WARSAW — The Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club will be hosting the tenth annual City of Lakes Car Show event Sunday, May 19, on the courthouse square in downtown Warsaw. Registration is from noon to 3 p.m. There is a $12 entry fee. The event will include cars, trucks, motorcycles, a 50/50 raffle, entertainment, food …read more.

Former U.S. Sen. Richard Lugar, 87, died early Sunday, April 28. He was born on April 4, 1932, in Indianapolis to Marvin and Bertha Lugar. He married Charlene Smeltzer in 1968. He served as Indiana U.S. Senator from 1977 to 2013. Lugar was a graduate of Denison University and Oxford University. He served on the …read more.

SYRACUSE — Those that are returning from their warmer winter climates will find some new things of interest at the Syracuse Public Library. A library card will check out a mobile hotspot for a week and there are new databases to explore. New programs, such as Harry Potter for adults, Dungeons and Dragons for young …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.

By Denise Keller Adults’ Programming Administrator The following programs are set to take place in May at the Warsaw Community Public Library. WorkOne is hosting computer and résumé/interviewing classes. Contact the library for details. Chess Club meets from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday. Drop-in Zone, featuring video games and virtual reality, is May …read more.

LEESBURG — Leesburg Fire Department was called to a residence on EMS T26B Lane, around 6:19 a.m. today, Sunday, April 28, for a possible house fire. Firefighters, upon arrival, found the homeowner had used a garden hose to extinguish an electrical fire at the residence. Firefighters checked the residence for any further fire and cleared …read more.

SIDNEY — Firefighters from Sidney, Silver Lake, South Whitley and North Manchester converged on the property of Robert and H. Elaine Miller, 11037 S. 600E, North Manchester, Saturday evening, after a report of a possible fire, turned out to be a structure fire. According to Sidney Fire Chief Nathan Rhodes the Millers were not at …read more.

NAPPANEE – Jacob Raasch had a day to remember, as did the NorthWood Panthers in an 8-1 win over Bremen in its annual Strike Out Cancer game.

SYRACUSE — Rain mixed with sleet and snow, along with chilly 40 degree weather, put a slight damper on Earth Day events at Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation today, Saturday, April 27. But those who did venture out and dressed for the weather enjoyed the outdoor activities and displays. Visitors to the event were greeted by …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Pat Miller, WOWO radio personality, will be guest speaker and Indiana 3rd District Congressman Jim Banks will be the keynote speaker at the annual Kosciusko County Republican Lincoln Day Dinner. The Lincoln Day Dinner Thursday, May 2, at the 2517 Banquet Center, 2517 E. Center St., Warsaw. Social hour will begin at 6 …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Due to high demand, North Webster Community Public Library has added a second Coffee and Canvas class to its May schedule. Registrations are currently being accepted for a Coffee and Canvas class to be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 11. Instructor Karla Hayden will provide step-by-step instructions for painting a choice …read more.

Warsaw – Paddock Springs, a Trilogy Health Services Campus, is Now Hiring! The campus will be hosting Walk-In Interviews on April 30th 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.

In all of my years in daily journalism, including more than ten covering local elections, I’ve never seen a mayoral candidate shun the media the way Republican mayoral candidate Ron Shoemaker has chosen to do so in Warsaw. Shoemaker, a city councilman who faces fellow Republican Mayor Joe Thallemer in the May 7 primary, had …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.

PLYMOUTH — NorthWood softball earned its third win of the week with a 15-0 diming of Plymouth Friday.

INDIANA — A local grocery store will be part of a drug take-back program on Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. According to a press release from Kroger headquarters, Owen’s Supermarket, located at 2211 E. Center St., Warsaw, will be one of seven stores in Indiana to host drug take-back events as …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams’ seasonal interpretive hikes, now called expeditions, will kick off the summer in the Winona Lake woodlands. The Woodlands Expedition begins at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 4, at the trailhead on Boys City Drive in Winona Lake. “The name change offers a more memorable, descriptive …read more.

WARSAW — Never underestimate the power of networking and finding an enjoyable job. Kerry Stogsdill can attest to that. Stogsdill celebrated his 32-year career as a Warsaw firefighter Friday with a reception at Fire Station No. 3 on Friday, April 26. Stogsdill, 61, joined the fire department after graduating from Grace College and was searching …read more.

WARSAW —  At Ivy Tech Community College’s Express Enrollment Day, prospective students can complete all the steps they need to start classes. Enrollment experts will be on-hand to answer questions and help attendees with enrollment steps including assessment, financial aid, advising and more. Registration for summer and fall classes is now open. Students should bring …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — On Thursday, April 25, Derek Sadler, vice-president of McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, graduated from the 38th class of KLA. The program is a community leadership program designed to make successful people tomorrow’s leaders. KLA’s mission is to develop informed and innovative leaders who will serve the community by skillfully leading it into the future …read more.

WARSAW — Mayor Joe Thallemer is fighting back against two claims, including accusations that he ordered a search warrant on Chad Zartman, a landlord who lives outside the city but has rental properties in Warsaw. Zartman, who often attends and records city council meetings, was served with a search warrant March 28 by Indiana State …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Five students from Grace College’s Forensics Team concluded their traveling season with the National Public Communication Speech and Debate League Tournament at Butler University on April 6 – 7. The team took first place sweepstakes in Division Two. Individually, Grace student Amaris Longenecker took the national championship in poetry slam and Jonas …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School’s Army JROTC Department received its first-ever formal JROTC Program for accreditation inspection on April 25. Army JROTC units are evaluated every four years by U.S. Army’s Cadet Command from Fort Knox, Ky. This inspection is administered to all JROTC units to ensure units are adhering to AdvancED Standards for …read more.

CLAYPOOL — Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating a Wednesday evening off-road vehicle accident in which one adult male and one juvenile female sustained injuries. The accident occurred at approximately 7:32 p.m., near 5527 South CR 50 West, Claypool. Kevin Deardorff, 58, of Claypool, was operating an ORV on private property with a female juvenile riding …read more.

ROCHESTER — Shayleigh Shriver, a senior at Tippecanoe Valley High School, is the winner of the Agnes Pruyn Chapman Chapter of the DAR Good Citizens Essay Contest. Shriver will be presented with a $100 scholarship from the DAR at the school’s awards program in May. Shriver’s submission was in response to the question: “What New …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College & Seminary on Thursday night, April 25, announced it had exceeded its massive fundraising goal and did so a year earlier than had been projected. Launched in March 2017, the ASPIRE Campaign sought to raise $37 million to fund Grace’s vision to be an exemplary, Christ-centered educational community characterized by …read more.

WARSAW — Two people were injured after a two-vehicle accident on US 30. At approximately 10:10 a.m. Friday, April 26, Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory responded to a report of a vehicle accident in the area of Commerce Drive and US 30. According to initial reports, a white Prius was turning and collided with a westbound white …read more.

SYRACUSE — Visitors to Wawasee High School will likely see group photos of students inducted into the school’s Academic Hall of Fame displayed prominently near the main entrance. Soon, another photo will be added. A total of 40 students, about 17 percent of the projected graduating class of 239 seniors, were inducted into the Wawasee …read more.

WARSAW — Officials with the music departments in Warsaw Community Schools have announced that students who missed Thursday’s instrument fitting can still schedule a fitting by calling the Edgewood Middle School or Director Joseph Peloza. WCS held fittings for both band and orchestra on Thursday, April 25. The school announced that anyone who missed the …read more.

WARSAW — Parkview Health is pleased to offer the community “Freedom from Smoking,” a free program developed by the American Lung Association to help individuals quit smoking. The seven-week sessions will be held Mondays starting at noon May 6, at the Parkview Warsaw Center for Healthy Living. In this program, participants will: Set goals and perform …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY – Phil Jensen was named the new Whitko football coach Thursday evening.

WARSAW — Music departments in Warsaw Community Schools have announced instrument fitting schedules for band and orchestra students. Band Department Fittings The WCS band department is scheduling instrument fittings for next year’s sixth grade beginning band. The instrument fittings will be held at Edgewood Middle School from 4 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 25. …read more.

Warsaw – Paddock Springs, a Trilogy Health Services Campus, is Now Hiring! The campus will be hosting Walk-In Interviews on April 30th 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.

SYRACUSE — Approximately 50 people came out Thursday night, April 25, for a debate between the three candidates vying for Syracuse Clerk-Treasurer. Republican incumbent Paula Kehr-Wicker is running against fellow Republican Virigina Cazier and Democrat Tim Yeager. The event was hosted by the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce. Gary Gerard, general manager/managing editor for the Warsaw …read more.

SYRACUSE – The 27th Annual Beaman Home Golf Scramble will be held on Monday, June 3, at South Shore Golf Club in Syracuse.

BURKET — One person was injured after a single-vehicle rollover occurred at 4:30 p.m. this afternoon, April 25. The accident happened west of the intersection of CR 500S and CR 800W, west of Burket. The driver appeared to suffer non life-threatening injuries. Parkview Samaritan medical helicopter was called to the scene to airlift the patient, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Winona Lake woman was sentenced to three years at the Indiana Department of Corrections in Kosciusko Superior Court 1 Thursday, April 25. Elizibeth Likens, 32, 1202 Wooster Road, No. 13, Winona Lake, pleaded guilty to child solicitation, a level 5 felony; and three counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor, all …read more.

LAGRANGE COUNTY — Benjamin M. Stewart, 35, who has had addresses as 9564 N. Sand Point Drive, Cromwell; 902 N. Huntington St., and 9779 N. Pleasant Trace, Syracuse, was recently sentenced in LaGrange County Superior Court from a 2016 incident in that county. An address in Hyampam, Calif., was given to authorities at the Kosciusko …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation Education Center will come alive with activity for people of all ages Saturday, April 27, as it hosts its annual Earth Day celebration. Activities are planned from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The celebration event and all activities are free to those who stop in at the center, located …read more.

WARSAW — This Friday and Saturday the Knights of Columbus and a hundred volunteers will be standing at intersections, street corners and storefronts throughout Warsaw, waving Tootsie Rolls and collecting donations for disability services in Kosciusko County.  The annual Tootsie Roll Drive has become a rite of spring that, over the years, has raised hundreds …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Friday will mark the grand re-opening of Stonehenge Golf Club.

WARSAW — Mayoral candidate Ron Shoemaker will host a fundraiser Monday, April 29, and his campaign is making it clear who is and is not invited. The Republican city council member posted on his campaign Facebook page on Thursday an announcement for a fundraiser set for 6 p.m. Monday at the Shrine Building in Warsaw. …read more.

By Darla McCammon A few years ago, John and I stood in awe at the massive Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris, France. We were so fortunate to see it in all its majesty and glory before the painful event happened. The iconic building gained worldwide attention and grief this past week when a blaze …read more.

WASHINGTON D.C. — Filling a position that has been vacant since Aug. 9, 2016, Kip Tom, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Agencies for Food and Agriculture, will soon be ready to leave the United States and head for his office in Rome, Italy. The U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Agencies for Food and …read more.

WARSAW — A male subject was flown by air ambulance after a single-vehicle accident in the area of Old Road 30. At approximately noon Thursday, April 25, Atwood Fire Department, Lutheran EMS and the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office were called to the scene of a vehicle accident in the area of 4234 W. Old Road …read more.

PIERCETON — Thanks to a grant from CenturyLink Foundation for $2,897, beginning in fall 2019, Makey Makey Kits will arrive at Pierceton Elementary School’s fourth-grade classrooms. The kits are an extension of PES commitment to engage their students in STEM disciplines. The kits will allow students to experiment with alligator clips, which are often used …read more.

WARSAW — Like most children growing up, they will tell you what they want to be when they grow up. Some children do grow up and go into the profession they wanted as a child. Chris Kehler is one of those children. Kehler, a Warsaw native, thought about being a lawyer growing up, but through …read more.

WINONA LAKE — An Etna Green man was arrested after allegedly entering a residence while under the influence of drugs. William Garrett Schultz, 27, 9205 W. CR 125N, Etna Green, is being charged with residential entry, a level 6 felony. On April 9, an officer with the Winona Lake Police Department responded to a report …read more.

MILFORD — A Milford woman was recently arrested after she admitted to using a counterfeit $5 bill at a local Dollar General. Christina Diane Golden, 56, 602 W. Section St. 114, Milford, is being charged with counterfeiting, a level 6 felony.  On April 5, an officer with the Milford Police Department was dispatched to Dollar …read more.

SYRACUSE — “It is quite an honor to be chosen,” said Tom Tuttle. “We are humbled and honored to have been chosen as the 2019 co-commodores,” added his wife, Holly. Tom and Holly Tuttle were named the 2019 commodores by the Wawasee Flotilla Commodore selection committee. The couple will lead this year’s Flotilla Saturday, July …read more.

WARSAW — Registration is now open for all students for the 2019-2020 school year, according to a press release from Warsaw Community Schools. Students returning to the district may be registered by clicking on the 2019-2020 registration link in the PowerSchool parent portal. The registration process must be completed for each student, but the process …read more.

SYRACUSE — “We are working out the details and finding out the appropriate information,” said Larry Martindale, president for the Syracuse Town Council, regarding ownership of the lake level control device in Crosson Mill Park. Historical records show it is owned by the town. While the town is not ready to make any official statement …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Cromwell man was arrested for spitting blood on a law enforcement officer while serving time in jail. James Paul Grothaus, 25, 127 S. Jefferson St., Cromwell, is being charged with battery by bodily waste, a level 6 felony; and resisting law enforcement, a class A misdemeanor. On Nov. 5, 2018, officers with …read more.

PLYMOUTH — Wawasee baseball plated three runs in the top of the 10th, then held on for an 8-5 win over host Plymouth Wednesday.

 WARSAW — Debra Collier’s School of Dance is promoting National Dance Week’s mission to “celebrate dance and promote fun fitness.” Throughout the week, students are invited to write on large posters a word or phrase describing what dance means to them.  Then the studio will be using the posters to create artwork to be displayed …read more.

CLAYPOOL — A man was airlifted after an ATV accident that occurred near 5527 S. CR 50W, Claypool. At approximately 7:45 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, medical personnel, firefighters, and law enforcement officers responded to a report of an ATV that flipped over. A male subject on the ATV was conscious and alert at the scene. …read more.

WARSAW — Two suspects in the Arnolt Corporation copper theft case were arrested Tuesday, April 23. Mitchell Allen Dawson, 37, 5829 W. CR 100N, Warsaw; and Kylelaya Duff, 34, 702 Ross Ave., Warsaw, are each being charged with burglary, a level 5 felony; and theft, a level 6 felony. Judd Emery Metz, 50, 201 N. …read more.

WARSAW — After a two-day jury trial one and a half hours of deliberation, Todd Cornett II, Warsaw, has been found not guilty of rape. The jury trial picked up this afternoon, April 24, with the continuation of the defense’s argument. Todd Lynn Cornett II Melissa Cornett, Cornett’s mother, was the fourth and final witness …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Three individuals from Chicago were arrested after officers conducted a traffic stop and found cocaine in a vehicle. Arahzad Yasmina Robinson, 24, 2425 W. 45th St.; Gabriel Calvillo, 18, 4405 S. Wood St., Apt. 2R; and Rafael Alonzo Godinez, 28, 2425 W. 45th St., all of Chicago, Ill.; are each charged with possession …read more.

LEESBURG — The Kosciusko Board of Realtors will host its 26th annual charity golf outing on Monday, June 10.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee High School Choirs will be presenting Pops Show 2019, “Time Warp Evolution,” at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 3-4, in the high school auditorium. Emcees for the show are Isiah Faurote, Elmer J. Kirkpatrick, Fannie Smith and Macie Stuckman. The department has been working very hard to present this show, and …read more.

Whether it be through a loved one or a personal experience, several people have a connection to addiction. The SURT meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of every month and are open to the public. Pictured from left are Kevin Haines, Tammy Cotton and Ben Irvine. (Photo by Elisa Walker) KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — “Nobody …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Police have accused an Ohio woman of multiple charges after they arrived at another woman’s house to remove the suspect and received resistance. Michele Renee Layman, 53, 28758 County Road South, Napoleon, Ohio, is charged with battery causing bodily injury to a law enforcement officer, a level 5 felony; resisting law enforcement, a …read more.

FORT WAYNE —  Parkview Health has again been named one of the nation’s 15 Top Health Systems by IBM Watson Health. The study, which identifies the top five systems in three categories according to size, named Parkview among the top five in the medium-size category for 2019.  According to Watson Health, the top-performing health systems …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Education Foundation is offering a program designed to provide a way for residents to honor an educator in the Warsaw Community Schools community. Special Honor an Educator tribute packages are available now through May 3. This special gift for an educator provides nominators the opportunity to show appreciation for the honorees’ …read more.

  AKRON — Tippecanoe Valley Middle School students Taylor Owens and Brooklyn Cooper led the way to Niki Early’s sixth grade social studies classroom. The window’s ledge was lined with a colorful array of food products; bunches of bananas, cans of tuna, loaves of bread, boxes of Tuna Helper, cans of green beans and a …read more.

WARSAW — The urgency to celebrate a road opening was as apparent as the smell of asphalt behind the dignitaries standing along part of Commerce Drive in Warsaw. As a ribbon of new pavement was melded into the ground just yards behind them, city officials and business representatives gathered at noon Wednesday, April 24, to …read more.

 WARSAW — CenturyLink, Inc. announced today that it has expanded broadband to approximately 18,000 rural homes and businesses in Indiana as part of the company’s commitment to bring high-speed internet to more Americans. Expanded broadband service is now available in more than 25 Indiana communities, including Warsaw, Franklin and Rising Sun (complete list of communities below), …read more.

WARSAW — The Jury trial for a Warsaw man accused of rape continued this morning, Wednesday, April 24. Todd Lynn Cornett II is facing one charge of rape, a level 3 felony. The incident allegedly occurred in June 2018 when Cornett is accused of raping a female who was intoxicated. The State rested after presenting one …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.

WARSAW — The five-year capital campaign and building project of the Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County is now scant months from completion. The new 13,000-square-foot headquarters, which doubles the organization’s capacity to tend to animals placed under its care, is slated to open late summer or early fall. “We are setting it up to be …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Indiana State Police have ruled the death of a Kosciusko County Jail inmate on April 8 as suicide by hanging. ISP officials issued a press release on Wednesday, April 24, regarding the death of Christopher Andrew Hinson, 42, of North Webster who was found in his jail cell unresponsive and later pronounced dead …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — The welding technology program at Whitko High School continues dual-credit status with Ivy Tech Community College. Students enrolled in welding technology classes have the opportunity to earn college credit while they are in high school. These credits are valid for Ivy Tech Community College and can be transferred to any state-accredited college …read more.

GOSHEN — “It all starts here,” said Jason Kauffman, stormwater coordinator of the city of Goshen. “Stormwater pollution is the only growing source of water pollution in our country. That comes from all hard surfaces — streets, parking lots and driveways. “What we do here not only impacts our local waterways, but waterways further away.” Every …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The East Washington Street right of way access to Webster Lake is further along the way to being mostly the emergency access to the lake for fire and police departments it was learned at the Tuesday, April 23, meeting of the North Webster Town Council. It was held in the North Webster …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Mayor Dr. Joseph Thallemer has been named the 2019 Optometrist of the Year. The Optometrist of the Year award was presented at Indiana Optometry’s meeting, the 122nd annual convention of the Indiana Optometric Association, on April 12 through 14 at the French Lick Springs Hotel in French Lick. This prestigious annual award …read more.

LEESBURG — No injuries were reported in a two-vehicle crash at approximately 8:32 a.m. today, Wednesday, April 24. The accident was on CR 700N, at CR 200E, east of Leesburg. Both drivers were checked by Lutheran EMS and refused treatment. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s deputies at the scene report Marissa Raspiller, 25, Bear Creek Court, Leo, …read more.

SILVER LAKE — A Silver Lake man was arrested on drug-related charges following a traffic stop.  Trey Michael Burbank, 25, 11144 S. County Farm Road, Silver Lake, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor.  According to the affidavit of probable cause, on April …read more.

  NORTH WEBSTER — Approximately 75 people attended Lakeland Kiwanis Club’s 50th anniversary party held at Quaker Haven Camp Monday night, April 22. Kiwanis from North Manchester, Bremen, Milford, Syracuse and two Goshen clubs helped Lakeland Kiwanis celebrate an evening of good memories and laughs. Garet Becker, club vice president, went around the room asking Kiwanis …read more.

SYRACUSE — The 2019 Wawasee FFA Awards Banquet was held Tuesday evening, April 23, at Wawasee High School with more than 270 members, parents and guests in attendance. Wawasee Food Services Department prepared the meal with Maple Leaf Farms providing the entrees. The 2018-19 Wawasee FFA Chapter officers presided during the meeting, introducing special guests …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Kiwanis Club has announced it will host its annual pancake & egg breakfast on Saturday, April 27. The mission of Kiwanis is to serve the children of the world. In this spirit, breakfast proceeds will be donated to Riley Hospital for Children and the KC Riley Kids Fund. The annual Kiwanis …read more.

CROMWELL — Early May 2019 — that’s the looming deadline for the switch to be flipped, effectively ending Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District’s business with the town of Syracuse. TCRSD chatted details during the regular monthly meeting held Monday evening, April 15. Although the district has seen great progress with the on-site clarifier tank addition, …read more.

WINONA LAKE —  Two Grace College business students obtained resources to kickstart their business dreams at the seventh Grace College Business Plan Competition on April 10. Emily Anderson, a second-year student double majoring in entrepreneurial management and facility and event management from Coos Bay, Ore., took home $10,000 for Forevergreen Farms, a sustainable Christmas tree …read more.

WARSAW — The force was apparently not with a Warsaw man who is facing charges after allegedly being found inside a residence wearing a Star Wars costume. Jose Cervantez, 21, 16 Henderson Drive, Warsaw, is being charged with burglary, a level 4 felony, and theft, a class A misdemeanor.  According to the affidavit of probable …read more.

WARSAW — The first four witnesses testified today, April 23, for the jury trial involving a Warsaw man accused of rape. Todd Lynn Cornett II Todd Lynn Cornett II is facing one charge of rape, a level 3 felony. The incident allegedly occurred in June 2018 when Cornett is accused of raping a female who …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy is pleased to announce this year’s graduation keynote speaker will be WSBT-TV Chief Meteorologist and Warsaw-native Matt Rudkin. The graduation banquet will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, at 2517 Banquet Hall in Warsaw. Rudkin graduated from Purdue University with a degree in atmospheric science. In addition …read more.

WARSAW — An underground structure that caused a sinkhole to appear in the middle of Winona Avenue near the Lake Street intersection is set to be repaired at 8 a.m. Wednesday, April 24. INDOT is working with the city of Warsaw for traffic control. The community should expect a detour in the area for most …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County is collecting gently used items for an upcoming garage sale. Volunteers will be at the existing building on the new shelter property at 1048 S. CR 325E, Pierceton, between 9 a.m. and noon Saturday, April 27. Items will be used to sell in the garage sale …read more.

KOSCIUSKO  — The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a frost advisory for Kosciusko County and surrounding areas. The advisory is in effect from 2 a.m. to 8 a.m. Wednesday, April 24. Areas of frost are expected to develop late tonight into early Wednesday morning as temperatures fall into the mid 30s. Tender vegetation …read more.

WARSAW — In yet another initiative to bolster public relations for the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office, Sheriff Kyle Dukes orchestrated an event at the county jail designed to provide information to the public on the various addiction services available in the county. Dubbed Community Information Day, the sheriff’s office worked in concert with related organizations …read more.

WARSAW — The Melody Makers of Indiana will be performing an inspirational variety of choral music at 4 p.m. Sunday, May 19, at the Warsaw Performing Arts Center. Tickets can be purchased in advance from a choral member, at the PAC box office, or by calling (574) 371-5040. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 …read more.

WARSAW — Mayor Joe Thallemer has maintained a significant financial advantage against Republican challenger Ron Shoemaker two weeks before the primary election. Thallemer, seeking a third term in office, built up a large amount of money last year and has retained a large amount of cash on hand. Shoemaker, a first-term city councilman, began fundraising …read more.

WARSAW — Parents, caregivers and all interested community members are invited to attend a free film screening of “No Small Matter” from 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 27, at The Hub,1200 Kings Hwy., Winona Lake.  The feature documentary “No Small Matter” confronts America’s most pressing problems with an unlikely but powerful weapon: babies and young children. …read more.

SYRACUSE — A barn, believed to have been built in the 1930s, was destroyed late Monday night, April 22, on the Roberts Family Farmland LLC, 8464 N. Syracuse-Webster Road, Syracuse. The loss has been estimated at over $100,000. Turkey Creek Fire Territory Chief Mickey Scott stated a passing motorist called 911 at approximately 11:06 p.m. …read more.

WARSAW — A jury trial began this morning, April 23, in Kosciusko County Superior 1 Court for a Warsaw man facing one charge of rape, a level 3 felony. Todd Lynn Cornett II was arrested in June 2018 after a female victim reported that he raped her while she was drunk during a party at …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Fort Wayne woman was arrested after resisting arrest and kicking a law enforcement officer. Rebeca Marie Manns, 46, 1817 Frenchman’s Xing, Fort Wayne, is being charged with battery against a law enforcement officer, a level 6 felony; resisting law enforcement, a class A misdemeanor; and disorderly conduct, a class B misdemeanor. On …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Nine Whitko High School students took the American Welding Society Welder Certification Test on April 17 at the Steel Dynamics Keith E. Busse Technology Center of Ivy Tech Community College, Fort Wayne. Passing students earned a worldwide recognized certification in the Gas Metal Arc Welding process. The test consisted of an American …read more.

MILFORD — Customers of PNC Bank will be receiving notices regarding its Milford location, if they have not already. In less than two months, the branch at 127 S. Main St., Milford, will be permanently closed.

WARSAW — Flavor Freeze, which has a long history in Elkhart County, moved into the Warsaw market and opened for business on Monday, April 22. The ice cream store at 2950 Frontage Road renovated and filled the vacancy created by Sprint. The company has been in existence since 1966, has two locations in Elkhart County …read more.

WARSAW — The second annual Sensory Day event will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 27.  The event is hosted by multiple community agencies, including Bowen Center, Beaman Home, Warsaw Community Schools, Childhood Alliance and Growing Kids Learning Center.  These local agencies will host a fun-filled day for children in the 0 …read more.