WARSAW — Members of the 9/11 Memorial Remembrance Committee will host its 18th commemoration of the tragedies of Sept. 11, 2001, at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11, at Center Lake Pavilion. The featured speaker this year is Tinisha Weigelt, district director for Congressman Jim Banks, who represents a part of Kosciusko County in Washington, D.C. …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A North Webster man was recently arrested after allegedly having three girls pose for inappropriate pictures and engaging in sex with a child. William James Rex, 35, 8534 E. Bond St., North Webster, is charged with sexual misconduct with a minor, a level 4 felony; two counts of child exploitation, level 5 …read more.

WARSAW — New details about the man who was found dead along McKenna Road Monday have been released in a new Crime Stoppers promotion. The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the death of 20-year-old Indianapolis man, Ty Brown, whose body was found about 5 a.m. Monday along McKenna Road near Little Barbee Lake. …read more.

WARSAW — Scouts from Troop 715 in Warsaw and Winona Lake and Troop 782 from Burket hiked through part of southern Indiana this summer. Everything they needed for four days had to be carried on their backs. This included food, sleeping gear, clothes, small LP single burner camp stoves, and most importantly, water.   Their …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Lady Warriors split their NLC-opener with Plymouth and Northridge Tuesday, while the Warriors fell short in both legs of the three-way on senior night.

WARSAW — During a relatively short Warsaw Common Council meeting held tonight, Tuesday, Sept. 3, the council unanimously approved an ordinance establishing deer nuisance areas in the city. The ordinance determines the existence of deer nuisance areas within the city limits and sets the dates when task force archers can hunt whitetail deer in the …read more.

From left, former Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputy Chris Rager and Sheriff Kyle Dukes. WARSAW — A former Kosciusko County Sheriff’s deputy has filed paperwork with the county announcing plans to file suit against Sheriff Kyle Dukes over what is described in a letter as political “retaliation.” Chris Rager and Dukes were among four candidates who …read more.

WARSAW — Charles “Chuck” Brower was honored as Veteran of the Month at the Kosciusko Commissioners meeting held Tuesday, Sept. 3. Brower was born in 1926 to Victor and Lela Brower of Dowagiac, Mich. The family moved to Indiana and lived in the Pierceton and North Webster area. Brower is the fifth son out of …read more.

By Darla McCammon KOSCIUSKO — Not many artists can claim their work to be in the collection of a President of the United States. Diane Overmyer had this distinction when her work was added to the collection of President Barack and Michelle Obama.  Overmyer’s other achievements take up over three pages of listings that include …read more.

WARSAW — Police have released the name of a young man who was found unresponsive on McKenna Road near Little Barbee Lake early Monday morning. Investigators continue to search for information regarding the death of Ty Sawyer Lee Brown, 20, of Indianapolis, according to a news release from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office. Brown was …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools recently announced this year’s WCS School Board Scholarship awardees. Recipients of this scholarship for WCS staff will receive $4,000 toward their education pursuing a post-baccalaureate degree in education, administration or other content areas specific to their career fields with WCS. Scholarship awardees include David Burden, STEM instructional coach; Crystal Kreider, …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman was recently arrested after allegedly battering a child in a residence containing drug paraphernalia. Jessica Nicole Dye, 35, 3750 Lake City Highway No. 20, Warsaw, is charged with domestic battery to a person less than 14 years of age by a person at least 18 years of age and neglect …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko Commissioners approved a grant request regarding school bus stop arm violations during a regular meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 3. The Stop Arm Violation Enforcement, or SAVE, grant focuses on a coordinated effort to improve compliance with school bus stop arms. The program’s goal is to prevent violations by increasing patrols. “It allows …read more.

ALBION — Michele Bricker, Noble County Treasurer, announced plans for the Noble County tax sale is scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 18. The tax sale will be held in the Dekko Meeting Room at the Noble County Office Complex – South, 2090 N. SR 9, Albion.     Real estate properties become eligible for …read more.

WARSAW — A North Webster man was recently arrested after allegedly removing his tracking device while on home detention. Kenneth Lee Sanchez, 21, 309 S. Main St., North Webster; also showing an address of 105 S. Wabash St. No. 2, Converse, is charged with escape, a level 6 felony. On Jan. 16, Sanchez was found …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb has announced that Indiana farmers are eligible for assistance under a secretarial natural disaster designation by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. This was in response to a letter Gov. Holcomb sent to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue in July, requesting assistance due to the excessive rain and flooding …read more.

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WARSAW — NIPSCO is having a planned power outage for Tuesday, Sept. 3 for a small area in Warsaw. This will cause a disruption in the traffic signal at Detroit St. and Winona Ave. from approximately 10 a.m. until noon.  Indiana Department of Transportation has been notified.  The outage will affect businesses and residents in …read more.

  WARSAW — A slight risk for severe storms exists Tuesday night, Sept. 3, for northern Indiana that could bring with it damaging winds and large hail, the National Weather Service said.  The forecast for this afternoon predicts partly sunny skies and a high near 84. Wind will increase this afternoon with gusts up to …read more.

FORT WAYNE — The Indiana State Police will be holding the second annual ISP Information and Fitness Workshop from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, at the Indiana Tech campus in Fort Wayne. Grab workout gear and join in with troopers preparing for the physical abilities test. Get more information about the hiring …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is seeking help from the public concerning “an unresponsive man” found near North Barbee Road Monday morning, Sept. 2. In a statement posted on the sheriff’s Facebook page, officials are asking about details involving a man found at about 5 a.m. Monday. He was found on McKenna Road near JT’s Lakeside …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 Office at (574) 267-5667. Please Read Our Disclaimer All warrants are the property of Kosciusko County. The …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Community Public Library will host its 13th annual North Webster Cemetery Walk from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8. As the library conducts guided walking tours through North Webster Cemetery, enactors will be stationed throughout the cemetery portraying individuals buried there, telling their life stories and relating local history. …read more.

  WARSAW — After waiting out a long, wet spring, a group of conservationists was able to clear a path along the Tippecanoe River just north of the Chinworth Bridge on Waraw’s west side on Saturday, Aug. 31. Members of Paddlers For Conservation (P4C) normally begin working to clear logjams from the river beginning in …read more.

WARSAW — Fire caused heavy damage to a mobile home in Hideaway Hills Saturday night. Dispatchers were alerted at 8:01 p.m. about heavy smoke coming from the home at lot 46. The home was fully engulfed when firefighters arrived. It was under control by 8:44 p.m., according to dispatch. Nobody was believed to be inside …read more.

WARSAW — United Way of Kosciusko County discovered new ways to give back as part of its annual Days of Caring event. A call went out for help and more than 300 volunteers from 14 companies stepped up to complete over 50 projects across Kosciusko County. “United Way works hard to connect people to meaningful …read more.

By Denise Keller, Adults Programming Administrator WARSAW — During the month of September we are getting really creative. We start off the month with “I am Groot,” an acrylic painting on canvas, taught by Susie Schaetzle at 6 p.m. on Sept. 9.  All supplies are included in the price of $20, due at registration. At 5:30 …read more.

WARSAW — There is a lingering chance of rain overnight and through Sunday, Sept. 1, the National Weather Service predicts. Saturday’s forecast for Kosciusko County calls for partly sunny skies with a high near 76. The overnight low will be about 60 and there is a chance of rain possible before daylight Sunday. Sunday and …read more.

MILFORD — Milford Public Library is celebrating a year of digital magazines by adding even more options for patron’s viewing pleasure. Digital magazines have proved to be a very popular item. Over 3,100 were checked out in the last twelve months —approximately 60 titles a week. Be on the lookout for new popular titles such …read more.

There’s a lot of movement in downtown Warsaw right now in addition to the decision by Three Crowns Coffee owner Tim Hori to soon move his business to North Detroit Street, which we reported Friday.  The following is a recap of other happenings in a one-block area of the city. To begin with, Lyle Shrock, owner …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 Office at (574) 267-5667. Please Read Our Disclaimer All warrants are the property of Kosciusko County. The …read more.

AKRON – Tippecanoe Valley scored in the final two minutes to beat Northfield, 28-21, Friday night in its home opener.

WARSAW — Two Warsaw residents were recently arrested for drug charges after officers responded to a vehicle suspiciously parked at Walmart. Tara Rae Holbrook, 35, and Keith Allen Waldridge, 29, both of 3697 N. Oakwood Drive, Warsaw, are being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C …read more.

WARSAW — Three Crowns Coffee, one of two coffee shops in downtown Warsaw, will soon be relocating. Tim Hori, who bought Three Crowns Coffee in 2018, is in the midst of remodeling the old Korky Koors gas station on North Detroit Street for the future home of Three Crowns. He’s hoping to have the Detroit …read more.

  Monica Kelsey, the founder of Safe Haven Baby Box, talks to a crowd of about 60 people Friday, Aug. 30, during an unveiling of a baby box at fire station No. 2 in Warsaw. InkFreeNews photos by Dan Spalding. WARSAW — Community leaders and supporters of the right-to-life movement welcomed the arrival of a …read more.

FRENCH LICK – Accelerate Indiana Municipalities (Aim) announced Friday, Aug. 30, that Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer was elected to succeed Huntingburg’s Denny Spinner in 2020 as the association’s president. Thallemer was elected by the membership this week at 2019 Aim Ideas Summit in French Lick.  “Mayor Thallemer is a smart and innovative municipal leader with …read more.

MICHIGAN CITY — Prison Warden Ron Neal announced that the Indiana State Prison was certified as fully compliant with the National Prison Rape Elimination Act. Full certification involves 100% compliance with each of the 43 standards and subsections,189 in total. The Indiana State Prison met all the standards required for compliance and exceeded the standards …read more.

MILFORD — Three men are facing felony charges after police say they burglarized a Milford home earlier this year, taking rare coins and jewelry. Kyle Thomas Henson, 34, 211 S. Higbee St., Milford; Travis Henson,1840 Raleigh Ave., Kendallville; and Patrick Manges, 905 N. Main St. Milford; are all being charged with burglary, a level 4 …read more.

Editor’s note: This story has been edited to reflect that it is not open to the public and is instead intended for guests of the park. PIERCETON — A local rock band is hosting a public (all ages) dance party this weekend at Jellystone Park in Pierceton. John Finken, a longtime local rock and roll …read more.

  KOSCIUSKO — Kosciusko County could be on the verge of implementing a new countywide communications system. Kosciusko County Commissioners recently became involved in the quest to find a resolution for radio communication issues that have existed in recent years between local public service agencies. The commissioners formed a communications committee, consisting of representatives from …read more.

WARSAW — The Indiana Department of Transportation recently announced that pipe liner installation is scheduled to begin on SR 15 in Warsaw on or after Tuesday, Sept. 3, weather permitting. Drivers will see work occurring on the shoulders between Anchorage Road and Jalynn Street in the city of Warsaw. INDOT reminds drivers to be cautious …read more.

WASHINGTON D.C. — Congressman Jim Banks announced plans for a member of his staff to visit Warsaw and Columbia City on Thursday, September 5. The staffer will be available to meet with local residents and assist with problems with a federal agency. Banks’ staff will be in the council chambers at Warsaw City Hall from …read more.

PIERCETON — A Warsaw man was recently arrested after allegedly battering a woman and threatening to shoot a police officer. Bobby Lee Shelton, 39, 3699 N. CR 175E, Warsaw, is charged with intimidation to a law enforcement officer and domestic battery with a child under 16 present, level 6 felonies; domestic battery and resisting law …read more.

WARSAW — Four people were injured and taken to local hospitals after a two-vehicle accident occurred in Warsaw at 10:13 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 29. Jaya Panicker, 17, Old Orchard Drive, Warsaw, was traveling east on West Prairie Street, approaching the Buffalo Street intersection. She told officers that she had a green light and proceeded into …read more.

MILFORD — A Milford man was recently arrested after allegedly battering a pregnant woman and three children. Robert Eugene Belt, Jr., 30, 309 S. Henry St., Milford, is charged with domestic battery to a pregnant woman, a level 5 felony; two counts of battery to a person less than 14 years of age by a …read more.

WARSAW — The closing of local offices in observance of the Labor Day holiday Monday, Sept. 2, will result in some changes for trash collection. According to town officials: Warsaw’s Monday’s trash route will be serviced Tuesday, Sept. 3. All other routes will remain the same. Syracuse trash normally picked up Monday will be picked …read more.

Pictured, from left, are Drake Price and U.S. Senator Todd Young. InkFreeNews photos by Liz Shepherd. WARSAW — US Senator Todd Young visited Lincoln Elementary School on Thursday, Aug. 29, to recognize student Drake Price as an honorary member of the United States Capitol Police Force. “Drake has big goals in life and he’s been …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Have you ever wondered how people took care of their teeth in the days before North Manchester became a town? What did people use before they were able to pick up a tube of toothpaste at the local drugstore? As it turns out, it sometimes involved the ashes of ox hooves and …read more.

WARSAW — A Schoolcraft, Mich., man was sentenced to four years at the Indiana Department of Corrections Thursday, Aug. 29, after burglarizing several storage units. Andrew James Futymoski, 29, 10635 W. West Ave., Schoolcraft, Mich., is being charged with four counts of burglary, all level 5 felonies. Three charges of theft and one charge of …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER  — The Indiana Department of Transportation announced plans to close SR 13 in Kosciusko County on or after Tuesday, Sept. 3, for construction that will continue through late November. The work will take place on the bridge over Tippecanoe River, between Backwater Road and East Esterbrook Drive, according to INDOT. The closure will …read more.

WARSAW — Parkview Warsaw YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program will be offered from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23, and will meet weekly. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 29 million adults in the United States have diabetes and 86 million adults have pre-diabetes. This means that one out of three people …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was recently arrested after allegedly hitting a bicyclist with a vehicle. Dominique Demond Richardson, 28, 620 N. Zimmer Road, Warsaw, is charged with battery while armed with a deadly weapon, a level 5 felony; criminal recklessness while armed with a deadly weapon and leaving the scene of a personal injury …read more.

SYRACUSE — Chautauqua-Wawasee and Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum have collaborated to develop an exciting series of three programs that explore the history of Native Americans in northeastern Indiana. Each of the three one-hour programs will be presented over a three-day period, Sept. 5-7, at the Syracuse Community Center,  1013 North Long Drive, in Syracuse offered free of …read more.

WARSAW — Two people were taken to the hospital after a two-vehicle accident Wednesday morning, Aug. 28. At 8:56 a.m. Wednesday, Aug, 28, officers with the Warsaw Police Department responded to a two-vehicle accident on Lake City Highway, east of Parker Street, Warsaw. Jessie L. Savant, 77, West Winona Avenue, Warsaw, was traveling north on …read more.

SYRACUSE — During its meeting Tuesday, Aug. 27, the Syracuse-Wawasee Park Foundation reviewed finances and a report from the Kosciusko County Community Foundation in regards to the Syracuse Community Center endowment, which it manages. Foundation treasurer Tom Edington talked about the finances from the month ending July 2019, which included funds for the Syracuse-Wawasee Trails. He …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Whitko Community Schools has been contacted by Norfolk Southern railroad concerning the closure of all railroad crossings in South Whitley Thursday morning August 29, 2019. Norfolk Southern will attempt to get the State Street crossing open prior to school dismissing Thursday afternoon but will not guarantee it, according to a news release …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College is expanding recruitment efforts to international students in southeast Asia. The initiative aims to reflect a biblical worldview, enrich the student experience on campus and enhance enrollment. “Grace has an amazing opportunity to move to the next level in fulfilling our biblical and educational potential by reaching beyond our borders …read more.

WARSAW — Another barrier has fallen and the ink is flowing. While Warsaw has had numerous tattoo parlors over the years, the number doubled from two to four Tuesday after a pair of businesses won approval to operate from the city board of zoning appeals. Empire Ink owner Mike Vest was approved for a special …read more.

WARSAW – The future of the CCAC could take a turn for the better with the proposition of a new indoor facility.

PIERCETON — Jeffrey Miller may be an IT geek, but when he’s not at work, he’s an outdoorsman. Miller is senior network engineer for CTB Inc., Milford, and has spent 19 years with information technology systems. He spends a lot of his time with computers. But when he leaves the office, his attention is drawn …read more.

SYRACUSE — Many students in this year’s senior class at Wawasee High School were born in 2001. As a way to remember Sept. 11, 2001, Wawasee Performing Arts will be presenting “110 Stories” based on the book of the same name by Sarah Tuft. This two-hour performance will take place beginning at 7 p.m. Wednesday, …read more.

FULTON COUNTY — The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office and Fulton County Crimestoppers are 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 Fulton County Crimestoppers at (574) 223-7867. Please Read Our Disclaimer All warrants are the property of …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Career Center offers monthly workshops that can be completed in increments, with assessments and certifications upon completion. This is the place people can prepare for a growing business and manufacturing world that demands more digital literacy and online and technical skills. The Beaman Home Outreach Hours Every Tuesday The Beaman Home …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse-Wawesee Rotary Club presents Fall Mardi Gras from 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, on the SS Lillypad on Lake Wawasee. The evening will include music by the French Quarter Performance, appetizers, cash bar, raffles and more. Tickets are $30 with all proceeds going to support the Rotary Scout Lodge. For  more information or …read more.

Brandon Lee Schoetzow BOURBON — The second suspect in the burglary of the Bourbon Liquor Store and the Bourbon Country Church has been identified and is incarcerated in the Kosciusko County Jail for unrelated events. Brandon Lee Schoetzow, 24, with an address of 1520 E. Winona Ave., Warsaw, originally from the Marcellus/Dowagiac, Mich., area, was …read more.

ROCHESTER — The Fulton County Sheriff’s Department was involved in two police pursuits, leading to the arrests of two people on Tuesday, Aug. 27. Ebony A. Williams Jr., 19, 336 Butternut St., Benton Harbor, Mich., is being held on initial charges of auto theft, resisting law enforcement with a vehicle, reckless driving, operating a vehicle …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested last week after being sought for months on drug-related charges that stem from multiple incidents dating back nearly a year. Daniel Craig Holbrook, 24, 1113 E. Fort Wayne St., Warsaw, is charged in two separate cases with two counts of possession of methamphetamine, one a level 5 felony …read more.

WABASH — A limited number of tickets remain available for the Foreigner concert on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at the Honeywell Center. Special guest Damon Mitchell from Fort Wayne will open the evening with music from the 60’s and 70’s.  With 10 multi-platinum albums and 16 Top 30 hits, Foreigner is one of the most popular rock acts …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2, in observance of Labor Day. 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, Sept. 3, and continue until Monday, Sept. 30. Each …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER—  Spend some quality bonding time with your baby or toddler at Lapsit Story Time, held at 11 a.m. every Tuesday and Friday starting Sept. 3, at North Webster Community Public Library. While sitting on their parent or caregiver’s lap, the little ones explore books and stories, sing songs with simple hand motions and …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools would like to remind parents of the deadline to purchase optional Apple iPad insurance is fast approaching. In order to receive coverage for the 2019-2020 school year, parents will need to purchase insurance no later than Friday, Aug. 30, according to a news release from the school district. Parents will …read more.

WARSAW — Shortly before 9 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 28, Lutheran EMS and Warsaw first responders were called to US 30 and Parker Street in Warsaw where it was reported that a T-bone accident occurred involving two vehicles. Traffic in the eastbound and westbound lanes of US 30 were both temporarily slowed as a result of …read more.

WARSAW — Troopers with the Indiana State Police Bremen Post will be partnering with local law enforcement in Kosciusko County by conducting a sobriety checkpoint at an undisclosed location in Kosciusko County on the night of Friday, August 30. The checkpoint will be operated from 10 p.m. until midnight as part of the Drive Sober …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Allison Goetcheus has been named director of civic engagement and Title IX coordinator at Manchester University in northeast Indiana. She was director of the MU Center for Service Opportunities for two years before assuming her new role. The North Manchester resident will direct the Title IX student conduct process while emphasizing restorative …read more.

WARSAW – The Bowen Center hosted US Rep. Jackie Walorski at its Warsaw outpatient office recently to highlight the mental health care services, addiction treatment and recovery options it provides to Indiana residents. Kurt Carlson, Bowen Center president and CEO, said Bowen Center’s approach to treating the whole person by not only providing appropriate mental …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Craving a new pontoon or a Polaris Ranger? Could you use $12,000? Buy a raffle ticket for the 11th annual North Webster Community Center Dinner, Auction and Raffle and one of these may go home with you. Other raffle prizes are $200 a month in free groceries for a year and $100 …read more.

WARSAW — North Boeing Road from East 200 North to East Bell Drive in Warsaw will be closed beginning Wednesday, August 28.  The closure is expected to last three to four weeks.  During this closure, thru traffic will not have access; however, businesses will have access from at least one direction onto their property, according …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Community YMCA will host its first celebrating survivorship Lunch n’ Learn program from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sept. 9. The topic is “drumming.” The event will be held in the Parkview Center for Healthy Living. This time of learning and support is free to cancer survivors and their spouses, family …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Elks Lodge recently presented the Kosciusko County Community Foundation with a check for $2,720 from its 13th Annual Jimmy Baker Memorial Diabetes Fund golf scramble, held at Rozella Ford Golf Course July 14. A field of 88 participated in the outing, which was followed by a steak dinner at the Elks …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Gov. Eric J. Holcomb presented Hoosier humanitarian Dr. George Rapp, Lake Wawasee and Indianapolis, with the 2019 Sachem Award, the state’s highest honor, during a ceremony at the Indiana State Museum Tuesday, Aug. 27. Rapp has been a medical pioneer, champion of education and supporter of the arts throughout his life. The Sachem …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools is reminding parents the deadline to purchase optional Apple iPad insurance is fast approaching. In order to receive coverage for the 2019-2020 school year parents will need to purchase insurance no later than Aug. 30. Parents will need their child’s student number. For assistance with receiving this, please visit PowerSchool or …read more.

WABASH — The United States Air Force Shades of Blue Jazz Ensemble will perform at the Honeywell Center on Tues., Sept. 10 at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. Shades of Blue features professional musicians and vocalists, and aims to inspire patriotism, connect communities with military service members, and honor veterans. …read more.

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03) announced that he will host a U.S. service academy briefing Sept. 7, at Warsaw Community High School for local students who are interested in attending one of the five U.S. service academies. “I am honored every year to meet young, patriotic Hoosiers determined to attend one of our …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Attorney General Curtis Hill on Monday urged the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to encourage telecom companies to implement call blocking and call authentication solutions that would protect consumers from illegal robocalls and spoofing. Today’s comment letter to the FCC comes after Attorney General Hill last week led a coalition of 51 attorneys general …read more.

WARSAW — The car involved in Monday evening’s hit-and-run accident was found unoccupied at an East Clark Street residence. At 7:51 p.m. Monday, Aug. 26, officers with the Warsaw Police Department responded to a report of a hit-and-run accident involving a bicyclist and a vehicle. The bicyclist, Cory M. Thomas, 42, Warsaw, was traveling east …read more.

By Darla McCammon The first time I saw work by Terry Redlin, it took my breath away. We were on our way to our favorite fishing haunt in Ontario, Canada, when we stopped at the border crossing at International Falls. We usually made a pit stop at a local shop because of their monetary exchange …read more.

WARSAW — Shelly Wilfong’s career has been a study in stark contrasts. As an expert in analytics, or the heavily left-brained study of statistics and trends, Wilfong is perpetually absorbed in the cold, exacting world of mathematics. However, for nearly two decades, she moonlighted as a volunteer firefighter, a hot, stifling career that requires the …read more.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services’ board of directors has announced the hiring of longtime educator Randy Polston as its new executive director.  Polston comes to CCS following a four-decade career as a local educator — 34 years with Warsaw Community Schools and eight years at Grace College. During his time at WCS, Polston taught elementary …read more.

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WARSAW — Police are investigating a hit-and-run involving a bicyclist that happened Monday night, Aug. 26, on Market Street near Hickory shortly before 8 p.m. The accident appears to have been preceded by a confrontation between a group of people in a car and a man on the bicycle. Police declined immediate comment, but a …read more.

WARSAW — In a lengthy Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals meeting Monday night, Aug. 26, the board gave approvals to two tattoo studios looking to open their businesses in the area. The first case on the agenda was a variance request by Nathan Prieshoff to allow a tattoo parlor in a C-4 zoning district at …read more.

SYRACUSE — Kaitlyn Burger, a student at Manchester University, has been recognized by The Kroger Company Foundation as a 2019 Kroger Scholar, receiving a $2,500 scholarship. Burger is receiving this award for the second consecutive year, receiving a total of $5,000 to apply to tuition and related expenses. “Kroger Scholars is a tuition-assistance program that …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee High School will host “Indiana Gets Girl Powered!” in October. The event is intended to provide a welcoming environment for young women to network with each other and make contact with women mentors in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math. The program will consist of an icebreaker activity, discussion sessions …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Beaman Home is hosting its inaugural Angel 5K Run and Community Block Party in late September.

The Safe Haven Baby Box on East Center Street will be operational beginning Friday, Aug. 30. InkFreeNews photo by Dan Spalding. WARSAW —  Supporters of Safe Haven Baby Box, along with city and township officials, will celebrate the opening of the newest Safe Haven Baby Box on Friday morning, Aug. 30 in Warsaw. The newest …read more.

WARSAW — The Master Gardener Program will hold its first fall class meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24. The first class will serve as an introduction. During this program, you can learn all about horticulture, including plant science, plant nutrition, soils, pesticides, insect pests, vegetables, flowers, fruits, lawns and much more. In the first …read more.

WARSAW — In high school, Kevin Hines was performing on stage the moment an event shed light on his apparently inherited mental illness. On the day the San Francisco native decided to take his own life, a diverse cast of characters would play roles in the odds-defying odyssey that lead him to become a nationally-renowned …read more.

By Anna Jackson Young Adult Coordinator The Warsaw Community Public Library has something for people of all ages. From baby story time to adult computer classes, WCPL strives to provide entertaining and educational programming for every age demographic. This fall, WCPL is excited to begin offering several new programs for teens. Starting in September, the …read more.

WARSAW — A strong chance of rain Monday, Aug. 26, and Tuesday will be followed by sunny conditions for much of the rest of the workweek. The National Weather Service predicts Kosciusko County will see an increasing chance of rain through Monday with the greatest opportunity for rain at night. Periodic showers are possible through …read more.

WARSAW — The person killed in a construction site accident Friday has been identified. Cedric T. Barnett, 31, Elkhart, died at the scene after being run over by a front-end loader shortly before noon Friday at 2001 W. Winona Ave. Warsaw, according to Kosciusko County Coroner Tony Ciriello. The front-end loader was moving in reverse …read more.