Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 130, Number 4, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 25 January 2007 — Page 4

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• Advance News • Thursday, January 25, 2007

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Jan. 10 •Kiser L. Chamberlin, 20, Nappanee, disregarding a stop sign, $114.50 •Marlin C. Gingerich, 47, Nappanee, speeding, $159.50 •Jose L. Mendez, 23, Elkhart, operator never licensed, $184.50 •Tracy L. Milcherska, 28, Mishawaka, speeding, $131.50 Jan. 11 •Michael B. Rhines, 19, Claypool, possession of paraphernalia, $134.50 Jan. 12 •Juard M. Barnes, 21, Elkhart, possession of marijuana, $356.50 •Demetrius L. miller, 33, Nappanee, no operator's license, $119.50 Jan. 16 •Charles L. Baker, 56, Elkhart, no operator's license, $114.50 •Susana Trejo, 39, Nappanee, operator never licensed, $209.50

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Thursday, Jan. 25 9 a.m.: Walking 10 a.m.: Chair exercises 1 p.m.: Euchre Friday, Jan. 26 9 a.m.: Walking Volunteer Day: Crochet hats for Boys and Girls Club 12:30: 3 & 13 game Monday, Jan. 29 9 a.m.: Walking Quilting Day: Bring a sack lunch 1 p.m.: Pinochle Tuesday, Jan. 30 9 a.m.: Walking 10 a.m.: Chair exercises 1 p.m.: Euchre Wednesday, Jan. 31 Noon: Ham and bean brunch with com bread and Jell-O. Cost is $4, make reservations.

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for a luncheon and programs would last for several hours. Nowadays, things are much less formal. Luncheons are no longer part of the club, and the programs are much shorter and to-the-point. The topics that the group discusses tend to be more local. They also try to focus on those issues pertaining to families and everyday living, like health. While the club consists exclusively of women, they do try to get their husbands involved as well. As an effort to include them, the club has initiated an annual men's meeting, at which time husbands are invited to participate in various activities. "We've had a lot of fun over the years," Leavitt commented. "I've just totally enjoyed knowing all the different women," said club president Pat Miller.

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The club has also sought to benefit the community through donations to various not-for-profit organizations like the Nappanee Boys and girls Club and to the Nappanee Public Library's Heritage collection. "We have contributed to the arts in Nappanee and the education of women in Nappanee," said Pat. Membership to Current Club is by invitation only, and all new members are voted on. The club may have only 25 active members at a time, though there may also be associate, honorary and nonresident members. Non-resi-dent members are those who have moved away but who wish to retain their membership status. By tradition, Methodist ministers' wives are always considered honorary members.

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involved in the choir. Senior king candidates included Phil Flickinger, son of Larry and Renita Flickinger and Mike Neff, son of David and Teresa Neff. Flickinger played on the football team, is active with the North Wood High School business professionals group, and is interested in pursuing a career in the culinary arts. Besides his church youth group, Neff listed his interests as "synchronized swimming and captain of my fantasy football team." Members of the court included juniors Monica Lengacher, daughter of Jamie and Jolinda Lengacher and her escort Jordan Taylor, son of Greg and Kim Taylor. Lengacher plays softball and is an Upward Basketball coach, while Taylor plays football and golf. Sophomore attendants were Kelcy Heckaman, daughter of Jay and Ann Heckaman who was escorted by Preston Swain, son of Andy and Angie Swain. Heckaman is a member of the student council, runs crosscountry and track and plays soccer while Swain plays tennis and baseball, is a member of the concert band and student council. Last but not least were the freshmen, Rachael Hall, daugh-

ter of Christopher and Brenda Hall and her escort, Tony Miranda, son of Martin and Angie Miranda. Hall is active in

Circuit rider program going strong in Nappanee

By Mandy McFarland Editor NAPPANEE Financing. Advertising. These are just some of the often-intimidating topics associated with owning one's own business. Starting a business can be easier said than done, as many local entrepreneurs have learned. As a remedy to the situation, the Nappanee Area Chamber of Commerce brought in Staci Lugar Brettin of the Small Business Development Center, based in South Bend. It has been six months since Brettin began making regular trips to Nappanee, visiting with local business owners and entrepreneurs as needed and discussing with them the finer points of starting and/or maintaining a small business. Brettin visits Nappanee once a month. At this time, business owners are free to set up an appointment with her and to bring her their business-related questions. "Our number one challenge is that people are hesitant to come in for counseling because they feel that there is something wrong of has to be wrong with their business," Brettin commented. "But they may just need someone to talk to." Brettin has worked closely with several local business owners, offering practical advice on how best to grow and manage their businesses, as well as how to handle such areas as marketing, sales, human resource and employee management and so forth. Brettin works closely with downtown businesses, but she is also interested in working with the local Amish community and others who may operate out of their own homes.

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This year’s Sweetheart candidates included senior queen candidates (front, left to right) Bethany Ramer, Amanda Bechtel, Erin Hoffer, senior king candidates (center, left to right) Mike Neff, Phil Flickinger and Kelly Adams and (back, left to right) junior Monica Lengacher, sophomore Kelcy Heckaman and freshman Rachael Hall.

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Staci Lugar Brettin of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and Brian Paulson of Cutting Edge Computer Solutions in Nappanee discuss some of the finer points of business growth and development at a recent SBDC Business Feasibility meeting.

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