KOSCIUSKO — 2018 was a year of heartbreak and hard times for Kosciusko County and Ink Free News’ most read stories reflect that. The following is a listing of our ten top-read stories from the year. 1. ISP Releases Arrest Information, Further Details On Fatal School Bus Accident With 74,064 page views, the fatal school …read more.

WARSAW — Darrin Jay Heinzman, 37, who has had addresses of 9523 E. Pixie Parkway, Cromwell and 4409 E. 100S, Pierceton, entered guilty pleas Monday, Dec. 31, to five of the 15 charges in three separate cases. He will be sentenced at 8:30 a.m. Feb. 4, in Kosciusko Circuit Court. He is currently incarcerated at the …read more.

WARSAW — Local entrepreneur Dave Cesaretti is always quick to snap off a catchy one-liner, which makes him a great cab driver. However, his vision and snap focus of the big picture is the reason his local business, Fast Cabs, is one of the area’s most successful enterprises. It’s that ability to see things from …read more.

MARSHALL COUNTY —  The mother of a young girl hurt in the Marshall County bus crash, which left one student dead, has filed a lawsuit against the driver and his employer. Amber Despot, mother of Krista Despot, filed a complaint against Tylor Perry and National Construction Rentals Inc. and National Rent-A-Fence Co. The complaint alleges …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Tomorrow begins a new chapter for former Indiana State Trooper Kyle Dukes as he takes on a new role as Sheriff of Kosciusko County. Dukes is a native of Kendallville and a 1995 graduate of East Noble High School. He attended Ivy Tech earning an associate’s degree and then went on to attend Tri-State …read more.

WARSAW — A Fort Wayne man will spend time on probation and has been ordered to continue treatment for chemical dependency after being sentenced for his role in a 2016 incident where police said he was driving a vehicle that contained illegal drugs and did so in the presence of a minor child. John Thomas …read more.

WARSAW — A man from Leesburg was sentenced in Kosciusko County Circuit Court Monday, Dec. 31, for drug charges, but may not be out of the woods yet. Mickey Dean Tubbs, II, 24, 8071 E. CR 500N, Leesburg, pleaded guilty on Sept. 10 to possession of a narcotic drug, a level 6 felony, and possession …read more.

WARSAW — JB’s Furniture is bringing in the new year with a special sale on New Year’s Day 2019. The entire store in all departments will be an additional 20 percent off the lowest sale price regardless of previous markdowns. This is a one day only sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Devin Gibbs, a member of the staff at Rabb Water Systems in Warsaw, has successfully completed the professional service seminar at Kinetico’s Service Academy, the training arm of Kinetico Inc., Newbury, OH. Gibbs, along with other service professionals working for dealerships across the country, participated in this intensive service training seminar conducted by …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Many residents in Warsaw and surrounding areas reported hearing a large boom around 6:30 p.m. last night, Dec. 30. But the reason for the boom remains unclear. Kosciusko County Emergency Dispatch was immediately flooded with calls reporting the loud sound, and emergency responders in the area began looking for the cause of the sound. …read more.

LEESBURG — Two people were transported to Fort Wayne for injuries after a single vehicle accident on North Warsaw Oswego Road, south of East Rader Road, Leesburg. At approximately 11:38 p.m. Friday, Dec. 28, officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded to a report of a vehicle accident. The crash involved a 2002 green …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A man with addresses listed in Elkhart and Mishawaka is facing drug charges after being pulled over for an expired license plate. James C. Woodard Jr., 58, with addresses on file as both 112 E. 6th St., Mishawaka, and 1901 Osolo Road, Lot 180, Elkhart, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — In observance of New Year’s holiday, the city of Warsaw offices will be closed Tuesday, Jan. 1 in observance of New Year’s Day. New Year’s Day’s trash route will be serviced Monday, December 31st. The town of Winona Lake Offices will be closed Monday, Dec. 31, and Tuesday, Jan. 1, in observance of the …read more.

MILFORD — The Milford Public Library has announced it will be closed Monday, Dec. 31 and Tuesday, Jan. 1 for the New Years holiday. Patrons will be able to drop off books or movies in the drop boxes on the south side of the library. The library will reopen Wednesday, Jan. 2 at 10 a.m. Family Movie …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is requesting your assistance in locating subjects wanted on felony and/or misdemeanor warrants. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these wanted persons, contact the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department at (574) 267-5667. Those shown with no photos do not have photos on file with the …read more.

WARSAW — JB’s Furniture is bringing in the new year with a special sale on New Year’s Day 2019. The entire store in all departments will be an additional 20 percent off the lowest sale price regardless of previous markdowns. This is a one day only sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. …read more.

WARSAW — The following programs are set to take place in January at the Warsaw Community Public Library. Resume classes WorkOne is hosting a variety of computer and resume/interviewing classes during the month. Please call or go online for times. Registration is preferred. Chess Club Chess Club meets from 10 a.m. to noon every Saturday. …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library will be closed on Monday, Dec. 31 and Tuesday, Jan. 1. Story Hour The library hosts Story Hour every Friday at 10 a.m. Children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. Hoopla Hoopla is a digital media service that allows patrons to borrow movies, music, audiobooks, …read more.

WARSAW — JB’s Furniture is bringing in the new year with a special sale on New Year’s Day 2019. The entire store in all departments will be an additional 20 percent off the lowest sale price regardless of previous markdowns. This is a one day only sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana has declared a winter weather advisory for Kosciusko County. The advisory is in effect until 1 p.m. today, Dec. 29. Expect mixed precipitation with additional snow accumulations of up to one inch and ice accumulations of a light glaze. Plan on slippery road conditions. Accidents and slide …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Children are invited to the Stuffed Animal Sleepover at North Webster Community Public Library Jan. 4, 2019. Participants are encouraged to bring their stuffed animals or dolls to the Youth Department at 5 p.m. for Evening Story Time; then leave their toy friends overnight at the library. Parents can bring the kids …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is requesting your assistance in locating subjects wanted on felony and/or misdemeanor warrants. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these wanted persons, contact the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department at (574) 267-5667. Those shown with no photos do not have photos on file with the …read more.

NAPPANEE – NorthWood shot its way over South Bend Clay in a 64-39 boys basketball final Friday night.

WARSAW — A single-vehicle accident occurred just before midnight tonight, Dec. 29, on Warsaw Oswego Road, Warsaw. The vehicle left the roadway and came to rest in a ditch. Dispatch reports estimated that the ditch was about 20 feet deep. This made extraction of the vehicle’s two occupants necessary. An officer on scene advised that both occupants …read more.

CLAYPOOL — Residents who live near a soybean processing plant near Claypool have about two more weeks remaining in order to weigh in on a request the company has made to the state regarding its factory’s emissions. A legal ad appeared in a local newspaper Dec. 15, stating that a 30-day public comment period would …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee High School’s head swim coach, Julie Robinson, has filed a sex discrimination suit against Wawasee Community School Corporation. The suit follows on the heels of a complaint filed with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Indianapolis District Office. Robinson, North Albert Eckert Drive, North Webster, is seeking compensatory damages for being subjected …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A man from Kentucky was recently arrested after he was connected to a local burglary and auto theft case from January. Andy Ryan Coahran, 25, 2743 Left Fork Of Abbott Creek, Prestonsburg, Ky., is being charged with burglary, a level 5 felony; auto theft, a level 6 felony; and theft, a level 6 …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Diesel Power and Machine has been selected as the December 2018 Member of the Month. Being a part of the Pierceton community for the past 37 years, Diesel Power and Machine is a valued partner in Pierceton and the chamber is honored to showcase …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Pierceton man faces multiple charges after police arrested him when he returned a car that had previously been reported as stolen. Rodney B. Knuckles, 33, 18 EMS B20A Lane, Pierceton, is charged with auto theft and intimidation, both level 6 felonies. According to the affidavit of probable cause, an officer from the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Integrity Real Estate is pleased to announce the addition of Amy Cavender, a veteran realtor, to the company. With more than 16 years of experience in the real estate industry, Cavender has been recognized in the “America’s Best Real Estate Professionals” rankings several times in recent years by Real Trends and WSJ. With …read more.

Warsaw — Finish up the year with great savings thanks to Brouwer’s Furniture’s year-end closeout event. There will be huge markdowns throughout the store, ranging from 20 to 50 percent off. Don’t miss out. Take advantage of this amazing year-end clearance sale. All home decor is on sale at 20 percent off original prices. Enjoy …read more.

WARSAW — Rather than paying for his selection and earning Kohl’s cash, a Cromwell man allegedly stole several items from the store earlier this month. Timothy Frederick Howard, 34, 314 N. West St., Milford, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; theft, a class A misdemeanor; and possession of paraphernalia, a …read more.

PIERCETON — With her father working as a contractor and teaching her woodworking skills early on, Kelsea DeGaetano seems to have slipped seamlessly into running her own small business refurbishing, designing and painting. Growing up in Warsaw and a Warsaw Community High School graduate, she began woodworking for 4-H and then tinkering with refurbishing projects throughout high school.

KOSCIUSKO — A Nappanee man was arrested after breaking into a residence and violating a protective order. Jeremy Lee Kelly, 41, 751 N. Tomahawk Trail, Nappanee, is being charged with residential entry, a level 6 felony; invasion of privacy, a class A misdemeanor; criminal mischief, a class B misdemeanor; and criminal trespass, a class A …read more.

MILFORD — The case of a Milford town resident alleging three of his amendments to the U.S. Constitution were violated and the town’s noise ordinance is “unconstitutionally vague and overboard” has been filed in U.S. District Court Northern District, South Bend. The case has been assigned to District Court Judge Philip P. Simon and referred …read more.

WABASH — Celebrating the greatest entertainer of all time, “The Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular” will take place at the Honeywell Center at 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 20, 2019. Join Elvis impersonators Shawn Kush, Cody Ray Slaughter and Ryan Pelton as they perform in “The Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular.” This concert celebrates the music of the …read more.

WARSAW — A warrant has been served on a South Bend man after he used a fraudulent credit card at Smith Appliance and Reinholt’s Town Square Furniture. Zachary J. Anewich, 30, 52445 Oakland Ave., South Bend, is being charged with two counts of fraud and two counts of theft, all level 6 felonies. On Oct. …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Career Center offers monthly workshops that can be completed in increments, with assessments and certifications upon completion. This is the place to prepare yourself for a growing business and manufacturing world that demands more digital literacy and online tech skills. All Career Center events are free and open to the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a wind advisory for Kosciusko County. The advisory is in effect until 9 p.m. tonight, Dec. 27. Expect hazardous weather including south to southeast winds of 20 to 30 mph gusting to 45 mph through the early evening hours. The wind will cause difficult travel for …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — When it comes to the new year, many people tend to start with a New Year’s resolution. Typically the resolution will involve becoming healthier in some way, whether it be working out more, eating healthier or quitting a bad habit.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Chad Hill, former public relations officer with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, has entered a pre-trial diversion agreement on the charges of theft, a class A misdemeanor. Hill, 50, Larwill, was charged with theft, a class A misdemeanor earlier this month following an investigation by Special Prosecutor Eric D. Blackman, prosecutor from …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster Community Public Library announced the appointment of LuAnn Kissinger to the Library Board of Trustees. Appointed by the Wawasee Community School Board of Trustees, Kissinger will serve a four-year term, replacing Teresa Fry, who retired from the library board after serving since 1998. Kissinger serves in an administrative position …read more.

PIERCETON — Around 11:09 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 26, an accident occurred on East US 30, west of East CR 900E, Pierceton. Tyler P. Dispensa, 21, Angle Tran, West Dundee, Ill., was traveling west on US 30 when he attempted to switch lanes. He failed to notice the vehicle driven by Charles W. Rebman, 79, South CR 600W, …read more.

UPDATE: The suspect in this photo has been identified. There is no further need to contact the police department with details.   WARSAW — The Warsaw Police Department is seeking your help in identifying the individual in the picture above. He is a suspect in a theft case. If you recognize the subject, please contact …read more.

WARSAW — Finish up the year with great savings thanks to Brouwer’s Furniture’s year-end closeout event. There will be huge markdowns throughout the store, ranging from 20 to 50 percent off. Don’t miss out. Take advantage of this amazing year-end clearance sale. All home decor is on sale at 20 percent off original prices. Enjoy …read more.

WARSAW — Courthouse Coffee LLC, known as Cafe Mod, which was located in the Kohls Plaza and closed in December 2017, has been ordered to pay $53,000 in back rent. In June, IRC Warsaw, LLC filed a complaint for breach of contract and eviction with Kosciusko Circuit Court against Cafe Mod which was located at …read more.

SYRACUSE — Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence winner Oakwood Resort announced their beach area will host a Polar Plunge fundraiser. The Polar Plunge will take place Saturday, Jan. 26, 2019, with registration opening at 11:30 a.m. and the Plunge beginning at noon. The net proceeds from the event will benefit Turkey Creek Fire Department, which …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man faces a battery charge for what police say is his role in a fight among school girls near a school bus stop. John George McGuire, 18, 2715 E. Lake Tahoe Trail, Warsaw, is charged with battery, a class B misdemeanor. According to police, officers with the Warsaw Police Department were …read more.

WABASH — The Honeywell Foundation recently elected Howard Halderman as chairman of its Board of Directors. Halderman, president of Halderman Real Estate and Farm Management Service and vice-president of Halderman Real Estate Services, succeeds David Haist, who led the foundation board since 2016. Haist, retired COO of Do It Best Corp., will remain on the …read more.

WARSAW — Travis Mrozinski, 23, 310 N. Hickory St., Apt. E, North Webster, will begin serving his sentence on one criminal case, while awaiting hearings on four additional cases. Mrozinski appeared before Kosciusko Circuit Court Judge Michael Reed Wednesday morning, Dec. 26, for sentencing on drug charges stemming from January 2018. Through a plea agreement, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Syracuse man was sentenced to five years in the Indiana Department of Corrections in Kosciusko Circuit Court Wednesday, Dec. 26, for dealing methamphetamine while children were present at a residence. Jerry Wayne Jilton, 29, 509 Prairie Drive, Syracuse, through a plea agreement, pleaded guilty to dealing in methamphetamine, a level 4 felony, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Salvation Army had three Angel of Hope trees in Warsaw this holiday season to collect items for Kosciusko families in crisis throughout the year. Trees were located at K-Mart, Winona Lake Free Methodist Church and the Warsaw Public Library according to Major Trish Welch, corps officer.   Donors take tags off the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw man was sentenced to 15 years in the Indiana Department of Corrections in Kosciusko Circuit Court Wednesday, Dec. 26, in three different cases involving animal cruelty, battery and drug charges. In the first case, Jerrod Wayne Turpen, 33, 3171 Deerfield Path, Warsaw, was charged with battery resulting in moderate bodily injury, …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Rotary Club met on Friday, Dec. 21, and held its 53rd Annual Rotary Salvation Army Day. The final total collected for the event was $32,710.44 to support the mission of the Army to help others, not only at Christmas but throughout the year. “That first year a little under $1,000 was collected,” said John Hall, …read more.

PIERCETON — Shortly after 11 a.m. today, Dec. 26, emergency responders were dispatched to a two-vehicle accident in the westbound lanes of US 30 in front of Maverick Motorcycle, Pierceton. One of the vehicles ended up off the road in a field and the other ended up in the median of US 30. Pierceton Fire Department, Kosciusko County …read more.

 WABASH —The Honeywell Foundation has been awarded a $5,000 grant by the Ecolab Foundation. The grant award will benefit the Honeywell Foundation’s Educational Outreach Program, a curriculum-based, multifaceted arts education program that provides free arts education programming in 14 counties in the northeast region of Indiana.   In addition to distributing grant funds in and …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Mentone man is facing multiple felonies after police say he stole items from four different vehicles and a garage over the span of three days. Aaron J. Guyberson, 31, 305 N. Tucker St., Mentone, is being charged with burglary, a level 5 felony; four counts of theft, level 6 felonies; theft of …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — On Monday, Jan. 14, the North Manchester Historical Society will be having its annual meeting. Following the meeting, there will be a showing of the documentary film “The Story of the Black Swamp.” The program will be held at Timbercrest Retirement Center, 2201 East St., North Manchester at 6:30 p.m. The meeting and …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile will be at the North Webster United Methodist Church from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 26. Available services include wellness visits; immunizations; hearing, vision, and developmental screenings; lead, strep, and urine point of care testing; fluoride treatments; and childhood health and safety education. Ronald McDonald …read more.

LEESBURG — All sixth graders with Leesburg Elementary School participated in a robotics educational unit during the month of December. During this time, students separated into small groups to learn about the word “autonomous” and how this word applies to robotics. Each group had to build and code a robot so that it could remove blocks from a board autonomously.

By Darla McCammon Paul Gauguin was, and remains after death, a controversial artist. His work was largely unappreciated until he died. His biography is fascinating and very long. I encourage you to read it. He and the artist from last week’s article, Henry Bacon, were both influenced by Brittany and visits to Pont-Aven. But each …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Public Works Department disposes of live Christmas trees in an eco-friendly way following the Christmas holiday. Rather than sending this biodegradable material to a landfill, trees are ground up with other brush, and that ground product is given away or used within the city. Residents should place their trees …read more.

WARSAW — Jefferson Elementary School’s first LEGO League has had a busy first semester, according to a Warsaw Community Schools press release. In 2018, the group’s theme was space travel and students were asked to research a problem with space travel and then design a possible solution to that problem. Students created three presentations over …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Dr. Alberta “Bertie” Hanson has taken 25 classes at Grace College over the past six years. Hanson is not a traditional college student, but a senior learner in Grace College’s Silver Scholars program. She celebrated her 90th birthday earlier this year and has no plans of slowing down. While she works to …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw police, acting on a report of a stolen vehicle and not knowing the vehicle was no longer stolen, located a Warsaw man wanted on other crimes and said they also found evidence to add more offenses to the list. Robert Keith Powell, 28, 524 E. Center St., Warsaw, is charged with possession …read more.

WARSAW — The staff, board and all members of the Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts family announce with sadness and regret the passing of Wagon Wheel’s Musical Supervisor Thomas Stirling.    Stirling, who was an accomplished string and keyboard musician and composer, was also the musical director and conductor of the Symphony of the …read more.

LEESBURG — A Leesburg man was arrested on drug charges after a traffic stop was initiated earlier this month. Nathaniel Phillip Trott, 25, 40 EMS B6 Lane, Leesburg, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; possession of a controlled substance, a class A misdemeanor; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C …read more.

INDIANA — According to AAA, more than 112.5 million people are expected to be out and about this year. That’s a 4.4 percent increase over the last year and the highest since AAA began collecting travel data in 2001. Of those, 102.1 million are expected highway travelers. To avoid holiday road rage, drivers can use …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — An Argos woman was arrested after Winona Lake Police responded to a call about two individuals at A & A Auto Sales.  Megan N.Sheppard, 18, 17357 Kenilworth Road, Argos, is being charged with dealing methamphetamine, a level 2 felony; and possession of methamphetamine, a level 3 felony.  According to the affidavit of probable …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Whitko Jr.-Sr. High School student Alayna Kreps earned a check for $100 for winning a recent essay contest. Kreps’ essay detailed her plan to become a Marine biologist. “Some of the things that interest me in this career are the curiosity of the creatures and the unknown that is waiting to be …read more.

ETNA GREEN — At approximately 8:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 24, Bourbon EMS, Etna Township First Responders and Etna Green Fire Department were called to the scene of an accident at the intersection of US 30 and SR 19 in Etna Green. Indiana State Police, Lutheran EMS and Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department were also on scene. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Last week, two new updates occurred regarding the pending lawsuit against the Kosciusko County Community Fair regarding racing events. The court of Appeals of Indiana upheld the preliminary injunction on the case on Thursday, Dec. 20. Mediation for the case occurred on Friday, Dec. 21, with no resolution occurring. The court case stems from …read more.

WARSAW —  Warsaw Evangelical Presbyterian Church, with support from the Kosciusko Community YMCA, announced today that they will serve as one of nearly 500 churches around the world already registered to host Night to Shine 2019, sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation, simultaneously on Friday, Feb. 8 of next year. Night to Shine is an unforgettable …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse Public Library will host the following events in January 2019: Have A Community Experience Mahjong is becoming a popular game for people who want to play an easy to learn a game that is a bit challenging to win. The Syracuse Library is asking for people that want to learn Mahjong …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is requesting your assistance in locating subjects wanted on felony and/or misdemeanor warrants. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these wanted persons, contact the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department at (574) 267-5667. Those shown with no photos do not have photos on file with the …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER —  Accompanied by his menagerie of animal friends, Expert Animal Handler Mark Kohlhorst will present his popular Mark’s Ark Live Animal Show at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 28, at the North Webster Community Public Library. Kids and their families will get to meet, pet and learn about all sorts of animals from cute …read more.

ATWOOD —  At approximately 4:45 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 22, Atwood Fire Department was contacted regarding a structure fire at 217 E. Main St., Atwood. The home is situated directly across the street from the Atwood Post Office. It was reported that the upstairs of the residence was on fire and that all residents had evacuated …read more.

SYRACUSE — Perhaps a letter received recently from Clayton Hicks, a 2018 graduate of Wawasee High School, sums up the potential impact being involved in drama can have on a student. Hicks had not pursued drama or theater until he was a senior, but doing so made a significant difference in his overall education at …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library will be closed from Sunday, Dec. 23 to Tuesday, Dec. 25. The staff at Bell Memorial Public Library wishes you and yours a very happy and safe holiday season. Join the library for Story Hour at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a story, sing songs and make …read more.

Warsaw — The Christmas Mouse infestation at JB’s Furniture is wrapping up. His 12 days of Christmas Markdowns are coming to an end on December 24th at high noon when, according to sources close to the Mouse, his plan is to mark down a regularly priced item valued at least $1,000, down to just $99. …read more.

By Amy Mann Children’s Services Winter in northern Indiana can be a challenge. Preparation for the day often takes longer than in the more temperate months, but daylight hours have dwindled, making days appear shorter. Life can seem to take more energy than we had been able to store up during the summer and fall. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is requesting your assistance in locating subjects wanted on felony and/or misdemeanor warrants. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these wanted persons, contact the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department at (574) 267-5667. Those shown with no photos do not have photos on file with the …read more.

Warsaw – Customers who are shopping at JB’s Furniture, during the final 12 days before Christmas, continue to find items being marked below cost daily by the Christmas Mouse. It is reported that the mouse is moving around JB’s giant showroom undetected once each day until someone discovers another item with a $399 or more …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Republican Central Committee Chairman Mike Ragan appointed Patricia Cook to complete the remaining term of the Etna Green clerk-treasurer position. Cook has lived in Etna Green since 1984. She is married with seven children. Cook worked at an auto repair business for 15 years. “We congratulate Patricia Cook on this appointment …read more.

WARSAW — It’s your sixth-grade year. The long anticipated day has come when you and your classmates file onto the school bus and head to the Wagon Wheel Theatre to watch the holiday musical. You arrive and are ushered to your seats where just rows behind you another school of sixth graders files by. Over …read more.

WARSAW — During a fairly short meeting held this morning, Dec. 21, the Warsaw Board of Works handled many end-of-the-year housekeeping tasks. The wastewater department dominated the agenda with seven items of business. The board approved a contract for NV Grant Services to continue keeping the department in line with SRF loan requirements for the …read more.

WARSAW — The Salvation Army is completing its 30th annual Angel Tree outreach to provide food and gifts to families for Christmas. “The mission of The Salvation Army began in 1921 when operations were opened in Warsaw City Hall,” said Ken Locke, community ministries director. Families have been helped during the holidays since then but …read more.

WARSAW — At its last public meeting of 2018, Wednesday, Dec. 19, Lakeland Regional Sewer District board of trustees agreed to more strictly adhere to its billing ordinance when applying late charges in 2019. The board also dealt with infrastructure issues, including how to mitigate odors associated with sewage. According to Jim Haney, board president, Jones …read more.

WARSAW — A Fort Wayne man will avoid jail time, other than time already served, after police said he held a gun to a man’s head in Warsaw and joined with other men to batter and rob the man of $3,000. Cedric O. Gamble, Jr., 30, 1330 Michigan Ave., Fort Wayne, was initially charged with …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — In observance of Christmas Eve and Christmas, city of Warsaw offices will be closed Monday, Dec. 24, and Tuesday, Dec. 25. Christmas Eve’s trash route will be serviced Friday, Dec. 21. Christmas Day’s trash route will be serviced Wednesday, Dec. 26. The town of Winona Lake offices will be closed Monday, Dec. 24, and Tuesday, Dec. …read more.

Warsaw – Customers who are shopping at JB’s Furniture, during the final 12 days before Christmas, continue to find items being marked below cost daily by the Christmas Mouse. It is reported that the mouse is moving around JB’s giant showroom undetected once each day until someone discovers another item with a $399 or more …read more.

WARSAW — “I think that this wraps it up,” said Prosecutor Brad Voelz, speaking at the sentencing hearing for a 19-year-old Columbia City man implicated as part of a group of men police say tried to rob a rival group of drug dealers. Nathan James Dollar, 19, 4020 South SR 9, was clean-shaven and well-dressed …read more.

GOSHEN — Interra Credit Union, Goshen, celebrated a major corporate office renovation with a ribbon cutting and community donation, with staff, board members and community guests in attendance. A significant investment was made to accommodate growth, create staffing efficiencies and enhance the member and employee experience. “Both Business Services and Interra Mortgage have realized unprecedented …read more.

SILVER LAKE —  Silver Lake residents enjoyed a visit from Santa Claus Thursday, Dec. 20, at the old fire station on Jefferson Street. Santa made his rounds through town in a fire truck, accompanied by Silver Lake Fire Chief John Conley, while residents of all ages waved and cheered. A long line of children waited for …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Each year the Kosciusko County Republican Women have a charitable project for Christmas. This year the project is blankets and throws for residents of Fellowship Missions, Warsaw.

WARSAW — Ivy Tech Community College is hosting an express enrollment week, Jan. 2–5, to get students ready for the spring semester, which begins Jan. 14. At express enrollment events, prospective students can work on the steps they need to start classes. Enrollment experts will be on-hand to answer questions and help attendees with enrollment …read more.

SYRACUSE – Wawasee pushed Penn in a 48-16 wrestling dual Thursday night.

WARSAW — Police say a Warsaw man escalated an argument and battered a woman, including spitting on her and head butting the side of her face. Christopher Robert Sexton, 24, 3762 W. Old Road 30, Warsaw, is charged with domestic battery with moderate bodily injury, a level 6 felony; and domestic battery, a class A …read more.

WARSAW — Bowen Center has received a donation from K21 Health Foundation in honor of Kurt Carlson, Bowen Center, chief executive officer. The $20,000 gift was presented today by Rich Haddad, K21 Health Foundation, executive director. Haddad presented the donation in celebration of the K21 Health Foundation’s 20th year of grant-making and as a tribute …read more.

ATWOOD — Atwood Aldersgate United Methodist Church will hold a Christmas Eve candlelight service at 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 24. The public is invited to celebrate the coming of the Christ Child with the singing of Christmas hymns, special music and lighting of candles. The church’s sister congregation, Clunette United Methodist, will be joining in the …read more.