Shopping Guide News - Fulton County - August 23, 2023

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You’ve probably never heard of it, but Fannin’s Elk Ridge farm is really something to see. It’s a whole different world to discover right here under our noses.

Save yourself a trip to Yellowstone and check this place out; it’s a breathtaking representation of true nature. The farm is home to 19 elk that wander the property freely and proudly. They are truly majestic animals.

Brandon Fannin started his farm in August of 2018.

He purchased two elk cows with the best genetics he could afford from a farm just south of Kokomo owned by Chuck Cannedy.

Fannin didn’t own a bull at that time, so the cows were left at Cannedy’s farm to be bred. After breeding

season in late November, the cows were transported to their new home in Rochester.

Now, the farm is a bustling center of activity. What started as a two-cow operation, is now home to nearly 20 elk.

Fannin spends his days tending to the herd and getting ready for the elk competition.

“The competition is in the last week of July, and it’s always a year behind, because in July the

bulls are still growing their current set of antlers, Fannin explained. “So, the antlers you take to the competition, are their set from last year.”

Now, as we near September, antler-trimming season is upon us. The antlers are trimmed in late August when the bulls’ testosterone levels are peaking.

Aggression within the bullpen is a sure sign that this has been achieved. Their attitudes begin to change and they challenge each other constantly. Confrontations between them are inevitable, and the elk with the largest “head-gear” tends to be the boss. Trimming the antlers reduces the risk of the bulls harming each other while

sparring. It also tames their attitude a bit.

“When you cut them off, it kind of calms them down a little bit.” Fannin said. “It doesn’t lower the testosterone levels, but they know they don’t have the headgear on top of them to be able to back-up that attitude.”

There is a thin layer of fur on the antlers called velvet. The bulls will rub most of the velvet off themselves by scratching their horns against trees. Fannin says he cuts down some trees in the forest on the property, and places them in the pen to facilitate the process.

“If they’ve got a lot of velvet left on them, and we’re

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Tippecanoe Valley graduate comes back to teach elementary special education

“When I was a student at Tippecanoe Valley High School, I thought I’d become an engineer,” stated Cameron Parker, Silver Lake. “But my plans changed once I got to college. I decided instead to become a teacher. And

I was thrilled that a position opened for a special education teacher at Akron Elementary, my own community.”

Parker majored in early childhood development and elementary education at Manchester University, graduating in 2023. “I also specialized in mild intervention there,” he added. “My student teaching at Pierceton Elementary was in special education and I loved it. They are the sweetest kids ever and I enjoy working in smaller groups than an average classroom setting. My classroom consists of half the third-grade special education students and all of the fourth-grade special education students.”

He has fond memories of working with special needs students when he was at Valley. “I worked with them in the unified track program. They are so thankful for what they have. They make the most of every opportunity that comes their way.”

However, Parker admits that the special education teacher

has to have a great deal of patience. “They may not learn something the first time around. They may not even learn it the 97th time around. But when they do catch on, the labor is worth it. When they finally get it and you see that light in their eyes, the time was well worth it.”

Whether he’s teaching in a special ed classroom or a traditional setting, Parker believes it’s important to build relationships first. “Every good teacher knows that students will give their best to the educators who take the time to know them. Sure, we need to know the content of what we’re teaching. But knowing the students is just as important. That way we can find ways to teach subjects in a manner that’s easy for them to understand.”

Parker has always loved kids.

“I grew up in a big family with a lot of little cousins. I babysat in the summertime.”

He urges future teachers to get into the profession for the right reason. “We work long, stressful hours with not a lot of pay. If a teacher does not love what they are doing, they will not last. It’s hard work.”

One of the reasons Parker chose to teach elementary students is because of their curiosity to learn. “They’re thrilled to learn new things. They want to

know and experience life.”

This school year he is also part of the high school football coaching staff. “I’m assistant running back and defensive back coach. Part of my job is to supervise drills and help them improve their performance.”

Being on the football, basketball and baseball teams when he was a student at Valley fills him with nostalgia. “I remember going out to practice with my best friends, doing a sport we all loved.”

In his free time, he’s an avid golfer. “I work at the golf course in the summer.” He also likes hanging out with friends, fishing, and snowboarding in the winter.

“I’m thrilled to be working at a school in my own community. We’re a big, happy family here.”

He concluded, “Students always do well when they know their teacher has their best interests at heart — who wants what’s best for them.”

Semi-annual unidirectional flushing of water mains

The City of Rochester Water Department will be conducting the semi-annual unidirectional flush-

ing of all the city-owned water mains.

Beginning Aug. 21, city contrac-

tor, M.E. Simpson and Company will be performing the unidirectional flushing of the city water main lines (process to clean the mains).

The work will continue for 30 days, weather permitting. During these dates one may experience cloudy or discolored water at any time. The water is safe to use and drink. Running it longer before use may help to clear it. It is recommended avoiding washing white clothes while water is discolored.

The city apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause, but flushing ensures lines are properly maintained.

Also, see us at these Farmers’ Markets:  Rochester Courthouse: Saturday 8-12

Park:  Saturday 9-1

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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 run every other week.

Books

Good neighbors: Old books need new homes: craft, song, hymn, stories, etc. Call (574) 601-1241.

New questions

Flagstone — We are looking for flagstone. Does anyone have some you would like to get rid of? Call (574) 773-5231.

Calendars/greeting cards — Looking for old calendars and old greeting cards, such as Christ-

mas, get well, birthday, sympathy or thinking of you. Also, looking for old card games and old vintage black-and-white photos. Call (574) 306-8527.

Seed packets — Looking for seed packets and old Farmers Almanacs. Also, looking for old newspapers, old documents and old play money. Call (574) 306-8527.

File folders — Looking for file folders and hanging file folders. Also, seeking board games (missing pieces OK), rickrack, small zippers and envelopes of any size. Call (574) 306-8527.

Programming shortwave — I would like to find someone in the area who will give me the lowdown and teach me how to program my little shortwave. Also, any additional information would be great. Call (574) 376-0552 and leave a message.

Mark Vice Servant w/a Song

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taking them to the competition, then I’ll finish stripping what velvet they didn’t get off.” Fannin explained. “If we’re not taking them to the competition, then I’ll cut the antlers up into dog-chewsize pieces and sell them for dog chews.”

Fannin has won a few awards already in his brief time in the business.

“In 2022 we won the two-yearold, non-typical, international champion with a bull named Timber. And, this year we took Timber’s three-year-old set out, and he placed second in the three-year-old category.” said Fannin. “We also took another bull’s set, his name was Billy, and he placed second in the two-yearold non-typical category.”

So what is difference between typical and non-typical bulls?

Typical bulls have symmetrical antlers, meaning they match on both sides. Non-typical bulls antlers don’t match.

The location of the conference

fluctuates, with most of them being held out west. However, much to Fannin’s delight, next year’s conference is in Lafayette.

Tours are available for $7 per

person with children ages 5 and under free. It is located at 8582 E 300N, Rochester. Visit their Facebook page or call (574) 551-0782 for more details.

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OBITUARIES

Roselyn B. James

Red Cross Volunteer

Roselyn B. James, 61, Rochester, passed away at 9:49 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 10, 2023, at her residence.

She was born Sept. 16, 1961, in Indianapolis, the daughter of Allen and Hannah (Allen) Glassburn.

Roselyn had worked in customer service for many restaurants over the years. She had been a volunteer for Red Cross and enjoyed doing beadwork making necklaces and bracelets.

Survivors include her children, Angelia Gaines, Rochester, Susan Suire, Plymouth, and Robert James, Winamac; grandchildren, Ashley Salita, Jake Duffin, Tatiana Ulicny and Belle Dixon; three great-grandchildren; siblings, Allen Glassburn, Rochester, Loid Glassburn, Rochester, Melody Smith, Rochester, Phillip Glassburn, California, and David Glassburn; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

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

Clymenia M. Halterman

Clymenia M. Halterman, 85, Rochester, passed away unexpectedly at 12:15 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 17, 2023, with her loving husband Willis by her side.

On June 30, 1938, Clymenia Mae Tyler was born in Fulton to Francis M. and Naomi Ruth Pickens Tyler. As the sixth child of 10, she shared her childhood with four sisters and five brothers.

On Aug. 25, 1956, Clymenia and Willis D. Halterman were married in Rochester. They have shared 67 years of life’s adventures. Their union produced three wonderful children, including two daughters, Brenda and Angela, and a son, Willis Jr. Two more generations have been added to the family tree with the blessings of a granddaughter and three great-grandchildren.

As an entrepreneur, Clymenia opened a booth at Rochester’s This and That. She sold fine and unique selections of jewelry. Some of the most sought-after pieces were custom created and designed by Clymenia.

The Halterman’s enjoyed the beautiful sights of Montana, just west of Yellowstone, while vacationing. Clymenia was an avid reader and liked to play Yahtzee. She became very tech savvy, reaching out on Facebook to connect with family and friends. She also enjoyed tracking jewelry styles and types to learn about trending values. She was a member of the Eagles Auxiliary of Rochester.

Left to cherish Clymenia’s memory are her husband, Willis; daughter, Angela Condon and husband Shawn of Park Ridge, Ill.; granddaughter, Lyndee Mersch and husband Mark of Oahu, Hawaii; three great-grandchildren, Isabelle Mersch, Mason Mersch and Silas Mersch; sister, Judy Kuhn; and a brother, Jimmie Tyler and wife Betty, all of Rochester

Preceding Clymenia in death are her parents; daughter, Brenda Holmes, in 2015; son ,Willis D. Halterman Jr., in 1995; three sisters, Mona Snook, Elnora Sayger and Jean Gundrum; and four Tyler brothers, Ralph, Melvin, Billy and Paul.

A celebration of the life of Clymenia M. Halterman was held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 22, at Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. Pastor Thad Stewart officiated. Friends visited with the family from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Interment was in Rochester IOOF Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Animal Shelter, 1540 Wentzel St., Rochester, IN 46975.

Kevin S. Minix

Kevin S. Minix, 60, Winamac, died Sunday, Aug. 6, 2023, at home.

Private graveside services will be held at a later date.

Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory was in charge of arrangements.

AnnaBelle VanDalsen DeLuca

AnnaBelle VanDalsen DeLuca, 97, died Aug. 16, 2023.

Arrangements are pending at Zimmerman Brothers Funeral Home, Rochester.

Shirley F. Dunkel

Shirley F. Dunkel, 76, LaGrange , died Monday, Aug. 14, 2023, at her home surrounded by family.

She was born on April 6, 1947. On Sept. 3, 1988, she married James A. Dunkel; he survives.

She is also survived by her children, Brian K. “Keithy” Jones, Topeka, Leslie M. Williams-Lettsome, Oceanside, Calif.; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sisters, Lovilla June Tetzloff, Howe, Carol Pinks, Winamac; brothers, Leroy (Maggie) Stout, Star City, Mark (Sherry) Stout, Star City, Devon Stout, Star City; sister-inlaw, Carol Stout; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Berl L. and Fern Fay (Roberts) Stout; former husband, Leslie E. Jones; a son, Michael E. Jones; brothers, Arnold Levon Stout, Lowell Thomas Stout, George Burley (Edris) Stout; sisters, Darlene Kay (Charles, Jr.) Johns, Ruth Elaine (Bill) Oliver, Roberta Jo (Donald, Sr.) Johns; brothers-in-law, Hugh Tetzloff, Charles Pinks; sister-inlaw, Bonnie Stout; nephew, Doug Stout.

Funeral services were held Aug. 19, in Bell Center Bible Church, 11971 E. SR 16 Burnettsville, with Pastor Ed Roller officiating. Interment took place at Koster Cemetery, Francesville.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac.

Leota M. Holloway

Leota M. Holloway, 98, Talma, died at 3:42 p.m. Friday, Aug. 18, 2023, in Life Care Center, Rochester.

She was born on Sept. 28, 1924. On Nov. 10, 1945 she married Samuel A. Holloway, who preceded her in death on Feb. 16, 1995.

She is survived by her daughter, Diana Holloway, Talma; sons, Jerry (Sue) Holloway, Warsaw, Steven Holloway, Athens; several grandchildren; a sister, Shirley (Richard) Wine, Warsaw.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, Fred A. and Anna Lavera (Stockberger) Horn; several brothers and sisters; and daughter-in-law, Ronda Holloway.

Funeral services will take place at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 24, in King Memorial Home, 101 N. Tucker St., Mentone, with Pastor Rod Ruberg officiating. Interment will take place in the Mentone Cemetery, Mentone.

Visitation hours will be held from 10-11 a.m. Thursday, Aug 24, in King Memorial Home, Mentone.

Memorial contributions can be made in her memory to the Riverview Community Church.

Share a memory or send an online condolence at www.hartzlerfuneralservices.com.

Charlotte M. Easterday

Charlotte

M. “Dolly” Easterday, 86, Rochester , died at 11:09 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023, in Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester.

She was born on June 15, 1937. On Aug. 2, 1965 she married Roy J. Easterday; who preceded her in death on March 16, 2022.

She is survived by her daughters, Tammy Shively, Athens, Dawn Kistler, Plymouth; five grandchildren; a great-grandson; sister, Doris (Harold) Molter, Illinois; son-in-law Don Foerg; and several friends and caregivers.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, Herman Kindig and Nina (Rhodes) Chapman; stepfather, Harold Chapman; daughter, Cindy Foerg; sisters, Mary Knapp, Carolee Powell, Shirley Shirk and Nancy Conaway; and son-in-law, Charles “Chuck” Kistler.

A private graveside service will take place in the Rochester I.O.O.F. Cemetery.

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

Memorial contributions can be made in her memory to the American Cancer Society or the Fulton County Animal Center.

Share a memory or send an online condolence at www.hartzlerfuneralservices.com.

Roland J. McFadden

Roland J. “Rolly” McFadden, 63, Claypool, died after a farming accident on Friday, Aug. 18, 2023 at his residence.

He was born on July 3, 1960.

On Sept. 17, 1988 he married Pamela S. Hampshire, who survives.

He is also survived by his children, Beth (Chris) Miller, Fulton, Nathan (Erica) McFadden, Warsaw, and Devin (Haley) McFadden, Warsaw; six grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; brother, James (Debra) McFadden, Mentone; sisters, Deneice Childers, Florida, Karen (Roy) Dishong, Huntington; and several nieces. He was preceded by his parents, Dr. Orville L. and Vanoma I. “Judy” (Sprague) McFadden; a brother, Dean McFadden; brothers-in-law, Keith Childers and Tony Hampshire, Louisiana.

Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 23, in King Memorial Home, 101 N. Tucker St., Mentone. Interment was in the Mentone Cemetery, Mentone.

Visitation was held Tuesday, Aug. 22, in King Memorial Home, Mentone, followed by a Fireman’s Service at 7 p.m.

Memorial contributions can be made in his memory to Echoes of the Past, Fulton County Animal Center or the Burket Volunteer Fire Department.

Share a memory or send an online condolence at www.hartzlerfuneralservices.com.

B IRTHS

Serenity Kay Johnson

Chandler Johnson and Lakwiesha McCallister, Rochester, are the parents of a daughter, Serenity Kay, born at 12:13 a.m. Aug. 19, in Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. She weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces, and was 20 and 1/4 inches long.

She joins siblings, Kensleigh, Presley, Bryson, Jackson and Zancler.

Maternal grandparents are Jasmine Migala, Rochester, Rodney McCallister, Michigan City; maternal great-grandparents, Bonnie Bradley, Rochester; and paternal great-grandparent, Jacqualyn Hartman, Three Rivers, Mich.

Eagles Auxiliary Member

C OUNTY R EPORT

Court News Circuit Court

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

Interra Credit Union v. Melanie Wilson, Rochester, Ryan Davis, Rochester, $12,240.30

Superior Court

The following petition has been filed in Fulton Superior Court, Judge Gregory L. Heller presiding: Small Claims

The following small claim has been filed in Fulton County courts: Thomas Stumpff v. Bureau of Motor Vehicles, vehicle’s title

Traffic Violations

The following fines and levies were paid in Fulton County courts: Speeding — Randolph Jenkins, Birmingham, Ala., $192.50; Christine Box, Winamac, $192.50; Lilith Foss, Michigan City, $154.50; Jeremiah Dukett, Plainfield, $175; Huaizhi Chen, University, Wash., $175; Nejazi Asani, Rochester, $175; Sydney Kline,

Trail

Hudsonville, Mich., $175; Lyndon Barnes, Rochester, $154.50; Shannon Mayhew, Etna Green, $154.50; Sergio Chirinos Zaldivar, Chicago, Ill., $175; Jacob Harding, Austin, Texas, $175; Kaitlyn Perry, Indianapolis, $175; Carlos Alvarado-Gomez, Elkhart, $154.50; Donald Green, North Manchester, $154.50; Taylor Sauer, Plymouth, $154.50; William Alber, Elkhart, $154.50

Allow unlicensed individual to operate vehicle — Hategesimana Ngaruye, Indianapolis, $160.50

Operating with expired plates — Whitney Dice, Akron, $160; Luis Castro Ramirez, Logansport, $164

Unlawful stopping/parking/ standing of vehicle — Eric Vanvoorhis, Plymouth, $164.50

Disregarding stop sign — Carrie Parker, Culver, $164.50

Driving while suspended — John Newman Jr., Mishawaka, $164.50. Shannon Sendak, Greenwood, $164.50

Distracted driving — Benton Barber, Christiana, Tenn., $164.50

Leaky load — William Hassenplug, Rochester, $175

Marriage Licenses

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

Leroy Martin, 20, Rochester, and Evelyn Ramer, 21, Argos Webb-Strauss

Harry Webb, 64, Rochester, and Carol Strauss, 65, Rochester

Lukens-Futrell

Augustus Lukens, 31, Akron, and Tiffany Futrell, 36, Akron

Marriage Dissolutions

The following couple have filed a marriage dissolution in Fulton County Court: Javier — Freddy Javier, Rochester, and Madeline Javier, Peru. With children.

Let’s study the Bible

Living to please God

(Read

Psalm 8:1-9)

“What is man, that thou art mindful of him? and the son of man, that thou visitest him?”

(Psalm 8:4)

Hidden in this psalm’s poetic description of mankind’s place in creation lies much wisdom for people. Today, we can discover some of the lessons found in Psalm 8.

First, We Should Praise Almighty God. If David had reason to praise God for his position and his victory, how much more should we praise him. Who are we that God should visit us? Who are we that Christ should die for us and

lift us with him above the heavens?

Second, We Are Made In The Image Of God. This psalm exalts the dignity of mankind. Verse 5 could read, “You have made him a little lower than God.” We are the greatest of God’s creations, for mankind is made “in the image of God.” Because modern teaching has lowered mankind to an animal and rejected the image of God, the world is in chaos.

James 3:9 reminds us that we will treat people better if we remember they are made in God’s image. No wonder we have so much civil unrest, so much brutality. We have dethroned God and debased humanity. Let’s never forget our obligation as creatures made in God’s image, and our greater obligation as believers. being renewed in this image through Christ (Colossians 3:9-10; Romans 8:29).

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of Courage celebrates 47th year

The excitement and adventure of Frontier Indiana comes alive at the 47th annual Trail of Courage Living History Festival Sept. 16-17 in Rochester.

Since 1976, it has been a place where history is depicted, where to trace the very footsteps of history, and have a good time doing it. Over 1,000 people in historic outfits participate.

Frontier Indiana comes alive with foods cooked over wood fires, period music and dance, traditional crafts, historic camps and trading, canoe rides on the river and more.

Produced by the Fulton County Historical Society, this event combines genealogy of the Potawatomi Indians and the settlers, who lived in Fulton County and northern Indiana in the early 1800s with rendezvous events, period music and dance on two stages and canoe rides on the Tippecanoe River.

The Trail of Courage will be held at the Fulton County Historical Society grounds, located four miles north of Rochester on US 31. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children 6 through 11 and free for ages 5 and under. The festival’s hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

Potawatomi Family

Honored

Each year, a different Potawatomi family is honored and their history published in a folder at the replica 1832 Chippeway Village post office. The honored Potawatomi family had ancestors on the Trail of Death or lived in Indiana before the forced removal of 1838.

Indian Dances

The public is invited to join in the Indian dances from 2-3 p.m., which are held in an arena outlined by teepees. The drum will be the Laughing Drum — an all-woman drum. George Godfrey, Athens, Ill., will be the emcee. The head dancers will be announced.

The Trail of Courage includes historic encampments representing the French and Indian War, Voyageurs, Revolutionary War, War of 1812, Western Fur

Trade, Plains Indians teepees and Woodland Indian wigwams.

A recreated Miami Village includes wigwams and lifeways demonstrations, such as making cattail mats.

Another re-creation is of Chippeway Village, which had the first trading post, post office and village in Fulton County. In 1832, food purveyors and traditional craftsmen set up in wooden booths. Craftsmen also sell pre-1840 trade goods from blankets and in historic merchant tents, offering a variety of items from clothing and jewelry to knives and candles — everything needed to live in frontier days.

Fun Frontier Activities Canoe rides, muzzle loading shooting and tomahawk throwing contests and a Mountain Man Tug of War add to the frontier activities. Local Scouts offer candle dipping to all children.

Two stages with frontier music and dance present programs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

Since the early 1980s, FCHS has received grants from the Indiana Arts Commission/ National Endowment for the Arts to help pay for musicians and dancers. This year, it includes River Valley Colonials Fife and Drum Corps, Aztec dancers, Danny Russel as Daniel Boone, Mark and Liza Woolever, Paul Mitchell, Anderson Marching Highlanders and Indian dancers and drum.

This year’s grant is for $3,800, which is less than half of the approximately $9,500 cost of the performers. Donations to match the grant are required by the

Indiana Arts Commission and can be mailed to: FCHS, 37 East CR 375N, Rochester, IN 46975.

Many volunteers provide programs, such as Margo Moore’s dog pulling travois and Mark and Molly Gropp playing bagpipes.

Both Catholic and Protestant worship services are held at 9 a.m. Sunday. Father Denny Kinderman, Chicago, has celebrated Mass for over 10 years at the Hillside Amphitheater. Kevin Kennedy, Rochester, will lead the Protestant service at the Chippeway Village stage.

Outdoor Food

Pioneer foods are cooked over wood fires. Visitors can feast on buffalo burgers, fried pies, turkey legs, duck and Beignet, pulled pork, turkey and noodles, ham and beans, vegetable stew, chili, Indian tacos, corn on the cob, apple sausage, kettle corn and root beer and ice cream, one of George Washington’s favorite treats. Local clubs cook and serve these historic foods to fund projects, including American Cherokee Confederacy, Rotary, Knights of Columbus, Masonic Lodge and Fulton County Historical Society. The Mark Gropp family brings homemade fudge. The apple sausage booth will have biscuits and sausage gravy until 10 a.m. and the Masonic Lodge will be doing pancakes and sausage. Many people come to the festival just for the delicious food.

The grounds are handicapped accessible. Free tram rides are available to bring people from the museum and Living History Village at the north end of the grounds. The museum and

village are open with hosts and free admission.

Volunteers can earn free admission to the Trail of Courage by working half a day. To volunteer or for more information, call the museum at (574) 223-4436. Free parking is provided on FCHS grounds. Many benches are available to sit and rest. For further details, visit fultoncountyhistory.org and potawatomi-tda.org.

Living History

The primary purpose of the Trail of Courage is to educate the public, to preserve and promote an accurate picture of life in frontier Indiana, as well as other areas and time periods of

North American history. Real people in historic clothing, real food cooked over wood fires, real fun.

The festival is based on local history, before the Potawatomi Indians were marched west on the forced removal known as the Trail of Death. The Potawatomi marched down Rochester’s Main Street Sept. 5, 1838, on their way to Kansas, a journey of 660 miles, which took them 10 weeks and cost 42 lives. Since 1976, this festival has honored American Indians and shown life before the removal. When Indiana became a state in 1816, northern Indiana was still Potawatomi territory.

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Updates and happenings in and around the area

Promise Fulton County now requires families to supply Ugift Codes in order to receive incentives offered through the program. No further incentive will be deposited into College Choice Direct 529 student accounts without the Ugift Code. You can email your codes to bettym.promisefultoncounty@ gmail.com. For more information, call Betty Martens at (574) 8359484.

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Paint the Town Black & Gold, Rochester High School cheerleaders are asking for your support of the football team competing against rival Tippecanoe Valley in the upcoming Battle of the Bell game. Business owners are encouraged to participate by painting their windows and/or yard in black and gold to show that ZEBRA pride. All decorations should be displayed from Aug. 20 through Aug. 25.

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American Red Cross Blood drives:

Friday, Aug. 25

• 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester.

Monday, Aug. 28

• 1-6 p.m. in Rochester Church of Christ.

Friday, Sept. 8

• Noon to 5 p.m. in the Talma Community Building.

Thursday, Sept. 14

• 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Rochester High School.

Appointments can be made by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling (800) 733-2767.

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Friday Night Live Music in the Park, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 25, at Akron’s Community Park, featuring Island Vibe. Those planning to attend are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and check out carry-out specials from local restaurants.

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HELP FOR THE ANIMAL SHELTER

4 Hire (Pat Piper) and the Moose are partnering to host a Fundraiser for the Fulton County Animal Center. This will be a Mystery/Scavenger Hunt around Lake Manitou, Rochester, IN and held on September 16 from 1-4. Participants form teams and travel by boat or car around the lake gathering clues. The teams then return to the Moose to receive their final clue and confer with each other to discover the guilty party. The first team to correctly identify the thief wins a $400 Visa card.

Dog Days of Summer Event Saturday, Aug. 26, at Dick’s Drive-In Restaurant, Rochester. Bring your furry friend to the drive-in for a free whipped cream pup cup or upgrade to an ice-cream pup cup for $2. All proceeds from the pup cups and a portion of profit for the day will be donated to the Fulton County Animal Center.

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Nickel Plate Music and Arts Festival from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Satur-

day, Aug. 26, downtown Rochester. Expect food, art and free music.

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Swing into the Akron Carnegie Public Library “FORE” some family fun until Aug. 26, to play a round of putt-putt golf. All ages welcome; children under the age of 12 need to be accompanied by an adult. Reserve tee time by calling the library at (574) 893-4113.

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Mark Vice Servant with a Song, will be playing at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, in Beaver Dam Community Church, 9798 W. CR 1000 S., Akron. He plays a variety of instruments and sings songs. He was selected as “Soloist and Instrumentalist of the Year” by the Indiana Gospel Music Association.

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T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), a nonprofit organization, meets each Tuesday at the Fulton County Community Center, 625 Pontiac St., Rochester. Weigh-in begins at 3:30 p.m. with the meeting and program to follow.

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The Fulton County Republican Women will meet at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 28, at Zeller’s Beautiful Blooms, 878 N. CR 200 W., Rochester. All are welcome.

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Fulton-Liberty Lions Club’s bingo night, 5 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 29, in the Fulton County Museum, US 31 and CR 375N, four miles north of Rochester. Must be 18 years of age to play. The cost is $20 for 20 games and features door prizes and a raffle. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Proceeds will go to the Fulton County Special Olympics. Tickets can be purchased at the door or by calling Bonita McPherson at (574) 601-2238 or A.J. DePyper at (574) 857-2700.

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A mystery/scavenger hunt, 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16, around Lake Manitou. Participants form teams and travel by boat or car around for lake-gathering clues. The first team to correctly identify the thief wins a $400 Visa card; entry fee to participate is $60 per team. All proceeds will go to the Fulton County Animal Shelter. For more information, call Pat Piper at (765) 860-1485 or to register, visit www.mayhem4hire.com. Registration ends Monday, Sept. 11.

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The Fulton County Health Department offers free testing for HIV and sexually-transmitted

infections, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 5, in the Fulton County Health Department. For more information, call (574) 223-5152.

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Families Helping Families (a nonprofit organization) is in need of formula and diapers for the community. If interested in donating or in need of formula and/ or diapers, stop by from 2-5 p.m. Monday, at the Solid Rock Church, 913 Main St., Rochester. For more information, call Michelle Skiles (574) 835-8813.

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This year’s 31st annual Chili Cook-Off and Red Hot Car Show is set for Saturday, Oct. 14, in Rochester. For more information or to register, visit www.fultoncountychamber.com/chilicookoff.

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The Fulton County Choral Club will be starting its 2023-2024 singing season. Currently, the club has 23 women in its organization, which participates in the State Melody Makers of Indiana. The club is planning a Christmas program this year; practices will be held Monday evenings in the month of September. Interested parties may contact, Director Joyce Jones, (574) 223-6393 or President Linda Wade (574) 8356604.

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United We Stand Ministries’ Food Pantry of Akron, located behind Viking Food grocery store, is open 2-4 p.m. every Thursday. Parking is available in front of Akron United Methodist Church or in the AUMC parking lot. The food pantry is free when you qualify and live in Henry and Newcastle townships, with a once-a-month visit limit. Items change monthly, but cereal, eggs, paper products, meat and canned goods are always available at the walk-thru pantry. To donate any extra fresh eggs or vegetables, drop them off at the site Thursday or call (574) 505-0392.

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A free support program, “Grieving Moms Finding Hope,” for moms who have lost a child, or any individual dealing with grief, meets at 6 p.m. Monday, in the Recovery Cafe, 715 Main St., Rochester.

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Retired Teachers will meet at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 24, at Streamliner Family Restaurant, 201 E. Ninth St., Rochester.

“Fulton County Animal Adoption & Education Center is a non-profit organization that welcomes and cares for all strays, owner surrenders and animal control confiscates until the pets are either reunited with their owners, or new homes are found.” They are a “no-kill” facility.

If you would like to register a team to participate, your team ($60 per team entry fee) must have signed up by Monday, September 11. Teams can register at www.mayhem4hire.com or at the Moose or by contacting Pat Piper, 765-860-1485.

From the desk of Janet Showley, Executive Director of Fulton County Animal Center:

We thank everyone who takes part in the upcoming Sept. 16, 2023 Scavenger Hunt/Mystery on Manitou - a fundraiser for Fulton County Animal Center.

Half of the proceeds will fund a community cat low-cost spay/ neuter effort targeting outdoor cats of Fulton County. The other half of proceeds will allow us to reduce dog adoption fees for the remainder of 2023, hopefully allowing shelter dogs to find loving homes in a more timely manner.

SPONSOR

Thank you to the community for your support.

Scavenger hunt to benefit FCAC

The Fulton County Animal Center will be holding a scavenger hunt fundraiser from 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16. The hunt will take place on Lake Manitou in Rochester and can be conducted by either boat or car. The entry fee is $60 per team and registrations are due by Monday, Sept. 11.

The theme for the event is “Red, Hot, and Missing” (Who Stole Cole’s Lyrics?) Teams can go by boat or by car to find clues around Lake Manitou.

Rochester library Makerspace hosts ‘Minicon’ cosplay event

Fulton County Public Library

Makerspace in Rochester will host a free “Minicon” from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9. The event will feature the Summit City CausePlayers, appearing in the library’s Teen Oasis at 1 p.m. The library is located at 320 W. Seventh St. Shelly Eisaman, Colleen Diveley

and Elysia Vaughan will provide tips and demonstrations related to making a cosplay outfit. Materials will be provided or attendees may bring their own. All are also encouraged to attend in costume.

The event will include tables displaying graphic novels, mov-

ies, manga and other media related to the wide-world of cosplay. Summit City Cause-Players is a group of volunteer cosplayers in Fort Wayne and volunteer as superheroes to raise awareness for special causes and events. For more information, visit facebook. com/summitcitycauseplayers.

After checking in at The Moose Lodge, each team sets out separately to find the musical clues around the lake. Bringing the clues back to the lodge, each team has time to confer with its members to decide who the guilty

person is.

The first team with the correct answer wins a $400 Visa gift card.

A dinner and band is still in the planning stages to follow the event.

The Mystery

Justin was ecstatic. He had recently snagged a find at an auction — a diary written by Cole Porter when he was living in Paris over 100 years ago. He rushed home to make dinner and then settle in for the evening to read the diary. Among the pages he discovered a mystery. Can you help solve this cold case (or should we say “Cole” case)?

To register a team, visit mayhem4hire.com/get-tickets.

Yakym announces U.S. Service Academy Night

Congressman Rudy Yakym (R) announced he will host a U.S. Service Academy Night from 5:306:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11, at Schmucker Middle School, 56045 Bittersweet Road, Mishawaka.

Attendees at the event will

have the opportunity to learn about the U.S. service academies, discuss the application process, and meet representatives from each academy. To RSVP, contact Griffin Nate at griffin.nate@mail. house.gov.

2023 TIPPECANOE VALLEY VARSITY FOOTBALL, ROW 1: Tatum Shoemaker, Marisol Gonzalez, Max Harsh, Parker Adamson, Jacob Bradley, Diego Gonzalez, Kodiak Hillen, Max Weaver.

ROW 2: Wyatt Craig, Zander Ioannou, Andrew Grevenstuk, Hunter Stage, Aaron Meier, Gavin Rice, Braxton Alderfer, Ayden Clark, Aaron Babbitt, Issiac Ramsey, Nate Engstrand, Damian Garcia.

ROW 3: Cayden Bailey, Kolyn Grossman, Jacob Scacco, Weston Brown, Grady Moriarty, Nash Miller, Konner Fountain, Nathan Parker, Owen Ryan, Cruz Nunez, Hunter Stage, Owen Omondi, Michael Samuels.

ROW 4: Asher McGriff, Hudson Shepherd, Trent Marshall, Cody Black, Wes Parker, Bobby Burke, Brock Derf, Jamison Phillips, Eric Burke, Cameron Mason, Dalton Alber, Brason Smith, Wyatt Hart, Brandon Stiles.

Row 5: Philip Smith, Mattew Owens, Cody Eastgate, Colton Crabb, Wade Jones, Will Kelley, Kyler Johnson, Cale Dewees, Carlos Gonzalez-Ramirez, Landon Durkes, Gage Overbey, Trevin Hester, Jamie Wallace.

Coaches: Joe Secrist, Steve Moriarty, Carl Weaver, Kyle Brown, Cameron Parker, Rick Shepherd, Josh Derf, Casey Wise, Brandon Webster, Chris Secrist.

COACH: Stephen Moriarty, 41-24 in 7th year at school.

Rudy Yakym visits White Oaks Bison Farm

Second District Congressman Rudy Yakym paid a visit to White Oaks Bison Farm in Rochester Thursday, Aug. 17.

He was given a tour of the facility by owners, Terry Engstrand and Courtney Eaton. Yakym received an up-close and personal visit with the bison, walking confidently around the somewhat muddy, bison field in the morning’s cold rain.

The bison were enjoying the morning shower, but became a

bit spooked when the large group of visitors convened upon their field.

Engstrand provided information inside the facility after the group was chased inside by a somewhat, sudden cloud-burst. The dripping wet crowd stood by while Engstrand gave a presentation on bison raising and meat production.

Afterward, Yakym went over some keynotes of his, “Make It, Grow It, Move It” tour in the second district, during the August recess.

He outlined his vision for

Upcoming events at the library

The following are Fulton County Public Library events.

Rochester

Wednesday, Aug. 23

• Kid’s Yoga (ages 12 and under), 10 a.m. in meeting rooms A & B.

• Teen Movie, 3 p.m. in the Teen Oasis.

Thursday, Aug. 24

• Tech Time with Zak (adults), noon, in the PC office.

• Kids’ Movie, 4 p.m. in the children’s department.

Friday, Aug. 25

• Makerspace Sketchin’ Sessions, 3:30 p.m. in the Teen Oasis.

Tuesday, Aug. 29

• Storytime with Craft, 10:30 a.m. in meeting room A.

• Tech Time with Zak (adults), noon, in the PC office.

Wednesday, Aug. 30

• Nutrition 101 (all ages), 4 p.m. in the Teen Oasis.

Aubbee

Tuesday, Aug. 29

Preschool in house craft: Labor Day Eagle and Flag, anytime between 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Fulton

Wednesday, Aug. 23

• 1,000 Books Before Kinder-

garten, 10 a.m.

Thursday, Aug. 24

• Walking Class, 9:30 a.m.

Monday, Aug. 28

• Kid’s Craft, anytime between 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Kewanna Union Township

Wednesday, Aug. 23

• Coffee and Tea Time, 10:30 a.m.

• Trivia 2 by Terry Engle, 11 a.m.

• Lego Club, 4 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 24

• Game Night, 4-5 p.m.

• Kids Night, 4 p.m.

• Euchre Night, 5:30-8 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 26

• Story Time, 11 a.m.

Monday, Aug. 28

• Tech Time with Zak, 10 a.m. to noon.

• Library Board Meeting, 6 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug. 29

• Teens ‘N’ Tweens, 4 p.m.

Wednesday, Aug. 30

• Back to the Past: “Our Kewanna,” 11 a.m. Akron Carnegie Public Library Monday, Aug. 28 Lego Club, 4 p.m.

his plan.

“On the make it side, we’re highlighting manufacturing right here in the second district. You make a lot of the best products in the world that we export globally from the second district,” Yakym explained. “On the grow it side, we’re focused on agriculture, everything from the crops we produce, to the livestock that we grow, to the poultry we produce. We are really highlighting agriculture this week. We’re doing an egg farm visit later on today.”

“Next week, we’ll be focused on

the move it side, which is focused on transportation and infrastructure. We have some of the best infrastructure in the world here, whether it’s our roads, our highways, interstates that crisscross the second congressional district, to some of our waterways, but also some of the rail that we have particularly in the northern part of the district. The transportation infrastructure in the middle of the country is really important to logistics across the nation,” Ya-

kym noted.

Yakym added, “But here at White Oaks Bison Farm today, we’re really looking at the new bison products that they’ve raised here in the last few years, what they’ve built here, and what they grow on site here. So, we got to see a whole field of bison outback, and we’re going to go and enjoy some lunch today.”

The crowd adjourned to the dining area where buffalo sliders were served.

What is carpal tunnel syndrome?

over time and may start to affect your quality of life.

improve symptoms for everyone.

Editor’s Note: Teresa Perkins is a nurse practitioner with Woodlawn Health. She specializes in orthopedics.

If you have numbness, tingling, and pain in your hands and forearms, you may have carpal tunnel syndrome.

You may notice shock-like sensations and weakness in the hand. You may drop items and notice a decrease in your grip strength or problems buttoning your shirt or fastening a necklace.

You may detect the hand pain worse at night, possibly waking you up. The symptoms may be noticeable when driving, talking on the phone, or reading a book. You may find moving or shaking your hand to relieve the symptoms temporarily.

If you have carpal tunnel syndrome, symptoms will worsen

The median nerve supplies sensation to the thumb, index, long, and ring fingers. When this nerve gets squeezed or compressed, it can cause pain, numbness and tingling. This can even radiate through the hand, wrist, and forearm.

Symptoms that come and go are not as problematic as symptoms that become constant. Prolonged compression of any nerve can cause irreversible damage and functional problems.

See your primary care provider if you have these symptoms. Generally, night-time bracing can relieve mild symptoms. You can also avoid activities that aggravate your symptoms. Sometimes a steroid injection in the carpal tunnel can also improve symptoms, and use an antiinflammatory, such as Advil, Aleve, or ibuprofen. Unfortunately, these treatments don’t

Your physician may order electrophysiological tests (nerve tests) that determine if the median nerve is working and if there is too much pressure on the nerve. If the tests show constant pressure on the nerve, you will then be referred to orthopedics for further evaluation and to discuss a surgical procedure. The procedure is called a carpal tunnel release. This surgery relieves the pressure off the nerve, restoring blood flow to and function of the nerve.

The surgical release itself is a short-timed procedure requiring a small incision. This procedure is done as an outpatient (in and out of the hospital on the same day). Recovery includes ice, elevation, gentle finger range of motion to help decrease swelling, stiffness, pain, and activity modification (no heavy lifting) for a minimum of two to three weeks. Minor sore-

ness in the hand is expected and can last a few weeks to a few months.

In time, the sensation in the hand is restored. In mild cases, the sensation can be restored immediately after surgery and, in more severe cases, the improved sensation is noted six to 12 months after surgery. In very severe cases, some patients may never have average sensation return, but surgery can prevent the condition from getting worse.

With any surgical procedure, there are complications of bleeding, infection, poor wound healing, nerve aggravation or injury. Most patients will see improvement after carpal tunnel release. Recovery is gradual and complete recovery could take up to a year. Rarely, carpal tunnel syndrome can recur and may require additional treatment or surgery.

If you have noticed pain, numbness, and weakness in

your hand(s), call your primary care provider for evaluation, specifically if your symptoms have progressed from mild, intermittent to severe and constant. Early diagnosis and treatment will often provide a better overall outcome and quality of life.

2023 CASTON FOOTBALL ROSTER

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©HOOSIER NORTH CONFERENCE GAME COACH: Chris Ulerick, 66-138 in 21st year at school.

The Shafer Building extension at Woodlawn Health opened with a grand celebration Thursday, Aug. 17. There are too many people to list that made this opening possible. The atmosphere was jubilant and everyone attending had great, big smiles to prove it.

The fun, the facility and the charcuterie board feeding the masses, took center stage at this celebration.

Laughter could be heard around every corner of the new building, as everyone involved enjoyed the event.

Khrista Boster, chief marketing officer, led the tour of the new facility with charm and knowledge of the brand-new medical center.

“Our new facility is a family practice. We have Dr. Brubaker, Dr. Ryan, Dr. Witt and Phyllis Ingham, FNP-C. Witt was recruited from Plymouth,” she said.

When asked why the clinic moved to the Shafer Building, Boster explained, “We had

a building that was located downtown that we were renting. It wasn’t efficient for us, so we built this office. It makes resources so much easier to attain. It’s also good for the community and the patients.”

If you have an urgent need, you will not have to go five minutes down the road.

“That might sound like a short distance, but when it’s an emergency, it’s an emergency,” Boster said.

Boster said there is 12 exam rooms.

“We have a centralized nurse’s station, which is huge for us, because before, the nurses were all over the board,” Boster said.

The new facility boasts a staff of 20-plus non-physicians to run the facility and serve the community. The new system will be able to provide appointments to over 100 patients per day.

When, Brad Rogers, chief operating officer of Woodlawn Hospital, was asked if the new venture was funded by donations, he replied, “This was all slow steady savings by Woodlawn Hospital over the last

five years.”

The name of the new facility is Woodlawn Health. Boster said, “The reason why is, we have clinics in Argos and Akron, and we are more than just a hospital. We do a lot of things out-patient.”

Alison Heyde, board president, was asked if she was excited about the new endeavor, she said, “Oh my gosh; we are so excited to be able to offer this to the community and the surrounding counties,” Heyde explained. “It’s a beautiful building and it brings our campuses together. Other counties can take care together at the Woodlawn campus.”

The “welcoming committee” consisted of Kathy Horton, chief human resources officer, and Paula McKinney, chief nursing officer.

“They selected us for the role because we were the prettiest girls in the office,” Horton said with a wink.

The open house festivities gave way to the ribbon-cutting ceremony with Rogers and Jennifer Mackey, practice manager, doing the honors.

Shafer Building extension on the Woodlawn Hospital grounds opens Seed-storage workshop Sept. 12

The Rochester branch of the Fulton County Public Library will host a workshop on seed storage from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12.

This workshop will cover how and when to harvest seeds as well as best seed storage practices. Additionally, it will cover why saving seeds is beneficial for the local community.

Attendees will learn the important differences between annual and biennial produce crops and will work hands-on with some common veggie garden seeds and self-pollinating fruit trees. They will also learn some of the history of small cultivation, and that people have preserved seed varieties in the U.S. and elsewhere, both past

and present.

All ages are welcome. All materials will be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring a very ripe fruit vegetable. Fruit vegetables are those that produce seeds inside the parts that you eat.

Call (574) 223-2713 to register. The library is located at 320 W. Seventh St., Rochester.

Nickel Plate Music Arts Festival returns to Rochester

The third annual Nickel Plate Music and Arts Festival will be returning to the heart of Fulton County Saturday, Aug. 26. From 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., the downtown streets of Rochester will be bustling with live music, along with arts and crafts vendors offering a myriad of unique and handmade treasures to explore. Mouth watering aromas will fill the air as food vendors tantalize taste buds with their delectable offerings.

Attendees of all ages can indulge in face painting, henna art, balloon animals and caricature drawings, while a captivating chalk art contest showcases the imagination and talent of participants.

For those seeking a hands-on experience, make and take art areas will provide an opportunity to create something special to take home. The festival promises a day filled with joy, inspiration, and unforgettable moments.

The festival will begin at 8:30 a.m. with the Rotary Club’s 5K

color run/walk, which will begin at the courthouse parking lot, located on the east side of the building.

The day’s music will kick off with music by the Rochester High School Band, which will be performing from 11-11:45 a.m. It will be followed at noon by the Fulton County Choral Club, performing Broadway show tunes.

Adam Gundrum will be a mix of rock and original music from 1:15-3:15 p.m. At 4:30 p.m., the Rock Bottom Boys of Madison County will bring their bluegrass music to the stage, located at Eighth and Main streets.

The Taylors with Mama Tried Band bring a blend of country and rock from 6:45-8:15 p.m.

The evening’s music entertainment will conclude with the classic rock sounds of 3 to 1, which will be performing from 9-11 p.m.

On the arts side, kids can make and take their original artwork from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sweetcakes Entertainment will be doing face painting, henna art, balloon animals and caricature drawings.

RSVP (RETIRED & SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM) OF FULTON CO. IS PLANNING SEVERAL UPCOMING TRIPS!!

Castles of New York • October 16-20, 2023

The cost is $925/person (based on double occupancy) and includes all lodging and transportation, 8 meals, visits to Boldt Castle, Singer Castle, Wing’s Castle, a stop at Millbrook Vineyards and Winery including wine tasting, a cruise on the St. Lawrence River, a guided tour of the New York State Capital building, and a souvenir gift. We still have seats available.

See The Hallelujah Girls at The Beef House

Saturday, October 28, 2023

This fun day trip departs from Rochester and costs $120/person. It includes transportation, a delicious meal at The Beef House, and ticket to see a performance of The Hallelujah Girls.

Shipshewana Amish Tour

Friday, November 17, 2023

Join us for this fun one-day bus trip to Shipshewana where we will take a tour and learn about all things Amish, including an Amish school, buggy shop, Silver Star leather, Crystal Valley Wood Working, Leo’s Rug weaving, a saddle & harness shop, and more! We will enjoy a light lunch, and finish our trip with a full Amish meal. Cost is $149 and includes all transportation and meals. Payment is due by October 1 to save your seat.

Christmas in Branson • December 4-7, 2023

The chalk art contest will take place from 3:15-4:15 p.m., with sign up at 3 p.m. on the west side of the courthouse. Prizes will be awarded to the top artists.

A variety of food vendors will be on site, including Tacos and Tarot, Ben’s Pretzels and Lions Club ice cream. Additionally, traditional festival food including cotton candy, elephant ears

and lemon shake ups, will be sold.

Also on site will be numerous art vendors and community outreach representatives, who will be happy to show different ways to get involved in causes important to you.

In the event of rain, the music and Sweetcakes Entertainment will be moved to the Times Theater, 618 Main St., Rochester.

For further information and updates, visit www.facebook. com/NickelPlateMusicArtsFestival.

The Nickel Plate Music and Arts Festival is brought to the community by Rochester Downtown Partnership, Northern Indiana Community Foundation, Community Foundation of St. Joseph County and the Indiana Arts Commission.

Rochester Rotary Nickel Plate

5K & Family Color Run

8th & Madison Street (Downtown Rochester) Rochester, IN August 26, 2023 — 8:30 am

LIMITED SEATING

This trip’s agenda includes all lodging and transportation, 8 meals, tickets to performances by Clay Cooper, SIX, Hamners Variety Show, and Queen Esther (at the Sights & Sounds Theater), plus stops at the Auto & Farm Museum, and the Aquarium at the Boardwalk. A $100 non-refundable deposit will hold your seat, with the balance due by Oct. 6, 2023. Trip cost = $799 (based on dbl. occ.).

Iceland: Land of Fire and Ice • March 6-12, 2024

OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM

19 SEATS LEFT

Trip highlights include all lodging & transportation, 7 meals, guided city tour of Reykjavik, excursions to see volcanoes, waterfalls, geysers, and geothermal activity, possible Northern Lights sightings from Reykjanes Peninsula (weather permitting), entrance to the Blue Lagoon, Thingvellir National Park, and more! Call for pricing.

Canadian Rockies by Rail August 4-11, 2024

This breathtaking trip includes all lodging and transportation, 14 meals, tour of Calgary including Calgary Tower, visits to Heritage Park, Banff National Park, gondola ride at Sulphur Mountain, Lake Louise, 2 days on board the Rocky Mountaineer train, scenic Kamloops, panoramic tour of Vancouver, Museum of Anthropology, Gulf of Georgia Cannery, and a lunch cruise through the Indian Arm mountain fjord aboard the Harbour Princess. Call for pricing.

Christmas Market Cruise - Danube River

December 7-15, 2024

30 CABINS LEFT

Get into the holiday spirit aboard this cruise on the Danube River that includes 20 meals, lodging and transportation, a 7-night cruise on an Emerald Cruises Star-Ship with English-speaking crew, visits to Christmas Markets in four countries (Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, and Germany) that are decorated for the holiday season, shore excursions with local guides, and complimentary bicycles for use ashore. Call for pricing.

For information on any of these trips, contact RSVP Director Anne King at 574-223-3716 or Donna at 574-835-0400

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WAIVER & RELEASE

As a participant in the Rotary Nickel Plate 5K & Family Color Run on Saturday, August 25, 2023, I verify that I have read, understand, and accept the terms of this waiver and release.

My submission of this form shall act as my legal signature. I understand the nature of this event and the risks involved in participating in this event.

I know that running and walking a trail race is a potentially hazardous activity. I understand that I should not participate unless I am medically able and sufficiently trained to do so. I agree to abide by any decision of any race official concerning my ability to safely complete this event. I assume all risks associated with my voluntary participation in this event, including, but not limited to, traffic and other conditions of the trials, falls, river, and contact with other participants, and the effects of the weather, including extreme temperatures and precipitation.

Knowing these facts, for, and in consideration of, my participation in this race, I, for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, or anyone else who might claim on my behalf, waive, release, covenant not to sue, and fully indemnify and hold harmless and discharge the Rochester Rotary Club, Rotary International, race participants, race officials, workers, volunteers, and any and all officers, directors, employees and other representatives of the foregoing, and any successors or assigns of the foregoing, and hold and waive them harmless from and against ANY AND ALL actions, claims, injuries, demands, liabilities, loss, damage, or expenses, including but not limited to death, personal injury, and property damage, whether foreseen or unforeseen, arising out of, or in the course of, my participation in this event.

I have read the above Waiver & Release, and by submitting this entry form I understand and agree with all of the terms of the waiver statement.

Participant Signature _________________________________________________

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FREE - Neutered male Australian Shepherd/Pitbull mix. Owner is no longer able to care for him. Max is 2-1/2 years old. He has been well taken care of. He has all his shots and is on heartworm and flea prevention. He is healthy, house and crate trained. Serious inquiries call 765-469-1516.

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LARGE GARAGE SALE, 1321 Rochester Blvd. Aug. 25 8:00-4:00, Aug. 26 8:00-noon. Lawn tools, furniture, men and women’s clothing, patio furniture, kids clothing.

SATURDAY ONLY 8-4. 895 E. 4th St., Rochester. Lots of mens XL/2XL clothing, womens large, boys small (teen), grills, Christmas decor, Star Wars, GI Joe, home decor. Too much to mention! Don’t miss out!

FRIDAY 8-6, SATURDAY 8-2, 1222 Jackson Blvd., Rochester. Fiestaware, designer purses, Ruby Rd tops (L/XL), jeans, clothes, wreaths, household items and decor, candles, yard items, lawn equipment, push mowers, Husqvarna riding mower, lots of misc.

HUGE! Multi-Family Garage Sale, Friday 25th-Saturday 26th, 8am-6pm, 15472 N. Pleasant Hill Rd., Akron. Boy & girl infant-size 16 clothing, mens, womens, holiday, crib, car seat, hardware, household, toys, bowling balls, miscellaneous!

COMMUNITY PROJECT THRIFT STORE. This Friday, Aug. 24, 50% off entire store excluding Red Tags. Sales Galore Sunday, Aug. 27. Lavender tags, free; yellow tags 90% off; white tags 75% off; pink tags 50% off; tan tags 25% off! 710 Main St., Rochester. Open 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. both days

REMODEL AND MOVE-IN. 2 toilets, SS double sink w/faucet, 2 marble vanity countertops, carpet remnants, roll of carpet pad, men’s, girl’s junior and petite ladies clothing, microwave, 4 yr. old dishwasher, household misc. 170 Owl Dr., Rochester, just off 100N, 1/8 mile from US 31. Friday Noon-5pm, Saturday 8-3.

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FOUND A BLACK MOTORCYCLE

TOOL BAG 3 miles N. on Old 31; laying in the road. Please call 574-223-8334 to claim.

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Saturday, August 26, 2023 at 10:00 a.m.

MARSHALL COUNTY 4-H FAIRGROUNDS

211 W. WALNUT ST., ARGOS, IN

VEHICLES, FURNITURE, COINS, ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES, & MISCELLANEOUS

1974 Porsche 914 sports car; Plymouth Valiant, 2-door without engine, push button automatic; JD M wide front end tractor; Model T pickup cab; Carver Captain woodie speed boat w/Johnson 35 OB motor & trailer; styrofoam sailboat; CITGO go-kart racer; engine mount; furniture; coins; Longaberger baskets; cast iron wood burning cook stove; 2 walk-in coolers; nice air compressor; ant. oil containers; HD 100 amp battery booster; Millermatic 120 arc welder; gas pump gumball machine; misc. car parts; alum. ext. ladder; tow rope; bicycles; tandem bike; new bathtub; gas pump globe w/parts; storage rack; parts bins; hand truck; JD suitcase of tractor weights; fire hydrant; 6 gas pumps; cast iron lids for fuel tanks at service stations; contents of 3 storage units; outdoor equipment; other misc. items too numerous to mention.

Terms: Cash or good check. Credit/Debit cards accepted with 5% convenience fee. ID required for registration. Everything sold “as is.” Not responsible for accidents or merchandise after sold. Statements made at auction take precedence over printed & digital material. Visit www.oakcrestauctions.com for photos.

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Handyman C157

HANDYMAN TROY

Small Remodeling, Decks, Landscaping, Odd Jobs, Garage Door Pressure Washing

Call Troy (574) 835-8499

Insurance C200

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Mechanical Services C228

WALNUT REPAIR, starters, alternators, generators, costume hydraulic hoses & battery cables, tractor repair, mag neto repair, Mon.-Sat. dawn to dusk. 574-892-5968

ANNOUNCEMENTS Plumbing C260

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EMPLOYMENT

Part-Time Employment E050

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Work Wanted E080

Wanted K020

I AM INTERESTED in meeting a woman in her 70’s who wants to meet a man in his 70’s. 574-847-7087

LEISURE, RECREATIONAL

Boats/Motors M010

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FARM

Miscellaneous Farm G070

Pike Garage Doors Inc.

1993

25 hp, runs good, new battery. $2,500. 574-835-5976

Motorcycles M050

2004 HARLEY DAVIDSON ROAD KING CLASSIC, 16,300 miles. Top condition, heated garage, new battery and tires. 574-835-2583

FOR SALE: 2005 HARLEY-DAVIDSON ROAD GLIDE, 1 owner, engine has a big bore kit, garage kept & well taken care of, 29,800 miles. $10,500. Call 574-453-7182 for more information.

MERCHANDISE

Articles For Sale P030

GAS DRYER, $250, excellent condition. 574-893-4922

OAK STORAGE BENCH, $150; Snow Joe battery powered snow blower w/extra battery, NEVER USED, $200; sewing machine NEW, $200. 574-835-0096

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Rochester fall sports update

Football routs Wabash in season opener, Valley next

Editor’s Note: Val Tsoutsouris is sports editor for Rochester Telephone Co. and writes the Val T Sports blog at rtc4sports.com.

Alex Deming ran 51 yards for a touchdown on the first play from scrimmage. Brant Beck ran for 125 yards and three touchdowns in the first half to lead the Rochester foot-

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ball team to a 56-7 win over host Wabash in the season opener for both teams at Alumni Field Friday, Aug. 18.

Deming finished with 134 yards rushing. Colton Ferverda ran for 32 yards and two scores; and Carson Paulik threw a 26-yard touchdown pass to Wesley Meadows in the Zebras’ 40-point second quarter. The touchdown was Paulik’s first career touchdown pass and Meadows’ first career touchdown catch.

Gavin Young had an interception that set up a touchdown.

Rochester scored on seven of their eight first-half possessions in building a 56-0 halftime lead. They converted all seven of their twopoint conversion attempts.

Rochester is 15-0 against Wabash since Wabash joined the Three Rivers Conference in 2006. Rochester hosts Tippecanoe Valley at 7 p.m. this Friday, Aug. 25. Rochester has not won the Bell since 2017.

Girls Golf

The Rochester girls golf team shot a 357 and finished second out of 15 teams at the Warsaw Invitational at Rozella Ford Golf Club Saturday, Aug. 19.

Olivia Bailey led Rochester with a 79 and finished in a tie for fourth among individuals. Ava Thomas added an 85, Payton Moore had a 91, Lexi Haughs had a 102 and Ella McCarter had a 120.

Homestead won the tournament with a 306.

The Lady Zs broke the nine-hole school record in a 153-197 home win over sectional rival Winamac

at Round Barn Golf Club Thursday, Aug. 17.

Thomas earned medalist honors with a 2-under-par 34. She had a double eagle, seven pars and one bogey. Double-eagles — a score of two on a par-5 — are considered more rare than holes-in-one.

Olivia Bailey added a 35, Payton Moore had a 40, Lexi Haughs had a 44, and Ella McCarter had a 65.

Bailey’s round included backto-back birdies on Nos. 11 and 12, both of which are par-5s. She also had six pars and one bogey. Moore’s round included six pars. Haughs had a birdie on the par-4 15th hole.

The previous school record was a 160, which was set in 2012. Rochester qualified for the state finals in 2012.

Rochester began their week with a 176-209 over Western Tuesday, Aug. 15. Bailey took medalist honors with a 41, Moore added a 42, Thomas had a 45, Haughs had a 48, and McCarter had a 65.

Boys Tennis

Rochester scored 12 team points to win the four-team John Glenn Invitational Saturday, Aug. 19. Knox was second with nine points, John Glenn had eight and Mishawaka had one.

Robert Bozzo went 3-0 on the day at No. 2 singles, and Harrison Dunwoody and Brady Morgan went 3-0 at No. 1 doubles. Tanner Reinartz went 2-1 at No. 1 singles and Ashton Musselman went 2-1 at No. 3 singles. Carter Merideth and Jack Reffett went 2-1 at No. 2 doubles.

The Zebras began the season with a 3-2 win over visiting Tippecanoe Valley Tuesday, Aug. 15.

Bozzo defeated Tristyn Ragon at 6-1, 6-3 at No. 2 singles, Musselman defeated DeOndre Hamilton 6-1, 6-3 at No. 3 singles, and Jonas Kiser and Reffett defeated Noah Mellott and Brent Miller 6-2, 6-1 at

No. 2 doubles.

Reinartz lost to Valley’s Cameron Manuel 6-4, 6-4 at No. 1 singles, and Dunwoody and Morgan lost to Ian Cooksey and Will Mellott 6-7 (5), 6-2, 6-1.

Girls Soccer

Rochester began their season with a pair of losses in which they did not score. They lost to Victory Christian Academy 7-0 Tuesday, Aug. 15 and Maconaquah 2-0 in the Three Rivers Conference opener two days later.

Lilly Watson and Brooke Nelson are the team’s two seniors. Watson and junior Audrey Wagner are the team’s co-captains.

Boys Soccer

Rochester went 1-1 in the opening week of the season. They began with a 5-0 loss to Class 1A, No. 17 North White Aug. 15, but rebounded to beat Caston 5-1 two days later.

Carlos Plascencia and Brayden Krom each had a shot on goal in the loss to North White. Senior goalkeeper, Parker Wallace, stopped 11 of 13 shots, and Tyler Reese stopped four of six shots.

Plascencia scored twice, and Wyatt Davis had a goal and two assists in the win over Caston. Brayden Krom and Rabuor Tindi also scored.

Wallace stopped seven of eight shots he saw.

Rochester gave up the first goal to Caston’s Alex Craig, but came back to lead 2-1 at halftime. The win avenged a loss at home to Caston last year.

Volleyball

Rochester went 1-4 on the week and stands at 1-5 on the season. The week began with a 25-11, 2517, 25-15 loss to host and sectional rival Pioneer on Aug. 15.

Audrey Bolinger had three kills and three blocks. Rylee Clevenger had 10 digs. Aubrey Wilson had four assists. Freshman Logyn Honkomp,

making her varsity debut, had 15 serves received, and Clevenger added 14 and Keyton Doran had 11. Honkomp also had two aces.

Rochester then went 1-3 at the Tomahawk Invitational at North Miami Saturday, Aug. 19 and finished 10th in the 12-team field. In pool play, the Lady Zs lost to Eastbrook 25-12, 25-14 and South Adams 25-11, 25-14. In the place rounds, they beat Delphi 25-12, 25-15 before falling to Northwestern 25-23, 25-20 in the ninthplace match.

Cross Country

Beginning the season at the Jacob Graf Invitational at Logansport Saturday, Aug. 19, the Rochester boys scored 227 points and finished seventh out of 20 teams.

Senior Wesley Steininger finished 17th out of 136 runners in 18:13.8, and teammate Grant Bailey was right behind him in 18th in 18:15. By finishing in the top 20, each received ribbons.

Other Rochester runners included Lane Shank, who was 39th in 19:02.1; Reece Johnson, who was 56th in 19:33.4; Leandro Javier, the team’s lone freshman, who was 98th in 21:33; and Hayden Shuck, who was 102nd in 21:51.

Maconaquah won with 99 points.

Since they have only three runners, Rochester will not post a girls team score at any meet this season. The runners who competed at Logansport included Allyson Calloway, who was 23rd in 22:54.2; and Brooklyn Chandler, who was 80th in 26:51.6.

Hamilton Heights topped a 16team field with 58 points.

Rochester will next run at the Caston Invitational Saturday, Sept. 2.

Craig Welding holds annual open house

Craig Welding held its annual open house Saturday, Aug. 19, and were prepared to host up to 600 guests in the warehouse. It was a chance for old friends who gathered to catch-up.

Pam Craig, family member and former “greeter” said, “I used to be dad’s (Craig Welding founder, George Craig) little greeter when it was just a quonset,” she recalled. “I’d stand out there and meet people when they came in. I got to know a lot of people. That’s why I love this day, cause I get to see a lot of them.”

Craig recalled a story of her and her father from the early days of Craig Welding.

“I came out one day. I wanted to learn how to weld. So, I went to my dad and said, ‘I want to learn how to weld. But my dad wouldn’t hear of it,’” Craig laughed. “I’d have a helmet on and you know, gloves. But, I was his baby.”

When Manager Chris Peterson was asked about manufacturing, he said, “We just recently got into smokers in the last three to four years. But we also build all of the framework for the solar panels that they do out of Rochester,” Peterson said. “We build trailers for AmeriCAN Engineering out of Argos. They are basically portable restrooms.”

“We build slide-outs for Jayco

RV trailers. We’ve done that since the mid 1990s,” he recalled.

“We’ve got into some of the automotive stuff, building Mustang sub-frames for MTF out of Rochester. And then, Patriot Bronco 4x4s, the old-style Broncos. We build the frames and the suspensions for them,” said Peterson.

“We do a lot of work for municipalities, like wastewater treatment plants and street departments in Warsaw and Rochester.”

It also does a lot of work for Zimmer Biomet and various maintenance departments around the area.

Craig Welding is a familyowned business spanning four generations.

minion; this means that we reign as kings. We can reign in life through Christ (Romans 5:17), getting victory over sin and temptation. We reign in death (1 Corinthians 15:54-57), for death no more has dominion over us. We shall reign in His kingdom here on earth, our place of service to be determined according to our life and faithfulness here today (Matthew 25:14-30; Luke 19:12-27). Finally, we shall reign with him forever and ever.

Fourth, We Have God’s Promises. This psalm makes it

clear that God is concerned with creation, and the interpretation in Hebrews 2:6-9 indicates that Christ will one day deliver creation from the bondage of sin (see Romans 8:18-24). This will include the “redemption of our body” (Romans 8:23) when we shall see Christ and become like him (1 John 3:1-3; Philippians 3:20-21).

The fact that Christ is today on the throne is proof that one day the earth, itself, will be redeemed. What a glorious promise!

Fifth, Of course, Psalm 8 applies only to true believers in Christ. The unbeliever may ad-

mire God’s creation, the work of his fingers (verse 3), but those who are redeemed have experienced the power of his arm. “Who has believed our report? And to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed?” (Isaiah 53:1). How wonderful that God should visit this earth for salvation, but one day he will visit it in judgment. Have you trusted Jesus Christ as your Savior? Are you permitting him to rule and reign in your

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