ELKHART/KOSCIUSKO COUNTIES — Incumbent State Rep. Curt Nisly, a Republican from Milford, did not draw an opponent for the November election. Barring something unforeseen, Nisly will return to Indianapolis as the District 22 state representative, which encompasses parts of Elkhart and Kosciusko counties, including all of Milford and most addresses in Syracuse and North …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library is having a book sale in its main lobby. Single titles are $.10 each or 15 books for $1. Story Hour is held at 10 a.m. every Friday. During this event, children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. During Kids & Teens Craft Day at 4 …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.

Today marked the first evening of the Builders Association of Kosciusko-Fulton Counties’ 32nd Homes on Parade, which will continue through to Sunday, Sept. 23. This year’s parade features four local builders: Coplen Construction, Milestone Construction, Renewal Homes and Timber Rock Construction. People turned out in force to tour the homes, three of which are located …read more.

WARSAW —  Warsaw Community High School’s annual homecoming parade was a popular attraction in good weather Friday, Sept. 21, with scores of residents lining streets in western Warsaw. The event consisted of WCHS’s official homecoming court and floats featured the high school’s diverse range of sanctioned clubs and sports. The theme of the event, children’s …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man is facing multiple charges after police say he wielded a hammer while a chasing a woman. Michael Poe, 33, 5871 S. Woodland Lane, Warsaw, is charged with criminal mischief, a class B misdemeanor and invasion of privacy, a class A misdemeanor. According to police, a call came into the Kosciusko …read more.

WARSAW — When officials with organizations such as Child Protective Services or Bowen Center’s Inpatient Unit have reason to believe there are citizens in danger of being hurt, hurting themselves or others, they initiate what is called a welfare check. On Wednesday, such a check resulted in the arrest of four people on drug charges: …read more.

WINONA LAKE — A Winona Lake man faces drug charges after police were called to his home to respond to a possible overdose. Curtis T. Click, 30, 1680 E. CR 225S, No. 32, Winona Lake, is charged with possession of a narcotic, a level 6 felony; obstruction of justice, a level 6 felony and possession …read more.

WARSAW — During the Board of Public Works and Safety meeting held today, Sept. 21, board members agreed to waive stormwater charges for the Shadow Lakes area. Properties in that area have not been billed for stormwater charges due to the recent annexation of Shadow Lakes in May 2018. A software malfunction caused multi-unit properties …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw man was arrested after reportedly beating a female subject. Alex Wayne Montileaux, 24, 2981 W. CR 200S, Warsaw, is being charged with domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor; and domestic battery with prior conviction enhancement, a level 6 felony. On June 14, an officer with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Police Department has received approval to hire Jordan E. Roberts and Justin A. Lewis as probationary patrol officers.  Roberts is a graduate of Leo High School and attended IPFW where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in public affairs. He is a 2013 graduate of the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy. Roberts formerly …read more.

WARSAW — A South Whitley man was sentenced in Kosciusko County Superior Court 1 on Thursday, Sept. 20, for his role in an attempted retaliation between drug dealers, according to the police report. Jeffery John Walker, 23, 106 N. Maple St., South Whitley, was initially charged with dealing and possessing marijuana as well as armed …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College is pleased to announce that poet, educator and New York Times bestselling author Kwame Alexander will visit Grace on Oct. 3 as part of his “Swing” book tour. “Swing” is the newest of 28 books authored by Alexander; others include Newbery medal-winning “The Crossover,” “Rebound” and “Solo.” Mr. Alexander will …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Columbia City man is facing drug charges after police discovered him passed out in his vehicle at a local gas station. Alexander Vladimir Leo, 25, 106 Mulberry St., Columbia City, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony, and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. On Sept. 10, an …read more.

BOURBON — The Triton Distinguished Young Woman Board of Directors are proud to introduce the seven young ladies who will vie for $3,700 in college scholarships and the opportunity to represent the community as the 55th Distinguished Young Woman of Triton. Tickets to the scholarship program, to be held Saturday, Oct. 6, can be purchased …read more.

WARSAW —  Law enforcement officials from Kosciusko, Case and Fulton counties had the opportunity to attend a demonstration of the new B Scan body scanner at the Kosciusko County Jail Thursday, Sept. 20.  Kosciusko County Sheriff William “Rocky” Goshert addressed the Kosciusko County Council in February about the need for a body scanner to detect …read more.

By Commander, Submarine Force Atlantic Public Affairs INDIANA — The Navy’s newest fast-attack submarine, USS Indiana (SSN 789), will be commissioned at the Navy Port at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Port Canaveral, Fla., Sept. 29. It will be the sixteenth Virginia-class submarine to join the fleet.  Indiana will be the third U.S. Navy ship, …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw teenager is being treated like an adult — and not in a good way — based on what court officials say is a pattern of criminal behavior that belies the dependent’s age. Danny Tyler Combs, 17, Warsaw, appeared in Kosciusko County Superior Court 1 on Thursday, Sept. 20, to be sentenced …read more.

INDIANA — Indiana’s lowest-cost natural gas provider, Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC, received a decision from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission to modify its natural gas rates effective Oct. 1. “Maintaining affordable energy costs for customers is essential,” said NIPSCO president Violet Sistovaris. “This balanced outcome allows us to continue to improve service and …read more.

WARSAW — A Milford man was ordered to serve most of a 16-year sentence for a sexual relationship he had with a female who was between the ages of 14 and 16 years old. Dylan James Houser, 22, 513 E. Beer Road, Milford, was charged with two counts of sexual misconduct with a minor. He …read more.

AKRON — The guidance offices for Tippecanoe Valley Middle School and Tippecanoe Valley High School each received a grant from the Northern Indiana Community Foundation, based in Fulton County, to host an inspirational speaker assembly in October. The Community Support Grant in the amount of $1,200 was presented to the schools on Wednesday, Sept, 19. …read more.

WARSAW — The recent announcement by Kroger it was phasing out plastic bags by 2025 put recycling back in the headlines; however, for Tom Ganser and the other employees of the Kosciusko County Recycling Depot, there have been other developments in the world, which may require people to take a closer look at how they …read more.

MISHAWAKA — Bethel College President Gregg A. Chenoweth, Ph.D., announced that on May 6, 2019, the institution will begin operating under a new name, Bethel University. The decision for the name change was made by Bethel’s Board of Trustees at their spring 2018 meeting. Randy Lehman, Chairman of the Board of Trustees and a Bethel …read more.

SYRACUSE — A Huntertown man was arrested for drug charges after officers completed a welfare check. Dilraj Maan, 25, 12515 Niblick Landing, Huntertown, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; possession of a syringe, a level 6 felony; and false identity statement, a class A misdemeanor. On Sept. 18, an officer …read more.

SYRACUSE — The newest models of pontoon boats from manufacturers in Indiana and Michigan were brought to Lake Wawasee earlier this week for the annual Pontoon & Deck Boat magazine boat test. The testing took place at Oakwood Resort Monday through Wednesday. Brady L. Kay, executive editor of the magazine, reported 25 pontoon boats and …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College Homecoming will take place on Oct. 5 and 6. The weekend is designed for alumni, students and families to reconnect with friends, tour campus, enjoy entertainment, competition and more. For the complete event schedule and to register, visit the Grace College website. “The focus of the weekend is to honor …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Warsaw Community Schools Chief Financial Officer Dr. Brandon Penrod will soon put away his calculator in order to head up the Whitko Community Schools as its new superintendent, beginning next month. Penrod, 41, currently lives north of Fort Wayne and is married to Michelle with six sons. He is a 1995 graduate …read more.

WARSAW — At the Warsaw Parks and Recreation board meeting Tuesday, Sept. 18, Warsaw Parks Superintendent Larry Plummer informed board members that the iStrike Lightning Detection System should arrive sometime within the next week. At the June board meeting, Plummer announced that the parks department received a grant in the amount of $19,992 from the Kosciusko …read more.

AKRON — Tippecanoe Valley High School will be the host site for a scholarship fundraising dinner on Saturday, Sept. 29 to benefit the Rita Price – Bill Patrick Scholarship Award Fund, a component fund at Kosciusko County Community Foundation. This scholarship will be available to TVHS students. The public is invited. There is no admission price …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Decades ago Jim Folsom felt the call to become a full-time man of the cloth. But a funny thing happened on the way to the pastorate. In 1977 he enrolled in Grace College, graduating in 1981 with a double major in the Bible and biblical languages. He proceeded immediately to the campus seminary …read more.

WARSAW — Titus Funeral Home has announced they are hosting a pizza and pre-planning event where members of the community are invited to come and learn about funeral pre-planning while enjoying free pizza. The event, intentionally casual and informal, is open to anyone who has questions about funeral planning. The staff of Titus will present …read more.

CLAYPOOL — Business at the Claypool Town Council meeting Tuesday, Sept. 18, focused on a water treatment system and new in-car and body cameras for Claypool police officers. Jeff Hersha, associate and project manager for Jones and Henry Engineers, Ltd., Fort Wayne, was present at the meeting. The work on the water, or lagoon, treatment system …read more.

PLYMOUTH — Jeffery Lee Yakimicki, Warsaw, was flown to South Bend Memorial Hospital following an accident at 12:19 a.m. today, Wednesday, Sept. 19, in the 16700 block of Ninth Road, Plymouth. Marshall County Sheriff’s Department reports Yakimicki was westbound on Ninth Road, when he lost control of his 1996 Ford pickup truck. The truck hit …read more.

  SYRACUSE — Syracuse Town Council approved spending $59,463 for a new chlorine system to be installed at the wastewater plant during its regular monthly meeting Tuesday night, Sept. 18. The cost includes new computer, software, electrical wiring and purchasing chlorine bleach. Installation is to be completed by the end of the year. Robin Merchant, public …read more.

By Adam Heckaman, TVSC School Board President AKRON — In 1975, the Tippecanoe Valley community began a transformation that led us to where we are today.  We have faced many challenges and experienced much success. Most importantly, we have consistently risen to each occasion presented, and have grown as a school corporation and community. Most …read more.

PLYMOUTH — Laurie A. Hayn, 64, was flown to Memorial Hospital, South Bend, after she was run over by a combine. The mishap occurred in a cornfield south of 12447 Peach Road, around 3:13 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 18. According to a release by the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department, when emergency personnel arrived it was discovered …read more.

SYRACUSE — Ken Troutman and Cody Leer were introduced to the Syracuse Town Council at the start of its regular monthly meeting Tuesday night, Sept. 18. Troutman is the new ordinance enforcement officer. He has 30 years experience in construction and has done several mission trips involving building projects in the past. Leer was sworn in …read more.

WINONA LAKE — As the town board of Winona Lake considered the 2019 proposed budget one month prior to final adoption, one department found itself at odds with the town’s main holder of the purse strings over the subject of fund transfers. Paige Sansone of Umbaugh & Associates discussed Winona Lake’s proposed 2019 and lauded …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Last year, the city of Warsaw ran an immensely successful crowdfunding campaign for the Warsaw Alley. Its goal was $50,000 in order to receive a $50,000 matching grant from the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority. Well, not only did it meet its goal – it exceeded it. With the support of 144 donors, …read more.

MILFORD — Todd A. Wilson, 36, North SR 19 No. 20, Etna Green, sustained several injuries, including a fracture/dislocation to his knee/lower leg after his vehicle crashed into a tree on CR 1350N. The accident was at 9:18 p.m. east of North CR 200W, near Milford. Wilson was flown by Lutheran Air to Lutheran Hospital, Fort …read more.

CROMWELL — Following several heated discussions between members of the public and board representatives, the Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District board began Monday evening’s meeting with an outline of rules. Last month, one public member presented Indiana code allowing the public comments to continue indefinitely without advance notice at the start of the meeting. Monday …read more.

SYRACUSE — Only about a month into the school year next summer’s school renovation projects are already being planned. During the regular monthly meeting of the Wawasee School Board Tuesday evening, Sept. 18, in Syracuse, the board approved resolutions for projects to proceed in three different categories. Those categories are renovation, solar and safety, security …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Solid Waste Management District discussed a sticker system and student education during its meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 18. The district approved a sticker system that will be used for televisions and appliances left next to trash bins for pick-up. The stickers will be placed on electrical items that can be recycled …read more.

WARSAW — Exciting things are happening in the kindergarten hallway at Leesburg Elementary School. This school year marks the first year the Spanish Dual Language Immersion Program is being implemented into the building. Visitors who would walk down the hallway, couldn’t help but hear students counting and singing not just in English, but in Spanish …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wade Tharp, archaeologist with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology, will be giving the presentation, “Archaeology in Your Community.” The event is free and open to the public. It will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, in the Syracuse Community Center Kiwanis Room, 1013 N. …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Town Council was visited by three people asking questions about a variety of town issues. Representing the North Webster American Legion Post 253 were the Legion’s CFO Don Coverstone and Tracey Sleighter, general manager. Local resident Larry Kinsey was following up on issues he brought to the council last month. …read more.

MILFORD — The driver, and lone occupant of a Chrylser, was air lifted by Lutheran Air to Fort Wayne Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne, following a one-vehicle crash tonight. The accident was reported at 9:21 p.m. on CR 1350N, east of CR 200W. The driver of the vehicle appeared to have lost control of the vehicle …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Elementary School will be having its sixth annual PTO Walk-A-Thon Friday, Sept. 21. All of the money raised by the students will be used for the walking trail and playground enhancements. Students will walk with their class around the paved trail and stop at fun stations. Teachers and staff participate …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools’ Board of Trustees was grateful for a pair of grants presented to the school corporation Monday, Sept. 17 and heard an update on the progress of the school’s in-house child care program. But the highlight of the meeting was an attempted jailbreak by a winged creature that is an adopted …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Police Department, along with other law enforcement agencies in Elkhart and Kosciusko counties, are beginning to receive reports from victims of fraud from their Interra accounts. Syracuse Police have received seven reports at this point from victims who have found roughly $500 plus a fee, withdrawn from their Interra accounts from ATMs …read more.

WASHINGTON D.C. — U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Joe Donnelly (D-Ind.) today. Tuesday, Sept. 18, announced the Senate Foreign Relations Committee voted unanimously to advance the nomination of Kip Tom of Leesburg. Tom is nominated to be Ambassador and U.S. Representative to the United Nations Agencies for Food and Agriculture. His nomination now heads …read more.

WARSAW — Eight-week classes at Ivy Tech Community College Warsaw start Oct. 15. These classes offer the same material as traditional 16-week classes, but in half the time. Students can choose from a variety of subjects including accounting, agriculture, aviation, biology, business, computer technology, criminal justice, English, healthcare, hospitality administration, mathematics, paralegal studies, student success, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO —   Kosciusko County Coroner Tony Ciriello requested permission to move forward with a mutual aid agreement at the Kosciusko Commissioners meeting held Tuesday, Sept. 18. According to Ciriello, the agreement is with Laporte and St. Joseph counties for manpower and equipment through the coroner’s office in case of a mass casualty incident or …read more.

WARSAW — A former clergyman who served in Warsaw has been included in a list of names of clergy who’ve been credibly accused of sexual abuse of a minor. The list was provided today, Sept. 18, by The Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. Richard Stieglitz served at Sacred Heart Parish, Warsaw, in 1983. The Diocese of …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Grace College literature, language and communication department is pleased to welcome Marjorie Maddox, professor of English and creative writing at Lock Haven University, to campus this fall. An award-winning poet who has authored 11 collections of poetry and hundreds of short stories and essays, Maddox will read from her published works and …read more.

SYRACUSE — Johnny A. Eppert, 30, North CR 750W, Larwill, was airlifted to a Fort Wayne Hospital following a motorcycle accident Friday, Sept. 14. The accident occurred at 4:50 p.m. on South Huntington Street, 150 feet south of East Pickwick Drive, Syracuse. Eppert suffered a fracture/dislocation to the elbow/lower arm. He was thrown from his …read more.

WARSAW — A local landlord is facing code violations on three separate apartment buildings within the Warsaw city limits. The landlord attended the code enforcement hearing held today, Sept. 18. Ralph Fitch, Larwill, owns the properties located at 214 N. Ft. Wayne St., 500 Chinworth Court and 1503 Green Hill Drive. All of these properties are set up …read more.

WARSAW – The Sharp Shooter Challenge will take place Oct. 1, designed to help raise money for Feed My Starving Children.

KOSCIUSKO — The 34th annual Kosciusko CROP Hunger Walk will be held on Sunday, Sept. 30, at The Salvation Army, 501 E. Arthur St., Warsaw. Two walk routes are available with the longest being around 5K, including the Beyer Farm Trail. Registration is at 1 p.m. and the walk begins after a time of prayer …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A South Bend man was recently arrested after stealing a pickup truck from a local auto repair shop. Coty Michael Haynes, 27, 1412 Carroll St., South Bend, was booked for auto theft. Bond: $5,750 surety and cash. is being charged with auto theft, a level 6 felony. On Aug. 22, an officer with …read more.

MILFORD — The Banana Slug String Band, an internationally renown environmental education band, is performing at Camp Mack in Milford at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29. The band has been together for over 25 years, singing about how to take care of the earth with songs like “Dirt Made My Lunch,” “Water Cycle Boogie,” “No …read more.

Jeffrey Rowe, of Umbaugh & Associates, explains the cost of service study. WARSAW — The Warsaw Common Council got the first look at the cost of service study, which included the projected sewage rate increase, during the meeting held last night, Sept. 17. Warsaw Mayor Joseph Thallemer explained that the city received the draft of the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Ray and Jan Monteith built their family and business legacy in Warsaw, but that legacy almost never happened, all because Jan didn’t know how to dance. Both Ray and Jan attended Macalester College in St. Paul, Minn. At their first college social dance, Ray asked Jan to dance three times and each time …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Decorated U.S. Army veteran and pro-life advocate Lt.Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykin spoke to a small gathering at Grace College’s Westminster Hall on Monday, Sept. 17, at a leadership luncheon co-sponsored by the college and Right to Life of North Central Indiana. Boykin was introduced by local veteran and director of the Greater …read more.

MILFORD — A Milford man was arrested after allegedly hitting a female, causing her to sustain a fractured rib. Cory Michale Cole, 19, 602 W. Section St. 212, Milford, is being charged with battery resulting in moderate bodily injury, a level 6 felony; and battery, a class B misdemeanor. On Monday, Aug. 27, an officer …read more.

NEW PARIS — A man and woman from Cromwell were injured in a head on crash Friday evening on US 6, west of CR 11, New Paris. The accident was at 11:33 p.m. Marvin Whitacre, 48, Cromwell, and Jenice Whitacre, 58, Cromwell, were both transported to Elkhart General Hospital following the crash. Marvin Whitacre complained …read more.

WARSAW — At 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 21, Warsaw Community High School will host its annual homecoming parade. The event will consist of WCHS’s official homecoming court and floats, featuring the high school’s diverse range of sanctioned clubs and sports. The theme of the event, children’s TV shows, promises to be entertaining for children and …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman was arrested after creating a merchandise credit card for a customer and using it to purchase items from Menards. Perla Joceline Ayala, 22, 3762 E. Old Road 30 685, Warsaw, is being charged with two counts of theft. On July 11, an officer with the Warsaw Police Department was dispatched …read more.

WARSAW — Two semi-trucks were involved in a four-vehicle accident on US 30 today, Sept. 17. The accident occurred at the intersection of US 30 and Parker Street, Warsaw, around 1:40 p.m. A Honda Pilot and Chevy Traverse suffered from rear-end damage. One semi-truck had minor front-end damage while the other semi-truck had minimal damage. Lutheran …read more.

WINONA LAKE — This fall, Grace College welcomes four new faculty members to campus: Dr. Lindsey Richter, assistant professor of modern languages (French), Dr. Tyler Scott, assistant professor of physics, Mr. Tobias Forshtay, instructor of agribusiness and Ms. Erica Elliott, instructor of digital marketing. Richter holds a Ph.D. in French from Princeton University. She earned …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw man was sentenced in Kosciusko Circuit Court Monday, Sept. 17, on charges related to a robbery at a gas station in Warsaw.  James Ray Loftis, 36, 512 W. Center St., Warsaw, pleaded guilty to robbery, a level 5 felony. According to the affidavit of probable cause, at 5:31 a.m. Friday, Jan. …read more.

By Darla McCammon Have you visited downtown Warsaw on one of its popular First Friday events? Oct. 5 is the First Friday of the month and Paula Bowman, who manages these events, has an especially memorable First Friday planned for your enjoyment this year. She is calling all artists and crafts people to help with …read more.

WARSAW – Some new faces and representation should help bolster this year’s Freaky Friday 5K.

KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw man is facing drug charges after a witness reported they saw a gun being handled inside a vehicle. The police responded and discovered drugs. Brett Alan Reffitt, 29, 720 Wexford Plaza, Warsaw, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony;  and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. …read more.

WABASH —LeAnn Rimes, internationally multiplatinum-selling acclaimed singer and ASCAP award-winning songwriter, will be at the Honeywell Center at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12. Corporate sponsorship is provided by First Merchants Bank. Tickets are $35, $45 and $75. Rimes became a country sensation at the age of 13 with the release of the album “Blue,” which …read more.

SOUTH BEND — The ex-wife of Warsaw’s former street superintendent continues to make headlines for her role in a kickback scheme that police say defrauded the City of Warsaw out of tens of thousands of dollars. Mildred L. Francis, 60, 317 W. Smith St., Warsaw, was sued in U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of Indiana, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Bourbon man was arrested after he received payment for yard work from a local couple but never completed the work. Eugene R. Gregory, 50, 120 N. Main St. Bourbon, is being charged with home improvement fraud, a level 6 felony. On Aug. 22, an officer with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department met with …read more.

WINONA LAKE — A community worship night event will be held at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, at the Winona Lake Heritage Room, located at 901 Park Ave., Winona Lake. Guest worship artist Dion Davis will be leading the event. Davis is a Miami born and Atlanta raised worship artist/songwriter passionate about ushering in the presence …read more.

MILFORD — Get a library card this September and gain access to hundreds of books, audiobooks, DVDs, CDs, and more at Milford Public Library. A library card is one of the most cost-effective back-to-school supplies available. Library Card Sign-Up Month is a time to highlight the supportive role libraries and librarians play in transforming lives …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 — The Nappanee Public Library has announced the following events for Sept. 16 to 23. Jim Gill Concert — Sept. 16, 2 to 3 p.m. (all ages) As part of the National Campaign for Play Tour, musician Jim Gill will be in concert at Leadership Parking Lot, during the Nappanee Apple Festival. Recipe Swap …read more.

  NAPPANEE — Weather at the 43rd annual Nappanee Apple Festival didn’t disappoint those who were hoping for a continuation of summer temperatures. The event, which draws thousands of visitors to the small city in southwest Elkhart County, often is tormented by extraordinary weather patterns, including driving rain and unseasonably cold thermometer readings. This year, …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Looking for a fun learning activity for your preschooler? Bring them to Preschool Story Time at North Webster Community Public Library at 10:30 or 11:30 a.m. every Wednesday starting Sept. 19 through Nov. 7. Children ages three to six will have fun learning about zoo animals through stories, finger plays, songs and …read more.

WARSAW — The Lincolnway Cubmobile was held Saturday, Sept. 15, in downtown Warsaw.  The race was held on Main and Indiana streets.  The event has scouts from throughout northeast Indiana competing one-on-one in homemade race cars, vying for first place in six classes, including featherweight, bantam, middle weight, fly weight, heavyweight and unlimited. Boys and girls in grades 1-5 were …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library is having a book sale in its main lobby and single titles are 10 cents each or 15 books for $1. Story Hour is held at 10 a.m. every Friday. During Story Hour, children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. For anyone who hasn’t heard of …read more.

PIERCETON — A rededication ceremony was held at the Masonic Lodge in Pierceton Saturday, Sept.15. The Masonic Lodge 377, located on 1st Street, is celebrating its 150th year of service to the community. Indiana Grand Master of Masons Carl E. Culmann  and Grand Lodge officers presided over the rededication ceremony.  The current Masonic Lodge building …read more.

By Melissa Chapman Cataloging Supervisor WARSAW — Sept. 18 is “Read An eBook Day.” For those who are wondering what an eBook is, it is a book in electronic format. When borrowed or purchased, eBooks are downloaded to a reading device, such as a laptop, tablet, smartphone, etc. Some digital books are available free of …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.

  SYRACUSE — A motorcyclist, who was riding a Yamaha motorcycle, was airlifted to a Fort Wayne hospital late this afternoon with non-life threatening injuries after being struck by a Ford Escape. The accident occurred on SR 13 in front of Newmarket Grocery. The driver of the Escape exited the parking lot of the grocery …read more.

WARSAW — The Beaman Home is humbled by the generosity of the community and the support of many businesses have provided over the years. One of the most active business partners for The Beaman Home is Wildman Business Group. One of the core values of Wildman Business Group is the responsibility to give back to …read more.

WARSAW — Ivy Tech Community College hosted approximately 125 Latino students at its Warsaw campus on Friday, Sept. 14, during the Picture Yourself at Ivy Tech event, designed to promote the school to high school students who may still be undecided about their future after graduation. Allyn Decker, vice chancellor at the Warsaw campus greeted …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Town of Winona Lake has started the process of creating its first comprehensive plan, Imagine Winona Lake 2030 Comprehensive Plan. This plan will serve as the town’s guiding policy document to engage its community in developing a long-term vision, addressing community challenges and creating solutions that offer better choices for where …read more.

WARSAW — A Fort Wayne man was arrested after making plans to deal methamphetamine in Warsaw. Nicholas John Himes, 40, 2737 N. Washington Center Road, Fort Wayne, is being charged with dealing in methamphetamine, a level 4 felony; possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. On Aug. …read more.

SYRACUSE — Brittany M. Hendrix, 33, Worthington Street, Portage, was transported to Kosciusko Community Hospital with neck and back pain following a three-vehicle collision this afternoon Friday, Sept. 14. The accident occurred at approximately 1:35 p.m. at Bowser Road and CR 300E. Hendrix was westbound on Bowser Road, in a Buick Century, making a left …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — South Whitley Elementary School recently received a welcome gift from several Whitko Community School alums who set out to help students in need. Dan Cochran and Scott Rupert, along with their local motorcycle group, Jingoes Motorcycle Club, visited the school and presented Principal Bryan Emmert with 21 backpacks they had collected for …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Business at the Kosciusko County Redevelopment Commission quarterly meeting held Thursday, Sept. 13, focused on TIF district updates and 2019 meeting dates. To start the meeting, Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation President George Robertson delivered remarks on housing, including how student loan debt greatly affects millennials who are looking for an affordable place to …read more.

WARSAW — Lutheran Health Network KCH will host a Peripheral Neuropathy Support Group the last Wednesday of each month. The first meet and greet will be from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 26, in the KCH Boardroom. The boardroom is located on the West side of KCH off of Provident Drive. The goal is …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Council approved a grant request from County Highway Superintendent Scott Tilden on Thursday, Sept. 13 that, if received from the Indiana Department of Transportation, could ease traffic issues at a railroad crossing in Milford. “It’s called the Local Trax Rail Overpass Program, that was enacted by House Bill 1002,” said …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Have a home improvement project that you just can’t seem to get done or something that you’ve wanted to do but have no idea where to begin? If that’s you, don’t miss out on a great opportunity to get your next project started with confidence. In an effort to support the local community, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw woman was sentenced in Kosciusko Superior Court Thursday, Sept. 13, on charges related to a shooting. Jennifer Lynn Hollar, 35, 331 N. Park Ave., Warsaw, pleaded guilty to criminal recklessness armed with a deadly weapon, a level 6 felony. Around 1 a.m. on Oct. 16, 2017, an officer with the Warsaw …read more.