ALLEN, DEKALB, NOBLE, STEUBEN AND WHITLEY COUNTIES – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that chip seal preservation is scheduled to begin on or after Monday, Aug. 26, weather permitting. Work is scheduled for various roadways in Allen, DeKalb, Noble and Steuben counties. Roadways to be chip sealed in the area are as follows: •S.R. …read more.

WARSAW – The fourth running of the Sweet Sassy Golf Classic had its best turnout yet.

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.

This article has been updated to reflect additional and/or corrected information. WINONA LAKE — The weather was perfect for Canal Days, held in Winona Lake Saturday, Aug. 24. The family-friendly event, featuring craft and art booths, food vendors and kids’ activities, drew a large crowd.  The main attraction was the 3rd annual Cardboard Boat Regatta, along …read more.

By Denise Keller, Adult Programming Coordinator WARSAW — The following programs are set to take place in September at the Warsaw Community Public Library. WorkOne computer and resume/interviewing classes. Contact the library for details. Friends of the Library will host its monthly meeting Sept. 3 at 1 p.m. and a mini book sale is scheduled …read more.

SILVER LAKE — A Silver Lake man was recently arrested after two women reported allegations of home improvement fraud. Lance Ronnie Boswell, Jr., 34, 302 W. Sycamore St., Silver Lake, is charged with two counts of home improvement fraud, two counts of forgery, two counts of identity deception, and two counts of theft, all level …read more.

It’s been five years since Warsaw City Council shot down an ordinance that would have allowed residents to have a few hens in their backyards, but according to two candidates, the issue is still on the minds of voters. Josh Finch and Chris Plack, both vying for the District 2 seat on council, said the …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.

WARSAW — The Tigers won and won big in their series-opener with Huntington North Friday night.

WARSAW — Actor and singer Emily Behny is back in Kosciusko County for a “Coming Home” benefit concert, designed to benefit All Things New in Warsaw. Behny is a Warsaw Community High School graduate, Ball State University alumnus, and Silver Lake native who has stepped into the shoes of several characters. She’s lived in New …read more.

WARSAW — At 11:52 a.m. Friday, Aug. 23, Warsaw police, along with other first responders, were dispatched to a workplace industrial accident involving a front-end loader at 2001 W. Winona Ave. This location is used as staging grounds and offices for Meade, a pipe-laying company contracted to do work for NIPSCO in the area. From …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Community Public Library will host its 13th annual Cemetery Walk from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8. Open to the public free of charge, this living history event is sponsored by the library’s Local History and Genealogy Center. During the cemetery walk, the library conducts guided walking tours through North Webster Cemetery where …read more.

LEESBURG — A Leesburg man was arrested following an argument that allegedly turned physical when a skateboard was thrown, injuring another man. Karsen Green, 18, 204 W. Prairie St., Leesburg, is charged with battery, a class A misdemeanor; and illegal possession of alcohol by a minor, a class C misdemeanor.  According to the affidavit of probable …read more.

WARSAW — Ivy Tech Community College Warsaw is hosting a first responders career fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 18. This event is designed to connect Ivy Tech Warsaw students and interested community members with first responders from the area.  Visitors can meet with local first responders and check out an emergency helicopter; …read more.

Approximately $20,000 worth of stolen tools and lawn equipment was discovered in a recent NET 43 bust. Photo provided by Kosciusko County Sheriffs’ Office. WARSAW — A bunch of stolen tools and lawn equipment totaling about $20,000 was discovered after several NET 43 arrests that occurred on Thursday, Aug. 15. According to Kosciusko County Sheriff’s …read more.

WARSAW — Emergency responders were called to a construction site on the west side of Warsaw just before noon Friday, Aug. 23. The apparent accident happened at a construction site west of Zimmer Road and south of Winona Avenue. Units from Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory, Warsaw Police Department and Lutheran EMS responded to the scene. According …read more.

Robert Hudson works on a mural in an alley in downtown Warsaw on Tuesday, Aug. 20. InkFreeNews photos by Dan Spalding. WARSAW — Robert Hudson is working on his 30th mural in Indiana and said he’s excited to finally be doing one in Warsaw, where he graduated from high school in 1971. The 66-year-old, who …read more.

Editor’s note: An earlier version of this story had an incorrect date in the headline. WINONA LAKE — The Kosciusko Board of Realtors has announced they will partner with Habitat for Humanity of Kosciusko County for the 5th Annual 5K Build a Home-Run/Walk. The 2019 event is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 21 and registration starts at …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Following a year of study in Strasbourg, France, Manchester University senior Emily Lynn will present a recital of works for soprano, including arias by Mozart, Puccini and Menotti, and German lieder, French chansons and American art songs. The recital is at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5, in Wine Recital Hall on the …read more.

WARSAW — Motorists have seen gas prices fall in recent weeks and one group is predicting the cost at the pump will continue to moderate through the autumn season. Gas prices have fallen to the below $2.50 per gallon in Kosciusko County and other parts of the Midwest in recent days. AAA, which tracks gas …read more.

NAPPANEE – NorthWood rode some home momentum to a 3-0 volleyball win over Mishawaka Marian Thursday night.

From left are Tom Ganser of Kosciusko County Solid Waste Management District, Helen Leinbach of North Webster Community Public Library and Kosciusko County Superior Court 1 Judge David Cates. InkFreeNews photos by Phil Smith. WARSAW — Kosciusko County Council hashed out final details to the proposed 2020 budget and heard a staunch argument from one …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A high-speed police pursuit led to a three-vehicle crash near North Webster Thursday afternoon that injured three people, according to police. The incident began when a Kosciusko County Sheriff’s deputy attempted to pull over a motorist who he witnessed passing two vehicles in a no-passing zone on Armstrong Road near CR 450E. …read more.

WARSAW — Local judges and bail bondsmen are expressing concerns over plans by the state to let low-risk offenders awaiting trial out of jail without posting bond. Many people who are arrested after the first of the year and awaiting trial in Indiana may be doing so out on the streets — rather than behind bars — …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Christian music artist Josh Garrels will perform at the Grace College campus at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 6, on the lawn at the corner of Kings Highway and Wooster Road. Part of the Grace College and Village at Winona Festival of Music, the free outdoor concert will take place during Grace’s annual …read more.

Editor’s note: This story has been updated with information released at the scene. NORTH WEBSTER — A police chase that started at CR 450E and Armstrong Road, south of North Webster, resulted in the driver being chased being airlifted to a Fort Wayne hospital. The driver, identified as David Hawthorne, was unconscious. Kosciusko County Sheriff …read more.

SILVER LAKE — A local man was recently arrested after allegedly battering a woman despite a no-contact order established against him. Jacob Isaiah Craft, 26, 4630 S. CR 500E, Warsaw; also showing an address of 7647 W. Swick Road, Claypool; is charged with domestic battery in the presence of a child under 16, a level …read more.

WARSAW — Lakeland Regional Sewer District Board of Trustees held its monthly public meeting August 21. Among the items discussed was an August 15 lift station control failure along CR 600 East, resulting in a spill of approximately 6,500 gallons of sewage. According to Mike Rippey, LRSD treatment plant manager, both an ultrasonic level probe …read more.

WARSAW — Block of Love, MudLOVE’s birthday party and Water for Good fundraiser, returns to Winona Lake Sept. 7, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. With events ranging from a Makers Mart, and a yoga class, to live music and a lively after-party, there’s something for everyone. Water for Good, together with MudLOVE, hopes to …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER —The Watershed Foundation has announced the appointment of a new communications coordinator, Meghan Smith. Smith brings more than 10 years’ media experience to the position and will work closely with Watershed Foundation’s Executive Director Lyn Crighton to share the organization’s important message with the local community. Smith, a resident of Warsaw, says she …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was recently arrested after allegedly battering a woman on multiple occasions. In the first case, Joshua Benjamin Moody, 34, 5533 N. Warsaw Oswego Road, Warsaw; also showing an address of 111 S. Wood St., Warsaw, is charged with domestic battery with moderate bodily injury and intimidation, level 6 felonies; and …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Area Career Center’s Advanced Manufacturing Class is campaigning for an influx of online votes as their timeframe for earning a large grant approaches. The class is seeking a $25,000 grant and must finish in the top 40 in online voting to receive the funds, said Andrea Miller, manufacturing and engineering teacher. Voting …read more.

CROWN POINT — A 22-year-old St. John man faces 21 criminal charges after abducting a 16-year-old girl from Lake County. Alexander Martin Curry-Fishtorn is charged with four counts of kidnapping, five counts of criminal confinement, six counts of stalking, one count of intimidation, one count of domestic battery resulting in moderate bodily injury, two counts …read more.

WARSAW —  The National Weather Service has a pretty cool forecast for Northern Indiana through at least the Labor Day weekend. The weather service predicts high temperatures through Tuesday, Aug. 27. Temperatures will struggle to rise above 80 degrees and much of the Midwest won’t see any significant warmth through Labor Day weekend. The forecast …read more.

NEW PARIS — The Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office released further details on a two-vehicle accident on US 6 between CR 127 and CR 29 in Elkhart County, which occurred at 1:35 p.m. Tuesday. Aug. 20. The accident involved a 2011 red Chevy Silverado pickup truck which rear-ended a 2011 Ford F550 work vehicle owned by …read more.

WARSAW — The passing of a bogus $20 bill led police into an investigation that resulted in a Fort Wayne woman facing several charges, including stealing another woman’s identity. Heather Rene Stanley, 40, Fort Wayne, is charged with identity deception, forgery and counterfeiting, all level 6 felonies. An investigator with the Warsaw Police Department provided …read more.

BOURBON — Triton’s boys tennis team started the season with a statement win over defending Hoosier North Athletic Conference champion Knox at home Wednesday night.

AKRON — The town of Akron is inviting festival-goers to help it celebrate fall in small town style. Akron’s Summer’s End Festival with the theme “Feel The Small Town Magic,” will include free games for the children, food vendors, a visit from Ms. Indiana, a stroll back in time with armchair stories of Akron long ago …read more.

MENTONE —  Once the votes were counted at Wednesday night’s town convention, Nicki Norris was announced as the Mentone clerk-treasurer. The Republican convention was held in Mentone Wednesday, Aug. 21, to determine which of two Republicans will fill the open position once current Mentone Clerk-Treasurer Barb Ross’ term ends Jan. 1, 2020.  Ross announced in …read more.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services recently announced a partnership with Meijer this fall to provide much-needed hunger relief to local families through the Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer’s food pantry donation program “Simply Give.” “It is not unusual for Dane’s Family Pantry to help feed over 30 families in a day and participating in ‘Simply Give’ …read more.

WARSAW — Main on Main Improv Troupe will perform at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 27, at Wire and Steam Coffee Company in Warsaw. The show is free and family-friendly. Main on Main Improv Troupe started in 2013 in Syracuse and has since gone on to perform shows in South Bend, Warsaw and Fort Wayne. Main …read more.

SYRACUSE — Two South Bend men were recently charged with theft after allegedly stealing a firearm from a vehicle. Jacob Randall Shreve, 20, 609 Meadow Stream Drive, South Bend; and Chris Jerry Shreve II, 44, 52723 Hastings St., South Bend, are each being charged with theft, a level 6 felony, according to court paperwork. On …read more.

WARSAW — The City of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host The Talleys as part of its Central Park Concert Series at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23. The gospel band will play from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Central Park Plaza. Bring a lawn chair or favorite blanket and enjoy the evening’s perfect …read more.

MENTONE — Republican voters in Mentone will decide which candidate will be on the fall election ballot for clerk-treasurer at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21, at the Mentone Emergency Services Building. Each political party can have one clerk-treasurer candidate on the ballot. Nicki Norris and Tammy Stoneburner have both filed for the position in Mentone. …read more.

SYRACUSE — Re-opening a discussion previously tabled in October 2018, Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District came prepared for a fight Monday night, Aug. 19. Each month the board meets publicly to discuss operation of the district. This month, the district’s new attorney contacted at least one local resident to let them know the formerly heated …read more.

SYRACUSE — A Syracuse man was recently arrested after allegedly having sexual intercourse with a 14-year-old girl. Austin Nigel Spurling, 25, 514 Prairie Drive, Syracuse, is being charged with sexual misconduct with a minor, a level 4 felony. On Aug. 3, an officer with the Syracuse Police Department found a vehicle that had been reported …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee Community School Corporation school board met briefly Tuesday, Aug. 20, to receive public input on the 2019-2020 proposed budget and tend to a handful of personnel matters. This year’s budget includes a 3.5% increase over last year’s. No members of the public attended to weigh in on the budget, which will be …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Town Council declined to participate in KEDCO for the next year at the council’s Tuesday, Aug. 20, meeting at the North Webster Community Center. President Lisa Strombeck presided. Two ordinances were presented that had previously been approved and approval was given to purchase a phone app that would save the …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s board of directors and ambassadors invite the public to meet the new Executive Director, Renea Salyer, at a reception Wednesday, Aug. 28, at Tippy Creek Winery, at 5920 N. 200E., Leesburg. The open house is from 4-6 p.m. The meeting is an opportunity for business owners to talk to …read more.

WARSAW — After coaching middle school rugby, Dugan Julian realized area players needed more training prior to entering middle school. Jacob Crone, a middle school assistant rugby coach for a year and PE teacher at Madison Elementary, teamed up with Julian to make some changes.

WARSAW — Fall program registration at the Kosciusko Community YMCA is now open. Members of the community can sign up for YMCA programming even if they are not YMCA members. The YMCA will offer several programs during the fall, including swim lessons, gymnastics lessons, and youth and adult sports leagues. For more information, visit the …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Milestones Early Education Center, North Webster, announced the appointment of three new members of its board of trustees and work beginning with LaunchPad, a child care coalition. Joining the board of trustees are Jordan Lackey, Nichole Rouached and Tiffany Peterson. “Our newest board members embody the spirit of community and bring talent, …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory will hold Family Safety Day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7, at Warsaw’s Central Park. Throughout the day, attendees will be able to enjoy free activities focused on health and safety with a variety of hands-on learning opportunities, presentations and games. The event will feature …read more.

SYRACUSE — Alan Tio, CEO of Kosciusko County Economic Development Corporation, came to the Syracuse Town Council meeting to introduce himself and explain his plans for KEDCO’s future during the council’s regular meeting Tuesday night, Aug. 20. Tio, who came from a similar position in Whitley County, hopes to bring a similar mindset to Kosciusko …read more.

Editor’s note: This story has been updated to reflect the fact that town council candidates will not appear on the fall ballot as a result of the town convention. ETNA GREEN — After an hour-long convention, approximately 60 people voted on Tuesday, Aug. 20, for three Republican candidates to appear on the fall ballot for …read more.

PIERCETON — Republicans in the towns of Pierceton and Silver Lake firmed up their fall ballots Tuesday night, Aug. 20, with separate town conventions. In Pierceton, Myra Mast won 31 votes in a second ballot against incumbent clerk-treasurer Jerry Kreger, who received 17 votes. Mast and Kreger were joined by a third candidate, Pamela Baker, …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Winona Lake Town Council heard a report from Lyn Crighton, who as a representative of an organization dedicated to preserving water quality, nearly opened a new kind of water works after her presentation at the board’s regular meeting Tuesday, Aug. 20. Crighton briefed the board on what her organization, The Watershed …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Winona Lake Clerk-Treasurer Kent Adams told the town’s board of trustees on Tuesday, Aug. 20, that numbers which were squeezed last year would lose even more girth over the coming year. “There’s going to be a 4.6 percent decrease from the 2019 budget,” said Adams. “Again, very positive.” Almost exactly a year …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A group of scurvy dogs that get crazy once a year on the waters, do it for a reason. It’s all possible because of these folks called “pirates” locals and lakers too. Recently, these pirates rolled into the North Webster American Legion Post 253, not looking for any lost treasures, but to …read more.

WARSAW — Rory Eugene Zimpelman, Warsaw, was honored as Veteran of the Month at the Kosciusko Commissioners meeting Tuesday, Aug. 20. Zimpelman, the son of Randy and Elizabeth Zimpelman, was born in 1982 and grew up in the Akron area. He attended Tippecanoe Valley Middle School, and graduated from North Miami High School in 2002.  …read more.

WARSAW — The Board of Directors for the Kosciusko County Solid Waste Management District continued its discussion on recycling contract bids on Tuesday, Aug. 20. Kosciusko County Recycling Depot Director Tom Ganser told board members that he and Warsaw City Attorney Scott Reust recently discussed further details for the new contract. “We’re recommending a three-year …read more.

WARSAW — During a four-hour meeting on Monday night, Aug. 19, members of the Kosciusko County Council, as well as key county government personnel, arduously hashed out details of the county’s extensive budget for 2020. The process will take its next step on Thursday, Aug. 22, when council holds a public hearing for not only …read more.

WARSAW — Everyone’s Tiffany, the house improv team at the Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts, is offering adult improv classes in the Warsaw area beginning Saturday Sept. 21, and running thru Nov.16, 2019. Improv is a form of comedic theatre in which participants perform unscripted scenes, such as in the hit show “Whose Line …read more.

WARSAW — An interdiction detail conducted by NET 43 on Aug. 15 led to multiple arrests in Kosciusko County. Frank Sterling Daniels, 34, Middlebury, is being charged with dealing in methamphetamine, possession of methamphetamine and maintaining a common nuisance. Kendall Elizabeth Rodgers, 25, Middlebury, is being charged with dealing in methamphetamine and possession of a …read more.

WARSAW — A Gary woman was recently arrested after allegedly using fraudulent credit cards to purchase more than $1,000 worth of cigarettes from local gas stations. Jasmine Renee St. Cloud, 23, 1936 Hanley St., Apt. 112, Gary, is being charged with corrupt business influence, a level 5 felony; and two counts of fraud and one …read more.

SYRACUSE — A two-vehicle collision stopped traffic on US 6 between CR 127 and CR 29 at approximately 1:40 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20. Upon arrival at the scene in Elkhart County northwest of Syracuse, first responders found that a eastbound red Chevy Silverado pickup truck had rear ended a white CSX work vehicle. A landing …read more.

WARSAW — If the current plan conceived by Warsaw Community Schools reaches fruition, a building erected around the time the Korean War ended, which had always been a facility for Warsaw school kids and other students, may find new ownership. At its regular monthly meeting Monday night, Aug. 19, the board approved a comprehensive financing …read more.

By Darla McCammon Most of us have heard of John James Audubon, the famous wildlife bird artist. Another artist, lesser known but rivaling and often surpassing Audubon in talent, was Roger Tory Peterson. Peterson wrote over 20 books with his “Field Guide to The Birds” becoming one of the most popular and authoritative books ever …read more.

ELKHART COUNTY — First responders from New Paris are responding to an accident on US 6, between CR 127 and CR 29. According to dispatchers, two cars collided, with at least one person injured. Med Flight is being called to the scene. First responders requested US 6 be closed at CR 123. We will update …read more.

WARSAW — At the Kosciusko Commissioners meeting held Tuesday, Aug. 20, County Attorney Chad Miner told commissioners he was recently contacted by Warsaw city Attorney Scott Reust about the old Arnolt property receivership. The city is seeking to take ownership of the Arnolt property near Argonne Road, with potential plans to have the building demolished. …read more.

LARWILL — Whitko School Corporation’s principals and department heads discussed the start of the school year and routines at the Whitko School Board meeting Monday, Aug. 19. During her report, Pierceton Elementary School Principal Michele Smith addressed board members about the school’s new arrival procedure. “Students enter the building at 7:45 a.m. and go either …read more.

WARSAW — Republican voters in three towns — Etna Green, Pierceton and Silver Lake — will cast votes tonight, Aug. 20, to pare down the number of candidates for the fall ballot. Voting begins at 7 p.m. today in the first three towns. Voting in Etna Green will happen at the Heritage Park building. Pierceton …read more.

Warsaw —  Titus Funeral Home has become Warsaw’s first and exclusive Life Celebration provider, the company said in a news release. Reaching that distinction means providing families with unparalleled service, personalized tributes, and customized funeral experiences, the company said in a news release. Titus Funeral Home has always offered individualized services focusing on each family’s …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman who allegedly gave false identifying information to police after being pulled over for speeding received an additional charge after kneeing an officer in the groin when she was taken to jail. Misty Dawn Warren-Siegel, 41, 340 E. Levi Lee Road, Warsaw, is being charged with battery of a law enforcement …read more.

BOURBON — An alarm at the Bourbon liquor store early Sunday morning, resulted in a suspect being arrested and another alleged burglary uncovered. Laydon Nathaniel Butler-Umanos, 34, Fort Wayne, is facing numerous felony charges including burglary, a level 2 felony. Bourbon Police were called to an alarm at 12:58 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 18, at the …read more.

WARSAW — Feeling hungry and competitive? The Lake City Lions Club will host a hotdog eating contest during First Friday in downtown Warsaw on Sept. 6. The contest will start at 5 p.m. in the city hall plaza across from the courthouse. Reeve Insurance Group is sponsoring the event and is offering cash prizes of …read more.

WARSAW — The unveiling of three alternative routes to US 30 will be unveiled to the public on Sept. 18 at Lincoln Elementary, Mayor Joe Thallemer announced Monday night, Aug. 19. The meeting is the first opportunity for residents to see three tentative options for rerouting US 30 and converting it into a limited-access highway …read more.

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WARSAW — The city’s assessed value — the basis for determining property tax rates — is expected to rise by a whopping $151 million dollars next year. The overall 16 percent increase is due to several annexations, including the airport industrial park, and a large amount of pent up construction that is coming to fruition, …read more.

Zimmer Biomet Grants $150K For STEM Initiatives WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Schools’ board of trustees received an update on something that everyone can relate to who’s ever had a tummy ache that made sitting in the classroom too difficult. WCS Nurse Coordinator Tracey Akers gave the board a report on the district’s nursing program, …read more.

MENTONE — The Tippecanoe Valley School Board spent most of the first meeting of the school year held tonight Aug. 19, discussing the upcoming softball field project and the latest class of distinguished alumni. The board approved for Barton Coe Vilamaa Architects & Engineers, Fort Wayne, to advertise bids for the upcoming softball project at …read more.

WARSAW — Police have arrested a Warsaw woman following a three-year investigation by her employer and booked her into the county jail for theft. Rachael A. Ormsby, 47, 509 Alward Street, Warsaw, is charged with four counts of felony theft, all level 6 felonies, and one count of misdemeanor theft, a class A misdemeanor. She …read more.

SYRACUSE — William J. “Bill” Pipp, who has been one of a number of people instrumental in getting gears moving in the Syracuse Water Control Device repair and establishing the Turkey Creek Dam and Dike Conservancy was awarded the 2019 Wawasee Property Owners Association Chief Award. The award was presented Saturday, Aug. 17, during the …read more.

PIERCETON — Who can eat three tomatoes the fastest? The tomato eating contest is one of many events scheduled as the annual Heirloom Tomato Festival returns Saturday, Aug. 24. The events will be in the Old Train Depot and Brower Park. Among the events are at 5K run/walk, numerous displays and exhibits, live music from the …read more.

WARSAW — An Elkhart woman was recently arrested after allegedly dealing 14 grams of methamphetamine. Maryjean Emline Howard, 51, 1031 Middlebury St., Elkhart, is being charged with dealing methamphetamine, a level 2 felony; and possession of methamphetamine, a level 4 felony. On Aug. 15, the NET 43 Drug Task Force conducted a controlled purchase of …read more.

MILFORD — A single vehicle collision at First and SR 15 (Higbee Street) in Milford, has shut down traffic from Catherine Street south to CR 1150N., until NIPSCO crews arrive and replace a utility pole broken off at the base and dangerously learning to the north. The accident occurred at approximately 1:51 p.m. today, Monday, …read more.

Warsaw — The 2019 OrthoWorx Summer Intern Team launched a new talent development initiative, RealME, recently to an audience of community leaders, industry partners and state education officials. RealME (Real Manufacturing Experiences) focuses on careers and educational pathways to local manufacturing opportunities and is a follow-up initiative to DiscoverME that the 2018 Summer Intern Team …read more.

WARSAW — More than 580 customers lost power at roughly 12:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 19, in an area of downtown Warsaw, according to NIPSCO. The area includes a small part of West Market Street and is affecting at least one traffic signal. No other details were immediately available.        

WARSAW — The Wheels on Fire – Cancer Crusaders Team has been supporting cancer patients for 16 years. On Saturday, Aug. 24,  the team will be sponsoring their fourth annual ‘Smash Out Cancer’ event at the Akron Community Center in Akron. From 3-9 p.m. There will be music, food, 3 on 3 basketball, Cornhole, Volleyball, …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Area Career Center’s (WACC) Advanced Manufacturing Class project is a finalist in a bid to win $25,000 through the State Farm Neighborhood Assist Grant. The proposal for this grant was one of 2,000 entries and has been selected as one of the 200 finalists. There will be 40 nonprofit winners, each receiving …read more.

WARSAW — To commemorate the 74th anniversary ending World War II on Sept. 2, 1945, a special event will be held Sept. 18, 2019, to honor Kosciusko County WWII Veterans.  Liberty Sewing Circle and Kosciusko Community Senior Services will present Threads of Valor quilts to eight nominated Kosciusko County WWII veterans at the Pete Thorn gymnasium …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The public is invited to “paint the town purple” by participating in the Angel Run 5k & Beaman Home 35th Anniversary Block Party Saturday, Sept. 28.  The event will be held at Winona Lake Limitless Park, located at 1590 Park Ave., Winona Lake. “Purple is the awareness/support color for domestic violence victims, …read more.

WARSAW — There are two major road projects beginning this week in Warsaw. Beginning Monday, Aug. 19, North Pointe Drive will be closed for reconstruction. The work zone will stretch from Mariners Drive to Husky Trail. North Pointe Drive will only be accessible from Mariners Drive. Traffic will not be allowed to access North Pointe …read more.

WARSAW — A small but lingering chance of storms will continue through Wednesday, the National Weather Service predicts. The forecast for Monday, Aug. 19, includes a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms through the evening hours. The high will be 85 and the overnight low will be 67, the weather service said. Tuesday will be …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library has announced new book arrivals coming soon. Those soon-to-arrive selections include “A Reluctant Bride” by Jody Hedlund, “The Russia Account” by Stephen Coonts, “Scout Moor, Junior Manager” by Theresa Howell, “A Song of Joy” by Lauraine Snelling, “Storm Rising” by Ronie Kendig, “The Strawberry Thief” by Joanne Harris, …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.

GARY — A Statewide AMBER Alert has been declared for a 16-year-old girl from Lake County. The Lake County Sheriff’s Office requested the activation of an AMBER Alert from Crown Point in northwest Indiana.  The victim, Madison Elizabeth Yancy Eddlemon, is a 16-year-old white girl who is 5-feet,1-inch tall, weighs 97 pounds, has blonde hair …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Henrik Söderström, an artist, designer and idea enthusiast, will present his mixed media artwork Sept. 13, during the opening reception for his exhibit, “Dreaming of linear tunnels in the sky, thousands of permanently underground rabbits pushed and prodded the dirt until their feet were sore,” in the art gallery of Mount Memorial …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Chamber of Commerce has announced that the August 2019 Member of the Month is Walls Building Incorporated. Walls Building specializes in new home construction, home and industrial remodeling, tree transplanting and in the sale of bulk landscaping supplies such as mulch, stone and dirt. Walls Building is also responsible for the …read more.

Warsaw Community School has announced it will welcome Kevin Hines to share his story of hope, healing and recovery during a multi-day event that teaches people of all ages the art of wellness, and the ability to survive pain with true resilience. In an effort to give as many people in the community access to …read more.