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READY TO ROLL OUT — Shown are employees of Warsaw Community Schools Transportation. From left are Katie Ault, Cindy Shuler, Tamara Roller, Kathy Lee, Ty Gabraith, Candi Bibler, Glyn Patrick, Dee Stavedahl, Payton Ryan and Dave Simmons. Photo by Abby Oliver.
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By ABBY OLIVER Staff Writer As students head back to school, transportation officials say parents, students, bus drivers and other motorists all play a role in bus safety. Phil Huffman, a bus router with Warsaw Community Schools Transportation, said one of the biggest reminders is simple: “No horseplay.” Parents need to make sure younger children are aware of their surroundings and ready to board when the bus arrives. Students should not approach the bus until it has come to a complete stop, its lights are activated and the door has opened. Bus driver training plays a key role in student safety. An on-staff trainer works with new drivers, reviewing the parts of the bus, stopping procedures, safe loading and unloading practices, and how to remain aware of their surroundings. After the initial training, drivers complete additional instruction with a state trainer and must pass a certification test demonstrating their ability to drive, inspect and maneuver the bus. Drivers also must pass a physical examination. “You can’t curb your tires in the training, or you will automatically fail,” Huffman said. Once on the road, drivers check their mirrors and make sure no one has moved to the front, back, sides or underneath the bus. “You’ve gotta watch where everybody’s heading on group stops,” Huffman said. “You want to make sure everyone’s safe before you take off.” Huffman said buses require wider turns because of their length. If another vehicle pulls past the white line or stop sign, the bus driver must wait until it moves before making the turn.
Another challenge comes from other motorists. “We get a lot of stop-arm violations,” Huffman said. The yellow lights on a bus warn other drivers the bus is preparing to stop. The red lights and extended stop arm signal that motorists must stop. “We get people who try to speed up and beat the bus to the stop,” Huffman said. “To me, if that arm is coming out ... you’ve just blown a stop sign, technically.” Railroad crossings also present hazards. School bus drivers must stop at every crossing, even if it appears abandoned. Huffman said many motorists forget about that requirement, especially on highways such as US 30. “I really think there needs to be a bigger section in the state driver’s ed portion for younger people learning to be aware of buses,” Huffman said. “It’s talked about, but it’s never a big question area in the driver’s ed test.” He pointed to East Center Street near Papa John’s as a common location for violations. Because it is an undivided four-lane road, all vehicles in both directions must stop when a bus has its red lights flashing and stop arm extended. On divided highways, vehicles traveling in the opposite direction are not required to stop. “Sit out there at Papa John’s ... and see how many you get,” Huffman said. “They’re constantly calling them in on the radio; three, four, five cars pass.” Tom Craig, transportation specialist for Tippecanoe Valley School Corp., said one of the biggest concerns he sees is motorists not paying attention around school buses. “When you see a yellow bus, be prepared to stop,” Craig said. Technology also helps keep students safe. Craig said buses are equipped with two exterior cameras “specifically set to stop stop-arm runners,” along with five interior cameras. Continued on page 3
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Nappanee native starts college on a golf scholarship By LAURIE LECHLITNER Staff Writer Sophie Richmond, Nappanee, is the youngest child of Todd and Sue Ann Richmond and is a remarkable young woman. Growing up, one of her best pals was her nephew because the two were about the same age. She has two older sisters and an older brother. This fall, she’ll begin attending Marian University in Indianapolis on a golf scholarship. In 2024, Richmond received the College Board First-Generation Award. “Although I also have a sister who has gone to college, I am the first generation in our family to pursue a four-year degree in biology.” In 2025, Richmond received the College Board National First-Generation Recognition Program Award and Small-Town Recognition Award. “The College Board looked at my PSAT scores, my academic standing and my community involvement.” Richmond graduated from NorthWood High School with a 3.99 GPA. “I had a 4.0 GPA until the second trimester of calculus. I missed 3 1/2 weeks of school
due to mono and dropped to an A-minus in the course.” Richmond also received two academic scholarships. She earned the Community Foundation of Elkhart County’s John G. Blakely Scholarship for Mathematical Excellence and NorthWood’s Brad Hollar Memorial Scholarship. “I’m looking forward to playing on the golf team at Marian this coming year. I’ve met the other girls on the team and really like them. To me, playing on a team will be a slightly different focus. In tournaments, I primarily compete on an individual basis. Playing on a team, I’ll shift my focus. I’ll want to play well because it will not only benefit me but also my teammates.” She remembers getting an early start in golf. “I was 4 years old when I began to swing my own club. When I was 8, I began playing in tournaments. Right now, I spend my summers teaching golf at McCormick Creek in Nappanee.” She is the lead instructor, and her students range in age from elementary school children to adults. “I’m involved in nine tournaments this summer, so the days I’m available to teach vary. I generally instruct students on
Fridays. Golf is a pattern sport. I’ll watch my students and spot a mistake in their game. Then I’ll try to remember how I overcame that weakness in my own game.” Richmond is looking forward to making new friends when she goes to college this fall. “I grew up in Nappanee and have known some of my classmates most of our lives. Being in college will give me a chance to connect with people I have never met before. It will be an entirely new environment.” After majoring in biology with a pre-optometry concentration, she hopes to become an optometrist. She has also always had a special place in her heart for children. “At my home church, Nappanee Missionary Church, my grandparents, Tom and Terry Richmond, were mission trip coordinators for many years. So I’ve had the opportunity to visit the Baby Center in Kenya and the Dominican Republic. I love working with kids. We worked with infant and toddler orphans in Kenya, and I noticed how people-oriented the Africans are. We also conducted a vacation Bible school program in the Dominican Republic. I loved the home visits we made there and getting to know the people. I have a passion for investing in others.”
LITTLE FRIEND — Sophie Richmond, Nappanee, holds a child at the Kenya Baby Center during a mission trip to Africa. Richmond, who enjoys working with children, gives golf lessons during the summer at McCormick Creek in Nappanee. She will begin her college career this fall at Marian University in Indianapolis on a golf scholarship. Photo provided by Sophie Richmond.
Lake City Bank salutes its summer 2026 class of interns Lake City Bank has announced its summer 2026 intern class, made up of 22 students from some of Indiana’s top colleges and universities. This year’s intern class includes five students returning for another summer at Lake City Bank. Interns work in areas across the bank to gain real-world experience and explore careers in financial services. The 2026 class of interns also completed group analyses of three of the bank’s Strategic Initiatives, providing valuable insights from their perspective on the bank’s website, digital banking platform and personal checking products. “We’re very proud of this year’s internship class. While the group was only with us for the summer, their impact was real and we benefited from their work here. Each intern was part of a team that presented their perspectives on three of our 2026 Strategic Initiatives, and they provided valuable feedback that we will incorporate into our efforts going forward,” commented David M. Findlay, Chairman and CEO. Following is a list of the interns and a little bit about each of them. Rebecca Yarian, Wealth Advisory Group intern, is a senior at Trine University, majoring in finance and
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SEASON OF LEARNING — Pictured is the summer 2026 class of interns at Lake City Bank. In front from left are Rebecca Yarian, Omar Rodriguez, Lily Waters, Maya Ballinger, Camille Short, Reese Burton and Titus Taylor. In the middle are Elizabeth Vander Bie, David Mendoza, Zane pursuing a master’s degree in business analytics. Omar Rodriguez, loan review intern, is a senior at Indiana University South Bend, majoring in finance. Lily Waters, retail banker intern, is a senior at Purdue University Fort Wayne, majoring in finance and money and banking, while minoring in economics. She is returning for her fourth summer at Lake City Bank. Maya Ballinger, commercial loan operations Intern, is a junior at
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Trine University, majoring in business administration while minoring in pre-law. She is returning for her second summer at Lake City Bank. Camille Short, compliance intern, is a junior at Grace College, majoring in finance and accounting. Reese Burton, credit intern, is junior at Indiana University, majoring in finance and business analytics. Titus Taylor, finance intern, is a junior at Indiana University, majoring in finance and business analytics, while minoring in Spanish. He is returning for his second summer at Lake City Bank. Elizabeth Vander Bie, business analyst intern, is a junior at Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business, majoring in information systems and marketing, while minoring in Spanish. David Mendoza, deposit operations intern, is a senior at Grace College, majoring in finance. Zane Wort, retail banker intern, is a sophomore at Bethel Univer-
Wort, Caleb Michaels, Eli Platt, Isaac Enciso and Nolan Roeske. In back are Dylan Clements, Dylan Neese, Miguel Mayorga, Jonathan (Johnny) Stewart, Brennan Cain, Landen Kessler, Donovan Blair and Weston DeLong. Photo provided by Lake City Bank. sity, majoring in accounting and financial services. Caleb Michaels, retail banker intern, is a senior at Purdue University, majoring in finance. Eli Platt, corporate and institutional services intern, is a senior at Manchester University, majoring in accounting and finance. Isaac Enciso, retail banker intern, is a sophomore at Goshen College, majoring in accounting. Nolan Roeske, internal audit intern, is a junior at Grace College, majoring in accounting. Dylan Clements, retail banker Intern, is a sophomore at Ball State University, majoring in finance. While this is Dylan’s first year as an intern, he was previously a coop student at Lake City Bank’s Elkhart High School Branch. Dylan Neese, PC technician intern, is a senior at Huntington University, majoring in computer science, while minoring in data analytics. He is returning for his third summer at Lake City Bank. Miguel Mayorga, commercial
administration intern, is a junior at Ball State University’s Miller College of Business, majoring in finance and economics. Jonathan (Johnny) Stewart, marketing intern, is a senior at Taylor University, majoring in marketing and management, while minoring in psychology and innovation and entrepreneurship. Brennan Cain, retail banker intern, is a senior at Taylor University, majoring in finance. Landen Kessler, credit intern, is a sophomore at Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business, majoring in finance with a concentration in wealth management. He is returning for his second summer at Lake City Bank. Donovan Blair, retail banker intern, is a junior at Indiana University, majoring in finance and professional sales. Weston DeLong, information security intern, is a junior at Indiana University, majoring in informatics, while minoring in entrepreneurship.
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Wagon Wheel receives community experiences grant Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts has received the first grant awarded through the Community Experiences Program, receiving $250,000 to support facility improvements and expanded community programming. The program, administered through the Orthopedic Industry Retention Initiative, provides funding for projects that enhance quality of life and expand community experiences throughout Kosciusko County. Grants may cover up to 20% of a project’s startup costs. The grant will fund several capital improvements at Wagon Wheel, including renovations to the theater lobby and restrooms, replacement of the theater’s sound system and upgrades to the Conservatory facility. The improvements are expected to expand programming opportunities, including the return of a concert series, growth of the Artist-in-Residence program, full implementation of Broadway 360
COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE GRANT — Members of the OrthoWorx Board of Directors and team present a check to representatives of the Arts and Culture fund and now from our home in the Orthopedic Capital of the World,” said Wagon Wheel Development Coordinator Carrie Vrabel. “This grant marks
and the launch of a voice instruction program through the Conservatory. “We are deeply grateful for support from the state’s READI
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IMPROVING THE ENVIRONMENT — Kosciusko REMC will be awarding EnviroWatts grants to nonprofit organizations that are focused on improving the local environment. Photo provided by Kosciusko REMC.
Kosciusko REMC accepting applications for EnviroWatts grants Kosciusko REMC is opening grant applications for the EnviroWatts program, a program designed to benefit nonprofit organizations focused on improving the environment locally in Kosciusko County and the surrounding area. This year, Kosciusko REMC will be awarding a total of $3,600 in grants. The grant program is made possible through partnership with Wabash Valley Power Alliance and by Kosciusko REMC members who choose to participate and donate 1 cent for each kilowatt-hour they use, up to a max of $7.50 per month. The kilowatt-hours purchased with the money is guaranteed to be generated from a renewable, environmentally friendly source, as well as going into the grant fund to give back to the local community for environmental projects. Members can easily choose to participate in the program by calling Kosciusko REMC’s office or visiting kremc.com/envirowatts online. Local nonprofits applying for the grant must present a project that accomplishes one of the following: develops renewable energy source and resources, reduces energy use, improves water quality of rivers, streams
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Food Bank sets mobile food distributions for August The Food Bank of Northern Indiana has set mobile food distributions for the month of August. Some distributions in the area include: Kosciusko County • 10-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, First Baptist Church, 206 S. Oak St., Mentone. This distribution is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and will serve 150 households. Elkhart County • 10-11:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 21, New Paris Missionary Church, 67621 SR 15, New Paris. This distribution is sponsored by Costco and will serve 150 households. Assorted food items are offered free of charge to those in need
of food assistance. All items are pre-boxed and pre-bagged and are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. There is a limit of one box or bag per household. Distributions are drive-thru. Recipients are asked to remain in their vehicles and open their trunks to receive the items. An area will be available for self-loading if your trunk does not open. Organizations sponsoring August distributions in the region include Citizens Concerned for the Homeless, Costco, CVS, Kroger, Pokagon Band of Potawatomi, Starke County Health Department, St. Joseph Health System and the USDA.
Lake City Bank awards $25,000 in scholarships to Elkhart students Lake City Bank, in partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis, recently announced $25,000 awarded in scholarships to 24 students at Elkhart High School through the Money Masters scholarship program at the end of the 2025-2026 school year. The initiative is designed to promote financial literacy and empower the next generation with essential money management skills, according to a news release from Lake City Bank. Lake City Bank team members led curriculum across two days, sharing key personal finance concepts such as budgeting, saving, credit, identity protection and investing to help students prepare for life beyond high school. Students wrote essays describing how the skills will support their future goals and 24 were chosen to receive scholarships. In total, 59 students completed the program. “Lake City Bank is committed to strengthening the communities we serve by investing in education and empowering young people with
financial knowledge,” said Stephanie R. Leniski, executive vice president, chief retail banking officer. “We offer a variety of financial literacy programs for students that our bankers lead and partnering with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis is an impactful extension of our programs. Bringing the Money Masters program to Elkhart High School builds on our strong relationship with the school, where we proudly operate a full-service branch throughout the school year.” “Our students thoroughly enjoyed the financial literacy presentations provided by Lake City Bank, which offered practical advice for our seniors as they prepare for their post-secondary paths,” said Phil Shults, executive principal, Elkhart High School. “Seeing 24 of our students earn these scholarships to help fuel their dreams is wonderful. These awards give each of them a great jump start toward achieving their goals, and we are deeply grateful to the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis
and Lake City Bank for investing so generously in our students’ futures.” Funding for the scholarships is made possible through Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis, whose support helps local financial institutions deliver community development initiatives. The collaboration underscores a shared commitment to education, opportunity and long-term economic stability, according to the news release. “Fiscal health is just as critical as physical health, and that’s why FHLBank Indianapolis has stepped forward to help educate the next generations in our district,” said MaryBeth Wott, senior vice president, community investment and strategic planning officer, Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis. “Support from our members is a critical component of the Money Masters program, and Lake City Bank is among those who have embraced our efforts. We’re proud to partner with them as leaders in teaching financial principles and skills.”
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Kosciusko foundation welcomes three new staff members The Kosciusko County Community Foundation is welcoming three new professionals to its growing team as the organization continues to expand its impact throughout the community, according to a news release from the foundation. Joining the Community Foundation are Elisa Wise, program assistant; Heather Reichenbach, vice president of community engagement; and Jadelynn Calvert, donor services coordinator. Thee additions come during a period of significant growth for the community foundation. In recent years, the organization has experienced substantial increases in the number of charitable funds it manages, the donors it serves, and the grants and scholarships it administers each year. As community needs continue to evolve and philanthropy grows across Kosciusko County, the new team members will help strengthen the foundation’s abil-
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ity to serve donors, nonprofits, students and the community for years to come, according to the news release. “We are thrilled to welcome Elisa, Heather and Jadelynn to
the community foundation team,” said Stephanie Overbey, chief executive officer. “Each brings exceptional talent, experience and a genuine passion for serving others. Their unique strengths
will enhance our ability to build meaningful relationships, provide outstanding service to our donors and fund holders, and expand the impact we make together throughout Kosciusko County.
We are confident they will be tremendous assets to our organization and our community.” Wise will support the foundation’s grant-making and scholarship programs, helping ensure efficient administration and excellent service for applicants, volunteers and community partners, according to the news release. Reichenbach will lead community engagement efforts, strengthening relationships with donors, nonprofits and community partners while advancing the foundation’s strategic initiatives. Calvert will provide donor services and administrative support, helping create a seamless and meaningful experience for the foundation’s growing number of donors and fund holders, the news release said. To learn more about the Kosciusko County Community Foundation, its staff, and the many ways it serves the community, visit kcfoundation.org.
Kosciusko foundation honors local financial adviser The Kosciusko County Community Foundation recently recognized Tyler Ostrom with the 2026 Investment Advisory Award for his service to charitably minded clients and the community, according to a news release from the foundation. Ostrom, a principal and financial adviser with SYM Financial, was honored for helping a donor couple navigate the complexities of a business sale while incorporating their charitable goals into their financial planning. Throughout the pro-
cess, he protected the clients’ privacy while helping them maximize the impact of their philanthropy, the news release said. “Financial advisers play a powerful role in helping individuals and families turn their values into lasting community impact,” said Stephanie Overbey, chief executive officer at the foundation. “Tyler exemplifies that role through his integrity, expertise and genuine commitment to helping his clients achieve their charitable goals.
We are grateful for the difference he makes for his clients and for Kosciusko County.” A Warsaw Community High School graduate, Ostrom earned an undergraduate degree in accounting and finance, and an Master in Business Administration from Ball State University. He is both a certified public accountant and a certified financial planner. He also serves as treasurer of Cardinal Services’ board of directors and is a mentor to young people considering entering the finance profession.
New doctor joins Goshen Physicians Goshen Physicians has welcomed family medicine physician Christina Dukehart, D.O., to Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Nappanee, according to a news release from Goshen Health. Dukehart provides care for patients of all ages, from newborns to older adults, and is currently welcoming new patients. Her clinical interests include preventive care, women’s health, obstetric care, pediatrics, sports medicine, addiction medicine and chronic disease management. She also provides osteopathic manipulative treatment and performs a variety of in-office procedures. A Goshen College graduate, Dukehart earned a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine and a Master of Public Health from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her family medicine residency at Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Cen-
DR. CHRISTINA DUKEHART ter in Milwaukee. As an osteopathic physician, Dukehart emphasizes treating the whole person rather than focusing solely on symptoms. She has additional training in cranial osteopathic manipulative treat-
ment, a gentle hands-on technique that may help patients experiencing headaches, dizziness and certain breastfeeding-related concerns. “We are excited to welcome Dr. Dukehart to our family medicine team,” said Randy Christophel, president and chief executive officer of Goshen Health. “As a Goshen College graduate, she understands this community and brings a strong commitment to serving patients and families. Her broad scope of practice and patient-centered approach will help us continue meeting the healthcare needs of our communities.” When she’s not caring for patients, Dukehart enjoys spending time with her family and cat, attending sporting events, watching musicals and Broadway performances and going to comedy shows.
UW-Whitewater student-athletes named to WIAC Scholastic Honor Roll More than 400 student-athletes from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater earned spots on the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference’s Scholastic Honor Roll for the 2025-26 academic year. The following local student-athletes earned the honor: • Kade Sainz, of Goshen, is majoring in general business (BBA) and is a member of the football team.
• Abigail Weaver, of Wakarusa, is majoring in management and is a member of the women’s tennis team. In addition, UW-Whitewater earned the WIAC All-Academic Award. To earn the award, an institution must have a student-athlete grade-point average equal to or greater than the overall student body’s gradepoint average. All eight WIAC schools earned the award for
the fifth time. Students must have earned a 3.0 grade-point average or better on a 4.0 scale to be recognized.
INVESTMENT ADVISORY AWARD — Pictured are Stephanie Overbey, chief executive officer of the Kosciusko County Community Foundation, left, and Tyler Ostrom, who received the foundation’s 2026 Investment Advisory Award. Photo provided by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.
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EntErtainmEnt Entertainment planned during Pierceton’s Heirloom Tomato Festival A great variety of entertainment is planned for the 19th annual Heirloom Tomato Festival located in Pierceton this August. The festival will be held in downtown Pierceton in Brower Park and the Old Train Depot on Saturday, Aug. 22, according to a news release from the Pierceton Chamber of Commerce. Many groups of entertainers will be performing during the day. On the main stage, Bluegrass band Cumberland Gap from Muncie will be performing from 10-11 a.m. and also from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Acoustic Duo Mikey and Katie will perform from 1:30-2:15 p.m. and from 2:45-4 p.m. Entertainers performing on Market Street near the Old Train Depot will be Class Act Dance Troupe at 11 a.m. and Belles & Beaus Square Dance Club at 1 p.m., and the Whitko High School Band will play patriotic songs beginning at 2:15 p.m. “Mrs. Kate” (Kate Carpenter) will perform interactive children’s songs in the Pavilion in Brower Park. Show times will be 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tag Art performers will be portraying historical figures George Washington and Uncle Sam throughout the day in Brower Park. Also performing throughout the day in the park will be professional harpist Anna Hagen. Educational programs are planned as well. Ethan More will be giving a presentation about “Exotic Tomatoes” at 10:45 a.m., and Daniel Kurdziel will give a presentation concerning “Unique Historical Bridges in Indiana” at 12:30 p.m. Both presentations will be in the Speakers Tent located in Brower Park. Local historian Joan Hostettler will again be leading a historical walking tour of downtown
Pierceton. Those going on the walk should meet at the information booth in Brower Park at 11 a.m. for the tour. For more information on the
festival, visit the Pierceton Chamber online at piercetonchamber.com or follow the organization on Facebook.com at Heirloom Tomato Festival.
HARP MUSIC — Professional harpist Anna Hagen will perform throughout the day during the Heirloom Tomato Festival in Pierceton on Saturday, Aug. 22. Photo provided by the Pierceton Chamber of Commerce.
Touch a Truck Aug. 13 in Nappanee Touch a Truck, a free community event, will be held from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13, at the downtown pavilion. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore a variety of vehicles,
including fire trucks, police vehicles and equipment from the water, street and parks departments. For more information or updates, visit the Nappanee Parks’ Facebook page.
Nappanee pool closing for season Aug. 15 The Nappanee pool will close for the season Saturday, Aug. 15. Public swimming hours are
2-7 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. The pool is located at 754 Stauffer Park, Nappanee.
Gordon Center partners with Language Matters to host free business courses Gordon Center partners with Language Matters to offer free Spanish business courses Grace College’s Gordon Center for Enterprise Development has partnered with Language Matters and the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce to offer free business courses in Spanish for local business owners. The initiative combines the strengths of the three organizations to help Kosciusko County businesses grow while equipping owners with practical management skills. The current course series, “Taking
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Control of Your Business’s Finances,” meets from 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, at the Manahan Orthopedic Capital Center. The classes are free for chamber members. “Serving our community by offering practical, growth-focused education for local businesses is a core pillar of the Gordon Center,” said Glenn Grossman, director of the Gordon Center. “Through partnerships with the Chamber of Commerce and Language Matters, the Gordon Center extends its impact and helps drive meaningful, sustainable change.” Grossman and Dr. Rick Koontz, Grace professor of management, are volunteering their time to teach the courses, while representatives from Language Matters provide live Spanish translation. The idea for the program grew out of research conducted by Lucas Fonseca, founder of Language Matters and a Grace College alumnus, in partnership with the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce. Focus groups and surveys of local business owners identified the business education topics most needed in the community, and the curriculum was developed to address those needs. “I hope business owners leave the course with a stronger sense of ownership over their business finances,empowering them to plan for the future with greater accuracy and confidence,” Fonseca said. Fonseca launched Language Matters while attending Grace College. His work has earned recognition in Marquis Who’s Who, a place on the shortlist for Forbes’ 30 Under 30 and the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities Young Alumni of the Year award. “Grace has been such a vital support throughout my company’s history, and being able to bring the Kosciusko Chamber, Grace, and Language Matters into this initiative together is pretty awesome,” Fonseca said. “This isn’t the first time we’ve partnered with Grace
BUSINESS CLASSES — Grace College’s Gordon Center for Enterprise Development is partnering with Language Matters and the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce to provide courses for local business owners in Spanish. Photo provided by Grace College. to meet real, tangible needs in our community, and it won’t be the last.” Spanish-speaking business owners and entrepreneurs can be re-
ferred to the program or sign up for notifications about future courses by completing an online registration form.
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Community invited to 25th anniversary 9/11 Memorial The 9/11 Memorial Remembrance Committee, supported by the ML Community Impact Alliance, will host a special 25th Anniversary 9/11 Memorial Parade and Community Memorial Service Friday, Sept. 11, honoring those who lost their lives, recognizing the heroes who answered the call and reflecting on the unity, resilience and enduring spirit that emerged in the days that followed. The evening’s keynote speaker will be Mark Eaton, executive director of the Eaton Leadership Foundation. For more than four decades, Eaton has dedicated his career to leadership development, executive coaching, mentoring and nonprofit service. Through the foundation, he develops leaders of character, integrity and purpose while strengthening individuals, organizations, and communities around the nation. His message will focus on leadership, hope, service and the enduring strength of the American people. Eaton also manages multiaward-winning artist Susie McEntire. The evening will begin with the 9/11 Memorial Parade stepping off at 6:30 p.m. from Boggs Industrial Park and traveling along Center Street to Indiana Street before concluding at Central Park in downtown Warsaw. Participants should begin lining up at 5:30 p.m., with parade registration in-
formation available soon on the Kosciusko County Freedom Fest Facebook page. As the nation commemorates America 250 and the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, this memorial reminds all people that America’s story is defined not only by its founding but also by the moments that have tested American’s resolve. The attacks of Sept. 11 forever changed the nation, yet it also revealed the courage, compassion, unity and patriotism that continue to define the American spirit. As the nation celebrates 250 years of freedom, remembering the sacrifices and lessons of Sept. 11 helps preserve an important chapter of America’s story for future generations. Firefighters, law enforcement officers, emergency medical personnel, dispatchers, veterans, active-duty military personnel, Gold Star families, civic organizations, businesses, churches, schools, youth organizations and community members are encouraged to participate or attend as the nearly 3,000 innocent victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks are remembered and honor the courage and sacrifice of those who answered the call. Immediately following the parade, a brief community memorial service will begin at approximately 7:15 p.m. at Central
Park. Designed to be meaningful and respectful, the program will provide an opportunity for reflection without an extended outdoor ceremony. It is intended as a community observance - not a worship service - and welcomes people of all backgrounds. The memorial service will feature the Presentation of the Colors, patriotic music, a moment of silence, community participation and Mark Eaton’s keynote address. Before and after the memorial service, everyone is invited to America’s Picnic at Central Park, where complimentary hot dogs will be served. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and enjoy fellowship with friends and neighbors as the memory of Sept. 11 is honored, while celebrating the freedoms and values that unite the nation. America has always been strongest when its citizens care for one another. Restore the patriotic spirit of Sept. 12, 2001, by serving neighbors and building stronger communities for future generations. This Sept. 12, the community is invited to renew that spirit by making it a Day of Service. Mow a neighbor’s lawn, deliver groceries, visit a veteran, or simply stop by for a conversation with someone who could use a friend. Small acts of kindness strengthen communities and remind peo-
MARK EATON, 9/11 MEMORIAL KEYNOTE SPEAKER ple of what unites Americans. The event is free and open to the public. Donations to help support the memorial ceremony and America’s Picnic are welcome. For more information, parade registration, or support, contact info@kcfreedomfest.org.
Cruise-In for KBOR Children’s Charities to support kids By ABBY OLIVER Staff Writer The Kosciusko Board of Realtors’ sixth annual Cruise-In for KBOR Children’s Charities will be 5-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, in downtown Warsaw. KBOR and Main Street Warsaw will partner for the fourth year to present a combination car show and Third Friday in downtown Warsaw. The event will feature live music and food and drink vendors. Participation in the Cruise-In is free, and those interested are encouraged to arrive early to register and secure a parking spot. Visitors may purchase $1 People’s Choice tickets to vote for their favorite car. People’s Choice tickets will be sold and goodwill donations accepted at the KBOR tent. Cash only. Proceeds from the KBOR side of the
event will benefit KBOR Children’s Charities programs, including Back-to-School Backpacks, Boots for Scholars and the Kosciusko Board of Realtors Scholarship Program. KBOR has an annual partnership with Combined Community Services to provide local children with Back-to-School Backpacks filled with needed school supplies. As many as 35 Kosciusko County students have received backpacks to help prepare them for the start of school. KBOR also partners with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Indiana to provide local children with boots and shoes. The KBOR Scholarship Program awards three scholarships and the 10th annual “Spirit of the Heart” Award to eligible local high school and college students. Those interested in sponsoring the Cruise-In for KBOR Children’s Charities may email info@kbor.com.
TA L K I N G CARS — Dave Zimmerman, left, and Bryan Sherwin discuss a 1971 Ford Torino GT at the 2025 KBOR Car Show. Photo by Deb Patterson.
DUSTING ‘HOPE’ — Cancer survivor Cheryl Lacheta dusts off “Hope,” her 1960 Nash Metropolitan at the 2025 KBOR Car Show. Photo by Deb Patterson.
ARRIVING AT THE SHOW — A DeSoto Fireflite rolls into the 2025 Kosciusko Board of Realtors Car Show. Photo by Deb Patterson.
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Nancy L. Coy Former News Correspondent Nancy L. Coy, 79, Syracuse, passed away peacefully Monday, Aug. 3, 2026, at The Waters of Syracuse. Born Jan. 16, 1947, in Goshen, she was the daughter of Robert and Treva (Culp) Plank. She grew up in the Syracuse area and graduated from Syracuse High School in 1965. It was NANCY L. COY not long after her graduation that she married Richard “Dick” Coy on Dec. 23, 1966. Together, they built a life anchored in love, raising their family and supporting their community in countless ways. Throughout her life, Nancy embraced many roles with dedication and grace. She previously worked as a correspondent for The Goshen News, sharing stories from the community she cherished. Later, she served as a receptionist for The Papers Inc. in Milford. She also enjoyed her role as a homemaker. Faith was central to Nancy’s life. She was an active member of several congregations throughout her life, including Syracuse Church of God, Westfield Wesleyan Church and Syracuse Baptist Church. She loved going to church, and her passion for music found special expression through her piano playing, both at home and during church services. She also enjoyed gardening. Nancy is survived by her children, Robert (Melissa) Coy and Russell Coy; daughter-in-law, Dawn Coy; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; sister, Jan (Corky) Wagner; stepgrandchildren and stepgreat-grandchildren; and extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Dick; her son, Rick Coy Jr.; and her brother, Larry Plank. Titus Funeral Home of Syracuse handled arrangements. Visitation was held from 10 a.m. to noon Friday, Aug. 7, at the funeral home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse. The funeral service followed at noon. Her family kindly requests memorial donations be made to Teen Parents Succeeding, 604 S. Poplar Drive, Syracuse, IN 46567. To leave online condolences, visit TitusFuneralHome.com.
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Kim DeVore, 72, Warsaw, died Monday, Aug. 3, 2026, at Miller’s Merry Manor of Warsaw. Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw.
Larry Elliott
Larry Elliott, 81, Sechrist Lake, died Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026, at Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital. Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home of North Webster.
Brian Gambill
Brian Gambill, 35, Claypool, died Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026. Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw.
Flora Hughes
Flora “Alice” Hughes, 83, Syracuse, died Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026, in Elkhart. Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw.
Joseph Mendenhall
Joseph “James” Mendenhall, 80, Summerville, S.C., formerly of Warsaw, died Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026. Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw.
Ellis Lynn Crist
Nolan and Susan Crist are the parents of a son, Ellis Lynn, born at 4:29 p.m. July 31, 2026, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 9 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.
Lara Maudine Slabaugh
Dale and Lily (Troyer) Slabaugh, Bourbon, are the parents of a daughter, Lara Maudine, born at 6:02 p.m. July 31, 2026. She weighed 6 pounds, 9 ounces.
Jefferson Neal Boggs
Jordan and Tierney (Edon) Boggs, Warsaw, are the parents of a son, Jefferson Neal, born at 8:52 p.m. Aug. 1, 2026. He weighed 8 pounds, 9 ounces.
Makayla Joelle Ramer
Joni and Norma Jean (Martin) Ramer, Wakarusa, are the parents of a daughter, Makayla Joelle, born at 11:01 p.m. Aug. 3, 2026. She weighed 9 pounds, 10 ounces.
Hezekiah Jude Yutzy
Jared and Amanda (Borkholder) Yutzy, Nappanee, are the parents of a son, Hezekiah Jude, born at 7:12 a.m. Aug. 4, 2026, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 8 pounds and was 19 3/4 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Mark and Sara Borkholder. Paternal grandparents are Atlee and Susan Yutzy.
Adriel Maximilian Villegas Roman
Yaira Roman and Jose C. Villegas Castillo, Goshen, are the parents of a son, Adriel Maximilian, born at 9:49 a.m. Aug. 4, 2026, at Goshen Hospital. He weighed 8 pounds, 0.7 ounces, and was 21 inches long.
MaryLou Martin
Lavern and Jolinda (Martin) Martin, Goshen, are the parents of a daughter, MaryLou, born at 9:50 p.m. Aug. 5, 2026, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Alec Benjamin Martin
Cameron and Larisa (Shaum) Martin, Goshen, are the parents of a son, Alec Benjamin, born at 1 a.m. Aug. 6, 2026, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 10 pounds, 13.5 ounces, and was 21 inches long. Alec joins four siblings: Emily, Kaden, Terrill and Grant.
Ella Grace Miller
Isaac and Adrianna (Chupp) Miller, Milford, are the parents of a daughter, Ella Grace, born at 4:16 a.m. Aug. 6, 2026, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. She weighed 7 pounds, 9.5 ounces, and was 20 inches long. Ella joins three siblings: Alisa, Savanna and Jayna.
Kosciusko Habitat for Humanity taking homeownership applications Habitat for Humanity of Kosciusko County is seeking applicants for its homeownership program. “Even if you don’t think you qualify for Habitat’s program, please check anyways. A lot of people never apply because they think their income is too high or they don’t understand the program,” said Ben Logan, director of the local Habitat for Humanity affiliate, in a news release. “Don’t assume that you don’t qualify - let us determine that.” Those who wants to apply for Habitat’s homeownership program can visit kosciuskohabitat.org/apply online. They can print out an application or submit the application and documents electronically. They can also pick up a paper application at the Habitat ReStore, 3970 Corridor Drive, Warsaw, between
the hours of 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. All applications and required documents must be submitted by 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 4. Applicants must also schedule an application appointment to meet with Habitat staff by the Sept. 4 deadline. Appointments can be made by calling (574) 269-4104, ext. 3, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Monday through Friday. A complete, detailed application guide is available for free on Habitat’s website at kosciuskohabitat.org/apply. For more information about Habitat for Humanity of Kosciusko County, visit kosciuskohabitat. org online or follow the organization on Facebook (@kosciuskohabitat).
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County RepoRt Court News Small Claims
The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Hollar Dental Group v. Marqueta Arnett, $1,508.84; v. Jaime Wallace, $1,252.95 Warsaw Health System LLC, d/b/a Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Seth Biltz, $587; v. Cara Fifersee, $5,668.45; v. Yorgenis Moreno Capote, $2,559.20; v. Mark Mummert, $1,244.01; v. Jose Rangel, $1,285.07; v. Kelly Read, $2,191.81 Total Recovery Services Inc. v. Ellen Elizabeth Davenport, $4,281.52; v. Michael L. Howell, $4,435.02 Aegis Dental Group Warsaw PC v. Kimberly Rodriguez, $997.35
Civil Collections
The following civil collections have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Christopher D. Kehler presiding: LVNV Funding LLC v. Jessica Arce, $1,113.73; v. Tilynna Berg, $2,004.07; v. Elizabeth Brough, $1,380.52; v. Shawn Davis, $6,543.50; v. Joshua Green, $2,753.36; v. Sandra Gunnels, $727.98; v. Chad Howe, $810.19; v. Jeremy Olmstead, $1,218.98; v. Michael Shelpman, $3,881.98 Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v. Matthew Batey, $827.10; v. Michele M. Mahler, $4,055.30 Carrington Mortgage Services LLC v. Kalieb and Stacey L. Beers, $267,497.20 Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Ebony Bond, $3,797.16; v. Jennifer Cochran, $1,043.06; v. Chad Earley, $890.67; v. Heather Halvorsen, $969.53; v. Rolonda Holcomb, $1,736.75; v. Gwenneth I. Long, $7,215.41; v. Kristina Lyons, $2,423.77; v. Britaini Stanley, $1,964.45 Velocity Investments LLC v. Andrea Compson, $3,004.80; v. Jeanna Wise, $3,754.93 One Main Financial Group LLC v. Angelica C. Heishman, $4,919.77 Cavalry SPV I LLC v. Tammy Howard, $3,407.30 Kitch Acceptance Corp. v. Raven L. Loubert, Joshua D. Ousley, $14,921.19
Jefferson Capital Systems LLC v. Michael Meade, $13,200.67; v. Paul Tolson, $1,651.80 Credit Corp. Solutions Inc. v. Jacey Rasler, $2,824.62 SAC Finance Inc. v. Douglas P. Shuster, $11,705.66 HS Financial Group LLC, a/a/o assignee of Carvana LLC v. Jason Veach, $5,786.08
Evictions
The following evictions have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Darren Carnes v. Tabitha Hall, Denny Owens, $2,920 Frauhiger Realty LLC v. Richard Reynolds, $5,572.70
Malagon Jimenez, Atwood, $189.50 Edwin Olivas-Cuahizo, Warsaw, $189.50 Failure of occupant to use a safety belt - Jerimiah J. Chandler, Pierceton, $25 Passing in a no-passing zone Christopher J. Hale, Warsaw, $164.50 Failure to register, no valid driver’s license - Richard E. Miller, Claypool, $189.50 No valid driver’s license - Lloyd Swick, Warsaw, $164.50 Child restraint system violation Trista M. Fountain, Warsaw, $25
Marriage Mortgage Foreclosures Licenses
The following mortgage foreclosure has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Aurora Financial Group Inc. v. Hal R. Holterman, $219,535.30
Superior Court III
The following fines and costs for infractions have been assessed in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Speeding - Carlos R. Munoz, Warsaw, $164.50; Tyshaun M. Anderson, Warsaw, $164.50; Melissa R. O’Shea, Claypool, $164.50; Julia L. Byrer, Warsaw, $164.50; Sara F. Rivera, Warsaw, $164.50; Elana R. Padilla, Warsaw, $164.50 Holding or using a telecommunications device while operating a moving motor vehicle - Jose A. Malagon, Warsaw, $164.50 Provocation – Alivia A. Humble, Warsaw, $164 Operating with a transferred plate, no proof of ownership - Taryn B. Salvo, Syracuse, $164 Littering - Richard L. Martin Jr., Burket, $239 Disregarding stop sign - Tanya L. Gardner, Cromwell, $164.50 Operating with expired plates - Jamie L. Hurt, Silver Lake, $164; Michael S. Sausaman, Silver Lake, $164 Driving while suspended - Sandra R. Johnson, Leesburg, $189.50; Salomon
The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk of the Court Melissa Boggs:
Mitford-Ziebarth
Brian Andrew Mitford, 58, Alexandria, and Christi Lee Ziebarth, 53, Syracuse
Schuh-Shepherd
Katherine G. Schuh, 38, Mentone, and Paul Eric Shepherd, 42, Mentone
Hobart-Leininger
Aaron Hobart, 37, Warsaw, and Kayla Leininger, 36, Warsaw
Gamber-Adams
Richard C. Gamber, 53, Syracuse, and Angel Dawn Adams, 40, Syracuse
Bishopp-Robinson
Carlye A. Bishopp, 33, Leesburg, and Ryne M. Robinson, 35, Leesburg
Marriage Dissolutions The following couples have filed for a marriage dissolution in Kosciusko Superior Courts I or IV: Himes - Angela Himes, Pierceton, and Albert Himes Jr., Pierceton. They were married Oct. 3, 1998; separated July 10, 2026. No minor child(ren). Goldner - Karissa R. Goldner, Warsaw, and John T. Goldner, Warsaw. They were married June 9, 2018; separated
June 18, 2026. Two minor children. Navarro - Benjamin Navarro, Warsaw, and Mistie Navarro, Winona Lake. They were married July 26, 2025; separated Dec. 23, 2025. No minor child(ren). Kunkle-Cirello - Rhyss Kunkle, Syracuse, and Justin Cirello, Syracuse. They were married Aug. 23, 2025; separated July 25, 2026. No minor child(ren). Mendoza Wynn-Mendoza Esteban - Callie Mendoza Wynn, Warsaw, and Juan Mendoza Esteban, Warsaw. They were married Dec. 13, 2025; separated June 1, 2026. Two minor children.
Grubbs - Isaiah Grubbs, Syracuse, and Sofiya Grubbs, Syracuse. They were married Dec. 31, 2024; separated July 2, 2026. One minor child. Malik-Gomez - Joshua Malik, North Webster, and Daniel Gomez, North Webster. They were married Oct. 31, 2014; separated July 1, 2026. No minor child(ren). Grider - Sky AnnMarie Grider, Warsaw, and Austin Matthew Grider, Mentone. They were married Feb. 16, 2023; separated Jan. 13, 2026. No minor child(ren).
Tools for School event called ‘tremendous success’ Combined Community Services’ recent Tools for School event to kick off the new school year was a “tremendous success,” according to an email from CCS. The 31st annual event was held July 29 at Lakeview Middle School in Warsaw and was open to all students entering kindergarten through 12th grade who attend any school in Kosciusko County. Families received free school supplies, haircuts, shoes and more. Numbers provided by Combined Community Services in the email show the impact the program had: • 552 families served on the day of the event • 1,392 Kosciusko County students served the day of the event • 16 schools had students served the day of the event. Each school received enough supplies to impact 350 students, totaling 5,600 students. • 50 students served after the event through the CCS office • 7,042 Kosciusko County students impacted • 300 Bibles given out by the Gideons • 672 pairs of shoes distributed
• 92 free haircuts provided • 140 children attended the Good News Caboose • 32 children “made decisions to follow Jesus” • 30 community service tables • Estimated 7,300-10,000 articles of clothing given out from Kids Market clothing “None of this would have been possible without the volunteers who gave their time, energy and smiles to serve families throughout the day,” Combined Community Services wrote in the email. “From setting up and checking in families to cutting hair, sorting shoes and encouraging children, every volunteer played an important role in making the event a welcoming experience.” Helping CCS to organize the event and provide supplies and services to children and families were many area businesses, churches, organizations and individual donors. “Your generosity provided far more than backpacks and school supplies - you gave children confidence, hope and a strong start to the school year,” CCS wrote in the email.
Art On The Road: Chihuly, my mother and a lasting tribute By DEEANNA MURASKI Executive Director Operation Read Inc. My mother, Darla McCammon, passed away March 4. For more than 15 years, she and I collaborated on and wrote this column together. She brought a keen talent for drawing and painting, developed under the tutelage of many accomplished artists while living in California. I brought a love for whatever my mother was doing, a profound curiosity and a passion for writing we shared. I am proud that her legacy - and her love of art and animals - continues to live on in our community. But her legacy lives on in more ways than one. I recently learned about a Dale Chihuly exhibit at Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids, Mich. My first instinct, sadly, was, “Oh, mom would love to go.” Although bittersweet, the realization didn’t deter me from arranging a trip with my oldest sister. Because of her work schedule and family commitments, she didn’t have as many opportunities to explore museums with our mother as I did. That made sharing this experience with her feel even more poignant. Interestingly, this was not my first encounter with Chihuly. He is, plain and simple, a glass artist, but there is nothing plain or simple about his work.
My mother had followed his work since he rose to prominence in the 1970s. I had been vaguely exposed to it through art books. That changed in 2010 while we were vacationing in Nashville, Tenn. We had been touring several museums and attractions when we happened upon one of his installations. We didn’t simply happen upon the installation; we nearly stumbled into Chihuly himself. The exhibit wasn’t yet open to the public. Chihuly was quietly directing a team in lowered lighting as they positioned a massive floor installation. I wouldn’t have recognized him, but my mother did immediately. It was an amazing moment we were able to share. Fast forward to July, when I attended “Chihuly: Radiant Forms” at Meijer Gardens. I never tire of seeing his work. In a small way, it takes me back to my grandmother’s house and the glass tchotchkes she kept in the front breezeway windows, sparkling in the sunlight. This exhibit added another fascinating dimension through an impressive display of sketches and instructions Chihuly faxed to his team. Finding the early sketches for his outdoor Venice installation felt like touching greatness. They revealed another layer of his work and the many steps required to transform an idea on paper into a monumental glass sculpture. Several of Chihuly’s large painted renderings were displayed beside the finished pieces, allowing visitors to
OUTDOOR EXHIBIT — An outdoor sculpture is displayed at Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids, Mich. see the transformation from inspiration to completion. Glassblowing is extraordinarily hot, heavy and dangerous work. Chihuly lost sight in his left eye after an automobile accident in 1976, leaving him with his iconic eye patch. A few years later, a shoulder injury prevented him from continuing to blow glass himself. Instead, he became the visionary and director of a highly skilled team, making it even more fascinating to see how his ideas and drawings become enormous, enchanting creations bursting with color, light and movement. As I walked through the gardens with my sister, surrounded by color and glass shimmering in the sunlight, I realized my mother was still with us in a way. She introduced us to Chihuly. She taught us to look closely, remain curious and recognize beauty when we encounter it. Thanks, mom, for continuing to be such an inspiration. Tips for your visit:
• Leave early and arrive when the gardens open. The drive is approximately two hours each way from the Warsaw area. • Pay the additional admission to see the indoor portion of “Chihuly: Radiant Forms.” Visit it first, before everyone heads indoors to escape the afternoon heat. It includes some of Chihuly’s newest work. • Watch the film featuring Chihuly in the theater behind the entrance to the indoor exhibit. • When you reach the final two paintings in the indoor exhibit, stand fairly close, bend down and look up at them. It’s worth the stretch. • Purchase a tram ticket. The park encompasses more than 150 acres, making the hop-on, hop-off tram a worthwhile investment. Motorized scooters can travel through most of the gardens and are available for rent. • Have lunch in the café. Both the food and the view are worth it. • Don’t forget to look down near
A LASTING LEGACY — Shown are the late Darla McCammon, left, and her daughter DeeAnna Muraski. Photos provided by DeeAnna Muraski. the indoor exhibit. The floor holds a beautiful secret that’s easy to miss unless the light catches it just right. • Don’t miss the Rooftop Sculpture Garden, a peaceful respite. • Plan to leave around 2:30 p.m. to avoid rush-hour traffic and still arrive home in time for dinner and to tell your friends all about your adventure. “Chihuly: Radiant Forms” continues through Nov. 1. Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park is located at 1000 E. Beltline Ave. NE, Grand Rapids, Mich. Hours are: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Thursday; 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Friday and Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. Visit MeijerGardens.org for more information.
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By ANDREA GRANGER Marketing Communications Manager Warsaw Community Public Library It happens every August. The stores fill with school supplies, calendars start filling up again and somehow summer slips away before anyone is quite ready. With school starting up again this week, the library seems to let out a quiet sigh as it settles back into its familiar rhythm. Students find their way back to their favorite study room. Teachers are looking for ideas. Before long, the building is buzzing with fresh activity and a slightly more studious vibe. From programs and events to new books and familiar spaces, there is a lot happening at Warsaw Community Public Library this month. We hope you’ll find
something that catches your interest or gives you a reason to stop by for a while. As always, we’ll be here, ready to help and happy to see you. Some events coming up on the August calendar of library activities include: • Wednesday, Aug. 12: Planting and Caring for Bulbs, 3-4 p.m., Room AB • Monday, Aug. 17: Remembering Elvis, 6-7 p.m., Room AB • Tuesday, Aug. 18: Book Trivia, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Room AВ • Saturday, Aug. 22: Adult Scrabble Tournament, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Room AB • Saturday, Aug. 22: Library Lego, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Room C • Monday, Aug. 24: Beginning Crocheting for Adults, 6-7 p.m., Room C To access the full calendar and program registrations, and to access the library’s digital resources 24/7, visit warsawlibrary.org.
SCHOOL YEAR VIBE — With children back in school, Warsaw Community Public Library takes on the vibe of students hitting the books. Photo provided by Warsaw Community Public Library.
4-H Livestock Auction raises more than $534,000 The 2026 Kosciusko County 4-H Livestock Auction raised $534,357.64 for county 4-H members. The Sale of Champions generated $57,176, while the live auction of 4-H livestock raised $293,027. Following the auction, community members contributed an additional $184,154.64 in add-on donations. A total of 300 lots were sold during the July 17 auction, compared with 272 lots in 2025, when the auction raised $530,945. According to the auction listings, the sale included 78 swine, 50 dairy animals, 42 goats, 41 beef animals, 29 poultry entries, 25 rabbits, 21 dairy feeder steers, eight lambs, four barn banners, one King’s Kiss and one Queen’s Kiss. The following totals reflect live auction proceeds only and do not include add-on donations:
• Heifers, $28,300 • Market beef, $57,435 • King’s Kiss, $750 • Cow/calf, $900 • Dairy feeder steers, $19,417 • Dairy steers, $11,950 • Dairy, $44,750 • Queen’s Kiss, $2,116 • Dry does, $1,600 • Market does, $800 • Wethers, $12,700 • Milking does, $3,600 • Turkeys, $2,730 • Chickens, $7,550 • Waterfowl, $1,550 • Rabbits, $2,500 • Meat rabbits, $13,090 • Breeding ewes, $1,600 • Market lambs, $5,100 • Swine barrows, $91,290 • Swine gilts, $22,325 • Exhibition, $500 • Meat wether dams, $1,000 • Meat wethers, $14,900 • Pygmy does, $1,100
• Barn banners, $1,650 The auction is coordinated by volunteers on the Livestock Auction Committee. “We are deeply grateful to our donors, volunteers and community
members whose generosity, dedication and encouragement made another successful auction possible for our 4-H members,” said Amanda Tom, livestock auction treasurer. “Their continued invest-
ment in our youth and agricultural community plays a vital role in the success of the program. We sincerely thank everyone who helped make this year’s auction such a meaningful achievement.”
Sasso Family Scholarship Fund accepting applications The Rick and April Sasso Family Scholarship Fund is now accepting applications at the Kosciusko County Community Foundation in Warsaw until Tuesday, Sept. 15. The scholarship may provide full tuition for one year of study at any Indiana accredited nonprofit college or university. Past recipients will be given the opportunity to renew the scholarship application each year for up to four years of undergraduate study, according to a news release from the foundation. Eligible applicants must: • Be a high school senior who will graduate from Warsaw Community High School and receive a diploma no later than June 30, 2027. • Be intending to pursue a full-time baccalaureate course of study at an accredited public or
RICK AND APRIL SASSO private nonprofit college or university in Indiana. • Be pursuing an academic
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People interested in helping educate the community about home horticulture can apply for the Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training course this fall through the Kosciusko County Extension Office. The 14-week, in-person course trains volunteers to assist Purdue Extension with home horticulture education in their local communities. Participants receive instruction in horticulture and complete volunteer service through a variety of approved projects. To become a certified Purdue Extension Master Gardener, applicants must complete an appli-
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