AKRON — The Tippecanoe Valley Distinguished Alumni Class of 2019 will be honored Thursday, Sept. 12. The members of this year’s class join a noble group of Tippecanoe Valley graduates who have led successful lives while making substantial contributions to their chosen field of work or have provided outstanding service to their community, state, or …read more.

PLYMOUTH — The Beaman Home will host an open house event at Plymouth Public Library from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19. The public is invited to attend the free, drop-in event. No RSVP is required. There will be light refreshments and the community can mingle with the staff and ask any questions. It …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko Area Bus Service, a Medicaid-approved program of Cardinal Services, has been providing reliable, affordable alternative transportation for county residents since 1981. But even after 38 years of service, 59,000 trips a year — “we’re on course to top 60,000 this year,” said Amanda Landis, KAB’s general manager — 230 trips a day …read more.

ATLANTA — The U.S. Small Business Administration announced today that Economic Injury Disaster Loans are available to small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture and private nonprofit organizations located in all of the 92 counties in Indiana as a result of the excessive rain and flooding that began on March 1, 2019.  …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce celebrated the opening of the Cedarstone Children’s Bookstore, 710 N. Huntington St., Syracuse, Tuesday, Sept. 10.

ROCHESTER — A gag order has been issued with just over one month before a jury trial is expected to begin for a Rochester woman who is accused of killing three children and severely injuring another in a bus-related accident. Alyssa Shepherd Alyssa Shepherd is scheduled to stand trial at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15, …read more.

*UPDATE: This Statewide Silver Alert has been canceled.* MISHAWAKA — A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared for a Mishawaka child. The Mishawaka Police Department is investigating the disappearance of Harmoni Thompson, a one-year-old black female, who is 2 feet 10 inches tall, weighs 16 pounds, and has black hair with brown eyes. Harmoni is …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — A warrant has been issued for the arrest of Dustin R. Johns, 38, Northeast Wawasee Drive, Syracuse, as a result of a one-vehicle accident Aug. 10. He is being charged with operating a vehicle with an alcohol concentration equivalent to .15 or more. Johns is president of Travel Lite RV, located in …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse American Legion Post 223 is hosting two memorial ceremonies and urges the public to attend. The first will commemorate 9/11 with a Remembrance Ceremony, 6 p.m. tonight, Wednesday, Sept. 11, at the Syracuse American Legion, 1008 S. Huntington St. (SR 13). This honors all who lost their lives that day and subsequently …read more.

JB’s will be open Friday and Saturday 9-6, and Sunday 1-4 for this special event.

KOSCIUSKO — A local man was booked into jail on Tuesday, Sept. 10, for his third case involving allegations of home improvement fraud in Kosciusko County. Jeremiah Donald Lowe, 36, has addresses listed for 3393 E. Old Road 30, Warsaw; and 18238 CR 46, New Paris. He is being charged with theft, a level 6 …read more.

WARSAW — Live Well Kosciusko will be hosting a Community Health Well-being and Engagement Awards event at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, at the Winona Heritage Room, located at 901 Park Ave., Winona Lake. Rob Parker, president and CEO of Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce, will be Master of Ceremonies. Jennifer Pferrer, executive director of Wellness …read more.

Editor’s note: This story has been updated to reflect a delay in the West Center Street work. WARSAW — Motorists should avoid West Center Street for two days and part of CR 300N for the next two months. West Center Street, between Columbia Street and Pike Street, will be restricted to one lane with a …read more.

SILVER LAKE — The Silver Lake Lions Club will host a fish, chicken & tenderloin fry from 4 p.m. until sold out Saturday, Sept. 14, at the Silver Lake Conservation Building, located at 108 S. Elm St., Silver Lake. Carry-out only. Cost is $9 per pound. Side dishes will be available. Congressional Christian Church will be having …read more.

WINONA LAKE — K21 Health Foundation used its 20-year anniversary celebration Tuesday night, Sept. 10, to announce three major initiatives aimed at improving health opportunities to residents in every part of Kosciusko County. K21 Health Foundation was established with $63 million from the sale of Kosciusko Community Hospital and has grown over the years to …read more.

ETNA GREEN — The Etna Green Town Council discussed mobile home park variances during its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 10. Marsha Stiles, Etna Green Mobile Home Park property manager, attended the council meeting in regards to seeking approval for installing mobile homes at Lots 10 and 11 on West Spring Street. However, Stiles told …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Schools’ Board of School Trustees discussed the 2019 summer school program and elementary school athletics during a work session on Tuesday, Sept. 10. JoElla Hauselman, Edgewood Middle School principal and summer school coordinator, led the discussion on this year’s summer school program. In total, 745 students registered for the 2019 …read more.

SYRACUSE — Other school corporations have used professional learning communities and research has shown they improve the growth rate of student learning. This school year, the Wawasee Community School Corporation will implement professional learning communities. During the regular monthly meeting of the Wawasee School Board Tuesday evening, Sept. 10, in Syracuse, Geoff Walmer, Wawasee High …read more.

PIERCETON — After 17 years of service, Corporal Jim Bumbaugh is resigning from the Pierceton Police Department effective Wednesday, Sept. 25. Town Marshal Tim Sammons announced Bumbaugh’s resignation during the Pierceton Town Council meeting on Monday, Sept. 9. Bumbaugh has accepted a full-time position with Whitko Community Schools as the corporation’s transportation director. At the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — During a three-hour meeting held Tuesday morning, Sept. 10, the Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals denied two of the 14 cases presented. Carey Realty petitioned for an exception to allow a temporary concrete mixing plant in an Industrial-2 District. The property is located along SR 15, south of CR 600N, in Leesburg.  …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags at state facilities across Indiana to be flown at half-staff in honor of Patriot Day, Wednesday, Sept. 11. Flags should be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Wednesday. Holcomb also asks businesses and residents statewide to lower their flags to half-staff in remembrance of …read more.

WARSAW — A base coat of asphalt will be applied on East Market Street on Wednesday — weather permitting — and a final coat of pavement could be in place within a few weeks, according to the city. Crews for Phend & Brown will be finishing up curb and sidewalk work over the next two …read more.

WARSAW — A four-vehicle accident Monday on CR 150W resulted in three injuries. The vehicles were headed north on 150W when the chain-reaction accident happened in which three of the vehicles were rear-ended. Drivers included Jeannine Boyer, 75, of North Lake Street, Warsaw; Sarah Stinfer, 31, of Warsaw; Andy Nelson, 30, of Kinney Drive, Warsaw; …read more.

By Darla McCammon I first met Robert Hudson when he had his wonderful gallery in Winona Lake. He had recently returned from 20 years spent in Idaho on a ranch. From his rodeo days until now, Hudson has built on his experiences to create meaningful and beautiful artwork. I have watched his career and talent …read more.

  SYRACUSE — An unusual series of unfortunate events prompted Turkey Creek Fire Chief Mickey Scott to request approval Monday, Sept. 9, for an emergency purchase of an ambulance. After hearing Scott’s chronicle of unfortunate happenstances, the fire and township advisory boards approved funding for the purchase of a 2019 demo ambulance “that we could …read more.

WARSAW — Cardinal Services has announced that 1st Source Bank has made a donation of $50,000 toward its future home. Making the presentation was Regional President of 1st Source Bank, Bill Burton and Warsaw City President, Doug Hanes. According to Burton, “The mission of 1st Source is to work for the success of our communities. …read more.

PERU – Cass County Councilwoman Stacey Donato was elected by a Republican caucus Monday night to fill the seat left vacant by Indiana Sen. Randy Head, who resigned last month. The Indiana Republican Party on Monday night, Sept. 9, held the caucus at the Miami County Fairgrounds to replace the District 18 seat left empty …read more.

WARSAW — The redevelopment commission is rolling the dice, hoping a $4,000 contribution to a lobbying group could result in a change in the law that would open the door to hundreds of thousands of dollars. Warsaw is one of 23 communities that have certified tech parks in which an increment of revenues from sales …read more.

PIERCETON — Representatives from three Kosciusko County townships, as well as firefighters, Pierceton Town Council members and township advisory board members, recently convened to continue preliminary discussions on potentially establishing a fire territory. The first discussion-based meeting, held on June 20, was set up by Pierceton Fire Chief Gordon Baker. Representatives from Washington, Monroe and …read more.

WARSAW — A local man and woman face criminal charges after stealing a man’s vehicle and credit card. Amber Lynn Burnworth, 35, 8635 W. River Road, South Whitley; also showing an address of 7222 W. Highway 90, Monticello, Ky., is charged with theft, a level 6 felony. Christopher Lee Dean, 28, 72833 CR 29 No. …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Winona Lake Preservation Association has received a grant from the Indiana DNR’s Lake and River Enhancement program for a project on Winona Lake in Kosciusko County. The project will include a temporary closure of the public access site and ramp on the northwest side of the lake for about four weeks …read more.

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SYRACUSE — Eight Cub Scouts from the Syracuse Cub Scout Pack #3828 and their families attended Family Camp at Meister Pond in Bremen from  Friday, Sept. 6, to Sunday, Sept. 8. The cub scouts participated in fishing, hiking, swimming, nature crafts, games and learning outdoor skills.  

LEESBURG — At the Leesburg town council meeting held Monday, Sept. 9, council members discussed two ongoing issues — golf carts and septics. Derek Tenney of Tenney & Sons, Warsaw, told council members that two residences on Yvonna Street had recent septic issues. Tenney said in both cases the problem occurred due to wipes being …read more.

Representatives of the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds had little to say Monday night, Sept. 9, about last week’s ruling by a judge who reinstated the ban on motorized racing at the race track. While the fair board could still appeal the ruling by Special Judge Stephen Bowers on a partial summary judgment issued earlier this month, …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Plan Commission approved a preliminary and final plat for Lake Village Shopping Center Subdivision during the meeting held tonight, Sept. 9. Tom Hardy of John Kimpel and Associates, Warsaw, was present at the meeting to explain the request. “Basically the subdivision plat came about — we got kind of lucky — …read more.

WARSAW — Injuries were reported in a four-vehicle accident on CR 150W at the top of a crest known as McElroy Hill late Monday afternoon, Sept. 9. The four vehicles were headed north when there was a chain reaction of rear-end collisions. The accident closed CR 150W from US 30 to Fox Farm Road for …read more.

MENTONE — Mentone’s 10th Annual Rotors Over Mentone will be held beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday Sept. 14. Helicopter rides start at 10 a.m. Come out for a day of fun with the family. Attendees will have the opportunity to see helicopters up close, or even take a ride. Visitors can tour the Lawrence D. …read more.

WARSAW — A Milford man was sentenced to three years for two drug-related cases in Kosciusko Circuit Court Monday, Sept. 9. In the first case, Ricky Anthony Johnson, 39, 427 E. CR 1150N No. 2, Milford, was charged with possession of methamphetamine and failure to appear, both level 6 felonies; driving while suspended, a class …read more.

  WARSAW — A Warsaw Community school bus sheared off a water hydrant and hit a business sign on South Buffalo Street shortly after 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 9, in Warsaw. A fire official said the bus was not carrying any students at the time of the accident. A witness, who declined to give his …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman faces charges after allegedly shoplifting items and resisting arrest. Lisa Frances Keough, 50, 123 E. Fort Wayne St., Warsaw, is charged with theft, a class A misdemeanor; resisting law enforcement, a class A misdemeanor; and sentence enhancement theft, a level 6 felony.  According to the affidavit of probable cause, on …read more.

Our community has a rich Christian heritage, and we ought to be thankful for that! Yet, if that legacy is to continue into the future, the health of our families is going to play a pivotal role. Many in our community want to have a deep impact on their family for the sake of Christ, …read more.

 WINONA LAKE — This fall, Grace College welcomed 400 new undergraduate students to its campus. Grace’s incoming class is nearly 11 percent larger than last year and one of the most diverse student bodies in Grace’s history, including 24 percent more Hispanic students. In all, Grace enrolled 1,957 students this semester, according to a news …read more.

WARSAW — A Nappanee man was sentenced in Kosciusko Circuit Court Monday, Sept. 9, after officers made a traffic stop and found more than five grams of methamphetamine. Joshua Loren Borkholder, 40, 13317 N. CR 700W, Nappanee, was charged with dealing in methamphetamine, a level 4 felony; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. …read more.

PIERCETON — Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County’s new shelter building will officially open at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 28. In partnership with Coldwell Banker The Real Estate Group, the AWL will hold its grand opening in less than three weeks. The 13,000-square-foot building, located along US 30 at 1048 S. CR 325E, just east …read more.

BOURBON —  Triton School Corporation has planned a Triton Gives Back Day for Sept. 20, 2019. This is an awesome service opportunity for scholars and staff. Anyone who would like to help may do so in any of the following ways: 1. Triton T-Shirt Drive — The school corporation would like to make sure every scholar …read more.

WARSAW — Parkinson’s Support Group of Warsaw will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13, at the administrative offices of Kosciusko Community Hospital. The group will be joined by a pharmaceutical representative and a neurological doctor, who will tell the group about a new medication for Parkinson’s Disease. Each month is an opportunity …read more.

WARSAW — After a long stretch of mild and cool air, much of Indiana can expect a sharp rise in temperatures beginning Tuesday, Sept 10. Monday will be partly sunny, with a high near 76 in Kosciusko County. The overnight low will be 63, the National Weather Service said. Tuesday will be partly sunny with …read more.

WARSAW — The annual CROP Hunger Walk will be held on Sunday, Sept. 29 beginning at 1:30 p.m. at The Salvation Army, 501 E. Arthur St., Warsaw. The event, that started in 1969, is celebrating its 50th anniversary across the United States. The first walk was held on Oct. 17, 1969, in Bismark, N.D., and …read more.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Mike Braun announced hours and locations for his staff mobile office intended to assist Hoosiers. “I have been traveling the state on my Summer of Solutions tour, visiting 50 cities and speaking to Hoosiers about what’s most important to them like lowering the price of prescription drugs, aiding our veterans, …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library will be open again on Sundays starting today, Sunday, Sept. 8. Sunday hours are from 1 to 5 p.m.  September is Library Card Sign-up Month. In honor of Library Card Sign-Up Month, Bell Memorial Public Library is hosting a Library Scavenger Hunt. This will begin on Tuesday, Sep. 3 and continue …read more.

WARSAW — 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 Office at (574) 267-5667. Please Read Our Disclaimer All warrants are the property of Kosciusko County. The age …read more.

  NORTH WEBSTER — Books by the bushel will be available at the fall book sale sponsored by Friends of North Webster Community Public Library Thursday, Sept. 19 through Saturday, Sept. 21. Hundreds of good quality, gently used books, DVDs, and puzzles will be on sale at bargain prices with proceeds going to support the …read more.

SILVER LAKE — A golf cart incident claimed the life of Cynthia Owens, 65, Silver Lake, Saturday afternoon. Emergency personnel were called to CR 100W, south of CR 1200S, southeast of Silver Lake at 4:25 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7. The caller reported an unresponsive female next to a golf cart. The initial arriving law enforcement …read more.

  WARSAW — Another successful Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory Family Safety Day was held today, Saturday, Sept. 7, at Center Lake Park. Parents brought their children; grandparents brought grandchildren; aunts and uncles brought nieces and nephews and adults came on their own. Thousands participated in a day of fun and educational opportunities for all ages. K-9 …read more.

By Laurie Voss, Circulation Supervisor WARSAW — National Library Card Sign-Up Month is September and we at the Warsaw Community Public Library would like to encourage you to get yours. Studies show that children who read perform better in school. Reading early supports cognitive development, improves language skills, prepares for academic success, promotes concentration and …read more.

SYRACUSE — There will be an open house from 5 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10, for the Wawasee High School super mileage car that competed in London, England, in early July. Staff and students will be available to answer questions about the car and their trip. Enter the high school through door No. 17 …read more.

SYRACUSE — With plans to take a year off from work, Jace Morgan and his wife, Rikki, bought a 25-foot sailboat from a marina in Syracuse, named it SugarBaby and did a complete restoration. Throughout the summer they lived on their boat on Lake Wawasee on and off. He had his own business and Rikki was a Spanish teacher at Wawasee High School. They gave up their stable jobs, their home and their cars to begin a new adventure living and traveling on the SugarBaby.

By CYNTHIA CATES Executive Director Kosciusko Literacy Services WARSAW — Camila is a Read to Grow Children’s Book Club graduate who is now in kindergarten at Lincoln Elementary. Read to Grow is administered by Kosciusko Literacy Services and is a countywide program. Camila is doing very well in school having mastered colors, counting, numbers, and …read more.

An amateurish attempt to have city council candidate Chris Plack’s name stricken from the fall ballot died quickly Friday. A letter attacking Plack’s candidacy as an independent candidate had been sent to local media, but the issue was set aside by the Kosciusko County Election Board after reviewing the circumstances in a meeting Friday morning. …read more.

WARSAW — 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 Office at (574) 267-5667. Please Read Our Disclaimer All warrants are the property of Kosciusko County. The age …read more.

LEESBURG — Leesburg Grace Church invites the community to the annual Park and Play: Classic Car Cruise-In from 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28. The event is held at 101 W. School St., across from the little league fields. The First ten classic cars registered receive a $10 gift card. Peoples choice award winners …read more.

WARSAW — On Aug. 18, at the Scottish Rite Cathedral in Indianapolis, Keely Roe was crowned by Indiana Job’s Daughters as Junior Miss Indiana. Roe is the daughter of Terrence and Lori Roe, Warsaw. She has a younger brother, Griffin, and is a freshman at Warsaw Community High School. Roe also participates in her school …read more.

A hot dog eating contest, dance performances, a display of a few Porsches and live music were the highlights of Warsaw’s First Friday, tonight, Friday, Sept. 6, in downtown Warsaw. A light rain and temperatures in the low 60s didn’t keep some people away for the event. Joseph “Cole” Shepherd, Earl Frantz and Adam Harrington …read more.

WARSAW — A judge has ruled that homeowners are entitled to a permanent injunction that will once again prohibit almost all motorized racing at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds. The ruling by Special Judge Stephen R. Bowers was issued on Sept. 3 and represents a significant defeat for members of the fair board who began allowing …read more.

WARSAW — MudLOVE is celebrating its 10th anniversary by continuing to give back to others through a party and fundraiser in Winona Lake on Saturday, Sept. 7, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. In September 2009, MudLOVE was started by Luke Wright out of a garage. The organization quickly outgrew the garage and moved to …read more.

WARSAW — In response to the release of ILEARN results to the public this week, four superintendents in Kosciusko County school districts issued the following letter Friday, Sept. 6: Dear Kosciusko County parents and shareholders: Indiana Department of Education recently released scores from the latest version of state testing. The results of ILEARN indicated lower …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Board of Works on Friday, Sept. 6, approved the first step toward moving Mantis Skate Park to Richardson-Dubois Park along East Market Street. Parks Recreation Director Sheila Wieringa presented a concept design contract for the park relocation with American Ramp Company, Joplin, Mo., in the amount of $7,500. The company currently …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Kosciusko Literacy Services is hosting the 2019 Author Dinner “How William Became Shakespeare” on Thursday, Sept. 19, at The Owl’s Nest in North Webster. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The dinner raises much needed funds to provide literacy services. Tickets are $100, of which $65 is tax-deductible as allowed by law. There …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a Paint in the Park Jr. Program at 6 p.m. Friday, Sept.  20. This is a junior edition of the traditional Paint in the Park program. The $15 Registration fee includes all supplies and instruction. The event is open for ages 8-13. For more information …read more.

ALBION — Imagine waking up to the sounds of the lions roaring, birds calling and wolves howling. That’s the opportunity that awaits those who sign up for the annual Roar ‘n’ Snore at Black Pine scheduled this year for Saturday, Sept. 14. The family-oriented event has been going on for more than 10 years. Participants …read more.

SYRACUSE – LCA used to second-half goals to take down Wawasee, 3-0, in girls soccer Thursday night.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Scott Eberly is the guy behind the scenes at Manchester University who sets up hundreds of chairs for commencement and steps out the spacing for each row. This summer, he and his crew of students worked tirelessly to move staff and faculty members into nearly 100 different offices. On Aug. 29, the …read more.

WARSAW — Improvements at the US 30 and Parker Street intersection — one of the busiest intersections in Kosciusko County — are beginning today, Friday, Sept. 6. The Indiana Department of Transportation is in charge of the intersection improvement project. The state is also working on the Argonne Road intersection along US 30 to improve …read more.

WARSAW — An Albion man was recently arrested after allegedly selling methamphetamine to an undercover officer on two occasions. Kevin Michael Klaehn, 27, 266 E. CR 400S, Albion, is charged with dealing in methamphetamine, a level 2 felony; possession of methamphetamine and dealing in methamphetamine enhancing circumstances, both level 3 felonies; dealing in methamphetamine, a …read more.

WARSAW — Organizers of The Kosciusko Kettleheads Homebrew Club held their ninth annual HomebrewFest June 22 at The Garden at Cerulean in Winona Lake. Patrons sampled over 40 homemade beers and ciders. About $6,681 in net proceeds were donated to Combined Community Services.

WARSAW — An alcoholic beverage permit transfer for the Phillips 66 Convenience Store in Warsaw was denied during the Kosciusko County Alcohol and Tobacco Commission meeting on Thursday, Sept. 5. The business, located at 2518 E. Center St., has not had a representative present at any board meeting regarding the permit transfer since July. An …read more.

WARSAW — A report of a drowning on the city’s north side turned out to be a false alarm, Warsaw Police said late Thursday afternoon. Dispatch received a report of an apparent drowning about 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5,  inside a fenced-in pond west of Canterbury House Apartments on Husky Trail. Fire and police responded …read more.

WARSAW — Indiana’s electric cooperatives and their statewide magazine, Indiana Connection, are accepting applications for awards that recognize the community spirit of Indiana’s youth. The Youth Power and Hope Awards program honors Indiana students in fifth through eighth grades who are leaders in their communities. Five winners will be selected to travel to Indianapolis in …read more.

WARSAW — The Indiana Department of Education publicly released statewide results of the Spring 2019 ILEARN results on Wednesday, Sept. 4. ILEARN recently replaced the former state assessment program known as ISTEP+. However, in comparison to past ISTEP+ scores, ILEARN showed lower achievement levels across the state in both language arts and mathematics. According to …read more.

WARSAW — A one-car accident at the corner of West Winona Avenue and South Hand Avenue in Warsaw left the vehicle in a precarious position Thursday afternoon, Sept. 5. The driver of a Mercedes apparently failed to negotiate a curve as he traveled on Winona Avenue and onto South Hand Avenue. The vehicle struck two …read more.

WARSAW — Dr. Rudy Kachmann, neurosurgeon and wellness expert, will be speaking at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, in the KCH Administration Classroom. His lecture is titled, “The Science of Exercise.” Community members are welcome to attend. If interested in attending, call (574) 529-2652 and your name will be added to the RSVP list. Enter …read more.

WARSAW — The Kiwanis Club of Warsaw raised $62,441.29 to help eliminate maternal and neonatal tetanus from the face of the Earth. MNT steals the lives of 34,000 babies every year, and Kiwanis clubs are raising money to provide vaccinations for mothers and babies, all to prevent this deadly disease. “It was important for our …read more.

VALPARAISO — A man was shot by a state trooper Wednesday night after police say he stole a maintenance truck on the Toll Road. Officials say the incident began when the Valparaiso Police Department received a call about three males allegedly attempting to break into cars around 2 p.m. today. Police saw a vehicle that …read more.

WARSAW — Deputies at the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office were recently treated to a special delivery — pizza, courtesy of an 11-year-old Warsaw boy. Haiden Hastings, a sixth grader at Washington Elementary School, did chores to earn money to purchase several pizzas for the deputies. Kosciusko Sheriff Kyle P. Dukes shared the story of Haiden’s …read more.

WABASH — Entries will be accepted for the annual Clark Gallery Photography Show from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23. The exhibit will be on display at the Honeywell Center Sept. 26 through Nov. 4. Scholarship for the exhibit is provided by Harmon Photography. Professional and amateur photographers may enter up to three …read more.

WARSAW — Enjoy a car show, musical performance, and hot dog eating contest during First Friday from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 6, at the courthouse square in downtown Warsaw. The event’s theme is “Bringing Hope.” Community awareness booths such as All Things New, Combined Community Services, and The Bowen Center, will be at …read more.

WARSAW — McAlister’s Deli in Warsaw will be hosting a “Give Back” event for Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department all day on Saturday, Sept. 7. Parks staff will be on-site from noon until 5 p.m. with information about programs and events. While there, you can sign up to win a pair of seats to our …read more.

WASHINGTON D.C. — U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Mike Braun (R-Ind.) applauded the announcement Wednesday, Sept. 4, by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that Indiana will receive $18,147,223 in grant funding to help address the opioid crisis. “As I travel across Indiana it is clear that no community has been spared …read more.

COLUMBIA CITY — Northeastern REMC has sent crews and equipment to Florida to assist in Hurricane Dorian recovery efforts. The storm is expected to create widespread property and infrastructure damage throughout Florida and the southeastern part of the country. Four lineworkers from Northeastern REMC, headquartered in Columbia City, joined a group of lineworkers from across …read more.

SYRACUSE — For several years, ISTEP+ was sharply criticized as not being a true reflection of how public school students are actually performing in classrooms. Beginning in the spring of 2019, it was replaced by a new state assessment known as ILEARN. Results of the first ILEARN testing were released publicly Wednesday, Sept. 4, by …read more.

ATWOOD — Even at the age of 12, Jim Irwin knew what he wanted to do in life. “I wanted to coach and teach,” he said. And so he did for more than 35 years. Irwin grew up on a farm along CR 650W about a mile north of Atwood. He later graduated from the …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Grace College School of Business will offer Kauffman FastTrac classes in Spanish for individuals who want to start or grow a business. Classes will meet from 6-8:30 p.m. Thursday evenings starting Sept. 26. The program will be seven weeks long and will be instructed by Grace business professors at the Manahan …read more.

WARSAW — Ribbon cutting dedications were held Wednesday afternoon at Kelly Park, a hidden gem in the Warsaw Parks system. The first ribbon cutting was for four dedicated pickleball courts followed by a ribbon cutting for new playground equipment. A large group of pickleballers, members of the PickleBall Phanatics, were on hand and ready to …read more.

WARSAW — Adapt. Overcome. Live. When it comes to pursuing a dream while facing statements like “You can’t do that” or “That’s impossible for you,” adapting, overcoming, and living life to the fullest is Joe Secrist’s motto. Secrist, who is legally blind, has held many titles in his lifetime, from skydiving instructor and martial artist to …read more.

Chris Scheeren, of Blue Barn Berry Farm, left, speaks to the plan commission about the rezoning request. WARSAW — During the Kosciusko County Area Plan Commission held this afternoon, Wednesday, Sept. 4, The Blue Barn Berry Farm made it through one of its hurdles to continue operating as an event venue. The Blue Barn Berry …read more.

*WARNING: The following article contains information that may not be suitable for all readers* WARSAW — A Warsaw man was recently arrested for sexual battery after a woman said she woke up to find a man on top of her and engaging in intercourse. Robert Paul Snell, 44, 920 Anchorage Road, Warsaw, is being charged …read more.

WARSAW — Grissom Air Force Base will host the 2019 Air and Space Expo this weekend, Sept. 7-8. It has been 15 years since the base hosted its last air show and plans to headline this year’s show with the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. The Thunderbirds are the Air Force’s premier aerial demonstration team and …read more.

BOURBON — Recent construction of a new activities center at the Triton High School has left the Bourbon Gym (also known as the Bourbon Community Building) with an uncertain future. As a result, Triton School Corporation is inviting proposals for the long-term lease or sale of the gym, seeking individuals or organizations with ideas for …read more.

WARSAW — Firefighters with the Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory have added a drone and an inflatable rescue boat to their arsenal of equipment. Fire Chief Michael Wilson informed the fire territory board on Tuesday, Sept. 3, that they had taken possession of a new drone and boat. He said the drone will be used for numerous …read more.