WARSAW — The sitting Kosciusko County Council members who are up for re-election are both seeking new terms, but will face challengers in the November election if they hope to serve new terms. Republicans Ernie Wiggins of District 3 and Jon Garber of District 4 will be challenged on Nov. 6 by Democrats Gary L. …read more.

WARSAW —  — Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03) announced that a member of his staff will visit Warsaw on Thursday, Oct. 4, to meet with local residents and assist Hoosiers experiencing problems with a federal agency. A staff member will be at Warsaw City Hall, 102 S. Buffalo Street, from 9:30 a.m. to noon.

MILFORD — Milford residents and others gathered on a cool evening, Saturday, Sept. 29, for the second annual Milford Block Party, hosted by Harvest Coffee and held in the public parking lot on Main Street. The event featured music, games and several community organizations, including the Milford Public Library, Milford Police Department, Wawasee Community Bible …read more.

WARSAW — When voters cast their ballots Nov. 6, residents of Indiana’s District 18 will have two choices for the Indiana House of Representatives — Republican incumbent David Wolkins and Democratic challenger Dee Moore. Moore, a farmer from North Manchester, campaigns heavily on environmental issues as well as women’s rights “A strong statement concerning women’s …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library is having a book sale in its main lobby, with single titles just $.10 each or 15 books for $1. The library invites patrons to attend story hour every Friday at 10 a.m. During story hour, children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft.  Hoopla is a …read more.

  NORTH WEBSTER — Statements for and against sewers and questions were heard from residents in and around Tippecanoe and Chapman lakes Saturday afternoon. A public meeting was held by the county commissioners and council to provide information about the proposed Tippy-Chapman Lake Regional Sewer District, and hear from the public. Approximately 350-400 people gathered …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.

Anna Jackson Information Services The following are adult and teen programs at the Warsaw Community Public Library: Mystery Puzzle Contest! Oct. 1-12, mystery puzzle bags will be given away on a first come, first serve basis. Contestants complete the puzzle without pictorial aid in order to be entered to win a $25 gift card. Friends …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The weather was comfortable and fall-like for the Village at Winona’s Oktoberfest celebration today, Sept. 29. Festivities for all ages took place throughout the day, starting with a Porsche car show at 11 a.m. Approximately 25 Porsches were on display on East Canal Street. Attendees also got the opportunity to participate in …read more.

MILFORD — The Milford Public Library will host the following events in October: Mark your calendars for the Lights Out at the Library program. The community voted to select a book from three possible titles and “Dragons Love Tacos” by Adam Rubin won the most votes. The library will bring the book to life from …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee High School Choral Department will present its fall concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, in the high school auditorium. Tickets are $5 for general admission. Children 5 and under are admitted free. The theme of the concert is “Americana.” It will feature music and lyrics of American composers and poets. It …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — If you have always wanted to research your family roots, but don’t know where to start, North Webster Community Public Library is offering a five-class beginning genealogy course in October. Starting Oct. 2, the classes will be held 10:30 a.m. every Tuesday throughout the month. Taught by the library’s Local History and …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY —  Two candidates are vying for Kosciusko County Commissioner for the southern district. The Republican incumbent is Robert M. (Bob) Conley. The second candidate is a Democrat, J. Todd Weingart. Robert Conley   Conley was born in Warsaw. He lived on a farm near Pierceton. As a child, he learned to get along …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 Kosciusko …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — As part of an ongoing annual mission project, McHatton-Sadler recently donated $1,000 to God’s Highway to Heaven food pantry in recognition of Hunger Action Month and the upcoming needs for the Holiday Seasons. The donation will help to purchase over 5,500 pounds of food for distribution according to Judy Pennington, director. Through various …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Summer and sand, for the most part, are synonymous with beach. But for two Grace College students, they meant a dig in the desert this summer. Ben Gruber, a May 2018 graduate from Harlan, and Christian Prater, a senior from Sheridan, spent six weeks excavating Tel Burna, a site in the Sephelah …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Beware of the many tactics fraudsters and criminals use to obtain personal information and try to access your accounts and, ultimately, try to take your money. “The two types of scams we are seeing most frequently are those in which people are tricked into giving out their online banking credentials and also computer …read more.

SYRACUSE — The annual Wawasee Walk, sponsored by Syracuse-Wawasee Area Ministerial Association, will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30. The fundraiser will offer two routes, both of which begin at Syracuse Community Center, 1013 N Long Drive: • a 4.5-mile walk around Syracuse Lake • a walk to Rose Home, 72876 CR 29, Syracuse, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Treasures for Troops, a soldier support ministry through the First Freewill Baptist Church of Kosciusko County, is conducting the eighth annual “Operation TREAT a Soldier.” In 2017, the project collected 415 bags that were deployed to service members. These bags are sent to eight different groups in four countries. “We are so blessed …read more.

WARSAW — The Greater Warsaw Ministerial Association has established Sunday, Sept. 30, as Hunger Awareness Sunday. Churches, groups and individuals are encourage to donate gifts-in-kind for monies to local pantries. The Salvation Army “Choice Pantry” has seen an increase in requests for food in 2018. According to Major Bill Welch the pantry has seen a 25 …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Prairie Township Advisory Board members and Township Trustee face no competition in the fall election. Republican incumbents for the Advisory Board include Lila Christner Thompson, Gordon R. Drake, and Connie S. Himes. The Republican incumbent for Prairie Township Trustee is Julia Goon. The upcoming election will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 6. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Wawasee FFA Dairy Judging Team recently competed in the 50th anniversary of the Invitational Youth Dairy Cattle Judging Contest in Harrisburg, Pa. Team members were Evan Coblentz, Kayla Estrada, Logan Hollar and Jackson Templin. The team finished fourth overall in the FFA division. As a team they were first in Guernseys, second …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — County and local law enforcement agencies participating in the Kosciusko County DUI Taskforce will continue to conduct roving patrols and sobriety checkpoints during the month of September 2018. This project is made possible through grants received by the Governor’s Council on Impaired and Dangerous Driving. DUI: Taskforce Indiana is a year-long, statewide project …read more.

  AKRON — Contested races and the guarantee of at least two new faces will make the election in November for Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation’s Board of Trustees significant for that southern Kosciusko County/Fulton County school system. Current board member Stan Miller announced earlier this year he would not seek re-election in District 3 when …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — After an illustrious career spanning over four decades, Jim Molebash will retire from the Anthony Wayne Area Council – Boy Scouts of America on Sept. 29, after 42 years of professional services. He currently serves as Assistant Scout Executive of Anthony Wayne Area Council, Fort Wayne. Molebash’s career began as Associate District Executive in …read more.

SILVER LAKE — A Silver Lake man is facing battery charges after allegedly choking a female because he was upset over a pending court hearing. Daryl Patrick Williams, 25, 10531 S. Pleasant St., Silver Lake, is being charged with domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor.  According to the affidavit of probable cause, around 8:50 a.m. …read more.

WARSAW — Part of the city of Warsaw’s microsurfacing project is scheduled for this weekend, Saturday, Sept. 29 and Sunday, Sept. 30th, weather permitting.  There will be road restrictions during this project.  These roads include: Little League Drive Kesler Street Leiter Drive Armstrong Road

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested after stabbing a male subject in June. Darren Allen Diaz, 36, 223 W. Jefferson St. 14, Warsaw, is being charged with domestic battery while armed with a deadly weapon, a level 5 felony; and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. On June 24, an officer with the Warsaw …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Community Hospital Board of Trustees has selected Jae Dale, MBA as its new chief executive officer effective Oct. 15. Dale brings over 20 years of hospital administration experience to KCH. For the past seven years, Dale has served as the chief executive officer of Oro Valley Hospital in Tucson, Ariz., where …read more.

WARSAW — Coulter M. Slone, 20, 1520 E. Winona Ave., Warsaw, will be serving an additional two years at the Indiana Department of Corrections following his sentencing Thursday, Sept. 27. Slone is currently serving a four-year sentence in an Allen County case. Slone pleaded guilty to two level 6 felony battery charges in two separate …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Police responded to a report of a man unconscious in a vehicle and arrested the man on several drug-related charges. Jonathan Allen Carpenter, 34, 2663 S. Raber Road, Columbia City, is charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony, and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. He is currently being held …read more.

WARSAW — On Friday, Sept. 21, Warsaw Community High School celebrated the annual homecoming celebration with a parade, football game and crowning of the homecoming court. The 2018 homecoming queen is Raegan Merchant, daughter of Erin and Tim Merchant. Merchant plans to attend Indiana University and her major is undecided. The 2018 homecoming king is …read more.

WARSAW — Have you ever heard the sound of footsteps, only to look in the area where the noise came from and find nobody there? Have you watched as items unexplainably move, rolling off of tables and falling to the floor? These are just some of the instances people have experienced while visiting the Old …read more.

INDIANA — Teachers Credit Union announces that its membership has surpassed 300,000, further solidifying TCU’s standing as Indiana’s largest credit union. To thank members, TCU will host celebrations in TCU service centers in October and will feature a monthlong promotion with special prizes. According to TCU CEO and President Paul Marsh, “TCU’s continued growth reflects …read more.

WARSAW — A three-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle, an SUV and a semi tractor trailer put one man in the hospital Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 26, in Warsaw. Robert K. Bryant, 48, EMS B44 Lane, Leesburg, was conscious at the scene but transported to Kosciusko Community Hospital with multiple injuries when the motorcycle he was riding …read more.

WARSAW — The Indiana State Police continue to investigate the officer involved shooting that occurred in Warsaw last night. The officer has been identified as Officer Daniel Clemens. Clemens has been a member of the Warsaw Police Department since December of 2017. Clemens is currently on paid administrative leave per the policy of the Warsaw …read more.

WARSAW —  Raise the Dough, Inc. is excited to announce the hiring of Katie Jacobson as its new executive director. Jacobson joins the grassroots adoption fundraising team after spending two years at Heartline Pregnancy Center where she served as a marketing event coordinator and client advocate. Jacobson’s passion for the pro-life cause, her heart for …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Mindy Wise, Kosciusko County 4-H youth development educator, is working with the Tobacco Free Coalition to teach students techniques used in point of sale marketing campaigns and how to use these techniques to create a positive campaign message.

WARSAW — OrthoWorx announced a new, expanded talent development initiative that will focus on promoting careers in local manufacturing companies to eighth-grade students in Kosciusko County. DiscoverME will be taking place across Kosciusko County during the week of Oct. 1, aligning with National Manufacturing Week. It will engage all eighth-grade students in Tippecanoe Valley, Warsaw, …read more.

WARSAW — The Indiana State Police have been asked to investigate an officer-involved shooting that occurred this evening, Sept. 26, involving a Warsaw police officer. Preliminary investigation shows that around 7:26 p.m., the Warsaw Police Department was called to a house in the 1800 block of Michaels Street for an unwanted party. This unwanted party …read more.

***The Amber Alert has been canceled as 9:27 pm. ***   FORT WAYNE — The Allen County Sheriff’s Department has requested the activation of a statewide AMBER Alert. The victim, Mary Kryder, is a 1-year-old biracial female, three feet tall, 30 pounds with blonde hair and blue eyes. She was last seen Wednesday, Sept. 26, …read more.

WARSAW — Police from multiple agencies are on the scene of a police-involved shooting involving the Warsaw Police Department. The incident occurred Wednesday evening, Sept. 26. The scene is on West Lake Street in western Warsaw. Officers from the Warsaw Police Department, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department and Indiana State Police are on the scene. Eastbound …read more.

WARSAW — First responders were called by Kosciusko County dispatchers at 5:37 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 26, for a personal injury accident involving a car, a motorcycle and a semi. The accident occurred in the eastbound lane of US 30, just east of Springhill Road in Warsaw. The semi tractor trailer was hauling automotive rims, …read more.

WARSAW — A homeless Warsaw man is facing a felony charge and two misdemeanors after officers attempted to arrest him for drunkenness and he became belligerent and threatening, police say. Randy Walgamth, 58, Warsaw, is charged with intimidation of a law enforcement officer, a level 6 felony; resisting law enforcement, a class A misdemeanor; and …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Lilly Center hosted its 10th-annual Lake Adventure Days this week. Almost 600 fourth-grade students from 10 schools all over Kosciusko County attended the two-day field trip. As in previous years, the event focused on hands-on education. Students rotated through five education-packed stations. They used special equipment to sample water from the lake, …read more.

WARSAW —  Warsaw resident Rosemary Parsons celebrated her 96th birthday this week by riding in a 385 HP Cat-740 haul truck at G & G Hauling & Excavating in Warsaw. This was the latest in a string of birthday adventures. In 2012, with her 90th birthday approaching, Parsons made the decision to do something different …read more.

WARSAW — Kauffman Medi Spa recently held a Botox Day event with a portion of the proceeds being donated to Goshen Health Heartstrings Sisters—a foundation that funds mammograms for women in need. Kauffman Medi Spa offered walk-in Botox appointments. Many patients came for the purpose of the fundraiser. During Botox Day, participants were treated to …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Syracuse man faces no felony charges in a September 2017 case related to intimidation and domestic battery. Timothy Allen Dilley, 95 EMS D18A1 Lane, Syracuse, was originally charged with intimidation, domestic battery resulting in moderate bodily injury, pointing a firearm, and criminal recklessness, all level 6 felonies; and domestic battery and failure …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — K21 Health Foundation has made another appreciation gift of $20,000 to an organization that has served our community for more than 20 years, as a way to celebrate their 20th year. When you think of non-profit organizations that have had a tremendous impact in serving the citizens of Kosciusko County for many years, Cardinal …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man is facing drug charges after a female found him unconscious from an overdose and called the police. Nicholas Robert Henkler, 27, 1613 E. Clark St., Warsaw, is being charged with possession of a narcotic drug, a level 6 felony, and possession of a syringe, a level 6 felony. On Sept. 16, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Colt Russel Lundy will return to Kosciusko County Thursday morning, Oct. 4, in his second attempt to have his 30-year sentence modified. He will appear before Judge David Cates, special judge, at 11:30 a.m. for the hearing. Now 23 years old, Lundy was sentenced at the age of 15, Sept. 27, 2010, …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw’s Department of Public Works will be paving two streets today, Sept. 26, and tomorrow, Thursday, Sept. 27.  This work will require road closures to the following streets: Columbia Street between Market Street and Winona Avenue (SR 25) will be closed today. Park Avenue between Ross Avenue and Oldfather Streets …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A report of a shirtless man entering a local restaurant led officers to arrest a man who was in possession of methamphetamine and told police he was “tweaking.” Skye Michael David Stanley, 26, 418 S. Edgewater Drive, Syracuse, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; possession of methamphetamine with enhancing circumstances, …read more.

SILVER LAKE —  ACRES Land Trust’s Wildwood nature preserve in Kosciusko County has grown by 19 acres enclosing the preserve’s small pond, thanks to a purchase from neighbor and tenant farmer Roger Wagoner and his wife, Carla. “We’re eager to work with neighbors and funders to expand existing preserves,” says Jason Kissel, executive director of …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Kosciusko County. The watch is in effect until midnight.  Other counties under the watch include Allan, Cass, Elkhart, Fulton, Huntington, Marshall, Noble and Whitley counties.

WARSAW —  Lakeland Regional Sewer District board of directors spent much of its Sept. 19 public meeting reviewing nearly 20 requests to waive failure to connect penalties. According to Greg Gear, LRSD manager, 43 properties out of nearly 1,700 remain unconnected, far less than was expected last spring. Throughout the decision-making process, the board held …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A man was recently arrested for a 2017 burglary after officers discovered fingerprints on a broken window. The suspect also left behind a Styrofoam cup and cigarette at the scene. Andrew Tracy Anderson, 25, with addresses of Goshen and Ligonier, is being charged with burglary, a level 5 felony, and theft, a level …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Sheriff Rocky Goshert would like to recognize two deputies that were awarded the Indiana Sheriff’s Association Life Saving Award during the association’s summer conference. Kyle M. Cooper and Daisha M. Dove both took measures to save the life of an inmate attempting to commit suicide in the Kosciusko County Jail. The inmate attempted …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Indiana Department of Transportation announced that road repair is planned for several locations in the Fort Wayne district, beginning on or after Wednesday, Sept. 26, weather permitting. Work will take place in the following locations: SR 13, between SR 14 and just south of Pierceton, in Kosciusko County SR 19, between West …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Conklin Bay boardwalk and trail project is moving along, the Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee heard at its meeting Monday, Sept. 24. There was a pre-bid meeting Thursday, Sept. 13. There are four companies interested in bidding as general contractor, as well as 11 bidding the boardwalk portion, and four bidding the concrete portion to …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A North Webster man was arrested after driving his vehicle through a field. Dustin Jeremiah Sieglinger, 35, 81 EMS W30 Lane, North Webster, is being charged with criminal mischief, a level 6 felony; and failure to stop after a vehicle accident, a class B misdemeanor. On Sept. 3, an officer with the Kosciusko …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — A public meeting is scheduled at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, to provide information and take public comment on the county commissioners consideration of filing the Tippy-Chapman Regional Sewer District with the Indiana Department of Environmental Management. The meeting will be held in the North Webster Community Center. Chad Miner, county attorney, …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — On Monday, Oct. 8, the North Manchester Historical Society will welcome Dr. Russ Gilliom for a presentation on the Augustin de La Balme Memorial Site on the Eel River. The program will be held in the Assembly Room at Timbercrest Retirement Center, 2201 East Street, at 6:30 p.m. and is open to …read more.

WARSAW — Two females were arrested after officers discovered 131 grams of methamphetamine in a vehicle. Julie Lynn Fillmore, 47, 563 N. Michigan St., Argos, is being charged with dealing in methamphetamine, a level 2 felony. Katryna M. Williams, 34, 1120 Division St., Mishawaka, is being charged with dealing in methamphetamine, a level 2 felony; …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko Community Hospital has committed to be the title sponsor for The 4th annual Freaky 5K Family Halloween Run / Walk, held on Oct. 27.  The run/walk begins at the K21 Health Pavilion, around the Beyer Farm Trail, and finishes back near the KCH campus in the Health Pavilion parking lot.  This year’s race director, Brian …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals approved four requests related to two properties at their meeting held Monday, Sept. 24.  In the first of two cases presented by Petitioner Bennie Banghart, a request was made for a variance from developmental standards to permit an accessory structure to be located closer to the front …read more.

WINONA LAKE — On Saturday, Sept 22, the Sixth Annual Golf Outing in honor of Nora Stephens was held by her children at Raccoon Run Golf Course. The event raised more than $4,700, which was donated to the Kosciusko County Cancer Care Fund, administrated by K21 Health Foundation. Stephens passed away in November 2010 of lung …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested after police were called to the Mi Lindo Acapulco Restaurant in reference to an unwanted subject. Kyle Lee Miller, 31, 317 N. Lake St., No. 3, Warsaw, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor.  According to …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko Board of REALTORS held their annual new member orientation on Sept. 20, 2018. To date, KBOR has welcomed twenty-two new real estate licensees to their membership in 2018. New REALTOR members pledge to protect the individual right of real estate ownership and to serve Kosciusko County well by observing the National …read more.

WARSAW — A Syracuse man received an 18-year jail sentence with at least 13 of those years to serve following his arrest and conviction in separate drug dealing cases. Kevin John Allin Simons, 28, 12354 N. Kern Road, Syracuse, was charged in two separate cases with dealing methamphetamine, a level 3 felony. In Kosciusko County Circuit …read more.

By Darla McCammon Having a college in our community has many benefits, not only economically but culturally. Grace College recently hosted an artist, William Catling, from Riverside, Calif., who offered a stimulating seminar to students, faculty and the public. This was a hands-on workshop that produced some clever workmanship as guided by Catling. Catling will …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — After a complete investigation of this morning’s situation, it was deemed that there was no threat to the students or staff at Whitko Jr/Sr High School. Whitko Community Schools takes very seriously any issues dealing with safety, and will continue to be proactive in every situation to ensure the safety of their …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Who can register to vote? Where do you register? Have you moved since you last voted? I haven’t voted in years, am I still registered? I didn’t vote in the primary can I still vote in the general election? How do I know if I’m registered? These questions and many more are …read more.

WARSAW — Michiana Crime Stoppers is seeking tips on a burglary that was reported on Saturday, Sept. 22, at Albertson’s Sport Shop, Warsaw. Several firearms, including long guns and handguns, were stolen. Provide an anonymous tip by calling (800) 342-STOP or (574) 288-STOP. Or, you can report tips online at www.p3tips.com/203.  

WARSAW — Three Warsaw individuals were arrested after breaking into a residence and stealing items. Nathan Scott Dimmock, 32, 413 S. High St., Warsaw, is being charged with burglary, a level 4 felony; theft, a class A misdemeanor; and sentence enhancement theft, a level 6 felony. James Allen Bradley, Jr., 21, 1313 N. CR 525W, …read more.

WARSAW — Democrats in Kosciusko County are fired up for the upcoming election as close to 100 attended the second annual Salute to Service Saturday evening, Sept. 22, at Noa, Noa, Warsaw. The evening focused on recognizing those who have served – the local party and the military. Awards were presented to Jim Townsend, Jeanne …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Community YMCA will celebrate Latino Heritage Month with several events. They will start out with information, fun facts and photos displayed in their lobby, along with Latino music and a dance group performance outside at 5 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 24. Tours will be offered in Spanish at 5:45 p.m. and they …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Due to threatening remarks directed toward Whitko Jr/Sr High School, the decision was made to lock down the school for the safety of all students and staff. The issue was resolved swiftly, in a matter of minutes, and at this time everyone is safe and accounted for. More details will be released …read more.

WARSAW — Two of the five people arrested in a drug sting back in January have received their jail sentences after appearing in Kosciusko County Circuit Court on Monday, Sept. 24. Leyon Joseph Gilliam, 45, 1627 Fisher Ave., Warsaw, pleaded guilty to possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony and carrying a handgun without a …read more.

BOURBON — Triton Elementary School kindergarten and 1st-grade students participated in the Marshall County Promise “Walk into their Future” event held at Ancilla College on Friday, Sept. 21. All kindergarten and 1st-grade students in Marshall County had the opportunity to participate in this annual activity at the two year college located in western Marshall County. …read more.

WARSAW — A Mentone woman had a chance to spend some free time to apply for an alternative to serving a sentence behind bars but was instead remanded to custody after a drug screen revealed alcohol in her system. Taylor Cole Brandon, 20, 2436 South CR 775W, Mentone, pleaded guilty on Aug. 2, to dealing …read more.

BEAVER DAM — A Warsaw woman was pronounced dead at the scene of a two-vehicle collision north of Sevastopol Saturday evening, Sept. 22. Hope Steyn, 21, of Warsaw, died at the scene. Her side of the vehicle received the majority of the impact from the side-impact collision. She was pronounced dead by an official with the …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Upon receiving word that the State of Indiana was awarded a two-year grant of $18.1 million per year from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration for opioid treatment services, Indiana Family and Social Services Administration Secretary Jennifer Walthall, M.D., M.P.H., issued this statement: “These …read more.

WARSAW — Imagine being a kid again. You’re walking to school and all you can think about is lunch. But you’re not contemplating this because you don’t know what’s on the menu. Rather, you’re looking forward to it because that’s the only meal you’ll eat for the day. This is a struggle thousands of Haitian …read more.

WARSAW — Sept. 23 through 29 is National Rail Safety Week, and the City of Warsaw is supporting that national campaign and encouraging residents to reflect on their own habits and make changes to protect their lives and the safety of train crew members. Every three hours in the United States, a person or vehicle …read more.

WINONA LAKE – LCA will host a soccer ‘Pink Out’ night at Grace College on Thursday, Sept. 27.

MILFORD — The Milford Public Library will hold the following events in October. Check Out The Great American Read Time to get reading and help choose America’s favorite book. Choose from 100 iconic novels and vote to select “America’s Best-Loved Novel” with the Great American Read. Explore the full list and vote for your favorite …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster Community Public Library will hold the following events in September. As cool weather approaches, stock up on plenty of reading material at the Friends of the North Webster Library Book Sale from Sept. 27 to 29. The sale will be held in the North Webster Community Center from 8 …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.

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse Public Library has announced upcoming activities for the week of Sept. 24-29. Banned Book Week Celebrations Banned Books Week was launched in the 1980s and books are still being banned and challenged today. A challenge is an attempt to remove or restrict materials, based upon the objections of a person or …read more.

MENTONE — A man and woman were uninjured when their charcoal-colored Dodge Journey left the roadway on SR 19 early Sunday morning, Sept. 23, and severed a utility pole north of Mentone. County dispatchers called Mentone Fire Department personnel and other emergency responders to the scene of a single-vehicle crash at 2:07 a.m. According to …read more.

BEAVER DAM — Several people were hurt, one critically, in a two-vehicle crash several miles south of Sevastopol Saturday night in southern Kosciusko County. Mentone Firefighters and EMS personnel were called by county dispatchers at 7:37 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, to respond to a personal injury accident with possible entrapment. The dispatchers told emergency personnel …read more.

By Amy Man Children’s Services Whether you love the hotter months or not, they are coming to an end for the year of 2018. Science says that the changing of the seasons is inevitable. Some people delight in the thought, while others start plotting how to bypass their coming seasonal depression. Here in Children’s Services …read more.

WARSAW — The annual Kosciusko County Fire Association fish fry wasn’t just an evening to enjoy fish and camaraderie, but also an evening to recognize firefighters with the annual attendance, service and firefighter of the year awards. This was the 72nd annual fish fry for the association. Loren Melton, Etna Green Fire Department, received the …read more.

NAPPANEE — The Nappanee Public Library has announced the following events for Sept. 24-30. Art in the Making — Sept. 25, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (ages 5-12) Kids are invited to dress for a mess. Interested persons can join the library to create non-traditional kitchen table art and paint splatter works of art. Register by …read more.

SYRACUSE — Fall has arrived and the first full week of the season also happens to be homecoming week at Wawasee High School. Homecoming week (Sept. 24-28) includes many student activities throughout the week. Monday is Costume Day and the talent show at 7 p.m. in the auditorium. Tuesday will bring out the retro look …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Incumbent U.S. Rep. Jim Banks will square off with Democrat challenger Courtney Tritch in the November election for Indiana’s Third Congressional District. The district covers all of northeastern Indiana, but stretches into southern Kosciusko County including North Webster and much of Warsaw. Banks, a Republican from Columbia City, currently is completing his first …read more.

INDIANA — The Democrat, incumbent candidate for the U.S. Senate, Joe Donnelly, currently serves on the Armed Services Committee, Banking Committee, Agriculture Committee and the Aging Committee in the U.S. Senate. He was first elected to the Senate in 2012. Mike Braun, Republican candidate for the Senate, was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2014. The election for U.S. Senate will take place Tuesday, Nov. 6.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School recently announced that three students were named National Merit Scholarship semi-finalists. The honorees are Lydia Harrison, daughter of Robert and Sara Harrison of Warsaw; Zachary Morgan, son of Tom and Kimberly Morgan, Winona Lake; and Jarrett Orr, son of Tom and Teresa Orr, Winona Lake. According to Nationalmerit.org, “The National Merit Scholarship Program is an …read more.

  ELKHART/KOSCIUSKO COUNTIES — Three-term Republican U.S. Rep. Jackie Walorski will face a stiff test in November’s general election for Indiana Second Congressional District, in which she will square off with Democrat Mel Hall. The district encompasses several counties in north central Indiana, including the northern and western portions of Kosciusko County. Milford and Syracuse both …read more.