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Learning DisconnecteD:

Early reactions to the phone ban Text and Photos By ADALIN ECK Staff Intern On July 1, Indiana enacted Senate Bill 78, establishing stricter rules for phone use during the school day. According to IC 20-302-2, the school day is defined as “the entirety of the time a student is present on school property for a student instructional day.” Students cannot use wireless communication devices from bell to bell, including during lunch and passing periods. Thirty-nine states have enacted laws that restrict phone usage during the school day, including 18 with full bell-to-bell restrictions. Indiana’s phone ban allows each school to decide how to implement the policy and where students store their phones. Fairfield Jr./Sr. High School, Warsaw Community High School and Wawasee High School require personal devices to be inaccessible to students and require students to power off their phones and keep them in their backpacks or lockers throughout the school day. The phone ban has been associated with fewer disciplinary incidents and academic improvement. The National Bureau of Economic Research found that schools with phone bans in place

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for several years see improvements in students’ well-being and academic performance in certain subjects, particularly math. Students from three schools shared how they believe the phone ban has changed their schools. “It feels excessive … the ban does more harm than good,” Fairfield senior Ashton Evans said. Similarly, Rosalee Alderfer, a senior at Warsaw, said, “I don’t … think it will end up being harmful, but it definitely isn’t helpful, either.” However, Wawasee senior Julia Stover said, “I feel like overall students have been more productive.” Warsaw Community High School has about 2,000 students, compared with fewer than 1,000 at Wawasee and Fairfield. The size difference creates different social environments at each school. Students had differing opinions about changes to their social environments. “I feel like everyone is connecting easier with each other without their phones constantly being in their faces,” Warsaw senior Silas Boren said. Evans said, “Yes and no. It is too soon in the year to properly tell,” believing that changes in Fairfield’s social environment

WORKING IN THE LIBRARY — Wawasee students shown from left, Omara Ervin, Cassi White, Samara Ashe and Jessica Targgart, all freshmen, work in the library.

ASSIGNMENT WORK — Working together on an assignment from left are Wawasee students Emily Stookey, Kennedi Lantz and Brody Anderson, all freshmen. may become clearer as the year continues. Wawasee junior Jamisen Dixon said, “everybody is trying to find a way to express themselves without their phone.” All three schools had phone restrictions, but none were as strict as the bell-to-bell policy. Despite their hesitations, students see some benefits.

“I believe that there are … advantages, such as fewer distractions in the school,” Evans said. Fewer distractions may allow teachers to spend less time addressing phone-related disruptions and more time on instruction. “I would say that the social aspect of the phone ban is the biggest advantage,” Boren said.

This increased interaction gives students more opportunities to connect with their peers during the school day. According to a Pew Research study, a majority of teachers report that developing better social skills is a major reason they support the phone ban. “People are less afraid to be themselves,” Stover explained. Continued on page 3

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Each passenger matters to Glen Auterson By MAKSYM HART Staff Writer Driving for KABS may mean taking passengers where they need to go, but for Glen Auterson, it also means an opportunity to listen, lend a hand and make someone’s day a little better. Auterson began working for KABS in July, after deciding he wanted a job that would let him help people while spending his days on the road. Just over 90 days into the position, he said he already sees it as the kind of work he could stay with for years. “I wake up and I can’t wait to be here,” Auterson said. “It’s something I can see myself retiring to.” Before joining KABS, Auterson worked at Walmart for several years. Auterson had already been involved in community service through his church, including helping distribute food on Wednesdays. But he had never worked as a professional driver. When he found the KABS job posting online, he decided to pursue it. The process included earning a for-hire endorsement, something he did not initially have. Auterson said it took him three attempts to pass the test, but he kept at it and called KABS after earning the endorsement. He said the opportunity felt

like a blessing. Now, his days generally begin around 7:30 a.m. with a regular morning route. Midday trips vary, taking riders to places such as medical appointments, grocery stores and jobs. By late afternoon, he returns to another routine route, including transporting Cardinal Services clients home. Some riders become familiar faces. Auterson said he regularly transports one passenger to and from work and sees others who travel between Cardinal and their group homes. One rider he remembers especially well was a woman receiving cancer treatment. KABS transported her regularly for several months. When she learned she was cancer free, Auterson celebrated with her and gave her a card. “That was a really good day,” he said. Those relationships are what make the job meaningful to him. Auterson said riders often share stories about their lives during trips. One man frequently talks about his late wife, and Auterson said he enjoys listening to the memories and giving passengers someone to talk with. “It isn’t just a job to me,” he said. “It is a blessing to be serving the community.” He also sees the service as a way to preserve independence

for people who cannot drive. He recalled an older woman whose routine includes getting her hair done, going to the grocery store and returning home. Auterson said he tries to treat older passengers as he would his own grandparents. “I’d want to help them out,” he said. “It gives them independence.” Even simple conversations can matter, he said. Riders may talk about what they had for dinner, how their evening went or what they plan to do over the weekend. For passengers with limited opportunities to get out or socialize, those exchanges can become an important part of the ride. Auterson said he has always considered himself a “people person,” someone who enjoys lifting others’ spirits when they are having a difficult day. That is what he hoped to find when he went looking for a driving job, and after a few months behind the wheel, what he believes he found. “I love people,” Auterson said. “I love helping people out and trying to make their day.”

HAIL TO THE BUS DRIVER — New KABS driver Glen Auterson said he enjoys getting to know passengers and helping them maintain their independence. The role gives Auterson an opportunity to serve and connect with people in the community. Photo by Maksym Hart.

Molly Lewis participates in Service Corps Molly Lewis, of Warsaw, is among the 100 SUNY Oneonta students participating in the third class of Empire State Ser-

vice Corps members during the 2026-27 academic year. Lewis, who is studying museum studies and is a member of the class of 2027, is completing their “Healthy Futures” cohort and the “Food Insecurity SNAP & Basic Needs” impact area at the Cooperstown Food Pantry. Two years after launching, SUNY’s Empire State Service Corps has more than doubled in size at SUNY Oneonta and expanded its reach throughout the greater Oneonta community. SUNY Oneonta played a leading role in the program’s launch in 2024, with 48 students in its inaugural cohort — the most of any participating SUNY campus. This year, 100 students are participating, making Oneonta’s 2026-27 cohort one of the largest in the SUNY system, alongside Binghamton University and the

University at Buffalo. Through the Empire State Service Corps, students complete paid public service in areas ranging from K-12 education and basic needs outreach to sustainability, civic engagement and mental health. Placements now include area state parks, schools, nonprofits, food banks, Head Start programs and other community organizations, as well as on-campus services such as the Red Dragon Food Pantry and Bugbee Children’s Center. “One of our biggest goals has been to build meaningful partnerships throughout the community,” said Francis Carter, director of SUNY Oneonta’s Center for Volunteerism and Community Engagement, who leads the ESSC at Oneonta. “Students want to make a difference, and our local organizations have incredible opportunities for them to do just that.”

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HELP NEEDED — Hundreds of volunteers come together during the Feed My Starving Children Warsaw MobilePack event to pack meals for children around the world who are facing hunger. This year’s event is in

need of volunteers and donations. Photo provided by Warsaw Community Schools.

Early reactions Continued from page 1 Despite the benefits, students see issues with the phone ban. “There is a cutoff on communication in times of need,” Evans said. Limited communication with the outside world is a major criticism of the phone ban. “It’s harder to make plans and have rides everywhere,” Dixon said. Many teachers are asking parents to reduce their children’s phone use at home so students can adjust to less immediate communication during the school day. “I feel like it’s causing me to be more of a ‘phone zombie’ when I get home,” Alderfer said. This reflects concerns that phone addiction is a significant issue among teenagers, something the phone

ban is trying to address within the school system. Wawasee principal Geoff Walmer stated, “It’s trying to get kids to steer away from the addiction that feeds negative mental health.” The students’ opinions about the phone ban have prompted calls for changes to the policy. Evans suggested that phone use should be a reward instead of a free-time activity at the end of class. “This policy would reward good behaviors and encourage students to keep or shift to said good behaviors,” he said. A reward system could help students view phone use as a privilege rather than something to be taken for granted.

“I would only apply it to the limits of the classroom,” Boren said, believing that keeping the policy unchanged is more beneficial. Similarly, Dixon said, “if it’s a passing period, I feel like you should be able to have it.” Students also question how the ban will affect those with health conditions who need their phones throughout the day. “We got to make sure that they’re able to take care of their health and if the only way to do that is for them

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The 2026 Feed My Starving Children Warsaw MobilePack is coming up soon, and the Feed My Starving Children steering team is calling on the Warsaw community to help fill the final volunteer spots and close the remaining fundraising gap. This year’s Hunger to Hope Warsaw MobilePack will take place Oct. 5-8 at Warsaw Community High School’s Tiger Recreational Activity Center, known as the TRAC. About 300 volunteer spots remain open, and the steering team is still working to raise the final $20,000 needed to fully fund the event, according to a news release from Warsaw Community Schools. The Warsaw MobilePack brings together students, families, businesses, churches and community members to pack nutritious meals that Feed My Starving Children distributes to children facing hunger around the world. Warsaw Community Schools students will once again be an important part of the effort. All WCS middle school students will participate during the school day, along with groups of elementary students and WCS clubs and athletic teams. The entire community is invited to participate during public packing sessions from 6-8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5; Tuesday, Oct. 6; and Wednesday, Oct. 7, at the TRAC. Families, businesses, churches, teams and community organizations are encouraged to register together. In addition to packing meals for children around the world, this year’s Warsaw MobilePack will also host a canned food drive to support local hunger needs in Kosciusko County. Volunteers and community members are encouraged to bring canned food donations to the event. High need items include: Easy mac, boxes of macaroni and cheese, canned meals/pasta (i.e. Chef Boyardee, ravioli), beef jerky, beef sticks, trail mix, boxes of oatmeal packets and microwavable rice pouches. Community members can also support the MobilePack by making a financial contribution. A gift of just $106 provides a child with nutritious meals for an entire year. Volunteer registration and donation information are available at warsawmobilepack.com. The Warsaw MobilePack is made possible through the donations of local businesses, churches, families and individuals. This year’s sponsors include: Hunger Impact Sponsors: Orchard Medical Development, SYM Financial Advisors, Zimmer Biomet and Warsaw Community Schools Hunger Conqueror Sponsors: DePuy, Downtown Eatery, Maple Leaf Farms and Warsaw Community Church Hunger Champion Sponsors: Digger Specialties Inc., Our House Real Estate, PayProTec and Wildman Business Group Hunger Hero Sponsors: Anika, Bill & Kathy Hamman, G&G Hauling, Medtronic, Milestone Construction Company, Miller Cattle Co., Performance Services, Polk Equipment, Jasmine Gabriel-Schlitt Family Dentistry and TL Jackson Construction Inc. Hunger Advocate Sponsors: Faith First Fellowship Church, Johnson Chiropractic, Julia Moore-Bailey Moore Foundation, Knights of Columbus Council 4511 and Warsaw Orthodontics.

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New questions Little Tikes kitchen — Does anyone have a Little Tikes kitchen (for kids) that’s still in great shape? Call (574) 529-2250. Washing machine/rabbit — Wanted: Automatic washing machine; spin cycle must work. Also looking for a buck lop-eared rabbit. Call (989) 742-4994. Newspapers — Wanted: Extra newspapers to

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CHILD’S NAME ON EACH BOOK — Volunteers labeling books from left are Martha Whetstone, Operation Read volunteer, Martie Lennane, Altrusa, Vicki Martin, Altrusa, and DeeAnna Musaki, Operation Read executive director. Each child receiving a book knows it was intended especially for them because their name appears on the front-cover label. Photo provided by Altrusa Warsaw.

Warsaw Altrusa embraces the theme of ‘Love-Literacy-Legacy’ The Altrusa Club of Warsaw is embracing the latest literacy theme for the international organization. Each Altrusa International biennium a new theme is chosen by the newly elected international president. The international president for the current biennium is Chris Devlieger from Dekalb, Ill. She chose the theme “Love-Literacy-Legacy.” “Love comes from serving others,” said Devlieger. “Literacy has been Altrusa’s international focus since 2001, and legacy means leaving a lasting impact.” Altrusa Warsaw embraces “Love-Literacy-Legacy” by giving volunteer hours and monetary do-

nations to local organizations, according to a news release from the local group. Most recently, Altrusa Warsaw presented a $500 donation to Operation Read. Operation Read encourages reading and promotes literacy by ensuring books are provided to children in Kosciusko County. Each month during the school year, 400 to 500 books are distributed. Books are delivered to every elementary school in Kosciusko County, Warsaw Early Headstart and Headstart. Also, books are distributed to organizations such as Making Healthy Families, Combined Community Services, the Salvation Army and the Beaman Home.

Altrusa members volunteer monthly at Operation Read located in the North Webster Elementary School. Members label, sort and pack the books for distribution. Each child receiving a book knows the book was chosen especially for them as their name appears on the front cover label. In addition, Altrusa members continue to promote literacy by reading to children at Warsaw Early Head Start, their Lincoln School adopted class and by maintaining two Little Libraries. To learn more about Altrusa and volunteer opportunities, join group members at noon Thursday, Oct. 1, at First United Methodist Church, downtown Warsaw.

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Main Street Warsaw to host second annual downtown fashion weekend Main Street Warsaw is inviting the community to experience the second annual Downtown Warsaw Fashion Weekend, presented by Toyota of Warsaw, Friday, Oct. 2, and Saturday, Oct. 3. The event will showcase local fashion and downtown businesses. The weekend kicks off with a

free Downtown Sip N Shop from 5-7 p.m. Friday at participating downtown businesses. The event is open to the public and will feature complimentary wine and cheese, art vendors and street musicians throughout downtown. The excitement continues Saturday evening with the ticketed Downtown Warsaw Fashion

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Weekend runway show at The Vic, 110 N. Buffalo St., Warsaw. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., with a red carpet cocktail hour from 7:30-8:30 p.m. The runway show will take place from 8:30-9:30 p.m. and feature fashions from Glam Boutique, Finley & Co. Boutique and Male Fashions. Following the runway show, guests are invited to continue the celebration at an afterparty at Anthology Whiskey Bar from 9:30-11 p.m. The afterparty will feature a cabaret performance by Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts, as well as opportunities to mingle with fashion models and fellow guests. Tickets for Saturday night’s event are $75 for an individual ticket or $125 for a pair. Tickets include admission to both the

runway show and afterparty. Downtown Warsaw Fashion Weekend provides an opportunity to highlight local retailers and the unique shopping experiences available in downtown Warsaw while encouraging residents and visitors to shop local, enjoy downtown businesses and experience the community in a new way. “Downtown Warsaw Fashion Weekend is a great way to celebrate our local retailers while bringing people together for a fun and unique downtown experience,” said Downtown Devel-

opment Director Terry Sweeney. “From Friday night’s Sip N Shop to Saturday’s runway show and afterparty, this weekend offers a fun way to experience downtown Warsaw, support local businesses and celebrate the fashion and creativity in our community.” Downtown Warsaw Fashion Weekend is presented by Toyota of Warsaw and hosted by Main Street Warsaw. For tickets, event details and additional information, visit the downtown Warsaw fashion weekend website, warsawcdc.org.

New Paris Park Days Block Party Oct. 3 New Paris will host its annual Park Days Block Party from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, in downtown New Paris. The free, family-friendly event will feature live music, food trucks, artisan vendors, games and activities, bounce houses, photo booths and a chicken drop. Live music featuring local musicians will begin at 10 a.m.

and continue throughout the day. Mark Gaut will perform at 10 a.m., followed by Samuel Jay Brown at noon and Big Daddy Dupree’s Broke and Hungry Blues Band at 2 p.m. Local artisan vendors will set up along Main and Market streets, providing an opportunity for attendees to shop from small businesses and local creators.

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FASHION WEEK — Pictured from left are Tim Hamann, owner of Male Fashions; Michelle Smith LeDrew, owner of Glam Boutique; and Jenny Finley, owner of Finley & Co Boutique. Photo provided.

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Fall into October at the Warsaw library By ANDREA GRANGER Marketing Communications Manager Warsaw Community Public Library With the first drift of a leaf comes the magic of autumn. Brisk air, colorful trees and the ritual of holding a warm mug on a crisp morning make this a season that invites us to slow down a little. Here’s a look at what’s scheduled for the month of October: • Thursday and Friday, Oct. 1-2: Preschool Story Time with activity stations, 10:15 to noon, Room C • Saturday, Oct. 3: Family Time at the Winona Lake Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., off site; Local Author Book Fair, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Room AB; Story Emporium Used Bookstore, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Stafford Book Sale Room • Monday, Oct. 5: Toddler Story Time with play time, 10:1511:30 a.m., Room C; Friends of the Library, 1-2 p.m., Room AB; Genre Book Club, 6-7 p.m., Room AB • Tuesday, Oct. 6: Toddler Lounge, 10 a.m. to noon, Room AB; Story Emporium Used Bookstore, 4-7 p.m., Stafford Book Sale Room; Scrapbook Paper Pumpkin, 6-7 p.m. Room C

• Thursday and Friday, Oct. 8-9: Preschool Story Time with activity stations, 10:15 a.m. to noon, Room C; • Thursday, Oct. 8: DIY & Craft Club Meetup: Miniatures, 2-5 p.m., Room AB • Saturday, Oct. 10: Family Bingo, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Room AB; Story Emporium Used Bookstore, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Stafford Book Sale Room • Monday, Oct. 12: The library is closed in observance of Columbus/Indigenous Peoples’ Day • Tuesday, Oct. 13: Story Emporium Used Bookstore, 4-7 p.m., Stafford Book Sale Room; Kids Picture Bingo, 5-6 p.m., Room AB; Creative Writing Club, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Room C • Wednesday, Oct. 14: Chair Yoga, 11:15 a.m. to noon, Room AB; Fall Clean Up/Winter Preparation, 3-4 p.m., Room AB • Friday, Oct. 16: Library Lego, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Room AB • Saturday, Oct. 17: Story Emporium Used Bookstore, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Stafford Book Sale Room • Monday, Oct. 19: Toddler Story Time, 10:15-11:30 a.m., Room C; Warsaw Community Public Library trustees meeting, 4-5 p.m., Room AB • Tuesday, Oct. 20: Story Emporium Used Bookstore, 4-7

p.m., Stafford Book Sale Room • Thursday and Friday, Oct. 22-23: Preschool Story Time with activity stations, 10:15 a.m. to noon, Room C • Saturday, Oct. 24: Greyt Readers, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Room AB; Story Emporium Used Bookstore, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Stafford Book Sale Room • Monday, Oct. 26: Toddler Story Time, 10:15-11:30 a.m., Room C; Beginning Crocheting for Adults, 6-7 p.m., Room C • Tuesday, Oct. 27: Toddler Lounge, 10 a.m. to noon, Room AB; Story Emporium Used Bookstore, 4-7 p.m., Stafford Book Sale Room; “You’re Starting A Business? Really?” 6-7:30 p.m., Room AB • Thursday and Friday, Oct. 29-30: Preschool Story Time with activity stations, 10:15 a.m. to noon, Room C • Thursday, Oct. 30: Quilt Showcase & Talk, 3-4 p.m. and 4:30-5:30 p.m., Room AB • Friday, Oct. 30: Japanese Tea, 3-4 p.m., Room C • Saturday, Oct. 31: Story Emporium Used Bookstore, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Stafford Book Sale Room For the full calendar, program registration and access to the library’s digital resources 24/7, visit warsawlibrary.org.

PILE OF ACTIVITIES — As the leaves begin to fall, the Warsaw library is offering a pile of activities during the month of October. Photo provided by Warsaw Community Public Library.

Jonah fish fry The Waubee Lake Association will hold a Jonah Fish Fry Saturday, Oct. 10, at Mr. Rooter, 305 N. Higbee St, Milford. The event starts at 3 p.m. and continues until sold out. Presale tickets are available to purchase from any board member. Fish will be held until 5 p.m. for those with presale tickets.

A fish-only meal includes six pieces of Alaskan Pollock and tartar sauce for $15. Amish fry pies will be available for $4 each. Igloo ice cream will be available for $4, and soda and water will be $1 each. For more information, call Sue Moneyheffer at (574) 596-7167. All proceeds benefit the Waubee Lake Enhancement Fund.

WACF’s Fall-Tastic Trail Walk Oct. 3-4 The Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation invites the community to celebrate the magic of autumn at its Fall-Tastic Trail Walk, from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3 and Sunday, Oct. 4. The event is held at the Levinson-LaBrosse Education Center

on SR 13 in Syracuse. This free, family-friendly event transforms roughly two miles of trails into a festive fall and Halloween experience. Guests will enjoy colorful fall leaves, peaceful nature sounds, and a playful scavenger hunt de-

signed for kids and kids-at-heart. Along the way, visitors can learn fun facts about nature, fall traditions, water quality and the unique features of the Wawasee watershed. WACF welcomes leashed dogs, and refreshments will be available in the pavilion for both you and your fur-baby. For guests with mobility challenges, WACF volunteers will gladly provide escorted trail experiences to ensure everyone can enjoy the day. The Fall-Tastic Trail Walk is a celebration of community, curiosity and the beauty of the season - an opportunity to explore, learn and enjoy the outdoors together. Admission is free, and all ages

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Spooky fun at Oct. 3 market inspired by ‘Halloween Town’ Good Vibes Market will be hosting its third annual Halloween Town market, inspired by the movie “Halloween Town.” The market will take place from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, 1400 E. Smith St., Warsaw. The market has once again partnered with Soul Takers Acres to offer a lights-on, live action event for kids and their fam-

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Tracking EHD in Indiana’s deer population Epizootic hemorrhagic disease is a potentially fatal virus in white-tailed deer that is transmitted by biting midges that live in small pools of standing water and mud. EHD occurs naturally in the deer population and affects them every year. Clinical signs of the disease may include not eating,

weakness, loss of fear of humans, inability to stand, excessive drooling or other unusual behaviors. Typically, deer that die from EHD are found by water. EHD is often fatal, but some deer will survive and develop immunity. Help DNR track EHD by reporting dead deer found in or near water in the late summer

months through the online sick or dead wildlife reporting tool on its website at in.gov/dnr. When possible, these deer are tested to confirm the presence of EHD. Maps of EHD reports by county are available showing the number of suspected, confirmed and tested deer during outbreaks.

Salmon and steelhead fishing tips for Lake Michigan and its tributaries Starting in late August, a few early Chinook and coho salmon can be found temporarily resting and feeding around the entrance to tributary streams of Lake Michigan. Most salmon return to streams for spawning in mid-September through late October. Salmon like cooler water, so fish for them when Lake Michigan surface temperatures are under 70 degrees and stream temperatures are under 60 degrees. Rain also helps spur salmon spawning migration. For shore fishing in Lake Michigan itself, the mouth of Burns Ditch at City of Portage Lakefront Park, Michigan City Harbor and East Chicago Marina all re-

ceive salmon stockings that support fall returns of mature fish. Trail Creek, Salt Creek, East Branch Little Calumet River and Deep River are the places to try if you want to stream fish in Lake, LaPorte or Porter counties. A variety of DNR public fishing areas and city and county parks provide fishing access. Many of these can be found using the interactive Where to Fish map. You can also check out DNR’s Fishing Reports or call the Lake Michigan Office for more information at (219) 874-6824. Don’t forget that anglers will need both a fishing license and a trout/salmon stamp, which can be bought online. Be sure to review current fishing regulations.

As of 2026, bag limits are five trout and salmon combined, of which no more than three can be lake trout.

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2026-2027 migratory bird hunting seasons Several migratory bird hunting seasons open in September and October. Full migratory bird hunting season dates, as well as bag limits, are available online at the Indiana DNR website. Mourning Dove • Statewide: Sept. 1 to Oct. 18, Nov. 1-29 and Dec. 19-31; Daily Bag Limit: 15. Snipe • Statewide: Sept. 1 to Dec. 16; Daily Bag Limit: 8. Sora Rail • Statewide: Sept. 1 to Nov. 9; Daily Bag Limit: 25. American Woodcock • Statewide: Oct. 15 to Nov. 28; Daily Bag Limit: 3. Ducks And Coots • North Zone: Oct. 24 to Dec. 13 and Dec. 19-27. • Central Zone: Oct. 31 to Nov. 8 and Nov. 21 to Jan. 10. • South Zone: Nov. 7-8 and Nov. 28 to Jan. 24. Daily bag limit for all zones is explained below. Canada Geese, Brant And Light Geese • North Zone: Oct. 24 to Nov. 1 and Nov. 21 to Feb. 14. • Central Zone: Sept. 5-13, Oct. 31 to Nov. 8 and Nov. 21 to Feb. 14. • South Zone: Sept. 1-13, Nov. 7-11 and Nov. 21 to Feb. 14. Daily bag limit for all zones is explained below. White-Fronted Geese • Statewide: Nov. 21 to Feb. 14; Daily Bag Limit: 2. Youth/Veteran Hunting Days • North Zone: Oct. 17-18. • Central Zone: Oct. 24-25. • South Zone: Oct. 31 to Nov. 1. Daily Bag Limit for all zones is same as regular season.

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those dates. • Wood ducks: Only three wood ducks may be taken daily. The daily bag for mergansers (which is separate from the duck limit) is five, including not more than two hooded mergansers. The daily bag limit for coots is 15. Possession limit for ducks, coots and mergansers is three times the daily bag limit. Geese Daily Bag Limit The bag limit for Canada geese and brant is five geese in the aggregate. The possession limit is three times the daily bag limit. Shooting hours are onehalf hour before sunrise to sunset. The daily bag limit for light geese - snow, blue and/or Ross’ geese - is 20, with no possession limit for light geese. The daily bag limit for white-fronted geese is 2. The possession limit is three times the daily bag limit. Shooting hours are one-half hour before sunrise to sunset.

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OBituaries Lois M. Lenaburg

Lois M. Lenaburg, 91, died Monday, Sept. 21, 2026, at Kingston Care Center in Fort Wayne. Arrangements are currently pending at McHatton Sadler Funeral Chapels, Warsaw.

Diana Mann

Diana Mann, 76, Warsaw, died Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026, at Miller’s Merry Manor of Warsaw. Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw.

Rob Robinson

Rob Robinson, 83, Warsaw, died

Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026, at Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital. Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw.

Alice Schilling

Alice Schilling, 93, Warsaw, died Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, at Paddock Springs. Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw.

Mary Schmidt

Mary Schmidt, 83, Leesburg, died Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026. Arrangements are currently pending at Titus Funeral Home of North Webster.

Major Kosciusko County employers to recruit at Oct. 1 hiring fair Job seekers looking for their next career opportunity will have the chance to connect directly with some of Kosciusko County’s leading employers, including Slate Auto and Zimmer Biomet, at the upcoming HireKosciusko Hiring Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, at Zimmer Biomet Center Lake Pavilion. The event is sponsored by OrthoWorx, in partnership with the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce, Kosciusko Economic Development Corp., the Kosciusko County Community Foundation, the Kosciusko Human Resource Association and WorkOne Northern Indiana, to bring together employers representing a wide range of industries, career paths and skill sets, according to a news release from OrthoWorx. Participating employers include: Avalign Implants & Instruments; Cardinal Services; Danco Medical; Goodwill Industries; Hoosier Racing Tire; LeGrand AV; Maple Leaf Farms; Micropulse Paragon Medical; Seasons HomeCare; Slate Auto; Tecomet; Wildman Business Group; and Zimmer Biomet. With employers from manufacturing, medical devices, technology, services, healthcare and more, the

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READING IS FUNDAMENTAL — Children line up to shake hands with the Tippecanoe Valley High School football coach and players. The team will be meeting with Akron Elementary School children at Literacy Under the Lights on Oct. 8 to promote the value of reading. Photo provided by Tippecanoe Valley School Corp.

Tippecanoe Valley football team to promote literacy to Akron youngsters Akron Elementary School is teaming up with Tippecanoe Valley High School to host Literacy Under the Lights at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, on the Tippecanoe Valley High School football field. The event is designed to inspire a love of reading by connecting literacy with something many students already find exciting: high school athletics. The evening will bring Akron Elementary students together with Tippecanoe Valley High School football players, coaches, cheerleaders and cheer coaches for a celebration centered around reading and lifelong learning, according to a news release from the Tippecanoe Valley School Corp. Students will enjoy a light meal, collect autographs, take photos with Viking athletes and cheerleaders, and, most importantly, hear high school students read stories alongside them on the football field. “Our goal is to create excitement around reading and help students see literacy as something that matters far beyond the classroom, “ said Akron Elementary Principal Scott Sterk. “By connecting reading with people our students admire, we hope they begin to see literacy as something meaningful, relevant and connected to their future.” The event reflects Akron Elementary’s commitment to fostering strong literacy skills through explicit instruction, the news release said. Explicit instruction is a teaching approach that involves clearly explaining concepts, modeling skills, providing guided practice and offering feedback to help students succeed. Teachers work daily to build students’ reading abilities, but Literacy Under the Lights extends that learning by helping stu-

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dents understand why those skills are important. “We want students to know that reading isn’t just something they do at school because a teacher asks them to,” Sterk said. “Reading is connected to the things they enjoy, the people they look up to and the opportunities they will encounter throughout their lives.” Organizers hope students walk away with renewed enthusiasm for reading and a deeper understanding of its value. Whether students dream of becoming athletes, artists, teachers, doctors, mechanics, business owners or pursuing another path entirely, strong literacy skills will help them achieve their goals, according to the news release. The event also highlights the power of community and cross-campus connections. By

bringing together elementary and high school students, Literacy Under the Lights creates opportunities for younger students to interact with positive role models who demonstrate that reading is important at every stage of life. “We want our younger students to see high school students who value reading and literacy,” Sterk said. “When football players and cheerleaders take the time to read with children, it sends a powerful message that reading matters to everyone.” Families are encouraged to view the event as more than an evening on a football field. Literacy Under the Lights is an opportunity for the entire school community to come together and celebrate the joy, importance and possibilities that reading creates, the news release said.

Donation to help group sew Threads of Valor quilts Liberty Sewing Circle recently received a donation from the Sons of the American Legion Post 49, Warsaw. The SAL presented Liberty Sewing Circle with a $250 check to go toward the purchase of supplies that the sewing group will use to honor local veterans. The sewing circle regularly creates Threads

of Valor quilts that are presented to Kosciusko County veterans. Individuals present for the donation included Sons of the American Legion members Kirby LeMond and Noble Pulsipher, and Liberty Sewing Circle members Marsha Huffman, Diane Hochstetler, Cookie Hartman and Shirley Kuhn.

Clunette Cemetery reopens for burials Clunette Cemetery in Prairie Township, Kosciusko County, is ready for new burials after the last burial took place there in 1963. New signs have been installed at the cemetery, and nearly 200 grave spaces are available for purchase. Prairie Township Trustee Julia Goon and board members Gordon Drake, Connie Himes and Lila Christner Thompson have worked for years to reopen the cemetery. Grave digger Scott Meadows has installed lot markers and measured the available graves. The cemetery has been surveyed, a new fence has been installed and a new driveway added. Large trees and stumps also

have been removed. John Walters, known as the “Graveyard Groomer,” has spent many years restoring and cleaning monuments at the cemetery. He has also located monuments that had become buried below the surface. The cemetery is the final resting place of John Powell, considered the first white settler of Prairie Township, and his wife, Dorothy. Powell arrived in the area March 31, 1833. The most recent burial at the cemetery was that of Lester Carr in 1963. People interested in purchasing grave spaces can contact the Prairie Township trustee at (574) 858-2253.

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County RepoRt Small Claims

The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Joanne Streeter v. David Blankenship, $4,980 Money Matters Professional Collections LLC v. Basilia Crace, $422.14; v. Jason Dugger, $1,236.04; v. Julia R. France, $290.24; v. Nancy J. Fretz, $1,073.12 Chris Gillison, $475.33; v. Milagrina U. Manding, $635.54; v. Cindy Martin, $481.59; v. Barbara Mendoza-Juarez, $2,488.50; v. Samuel A. Reyna, $785.25 Snow & Sauerteig LLP v. Seth Reyes, $969.38 Reinholt’s Funiture & Mattresses v. Shawnda Robenson, $1,262.93 Mary Glenn v. Juan Sanchez, $10,000 James Kvidera v. Aden Vuittonet, $3,817.21

Civil Collections

The following civil collections have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court IV, Judge Christopher D. Kehler presiding: First National Bank of Omaha v. John R. Anderson, $2,697.13 LVNV Funding LLC v. David Barrett, $832.85; v. Christopher M. Lusso, $769.53; v. Michael Wright, $883.05 Spring Oaks Capital SPV LLC v. James Bouterse, $2,697.52 Glenbrook Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Angela K. Bryant, $11,488.96; v. Tara J. Prater, $12,882.48; v. Levi A. Schoettmer, $10,920.83 Prestige Financial Services Inc. v. Jeannie Cantrell, $22,811.72 Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC v. Loretta Carpenter, $3,359.18; v. Paul Hodge; v. $5,450.44; v. Trevor A. Pruitt, $1,170.42; v. Terry Rohr, $3,088.81 OneMain Financial Group LLC et. al. v. Alexandra Castillo Martinez, $2,119.07; v. April M. Jackson, $8,268.18 Cavalry SPV I, LLC v. Randall Caudill, $896.34 Bank of America NA v. Helene E. Chaffins, $15,899.59 Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Misty A. Deel, Lonnie E. Yates, $9,694.88; v. Ramon Hart II v. $7,340.76 Synchrony Bank v. Jeffrey P. Farber, $8,041.88 Gateway Financial Solutions v. Lillian D. Gibbons, $9,200.59; v. Katherine S. Juarez, $13,115.78 NewRez LLC, d/b/a Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing v. Alexandria Goldsmith, $15,428.79 First Electronic Bank v. Heather Green, $2,533.49 Jefferson Capital Systems v. Natalie J. Green, $1,575.29 Capital One NA v. Candace Grendys, $4,180.43; v. Ryan Sands, $2,501.35 Scott D. Stansbery, $1,900.10 Mariner Finance LLC v. Dean R. Hartwell, $6,182.87 First Electronic Bank v. Brandi Hunter, $1,736.54 Barclays Bank Delaware v. Kathrine Kurosky, $1,799.93; v. Michelle Miller, $22,183.79 Credit Corp. Solutions Inc. v. Rob-

ert Lechiltner, $11,100.56 Warsaw Health System LLC, d/b/a Komyatte & Casbon PC v. Bobbie Pelfrey, $13,930.90 Finwise Bank v. Roberta Pena, $3,107.79; v. Amanda VanKirk, $3,877.14; v. Amber Zollinger, $1,367.80 Capital Community Bank v. Terry Robertson, $3,563.05; v. Taylor Stidham, $2,102.65 Citibank NA v. Rodolfo Santoyo, $10,153.68 Resurgent Receivables LLC v. Randy Weaver, $1,455.10

Mortgage Foreclosures

The following mortgage foreclosures have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, not in its individual capacity, but solely as owner trustee of NYMT Loan Trust 2025-CP1 v. David Kintzel, $128,212.48 Freedom Mortgage Corp. v. Tomara A. Purdy, $187,418.77

Evictions

The following evictions have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Swyft Group v. Andrew Marks, Patricia Rudolph, $1,620 Mineral Springs LLC v. Sydney McKinzie, $10,000 Culver Development Corp. v. Elaine Williams, $2,709.27

Superior Court III

The following fines and costs for infractions have been assessed in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Chad Miner presiding: Speeding - Ethan A. Postigo, Warsaw, $164.50; v. Marco A. Bautista, Warsaw, $164.50; Adalberto R. Pizarro, Milford, $164.50; Emily L. Jacobs, Syracuse, $164.50; Benjamin M. Sauer, Cromwell, $164.50; Jonathan D. Eberly, Silver Lake, $164.50; Tyler D. Vatter, Nappanee, $164.50; Elizabeth M. Miller, Warsaw, $164.50; Christopher J. Evans, Etna Green, $164.50; Jordynn M. Rhoden, Warsaw, $164.50; Luis J. Martinez Ulloa, Warsaw, $164.50 Disregarding stop sign - Erica D. Luna, Warsaw, $164.50 Operating a watercraft with expired registration - Justin L. Lord, Syracuse, $164; Boat equipment violation/float device per person requirement Darrin L. Martin, Nappanee, $164 Failure to register - Tiffany R. Koser, Warsaw, $164.50 Unsafe lane movement, driving left of center - Brian J. Caudill, Leesburg, $189.50 Address or name change violation - Jeremy D. Schock, Huntington, $164.50 Improper draw bar or coupling device - Wilburn R. Spicer, Wabash, $164.50 Failure of occupant to use a safety belt - Donnie L. Friggle, Milford, $25; Larry L. Schwartz, Akron, $25; Gabrielle N. Snethen, Warsaw, $25 No valid driver’s license - Brandon L. Vo, Warsaw, $164.50 Window tint violations - Evelyn B. Alvarez, Winona Lake, $189.50

Speeding, driving left of center - Carter E. Bradley, Pierceton, $189.50 Operating a motor vehicle without financial responsibility, speeding - Ethan B. Fussle, Warsaw, $214.50 Child restraint system violation - Luz A. Gutierrez, Warsaw, $25 Motorcycle learner’s permit violation/no or improper helmet, operating a motor vehicle with a false plate - Chad P. Hall, Warsaw, $189.50 Failure of occupant to use a safety belt, operating a motor vehicle with a false plate, unsafe lane movement - David L. Hollingsworth, North Webster, $214.50

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

Hoffman-Senn

Seth Bradley Hoffman, 29, Milford, and Rebekah Lorena Senn, 26, New Paris

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Naaman Crump, 23, Claypool, and Chloe Elizabeth Rose Horvath, 19, Warsaw

Adams-Valentine

Brice Adams, 29, Mentone, and Marilyn Valentine, 26, Winona Lake

Kelly-Bell

Brandi Angela Kelly, 41, Warsaw, and Nicholas Wayne Bell, 28, Warsaw

Orr-Hurd

Allyson Orr, 34, Warsaw, and Jared Hurd, 34, Warsaw

Duty-Davidson

Angel Gail Duty, 23, Warsaw, and Scott Duane Davidson, 25, Warsaw

Medina-Wade

Gloria Patricia Medina, 21, Claypool, and Zachariah Dean Wade II, 22, Warsaw

Breske-Bradley

David Breske, 39, Warsaw, and Jennifer Bradley, 51, Warsaw

Phillips-Henkler

Erin Marie Phillips, 36, Warsaw, and Nicholas Robert Henkler, 35, Warsaw

Flora-Deaton

Jamaica Lynn Flora, 19, Warsaw, and Cade Riley Deaton, 20, West Milton, Ohio

Helmuth-Esqueda

Amy Helmuth, 28, Winona Lake, and Edward Esqueda, 28, Winona Lake

Frost-Crace

Amber Maire Frost, 29, Warsaw, and Joseph Donald Crace, 34, Warsaw

Marriage Dissolutions The following couples have filed for a marriage dissolution in Kosciusko Superior Courts I or IV: Davidson-Waters - Mariah Davidson, Warsaw, and Gabriel Waters, Midwest City, Okla. They were married Sept. 28, 2023, and separated July 29, 2026. One minor child. Denney-Jones - Drew Denney, Pierceton, and Samantha Jones, Cromwell. They were married June 16, 2021, and separated July 25, 2026. Two minor children. Arnett - Elizabth Arnett, Warsaw, and Johnathan Arnett, Warsaw. They were married July 11, 2016, and separated Aug. 16, 2026. Four minor children. Landry - Todd Landry, Warsaw, and Barbara Landry, Fort Wayne. They were married Aug. 31, 2018, and separated April 12, 2026. One minor child. George - Steven George, Leesburg, and Diana George, Warsaw. No marriage date given; separated in January 2026. Three minor children. Johnson-Frantz - Joshua Johnson, Warsaw, and Desiree Frantz, Warsaw. They were married Oct. 7, 2012, and separated June 20, 2026. Three minor children. Carter - Matthew Carter, Syracuse, and Melissa Carter, Cincinnati. They were married July 8, 2011, and separated Aug. 1, 2023. No minor child(ren). Rush - Alisha L. Rush, Warsaw, and Nathan D. Rush, Warsaw. They were married July 4, 2024, and separated Aug. 15, 2026. No minor child(ren). Troyer - Emily K. Troyer, Etna Green, and David D. Troyer Jr., Ocala, Fla. Petition for legal separation. They were married July 2, 1992, and separated in July 2026. No children younger than 19. Stevens - Melissa Stevens, Warsaw, and Chad Stevens, Warsaw. They were married June 24, 2000, and separated Sept. 4, 2026. No minor child(ren).

May-Ballard - Alissa May, Warsaw, and Brandon Jay Ballard, Mentone. They were married Oct. 13, 2018, and separated May 1, 2026. Two minor children. Jones - Quadreese Kadin Jones, North Webster, and Isabella Jones, Springfield, Ohio. They were married March 19, 2025, and separated May 14, 2026. One minor child. Rizzo - Taylor Rizzo, Warsaw, and Axel Rizzo, Warsaw. They were married Oct. 27, 2018; no separation date given. Two minor children. Griffith - Karen Griffith, Syracuse, and Terry Griffith, Syracuse. They were married April 13, 2002, and separated Sept. 19, 2026. No minor child(ren). Bryant - William Bryant II, Leesburg, and Summer Bryant, Cleveland, Tenn. They were married Dec. 17, 2021, and separated Sept. 18, 2026. Two minor children. Allen - Christopher Joe Allen Jr., Warsaw, and Angeleigha Grace Allen, Etna Green. They were married Nov. 7, 2020, and separated June 15, 2026. One minor child. Santos-Garcia - Geraldine Santos Garcia, Silver Lake, and Antonio Santos Santos Garcia, Silver Lake. They were married Nov. 19, 2019, and separated Jan. 1, 2023. No minor child(ren). Brown - Matthew Brown, Warsaw, and Sidney Brown, Warsaw. No minor child(ren). No additional information was available.

Local students named to dean’s list The following local students were recently named to the dean’s list of their respective colleges/universities: Southern New Hampshire University Warsaw - Makayla Ruiz University of Maryland Global Campus Claypool - Emily Byrd

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Kosciusko County Community Foundation accepting gifts of grain Farmers looking for a meaningful way to give back this harvest season have another option close to home. The Kosciusko County Community Foundation has announced that Ag Plus Inc. has joined the list of grain elevators that accepts gifts of grain on behalf of the community foundation. For farmers, giving grain can be a meaningful way to make their charitable giving more tax

beneficial, according to a news release from the foundation. Rather than selling grain and then donating the proceeds, a farmer may be able to donate the grain directly to the community foundation, the foundation sells the grain, and the proceeds directed to a charitable fund chosen by the farmer. Depending on individual circumstances, this may reduce a farmer’s taxable income asso-

ciated with the sale of the grain. Because every farm and tax situation is different, the foundation said farmers should talk with their tax adviser to determine whether a gift of grain is right for them. Gifts of grain can provide support to any charitable fund at the foundation, including a new fund. Donating grain to the foundation to create a family fund, support a

favorite nonprofit or strengthen local charitable causes is a simple way for farmers to make a lasting difference, according to the news release. Other area elevators that have accepted gifts of grain for the foundation for many years include CereServ, Clunette Elevator and Deatsman Grain Farms, all of Leesburg; Louis Dreyfus, Claypool; and Mentone Grain &

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Property tax board announces meetings The Kosciusko County Property Tax Assessment Board of Appeals will meet starting at 9 a.m. Mondays, Oct. 12 and 26, and Nov. 9 in the Old Courtroom on the third floor of the Kosciusko County Courthouse, according to Gail Chapman, Kosciusko County assessor. All hearings will be livestreamed. Voting members are Brock Ostrom, appointed by the county council for a three-year term; Phyl Olinger, appointed by the county commissioners to a two-year term; and Mike Settles, appointed by the county commissioners for a oneyear term. This notice is in accordance with IC 6-1.1-28, IC 5-14-1.5-5, HEA 1167 and HEA 1509.

Silver Lake church holding fish fry Oct. 3 The Gospel Hill Pentecostal Church of God will be holding a fish fry Saturday, Oct. 3. The fry will take place from noon to 4 p.m. (or until sold out) at the church, 303 S. Jefferson St., Silver Lake. On the menu are fried fish as well as side dishes of baked beans, potato salad and macaroni salad.

AWL hosting coloring contest Age Groups are: 4-6, 7-9 and 10-12 1st Place: $30 2nd Place: $20 3rd Place: $10

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The Kosciusko County Animal Welfare League is hosting a coloring contest. Entries must be dropped off in person by 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20, at the Animal Welfare League, 1048 S. 325E, Pierceton. The first through third place winners in each age group will receive cash prizes. The age groups are: 4-6 years old, 7-9 years old and 10-12 years old. The prizes are: $30, first place; $20, second place; and $10, third place. The page can be found in the Sept. 30 edition of ‘the PAPER.’ The Animal Welfare League is open from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; and from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. It is closed Sunday and Monday. The winners’ photo will be taken at AWL and will be announced in the Wednesday, Nov. 4, publication. The winners will be notified by phone beforehand.