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Letters to the Editor 04-07-2000

- Urban Legends - Band Members - Cruel And Unusual - Animal Welfare - Supports Greenway - Meijer Questions - Meijer Who? - Volunteer Week - Kid Violence Urban Legends Editor, Times-Union: Referring to the letter from Ben Scripture titled "People in Government" in the 4/05/00 paper, I am sorry to say that I believe this is one of those "Urban Legends" that is still being passed around especially on the Internet.Sorry, Ben.Although you had some good points voters should consider.
- | July 28, 2016

Breading Retires From Warsaw Little League

Although the fields are empty now, many Warsaw residents have been involved with Boggs Park.Whether through playing little league, or coaching a little league team, or attending games as a parent, or helping in the construction process, Boggs Park has been a part of many peoples' lives. Jim Breading, one of several people who was instrumental in bringing Boggs Park to Warsaw, recently retired from his duties after 17 years of service to Warsaw Little League, the last four as president. Although he began as a board member in 1982, Breading was actually involved in Warsaw Little League long before that.He was one of the first members of Warsaw Little League when it started in 1952.He was also involved in the first trade in the league.They had too many 12-year-olds and had to swap some players around.So Breading has seen the rise of this program from the beginning.
Jason Knavel, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

TV Has Easy Time With Triton

MENTONE -ÊThe Tippecanoe Valley girls basketball team held Triton to just six points in the first half on its way to a 64-33 victory Monday night. Rhonda Doud and Tabitha Pratt combined for 13 points as Valley started the first frame with an 18-0 run. Valley held Triton scoreless for over seven minutes until Brandi Ganshorn hit a field goal and converted it into a three-point play after nailing a free throw with just 23 seconds remaining in the first quarter. Going into the second, Valley held a commanding 21-3 lead after Rhonda Doud sank a three-pointer as buzzer sounded to end the first quarter. The second frame was much like the first as Valley outscored Triton 12-3 in the quarter. At the half, the Vikings held a 27-point lead over the Trojans, 33-6.
Jen Gibson, Times-Union Sports Writer- | July 28, 2016

Rensberger's Tip Saves Wawasee

SYRACUSE - Time was certainly on Wawasee's side against East Noble Friday. In a slow-moving turn of events, the Warriors' Hannah Rensberger grabbed an airball from Lydia Carpenter and converted the layup as the clock dwindled down to give Wawasee a thrilling 53-51 overtime win over the previously unbeaten Knights. The time was officially four seconds on the clock, but East Noble fans could swear it was longer, the result of a slower trigger finger on the timer.Nevertheless, it was certainly an exciting finish.
Greg Jones, Times-Union Sports Editor- | July 28, 2016

The Back Is Back Against NorthWood

Mason Ogle.Brent Lesniak.Brian Smith. They're all connected. All are star running backs.All play on winning football teams.All have played against NorthWood. Dowagiac's Lesniak rushed for 324 yards against NorthWood.Goshen's Ogle rushed for 180.Jimtown's Smith rushed for 162. Yes, NorthWood has played its fair share of teams built around one tremendous running back, and another name will be added to the list on Friday - Josh Jenkins. Angola's Jenkins rushed for 903 yards last year and is even better this year. Facing running backs who do everything but bend steel is nothing new for the Panthers.Still, when No.7 NorthWood (8-2) meets No.10 Angola (8-2), you can be sure Panthers coach Rich Dodson will underline, circle and draw arrows and stars at Jenkins' name on the chalkboard.
Jeff Holsinger, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Friction Occurs When Public And Private Intertwine

Elected officials are often faced with weighing the delicate balance between public and private interest, ensuring the former is protected, while not unduly infringing on the latter. By and large, our elected officials manage the task successfully and above reproach.At times, however, what should be a clear line of demarcation becomes a bit blurred. In an ideal world, governmental bodies would have ample tax dollars available to provide for the necessary services needed in our communities - police and fire protection, well-maintained roads and streets, efficient and environmentally-safe sanitary sewers - as well as providing some of the desired but less "needed" elements of civic life, such as parks or various and sundry "restoration" projects that directly benefit a small and select few. Ideal worlds seldom, if ever, exist.And the world, while good, is certainly not ideal in the town of Winona Lake these days.
DAVID A. BEALL, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Warsaw Top Program In '90s

Warsaw boys basketball distinction as the top program of the 1990s probably can be traced back to one single day, but it isn't even in this decade. No this day goes back six years before the '90s even started when the Tigers captured their first and only boys state championship title - March 24, 1984. Warsaw's 59-56 win over Vincennes Lincoln that day might have done more than give Warsaw the state title; it set in motion the enthusiasm and interest in a sport that has put the school and community on the map. "The seed of something like that would start with the state championship of 1984," current Warsaw JV coach Doug Ogle said."That had to be very motivating for the kids in elementary and junior high grades.That success kept breathing more success." The seed planted that day has grown into what can now be considered the best boys program of the '90s in terms of winning percentage among its high school (varsity, junior varsity and freshman) programs.
Greg Jones, Times-Union Sports Editor- | July 28, 2016

Letters to the Editor 05-11-2000

- Telephone Changes - Take Down Campaign Signs Telephone Changes Editor, Times-Union: Whenever I become aware of these new, handy cellular phones that one can carry wherever he goes, I realize that after 60 or 70 years, there has been a drastic change in the construction and operation of the telephone. Today, cellular phones are everywhere.They are glued to the ears of conversants ambling down the streets, eating in restaurants, driving in cars, flying in airplanes, etc.
- | July 28, 2016

Tigers Down But Not Out Vs. Eagles

COLUMBIA CITY - Sometimes X's and O's in a basketball aren't as important as hearts and guts.There comes a time when determination overrules adjustments. Warsaw reached that point against Columbia City Saturday.Trailing the host Eagles by 15 points in the second quarter, the Tigers reached down and pulled themselves up by the bootstraps and eventually garnered a 73-65 overtime win to move to 2-0 on the season. "I feel good about the heart and character we demonstrated," Warsaw coach Al Rhodes said."It came down to gut-check time for our seniors, and they came through with flying colors." Led by six points from sophomore Steve Siebenmorgen and four from senior Andy Plank, the Tigers outscored Columbia City 14-6 in the extra session for the win against a Columbia City team that had demolished a good Whitko squad 70-45 in its season opener.
Greg Jones, Times-Union Sports Editor- | July 28, 2016

Letters to the Editor 04-11-2000

- Victims Rights - Taxation - Protect The Constitution - Crime And Government Victims Rights Editor, Times-Union: Sunday, April 9th, began the first day of recognizing the 20th Annual National Crime Victims' Rights Week.Several people gathered for a tree planting ceremony in honor of victims of violence in our community, and with special remembrance of Detective Sgt.Phil Hochstetler, who lost his life trying to protect ours.We want to thank all those who attended and participated in this very special event.
- | July 28, 2016

Eagles Soar Over Tigers

COLUMBIA CITY -ÊAlthough the Warsaw Tigers girls basketball team scored 30 points in the final quarter of play in Tuesday's game against Class 3A No.9 Columbia City, the Eagles came out on top 74-66. Columbia City struck first in the game when Brooksie King netted the first basket of the night to put the Eagles up 2-0, but Warsaw returned the favor 10 seconds later.Jenna Rooney drove to the basket hit a layup and was fouled on the play.After her free throw swished through the net, Warsaw went up 3-2. That would be one of only two times the Tigers would take the lead.The other time came with 5:45 left in the first quarter when Hilary O'Connell netted a basket to put Warsaw up 5-4. Then Columbia City started to pull ahead and went up 11-7 with 3:00 left in the first stanza.The Tigers battled back to tie the score at 13 at the end of the first period of play.
Jen Gibson, Times-Union Sports Writer- | July 28, 2016

Patrick Has Successful Return To Whitko

SOUTH WHITLEY -ÊA sign in the Tippecanoe Valley stands said it all to Whitko: "Thanks 4 Patrick." The Vikings helped give that sign more meaning when they defeated Whitko 69-53 Friday night. Second-year Tippecanoe Valley coach Bill Patrick returned to Whitko, where he previously coached for 29 years and led the Wildcats to a 478-180 record.He resigned in 1995 after clashing with the administration. The trip to Whitko's gym was his second as Valley coach.Patrick coached the Vikings in their 111-107 double overtime loss in the 1998 Whitko Sectional. Valley jumped out to an early lead over Whitko in the first quarter when the Vikings scored seven unanswered points to open the game.The Viking defense held the Wildcat offense scoreless until a J.R.Manuel basket Whitko's first points of the game with 5:00 on the clock.
Jen Gibson, Times-Union Sports Writer- | July 28, 2016

Warsaw Boys Win Again

Third-year Warsaw varsity boys basketball coach Doug Ogle was right - South Bend Clay is a different team than Columbia City. For Ogle and his Tigers, however, it was the same outcome as they improved to 2-0 with a 56-45 win over the Colonials Tuesday night. Warsaw opened the season Saturday with a 20-point win over visiting Columbia City, a team with a 6-foot-7 center that scored 16 of his team's 27 points and gave the Tigers trouble inside, but not a team that coaches would describe as overly athletic. Tuesday night the Tigers hosted Clay, a team that started 6-6 junior Daniel Payne and 6-7 senior Ashton Daniel. The Colonials' size and athleticism troubled the Tigers at times, but as is often the case with teams that are taller and agressive, Clay got in foul trouble and Warsaw took advantage. The Tigers finished the game 14 of 18 at the charity stripe and converted 8 of 9 free throw attempts in the fourth quarter.
Dale Hubler, Times-Union Sports Editor- | July 28, 2016

Northfield Upsets Squires -ÊAgain

Heading into the Wabash County Boys' Basketball Tournament at Northfield High School, all eyes were on the Manchester Squires.According to the coaches in the tournament, Manchester was the team to beat.The Squires would have to get past one of their biggest rivals, the host Northfield Norsemen. Turn the calender back to last March, the second round of the Maconaquah sectional where these same Norsemen took on the favored Squires.It took three overtimes, but the underdog Norsemen upset the Squires 42-41. It was deja-vu all over again for Manchester. What was supposed to be a warm-up for Wednesday's championship game against Southwood (a 77-26 winner over Wabash), the Norsemen pulled off their second upset in 10 months, defeating Manchester 47-46 in Tuesday's first round of the 1999 Wabash County Tournament.
Craig Helfrich, Times-Union Sports Correspondent- | July 28, 2016

Tiger Wrestlers Take Fifth In Tourney

The Warsaw wrestling team finished fifth in a field of 14 teams at the Lake Central Tournament Saturday, with three of the Tigers winning individual championships. The first-place finishers for Warsaw were Anthony Boley (103 pounds), Isaac Perry (160) and Joey Navarro (275). Anthony Boley showed excellent technique in pinning all of his opponents in the first period of each of his matches.First he pinned Brian Shutka of Hammond Gavit in 58 seconds, then he nailed Matt Ferry of Lafayette Jefferson in 1:00, and in the championship, Boley scored a fall over Tim Hunt of Munster in 50 seconds. Perry's opponents were unable to score any points other than escapes, and many of these were intentional releases by Perry so he could score another takedown.In the first round, Perry defeated Robert Abeyta of Lake Station in a 19-3 technical fall, and in round two, he scored another technical fall, 20-4, over Robert Trevino of Gavit.
Jim Brenneman, Times-Union Sports Correspondent- | July 28, 2016

He Was Wrong, Honesty And Integrity Don't Matter

Pass the salt.And a little ketchup, too, if you don't mind. I'll need something to help mask the taste of the crow I'll have to eat once the Senate drives a stake through the heart of the effort to return a sense of dignity and honor to the institution of the presidency later this week. I'll endure the barbs and the gloating, I'll suffer through the "I told you so," and "Can we move on, at last?" comments. To my friends and colleagues who have stood by Bill Clinton (I will never call him president again, he will never again deserve to be referred to as my president) as he slipped the noose of conviction in the Senate, I want to remind them of where I've been in the controversy from the start. On July 31 last year, I wrote in this space: "Is it really OK to lie just because you are accused of wrongdoing by someone who is unpopular or less attractive than the average beauty queen? "I sure hope not.But the recent polls aren't encouraging.
DAVID A. BEALL, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Warsaw Grapplers Wrestle Away Two Wins At Penn

OSCEOLA - Warsaw's varsity wrestlers traveled Saturday to the Penn Super Duals, and the eager young team took a pair of victories, going 2-2 on the day.Matt Elvidge (130 pounds) and Evan Readle (215) each nabbed individual championships. "This was the first time the Tigers ever achieved a team victory at the Penn event," said Tiger head coach Tony Boley. He went on to note, "We all wrestled very well and we were aggressive, with lots of action." Warsaw was forced to scramble with the loss of several wrestlers to injury. "We are trying to figure out what to do in those weight classes, and Evan Readle has been in able to fill the gap at 215," said Boley of the weights where he's lost wrestlers.
Jim Brenneman, Times-Union Sports Correspondent- | July 28, 2016

Fourth-Ranked Eagles Escape Claws Of Tiger Upset Bid

COLUMBIA CITY - Two days after families gathered for turkey and trimmings, Warsaw's varsity boys basketball team nearly carved up some birds of its own. The Tigers gave the fourth-ranked Columbia City Eagles all they could handle Saturday night, but poor shots early and a pair of free throws by senior Trent Shively with 7.3 seconds remaining left Warsaw to stomach a 31-28 loss. While the defense was there, it was the lack of offensive execution that left a bad taste in second-year Warsaw coach Doug Ogle's mouth.
DALE HUBLER, Times-Union Sports Writer- | July 28, 2016

Squires Improve To 3-0

NORTH MANCHESTER - In 32 minutes of basketball Friday, it was the first eight that lifted the Manchester varsity boys team past visiting Fort Wayne Bishop Dwenger. On the strength of a 7-of-9 shooting effort from the field, the host Squires outscored the Saints 20-9 in the first quarter en route to a 43-34 win. "(Bishop Dwenger) is awfully young, it being their first game," Manchester coach Gary Goshert said."We got points off turnovers, and we got points off half-court execution.We were very efficient in that first quarter, obviously on defense too.That was huge, it was the difference in the game." Manchester, a team playing without junior Todd Dale until Christmas and playing with senior Michael Sorg for the first time since breaking his arm in football, improved to 3-0 with the win.Dwenger fell to 0-1.
DALE HUBLER, Times-Union Sports Writer- | July 28, 2016

Third Quarter Blues Doom Warriors

GOSHEN - The curse continues. For the fifth straight year, the Wawasee Warriors did not have what it took to win the Goshen Holiday Tournament, losing in the opening round to Goshen 64-48 Friday in the semifinals. Goshen used a big third quarter to open up a close game, and take control. The Redskins hit for 24 points in the third, while allowing the Warriors only 11. Goshen junior Jon Swartz was on fire nailing four of five shots and two free throws for 11 of his game-high 19 points in that period. The real key for the Redskins was free throw shooting. Both teams hit 20 field goals in the game, but Goshen went to the line 27 times, hitting 22 of those, while Wawasee stepped up only five times, hitting only three.There lies the difference of the game. The game seemed to start in the traditional Goshen slow down fashion.
ORA FREEMAN, Times-Union Sports Correspondent- | July 28, 2016
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