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Both participants who came through Fulton County during a nationwide relay to mark America’s 250th birthday called it “a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.” Cyclist Darius Uhlemann of La Porte and walker Connor Walsh of Rochester were part of the American Discovery 250 Relay, which came through the county Thursday, Oct. 15. The event, organized by the American Discovery Trail Society, follows the American Discovery Trail, which stretches from California to Delaware. Participants are carrying metal batons with a copy of the Declaration of Independence inside and either “Life,” “Liberty,” or the “Pursuit of Happiness” written on them. The 6,800-mile relay started on the Fourth of July in California and should finish on Thanksgiving in Delaware. Those participating sign up to do stretches of the trail, with organizer Sara Heitman noting people have walked, biked or ridden horses so far. She serves as the ground coor-
dinator for the Northern Route of the Relay, which started in Colorado in September and is now traveling through Indiana. Thursday’s section went 54.7 miles, with Uhlemann starting the day in North Judson. He had other participants travel along with him in Starke and Pulaski counties, with him going solo into Fulton County. After Uhlemann cycled from Lake Bruce into Rochester, having crossed over US 31, Walsh joined him at Sixth and Main streets. Uhlemann and Walsh traveled to the Nickel Plate Trail and headed to the trail’s gazebo at Wabash Avenue where Uhlemann then continued south to the end of the section in Denver. Walsh said “it (felt) great” to be part of the relay. “I can be part of something that not a lot of people get to be involved with because this is a specific route from California to the east coast, and by chance, it’s going through Rochester, and so why pass up what’s a once-in-alifetime opportunity?” he said before he started his section of the route. Walsh, a social studies educator, noted participating mattered to him as he’s “taught early American history and how the country was founded.” “To be a part of something that involves commemorating the occasion is important to me, and I thought it would be a good thing to carry the Declaration or at least be a part of the team that’s going with the Declaration from one place to another,” he said. Uhlemann, who said he’s been cycling “all (his) life,” said riding in the relay “was a once-in-a-lifeContinued on page 2
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IN THE RELAY — Cyclist Darius Uhlemann of La Porte, left, and walker Connor Walsh of Rochester pose by the Nickel Plate Trail gazebo near Wabash Avenue in Rochester. The two participated in a stretch of the American Discovery 250 Relay, which went through Fulton County Thursday, Oct. 15. The relay is traveling 6,800 miles over the American Discovery Trail from California to Delaware in honor of the nation’s 250th birthday. Photo by Leah Sander.
WALKING — Walsh walks on the Nickel Plate Trail near Wabash Avenue in Rochester as part of the American Discovery 250 Relay Thursday, Oct. 15. Photo by Leah Sander.
CYCLING — Uhlemann heads south on the Nickel Plate Trail from Rochester to Denver as part of the American Discovery 250 Relay Thursday, Oct. 15. Photo provided by Nancy Sander.
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Alma ‘appreciates opportunity to serve’ Rochester as project manager By LEAH SANDER Staff Writer Chris Alma said he’s glad he has “the opportunity to serve the City of Rochester.” Alma, who’s from White County, started as the city’s project manager in April. He replaced Randy Williams, who passed away in February. Alma is originally from Burnettsville and said he’s “been involved in farming my entire life.” “Today, I live just inside White County on my grandparents’ farm - in the same house where my mom and three uncles grew up,” he said. “It’s a place full of family history, and I’m proud to continue that legacy.” Alma graduated from Twin
Lakes High School in 1993. Prior to becoming Rochester’s project manager, Alma worked 30 years for the White County Highway Department, spending the end of his time there as highway superintendent. He’s taken training through the Purdue University Local Technical Assistance Road Scholar Program. “I’ve completed the requirements for my Road Builder certification, and I’m currently working toward earning my Master Road Builder certification through the program,” said Alma. As project manager, Alma said he “coordinates street improvement and paving projects, prepares bid documents and creates project reports.” “I also process excavation and
Caston school board to meet Oct. 21 The Caston school board will meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, for budget adoption, followed by a public meeting to receive comments on the tenta-
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Continued from page 1 time opportunity to do something that they’re never going to do again.” Heitman, who actually hiked the trail with her boyfriend prior to the relay, said helping with the relay has been “rewarding” as she’s met “so many amazing, unique, enthusiastic,
positive people who love the outdoors, and they’ve had a lot of fun.” She added that the relay was “a way of getting everyone and the country involved and bringing communities together.” To learn more about the relay, people may visit discoverytrail.org/america-250-relay.
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PROJECT MANAGER — Chris Alma started as the new Rochester project manager in April. Photo by Leah Sander. “I take pride in helping ensure those efforts are carried out properly and efficiently,” he said. “Even in the short time l’ve been here, I’ve seen a lot of exciting ideas and forward-thinking plans aimed at helping Rochester grow.” Alma and his wife, Suzette, have been married for 12 years. They have three daughters, Natalie, Emily and Samantha, and a 3-month-
old granddaughter. In his spare time, Alma enjoys garden tractor pulling. He said his garden tractor has a “150-horsepower, three-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine, the kind of machine you might imagine Tim Allen building.” “Tractor pulling keeps me busy throughout the summer at fairs and festivals,” he said.
Fulton County Public Library invites community feedback The Fulton County Public Library is seeking community input to help guide priorities and shape the library’s direction over the next five years. The library is inviting community members to attend open engagement sessions Monday, Oct. 26, through Wednesday, Oct. 28, at various branches. Community members are encouraged to attend one of the following sessions to share their ideas, needs and hopes for the library. Registration is not required. Light refreshments will be provided.
The Rochester Branch is located at 320 W. Seventh St. in Rochester. The Aubbee Branch is located at 7432 Olson Road in Leiters Ford. The Fulton Branch is located at 7420 Liberty Ave. in Fulton. For questions, call (574) 2232713. Session times and locations are listed below. Monday, Oct. 26 Rochester Branch • 2-3 p.m. - General public. Aubbee Branch • 5-6 p.m. - General public.
Tuesday, Oct. 27 Rochester Branch • 11:30 a.m to 12:30 p.m. - Parents and homeschoolers. • 3:30-4:30 p.m. - Teens and preteens. • 6-7 p.m. - General public. Wednesday, Oct. 28 Rochester Branch • 8-9 a.m. - Local leaders and businesses. • 10:30-11:30 a.m. - General public. Fulton Branch • 3-4 p.m. - General public.
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HONORING THOSE WHO’VE PASSED — American Legion Post 36 of Rochester Commander Rob Beckman recently had other names of Fulton County Veterans Honor Guard members who’ve passed away added to this jacket, which hangs in the Legion’s building. Photo by Leah Sander.
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erately turn from the wisdom of God found in the Bible, they are putting themselves and others in danger. Insight: Don’t be impressed with your own wisdom. Instead, fear the Lord and turn away from evil. Proverbs 3:5-6 contains precious promises for Christians who want to know and do God’s will in every area of life. God wants us to know and do his will; he is eager to reveal it to us (Ephesians 5:8-10; John 7:17).
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OBituaries Stephanie H. Pierce Former C.N.A. Stephanie H. Pierce 53, Rochester, passed away at 6:05 a.m. Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, at Life care Center of Rochester. She was born Oct. 4, 1973, in Plymouth, the daughter of Mike Overmyer and Nancy (Spindler) Huffman. Stephanie had worked as a C.N.A. for many STEPHANIE H. years including working for Hickory Creek. She PIERCE enjoyed gardening, going to demolition derbies, spending time outdoors and being a mother and grandmother. Survivors include her children, Paige (Nicole) Overmyer, Rochester, Paxton (Chelsea Pierce) Sutton, Rochester and Bryce Calvert, South Bend; grandchildren, Haddy Overmyer and Jordynn Overmyer, both of Rochester; father, Mike Overmyer, Lakeville; siblings, Pat (Alison) Overmyer, Akron and Travis (Monica) Huffman, Rochester; stepfather, Tom Huffman, Rochester; stepsister, Kimberly Huffman, Wabash; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother, Nancy Huffman; grandmothers, Clarice Spindler and Ethel Overmyer; stepsister, Tina Huffman; and aunt, Judy Campbell. Services are scheduled for a later date. Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Online condolences may be expressed at zimmermanbrosfh.com.
Brenda Sue Craig Camp-We-Can And Special Olympics Enthusiast Brenda Sue Craig, 57, Mentone, passed away surrounded by family at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. Brenda was born on Feb. 6, 1969, in Rochester, to Don and Karen (Kindig) Craig. She graduated from Warsaw Community High School in 1987. Brenda lived life with enthusiasm and a joyful BRENDA SUE CRAIG spirit. She was actively involved in Special Olympics and Camp-We-Can, where she formed many friendships and created lasting memories. She also worked at the Logan Center Workshop, where she enjoyed contributing through a variety of tasks. Brenda found happiness in many simple pleasures. She loved working on latch-hook projects, reading, watching “The Young and the Restless” and cheering on her beloved Dallas Cowboys. She was also a fan of “The Dukes of Hazzard” and rarely passed up an opportunity to dance. She especially enjoyed good food and treasured spending time with her family. Brenda often took on the role of “the adult in the room,” lovingly bossing her nieces and nephews and keeping them in line. She learned from her mother at an early age the importance of household responsibilities such as washing clothes and doing dishes. Known for her gift of persuasion, Brenda could often talk others into helping her or doing things for her. Brenda was raised in the faith and attended Bethlehem Baptist Church in her younger years. She also looked forward to attending Christmas Eve services at Beaver Dam Community Church. She is survived by her father, Don and wife, Janie Craig, Mentone; sisters, Debbie and husband, Troy Butt, Coppell, Texas, and Meredith and husband, Travis Adams, Mentone; her brother, Jay and wife, Shelly Craig, Mentone; four nieces; three nephews; and five great-nieces and nephews. Brenda was preceded in death by her mother, Karen; and her grandparents, Gerald and Emalene Kindig and George and Elnora Craig. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 19, at King Memorial Home, 101 N. Tucker St., Mentone. A private family interment took place next to her mother at Sycamore Cemetery, Mentone. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to Camp-WeCan, 5282 N. Old U.S. 31, Rochester, IN 46975. Online condolences may be expressed at hartzlerfuneralservices. com.
Melba Jane Smith Devoted Christian Melba Jane Smith, 86, North Manchester, died at 8:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 12, 2026, at Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester. She was born on Sept. 13, 1940 in Rochester, to Olson M. Morris and Frieda Bernice (Hatfield) Morris. She graduated from Gilead High School in 1961. MELBA JANE Melba married Jack R. Smith on Jan. 16, 1970, SMITH at the Nazarene Church in North Manchester. She worked at Wagners and U.T. for 28.5 years and then at Dekko Damas in Wabash. She attended the Omega Church of God in Akron and the Gilead Crossroad Baptist Church in Gilead. Melba was a devoted Christian who served others in many ways. She volunteered at Scout Hall and served lunches to senior citizens. She drove people who needed rides to doctor’s appointments and other destinations. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting and played the piano at the Gilead Crossroads Baptist Church. She loved her dogs, which were very special to her. She had her own little card ministry. She sent many cards to the sick, holidays and other special occations. Surviving Melba are stepsons, Steven Duane (spouse Christy) Smith, Jacksonville, Fla. and Eugene Carl Smith; several cousins; six grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jack Smith in 1993; her brother, Teddy Joe Morris; her stepsister, Doris Barr, and Doris’ husband, Lynn Barr; and her stepfather, Milton Webb. Services were held at noon Friday, Oct. 16, at Earl-Love Funeral Home, Akron, with Pastor Thad Stewart officiating. Burial was in the Akron IOOF Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Gilead Crossroad Baptist Church. The staff of Earl-Love Funeral Home considers it a privilege and an honor to care for the family and friends of Melba Jane Smith. Online condolences may be sent to earlovefuneralhome.com.
James L. Herrell James L. Herrell, 76, passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026, following a brave and valiant battle with cancer. He was born May 24, 1950. On June 22, 1984, he married Mikey Jean Monroe; who passed away April 17, 2011. He is survived by his sons, Loyd Herrell (Patty), Monterey and Tommy Herrell (Christal), Moran, Texas; brothers, Ron Herrell (Jan), Kokomo and Steve Herrell, Rochester; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. JAMES L. He was preceded in death by his parents, Loyd HERRELL and Betty Herrell A celebration of life service will be held at noon Saturday, Nov. 21, at Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. Friends may visit at 11 a.m. until the time of the service. Military honors will be accorded at the Rochester IOOF Cemetery by the Fulton County Veteran’s Honor Guard and the U.S. Army Honors Team.
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Abrianna and Christopher Krachinski, Fulton, are the parents of a daughter, Eileen Sue Farrell, born at 7:06 a.m.
Monday, Oct. 12, at Woodlawn Health. She weighed 7 pounds, 10.5 ounces. She joins siblings Eunice, 2, and Winter, 3. Maternal grandparents are Jessica and Stephen Oakes, Kokomo. Paternal grandparents are Kathy and Steve Krachinski, Kewanna. Maternal great-grandparents are Sue and Royce Fellers, Kewanna. Paternal great-grandparents are Ned and Eunice Urbin, Kewanna.
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SheRiff’S offiCe RepoRtS The following are accidents and incidents investigated by the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office during the past week:
Accidents
7:44 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, South US 31 and South Wabash Road, Rochester. Driver: Olivia Hudson, 58, South Bend. Hit a deer. 8:36 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, CR 550N and CR 175E. Driver: Lynn Rodes, 40, Rochester. Hit a deer. 7:55 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, South US 31 and South SR 25, Rochester. Drivers: Alexis Fortman, 28, Bristol; and Paul Huxley, 54, Logansport. Were involved in an accident. 7:49 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, South SR 19 and CR 225S, Akron. Driver: Aliksandra Vera-Pinzon, 21, Akron. Hit a deer. 4:07 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12, West SR 14 and CR 400W, Rochester. Drivers: Johnna MuSall, 32, Peru; and Joshua Zellers, 17, Kewanna. MuSall’s vehicle was rear ended. 8:08 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, CR 400E and East SR 14, Rochester. Driver: Griffin Fox, 24, Rochester. Hit a deer. 10:19 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, 9300 block of CR 525N, Rochester. Driver: Sahairah Kuhn, 17, Rochester, was involved in an accident. 6:18 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, CR 350S, Rochester. Driver: Francis Marino, 34, Rochester. Marino struck a person on a bicycle. 10:41 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, CR 200N and North SR 17, Kewanna. Driver: Mark Beck, 86, Kewanna. Beck hit the caller’s car and left the scene.
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9:04 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, Oak Drive and Maple Lane, Rochester. A caller reported the area smelled like battery acid. The caller then said that someone was burning trash. 3:49 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, 4500 block of CR 750W, Rochester. A caller reported someone stole three tires and rims. 7:43 a.m. Friday, Oct. 16, West SR 14 and CR 600W, Rochester. A caller reported a woman’s car was stopped in the middle of the road and was blocking traffic. The vehicle was eventually moved off the road. 3:35 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, North Old US 31 and East Olson Road, Rochester. A caller reported a man walking on the side of the road, appearing to be stumbling and looking at his phone. An officer spoke with the man and he advised he was walking to Plymouth. 7:58 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, 3300 block of CR 200W, Rochester. A caller reported a car parked in front of the residence since Monday. An officer contacted the owner, who said they
would have the vehicle moved. 11:44 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, 4800 block of East Wood Lane, Rochester. A caller reported seeing a man looking through the trees at his wife. 10:38 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, 400 block of CR 100N, Rochester. A caller reported his property was listed for sale without his knowledge. Dispatch advised the caller it was a scam and to watch their assets for fraudulent activity. 7:47 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, CR
300S and South Old US 31, Rochester. A caller reported a car with no tires and debris around it. The caller said the car appeared to be stripped and spray-painted. 2:43 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, 1100 block of Pontiac Street, Rochester. A caller reported a man riding a bicycle around her house and repeatedly stopping in front of it. 7:52 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12, CR 450N and CR 200W, Rochester. A caller reported a horse in the middle of the
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The following petitions have been filed in Fulton Circuit Court, with Judge Arthur Christopher Lee presiding:
Complaints
Jefferson Capital Systems LLC v. Brittney Porter, Rochester, $2,059.14 Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v. Megan Miller, Akron, $1,169.39
Superior Court
The following petition has been filed in Fulton Superior Court, with Judge Gregory L. Heller presiding:
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Fifth Third Bank National Association v. Gene Wallace, Rochester, and Melisa Robbe, Rochester, $113,195.74
Traffic Violations
The following fines and levies were paid in Fulton County courts: Flotation device per person required in boat - James Barber Sharpsville, $164 Driving while suspended Daykota Howe, Rochester, $165; Alison Wheelden, Rochester, $165 Failure of occupant to use a safety belt - Ernest Jennings, Fort Wayne, $25; Joseph Wingo, South Bend, $25; Samantha Freeman, Rochester, $25
dispatcher then contacted two juveniles who refused to get their parents. 11:10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, 1500 block of CR 825E, Akron. A caller reported two vehicles pulled into the caller’s hay field. The caller went outside and yelled at the occupants, who then left. 2:23 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, 9000 block of West Olson Road, Delong. A caller reported someone spun their tires and damaged their vehicle.
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fulton County Jail BookingS The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail during the past week: Oct. 18 - Brayden Robert Curtis, 23, 1056 E. Lincoln St., Nappanee, booked for domestic battery and interfering with the reporting of a crime. No bond. Oct. 17 - Mitkumar Pankajkumar, 20, 1427 Monroe St., Apt. 2, Rochester, booked for operating a vehicle without ever obtaining a license. Released on his own recognizance. Oct. 16 - Alisha Noelle Samuels, 34, 780 Monarch Lane, Rochester, booked for possession of methamphetamine and possession of paraphernalia. No bond. Oct. 16 - Pablo Yepez, 33, 2537 Jackson St., Gary, booked for neglect of a dependent, possession of marijua-
na, operating a vehicle without ever obtaining a license, and operating a vehicle while intoxicated with a passenger younger than 18. Bond: $2,500 surety or $500 surety. Oct. 15 - Tyrome LaMar Lake Jr., 29, 2211 Coachmens Trail, South Bend, booked on a warrant for failure to appear on a charge of driving while suspended. Bond: $150 cash. Oct. 15 - Casey Aaron Robson, 34, 5562 N. SR 25, Rochester, booked on a warrant for failure to appear on a charge of driving while suspended. Bond: $150 cash. Oct. 15 - Michael Allen Karner, 19, 7224 Birch Avenue, Hammond, booked for domestic battery. No bond. Oct. 14 - Edward J. Richardson, 64, 1819 Bessmore Park Road, Rochester, booked for operating a vehicle
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road. The caller later texted dispatch to report the horse had returned to its owner. 3:16 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12, 2800 block of South SR 25, Rochester. A caller reported a lawn mower threw an object at her windshield, cracking it. An officer spoke with both parties. 12:37 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, 1300 block of West Sixth Street, Rochester. A dispatcher received a 911 call on which no one spoke. The dispatcher called back and left a message. The
Operating with expired plates - Steven Hunter, Bunker Hill, $164; Adam See, Rochester, $164; Malissa Sheese, Rochester, $164 Speeding - Sandra Giraldo, Indianapolis, $164.50; Gregory Bielefeld, Indianapolis, $175; Alejandro Ramirez, South Bend, $164.50; Ethan Boyer, Elkhart, $164.50; Mawuli Degbevi, Indianapolis, $164.50; Jorge Castaneyra Cruz, Indianapolis, $154.50; Michael Ramey, Bourbon, $164.50 Speeding, driving while suspended - Ramey Gibbs, Warsaw, $179.50
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The following couples have filed for marriage dissolutions in Fulton County courts: Gast - Robert Gast, Mishawaka, and Kendra Gast, Rochester. No minor children. Jolley - Jeremiah Jolley, Albany Ky., and Racheal Jolley, Fulton. With minor children.
while intoxicated-endangerment and Owi with prior conviction. No bond. Oct. 14 - Naomi Gonzales, 41, 9497 E. US 31, Pierceton, booked for possession of stolen property. No bond. Oct. 13 - Dustin James Allen Groves, 31, 420 Main St., Rochester, booked on a warrant from Marion County. Oct. 13 - Kaylee Kuhn, 35, 3827 W. 450N, Rochester, booked on a warrant for nonsupport. Bond: $1,600 cash.
Oct. 13 - Clifford Eugene Reffitt, 65, 1102 Park St., Rochester, booked for public intoxication. Released on his own recognizance. Oct. 13 - George Robert Goetschius Jr., 45, 2227 Lakeland Lane, Fort Wayne, booked for driving while suspended with a prior conviction. Released on his own recognizance. Oct. 13 - Analiese Rayne Vinson, 18, 10670 Nutmeg Road, Plymouth, booked for reckless driving. Released on her own recognizance.
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8:22 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, Main Street, Rochester. Driver: Alonnia Montgomery, 30, Rochester. Hit a telephone pole. 5:20 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, Main Street, Rochester. Driver: Linda Craig, East Fifth Street, Rochester. Craig’s vehicle hit a pole. 2:26 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, Main Street, Rochester. Drivers: Randy Edmaiston, North Main Street, North Liberty; and Diane Craft, Sanford Drive, Rochester. Both were involved in an accident in the parking lot. 10:22 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, West Ninth Street and Fulton Avenue, Rochester. Driver: Jared Howard, West Eighth Street, Rochester. Howard hit a black truck and knocked the mirror off of it. 2:05 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, West 18th Street and Zebra Lane, Rochester. Driver: William McSpadden, 26, Rochester. Hit a deer.
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3:03 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, Southway 31 and Mitchell Drive, Rochester. A crash detection alert was activated. Dispatch could hear cars but no one speaking, and no one answered the call. 9:50 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, 1100 block of Park Road, Rochester. A caller
reported a missing leaf blower. An officer spoke with the caller, who said it had been stolen a few days earlier. 4:20 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, 300 block of Main Street, Rochester. A caller reported purchasing an item from a fraudulent company and asked about her options. 11:39 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, 2000 block of Peace Tree Village, Rochester. A caller advised that juveniles were driving in circles in the parking lot. An officer followed the vehicle to Woodland Court. 11:53 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, 300 block of Monticello Road, Rochester. A caller advised a man from Chicago purchased $10,000 worth of material from insulation people. The caller provided an officer with a folder of information regarding the case. 11:27 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, 300 block of Pontiac Street, Rochester. A caller reported someone banging on the door. An officer checked the area and did not see anything suspicious. 4:04 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, 500 block of Pontiac Street, Rochester. The caller reported their neighbor had thick smoke in their yard and that the smoke could be smelled from the residence. An officer spoke with the subjects and told them to call when they burn something. 2:35 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, 100 block of McDonald Drive, Rochester. A caller reported an older woman stealing alcohol. The women poured the alcohol
into a cup and went into the bathroom with it. The women was lodged for felony theft. 11:24 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2200 block of Poets Drive, Rochester. A caller reported being locked out of their vehicle in front of their residence. 9:10 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12, 1300 block of Jefferson Street, Rochester. A caller reported a group of juveniles looking through a residence window before leaving toward a church. An officer spoke with the juveniles, who said they were outside talking when someone came out of their residence and told them to be quiet. 2:32 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12, 300 block of East Fourth Street, Rochester. A caller believed she had found a stolen bicycle. 8:15 a.m. Monday, Oct. 12, 2100 block of Ball Court, Rochester. A caller reported that someone had taken out a student loan in their name. An officer spoke with the caller and provided her with an incident number. 9:54 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, 700 block of Jay Street, Rochester. A caller reported someone was banging on their door. When the caller opened it, no one was there. An officer contacted the caller, who said the incident was an ongoing issue. 8:22 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, 300 block of Rochester Crossing Drive, Rochester. Dispatch received a report of a person locked out of their vehicle by their dog. 4:10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, 1900 block of Maples Court, Rochester. Dispatcher received a 911 call that disconnected. Dispatch attempted to call back, but no one answered. 9:03 a.m. Friday, Oct. 9, 300 block of Main Street, Rochester. A caller found a GMC key and key fob at the city bank.
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A brief look at Potawatomi history prior to 1776 Editor’s Note: This is the seventh of a series on Searching for the roots of Fulton County. By DAVID HAZELDINE Director of Literacy Fulton County Public Library As the history books tell it, the Potawatomis inhabiting the area later known as Fulton County were, as of 1776, relative newcomers. They were, in the words of historian Richard White, “refugees” whose world and way of life had been shattered. Only fragments remained. Like a knife scoring a pane of glass, warfare apparently more brutal than any previously known among these peoples had etched the first fine, dangerous lines across the region in the 1640s. Broad cracks had appeared as epidemics of diseases previously unknown in these lands carried off tens of thousands of people. And then, between 1649 and the mid1600s, Iroquois attacks had fallen like hammer blows across the length and breadth of the lands bordering the Great Lakes and descended into the Ohio Valley. The mechanism underlying this warfare was primarily the fur trade, as fur products, particularly those made from beaver pelts, had become popular in Europe. This fashion trend was likely exceeded, however, by Native Americans’ own desire for European technologies and products, particularly anything involving iron. A list of French and British trade goods between 1680 and 1760 includes guns (along with powder and lead), flints, arrowheads, knives, axes, kettles and pots, clothing of all types, and a long list of food, tobacco and alcohol. As the Iroquois, also called the Haudenosaunee Confederacy and composed of the Seneca, Cayuga, Mohawk and Oneida tribes, drove
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west, they drove countless other tribal peoples ahead of them, flooding the Great Lakes region. These tribes, in turn, vied for dwindling land and resources in a dizzyingly complex, ever-changing array of alliances and rivalries. It is important to note here that this tumult was already underway when French traders became acquainted with the Potawatomis and their Algonquin brethren around 1650, so much of this early history is based on oral tradition and hearsay. Native tradition states that the Potawatomi are one of three Algonquin-speaking tribes, along with the Ottawa and Chippewa, that migrated into the Great Lakes region in the 1500s as one united people before separating into different areas, with the Potawatomi occupying the eastern shore of Lake Michigan. Because the Potawatomis kept the council fire of the united tribe, they were dubbed “Keepers of the Fire.” However, historian R. David Edmunds, in “The Potawatomis: Keepers of the Fire,” cites evidence that the tribes separated earlier and that the Potawatomi descended from the Dumaw Creek people of west-central Michigan. Regardless, the aforementioned incursion by the eastern Iroquois caused the Potawatomi to flee west to the area now known as Green Bay, Wisconsin, where they established a settlement called “Mechingan,” a center of trade among the French and area tribes. From there, an intricate chain of events involving fur supplies, the price of trade goods, conflicts between the French, British and European colonists, and the ever-present warfare between tribes resulted in Potawatomi bands establishing themselves in Detroit and the St. Joseph River areas of Michi-
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Fall Car Care Guide Avoiding A Costly Lockout: 4 reasons to duplicate your car key Feature Impact - Losing your keys may be frustrating, but realizing you’re locked out of your car - without a spare key - can be truly panic-inducing. The price of getting back on the road can depend on several factors, including your vehicle make and model, the type of key that needs replacing and whether the situation calls for emergency roadside assistance. Avoiding a potentially pricey and stressful lockout, which occurs for nearly 4 million Americans each year, starts by planning ahead. According to KeyMe Locksmiths, a service that makes it easy to duplicate car keys at up to 70% off dealership prices, creating a spare before the original is lost, addressing worn keys before they break and keeping backups in secure locations can reduce the need for emergency locksmith services. “A good rule of thumb is to have at least two working keys for your vehicle,” said Samantha Jahnke, chief experience officer for KeyMe Locksmiths. “If you’re down to one, make a spare while you still have a working key. It can save you stress and expense if you’re ever locked out.” Consider these four common reasons drivers make duplicate keys, and how planning ahead can help prevent a lockout from becoming a costly problem. Have A Backup For Lost Or Damaged Keys One car key isn’t enough, because all it takes is one accident or memory lapse to disrupt your day. Maybe you already had a spare key, but it’s been a while since you’ve seen it. Or perhaps you have a habit of locking your key inside your vehicle, so you’d feel better with an extra. Having a spare - or a spare for the spare - gives you peace of mind you have another way to get back on the road without additional hassle. Give Another Driver Convenient Access If you share a vehicle with another member of your household, it makes life more convenient for each driver to have their own keys. Instead of pass-
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ing the primary set back and forth, or arguing over who saw them last, both of you will have reliable access to the car when you need it. Plus, a spare set of keys makes a nice surprise when it’s time to give a new driver in the house access to the car. Keep A Spare Set For Travel When you’re far from home, it can be especially risky to only have one set of keys with you. If they happen to fall out of your pocket or get misplaced at the hotel, you could wind up stranded hundreds of miles away, facing the stress of finding a replacement service in an unfamiliar area. Bring a spare to keep in a secure location, like a purse or backpack that always stays on you, so you can focus on enjoying your vacation. If you realize before a trip you don’t have a spare, plan ahead and get a duplicate made before you hit the road. Make An Extra For A Used Vehicle Sometimes buying a used vehicle means the previous owner has already done the work of losing the spare key. If your car only comes with one key, make a backup as soon as possible. Having two working keys can also pay off when it’s time to sell or trade in your vehicle, as a missing spare may reduce its value or give a buyer another reason to negotiate. Learn more about duplicating keys for more than 40,000 different vehicle makes, models and years at CopyKeys.com. Source: KeyMe Locksmiths
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Father, daughter pen book discussing importance of human-dog relationships By LEAH SANDER Staff Writer Dogs can help their owners get through the good and bad times. A Fulton County father and daughter duo expound on that fact in their book published earlier this year. Dr. David Barts and his daughter, Dr. Caitlin (Barts) Rich, wrote the book “Nothing Better Than a Da** Good Dog.” It’s available for sale at Webb’s Family Pharmacy, Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The book’s title comes from a comment a man made to Barts when Barts was delivering popcorn to the Orville Redenbacher facility in Brookston with his yellow Labrador retriever, Maggie May. The book details both Barts’ and Rich’s relationships with various dogs over the years. Barts first shares about his relationship with his childhood dog, a German shepherd named Barney Google. It was with Barney that Bartstook dog obedience classes through 4-H. Barts notes in the book that Barney “was always with me and my brother, Monty,” with the two considering Barney to be their “little brother.” It was with Barney that Barts got a reserve grand champion ribbon at the Fulton County 4-H Fair and advanced to the state fair. “I realize now what a wonderful, not fully appreciated blessing he was,” writes Barts in the book. “I didn’t realize his true value as a loyal companion and what a blessing he truly was to my family.” The second dog whom Barts recounts a relationship with in the book was a Irish setter named Salley which he had right after he graduated high school. “Salley and I developed a bond of love so strong, and I often reflect on our memories and the stories we made as she learned to hunt,” wrote Barts. He also shared how he would take Salley with him to visit his then-girlfriend. That included hav-
ing the dog ride down US 31 one time on a motorcycle with him. Later, after Barts was practicing dentistry and had a family, he got Maggie May. He said he and his three kids headed to Mentone to see if Maggie, then a puppy, would be the one they wanted to take home. “Of my three children, Rich was the animal lover in our family besides me,” wrote Barts. As they were bringing Maggie home, Rod Stewart’s song “Maggie May” was playing on the radio, with that becoming the dog’s name. Rich noted in the book she was in high school when the family got Maggie. “Little did I know how she would shape how I would view dog companions the rest of my life,” she said. “Maggie showed me what a best friend could be.” Barts added that Rich and Maggie “were buds.” “Maggie was very protective of Rich, to the point where if any strange dog came around, she was off to chase it away, no matter how big it was,” wrote Barts. Maggie died because she was hit by a vehicle while chasing after another dog whom she thought would bother Rich, noted Barts. The last dog he wrote about in the book was the chocolate Labrador retriever named Gracey May, which the family got a few months after Maggie died. Barts noted he had Gracey after he had started battling Lyme disease. He shared several instances of how she brought happiness to his life during that time, including riding with him to get Spanish hot dogs at B&K Drive-In in Rochester. Barts recalled in the book how Gracey prevented his friend from getting a hot dog until she got one herself. When the family eventually had to put Gracey down, Barts said a last goodbye to her. “Gracey, thank you for being such a great dog,” he said. “You were a true blessing from God. You made
FRIENDS — Dr. Caitlin (Barts) Rich’s two dogs, Penny May, left, and Kingsley, are shown together. Photo provided by Dr. Caitlin (Barts) Rich.
GRACEY MAY — This photo of the Barts family’s late dog, Gracey May, is part of Dr. David Barts’ and Dr. Caitlin (Barts) Rich’s book. Photo provided by the Barts family.
GIRL’S BEST FRIEND — Dr. Caitlin (Barts) Rich is shown with her dog, Kingsley. Photo provided by Dr. Caitlin (Barts) Rich.
my illness tolerable, and you helped me so much through it. I will always be so grateful for all the great times we had together.” Barts said he wrote the book “to share how a relationship with a dog can be so special for the chronically ill and how a strong relationship of love and companionship can devel-
op with them.” “I also wanted to let my family members, present and future, know the history of the family business and how it created my relationship with dogs,” he added, also noting he wanted people to know the reality of Lyme disease and “to honor my college English prof who inspired
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me to write.” Of all the dogs he owned, Barts said Gracey was his favorite. “She was such a comfort to me during all the years of my illness of Lyme disease,” he said. “Her personality and disposition were so personalizing to me and Caitlin.” Rich and her family currently own two dogs: a yellow Labrador retriever named Kingsley and a chocolate Labrador retriever named Penny May. She noted both are good with her kids. “Looking back over my adulthood, losing loved ones, having children (and) moving houses-communities, my dogs have always been the constant in my life, and they will forever be remembered now not just in my life, but (by) my kids,” said Rich. “As they grow up, it is comforting knowing I have fostered relationships with dogs, so they see the value and continue as they build their lives and start families.” Barts noted to those who have dogs that “the time you spend with them and train them will be the most valuable time that you invest with them when building the relationship with them.” “Your dog will do everything it can to please you and make you happy,” he said. Barts added the back cover of the book features his granddaughter lying on Rich’s dog Kingsley. “This is just one example of the type of relationship you can expect to develop with a dog: for (Kingsley) would die for her,” said Barts.
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Manitou DAR chapter honors several members By MANITOU DAR CHAPTER This fall, the Manitou Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution celebrated the semiquincentennial spirit by honoring two lives that span a century of American history. At our September chapter meeting, we celebrated Chapter Historian Shirley Willard on her 90th birthday and for 40 years of membership. A graduate of the Rochester High School Class of 1955, Manchester College and Ball State University, Willard served as the Fulton County Historical Society president, founded the Trail of Courage Living History Festival in 1976 and was instrumental in building the Fulton County Museum, the Round Barn Museum and the historic village of Loyal. The chapter also celebrated Patsy Evans on her 100th birthday in an open house held in her honor in Kewanna. Members joined family and friends to honor Evans’ 100 years of American life, and her 37 years of fellowship in the chapter. The chapter also recognized past Regent Candy Hayes for her immense help as the chapter celebrates its own 118th year of founding along with the semiquincentennial of the United States. As America marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, Hayes has led the Manitou Chapter’s America
PAST REGENT — The Manitou Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution recently honored its past Regent Candy Hayes for helping plan programs honoring America’s 250th birthday. Photo provided by the Manitou Chapter of the DAR. 250th Committee, organizing programs that honor Revolutionary War patriots, preserve local history and educate the community on the enduring principles of liberty.
90 YEARS — The Manitou Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution recently recognized Shirley Willard for her 90th birthday and 40 years in the DAR. Photo provided by the Manitou Chapter of the DAR.
The National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution celebrates the semiquincentennial, or America 250, with a mission to honor our Revolutionary ancestors and inspire
100 YEARS — The Manitou Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution recently honored Patsy Evans for her 100th birthday and 37 years of membership in the organization. Photo provided by the Manitou Chapter of the DAR.
the next 250 years through patriotism, historic preservation and education. We celebrated the milestone birthdays of Willard and Evans as the life achievement of both women in-
stills deep respect and reminds us why we preserve history. We celebrate and are sincerely grateful to Hayes, whose dedication has made our American 250 celebrations possible.
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SCRAPYARD — Scrapyard team members Ty Kieninger, left, and Lylay Jenkinson compete in the robotics contest Saturday. Photo provided by Caston School Corp.
THE MIDNIGHT SUN — Competing for Caston School Corp. are Leighia Knoop, left and Asher Ault of The Midnight Sun team. Photo provided by Caston School Corp.
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WINX CLUB — Caston School Corp.’s Winx Club robotics team won for best costumes. From left are Audrey Ault, Alexa Rouch, Marley Beckner and Appel Knoop.
DRIVING — Competing for Caston School Corp. in a robotics contest Saturday, Oct. 17, at the corporation are from left Keldon Voorhees, Kirsten Taylor, Kiley Williamson, Alexa Rouch, Marley Beckner and Appel Knoop. Photos provided by Caston School Corp.
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THE SCREW UPS — Members of Caston School Corp.’s The Screw Ups robotics team are shown during competition Saturday, Oct. 17. From left are Ty Kieninger, Robert Bruce and Hunter Taylor.
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Breast Imaging: Different tools, one essential first step By MOLLY HARDESTY, DIRECTOR OF DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING Woodlawn Health Breast cancer is often most treatable when it is found early, before a lump can be felt or symptoms appear. Today, several breast imaging tools can help detect or evaluate cancer. Each has a specific role, but routine screening mammography remains the gold standard for detecting breast cancer in people who have no symptoms. Digital breast tomosynthesis, often called a 3D mammogram, is an advanced form of mammography. The X-ray tube moves in an arc and captures multiple images from different angles, allowing the radiologist to examine thin “slices” of breast tissue. This can reduce the problem of overlapping tissue and improve cancer detection, especially in dense breasts. It can reveal masses, tiny calcium deposits and subtle changes that may be too small to feel. Mammography is widely available,
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carefully regulated and supported by decades of evidence showing that regular screening helps reduce deaths from breast cancer. Breast ultrasound uses sound waves rather than radiation. It is commonly used to evaluate a lump or an area seen on a mammogram and can help determine whether a finding is fluid-filled or solid. It is generally used in addition to - not instead of - a mammogram. Breast magnetic resonance imaging, or MRI, uses a strong magnet and radio waves to create highly detailed images, usually after contrast material is administered through an IV. MRI is especially valuable for people at high risk, including some with inherited gene mutations or a strong family history of breast cancer. It is used in addition to screening mammography, and patients should discuss whether it is appropriate with their health care provider. Diagnostic mammography is performed when a person has a symptom or when screening shows an area that needs a closer look. It may include additional views, magnification or targeted ultrasound. Other specialized examinations, such as contrast-enhanced mammography or molecular breast imaging, may be appropriate in certain situations, but they are not the gold standard for routine breast cancer screening. Breast density matters because dense breast tissue can make cancers harder to see on a mammogram and is also a risk
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COMPOSTING PROJECT — Caston High School senior Dalton Painter recently helped build two composting containers for the Caston School Corp. Nutrients from composted vegetable matter from the cafeteria will be added to raised garden beds. Photo provided by Caston School Corp.
Caston senior helps with composting project at school By LEAH SANDER Staff Writer Caston School Corp. is reusing some of its food waste thanks to a Caston High School senior. Dalton Painter, who lives near Fulton, helped build a food com-
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posting system earlier this year. Leftover vegetable matter from the cafeteria is breaking down inside two tumbling containers inside the school’s greenhouse, with it to be added to the school’s raised garden beds. Painter said it was his food science teacher Leah Hinderlider who came up with the idea. She said she’d “seen other schools use composting bins and piles to add nutrients to their raised beds.” “The nutrients will get used up pretty quickly, and this is an economical way for us to make sure we have a positive nutrient flow,” said Hinderlider. She added future plans are “to resurrect the current aquaponics system, so we can grow plants all year long with the help of fish!” Painter said he was happy to help with the composting project as he was “just curious of how it works.” “(It feels) just pretty good to help out the teachers,” he said. Hinderlider said the hope is to have the composting project “be a joint effort between the food science classes I teach and the agriculture classes Mrs. (Riley) Roth teaches, using cross-curricular lessons and having more students involved in the day-to-day operations.” “We hope to build a true farmto-fork curriculum, so students can see where their food truly comes from,” she said.
Republican Women to meet Oct. 26 The Fulton County Republican Women’s Club will meet at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26, at the Fulton County Historical Society, 37 E. 375N, Rochester. Anyone interested may attend.
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Rochester Fall Sports Update: Volleyball season ends with sectional semifinal loss to Oak Hill Volleyball The Rochester volleyball team’s season ended with a 25-20, 25-13, 25-16 loss to Oak Hill in a Class 2A, Sectional 38 By VAL s e m i f i n a l TSOUTSOURIS at the RHS SPORTS EDITOR, gym SaturRTC day, Oct. 17. Rochester began the postseason with a 25-16, 25-22, 25-16 win over Peru Thursday, Oct. 15, in the quarterfinals. Freshman Makayla Walley had eight kills, and Sylvia McCall and Amara Wieringa had seven, and Brailyn Hunter had six. Wieringa had four of the team’s eight aces. Aubrey Wilson had three blocks, and Walley, McCall and Hunter had two each. Wilson, who crossed the 2,000 career assist plateau at the Twin Lakes Invitational Saturday, Oct. 10, also led with 28 assists. Walley also had 14 digs and eight serves received. Logyn Honkomp had 12 digs and 25 serves received. Emma Mathias had 10 digs. Rochester finished 19-12, a nine-win improvement from last year. It was the team’s first winning season since 2020. Cross-Country Both the Rochester girls and boys cross-country teams finished ninth at the Manchester Sectional Saturday, Oct. 17, and both teams qualified two runners each for this Saturday’s, Oct. 24, Manchester Regional. Freshman Katelyn Conliff, who was 25th overall in 20:56, and junior Adison Hayes, who was 35th overall in 21:35, advanced as individuals. The top five teams and top 15 individuals on nonadvancing teams advanced to the regional. Columbia City won with 48 points. Warsaw (59), Huntington North (65), Plymouth (96) and Culver Academy (148) also advanced. Rochester had 210 points. Conliff was fifth and Hayes eighth among the individuals on nonadvancing teams. Other Rochester times included Vivian Miller, who was 48th in 23:00; Daniela Ochoa, who was 56th in 23:54; Jane Gottschalk, who was 64th in 25:58; Addisyn Zimmerman, who was 65th in 26:12; and Chloie Tyler, who was 67th in 27:33.
In the boys meet, senior Leandro Javier, who was 28th in 18:10, and freshman Warner DuBois, who was 34th in 18:26, advanced as individuals. Wabash won the title with 32 points, and Warsaw (38), Culver Academy (104), Plymouth (116) and Columbia City (134) also advanced. Rochester had 218 points. Wabash ended Warsaw’s run of 15 consecutive sectional titles. Javier was fourth and DuBois 10th among individuals on non-advancing teams. Other Rochester times included Tyson Wachtmann, who was 47th in 18:59; Lucas Scorsone, who was 55th in 20:02; Caden Biernacki, who was 57th in 20:08; Tommy Schwenk, who was 67th in 22:44; and Parker Smith, who was 74th in 23:44. Football Kale Shotts led Rochester with 19 carries for 95 yards, and Mitchell Clark scored a touchdown on a quarterback sneak for the second straight week, but the Rochester football team lost to No. 9 Class 3A Maconaquah 49-6 Friday, Oct. 16. Left guard Derek Wortley hobbled off after reinjuring his ankle, and left tackle-defensive end Owen Lett needed to be helped off the field with what coach Isaac Shaffer called an ankle injury. Maconaquah finished the regular season 9-0 overall and 7-0 in the Three Rivers Conference. Rochester dropped to 4-5, 3-4 TRC going into this Friday’s, Oct. 23, sectional quarterfinal at home against Lakeland. The Zebras finished in a tie for fifth out of nine teams in the TRC.
SKELETONS — Skeletons are shown in a yard along Third Street in Rochester. Photo by Leah Sander.
SPIDERS — Inflatable spiders and ghosts are at a home along 12th Street in Rochester. Photo by Leah Sander.
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