The 800 block of North Lake Street in Warsaw was closed Saturday night for about two hours after a truck slammed into a utility pole. Shortly after 10 p.m. the truck crashed into a utility pole resulting in a snapped pole, downed power lines and downed phone lines. According to a Warsaw Police report, the …read more.

    Have a favorite photo of a little one with Santa? Share it with us so we can give everyone a reason to smile this Christmas. Please email your jpeg photos of children with Santa to [email protected]. Be sure to include information that includes the child’s name, age, and any additional information about what makes …read more.

Warsaw Police took one man into custody outside the Freedom Express gas station on Argonne Road just before 5 p.m. Saturday. The man, wearing a green hoodie and a camouflage hat, was reportedly trying to rob the station. An employee called 9-1-1 saying the suspect told them he had a gun, but it was never displayed. …read more.

        We are asking our readers to send us their favorite photos of little ones with Santa. Whether it was baby’s first meeting, a funny meeting or just a special photo to you, we want to give everyone a reason to smile this Christmas. Photos must be received by Friday, Dec. 21. …read more.

It’s being called the Kosciusko Peace Vigil and the public is being asked to attend the Monday evening event to honor the memories of everyone who lost their lives in the Connecticut school shootings Friday. The vigil is also to remember those in our community who were victims of violence. A local pastor will offer …read more.

An accident in the 9100 block of East 1250 North in Syracuse Friday night resulted in the partial amputation of a foot to an 18-year-old female. The crash happened after a pursuit early this morning near Enchanted Hills. According to Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department information provided today, deputies were called to a domestic battery incident …read more.

First in wagons pulled by horses and now in large semi-trucks, farmers have hauled grain to an elevator in Leesburg for roughly 114 years. A visible piece of local history will be gone when the original portion of the grain elevator in Leesburg is demolished. The original portion sits parallel to the Norfolk-Southern Railroad line …read more.

Wawasee Community School Corporation has told parents security measures will be discussed in light of another deadly school shooting. WCS Superintendent Dr. Thomas Edington sent a notice to all Wawasee parents Friday saying, “We’ll review our school safety plans at Wawasee, talk about the need for locking school doors during the day, and work to …read more.

Pak-A-Sack/Shell Food Mart’s at both Warsaw locations on Center Street and U.S. 30 again have assisted with providing a large donation toward the purchase of clothing and gifts for local families in need of assistance this holiday season. Kosciusko County F.O.P. members Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Sgt. Rick Shepherd and Lt. Chris McKeand were present …read more.

Hayle Doty, 24, of Milford, Ind., pleaded guilty to felony offense of conspiracy to distribute marijuana in a federal court and will face sentencing next year. Doty and Joseph Olivo, 32, both of Milford, were charged by Elkhart County authorities when methamphetamine and more than 100 pounds of marijuana was located in their then Rolling …read more.

Warsaw detectives have completed an investigation that involved the burglary to a Warsaw home and home business where a vehicle was stolen and other items taken. On Thanksgiving morning, Goshen Police were involved in a high speed chase in their city with a pickup truck. During the pursuit the pickup crashed and its passenger fled …read more.

A house fire broke out at 102 S. Jackson in Atwood just after noon today when a passerby reported flames on a back porch of a residence. The residential dwelling is a duplex in the Jackson Heights neighborhood. Atwood Fire and Mentone EMS were the initial departments called to the scene. Upon arrival of fire …read more.

  Several individuals were recognized at the 2012 Syracuse Volunteer Fire Department Awards Banquet held Dec. 8. Names of the award winners along with awards they received are as follows. Those honored are also pictured above in the order listed here. In front row, from left: Lydia Karns – CPR Save Award, Ambulance Operations Award, …read more.

Warsaw Community Schools is proud to announce that Harrison, Jefferson and Lincoln Elementary schools have achieved the Reward Schools Status. Per Indiana’s NCLB Flexibility Waiver, Reward Schools are Title I-served schools that show high growth or high achievement. This year, the IDOE awarded Reward school status to elementary, middle, and high schools. The methods used …read more.

Seven’s Heaven Wildlife Rehabilitation and animal rescue is located in Pierceton and serves as a center for orphaned and injured wildlife and displaced exotic and farm animals. The nonprofit center relies on donations to care for the animals. On Saturday, Dec. 22, Seven’s Heaven will have its annual Christmas fundraiser in front of the Warsaw …read more.

Following an investigation that has spanned several weeks, police in Syracuse arrested an Elkhart woman Thursday for dealing drugs near a school. Carol Ann Garcia, 44, 1623 Superior St., Elkhart, was taken into custody yesterday and charged with dealing a Schedule III controlled substance within 1,000 feet of a school. Police made an undercover purchase …read more.

Warsaw Police and Fire officials responded to the Eastgate Apartment complex in Warsaw shortly after 11 p.m. Thursday after a resident reportedly heard a child call for help. Police were called to 469 Clinic Ct. responding to what was initially said to be a search for a missing child. The person who called 9-1-1 said …read more.

A Caucus of eligible Republican Precinct committeemen will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013, at the Wayne Township Trustee’s office, 114 E. Center St., Warsaw, for the purpose of filling a vacancy. The vacancy is for the remainder of the unexpired term of Michael W. Reed on the Wayne Township Advisory Board. Reed will assume his duties …read more.

Long-time Kosciusko County Councilman Tom Anglin received a standing ovation at the conclusion of Thursday night’s regular council meeting as his councilmates and fellow county office holders bid him farewell. Anglin opened the last meeting of 2012 noting it was also his last meeting as an elected official. “Since I’ve been on the council since …read more.

Bloomberg is reporting today that Kroger Co. has joined in the bidding process to acquire the assets of now bankrupt Hostess Brands Inc. The Bloomberg report says about two dozen companies are currently bidding for the assets. Among those bidders are Walmart. Experts, according to the report, say the liquidation sale could fetch as much …read more.

Despite U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulations requiring generic medications to carry identical warnings to those on corresponding brand-name products, a study by Regenstrief Institute researchers has found that more than two-thirds of generic drugs have safety-warning labels that differ from the equivalent brand-name drug. The investigators reviewed 9,105 product labels for over 1,500 drugs …read more.

More than 15 vehicles were broken into near North Webster overnight, but police have three people in custody charged with the crimes. Michael Alan Rockey, 18, of Cromwell, and Ryan D. Silliman, 19, of North Webster, are preliminarily charged with felony theft. Police say a 14-year-old was also apprehended and is currently at Pierceton Woods …read more.

The Warsaw Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that incoming Indiana Governor Mike Pence has accepted the invitation to be keynote speaker for its 101st Annual membership dinner. Governor Pence will follow Mitch Daniels in not only the governor’s seat, but also as WK Chamber’s keynote speaker. Governor Daniel’s was the keynote …read more.

This cutie pie is Tommy and he is this week’s Pet of the Week. Tommy is approximately 2 years old and just as sweet and goofy as they come. He loves to play fetch and run. He’s a very playful little boy but is just as happy getting love and affection. Look at that face! …read more.

Members of the healthcare team at the Warsaw Women’s Center recently presented the Kosciusko County Community Foundation with a check for $600 to help low income women access mammograms through the Good Samaritan Fund. The donation represented proceeds from the center’s sale of Hope bracelets. The Good Samaritan Fund is a component fund of the …read more.

Members of the Kosciusko County Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #149 recently volunteered their time to assist in “ring the bell” for the Salvation Army red kettle at the local Warsaw Big R. Ten local law enforcement officers took turns rotating during their off-duty time between noon and 8 p.m. Saturday afternoon. The Kosciusko County …read more.

On Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, the Noble County Zoning Board of Appeals plans to meet in Albion, Ind., to review six dog breeding kennel Use Variance and Special Exception applications. Kennel operators are requesting to kennel more than four dogs and dog advocates are petitioning the zoning board to say no to large-scale commercial breeders. Link …read more.

The Rose Home is a place for women who are struggling with drug and alcohol problems. Currently, there are four women in the home, but the house can accommodate up to 10 women. It is a women’s residential recovery home located in Syracuse. “Our residents are women who are in recovery from drug and alcohol …read more.

The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department and the Indiana Department of Child Services are encouraging community members to report incidents of suspected methamphetamine production and use. Kosciusko County is among those Indiana areas battling a high number of meth labs, along with a rise in illegal prescription drug use. “No one is excluded from the addictive …read more.

Is this really what we have come to? A society so driven by greed that we would contemplate selling a box of junk food in hopes to make a profit or even have a pipe dream to score a cool $20 million? Trust me, I get it! I love Twinkies like nobody else! I get …read more.

Aurora Shoemaker has now been missing almost four months and police are no closer to finding her. Shoemaker, 18, was last seen around 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 16, when she left her house in Suburban Acres Mobile Home Park, Warsaw, to go for a walk. She left with only the clothes she was wearing and …read more.

The Warsaw Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis was held Saturday, Dec. 8, and as of today the event has raised $13,100 for arthritis research, education and life improvement. This year’s Jingle Bell Run had 120 participants. The Arthritis Foundation also recognized 6-year old Katherine Alderfer, who was diagnosed with Juvenile Dermatomyositis in May 2010, as …read more.

Elkhart County Sheriff’s Detectives are asking for the public’s help in identifying an armed robbery suspect who made off with an undetermined amount of cash after robbing a local gas station. At approximately 2 a.m. Monday, Dec. 10, an unidentified suspect entered into Smith’s Fast Food Mart and gas station, located at 30949 Old U.S. …read more.

The Indiana Department of Transportation is advising motorists that there will be additional intermittent lane restrictions on U.S. 30 in Kosciusko County for the remainder of this week. INDOT maintenance crews will be working on westbound U.S. 30, between SR 13 at Pierceton and Old U.S. 30 in Warsaw. As work is in progress, the …read more.

Milford Town Council wrapped up the year with a host of quick and decisive actions for the coming year Monday evening. Among the actions are new ordinances, insurance claims and salary raises for city employees. The town council has decided to draft an ordinance regarding safe maintenance of trees in town. The ordinance, drafted by …read more.

On Dec. 17-18, five city departments will move into the new Warsaw City Hall at the corner of Center and Buffalo streets in downtown Warsaw. The mayor’s office is advised that at some point during the moves there may be a brief interruption in phone and email service. The departments moving and may be affected …read more.

A Milford resident was almost a victim of a scam from a Craig’s List post. According to Milford Police, a local resident responded to a Craig’s List ad where the individual said he/she was soon moving to Milford. The individual had a medical issue and would need assistance with chores. The individual said he/she would send $500 …read more.

A foiled carjacking attempt and a shooting has led the Whitley County Prosecutor to file felony charges of attempted murder and attempted carjacking against a 17-year-old. The suspect, 17-year-old Dakota Kimbler of Rome City, Ind., has been waived to adult court and is being held in the Whitley County Jail without bond. Whitley County authorities …read more.

Milford Police, officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department and Multi-Township EMS were called to the Just-N-Time bar in Milford at about 8 p.m. Tuesday where a woman went in and reported she was stabbed. This morning, Milford Police say the victim, Chantel Drake, 41, of Camp Mack Road, Milford, actually sustained a self-inflicted stab …read more.

The following American Red Cross blood drives in Kosciusko County have been rescheduled: Monday, Dec. 17, at Warsaw Wesleyan Church has been rescheduled for 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 4, at the church, located 2402 West Old Road 30 Thursday, Dec. 20, at Wawasee Bible Church has been rescheduled for 1 p.m. to …read more.

Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals held its regular monthly meeting Tuesday in Warsaw, the last meeting for 2012. Among the items considered by the BZA was a petition by Andrea Labarbera for a variance to permit construction of a second permanent residence on one tract of ground. The property is located on CR 925 …read more.

Grace College’s Kosciusko Lakes and Streams center received $25,000 from Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A. Inc. to promote water resource education. KLAS will use the money to improve and expand its efforts to increase environmental literacy in Kosciusko County and the northern Indiana region. “It’s encouraging to get such a prestigious grant award from a large, well-known …read more.

A Nappanee man was flown from the scene of a single-vehicle accident today near the city. Elkhart County authorities say at 2:37 p.m., 19-year-old Tyler Hochstetler was southbound on CR 3, north of CR 52, when his vehicle went left of center and went off the road where it collided with a fence, traveled through …read more.

    Warsaw Plan Commission members Monday night voted unanimously to approve the final plat of the commercial development at Warsaw Commons. Warsaw Commons, consisting of Kohl’s and T.J. Maxx among other noted chain stores, has been the result of efforts by Thompson Thrift to both develop the area and attract business. The WPC approved …read more.

Officers for 2013 were chosen at the Turkey Creek Township Advisory Board’s regular monthly meeting Monday evening. Dennis Darr was chosen president of the advisory board. Kimberly Cates was chosen president of the Turkey Creek Fire Territory Executive Board, while Darr was chosen secretary of that board. Third member of the advisory board and current …read more.

At a board meeting Monday night, the Kosciusko County Community Foundation accepted the gift of the Little Crow Foods property from Kim and Denny Fuller. The property, once sold by the KCCF, will fund a donor advised fund at the Community Foundation from which the Fullers will be able to advise charitable grants. “It is …read more.

Kosciusko County Commissioners held a special meeting today to consider rezoning land in Milford from agricultural to I-3. Commissioners are the final authority on the matter and considered the rezoning at the special meeting. On Dec. 5, Kosciusko County Area Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval to rezone the 270-acre tract of ground from agricultural to …read more.

The Court of Appeals of Indiana has issued a unanimous opinion that the conviction of a Cromwell youth be reversed. The high court today issued its ruling that Paul Henry Gingerich’s conviction for conspiracy to commit murder as a class A felony be reversed. The court orders Gingerich remanded back to the juvenile court of Kosciusko …read more.

At 10:15 a.m. this morning, Marshall County Sheriff’s Department deputies attempted to serve a Fulton County felony warrant on William R. Newman, 42. Newman fled and led police in a vehicular pursuit that ended in the area of 4th and Rose roads. The suspect eventually drove into a field and exited the vehicle and fled on …read more.

The Kosciusko County Community Fair Board elected new executive directors  and a new president Monday night. By majority vote, the fair board elected Mike Loher as president. Loher has long been a part of the fair and is the individual who has been responsible for booking musical entertainment the last several years, which has included …read more.

Undercover controlled drug buys have resulted in the arrest of a North Webster man. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department deputies assisted officers of the Drug Task Force Monday in executing a felony warrant for Lynn Allen Umber, 58. Umber, of 41 EMS W14B Ln., North Webster, was taken into custody and preliminarily charged with two counts …read more.

Keeping Kosciusko REMC families warm this holiday season just got a little easier for Combined Community Services (CCS) with a $10,000 donation from KREMC. Annually, Kosciusko REMC donates to the CCS Winter Heating Assistance Program, but this year the $5,000 donation was doubled with the help of CoBank, the cooperative lending partner CoBank offered a …read more.

Wawasee High School junior Carli Blosser is serving an early childhood development internship at Teen Parents Succeeding in Syracuse. The internship is through Wawasee High School’s Professional Career Internship Program. Under the supervision of Trish Miller, coordinator of the high school’s Work-Based Programs, and TPS Lead Caregiver Margaret Grady, Carli will focus on Creative Curriculum …read more.

Leesburg Fire and Multi-Township EMS responded to an accident at CRs 100 East and 300 North near the Warsaw Municipal Airport just after 8 p.m. Monday. According to Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department information, a 1998 Dodge minivan operated by Valerie Skinner, 41, of Court Street, Winona Lake, was westbound on CR 300 North and slid …read more.

[youtube=”http://youtu.be/3SC-X1Mw1ww”] The Milford teen who used a skid loader to damage two police cars Saturday night has been remanded to Pierceton Woods Juvenile Detention Center until his next hearing, set for Dec. 27. Kosciusko County Prosecutor Dan Hampton says the 15-year-old boy appeared for an initial hearing Monday afternoon and was ordered to detention until …read more.

The Warsaw Community High School Instrumental Music Department will present “Christmas at the Pops” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 13, in the WCHS Performing Arts Center Auditorium. The concert will feature the WCHS Concert Band and Wind Ensemble. The WCHS Jazz Band and state- championship Percussion Ensemble will also perform. The bands are under the …read more.

Stray rounds from what police believe to be an AK47 assault rifle were found in an Etna Green home Saturday afternoon and an investigation is under way. According to information provided to StaceyPageOnline.com from a family member, one bullet penetrated the siding of the home at 8895 W. CR 100 S. The bullet then went …read more.

Patience will be needed for spectators and those involved with swimming teams or programs at the Wawasee Middle School Natatorium. Extensive renovations have been completed (though a few items remain unfinished) within the last few months and it will take some time before the full effect is known. Anyone who has attended a high school …read more.

Bill Warren The man at the center of a four-day trial in Kosciusko County was due to be sentenced today, but instead will have to wait until 9 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 20, to learn how many years he will serve in prison. Bill Warren, 38, of North Manchester, was found guilty last month following four …read more.

The Mentone Fire Department is collecting canned goods and other nonperishable items to donate to Helping Hands, and even Santa is getting in on the service work. The fire department has placed boxes for donations around Mentone in local businesses. On Sunday, Dec. 23, volunteers with Mentone Fire Department will accompany Santa throughout town as …read more.

The Indiana Department of Transportation is advising motorists that there will be intermittent lane restrictions on U.S. 30 in Kosciusko and Whitley counties this week. Starting today, INDOT maintenance crews will be working in both directions on U.S. 30, between SR 13 and SR 5. As work is in progress, the road will be restricted …read more.

Detectives of the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department are investigating a shooting that happened Saturday evening. Sean Smith, 22, was the victim of the shooting at 52076 Brookstream Circle Apt. O, Elkhart. Smith’s condition has not been released, but police say they were called to the address at 7:40 p.m. Saturday and found Smith with a …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department deputies were involved in an unusual pursuit north of Leesburg Saturday night when a juvenile took a piece of construction equipment on a joyride. The 15-year-old is now facing  potential charges of aggravated battery which caused substantial risk of death or injury. KCSD and Indiana State Police responded to the area of …read more.

One man was shot early today in Larwill by a suspect allegedly trying to carjack his vehicle. Whitley County authorities say it happened around 7:15 a.m. at Old Trail Road and SR 5 and they do have the suspect in custody. The victim suffered a small caliber gunshot wound to the chest and is hospitalized …read more.

Smart LLC, Smart Cabinetry, a green kitchen cabinet manufacturer, announced plans today to expand its operations to New Paris, creating up to 75 new jobs by 2016. The company plans to invest $11.4 million to renovate and equip its current 169,000 square-foot facility in New Paris. As part of the project, Smart will add new …read more.

Warsaw is the only MS4 community in Kosciusko County and that designation means the city is mandated to follow guidelines set by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management. Municipal Separate Stormwater Sewer Systems – also known as MS4 programs – are defined “as a conveyance or system of conveyances owned by a state, city, town or …read more.

A 37-year-old who had been scamming an elderly Kosciusko County woman received a 1 ½ year sentence to the Department of Corrections Thursday in Kosciusko County Superior Court I. Brian E. Schendel was also ordered to pay $20,000 in restitution and given 200 days credit for time already served. Kosciusko Superior Court I Judge Duane …read more.

The Warsaw Police Department was given the nod of approval to enter into a warranty program to make sure patrol officers are armed with effective Taser equipment. WPD Chief Scott Whitaker presented the warranty and replacement program to the Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety this morning saying that, under the Taser® Assurance Plan, …read more.

Steven Joseph Gutowski, 38, of Warsaw, was arraigned in court this week on charges of theft and forgery stemming from his employment with The Papers Inc. in Milford. Gutowski appeared in Superior Court I for his initial hearing on three counts of forgery, class C felonies; and three counts theft, class D felonies. Gutowski told the court he …read more.

The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department has been investigating several break-ins to trailers in Silver Lake. According to police information, about 12 to 16 trailers were targeted by thieves who broke into the trailers, most of which are summer locations, causing damages and removing items. The burglaries are this week’s Crimestoppers Crime of the Week. On …read more.

At approximately 6 p.m. Thursday, Syracuse Police were called to a local home in regards to an out of control teenage. When police arrived, the teen fled the house on foot. Responding police units were unable to locate the 14-year-old and subsequently called for assistance from the Turkey Creek Fire and EMS at 7:46 p.m. A search was …read more.

The Arthritis Foundation’s Jingle Bell/Run Walk is being held this Saturday in Winona Lake and aims to raise awareness of arthritis, the nation’s leading cause of disability, and desperately needed funding for research, education and government advocacy to improve the lives of people living with arthritis. The Jingle Bell/Run Walk kicks off in communities nationwide during the …read more.

    Long time local business Stuckman’s Sanitation opened a new office building recently at 9280 N. Koher Road E., Syracuse. Serving the community for more than 80 years, the company provides customers with a wide variety of service options including residential, commercial and industrial trash service, bulky item pick-up and seasonal service. The company …read more.

Meet Tesla. This beautiful girl is 1 1/2 years old, spayed and up to date on her shots. Tesla is housebroken and gets along with other dogs, and she loves kids! She is a perfect little girl. Tesla is available for adoption through S.C.A.R.S. Pit Bull Rescue. If you can give her a forever home and …read more.

Due to installation of a water main, Sheldon Street between Heron Boulevard and Cherry Street – located behind Warsaw Commons in Warsaw – will be closed to all traffic. The closure will being at approximately 9 a.m. Monday, Dec. 10, and will remain closed until about 3 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 12, weather permitting. The Heron …read more.

The community has heeded the call to support our American troops and filled a total of 386 stockings in just two weeks. The total means 386 soldiers serving overseas will receive holiday cheer from home. Stockings were collected through Nov. 30 at Vein Institute and Medical Spa, Outdoor Living Center, Dr. William Myers Dental Office, Warsaw …read more.

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Santa Claus is coming to Syracuse to eat breakfast with the kids and to visit with them too. Several local non-profit organizations have joined together to create Christmas memories. From 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., Santa and his helpers will be at the Syracuse Community Center, 1013 N. Long Drive, for food, fun and games. …read more.

A large cornfield just north of Milford is a step closer to being transformed into a multi-million dollar agricultural facility. During its regular monthly meeting Wednesday in Warsaw, Kosciusko County Area Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval to rezone a tract of ground from agricultural to I-3, the heaviest industrial use allowed by county ordinance. The …read more.

It’s no surprise that this is Santa’s busy season, so I was thrilled when he and Mrs. Claus agreed to sit for a cup of coffee with me. Bedecked in head to toe Christmas red velour and snow white fur, bells jingling with every step, the world’s most famous couple joined me for a rare …read more.

REUTERS – The U.S. Internal Revenue Service on Wednesday released final rules for a new tax on medical devices, products ranging from surgical sutures to knee replacement implants, that starts next year as part of President Barack Obama’s 2010 healthcare law. The 2.3 percent tax must be paid, effective after Dec. 31, by device-makers on …read more.

The Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce board anonymously voted on returning board members during their regular meeting, Dec. 5, since they did not do so during the November board meeting. The vote is required by the by-laws with board member Matt Schwartz stating they needed to set the precedence. Board members also voted on who would …read more.

A Twinkle Parade filled with holiday lights is being held in downtown Warsaw this Saturday. The event already has approximately 40 participants signed up which, according to Mark Dobson of the Warsaw/Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce, will include all kinds of vehicles all decorated with holiday lights and cheer. Anyone can take part in the …read more.

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pv0PYsJ-yDY]   Passers-by saw a sight this morning as a helicopter was used to place heating and cooling equipment on the roof of the new Meijer store in Warsaw. The Papers Inc. Sales Representative Carl Lauster watched the event unfold and shot this short video. According to some readers of StaceyPageOnline.com, there have been rumors …read more.

Passenger rail service could be coming to Warsaw as soon as 2018. That is according to Warsaw/Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Mark Dobson. Dobson was asked by Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer to give the Warsaw Common Council an update Monday night on a conference Dobson attended. The workshop was hosted by Northeast Indiana …read more.

The Indiana Department of Transportation is advising motorists that there will be intermittent, alternating lane restrictions on two heavily traveled roads in Kosciusko and Elkhart counties this week. NDOT maintenance crews already started working in the southbound lane of SR 13 between SR 14 and U.S. 30 today. As work is in progress, the road …read more.

Notices recently went up on the doors of the Oakwood Inn announcing it will be open May 18. A phone number was also provided for those who want to make reservations. Ian Rolland, receiver for Oakwood, said closing on the property will take place between Dec. 15 and the end of the year. Meanwhile he …read more.

Kosciusko County Drug Task Force officers and the Warsaw Police Department arrested two men in the last two days on drug related warrants stemming from previous undercover controlled purchases. On Monday, officers arrested Samuel Effrien Alvarez, 33, of Warsaw, on preliminary charges for failure to appear, bond revocation and on two body attachment warrants stemming …read more.

A grant for a project for Turkey Creek Sewer and Water District was discussed at county commissioners this morning. The current sewer system is outdated and in need of major repairs. “We need to replace old clay pipe,” said attorney Dick Green, who represents Turkey Creek Sewer and Water District. Shannon McLeod of Priority Project …read more.

Milford Reserve Deputy A.J. Westerman is being credited with putting out a small fire Saturday at Lakeland Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, 505 W. Fourth St. According to Milford Town Marshal Rich Miotto, a call regarding a grease fire in the facility’s kitchen came in at 6:09 p.m. Westerman, the deputy on duty at the time, …read more.

Officials from TruPointe Cooperative Inc. and Kosciusko County Economic Development Corporation closed a land deal Friday that will bring a multi-million-dollar fertilizer processing plant to the Milford area. The facility will be located just outside of the town limits, at the northeast corner of the junction of the CSX east-west rail line and the Norfolk-Southern …read more.

Santa, Mrs. Claus, and a couple of their reindeer will be visiting Warsaw’s Central Park this Friday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The visit is part of the annual Light Up The Night event hosted by Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department. The free event kicks off the first night of the Central Park Holiday …read more.

STATEHOUSE — House Speaker Brian C. Bosma (R-Indianapolis) has announced committee assignments and leadership appointments for the Indiana House Republican Caucus. Committee chairmen and caucus leaders are selected biennially by the majority party after each election year. Rep. Rebecca Kubacki (R-Syracuse) has been selected to serve as chairwoman of the Family, Children and Human Affairs …read more.

At about 4:37 p.m. Monday, Warsaw Police were called to 1002 E. Sheridan St. in response to a shooting. When officers arrived, they found Travis A. Perney, 28, suffering from a gunshot wound to the head. Perney, a resident of the home, was stabilized by Multi-Township EMS and Warsaw Fire personnel and then transported to …read more.

The Warsaw Redevelopment Commission gave its stamp of approval on an agreement with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation to move forward with Warsaw’s Certified Technology Park. The WRC met Monday afternoon, and Warsaw Common Council followed suit just hours later by also agreeing to move forward with the project. In exchange for the city’s $1 …read more.

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kmxuEQIG2Xs]   Mentone and Atwood fire departments were called just before midnight to 1421 S. 800 W. near Mentone. The house on the property was fully engulfed in flames. The initial call went out at approximately 11:40 p.m. Scanner traffic indicated a subject at the home was suicidal and threatened to start the house on …read more.

The Papers associate editor Tim Ashley and The Papers and Stacey Page Online sports editor Mike Deak were winners at the 2012 Hoosier State Press Association awards ceremony last weekend in Indianapolis. (Photo by Deb Patterson) MILFORD — A pair of The Papers, Incorporated editorial staff members were honored this past weekend at the 2012 …read more.

Multiple police agencies were called Monday night to a report of a breaking and entering complaint where shots were fired. That led to a police pursuit with the suspect. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department deputies and officers from the North Webster Police Department were called at 9:49 p.m. to the area of 8947 E. CR 500 …read more.

The Mentone Town Council voted against adding a fourth reserve police officer during their council meeting Monday evening. “After the Nov. 15 executive session, we initiated an investigation,” said Mentone Town Council President Tim Croy. “After speaking with the team, the council unanimously decided to not add a fourth reserve position. We feel the position …read more.

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e20JvIOwZC8]   As word continues to spread about a Warsaw man’s need for a kidney donor, a new video just released today tells Mike Stetzel’s story from his family’s perspective. Stetzel has been on the national donor list for two years. Yesterday, his story was revealed right here, on StaceyPageOnline.com, in conjunction with the launch …read more.