Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 123, Number 51, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 20 December 2000 — Page 2

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Nappanee Advance News Wednesday, December 20, 2000

Community time capsule buried

Nappanee’s “Millennium 2000 Time Capsule” will be buried in a special ceremony set for Thursday, December 28, 4p.m., on CR7, at the end of CRS4. A small rest-stop area has been prepared along the newly-constructed bike-pedestrian path, and the capsule will be placed there. Everyone in the community is encouraged to be present for the special program, which will be

Flying Club hosts winter activities

The Nappanee Hying Club will host its 10th annual Winter Hy-In at the Nappanee Airport, Monday, January 1, 2001. The event will begin at 11a.m. and continue until 2p.m., and is open to the public. Club members will serve an all-you-can-eat dinner inside the new, warm, corporate hangar, with adults paying $5 and children $3. the dinner will include bratwurst, chili dogs, baked beans, desserts and drinks.

SMS REPORTS

December 11, 4:25p.m. —Terri Huber, 602 W. Walnut, from Anglemeyer Clinic to Goshen General Hospital, due to chest discomfort. December 12, 6:44a.m. —Joe Dean Chupp, 11446 N. 1000 W, from home to Goshen General Hospital, due to seizure. December 12, 7:30p.m. Katherine Awl, Lot 49 Meadows, from home to Goshen General Hospital, due to trauma/fall. December 14, 1:48p.m. Judith Gross, Plymouth, from Fairmont Homes to Bremen Community Hospital, due to respiratory problem.

COURT REPORTS

The following cases have been handled through the Nappanee City Court. David Widmoyer is the judge. Sue Fozo, charged with following too closely, paid total fine and costs of $20.00; also charged with speeding 70.8 mph in a 55mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $90.50. Daniel Gonzalez, charged with disregarding auto signal, paid total fine and costs of $80.50. Kaleb McGregor, charged with possession of marijuana, paid total fine and costs of $125.00. Wanda Steiner, charged with speeding 62mph in a 45 mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $92.50. Wan Lina, charged with failure to use seat belt, paid total fine and costs of $25.00. John Hummel, charged with failure to use seat belt, paid total fine and costs of $25.00.

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held outside, under a tent, weather permitting. Mayor Larry Thompson will introduce those dignitaries present and make opening comments, followed by a presentation on history by Bob Riley and prayer by David Widmoyer. Others will provide additional comments and help in the “honorary covering” of the capsule, to be opened on Nappanee’s 150th birthday.

The activities will take place regardless of the weather conditions. With last year’s mild weather on New Year’s Day, 300 airplanes from seven states flew into Nappanee for the event. The airport is located two miles east of Nappanee, on the north side of U. 5.6. Questions may be directed to Ed Milleman, 219-546-2795, or check out the club’s website at www.bnin.net/-flyboy/

December 16, 11:11a.m. — Todd Howard, Bristol and Kathy Wagoner, Warsaw, from C.R. 50 between S.R. 19 and C.R. 7, no transport, due to motor vehicle accident. December 16, 2:01p.m. Cologero Bridceno, Apt. 706 Northside Apts, from home to Elkhart General Hospital, due to hand injury. December 17, 1:28a.m. Donald Swartzlander, 202 Northwood circle, from 760 E. Market to Elkhart General Hospital, due to medical problems.

Byron Yoder, charged with failure to use seat belt, paid total fine and costs of $25.00. Craig Highland, charged with seat belt violation, paid total fine and costs of $25.00. Jeff Flora, charged with speeding 65mph in a 45mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $95.50. Bradly Morris, charged with resisting law enforcement, paid total fine and costs of $150.00. Charles Phelps, Jr., charged with possession of marijuana, paid total fine and costs of $326.50. Renita Cox, charged with speeding 56mph in a 55mph zone, paid total fine and costs of $75.50. Mikel Posey, charged with no operators in possession, paid total fine and costs of SBO.OO. Steve Replogle, charged with possession of marijuana, paid total fine and costs of $326.50.

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ESSAY WINNER—U.S. Senator Richard Lugar recently honored Natalie Rummel, daughter of Wayne and Donna Rummel, Nappanee, as a district winner of the Dick Lugar/lndiana Farm Bureau/Bank One Agricultural Essay Contest, during the Farm Bureau State Convention. The North Wood Middle School eighth grader has earned a SSO U.S. Savings Bond, awarded by Bank One, Indiana, NA. A farmer and former small businessman, Lugar, pictured with Rummel, created the essay contest in 1985, as a way to teach Hoosier youth about the state's agricultural heritage. This year, hundreds of eighth grade students throughout Indiana wrote essays focusing on the theme, "eating Around the World from Hoosier Farms." John Leer, Carmel, and Michelle Kennedy, Rensselaer, were the two state winners, and were awarded all-expense paid trips to Washington, D.C. (Photo provided)

Branches closed for holidays

The Bureau of Motor Vehicles reminds motorists that all license branches and administrative offices will be closed Saturday, December 23, through Tuesday, December 26, for the Christmas holiday. Branches normally closed on Wednesday will resume regular business hours, Thursday, December 28. License branches will also be closed Saturday, December 30, through Monday, January 1, 2001, in observance of New Year’s Day. Branches and offices will reopen Tuesday, January 2.

Funds awarded

Elkhart County has been awarded federal funds under the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program. Elkhart County has received $59,145 to supplement area emergency food and shelter programs. The selection was made by a National Board that is chaired by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and consists of representatives from the Salvation Army, American Red Cross, Council of Jewish Federations, Catholic Charities USA, National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA and United Way of America which will provide the administrative staff and function as fiscal agent. The Board was charged to distribute funds appropriated by Congress to help expand the capacity of food and shelter programs in high-need areas around the country. A local board made up of representatives from the United Way, American Red Cross, Salvation

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BMV express automated services are available to Hoosiers needing to renew a standard vehicle registration when walk-in service is unavailable. Motorists who have access to touch-tone telephones can call BMV Express Touch-Tone Renewal (TTR), tollfree, at 1-877-4-NEW-BMV, 24 hours a day. Motorists can also use the BMV Express Rapid Renewal System (RRS) to renew standard vehicle registrations 24 hours a day via the Internet at www.bmvexpress.org/rrs.

Army, United Labor Agency, Catholic Charities, City Government and Info/Helpline as well as area citizens determines how the funds awarded and distributed. The local Board is responsible for overseeing how the funds spent and for reporting results to the National Board. Under the terms of the grant, in order to receive funds local organizations must: 1. Be a not-for-profit 2. Have an accounting system and conduct an annual audit 3. Have non-discrimination policies and procedures in place 4. Have demonstrated the capability to deliver emergency food and/or shelter programs 5. If they are a private voluntary organization, they must have a voluntary board. Qualifying organizations are urged to apply. Elkhart County has distributed Emergency Food and Shelter funds previously to Susanna’s Kitchen, United Cancer Services, Salvation Army in Elkhart and Goshen, the Women Shelter, Family Christian Development Center, Council on Aging, and the Harvest Basket Program at United Labor Agency. Applications may be obtained by contacting Darren Bickel, (219)295-1650. Applications must be completed and returned to the United Way of Elkhart County by December 20, 2000.

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Local Marine aids effort

Marine Corps Lance Cpl. John P. Wolf, a 1998 graduate of North Wood High School, of the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) recently supported rescue and recovery efforts for the USS Cole after the October 12 attack that left 17 Sailors dead and many others, wounded in the port of Aden, Yemen. • • Sailors and Marines were called to respond to the terrorist bombing, forming Joint . Jask Force Determined Response. Wolf’s unit provided immediate security during repair efforts and

Registration forms available for classes

Registration forms are now available at the Nappanee Public Library for the Spring 2001 sessions of the Wa-Nee Community Education Program. Geared toward adult education, the courses offered through this program cover a broad spectrum of subjects, ranging from creating a garden stepping stone to earning your GED. Courses are offered through a partnership with Ivy Tech, the Family Christian Development Center, the Nappanee Area Chamber of Commerce, Nappanee Public Library, Wakarusa Public Library and Wa-Nee Schools.

TRI KAPPA The Zeta Nu Chapter of Tri Kappa met to conduct business and then have a Christmas auction at The Inn at Amish Acres. Members extend a warm thank you to Amish Acres, for allowing the sorority to use the facility to host the auction. The night was a huge success, with members raising over S9OO. The auctioneer for the evening was Jason Hahn, and members wish to thank him again for helping to make the evening a success. The annual Santa’s Breakfast

Daddy’s Girls Daddy’s girls stand quietly in front of the tree, Each remembering their own fondest memory. Tori’s riding a pony with him by her side — Kristy is watching closely, eyes very wide. Kalie’s on his lap, holding her blanket tight— As all three hug his neck with all their might. Daddy’s girls cry softly to Heaven above, Lord, please tell Daddy we miss him and send our love. Merry Christmas, Daddy. Love and miss you always Daddy’s girls —Tori, Kristy & Kalie (In loving memory of Bill Robb 7-18-63 to 7-7-99)

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towing operations. Wolf’s unit is an expeditionary. intervention force with the ability' to rapidly organize for combat' operations in virtually any envi--ronment. MEUs are composed of more than 2,000 personnel and are - divided into an infantry battalion, aircraft squadron, support group ’ and command element. With this combination. Wolf’s . unit supplies and sustains itself for either quick mission accomplishment or clearing the way for’fol- ; low-on forces.

Registration forms are also ■** available at the Wa-Nee *-• Community Schools, Wakarusa-'’ Public Library and many business- 1 es in the area. You are encouraged to register early, so pick up your copy today,; ' and you will be on your way to- ( learning web design, watercolor, word processing, weight training and much more. /1 A paid registration for one of „ the classes also makes a great hoiiday gift for a friend or loved one. For more information, call the... i Nappanee Public Library at 219-, ~ 773-7919. '-.IK,

Club Notes

was hosted December 2, and was , - „ open to anyone who wanted to >■;, come and see Santa and share in some holiday cheer. About 80 1 children were there, with everyone > <■ having a good time. Please mark your calendars for the spring fundraiser, Friday/ - march 2, at North Wood High ■ School, during the boys’ basket-'"-ball game. Members will sell tick- 1 ets for a meal to include Port-a-pit chicken, chips, cookie and pop. ", ' Please be sure to cheer the boys on ~ ~ to victory—and also “come hungry’ X

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