Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 110, Number 53, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 1 January 1992 — Page 1

Vol. 110 Issue 53

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Every end’s anew beginning...

By Barb Reiser Editor “Every end’s anew beginning with another chance for winninga renewal of our energy and hope. What is over only strengthens the connecting link that lengthens all of living with its duties and its scope. “So it is with marching seasons: Each in sequence has its reasons in the purpose and intention of the Lord. Let us seize this as a sample•a divinely sent example-and perceive in new beginning-new reward.”. (Margaret Rorke) Following is a review of the endings and beginnings taking place throughout the Nappanee community in 1991. JANUARY Mayor Robert Callander got the year off to a positive beginning with his annual “State of the City” address. He reported on water utility expansion, new emergency services budding construction and present facility remodeling, the S. Williams St. railroad crossing improvements, Derksen Farm property development by the park department, and plans for an additional nine holes of golf at the Nappanee course-all for $5 million. The beauty of the improvements was that most were completed with gifts, grants and user fees-meaning no major impact on the city’s tax rate! North Wood’s girls’ basketball team handed the Goshen varsity its first loss of the season in a 53-52 squeaker, with Annisa Blosser hitting 17 points. The girls also won their own invitational, topping Michigan City Elston and S. Central. Panther swimmers defeated East Noble 89-86, with Scott Bowers earning a first in the 100 butterfly, recording a personal best time of 1:02.38. In the first-ever boys’ and girls’ varsity basketball contests played on the same night at the Pit, the Lady Panthers won over Mishawaka-the fellas didn’t. The Wa-Nee Waves topped Plymouth 253-181; wrestlers won an NLC meet over Wawasee, 34-24, taking the final six matches, and Craig Cray earned the 189 title at the Mishawaka Invitational. Trevor Andrews was the lone NLC wrestling winner, with NW finishing a disappointing fourth. Kiwanians continued the travel film series; a successful blood drive took place at the United Methodist

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Pletcher Furniture Village, McCormick Motors and Amish Acres joined with the Marine Corps ‘Toys for Tots” program during the holiday season. Employees, customers and local churches donated toys for local children, who attended a special party held Saturday, December 21, at Amish Acres. Approximately 90 children received special inviatiops for activities which included games, cookies, orange juice, milk, lots of fun and a special appearance by Santa,

Church; Harvey Frederick celebrated his 101st birthday with friends at the LuAnn Nursing Home, and Bryan and Diane Carter were named Associate Dealers of the Year, by Wilderness Log Homes. Lake City Bank held a ribboncutting ceremony to mark their debut in Nappanee; Dr. Steven Nichols joined the staff at the Nappanee Veterinary Hospital, with Dr. Paul Dieterlen retiring to accept a job with the state. Hahn & Associates and Sumpter Realty merged, and Marsha Kitts was named Agent of the Year by Salem Insurance, in her 21st year with the business. Former Nappanee Mayor Everett Pippen died January 24; Nappanee Smokey Stover Brian Huff was named 1990 Nappanee Fireman of the Year, and die Friends of the Nappanee Public Library donated 52 tapes for the new library Dial-A-Story program. While school board members continued the debate over a three-or-four elementary school issue, students were busily corresponding with service personnel participating in “Operation Desert Storm” in the Middle East. Yellow ribbons and American flags were displayed prominendy throughout the community, in a renewed spirit of patriotism. FEBRUARY In February, several citizens announced their intentions to run as candidates for city offices, with a primary set for May. Tong Inthivong and Lori Holdeman were named NWHS Sweetheart King and Queen; Craig Cray went to the state wresding finals, finishing in the top eight, and completing a fine high school career with a 105-23 mark; the girls’ basketball team won its fifth straight sectional crown, defeating previously unbeaten Bremen, but lost to Penn at the regional tournament, 49-40. A blizzard slowed, but didn’t stop, the annual “Sweet Treat Contest,” with Barbara Yoder taking the grand 'prize with her “Triple Chocolate Kisses.” About the same time, Jo Miller was winning honors with her basketball skills, pouring in a careerhigh 28 points for Huntington College in a victory. Valentine’s Day greetings were sent via the Advance-News, to service personnel, with families sharing photos and addresses for those who wished to correspond. Just three varsity Panthers scored in the 50-43 basketball loss to Goshen-LaMarr Lakins. Craig Bush

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who distributed the gifts. This year, Pletcher Furniture employees donated toys and money to purchase toys, instead of their annual Christmas gift exchange. They also donated time to organize the party, and to select gifts for the children. Children also received treats, including oranges, donated by Family Fare; apples, donated by Miller’s Market; anew toothbrush, donated by Dr. Baumgartner, and candy canes, donated by Pletcher Furniture.

and Nathan Wiggins, dropping North Wood to 2-14. Zeb Metzler won the Union Spelling Bee; North Wood hosted its firstever Color Guard Invitational; AllState Band honors went to Roy Hill, Mike Kerns, Paul Johns, Janac Wenger and Susan Dieterlen, and the seventh grade girls’ basketball team advanced to 6-0 with a Grisson Tourney, title. The Victorian Guest House and Amish Acres were each named to the National Register of Historic Places; Teresa Elliott became the new owner/ manager of Video Plus, purchasing the business from Brant Ncttrour, who moved from the city, and Lloyd Willman was given a chance to test his DJ skills on a Sunday afternoon radio broadcast by Goshen’s WKAM. Citizens turned out downtown on a Saturday, to show support for American troops; Principal Hammon asked for citizen support in efforts to pick a name for the new elementary school under construction, and the city discontinued the newspaper curbside pickup, due to increasing costs. The annual Senior Survey minifeatures began appearing in the Advance-News. MARCH Rite Choice Foods opened its new store at Country Center in February, the same month during which high winds, hail, and thunderstorms caused power outages and much damage in the Nappanee area. Wo-He-Lo medallions, Camp Fire’s highest honor, were awarded to Nikki Nettrour, Brandi Miller, Sara Lape and Shelly Henschen, members of Nancy’s Nettrour’s dedicated group, and youth bowlers received their well-deserved honors at a special luncheon. Middle school wrestlers set a school scoring record of 109 points in a win over Concord; NLC basketball honors were earned by Eva Klopfenstein. Heather Smith, Annisa Blosser and Krista Scheumann, and Klopfenstein also was later named MVP for the All Star team competing at the Hqosier All-Star Game in South Bend. The varsity Panthers ended a disappointing season 2-19, with a 56-37 loss to Goshen in the Elkhart Sectional Tournament Math Club students shattered the previous NWHS record, with the club being named to the state’s top 20, and Brent Hochstetler recording a whopPlease turn to pg. 2

Named state finalist

McDonald’s announced that Mike Kerns, a senior at North Wood High School, Nappanee, was chosen as a state finalist to the 1992 McDonald’s All-American High School Band, presented in partnership with the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, Incorporated. A total of 53 state finalists, one from each state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, were selected by a panel of Recording Academy members and music educators. Kcms now qualifies for a chance to be named as one of 25 members of the 1992 All-American Band to be announced in mid-January. If selected as a Band member, Kcms will travel to New York City to perform with the All-American Band at festivities taking place during “Grammy Week,” February 18-26. He is also eligible for the Recording Academy’s first-ever Grammy high School Student Music Award. For the past 25 years, McDonald’s has recognized thousands of outstanding high school musicians,”

Bloodmobile conning to town

Get in the game of life and be a champion this winter! Give blood at the American Red Cross bloodmobile, Nappanee United Methodist Church, Friday, January 3, from 12-5p.m.. Accoring to Betty Fervida, Nappanee Co-Chairman, “Your gift of blood is more important than ever during the winter months. There are more traffic accidents this time of year due to increased traffic and slippery winter roads.” “However,” Fervida continued,

As 1991 came to a close, city employees were settling inte their new and expanded quarters, following recent occupation of the new emergency services building, and the remodeled original city hall facilities. At top, Nappanee ambulances stand ready for service; middle-Clerk Treasurer Kim Ingle’s offices, and, at bottom, the new communications center. Throughout the years, Nappanee residents have always been proud of the efficiency with which city services are handled. More photos page two. (AN photos by Sheri, Bradway)

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said Ri&k Purcell, Mcdonald’s owner/operator. “We’re delighted that Kerns received this award, and we’re proud to pay tribute to his many years of dedication to music.” In addition to being named a state finalist, Kerns’ high school will receive a SI,OOO grant for its music program from Ronald McDonald Children’s Charities (RMCC). Established in memory of McDonald’s Corporation Founder, Ray A. Kroc, RMCC has awarded in excess of $46.1 million to more than 1,200 organizations serving children. Kerns will also have the opportunity to participate in the Recording Academy’s “Grammy in the Schools” program, which offers high school musicians the opportunity to leant about careers in the music and recording fields from lop industry professionals. More than 15,000 other high school student musicians arc expected to participate in 15 regional GITS seminars to be held from January through May. McDonald’s established its AllAmerican High School Band in 1966 to recognize outstanding high

“this is a very difficult time to recruit' blood donors. A lot of people are out of town visiting friends and family or vacationing m a warmer climate and others are reluctant toi drive to bloodmobiles during bad weather. It’s a real dilemma. At the time when blood usage is quite high, blood donations are down.” Bea warm-hearted soul and give our area’s sick and injured a big lift this season. Please give blood. For more information contact Jean Purcell, 773-2098, or Betty Fervida, 773-4220.

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school musicians with the same “All-American” status usually reserved for top athletes. During the band’s 25-year history, over 75,000 high school musicians have been nominated by their high school band and music directors. The band itself has more than 2,500 alumni. The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (NARAS), is a non-profit organization comprising over 8,000 members. Best known for awarding the Grammy Awards for music excellence. The recording academy also sponsors national educational initiatives. Archiving and Preservation programs, substance abuse prevention projects and many other activities that help keep America’s creative and artistic community flourishing.

What do elves do? Did you ever wonder what Santa’s elves do after Christmas? If you want to know, visit the Nappanee Public Library any time on Friday, January 3, 9a.m.-5:30p.m. While some of the highly-stressed elves and Santa recuperate, others jvill serve leftover Christmas cookies'and hot chocolate. Some elves will be on hand to help children write thank you notes for this year. Others will be busy updating Santa’s list for next year. Special elf story times will be held at 10a.m. and 2p.m. Riddle: Do you know what the elves will be singing next week? Answer “Hi, Ho! Hi, Ho! It’s off to the library we go!”

Blood pressure screening available The Elkhart County Health Department will be offering free blood pressure screenings Thursday, January 9, 10-11a.m., at the Elder Haus, 258 E. Market Street, Nappanee.