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Remember those recruiting videos the city unveiled earlier this year in hopes of luring police and fire applicants? Turns out the city got some impressive results. The newest round of openings for the police department attracted 108 applicants, including ones from Oklahoma and Texas, according to Jennifer Whitaker, director for human resources for the city. …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.

WARSAW — Kmart in Warsaw is closing, according to an employee. A worker with the store on US 30 confirmed the announcement Saturday morning. The move appears to be part of another round of closings of Kmart and Sears stores. According to numerous reports,  The latest round of closings involves the shuttering of five Kmarts …read more.

MARSHALL COUNTY — Jessica Marie Hall, 29, Warsaw, and Jordan William Dallie, 29, Mishawaka, have been arrested by Marshall County Sheriff’s officers in connection with thefts occurring Aug. 1 and Aug. 4, in that county. Both have been booked on initial charges of burglary and theft. A case report will be completed and sent to …read more.

MENTONE — Growing up in Mentone, Mike Yazel has felt a pull to art since he first started drawing. He enjoys trying multiple different mediums for his artwork including watercolor, oil, glass blowing, blacksmithing and wood carving.

INDIANAPOLIS — Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch presented Terry L. Tucker, of Maple Leaf Farms, with the state’s highest agricultural honor, the AgriVision Award. Tucker was one of two honored with the award. Now in its 13th year, the award is presented to individuals who have made significant contributions to the agriculture industry and their communities. …read more.

GOSHEN — Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center of Goshen College will host a goat cheese-making class from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 14. Learn more about raising goats, milking and turning goat milk into cheese. Participants will join Ruth Mischler, assistant professor and farm animal expert at Merry Lea, on her morning chores and …read more.

WARSAW — The city is seeking to take ownership of the old Arnolt property near Argonne Road in hopes of having the buildings demolished. The acquisition plan in which the city would drop its outstanding unsafe building violations in exchange for the property rights was approved by the city board of works and safety Friday …read more.

WARSAW — Investigators with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office are seeking assistance with the identification of the three people in connection with a string of burglaries that targeted Amish families on Aug. 11. The photographs, which include a gray Chevrolet Impala, were taken at the Speedway gas station in Nappanee. Anyone with information relating to …read more.

  WARSAW — Signs promoting safety at local bus stops are available for anyone interested in Warsaw. The “STOP MEANS STOP” yard signs can be picked up at the Warsaw-Wayne Fire Department station No. 2, at 2204 E. Center St., Warsaw. The purpose of the signs is to remind drivers to use caution around school …read more.

SYRACUSE — “If walls could talk,” this Centennial Home farmhouse would ramble on for hours about the impact of the Mellinger family on Lake Wawasee. Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum presents the second of the 2019 Centennial Homes series at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, at the Syracuse Community Center, 1013 N. Long Drive. Much of the …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Madelyn Zimmerman, a graduate of Wawasee High School, received the Emerging Women in Agriculture Leadership Award for Indiana Thursday, Aug. 15. The award was presented during the Lt. Governor’s Celebration of Agriculture at the Indiana State Fair. Zimmerman graduated in 2019 from Wawasee and was a member of the school’s FFA chapter. In …read more.

WABASH – Comedy legend Rodney Carrington will perform at the Honeywell Center at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 14. Carrington has been making audiences laugh for 20 years with his unique brand of stand-up comedy and music. His albums include humor-inspired songs like “Fred,” “Dancin’ with a Man,” “Show Them to Me,” and “Don’t Look Now.” He …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Researchers at the Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams are actively monitoring Blue-green algae in Kosciusko County amid reports outside of Indiana in which dogs have died after coming in contact with the algae. Blue-green algae, also called “cyanobacteria,” grow well in warm water. As a result, shallow areas of lakes, where …read more.

WARSAW — Don’t expect to see a lot of sunshine through the weekend. The National Weather Service in North Webster predicts a continuing chance of rain and overcast skies each day through Sunday. There is a 40-percent chance of storms Friday and Friday night, Aug. 15, in Kosciusko County, the weather service said. The high …read more.

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WARSAW — A woman who police say was a victim of domestic violence ended up being charged with drug crimes when officers reported finding Fentanyl in her purse. Kassandra Denise Roberts, 26, 3867 N. SR 15, Warsaw, is charged with possession of a narcotic drug, a level 6 felony. She was booked Aug. 14 in …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee High School leadership students Devin Van Lue, Nick Lesko, Conner Lucas and Pathways CTE Radio/TV Instructors Jeremy Van Lue and Phil Huffman were awarded the Indiana Broadcasters Association 2019 Cardinal Community Service Award Wednesday, Aug. 14, at Sweetwater Sound in Fort Wayne. This award was presented to 93.7 FM The Mix, the …read more.

CLAYPOOL — A Claypool man is facing 10 charges in two separate theft cases. Josiah James Shively, 34, 201 S. Church St., Claypool, is being charged with five counts of theft, all count A misdemeanors; sentence enhancement theft, a level 6 felony; and four counts of theft with a prior conviction, all level 6 felonies.  …read more.

PIERCETON — Ricky Jefferson has been the music instructor for the past year at South Whitley Elementary School, but thanks to a new opportunity, he is now the elementary music instructor for both of Whitko’s elementary schools. “We are so excited to have Mr. Jefferson join the Pierceton family,” said Pierceton Elementary School Principal Michele …read more.

WARSAW — The city parks and recreation department’s Central Park Concert Series continues Friday night, Aug. 19, with the bluegrass band, The  Matchellers. The show at the Central Park Plaza starts at 7 p.m. The duo includes Warsaw native Andrew Morris and Julie Bates, of Kansas City, Missouri. Sponsors include Indiana Arts Commission, Kosciusko County …read more.

SILVER LAKE — Following a lengthy, comprehensive investigation, NET 43 officers executed a controlled purchase of 1 oz. of methamphetamine in Silver Lake, on Tuesday. Following the transaction, a traffic stop was conducted on the prime suspect, Cory Krider. The traffic stop resulted in the discovery of an additional ounce of methamphetamine. An interview with …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office deputies, along with police from local law enforcement agencies will participate roving patrols throughout August, according to a press release from the Kosciusko County Traffic Safety Partnership. The patrols will also be conducted by troopers from the Indiana State Police and will be used for interdiction aimed at …read more.

SILVER LAKE — Three people were taken to the hospital Wednesday, Aug. 14, after a two-vehicle accident on SR 14, at the intersection of CR 600W, Silver Lake. The preliminary results of the investigation indicate that a 2008 Chrysler Sebring, driven by Anthony Collins, 22, Silver Lake, was traveling south on CR 600W, approaching SR …read more.

WARSAW — A man and woman were recently arrested after stealing merchandise from Walmart. Austin Lee Fairchild, 26, 300 Harrison Ave., Geneva; also showing an address of 3160 N. Stoneburner Road, Warsaw; and Tiranda Marie Stevens, 23, 241 S. Robinson Road, Pierceton, are being charged with two counts of theft, class A misdemeanors; and two …read more.

WARSAW — A man accused of battering and strangling a female roommate was sentenced in Kosciusko Superior Court 3 Wednesday, Aug. 14,  Charles Cornelius Cotton, Jr., 31, with addresses on file as both Warsaw and Syracuse, pleaded guilty to battery resulting in moderate bodily injury, a level 6 felony. According to the affidavit of probable …read more.

BOURBON — Triton School Corporation color guard and music students, along with their director, spent Aug, 9-10th in Indianapolis at the DCI world championships. Last school year students were nominated by their director for a position with the 2019 INpact band. This is a group of up to 500 jr. high students from around the …read more.

WARSAW — A house on Old Road 30E sustained about $50,000 damage from an electrical fire early Thursday morning, Aug. 15. A family member at 3926 Old Road 30E awoke to the smell of smoke at about 3 a.m. While there was plenty of smoke, it took firefighters nearly an hour to find the fire, …read more.

WARSAW — Beginning Monday, Aug. 19, North Pointe Drive in Warsaw will be closed between Husky Trail and Mariners Drive for a lengthy reconstruction project. Local traffic for businesses and residents will have access only from Mariners Drive. No traffic will be allowed to access North Pointe Drive from Husky Trail, according to a news …read more.

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WARSAW — Republicans in four area towns will hold conventions next week to pare down the fall ballot. Etna Green, Pierceton and Silver Lake will have conventions at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 20. Mentone will have its convention at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21, according to Kosciusko County Republican Chairman Mike Ragan. Registered Republicans in …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Anyone who has ever counseled someone struggling with substance abuse knows the harsh realities involved. Barry Andrew put it this way, “it can weigh heavily on your heart and mind.” Andrew, a native of Warsaw, is the director of the Kosciusko County Drug and Alcohol program. He and a staff of two …read more.

SILVER LAKE — At least three people were transported to area hospitals Wednesday afternoon near Silver Lake following a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of SR 14 and CR 600W in northwestern Kosciusko County. According to an officer with the Silver Lake Police Department, a male driver of a white Jeep was traveling westbound on …read more.

WARSAW — With a foreseeable end in sight to a massive facility enhancement project, as well as a spirited introduction to one of the school district’s own, Warsaw Community Schools’ board of trustees was inundated with good news at its monthly work session Tuesday, Aug. 13. Director of Maintenance, Buildings and Grounds Jim Lemasters sat …read more.

CROMWELL — A man and woman, both of Cromwell, have been charged with child neglect after allegedly exposing two minors to their drug activity, according to police. Matthew A. Rasnake, 35; and Tiffany Dawn Hale, 25; both of 9620 N. Sandpoint Drive, Cromwell, were each charged with neglect of a dependent, a level 6 felony. …read more.

WARSAW — The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has announced tentative dates for three projects along US 30 in Warsaw. Two of the projects will occur simultaneously.  Each project will require lane closures and restrictions. August 23 – September 5:  Intersection improvements will take place at the Anchorage Road and US 30 intersection September 5 …read more.

WARSAW — United Way of Kosciusko County is finding new ways to give back as part of its annual Days of Caring event and the community’s help is needed. From 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 19, at Center Lake Pavilion, United Way will host a site for blood donations for the American Red …read more.

WARSAW — A Silver Lake woman was sentenced to four years at the Kosciusko County Jail for two cases involving theft and resisting law enforcement. In the first case, Skylar Arlene Stahl, 20, 10950 S. Neer Drive, Silver Lake, was charged with theft, a level 6 felony. In the second case, Stahl was charged with …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster grain farmer Sherm Bryant was recently honored with the River Friendly Farmer Award by the Indiana Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts. Bryant, who turned 91 in June, will formally receive the award at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, on the second floor of the 4-H Exhibition Hall during …read more.

WINONA LAKE — A motorcyclist who was struck by a man police say was driving recklessly on Aug. 4 east of Winona Lake has died from his injuries, according to the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office. Edward J. Frost, 51, of Warsaw, died Tuesday, Aug. 13, after being hospitalized in Fort Wayne following the crash on …read more.

PIERCETON — A Republican caucus needed to narrow the field of Republicans seeking to be on the fall ballot for Pierceton’s clerk-treasurer race will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20, at the Pierceton Community Building. The caucus is needed to narrow the number of candidates from three to one for the fall ballot. …read more.

MILFORD — Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation is working with an undisclosed company in the marine industry on plans to establish a new facility in the Milford area, according to Alan Tio, KEDCo CEO, who made the announcement at the Monday, Aug. 12, meeting of the Milford Redevelopment Commission. “Project Marine” is expected to generate up to …read more.

SYRACUSE — Steven C. Printz, 69, East Pixie Parkway, Cromwell, died Friday, Aug. 9, at South Bend Memorial Hospital, from injuries he suffered in a moped accident Wednesday, Aug. 7. The accident occurred at 5:58 p.m. on South Lakeside Drive, south of East Pickwick Drive, Syracuse. He suffered head injuries and was flown to South …read more.

WARSAW —  Although May was specifically proclaimed “Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month,” by Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb, drivers and riders are urged to look out for each other at all times. Motorcyclists encounter many more hazards on the road. Things that have a much smaller effect on a car, such as debris, wet pavement, gravel …read more.

WARSAW — The city has updated its paving plans for this week. Paving will begin at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, on West Fort Wayne Street between Lake Street and Buffalo Street. Paving crews will then move to Park Avenue in front of the Pete Thorn Building and Senior Center. Paving of Clark Street between Park …read more.

Editor’s note: This story has been updated to clarify that two dozen motorists were pulled over and not necessarily given traffic citations, according to the school district.   WARSAW — Police and school officials are putting a punctuation mark on an effort to improve traffic safety inside school zones and around school buses. Area communities have …read more.

ETNA GREEN — The Etna Green Town Council held a brief monthly meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 13. During the meeting, resident Jason Hanes asked about the possibility of the town purchasing “Drive Like Your Kids Live Here” signs for citizens to place in their yards. Council member Kevin Smith II said he loved the idea …read more.

WARSAW — The Board of Aviation Commissioners voted to begin the process of searching for an airport consultant during its meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 13. “Last fall, we initially brought this up, but we tabled the discussion due to the traction we were gaining on some of the projects we were hoping to move forward …read more.

SYRACUSE — On the eve of the first day of school for students and also during the time when each building in the school corporation was having a back to school open house, the Wawasee School Board held its regular monthly meeting Tuesday evening, Aug. 13, in Syracuse. During the shorter than normal meeting, the …read more.

MILFORD — Milford Town Council responded to recent mass shooting events with the approval of the purchase of 12 active shooter response kits at its monthly public meeting Monday, Aug. 12. The response kits, requested by Police Chief Derek Kreider during police reports, include ballistic plate carriers capable of stopping high-powered rifle rounds, which hold combat …read more.

WARSAW — A significant overhaul has been done to the grading system at Warsaw Community High School and the Warsaw Area Career Center, beginning with the new school year. The change, according to a press release from Warsaw Community Schools, is a result of ongoing strategic planning initiatives. The two most significant changes will be …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools is in the process of boasting a new website, highlighted by a simplified and user-friendly new domain name. Spearheaded by staff members Alyssa Richardson and Justin Weaver, the new site at warsawschools.org will be centered around what Richardson said was continued research on what users look for the most. “When …read more.

SYRACUSE — Turkey Creek fire and township boards Monday, Aug. 12, unanimously approved Fire Chief Mickey Scott’s request for up to $7,000 for new department computers in the territory’s two fire stations. “Our current computers are several years old and due for replacement,” Scott said. The amount allocated will pay for the hardware, software, keyboard, …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Board of Zoning Appeals approved exceptions to allow two home-based businesses to operate Tuesday morning, Aug. 13. Luke and Amber Blakeslee requested an exception to allow their home-based camel dairy business, River Jordan Camel Dairy, in an agricultural district located at 1512 West CR 1000N, Milford. The couple operates a camel …read more.

SYRACUSE — Patrick S. Brown with SiteScapes Inc. presented the conceptual plan for Laudeman Park to the Syracuse Parks and Recreation Board Monday, Aug. 12. The plan features two stone walking trails, including one along the edge of the pond, benches, a natural play area, a small parking lot, a picnic area and a buffer …read more.

AKRON — RTC Fiber Communication, of Rochester, and Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation have established an online dedicated TV station. Tippecanoe Valley TV, is now available and currently airing programs from this past school year. There is no cost to download the channels or apps. There is also no cost to view the live channels. The …read more.

SYRACUSE — On Tuesday, Aug. 13, Wawasee Community School Corporation staff members gathered at the Wawasee High School cafeteria for a breakfast and welcoming remarks from Dr. Tom Edington, WCSC superintendent. There were also remarks from the Wawasee Community Educators Association. New teachers were introduced and welcomed. Staff members were then released back to their …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Town Council meeting started Monday, Aug. 12, with the swearing-in of two officers with the Pierceton Police Department. Officer Ryan Piper was sworn in by Town Attorney Tammy Keirn as a full-time police officer. Piper is replacing Matt Owens, who resigned from the police department in June after being suspended. Brooke …read more.

CLAYPOOL — A Claypool man is facing five criminal charges after an incident in July that resulted in a law enforcement officer being kicked in the chest. Joshua Bryan Puckett, 35, 8556 S. Yellow View Lane, Claypool, is being charged with battery to a law enforcement officer, a level 6 felony; criminal confinement, a level …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Grace College will once again offer the Silver Scholars program this fall semester. Adults 55 and older may be audit-approved on campus classes at a reduced rate of $25 per class, much lower than the standard auditing fee. These courses are offered to enrich the lives of both the Silver Scholars and …read more.

  SYRACUSE — Limnologists study fresh water lakes and what takes place in the lake, explained Dr. Jerry Sweeten. His work is studying streams. He saw the opportunity to do a study on inlets into Lake Wawasee as a great “experimental design.” Additionally Wawasee is setting a new standard as no study like this has …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed the area’s newest IT business, Winona IT. The new company was founded by Michael Pahl, in partnership with Silveus, in January.  Seeing a tremendous need in the area for trustworthy IT services, Winona IT was formed on the basic principle of enriching people’s lives, the company …read more.

WARSAW — The streets and roads of urban and rural Warsaw turned yellow Tuesday morning, Aug. 13 as Warsaw Community Schools welcomed students back for the start of the 2019-2020 school year. Teachers and administrators were present outside of the school corporation’s numerous buildings to personally greet students at elementary, middle schools and Warsaw Community …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was recently arrested after allegedly battering a woman. Robert Edwin Gross, 50, 747 E. Main St., Warsaw, is being charged with strangulation and domestic battery with moderate bodily injury, level 6 felonies; and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. On Feb. 16, an officer with the Warsaw Police Department went …read more.

Warsaw — The City Plan Commission approved a plat reconfiguration of a half-acre of land to accommodate a land owner’s request. The board approved preliminary and final plat plans for a .64-acre tract of land on the southwest corner of South Union Street and Winona Avenue for the purpose of reconfiguring three lots. The city …read more.

By Darla McCammon Many of the artists we discuss in this column had work that was not considered outstanding or valuable until after their death. Thus, the term “starving artist” loomed large as a great number of them lived in poverty. John Martin, a prolific painter from London, was unusual in that he was probably …read more.

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Pictured, from left, Council Member Doug Jones and Council President Christina Archer. LEESBURG — A representative of Leesburg United Methodist Church inquired about the sidewalk program at the town council meeting held Monday, Aug. 12. Lori Everest said the church is interested in filling out an application for the sidewalk improvement program.  “We have three …read more.

WARSAW — HopLore Brewing announced Monday, Aug. 12, plans to open the company’s second location along Argonne Road corridor in Warsaw. “This announcement represents more than a year of planning for this next step in the HopLore Brewing journey,” said co-founder Stefan King, “Our second location will greatly expand our brewing capacity so that we …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Public Library is suffering from disrepair in its sprinkler system. Facilities Manager Bruce Hively told the library’s board of trustees on Monday, Aug. 12, that an equipment failure resulted in the discovery of deeper issues in the system, known as a dry sprinkler system. “About three weeks ago, we had …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — An enthusiastic bunch of committee chairmen reported on the 11th annual Dixie Day Festival at the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce meeting held Monday, Aug. 12, in the chamber office, Tippecanoe Township Building. President Jim Smith presided. The recap directed by Dixie Day Festival Chairman Mindy Scaggs, Re/Max Lakes, featured some …read more.

Scott Lennox WARSAW — A local attorney facing eight felony charges is seeking a jury trial.   Charges were filed against Scott Lennox, 50, Warsaw, in April, after he was accused of stealing funds from the law firm he worked for. Lennox has been charged with two counts of fraud on a financial institution, both …read more.

SYRACUSE — Merrell Harkless of Harkless Boat Company (now known as Wawasee Boat Company) built a line of boats over 100 years ago. There were reportedly only 60 of built. Today only one of those remain and it has been in dry-dock for over 20 years. The boat was found at an estate auction of …read more.

WARSAW — Educator-turned motivational speaker Kim Stroebel was in town Monday, Aug. 12, to provide insight into wellness for both Warsaw Community Schools staff members, as well as the general public. Stroebel, a 2010 recipient of a Lilly Endowment Teacher Creativity Fellowship grant, stressed the importance of occasionally looking out for No.1 as it pertains …read more.

BREMEN — Indiana State Police officials have issued a Silver Alert for a man in Pulaski County. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the disappearance of James Edmund Kuhn, an 84-year-old white man who stands 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighs 150 pounds, has gray hair and blue eyes and is believed to be …read more.

WINONA LAKE, IND. – Four Grace College faculty and staff members participated in a nine-day Civil Rights Bus Tour this summer. The tour was led by Dr. Todd Allen, founder of The Common Ground Project and professor of communication at Messiah College. The bus stopped at key southern sites of the Civil Rights Movement in …read more.

LEESBURG — At 5:03 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, Lutheran EMS and Leesburg Fire Department were called to the scene of a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of CR 700N and CR 300E, Leesburg. Marilyn L. Freiburger, 67, North Front Street, Syracuse, was driving a 2014 Ford Escape and was headed east on CR 700N, approaching …read more.

BOURBON — The parents of a slain law enforcement officer have been keeping themselves busy with projects designed to champion the efforts of other police officers and first responders, while also helping to keep their son’s memory alive. Tom and Sheri Bradway, of Nappanee, will host an inaugural event on Sunday, Sept. 8 with just …read more.

WARSAW — Addie Dickerhoff, daughter of Doug and Kelly Dickerhoff, was recently awarded a $2,000 scholarship from the National Tractor Parts Dealer Association. Addie plans to attend Purdue University this fall to pursue a degree in nursing.  The National Tractor Parts Dealer Association is a trade association serving the agricultural and industrial industries with membership …read more.

WARSAW — There is a strong chance of storms today and tonight, Monday, Aug. 12, according to the National Weather Service. The weather service predicts a 40 percent chance of thunderstorms today and an 80 percent chance of heavy rain Monday night. The high today will be 85. The overnight low will be 69, the …read more.

BOURBON — Triton School Corporation (Etna Green, Tippecanoe, and Bourbon) is holding a public meeting from 6 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, to discuss the future of the Bourbon Community Center “Old Gym” now that the new Triton Activity Center is complete. The meeting will be held in the “Old Gym.” Following the meeting …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested after officers found drugs in a room at the Victory Hotel. Eric Bradley Salyer, 27, 722 W. Jefferson St., Warsaw, is being charged with resisting law enforcement, possession of methamphetamine, and possession of a syringe, all level 6 felonies; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. On …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools is excited to welcome nationally known speaker Kim Strobel. Strobel will be inspiring WCS educators and staff on Monday, Aug. 12, during the WCS all-employee kickoff to the 2019-202 school year. The theme for this school year is “Warsaw Wellness,” which focuses on all aspects of wellness and the impact …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Department of Public Works will be milling the following areas on Monday, Aug. 12: West Fort Wayne Street between Lake Street and Buffalo Street Park Avenue in front of the Pete Thorn Building/Senior Center Clark Street between Park Avenue and Cook Milling will begin at 6:00 am on Fort Wayne Street.  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.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library will host a basic computer skills class on Tuesday, Aug. 20. This class will cover how to use Windows, keyboard shortcuts, basic Internet skills and e-mail usage. There is no cost to attend. However, sign-up is required and at least three participants are needed. For more information, contact the …read more.

WARSAW —An estimated 1,000 people attended a fundraiser Saturday, Aug. 10 at Warsaw Family Worship Center for Payton Slaymaker, an 8-year-old currently receiving treatment for an inoperable brain tumor at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. Speaking after the event, #PayforPayton, organizer Kaila Stafford, Payton’s aunt, said roughly $24,000 was raised to help defray the Slaymaker family’s medical …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — It’s never too early to begin instilling the love of books into a young child. During Lapsit Story Time at North Webster Community Public Library, parents and their babies and toddlers have fun exploring books and stories together. With registration beginning Aug. 20, Lapsit Story Time will be held at 11 a.m. …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Chamber of Commerce would like to publicly thank the many attendees who joined us in Brower Park and downtown Pierceton last weekend, Aug. 2 and 3, during the annual Pierceton Days Festival. This year the Pierceton Chamber of Commerce partnered with the Pierceton Fire Department and community partners to celebrate the …read more.

WARSAW — The day Rex Rife had been waiting for finally arrived Saturday morning at Oakwood Cemetery when he and other local military veterans and family came to honor those who have died or have been affected by Agent Orange. On Saturday, Aug. 10, representatives of Kosciusko Honor & Remember dedicated a memorial to honor …read more.

  SILVER LAKE — Several fire departments responded to a residential fire just north of the southern Kosciusko County border. At approximately 11:50 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, Silver Lake Fire Department was called to a house fire at 5138 W. CR 1300S, Silver Lake. Soon after the initial call came out, Silver Lake Fire Department …read more.

[weaver_youtube pUi47wgEp20 rel=0]     WARSAW — Thousands gathered at Hidden Lake on Saturday, Aug. 10, to watch the Lake City Skiers perform a team routine in the USA Water Ski Division I National Show Ski Championships. The three-day event, which began Friday, Aug. 9, has brought together the top 14 ski teams in the …read more.

WARSAW – Several of the hallowed halls of hoops still stand in and around Kosciusko County.

By Melissa Chapman, cataloging supervisor Lately I’ve had the opportunity to view a few films. Below are three that I found entertaining.  In the film “Us,” an endearing American family is pitted against a terrifying and uncanny opponent: doppelgängers of themselves. It is an exquisitely-crafted film that works on two levels: it delivers two hours …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — In the past two weeks RE/MAX Lakes and the Mark Skibowski team have been getting the word out about North Webster Elementary School students in need. The teams were able to put together 78 full backpacks with enough left over to purchase supplies for two classrooms.

PLYMOUTH – The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) announces that State Road 110 will close starting Monday, AUG. 12, in Marshall and Fulton counties. The road will close in several phases: Monday, closed for chip seal between SR 17 and SR 117. Tuesday, closed for chip seal between SR 117 and U.S. 31. Wednesday, closed …read more.

There are tentative plans for another roundabout on the north side of Warsaw. The city’s comprehensive plan mentions the potential for a roundabout north of the existing roundabout on Husky Trail at CR 100E and CR 200N. The subject came up in passing during a presentation Monday night about the 2020 budget by City Plan …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.

The Alicia Pyle Quartet, A jazz fusion band from Fort Wayne, performed in the Central Park plaza Friday night, Aug. 9. The show was part of Central Park Concert Series. Band members included guitarist David Mikautadze, bass player Brad Kuhns, drummer Colin Boyd and Alicia Pyle on keyboard and vocals. Sponsors for the series include Indiana …read more.