The U.S. Department of Labor has announced the Indiana Department of Workforce Development will receive an additional $2.34 million in federal funds to retrain dislocated workers over the next two years. The grant is part of a $58 million effort to bolster state initiatives to retrain laid-off individuals through short-term class work or on-the-job training. …read more.

(UPDATE: Police have cancelled the Silver Alert for Timothy Fry.) The Jeffersonville Police Department is investigating the disappearance of an adult from Jeffersonville, Ind., who was last seen in New Albany, Ind. New Albany is located adjacent to Louisville, Ky. Timothy F. Fry, 68, is old white male, 6 feet 2 inches tall, and 200 …read more.

By STEPHANIE LONEY Staff Writer Twenty years ago, on July 10, 1993, the first Kosciusko 4-H Memorial Garden dedication took place. The ceremony was one full of emotion as it served to honor the memory of two active 4-H’ers who died shortly after the conclusion of the 1992 fair, Jeremiah Anglin and Mike Bishop. The …read more.

[weaver_youtube GxHf0ujhnWw rel=0] The Lake Area Community Band is celebrating over 25 years of concerts this year and welcomed quite a crowd to their July 4 concert at Syracuse Lakeside Park. The band began with the playing of the National Anthem at 7:30 p.m. and continued to charm audiences young and old with unique compositions and …read more.

One person was hurt just before midnight on Saturday in a motorcycle crash on South CR 750 West near Beaver Dam Lake. Samaritan air ambulance transported the male driver, William Dean Cloud, 48, of Claypool, to a Fort Wayne hospital for treatment. The driver was reportedly traveling at a high rate of speed and lost …read more.

An 82-year-old Claypool man has been ordered to register as a sex offender for molesting his 9-year-old granddaughter, but he will spend no time incarcerated. Paul Eugene Wiard, 82, was arrested in June of 2012 for the molestation, which took place from 2001 to 2007. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Sgt. Chad Hill told StaceyPageOnline.com at …read more.

It was just six years ago when a four party private equity consortium paid more than $11 billion for Warsaw-based Biomet. Now, a London newspaper is reporting the owners are contemplating selling the company to another investment group or opening it to public trade. The Financial Times of London relied on three unnamed individuals who …read more.

A Bourbon man was killed late Wednesday when his motorcycle struck a deer. Michael Disher, 45, who was born in Warsaw, was eastbound on 9B Road at about 10:45 p.m. Wednesday when a deer ran into the path of his motorcycle. Disher was pronounced dead at the scene. His obituary appears HERE.

An accident involving two semis and at least one other vehicle east of the Medtronic on U.S. 30 in Warsaw had closed both eastbound lanes of the highway for about an hour. Emergency personnel from Warsaw Fire Department, Warsaw Police Department and Multi-Township EMS responded to the crash site just before 3 p.m. The accident …read more.

Two local men will soon face sentencing in a federal courtroom. The United States Attorney’s Office announced this week that Rico Parrish, 27, of Warsaw, and Juan Olivo, 36, of Milford, both entered guilty pleas for felony charges. Parrish appeared before Magistrate Judge Roger B. Cosbey and admitted to the felony offense of being a …read more.

The Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety opened four bids this morning for renovations on the third floor of the city hall. The renovations will be made to accommodate OrthoWorx, an education and workforce development initiative geared toward meeting the academic needs of students and orthopaedic employers. The announcement that OrthoWorx was moving into …read more.

Erin Smith has been named the new director of operations of the North Webster Community Center. Smith is a resident of North Webster and formerly worked for United Way.

Demolition Derby The Demolition Derby returns to the grandstand at 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 7. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for 12 and under, and $15 for pit seating. Arrive early as the grandstands are expected to be full. There will also be a demo car raffle in memory of Shaun Owens. Cost …read more.

[weaver_youtube Cs1t2zLZEmI rel=0] SYRACUSE – It started off as a fog and quickly became crystal clear in Syracuse. A perfect morning for a run, and a perfect setting for the 2013 Flotilla Road Race held at Lakeside Park. In the largest contingent of walkers and runners in the 36 years of the Flotilla Road Race, …read more.

Participation continues to grow for the annual Liberty Bike Ride, also known as Tour des Lakes. Registration is from 7 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Saturday, July 13, at Syracuse Community Center where the starting point of the ride will be located. Tour des Lakes has been a work in progress. Hosted by Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of …read more.

At a Republican caucus held in Syracuse Wednesday night, Kathy J. Beer was elected to fill the vacancy on the Syracuse Town Council (Ward 3) for the remainder of the unfulfilled term of Jeffrey Morgan. Morgan resigned June 13. No additional information was available.

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has announced that the SR 19 detour, which has been in place to accommodate replacement and widening of the bridge deck over the Tippecanoe River, between CR 75 N. and SR 10, will change on Monday, July 8.  The original detour followed SR 25 to SR 331 to SR …read more.

Echoe’s of the Past will be making 10 to 20 gallons of homemade ice cream during the Warsaw July First Friday events this week. Ice cream will be offered to all attending and will be available by donation. The group will be churning the ice cream freezers with antique tractors. The group will also be …read more.

  Jennifer Slabaugh, of Syracuse, was awarded a $1,000 scholarship from Quality Dining. Slabaugh is a Wawasee High School student and plans to attend Indiana Wesleyan University to major in elementary education.  Since 2001, Quality Dining has funded nearly $1.4 million in Continuing Education Scholarships in Michigan, Indiana and Florida.  “We thank our customers for …read more.

A Milford woman is in custody for allegedly assaulting paramedics trying to treat her for a prescription drug overdose. According to officials, on June 7, Milford Police Department responded to an alleged drug overdose at the home of Lorelei Adele Mounsey, 34, of 402 W. First St., Milford. Upon arrival to the scene, police discovered Mounsey, …read more.

A Warsaw man was arrested today for allegedly beating his pregnant girlfriend in the presence of her child after becoming intoxicated. Jacob Isaac Hamilton, 20, was arrested at approximately 1:03 a.m. for illegal consumption of an alcoholic beverage, domestic battery in the presence of a child less than 16 years old and battery resulting in …read more.

Van Buren Township residents once again stepped up to the plate, showing how important their community is to them with two candidates vying for a vacancy on the Van Buren Township Advisory Board. Just over a month ago, five candidates vied for the township trustee position. Stephen F. Unruh, North Camelot Trail, Milford, received the …read more.

Deborah Jean Nelson, 53, of Syracuse, Ind., passed away at 8:35 a.m., Monday, July 1, 2013, at her residence.(Photo provided) Due to the passing of Deborah Nelson, teacher at Syracuse Elementary School, Bowen Center mental health therapists, local pastors and school staff members will be available to talk with anyone about Nelson’s passing from 3 …read more.

Members of the Turkey Creek Fire Territory responded to a fire at 6709 E. Willow Ave., Syracuse, at approximately 4 p.m. The fire started in the engine compartment of a 2013 Mid-American boat owned by Owen Cobbum, 6709 E. Willow Ave., Syracuse. When firefighters arrived, the fire had been extinguished. No further information was available.

Abi Smith, third grade, and  Ali Smith, kindergarten, raised $771 at North Webster Elementary School just before school was out to help aid American Red Cross efforts in the disaster response in Oklahoma. The girls’ mother, Erin, called the Kosciusko office to find out ways the girls could help since they’d expressed an interest in …read more.

According to Warsaw Police Department, a Syracuse man has been arrested on meth charges at a local Warsaw Store. Officials received information regarding a male subject who appeared to be sleeping on a bench inside of Walmart for approximately 6 hours. According to WPD, contact was made with the male subject who has been identified …read more.

To help ensure the safety of all motorists during this heavily traveled holiday, Indiana State Police will be participating in Operation C.A.R.E. (Combined Accident Reduction Effort) from Wednesday, July 3 through Sunday, July 7. Operation C.A.R.E. is a federally funded program and will allow more than 100 additional troopers to patrol area roadways in an attempt …read more.

Webster Lake fireworks display will light up the skies over the lake at about 10 p.m., Saturday, July 6. They maybe enjoyed from North Webster Town Park, home of the Dixie Sternwheeler. The town provides three parking lots including a new one west of the Dixie Resort off of East Himes Street. The Dixie tour …read more.

There is no better way to celebrate the nation’s independence than with the whole community, and the Syracuse-Wawasee area provides many ways to do so. Starting Thursday, various activities will take place around the area, beginning with the Flotilla Road Race for athletic types. It will take place at 8 a.m. at Syracuse Lakeside Park. …read more.

The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) is in the process of notifying some FSSA clients that some of their personal information may have been accidently disclosed to other clients. The accidental disclosures may have occurred when RCR Technology Corporation (RCR), a contractor for FSSA, made a computer programming error to a document management …read more.

During Monday night’s Warsaw Common Council Meeting Warsaw City Planner Jeremy Skinner and Warsaw Police Department Lt. Kip Shuter presented an ordinance amendment that would establish several areas of parking without the current 2 hour parking contraints currently set throughout on and off street parking in the downtown area (See larger map). Though parking issues have plagued …read more.

Corn and soybean crops in Indiana and Ohio are in the best shape among the nation’s leading production states, according to the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture Crop Progress report. The condition ratings are welcome news for growers in both states amid falling grain prices after the release of the latest USDA National Agricultural Statistics …read more.

The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department reports Det. Jon Tyler responded to a report of a fire at 4:02 a.m. Saturday. Utilizing a lake patrol boat, at 4:37 a.m. he located a “building” that was on fire and completely destroyed, but with several hot spots. The fire was on Ball Nature Preserve, owned by Young Men’s …read more.

The city of Warsaw is pleased to announce Nicholas King as the new Warsaw Municipal Airport manager. King replaces former manager David Beall, who retired in April of this year. He holds a commercial pilot license and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Dubuque, Iowa; where he majored in aviation with …read more.

After weeks of anticipation, the top ten contestants in the StaceyPageOnline.com Kosciusko’s Got Talent Contest have been determined. The top ten Kosciusko’s Got Talent contestants, as voted on by readers, are (in no particular order): Mike Beezley, Guy Franklin Band, Ivory West, Makera Newsome, Plaxton & The Void, Brianna McCarrick, David Beliles, Heather Clemons, Anna …read more.

A free shuttle is being offered from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, July 5, from Winona Lake’s holiday festivities to Warsaw, where First Friday will be in full swing (see related). Drop off and pick up points will be located at the post offices in Winona Lake and Warsaw. The shuttle will leave from Winona …read more.

Please note the following holiday closings and trash collection adjustments: Warsaw Please note that in observance of Independence Day, the City of Warsaw offices will be closed Thursday, July 4. Thursday’s trash pick-up will be on Friday, July 5. All other routes will remain the same Winona Lake  Please note that in observance of Independence …read more.

Please note that in observance of Independence Day, the Winona Lake town offices will be closed Thursday, July 4. Trash collection for Tuesday, July 2, will follow its regular pick up schedule. Trash collection for Thursday, July 4, will be picked up on Friday, July 5.

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that U.S. 30 in both directions will be intermittently restricted on the bridge over Robinson Ditch, approximately 2.5 miles east of SR 19 in Etna Green, starting today. Motorists should be aware of traffic controls including arrow boards, flaggers, barrels and cones while the work is in progress. The …read more.

The Kosciusko County Community Foundation is accepting applications for non-traditional scholarships. The deadline for applying is Monday, July 15. Applications must be submitted online and may be accessed by clicking here. Paper applications will not be accepted. Non-traditional scholarships are generally meant for adult residents of Kosciusko County who are attending an accredited college, university or …read more.

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  [weaver_youtube Ml87IzKUmBk rel=0]   While watchers and participants of the Cutie Parade on Wednesday were drenched, the dark skies in the south moved around North Webster Saturday for the 68th annual Mermaid Festival Parade. A few sprinkles, just enough for judges to open up the umbrellas to keep their paperwork dry, was all the …read more.

Miss Waubee Lake, Kayla Courtney, wears the Queen of Lakes crown after winning the competition earlier Saturday evening at the North Webster Community Center. The 20-year-old Syracuse resident exuded poise and composure as she modeled a dark blue evening gown for the formal wear portion of the evening. During the final question, she told the …read more.

[weaver_youtube lIPjHlcuLKg rel=0] Spectators and skateboarders of all ages showed up at Mantis Skate Park in Warsaw today for the annual Big Trick contest. The contest began at 1 p.m. and featured three different divisions for skateboarders to compete in: beginner/novice, intermediate and pro. The event was organized by Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department’s Stephanie Schaefer …read more.

Stephen F. Unruh, of N. Camelot Trail, Milford, Ind., and R. Clark Jones, of E. Camp Mack Rd., Milford Ind., have both filed a Declaration of Candidacy for the position of Van Buren Township Advisory Board. A caucus of eligible Kosciusko County Republican Precinct committeemen will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 2, in the Milford Town Council Chambers, …read more.

The Warsaw Rotary held their annual changing of the guard today. Robyn Palmer assumed the role of Warsaw Rotary president. Palmer thanked Chris Harrison for his service as the rotary’s past president and presented him with a plaque.    

[weaver_youtube fvuDoFxLpNE rel=0] Article by Stephanie Loney, The Papers, Inc. The North Webster Lady Lions Club named Cooper Garden, son of Ben and Jennifer Garden, of Leesburg, and Alexia Cox, daughter of Ryan and Kim Cox, of Lakeville, the 2013 Mermaid Festival Cutie King and Queen last night. The Cutie Pageant started at 7 p.m. …read more.

The “Great American Picnic” is the the theme of tonight’s First Friday in Warsaw. Activities will begin at 5 p.m. and will conclude at 9 p.m. The July 5 First Friday is sponsored by Tower Bank. Activities will include the annual Tower Bank watermelon feast, a Cool Car Cruise-in, Echoes of the past Tractor Show, …read more.

Please note that in observance of Independence Day, the City of Warsaw offices will be closed Thursday, July 4. Thursday’s trash pick-up will be on Friday, July 5. All other routes will remain the same.

The Northeast Indiana Passenger Rail Association, Inc. (NIPRA) announced today the release of a business plan that would include Warsaw in an 11 city passenger rail corridor between Columbus and Chicago. Though Warsaw has been included in the preliminary groundwork, Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer said there is still much work and funding necessary before the …read more.

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The Studio is now partnering with local charities to allow their customers to give back to the community with every purchase made in the store. Fifteen percent of all sales in the store will be donated to three local charities every quarter. To kick this new program off, The Studio will be partnering with the …read more.

Looking for events to enjoy on the July 4th holiday weekend? We’ve compiled a list of events happening throughout Kosciusko County. Syracuse Syracuse will host the annual Flotilla Road Race at 8 a.m. Thursday, July 4. Registration will begin for the event at 8 a.m. at Lakeside Park. The Road Race features a 3.3 mile …read more.

Syracuse Police Department have concluded an investigation into alleged sexual misconduct with a minor and have arrested a Syracuse man in connection of the crime. Zachary Hollinger of Kosciusko County Department of Child Services contacted officer James Layne of the Syracuse Police Department stating that he had received information from a Wawasee School counselor that …read more.

Kosciusko County Prosecutor Dan Hampton has filed charges of felony child neglect against a Fort Wayne woman accused of withholding insulin for her diabetic child. The child slipped into a diabetic coma and was not expected to survive. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Detective J.D. Ayres conducted the investigation after an initial contact was made to …read more.

Members of the Kosciusko County Sheriffs Department, Multi-Township EMS, Silver Lake Fire Department, Burket Fire Department and Claypool FIre Department have located a woman who went missing this morning in Silver Lake. According to Sgt. Chad Hill of the Kosciusko County Sheriffs Department, Delores C. Corbett, 78, of Elwood, went missing from Hill Lake Campground …read more.

An unprecedented number of citations for distracting driving were made in a week-long multi-agency enforcement campaign called the ‘6 State Trooper Project’. The Indiana State Police joined forces with Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia, Pennsylvania and the Kentucky State Police on major interstates from Sunday, June 16 to Saturday, June 22, in an ongoing effort to …read more.

Warsaw Police have concluded an investigation into an alleged child molesting and have arrested a Warsaw man in connection of the crime. On Thursday, police arrested Joshua J. Surface, 40, while he was walking on North Lake Street. Surface was picked up on a warrant that was issued as part of the investigation that he …read more.

[weaver_youtube 1J0lVlc-nQ8 rel=0] “You’re all here representing your community and that’s really what the YMCA is all about,” said Chad Zaucha, CEO of Kosciusko Community YMCA, in welcoming the public to the kick off of the “Shaping the Future” community campaign. Having served the community for more than 50 years, the Y is in the …read more.

The hours are quickly ticking by for your chance to be named Kosciusko’s most talented and win a cool $1,000. The Kosciusko’s Got Talent Contest hosted by StaceyPageOnline.com is now in the final days of accepting entries. Video submissions of talents will only be accepted until midnight, June 30. The current contest features 32 entries …read more.

The majority of the meeting of the Syracuse Redevelopment Commission was spent discussing possibilities for marketing of the newest of three TIF districts at the industrial park which is currently under construction at U.S. 6 and SR 13. While the new industrial park should be finished, with utilities such as electric, phone, sewer and water …read more.

  By STEPHANIE LONEY Staff Writer Construction crews are busy today in Leesburg moving an old bank building to make room for a new Freedom Express gas station. Located along SR 15 in Leesburg, the former Farmer’s State Bank building was lifted from its foundation and is being moved just slightly north on the same …read more.

Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host the free annual Blues & BBQ Festival at the Glover Pavilion in Central Park Friday. Mike Milligan and Steam Shovel will open the show at 6 p.m. Headliner Nick Moss will take the stage at 8 p.m. Nick Moss is a 16 time Blues Music Award nominee. He …read more.

Text and Photos By Stephanie Loney Although the cliche saying “rain on my parade” is a figurative statement, last night the clouds opened up and literally rained on the Cutie Parade. However, despite the weather, the parade went forward and all entrants appeared before the judges. The parade started shortly after 6:30 p.m. on Main …read more.

Phase I of Tippe Downs is underway on approximately 78 acres on CR 300 North, Warsaw. Alan Collins of Collins Leasing, Plymouth, said the residential development will initially have 72 units for senior living. “There are three products in Phase I,” Collins told StaceyPageOnline.com. “The first is a clubhouse with a pool.” The 7,000-square-foot facility …read more.

Current employment date for Kosciusko County provides “a positive look at our economy” and “it reflects our efforts to enhance and assist our existing businesses in expansion,” said George Robertson, president of Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation. Robertson said monthly unemployment/employment data is based on a sample survey and estimates. “It is known for inaccuracy. The …read more.

[weaver_youtube 6JosCDJGnLI rel=0] Save A Dog Rescue in Syracuse currently has three puppies and an American bulldog/boxer mix dog available for adoption. The puppies, Dice, Echo and Sunny, are all male, border collie mixes. They are approximately 4 months old and weigh 25 pounds. The puppies have all been neutered and microchipped and are up …read more.

Kathy J. Beer, East Medusa Street, Syracuse, has filed for the vacant position on the Syracuse Town Council, Ward 3. Councilman Jeffrey Morgan submitted his resignation effective June 13. With the announcement, Kosciusko County Republican Chairman Randall Girod has announced a caucus will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 3, in the Syracuse Town …read more.

To what extent is it possible to efficiently farm and protect natural resources at the same time? Some feel both can be accomplished effectively and seek to scientifically prove it through a statewide soil health program. One local farmer in particular strongly believes in protecting natural resources. Jamie Scott farms about 2,000 acres just west …read more.

Stephen F. Unruh of North Camelot Trail, Milford, has filed a Declaration of Candidacy with Kosciusko County Republican Party Chairman Randall Girod for the position of Van Buren Township Advisory Board. The position is for the remainder of the unexpired term of Kathy Megan, who has submitted her resignation effective Saturday, July 1. Interested eligible candidates for …read more.

An online “brain training” game website has listed several Indiana cities among the smartest in the U.S. The Lumosity.com list rated nearly 500 locations across the country based on game performance results in several cognitive categories. Lafayette-West Lafayette, Bloomington and Muncie were top-ranked in the state. Warsaw ranked amongst the top 100 with a ranking …read more.

Andrew Ormanovich, 20, of Nappanee, was arrested by Milford Police at Waubee Trailer Park, south of Milford, Tuesday afternoon. He is allegedly connected to a robbery at Neighborhood Convenience Store, 1712 Oakland Ave., Elkhart, at 8 p.m. June 15. Police received a tip that Ormanovich was at one of the homes in the park. He …read more.

Many have noticed the resurgence of the Kosciusko County Community Fair over the last several years. Themes and more musical and other acts have increased attendance at the already popular event held each July at the scenic fairgrounds beside Winona Lake, 1400 E. Smith St. Warsaw. Current president of the fair board Mike Loher has …read more.

Indiana conservation officers prepared to dive in Little Chapman Lake Tuesday afternoon to recover the body of a drowning victim. (Photo by Stacey Page) StaceyPageOnline.com has learned that the man who drowned in Little Chapman Lake Tuesday afternoon has been located. The body of Edward Hundley, 70, of Warsaw, was recovered from Little Chapman Lake  …read more.

Steady rain falling this morning has already resulted in local flooding problems and more issues are expected as the day progresses. In Warsaw, Columbia Street at the viaduct is flooded and closed to traffic. The 1700 block of East Market Street, in front of Warsaw Bowl, and Park Avenue from Market to Center streets are …read more.

Steven J. Gutowski, 39, whose last known address was Winona Lake, changed his not guilty plea to guilty this morning in Kosciusko Superior Court on three counts forgery, class C felonies, and three counts theft, class D felonies. The latest charges stem from Nov. 28, 2011, and May 4 and May 15, 2012, when he …read more.

A house fire that claimed the life of several pets has been ruled as suspicious by Squad 70, Kosciusko County’s fire investigation team. Members of Burket Fire Department were called at approximately 4:35 p.m. to respond to a fire  a residence located at 3674 S. SR 25, Burket, near Palestine Lake. Upon arrival to the …read more.

[weaver_youtube PIH8pCWENjI rel=0] The Kosciusko County Dive Team and Indiana conservation officers have suspended a search on Little Chapman Lake searching for the victim of a possible drowning. According to Indiana Conservation Officer Jon Boyd, an active search and rescue operation was underway on Little Chapman Lake for an elderly man last seen around 3:50 …read more.

Warsaw Community Schools have approved a traditional calendar for the 2014-2015 academic school year. According to Dave Hoffert in a school board work session last week, the school released a survey for staff, parents and community members to provide their input as to which scenario was preferred. After reviewing the information provided, the school came to …read more.

Todd Douglas Warren Late Monday night, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department detectives went to the home of Todd Douglas Warren and arrested him for his involvement in a stabbing that occurred yesterday morning. (See story) Warren, 49, was charged with disorderly conduct and battery by means of a deadly weapon. He was being held on a …read more.

During Monday night’s Warsaw Community School Corporation regular board meeting three donors came forward to pledge their dollars and support to two educational programs being offered by the schools. Patricia Coy, executive director of United Way of Kosciusko County, attended the meeting to approve the donation of $32,000 to the Claypool Early Learning Center. This …read more.

Kosciusko County Commissioners held a brief special meeting this morning to hear updates on a road project in Milford. Work is continuing on Trupointe’s new plant in Milford and CR 100 East is set to be widened in preparation for the new plant. Bids for the road project will be opened July 30. The work …read more.

[weaver_youtube 0TeDIq5tKKI rel=0] After 33 years of services, Warsaw Community Schools announced last night that Della Swain, transportation director, would be replaced by Cheryl Cook. Swain, who is retiring on Sunday, June 30, was honored by the board in this month’s staff recognition. Swain started at WCS as a classroom assistant at Lincoln Elementary. After 6 …read more.

A commercial building with a history of many ventures including a grocery store, a furniture store and, most recently, an arcade and go-kart amusement facility, will now become a daycare center. Little Blessings Daycare, currently operating at Pentecostal Lighthouse Church at 123 Fawley St., Warsaw, was granted a variance to use the building at 835 …read more.

(UPDATE: As of 2 a.m. KREMC reported all power had been restored.) Storms rolling through Kosciusko County caused power outages for nearly 1,000 Kosciusko REMC members scattered throughout the county. Power has been restored to 400 members and efforts are currently underway to restore power to remaining members affected by the storm. “We appreciate our …read more.

[weaver_youtube x7rJTTlLfCI rel=0] Fort Wayne animal rights attorney Cody Williams, who has agreed to challenge the Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals for denying a pit bull rescue the right to operate in the county, says he has Indiana law on his side. “One of the arguments we need to make is they tried to …read more.

What better theme for an event held on the largest natural lake than one dealing with sports. The 2013 Wawasee Flotilla theme will be “Wide World of Sports” with this year’s event to be held on Saturday, July 6. What sport, team or athletes will you see that day? Could there be some famous broadcasters …read more.

When it comes to exploring new ways of learning, Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation is not afraid to test unexplored territory. TVSC and the Warsaw-Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce recently joined forces to introduce a new program, the Young Entrepreneurs Academy, a program that began in Rochester, N.Y., that equips local chambers of commerce to train …read more.

Some individuals may have seen vehicles in Syracuse today noting the South Bend Bomb Squad. There was nothing to be worried about, though, the town wasn’t under attack and no one was in real danger. Syracuse Police Chief Tony Ciriello stated the police department had found a homemade firework, large in size, that appeared old …read more.

[weaver_youtube W8ZNhL-o71I rel=0] One male victim has suffered several lacerations in what police are calling a stabbing. At 11:56 a.m. members of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department were called to respond to a possible stabbing at Lot 135, Suburban Acres Mobile Home Park, Warsaw. Upon arrival to the scene, police located the stabbing victim, 39 year-old …read more.

Indiana State Police Sgt. Chad Larsh, of Warsaw, has been promoted to the rank of lieutenant and has been appointed to serve as Bremen Post District Commander. Larsh earned the promotion through written testing and a competitive interview process. Larsh is a native of La Fontaine, but now resides in Warsaw. He graduated from Southwood …read more.

Planning is underway for the annual Day of Caring sponsored by United Way of Kosciusko County. This year, more than 80 projects will be completed by over 1,000 volunteers from area companies and the community in general. Supporting those volunteers will be area churches serving lunches and a host of local businesses who have provided …read more.

Nine youth are vying for this year’s top honors as Kosciusko County 4-H King and Queen. Last Thursday, their official interviews were held. Queen Candidates Ashley Helfers is a seven-year member of the Milford Helping Hands and 4-H Junior Leaders Club where she has held offices as treasurer and recreation leader. She has participated in …read more.

By Charlie Adams Survive. Recover. Live. That was the motto and attitude of Rob Jones after losing both legs in an improvised explosive device explosion in Afghanistan in July 2010 as he and fellow Marines were making a push into Taliban territory. I had the privilege to be among the speakers with Rob at the …read more.

At about 9:05 p.m. Sunday, firefighters of the Warsaw-Warsaw Fire Territory were called to a reported fire at R.R. Donnelley & Sons Co., 2801 W. Old Rd. 30, Warsaw. While fire personnel were responding, Atwood and Winona Lake fire departments were also called for full assist when there was another report that flames were visible. …read more.

Residents of Wawasee and Syracuse lakes gathered Saturday morning for a pancake and sausage breakfast at Oakwood Retreat, Syracuse, for the Annual Wawasee Property Owners Association and Syracuse Lake Association Annual Family Breakfast. Close to 300 residents and their families attended. Not only did attendees receive breakfast, but many area organizations, such as the Wawasee …read more.

This week’s crime of the week comes from the files of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department: On June 17, the Kosciusko County Highway Department reported graffiti painted on county highway signs. Within the last two weeks, the Kosciusko County Highway Department has reported several county road signs also damaged in the areas of Tippecanoe Lake, …read more.

Come down to the Mermaid Festival Fairgrounds at 6:30 p.m. and watch firefighters in action as they demonstrate their skills during the Tippecanoe Township North Webster Fire Department and Mermaid Festival 4th Annual Firefighters Challenge. Watch as the participants, all in full firefighter gear, navigate a tunnel and obstacle course, scramble up ladders, carry a …read more.