER HONORED U.S. Rep. Rudy Yakym, left, poses with The Times Theater of Rochester Executive Director Julie Shambarger Thursday, April 25, at the theater after he read from the entry he made in the Congressional Record March 19 honoring her for her work in restoring and reopening the 100-year-old building. Photo by Leah Sander.