Press Release MILFORD — Gene Hollenberg, Camp Alexander Mack executive director, announced Monday evening, April 20, Camp Mack will not be able to provide its regular summer camp this year. “In the last several weeks, the COVID-19 pandemic has kept us mostly in our homes and physically apart from one another. With many staff members …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College engineering students Erin Lawhon and Abbott Joy are 3D printing ear guards to donate to local organizations on the front lines of COVID-19.

By Kory Betts InkFreeNews INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Department of Health reported 431 new positive cases of coronavirus. The number of positive cases as of 11:59 p.m. Monday, April 20, totaled 12,097. Total positive cases are only 18% of the 67,264 tested in the state. The state also reported 61 new deaths. The deaths occurred …read more.

WARSAW — An area nonprofit organization brought smiles to the faces of nursing home residents with a little horseplay.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews *UPDATE: Power has been restored in southern Kosciusko County.* CLAYPOOL — More than 1,000 NIPSCO customers are currently without power in southern Kosciusko County. The NIPSCO website shows multiple outages in Kosciusko County, including the areas of Claypool and Burket. A phone call to NIPSCO’s customer service line states that Silver …read more.

Press Release WABASH — The Wabash County Health Department reported the county’s first COVID-19 death on Tuesday, April 21. According to data on the Indiana State Department of Health website, as of April 20, Wabash County has 10 positive cases. In total, there have been 105 total tests administered in the county. No further details …read more.

By Kory Betts InkFreeNews LARWILL — The Whitko Community Schools Board of Trustees approved a statement defining participation for graduation requirements at Whitko Jr./Sr. High School, April 20. The school board of trustees along with school administrators conducted business via Zoom. The statement was brought before the board by Whitko Jr./Sr. High School Principal Jake …read more.

Press Release AKRON — Tippecanoe Valley High School have announced the valedictorian and salutatorian for the 2019-20 school year. Kirstyn Yoder has been named TVHS valedictorian. Yoder is the daughter of Christopher and Tracy Yoder. She plans to attend Purdue University with a double major in actuarial science and statistics and a minor in business …read more.

By Dan Spalding InkFreeNews WARSAW – Warsaw City Council moved swiftly Monday night to establish a no-interest loan program for small businesses in the city  that have been crippled by the pandemic. After debating the parameters of the plan, council voted at its April 20 meeting to work with Kosciusko County Economic Development Corporation and …read more.

News Release INDIANAPOLIS — The US Postal Service honors the 50th anniversary of Earth Day by putting its own stamp on raising awareness of our environment and the communities in which we live and serve. The new Earth Day Forever stamp marks five decades of Americans coming together to celebrate the importance of protecting the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — More Kosciusko County residents read Ink Free News than any other news source. Turn to InkFreeNews.com to get the story that is fresh, fast and accurate. With well over a MILLION page views, we can also help generate customers and sales for your business. For advertising, call Kip Schumm. (574) 658-4111, ext. …read more.

By Sarah Wright InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — On Monday, April 20, cars wrapped around the block of Main, Harrison and Pearl streets and SR 13 before being shuffled six at a time into the alley alongside Huntington Street Bar & Grill to receive free meals. The business was the latest location in Syracuse to offer them …read more.

Pictured, from left, are Corporation Treasurer Jessica McFarland, School Board President Aaron Zolman and Superintendent Blaine Conley during the live-streamed meeting. By Maggie Kenworthy InkFreeNews AKRON — The monthly Tippecanoe Valley School Board meeting was held virtually via a Facebook Live video Monday night, April 20. The board heard a report from Lori Tilden-Geiger, director …read more.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — Several local businesses partnered together and volunteered to provide 200 free meals of chicken and rice to those affected by COVID-19 in Warsaw. A line of vehicles circled around Cardoso Café, 803 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw, at the beginning of meal distribution on Monday, April 20. The restaurant serves …read more.

News release ROCHESTER — A recent investigation by the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office led to the arrest of a Fulton County Jail Correctional Officer. Bryce Mosee, 23, Rochester, was arrested Monday, April 20, on preliminary charges of official misconduct and obstruction of justice, both level 6 felonies and assisting a criminal, a class A misdemeanor. …read more.

By Kory Betts InkFreeNews WARSAW — A man and woman face charges in a case involving drugs, domestic battery on a minor and neglect of a dependent. Kristina Nicole Carroll, 27, 714 N. Cook St., Warsaw; and Jason Collins, 31, 714 N. Cook St., Warsaw, face charges of domestic battery to a person less than …read more.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WINONA LAKE — A Winona Lake-based media and content creation company is helping out local restaurants and businesses by offering in-kind video services during the pandemic. Clear Vision Media, 801 E. Canal St., Winona Lake, was started in 2015. The company has worked with people in northern Indiana, Michigan and Florida …read more.

Press Release MENTONE — The Food Bank Of Northern Indiana in cooperation with The Salvation Army of Kosciusko County will distribute food boxes to families in need from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, April 22 at Mentone Elementary School. The school is at 301 East Jackson St, Mentone. The truck and volunteers will be at …read more.

Staff Report INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana recorded 505 new positive cases for COVID-19 since Thursday, April 17, the Indiana State Department of Health reported Monday, April 20. The death toll climbed by seven since April 15, the state said. Meanwhile, Kosciusko County has seen its number of positive cases for COVID-19 remain at 22 since April …read more.

WARSAW – Crossroads Bank made a $10,000 donation to the Kosciusko County Community Foundation’s Board Rapid Response Fund in order to help respond to community needs as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Using the Board Rapid Response Fund, the Community Foundation is providing grants to local agencies serving the emergency needs of Kosciusko County …read more.

News Release WARSAW – Warsaw Police are seeking help from the public in identifying the individual in the picture above. He is a suspect in a theft at a local business on February 7. Anyone who can recognize the man is asked to send a private message to Warsaw Police Facebook Page or call the …read more.

Journal and Carrier WEST LAFAYETTE – Zach Church, finishing his senior year from home in Michigan, some 325 miles from the West Lafayette campus, was leaving it to his attorneys last week to parse details of a class action lawsuit bearing his name, filed in the wake of the virtual shut down of Purdue University …read more.

News Release ROCHESTER — The condition of an unidentified person at a Fort Wayne hospital is unknown following a shooting near Rochester Sunday evening, April 19. Fulton County 911 received a call at approximately 6:24 p.m. Sunday of a shooting that had occurred in the 1000 block of CR 400E, Rochester. At that time, dispatchers …read more.

By Dan Spalding InkFreeNews WARSAW – It looks like the first half of the week in Kosciusko County will be more pleasant than the second half, according to the National Weather Service. Monday, April 20, will be mostly sunny with a high of 59. The overnight low will fall to 37. Tuesday will be mostly …read more.

News Release ALBION – The Noble County Health Department announced over the weekend that four deaths related to COVID-19 have been reported at the Sacred Heart Home in Avilla, a long-term care facility in Noble County. Dr. Terry Gaff, Noble County Health Officer, wishes to express the extreme sadness and sympathy we all have for …read more.

MILFORD — The distribution of free dinners and food items continues to be provided to those in need in Milford and Syracuse. Milford Food Bank will once again host a public food giveaway from 2-4 p.m. Wednesday, April 22, at the food bank location, 111 S. James St., Milford. Those who plan to participate in this event are …read more.

By Tim Ashley InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — Due to COVID-19 and the stay at home order now in effect until May 1, the Wawasee Community School Corporation board of trustees regular meeting scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 21, has been cancelled. An update of WCSC activities will be forwarded to media outlets Tuesday, April 21. …read more.

Press Release NORTH WEBSTER — Although the North Webster Community Public Library building is closed for the health and safety of the community, the library continues to offer many online services through its website at www.nweb.lib.in.us. Patrons can use their Evergreen library card to download e-books and audiobooks onto their computer or mobile device by clicking …read more.

Staff Report WARSAW – Who wants popcorn? Apparently plenty of people in Warsaw. North Pointe Cinemas, closed temporarily by the coronavirus pandemic, posted an offer on it’s Facebook page to sell large containers of popcorn for $5. The turnout felt like a blockbuster release as a long line of motorists lined up outside the theater …read more.

By Kory Betts InkFreeNews WARSAW — There’s a saying, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” Imagine that lemon is a worldwide pandemic. Newlywed couple Alyssa and Oliver Jarrett faced a dilemma after their original wedding plans were ruined by the national health emergency. When plans for a big wedding, reception and a Tennessee honeymoon fell …read more.

By Phoebe Muthart InkFreeNews NORTH WEBSTER —  The North Webster community hosted a free Italian meal giveaway Saturday, April 18, outside Milestones Early Education Center in North Webster. Cleverly called “Milestones Mama Mia,” the curbside spaghetti dinner was for intended for families in need. Cars started lining up before 5 p.m. so volunteers started distributing …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw Community High School announced Saturday the hiring of Matt Moore as the next boys basketball head coach.

Press Release WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools recently announced the retirement of Lincoln Elementary School Principal Cathy Snyder. The longtime principal informed her staff she will be retiring at the end of the 2019-20 school year. Snyder attended Indiana University in South Bend while she worked at McDonald’s to pay her tuition. At McDonald’s, she …read more.

Press Release WARSAW — Local businesses are coming together to provide 200 free meals to those in need. The 200 free meals with chicken and rice will be handed out at 3:30 p.m. Monday, April 20 at Cardoso Cafe, 803 South Buffalo St., Warsaw, according to a post on the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce Facebook page. …read more.

  By Dan Spalding InkFreeNews WARSAW – As mayors often do, Joe Thallemer met with the local Rotary Club on Friday. But like much of what he’s been doing during the national health emergency, he did it online with Zoom from his office at City Hall where a skeletal crew of about four continue to …read more.

Organizers preparing for a forum featuring four candidates running for Superior Court 3 judge have announced a new date and an expanded format. The forum was originally scheduled for April 22; however, due to the COVID-19 crisis, the event has now been rescheduled for 6 p.m. May 15. Exactly where remains to be decided. The …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS —  Americans’ opinion of the U.S. Postal Service remains highly positive, according to the results of a new survey. The Pew Research Center survey released April 9 shows an overwhelming 91 percent of respondents have a favorable view of USPS, higher than any other federal agency. Pew Research Center conducted the poll March 24-29, …read more.

  By Lasca Randels InkFreeNews WARSAW—Two local men are taking steps to help keep our community safe during the COVID-29 pandemic.  Scott Michael Clay and David Barfell, both of Warsaw, have started a fundraising campaign to purchase KN95 masks that will be distributed to essential workers and to the general public at different locations around …read more.

Press Release WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools has posted all information for its annual kindergarten round-up on the district website at warsawschools.org. The website’s frequently asked questions (FAQ) link has a page titled Kindergarten Class of 2033 with information for parents on the registration process and contains links to necessary documents and forms. The enrollment …read more.

Please Share *Sound On* IMPD Officer Breann Leath End of Watch Posted by Ron Shelnutt on Friday, April 17, 2020   INDIANAPOLIS  — The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department has released a heartbreaking tribute to fallen Officer Breann Leath. Officer Leath, 24, died earlier this week after being shot while responding to a domestic battery call. She …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The distribution of free dinners and food items continues to be provided to those in need in Milford, North Webster, Syracuse and Ligonier. Free meals for families in need will be distributed from 5-7 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at Milestones Early Education Center, 111 S. Harrison St., North Webster. “Milestones Mama Mia!!” …read more.

SYRACUSE — The last day of school for students in the Wawasee Community School Corporation will be Thursday, May 21, according to a letter WCSC Superintendent Tom Edington sent to parents today, Friday, April 17. The letter also announces the high school administration is still working on a plan for what graduation will look like …read more.

By Kory Betts InkFreeNews INDIANAPOLIS — Gov. Eric Holcomb extended his stay-at-home order for the State of Indiana until Friday, May 1. The stay at home order was originally set to expire at 11:59 p.m. Monday, April 20. Holcomb said tweaks to the stay at home may be announced on Monday. The extension is a …read more.

Press Release LEESBURG — Tippecanoe Lake Country Club recently announced the opening of a new pool complex and eatery at its establishment. The new facilities being added to the Leesburg Country Club will be available beginning in the late spring or early summer. The new outdoor pool will feature a zero-entry end with water features, …read more.

Press Release INDIANAPOLIS — The Kroger Family of Companies recently announced the acceptance of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for pickup. The low-contact, convenient service allows customers to shop online for groceries on kroger.com or the Kroger app and pick up their order curbside at a nearby Kroger store. Kroger operates the Owen’s store …read more.

By Maggie Kenworthy InkFreeNews AKRON — The monthly Tippecanoe Valley School Board work session was live-streamed on Facebook from the administration office Thursday night, April 16. The main item of business discussed was the grading policy regarding the high school’s graduating class.  TVHS Principal Brandon Kresca told the board that most of the school’s procedures …read more.

By Dan Spalding InkFreeNews WARSAW – Alyssa Seaver and Oliver Jarrett probably never thought their wedding plans could be ruined by a pandemic.  Or that the ceremony would end up being broadcast on a jumbotron. But that’s the circumstances the young couple is facing ahead of Saturday’s wedding in Warsaw. Big plans for a reception …read more.

By Kory Betts InkFreeNews INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Department of Health reported 642 new positive cases of coronavirus. The new cases reported to the ISDH occurred between April 14 and April 16. The total number of positive cases is 10,154 as of 11:59 p.m. Thursday, April 16. Total deaths in the state were reported at …read more.

By Tim Ashley InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — Like many other teachers, Nate O’Connell is dealing with the reality digital learning has become the norm for now, especially since Gov. Eric Holcomb ordered all school buildings to be closed for the duration of the school year. O’Connell, a 1997 graduate of Warsaw Community High School, teaches math …read more.

By Kory Betts InkFreeNews MILFORD — A man faces multiple charges after allegedly fleeing the scene of an accident. Jonathan Kent Quillen, 34, 1495 East Dove Ln., Milford, was charged with two counts of intimidation with a deadly weapon, a level 5 felony; resisting law enforcement, a class A misdemeanor; possession of marijuana, a class …read more.

By Kory Betts InkFreeNews WARSAW — Snow on Friday leads to chances of sunshine Saturday and rain on Sunday. Today, Friday, April 17, includes a lingering chance of snow before 3 p.m. Some snow is expected to turn into rain before 5 p.m. Total daytime accumulation of two to four inches is possible. The high …read more.

WARSAW — A Claypool man will serve three years in prison pending his approval for work release after battering a child and woman. Cameron Don Beliles, 24, 206 E. Section St., Claypool, was charged with domestic battery with bodily injury to a person under the age of 14, a level 5 felony; and domestic battery …read more.

AKRON — Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation is currently starting its pre-registration enrollment period for the 2020-21 school year. Parents can enroll children who will be age five by Oct. 1 into TVSC’s kindergarten program. Pre-registration is available at the following links for Akron Elementary School and Mentone Elementary School.

By Jeff Burbrink Purdue Extension Elkhart County GOSHEN — Spruces all over the Midwest are going through a decline. There is not a whole lot we can do about it.  While beautiful in shape, color and texture, spruces are not native to our region, and that plays a role in their demise. Affected spruce often …read more.

Below is a graphic shared by the National Weather Service Thursday afternoon, April 17.

By Sarah Wright InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — What started as a unique way to recognize local 2020 graduates who have had major milestones derailed by COVID-19 has ballooned to include students from all over northern and central Indiana. Travis Davidson, owner of Davidson Auto Deals in Syracuse, has been blown away by how quickly the public …read more.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — Distilleries throughout the United States have moved from making spirits to sanitizer amidst the virus pandemic. A local distillery is following suit through giving back to the community by making hand sanitizer and donating it to organizations in need. Streven Distilling Company, connected to the Instru-Med building on North Detroit …read more.

By Lasca Randels InkFreeNews WARSAW — A Warsaw man was sentenced to seven years in prison on drug-related charges in two separate cases. Daniel Granados Gonzalez, 21, 1202 Wooster Road, No. 51, Warsaw, appeared in Kosciusko Circuit Court Thursday, April 16, and pleaded guilty to dealing cocaine, a level 4 felony; and possession of cocaine, …read more.

By David Hazledine InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — April is the time area residents begin their outdoor projects. For many, it is simply a matter of keeping the lawn mowed. Whatever the size of the project, many rely on landscaping companies, particularly businesses and seasonal residents. And so it is this year, only with a few changes …read more.

News Release WASHINGTON– US Sen. Todd Young (R-Ind.) today announced he has been selected by President Donald Trump to serve on his bipartisan Congressional Economic Task Force. The task force will provide counsel to the President on the re-opening of America in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.  Young’s office announced the appointment.  “American families, …read more.

By Martha Stoelting InkFreeNews NORTH WEBSTER — Tippecanoe Township Advisory Board met with Chris Francis, township trustee, and Jeremy Likens, fire chief, at its regular monthly meeting Wednesday, April 15, at the Tippecanoe Township Building, North Webster. Social distancing was observed. The main order of business was the hearing on the cumulative capital development fund …read more.

WEST LAFAYETTE — Due to the continued spread of COVID-19 and the important need to slow this spread, this week Purdue University and Purdue Extension announced the decision to extend the existing ban on face-to-face events through June 30. A decision regarding July events will be made on May 15. The decision conforms with federal …read more.

By Kory Betts InkFreeNews INDIANAPOLIS — New deaths from coronavirus were reported at 41 according to the latest data from the Indiana State Department of Health. The number of deaths in the state now total 477. Marion County has the highest amount at 164 deaths. Lake County has 41. Kosciusko County has 21 total positive cases. …read more.

WARSAW  – Combined Community Services has received a $3,000 donation from Horizon Bank to help those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.  This contribution will assist CCS with its mission to provide comfort, hope and resources to neighbors in need, according to a news release from CCS. “I am proud to work for an organization that …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS –The Hoosier Lottery and the multi-state lottery consortiums that oversee the Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots are feeling the economic effects of the pandemic, both in sales and jackpots. The Indiana lottery has changed its minimum jackpots on Hoosier Lotto to $100,000. Prior to last weekend, the prize would increase between $200,000 and $300,000 …read more.

WARSAW – Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office announced three promotions Wednesday. The three are: Joel Popenfoose promoted to Patrol Sergeant Warsaw native Joel Popenfoose began his career with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office as a reserve deputy sheriff in 2011. Two years later, Sgt. Popenfoose was promoted to merit deputy. In addition to patrol functions, Sgt. …read more.

WARSAW —  Brace yourself – there’s a chance of accumulating snow Friday morning in Kosciusko County. A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service office in Northern Indiana that is in effect from 2 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, April 17.  Snow accumulations of between 3-5 inches are expected throughout portions …read more.

WARSAW – Sounds of optimism were voiced Wednesday by Kosciusko County’s top health official over efforts to slow the spread of coronavirus. County Health Officer Dr. William Remington said Wednesday, April 15, during a news conference at Warsaw City Hall that the peak is still two or three weeks away and compared it to being …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Up to date on its technology, the board of directors of the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce meet via Zoom online for its Monday, April 13, meeting. A majority of the board was present. On the agenda was the Dixie Day Festival, chamber projects to unite the community and how to help local businesses during the pandemic.

MILFORD — The Wawasee area hosted two food distributions on Wednesday, April 15,  for those who need some assistance as the state continues to be shutdown due to the coronavirus. In the midst of a mid-April snow squall, the first food distribution was held at Wawasee High School Wednesday morning. The distribution is part of …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Town Council held a meeting Wednesday, April 15, in the town hall annex. It featured social distancing. All participants sat at least 6 feet apart and hand sanitizer was available to use due to the restrictions in place because of the novel coronavirus pandemic. The main orders of business were …read more.

AKRON — Beginning Monday, April 20, the meal site at Tippecanoe Valley High School will be closed. Meals will be moved to other meal pick up sites, said a news release from the Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation. Grab and go lunches (with breakfast for the following day) can be picked up at the following locations and …read more.

WARSAW — A Mentone man is facing charges after he allegedly stabbed another man’s hand.  Vincent Michael Carnegie, 30, 4961 S. Mallard Road, Mentone, is charged with domestic battery with a deadly weapon, a level 5 felony; and domestic battery with moderate bodily injury, a level 6 felony.  According to the affidavit of probable cause, …read more.

WARSAW —  The Kroger Co., America’s largest supermarket, and the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union (UFCW), America’s largest food and retail union, issued a joint statement calling on federal and state government to take swift action to designate associates at grocery stores as “extended first responders” or “emergency personnel.” The statement follows both …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Health Department reported 20 total positive cases of coronavirus as of Wednesday afternoon, April 15. The number of deaths in the county remains at one. At least eight have recovered, according to the KCHD. The Indiana State Department of Health reported 440 new positive cases of coronavirus. All results for …read more.

CLAYPOOL — For someone who “just loves to be busy,” Janet Warren was content Thursday, April 9, to stay quarantined at her Claypool home and watch the parade thrown in her honor. Her family members and friends assembled a festive vehicular caravan to celebrate her 88th birthday and slowly rolled past her house, balloons dancing …read more.

MILFORD — The agriculture industry is undergoing a severe pummeling by the coronavirus shutdown, but some area farmers are keeping a gritty but hopeful outlook. Milford hog farmer Sam Beer’s operation has taken a hit through no fault of his own. The shutdown “has affected the demand” for pork, he said, “because people are not …read more.

WINONA LAKE — A man faces multiple charges following an alleged domestic incident. Larry Duane Potts, 39, 1202 Wooster Rd. Lot 13, Winona Lake, was charged with domestic battery with a child under 16 present, a level 6 felony; battery with moderate bodily injury, a level 6 felony; two counts of intimidation, a level 6 felony; …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY – Whitko High School has announced its 2020 valedictorian and salutatorian. The valedictorian is Katherine Marie Ousley, the daughter of Henry and Rebekah Ousley, Claypool. Katherine will be attending Grace College next year and major in accounting. Her activities included National Honor Society, Student Council, Students Against Destructive Decisions, Gospel Choir, Volleyball, Basketball, …read more.

WARSAW — A man faces multiple charges following an alleged domestic battery incident involving a minor and a pregnant woman. Christopher John Courtois, 28, 1710 Latta St., Warsaw, was charged with domestic battery to a pregnant woman, a level 5 felony; domestic battery with a child under 16 present, a level 6 felony; and invasion of …read more.

WARSAW — A man faces theft charges involving a vehicle. Quincy Akeem Jenkins, 26, Indianapolis, was charged with theft, a level 6 felony; theft, a class A misdemeanor; and sentence enhancement theft, a level 6 felony. On Jan. 24, a Warsaw Police officer received a report of a stolen vehicle from an undisclosed address. A …read more.

Pastors and church-goers had a non-traditional Easter Day service in North Manchester Sunday. Retired pastor Russ Reahard, president of the Fellowship of Churches, is shown here with local pastors of the North Manchester Community at the Easter Sunday Drive-in Service. There were 92 cars with about 230 people in attendance. The Fellowship of Churches sponsors …read more.

WARSAW —  Wildman Business Group, a linen supply business located in Warsaw, recently laid off 48 employees due to the pandemic. The layoffs are expected to be temporary. The company notified the Indiana Department of Workforce Development regarding the layoffs. A letter written by Audrey Russell, director of human resources at Wildman Business Group, points …read more.

AVILLA — The Noble County Health Department confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported at the Sacred Heart Home long-term care facility in Noble County, including the first death in the county. “We know that people older than 60 with underlying health conditions are most at risk during this pandemic,” said Dr. …read more.

NAPPANEE — NorthWood High School senior Kylee Gall has been awarded a Steven C. Beering scholarship from Purdue University. The scholarship covers tuition, room and board for one bachelor’s degree, one master’s degree and one doctoral degree at Purdue or medical school through Indiana University. The scholarship also includes funding for a study abroad experience. …read more.

WARSAW – Turns out, the city’s effort a few years ago to build out an extensive list of online services, including livestreaming public meetings, is coming in handy during the pandemic. A few thousand people viewed the city’s broadcast of last week’s local news conference concerning COVID-19, and a city spokesperson said they are seeing more …read more.

MENTONE — After much research and investigation and through the council of Ed Rock Kosciusko County Emergency, Management Director, the Mentone Chamber of Commerce regrets to announce the cancellation of the Egg Festival for 2020. Due to the COVID-19 virus and the uncertainty of when the crowd banning will be over, we have no choice …read more.

WARSAW — A local fitness studio is offering free online classes while Gov. Eric Holcomb’s stay-at-home order is in place. Giverny Fitness Studio, at 207 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw, currently has nine trainers who are instructing a wide variety of classes such as yoga, body sculpt, low impact Zumba and Ki-Hara resistance stretching. The free …read more.

PINE VILLAGE — A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared for a man from Pine Village. The Warren County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the disappearance of Gary L. Heinold, a 79-year-old white man who is 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighs 170 pounds. He has gray hair and brown eyes. He was last seen …read more.

PIERCETON — A man who allegedly fled an off-road vehicle accident that resulted in a fatality faces charges related to the crash. Joel Russell Zehner, 39, 416 EMS R4 Ln., Pierceton, was charged with failure to stop after an accident causing death, a level 3 felony; and operating a vehicle while intoxicated causing death, a level …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A new interactive online map highlighting local water quality conservation successes has been launched. The map, which was published by The Watershed Foundation, showcases many of the agricultural and shoreline projects that have been completed with TWF’s support in recent years. The new site, www.HealthySoilsCleanWater.org, features information about these projects, including the …read more.

WARSAW — Commissioners approved a resolution regarding vacation extension and leave bank availability for county employees at the Kosciusko County Commissioners meeting Tuesday, April 14. County Auditor Michelle Puckett said in the last two weeks there have been issues when processing payroll in trying to keep an eye on how earned comp time is used.  …read more.

By Darla McCammon I have heard many sources call this Pandemic a “war.” Our country has always responded well when under attack and this virus is no exception.  It has become the enemy.  It is uplifting to see the different ways we are coping and helping.  Similarities exist in things like food concerns and deliveries …read more.

WARSAW — Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts announced this year’s Summer Youth Camp lineup. The camps run from five to 11 days. All camps take place at The Wagon Wheel Theater, 2515 East. Center St., Warsaw. For more information on each camp, call (574) 267-8041. To sign up, email [email protected]. Camp programs are organized …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — 46,017 tests for COVID-19 have been administered throughout Indiana. All data is from the Indiana State Department of Health COVID-19 dashboard. All information reflects reports as of 11:59 p.m. Monday, April 13. The dashboard is updated daily at noon. New positive cases, deaths and administered tests have occurred over a range of dates …read more.

WARSAW – GoToMeeting and the city’s livestream service were used in combination Monday when the city’s redevelopment commission met remotely. Warsaw Redevelopment board members tuned in through GoToMeeting and a screen displayed their images in the council chambers where City Planner Jeremy Skinner and Board Secretary Kim Arnold were seated and seen on the city’s …read more.

WINONA LAKE – The annual Northern Indiana Lakes Festival will not go on as planned. Instead, some of the events will be featured later this year, according to a statement on the group’s Facebook page. The festival had been scheduled for May 22-23 in Warsaw. “Due to COVID-19’s unpredictability, the Lakes Festival has been cancelled …read more.

  WARSAW — With restrictions in place at the Kosciusko County Jail due to the COVID-19 pandemic, classes involving the Jail Chemical Addiction Program (JCAP) have, for the most part, been put on hold. Weekly individual counseling sessions and SMART Recovery classes are the exceptions, said  JCAP Coordinator Courtney Jenkins. “Quality Correctional Care provides the …read more.

SYRACUSE — Turkey Creek fire and township boards did not convene for their scheduled Monday, April 13, meeting, but Fire Chief Mickey Scott still submitted his monthly report by email. In his March report, Scott noted: • The department’s new ambulance was received Friday, March 20, three days before the factory shut down until further …read more.

SYRACUSE — A Syracuse man was recently arrested after strangling and hitting a woman. Robert William Russell III, 24, 1014 N. Harrison St., Syracuse, is charged with strangulation and domestic battery resulting in moderate bodily injury, both level 6 felonies; and theft, a class A misdemeanor. On Oct. 19, 2019, a Syracuse Police officer went …read more.