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LEESBURG —  Town Council approved a golf cart ordinance at its meeting held Monday, Nov. 11. Section two of the ordinance, which describes “operation of golf carts,” states that golf carts may be operated on the streets and highways within the town of Leesburg. It stipulates that golf carts operated on the streets and highways …read more.

WARSAW — Snow showers are expected to continue past midnight Monday and into Tuesday as much of northern Indiana gets its first seasonal blast of snow. Mid-afternoon snowfall Monday, Nov. 11, appeared to be on its way to meeting the predicted two to four inches of snow expected in Kosciusko County, the National Weather Service …read more.

From left, John Sadler, John C. Peterson Post 49 Post Commander John Mort and Thomas Kinch. InkFreeNews photo by Lasca Randels. WARSAW — VFW Post 1126 and American Legion Post 49 hosted the annual Veterans Day event at Center Lake Pavilion Monday, Nov. 11. Keynote Speaker Ken Locke. InkFreeNews photo by Lasca Randels. Salvation Army …read more.

WARSAW — Dustin Mayer is on a mission. Not exactly like one when he was in the US Marines. But it’s a different mission: a mission to save the lives of fellow veterans. A Goshen native, Mayer lives in Warsaw with his family. He graduated from Whitko High School in 1993. Both of his grandfathers …read more.

SYRACUSE — Team 574D brought home the Build Award Saturday, Nov. 9, an award given to a team that has built a well-crafted and constructed robot that also shows a clear dedication to safety and attention to detail. Speedway Tower Takeover 2019 was a great experience for the Wawasee Iron Pride Robotics team. Wawasee spent …read more.

WARSAW — Main on Main Comedy Improv Troupe will return again for a show at Wire & Steam Coffee Company in Warsaw at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21. The show is free and family friendly. Main on Main will perform improvised scenes and games made up “on the spot” in front of the audience. Improv …read more.

MILFORD — A female driver and a male occupant were being checked by paramedics after their Ford SUV slid off the roadway and struck an electrical pole today, Monday, Nov. 11. The accident was at 12:50 p.m. on CR 1300N (Syracuse-Milford Road), east of CR 175E, northeast of Milford. The Ford struck a main utility …read more.

PIERCETON — It’s once again time for the 11th Annual Heritage Gathering Primitives Show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 7, at Pierceton Elementary School in Pierceton.  This year vendors are preparing for the best show yet. They will be bringing handmade primitives as well as primitive antiques such as bears, dolls, wooden bowls, crocks, …read more.

WARSAW — In Warsaw, there are dozens of restaurants to dine at for a quick, casual lunch or an exquisite dinner. However, a unique lunch experience all prepared by local high school students has recently opened to the public for the 2019-20 school year. Located in the Warsaw Area Career Center, the Blue Apron Restaurant …read more.

WARSAW — Trilogy Health Services: Hiring Heroes Just Like You! Voted one of Glassdoors “Top Places to Work in 2019” – Apply today and experience the Trilogy Advantage! Paddock Springs is Hosting a Walk-In Interview Day on November 13th! Cooks Dietary Aides Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Trainees Now Hiring for all shifts! Wednesday, November 13th …read more.

WARSAW — From the files of the Kosciusko County Historical Society. Nov. 12, 1963 — For the second time within a year, the Whitley-Kosciusko county areas were startled with the revelation that a young person committed murder. A Whitley County woman confessed to officers that she murdered her mother in the family’s farm home four …read more.

WARSAW — Plain Township Fire Department and EMS responded to a trailer fire at Suburban Acres Mobile Home Park, Warsaw. At approximately 9:20 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11, fire personnel responded to a report of an explosion at a trailer in the park. The trailer was located at 3699 North CR 175E, Lot 136. According to …read more.

WARSAW — The upcoming cold spell might be a little colder than first expected. On top of a forecast for Monday, Nov. 11, that includes a 100% chance of snow through the day and night, the National Weather Service has revised how cold it will be Tuesday night. A winter weather advisory will be in …read more.

Garza Law Office Hires Travis Neff WARSAW — Garza Law Office, LLC is proud to announce that Travis Neff has joined the firm as its newest attorney. Neff concentrates his practice in criminal and family law and is licensed to practice law in both Indiana Northern and Southern Districts, said a news release from Garza …read more.

WARSAW — There is a Veteran’s Day program today at Center Lake Pavilion in Warsaw. The program starts At 10:30 a.m, according to Ken Locke, who serves as director of ministries at the Salvation Army in Warsaw. The public is welcome to attend.

WARSAW — Almost all local government offices will be closed Monday in observance of Veterans Day. Offices that will be closed include Kosciusko County, the city of Warsaw, and the towns of Winona Lake, Mentone, Milford, Pierceton, Silver Lake, Claypool, Etna Green and Syracuse. Leesburg town government will be open. The US Post offices are …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 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 — The first taste of winter weather will arrive Monday with a strong chance of accumulating snow and temperatures  that will fall into the teens on Tuesday, the National Weather Service said. The predicted high temperature of 48 for Sunday, Nov. 10, will be the warmest compared to anything in the weeklong forecast in …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library announced its events for the upcoming week. Monday, Nov. 11, is Veteran’s Day. Bell Memorial Public library will be open from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. New books are coming soon. Please note that some books are pre-ordered. The library does not receive them until after they are published. …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Learn how to keep yourself, your family and your community safe in a program at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18, at North Webster Community Public Library. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office personnel will present a program on public safety, offering tips and advice for personal safety as well as what citizens can do …read more.

WARSAW — Chonda Pierce, a Christian comedian, performed at the Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts on Nov. 1 and presented a $1,500 check to support assistance to veterans. The Salvation Army serves veterans and their families in Kosciusko County through its Operation V.A.L.O.R. program.  

By Ann Zydek Library Director In 2020, the Warsaw Community Public Library will develop a new five-year strategic plan. Current library focus areas are access to the Internet, technology, special equipment and information; resources to enrich reading and leisure activities and stimulate imagination — collections, community connections and programs; and visit comfortable, safe, physical and …read more.

FORT WAYNE — History was made this year as six local colleges and universities raised a record-breaking 57,263 pounds of food in an event known as “U Can Crush Hunger.” The collective efforts of Huntington University, Indiana Tech, Ivy Tech, Manchester University, Purdue University Fort Wayne, and the University of Saint Francis pushed totals beyond …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Minor injuries were reported by one driver after a crash at 9:13 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, on SR 13, south of CR 500N, south of North Webster. Skyler A. Cone, 31, North Warsaw-Oswego Road, Warsaw, complained of pain to the face but refused medical treatment. According to initial information by North Webster …read more.

An interesting dynamic is lining up ahead of Warsaw City Council’s plan to hire its own attorney. Mayor Joe Thallemer is doing his best to stay out of the way as council moves toward hiring a city council attorney. While Thallemer says there are alternative sources of legal advice beyond City Attorney Scott Reust that …read more.

NAPPANEE — The Nappanee Public Library (NPL) announced its events for the week of Nov. 9-15. The Beginnings: Nappanee & Locke Saturday, Nov. 9,10-11 a.m. at the Nappanee Center, 302 West Market St. Join our Heritage Collection staff as they dive into how Locke became that little ghost town along the side of the road. …read more.

LEESBURG — On Friday, Oct. 4, Leesburg Elementary School hosted its fifth annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration. Leesburg families with Hispanic roots brought in a wide variety of traditional foods, drinks and desserts to share together in a lively convivio (fellowship) in the school cafeteria to celebrate their heritage with other parents, students and staff members. …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 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.

WARSAW — Funkdafied Wrestling Federation presents Aftershock, Saturday, Nov. 9 at the City-County Athletic Complex, Warsaw.  Just three weeks after Funkamania XVII, Northern Indiana’s premier professional wrestling promotion has a card full of action, said a news release from the FWF. Funkamania saw many rivalries reach a boiling point, and at Aftershock, many will see …read more.

SYRACUSE — Tips from the public led to another NET43 investigation and the arrest of four people Thursday night, Nov. 7. Investigators began receiving tips about activity at a home in the Syracuse area. Undercover detectives eventually made controlled purchases of methamphetamine from people living at 4484 East 1300N in Syracuse, according to a news …read more.

WARSAW — An Illinois man was sentenced to three years in the Indiana Department of Corrections Thursday, Nov. 7.  Joseph Thomas Savarino Jr., 42, 150 S. Country Court, Bourbonnais, Ill., pleaded guilty to two counts of obscene performance, both level 6 felonies, in Kosciusko County Superior Court I. On Nov. 27, a detective with the …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Community Foundation has hired two new employees, Cheryl Lacheta and Reily Frankum, to their team.   Cheryl Lacheta serves as the administrative assistant. Her role focuses on scheduling for the CEO and development director, planning special events and connecting guests with the appropriate staff member to best assist them. Prior …read more.

Russell K. Harty WARSAW — This week’s crime of the week comes from the files of the Warsaw Police Department. The Warsaw Police Department is seeking the community’s assistance in locating Russell Keigan Harty. Harty, 18, is 5 feet 10 inches tall, 185 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes. Harty is wanted on two …read more.

WARSAW — On Oct. 17 and 18, Warsaw Community High School trained 58 peer leaders and 28 adult advisors to continue the implementation of the social-emotional wellness initiative “Sources of Strength.” This initiative started during the 2018-19 school year and continues to grow. Sources of Strength is an evidence-based suicide prevention program that harnesses the …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools issued a news release on Friday, Nov. 8, in response to news of a “fight club” at Lincoln Elementary School. On Tuesday, Nov. 5, a teacher at Lincoln Elementary contacted the administration and the School Resource Officer about students who were fighting in the restroom. It was later determined that …read more.

WARSAW — Through a grant from K21 Health Foundation, Baker Youth Club recently added equipment to its Exergame Room. In 2018, Baker Youth Club approached K21 Health Foundation with an idea to get kids to move more by incorporating their love of technology with physical activity. A $50,000 grant was used to establish the K21 …read more.

WARSAW—Walnut Creek United Methodist Church, located at the corner of State Road 15 and CR 200S, will be having their annual Holiday Bazaar from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16. Over 20 vendors selling decorated gourds, bird houses, handmade jewelry, dog accessories, home décor, Christmas ornaments and décor, photo note cards, handbags, Honey, …read more.

WARSAW — Sixth grade students at Jefferson Elementary School recently completed a six-week sustainable gardening unit using tower gardens generously donated by local Warsaw company Da-Lite/Legrand. Students had the opportunity to grow arugula, gourmet lettuce, bibb lettuce, chard and basil. Throughout this unit, students experimented with water conditions, light conditions and a variety of seed …read more.

WARSAW — At 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8, emergency first responders were called to the scene of an accident involving a semi rollover in the area of US 30 and Center Street, Warsaw. According to initial dispatch reports, oil was spilled on the roadway following the rollover. Westbound lanes of US 30 are currently closed. …read more.

  WARSAW — A Claypool man was sentenced in Kosciusko Superior Court I Thursday, Nov. 7, for molesting a girl under 14 years of age. Justice Wayne Hughes, 18, 1396 West CR 800S, Claypool, pleaded guilty to child molesting, a level 4 felony. According to the affidavit of probable cause, on Aug. 9, an officer …read more.

EDITOR’S NOTE: This article has been updated with more information from official court documents. WARSAW — A Silver Lake man was arrested for allegedly making threatening calls to Warsaw Community High School. Mark A. Schultz, 46, Silver Lake, allegedly placed bomb threat calls directly to Warsaw Community High School on Sept. 18 and Sept. 27, …read more.

WARSAW — From a pile of statistics displayed in an hour-long presentation Thursday night, Nov. 7, came a fairly succinct assessment about Indiana’s school funding policy: The amount of money for students is not keeping pace with inflation and is being strained further by the state’s voucher funding policy. That was the bottom line from …read more.

*Warning: The following article contains information that may not be suitable for all readers.* WARSAW — A Claypool woman arrested in January on charges of child pornography was sentenced to five years in prison in Kosciusko Superior Court I Thursday, Nov. 7. Roselyn Beatrice Burkhart, 39, 107 N. Rebecca St., Claypool, pleaded guilty to two …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman was sentenced to three years at the Kosciusko County Jail after dealing methamphetamine. Hannah Elaine Shea, 28, 1815 Hepler Drive, Warsaw, was charged with dealing in methamphetamine, a level 5 felony. A charge of possession of methamphetamine was dismissed as part of a plea agreement. On Aug. 7, 2018, an …read more.

WARSAW — Charges are pending against a jail nurse allegedly attempting to provide drugs to an inmate at the Kosciusko County Jail. Jessica Frost, a contract jail nurse, was apprehended Wednesday night, according to a news release from the sheriff’s office. The sheriff’s office points out that Frost is not a sheriff’s employee, but instead …read more.

WARSAW — Firefighters and officers responded to a report of a vehicle in Tippecanoe River this morning. At approximately 7:20 a.m. Friday, Nov. 8, Atwood Fire Department and Warsaw Police Department received a report of a possible water rescue. Initial dispatch reports said a school bus driver noticed a car in Tippecanoe River, in the …read more.

NEW PARIS — A pilot and co-pilot made an emergency landing in a field in the area of east CR 17, north of CR 42, between New Paris and Foraker after the plane lost power. The report was received at 6:58 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, to the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office. According to the sheriff’s …read more.

WARSAW — Trilogy Health Services: Hiring Heroes Just Like You! Voted one of Glassdoors “Top Places to Work in 2019” – Apply today and experience the Trilogy Advantage! Paddock Springs is Hosting a Walk-In Interview Day on November 13th! Cooks Dietary Aides Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Trainees Now Hiring for all shifts! Wednesday, November 13th …read more.

From left, are Dan Woods, Alan Alderfer, and Elim Smith. InkFreeNews photo by Liz Shepherd. WARSAW — The operator of a topless bar in North Webster cleared one hurdle Thursday, Nov. 7, but is facing another. The Kosciusko County Alcohol and Tobacco Commission on Thursday approved an alcoholic beverage permit for Nightshift Gentleman’s Club, North …read more.

WARSAW — A dozen Kosciusko County military veterans were honored with handmade quilts during a Threads of Valor luncheon at the Pete Thorn Center, Warsaw on Thursday, Nov. 7. The event took place ahead of Veterans Day on Monday, Nov. 11. With the upcoming holiday in mind, Ken Locke, Administrator of Salvation Army of Warsaw, …read more.

ETNA GREEN — More details have been released on Saturday night’s shooting in Etna Green. Shawn Douglas McCrum, 53, 228 E. State St., Etna Green, was booked in the Kosciusko County Jail on Nov. 3. He is charged with aggravated battery, a level 3 felony; carrying a handgun without a license, a class A misdemeanor; …read more.

  NORTH WEBSTER — The closure of SR 13 on the south side of North Webster has ended. Bridgework on SR 13 near Backwater Road kept the state highway closed for more than two months. The road re-opened Thursday morning. The project began at the beginning of September.      

SYRACUSE — The tragic deaths of two Syracuse teens and a young Syracuse woman, 31 years apart, brought a sister and a mother of the victims together to continue keeping their loved ones memories alive. The first of what is hoped to be many donations was presented to the Turkey Creek Fire Territory Wednesday, Nov. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The lack of an animal control officer in Kosciusko County raises questions as to who to contact regarding issues relating to animals. Jerry Clase, the long-time animal control officer, retired Oct. 11 after almost 30 years. Efforts to fill that position are underway. The questions came to light earlier in the week …read more.

LEESBURG — The Fieldhouse is still looking for sign-ups for its two-day cheer clinic on Nov. 16-17. This event is open for any K-5th-grade students in area and surrounding counties. The cost is $40 for both days. The Nov. 16 clinic will be from 4-7 p.m. The Nov. 17 clinic will be from 11 a.m.-2 …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host a gingerbread house workshop from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22. The event will be fun for the entire family as participants work to construct a dream house out of edible supplies and leave the mess. If some of the construction materials end up in your belly …read more.

WABASH — Jackie Evancho will return to the Ford Theater stage as part of the Wabash Valley Music Association series, presented by Parkview Wabash Hospital. Evancho, a multi-platinum recording artist, will match her extraordinary voice with the “New American Songbook” during her 2019 tour, which makes its stop at the Honeywell Center, Saturday, Nov. 23 …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Stonehenge Golf Club held a ribbon-cutting for its new Trackman Simulator, Wednesday, Nov. 6. The Trackman Simulator is the latest addition to the Stonehenge Golf Club and its Golf Academy. The technology provides golfers of all skill levels with a state of the art virtual training environment. The simulator is located in …read more.

“Somebody’s going to lose their seat. If my opponent is allowed to continue behaving as he has in Indianapolis, it is going to be us,” Bill Dixon firmly stated. Dixon, candidate for state representative, recently made clear his rather unusual primary reason for running for the seat presently held by radical, right-wing conservative Curt Nisly. …read more.

WARSAW – Walmart and The Salvation Army are joining forces to provide toys to 300 local children in need during the holidays with a toy drive event in Warsaw Saturday, Nov. 9. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the front of Walmart, 2501 Walton Blvd., in Warsaw. On Saturday, shoppers will …read more.

WARSAW — The Parkview Warsaw Center for Healthy Living, located inside the Parkview Warsaw YMCA, is offering a check-up day from 7 to 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12. Patients can take advantage of various screenings and discounted lab work, including lipid profiles, hemoglobin, A1C, TSH and PSA tests. Spanish translation services will also be available …read more.

From left: Tim Croy, Town Council Member; Barb Ross, Clerk-Treasurer; and Jill Gross, Town Council President. InkFreeNews photo by Kory Stoneburner-Betts. MENTONE — The Mentone Town Council rejected a fee-for-service agreement from the Kosciusko County Economic Development Corporation (KEDCo) at its monthly meeting, Nov. 6. During the council meeting on June 5, KEDCo proposed that …read more.

WARSAW — Jerry Black was a reserve sheriff’s deputy for Kosciusko County and was familiar with the old jail before the Justice Building was built. His wife, Connie, always had an interest in genealogy and began volunteering when the old jail became the museum for the Kosciusko County Historical Society. Now the couple volunteers their …read more.

Mitchell A. Dawson WARSAW — A Warsaw man received a suspended sentence for his involvement in stealing and selling copper wire from the former Arnolt building. Mitchell A. Dawson, 38, 5829 W. CR 100N, Warsaw, was charged with burglary, a level 5 felony. Judd Emery Metz, Goshen; Kyle Duff, Warsaw; and Allison Foster, Claypool, were …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Area Plan Commission approved both a rezoning and preliminary plat request during the meeting held today, Nov. 6. David Caswell was petitioning to rezone 20 acres of land from an Agricultural District to Agricultural II District. The land is located at the intersection of CR 200S and CR 600W, Warsaw. …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce will be holding a business after-hours at MedStat Urgent Care & Occupational Health, a part of the Lutheran Health Network. Join the chamber after work for networking and appetizers from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14. Medstat is located at 107 W. Pickwick Drive, Ste. A, Syracuse. RSVP by …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Hoosiers recently participated in the 18th nationwide “Prescription Drug Take-Back Day” by visiting Indiana State Police Posts, locations sponsored by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency and the Indiana Board of Pharmacy, and other sites across the state. “Kudos to everyone who helped protect their loved ones from substance misuse by safely disposing of …read more.

WARSAW — The 26th annual Toy Time will take place earlier this year and will follow a different schedule. The event is open to the public. Here’s how it works: Bring your good-quality, used toys and children’s items to the Home & Family Arts building at Kosciusko County Fairgrounds.  Volunteers will price and package the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Contrary to popular misconception, veterans organizations are not just for veterans. Kosciusko County American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars posts regularly offer food, fun and fellowship to the public. Each post offers a limited number open house and excise exempt days, dictated by state law, when nonmembers can order alcohol if …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College’s theater department will present the musical “The Addams Family” on Nov. 15, 16, 21-23. “The Addams Family” will be presented on Nov. 15, 16, 21 – 23. The performances will be in the Little Theatre in Philathea Hall on the Grace College Campus, 1499 Alpha Drive, Winona Lake. Tickets are …read more.

WARSAW — Cardinal Services is looking for volunteers to act as Cardinal Elves. Cardinal Services provides services to approximately 275 adults. The organization is looking for volunteers to help assure that all of these adults receive a gift over the holidays. To become an Elf, e-mail [email protected]. Specify whether you are located in Kosciusko, Marshall, Cass …read more.

WARSAW — Firefighters responded to an attic fire Wednesday morning in Warsaw. At about 8:35 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, first responders were called to a fire at 409 N. Washington St., Warsaw. Initial reports indicate that the fire was in the attic. Smoke could be seen seeping out the edges of the roofline. Warsaw-Wayne Fire …read more.

SYRACUSE — Paula Kehr-Wicker, Republican, was elected to her second term as clerk-treasurer for the town of Syracuse following Tuesday’s municipal election. She defeated her Democratic opponent Tim Yeager. Kehr-Wicker received 109 votes to Yeager’s 34 votes, carrying all four of the town precincts. Also winning were Tom Hoover, Syracuse Council District 3; Larry Marindale, …read more.

SILVER LAKE —  The Silver Lake Lions Club will host a fish, chicken & tenderloin fry from 4 p.m. until sold out Saturday, Nov. 9, at the Silver Lake Conservation Building, located at 108 S. Elm St., Silver Lake. Cost is $9 per pound. Carry-out only. Side dishes will be available. There will also be …read more.

  Bill Dixon, candidate for state representative, hopes the public will turn out for his fundraising dinner on Thursday, Nov.21, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Maria’s Restaurant in North Webster. While many people know Dixon from his time at Wawasee 103 radio and as an elected member of the Turkey Creek Township Advisory Board, …read more.

Towns with races: Claypool Libertarian Patricia Warner captured two-thirds of the vote (66.6 to 33.3) and defeated Democrat Charlotte Lindley in the race for clerk-treasurer. Republican Benny Stage, Jr. defeated Democrat Niki Miller, 65.1 to 34.8, for the north district seat. Other candidates on the ballot included Democrat Elizabeth Heiman and Republican Eugene Warner. They …read more.

WARSAW — Republican dominance on City Council just got another four-year extension. Despite the biggest challenge in two decades, Republicans on city council rolled to victory in Tuesday’s election. Mayor Joe Thallemer, unopposed in Tuesday’s election, will begin his third term in office alongside six returning Republican councilmembers. The one new addition to council will …read more.

WARSAW — Republicans in Warsaw turned back challenges from three Democrats and an Independent in city council races in Tuesday’s election. Republican Mayor Joe Thallemer and Republican Clerk-Treasurer Lynne Christiansen were unopposed in their re-election bids. Results from the four contested races: In District 1, incumbent Republican Jeff Grose defeated Democrat Sarah McNeal Strahan-Lenfestey by …read more.

WARSAW — All precincts had reported in by 7:27 p.m. ending a long day for poll workers. But the work continued for election staff at the Justice Building, getting equipment put away and ballots processed through the main election computers. Here are the final results City of Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer — 942 Clerk-Treasurer Lynne …read more.

WARSAW — The polls closed at 6 p.m. and the first precinct came rolling in to the Justice Building at 6:30 p.m. Leesburg was the first to report in followed by several Warsaw wards reporting in at 6:45 p.m. Election staff distributed the first printout of votes at 7:12 p.m.  This tabulation included absentee ballots …read more.

WARSAW — Dr. Phil Downs, superintendent of Southwest Allen County Schools and Indiana Superintendent of the Year, will hold a presentation from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7. The presentation will take place at the Warsaw Performing Arts Center at Warsaw Community High School. Downs’ presentation, “Follow the Money: An Analysis of Why Public …read more.

WARSAW — Lake City Bank recently announced that Kylee M. Coughenour has been promoted to financial wellness officer, working out of the bank’s Rochester office. In this new role, Coughenour coordinates the bank’s Financial Wellness Partner Program, which provides free financial literacy workshops for employees of local businesses. Coughenour works with Lake City Bank branch …read more.

Claypool Town Council member Eugene Warner casts his vote during the town’s municipal election Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 5. InkFreeNews photo by Kory Stoneburner-Betts. WARSAW —  Voter turnout in today’s municipal election appeared to be somewhat light around the noon hour. Polls will remain open until 6 p.m. Tuesday. In addition to Warsaw, other communities having …read more.

WARSAW — The Time Out Inn in Warsaw was awarded a Miller Lite and a Coors Light commemorative plaque from MillerCoors Brewing Company and Five Star Distributing. The Time Out Inn ranks in the top one percent of sales in an on-premise “bar” establishment for both Miller Lite and Coors Light in the entire state …read more.

UPDATE: As of Friday, Nov. 8, this Silver Alert has been cancelled. CARMEL — A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared for a man from Carmel. The Carmel Police Department is investigating the disappearance of Tyler Lee Lott, a 30-year-old white male, 6 feet 1 inch tall, 150 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for 2019 Chamber Awards. Nominations must be submitted by Dec. 6. The Chamber annually honors businesses and individuals for their significant role in driving Kosciusko’s business community and economic growth. Winners will be announced at the Chamber’s annual membership dinner in January 2020. Award recipients …read more.

WARSAW — The National Weather Service predicts a chance of rain and snow Wednesday night, Nov. 6, and Thursday morning. Today will be dry and partly sunny with a high near 42 and a low near 29. Wednesday will see a high near 50 with wind gusts as high as 25 mph. Wednesday night comes …read more.

By Darla McCammon Last week, we invited you to visit the new Warsaw City Hall art exhibit featuring Steve Creighton. If you recall, I compared Creighton’s style of work to that of the Dutch Golden Age artists such as that wrought by one of the most famous artists of all time: Rembrandt Harmenszoon Van Rijn, …read more.

Jeff Rowe, Baker Tilly, speaks to Warsaw City Council Monday night, Nov. 4. InkFreeNews photo by Dan Spalding. WARSAW — A consultant offered a positive critique of city finances Monday night, Nov. 4, and suggested a few ways to improve upon its fiscal standing. Jeff Rowe, a partner and CPA with Baker Tilly, spoke to …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw’s December First Friday event “Hometown Holly Days” features ice carvers. The deadline to submit ice sculpture sponsorship forms and payments is Nov. 29. “Hometown Holly Days” will also have carriage rides, Twinkle Light Parade and Light up the Night at Central Park. To learn more, contact the WCDC at (574) 267-6311, ext. …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw has provided a fresh update on five road projects still underway. Here’s a quick recap provided by city Plan Director Jeremy Skinner: Officials hope the intersection project at Center and Buffalo streets will wrap up this week. New traffic poles were installed about 10 days ago. Concrete still needs …read more.

  Bill Dixon has announced his plan to run for state representative. He will be holding his first official fundraiser Thursday, Nov. 21. He believes, “As a district, you and I have been neglected for the past eight years. Now, because of my opponent’s ineptitude, we face losing the legislative seat altogether through redistricting.” His …read more.

City Plan Director Jeremy Skinner (L) talks with members of the Warsaw Redevelopment Commission (from left) Tim Meyer, Rick Snodgrass and Jeff Grose. InkFreeNews photo by Dan Spalding. WARSAW — Two residential TIF district proposals took the first step toward eventual approval Monday when the redevelopment commission passed a resolution supporting the plan. Creation of …read more.

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WARSAW — Members of the Democratic Party are offering rides to voters in Warsaw today. The offer was made by the vice-chair of the Kosciusko Democratic Party, Vicki Morton, according to a news release from city council candidate  Sara McNeal Strahan-Lenfestey. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. All voting in the Warsaw …read more.

WARSAW — An Etna Green man is being held in custody after a North Webster man was shot Saturday night, Nov. 2. Shawn Douglas McCrum, 53, of Etna Green, was being held without bond at the Kosciusko County Jail pending completion of an investigation, according to a news release issued by the Sheriff’s Office Monday …read more.

WARSAW — As the Kosciusko County Drug Court Program approaches the end of its sixth year of operation, a ceremony was held Monday, Nov. 4, in recognition of the 50th graduate of the program.  Scott Farmer, the program’s 50th graduate, was presented with a certificate and a medallion by Kosciusko Circuit Court Judge Michael Reed. …read more.

CROWN POINT — Wawasee’s robotics team won the tournament championship, robotics skills champion, and qualified two teams for state Saturday, Nov. 2, at the Crown Point Tournament. “It is a great start to our season,” said head coach Jed Wandland. Saturday was a kickoff for the 2019-20 Tower Takeover season for Iron Pride Robotics. Twenty-four …read more.