With snow forecasted to continue past midnight on New Year’s Eve, many Indiana Department of Transportation drivers will welcome 2013 behind the wheel of a yellow plow truck. INDOT will be doing its part to make state highways as safe as possible, and asks drivers to celebrate responsibly and consider weather forecasts for travels to …read more.

The National Weather Service office in Syracuse has offered a special weather statement for today, Dec. 31. The NWS is forecasting periods of moderate snow to develop this afternoon ahead of a cold front. The snow is expected to intensify through the afternoon with visibilities down to one-half mile possible in some areas. Total snow …read more.

Kosciusko County’s Silver Anniversary Program to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is scheduled for Monday, Jan. 21, 2013, at the Orthopaedic Capital Center, 610 Wooster Rd, Winona Lake. “A 25 Year Stroll Down Memory Lane,” presented by the Committee to Commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Inc., in cooperation with Grace College and Seminary, will …read more.

Since StaceyPageOnline.com officially launched on April 30, 2012, we’ve been covering some of the biggest stories in Kosciusko County and keeping track of what our readers are reading. Although it has not been a complete year for us, these are the top 10 stories of 2012 since our launch in April, as decided by our …read more.

Firefighters with the Warsaw-Wayne Township Fire Territory responded to 771 N. Timberline Circle West in Warsaw this afternoon when the home’s occupants began to smell smoke. The fire department’s quick response diverted any real damage to the home. The fire department was called at approximately 4:20 p.m. to the single-story ranch style residence which, according …read more.

Eighteen people were arrested in Whitley County Saturday night after police received a tip that illegal dog fighting was taking place at a Churubusco home. According to a police report, police obtained a search warrant for a home in the 900 block of East SR 205 in Churubusco after an initial investigation and raided the …read more.

Warsaw Fire Department was called to 732 E. Smith Street at about 11 p.m. Saturday where smoke was reported in one of the units. The structure is a multi-family dwelling with 6 apartments. Fire crews were on scene less than an hour and determined the smoke and small fire was from an overheated aquarium hood. …read more.

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RTIpDQBULUY]   Warsaw Police located a methamphetamine lab at the Super 8 Motel on Frontage Road in Warsaw late Saturday night and arrested a husband and wife. Shawn Luther Morton, 50, and Dawn Ellen Morton, 47, both of Warsaw, were both arrested in September  when they were found to have a meth lab in their …read more.

Indiana Conservation Officers across the state are advising citizens of the potential hazards of being on frozen lakes, ponds, rivers and streams this winter. Every winter, thousands of Hoosiers enjoy fishing, skating, hiking or just sliding around on frozen ponds and lakes. And every year, people drown after falling through ice. Like driving on snow, …read more.

Warsaw and Kosciusko County emergency services are responding to a number of accidents and slide offs due to slick road conditions. If you need to travel, please allow yourself extra travel time to arrive at your destination this evening. As always, drive with caution. The National Weather Service office in Syracuse is forecasting less than …read more.

A former TV sitcom star is the keynote speaker of the 2013 Warsaw Women’s Expo coming up in March. The two-day unique event for women will be Saturday and Sunday, March 23-24, and features speakers, classes, exhibitors, entertainment and more. Lisa Whelchel, who portrayed Blair Warner on The Facts of Life from 1978 to 1988 and was …read more.

This week’s Pet of the Week is Chewie. He is approximately 1 year old and just a little guy at 28 pounds. He has the goofiest personality and is always a happy pup! He loves to play ball and tug of war. He loves kids and is great with other dogs. Chewie is up to …read more.

Nappanee Fire Department and Multi-Township EMS responded to an accident involving a car and an Amish buggy at approximately 6:20 p.m. Friday. A Milford toddler and her father were taken to a South Bend hospital in serious condition after their buggy collided with a car at 5414 W. CR 1350 N., near Nappanee. Kosciusko County …read more.

North Webster Town Council held its end-of-the year meeting Dec. 27 at town hall. The council approved a three-year lease for the 20 acres of farm land it owns north of town to J. and M. Roberts Farms, Syracuse. The current lease with Larry Mock had expired and he didn’t wish to renew. Looking back …read more.

A vehicle collided with a gas pump at Katie’s Kwik Mart in Leesburg and gasoline was reported leaking from the pump. Leesburg / Plain Township Fire Department was called to the scene to control the gas leak. No injuries were reported. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department is investigating.

A Syracuse man has died from injuries he suffered in a single vehicle crash earlier this week. According to information provided by the Kosciusko County Fatal Accident Crash Team, Corey Kneller, 20, was injured in a crash near Tippecanoe Country Club early Sunday, Dec. 23. Officers were called to Kosciusko Community Hospital at approximately 2:50 …read more.

Sam Stimmel has opened a third location of California Dreamin, a variety store of sorts that was part of a federal raid in September. Stimmel confirmed to the Kendallville News Sun that he has opened a third store at 120 W. Main St. in Albion. At that location, California Dreamin sells “novelties and gifts.” An Elkhart store …read more.

Pierceton Fire Department was initially called for a skid loader on fire in a tool shed, but there was some difficulty with locating the address and dispatcher error was to blame. Initially the dispatcher who received the 9-1-1 call at approximately 8:30 a.m. Wednesday sent the fire department to 7293 E. 150 S. noting a …read more.

The Schneider Foundation through PNC Charitable Trusts has awarded $50,000 for Trine University’s new doctoral program in physical therapy, making it the first gift for Trine’s first doctoral program. The grant will help Trine establish a professional doctorate in physical therapy program at Trine’s regional campus in Fort Wayne, where students are receiving both undergraduate …read more.

Just before 9 p.m. Wednesday a New Jersey man was killed along U.S. 30 in Whitley County when he lost control of his truck on the icy highway. John Knaver, 50, of Wenonah, N.J., and two passengers – Daniel Nevius, 26, of Gloucester, N.J., and John Knaver Jr., 31, of Deptford, N.J. – were westbound …read more.

A statewide Silver Alert has been declared by the Columbus Police Department. The Columbus Police Department is investigating the disappearance of Vonda D. Fivecoat, a 57-year-old white female, 5 feet 2 inches tall, 95 pounds, with blonde hair and blue eyes. Fivecoat was last seen at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 20, in Columbus, approximately 45 …read more.

As of 10:31 p.m., much of Indiana is still covered in snow from today’s winter storm. While weather conditions are expected to improve overnight, many roads are still snow covered and hazardous. Hoosiers are encouraged to check local conditions and follow the travel directions of local authorities. In Kosciusko County, county roads are still very …read more.

Plain Township/Leesburg Fire Department was called to a home on the southeast side of Chapman Lake just before 10:30 p.m. Wednesday for what started as a chimney fire but quickly evolved into a working structure fire.

Firearms license applications and firearms sales are on the rise across the country and in Indiana and, according to gun retailers, it’s being sparked by fear of government control. Steve Long of Eagle Creek Firearms LLC, Argonne Road in Warsaw, said guns are “flying off the shelves. If (people) come in, they buy something. They’re …read more.

Recognizing his 27 years as Kosciusko County District Conservationist, an open house to honor Sam St. Clair is being held on Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013. St. Clair is retiring after more than 36 years of service to Kosciusko County. He will retire as the field officer for the local office of the Natural Resources Conservation …read more.

Wawasee Kiwanis is hosting the 2013 Snowmobile Race Day drags on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2013, on Lake Wawasee. The annual event is a fundraiser for Wawasee Kiwanis community projects and this year will also benefit the Harold Schrock Youth Complex and Riley Hospital for Children. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. in Syracuse Lakeside Park, 1013 …read more.

S.C.A.R.S. Pit Bull Rescue is desperately searching for a home – or even a foster home – for Thunder, who is currently in a high kill shelter in Kentucky. Thunder grew up with three young children and other dogs. He was surrendered to the shelter because the homeowner’s insurance company would not allow the breed …read more.

A Goshen man under investigation since December 2011 for child molestation was arrested Sunday by an officer of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department. Armando Ruiz, 34, was arrested on a warrant after felony charges were filed by the Kosciusko County Prosecutor’s Office earlier this month. Ruiz is charged with two C felonies including child molesting …read more.

The Marshall County Board of Commissioners has issued a Travel Advisory for Marshall County. The Travel Advisory is in response to the numerous accidents and slide offs that continue to occur due the recent snow event. The commissioners, in accordance with Marshall County Ordinance Number 2011-16, have issued a Travel Advisory which means routine travel …read more.

Sons of the North Webster American Legion Post 253 gave a donation of $718.50 to the North Webster Food Pantry recently. Accepting the check for the pantry was J.B. Routh, pictured at left. Craig Streby, past commander, made the presentation.

With high winds and significant amounts of snow in the forecast for much of Indiana today, state officials are warning Hoosiers to prepare for the worst. Preparations include charging cell phones and other items in case power is interrupted, evaluating whether driving is necessary, taking your time if you decide to drive, and gathering items …read more.

Dr. J. Rex Parent, a noted eye surgeon, and his sons, Jason and J.R., are the new owners of The Oakwood Inn in Syracuse. These videos are courtesy of Wawascene.com and are a series of brief interviews with Rex Parent and Jeremiah Heierman, property manager of Oakwood, discussing the vision for the well-known Lake Wawasee inn. Oakwood …read more.

In light of recent tragic events in Connecticut, we, at StaceyPageOnline.com, want to honor the joy of this Christmas season and the miracle of children and we need your help to do so. Our Photos of Santa 2012 was such a great hit we decided to keep it rolling and are asking everyone to send …read more.

The Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect for Kosciusko County through 10 p.m. tonight and before it’s said and done forecasters say we could see 5 inches of snow. Snow with areas of blowing snow will continue through about 5 p.m., and snow will be likely throughout the evening hours. Today’s high will reach near …read more.

Fire crews and police were called to a trailer fire at 3104 E. Wooster Rd. Lot 30, Warsaw, just after midnight Christmas morning. The fire was reportedly started by fireworks. American Red Cross volunteers were called to the scene for a canteen for emergency personnel, and to assist the family. According to officials on scene, …read more.

Dreaming of a White Christmas? The Indiana Department of Transportation plow truck drivers are prepared to work overtime to ensure that holiday travels are as safe as possible. Throughout the winter, INDOT winter operations crews are regularly tasked to work through nights, weekends and holidays and, with current forecasts predicting winter weather for northern Indiana …read more.

This year’s Christmas gifts were not the only thing on Lincoln Elementary students’ minds. Instead, students at the Warsaw school were focusing their attentions on helping raise money for a local family in desperate need of a new wheelchair. Kate Black was merely 4 months old when doctors discovered she suffered from a very rare …read more.

The 47th Annual “Salvation Army Day” netted $50,711.25 raised by the Warsaw Rotary Club for The Salvation Army of Kosciusko County. The club met on Friday, Dec. 21, to observe the annual event to help others in need. Chairman N. Bruce Howe, founder of the event, was unable to be there for the first time in 47 …read more.

Cities and towns have finalized their business for 2012, many factories and companies are either on shut down or sparsely populated now until after the first of the year. In short, this is a slow news time for media so we’re asking for our readers help in submitting some news. Our Santa photos were such …read more.

Teaching can get in the bloodstream and teachers form strong bonds with students. Year after year, it keeps them motivated to keep coming back in spite of all the challenges, demands and obstacles. But in reality, many teachers are no different than those in other career fields. Eventually the timing is right to retire or …read more.

Elkhart County Sheriff’s Detectives, working with the Elkhart County Coroner’s office, completed an autopsy Saturday on Norma J. Hopper and determined her death was the result of a homicide. On Friday, Dec. 21, Elkhart County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to 54640 Michael Dr. in Elkhart to investigate the death of Hopper, 76, who was found deceased at the …read more.

With the blessing of the Warsaw Board of Works and Public Safety, Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory will serve as a host for dive training classes in 2013. Warsaw Fire Chief Mike Brubaker asked for the board’s blessing to host five classes locally that will be taught by Dive Rescue International. “My goal is that we be …read more.

Cold weather is here, and many Hoosiers turn to alternative heating methods to keep warm. The Indiana State Fire Marshal’s Office wants to remind Hoosiers are to take extra care when using alternative heating methods to stay warm in their homes. Alternative heating methods include fireplaces, gas or electric space heaters, wood burning stoves, and …read more.

Dear Editor, This is the story of Christmas Bear: There was no question the large stuffed bear wearing Christmas attire was old with a 1995 ribbon on its foot. The volunteers at the Angel Tree Center put it in a bag for a family as an added bonus. A little while later the mom returned …read more.

Thank you to our readers who sent in their favorite, funny and memorable Santa photos. We hope you enjoy this holiday slideshow we put together of all the photos we received.

A 13-year-old Tippecanoe Valley student and her father were killed in an automobile crash in Wabash County late Friday afternoon. The Wabash County Sheriff’s Department says Brittany Arceneaux, 13, and her father, John Arceneaux, 50, both of Akon, died at the scene of the 4:58 p.m. crash on the Eel River Bridge. According to police, Julia F. …read more.

Representatives of the Claypool Lions Club recently presented a $500 donation to the Kosciusko County Community Foundation to support the foundation’s operations. The Claypool Lions Club is one of 46,000 clubs around the world, all of which serve and help their local communities. The club’s mission is to empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet …read more.

One thing is certain for corn farmers in 2013, and that is the importance of risk management amid extreme uncertainty in yields and revenues, Purdue agricultural economist Chris Hurt said. Three years of below-normal corn yields and ongoing drought in the western corn belt have the potential to drive corn prices to record highs in …read more.

The Pierceton Fire Department battled high winds at a structure fire on Sellers Lake early this morning. Fire officials were called at approximately 2:40 a.m. to 5668 Lakeshore Dr. Upon arrival firefighters found a single story wood frame structure fully involved. Due to winds which were gusting to 50 mph at times, it took firefighters nearly …read more.

We have been accepting your favorite, funny and memorable Santa photos since Saturday. We’re working on compiling all of the great photos we received into a slideshow presentation. To have your photo included, send your photo by 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 21. Click on the Santa link at the top of the page to see …read more.

Dr. J. Rex Parent, a noted eye surgeon, and his sons, Jason and J.R., are the new owners of The Oakwood Inn in Syracuse. The videos below are courtesy of Wawascene.com and are a series of brief interviews with Rex Parent and Jeremiah Heierman, property manager of Oakwood, discussing the vision for the well-known Lake Wawasee inn. …read more.

A Kosciusko REMC member was contacted today by a caller identifying himself as the electric company. The caller asked the member to provide credit card information to pay their electric bill or their service would be disconnected in 20 minutes. This is a scam, Kosciusko REMC recommends members not provide credit card information to anyone who cannot …read more.

The Kosciusko Community YMCA announced plans for the development of a new YMCA facility on U.S. 30 and Mariner Drive in Warsaw. Initial plans for the new Y include a health and wellness center, lap pool, instructional warm water pool, multi-purpose gathering spaces, a youth and teen center, a double gymnasium and outdoor space for …read more.

        Have a memorable, favorite or just plain funny picture of a little one with Santa? Share it with us! We’re accepting photos through Friday, Dec. 21, to be included in a special slideshow presentation for Christmas. Click on the Santa link at the top of the page to share your photo …read more.

The Milford Redevelopment Commission met recently for a public hearing to discuss a northern tax increment finance district in Milford. With no opposition at the meeting, and only two people in attendance to speak in support, the resolution was adopted. George Robertson, president of the Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation, told the Redevelopment Commission that an …read more.

  Bill Warren Initially facing 457 years and 7 life sentences in prison, Bill Warren, 38, of North Manchester, was sentenced today to serve what will ultimately be less than 5 years behind bars. Defense attorney Alan J. Zimmerman said, “We consider it a huge victory.” Warren was found guilty last month following four days of …read more.

Tyler Baatz, 26, was arrested in August on felony charges of child seduction and sexual misconduct, class D and class B felonies respectively. Today, the former middle school teacher was sentenced to prison for his crime. Just before Judge Duane Huffer handed down his sentence, Baatz said he is deeply sorry for the pain he …read more.

The Fort Wayne Philharmonic returns to Manchester University for a two-concert “Warm Up Your Winter” series in January and February on the North Manchester campus. A Thursday, Jan. 17, performance of the six-musician Freimann Ensemble promises an up-close experience in the intimate Wine Recital Hall. The concert begins at 7 p.m. with a program of …read more.

Make donating blood part of your New Year’s Resolution and get involved in any or several of the Red Cross Bloodmobiles slated for the new year. Many New Year’s resolutions focus on breaking bad habits, but The American Red Cross encourages you to take up a NEW, positive habit instead. By resolving to donate blood …read more.

North Webster Tippecanoe Township Fire Department will be testing the newly installed severe weather warning sirens on Wednesday, Dec. 26, between the hours of 10 a.m. and noon. The sirens are located to the north of North Webster in the area of Lake City Bank and to the south of North Webster south of the North …read more.

The National Weather Service has growing confidence in a winter storm system that is moving toward the Midwest and has now issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Kosciusko and Marshall counties among others. The advisory goes into effect from 7 p.m. this evening to 7 p.m. Friday. The advisory means the possibility for strong winds …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Detectives arrested two adults and two juveniles who were allegedly involved in a recent daytime home burglary. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Detectives had staked out a residence at 9732 Excalibur Place, Cromwell, this morning in an attempt to locate a possible burglary suspect. Officers confronted a female leaving the residence who was identified …read more.

The Kosciusko Lakes and Streams Endowment Fund was recently created at the Kosciusko County Community Foundation. The endowment fund will provide KLAS with a stream of annual income to help them in their efforts to collect and analyze local lakes and streams data, provide water education, improve and protect local waters, and train college students …read more.

    An anonymous tip of a possible burglary in progress led Kosciusko County Sheriff’s deputies and detectives to the area of Hartzler Drive on the west side of Warsaw today at approximately 11:30 a.m. Just as officers arrived, they were advised the suspect vehicle fled the immediate area and was possibly headed east on …read more.

    We are still accepting our readers favorite Santa photos, but only until Friday, Dec. 21. At the end of the day on Friday, we’ll be working on a slideshow to present all of the great and memorable photos we have received. Click on the link at the top of the page to view …read more.

North Webster Town Council received three proposals during their meeting Dec. 18 for a cash renting lease on 20 acres of land north of North Webster, which is owned by the town. Council members decided to table a decision on the lease until their end of the year meeting to have time to go through …read more.

Brett Konarski of Jones Petrie Rafinski, formerly Wightman Petrie, the town of Syracuse’s engineering firm, provided an update on the U.S. 6/SR 13 Industrial Park during the Syracuse Town Council’s monthly meeting Tuesday night. Cripe Excavating has completed most of its work with installing 60 feet of force main pipe remaining. It is off-site until …read more.

Larry and Cheryl Battson of Greenwood, Ind., have been coming to Warsaw for more than 30 years with their Amazing World of Animals show. Over the years they have brought snakes, lizards, a wolf, a baboon, turtles and more each year to entertain and educate students at Warsaw elementary schools about conservation, and environmental management. …read more.

Discussion about renovating station one took up the majority of the Turkey Creek Fire Territory Board’s time during its regular monthly meeting Thursday evening. What has been discussed is a single story renovation for $242,000 plus an additional $26,000 for exterior work versus $410,000 for a second floor renovation. Bill Dixon, chairman of the board, …read more.

The Indiana National Weather Service office in Syracuse has issued a special weather statement for Kosciusko County and the surrounding counties including Marshall, Elkhart, LaGrange, Noble, Whitley and Wabash. Meteorologists have been watching a system that began developing off the coast of Texas early this week and is now moving across southern Colorado and the …read more.

A 48-year-old Warsaw man was airlifted to Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne in serious condition early this morning after his motorcycle collided with a deer. The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department is currently investigating the crash that happened at about 7:32 a.m. on Country Club Road just north of CR 500 South, south of …read more.

  Wawasee High School’s Key Club and National Honor Society teamed up last week to sponsor the annual penny pitch drive at the high school. The drive has been held annually for several years to assist needy high school students and their families in a variety of ways such as with medical expenses, clothing, food …read more.

    We’re still taking your favorite photos of kids and Santa! Whether it’s baby’s first meeting of the jolly old elf or your favorite child’s annual visit to the big guy, we want to see it! Send us your photos no later than Friday, Dec. 21, to be posted on the website and to …read more.

Across the country, the Y helps people give back and assist their neighbors by offering them opportunities to volunteer, advocate and support programs that strengthen the community. During the YMCA’s 4th Annual “Operation Thanksgiving Dinner,” 55 families received nonperishable food items to create a Thanksgiving meal. Forty-seven different individuals and groups helped to supply these …read more.

    Time is running out! Send us your favorite Santa photos by Friday, Dec. 21, and it will be published right here on StaceyPageOnline.com and will be included in a slideshow presentation to be featured for Christmas. We’re looking for your favorite photos of children with Santa or another memorable photo taken with Santa. …read more.

Newtown, Conn., is nearly 800 miles away from the Wawasee school district, but Friday it seemed right next door. Wawasee teachers, administrators, students and staff, as well as parents of students, reacted with shock, sadness and broken hearts as more than 25 adults and students were killed in a shooting rampage at Sandy Hook Elementary …read more.

    Kosciusko County elected officials were sworn into office today in a special ceremony hosted at the courthouse. Kosciusko County Circuit Court Judge Rex Reed did the honors of swearing in all of the officials individually following an invocation given by the county’s veterans affairs officer, Rich Maron, and the pledge of allegiance led …read more.

A Pierceton man came before Kosciusko County Commissioners this morning telling the board about problems at Pierceton Woods Academy. Rick Wagner lives near the facility, which houses juvenile offenders. He said he objected to the facility from the beginning and even went before Pierceton Town Council objecting when it was first opened in 2008. “We …read more.

Some people train their whole lives to run one marathon. Some people spend weeks recovering from that one journey on the road. And then there are some people that never recover from the pain, a different pain that has nothing to do with running at all. Some aspects of life are deemed unfair. Whether it …read more.

A clean-up project for the Tippecanoe River was discussed at the last meeting of the year for county commissioners this morning. Three men associated with the project came before the commissioners asking for support and assistance with the clean-up efforts. Dr. Nate Bosch, Jon Tyler and emergency management director Ed Rock said flooding is being …read more.

An ordinance to establish Warsaw as a “Tree City” was tabled Monday night as Warsaw Common Council members felt some of the enforcement issues needed further review. Warsaw is hoping to gain Tree City status to take advantage of funding and grants available through the Arbor Day Foundation. Such funding would assist the city and …read more.

It was a dramatic scene outside of a home near Pierceton yesterday when a man was apprehended at gunpoint after breaking into his former girlfriend’s home while armed. Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department were called to 6511 E. Pierceton Rd. just after noon Monday. It was reported that a possible burglary was in progress …read more.

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2o4RRS_NUuU]   At 7 p.m. Monday, children and adults alike gathered on the steps of the Kosciusko County Courthouse in Warsaw to honor those who have been lost to the senseless violence at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newton, Conn., as well as in our own community. The event, a candlelit peace vigil, was …read more.

Acting on Indiana law that required the city of Warsaw to establish new districting, the Warsaw Common Council voted Monday night to adopt new council districts. As required, the five districts are composed of contiguous territory, are reasonably compact and contain nearly equal populations. City planner Jeremy Skinner said the districts are equally populated to …read more.

      Have a favorite photo of a little one with Santa? Time is running out to share it with us so we can give everyone something to smile about this Christmas. Please email your jpeg photos of children with Santa to  [email protected]. Photos must be received no later than Friday, Dec. 21. Be …read more.

North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Fire Department and EMS held its annual Fire and EMS Appreciation Dinner Dec. 1. A slide show produced by Ken Strong was enjoyed along with a dinner prepared by the North Webster American Legion Post 253. Awards were presented by North Webster Fire Chief Jeremy Likens and EMS Director Alyssa Schmucker. Pictured …read more.

Over 76 children from Kosciusko County participated in the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #149 Christmas with a Cop program Saturday morning at the Warsaw Wal-Mart. FOP members met with families at the local Wal-Mart to assist in providing clothing and presents for over 76 children. Families were divided among various officers from throughout Kosciusko …read more.

Weather forecasters are closely monitoring a winter storm system as it begins to blanket parts of the northwest with snow. According to National Weather Service meteorologist Courtney Oberfell in Syracuse, the system that is expected to affect the midwest has not reached landfall yet. When it reaches the shores of Texas and moves across the …read more.

    Have a favorite photo of a little one with Santa? Time is running out to share it with us so we can give everyone something to smile about this Christmas. Please email your jpeg photos of children with Santa to  [email protected]. Photos must be received no later than Friday, Dec. 21. Be sure …read more.

The Community Book Read is for residents of Kosciusko County from mid-December through March 2013. Free copies of My Ańtonia by Willa Cather are in bright yellow bins throughout the county. Please take, read and enjoy the book. Return the book to the bin so someone else may read the book. The books will be …read more.

Dr. J. Rex Parent, a noted eye surgeon, and his sons, Jason and J.R., are the new owners of The Oakwood Inn in Syracuse. The videos below are courtesy of Wawascene.com and are a series of brief interviews with Rex Parent discussing the purchase and the family’s vision for the well-known Lake Wawasee inn. Oakwood …read more.

Wawasee High School Instrumental Music Department presents the string orchestra in “No Strings Attached,” a concert of holiday music, at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 18, in the high school auditorium. Under the direction of Joyce Dubach, the orchestra will open with the popular Christmas tune “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.” The finale will be a medley …read more.

Tyler A. Huffer, 1324 E. Main St., Warsaw, has filed his Declaration of Candidacy with Kosciusko County Republican Chairman Randall Girod for the position of Wayne Township Advisory Board. There is an upcoming Republican Caucus at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013, to appoint a board member to fulfill the remainder of the unexpired term of Michael W. Reed on …read more.

    Have a favorite photo of a little one with Santa? Time is running out to share it with us so we can give everyone something to smile about this Christmas. Please email your jpeg photos of children with Santa to [email protected]. Photos must be received no later than Friday, Dec. 21. Be sure …read more.