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generations of 4-H’ers share their story By ABBY OLIVER Staff Writer
For Shelley Shilling and her extended family, 4-H is more than a childhood activity: it’s a four-generation, lifelong tradition of hard work, perseverance and family values that will echo in future generations. From Shilling’s father, Richard Williamson, to her grandsons, Knox Shilling, Kole Shilling and Konor Shilling, most of Shilling’s family has participated in 4-H. The story begins with Williamson, who showed a dairy calf his first year of 4-H followed by an Angus beef heifer his second year. At the time, he said he was probably around 14 or 15. While still showing dairy cows, he bought some beef cattle and also showed a handful of Shropshire ewes when Craig Shilling, Shelley Shilling’s oldest brother, was a toddler. When Shelley Shilling and her six siblings were children, the family would attend the Indiana State Fair, showing in 4-H and open class and staying there for two weeks. “Those are some of my best memories of childhood, definitely,” Shelley Shilling said. Shelley Shilling’s adopted mother, Barbara Williamson, also helped the children work with sheep. Barbara Williamson and Richard Williamson raised Registered Columbia sheep for years. When Barbara Williamson retired, she helped the kids work with sheep, and she and Shelley Shilling used to do a lot of shows together. “Mom was out there side by side with us,” Shelley Shilling said. “She would be out there in the wintertime in the barn with the lambs.” Now that she’s retired, Shelley Shilling continues her adopted mother’s tradition, helping her own grandchildren with the sheep. Shelley Shilling’s son, Joel Shilling, showed sheep and pigs in 4-H. The family participated in a lot of open shows. “It was kind of a tradition that we would go to open shows in different counties,” Shelley Shilling said. Her brother and his daughters also showed in 4-H. Joel Shilling’s sons are just starting out in 4-H. Knox Shilling shows sheep and rabbits, while Kole Shilling shows sheep. Konor Shilling, his youngest, participates in Mini 4-H. Knox Shilling also did one year of welding and a fire education poster. The boys said they enjoy showing and taking care of their animals, spending the week with their family and seeing their 4-H friends. “It’s really neat. It’s really cool to know that we are carrying on a family tradition,” they said. Shelley Shilling said one of the main family values that has come from 4-H is “working together and working through the projects together.” Joel Shilling agreed, explaining that even through the hard days when it’s difficult to get out there and take care of the animals or projects, “pushing each other” to, as Shelley Shilling added, “do what we need to do” each day helps. “It’s a lot of hard work,” Joel Shilling said. He said that, in the end, the experience is ultimately “rewarding,” particularly as an adult continuing the experience with his children. “For me, it’s when you set your mind to something, go finish and do it,” Joel Shilling said. “Don’t give up on yourself. It can get hard, but you’ve got to push through it.”
Shelley Shilling’s 4-H FAMILY — Richard Williamson, seated, has biological his photo taken with his great-grandsons. From left mother, Wilare Konor Shilling, Knox Shilling and Kole Shilling. burta Baker, Photos provided by Shelley Shilling. also started in 4-H when she was a child. Some of the 4-H projects that Baker showed were lambs and pigs, baking, food preservation and canning, and home improvement and electric projects. Baker and Williamson met through 4-H. “Had they never been in 4-H, we would not be doing this story,” Shelley Shilling said. “My community and 4-H, church and family, they’ve made me who I am,” Baker said. “I do something 4-H every day. Every day of my life, I have something that follows 4-H inadvertently.” Baker also described the social aspect of 4-H. The boys’ great-grandmother once asked Knox Shilling if he’d made any friends in 4-H. He stated he’d made a friend who wasn’t even in the same animal class. Shelley Shilling hopes future generations will look fondly on the memories. “I’m a big picture person, and I hope they preserve all these pictures,” Shelley Shilling said. “Looking back in these memories … they’ll feel what they see HISTORIC PHOTO — Richard Williamson in those picstands with his sister, Sandy Simmons, and his tures.” first 4-H calf. Williamson’s involvement in 4-H One of helped begin a four-generation family tradition. the most special things for Shelley Shilling was the lasting impact her father will have on future generations. She recounted tearfully how Williamson recently purchased four ewes that Joel Shilling’s boys showed in 4-H. The lambs now live on her niece, Elizabeth Duncan’s, farm. “They’re her first lambs, and they’re going to start breeding so that Dad can help the future generations with showing,” Shelley Shilling said. “Elizabeth has a daughter as well, so she’ll have lambs as well from g r e a t grandpa.” “I think both of us would b e grateful and thankful if you do carry it on,” Baker said. SHOW THAT SHEEP — Joel Shilling shows a Columbia ewe as a child. Shilling is now an adult with three children of his own.
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Malika Wood has her eyes on the prize By LILLI DWYER Staff Writer Malika Wood of Leesburg has a strong vision for her future. The Special Olympian and current chair of the Athletic Leadership Council wants to be running Special Olympics Indiana one day. Wood was adopted from Tashkent, Uzbekistan at the age of 7 and arrived in America not fully understanding English. “2005 was a big move for me, being the new kid in school, let alone the new kid in the country,” she recalled. While she had a mother, father and brother supporting her, there was still a steep learning curve ahead of her as she grew up.
Wood was born with cerebral palsy and later diagnosed with a learning disability and a vision impairment. There was only one printer in her school that could print out paper big enough for her to read large text on. Still, she had goals in mind and pursued them doggedly. “I always wanted to be a leader,” she said. Wood describes herself as “very competitive,” someone who is committed to getting all the little details right. After graduating from Warsaw Community High School, she earned a degree in communications from Ivy Tech in 2020. As a teen, she thought participating in high school sports
Dynamic Spine celebrates Dr. Ceri Myers’ anniversary Dynamic Spine is proud to celebrate Dr. Ceri Myers’ 10-year anniversary with the practice. Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Myers earned her bachelor’s degree in kinesiology with an emphasis in sports injury management from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, before receiving her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Port Orange, Fla. Her lifelong love of animals also led her to complete additional training in animal chiropractic through Options for Animals in Wellsville, Kan. Over the past 10 years, Myers has become an important part of Dynamic Spine and the local community, providing chiropractic care to patients of all ages. She and her husband reside locally, raising their two sons and staying active in youth sports and
would help her become a leader. “But I didn’t feel that I was being included within sports,” she said. “I tried out for volleyball and basketball in school and it just wasn’t what I was looking for. I wanted to be a part of a program that felt more inclusive.” In 2021, Wood began competing in Special Olympics as an athlete and felt much more at home. Her main events are cornhole, bowling and track and field. “There’s people around me who are in the same boat, or in the same area of challenges and difficulties,” she said. “I don’t feel like I’m an outcast. I feel like I’m part of a community that understands the different abilities that each person holds.” Later, she took on her current leadership position as the chair of the Athletic Leadership Council, serving athletes in Kosciusko County and beyond. She volunteers her time for the position, dividing her days between Special Olympics, a day job and her education. Currently, Wood is participat-
ing in the Athlete Leadership University program through Butler University, undergoing further training in communications. She hopes to use what she learns to advance even further within Special Olympics and carry the organization forward along with her. “I think we have a lot more room to grow,” Wood said. There are close to 20,000 Special Olympics athletes in the state of Indiana and Wood would love to garner more support for them. “Something I’d really like to change for is asking for more volunteers, a little bit more partnership within the community, hopefully getting more monetary donations,” she said. “Transportation for the athletes is really a struggle, so we need more volunteers for transportation between competitions and events.” Everything she does is in service of making a difference in the lives of Special Olympics athletes; the same difference that participating in the program has made for her. “I feel like I’m home,” she said.
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To help ensure no student goes hungry or falls behind in the classroom, the Warsaw Education Foundation has announced the launch of its new Food for Thought Fund. This centralized initiative directly funds front line programs providing essential meal assistance to Warsaw Community Schools students facing food insecurity, according to a news release from the Warsaw Education Foundation. With more than 3,000 WCS students qualifying for food assistance, the gap between extended academic breaks leaves many local children at risk, the news release said. The Food for Thought Fund was created to bridge the gap, uniting local efforts to keep students fed, focused and ready to learn. To launch the fund, an anonymous local couple has offered a $30,000 matching gift. For every dollar donated by the community, the matching opportunity will double the impact - dollar-for-dollar - up to $30,000. Through the Food for Thought Fund, the Warsaw Education Foundation partners with and supports vital local programs, including: Boomerang Backpacks: The program provides weekend meals to more than 300 elementary and Gateway students every Friday afternoon. Learn more at www. boomerangbackpacks.org. Together We Feed Them All: Edgewood Middle School leads an annual districtwide initiative to provide food for approximately 450 Warsaw Community Schools families in need throughout Christmas break. LovEd, a program of Alliance for Thriving Families: The program provides food support for 793 students (370 families) during fall break and spring break through food drives and volunteers from local churches. Learn more at allianceforthrivingfamilies.org. Make Room: The program provides immediate food packs and emergency grocery assistance to children and families experiencing food insecurity or sudden financial hardship. Since January 2026, Make Room has provided food support to 2,619 children across Kosciusko County, including 1,742 students in the Warsaw district. The impact includes Make Room’s summer food program, which provides meals and supplemental groceries to children in communities where access to other summer food resources is limited or unavailable. By delivering food and care with dignity, stability and hope, they ensure
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Thomas “Tom” L. Anglin not only served his country in the Navy for four years, but he also served his community as a member of the Kosciusko County Council for over 40 years. Tuesday morning, Aug. 25, Anglin was recognized by the Kosciusko County Commissioners and Veteran Service Officer Darryl McDowell as the August 2026 Kosciusko County Veteran of the Month. Tom was born in January 1932 in Argos to Dallas and Doris Anglin. He was one of six children and attended Etna Green High School, McDowell said at the commissioners’ meeting. On Feb. 20, 1952, Tom answered the call to serve his country by enlisting in the United States Navy. Following his initial training at Great Lakes, Ill., he was stationed in San Diego, Calif., where he was assigned to machinery repair aboard the USS Ajax. The Ajax was a Vulcan-class repair ship that served as a floating repair base in Japan. During the Korean conflict in 1952 and 1953, the ship worked around the clock repairing destroyers, patrol vessels, minesweepers and other ships, helping keep the United
States Seventh Fleet operational, McDowell stated. In 1954, the Ajax also played an important role in Operation Passage to Freedom. The ship provided vital logistics and repair support to the U.S. Navy vessels involved in the evacuation and resettlement effort that transported thousands of refugees from the Hanoi area of Communist North Vietnam to Saigon, South Vietnam. “For those of you whose mind is going, ‘hey, we weren’t in Vietnam that early,’ it shows you that we weren’t the headliner at that time, the French were but we were still assisting,” McDowell said. After four years of honorable service in the United States Navy, Tom was honorably discharged in February 1956 with the rank of Petty Officer Third Class. Following his military service, Tom returned to Kosciusko County and went to work for the Clunette Elevator Company, a family business established in 1951 by three brothers, one of which was his father, Dallas. In December 1995, Tom married Rita Franks Anglin. Today, McDowell said, Tom remains a valued part of his family and continues to support the family-owned Clunette Elevator Company, a business that has proudly served the community since 1951
“Tom’s story represents a lifetime of service — not only to his country through his four years in the United States Navy, but also to his family, his community, and a family business that has been part of Kosciusko County for generations,” McDowell said. After receiving his framed signed certificate from the commissioners, Tom said, “This is quite an honor and I did not expect this, but I’m grateful for it, and I’m grateful for the service I got. I enjoyed it. It was not a lost four years, I tell you. In fact, I wish I had stayed 20. It was great, but I’m thankful for all of you, what you’ve done for me. Thank you very much.” County Commissioner Sue Ann Mitchell said, “I believe there is one other major thing that some of you may not realize. That this fine man had served many, many years as a county council member - 41 years. What a great example he was when he came home to become a public servant, and he was one who truly served the public. Thank you, always, for your support and the service you gave our community.” Commissioner Bob Conley said that when he first got elected as a commissioner, he got together with Tom and Tom taught him how to say no. “That helped me out a lot to get started. I appreciate that,” he said.
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Homebrew Fest returns Sept. 12 in new location to benefit CCS The Kosciusko Kettleheads is celebrating a milestone year as the group hosts the 15th annual Kettleheads Homebrew Fest from 5-9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12. This year’s event brings a change of venue as the Homebrew Fest moves to the Miller Sunset Pavilion in Winona Lake. For 15 years, the Kettleheads Homebrew Fest has brought together home brewers, craft beverage enthusiasts and community members for an evening of unique handcrafted brews, meads, ciders, food, fellowship and fun, all while supporting a local cause. “Fifteen years of Homebrew Fest is a pretty incredible milestone for our group,” said Jason Rich, president of the Kosciusko Kettleheads. “What started as a group of home brewers sharing our passion has grown into an event that brings our community together and, most importantly, helps our neighbors through Combined Community Services. We’re excited about the new location at Miller Sunset Pavilion and can’t wait to celebrate 15 years of great beer, great people and a great cause.” Guests will have the opportunity to sample a wide variety of handcrafted beverages created by local and regional home brewers while enjoying the relaxed atmosphere and community spirit that has made the Homebrew Fest a favorite annual event, according to a news release from Combined Community Services. “Fifteen years of Homebrew Fest is something worth celebrating,” said Kiira Churchill,
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executive director of Combined Community Services. “This event is a great example of what happens when passionate community members come together for a cause they believe in. We are incredibly grateful to the Kettle-
one to remember.” All proceeds from the event benefit Combined Community Services, a local nonprofit dedicated to providing comfort, hope and resources to neighbors in need while helping individuals and families
heads, our home brewers, volunteers, sponsors and everyone who has supported this event over the years. We are especially excited to welcome everyone to the new location at Miller Sunset Pavilion and make the 15th anniversary
move toward greater self-sufficiency. Tickets are available through Combined Community Services. Visit the website at ccsgives.com and select Events to purchase tickets.
RedBird Art Studio receives $3,000 Indiana Arts Commission grant RedBird Art Studio, a program of Cardinal Services, has received a $3,000 grant from the Indiana Arts Commission to support inclusive arts programming for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Kosciusko County. The funding will be used to purchase art supplies, enhance studio resources and support community outreach efforts, including exhibitions and public events. The grant will help Red-
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arts.” RedBird Art Studio provides individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities opportunities to develop artistic skills, build confidence, connect with their communities and earn income through the creation and sale of original artwork. Through studio instruction, community exhibits and public events, RedBird empowers artists to share their talents and expand their opportunities.
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Magical Meadows announces September events September will be a busy month at The Magical Meadows, with four public events planned to celebrate veterans and first responders, showcase the organization’s growing campus, raise support for life-changing programs and recognize the accomplishments of therapeutic horseback riding participants. The events include Warrior Women Spa Day, the grand opening of the new Warriors Arena and Rockathon Fundraising Showdown, the Cowboy Canter 5K Fun Run and the annual horse show. Warriors Arena Ribbon Cutting The centerpiece of the month will take place at 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 14, when Magical Meadows officially opens its new Warriors Arena with a public ribbon-cutting ceremony. The 14,000-square-foot facility was designed to support veterans and first responders through the organization’s Warriors Mount Up program. The arena will provide participants with 24/7 access to a dedicated space where they can connect with horses, build relationships with peers and find opportunities for peace, healing and community. “This arena represents much more than another building on our campus,” said Michael Kuhn, executive director of Magical Meadows. “It’s a commitment to the men and women who have spent their lives serving others.” Rockathon Fundraising Showdown: Rocking For Heroes Immediately following the ribbon-cutting ceremony, the second annual Rockathon Fundraising Showdown: Rocking for Heroes will begin. The goal is to raise $50,000 to provide complimentary services to veterans and first responders
through Warriors Mount Up. Participants will rock in chairs until reaching an individual fundraising goal of $5,000 or the group reaches its $50,000 goal. Representing veterans and first responders are: Kosciusko County Sheriff Jim Smith, Warsaw Police Department Capt. Paul Heaton, Kosciusko County Coroner Tyler Huffer, Plain Township Fire Chief Derek Tenney and Air Force veteran Marvin Dragoo. Team Magical Meadows includes founder Tammy Stackhouse, board Chairman Carl Adams, Matt Schwartz of B&M Builders, Mindy Truex of Creighton Brothers and Shannon Silveus. Women’s Spa Day The month begins with Warrior Women Spa Day, a free event for women in the veteran and first responder community. The afternoon will feature spalike pampering, interactive experiences, food and opportunities to connect with other women. A special panel featuring veteran and first responder spouses will focus on the unique joys and challenges of a life of service. The event is free for women, who are veterans or first responders, as well as wives and partners of veterans and first responders. Child care will be available for children ranging from toddlers through teenagers. Cowboy Canter 5K The annual Cowboy Canter 5K Fun Run returns Saturday, Sept. 19. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., with the race starting at 10 a.m. The route begins at The Magical Meadows, winds through country roads surrounding Oswego and finishes at the farm. Registration is $35 per person or $65 for a family, including two adults and up to three children
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age 18 and younger. Preregistration ends Sept. 11. Those who register by that date are guaranteed an event T-shirt. Participants can register online at runsignup.com/Race/IN/Warsaw/CowboyCanter5K. Annual Horse Show The month concludes with the annual horse show at 2 p.m. Sun-
day, Sept. 27. Therapeutic horseback riding participants will demonstrate skills developed throughout the year for family, friends, volunteers and community supporters. The public is invited to attend, bring a lawn chair and cheer on the riders. Concessions and treats will be available for purchase. The event also gives visitors an
‘Rotors over Mentone’ is Sept. 12 The Lawrence D. Bell Aircraft Museum and Mentone Historical Museum will host “Rotors over Mentone” from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, at the Lawrence D. Bell Aircraft Museum, Mentone. The American Huey is scheduled to land at approximately 10 a.m., weather permitting. The event is free, though donations will be accepted for the Mentone Historical Museum.
Food will be available. Guest speaker Mike Stock, author of “Chasing the Four Winds,” will present a program at 11 a.m. about his 50-year flying career. A retired naval aviator and test pilot, Stock spent his first 20 years on active duty as a naval aviator, including one year flying helicopter gunships in Vietnam and two tours as a Navy test pilot. In 2016, Stock received the
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prestigious Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award from the Federal Aviation Administration. American Huey 369 membership flights will be available. The organization also will offer Living History Flight Experiences for a fee. Both museums will be open for viewing. For more information, call Marsha Scott at (574) 328-2034.
Humane Society seeks vendors for holiday bazaar The Humane Society of Whitley County is seeking local makers, crafters, small businesses and vendors for its “Home for the Pawlidays” holiday craft bazaar from 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5. The bazaar will be held at the Whitley County 4-H Community Building in conjunction with the shelter’s annual Pet Pictures with Santa event. The event will give visitors an
opportunity to shop locally for holiday gifts, enjoy food and take part in holiday festivities while supporting the Humane Society. Vendor spaces are $40 each and will be located indoors in a temperature-controlled area. Organizers are seeking a variety of vendors, including those offering handmade crafts, artwork, home décor, jewelry, baked goods, pet-related products, unique gifts and other holiday items.
Pet Pictures with Santa is a popular holiday tradition for local families and their pets. Organizers hope the bazaar will add to the festivities and encourage visitors to spend the day at the shelter. Vendor space is limited. Local businesses, artists, crafters and makers interested in participating should contact Jamie Hoot at jamie.hiss.25@gmail.com for registration information.
Big Brothers Big Sisters ‘The Big Celebration’ is Sept. 29 Big Brothers Big Sisters will hold its 13th annual “The Big Celebration” benefit Tuesday, Sept. 29, at Warsaw Community
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OBituary Eleanor Imogene Webb
Eleanor Imogene Webb, 102, died Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026, at her home in South Bend. Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw.
Births Sylvia Lynn Pettyjohn
Cinthia Rios and Devonte Pettyjohn, Goshen, are the parents of a daughter, Sylvia Lynn, born at 2:27 p.m. Aug. 19, 2026, at Goshen Hospital. She weighed 9 pounds, 14.3 ounces, and was 22 inches long.
Kenton Luke Kuhns
Marion and Linda (Lambright) Kuhns, Nappanee, are the parents of a son, Kenton Luke, born at 12:12 a.m. Aug. 22, 2026, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 8 pounds and was 19 1/2 inches long.
Jeryl Z. Martin
Eugene and Lydiann (Zimmerman) Martin, Wakarusa, are the parents of a son, Jeryl Z., born at 11:46 p.m. Aug. 23, 2026, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 8 pounds, 13 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long. Jeryl joins eight siblings: Janet, Angela, Melissa, Jaden, Jolene, SusieMae, Rosellen and Joshua.
Wesely Jude Grimshaw
Jeremiah and Brenda (Gonzalez) Grimshaw, Claypool, are the parents of a son, Wesely Jude, born at 1:08 p.m. Aug. 24, 2026, at Blessed Beginnings Care Center, Nappanee. He weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 19 1/2 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Daniel Gonzalez and Maria Gonzalez, Chicago, Ill. Paternal grandparents are Robert and Virginia Grimshaw, Syracuse. Wesely joins two siblings: Jonathan and Liam.
New ECSO officers take oath of office A Fairfield Junior-Senior High School graduate is among 16 new officers who recently took the oath of office with the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office. The newest corrections and patrol officers took their oaths Monday, Aug. 24, officially beginning their service with the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office. Judge Andrew Hicks administered the oath. Among the new officers is Corrections Officer Brock Dunlap, who graduated from Fairfield Junior-Senior High School in May 2025. Dunlap began his education at a community college, where he earned an associate degree in cybersecurity and information technology. He began his career with the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office July 20.
Local farmer honored with River Friendly Farmer Award A local farmer was among Indiana farmers recognized Aug. 18 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds for their commitment to conservation and land stewardship. Bill Stofer, owner of Walnut Creek Crossing, was nominated by the Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District and received the 2026 River Friendly Farmer Award during a ceremony held during the Indiana State Fair. About 200 farmers, family members, conservation partners and guests attended the ceremony, which recognized farmers who have implemented conservation practices such as cover crops, no-till farming, field borders and other methods to reduce erosion, improve water quality and build healthy soils. Stofer has implemented cover crops, no-till farming, nutrient management, exclusion fencing and watering facilities across approximately 1,000 acres of cropland and forested land, as well as his beef operation. For the past 15 years, Stofer’s operation has used conservation practices to help protect Walnut Creek and Indiana’s rivers, lakes
RIVER FRIENDLY FARMER — Bill Stofer was recently honored with the River Friendly Farmer Award. From left are Don Lamb, director of the Indiana State Department of Agriculture; Stofer; and Indiana Farm Bureau Vice President Kendell Culp. Stofer was recently honored with the River Friendly Farmer Award. Photo provided by Dawn Armey. and streams. Indiana State Department of Agriculture Director Don Lamb joined the ceremony and recognized farmers for their efforts to protect the land and water resources that sustain their farms and communities. A common theme among this
year’s recipients was a commitment to leaving the land better than they found it. Through conservation efforts, Stofer is helping protect Indiana’s natural resources for future generations. The River Friendly Farmer Award is a program of the Indiana Association of Soil and Water
Conservation Districts and Indiana’s 92 Soil and Water Conservation Districts. The 2026 ceremony was sponsored by Indiana Farm Bureau, The Nature Conservancy, Indiana Corn Marketing Council, Indiana Soybean Alliance and the Indiana State Department of Agriculture.
Beware of active ingredient changes By MARK EVANS Extension Educator, ANR, Plant and Soil Science Purdue Extension Elkhart County For decades, many homeowners and gardeners bought lawn care products based strictly on brand-name recognition, expecting the formulation inside the bottle to remain the same over time; however, due to shifting corporate strategies, litigation risks and regulatory pressures, several household pesticide brands have changed their active ingredients. A recent example is Roundup. Historically synonymous with the nonselective herbicide glyphosate, residential Roundup formulations sold in the U.S. no longer contain glyphosate. Bayer transitioned its residential lawn and garden Roundup products to formulations with alternative active ingredients, including triclopyr, fluazifop-P-butyl, diquat dibromide and imazapic, beginning in 2023. Bayer has said the change was made to manage litigation risk. This change can be particu-
OLD AND NEW — Residential Roundup formulations sold in the U.S. no longer contain glyphosate. Bayer transitioned its residential lawn and garden Roundup products to formulations with different active ingredients. Photo credit: Bracken Henderson, University of Idaho Extension. larly important when homeowners use Roundup around established trees, shrubs or flower beds. A person who assumes a new formulation works exactly like the glyphosate-based product they previously used may unintentionally damage desirable plants. Different active ingredients can have different effects on plants, soil and surrounding vegetation.
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A similar evolution occurred in 2018 with the classic backyard insecticide Sevin. For more than a generation, Sevin was closely associated with carbaryl, a broad-spectrum insecticide in the carbamate family; however, GardenTech began changing some Sevin products from carbaryl to pyrethroid insecticides. Today, the active ingredient varies by Sevin product. For example, GardenTech’s Sevin Insect Killer Dust Ready to Use contains bifenthrin, while other Sevin products contain different active ingredients. These changes underscore a critical rule of modern property maintenance: Always read the label, even on familiar products. Because household brands often retain their familiar names and packaging, using a newly-formulated product exactly as you used an older version can lead to unintended consequences. Changes in active ingredients can affect which pests or weeds a product controls, how and where it should be applied, how long it remains effective, and what precautions are nec-
essary around people, pets, livestock, poultry, pollinators and desirable plants. The active ingredient is one of the most important pieces of information on a pesticide label. Before applying a familiar product, check the label to determine what’s actually in the container and whether the product is appropriate for the intended use. Assuming a product hasn’t changed simply because the brand name and logo look the same can result in damaged lawns or landscaping, unintended environmental impacts or harm to beneficial species. When in doubt, read the label or contact your local Purdue Extension office for guidance.
Trine University student completes degree Trine University students completed degrees at the end of the summer 2026 term. Morgan Howett, Warsaw, completed a degree in exercise science.
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Miner presiding: Speeding - Deigo M. Romero, Warsaw, $164.50; Brent E. Holtz, Warsaw, $164.50; Brittany N. Gregory, Warsaw, $164.50; Connor A. McCann, Warsaw, $164.50; Jacob C. Oberg, Leesburg, $164.50; Jill M. Kerby, Warsaw, $164.50; Braxton Hunt, Nappanee, $164.50; Paige A. Myers, Warsaw, $164.50; Elijah I. Smith, Warsaw, $164.50; Deigo M. Romero, Warsaw, $164.50; Courtney M. Godwin, Syracuse, $164.50; Karen M. Knapton, Milford, $164.50; Shawnan M. Myrvold, Milford, $164.50; Ross J. Johnson, Warsaw, $164.50; Rachael A. Gingerich, Nappanee, $164.50; David K. Mock, New Paris, $164.50; Patrick T. Boggs, Warsaw, $164.50; Eric J. Borkholder, Milford, $164.50; Gahel Nocelotl, Warsaw, $164.50; Gage H. Stiver, Warsaw, $164.50; Andrea S. Hoeppner, Warsaw, $164.50 Boat equipment violation/float device per-person requirement - Alexander W. Tindle, Warsaw, $164; Scott Anderson, Leesburg, $164 Failure of occupant to use a safety belt - Nicholas P. Espinosa, New Paris, $25; Dade Graham, Syracuse, $25; Hunter C. Fisher, Nappanee, $25; Larry A. Goss, Etna Green, $25; Deegan
A. Johnson, Warsaw, $25 No operator’s license in possession - Mariana L. Adame, Warsaw, $164.50 Following too closely, failure to register - Nathan P. German, Warsaw, $189.50 Permitting unlawful operation of a motorboat - Melvin L. Kemp, Nappanee, $164 Motor vehicle with muffler not in good working order causing excessive noise - Cruz M. Cacahua, Warsaw, $164.50 Operating a personal watercraft while not wearing a personal flotation device - Stephen B. Abel, Syracuse, $164 No valid driver’s license - Micah J. Hall, Pierceton, $164.50 Throwing a lighted cigarette, cigar or match from a moving motor vehicle - Marsha S. McGlennen, Silver Lake, $239.50 Failure to stop at train signal Matthew R. Patton, Mentone, $164.50 Learner’s permit violation - Mirliette Jean Baptiste, Warsaw, $164.50 Hunting wild animals, fishing or trapping without a license - Ryan S. Campbell Jr., North Manchester, $164
County RepoRt Court News Small Claims
The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Indiana Physical Therapy v. Cinthia Centeno, $925 Scott and Sylvia J. McDowell v. Mark Curry, $3,741.35 We Dump LLC v. Huntley Davis, $675; v. Victoria Forschner v. Elizabeth Forschner, $450 Hollar Dental Group v. Sean and Margaret Mabon, $969.25 Total Recovery Services Inc. v. Tonya A. Thaxton, $2,674.70
Civil Collections
The following civil collections have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Christopher D. Kehler presiding: Foursight Capital LLC v. Brad and Chelsea Brubaker, $16,648.08 Stone Creek Financial Inc. v. Monica
L. Crace, $9,224.42 Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v. Patrick Elam, $1,946.41; v. Jason Siegel, $2,530.52 Glenbrook Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Faith R. Ferguson, $14,628.47; v. Chrystal J. Newth, $10,714.06 OneMain Financial Group LLC v. Jeffrey Harkins, $14,919.43; v. Shawna M. Roberts, $9,385.52 Mariner Finance LLC v. Michael Hively, $8,499.66 Capital One NA v. Glenn McCreary, $3,744; v. Dustin D. Nabinger, $9,238.87 CommunityWide Federal Credit Union v. Ariel L. Osbun, $13,906.58 LVNV Funding LLC v. Wayne Owensby, $1,852.20 World Finance Co. of Indiana LLC v. Nealy Wallace, $1,358.16 Midland Credit Management Inc. v. Nicole R. Wood, $1,200.88
The following evictions have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Lakeland Villa Apartments v. Tyshaun M. Anderson, $3,286.13 MH Etna Green MHP LLC v. Christopher Bradley, $2,680 Mineral Springs LLC v. Allan and Maureen Frye, $8,562 Roger Korenstra v. Shauna Gibson, $5,800 Pike Lake Pointe Apartments v. Christopher Lee, $1,533.69 Nathan D. Gross v. Baylee Snyder, $9,814 Esther Fisher v. Shelby Stahly, $6,100
The following plenary has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I, Judge Karin McGrath presiding:
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Wagon Wheel receives Dekko grant, community match opportunity
LINEMEN RODEO — Shown are Kosciusko REMC linemen at the Indiana Electric Cooperative Linemen Rodeo. From left are Josh Fitzgerald, Cody Kindle, and Nick Iden.
Local Kosciusko REMC linemen compete in statewide linemen rodeo Kosciusko REMC linemen Josh Fitzgerald, Cody Kindle and Nick Iden competed in the Indiana Electric Cooperatives Linemen Rodeo Aug. 20-21, at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds in Danville. Iden placed third in the hurtman senior division event. The two-day event brings together linemen from across Indiana to compete in events based on traditional electric lineworker skills. Competitive events are held for apprentices, journeyman lineworkers and three-person teams. Participants are tested on skills including pole climbing, hurtman rescue and safely changing electric line hardware. Competitors are scored on safety, skill and speed. A total of 35 teams and 131 individuals from 26 Indiana electric cooperatives competed this year. “Watching the KREMC crews compete at the IEC Lineman Rodeo was a truly satisfying experience. It was especially exciting to see our team compete in this event for the first time,” said Jon Justice, vice president of engineering and operations. “They worked together as a team, demonstrated great skill and brought a strong competitive spirit to every challenge. Seeing the crews put their training, teamwork and dedication into action was something to be proud of. They represented KREMC very well and showed that they were
Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts has received an $80,000 investment from the Dekko Foundation to support its continued work providing arts experiences and education for children and young people. The award includes a $40,000 outright grant and up to $40,000 in dollar-for-dollar matching funds from gifts made by individuals and corporations, according to a news release from Wagon Wheel. Wagon Wheel will apply the matching opportunity to its Next Act campaign, giving community members the opportunity to double the impact of their support. Up to $40,000 in qualifying donations will be matched dollar for dollar by the Dekko Foundation. The investment will help sustain youth-centered opportunities including Wagon Wheel Conservatory, Wagon Wheel Junior and student field trip performances. These programs give young people oppor-
tunities to explore their interests, build skills and confidence, express themselves creatively and develop relationships with adult mentors. The grant will also support Wagon Wheel’s efforts to make these experiences accessible to more young people, including first-time participants. “We are incredibly grateful to the Dekko Foundation for this investment and for the opportunity it creates for our entire community to multiply its support,” said Kira Lace Hawkins, education and outreach director. “This funding helps us continue creating meaningful experiences where young people can discover what they are capable of while opening those opportunities to even more children and families.” To support Wagon Wheel’s Next Act and help unlock the $40,000 match, go online to wagonwheelcenter.org/nextact.
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THIRD PLACE — Kosciusko REMC linemen Nick Iden received a third place award for the hurtman rescue senior division event. Photos provided by Kosciusko REMC. ready to compete alongside some of the best in the industry.” The hurtman rescue event is a vital training exercise linemen practice regularly to prepare for emergencies. It involves climbing a pole and lowering a dummy representing an unconscious worker. Iden was proud to place third
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Public Auctions Phone Bid Real Estate Auction Biding open until 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3. Property located 6 miles west of the US 20 and SR 13 junction in Middlebury, on US 20 to CR 29, south 2 miles; or 2 miles east of SR 15 on US 20 to CR 29, south 2 miles to 59093 CR 29. For bidding and bidding updates, call (260) 499-0216 or (260) 4990093. Equipment And Vehicle Auction 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 5. Located at 1582 W. SR 114, North Manchester. Metzger Property Services, metzgerauction.com. Ole Barber Shop Building Auction 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 5. Property located at 103 S. Jefferson St., Silver Lake.
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Online Diecast Farm Toy Auction Bidding open until 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 5. Pickup at 1582 W. SR 114, North Manchester. Metzger Property Services, metzgerauction.com. Schlitz Estate Auction 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9. Located at 401 S. Oakland Ave., Nappanee. Hahn Auctioneers, hahnrealtyandacution.com. Online Land Auction 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9. Property located at W. 800N, North Manchester. Metzger Property Services, metzgerauction.com. Katzer Real Estate Auction 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9. Located at 529 E. Acorn Drive, Warsaw. Hahn Auctioneers, hahnrealtyandacution.com.
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Tippy Creek Winery Real Estate Auction Bidding open until 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10. Property located at 5998 N. 200E, Leesburg. Metzger Property Services, metzgerauction.com. Marshall County Land Auction 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10. Located at Claywood Event Center, 13920 N. 1100W, Nappanee. Property located at the corner of Beech Rd. and 6th Rd., Bremen. Hahn Auctioneers, hahnrealtyandacution.com. Cummings Auction Noon Friday, Sept. 11. Located at 20316 CR 36, Goshen. Hahn Auctioneers, hahnrealtyandacution.com. Phone Bid Real Estate Auction Bidding open until 4 p.m. Tues-
day, Sept. 15. Inspections 4-6 p.m. Tuesdays. Property located 3.7 miles west of the SR 13 and US 20 junction in Middlebury, on US 20 to CR 31, south 1 mile to CR 18, west 1/8 mile to 57850 CR 18, Goshen. For bidding and bidding updates, call (260) 499-0216 or
(260) 499-0093. Online Real Estate Auction 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15. Open house 5:30-6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10. Property located at 9674 E. 150S, Pierceton. Metzger Property Services, metzgerauction. com.
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IN THE LAB — Pharmacy students get hands-on experience in one of the university’s pharmacy labs at Cedarville University. Photo by Scott Huck, provided by Cedarville University.
Grace, Cedarville partner to prepare healthcare professionals As the United States faces a continuing need for pharmacists and other healthcare professionals, Grace College in Winona Lake is expanding opportunities for students to enter high-demand health professions through a new partnership with Cedarville University in Cedarville, Ohio. The agreement creates a direct entry pathway each year for a minimum of three Grace students to pursue a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree at Cedarville. Each student will receive a $30,000 tuition scholarship. The partnership comes as the pharmacy profession is experiencing renewed interest and evolving workforce needs, according to a news release from Cedarville University. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment of pharmacists will grow 5% from 2024 to 2034, with approximately 14,200 openings each year during the decade. Meanwhile, applications to U.S. pharmacy schools increased 6% from last year, marking a second consecutive year of growth in applicants and applications, according to the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy. “This partnership creates a clear and affordable pathway for Grace College students who believe God is calling them to serve through pharmacy,” said Dr. Jeff Bates, dean of Cedarville University’s School of Pharmacy. “By completing their prerequisites at Grace and transitioning directly into our Doctor of Pharmacy program, Grace students will reduce their financial cost for the program, complete the program in less time and still be prepared to become highly skilled, compassionate pharmacists. We’re excited to partner with Grace so that more pharmacists have a platform to care for patients and serve Christ.” Grace students will complete their required undergraduate coursework at Grace before tran-
sitioning to professional pharmacy education at Cedarville. The pathway is designed to reduce some academic and financial barriers. In addition to the $30,000 scholarship, qualified Grace graduates can receive up to $500 in reimbursement for campus visit expenses and the program application fee. To qualify for the PharmD pathway, students must complete at least 68 semester hours of undergraduate coursework, including prerequisites in chemistry, biology, anatomy and physiology, microbiology, calculus, communication, biblical studies and the humanities. Students must earn a grade of C or better in each prerequisite course and maintain a cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 2.75. Students may apply to Cedarville’s PharmD program while completing their final prerequisites. Those who meet Cedarville’s published admission requirements receive preferred enrollment benefits. Cedarville may admit more Grace students based on class size availability. For Grace and Cedarville, the agreement extends beyond pharmacy and creates additional pathways for students seeking advanced education in healthcare. Qualified Grace graduates will also have preferred opportunities in three other Cedarville graduate healthcare programs: athletic training, PA (physician assistant) studies and advanced nursing practice. Together, the programs give Grace students defined pathways into five graduate-level health care fields and expand the college’s ability to prepare students for careers serving patients and communities. The partnership also reflects Grace and Cedarville’s shared Christian mission of preparing health care professionals to combine professional excellence with compassionate, Christ-centered service.
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FFW Corporation announces earnings
CAMP HERO DONATION — Pictured from left are Bill Cook, of the Warsaw Noon Optimist Club; Sgt. Justin Smith, director of Camp Hero; and Kathy Hamman, Pat Redpath, Steve Martin and Gaylord Johnston, all of the Optimist club. Photo provided by Warsaw Noon Optimist Club.
Warsaw Noon Optimist Club donates $500 to Camp Hero The Warsaw Noon Optimist Club recently donated $500 to Camp Hero. Camp Hero is a three-day summer camp organized by the
Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department. The camp teaches children about public safety and first responder careers. It allows children to see first responders as
regular people and build trust between the kids and first responders, according to a news release from the Warsaw Noon Optimist Club.
FFW Corporation, the parent corporation of Crossroads Bank, announced earnings for the quarter and year-to-date ended June 30, 2026. For the three months ended June 30, 2026, the corporation reported net income of $1,762,000, or $1.62 per common share, compared to $1,461,000, or $1.35 per common share, for the three months ended June 30, 2025. Net interest income for the three months ended June 30, 2026, was $4,926,000, compared to $4,385,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2025. The provision for credit losses was $150,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2026, and $75,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2025. Total noninterest income was $1,367,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2026, compared to $1,221,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2025. Noninterest expense was $4,154,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2026, and $3,906,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2025. For the 12 months ended June 30, 2026, the corporation reported net income of $6,585,000 or $6.06 per common share compared to $5,542,000 or $5.01 per common share for the 12 months ended June 30, 2025. Net interest income for the 12 months ended June 30, 2026, was $18,789,000 compared to $16,279,000 for the 12 months ended June 30, 2025. The corporation recognized a provision for credit losses of $400,000 for the 12 months ended June 30, 2026, and $200,000 for the 12 months ended June 30, 2025. Total noninterest income was $5,067,000 for the 12 months ended June 30, 2026, compared to $5,070,000 for the 12 months ended June 30, 2025. Noninterest expense was $16,036,000 for the 12 months ended June 30,
2026, and $15,006,000 for the 12 months ended June 30, 2025. The three- and 12-month periods ended June 30, 2026, represented a return on average common equity of 12.26% and 12.00%, respectively, compared to 11.77% and 11.10% for the three- and 12-month periods ended June 30, 2025. The three- and 12-month periods ended June 30, 2026, represented a return on average assets of 1.16% and 1.13%, respectively, compared to 1.03% and 0.97% for the three- and 12-month periods ended June 30, 2025. The allowance for credit losses as a percentage of gross loans receivable was 1.32% at June 30, 2026, compared to 1.35% at June 30, 2025. Nonperforming assets were $6,487,000 at June 30, 2026, compared to $8,147,000 at June 30, 2025. As of June 30, 2026, FFWC’s equity-to-assets ratio was 9.55%, compared to 8.76% at June 30, 2025. Total assets at June 30, 2026, were $613,963,000, compared to $570,108,000 at June 30, 2025. Shareholders’ equity was $58,620,000 at June 30, 2026, compared to $49,944,000 at June 30, 2025. Crossroads Bank exceeds all applicable regulatory requirements to be considered “well-capitalized.” The corporation has an active share repurchase program. During the quarter ended June 30, 2026, the corporation repurchased 1,255 shares at an average price of $50.50. Year-to-date, the corporation repurchased 3,810 shares at an average price of $46.09. 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.
Due to popular demand, the International Wood Collectors Society will hold its 79th annual meeting in Shipshewana for the third time in the past 10 years. The nonprofit organization has held annual meetings in locations throughout the United States and abroad, but Shipshewana has proven to be one of its most popular destinations. Members enjoy visiting the area’s small Amish wood-related businesses, as well as local attractions and food offerings. The IWCS was founded in 1947 as a way for botanists, dendrol-
ogists, foresters and other wood professionals to acquire wood for identification samples and exchange information. The public later took notice and joined the organization to build private wood sample collections and purchase unusual wood for woodworking projects. Today, wood hobbyists make up the majority of the membership. The meeting will run Sept. 9-12 at the Farmstead Inn, 370 S. Van Buren St., Shipshewana. Guests are welcome to attend demonstrations, tours and presentations by guest speakers. Members also will display projects, some of which will be available for purchase. At 9 a.m. Saturday, a large wood auction open to the public will begin. Items will include freshly-sawn, live-edge slabs, kiln-dried hardwoods, bowl blanks and domestic and exotic woods. For the first time in IWCS history, the public is invited to attend the entire event for a $50 registration fee, the same fee paid by members. The registration form and event agenda are available at woodcollectors.org.
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