KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Just how secure are the votes in Kosciusko County? Are the votes vulnerable? Indiana League of Women Voters has a long history of protecting Hoosier votes. Recently they created a white paper report calling for counties to secure elections with verifiable ballots. The report says the issue is threats to secure, verifiable …read more.

WINONA LAKE — At the Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams, a mere one inch of glass stands between you and 2,300 gallons of lake water, 140 native fish, over 40 buckets of river rock and one white-ash tree stump. Stand close enough to the large hexagon aquarium, or any of the other five display …read more.

MENTONE — The candlelight vigil originally scheduled for tonight, Nov. 1, has been rescheduled to Friday, Nov. 2 due to weather and safety concerns. The candlelight vigil will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 2, at the Mentone Youth League, 107 W. Jefferson St. Community members are urged to gather in honor of 6-year-old …read more.

PIERCETON — The tight-knit community of Pierceton has been able to preserve its small town charm and welcoming atmosphere through people of the community. It is also the home of Pierceton Days, a two-day festival that becomes a party for everyone. For the past 16 years, the festival was made possible by Kim Rose, a …read more.

SYRACUSE — Polywood is set to expand all the way to Roxboro, N.C., where the new operation is planned on being ready for distribution by the second quarter of 2019 — just in time for the season. While the Polywood headquarters will remain in Syracuse, the company is seeking to continue creating an impact in …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Career Center will host the following events in November. All events, with the exception of the military stand down, will take place at the Career Center, located at 751 Anchorage Point Drive, Warsaw. Open Practice Interviews 11 a.m. to noon Monday, Nov. 5 11 a.m. to noon Monday, Nov. 12 …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community High School Tiger Pride band has invited supporters to attend a fundraiser held at McAlister’s Deli in Warsaw. The event will take place from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 6. During this event, 10 percent of all proceeds made by McAlister’s Deli will be donated back to the WCHS …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested following a family fight were the participants lashed out at officers responding to the scene. Javier Juarez, 19, 920 Anchorage Road, Warsaw, is charged with battery to law enforcement, a level 6 felony; resisting law enforcement, a class A misdemeanor; disorderly conduct, a class B misdemeanor; and illegal …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — After nearly 10 years of leading the organization, Beaman Home Executive Director Tracie Hodson is announcing her resignation. The Beaman Home is announcing the resignation of their long-time Executive Director. Tracie Hodson has served the organization for 9 and a half years. She has accepted another position and will be stepping down as …read more.

AKRON — The Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation has announced a change in the school bus stop following a tragic accident Tuesday morning, Oct. 30 on SR 25 near Talma that took the lives of three elementary-aged children and severely injured a fourth child. “This has been a very difficult day for our school family, as …read more.

Pictured, from left, are Ed Roberts and Ashley Vervaet. KOSCIUSKO — Local residents Ashley Vervaet and Hilary Kiser came up with the idea to start a roadsign fundraiser to raise awareness and show support to the family after the recent death of three Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation students. Six-year-old twin boys Xzavier Ingle and Mason Ingle …read more.

FULTON COUNTY — The Tippecanoe Valley Middle School student who was injured in the school bus accident that occurred yesterday, Oct. 30, is in stable condition. Maverik Lowe, 11, was flown, via Samaritan Helicopter, to Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. There he had surgery due to multiple broken bones and internal injuries. Lowe’s parents have released the …read more.

  WINONA LAKE — Grace College is pleased to host several notable speakers on campus in November, including Carolyn Custis James, Donna Freitas and Jermaine Chaney. All Grace College chapels are free and open to the public. They take place from 10:30 — 11:20 a.m. on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings in the Manahan Orthopaedic …read more.

*WARNING: The following article contains information that may not be suitable for all readers* WARSAW — A Warsaw man has been charged with child seduction after a female under the age of 18 told police he had a sexual relationship with her. Matthew Robert Thomas, 36, 1072 E. Wellington Drive, Warsaw, is being charged with …read more.

WARSAW — Thanks to a grant from the Kosciusko County Community Foundation, the city of Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department now has four active iStrike Lightning Detection systems. These systems are located at both Center and Pike Lake beaches, the Pike Lake Campground and Central Park.  Although each alarm system is positioned at a different …read more.

The following is a list of trick-or-treat times that Ink Free News has gathered from the community.   Bourbon Bourbon’s trick-or-treating will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 31.   Claypool Claypool’s trick-or-treating will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 31.   Etna Green Etna Green’s trick-or-treating will be held in …read more.

  WARSAW — On Tuesday, Oct. 23, the Democratic Party of Kosciusko County provided Halloween fun for kids at Beaman Home who might not be able to participate in regular Halloween festivities for safety reasons. The party was lots of fun for everyone and included apple bobbing, ring around the witch’s hat, lots of crafts, face painting, …read more.

ROCHESTER — The Kosciusko and Fulton communities are gathering together after three children were killed and one was seriously injured while walking to their school bus yesterday, Oct. 30. A candlelight vigil will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 1, at the Mentone Youth League, 107 W. Jefferson St. Community members are urged to …read more.

WARSAW — On Friday, 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 …read more.

ROCHESTER — Today, at approximately 4:09 p.m. an investigation by officers from the Indiana State Police resulted in the arrest of Alyssa L. Shepherd, 24, Rochester. She was arrested at her place of employment, in Rochester, when officers served her with a Fulton Superior Court arrest warrant. The warrant alleged three felony charges for reckless …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Grace College superfan Clint “Big Dawg” Johnson will be recognized Friday night in a special ceremony at the MOCC.

FULTON COUNTY — Official charges have been filed against the driver involved in the school bus accident that led to the death of three Mentone Elementary School students. Alyssa Shepherd, 24, Rochester, has been charged with three counts of reckless homicide, level 5 felonies, and one count of passing a school bus causing injury, a …read more.

WARSAW — Mark Allen doesn’t care what you think. If you think 50 years of age is too old to start a music career, you’re better off talking to the wall. If you think he should trim the last remnants of his hair to match his male pattern baldness, talk to someone else. If you …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — To continue its 20th-year celebration, K21 Health Foundation presented a gift of $20,000 to Kosciusko Community Senior Services. Since 1957, KCSS has worked to meet the needs of the senior citizens throughout Kosciusko County with such programs as Mobile Meals, handicap accessible van transportation and the Senior Activity Center. K21 was pleased to …read more.

WARSAW — Two Market Street residences were the main topics of discussion during the code enforcement hearing held Tuesday, Oct. 30. A property at 712 W. Market St., owned by Tammy Honeycutt and Michael D. Wright, was on the hearing docket regarding complaints of people living in the residence’s garage. According to Warsaw Building Commissioner …read more.

WARSAW — Lutheran Health Network KCH will host a Peripheral Neuropathy Support Group the last Wednesday of each month. The next upcoming meeting is scheduled from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 31, in the KCH administrative classroom. The administrative classroom is locate din the west side of KCH off of Provident Drive. The goal …read more.

FULTON COUNTY — Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb has issued a statement in regards to the three deaths of Tippecanoe Valley students after this morning’s school bus accident. “Words cannot express the depth of sorrow Janet and I feel, which only pales in comparison to what family, friends, teachers, classmates and community are feeling right now. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — During the Kosciusko Commissioners meeting held Tuesday, Oct. 30, County Attorney Chad Miner advised making a final decision regarding what areas will be included in the Tippy-Chapman Regional Sewer District. Ken Jones Sr., CEO of Jones Petrie Rafinski, Elkhart, said properties in two areas, Old Mill Place and Lake Forest Addition, are being recommended …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko Board of Realtors honored thirty Realtor members at its fourth quarter general business meeting on Oct. 17. Jan Orban, 2018 KBOR president, shared with the attendees that KBOR values each recipient’s ongoing dedication and contributions to both KBOR and the realtor industry. These members have served Kosciusko County from a span …read more.

TALMA — A family near Talma is grieving the loss of three children today, Oct. 30, while another family is hoping their child can recover from serious injuries sustained in an early Tuesday morning crash involving four elementary-aged school children who were on their way to school. The three children who were killed were all …read more.

WARSAW — Three community leaders who also happen to be called “Dad” at home took time Monday night, Oct. 29, to read to children during a program at the Warsaw Community Public Library called Reach Out And Read. The readers, Winona Lake Police Chief Joe Hawn, Lakeland Christian Academy Athletic Director Tim Yocum and local …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department would like the community’s assistance in locating individuals responsible for an armed robbery that occurred during the early morning hours of Oct. 30. At 2:35 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 30, two white males armed with handguns robbed the Pak-A-Sak Marathon Gas Station, located at the intersection of US 30 …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Community Center, serving as the “Heart of the Community,” raised more than $70,000,nearly 20 percent of its annual budget, at its 10th annual auction Saturday, Oct. 6. The slogan coined by the late Jon Sroufe, “Keeping the Lights On,” could not have been more appropriate. Prior to the start of …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.

FULTON COUNTY — Three students in the Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation were killed this morning while boarding a bus on SR 25 near Rochester. A fourth student was injured and airlifted from the scene to a Fort Wayne hospital. Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation Superintendent Blaine Conley released the following statement: “Our school corporation has suffered …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested after officers discovered methamphetamine in his vehicle. Stephen D. Hand, 33, 2257 S. Southwood Drive, Warsaw, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; and operating a vehicle while intoxicated, a class C misdemeanor. On Oct. 16, an officer with the Warsaw Police Department observed …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Learn about life beneath the lakes and enjoy a hike on the Grace College trails on Saturday, Nov. 3. The two-part event includes access to the virtual aquarium and sand table in the Dr. Dane A. Miller Science Complex, and a 60-minute nature hike led by Dr. Nate Bosch, director of the …read more.

WARSAW — A Syracuse woman received a suspended sentence in Kosciusko Circuit Court Monday, Oct. 29. Aliyaha Rae Whitaker, 22, 5270 E. Bayview Drive, Syracuse, pleaded guilty to possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony. She was sentenced to one and a half years in the Kosciusko County Jail, with Judge Michael Reed ordering that …read more.

SILVER LAKE — A man and woman, each from Silver Lake, are facing theft charges after police say they attempted to steal a vehicle in order to go on a joy ride and drug-purchasing trip. Courtney Irene Pruitt, 19, 404 North High St., Silver Lake and Steven James Burnworth, Jr., 18, 3169 W. Myrtle Glen …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Three projects in Kosciusko County are among the 27 lake and river enhancement projects recently funded through new grants for the care of Indiana’s water bodies. The new grants, totaling $1.192 million, are through the Department of Natural Resources Division of Fish & Wildlife’s Lake and River Enhancement program. A project for watershed …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — On Oct. 14, the American Legion Sons of the American Legion Squadron #49 donated $500 to the Kosciusko County Shrine Club Turkey Shoot to benefit the Shrine Children’s Hospitals. The funds will be directly donated to assist approximately 125 children in Kosciusko County who are patients, treated free of charge, under the care …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Justin B. Ottinger, 34, 3520 N. 900W, Cromwell, was arrested Sunday on a warrant on charges of burglary, a level 4 felony and theft, a level 6 felony. He is one of four individuals wanted in connection with a rash of burglaries in the northern part of Kosciusko County. One of the …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was sentenced in Kosciusko Circuit Court Monday, Oct. 29, for his part in allegedly assisting in an attempt to smuggle items into the Kosciusko County Jail for another inmate. Nicholas Jay Silva, 18, 611 N. Park Ave., Warsaw, pleaded guilty to two counts of conspiracy to commit trafficking with an …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Grace College School of Business and the Gordon Institute for Enterprise Development will present the seventh annual Executive Forum “Automation and the Human Experience” on Wednesday, Nov. 14, at the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center, 610 Wooster Road, Winona Lake. The event, made possible in partnership with Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce, includes …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Kokomo man was recently arrested after police say he entered a local home without permission. Steven Kent Hart, 65, 2516 Brookshire Drive, Kokomo, is being charged with residential entry, a level 6 felony. On Oct. 18, an officer with the Syracuse Police Department responded to a residential entry call. A witness advised she …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw native Zack Sand has been selected to the 2019 Indiana Leadership Forum program. He is proud to be the first member selected from Kosciusko County. Sand has been a campaign field manager with the Indiana Senate Majority Campaign Committee since July of 2017 for the 2018 midterm election cycle. During that time, …read more.

  LEESBURG — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying the individual in the photos shown. The female is a suspect in a theft that occurred Sunday, Oct. 28, at the Leesburg Dollar General. If you recognize the subject, call the Kosciusko County Detective Division at (574) 267-5667. Please note that all …read more.

MILFORD — A Milford man was arrested after allegedly pointing a firearm at a male. Randale Lee Thompson II, 39, 404 W. Emeline St., Milford, is being charged with intimidation with a deadly weapon, a level 5 felony. On Oct. 5, an officer with the Milford Police Department responded to a battery in progress involving …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Kosciusko County officials are currently investigating a motor vehicle traffic crash on US 30 at CR 350W in Kosciusko County. The male driver of a passenger vehicle sustained fatal injuries in the crash early this morning. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputies and emergency personnel responded this morning at approximately 6:40 a.m. this morning, Oct. 29, …read more.

WARSAW — Lutheran Health Network KCH welcomes guest speaker Dr. Rudy Kachmann, neurosurgeon and wellness expert to the community at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, in the KCH administration classroom. Dr. Kachmann will present his lecture on “Our Gut Diseases and Illnesses.” All community members are welcome to attend. If you are interested in attending …read more.

The following is a list of trick-or-treat times and Halloween events that Ink Free News has gathered from the community. To add an event to the list, please email all information to [email protected].   Bourbon Bourbon’s trick-or-treating will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 31.   Claypool Claypool’s trick-or-treating will be held from 6 to …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department is hosting a Coffee & Canvas Program at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 9.  This event is a great choice for girls’ night out or date night. Create a canvas masterpiece while you sip your choice of hot beverage at the Center Lake Pavilion. The $15 registration fee includes all …read more.

PIERCETON — The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that SR 13, between CR 525E and CR 500S/CR 550E in Kosciusko County, is scheduled to close Monday, Oct. 29, weather permitting. I INDOT maintenance crews plan to perform repairs to a box culvert underneath the road. Access will be maintained to homes and businesses during the …read more.

ETNA TOWNSHIP — Four candidates are vying for three available seats on the Etna Township advisory board. Republican candidates include incumbent Joe Mooney, Steven Sechrist and incumbent Tony Tribalski. The Democratic incumbent candidate is Patrick Morr.  Republican incumbent Gary Sponseller is running unopposed for the position of Etna Township trustee.  Joe Mooney Mooney has served …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Washington Township Advisory Board members and Township Trustee face no competition in the fall election. Republican incumbents for the Advisory Board include Bryan Bidwell, James Craig, and Roger S. Thomas. The Republican incumbent for Washington Township Trustee is Dean Rhoades. Bryan Bidwell Bidwell has lived in the Pierceton area for 57 years. …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 — Nappanee Public Library has announced that the Elkhart County Museum Association is offering a Free Museum Day to Elkhart County residents, giving those attendees an opportunity to see what great things there are to do, see, and experience in their own back yard. For a full list of participating museums visit napaneelibrary.org. Other …read more.

SYRACUSE — Two are running unopposed in their districts for Syracuse Town Council. Larry Siegel is running for Syracuse Town Council District 1. He has served on the town council for 16 years. During that time the town has built a new water distribution system, enhanced stormwater drainage systems, rebuilt the sanitary sewer system and installed …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster Community Public Library will host a comedy event on Thursday, Nov. 1 at 7 p.m. Main on Main Comedy Improv Troupe is scheduled to perform in the North Webster Community Center Banquet Hall. The show is free and open to the public with a style of humor that is …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Seward Township Advisory Board members and Township Trustee face no competition in the upcoming fall election. Republican incumbents for the Advisory Board include Kevin Hohman, Bruce Lankenau and Allison McSherry. The Republican incumbent for Seward Township Trustee is Aime Hoffman. The upcoming election will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 6. Bruce Lankenau …read more.

SYRACUSE — An annual and popular event dating back to when the Syracuse Junior High School was still open, the Syracuse Fall Carnival was held Saturday evening, Oct. 27, in the Syracuse Community Center. Lakeland Youth Center and Syracuse Parks Department sponsored the carnival with assistance from several service organizations. Volunteers included, among others, Wawasee …read more.

  JACKSON TOWNSHIP — Four candidates will compete for three spots on the Jackson Township advisory board. Republican incumbents are Marcia J. Dierks, Ray P. Fisher and Jill L. Slater, along with Democratic candidate Stanley Moore.  Republican incumbent Gwendolyn Ostrom will be running unopposed for the Jackson Township trustee seat. Marcia Dierks (No photo provided) …read more.

By Kendra Thompson Information Services The following adult and teen programs are set to take place in November at the Warsaw Community Public Library. WorkOne is hosting a variety of computer, résumé and interviewing classes throughout the month. Registration is preferred. Call (574) 267-6011 for more information. Chess Club meets from 10 a.m. to noon …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Trails held the fall version of the Tails and Trails dog walk Saturday, Oct. 27, in Syracuse. The five-mile walk around Syracuse Lake, a fundraiser for Syracuse-Wawasee Trails, began at the Syracuse Community Center. In addition to the walk, there were vendors, food, an auction and a dog costume contest. Dog rescue …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse Public Library will host the following events in October and November: Who Wants To Party? Costumes make a good party great, so now might be the time to plan the outfits for the Winter Carnival dance. The theme is masquerade. Tuesday, Oct. 30, and Wednesday, Oct. 31, are two fun-filled evenings …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library has announced its week’s events. The library invites patrons to join its staff for Story Hour every Friday at 10 a.m. During Story Hour, children listen to a story, sing songs and make a craft. On Sunday, Oct. 28, the library will host Creepy Cookie Decorating, beginning at 1:30 …read more.

MILFORD — All of the candidates running for Milford Town Council in the 2018 midterm elections are unopposed. There are, however, two significant changes coming to the council in 2019. Patricia Gall, Republican, will fill the Milford Clerk/Treasurer position currently held by Joellen Free. Free will take the spot on the council vacated by Dan Cochran, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — A state-wide public question will appear on the Nov. 6 ballot regarding an amendment to the state’s constitution for a balanced budget. However, some are referring to this as a referendum. There is a difference. “The balanced budget amendment has nothing to do with the information on the Department of Local Government …read more.

LAKE TOWNSHIP — Three candidates will run unopposed for the Lake Township advisory board. Republican incumbents Kathleen Lokotar and Wayne Spratt, along with Democratic incumbent Paul Sibray, will fill the three open seats.  Republican incumbent Molly Bradford is the sole candidate for the Jackson Township trustee position.  Kathleen Lokotar Lokotar has served on the Lake …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.

MILFORD — A mobile home in the Waubee Mobile Home Park south of Milford was heavily burned by fire Friday night, Oct. 26 just days after the owner said he evicted the occupants. Dispatchers called out firefighting units and EMS from Milford at 9:22 p.m. Friday for the fire at 427 E. CR 1150N, Lot …read more.

WARSAW — Ghosts, ghouls and goblins roamed the streets of downtown Warsaw Friday night, Oct. 26, during the 2018 Downtown Warsaw Spooktakular, sponsored by several the City of Warsaw and several Warsaw businesses and organizations. Following an hour of trick or treating in the downtown area, youngsters competed in a costume contest for a variety …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Scott Township Advisory Board members and Township Trustee face no competition in the upcoming fall election. Republican incumbents for the Advisory Board include Tom Beeson and John Mast. The Democrat incumbent for the board is Paul Parks. The Democrat incumbent for Scott Township Trustee is Fred Slabaugh. The upcoming election will take …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Being in the right place at the right time opened a door for Jeff Phillips and his family. Wawasee Building Trades is building a new ranch style home for the family off CR 950E, near Backwater Road in Tippecanoe Township. “They were looking for a full project for this school year and …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man is facing felony charges after police say he refused to let a victim leave a residence, strangled her and slapped her. Ivan Tepo, 20, 1692 E. CR 200N, No. 80, Warsaw, is being charged with domestic battery with moderate bodily injury, a level 6 felony; strangulation, a level 6 felony; and …read more.

WARSAW — On Monday, July 30, a short film project was set into motion at The Bowling Alley in Warsaw. The screenplay had been written, the cast had been assembled and over 60 extras joined the staff at the alley to be a part of a creative project titled “Humility.” Marc Eckel is the creative …read more.

The following is a list of trick-or-treat times and Halloween events that Ink Free News has gathered from the community. To add an event to the list, please email all information to [email protected]. Atwood Atwood’s trick-or-treating will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27.   Bourbon Bourbon’s trick-or-treating will be from 5 to …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Indiana residents know that heavy snow can shut down roads, schools and businesses in the winter while heavy rainfall can lead to devastating flooding during any part of the year. Volunteer precipitation observers are critical in measuring and reporting daily precipitation which in turn helps meteorologists and emergency managers protect lives and property …read more.

WARSAW — A group formed as a networking tool for the area’s newest workplace decision-makers hosted a forum on Thursday night, Oct. 25, on leadership. The event, called YAP Talk, was hosted by Young Adult Professionals, an organization affiliated with the Kosciusko Area Chamber of Commerce and was held in Tourmaline in Warsaw. It was …read more.

WARSAW — The Beaman Home recently received a check from the Associate Chapter of Warsaw Kappa Kappa Kappa for $100 in support of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. “We are very thankful for the generosity of the local community.  Community members not only give monetarily, but also of their time as volunteers.  Thank you for …read more.

WARSAW — A Claypool man was sentenced in Kosciusko Superior One Court Thursday, Oct. 25, after kicking a police officer in the neck. Joshua Brandon Volkert, 33, 2198 W. Union St., Claypool, was charged with battery resulting in bodily injury to a public safety official, a level 5 felony; and battery and criminal mischief, both …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College and Mission Point Church are partnering to sponsor the 9th annual Supermarket Sweep on Wednesday, Nov. 7, at Owen’s Market, 2211 E. Center St., Warsaw. The community is invited to participate; grocery lists will be provided to the public from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. at Owen’s. With the holidays …read more.

WARSAW — U.S. Rep. Jim Banks will be in Warsaw at noon today, Friday, Oct. 26, visiting at the Republican headquarters. Join Banks and others for pizza and pop, courtesy of Banks. The Republican headquarters is located at the corner of Lake and Center streets, Warsaw.

WARSAW — A Pierceton man was sentenced in Kosciusko Circuit Court Thursday, Oct. 25, after beating a male and confining him in a vehicle’s trunk. Shawn Lee Jefferson, 1840 S. CR 500E, Pierceton, was charged with criminal confinement, a level 3 felony; and battery by means of a deadly weapon, a level 5 felony. On …read more.

BOURBON — Triton School Corporation coordinated with Lutheran Health Network to help educate the corporation’s students on health-related issues. The school corporation hosted a health fair at Triton Elementary School on Wednesday, Oct. 24. “Triton Elementary Kindergarten Scholars from Mrs. Melling’s classroom (learned) more about healthy after-school snacks, CPR/First Aid, proper exercise, and proper hand …read more.

WARSAW — A Leesburg man was sentenced in Kosciusko Superior One Court Thursday, Oct. 25, for five burglary charges. Michael Nicholas Watson, 29, 10 EMS B5 A. Lane, Leesburg, was charged with five counts of burglary, all level 5 felonies; and one count of auto theft, a level 6 felony. On Aug. 25, 2016, an …read more.

WARSAW — Tara Kuhmichel was recently selected as Workforce Alignment/Achieve Your Degree Coordinator at Ivy Tech Community College in Warsaw. In this role, Kuhmichel will work with college leadership to build new and varied community outreach partnerships and to expand availability of the college’s instructional and student support services to the college’s broader community. She …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Police Department is seeking your help in identifying the individual in these pictures. He is a suspect in a theft. If you recognize the subject, please call the Warsaw Police Detective Division at (574) 385-2210. To protect the innocent, do not post tips under the comments section on this page. Please note that …read more.

WARSAW —  Warsaw Community Development Corporation, Miller’s Senior Living Community, the city of Warsaw and the Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club are partnering to bring the community Spooktakular this Friday, Oct. 26. Spooktakular is the annual Halloween costume contest and trick-or-treating opportunity held in downtown Warsaw. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. and will be concluded around …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Do you want to go on a date with your spouse? Do you want your kids to have a fun time? The junior class, with adult supervision, of Lakeland Christian Academy will be hosting a babysitting night full of fun and games from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 2. Doors will …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — When it comes to 2018 township trustee and board elections, almost half of the candidates in Kosciusko County face competition. Wayne, the largest township in the county, is one of those areas. Republican candidates for the Advisory Board are Gordon Nash, Josh Spangle, and Bruce Woodward. The Republican candidate for the position of …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03) announced that a member of his staff will visit Warsaw on Thursday, Nov. 1, to meet with local residents and assist Hoosiers experiencing problems with a federal agency. Banks’ staff will be at Warsaw City Hall, located at 102 S. Buffalo St., from 9:30 a.m. to noon Nov. …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw residents could have a new way to travel to Chicago if a proposed Northern Indiana Passenger Rail goes into effect. A public meeting was held last night, Oct. 24, at Warsaw City Hall to discuss the specifics. “Obviously the city of Warsaw, with our industry here, felt this was a very important …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College’s theater department has announced it will present “Peter and the Starcatcher” on Nov. 9, 10, and 15-17 in the Little Theatre in Philathea Hall, 1499 Alpha Drive, Winona Lake. Tickets are $5 for students and seniors and $7 for adults, and are available at the campus store in the Gordon …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 – The Town of Winona Lake has been working diligently to engage as many residents as it can on what those citizens imagine Winona Lake to be in 2030. This effort is crucial for the development of the town’s first comprehensive plan. This has been done through collecting community feedback at pop-up locations …read more.

WARSAW — There will be block-by-block closures on the Phase 2 portion of Market Street beginning Thursday, Oct. 25, moving from west to east. This cluster of closures to expected to last approximately one week. Motorists are advised to plan their travel accordingly.

WARSAW — The City of Warsaw announced that South Union Street from Prairie Street to Kincaide Street will be closed from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, and Friday, Oct. 26. This closure is for bridge and sidewalk repair. All businesses will be accessible.

SYRACUSE — Park foundation members chatted and caught up with one another Tuesday, Oct. 23. Parks Superintendent Chad Jonsson brought the foundation up to date on previous projects that had been going on, such as the Lakeside Park restrooms, community center’s new sign and the replacement of the fitness room floor. Jonsson commented the restrooms …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Winona Lake Grace Brethren Church, 1200 Kings Highway, will host a Home Sweet Home dessert and quilt auction at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, at The Hub, a community building behind the church at the corner of Publishers Drive and College Avenue in Winona Lake. The dessert, consisting of homemade pie baked …read more.