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By PHOEBE MUTHART Editor Veterans Day in the United States traces its origins to the end of World War I and honors all military veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The first Armistice Day, which later became Veterans Day, was proclaimed Nov. 11, 1919, by President Woodrow Wilson. Today, one Kosciusko County woman is making sure veterans are cared for and recognized. Deb Sponseller is a member of the American Legion and Veterans of

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Foreign Wars in Warsaw. Although she is not a veteran herself, she supports veterans by volunteering at places such as Mason Health and Rehabilitation Center in Warsaw. Sponseller volunteers with the Legion’s community services program. She has been doing so for the past four years and is passionate about helping veterans VISITING A VETERAN — Terry Bussard, left, visited with Deb Sponseller a few weeks in Kosciusko ago. Bussard is an Air Force veteran. He resides at Mason Health Care and Rehab where County. Sponseller visits with its veterans and other residents. She said she volunteers cluding Terry Bussard, an Air Force photographs and related items will because veterans are important veteran who served from 1964 to be dedicated and unveiled at the fato this country. cility at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, “I buy snacks for the veterans 1968. Sponseller visits Mason about Howard said. The display is a way to and take them to them,” she said. She also makes sure bird feed- once a month. She began visiting vet- recognize the veterans’ service and ers outside the facility are filled. erans about four years ago when she sacrifice, she said. For Sponseller, Nov. 11 is an imHer friends help her with the ef- became a Legion member. “I said, ‘I don’t really know what portant and meaningful day. fort, and she receives donated “Veterans Day means a lot,” she I am doing,’ but it all worked out,” bird seed. said. “My great-grandfather was in “I have about 400 pounds she said. During her visits, she asks the the Army.” of bird seed that has been Sponseller is a lifetime member veterans how they are doing and donated so far,” she said. Mason Health and whether they need anything. At of both the VFW and the American Rehabilitation Center Christmas, she gives them stockings Legion. She served as president of has eight veterans filled with candy and snacks. She the auxiliary for three years. She also serves as historian for who reside at the also checks with Penny Howard, Mafacility. Sponseller son’s activity director, to see what the the American Legion in Warsaw. She takes photographs of veterans, espeenjoys visiting veterans need. A new wall featuring veterans’ cially older veterans, and jots down with them, innotes about their time in the military. “I have a notebook,” she said. “It’s not an easy job. I take it to the Legion and keep track of it all year long.” She said keeping track of veterans’ stories is important to preserving history. Sponseller is not alone in her efforts. She also receives help from women such as Tina Alcala, president of Legion Auxiliary Post 49, and Connie Schlag, secretary-treasurer and a member of both the Legion and VFW. Free Breakfast A free breakfast for veterans will be served from 7-10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the VFW, 1350 W. Center St., Warsaw. Spouses or significant others may attend for $5. COMMUNITY SERVICE — Deb Sponseller, left, puts bird seed in For more information about bird feeders outside a Warsaw nursing home. She is assisted by Conthe history of Veterans Day, visit denie Schlag, right. Both are members of the VFW and American Legion partment.va.gov/veterans-day/histoboth in Warsaw. They do community service work for the Legion. ry-of-veterans-day.

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Teacher uses reptiles to educate young people By LAURIE LECHLITNER Staff Writer “I’ve always had a love for reptiles,” said Kevin Fouts, Warsaw. “I think it stemmed from liking dinosaurs. I talked my mom into getting me a corn snake when I was in second grade. I really had no fear of snakes or other reptiles. Although, I do have a healthy respect for venomous snakes. But fear and respect are two different things. That’s why I started the Kosciusko Reptile Outreach Company. It’s an educational program I take into the community to replace fear and misconceptions with knowledge and understanding. Part of what makes our programs so impactful is that we let the kids get hands-on with our animal ambassadors.” Fouts graduated from Grace College with a major in environmental science and a minor in pedagogy. “I did my internship with the Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams. I was the lead aquarist. It was my job to take care of the fish tanks and aquariums and then put them in various classrooms throughout the county. But I also started doing educational programs with some of the aquarium animals, and I loved it.” It was because of one of these programs that Fouts began KROC. “This past July, I did a ‘Snake Critter Encounter’ at the Lilly

Center. It went super well. My wife, Haley, told me I just lit up when I was teaching about snakes.” KROC was born this past August. “I take about five of my reptiles to community events, birthday parties, classrooms, homeschool groups and other organizations. My programs are geared toward young people, usually 13 and younger, but adults enjoy the programs just the same.” All the animals belong to Fouts. Some live at his home, while others reside in classroom enclosures at Lakeview Middle School, where he teaches seventh grade science. His menagerie includes a turtle, four lizards and five snakes, none of them venomous. “My wife, Haley, is part of the team, but I do the instructional work.” Fouts’ favorite scenario is watching a scared child in the back row grow bolder as they learn about reptiles. “I teach them to understand that snakes are not their enemies. They are very important members of our ecosystem. We live in a rural setting with a lot of farms. Snakes reduce rodents that destroy crops. Snakes are also food for hungry birds of prey.” Even venomous snakes are not hunting humans. “Most snakes keep their distance from people. And those who

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are bitten by snakes are often at fault for tampering with them.” This is Fouts’ third year in the classroom. “I love teaching kids about the scientific world. They grow to appreciate nature and enjoy the great outdoors. As a middle school teacher, it’s my job to help them transition from elementary school and get them ready for high school.” Besides his reptiles, Fouts has two cats and two fish tanks at home. He not only keeps reptiles and teaches science but also is a striking coach at Relentless Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, where he holds a purple belt. “I want my martial arts students to learn the value of consistency,” he added. He concluded, “I grew up in Kosciusko County, went to school and college here, and this is where I met my wife. I want to serve the community any way I can.” His Facebook page is Kosciusko Reptile Outreach Company.

HANDS ON — Kevin Fouts, Warsaw, teaches young people about the importance of snakes in the ecosystem through his Kosciusko Reptile Outreach Company. He is shown helping a young participant handle a 2-year-old Burmese python. Photo provided by Kevin Fouts.

The page turner v. the popcorn By MISSY CHAPMAN Cataloging Department Head Warsaw Community Public Library Editor’s Note: “Unpacked” is a column by Missy Chapman of Warsaw Community Public Library. Each month, she will share a closer look at a book, film or collection of titles that catches her attention and offers something worth talking about. It happens every single time you leave the movie theater. Someone drops their empty bucket of popcorn, pushes up their glasses and sighs: “Yeah, but the book was so much better.” It’s the ultimate smug flex. But is it actually accurate, or are we all just pretending to love reading so we look smart? Books have one major advantage: they let you read minds. A novel can tell you every peculiar, awkward, panicked thought inside a main character’s head. In “Dune” (Frank Herbert), characters spend half the time staring silently at each other while their brains scream internally about giant sand worms. If you put that on a movie screen without voiceovers, it’s just two hours of actors giving each other intense side-eye. Plus, with a book, you get to be the director in your own brain. The author gives you a quick description, and your mind builds the whole set for free. Then the movie version rolls in with explosions, giant budgets and a killer soundtrack. A movie can explain in five seconds what takes a writer five, mind-numbing pages. Take “The Lord of the Rings.” J.R.R. Tolkien wrote an incredible story, but he also spent way too many pages describing grass, trees and long walks through the woods. The movies cut out the endless hiking, cranked up the epic music and showed massive monster battles

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that didn’t require reading a footnote to understand. Sometimes, a movie simply thrives by trimming the fat. In Steven Spielberg’s “Jaws,” the original novel (Peter Benchley) spent endless chapters on tedious small-town mob drama and miserable infidelity subplots. The film cut all of that racket, bought a bigger boat, focused entirely on three guys hunting a colossal monster and created cinematic history. And let’s be honest: sometimes movies actively rescue books from themselves. Chuck Palahniuk, who wrote the novel “Fight Club,”

famously admitted that David Fincher’s 1999 film adaptation actually improved his plot and delivered a vastly superior ending. (I would agree.) When the author hands the crown over to the director, the “book is always better” crowd needs to take a seat. At the end of the day, comparing books and movies is like comparing a long, cozy chat with a friend to a wild, loud night at an amusement park. One is deep and quiet; the other is pure fun and flash. Sometimes the movie blows the book out of the water, and the bookshelf will just have to deal with it.

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KYLA cadets explore aspects of leadership The Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy held its November meeting at Bowen Health. Jeremy Dewell, KYLA board member, and Chris McKeand, KYLA moderator, led the students in group discussions and activities where the students learned about different aspects of leadership, according to a news release from KYLA. Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy was formed to encourage the growth, education, training and motivation of future leaders to meet the challenges of development and expansion in Kosciusko County in the coming decades. The academy’s goal is to provide a positive environment where aspiring high school-aged youth can learn the basics of leadership and become informed, capable leaders who assume active roles in the growth of the community. Along with area businesses, the

LEARNING TO LEAD — Pictured from left in front Candice Stoffel, Wawasee High School; Savannah Hawley, Triton Junior-Senior High School; Ellie Greene, Warsaw Community High School; and Jeremy Dewell, Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy board member. In back academy offers the opportunity for each student to learn about various segments of the community, from government and healthcare

Chris McKeand, KYLA moderator; Landon Ryser, Warsaw Community High School; Cohen Tom, Wawasee High School; Cole Parrott, Warsaw Community High School; and Levi McFarland, Triton Junior-Senior High School. Photo provided by Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy.

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2026, compared to $58,620,000 at June 30, 2026. Crossroads Bank exceeds all applicable regulatory requirements to be considered “well capitalized.” The corporation has an active share repurchase program. During the quarter ended Sept. 30, 2026, the corporation repurchased 705 shares at an average price of $53.50. For more information regarding the share repurchase program, contact Roger Cromer, president, at (260) 563-3185. The corporation may suspend or discontinue repurchases at any time.

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New questions CPAP machine — Looking for a CPAP machine that is no longer needed. Call (574) 773-0456, ext. 1. Copy/fax machine — We are looking for a copy/ fax machine in working condition. Call (574) 642-0591. Sewing thread — Looking for unwanted sewing thread in any shade or color. Prefer the Nappanee or Etna Green area, unless delivery is available. Call (574) 333-9669. Recipes — Looking for recipes for sweet-andsour sauce and chicken subgum from John Wong’s restaurant. Call Jean at (574) 354-4247 or reply through this column.

Veterans Day ceremony at Oakwood Cemetery in Warsaw The annual Veterans Day program will be held at the chapel at Oakwood Cemetery, 421 N. Maple Ave., Warsaw, on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Music will be provided by the Warsaw Community High School band beginning at 10:30 a.m. At 11 a.m., there will be the ringing of the Bells of Peace, with the bell at the cemetery as well as the bell at the Kosciusko County Courthouse, to commemorate the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month when an armistice went into effect in 1918 to end World War I. Any churches, organizations or individuals in the community are encouraged to ring their bells at that time as well. Veterans Day, observed every Nov. 11, was originally called Armistice Day. Retired U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. John Peyton will be the speaker, followed by the presentation of the Order of Kosciuszko. This year’s award will recognize Adrian Anglin, the only known Revolutionary War veteran buried in Kosciusko County. Anglin was recently honored by the local Daughters of the American Revolution Agnes Pruyn Chapman Chapter with the dedication of a plaque at his grave site at Stony Point Cemetery just west of Clunette. Prior to the program, a free

Veterans Day breakfast for veterans only is being held from 7-10 a.m. at VFW Post 1126, 1350 W. Center St., Warsaw. The breakfast is being hosted by American Legion Post 49, the VFW Auxiliary and the Sons of the American Legion. Following the program at Oak-

wood Cemetery, there will be a free lunch starting at 12:30 p.m. for veterans and their families at the American Legion Post 49, 301 N. Buffalo St., Warsaw. The theme for this year’s Veterans Day event is “America’s 250th Anniversary: A Legacy of Service.”

Monteith’s Best-One offering veterans free oil change Monteith’s Best-One Tire & Service locations are offering veterans a free oil change on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11. All a veteran has to do is present their military identification to receive a free oil change, up

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Next Free Community Dinner in Pierceton is Nov. 19 Pierceton’s next drive-thru-only Free Community Dinner is planned for Thursday, Nov. 19. The dinner will start at 5 p.m. at the church hall of St. Francis Xavier Parish, 408 W. Catholic St., Pierceton. On the menu will be vegetable soup, crackers, bread and butter, a fruit cup and cookies. The meal is free, but dona-

tions will be accepted to assist with the next Free Community Dinner, which will be in January. November’s free meal coming a week before Thanksgiving is a reminder of “how blessed we are to be able to provide this meal every other month,” the organizing committee wrote in a news release.

Free DNR property admission for veterans, active military Nov. 11 All veterans, active military personnel, and everyone in their vehicle, will be admitted free to DNR-managed state parks, reservoir properties, state forest recreation areas, and off-road state recreation areas on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11. This includes admission to Falls of the Ohio State Park’s Interpretive Center.

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must tell the gate attendant at the property that they are a veteran or currently serving in the military. For general information about state parks, reservoirs, forest properties, and off-road state recreation areas, see on.IN.gov/recguide. For information about interpretive programs at state parks and reservoirs, see interpretiveservices.IN.gov.

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Honoring those who served By DEB PATTERSON Editor-In-Chief Veterans Day is an opportunity to honor all who have served our country, in war or peace. THADDEUS For those who have served, it represents freedom, sacKOSCIUSZKO rifice and honor. It is also a time to give thanks to those CONTINENTAL who have answered the call to serve. Without Veterans Day, it can be easy for Americans to overlook the sacrifices ARMY 1776-1783 made by the men and women who have served our country. The origins of Veterans Day date back to the end of World War I, known at the time as “The Great War.” The war officially ended when the Treaty of Versailles was signed June 28, 1919, at the Palace of Versailles outside the town of Versailles, France. However, fighting had ceased seven months earlier when an armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities, between the Allied nations and Germany went into effect at the 11th hour of the 11th day of MARSHALL the 11th month. For that reason, Nov. 11, 1918, is generally HOFFER regarded as the end of “the war to end all wars.” U.S. ARMY Veterans Day continues to be observed Nov. 11, reWORLD WAR II gardless of the day of the week on which it falls. Keeping the observance on this date preserves its historical significance and reinforces the purpose of the holiday: to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. In November 1919, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed Nov. 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day. In his proclamation, he wrote: “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those PAUL E. who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for MOLEBASH the victory, both because of the thing from which it has U. S. ARMY freed us and because of the opportunity it has given Amer1941-1945 ica to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations…” Armistice Day was renamed Veterans Day in 1954, following World War II and the Korean War, to recognize American veterans of all wars. ‘the PAPER’ wants to take this opportunity to thank all who have ARCH PAUL served our country. OVERMYER The photographs accompanying BAUMGARTNER U.S. ARMY AIR U.S. ARMY this tribute were submitted by family 1942-1946 members and friends in honor of their FORCE 1942-1946 veterans. The response to our request has been overwhelming, AUTO • HOME • BUSINESS • LIFE • HEALTH • PROPERTY and we appreciate the opportuniDaniel V. Buchman CPCU, CLU, ChFC, Agent ty to share these stories and rec1101 S. Huntington St. ognize the men and women who Suite 2 have served. Syracuse, IN 46567 To all veterans, thank you for Bus. 574-457-4807 dan4insurance.com your service.

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EUGENE M. SECRIST U.S. ARMY 1943-1945

FRANKLIN M. NEFF U.S. ARMY 1943-1945

GLENN BURNS WARNER U.S. ARMY 1943-1945

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RICHARD TAYLOR U.S. MARINES 1959-1963

KENNETH M. GUNTER U.S. NAVY 1960-1968

DENNIS HARTZELL U.S. ARMY 1960-1970

RUSSEL W. ERVIN U.S. ARMY 1961-1962

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ROSCOE (RICKY) W. LOZIER U.S. ARMY 1962-1968

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JOHN ALLEN MARTIN U.S. ARMY 1965-1967

DENNY BAILEY U.S. NAVY 1965-1969

CHARLES R. SMITH U.S. ARMY 1966-1968

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JAMES T. COLLIER U.S. ARMY 1966-1968

JAMES APPLE U.S. AIR FORCE 1966-1970

JON A. LIPPLY U.S. ARMY 1967

RICHARD (DICK) A. IRWIN U.S. ARMY 1967-1969

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JOHN EDWARD BRADLEY U.S. ARMY 1971-1979

STEVE YODER U.S. ARMY 1972-1978

RICK HOLLAR U.S. NAVY RESERVES 1973-1975

LARRY BURKHART U.S. AIR FORCE 1973-1983

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MARK CONLEY U.S. ARMY 1975-1995

MIKE SAUER U.S. NAVY 1976-1980

KENNETH B. HUNNELL U.S. ARMY 1979-2020

JAMES W. HILL U.S. AIR FORCE 1980-1983

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JENNIFER BYALL U.S. AIR FORCE 1992-1994

AMY MARIE BRADLEY CHURCH U.S. AIR FORCE 1995-1995

CHRISTOPHER SCHMITT U.S. AIR FORCE 1997-2002

MICHAEL HOOVER U.S. AIR FORCE 2002-2023

BRANDON D. SALMONS U.S. ARMY 2003-PRESENT

GABRUEL WILSON U.S. NAVY 2005-2007

JOE GREVENSTUK U.S. MARINE CORPS 2006-2012

ROBERT SYLVIA U.S. ARMY 2007-2008

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OBituaries Edgar A. Walker Retired From Sears Roebuck Co. Edgar A. Walker, 91, Cromwell, formerly of South Bend, passed peacefully Monday, Nov. 2, 2026. He was born June 11, 1935, in South Bend, to H. Ray and M. Grace (Brown) Walker. As a youth, he enjoyed riding his bicycle and exploring the banks of the St. Joe River EDGAR A. across from his home on Northside Boulevard WALKER in River Park. Ed worked as a paperboy delivering the South Bend Tribune and, as a teen, worked at the local service station pumping gas and working on cars. He regularly attended Albright UMC with his family. Ed graduated from John Adams High School in 1954. On Dec. 12, 1954, he married Mary F. Jones. They enjoyed 71 years of marriage. Ed was employed by Sears Roebuck Company for 38 years, where his mechanical abilities and his artistic nature came to life. He started as a mechanic in the garage and soon advanced into the display department, where he excelled with the holiday window displays. With the elimination of the display department, Ed moved into sales. Upon his retirement from Sears, he was employed by Curtis TV and Appliances for 10 years. Ed and Mary raised four children and enjoyed family camping and vacations in various states. He also enjoyed boating, fishing, cars and model trains, watching and feeding the birds. His skills as a craftsman allowed him to do woodworking and home improvements. As a family, they attended Albright UMC in Mishawaka, and after their move to Lake Wawasee in 1989, Ed and Mary attended Lakeside Chapel in Syracuse. Ed is survived by his children, Deborah (Michael) Evans of Osceola, Karen Graves of Aliquippa, Pa., Greg (Carolin) Walker of Osceola and Brian Walker of Cromwell; five grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews. Ed was preceded in death by his wife, Mary; his parents; brothers, Garfield, Howard and John; and a sister, Mary Henkler. Services were held at noon Monday, Nov. 9, at Palmer Funeral Home-Bubb Chapel, 3910 N. Main St., Mishawaka, with a visitation from 11 a.m. until service time. Burial followed at St. Joseph Valley Memorial Park in Granger. Online condolences can be made at palmerfuneralhomes.com.

Former Town Of Milford Employee Robert Hamilton, 58, Milford, passed away Monday, Oct. 12, 2026, at Parkview Health, Goshen. Robbie was born Nov. 15, 1967, in Goshen, to Jack and Eva (Lewallen) Hamilton. He was a graduate of Wawasee High School with the class of 1986 and enjoyed staying in touch with many of ROBERT his classmates. HAMILTON He was employed with the town of Milford for 20 years. He continued his career at NAPA Jenkins Automotive in Milford and Goshen. Robbie admired and followed the history of the Native American Indians. He was big into classic cars and often said, “If it had power, he was into it.” This included steam engines and NHRA drag races. He was of the Christian faith. Robbie will be lovingly remembered by his sister, Susan Hamilton, Milford; parents, Jack and Eva Hamilton; nieces and nephews, Chevelle Hamilton, April (Ryan) Sparks, Charlie D. (Emma) Hamilton, Sabrina (Trevor) Burgess, Jessica Hamilton and Shaylee Burke; and his girlfriend, Carolyn Miller, Milford. He was preceded in death by his grandparents and several aunts and uncles. A celebration of Robbie’s life will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, at the Milford Community Building. Meal to follow. The family kindly requests that memorial donations be made to Mishler Funeral Home, 461 W. 900N, Milford, IN 46542 to assist with funeral expenses for the family. To sign the guestbook or send a condolence, visit mishlerfhcc.com.

Anglin Farm Real Estate Auction 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19. Located at Sammlung Platz Park Building, 752 Tomahawk Trail, Nappanee. Property located at 13899 N. SR 19, Nappanee. Hahn Auctioneers, hahnrealtyandauction.com. Grocery Store Liquidation Auction 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21. Located at 99987 W. 1350N, Nappanee. Metzger Property Services, metzgerauction.com. Online Real Estate Auction Bidding open until 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23. Open house 4:305 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15. Property located at 304 S. First Street, North Manchester. Metzger Property Services, metzgerauction.com. Online Estate Auction Bidding open until 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23. Pickup in North

Jeanne “Puff” Clark, 82, Kuhn Lake, Pierceton, died Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home of North Webster.

Martha E. Smith

Martha E. Smith, 58, Pierceton, died Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Warsaw. Arrangements are currently pending at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapels, Pierceton.

Tye Watts

Tye Watts, 54, Warsaw, died Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026. Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw.

‘Made Here’ orthopedic manufacturing showcase returns Wednesday, Dec. 9 Kosciusko Economic Development Corp., OrthoWorx and Priority Medical have announced Made Here 2026, a premier orthopedic manufacturing showcase designed to bring together manufacturers,

PuBlic auctiOns Homes Public Auction 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14. Located at 23343 CR 40, Goshen. Hahn Auctioneers, hahnrealtyandauction.com. Phone Bid Real Estate Auction Bidding open until 4 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16. Property located 1 mile west of Topeka on 700S to 700W, south 1½ miles to 11491 N. 700W-57, Topeka. To bid, call (260) 499-0216 or (260) 499-0093. Land Auction 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16. Located at The CrossWalk at Ligonier United Methodist Church, 466 Townline Road, Ligonier. Property located on W. 500N, Ligonier. Schrader Auction, schraderauction.com. Toy Auction 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18. Located at 345 S. Van Buren St., Shipshewana.

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key stakeholders and industry thought leaders from across the globe for an evening of networking, innovation and supplier discovery. The event will take place from 3-9 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, at the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center in Winona Lake. Made Here 2026 builds on the success of last year’s inaugural event by expanding its focus beyond Kosciusko County to highlight the broader Midwest orthopedic manufacturing ecosystem. The Made Here team is highlighting 12 contract manufacturers for this year’s showcase, demonstrating why this region continues to set the standard for orthopedic innovation, production excellence and scale while reinforcing Warsaw’s reputation as The Orthopedic Capital of the World, according to a news release from the Kosciusko Economic Development Corp. “Made Here is more than a manufacturing showcase. It is an opportunity to connect the country’s leading OEMs with the companies, talent and capabilities that continue to drive orthopedic innovation forward,” wrote the Made Here executive team in the news release. “Whether attendees are seeking a strategic supplier, a technical partner or insight into the future of orthopedic manufacturing, Made Here creates meaningful opportunities for collaboration and growth.” This year’s showcase will feature a special technical focus on advanced axis milling, high-

lighting how multi-axis precision machining enables increasingly complex geometries, tighter tolerances, improved throughput and next-generation orthopedic solutions, according to the news release. Attendees will gain firsthand insight into the technologies and manufacturing processes shaping the future of orthopedic implants, instrumentation and enabling technologies. The event will provide targeted networking opportunities with contract manufacturers, a panel discussion featuring industry leaders and a renowned orthopedic surgeon, and a unique presentation from the featured contract manufacturers, showcasing their capabilities. The 2026 Made Here showcase will feature 12 orthopedic manufacturing organizations representing the depth and diversity of the region’s supply chain ecosystem, including: ARCH Medical Solutions, Avalign Technolgoies, GCG, Instrumental Machine & Development, Jatex, Micropulse, P2Precision, Precision Medical Technologies, Qualitex, Rayco Steel Process, Tecomet and TriPoint Surgical. Together, these companies represent a range of advanced manufacturing capabilities, technologies and expertise that continue to make the Midwest a global leader in orthopedic innovation and production, according to the news release. To learn more, go online to madehere.events.

Births Adeline Sage Borkholder

Lyndon and Brenda (Mullett) Borkholder, Argos, are the parents of a daughter, Adeline Sage, born at 12:45 a.m. Oct. 16, 2026. She weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces.

Damaris Joy Helmuth

Luke and Rebecca (Miller) Helmuth, Bourbon, are the parents of a daughter, Damaris Joy,

born at 3:31 p.m. Oct. 30, 2026. She weighed 7 pounds.

Isaiah Kade Lee

Verlyn and Sharayah (Miller) Lee, Goshen, are the parents of a son, Isaiah Kade, born at 5:40 p.m. Oct. 30, 2026, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long.

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CommunityWide Federal Credit Union v. Katy L. Shepherd, $18,833.61 Interra Credit Union v. Matthew S. Smith, $11,009.73 HS Financial Group LLC v. Warsaw Meadows Nursing and Rehab LLC, $2,684.65 JP Morgan Chase Bank NA v. Cody S. Wurtzel, $14,675.96

Failure to register - Kevin A. Swihart, Mentone, $164.50; Andrea L. Copley, Milford, $164.50 Owner allows dog to stray beyond owner’s premises - Norma J. Hodges, Mentone, $25 Operating a motor vehicle with a false plate, no operator’s license in possession, failure to register - Jamahl D. Puckett, Warsaw, $214.50 Driving while suspended Kristan M. Christian, North Webster, $189.50 Improper or no tail or plate light - Makylia N. Hilliard, Warsaw, $164 Following too closely - Braxton R. Stout, Warsaw, $164.50 Operating with expired plates Hugh A. Freeman, Winona Lake, $164 Address or name change violation - Denzil D. King, Warsaw, $164.50 Authorization for Indiana administrative code conservation violations - Eric D. Estep, Ligonier, $164 No valid driver’s license, speeding - Trenton W. McKinley, Warsaw, $189.50 Operating a motor vehicle with a fictitious plate - Parker A. Dippon, Warsaw, $164 No operator’s license in possession, speeding - Andrey L. Benus, Warsaw, $189.50 Littering in, on or within 100 feet of body of water under Department of Natural Resources or Army Corps of Engineers - Charles A. Becker, New Paris, $239

County RepoRt Court News Small Claims

The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: General Audit Corp. v. Matthew Baker, $2,011.39 Enchanted Hills Community Association Inc. v. Kalieb and Stacey Beers, $1,700.30; v. Steven Bontrager, Carolyn Miller, $2,065.30; v. Nicholas Bradley, $3,095.30; v. Ariana Croy, Edward Hahaj, $2,055.30; v. Isaac Hall, $1,300 Paul Davis of North Central Indiana Inc. v. Ilene Bufton, $10,000 SAC Finance Inc v. Zachary D. Burke, $6,342.25 Aegis Dental Group Warsaw PC v. Loretta Carpenter, $749; v. Shelby Carroll, $750; v. Angie Collins, $775.20 v. Josie Daniels, $934.17; v. Michael Dove, $6,791.17; v. Terry Kovacs, $780; v. Abby Martin, $1,168.75; v. Candace Medina, $1,896.56; v. Brenda Ramirez, $792.60; v. Derik Runyon, $763 Glenbrook Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Christina A. Cole-Sumpter, $8,345.85 Warsaw Health System LLC, d/b/a Kosciusko Community Hospital v. John Delgadillo, $873.01; v. Alexis Gerkin, $3,219.68 The 2525 LP, d/b/a The 2525 Apartments v. Lori A. Haddan, Ty W. Haddan, $1,730.74; v. Desiree M. Harris, $1,464.50; v. Jillian M. Weaver, $4,745.80 Sterling Contracting LLC v. Lee Batalis Construction, $9,225.60

Civil Collections

The following civil collections have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Christopher D. Ke-

hler presiding: Credit Service International v. Daymond W. Adcock Jr., $1,704.73; v. Vanessa M. Wilson, $1,621.83 Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Johnathan Boyd, $1,062.22; v. Scott A. Farmer, $1,306.84; v. Benjiman Verhaeghe, $2,216.13 Capital One NA, successor by merger to Discover Bank v. Kay Brown, $2,668.14; v. Thomas Hamilton, $5,859.12 Spring Oaks Capital SPV LLC v. Matthew Brown, $4,161.10 Glenbrook Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Cody A. Clouser, $10,561.05; v. Jennie L. McAndrews, $15,466.81 Cavalry SPV I LLC v. Ron Davis, $1,972.61 LVNV Funding LLC v. Katy Dilley, $27,622.18; v. Nicole Helman, $978.89; v. Chris Lusso, $1,012.84; v. Samantha Pearish, $884.93; v. Janice Williams, $3,731.93; v. Lora Williams, $866.59; v. Jennifer Wright, $1,331.65 Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v. Brittani Dotson, $468.03; v. Juan Miranda, $331.51 Merrick Bank Corp. v. Katherine Eppelmann, $3,094.35 Credit Corp. Solutions Inc. v. Cheyenne Fetters, $3,542.79 NCB Management Services Inc. v. Michael Gray, Marsha Porter, $4,476.36; v. Chelsie and Sloan White, $8,625.54 Mariner Finance v. Kathy Hale, $1,994.40 Forsythe Finance LLC v. Rochelle Hampton, $3,246.16 SAC Finance Inc. v. Marcus A. Hinkle, $19,981.28 Gateway Financial Solutions v. Dominique M. Islas, $8,645.41 Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Holly Jesuit, $4,394.79

KINDLE WINNER — Pictured from left are Pam Chesna-Kraft, Altrusa-Warsaw membership committee co-chair; Cynthia Aleman, winner of the Kindle reader; and Cathy Cox, membership committee co-chair. Photo provided by Altrusa-Warsaw.

Altrusa club holds meet and greet, gives away Kindle reader The Warsaw branch of Altrusa International hosted its annual meet-and-greet event Thursday, Oct. 22. People interested in learning more about Altrusa were invited to Papa Vino’s in Warsaw for the meet and greet, which was organized by Altrusa’s membership committee chaired by Pam Kraft and Cathy Cox, according to a news release from Altrusa-Warsaw. Guests were encouraged to ask questions and hear from current members. Many members talked about why they joined Altrusa and the many volunteer opportunities the club offers. Meet-and-greet guests were

entered into a drawing for a Kindle reader. Cynthia Aleman, a guest of member Ruth Skeel, was the lucky winner. Anyone interested in learning about Altrusa is welcome to attend the group’s monthly meetings. Meetings are held at noon the first Thursday of the month at the First United Methodist Church in downtown Warsaw. Visitors should enter through the alley door and take the elevator up to the Parlor Room. A dinner meeting is held the third Thursday of the month at Papa Vino’s. Members gather from 5:30-6 pm. to order dinner and socialize, and the business portion of the meeting begins at 6 p.m.

American Express National Bank v. Jeff Justice, a/k/a Jeff C. Justice, $3,834.16 VIA Credit Union v. Russell W. Leach, $21,900.36 Velocity Investments LLC v. Joseph M. Littlejohn III, $11,160.25 Troy Capital LLC v. Aurora Malagon, $7,140.68; v. Jacqueline Treesh, Terry Treesh, $4,524.12 Bank of America NA v. Karina Medina, $7,365.37 City of South Bend v. Zachary Naish, $449.43 United Federal Credit Union v. Lillian Ratnavale, $15,835.58 Crown Asset Management LLC v. Cheryl Ritter, $2,253.23

Lake City Bank announces promotions Lake City Bank has announced that Kaitlyn P. Conley has been promoted to retail banking officer at the bank’s Warsaw North KAITLYN branch. CONLEY In this position, Conley leads sales and service efforts in the branch, manages the daily operations of the office and supports office staff in their efforts to provide quality service and build customer relationships, according to a news release from the bank. She has been with the bank for three years. Conley volunteers with Junior Achievement of Northern Indiana, Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County and the bank’s Reality Store. Lake City Bank also announces that Brittni A. Kuhn has been promoted to vice president, retail banking officer at the bank’s Ligo- BRITTNI A. KUHN nier South branch. In this position, Kuhn leads sales and service efforts in the branch, manages the daily operations of the office and supports office staff in their efforts to provide quality service and build customer relationships. She has been with the bank for 18 years. Kuhn volunteers with Junior Achievement of Northern Indiana by teaching financial literacy classes.

Mortgage Foreclosures

The following mortgage foreclosure has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Rocket Mortgage LLC v. Crystal Lee Guthrie, $193,406.31 Carrington Mortgage Services LLC v. Toby R. Neher, $133,384.65 First Federal Savings Bank v. Joseph Shane Scutchfield, $54,846.27 Freedom Mortgage Corp. v. Preston M. West, $67,122.20

Evictions

The following evictions have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Judy Hall v. Kelsey Doss, Ethan Falker, $4,330 Jeff Justice v. Valery Fernandez, Phillip Konieczny, $6,166.32 Gingerich Group v. Mercedez Hurley, Liam Stellar, $1,798.71 One Accord Development LLC v. Talia Pulliam, $5,372 Merle H. Bontrager, Joselyne Bontrager v. Elaine Fay Smith, $10,000

Civil Torts

The following civil tort has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Christopher D. Kehler presiding: Northern Indiana Public Service Co. v. Matthew T. Maloni, $3,642.90

Superior Court III

The following fines and costs for infractions have been assessed in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Speeding - Eduardo M. Acuahuitl, Winona Lake, $164.50; Sara K. Gomez, Warsaw, $164.50; Margaret D. Dawson, Warsaw, $164.50; Colin A. Vanlue, Leesburg, $164.50; Lois M. Borkholder, Warsaw, $164.50; Austin J. Swanson, Tippecanoe, $164.50; Kennedy D. Polk, Warsaw, $164.50; Alina Sanchez, Syracuse, $164.50; Dora E. Schmucker, Milford, $164.50; Carl J. Tillman, Bremen, $164.50; Korbi A. Hughes, Warsaw, $164.50; Bryan K. House, Winona Lake, $164.50; Shunterra D. Davis, Warsaw, $164.50 Improper headlights - Jodean M. Neher, Claypool, $164 No valid driver’s license - Nancy L. Hartzell, Warsaw, $164.50 Passing a stopped school bus when stop arm is out and activated - Oralia F. Minnerath, Warsaw, $189.50 Operating a motorcycle without a proper permit or endorsement, speeding - Travis J. Johnson, Warsaw, $189.50 Operating a motor vehicle without financial responsibility - David Keith Lindley, Claypool, $189.50; Markavun L. Brownlee, Syracuse, $140.50 Speeding, unlawful possession of tobacco product - Joshua L. Schwartz, Warsaw, $189.50

Marriage Licenses The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk of the Court Melissa Boggs:

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Hailey Rachelle Charles, 35, Warsaw, and Philip Calvin Grigsby, 33, Warsaw

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Jordan Joseph Wray, 33, Leesburg, and Morgan Flowers, 30, Fort Wayne

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Laura Long, 37, Warsaw, and Chase Tenney, 37, Warsaw

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Terry L. Sabo, 40, Warsaw, and Ashley N. Sahlhoff, 32, North Manchester

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Madison Nicole Rojas, 22, Warsaw, and Devin Michael VanDosen, 25, Warsaw

Marriage Dissolutions The following couples have filed for a marriage dissolution in Kosciusko Superior Courts I or IV. Cardona-Cardona Feliciano - Veronica Cardona, Warsaw, and Willie Cardona Feliciano, Warsaw. No minor child(ren). No additional information was available. Grosswiler-Hernandez - Joshua Grosswiler, Pierceton, and Leah Hernandez, Visalia, Calif. No minor child(ren). No additional information was available.

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antagonists, Fields said a main challenge has been “master(ing) the emotion that’s needed” for the gravity of the show. Makayla Murphy, another student in the production, said that as “tension builds” in the play and things start getting “more legally serious,” one of the play’s lessons is “getting justice for the girls that got cancer, diseases or (radium) jaw ... and getting them the recognition and help that they need.” Radium jaw, which causes the jawbone to slowly decay, crumble and become loose, was one of the conditions the women experienced from radium poisoning. “It makes me think that I should really get into it, take it serious, and … get people to come and see it because it’s a big deal, and it should be recognized,” Murphy added. In her role as the clerk, she will eventually hand two of the main characters a notice about the

passing of their former friend. For Bryson Severns, the play also highlights the theme of workers’ rights and “standing up against the big man in the company.” “I hope the audience realizes how important it is that you have a voice in the company, and that you don’t always have to just go along with what your employer is telling you … you can fight, and you have a voice,” Severns said. Although his main role is Frederick Flinn, a doctor who spreads misinformation about the effects of radium to afflicted main character Grace Fryer, Severns shared that he has read other students’ lines when they are attending other sports or activities. While the students focus on their roles and the historical significance of the play, Assistant Theatre Director Lisa Lynch said that during the approximately month

and a half the students have been preparing, she has watched them develop and grow in their abilities. Lynch shared how Kaitlyn Eastgate, playing Grace Fryer, has “taken charge,” helping with costumes, memorizing lines and getting the students engaged. Lynch also expressed how Tobiah Lipsey, playing Arthur Roeder, “lights up” when he’s on stage and is a “great actor altogether.” She hopes the community will make the auditorium a “packed house” for the performances. “I’m an advocate for supporting the arts, and so I hope our community steps up and comes and supports these kids and the arts,” Lynch said. General admission tickets are available at the door and cost $8 for adults and $3 for students. Advance tickets with reserved seating can be purchased at tvtheater.ludus.com.

www.the-papers.com — ‘the PAPER’ — Wednesday, November 11, 2026

Joe’s Kids ‘thrilled’ with resource fair turnout Joe’s Kids hosted its first-ever Fall Family Resource Fair Saturday, Oct. 24, bringing together families and local organizations for an afternoon of fun and connection. The event welcomed nearly 200 attendees, family, community representatives, volunteers and staff members who helped make the day a success, according to a news release from Joe’s Kids. Families had the opportunity to learn about resources and services available throughout the community while enjoying a variety of family-friendly activities. Highlights included pumpkin painting, face painting, a photo booth, yard games and food. “We were thrilled with the turnout for our first Fall Family Resource Fair,” said Rebecca Bazzoni, chief executive officer of Joe’s Kids. “This event provided an opportunity for families to connect with local organizations, discover valuable resources and enjoy quality time together. We look forward to continuing and growing this

FIRST FAIR — Joe’s Kids in Warsaw held its first Fall Family Resource Fair Saturday, Oct. 24. Photo provided by Joe’s Kids. event in the future.” At Joe’s Kids, children with diverse abilities receive physical, occupational and speech

therapy, as well as individualized reading and language instruction. Services support growth in areas such as gross

and fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, cognitive and social development, verbal and non-verbal communication,

feeding and swallowing, and reading and writing. To learn more, visit joes-kids.org or call (574) 376-2316.

AAUW branch learns about Education for Conflict Resolution The Warsaw branch of the American Association of University Women met Oct. 17, in the Miller’s Merry Manor Community Room. Guest speaker Liz Sanders described the programs provided by Education for Conflict Resolution, according to a news release from the club. The organization works in Wabash, Huntington and Kosciusko counties and provides training and mediation through the schools and the courts. It teaches employees in public-facing occupations how to de-escalate conflicts in nonviolent ways. She talked about what conflict is, five standard ways to deal with conflict and techniques of

conflict resolution. The minutes of the Sept. 10 meeting were read and approved, and the treasurer’s report was approved. The budget for 2026-2027 was tabled since there was not a quorum. The national AAUW sent information on the Legacy Circle for those interested in leaving financial resources to the national organization. The next meeting of the Warsaw club will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at Miller’s Merry Manor in the Community Room. This meeting will be the club’s silent auction, so were encouraged to bring plenty of things for the auction and money to spend.

BELL RINGERS — Pictured from left are Keith Beers, Warsaw Rotary Club; Jim Molebash, Warsaw Kiwanis Club; Major Sanhty Thammavongsa, Salvation Army; Eugene Meade, Kosciusko County Shrine; and David Byers, Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club. Not pictured is Sheri Reeve, Lake City Lions Club. Photo provided by the Salvation Army.

Salvation Army holds annual bell ringing drawing

The Salvation Army recently held its annual bell ringing drawing at the Kosciusko County Community Foundation. At the event, area service club members participate in a drawing for the Saturdays leading up to

Christmas when their members will ring bells outside area businesses for the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle fundraising drive. This year’s drawing resulted in the following schedule: Warsaw Kiwanis Club will ring bells

Milford Lions Club

Pancake Breakfast

Saturday, November 14 Doors Open At 7 AM Event Ends At 10 AM Milford Community Building BOXES OF BULK SAUSAGE PATTIES ALSO FOR SALE $30 PER BOX Dine-In For A Recommended Donation Of $5 Carry-Out $7 Per Box License #: 011992 IGC Ref #: 163252

Saturday, Nov. 28; Warsaw Rotary Club will ring bells Saturday, Dec. 5; the Kosciusko County Shrine Club will ring bells Saturday, Dec. 12; and the Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club will ring bells Saturday, Dec. 19. This year marks the 105th Christmas campaign in Kosciusko County for the Salvation Army, according to a news release from the Salvation Army. Individuals, businesses and groups can sign up to ring bells by going online to salarmy.us/WarsawGolden.