Members of the Kosciusko County BZA discuss conditions for an exception to allow a home occupation. KOSCIUSKO — During the Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals meeting held this morning, July 9, board members approved an exception to allow a dog breeding home occupation that has been on the agenda for months. Jacob Ponko, of …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The regular membership meeting of the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce followed a Dixie Day Festival committee meeting Monday, July 8, at the chamber office, Tippecanoe Township Building. Jim Smith presided at the meeting. The Dixie Day Festival was first and foremost on everyone’s mind. It celebrates the historic Dixie sternwheel …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw resident Robert “Bob” Swanson was honored as veteran of the month at the Kosciusko Commissioners meeting held Tuesday, July 9.  Swanson was born July 19, 1931. He grew up in the Atwood area and graduated from Atwood High School in 1950.  At the age of 18, he owned and operated a Standard …read more.

By Darla McCammon We wrote about places to go this summer. Venice was not on our list.  Let’s make another stop. Try the Kosciusko County Fair. Be sure you walk through the first building on your right as you enter. This is where you will see the open competition and a great deal of creativity …read more.

Pictured, from left, County Attorney Chad Miner, County Auditor Michelle Puckett and Commissioner Bob Conley. KOSCIUSKO — As Kosciusko County continues to look into an incident involving County Animal Control Officer Jerry Clase, the county commissioners crafted a new policy in regard to how animals should be treated in some cases. The Kosciusko Commissioners on …read more.

PIERCETON — The town of Pierceton is one step closer to returning its police force to full strength as well as shoring up the department’s headquarters, following the regular monthly meeting of the town board Monday night, July 8. With council members Matt Brubaker and Tom Barker, voting 2-0 and Mandy Espinoza absent, the town …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Two local people were arrested after officers went to a residence to serve an arrest warrant and found drugs in a vehicle. Matthew Dillan Mahaska, 26, 4961 S. Mallard Road #1, Mentone, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. Katlynn Leanne …read more.

SYRACUSE — Turkey Creek fire and township advisory boards Monday, July 8, unanimously approved Fire Chief Mickey Scott’s proposed 2020 operations and equipment replacement budgets. Scott proposed $1,894,899 for operations and $635,000 for equipment replacement. The operations total represents a 3.99% increase from this year’s budget, which includes a 2% salary increase for the chiefs, …read more.

WARSAW —Heartline Pregnancy Center’s Donut Dash will take place on October 19 and the group is seeking sponsorships for the event. Heartline invites area businesses to sponsor the 5K run/walk for life. Sponsors’ logos and promotional items will be featured throughout the event, and those who sign up before August 31, 2019 will get premium …read more.

WARSAW — Using a canoe dates back to a time when canoes were an essential form of transportation on waterways. Today they are primarily used for recreation and considered a relaxing, family friendly activity. In Kosciusko County, it appears canoes are primarily found on the Tippecanoe River, said Ashlee Jackson, conservation officer with the Indiana …read more.

    MILFORD —  The seat on the left side of the Milford Town Council table was occupied by its third different member in the past eight months on Monday night. Although Ken Long has joined his fellow council members for budget meetings since his election by caucus last month, last night was his first …read more.

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LEESBURG — On Monday, July 8, the regular monthly Town Council meeting returned to the town hall building — something that hasn’t happened since 2016. Due to issues with the American Disability Act, town meetings were not held at that location for the past three years, but renovations to make the town hall ADA compliant …read more.

WARSAW — Lake City Bank is investing $750,000 in the Community Investment Fund of Indiana (CIFI). CIFI is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) serving the state of Indiana. Lake City’s investment gives CIFI additional money to make loans to historically underserved entrepreneurs and small businesses that lack access to capital and do not qualify …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Public Library’s Board of Trustees on Monday, July 8, heard a report from Director Ann Zydek on the success of the library’s recent attraction, The Curiosity Dome. “What was really neat was we had awesome assistance from throughout the day,” said Zydek, who told the board 660 patrons attended the …read more.

WARSAW – Beginning Thursday, July 11, the Kosciusko County Community Foundation will host eleven “Hometown Chats” in communities throughout the county. The purpose of the chats is for the Community Foundation to hear from residents in each town about what the needs are in their communities. The chats will help inform the Community Foundation’s grantmaking …read more.

Traffic on part of Commerce Drive in front of Lake Village Shopping Center will be Slowed by pavement work Tuesday, July 9. The pavement work will be west of the new section of Commerce Drive that was constructed this spring. There will be access to local businesses during the work.  However, expect some delays, according …read more.

ETNA GREEN — A second candidate has filed to run for the Etna Township Trustee’s vacancy. Rita Anglin, 2757 N. CR 875W, Etna Green, filed Monday morning, July 8, just ahead of the 2 p.m. deadline, according to Mike Ragan, Kosciusko County Republican Chairman. The vacancy opened up after the resignation of the trustee, Gary …read more.

WARSAW — The 13th annual Jimmy Baker Memorial Golf Outing will be held Sunday, July 14. The Jimmy Baker Diabetes Fund was established by the Warsaw Elks Lodge #802 in memory of devoted member Jimmy Baker. This fund helps to provide assistance to those in our community with diabetes treatment. This fund also helps provide …read more.

WARSAW — Due to mechanical issues at Warsaw Community High School, Warsaw Community Schools will be moving the second session of summer school for middle school through high school students to Edgewood Middle School effective Tuesday, July 9. The entire second session will take place at Edgewood Middle School. Parking for summer school will be …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Winona Lake Town Coordinator Craig Allebach announced on Monday, July 8, that roadwork was beginning in several places around the town. Beginning Monday morning, work will begin on milling and resurfacing the following streets in Winona Lake — Kings Highway from Argonne Road to Miller Field; Mineral Springs; Kings Court; Cherry Avenue; 11th Street; 12th Street; 2nd Street; College Avenue …read more.

WARSAW — Concessions are open at the Kosciusko County Community Fair this morning, Monday, July 8. Visitors who are hungry for lunch can get a fair lunch pass at the main gate, Gate C. They pay the adult price and get a refund if they leave by 2 p.m. The fair features 42 food concessions …read more.

WARSAW — Real Services, the agency behind Meals On Wheels, is organizing a raffle with a top prize of $25,000. Tickets for The Real Big Raffle are $50. Coupon forms must be received by 4:30 on July 24 to be included in the drawing at noon on Wednesday, July 31. Meals on Wheels supports those …read more.

WARSAW — Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana Michiana is hosting a Girl Scout for a Day event in Warsaw from 6-7:30 p.m. Monday, July 22, at the First United Methodist Church in Warsaw. The church is located at 179 S. Indiana St., Warsaw. The event is free to the community. Learn how to be a …read more.

WARSAW —  A large crowd showed up to enjoy the 19th annual Kosciusko County Community Fair parade, with entries honoring the “Red, White and Blue and Old Engines Too” theme.  The procession started in the parking lot of the Warsaw Police Department and headed south on McKinley Street, then west on Market Street, onto Bronson Street …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 has announced its list of upcoming events. Monday Afternoon At The Movies The library is inviting interested patrons to join staff for Movie Monday at 1:30 p.m. on July 8. This month’s feature will be “Operation Petticoat.”  Popcorn and a beverage will be provided.   SRP Movie Wednesdays Patrons are …read more.

SYRACUSE — It started out cloudy Saturday morning, July 6, for the start of the annual Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation’s Bug Catch, but it didn’t keep over 100 youngsters and adults from gathering at the Ruddell Pavilion. After a brief informational time, explaining what the kids would be searching for and the meaning of these …read more.

SYRACUSE — Rain, a brief thunderstorm, just 90 minutes prior to the line-up of the 58th Wawasee Flotilla, didn’t dampen any spirits. All entries showed up to travel around the lake and show off their college spirits. The eight shore entries were also ready to support their college spirit. The parade was led by 10 …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Accompanied by his menagerie of animal friends, animal handler Mark Kolhorst presents his Mark’s Ark Live Animal Show at North Webster Community Public Library on Wednesday, July 10 with two performances, at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. While children of all ages are welcome at either show, the morning show is geared …read more.

SYRACUSE — A team of high schoolers from Wawasee High School ended up placing 9th in the final Drivers World Challenge held July 5 in London.  According to a Facebook post by a parent of one of Wawasee’s 14-member super mileage car team, Wawasee’s team was one of only two high school teams to make …read more.

PIERCETON — An unidentified man in a pickup suffered a severe fireworks-related injury to his hand Friday night. At approximately 6 p.m. Friday, July 5, Pierceton Fire Department and Lutheran EMS were called to the area of CR 300E and CR 550S in reference to a fireworks-related injury.  According to Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Public Information …read more.

By Susie Bolland Children’s Services Have you ever stepped outside at night and just stared up at the sky? Did you just stand there in awe at how amazing the universe is or even wonder what could be out there? I sure have! In fact, it is one of my favorite things to do. This …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Magician C.R. Ryan and sons bring cosmic magic to North Webster Community Public Library with his Out of This World Magic Show at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 17. Rocketed with humor, illusions and audience participation, the magic show is a Summer Reading Program event open to all children and their families. …read more.

WARSAW — The route for the annual Kosciusko Community Fair Parade has changed this year due to construction on East Market Street, west of the fairgrounds.  The parade, which will be held Sunday, July 7, will begin in the parking lot of the Warsaw Police Department, north of Owen’s supermarket, and head south on McKinley …read more.

By Melissa Chapman Cataloging Supervisor For many of us, our fondest memories revolve around a library card. Libraries are an essential part of how Americans learn and engage with their local communities. Have you ever wondered how public libraries got their start in the United States? Benjamin Franklin helped bring the library to the American …read more.

The headline was pretty simple: Warsaw City Council Explores The Idea Of Hiring Its Own Attorney. Getting to the possible end result in which council would retain its own attorney for questions they’d rather not ask the city attorney or two provided by the state will be a long slog and it certainly won’t show …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 — Country singer Janice Anne entertained the First Friday crowd Friday night, July 5 in downtown Warsaw. The Warsaw native was the featured entertainment and performed a range of songs with her band, Country Heart. First Friday also included a remote control racecar show and free hotdogs, watermelon and bottled water. xx

Pictured, from left, Kosciusko Commissioner Bob Conley, Commissioner President Cary Groninger and Commissioner Vice-President Brad Jackson. KOSCIUSKO — An executive session will be held following the regular Kosciusko County commissioners meeting Tuesday, July 9, to discuss a recent situation involving Kosciusko Animal Control Officer Jerry Clase. Commissioner Brad Jackson announced plans Friday for the executive …read more.

Editor’s note: Due to a mistaken comment at the meeting, the original version of this story incorrectly mentioned the number of miles the old fire truck has logged. The correct number is about 82,000 miles. InkFreeNews regrets the error. WARSAW — Plans have been finalized for the purchase of a new rescue fire truck for …read more.

SYRACUSE — A team of high schoolers from Wawasee High School have made an extraordinary journey to compete in a world competition against primarily college students in London. According to a report from a parent of one of Wawasee’s 14-member super mileage car team, Wawasee’s team survived competition in California against teams from North and …read more.

WARSAW — The Young Adult Professionals Steering Committee has announced details for their signature professional development event, a YAP-to-Community Leader Speed Networking event, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 9, at the 501 Junction located at 501 Argonne Road, Warsaw. This event will provide young professionals in Kosciusko County the opportunity to network with …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Etna Green Resident Angela Flenar has filed a declaration of candidacy for the Etna Township trustee position. A vacancy has occurred in that role due to the recent resignation of the current trustee, Gary Sponseller, who has served in that position for 16 years. Flenar has lived in Etna Green the majority of …read more.

FORT WAYNE — A rehabilitation project is slated to begin Monday on a stretch of SR 15 that crosses through the northern half of Warsaw. The concrete replacement project will stretch from just south of US 30 to just north of Market Street in downtown Warsaw. Officials are not sure which end of the stretch …read more.

LEESBURG – It’s back to the future for the oldest town in Kosciusko County. On Monday night, July 8, Leesburg Town Council will begin holding its meetings at the town hall building, located at 102 S. Pearl St., after several years of using the Plain Township office. Renovations to make the town hall accessible to …read more.

SYRACUSE — A 4th of July kids parade along the north shore of Lake Wawasee was revived yesterday morning, July 4. Residents, family members and friends gathered at Bob Fanning’s home on Lake Wawasee to begin a parade down to the Needler home and back again.

ETNA GREEN — A woman stood by her mangled, gray Ford Escape and waited for her vehicle to be towed and tended to her Rottweiler mix, Gilbert, as she described the July 4 crash on US 30 in Etna Green that injured her husband. “We were westbound and he just didn’t stop,” she said of …read more.

AKRON — Humid temperatures pushing 90 degrees did little to discourage crowds of revelers from descending upon the 2019 4th of July Festival. Thursday’s festivities started with a fireman breakfast from 7 to 10 a.m. at the Henry Township fire station. The Firecracker 5K run stepped off from Akron Elementary School at 8 a.m. The …read more.

WARSAW — Two intersections in Warsaw will be closed Monday, July 8, for four days for additional Airport Industrial Park sewer expansion work, according to a news release from the city.   The closures will continue through Thursday, July 11. Anchorage Road and North Rainbow Drive will be detoured to Detroit Street and US 30.  West …read more.

SYRACUSE — Early afternoon at Lakeside Park had many trying to stay cool. With temperatures in the mid 80s and little cloud cover, kids and adults alike were enjoying the cool waters of Syracuse Lake.

Bookings The following people were booked into Kosciusko County Jail:

The American Legion Post 49 installed new officers Tuesday night in Warsaw. Installation of new officers included (left to right) Kathy Breske – Auxiliary President, Jim Patterson – Sons of the American Legion Commander, John Mort – Legion Post Commander. The Legion is celebrating its 100-year anniversary.  

KOSCIUSKO — At the Kosciusko Area Plan Commission meeting held Wednesday, July 3, there was discussion surrounding a recent request by seven property owners to rezone properties from commercial to residential.  The rezoning was requested to accommodate residents of Circle Drive subdivision, east of Warsaw just off of US 30. The area, which is zoned …read more.

WARSAW — Three local residents were arrested in June in separate incidents after police officers made traffic stops and discovered illegal drugs. They include: Trent Joel Barlow, 32, 104 5th St., Winona Lake, is being charged with possession of a narcotic drug, a level 6 felony; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. On …read more.

MENTONE — The woman who keeps the town of Mentone running will not be serving in her current role after this year. “Jan. 1 at noon to be exact,” said Mentone Clerk-Treasurer Barb Ross, who said in the town board meeting Wednesday night, July 2 she was not running for re-election and said it with …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools has announced the recommendation of Mark Ziegler to fulfill the role of Warsaw Community High School band director. Ziegler will be recommended to the WCS Board of School Trustees during the July regular board meeting July 24. Ziegler is no stranger to Kosciusko County and its surrounding area. Born in Warsaw, raised …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The following is a list of July 4 events in and around Kosciusko County. To add an event to this list, please email [email protected]. Akron The Firecracker 5K starts at 8 a.m. Thursday, July 4, at Akron Elementary School. Registration is from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. The Akron fireworks will be held …read more.

By Bailey Stutzman, Warsaw FFA Chapter Secretary WARSAW — The Warsaw FFA Chapter held its annual spring banquet and awards ceremony on May 3, in the Warsaw Performing Arts Center. The night’s theme was “Homegrown Blue and Gold,” which highlighted some of the greatest country music artists and the members’ achievements throughout the year. The …read more.

FULTON COUNTY — To clarify misinformation provided in the Shopping Guide News of Fulton County’s July 3 edition, the dates for the two fireworks displays in Fulton County were inadvertently reversed. The display in Rochester will take place at dusk tonight, Wednesday, July 3. The show in Akron will be at dusk tomorrow, Thursday, July …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was recently arrested after an officer made a traffic stop and found more than four grams of methamphetamine. William Eugene Harty, Jr., 43, 2441 W. CR 250S 129, Warsaw; also with an address of 313 S. Columbia St. B., Warsaw, is being charged with dealing in methamphetamine, a level 4 …read more.

SYRACUSE — For the second year in a row, the Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation and the Department of Natural Resources teamed up to provide a family fishing event between the lakes on Wednesday morning, July 3.

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 — As the annual 4-H Fair approaches, the Purdue Extension of Kosciusko County is gearing up by awarding its 4-Hers for numerous projects during the organization’s annual Fashion Revue. During the event on Tuesday, July 2, held at the Extension Office on 202 W. Main St., Warsaw, the organization also crowned the annual fair’s …read more.

Troopers from the Indiana State Police Bremen Post will be participating in Operation C.A.R.E. (Combined Accident Reduction Effort) and DUIEP (Driving Under the Influence Enforcement Project). Both of these are federally funded programs that allow extra troopers to patrol Hoosier highways during the upcoming holiday period. Efforts will be focused on distracted drivers, impaired drivers, …read more.

SILVER LAKE — Police responding to a report of a woman hiding in some bushes ended up giving that woman a ride to the county jail on drug-related charges. April Renee Fuller, 36, is charged with possession of a syringe and possession of a narcotic drug, both level 6 felonies; and possession of a schedule …read more.

SILVER LAKE — A Silver Lake man was arrested after allegedly administering heroin to a man who died as a result of a drug overdose a year ago. Jeffery Prater, 49, 5086 W. Corley’s Lane, Silver Lake, is being charged with dealing in a controlled substance resulting in death, a level 1 felony; and possession …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Winona Lake Town Council voted unanimously to bankroll a $2.1 million purchase of the town’s championship golf course, Stonehenge Golf Club, in a special meeting Tuesday night, July 2. The council voted 5-0 to approve Resolution 2019-7-1, establishing a revolving loan fund. The town will not hold the deed to the …read more.

WARSAW — City Council is exploring the idea of hiring its own attorney. The move, if embraced, would apparently be the first in the city’s history and is not something done in cities the size of Warsaw. The debate sets up a somewhat awkward conversation between council members, Mayor Joe Thallemer and city attorney Scott …read more.

PIERCETON — Multiple fire departments responded to a report of a possible drowning just south of the town of Pierceton Tuesday, July 2. But a spokesperson for the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office said the incident, involving a 1-year-old boy, was not life-threatening. The boy apparently fell into a trough and inhaled some water, according to …read more.

SYRACUSE — A blown tire on a dump truck sent the driver, the truck he was driving and the load of stone into a ditch and wooded area along SR 13, south of Syracuse. The accident occurred around 3:35 p.m. Tuesday, July 2, when Kosciusko County Central Dispatch received a call of a minor personal …read more.

WARSAW — Enjoy free food, a musical performance, and a remote control car show during First Friday from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, July 5, at the courthouse square in downtown Warsaw. The event’s theme is “Hometown Picnic.” There will be free hot dogs, ice cream and watermelon at the newly renovated courthouse plaza. Food …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman was arrested after allegedly battering a male subject. Dena De Lion, 43, 615 E. Market St., Warsaw, is being charged with domestic battery with a child under 16 present, a level 6 felony; and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. On Sunday, June 16, an officer with the Warsaw Police …read more.

WARSAW — Two local men were arrested for drug charges after being present in a residence during a drug overdose. Jacob Alexander Khun, 20, 207 S. Clay St., Claypool, also showing an address of 1608 Tippecanoe Drive B2, Warsaw, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of a narcotic drug, and possession of cocaine, …read more.

WARSAW — Thinking about entering something into the Kosciusko County Community 4-H Fair this year?  Did you know that anyone can enter items into the open class exhibits in the Kosciusko County Fair? A chance to get involved is quickly approaching. Entry day for the Kosciusko County Fair will be from 8 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A long time rumor the Webster Lake Dam controls the water levels on the Barbee Chain of Lakes was brought to this writer’s attention by more than one reader recently. After some research, the verdict is it is very indirectly related and has little affect on water levels on the Barbees. One …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana has issued a heat advisory for Kosciusko and surrounding counties. The heat advisory is in effect from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 2. Hot temperatures in the lower 90’s combined with humid conditions will cause heat indices to rise to near 100 degrees this …read more.

MENTONE —  At approximately 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 2, Mentone EMS and Mentone Fire Department were called to the scene of an accident at the intersection of CR 800W and CR100S, northeast of Mentone. The accident was described as a T-bone accident. Failure to yield is suspected. Three people were reported to have minor injuries. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Staff at the Kosciusko County Justice Building are learning about a new software program, while also welcoming Superior Court 4 Judge Chris Kehler to his first day on the job. Kehler, who was appointed to the position on April 11 by Governor Eric Holcomb, started his first day as judge on Monday, July …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce helped the new family consignment shop, The Wish Wardrobe, 627 N. Main St. (SR 13) celebrate its grand opening. It is in the same shopping area as the North Webster Post Office. The store accepts gently used clothing for women, men, children, infants, shoes, purses and …read more.

WARSAW — In observance of Independence Day, offices for the city of Warsaw will be closed Thursday, July 4. Thursday’s trash route will be serviced Wednesday, July 3. All other routes will remain the same. As a reminder, please have your bin out by 7 a.m. for pickup. The town of Winona Lake offices will …read more.

WARSAW – Incoming Warsaw Community High School athletic director Matt Binkerd made his first appearance in a meet and greet Monday night.

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WARSAW — Mayor Joe Thallemer said city officials will be working on changes along Husky Trail where two people have died in traffic accidents, including an 8-year-old boy in June. Thallemer made the announcement Monday night, July 1, during a city council meeting. Thallemer acknowledged the traffic issue on Husky Trail is a “critical problem” …read more.

WARSAW — City officials lamented the delay in construction of the North Buffalo Street plaza Monday, July 1, but other projects around the lake are continuing to move forward. The city board of works rejected the lone bid for the plaza project last month because it was about $500,000 more expensive than the estimated $1.5 …read more.

WARSAW — A gathering of contributors and stakeholders braved the 90-degree heat to officially mark the opening of a small retail shop with a philanthropic purpose. Mary Ann’s Place, located at 325 Argonne Road, will serve donation drop-off center and thrift store. “Today is our grand opening of Mary Ann’s Place.” Said Kacey Anderson Beaman …read more.

WARSAW — Craig Allebach and Tony Ciriello will likely always remember the date — June 29, 1994 — when David Swearingen killed Det. Sergeant Phil Hochstetler and Swearingen’s own two young children. They will also recall the excruciating 45 hours that followed, as a massive manhunt for the 25-year-old suspect that gripped Kosciusko County until …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Town of Winona Lake has announced an executive session, followed by a special meeting of the town council on Tuesday, July 2. The executive session of the council is slated to begin at 7 p.m. with the special meeting following at 7:30 p.m. The subject of the special meeting will be …read more.

WARSAW — Two individuals have been charged with robbery and theft after stealing a vehicle from a female in the parking lot at Owens Supermarket. Jennifer M. Davis, 30, no address listed, is being charged with robbery resulting in bodily injury, a level 3 felony; theft, a level 6 felony; and resisting law enforcement, a …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Winners were announced for Winona Lake’s 4th of July celebration held this past weekend, June 29-30, to include winners of the cutie pageant and the annual parade. Ivan Mullins and Olivia Pahl, both 5, were named King and Queen Winona respectively, while Jackson Pahl and Harper Veto, both 3, were crowned Prince …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Two North Webster residents suffered serious to critical injuries in a motorcycle/vehicle crash Saturday afternoon, June 29, at CR 800N and Syracuse-Webster Road, northwest of North Webster. Fredrick McKee, 62, North Webster, driver of a 2006 Harley-Davidson, sustained head injuries. Shelley Boyd, 53, North Webster, a passenger on McKee’s motorcycle, sustained multiple …read more.

  SYRACUSE — “Imagine this 3,000 acres of water being corn and soybeans,” stated Randy Tobias to over 100 guests Saturday evening. “If it were, none of us would be here … this is what brings us here — water. What keeps us here is clean water.” Randy and Deborah Tobias, along with several co-hosts, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — This week’s forecast for northern Indiana has a theme: high temperatures in the upper 80s and a continuing chance of thunderstorms each day. The National Weather Service predicts temperatures will rise to the upper 80s and 90 through Friday. Each day and night will include a chance of storms. Tonight’s forecast includes a …read more.

GOSHEN — In the Forbes annual Best-In-State Banks and Credit Unions rankings, Interra Credit Union, headquartered in Goshen, was one of just five credit unions in Indiana to achieve the status in 2019. Of the more than 5,000 credit unions in the country, only 182 made the list nationally. The market research firm, Statista, partnered …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A Kosciusko County woman faces two drug charges after suffering an overdose in early June. North Webster police were notified of a woman in a bathroom on June 4 who appeared to be unresponsive. An unidentified person led authorities to a residence in North Webster where they were told Amanda Waggoner, 28, …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman was arrested on drug charges after allegedly entering an apartment without permission to use the bathroom. Amanda Jo Shepherd, 40, 218 N. Sherman St., Warsaw, is being charged with residential entry and possession of methamphetamine, both level 6 felonies. According to the affidavit of probable cause, on June 14, an …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — On Monday, July 1, Attorney General Curtis Hill asked Hoosiers to watch for car dealers posing as private sellers on Craigslist — and to alert the Office of the Attorney General if and when they come across such listings. Craigslist.com allows a seller to post either as a dealer or as a private …read more.

WARSAW — Ink Free News and The Papers Inc. have announced a change in management at InkFreeNews.com. Maggie Kenworthy is stepping down as editor after serving in the role for three years. Dan Spalding, a reporter with Ink Free News, will assume the role of editor beginning today, July 1. Kenworthy plans to continue working …read more.

WARSAW — RE/MAX will host an ice cream social from 1 to 3 p.m. July 28. The event is free to the public and will take place at the Tourmaline building at 208 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw. Vendors at the event include RE/MAX Results, Gold Key Home Inspections, Hallmark Home Mortgage and Western & Southern …read more.