Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 135, Number 35, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 1 September 2016 — Page 1

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CLOSINGS FOR OFFICES, SCHOOLS WA-NEE All public schools in the Wa-Nee Community School district will be closed on Monday, Sept. 5, in observance of Labor Day. Government offices for both Wakarusa and Nappanee will be closed for the day as well. DIAL-A-STORY WAKARUSA "The Caterpillar's Surprise" is currently running on the Dial-a-Story Line sponsored by the Wakarusa Public Library. By calling 574-862-4441, listeners will hear the happy spring of a caterpillar's awareness of the bright new world around him NWHS FOOTBALL ON THE AIRWAVES NAPPANEE One of Nappanee's native sons has announced that North Wood football has a new radio home station. North Wood alumnus Ron Bedward, owner of Michiana Promotions, has secured an arrangement with WHME 103.1 FM to broadcast games in the 2016 season. Craig Wallin, longtime sports announcer, will be handling the duties of hosting the show, with color commentary provided by such local talents as Jon Andrews, Kirk Beer, Dan Caskey, Rich Dodson, AJ Risedorph, Jim Snider, Vince Turner, and Gene } Zercher. All broadcasts are j set to begin on game nights j with a 6:45 p.m. pre-game show, followed by- kickoff at 7 p.m. More information can be found at www. michianapromotions.com. CONSTRUCTION WAKARUSA INDOT will be working on SR 19 from the roundabout north to the US 20 Bypass through the month of September. They will be resurfacing SR 19, so be aware of traffic issues during this time. A GLIMPSE OF THE PASTATRENTOWN RENTOWN The 6th annual Rentown "Old Fashion Days" takes place on Friday, September 9 from 3-8 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 10 from 9-4 p.m. New this year will be a petting zoo, pony rides, and camel rides, as well as antique farm equipment and demonstrations, craft vendors, a thresher's menu, and a hake sale, to list just a few. Admission is $3, with children ages 12 and under See Around, Page A 4

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Historic Ag Days Photos/Amy Lant-Wenger Nancy Tooker made a return appearance to Wakarusa Historical Society's "Historic Ag Days," which took place on the weekend of Friday and Saturday, Aug. 26-27 at the Wakarusa Historical Museum. Tooker spent her timi£ demonstrating the art of old-fashioned spinning on an authentic vintage wheel. 1

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Bob Riley is an established craftsman at the art of blacksmithing, and he frequently visits the Wakarusa Historical Museum to perfect his talents. His exhibitions were among the most popular during the weekend of "Historic Ag Days," which took place at the Wakarusa Historical Museum this past weekend.

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Craig Spicher, at right, helps drain off extra cider from the pulp that was made with an old fashioned cider press during "Historic Ag Days."

The Stephen Schmidt family performed a rousing mix of spiritual bluegrass music and folksy anecdotes during their appearance at the Wakarusa Historical Museum over the weekend. See more photos, Page A 6

Is your pet scratching? Is it true.,. m m ' Can Dogs and Cats really have allergies? M ft Yes! Dogs and cats, just like humans, can have allergies. More BHMp than 30% of all skin irritations in these animals can be attributed Nappanee Veterinary to allergies. “ CaU us for more information. Hospital

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By Amy Lant-Wenger Assistant Editor NAPPANEE Having achieved a respectable and distinguished career in dedicated service to Wa-Nee Community Schools, Joe Sabo is ready for the next chapter of his life. After a leadership role that spans nearly two

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decades, Sabo announced to the Wa-Nee Community Schools Board of Trustees last week that he will be retiring fronj his position as superintendent. The departure is effective at the conclusion of the 2016-2017, and so the following months will be a coda to his tenure of 16 years. Eric Brown is the lone cur-

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Photo by Merrie Chapman Seth Watkins (left) has returned to the Nappanee Police Department after spending four years in the United States Marine Corps. He previously worked in the department for two years before leaving in 2012 to serve as a marine. Watkins was sworn in Aug. 22 by Nappanee Mayor Phil Jenkins (right). He is one of three newly hired Nappanee Police Reserve Patrolmen. Also hired were Kevin Miller and Chase Bice.

City welcomes new reserve police officers

By Merrie Chapman Staff Writer NAPPANEE Three new reserve police officers were added to the ranks of the Nappanee Police Department during last week's City of Nappanee Board of Public Works and Safety meeting. After having worked with the Nappanee Police Department for two years before joining the United States Marine Corps in 2012, Seth Watkins was hired back in as a reserve officer awaiting opportunity to serve fulltime. He served in the Marines for four years, and participated in Operation

Sewer rate increase ordinance on hold

By Mf.rrie Chapman Staff Wrtter NAPPANEE Common Council persons agreed to table the third reading of Ordinance #1521 designing a new sewer rate increase. That decision was made during the Aug. 15 regular session. In addition, the hext session was rescheduled because the originally planned date for the first meeting in September falls on Labor Day. Instead the Nappanee Common Council will next meet in regular session, 5 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 6, inside the Nappanee Municipal Center, 301 W. Lincoln St.. The rescheduled September meeting was set at an earlier time, 5 p.m., to allow matters of business to finish before die "City Wide Night Out", happening from 6 to 8 p.m., Sept. 6. It will take place at Recovery Park, located at eth comer of S. Summit and Indiana Streets. It will be a night offering all residents opportunity to meet Nappanee Emergency Responders, watch a K-9 demonstration, participate in both a bicycle rodeo and Safe Kids Program. The City of Nappanee will provide a bubble

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rent board member who was there to witness the hiring of Sabo-for the job back in 2001. Brown, along with his peers, expressed reluctance to see Sabo leave. "I wish we had you for at least a few years more," he said. Sabo has worked in the field of education for 43 years, with nearly half of that time spent in the Wa-Nee

Inherent Resolve. Watkins was sworn during the same meeting after being hired. Be watching for more information on the two others joining the local police reserves—Kevin Miller and Chase Bice. One bid, totaling $103,865, came towards cost of the coming Elm Street Dumpster Enclosure. It was received from R. Yoder Construction, and was taken under advisement. The bid included an estimated $1,725 needed for underground electrical work. A separate bid of an estimated $101,560, submitted by Beer & Slabaugh Inc., Nappanee, was award-

machine for kids, a bounce house and food for all visitors. Local residents are invited to attend this community event and support local law enforcement. Council members also passed six ordinances on first reading, including: • Ordinance 1522 Regarding LOIT Additional Appropriations • Ordinance 1523 Outlining an estimated 2 percent increase for most all employees of the City of Nappanee, effective 2017 • Ordinance 1524 Outlining an estimated 2 percent increase for elected official salaries for 2017 • Ordinance 1525 Codification of city rules and regulations to review and update where needed to meet any and all pre-existing or newer laws • Ordinance 1526 Known as the "Rainy Day Fund", allowing additional appropriations as needed • Ordinance 1527 MVH-LOIT, also needing See Rate, Page A 3

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district. He served in various roles over the past 24 years, including principal, assistant superintendent, and finally, superintendent. In his announcement, he declared that "Wa-Nee is now poised to provide even greater learning environments and opportunities for students." See Sabo, Page A 3

ed for needed work on N. Williams Street. Board members approved a request by Emergency Medical Services Director Jim Sumpter to allow an estimated $50,218 in unresolved balances to be written-off. The board proceeded to table discussions on work at the North Wood Water Tower, and approve road and alley closings bordering Kountry Wood Products during the annual Apple Festival. Closed will be Locke Street, between U.S. 6 and W. Walnut Street, and the alley on the north side between Locke Street and Lake City Bank.