WARSAW — J.B.’s Furniture is offering an unprecedented 60 months interest free financing on the entire line of Tempurpedic Mattresses and adjustable bases. J.B.’s Furniture on Center St in Warsaw boasts one of the largest selections of Tempurpedic Mattresses in the state of Indiana, and now for a limited time you can get up to …read more.

WARSAW — Both legislative branches of Kosciusko County government sent a message to the planners for a new sewer district Thursday night, Nov. 8 — “Get your ducks in a row, then come back and see us.” In a joint meeting of the Kosciusko County Council and the Kosciusko County Commissioners, representatives from both panels …read more.

WARSAW — The American Legion started its centennial year in August 2018. Post 49 of Warsaw is not far behind. Next year the post will celebrate both the national organization’s and its own 100th birthday. Post 49 was established in 1919 and has made its home since 1950 in the sprawling two-story brick building on the …read more.

WARSAW – Stonehenge Country Club announced it will close Nov. 17 and not reopen.

KOSCIUSKO — Veterans Day, Sunday, Nov. 11, is an opportunity for Americans to thank all of the men and women who have bravely served our country. There are a variety of ways to honor our veterans, like attending a local Veterans Day event or donating to a charity supporting veterans. Another way to assist Hoosier veterans …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — In observance of Veterans Day, offices for the city of Warsaw will be closed Monday, Nov. 12.  Monday’s trash route will be serviced Tuesday, Nov. 13. All other routes will remain the same. Town of Winona Lake offices will be closed on Monday, Nov. 12, in observance of Veterans Day.  Regular trash pick-up days, …read more.

SYRACUSE — This year Wawasee High School Key Club will be holding its annual non-perishable food drive, Stuff The Bus, during the week of Nov. 12-17. The goal is to stuff the bus full of food that will be donated to the Syracuse, North Webster, and Milford food pantries. The bus will be at the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — At the Altrusa Club’s Nov. 1, meeting, Alyx Bates, director of operations for Heartline Pregnancy Center, shared information about the programs provided by that organization, located at the K21 Health Pavilion near the KCH. For 39 years the organization has served the community and now boasts seven employees. In addition to determining viable …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw man was arrested after strangling a female. Spenser Wayne Shoemaker, 28, 202 S. Sherman St., Warsaw, is being charged with strangulation. On Oct. 18, an officer with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded to a domestic abuse complaint at a residence. According to the affidavit of probable cause, a female subject …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — All veterans are invited to attend the annual Veterans Day celebrations at Whitko Community Schools. Whitko will host programming at all three of its locations — Pierceton Elementary School, South Whitley Elementary School, and Whitko Jr.-Sr. High School. Students have been preparing for weeks, learning the significance of the American flag, what …read more.

TURKEY CREEK TOWNSHIP — Republicans swept the field in Turkey Creek Township for township trustee and township advisory board during the election. Republican Julie Close won 67.51 percent of the vote against her Democratic challenger Martha Stoelting, who received 32.49 percent of the vote with 2,942. Close received 1986 votes while Stoelting received 956 votes. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — In an effort to reduce duplication and stretch resources, The Salvation Army will once again serve as the “Clearing House” for Christmas assistance in Kosciusko County. Organizations, churches, schools and businesses are encouraged to check who they are assisting with the list The Salvation Army maintains. “We are able to provide this service …read more.

MILFORD — A Milford resident has filed a civil tort claim against Milford Police Lt. Timothy Miller and the town of Milford over its “unconstitutionally vague and overbroad local noise ordinance, in violation of his fourth, first and 14th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution.” He is also claiming unlawful search and seizure, and trespassing. The …read more.

WINONA LAKE — A swimmer by trade, Ann Barker has been staying active since her time growing up in Bluffton. After moving to Pierceton in 1994, and later to Winona Lake where she now resides, her activity levels began to increase. At this time her interest in cycling was reserved primarily for triathlon training. However, once she met Todd Snyder in 2015, that all changed.

FORT WAYNE — For the fifth year in a row, Parkview Health has been recognized as one of the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives HealthCare’s Most Wired health systems. One of only five in the state, the recognition honors organizations that have established best practices and promote the strategic use of healthcare information technology …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — An Elkhart woman was arrested after biting and hitting a female. Janelle Lynn Hall, 28, 1630 Superior St., Elkhart, is being charged with domestic battery resulting in moderate bodily injury, a level 6 felony, and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. On Oct. 2, an officer with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department was …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools’ middle school band, choir and orchestra departments will present their Veterans Day concerts at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 8, in the Lakeview Middle School gymnasium. The concerts will feature the Edgewood Middle School and Lakeview Middle School advanced bands, combined choirs and intermezzo orchestras. The bands …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Community Center saw a brisk start to voting on Tuesday, Nov. 6, with well over 150 voters that created a 15 minute wait. According to Mark Grady, that has been typically unheard of. Grady continued to comment there were first time poll workers and people had been voting quickly, which …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory meeting originally scheduled for yesterday, Nov. 6, had to be rescheduled when a quorum wasn’t reached. With five voting board members, three must be present for the meeting to occur. Only board members Mike Klondaris and Gordon Nash were present. Warsaw Mayor Joseph Thallemer, Shiela Burner, and Joe Streeter were …read more.

WARSAW — State Road 15 is poised for development of some type especially between the north end of Warsaw and Leesburg. A few years ago a special overlay district was created to regulate the development fronting and near SR 15. During the regular monthly meeting of the Kosciusko County Area Planning Commission Wednesday afternoon, Nov. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The 97th annual Christmas campaign will begin Friday, Nov. 23. The annual bell ringing drawing was recently held by service club representatives at Cox Studio. The clubs drew for which Saturday they will ring at the main locations of Wal-Mart and K-Mart. To sign up to ring the bell for The Salvation Army, …read more.

WARSAW — A sea of ball caps, emblazoned with all branches of the U.S. military and representing the past six decades, were seen throughout the Center Lake Pavilion on Wednesday, Nov. 7 as local veterans converged on the venue for the annual Military Veteran Stand Down, sponsored by Goodwill Industries. Veterans were asked to bring …read more.

WARSAW — At College 101, area high school students and parents can learn about being a student at Ivy Tech Warsaw. Attendees can tour campus and learn about degree and certificate programs, dual credit pathways and dual enrolled course options, scholarships and financial aid, applying for college and more. Learn more on the College 101 …read more.

WARSAW — Several local school board elections were contested in the 2018 Mid-term elections, while many seats were available unopposed. In South Whitley, Whitko School Corporation Board President Jorell Tucker was defeated by challenger Scott Werstler. In Akron, the Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation’s board of school trustees will have several new faces beginning next year …read more.

GOSHEN — Speaking to your loved one about the end of life decisions can be difficult. However, these sensitive subjects shouldn’t be avoided. The event is held from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 10, at Goshen Health. This event will provide caregivers insight on available options, education and resources about: Legal Finances, …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Council will soon have a new face in its ranks following the  mid-term elections held nationwide on Tuesday, Nov. 6. Republican Michael Long ran unopposed in District 2 for the seat being vacated by Tom Anglin. He joins Republican incumbent Doug Heinisch from District 1 as two candidates running without …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Hoosier Republicans throughout Kosciusko County and the state made history Tuesday with the election of Republican candidates in contested races. The highly watched U.S. Senate race in Indiana saw Mike Braun defeating incumbent Joe Donnelly, with Braun receiving 969,031 votes (53.4 percent) of the votes statewide. Braun won 80 of the state’s 92 …read more.

WARSAW — Titus Funeral Home announced this week that Sara Curtis has joined its team as administrative assistant. Curtis will be responsible for running the day-to-day operations of the funeral home’s front office. Her duties include greeting visitors to the funeral home in addition to organizing and maintaining funeral-related records. Her extensive, focused background includes …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The position of Wayne Township Trustee was one of the most highly-contest local races for this midterm election. But Republican voters came out in droves and successfully elected Jeanie Stackhouse to the office. Stackhouse earned 6,927 votes, while her Democratic opponent Shari Benyousky earned 2,577. Stackhouse has lived most of her adult life in Warsaw. She has …read more.

SYRACUSE — Though she did not get the most votes in her own township, incumbent Mary Lou Dixon was still reelected to the Wawasee School Board representing District 2 during Election Day Tuesday, Nov. 6. Her overall margin of victory was only 126 votes as she had 2,132 votes corporation wide with challenger William “Bill” …read more.

WARSAW — The bell at the Kosciusko County Courthouse will toll at 11 a.m. on Veterans Day, Sunday, Nov. 11. The event will join a tolling of bells across the country called, “Bells of Peace: A World War I Remembrance.”  The National tolling of bells honors those who served in the Great War.  This event is …read more.

WARSAW —  With all precincts left to be counted, the voter turnout is at 51.76 percent. The final precinct ballots arrived at the Justice Building at 8:30 p.m. Final results are: United States Senator Mike Braun, Republican — 18,545 Joe Donnelly, Democrat — 6,799 Lucy M. Brenton, Libertarian — 1,020 Write-in — 1 Secretary of …read more.

WARSAW —  With just five precincts left to be counted, the voter turnout is at 48.57 percent. Results are: United States Senator Mike Braun, Republican — 17,454 Joe Donnelly, Democrat — 6,340 Lucy M. Brenton, Libertarian — 941 Write-in — 1 Secretary of State Connie Lawson, Republican — 18,638 Jim Harper, Democrat — 5,055 Mark …read more.

WARSAW —  With the Justice Building crowd starting to slim, the voter turnout is at 41.84 percent, higher than the 2014 midterm election totals. There have been 49 precincts reported in. Results are: United States Senator Mike Braun, Republican — 14,914 Joe Donnelly, Democrat — 5,579 Lucy M. Brenton, Libertarian — 819 Write-in — 1 …read more.

WARSAW —  Voter turnout as of 7:25 p.m. is at 31.20 percent which is just shy of the total percentage for the last midterm election in 2014, with only 30 precincts reporting in. Results are: United States Senator Mike Braun, Republican — 11,039 Joe Donnelly, Democrat — 4,244 Lucy M. Brenton, Libertarian — 601 Write-in …read more.

WARSAW —  A steady stream of precinct poll workers filled the Justice Building by 7 p.m. The first set of election day vote results, with 16 of 69 precincts reporting in showing a 20.89 percent turnout. Results are: United States Senator Mike Braun, Republican — 7,252 Joe Donnelly, Democrat — 2,985 Lucy M. Brenton, Libertarian …read more.

WARSAW — The polls closed at 6 p.m. with the first precinct, Warsaw Ward 4-3 bringing in their results to the Kosciusko County Justice Building at approximately 6:25 p.m. The absentee ballots were the first to be counted. There were 4,740 absentee ballots or early votes cast this year, down from the number of early …read more.

MENTONE — “We really appreciate the community coming together on this tragedy that we’ve had,” said Mentone Town Board member Tim Croy at Monday night’s regular meeting of the three-person panel. “To me, we’re fortunate to live in the community that we’re in.” Croy referred to the accident Oct. 30 west of Talma that killed …read more.

FORT WAYNE — The Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend has added the name of Gerald Funcheon, who was a member of the Crosier Congregation, not a diocesan priest, to the list of those priests credibly accused of abuse of a minor. Funcheon has been added to the Diocese list of those credibly accused of at least …read more.

MILFORD — As America prepares to honor its veterans on Sunday, one our nation’s oldest allies came to Milford to bestow one of its highest honors on a member of the greatest generation. On Monday, dozens of people crowded into the Milford Community Building to witness Dan Levernier receive the French Legion of Honor Medal for …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Lakeland Christian Academy’s theatre department presents “Little Women: A Play in Three Acts!” by John Ravold. Performances are at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 16, and at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 17. This adaptation is a dramatization in one set of Louisa M. Alcott’s novel, “Little Women,” a story that never will grow …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Voter turnout Tuesday, Nov. 6, appears to be strong according to early reports. “It’s been very, very busy,” said Patti Yarian, an inspector for Wayne Township 5th and 11th precincts at New Life Christian Church, Warsaw. “Much busier than normal.” “We’ve been real busy, but now it’s slowed down. This is the slowest …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District-sponsored Kosciusko Indiana Master Naturalists recently graduated its 2018 class, according to Darci Zolman, SWCD Program Director.  Of the 19 participants, 16 completed the required 24 hours of classroom/field work and passed the test with 70 percent or better.  Six members have also fulfilled the mandatory 24 …read more.

WARSAW — The majority of the Warsaw Redevelopment Commission held yesterday, Nov. 5, was spent discussing TIF districts. Warsaw City Planner Jeremy Skinner presented a public hearing on the impact TIF districts have in Warsaw. He explained that Tax Increment Financing districts are created as a means to finance economic development projects by capturing the tax increment …read more.

WARSAW — WishBone Medical, Inc. and Red Star Contract Manufacturing have teamed up to provide sterile packaging and plastic injection molded single-use instrument capabilities for their pediatric orthopedic market. WishBone Medical is committed to providing anatomically appropriate innovative implants and instruments in sterile packed, single-use, disposable kits for their surgeons, hospitals, and customers worldwide. Red …read more.

WARSAW — Examples of how the proposed sewer rate would affect different customers were shared during the Warsaw Common Council meeting held last night, Nov. 5. Some small businesses could see a sewer bill increase of up to 51 percent. For this second phase of the rate increase, the city decided to switch to a …read more.

WARSAW — Looking for a unique gift for an educator this holiday season to show your appreciation for their work in the classroom, on the field or court and at after-school activities? The Warsaw Education Foundation will provide you the opportunity to recognize your special educator with an Honor an Educator tribute package for the holidays. The …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee’s robotics team won the excellence award, robotics skills champion, tournament championship and qualified two teams for state in the season’s first tourney at Walker Career Center in Indianapolis Saturday, Nov. 3. “Winning the big three awards and earning two state qualifying spots is good start to the season,” said Jed Wandland, head …read more.

WARSAW — Leaders from both the city of Warsaw and Kosciusko County joined prominent members of local business and representatives of academia at the Warsaw campus of Ivy Tech Community College Monday afternoon, Nov. 5, to celebrate progress made in an area of land surrounding the college, which has been earmarked for the area’s growing …read more.

WARSAW — Goodwill will host a military stand down from noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 7, at the Center Lake Pavilion, 119 E. Canal St., Warsaw. Disabled Veterans National Foundation will give away clothing, shoes, blankets, care kits and more at the event. During the Vietnam War, a stand down was a time away …read more.

CROMWELL — A Cromwell man is facing charges for his involvement in a string of burglaries that occurred in August.  Chandler Michael Hyndman, 22, 1833 North SR 5, Cromwell, is being charged with three counts of burglary, level 4 felonies; and two counts of theft, level 6 felonies.  According to the affidavit of probable cause, …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Kosciusko County nonprofit Grace Village Retirement Community announced this week that it is nearing its fundraising goal for a new resident care center for its healthcare facility. The resident care center will serve as a central hub from which nursing staff, physicians and therapists can serve the needs of patients in the …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Bring your quarters and participate in the North Webster American Legion Post 253 Paddle Auction. The auction will be at the Legion, on the south edge of North Webster on SR 13 Saturday, Nov. 10. Doors open at noon and the auction starts at 1 p.m. Pre-sale tickets are $5 or $7 …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Voting locations for the Nov. 6 election have been established and announced by Kosciusko County Auditor Michelle Puckett. The locations are designated by the county commissioners. Local voters will be voting at the following locations: Clay Township All precincts, 1st and 2nd, will vote at Claypool Lions building, 205 W. Calhoun St. …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — MutualBank introduces its newest loan counselor, Kim Bolt. As a long-term, lake-area resident and a banker for more than 25 years, 22 with MutualBank, Bolt served North Webster clients in multiple roles. She joined the Mutual family as teller, progressing to relationship banker, service manager and Financial Center manager. Today, as loan …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested after police responded to a reported drug overdose. Quincy Akeem Jenkins, 25, 3457 W. CR 100S, Warsaw, is charged with possession of a syringe, a level 6 felony; possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony and possession of a narcotic drug, a level 6 felony. He was booked …read more.

FULTON COUNTY — The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office released a statement Saturday, Nov. 3, asking the public not to threaten individuals involved in the deadly school bus stop crash that occurred near Rochester on Tuesday, Oct. 30. Alyssa L. Shepherd, 24, was traveling southbound on SR 25 when she failed to stop for a Tippecanoe …read more.

  WINONA LAKE — Grace College and Mission Point Community Church in Winona Lake are partnering to sponsor the ninth annual Supermarket Sweep on Wednesday, Nov. 7, at Owen’s Market, 2211 E. Center St., Warsaw. With the holidays approaching, Supermarket Sweep is a fun and easy way to help local families in a tangible way. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Silver Lake man was sentenced in Kosciusko Circuit Court today, Nov. 5, after conspiring to commit trafficking with an inmate at the Kosciusko County Jail. Donald Ray Bryant, Jr., 26, 106 N. High St., Silver Lake, was charged with conspiracy to commit trafficking with an inmate, a level 5 felony; and conspiracy …read more.

WARSAW — On Monday, Nov. 19, the Warsaw FFA Chapter will host its 15th annual community appreciation supper and member workers’ experience auction in the Warsaw Community High School cafeteria. The evening will begin with a free chili and hot dog supper that will be served from 5:30 to 7 p.m. FFA members will be …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A Warsaw man was arrested after using a counterfeit $50 bill at Ace Hardware. Derrick Scott Gasaway, 27, 4335 E. CR 725S, Warsaw, is being charged with counterfeiting, a level 6 felony. On Aug. 13, an officer with the North Webster Police Department responded to a report of a counterfeit bill used …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Today, Monday, Nov. 5, is the final day to vote early. Registered voters have until noon to cast ballots. Polls open at 6 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 6 and will remain open until 6 p.m. You do not need a reason to vote absentee in-office. Early voting in Kosciusko County will be from …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster American Legion Post 253 invites the public to honor veterans. Veterans Day is Sunday, Nov. 11, and the North Webster Legion Color Guard will honor all veterans at the following times and locations. • 8 a.m. Oswego Cemetery • 8:30 a.m. Mock Cemetery • 9 a.m. Salem Cemetery • 9:30 a.m. …read more.

WARSAW — On Sept. 29, the USS Indiana, the U.S. Navy’s most modern and sophisticated Virginia-class attack submarine in the world, was commissioned at the Navy port at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station. Over 5,000 people attended the U.S. Navy ceremony as Diane Kerr Donald, the ship’s sponsor and wife of Retired Admiral Kirkland H …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library will host the following programs in November: Join the library for Story Hour at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. Join the library at 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 12, for Movie Monday. The library will be showing “Pumpkin Wars.” …read more.

By DEBRA K. SCHEIMAN-NEILSON Allen County Senior Life Newspaper FORT WAYNE — Kind, caring and compassionate are three adjectives Chuck Surack’s employees use to define him. They aren’t alone. Fort Wayne rejoices in the accomplishments and achievements of this humble human and how they’ve benefitted our great city. “It feels like a personal responsibility really,” …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Who will be on your ballot for the Nov. 6 general election? Depending on what township you reside in, even what precinct, you will have different candidates on your ballot. Every voter in the county will be casting votes for: U.S. Senator, Indiana Secretary of State, Indiana Auditor of State and Indiana …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.

By Melissa Chapman, Cataloging Supervisor WARSAW — Warsaw Community Public Library has a wide range of new blu-rays and DVDs. I am reviewing an odd mix of titles ranging from psychological horror to homeless people to documentaries and musicals. “Three Identical Strangers” tells the astounding true story of three men who make the chance discovery, …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster Community Public Library will host the following events in November: If you like to knit or crochet or want to learn how, join the Knit 1 Crochet 2 group that meets at 2:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month at the library. At the Nov. 6 session, Teresa …read more.

SYRACUSE — An incumbent and two challengers are seeking the only contested Wawasee School Board seat in the Nov. 6 election. Mary Lou Dixon, the incumbent in District 2 covering Turkey Creek Township, is being challenged by Steven Baut and William “Bill” Cripe. Rob Fisher, District 1 (Tippecanoe Township), and Rebecca Linnemeier, District 3 (Van …read more.

SYRACUSE — A grant from the Indiana Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities has presented the people of Indiana and the Syracuse Public Library with a year of great programs about Mary Shelley’s book, “Frankenstein.” Guest speakers have led discussions that have focused on gothic literature and the connections to science. A popular event …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Governor Eric Holcomb, Senatorial Candidate Mike Braun, Secretary of State Connie Lawson, Treasurer Kelly Mitchell and State Auditor Tera Klutz. will be coming to Kosciusko County GOP Headquarters, at the corner of Lake and Center streets, Warsaw, at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 4, for a rally. The public is invited to attend this …read more.

INDIANA — Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles announces BMV branches will extend hours of operation Monday, Nov. 5, and Tuesday, Nov. 6, to issue ID cards and driver’s licenses to be used for identification at a polling place. Branches will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 5, and 6 a.m. to …read more.

MILFORD — The Milford Public Library will host the following events in November: Build New Creations With The Lego Crew Children and teens can explore their creativity and improve their STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) skills during Lego Crew from 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 10. Lego Crew is a fun, relaxed way …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.

MENTONE — Hundreds of community members gathered together tonight, Nov. 2, at the Mentone Youth League for a candlelight vigil to honor 6-year-old twins Xzavier Ingle and Mason Ingle and their 9-year-old sister, Alivia Stahl, who lost their lives and to offer continued support for Maverik Lowe, 11. The children’s parents and members of the Mentone …read more.

MILFORD — A Milford man was arrested when police say another man caught him trying to break in the back door of a home in Kosciusko County. Andrew Tyler Corn, 22, 208 S. James St., Milford, is charged with attempted residential entry, a level 6 felony. He was booked in the Kosciusko County Jail on …read more.

MILFORD — The Milford Lions Club will hold an all you can eat sausage, pancake and eggs breakfast from 6 to 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 3, at the community building on Main Street in Milford. The money raised via donations will go toward community projects, with 10 percent of the monies earned going towards pediatric …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — “The judge has done what we have asked him to do. He has delayed the beginning of his (Colt Lundy’s) community correction to four months. We consider that a successful outcome,” David Kolbe, attorney for Lundy, said in a phone interview. Kosciusko County Superior Court 1 Judge David Cates issued the order …read more.

MENTONE — Several events have been scheduled and donation options set up following the Oct. 30 tragedy in Fulton County where three children lost their lives and another one was seriously injured while crossing a road to board their school bus. Indiana State Police say a school bus was stopped on SR 25 with the …read more.

  WARSAW — One person was injured after a tree limb fell on a vehicle in Devil’s Backbone, near 2304 S. SR 25, Warsaw. At approximately 1:45 p.m. Friday, Nov. 2, Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory responded to a report of a tree limb that fell on the front passenger side of a utility van. The limb …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Most smoke alarms need a new battery at least once a year. What better way to remember when the batteries were replaced by choosing a memorable occasion or time. The change to daylight saving time is a perfect time to switch those old batteries with new ones. With the change to daylight saving …read more.

WARSAW — Sealed bids were opened for the Airport Industrial Park sanitary sewer project during the Warsaw Board of Works meeting held today, Nov. 2. Three bids were received and are as follows: Atlas Excavating, West Lafayette – $10,077,548 Dunigan Bros, Jackson, Mich. – $6,619,992.20 HRP Construction, South Bend – $6,090,000   The bids were taken under advisement …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, along with many other law enforcement agencies, will be participating in a No Shave November fundraiser to support local schools with unpaid school lunches again this year. Deputies are being allowed to participate in the event again this year and are raising funds for local unpaid school lunches. …read more.

FULTON COUNTY — The Tippecanoe Vally Middle School student who was injured in Tuesday’s accident continues to recover. Maverik Lowe, 11, was flown via Samaritan Helicopter to Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne after the accident. He underwent several surgeries because of broken bones and internal injuries. But he continues to recover and stay strong in the aftermath …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — One subject is in custody this morning after being arrested on preliminary charges of arson and stalking near Barbee Lake in Kosciusko County. On Oct. 27, a residence in the 3000 block of CR 700E reported a fire causing damage to her residence. The arson caused damage to the siding of the residence …read more.

WARSAW — Attention elementary, middle and high school students. Do you go to the fair every July and love seeing the projects or petting the animals? Now is your chance to get in on the action and see why 4-H is the club for you. Youth grades three through 12 and their families will have …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Alcoholic Beverage Board renewed five permits during its meeting Thursday, Nov. 1. The following permits were renewed: Marsh Drugs LLC, doing business as Marsh Drug #7056, 500 E. Buffalo St., Warsaw. Beer, wine and liquor – drug store. Jay Petroleum Inc., doing business as Pak-A-Sak #34, 2124 SR 13, Pierceton. …read more.

WARSAW — Tonight, Nov. 2, G & G Hauling and Excavating will be sponsoring First Friday in downtown Warsaw.  The theme is Thanks for Giving, in keeping with the theme, G & G will be hosting several free exciting activities, demonstrations and exhibits. Along with all the excitement, they will have a quad axle dump truck at …read more.

FULTON COUNTY — Testimony from the probable cause hearing reveals more information of the accident that resulted in the death of three local students and seriously injured another. The hearing was held at the Fulton County Courthouse shortly before 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 30. The first witness to testify was Indiana State Police Detective Josh Maller. Maller …read more.

SYRACUSE — It’s a dilemma faced by the corporate world for multiple generations. At what point is work becoming too draining and what is really more important, making money or enjoying life? Wawasee High School’s fall play, “You Can’t Take It With You” is the classic and timeless story of balancing work and home life …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Clint Johnson will have his day Friday night at the MOCC as Grace College will honor its No. 1 fan with a special ceremony.

WARSAW — Do you have high blood pressure? Join the Kosciusko Community YMCA from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 6, in the Parkview Center for Health Living, for an informative “lunch and learn” session on the YMCA’s blood pressure self-monitoring program. Learn the “ABCs” of taking your blood pressure along with practical tips …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams responded to a chemical spill this morning at a stormwater outfall site at Winona Lake. Winona Lake resident Michael Pahl alerted the Center of a foamy substance entering the lake from the outfall. According to Pahl, the spill stretched from Winona Avenue to Kosciusko County …read more.

WARSAW — Parkinson’s Support Group of Warsaw will meet from 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. on Friday Nov. 9, 2018, at the administrative offices of Kosciusko Community Hospital. This month, we look forward to having Dr. Kevin McGeehan, a neurologist specializing in the area of Parkinson’s Disease, with us. For the past several years, he has …read more.

SYRACUSE — In response to the tragic accident Tuesday, Oct. 30, taking the lives of three elementary-aged children who were about to board a school bus in Fulton County, the following statement was released Thursday, Nov. 1, by Dr. Tom Edington, superintendent of the Wawasee Community School Corporation: “Our hearts go out to the community …read more.

TALMA — As a community continues to struggle with the senseless loss of three children in a school bus stop accident near the small town of Talma, the need for improved safety at bus stops is becoming evident across the nation. In the past two days, more children have been struck by vehicles at school …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested with drug charges after officers responded to a report of an overdose. Cary Duane Walls, 45, 1906 Sand Castle Drive Apt. B., Warsaw, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; possession of a syringe, a level 6 felony; and possession of paraphernalia, a class …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel Pierceton has been selected as the October 2018 Member of the Month. “We are fortunate to be a part of Pierceton, a fantastic and vibrant local community,” said John Sadler, owner, as he described how honored his firm was to receive …read more.