Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 120, Number 48, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 26 November 1997 — Page 2

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Nappanee Advance News Wednesday, November 26,1997

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CHRISTMAS SPIRIT —L.J. Wagner Home Interiors got into the holiday spirit with 'The Greatest Christmas Tree Ever' displayed in the center of the store. It was adorned with ornaments that were given to patrons for visiting the business during the annual Christmas Open House. Pictured: Lori Wagner stands in front of the giant fir tree encouraging visitors to sign up for the drawing which will determine who takes this free-standing Santa Clause home. (AN photo by Merrie Chapman)

Stump named to Huntington's 'Who's Who'List The 1998 edition of “Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges” will include the names of twelve students from Huntington College who have been selected as national campus leaders. Campus nominating committees and editors of the annual directory have included the names of these students based on their academic achievement, service to the community, leadership in extracurricular activities and potential for continued success. They join a distinguished group of students from more than 1,900 institutions of higher learning in all SO states, the District of Columbia and several foreign nations. Outstanding students have been honored in the annual directory since it was first published m 1934. Students named this year from Huntington College include Nikki L. Stump, a senior recreation management major. She is the daughter of Devon and Connie Stump, Nappanee. Founded in 1897 by the Church of the United Brethren in Christ, Huntington College seeks “to equip men and women to impact our world for Christ.” Located on a contemporary, wooded campus in Huntington, the four-year liberal arts college offers graduate and undergraduate programs in nearly 50 academic concentrations.

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Arrest owner of new tattoo parlor

The Elkhart County Drug Task Force arrested Jimmy McGowen, 24, November 18, at approximately 7p.m. McGowen, 755 Locke, Nappanee, was wanted on a warrant charging a felony count of dealing marijuana (over 30 grams). His bond was set at $3,000. McGowen was arrested at Skin Attractions, a tattoo parlor located in the 100 block of N. Main St., Nappanee, where he worked. The task force had purchased marijuana from him during the summer.

Operation Pullover nets driver arrest

Nappanee police arrested Robert G. Stout 11, Lot 114, Meadows Mobile Home Park, Nappanee, November 18, and charged him with felony driving while license suspended. On that date, while patrolling for Operation Pullover, Officer Matt Tice received information from other local officers that there was a vehicle sitting at the Amoco Food Store, which belonged to Stout, and that he had been driving on a suspended license. Officer lice saw the vehicle, and Mr. Stout, who was standing just inside the store. Several minutes later, off-duty officer, Joe Kimpel, reported to Tice that he

Sheriff's department earns top honors

Law enforcement agencies throughout the state received honors in the 1997 Indiana Traffic Safety Challenge, sponsored by the Governor’s Council on Impaired & Dangerous Driving. The challenge is part of the Operation Pull Over program, a statewide effort to reduce impaired driving and increase seat belt use. Winners n the challenge participated in each of four blitzes of publjc information and enforcement. The Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department garnered grand champion status, a 1998 law enforcement vehicle and a $3,000 equipment grant for their efforts in pub-

November 19, 2:54p.m. Chandler Deisinger, 206 N. Highland, Nappanee, from Revco to Elkhart General Hospital, due to seizure. November 21,12:49p.m.—Tena Sheets, 69413 CRI, Nappanee, from 109 N. Main St. to Elkhart General Hospital, due to illness.

Fire destroys barn at Greenawalt farm

An estimated $50,000 loss to a bam at the Roger Greenawalt farm, occurred in a fire November 16,4:35a.m. According to Nappanee firemen, who responded to the blaze with six trucks, the bam was located at 12281N 850 W, south of

Rotary report...

Dr. Katy Dyer, Nappanee Veterinary Hospital, was the program chairperson when the Nappanee Rotary Club met November 19, at Ron’s Bakery and Restaurant. She provided her own program and brought her dog Twoival for a visit Dyer’s topic was Animal

He had reportedly left the area, and the task force was unable to locate him until undercover officers saw a newspaper article and a television interview with McGowen, concerning the opening of the Nappanee tattoo parlor. A warrant dated November 17 was then obtained from Judge Rieckhoff, Superior Court 5. Funds for the investigation were provided by the Elkhart County Fight Crime Fund. Anyone wishing to report drug activity may call 294-DRUG.

had just seen the vehicle in question drive west on E. Walnut St. Tice then sat at the intersection of Madison and Walnut to wait for the car, at which time the vehicle was pulled over. Mr. Stout was arrested and taken to the Nappanee Police Department for processing. Before the vehicle was impounded, a routine inventory was taken, and a small handgun was found, as well as a boot knife. Both items were placed in evidence at the NPD. Following initial paperwork, Mr. Stout was transported to the Elkhart County Security Center, where a $3,000 bond was set, and Stout was awaiting a probable cause hearing.

lie information and enforcement. Keys to the new vehicle and details of the award-winning efforts were presented Monday, November 24, at the department. In all, more than $38,000 in grants and equipment was awarded to the winning departments. “This challenge allows us to salute the men and women who make Indiana’s roads safer by providing both education and increased enforcement of Indiana’s traffic safety .laws,” said Jeff Modisett, chaimldn for the council. “These dedicated individuals are truly life savers through their work to increase seat belt use and remove impaired drivers from our streets.”

NAPPANEE AMBULANCE CALLS

November 21, 9p.m.—Vern Chupp, 1106 E. Marion St., Nappanee, from Nappanee Police Station to Elkhart General Hospital, due to illness. Steve Hochstetler, 29588 CRS6, Nappanee, from home to Elkhart General Hospital, due to head injury.

Nappanee. Bremen firemen also responded to the blaze, with firemen on the scene for four hours and 49 minutes. There were no injuries in the blaze. No cause was listed for the blaze.

First Aid. Guests included Goshen Rotarian Steve Himes and Deb Teal, with her husband Paul. Members honored Students of the Month, Marla Yoder and Latt Boumnythavong. The students attended with their sponsor Marcia Caldwell.

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HE'S LATE—A Nappanee Rotarian hurrying to last Wednesday's meeting was slightly delayed when his car became ‘hung up' on

Operation Pull Over enforces safer driving

Between 9-1 lp.m., Friday, November 21, the Nappanee Police Department and the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department conducted an Operation Pull Over Sobriety Chefck Point, on US6 at County Road 7, in Nappanee. The sobriety check point was manned hy officers from both departments. During the two hours of operation, over 300 vehicles passed through the checkpoint. A total of 130 vehicles were detained, in addition to nine semitractors.

Court news... The following cases have been handled through the Nappanee City Court. David Widmoyer is the judge. Eddie Benton, charged with excessive speed, paid total fine and costs of $85.50. Joshua Borkholder, charged with possession of marijuana, paid total fine and costs of $575.50. Eugene Bontrager, charged with possession of marijuana, paid total fine and costs of $575.50. Mark Pike, charged with speeding 62mph in a 45mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $92.50. Jose Sanchez, charged with having an expired driver’s license, paid total fine and costs of $85.50. Bradley Troyer, charged with failure to yield right of way, paid total fine hnd costs of $80.50. DanieUßichards, charged with disregarding a stop sign, paid total fine and costs of $80.50.

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a concrete block at the corner of US6 and Clark Street. No one was injured in the incident. (AN photo by Merrie Chapman)

This increased enforcement effort resulted in one adult arrested and incarcerated for misdemeanor possession of marijuana; one juvenile arrested for possession of mar-

Fisher serving in Korea Dana L. Fisher, son of Sally D. Black, Nappanee, who has previously served in the armed forces, is now assigned to Korea. Dana has chosen the position of light wheel vehicle mechanic as his military occupational specialty, and has volunteered to serve a three-year tour of duty. Fisher was assisted in his enlistment by Sgt. Anthony L. Longoria, of the Army’s Elkhart Recruiting Station.

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ijuana, and released to his parents; one juvenile cited for illegal possession of tobacco; two AlcoSensor tests were conducted; two citations were issued for expired license plates, and 18 citations issued for seat belt violations. Plans for increased traffic enforcement throughout the community continue through November 29. Operation Pull Over is a statewide effort held to increase safety belt use and decrease fatalities caused by impaired driving. According to Sgt. David McGuire, Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department, Operation Pull Over spokesman, “Everyone needs to drive safe and sober in Elkhart County and all Indiana roads this holiday season.”