Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 120, Number 13, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 26 March 1997 — Page 2

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Nappanee Advance News Wednesday, March 26, 1997

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HONORED IN INDIANAPOLIS—A.J. Whitehead, a senior at North Wood High School, was honored by the Indiana General Assembly at the Statehouse Wednesday, March 19 for her achievements in acade-

Kindergarten Roundup April 3 in Nappanee

Kindergarten registration for the Nappanee area will be held Thursday, April 3,7p.m. Parents of children who will enter kindergarten at Woodview Elementary School will meet in the Woodview Elementary cafeteria, while parents of children who will enter kindergarten at Nappanee Elementary School will meet in the Nappanee Elementary cafeteria. If you have a question regarding boundaries, please contract the school office (Nappanee Elementary, 773-7421, Woodview Elementary, 773-3117). The purpose of the roundup is to gather information on students entering kindergarten, to assist in planning for next year’s classes,

Spring critical time to feed backyard birds

It is time to polish up the bird feeder, to provide feathered friends a choice, warm-weather dining spot. Springtime can be the most important time to feed birds, according to the . Rational JJirdFeeding Society (NBS>. ; - •rs -■ Studies show thit some birds visit backyard feeders more often in the spring than in the winter. 4t is a busy season—the time when birds need more eneigy for territorial defense, courtship, nest-build-ing, egg-laying and raising their young. But it is also a time when natural food supplies, such as seeds, nuts and berries have been exhausted, and most insects are still dormant. Before you load in a fresh supply of seed, however, make sure the feeders- are free from winter grime and debris. And don’t forget

Making the most of calling cards.

Prepaid calling cards are hot and getting hotter. In less than five years, Sprint has sold more than 100 million of them. You can now purchase prepaid calling cards at almost any comer store. Most of these cards provide a specified amount of calling time and then are simply thrown away. Here are a few tips on buying and using prepaid cards: • Before you buy a card, do some comparison shopping. Determine how much you ate paying per minute of conversation time. • If you are not familiar with the company supplying the card, buy a small-denomination card and test its performance. • Follow the instructions printed on the back of the card. Most cards provide tollfine numbers to access computers that prompt you through the steps to complete calls. • Be sure to use your prepaid card before the expiration date (usually listed on the bade of the card). • If die card does not perform to your satisfaction, call the calling card provider. If your problem is not resolved, call the industry’s trade association at 1-800-333-3513. Telephone companies also provide their own long-term calling cards. With these cards, you can talk as long as you like and charges appear on your monthly phone bdi. Mote information about telephone calling cards is available through your local Sprint business office. I hope this information is useful to you. Next month: effective voicemail. Community Development Manager Sprint Here's where it gets easier.

mics and basketball. Above, from left: Linda Whitehead (A.J.'s mother). State Representative Richard Mangus (RLakeville), A.J., and Governor Frank O'Bannon.

and to assist parents in preparing their children for kindergarten. Medical and enrollment information will be collected. Birth dates need to be verified with legal birth certificates (one issued from the county health department for the county in which your child was born). Hospital birth certificates (these usually have foot prints on them) are not acceptable. To be eligible for kindergarten, a child must be five years of age on or before June 1, 1997. At the roundup, the principal, kindergarten teachers, guidance counselors and school nurse will share important information about kindergarten. If you know of other families with children who should attend

the bird bath. Keeping the water clean is critical to the good health of the birds that use it. Get ready now to welcomS the birds at your feeding, by following these spring cleaning tipslrom NBSf 4 * Empty old, caked seed from feeders. Use hot, soapy water and a long-handled brush to clean hard-to-reach comers. Rinse and dry thoroughly before refilling with fresh seed. Scrub bird baths’ with a stiff brush to remove dirt and algae. To learn more, join the National Bird-Feeding Society. Send sls annual dues (S2O in Canada) to NBS, P.O. Box 23, Northbrook, Illinois 60065-0023. Membership includes a bi-monthly newsletter and a full-color bird identification and seed preference chart.

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kindergarten next year at either of these elementary schools, please be sure they see this information. It is vital that all parents of Nappanee area kindergartners attend the roundup. Children are not to attend this meeting, but will be invited to come with parents at a special time just before they start school in August. Rotary report... The Nappanee Rotary Club meets each Wednesday noon, at Ron’s Bakery and Restaurant. Visitors are welcome. The speaker at last week’s meeting was Larry Andrews, of the Nappanee Redevelopment Corporation. He was introduced by the program chairman, Terry Elphick. Guests were Goshen Rotarians Phil Neff and Steve Himes, Deb Teal with her husband, Paul, and Rev. Doug Hadley, the new pastor at Nappanee United Methodist Church, who was a guest of Kevin Miller. President Gale Gerber presented the newest member, Michelle Yoder. He also announced that members need to plan to help with the upcoming Easter Egg Hunt, sponsored for kids in the community.

Whitehead recognized for outstanding achievements

North Wood High School senior AJ. Whitehead was recently honored by the Indiana General Assembly for her outstanding achievements both in the classroom and on the basketball court. Indiana State Representative Richard Mangus, R-Lakeville, introduced a joint resolution to the Indiana House of Representatives to recognize Whitehead for her excellence in academics, athletics, leadership and sportsmanship. AJ. has received the prestigious Indiana High School Athletic Association Mental Attitude Award for girls’ basketball following the end of her high school bas-

Local court' hears cases

The following cases have bedn handled through the Nappanee Court. David Widmoyer is the judge. Merl Bontrager, charged with possession of alcohol by* minor, paid total fine and costs of $223.50. Henry Garcia, charged with speeding 56mph in a 45mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $74.50. Debra Tam, charged with driving while license suspended, paid total fine and costs of $88.50. Carla Miller, charged with speeding 60mph in a 45mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $78.50. Michael Mishler, charged with speeding 60mph in a 45mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $78.50. K. Kinder, 11, charged with speeding 57mph in a 30mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $90.50. Larry Andrews, charged with speeding 68mph in a 55mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $76.50. Frances Schroeder, charged with speeding 62mph in a 45mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $80.50. Steven Willard, charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated, paid total fine and costs of $573.50. David Miller, charged with having an expired license plate, paid total fine and costs of $68.50. Guadalupe Gonzales, charged with a child restraint violation,

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ketball career. North Wood will receive a SI,OOO scholarship in her name, compliments of Farm Bureau Insurance, in recognition of her accomplishments. “A.J. should be an example to students everywhere,” Mangus stated. “She has excelled in both sports and academics, and is a true leader in her school and community. I’m glad that she’s getting the recognition she deserves.” Whitehead was joined by her mother, Linda, at the Statehouse in Indianapolis Wednesday, March 19, where lawmakers honored her success with the joint resolution. Governor Frank O’Bannon and Lt.

paid total fine and costs of $68.50. Dustin Johns, charged with failure to yield, paid total fine and costs of $73.50. Audra Gamer, charged with driving while license suspended, paid total fine and costs of $88.50. CPR classes offered by Nappanee EMS The Nappanee Emergency Medical Services Department will offer two CPR certification courses, April 7-8. The course will be open to the first 20 people registered for each day. The course begins at 9a.m., and will conclude at approximately 3p.m. each day. The fee is $3, and the course will take place at the EMS Department, 301 W. Lincoln St, Nappanee. Please call 219-773-5658 to register, or for more information, no later than Thursday, April 3.

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Governor Joe Keman expressed, 1 their congratulations when they; met her personally that morning. “It’s a real honor,” AJ. said. “I; wish the rest of my team could be; here to share it with me.” AJ> plans to attend Western Michigan University next fall, where she*, will continue her academic and: athletic endeavors. EMS calls ! % March 18, 3:o4p.m.—Myrofr Dale Miller, 30695 CRIJ* Nappanee, from home to Bremen Community Hospital, due tij seizures. March 19, 8:34a.m. —Joel Beall; Lot #l7l Meadows Nappanee, from Fairmont Homes to Elkhart General Hospital, due to fall. - March 19, 3:32p.m.—Ethel Wood, 8066N 900 W, Nappanee; from home to Kosciusko County Hospital, due to bums. March 20, 11:46a.m.—TV let Hochstetler, 30151 CRS6, Nappanee, from home to Elkhart General Hospital, due to being kicked by a horse. March 21, 7:lßa.m.—William Best, 706 N. Elm St., Nappanee, from home to Elkhart General Hospital, due to chest pain. March 21, B:2op.m.—Becky Wentz, 451 E. Marion St., Nappanee, from home to Elkhart General Hospital, due to hand injury. March 22, 5:54a.m. —Mary L. Morrell, 151 S. Rosenberg St., Nappanee, from home to Elkhart General Hospital, due to cardiac problems. -