KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County coroner has identified the deceased male found in the Tippecanoe River on Wednesday, May 8, as 65-year-old Thomas Schmeltz, Bourbon. The preliminary cause of death has been determined to be drowning. Around 3 p.m. on May 8, Indiana Conservation Officers located Schmeltz’s body in the Tippecanoe River in Kosciusko County …read more.

[weaver_youtube 2voeFuajjQs rel=0] WINONA LAKE — “His blood was probably fire engine red.” The words of someone who knew Winona Lake Fire Chief Mitch Titus quite well were read aloud by local Pastor Denny Wilson during the poignant, somber, yet uplifting memorial service Thursday, May 9, at the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center. Hundreds of people …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College invites middle school students to its inaugural engineering camp this summer. The camp, created and led by Chair of the Grace College Engineering Department, Dr. Fred Wentorf, will introduce students to engineering through hands-on application. Students will design and race dragsters to learn the basics of mechanical engineering. The day …read more.

SYRACUSE – Wawasee has decided to retain Jon Everingham as its boys basketball coach.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested after allegedly battering a male subject. Kyle Richard Spaulding, 31, 3750 Lake City Highway, No. 8, Warsaw, is being charged with domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. On April 18, an officer with the Warsaw Police Department responded to a report of battery at a residence. Upon arrival …read more.

AKRON — Following months of Unified Champion Schools training and curricula, local Mentone Elementary, Akron Elementary and Tippecanoe Valley Middle School students will take part in an inclusive sporting event Monday, May 20.. Special Olympics Indiana and Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation are working together this school year to engage students in activities designed to promote …read more.

SYRACUSE — American Red Cross will be holding two sessions of swim lessons at the Wawasee Middle School pool in the month of June. Session one will run from June 3-14, and session two, June 17-28. Registration will be held at WMS, 9850 SR 13, from 8 a.m. to noon May 11; and 8 to …read more.

WARSAW — A woman was transported to a Fort Wayne hospital after being struck by a vehicle on US 30. At approximately 3:53 p.m. Tuesday, May 7, a female pedestrian was injured in a single-vehicle accident on US 30, east of Springhill Road in Warsaw. The crash involved a 2019 Cadillac Escalade, operated by David …read more.

By Darla McCammon Among the treasures to be found in Notre Dame Cathedral were the “Great Mays.” These are works of art, large paintings, averaging 10 by 13 feet in size. To give you an idea about the scale of this Cathedral, at one time there were 76 of these “Great Mays” paintings in the …read more.

Brittany Swoverland WARSAW — A Goshen woman is facing charges after a child fired a rifle and a bullet entered a nearby home. Brittany Lee Swoverland, 28, with addresses listed as both 266 Winchester Trails, Goshen, and 920 Anchorage Road #25, Warsaw, is being charged with dangerous control of a child, a level 5 felony; …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Detectives with the Indiana State Police are conducting a death investigation after a body was found. Around 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, Indiana Conservation Officers located the body of a deceased male in the Tippecanoe River in Kosciusko County near SR 10 and SR 19. Positive identification has not been made at this …read more.

WARSAW — K21 Health Foundation enlisted 212 Media Studios to create a new online portal. 212 designed the user-friendly website to highlight K21’s role and projects in the community and to streamline non-profit grant applications. “Launching this new site will empower us to share our story and mission with the community better than we could …read more.

Warsaw — JB’s Furniture is having a special Mother’s Day sale on Saturday to honor that special Mom in your life. When Mom arrives this Saturday, they will receive a free special gift, and 15% off all day Saturday for their special day. JB’s Furniture is located on 2101 E Center St., Warsaw.

INDIANAPOLIS – Gov. Eric Holcomb signed legislation Wednesday allowing sports betting and allowing the construction of two new casinos in the state.

KOSCIUSKO — Saturday, May 11, marks the 27th year of one of America’s great days of giving — the National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger food drive. Letter carriers walk through the community every day, often coming face to face with the reality that too many people are hungry. Each year on the …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library is inviting interested patrons to its Teen Twilight Zone Night, scheduled for Thursday, May 9 from 4 to 6 p.m. Participants will watch original episodes of “The Twilight Zone” television series and enjoy snacks.  For more information, please contact Elyza at (574) 353-7234. Preschool story hour takes place every …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) KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — It seems counter intuitive to first educate about substance use disorder and strive to reduce the stigma associated …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.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko Board of REALTORS is pleased to announce their 2019 Scholarship winners. From 1993 to date, KBOR has awarded $78,000 in scholarships. The KBOR scholarship is specifically designed to identify and encourage bright and motivated students in Kosciusko County. In assisting with their educational expenses KBOR hopes to help these students achieve all …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Convention, Recreation and Visitors Commission approved several grants during its meeting on Wednesday, May 8. Jill Boggs, Kosciusko County Convention Visitors Bureau executive director, discussed malfunctioning issues with the Visit Kosciusko County website. The bureau currently works with Simpleview for its customer-relationship-management, or CRM, software and overall website design. Boggs …read more.

WARSAW — Titus Funeral Home will be hosting local public safety personnel for a luncheon, held in their honor later May 17. “The month of May brings many sure signs of spring and often the first glimpses of summer, but also includes three special events, which are sometimes overlooked,” said Titus Funeral Home owner Cory …read more.

AKRON — The Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation is seeking nominations for the Tippecanoe Valley Distinguished Alumni Class of 2019. Distinguished alumni are graduates of Tippecanoe Valley High School, Akron High School, Beaver Dam High School, Burket High School, Mentone High School, or Talma High School, living or deceased. Nominees should be grads who have led …read more.

WINONA LAKE — This month the Kosciusko County Traffic Safety Partnership will join law enforcement agencies across the nation to increase enforcement of seat-belt laws for the program Click It or Ticket. Multiple weeks of highly visible patrols will be watching for unrestrained passengers in cars and trucks, both children and adults, the front seat and back, …read more.

Warsaw — JB’s Furniture is having a special Mother’s Day sale on Saturday to honor that special Mom in your life. When Mom arrives this Saturday, they will receive a free special gift, and 15% off all day Saturday for their special day. JB’s Furniture is located on 2101 E Center St., Warsaw.

WARSAW — Tracey Akers, Warsaw Community Schools’ nurse coordinator and Edgewood Middle School nurse, was chosen to participate as one of the 48 school nurses to be a part of the first School Nurse Leadership Academy. The graduation ceremony occurred April 12, in Fishers. The Indiana Association of School Nurses shared Akers’ board report from last …read more.

WINONA LAKE — “Contemplative Seasons,” the first of three recently-added sculptures to the greenway known as Winona Lake Heritage Trail, was dedicated Tuesday afternoon, May 7. The sculpture, consisting of three ceramic columns, a decorative bench, and a concrete pad, is located on the Greenway extension just off Pierceton Road in Winona Lake, approximately behind Grace …read more.

CLAYPOOL — Police who were acting on a tip and attempting to serve a felony arrest warrant allegedly found a Claypool man with drugs, adding to the existing charges. Christopher Dwight Spangle, 33, 110 S. Main St., No. 13, Claypool is charged with dealing in methamphetamine, a level 4 felony; possession of methamphetamine, a level …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Watershed Foundation and Indiana Department of Natural Resources are offering an informational session about healthy shorelines from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 9, at the Winona Lake Senior Center. The event is free and open to the public. The accepted norm on many lakes is to have a mowed lawn …read more.

SYRACUSE — Mother & Me, sponsored by Lakeland Youth Center and 702 Salon & Spa in the Oakwood Resort, held Saturday, May 4, offered moms and their daughters an opportunity to bond. Those participating enjoyed a light brunch featuring muffins, fruit and a variety of drinks. Each mother daughter duo got to pick a salon …read more.

WARSAW — Titus Funeral Home hosted the 2nd Annual Easter Egg Extravaganza April 20. The three golden egg prizes, all bikes, were sponsored by RockBottom of Warsaw. Winners of the bikes were Nolan Stump, 10, Warsaw; Aurora LaFollette, 8, Warsaw; and Harper Nelson, 4, Claypool.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools has announced it is celebrating its teaching staff during National Teacher Appreciation week through Friday, May 10. “Each of us has a favorite educator, whose influence most likely impacted the trajectory of our life paths. This week provides a great opportunity for us to reflect and recognize all of our …read more.

WARSAW — Two Warsaw men were arrested after allegedly stealing a trailer. Shawn Andrew Collins, 31, 2575 E. Center St. 11, Warsaw, is being charged with theft, a level 6 felony; possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; and driving while suspended, a class A misdemeanor. Scot Edward Puckett, 32, 2575 E. Center St. 123, …read more.

WARSAW — The Lady Tigers extended their NLC championship streak to 14 straight as the conference held its championship meet in Warsaw Tuesday.

    WARSAW —  Warsaw High School Community Pool is excited to be offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons this year, starting on June 3. They pride themselves on teaching others how to stay safe in, on and around the water.  There will be three sessions, with different levels being offered at different times. Information …read more.

WARSAW — Joe Thallemer took a decisive step toward re-election Tuesday night by defeating City Councilman Ron Shoemaker in a bruising primary battle for mayor. Thallemer won 63.4 percent of the vote against Shoemaker and will move on to the general election without an announced opponent. Thallemer said he was pleased with the margin of …read more.

WARSAW — City Council’s two incumbent at-large candidates were the top vote-getters in a three-way primary race Tuesday night. Two-term city councilwoman Cindy Dobbins won 40.6 percent of the vote and first-term councilman Jack Wilhite won 32.2 percent, outdistancing challenger Juergen Voss, who collected 27.1 percent of the vote. Dobbins stopped by GOP headquarters afterward …read more.

WARSAW — The final vote count was slower than anticipated by what’s being described as some minor discrepancies in Warsaw. But when the votes were tabulated, it was Republican incumbents Joe Thallemer, Cindy Dobbins, Jack Wilhite receiving the nominations for the general election in November for Warsaw. Incumbent Paula Kehr-Wicker will face Democrat opponent Tim …read more.

  WARSAW — Mayor Joe Thallemer fought back a challenge against fellow Republican Ron Shoemaker in Tuesday’s primary election. Thallemer won with 63 percent of the vote. The two-term mayor now heads into the general election with no opponent. Look for a full story later tonight on InkFreeNews.com.

WARSAW — Tabulations are complete for Wayne (Winona Lake) and Turkey Creek (Syracuse). The most up to date results are: Republican Ballot Warsaw Mayor Ron Shoemaker — 364 Joe Thallemer — 470 Clerk-Treasurer Lynne A. Christiansen — 720 City Common Council At-Large Cindy A. Dobbins — 597 Juergen L. Voss — 362 Jack Wilhite — …read more.

WARSAW — Jim Zachary defeated incumbent Thelia Banta in the Winona Lake Town Council Republican primary race for the District 1 seat Tuesday night. Results for the lone contested race in Winona Lake were announced shortly before 7 p.m. — just an hour after polls closed. Zachary had 73 percent of the vote total with …read more.

WARSAW — The first votes from today’s primary began the tabulation after Wayne 1 was the first to deliver votes to the Justice Building. Precinct officials arrived at 6:35 p.m. and 15 minutes later the remainder of Wayne Precincts arrived. Results thus far, including early voting, are: Republican Ballot Warsaw Mayor Ron Shoemaker — 153 …read more.

WARSAW — After World War I, the poppy flourished in Europe. Scientists attributed the growth to soils in France and Belgium becoming enriched with lime from the rubble left by the war. From the dirt and mud grew a beautiful red poppy. The red poppy came to symbolize the blood shed during battle following the publication …read more.

AKRON — Tippecanoe Valley High School has announced the valedictorian and salutatorian for the 2018-2019 school year. Shayleigh Shriver has been named TVHS Valedictorian.  Shriver is the daughter of Jeff and Janie Shriver and plans to attend Purdue University to study elementary education. Billy Gillman has been named TVHS Salutatorian. Gillman is the son of Billy …read more.

WARSAW — A ribbon cutting event was held at Side House Grill, located at 2604 Sheldon St, Warsaw, Tuesday, May 7. The restaurant/bar is set to open sometime in the next week. Christen Couture, general manager/concept designer, described it as “a backyard BBQ American grill style menu.” Couture said they will be offering seven minute …read more.

WARSAW — A woman was walking along or near US 30 Tuesday afternoon when she was struck by a vehicle and later rushed to a Fort Wayne hospital. Emergency first responders, including officers with the Warsaw Police Department, members of the Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory and Lutheran EMS were dispatched to an accident involving a woman …read more.

WARSAW — The 30th annual plant and herb sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, May 11, at Center Lake Pavilion in Warsaw. Herbs, perennials and annuals will be sold during this event. Vendors will also be present. This will be a great time to purchase garden crafts and gifts for friends …read more.

WINONA LAKE — In memory and respect of Winona Lake Fire Chief Mitch Titus, the Town of Winona Lake offices will be closed on Thursday, May 9. Titus, 47, Warsaw, passed away Sunday, May 5, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne, following injuries sustained Friday, May 3, in a work-related accident at his full-time …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Performing Arts Center is proud to welcome nationally-known shadow dance crew Catapult. Many may recognize the group from their performances on America’s Got Talent. Catapult mixes dance with shadow, storytelling and visual arts to create a dynamic and unforgettable experience for all ages. This must-see performance will be held on Thursday, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A local club dedicated to the sport of catching and managing the population of a storied predator fish has announced its partnership with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources to give the state organization another area to improve local lake access. “For the last four years, we have been raising money through raffles …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Winona History Center in Winona Lake, was one of 18 libraries, schools, and museums to receive grants from Indiana Humanities and Indiana Landmarks this spring. The History Center, which is owned and operated by Grace College, has received an Historic Preservation Education Grant of up to $1,700 to create an interactive …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Fort Wayne female is facing charges after being pulled over by a law enforcement officer who observed her driving at speeds of up to 90 mph.  Delilah Rose Spriggs, 31, 2319 Nuthatch Lane, Fort Wayne, is being charged with carrying a handgun without a license, a class A misdemeanor; possession of marijuana, …read more.

INDIANA — RE/MAX Results in Northeast and Central Indiana was recently recognized among the 500 largest and most successful residential real estate brokerage firms in the United States.  REAL Trends, Inc. compiled its annual REAL Trends 500 Survey measuring the performance of the nation’s leading realty service firms as ranked by closed transaction sides and …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office recently hosted its sixth annual law enforcement field day, which offers training to all area police and sheriff’s departments. The training was held on April 27 and May 4 and was broken into two sessions per day. Officers attending the event received six hours of in-service training and …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A Boy Scout Court of Honor was held Sunday, April 28, afternoon in North Webster for 18-year-old Ethan Hays. The Wawasee High School senior received his Eagle Scout Award. Hays, son of Rich and Julie Hays, is a member of Boy Scout Troop 726, North Webster. Earning the rank of Eagle Scout …read more.

Warsaw – Paddock Springs, a Trilogy Health Services Campus, is Now Hiring! The campus will be hosting Walk-In Interviews on May 7th and making immediate offers to the right candidates!  Paddock Springs is currently accepting applications for the following positions: Registered Nurse (RN) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School announces the 2019 Fine Arts Festival from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, May 9.  This amazing celebration of the visual and performing arts in Warsaw will be held in the Performing Arts Center at Warsaw Community High School. The 40th annual Tri Kappa Art Exhibit in the Black Box Theater …read more.

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WARSAW — South McKinley Street is certainly not a thoroughfare, but rather an important side street that connects a bike path between Winona Avenue and Market Street on the eastern side of the city that abuts the town of Winona Lake. In a 15-minute span late Monday afternoon, May 6, numerous pedestrians, joggers and bicyclists …read more.

WARSAW — City Council approved final plans on a more sophisticated review process for non-profits seeking financial support from the city. The new process includes an application form for agencies that must be submitted before the annual city budget sessions. The new policy also includes a scoring system that looks, in part, at how support …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Community Corrections Board held a special meeting Monday, May 6, approving the purchase of a single-purpose odor detection K9 unit for the community corrections program. Michael Nance, Boone County Community Corrections executive director, brought his K9 Mirko to demonstrate how the dogs are used to detect drugs and firearms during …read more.

Teachers are some of the most important and impactful people in our lives. Which is why it is fitting that every May the accomplishments of teachers is applauded with Teacher Appreciation Week, May 6-10, and Teacher Appreciation Day, May 7. The appreciation of educators was highlighted with a survey from an independent firm as well …read more.

SYRACUSE — As he has been this time of the year since 1994, Ed Waltz, building trades instructor for Wawasee High School, is busy helping to put the finishing touches on the project house and also preparing for the annual banquet and open house. But this year has a much different twist to it. Earlier …read more.

Video courtesy of Lyn Crighton NORTH WEBSTER — A large backhoe was moved onto the grounds of the old North Webster High School Monday morning, May 6, and to the surprise of many, the demolition began close to 2:30 p.m. removing the south exterior wall of the building. While it was known that demolition would …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Wawasee’s Casey Schroeder was named one of the Pat Aikman Scholarship award winners.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department is hosting a Paint in the Park Jr. program at 6 p.m. Friday, May 17. A junior edition of our Paint in the Park program. The $15 registration fee includes all supplies and step-by-step instruction. The event is for ages 8-13. For more information and to register, visit …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Summer residents and visitors pour into Kosciusko County during the warm summer months to enjoy its many lakes and festivals and that often means the potential for more work for emergency responders. The population in the county nearly doubles in the summertime, but fortunately, Kosciusko County’s communications center is one of the more …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.

SILVER LAKE — Spring clean-up is scheduled for Saturday, May 18. Please have all items out the night before as pick-up will begin early on the 18th. Stafford’s will not re-route to pick-up last minute items. The following items are prohibited: paints, oils, tires, televisions, computers, microwaves, lawn waste such as leaves, grass and limbs …read more.

WARSAW — A local upstart entrepreneur has launched a new business that will not only serve a need in the community, but might also reduce carbon emissions in the process. Cory Thomas, 42, Warsaw, announced last week his new lawn-mowing business with a twist, Natural MOWmentum, an endeavor that will feature his newly purchased electric …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — On Monday, May 13, the North Manchester Historical Society will welcome Ray E. Boomhower to present his program, “Fire in the Spacecraft: Gus Grissom and the Apollo 1 Disaster.” The program will be held in the Assembly Room at Timbercrest Retirement Center, 2201 East Street, at 6:30 p.m.  It is open to …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was sentenced to three years at the Indiana Department of Corrections Monday, May 6, in Kosciusko County Circuit Court for his involvement in a drug deal. Trenton Francis Hairrell, 24, 1104 N. Crete Drive, Warsaw, pleaded guilty to dealing in a narcotic drug, a level 5 felony; and carrying a …read more.

WARSAW — Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts is dedicated to making a lasting impact on youth, adults and families in the community but it takes a village to make this kind of impact possible. Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts is inviting all to help make it possible this summer season through its second …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The community is mourning the death of Winona Lake Fire Chief Mitch Titus, who was apparently injured Friday in an industrial accident and passed away Sunday at a Fort Wayne hospital. Titus was a longtime firefighter with the department and had been in charge of the department for many years at the …read more.

WARSAW — Three Republicans are vying for two at-large seats on Warsaw City Council Tuesday, May 7. The following are recaps from the three candidates, incumbents Cindy Dobbins and Jack Wilhite and challenger Juergen Voss. Cindy Dobbins Dobbins is finishing her second term on city council. She said she originally planned to serve two terms, …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Lifetouch Ministries and Counseling Center is having its second annual un-garage sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 11, at the Warsaw Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 210 S. High St., Warsaw. Why is it called an un-garage sale? It’s not in a garage and isn’t a sale because everything is free …read more.

Warsaw – Paddock Springs, a Trilogy Health Services Campus, is Now Hiring! The campus will be hosting Walk-In Interviews on May 7th and making immediate offers to the right candidates!  Paddock Springs is currently accepting applications for the following positions: Registered Nurse (RN) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) …read more.

 Being Creative with Cauliflower The Library’s next nutrition program is scheduled at 6:30 p.m. Monday, May 6.  Jaclyn Franks, Kosciusko County Purdue Extension HHS educator, will present “Being Creative with Cauliflower.” Many popular diets advise against eating anything “white,” but cauliflower is a white food you can feel good about eating.  In this program you will …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 — Preschool story hour at the Bell Memorial Public Library takes place every Friday at 10 a.m. in our children’s’ room. The theme for Friday, May 3 is “Jack and the Beanstalk.”  Stories to be read are:  “Jack and the Beanstalk” by Liesl Shurtliff and “The Giant and the Beanstalk” by Diane Stanley. Children can …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — As summer approaches and the weather warms, it’s a good time to relax outdoors or on the lake with a good book. That’s why North Webster Community Public Library is starting a new summer book club that will meet at 5:30 p.m. on the third Monday of each month from May through …read more.

WARSAW — By Wednesday morning, either Mayor Joe Thallemer or City Councilman Ron Shoemaker will wake up and see their political career sidelined. And the other will prepare for the fall election that is currently void of any opposition. Thallemer faces Shoemaker in Tuesday’s Republican Primary for mayor of Warsaw. In numerous ways, the two …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles and Ride Safe Indiana are reminding Hoosiers that May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. RSI is the state of Indiana’s motorcycle safety program. It has a mission to reduce the number of motorcycle accidents and fatalities on Indiana roads by training motorcycle riders and increasing motorcycle awareness …read more.

[weaver_youtube gEeECNOUHCc rel=0] WARSAW — Local Warsaw princesses enjoyed a tea party this morning, Saturday, May 4, at the Center Lake Pavilion. The event was hosted by the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department. Approximately 25 girls and their families attended the event, with each princess meeting the tea party’s special guests, Princesses Belle and Ariel. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Polling locations for city/town primary elections Tuesday, May 7, will have temporary locations. Here are the polling locations for Warsaw, Winona Lake and Syracuse. Additionally information for Warsaw voters as to which common council district he/she will be voting for is included. All registered voters within the city of Warsaw will be …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Jill, Lisa and Jennifer’s Salon of Styles, 225 N. Main St., Suite A, North Webster, will hold an open house from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 11. Proceeds from the open house will be donated to the super mileage car team of the engineering and design class of Wawasee High School. …read more.

SYRACUSE — After a rainy and chilly week, Mother Nature finally decided it was time for some nice weather, just in time for Touch A Truck, held today, Saturday, May 4, at the Syracuse Community Center. Long Drive was closed so the large trucks could be on display. Part of the community center parking lot …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — This year’s May primary focuses on town/city elections in Warsaw, Nappanee, Syracuse and Winona Lake. Registered voters residing within the boundaries of these towns and cities will have candidates running for office on both the Republican and Democrat ballots. However, the contested races are within the Republican party. Warsaw Contested Races Warsaw …read more.

SYRACUSE — Summer reading for adults is starting this May at the Syracuse Public Library. The first program is an introduction about using bullet journaling to become more organized, creative and energized. Kim Blaha is sharing her bullet journal story on Tuesday, May 7 at 2:30 p.m. The library will host a moon-watching event Saturday, …read more.

SYRACUSE — Lakeland Eagles Aerie & Auxiliary 3760 Syracuse will present its eighth annual People Helping People fundraising weekend, May 17-19. This event benefits FOE Ronald McDonald House Family Room at Riley Children’s Hospital and the Lakeland area first responders. The Eagles is located on Kern Road, Syracuse. Friday evening events include: a fish dinner …read more.

With Primary Election Day just three days away, here are four questions to consider for the Warsaw mayoral race between Republican incumbent Joe Thallemer and challenger Ron Shoemaker, a member of city council: Will Shoemaker’s refusal to debate Thallemer hurt his standing with voters? To what degree will Police Chief Scott Whitaker and the fallout …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 – Paddock Springs, a Trilogy Health Services Campus, is Now Hiring! The campus will be hosting Walk-In Interviews on May 7th and making immediate offers to the right candidates!  Paddock Springs is currently accepting applications for the following positions: Registered Nurse (RN) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) …read more.

[weaver_youtube 7Tc4c9ONO7o rel=0] WARSAW — Even with cloudy skies, the weather stayed dry for the “Musical May” First Friday event in downtown Warsaw on May 3. Several musical artists and groups performed at the event, including Beez and the Rocker; acoustic duo Two of Us; Baile Folklorico; and local musician David Haney. While relaxing and …read more.

WARSAW — A ribbon cutting event was held at the Habitat Resale Outlet, a new outlet store run by Habitat for Humanity of Kosciusko County.  The event was hosted by the Chamber of Commerce and celebrates both Habitat’s office/business move and the opening of the store. Saturday, May 4, is the first day of operations …read more.

WARSAW — The threat of potential flooding is expected to continue through the weekend in northern parts of the state and Indiana Law enforcement is warning of the danger of driving through streets with standing water. Many law enforcement agencies have responded to multiple calls for water rescues involving vehicles driving into floodwaters over the …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Two emergency preparedness drills will take place on the Parkview Regional Medical Center campus, located at 11109 Parkview Plaza Drive, Fort Wayne, this weekend. On Saturday, May 4, the hospital will be hosting a mass casualty exercise in cooperation with area agencies at the Parkview Family Park, the emergency department entrance and …read more.

Columbia City — Parkview Physicians Group has announced the appointment of Mark Adams, M.D., F.A.A.P. to its medical staff. Adams is a board certified pediatrician with more than 35 years of experience. He is currently accepting new patients at the Parkview Warsaw facility. Adams earned his undergraduate degree in biology at Indiana University in Bloomington …read more.

WHITKO — Whitko FCCLA (Family Career and Community Leaders of America) students and family and consumer science teacher Amy Richards presented checks to B.A.B.E. of Whitley County and Whitley County Humane Society. Each check totaled $250. The funds raised were announced earlier in March as part of a larger campaign including a $500 scholarship to …read more.

Joshua Vallejo KOSCIUSKO — A civil complaint seeking damages against the Wawasee Community School Corporation and a former coach at Wawasee High School has been filed in Kosciusko County.  The filing relates to an incident that occurred between November 2013 and February 2014 and was investigated by the Warsaw Police Department and Indiana State Police.  …read more.

MENTONE — Mentone Elementary School was visited by a representative of Riley Children’s Foundation on Friday, May 3, to be lauded for their fundraising efforts to help the non-profit in its continued efforts to help ailing children. Susan Miles is the program officer for Riley’s Kids Caring & Sharing program. She made stops throughout the …read more.