KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — As the weather begins to turn warmer, one way to get and stay motivated to get moving is the Syracuse-Wawasee Trails’ Couch to 5K program. Kosciusko County YMCA also presents a variety of programs to keep people moving.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting the Central Park Concert Series at the Central Park Plaza at 7 p.m. Friday, May 24. If you like funk/rock/soul, you won’t want to miss The Indigos. The band starts playing at 7 p.m. and will play until 8:30 p.m. Bring your …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — This morning a severe storm ripped through Kosciusko REMC’s service territory leaving significant damage to poles and lines in its wake. Members began losing power at 4:40 a.m. At that time KREMC dispatched their line crews in full force to begin work to restore power to over 9,500 members. The damage throughout the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Viewers around the county woke up to storm damage after a storm passed through Kosciusko County and surrounding areas shortly before 5 a.m. Thursday, May 23. The weather service said they believe much of the damage was caused by straight-line winds. “Most of the winds were around 60 mph or so, based on …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Power outages throughout Kosciusko County are affecting local residents, including much of downtown Warsaw. The storm passed through Kosciusko County and surrounding areas shortly before 5 a.m., according to the National Weather Service. Kosciusko County Sheriff Kyle Dukes said Milford, including Beer Road and Lapoint Drive, were hard hit by the storm. Mentone …read more.

WINONA LAKE — A previously unused area on the property of Jefferson Elementary School has been re-purposed to give students there a physical challenge and a place to expend excess energy, thanks to efforts from the school’s Parent Teacher Organization. On Wednesday, May 22, the school unveiled a recently constructed obstacle course featuring stages that …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the selection of the Menzie-Reece American Legion Post 258 as the May 2019 Member of the Month. The Pierceton Chamber of Commerce is honored to celebrate the work of Menzie-Reece American Legion Post 258 as they continue their efforts to show patriotism within the …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw batters recorded just one hit and wasted a critical opportunity in the fifth in a 3-0, season-ending loss to Concord Wednesday.

WARSAW — Andy Tomasik sees art as not a mystery only “for the chosen few.” He believes most people like to be creative, but just don’t know how to get to that point. “Art is not an exclusive club,” he said. “I take everybody who comes in my classroom,” even if that student was simply …read more.

The Substance Use Recovery and Treatment Committee is determined to breakdown misconceptions and stigmas surrounding addiction to create a community that helps one another by providing information to better understand others’ situations. (Photo provided) It’s Sunday afternoon. She sits on the porch, waiting on Dad to pick her up for their visits. It’s been eight …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Kosciusko County Councilmember Sue Ann Mitchell was elected president of the Association of Indiana Counties’ Northeast District during the annual meeting in Whitley County this month. “I am pleased to serve as the Northeast District President of the Association of Indiana Counties,” Mitchell said. “I have been a cheerleader for the AIC for many …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Ride+Walk Warsaw+Winona Lake is proud to announce the Zagster Race to 1,000 Challenge. Kosciusko Bike Share is nearing 1,000 members and we need your help. Visit one of the four Kosciusko Bike Share stations, located at West Market Street on the Zimmer Biomet West Campus, the Warsaw Community Public Library, The Village at …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Public Library is the location for a Pathways to Homeownership meeting at 4 p.m. Thursday, May 23. The program is open to the public and organized by Sara McNeal Strahan-Lenfestey, who is a candidate for Warsaw City Council. As the title suggests, the meeting is an opportunity to learn about different …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A New Paris man with a previous domestic battery conviction was recently arrested after police say he battered a female while a child was present. Jared Austin Andrew Johnson, 24, 70150 County Road 25, New Paris, is being charged with domestic battery with a child under 16 present, a level 6 felony; domestic …read more.

SYRACUSE — The wheels of progress are now in motion to make sure current and future repairs to the Syracuse Water Control Device are done. Wawasee Property Owners Association Board of Directors approved the establishment of a Water Control Structure Fund Saturday morning, May 18, during its meeting. “People noticed the structure has an issue, …read more.

  WARSAW — A female motorist complained of arm pain as a result of a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Center and Detroit streets in Warsaw Wednesday afternoon, May 22. Dispatchers called for emergency first responders just prior to 1 p.m. to respond to a personal injury accident at the intersection. The Dodge Charger …read more.

FULTON COUNTY — The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office and Fulton County Crimestoppers are requesting your assistance in locating subjects wanted on felony and/or misdemeanor warrants. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these wanted persons, contact the Fulton County Crimestoppers at (574) 223-7867. Please Read Our Disclaimer All warrants are the property of …read more.

  PLYMOUTH — When it comes to understanding the constant change that is part of operating a business or managing personal finances, the partners of KuhnDillonUmbaugh have both professional and personal experience.  Formerly known as CarterDillonUmbaugh since its inception late in 2012, the name change to KuhnDillonUmbaugh reflects elevation of Justin Kuhn from a junior …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Re/Max Lakes new location of its full-service real estate office, 740 S. Main St., North Webster, hosted a Third Thursday After Hours Open House for the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce on May 16. A ribbon cutting for the newly remodeled and much larger facility was also held by the chamber.

MILFORD — Milford Food Bank, at the corner of Emeline and First streets, will have a number of items they will be giving away from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 25, during Milford Fest. Among the items available free on a first come first serve basis will be plastic balls, bubble bath, UNO card …read more.

INDIANA —  Interra Credit Union is once again sponsoring Shred-it Days for its members. This annual event highlights the importance of proper and safe disposal of information that can compromise accounts or identities of individuals and businesses or organizations.  Located in the parking lot southwest of Interra’s main office in Goshen, the event will be …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Town Council passed the emergency access ordinance amendment dealing with the town controlled Webster Lake right of way at the end of East Washington Street at its monthly meeting Tuesday, May 21. It took place at North Webster Community Center. Resident Daniel Neff approached the board about the possibility of …read more.

CLAYPOOL — The Claypool Town Council amended several town ordinances regarding parking, intersections and alleyways during its meeting Tuesday, May 21. An ordinance regarding one-way alleys near Section and Walnut Streets was voided. The alleyways will now allow two-way travel. One-way road signs at the alleyways are set to be removed immediately. To allow for …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The tenth annual Blackburn Run 4 Others will take place on Saturday, June 15. The 10K run returns this year in addition to the 5K run and walk. Race day registration and packet pickup will be from 7:30 to 8:40 a.m. and the races will begin at 9 a.m. Registration costs $20 until …read more.

SYRACUSE — A variety of traffic issues were discussed during the Syracuse Town Council meeting held Tuesday night, May 21. Town Manager Mike Noe presented a letter from the Indiana Department of Transportation stating it agreed with the town establishing “no left turn” from Railroad Avenue onto SR 13. Later in his report, Noe told …read more.

CROMWELL — It was a celebratory meeting Monday, May 20, for the Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District board and employees. After months of debate, increased bills and delayed contracts the district officially flipped the switch on the town of Syracuse. On Tuesday, May 14, 65 percent of the flow previously treated by Syracuse and billed …read more.

WESTFIELD – Warsaw’s middle school girls rugby club won a state title this past weekend.

WARSAW — At the Warsaw Parks & Recreation board meeting Tuesday, May 21, Recreation Director Sheila Wieringa said lack of lifeguards is an issue again this year. The parks department currently has four lifeguards. Warsaw Parks Superintendent Larry Plummer said 14 guards are needed to run the system at full capacity. “We will not be guarding …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Winona Lake’s Town Board took a few moments at the beginning of its regular monthly meeting Tuesday, May 21, to pay homage to the town’s longtime fire chief, who lost his life May 5 in a work-related accident. The chair Titus used during meetings was tipped up and a white rose and …read more.

WARSAW — In a Facebook post put up earlier this evening, OrthoCity Brewery & Smokehouse, located at 975 Warren Street, Warsaw, announced that the business is closing and being put up for sale. According to the post, “the two Brad’s have a different vision for the brewery & smokehouse moving forward. We have decided to …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Wawasee Building Trades will hold an open house for the 2018-19 project home from 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 29. A house is being built for Jeff and Jennifer Phillips at 6099 N. 950E, North Webster. It is a ranch style house with three bedrooms, three bathrooms, two kitchens and a …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Silver Lake man is facing charges after allegedly stealing a handgun from his employer and later battering a female. Eric Lewis Baker, 39, 303 N. Jefferson St., Silver Lake, is being charged with theft, a level 6 felony; strangulation, a level 6 felony; and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor.  According to …read more.

WARSAW — A Leesburg man will likely spend no time in jail for what was initially labeled a battery against a minor, but which was portrayed during his sentencing hearing as nothing more than horse play gone wrong. Timothy Michael Grevenstuk, 38, 44 EMS B6 Lane, Leesburg, was booked in the Kosciusko County Jail last …read more.

ROCHESTER — TOPP Industries, Inc., announced that they are joining the effort to support the Indiana Governor’s WorkEthic Certificate program as a participating employer, which gives students who achieve the certification an opportunity for direct hire at TOPP. The WorkEthic Certificate is an award available to seniors at participating high schools that meet outlined criteria …read more.

Members of the Warsaw Community High School Junior ROTC Color Guard stand watch during the presentation of the commemorative wreath. WARSAW — The Zimmer Biomet Veterans Resource Group held a commemorative Memorial Day wreath-laying ceremony today, May 21, at Center Lake Pavilion. Guests of honor Paula Fiscus and her daughter, Gabrielle Fiscus, representing Gold Star …read more.

By Darla McCammon Construction can be an art form and certainly uses many principles of art when the creation of a new structure happens. Notre-Dame de Paris is a prime example of French Gothic architecture along with a hodge-podge of styles added over the centuries. Gothic style incorporates innumerable aspects of art in the resulting …read more.

GOSHEN — It is Monday afternoon. One by one, the individuals assembled in the courtroom take their seat at the defendant’s table to have a several-minute weekly conversation with Elkhart Superior 4 Judge Gretchen Lund. Her Honor greets each one with a sincere, disarming smile and asks the introductory question: “How are you doing today?” She …read more.

AKRON — The majority of the Tippecanoe Valley school board meeting held on Monday, May 20, was spent honoring student and staff achievements. For the first time in school history, a Tippecanoe Valley High School student was selected as a Regional Academic All-Star for the state of Indiana by the Indiana Association of School Principals. …read more.

AKRON — On Saturday, May 18, the Tippecanoe Valley FFA Livestock Judging Team competed in the State Livestock Judging Contest at the Purdue Animal Research Farm, with 216 participants and 60 teams between the FFA & 4-H divisions. The team from Tippecanoe Valley ended up 5th in the state and won a National Trip to …read more.

WARSAW — Baker Youth Club held its annual end of the school year award ceremony on Monday, May 20. BYC Executive Director Tracy Furnivall presented the awards at the ceremony. The awards focused on various categories including art, citizenship, physical fitness and STEM. The Boy of the Year award was given to Isaac LaRue and …read more.

UPDATE: This silver alert has been canceled as of 12:27 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, as requested by the South Bend Police Department   SOUTH BEND — A statewide Silver Alert has been declared. The South Bend Police Department is investigating the disappearances of Eleanor Rushing, a one-year-old white female, 30 inches tall, 30 pounds, light …read more.

WARSAW — A local police officer was seriously injured Monday morning in a three-vehicle accident on US 30 in Warsaw. First Sgt. Larry Holderman, 61, an officer with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office who lives in Warsaw, was taken to a Fort Wayne hospital with serious injuries. Holderman suffered a laceration to the head and had …read more.

WARSAW — The building trades program of the Warsaw Area Career Center will host an open house from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 22. The house is located at 2315 Falcon Dr., Warsaw. This is the 37th year for the building trades program. Twenty-one students, under the direction of instructor Eric Taylor, worked on the …read more.

PIERCETON — Michele Smith, chief academic officer for Marion Community Schools, was announced as Pierceton Elementary School’s new principal during the Whitko School Board meeting held Monday, May 20. Smith has worked as a chief academic officer for four years and also worked as a principal for four years. “I’m really excited to work for …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Lakeland Christian Academy announced its valedictorian and salutatorian for the class of 2019. Carlene Wise, valedictorian, is the daughter of Steve and Charlotte Wise. She plans to attend Purdue University where she will major in Biology with a minor in Wildlife. She plans to go on to Veterinary school to become a …read more.

WARSAW — On Monday morning, May 20, students from the Warsaw Area Career Center emergency medical technician program were visited by the Lutheran air helicopter to learn more about emergency healthcare. During this event, students will learn about patient transport via aircraft, helicopter safety as a caregiver interacting with the aircraft from the ground, the difference …read more.

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WARSAW — On Monday night, city council reviewed numerous tax abatement agreements with seven companies, including three — Biomet, Torrent Holdings and Alpha Manufacturing — that have been annexed into the city in the past year and have new agreements for city tax payments. In each of those cases, the companies were offered three-year abatement …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools welcomed two new top administrators to its elementary school ranks, praised the efforts of its high school counselors and joined some WCS youngsters in celebrating history at the regular monthly meeting of the corporation’s board of trustees meeting Monday night, May 20. The highlights of Monday’s meeting came in the …read more.

AKRON — Tippecanoe Valley High School received a large change in administration during the school board meeting held tonight, May 20. During the consent agenda portion of the meeting, Chad Cripe’s name was included in a list of resignations for the board to accept. Board member Todd Hoffman asked that the resignation be separated from …read more.

PIERCETON — A woman was airlifted following a single-vehicle accident after her gray Hyundai Elantra struck a tree in Pierceton. At approximately 4:05 p.m. Monday, May 20, Pierceton Fire Department responded to a report of a personal injury accident on South 1st Street, across from Pierceton Elementary School. Initial dispatch reports said the female driver, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw man was arrested after allegedly using his brother’s identifying information to obtain employment. Gustavo Antonio Nunez, 30, 1606 Maye St., Warsaw; also with an address of 116 E. Fort Wayne St., Warsaw, is being charged with identity deception and forgery, both level 6 felonies. On April 18, the Kosciusko County Child …read more.

AKRON — On Saturday May 18, the Tippecanoe Valley FFA and Fulton County 4-H poultry teams competed in the state contest at Battleground Middle School outside of Lafayette. The 4-H team comprised of Evan Cohagan, Nicole Ziemek, Rolanda Reichard and Miranda Dotson were State runners-up. Cohagan was state champion high individual, Reichard was 7th high …read more.

KOSCIUSKO— A Mentone woman was sentenced on charges in three separate cases in Kosciusko Circuit Court Monday, May 20. Ashley Nicole Wolf, 22, 201 N. Franklin St., Mentone, was found guilty of possession of a narcotic drug, a level 6 felony; failure to appear, a level 6 felony; and dealing in methamphetamine, a level 5 …read more.

WARSAW — Sunday, May 19, the Lakeland Art Association held their annual Spring Juried Show reception and awards ceremony at the Lakeland Art Center & Gallery. Professional artists from Illinois, Indiana and Ohio submitted 87 pieces of fine art in many different mediums. This year’s show judge, Ann Shive of Crestwoods Gallery, awarded honorable mentions …read more.

  SYRACUSE — Hundreds converged on the Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum Saturday, May 18, not only to view J.P. Dolan’s Indian Relic collection, but other area historical items displayed, during an open house. Many were also on hand for a brief presentation from J.P. Dolan, Eli Lilly, Chief Papakeechie and Chief Wawasee. The collection of J.P. …read more.

MILFORD — Ever since its resurrection 12 years ago, Milford Fest has been a family-friendly day of rides, music, vending, events, a town-wide garage sale and more: “Fun, food and fellowship,” as organizer Milford Lion Tricia Gall stated. For Gall, Milford Fest is more than just an event; it is a chance to bring families …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Manchester University conferred undergraduate, professional and graduate degrees to 331 students on Saturday, May 18.  Kosciusko County students receiving degrees were: Claypool: Kevin Hawley, Bachelor of Science, in English language arts education; Delaney Ray, Bachelor of Science, magna cum laude, in psychology and sociology; John Paul Secrest, Bachelor of Science, cum laude, in …read more.

WINONA LAKE — A Winona Lake man was recently arrested after an infant suffered serious injuries while under his care. Medical professionals found the infant suffered from bleeding on the brain and bruises on her head that appeared to be finger indentations. Doctors say the infant suffered from shaken baby syndrome and may never regain …read more.

SYRACUSE — In firefighting tradition, a Hose Uncoupling Ceremony was held Saturday at Turkey Creek Fire Station 1, South Huntington Street, Syracuse, for the remodeling of the station. Members of the fire department, fire territory board, architects, contractors and township trustee were present for the event. The Hose Uncoupling Ceremony is a fire department’s version …read more.

INDIANA — State Rep. Dave Wolkins (R-Warsaw) recently welcomed student pages to the Statehouse. As House pages, these students toured the governor’s office, the House and Senate chambers and the Indiana Supreme Court. They also helped staff with their daily tasks and met with Wolkins to learn more about the legislative process.  The students included: …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The weather was perfect for the annual spring Antique Outboard Motor Show and Swap Meet in North Webster. The event was held Saturday, May 18, at the North Webster Town Park. “It has been the best crowd,” said Dave Tranter, local organizer for the spring Antique Outboard Motor Show and Swap Meet. …read more.

The following is a list of Memorial Day weekend events happening in and around Kosciusko County: Etna Green The Etna Green Church of Christ will be hosting memorial services starting at the church at 10 a.m. and ending with services at 11:30 a.m. at East Cemetery on Monday, May 27.   Leesburg A parade begins …read more.

WARSAW — The Lake City Peripheral Neuropathy Support Group will meet at 6 p.m.  Wednesday, May 29, at the administratitive classroom at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw. Sue Mort from Mort’s Chiropractic in Pierceton will be the speaker. She will talk about the importance of good nutrition and the chiropractic belief in alternative medicine. Anyone …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library will begin signups for its summer reading program on Tuesday, May 28. This year’s theme is “A Universe of Stories.” The library’s program will run from June 3 to July 12. The library has programs for all age groups. There will be prizes awarded for each age group. Activities planned …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is requesting your assistance in locating subjects wanted on felony and/or misdemeanor warrants. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these wanted persons, contact the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office at (574) 267-5667. Please Read Our Disclaimer All warrants are the property of Kosciusko County. The …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Many in North Webster will remember local resident Norma Roose’s Serenity Gardens that she and her daughter Sue Guy created and shared with the community during the mid-1990s. Join this mother and daughter on a virtual memory walk through Serenity Gardens at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 23, at North Webster Community Public …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The 16th annual Fat & Skinny Tire Fest is taking place this weekend, bringing community members and tourists together over a shared love of biking. The event began Friday, May 17, with an opening ceremony and critical mass ride, and continues through Sunday. President of KCV Cycling Club Greg Demopoulos is one of …read more.

MILFORD — The Milford Public Library has announced upcoming activities for May 20-25. Board Meeting The Milford Public Library board will meet Monday, May 20 at 5 p.m. in the meeting room. Board meetings are open to the public. Patrons who want to attend a meeting can learn how the board navigates ongoing business at the library and …read more.

SYRACUSE — Because state funding is either flat or declining for many school districts in Indiana, saving money becomes even more of a priority. State funding for the Wawasee Community School Corporation has seen little or no growth in recent years. With a tighter budget, administrators have looked for ways to control or cut costs. …read more.

In honor of those who fought and gave their lives in one of World War II’s most notorious battles, the Invasion of Normandy, four columns written by Ernie Pyle will be shared each week leading up to the 75th anniversary of D-Day on June 6. This is the first of the four columns.

SYRACUSE — The threat of rain may have kept some vehicle owners and enthusiast away, but for those die hard vehicle buffs, the threat didn’t pose a problem Friday night at the Syracuse American Legion Post 223 Cruise In. The Legion members wanted to keep the annual May tradition alive, after the Syracuse-Wawasee Kiwanis announced …read more.

By Melissa Chapman Cataloging Supervisor The school year is almost done and summer is just around the corner. A part of having a great summer is to get some sun, have some fun and read! Research shows we are inclined to learn more slowly in the summer. Some students actually go into reverse and lose …read more.

WARSAW — An invite to attend the monthly meeting held by Democrats in Warsaw led to a spontaneous political pitch on Wednesday by Republican Chris Plack who is running as an independent for a city council seat this fall. In a rather unique moment Tuesday night, May 14, at a Democratic Party meeting at Mad …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.

WINONA LAKE — The 16th annual Fat & Skinny Tire Fest started off with the opening ceremony at 6 p.m. Friday, May 17, at the Trailhouse in Winona Lake. This was followed by the critical mass ride which started at the Trailhouse and ended at Mad Anthony’s Lake City Taphouse in Warsaw. Kosciusko County Velo …read more.

  WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School is proud to announce that William Robison and Anthony Bass are named valedictorian and salutatorian for the class of 2019. Robison is the valedictorian for the class of 2019. Robison is the son of David and Sally Robison. He plans to attend Indiana University, Bloomington. He will major in …read more.

WARSAW — At approximately 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 17, Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory and Plain Township Fire Department were called to the scene of a one vehicle rollover accident on SR 15, near CR 400N in Warsaw. The vehicle went off the road near Armey Satellite Systems.  The male driver of the vehicle was transported by …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation announced Rob Parker, president and CEO of the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce was selected to participate in the third cohort of its premiere business leadership program. The Business Leads Fellowship Program trains and equips leaders from state and local chambers of commerce with resources, access to experts, …read more.

Kosciusko — A local man was recently arrested after police say he asked his grandmother to write a check for him and paid her back with counterfeit cash. Zachary Dale White, 27, with addresses of both 209 E. Baltimore St., Syracuse, and 602 W. Section St., Milford, is being charged with counterfeiting, a level 6 …read more.

SYRACUSE — Two years of intensive work on Syracuse resident J.P. Dolan’s Indian relic collection will culminate with an open house at the Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum. “The Dawn of Indiana Archaeology” will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 18. The museum is housed in the Syracuse Community Center across from Lakeside Park. …read more.

WARSAW — Yesterday, May 16, an arrest warrant was served on Christopher Aaron Susaraba, 28, Mishawaka, for his involvement in the March 9, death of Kosciusko County Jail inmate Dennis McCrory. Susaraba is the first suspect in Kosciusko County to face charges for dealing in a controlled substance resulting in death, a level 1 felony. Additionally, …read more.

WARSAW —The Baker Youth Club is pleased to announce the launch of their extended hours for BYC’s Summer Camp. Traditionally BYC offered the Summer Program with afternoon hours. Tracy Furnivall, Executive Director, commented: “We have always just provided an afternoon program but we have seen an increase in need for all-day summer programming. We are …read more.

WARSAW — The city’s emerging public arts collection took a huge step forward Friday after financing for a large sculpture for the future Buffalo Street Plaza was announced. Representatives of the Kosciusko County Community Foundation on Friday said the cost of the plaza sculpture will be covered with a $150,000 grant from the Castaldi Family …read more.

TIPPECANOE — Taran Holderman, 27, was arrested by Marshall County UNIT Officers following a short standoff Thursday, May 16, in a wooded area in Tippecanoe. Holderman was wanted on a warrant for dealing methamphetamne, a level 2 felony, out of Kosciusko County. Holderman’s arrest was a joint drug task force operation between UNIT and NET …read more.

PLYMOUTH — Nine people were arrested by the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department UNIT team Wednesday, May 15, at 4400 Lilac Road, Plymouth. Two children were removed from the home at the time of the arrest. Arrested were: Sean Snyder, 27, charged with unlawful possession of a syringe, level 6 felony; possession of a narcotic drug …read more.

INDIANA —  Modern Healthcare’s list of the 2019 Best Places to Work in Healthcare includes all of Parkview Health’s community hospitals: Parkview Huntington Hospital, Parkview LaGrange Hospital, Parkview Noble Hospital, Parkview Wabash Hospital and Parkview Whitley Hospital, which includes Parkview Warsaw.  This award program identifies and recognizes outstanding employers in the healthcare industry nationwide. Modern …read more.

MARSHALL COUNTY — Marshall County Sheriff Matt Hassel announced the third annual Marshall County Law Enforcement Appreciation Camp. The camp session this year will be held Thursday, June 20, through Sunday, June 23, at Potawatomi Wildlife Park, 16998 SR 331, Tippecanoe. This camp is a program provided by the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department for boys …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Clerk Ann Torpy is proposing county election officials consider transitioning from using the traditional assigned polling places to vote centers for the 2020 election. Under the vote center system, any registered voter in the county can vote at any vote center in the county. It’s appealing to folks who live in …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Congratulations were in order for the Whitko FFA last week as they hosted their annual dinner banquet and awards ceremony. During this celebration, it is also a time to recognize the hard work of the senior class, thank the current officers and welcome the newest officers to their posts. For the audience, …read more.

WARSAW — The city’s summer sprinkling credit program is entering its second year this year. Warsaw residents are reminded to sign up for the summer sprinkling credit program as soon as possible. Residents who signed up last year do not need to sign up again.   On April 16, 2018, the city council adopted a …read more.

WARSAW — Parkview Warsaw Center for Healthy Living is pleased to host Dr. Ryan Singerman as he discusses the importance of gut health and its impact on overall health and sense of well-being from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 23. Dr. Singerman, who specializes in weight management and bariatric surgery, will present information regarding …read more.

WARSAW — Thirteen students from Warsaw’s Orthopedic and Advanced Manufacturing Training Center graduated Friday, May 10, from Ivy Tech Community College Warsaw. Eleven of those students earned a certificate in Machine Tool Technology, and two, who earned their certificate last year, earned their technical certificate this year, which means those students have the first year of …read more.

WARSAW — The supply drive earlier this spring at Martin’s and Owen’s benefitting Fellowship Missions was a huge success, according to a press release from the event’s organizers. Zach Leedy and Michael Hammer, students from Wawasee High School, organized the drive as part of their community service project for Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy. The name …read more.

WARSAW — A teenager described as missing for nearly a week has been found. Ashley Wolfe, 15, had been reported as a runaway from the Milford area on May 9. On Wednesday night, May 15, US Marshals “found and recovered” Ashley in Huntington, according to a news release from Kosciusko Sheriff’s Office. “We appreciate the …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee High School held its annual National Honors Society induction ceremony in the high school auditorium Wednesday evening, May 15. A total of 19 juniors were inducted into the NHS this year. Selection is based on four criteria: scholarship, leadership, service and character. NHS is a nationwide organization for high school students with …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The Antique Outboard Motor Club will hold its 2019 Spring Show and Swap Meet Saturday, May 18, in the North Webster Town Park on the west shore of Webster Lake (by the Dixie boat dock). The meet starts at approximately 10 a.m. and usually runs to mid-afternoon. Many participants stay late in …read more.

WARSAW — A Goshen man was arrested after allegedly battering a male subject. Jorge Nunez Giron, 59, 16073 County Road 22, Goshen, is being charged with domestic battery with a child under 16 present, a level 6 felony; and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. On May 5, an officer with the Warsaw Police Department …read more.

MILFORD — An incident where a student at Milford School displayed a handgun after school hours has been resolved. Additionally a glitch in the school’s notification program to parents and staff has also been resolved. Kosciusko County Chief Deputy Shane Bucher stated the matter has been resolved, no one was in danger and the gun …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools has announced its STEM Summer Enrichment Program for students in fourth to sixth grade from any WCS elementary school. Students in the program will explore STEM through Project/Problem-based learning. The program will be held from Monday, June 3, to Friday, June 21. Students will arrive at 7:45 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. …read more.