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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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2023 Milford Fest fun for everyone %\ %/$,5 %$80*$571(5 6WDII :ULWHU The 2023 Milford Fest offered plenty of good, wholesome family fun for those who came out to enjoy the festivities. The Kiwanis Club of Milford hosted a pancake and sausage breakfast. The annual “Cutie Contest” took place at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 27, on the main stage at Milford Fest in downtown Milford. Dean Wuthrich and Zennith Coffin-Riggs were named “Prince” and “Princess” for the 2- to 3-year-old contest. Dean is the son of Dexter and Stefani Wuthrich. Zennith is the daughter of Joe Riggs and Stevi Coffin. Dean likes to ride his bike, play outside and be with his siblings. He would like to be a fireman when he grows up, just like his father. Zennith really loves animals. She wants to become a veterinarian when she grows up. She also really enjoys playing with her brothers and cousins. She is “Paw Patrol’s No. 1 fan.” Aydrian Warren and Leah Beer were named “King” and “Queen” for the 4- to 5-year-old contest. Aydrian is the son of Isabella Hamilton. Leah is the daughter of Brooks and Danielle Beer. Aydrian said he really loves horses. He would like to be a horse trainer when he grows up. He really loves wearing hats. One of his favorite pastimes is playing outside. Leah said she likes to ride her “side-by-side” bicycle, play Barbies and dress up and help with
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Lake level management meeting set for June 13
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A public lake level management meeting has been set for 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 13. The meeting will be held in the Syracuse Community Center. The meeting will discuss current lake levels and the possibility of petitioning the courts for a dual lake level.
Representatives from the town of Syracuse, Turkey Creek Dam and Dike Conservancy District, pier companies, marinas, lake associations and Department of Natural Resources are expected to be in attendance. All other interested parties, including the public, are invited to attend.
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Crouch spoke on the importance of reading for parents, teachers and students. She also stressed the importance of literacy for the community, children and schools. “If you can’t read, you will struggle,” said Crouch. “How many of you want to drive? You have to know how to read to see signs. Remember, whatever you do, continue to read. You will learn so many things. Education is important and so is reading.”
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Construction of the overpass from Old SR 15 over to SR 15, north of Milford, continues with new road closures beginning Thursday, June 1, and remaining until construction is completed. Phend and Brown Inc., will be closing CR 1300N (SyracuseMilford Road) west of CR 100E and Old SR 15 north of Syracuse Street starting the evening of Thursday, June 1, with that area remaining closed until completion of the project. Old SR 15 will be closed to thru traffic but all residents and businesses south of CR 1300N will have access to their entrance drives from Old SR 15. All traffic in and out of Bison Trailers LLC will need to use the Old SR 15 entrances. Williamsburg Marine traffic will enter and exit to the South on Old SR 15. Main Street will remain closed.
the military. “It is quite an honor to be here today,” he said. “To me, Memorial Day is most sacred. I appreciate being asked to participate today.” He said Memorial Day was originally know as Decoration Day, and originated three years after the Civil War In 1971 it became an official national holiday. Wilkinson said Memorial Day is a way to honor those “who made the ultimate sacrifice.” “We would be disrespectful if we did not honor these individuals,” he said. “We honor their memory today.” He also quoted a portion of Abraham Lincoln’s famous speech he delivered in 1863 at Gettysburg, Pa. The Wawasee Marching Warrior Band played the national anthem. Next, the 21-gun salute took place and taps was played. Milford The Milford community lined Main Street for the annual Memorial Day parade, featuring local veterans and the Ancil Geiger American Legion Post 226 honor guard. The parade featured the Milford Lions, a 4-H Club, Milford Continued on page 2
Brooklyn Heimann, a fourth grader, was the first place winner who read the most pages — 53,356. The second place winner who read the second most pages is Megan Menzie, a fifth grader. She read 191 books and read 31,263 pages. Both students received prizes, including an all-terrain hoverboard, Barnes and Nobles gift cards and book bags, and books, among other items. Continued on page 2
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