WARSAW — It was 1971 and the Kosciusko County Commissioners were Frederick Gilliam, Glenn Lowman and Maurice Dorsey. The county had obtained some land along what was still technically US 30 because the new Highway 30 had not officially been opened yet. The Kosciusko County Highway Department had been located on Winona Avenue in Warsaw …read more.

WARSAW — The Fifth Annual Young Artist Competition, sponsored by the Symphony of the Lakes and the Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts, will take place Saturday, March 16 from 10 a.m. until about 3 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center at Warsaw Community High School. All performances are free and open to the public. …read more.

WARSAW — “I do so much. I don’t know that I get bored, but when I do stuff in repetition, I’m ready to move on to the next thing,” explained Alyssa Lowe, 38, Warsaw. “I never just have one thing, which really fits me. I need variety.” With so much to do and so many …read more.

WABASH —  Buckets N Boards, a hilarious high-energy show, chock-full of amazing percussion, ridiculous songs, spectacular tap dancing, inventive instrumentation and an incredible variety of musical talents, will perform at the Honeywell Center at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 17.   Creators Matthew Levingston and Gareth Sever have handcrafted a fresh and unique clean comedy …read more.

CROWN POINT — Saturday, Feb. 23, in the Fieldhouse at Crown Point, Wawasee Iron Pride Robotics 574C and 574D won tournament champion. 574C won skills champion with a new world record and finished the regular season undefeated in skills competition having set and broken the world skills record seven times. Team 574N ran their best …read more.

WARSAW — The rebranded Intercession Group in Kosciusko County has a full slate of activities this year, including three events in the next few days. Intercession Group began in 2011 with a focus on Haiti, but changed leadership and gears in 2016 and now works on helping local business leaders by hosting various functions. In …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — After a discussion about the proposed use for The Lodge, a former motel, North Webster Town Council took care of regular business. Approved was a bid from T Square Mill & Elevator Supply, Leesburg, of $4,674 for galvanized posts and gates at the end of East Washington Street where it adjoins Webster …read more.

WARSAW — A pregnant woman is suing the Time Out Inn in Warsaw after allegedly being physically attacked and assaulted on the premises. The plaintiffs in the case are Ashley Riggs and her unborn child. According to the court filing, on or about Sept. 2, 2018, Time Out Inn employed security staff who were assigned …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Normally a swift and efficient occasion, the North Webster Town Council meeting proved to be anything but for those in attendance. The council has no legal authority to make a decision regarding zoning as the town of North Webster falls under the county’s zoning ordinances. The Tuesday, Feb. 26, meeting at the …read more.

    MILFORD — A black Ford SUV was involved in a single vehicle rollover accident at approximately 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 27. According to a police report at the scene, the driver and lone occupant of the vehicle was traveling eastbound on W 900N when the vehicle left the paved roadway onto the berm …read more.

WARSAW — Kroger’s Central Division announced today the decision to close the Owen’s store at 302 W. Market St., Warsaw. Company leaders attribute the decision to the store’s ongoing poor financial performance. Kroger has long monitored operations, hoping the store could return to reliable profitability; however, the latest evaluations suggest such improvement is no longer realistic. Therefore, the …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College is pleased to welcome acclaimed visual artist Chris Anderson to exhibit her work and present a Lyceum Series Lecture on Thursday, March 14. Anderson’s “Drawn and Quartered: 160 Acres Waiting for a Development” will be displayed for the first time at Grace College from March 13 to April 13. The …read more.

CROMWELL — After 38 long months, the Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District board signed an agreement to end the ongoing debate with the town of Syracuse. During the Monday night meeting, held a week later Feb. 25, the district signed off on a payout to Syracuse as well as a terminate no later than date …read more.

ELKHART — Warsaw got big contributions from a number of players in a sectional reprisal of Elkhart Memorial Tuesday.

SYRACUSE — While the annual silent auction took place, the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce Banquet started off by recognizing chamber members who have stepped in to serve the chamber Tuesday evening, Feb. 26, at The Owl’s Nest. A plaque was also given to retiring members Chip Erwin, Sleepy Owl; and Kristy Rumfelt, Beyond Landscaping, for …read more.

PLYMOUTH — The Beaman Home Outreach Program will now offer office hours at the Marshall County Neighborhood Center in Plymouth, 402 West Garro St., from 9 a.m. to noon on Fridays. By providing more definite hours, the Beaman Home is able to reach more survivors of trauma, domestic abuse and sexual assault and provide services …read more.

WARSAW — Throughout the 2018-19 school year, a representative group of teachers from all buildings in Warsaw Community Schools have been working with instructional coaches to review potential curricular materials for elementary reading adoption. Last week, the team narrowed the field down to two reading programs. The two programs selected for further investigation were Fountas and …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Patrick Olson, former community corrections officer, is seeking dismissal of felony charges related to a 2017 case. Patrick Olson Charges of sexual misconduct by a service provider, a level 5 felony, and aiding/inducing/causing escape, a level 6 felony, were filed in Kosciusko County Superior Court on Nov. 17, 2017. The warrant was served that …read more.

By Darla McCammon We will return to our series on Camille Pissarro but first let’s find an interlude to introduce two exhibits you may wish to visit. Beginning March 5, you can enjoy the very capable artistry of Leo Dean Jansen at the Warsaw City Hall Art Gallery. His photography has bounded onto the scene …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was recently arrested after police say he stole a truck. Jacob Daniel King, 21, 944 E. Garfield St., Warsaw, is being charged with auto theft, a level 6 felony. On Dec. 22, an officer with the Warsaw Police Department responded to an auto theft. The victim stated that earlier that …read more.

FORT WAYNE – Emergency responders were called to a river in Fort Wayne by an OnStar operator early Sunday morning, Feb. 24, and found the body of a South Whitley man, who died from drowning after his car plunged into near-freezing water. Brian Coburn, 36, was pronounced dead at the scene after his body was …read more.

WARSAW — The Genealogy Department of the Kosciusko County Historical Society has announced several upcoming events. In March, Sara Allen from the Fort Wayne Allen County Genealogy Center will share information on DNA on Tuesday March 19. The meeting will be in the Old Jail Museum Library, 121 N Indiana St., Warsaw. The event is scheduled for …read more.

WARSAW — Police say that an argument turned physical and led a Warsaw woman to choke and bite a man on the side of his face. Linda L. Jenkins, 58, 340 E. Levi Lee Road, No. 177, Warsaw, is charged with strangulation, a level 6 felony and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. According to …read more.

WARSAW — The Child Care & Early Learning Coalition has a new name, LaunchPad. They have been meeting since Oct. 1, 2018, with the mission of increasing access to quality child care and early learning for children birth to age 5 in Kosciusko County. LaunchPad is currently setting goals that will help working families find …read more.

SYRACUSE — Vocal Motion, the show choir for Wawasee High School, will be presenting its competition show at 7 p.m. Friday, March 1, in the high school auditorium based on “Space and Planets.” The show is free to the public, but donations will be taken to help offset costs. For more information, call the high …read more.

WARSAW — One variance request was heard and approved during a short Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals meeting held last night, Feb. 25. David Bedsun, 550 N. Lake St., requested a variance from developmental standards to allow a three-foot side yard setback instead of the normal five-foot setback. This variance would be used to replace …read more.

WARSAW — The Lakeland Art Center and Gallery will host its first open studio from noon to 4:30 p.m. March 9. This is a time for creative people of all skill levels to come together for an afternoon of camaraderie while creating their art. Just bring your art supplies, subject matter and creativity. Lakeland Art …read more.

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WARSAW — A Warsaw man faces multiple charges after police say he pushed a woman down during an argument and began to choke her. Dustin Lawrence Swindle, 30, 2271 S. Cost-A-Plenty Road 3, Warsaw, is charged with strangulation, a level 6 felony; domestic battery with a child younger than 16 present, a level 6 felony; …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw woman was sentenced in Kosciusko Circuit Court today, Feb. 25, to two and a half years at the Kosciusko County Jail, with one and one-half years suspended on formal probation, after overdosing on heroin. Latasha Sue Ibarra, 26, 3457 W. CR 100S, was charged with possession of a narcotic drug, a …read more.

SYRACUSE — The cause of a fire at a residence on Eastshore Drive, Syracuse, Saturday afternoon, Feb. 23, has been listed as undetermined by fire officials with the Turkey Creek Fire Territory. Turkey Creek Fire Territory received a call at 3:57 p.m. to the home owned by Syl Champoux, 13630 N. Eastshore Drive, Syracuse. According …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Fort Wayne Museum of Art has announced the regional award recipients of the 2019 Scholastic Art and Writing Awards. Lakeland Christian Academy Art Teacher Jorie Bail won a 2019 Outstanding Educator Award. LCA students Emma Zink, Andrew Zink, Derek Arter and Kathryn Monsma won Scholastic Art and Writing Awards. Presented by the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Syracuse woman was arrested after operating a vehicle with opiates in her system, causing the death of a passenger in her vehicle. Leslie Ann Patrick, 39, 4484 E. CR 1300N, Syracuse is being charged with operating a vehicle causing death, a level 5 felony; and operating a vehicle causing death with a …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Randy Polston, board member of the Warsaw Community Schools’ Board of School Trustees, recently represented WCS at the Indiana School Boards Association’s first annual ISBA Statehouse Day at the Embassy Suites Downtown Hotel in Indianapolis. This half-day seminar helped the legislative liaisons of school boards better understand the Indiana School Boards Association’s 2019 …read more.

Safe Haven Baby Boxes, in conjunction with Right To Life of North Central Indiana, has been running a billboard campaign promoting its hotline. This billboard was seen last week near Etna Green along US 30. WOODBURN — A third baby has been surrendered legally to authorities with assistance through Safe Haven Baby Boxes. The child …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Donald L. Charlton educational scholarship trust was funded at Don’s death in July 2004 with assets in excess of $1,400,000 through the 1st Source Bank Wealth Advisory Services Department. Don was a lifetime Milford resident. He retired from the U.S. Postal service in 1988 after 33 years of service. Don was a …read more.

WARSAW — Five people were transported to Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw Saturday, Feb. 23, after a driver failed to stop for a funeral escort and was struck by one of the vehicles in the procession.  The accident occurred at 12:44 p.m. at the intersection of North Parker Street and East US 30 in Warsaw.  …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Former KEDCo President George Robertson, 71, passed away this weekend on Feb. 23, after a battle with cancer.  Robertson was well known in the community and joined KEDCo in 2010 as the organization’s first full-time executive director. Since that time, the community has seen the development of Warsaw Tech Park, job creation and investment …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams and Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation are hosting a spring interpretive hike from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, March 2. The free, family-friendly event will take place on WACF’s Education Center property, 11586 SR 13, one mile south of Syracuse. The hike will be led by Dr. …read more.

WARSAW — Each year, Warsaw Community Development Corporation presents Facade Grants to businesses located in the C-4 district. Glam, located at 212 S Buffalo St, Warsaw, was one of the 2018 Facade Grant recipients. Improvements included painting the side of their building and adding stars. The City of Warsaw provides matching funds for the Facade …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was recently arrested after he told officers his child was the one responsible for shooting a gun into a neighboring residence. Kyle R. Wuchter, 28, 920 Anchorage Road Lot 25, Warsaw, is being charged with dangerous control of a child, a level 5 felony, and neglect of a dependent, a …read more.

Warsaw – JB’s wraps up Presidents Day sale with 60 months interest free financing on Tempurpedic Mattresses. Save up to $500 on select adjustable mattress sets. Sale ends today, February 25, 2019. JB’s Furniture has the largest selection of Tempurpedic Mattress in the state of Indiana and is open seven days a week!

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library has a part-time employment opportunity. The library has a part-time position available at 15 hours or less that is perfect for students. Library clerks do a small amount of many jobs around the library such as answering the telephone, making photocopies, sending and receiving faxes, checking in and out …read more.

UPDATE — The Silver Alert has been canceled as of 4:42 p.m.   COLUMBIA CITY — The Whitley County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the disappearance of David A. Whisler, a 45-year-old white male, 5 feet 8 inches tall, 235 pounds, brown hair with brown eyes, and driving a red 2010 Ford F-150 pickup truck with Indiana …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse Public Library will host the following events in February and March: Evenings Are A Time To Get Out Adults are encouraged to spend a couple of hours at open mic night at the Syracuse Public Library. Doors open for this popular after-hours reading event at 7 p.m. Friday, March 1. This …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 Melissa Chapman Cataloging Supervisor WARSAW — With Spring nowhere in sight, it’s a great time to come to the Warsaw Community Public Library and check out a few films to take home and watch on a cold winter’s day. I have three new releases that might be of interest to you. All three movies …read more.

  LEESBURG — Shortly after 5 p.m., today, Feb. 23, the Kosciusko County 911 Communications Center received multiple reports of a head-on collision, in the 8400 block of North SR 15. The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office, Milford Police and Fire Department and Lutheran EMS were dispatched. Initial arriving units determined that two vehicles, both of …read more.

MILFORD — Traffic is being diverted on SR 15 between CR 900N, south of Milford, and Van Buren Street, Leesburg, due to a serious accident involving at least two-vehicles. Milford and Leesburg fire departments, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office, Milford Police, and Lutheran EMS were called at 5:02 p.m. today, Saturday, Feb. 23, to an accident …read more.

By Jim Patterson, Commander, S.A.L. Squadron #49, Warsaw As Commander of the Sons of the American Legion Squadron #49, I want to take this opportunity to introduce you to who we are, what we stand for and our mission. First of all, the SAL is not a “Social Club” open only to veterans. On the contrary, our …read more.

SYRACUSE — A fire, in what is believed to be an outdoor kitchen, was quickly extinguished this afternoon by firefghters with the Turkey Creek Fire Territory and Benton Township fire departments. The home is located on Boner Lake. Firefighters were notified shortly before 4 p.m. of a house fire at 13630 N. Eastshore Drive, Syracuse, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana has declared a high wind warning for Kosciusko County from 7 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 24, until midnight. Expect west winds of 35 to 40 mph, with frequent gusts of 50 mph are expected to start early Sunday morning and persist into the evening hours of Sunday.  …read more.

The following are upcoming events at the Milford Public Library: STORY TIME Join us for Story Time at 10:15 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 6, or at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 7. We will be learning about winter sports and making a sport-themed craft and eating some yummy edible medals. If you’d like …read more.

WARSAW — Four people were injured in a two-vehicle rollover accident that occurred at the intersection of US 30 and Parker Street in Warsaw. Emergency responders were dispatched to the accident around 12:45 p.m. today, Feb. 23. The accident involved a Honda Pilot, which ended up on its top, and a black Chevrolet Cruze that suffered front-end damage. …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Being read a story isn’t just for kids. Audio books allow adults to enjoy books by listening as well. Audio books are also good companions for multitasking enabling a person to listen to a book while driving, exercising, doing chores or just relaxing. They are a good fit for those who have difficulty …read more.

Four people will compete to be the first judge of the new Superior Court in Kosciusko County. According to Gov. Eric Holcomb’s office, the candidates are: Robert Bishop, an attorney who works in the Kosciusko County Prosecutor’s office and oversees child support; Lindsey Grossnickle, a deputy prosecutor in Whitley County; Christopher Kehler a longtime local attorney, and Chad Miner, …read more.

Warsaw – JB’s wraps up Presidents Day sale with 60 months interest free financing on Tempurpedic Mattresses. Save up to $500 on select adjustable mattress sets. Sale ends February 25, 2019. JB’s Furniture has the largest selection of Tempurpedic Mattress in the state of Indiana and is open seven days a week!

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 age …read more.

SYRACUSE — A crowd of nearly 100 tired but jovial ice boat racers from all over North America and Europe gathered in the Oakwood Resort on Lake Wawasee in Syracuse Friday, Feb. 22, to honor the winners of the 2019 International Detroit News Ice Yacht Racing Association North American Championship Regatta. International DN-style ice yachts …read more.

SILVER LAKE — A Silver Lake woman was recently arrested after police say she and an unnamed male switched barcodes on items at Walmart to pay less for merchandise. Shelby Lynne Learned, 27, 3531 West SR 14, Silver Lake, is being charged with four counts of making a false sales document, level 6 felonies, and …read more.

WARSAW — Two Warsaw Police Department officers have been placed on “investigatory leave” in connection with the reckless driving incident on Jan. 25 that was being investigated by Police Chief Scott Whitaker. The internal review of the two officers was announced Friday, Feb. 22, during a 45-minute news conference that also included an apology from Whitaker …read more.

WINONA LAKE — A local nursing instructor is taking steps to educate some nurses of tomorrow on warning signs related to what experts are calling the growing epidemic of sex trafficking in the U.S. Chable Johnson, as part of her Issues and Ethics Class at Grace College, hosted a seminar by FBI Task Force Officer …read more.

WARSAW — Altrusa’s third Annual Spring Bazaar features small business vendors selling amazing crafts and one-of-a-kind gifts, such as jewelry, handmade wood crafts, kid’s clothes, baked goods, cheesecakes, handwoven rugs, US Borne books, Rada knives, Mary Kay, LalaRoe, Scentsy, crocheted items, spring wreaths, baby clothes, doll clothes and much more. The event is from 9 a.m. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — On Feb. 21, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputy Chris Rager was honored in Indianapolis, for 20 years of service with the annual Indiana Sheriffs’ Association Youth Leadership Camp. Deputy Rager began assisting at the camp in 1999 while serving as a patrolman with the North Webster Police Department. Deputy Rager’s role with the camp …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Affordable senior transportation is crucial for maintaining independence and health. Without a reliable way to get to medical appointments or to the store to buy food and household necessities, seniors cannot realistically remain in their homes as they age. Enter Kosciusko Community Senior Services. With three major programs, including Mobile Meals, Handicapped Van …read more.

WARSAW — Two Warsaw Police officers have been placed on investigatory leave in connection with the reckless driving incident on Jan. 25 involving Police Chief Scott Whitaker. The personnel action was announced Friday during a 45-minute news conference that also included an apology from Whitaker over circumstances that played out while he was investigating what appeared …read more.

ELKHART COUNTY — Neal Myers, 55, Middlebury, has been identified as the pilot killed in a plane crash Thursday evening, Feb. 21, several miles from the Goshen Airport. The Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office reports at 8:08 p.m. Thursday, officers and emergency crews responded to a report of a plane crash. The plane had been reported …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — This four-year scholarship was created by longtime Warsaw residents Bob and Esther Pfleiderer.  Bob and Esther were both born and raised in Warsaw. Esther graduated from Manchester College and received her Master’s Degree from Purdue University.  he taught math in the Warsaw School system for 39 years. She was active in the community and was …read more.

WARSAW — After 14 hours of cutting, coloring, sculpting and styling, the design process was finally complete. With a pair of scissors, bottles of pet-safe dye and patience in hand, the dynamic duo was ready to take the stage at Pawject Runway in Fort Wayne. “Dogs are man’s best friend” holds true for Sarah Kasten …read more.

WARSAW — Local representatives of KGP Telecommunications, Inc. today detailed plans to support workforce affected by a recently announced reduction in positions at the company’s Warsaw operations. “KGPCo is a family owned company with a strong commitment to our employees and to the communities in which we are active,” said Director of Operations David Russell, …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The Board of Trustees of North Webster Community Public Library announces that the library has received a $500,000 pledge from Dekko Foundation towards the building of a new library facility. Committed to fostering economic freedom through education, Dekko Foundation has offered this investment in the form of a pledge contingent upon the …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Congressman Jim Banks offered reluctant support for President Donald Trump’s declaration of a national emergency as a way of providing more funding to expand construction of a wall along the southern border. The topic came up at a town hall meeting hosted by Banks at the South Whitley Community Public Library Thursday …read more.

ETNA GREEN — The Town of Etna Green is accepting sealed bids for teller drawers, safes and safety deposit box units. Please make an appointment during the office hours of 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. by calling Clerk-Treasurer Patti Cook at (574) 858-9321. Bids will be taken until March 8. Send bids to Town of …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man is facing charges after an investigation of an alleged domestic dispute led to a drug arrest. Joseph Khiev, 24, 1177 N. Slateview Court, Warsaw, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. On Tuesday, Feb. 12, officers with the …read more.

ELHART COUNTY — Federal aviation investigators are expected to begin an investigation into an airplane crash between Goshen and Millersburg Thursday evening. The crash snapped high tension power lines with the plane landing in a farm field. It has been confirmed that the pilot died in the crash. The plane crashed in a field owned …read more.

PIERCETON — Cub Scout Pack 3761 annual cake auction and pinewood derby will be held Sat., Feb. 23, at Pierceton American Legion Post 258. Concession stand opens at noon. At 12:30 p.m. enjoy bidding on the cake of your choice and support our Cub Scouts. Make memories watching Cub Scouts and their family members compete during our …read more.

Warsaw – JB’s wraps up Presidents Day sale with 60 months interest free financing on Tempurpedic Mattresses. Save up to $500 on select adjustable mattress sets. Sale ends February 25, 2019. JB’s has the largest selection of Tempurpedic Mattress in the state of Indiana and is open seven days a week!

WARSAW — After hearing from contractors unable to perform installation services until the spring, Lakeland Regional Sewer District board of directors passed a motion suspending failure to connect penalties from Jan. 1 to April 30. Penalties will resume May 1. As of the Feb. 20 meeting, 24 properties were still being assessed penalties. “I think it’s …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Overcoming challenges and learning what one’s next steps are in life was the overall message of Josh Sundquist’s speech during Grace College’s chapel session today, Feb. 21. The college hosted Sundquist as its keynote speaker for Career Week. Sundquist is an international motivational speaker, as well as an author, comedian and Paralympian. During …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Sportsman’s Night at the North Webster American Legion Post 253 is just days away. The event will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 23. Doors open at 4 p.m. for all ticket holders. Don’t have a ticket yet? Only 400 tickets will be sold and there are still a …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools will host the annual Kindergarten Round-Up event for all incoming 2019-2020 kindergarten students and parents at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, March 11. This event will provide information to parents on the upcoming registration process, as well as give families the opportunity to meet their building staff, principal and teachers. The …read more.

SYRACUSE — Put on your walking shoes or hiking attire and join Dr. Nate Bosch and Heather Harwood for the Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation’s spring interpretive hike. The event will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 2, on WACF’s trails at the Levinson-LaBrosse Education Center, 11586 N. SR 13, Syracuse. Bosch, director of the …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman faces multiple drug charges after police made a traffic stop involving a loud vehicle exhaust, learned she had an active warrant, and searched her person. Nyoka Joann Sexton, 26, 3529 West CR 100S, No. 22, Warsaw, is charged with dealing in a narcotic drug, a level 4 felony; possession of …read more.

SYRACUSE — The 2019 DN North American Championship iceboat regatta started off at 11 a.m. today, Thursday, Feb. 21.

GOSHEN — An hour can be powerful when almost 300 people come together to do good. That’s just what happened at Interra Credit Union’s recent annual staff development day. During Power of the Hour, employees participated in projects to help six different organizations and the clients they serve. Among the project activities, nearly 60 fleece …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster American Legion Post 253 honored its Junior Sharp Shooters Team before practice Wednesday, Feb. 20, at the Legion. Formed four years ago, the group has grown from four members to nine with another joining soon. Jon Custer is the director and Joe Sunday is the assistant director. Certificates were presented …read more.

WARSAW — A South Bend man was recently arrested after a pharmacist noticed the man was supplying a prescription for Oxycodone that was issued by a nonexistent health center. Demetris Emon Jennings Jr., 29, 146 Laporte Ave. 1, South Bend, is being charged with acquiring a controlled substance by fraud, a level 6 felony, and …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Are you interested in raising livestock or poultry on any scale, from small scale to 4-H to large production? If your answer is yes or maybe you are still considering the option, then Livestock and Poultry 101: A Beginner’s Guide is the program designed just for you. It is being offered on Mondays, …read more.

ELKHART COUNTY — Syracuse Town Council members briefly mentioned a notice received Indiana Department of Transportation is proposing a connector (ramp) and new intersection at US 6 and CR 29, just north of Syracuse, during its council meeting Tuesday evening, Feb. 19. The cost of the project is $1.1 million. The legal notice states the project …read more.

WARSAW — A North Manchester man was arrested after battering a female subject. Colt James Hubler, 24, 208 E. 2nd St., North Manchester, was booked for domestic battery resulting in moderate bodily injury, a level 6 felony; domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor; and domestic battery with a prior conviction, a level 6 felony. On …read more.

WARSAW — Hoosier Lakes Radio Club held its yearly banquet at Wyndham Garden, Warsaw, in January. The event recognized some of its members for outstanding service. Charlie Mills, Atwood, received the Ham of the Year Award for his public service, emergency preparedness and dedication to amateur radio. Loren Melton, Claypool, was the recipient of the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — At February’s meeting of the Kosciusko County Farm Bureau Board, another Farm Bureau donation was made to Combined Community Services. With this donation, 100 pounds of food was given as a symbol of the 100-year existence of Farm Bureau along with an additional freewill cash donation of $500 plus by attending KCFB board …read more.

ELKHART COUNTY — Annalisa Calderon, 18, Warsaw, died in a one-vehicle accident Tuesday, Feb. 19, northwest of New Paris. The Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office reports Calderon was southbound on CR 21, north of CR 142. For an unknown reason her 2007 Nissan Sentra went off the right side of the road, hit a guardrail and …read more.

WINONA LAKE — With a sense of urgency regarding projects she feels she needs to see through to fruition, incumbent town board member Theila “Tecy” Banta filed for re-election to Winona Lake’s five-person board on Jan. 11. “There are some projects coming up that we can’t talk about yet that are pretty impactful,” said Banta …read more.

WARSAW — The deadline for registering for the Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District sponsored 2019 Indiana Master Naturalist classes has been extended until Feb. 28. Space is limited, but a few spots are still available according to Darci Zolman, KSWCD Program Administrator.  “The mission of the Indiana Master Naturalist program is to bring …read more.

SYRACUSE – The Gold Cup and North American Championship ice boat regattas will take place this week on Lake Wawasee.

WARSAW — When Dr. Shu-Chun (Ginger) Tseng teaches Chinese to Warsaw Community High School students, it is more than just teaching the basics of a different language. Having grown up in Taiwan and with family still living there, she can also bring her own cultural experiences into the classroom. Ginger, who started the Chinese program …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Several local individuals were recognized Tuesday, Feb. 19, at the 62nd annual Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District meeting, which was held at 2517, Warsaw. Tiffany Parker, from the Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site, was the guest speaker and gave a presentation on restoration efforts at this historic site and on the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The annual Home and Outdoor Show, sponsored by NIPSCO, will open its doors Friday to Sunday, March 22 to 24, at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds. Show hours will be from noon to 7 p.m. Friday, March 22; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 23; and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 24. …read more.

WARSAW — Despite preliminary approval two weeks ago, city council balked Tuesday, Feb. 19, at the idea of providing Warsaw police officers with a dedicated cell phone for work. Officers currently have their own cell phones for personal needs while at work and depend on either tablets or laptops in their patrol cars to conduct …read more.