WARSAW – Zimmer Biomet is slashing wages to offset a slowdown in elective surgeries as a result of the pandemic. In response to the need to contain costs due to the reduction in elective procedures because of COVID-19, Zimmer Biomet’s salaried team members have received temporary salary adjustments,” Monica Kendrick, vice president of external communications, …read more.

WARSAW – Roman Smith has been hired as the new assistant athletic director position for Warsaw Community High School.

CLAYPOOL — A vehicle parade is being held for a nine-year-old Claypool girl who is battling cancer. Payton Slaymaker was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor, also known as a DIPG, in July 2019. Slaymaker will be starting her second round of radiation on April 9. Family members are asking the public to show their …read more.

WARSAW —  Following an outbreak of Coronavirus cases that occurred at a nursing home in Kirkland, Wash., nursing home facilities around the country began bans on visitation. The precautions are being taken because the residents at these facilities are among the most vulnerable.  Early last month, the federal government recommended that family and friends of …read more.

Editor’s note: An earlier version of this story incorrectly said state parks would close. INDIANAPOLIS — Gov. Eric Holcomb announced during a press conference on Monday, April 6, that all Indiana campgrounds are ordered to close in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Holcomb signed an executive order on Monday that addresses several topics, …read more.

WARSAW – Fire crews responded to what turned out to be a minor fire at Tamarack Apartments in Warsaw Monday afternoon. Emergency responders closed off the 700 block of Center Street at Tamarack Street to fight the fire. The closure lasted for about an hour. Initial reports suggested a fire might have started inside a …read more.

WARSAW – Whitley County has recorded its first death from coronavirus. Meanwhile, Kosciusko County’s number of positive cases rose to 14, according to the Kosciusko County Health Department. The death in Whitley was reported by the Whitley County Health Department. The deceased was a man in his late fifties. The Whitley County Health Department said …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Recent Grace College accounting graduates and future certified public accountants Juliana Romano and Caleb Yoder are investing their talent in northeast Indiana and giving back to the region that gave them so much. A large percentage of Grace’s accounting graduates stay in the area. “In my 20 years of experience, approximately one-fifth …read more.

MILFORD — Two organizations in two different Kosciusko County communities will be offering free meals to anyone in need. New Beginnings Preschool and Childcare in Milford will be hosting “Pasta with a Purpose,” beginning at 5 p.m. Thursday, April 9. Board and staff members alike will offer a curbside spaghetti dinner, including garlic bread and …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill announced scammers are putting extra effort into preying upon Hoosiers distracted by the ongoing crisis. Methods include sending fraudulent emails falsely appearing to come from reputable sources, said a news release from the Attorney General’s Office. This practice is known as “phishing.” Two recent examples of such phishing scams …read more.

WARSAW — National Weather Service predicts mostly sunny skies for this workweek but there is a chance of showers late Monday night and Tuesday. Monday afternoon, April 6, will be mostly sunny with a high near 62. Expect a 90% chance showers and thunderstorms Monday night. The low will be around 52. Showers and thunderstorms …read more.

WARSAW – New Life Christian Church and World Outreach is giving back to the community with a donation of $5,000 to Combined Community Services and $5,000 to The Salvation Army of Warsaw. These two organizations continue to serve Kosciusko County during the COVID-19 outbreak.   While CCS has closed the building to the public, they are …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — More than 26,000 tests for COVID-19 have been administered throughout Indiana. The number of deaths increased to 139, as of Monday morning, April 6, according to the Indiana State Department of Health. Total positive cases increased to 4,944. Locally, Kosciusko County has 14 confirmed cases of COVID-19. Fulton County has three positive cases. Whitley …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce recently highlighted just some of the ways businesses in the area are stepping up to help in the fights against COVID-19. The Chamber also created a video featuring prominent community members such as Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce CEO Rob Parker; WCS Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert; Cardinal Services CEO …read more.

SYRACUSE — To the Wawasee community: The past month has been one of constant change for all of us. Wawasee just completed three weeks of eLearning lessons, and we are at the beginning of a spring break through April 12. School schedules have been set for April 13 to May 1. Thank you to parents, …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was recently arrested after battering and strangling a woman. Malachi Hanes Sweeny, 27, 2151 Laurelwood Drive, Warsaw, is charged with domestic battery with a child under 16 present and strangulation, both level 6 felonies; domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor; and domestic battery with a prior conviction, a level 5 …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County and much of Indiana saw the number of unemployment claims in March skyrocket in late March. Kosciusko County saw a huge jump in claims filed for the week ending March 21 with 468 initial claims – a 1,237% increase from last year, according to data from the Indiana Department of Workforce …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — More than 4,000 Hoosiers have tested positive for COVID-19, according to the Indiana Department of Health. The latest posting on the ISDH website shows the number of deaths increased from 101 on Friday morning to 127 on Saturday evening. The number of positive cases in Indiana totals 4,411, up from 3,437 on Friday. …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Council has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 9, to lead by example on the importance of staying at home. Items that were scheduled to be heard at the meeting did not require immediate approval and could be addressed at the next meeting. Even though the council is …read more.

A gravel pit adjacent to their family farm was a useless piece of land. In 2009, Don and Peggy Bucher decided to turn it into a berry farm in spite of recommendations otherwise due to high PH levels in the soil.   Undaunted, the property is now a sustainable three-acre oasis for berries, produce and …read more.

It’s time for the old political question: Is it OK for police officers to endorse those running for political office while in uniform? On that question, most people turn to the Hatch Act, the federal policy that prohibits law enforcement from performing endorsements while in uniform. A handful of people reached out this week to …read more.

ROCHESTER — A Rochester man died after his motorcycle went off a road in Fulton County. At approximately 9:15 p.m. Thursday, April 2, Fulton County 911 received a call of a one-vehicle crash near the residence of 5387 E. CR 250S, Rochester. When Fulton County Sheriff deputies arrived, they found a 2008 Harley Davidson motorcycle …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert released an open letter to the Warsaw community on Friday, April 3. “The 2019-20 school year will go down as one of the most unique in our 175 years of public education in the greater Warsaw community. While our school buildings are physically closed, Warsaw Community …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools has responded to questions raised after the announcement from Governor Eric Holcomb that all schools in Indiana extend the closing of physical buildings. During these challenging times, WCS is committed to communicating updates and the latest news through the FAQs on the district website at warsawschools.org. There are seven specific …read more.

SYRACUSE — The outpouring of support during this pandemic continues in the Syracuse community. The Women of Today sponsored another free meal giveaway on Friday, April 3, with the assistance of The Channel Marker. What began as a food giveaway with 100 meals turned into a total of 222 meals made and given away Friday afternoon. Those who came were given meals of fried chicken, mashed potatoes and green beans from The Channel Marker.

INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric Holcomb announced on Friday, April 3, that Indiana has been granted a federal major disaster declaration, which provides funds to help communities recover from COVID-19. The funding can be used to cover costs of emergency needs including crisis counseling, food programs, temporary shelters, protective equipment, safety resources and personnel. Gov. Holcomb …read more.

WARSAW – City officials are pleading with residents to stay home when possible and stop congregating in public as the number of confirmed cases of coronavirus continues to rise locally. In a news conference Friday morning, April 3, Mayor Joe Thallemer and Police Chief Scott Whitaker both made appeals for public cooperation. With warming temperatures, …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools’ Food and Nutrition Services Department recently announced changes it has made to its meal distribution program. To keep staff and families safe, every Monday, Warsaw Schools will now provide five days of meals (one snack and one lunch) for each child (no adults) up through age 18 in a household. …read more.

NOBLE COUNTY — Noble County’s 2019 payable 2020 tax statements should be sent out no later than April 10, according to Michele Bricker, Noble County Treasurer. Residents will notice the tax bills look different this year and will need to use the appropriate spring or fall coupon when making payments. Persons who are paying for …read more.

MILFORD — It should come as no surprise the COVID-19 pandemic is placing additional burdens on emergency responders. Less widely known is fire departments across the nation were already facing difficulties as a result of falling volunteer rosters and rising equipment costs. The Lakeland area is no exception. In the last 20 years, the numbers …read more.

LEESBURG — At a brief meeting Friday morning, April 3, Leesburg Town Council approved a temporary resolution allowing Leesburg Clerk-Treasurer Michael Searfoss to pay bills without  prior approval from the board. “The document was drafted by our town attorney as directed by the State of Indiana Executive Order 20-09 enacted March 6, 2020,” said Leesburg …read more.

  MILFORD — The Easter coloring contest that annually appears in several of InkFreeNews’s printed sister publications was cancelled this year due to the school closures. However, the Easter basket grand prizes were already constructed and are now available for purchase. There are several still available on a first come-first served basis. Each basket includes …read more.

MILFORD — Following a foot pursuit and search, a man was arrested in Milford and booked into the Kosciusko County Jail early Thursday morning, April 2. Jonathan Kent Quillen, 34, giving an address of 1495 E. Dove Lane, Milford, was booked for intimidation, leaving the scene of a hit and run accident and habitual offender.

The Greater Warsaw Ministerial Association (GWMA) in cooperation with New Life Christian Church and World Outreach will have the “Prayer Wall” at JB’s Furniture, 2101 E Center Street, Warsaw on this weekend. “We want people to come by and put prayer requests on the wall,” Pastor John B Lowe II, Chairman of the event noted. …read more.

SOUTH BEND — The Food Bank of Northern Indiana received a donation of $50,000 in emergency funds from the American Electric Power (AEP) Foundation, on behalf of Indiana Michigan Power to help the local community amid the coronavirus pandemic. “We thank the AEP Foundation and I&M for this generous donation to help provide much-needed resources …read more.

WARSAW — Expect rain showers at the start of this weekend followed by sunny skies near the end, according to the National Weather Service. This afternoon, enjoy partly sunny skies with a high near 65. Friday night will be mostly cloudy with a low around 44. Rain showers are likely Saturday afternoon. The high will …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Manchester University will allow undergraduate students the option of taking a pass/no pass grade in most classes this semester. The option pends approval from a student’s academic advisor said a news release from Manchester University. The faculty Academic Governance Council voted to approve the new grading policy, which is being implemented for …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — More than 100 Hoosiers have died due to COVID-19, according to the Indiana Department of Health. The latest posting on the ISDH website shows the number of deaths increased from 78 on Thursday to 101 on Friday morning. The number of positive cases in Indiana totals 3,437, up from 3,039 on Thursday. The …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS—The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration recently announced that more than 152,000 Indiana households will receive additional Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits when April distributions begin Sunday, April 5. The additional funds are intended to help Hoosiers obtain food and support for their families while Indiana responds to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a …read more.

WARSAW — At J.B.’s, the health and safety of our community is our first concern during this season of quarantine. Therefore we are following the guidelines put forth by the Governor, and our leader ship in the medical communities, and remaining present on a limited basis, but closed for normal business, until we can get …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS —  Forty high school seniors from throughout Indiana have been named 2020 Indiana Academic All-Stars, a program of the Indiana Association of School Principals. In addition, 50 other students were recognized as Academic All-Star Regional Honorees, said a news release from the IASP. Quintin Allen, a senior at Tippecanoe Valley High School in Akron …read more.

NEW PARIS — In what amounts to a mega-merger of local auction talent, a new partnership has been formed to lead Polk Auction Company, US 6 and SR 15, New Paris. Jason Hahn, Nappanee, and Brian Wuthrich, Milford, both auctioneers with Hahn Auctioneers Inc., are joining longtime owner Jeff Polk to manage the operations at …read more.

One of the horses seized from a property in Noble County. Photo provided. ALBION —  A man and woman are facing charges following the seizure of six horses from a property in Albion.  The six horses have been taken to the non-profit Shadarobah Horse Rescue.  Amanda Lee Philo-Clark and Jeremy Clark are each charged with …read more.

WARSAW — Area residents sent a loud signal of support to workers at Kosciusko Community Hospital Thursday night, April 2 as health care workers battle the COVID-19 pandemic. The parking lot at Kosciusko Community Hospital was filled with vehicles Thursday night as part of a public rally, “Shining Lights on Healthcare Help,” led by Pastor …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Grace’s men’s soccer program is extending its marathon fundraiser to a week-long excursion.

PIERCETON — Human remains were reportedly found in Washington Township near Pierceton, Thursday afternoon, April 2, according to the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office. Shortly after 3 p.m., the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office 911 Communication Center received a call regarding potential human remains located on a property west of SR13, south of Old Road 30, said …read more.

WARSAW – The final burger and milkshake have been served at the longtime popular Luncheonette on Center Street in Warsaw. Like all eat-in eateries, the Luncheonette at 1775 E. Center St. – formerly known as Zale Drugs – closed to sit-down customers on March 16 to adhere to a directive from Indiana’s governor in an …read more.

WARSAW — The Food Bank of Northern Indiana will conduct a bonus distribution through a Mobile Food Pantry from 10 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, April 7 at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds (front parking lot), 1400 E Smith St., Warsaw. This will be a drive-thru distribution of pre-boxed items, said a news release from the Food …read more.

WARSAW — In light of Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb’s press release and executive order on Thursday, April 2, Warsaw Community Schools will extend the closing of physical school buildings through the end of the 2019-20 school year. As previously messaged, Warsaw Schools and active student learning continues to stay open through eLearning lessons, meeting the …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The IHSAA made it official Thursday afternoon in cancelling the 2020 spring sports season.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Strong is a fitting motto for this community as for the third time in a week, free meals will be offered to those in need. This event is due to the generosity of a local organization. Women of Today and The Channel Marker, 5793 E. Pickwick Road, have joined together to offer …read more.

WARSAW – Kosciusko County’s number of positive cases for COVID has risen from 5 to 8 in a one-day span. The total released Wednesday was five. In the past, the county has been releasing the number of tests being collected in the county, but Kosciusko County Health Officer William Remington said Wednesday that they decided …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS —Indiana Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Jennifer McCormick has announced that all K-12 schools will have to deliver remote instruction for the remainder of the school year. The announcement was made Thursday, April 2, during Gov. Eric Holcomb’s press briefing on the virus outbreak. For K-12 education, schools must complete 160 total instructional days …read more.

PIERCETON — The Whitko School Corporation has hit a groove with its free meal delivery service for students. Last month, Whitko, like other school corporations across the state, closed its doors to students shortly after the COVID-19 crisis was declared a pandemic. Also like other schools, Whitko sought to find a way to provide meals …read more.

WARSAW — Two people from Warsaw face drug charges after providing two minors with marijuana. Jaclyn Marie Warren and Brandon L. Warren, both of 302 N. Bronson St., Warsaw, are each charged with possession of methamphetamine and neglect of a dependent, both level 6 felonies; possession of marijuana, a class B misdemeanor; and possession of …read more.

SYRACUSE — Vehicles stretched along SR 13 and Bowser Road well past Burger King Wednesday, April 1, to receive free meals at Chubbies Pub-N-Grub. While serving time began at 4 p.m., 10 vehicles had already lined up by 3 p.m. “Sleepy Owl did something similar,” Angie Racolta, real estate agent and broker with The RGroup, …read more.

WARSAW — In order to combat the loneliness that can come from being at home, keep people active and continue to connect with the community, the Kosciusko County YMCA has started livestreaming workouts.

INDIANAPOLIS — More than 16,200 people have been tested for COVID-19 in Indiana as of Thursday, April 2, according to the Indiana Department of Health. The latest posting on the ISDH website shows the number of deaths increased from 65 on Wednesday to 78 on Thursday morning. The number of positive cases in Indiana totals …read more.

WINONA LAKE – The collegiate sports shutdown didn’t just halt Grace track and field, but closed the window on what was trending to be an historic season for the Lancers.

SOUTH BEND — The Fischoff National Chamber Music Association announced its 47th Annual Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition will take place virtually. The competition will use its full panel of jurors for Junior and Senior Strings and Winds Divisions. The results will be announced online May 8-9, the original dates of the competition, which is …read more.

The Mentone Town Council embraced social distancing measures at its meeting, Wednesday, April 1. From left: Councilmember Tim Croy, Council President Jill Gross, Councilmember Shelly Krueger and Town Attorney Andrew Grossnickle. InkFreeNews photo by Kory Betts. MENTONE — The Mentone Town Council announced two upcoming Easter-related activities in the town. Due to the COVID-19 health …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Grace College is nearly a third of the way toward its fundraising goal in its men’s soccer running event.

WARSAW — Want to show your support for healthcare workers who are on the frontlines of a pandemic? There’s a chance Thursday night, April 2, when a group hosts “Shining Lights on Healthcare Help” at the Kosciusko Community Hospital’s north parking lot at 8 p.m. Thursday, April 2. Participants are asked to drive into the …read more.

SYRACUSE — In-person schooling may have been scrubbed, but teachers in the Wawasee Community School Corporation aren’t letting that stop them from connecting with and supporting students, and many are stretching beyond the eLearning tool Seesaw to do so. North Webster Elementary compiled a video — available on its Facebook page — with each staff …read more.

WARSAW – Kosciusko County’s Health Department is being inundated with phone calls and emails from people with concerns and questions about coronavirus. Health Administrator Bob Weaver said they’ve been getting about a hundred calls a day on top of about 200 emails. The virus-related calls are various. Why does an entire family go to pick …read more.

WARSAW — A Chicago woman received a suspended sentence and will have to pay more than $7,000 in restitution after attempting to fraudulently purchase ATVs from Kerlin Motorsports in Warsaw. Jla Kapri Cooper, 23, Chicago, Ill., was charged with attempted theft, a level 6 felony. Corrupt business influence and forgery charges were dismissed as part …read more.

SYRACUSE — Evan Coblentz has been named valedictorian and Michael Hammer salutatorian for the Wawasee High School Class of 2020. Evan is the son of Allen and Mindy Coblentz of North Webster. Evan plans to attend Purdue University and major in animal science with a pre-veterinary concentration. He has been active in FFA, serving on …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Gov. Eric Holcomb unveiled the #INthistogether social media campaign during a briefing from the statehouse Wednesday afternoon, April 1. The intent of the campaign drives home the importance of social distancing. The campaign launches ahead of the state’s anticipated surge in positive cases of COVID-19. The campaign features prominent figures in the state …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Kroger Family of Companies recently announced that it will provide all hourly frontline grocery, supply chain, manufacturing, pharmacy and call center associates with a Hero Bonus — a $2 premium above their standard base rate of pay, applied to hours worked from March 29 through April 18. The premium will be disbursed …read more.

WEST LAFAYETTE — When Indiana farmers take to the fields later this spring, it appears they have plans to plant a lot more corn. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued its 2020 Prospective Plantings report, an early-season estimate of how many acres of major crops will be planted across the U.S. this year. The …read more.

MILFORD — The lone driver of a Chevrolet 2500HD 4×4 truck sustained what appeared to be minor injuries after his truck went off CR 300E and into Hammond Ditch, east of Milford. The accident was reported around 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 1. The investigating Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputy reported it appeared the male driver was …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana announced two new resources to serve girls and the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. While in-person activities and events, including Girl Scout Cookie booths, have been suspended, people can still support the largest investment in girls annually through Girl Scouts Cookie Care, which lets shoppers order and …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb signed two executive orders to aid in the fight against COVID-19. Executive order 20-14 extends the requirements for bars, nightclubs and restaurants to stay closed to dine-in patrons until April 6 at 11:59 p.m. They may continue to provide take-out and delivery services, said a news release from Holcomb’s …read more.

ROCHESTER — Brandy Bilby, 38, Rochester is in stable condition following a one-vehicle crash near 4266 Fort Wayne Road, Rochester, Monday, March 30. Fulton County 911 received a call at approximately 8:35 p.m. Monday of a one-vehicle crash, with entrapment, near the Fort Wayne Road residence. When Fulton County Sheriff Deputies arrived they found a …read more.

MONTICELLO – A little less than two months after Indiana Beach abruptly closed, White County and Monticello are still looking to for the right buyer of the amusement park. In a special meeting Tuesday March 31, — first in executive session, closed to the public, then a second one open to the public through multiple live-streaming …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Gov. Eric Holcomb on Tuesday signed an executive order and detailed Indiana’s plan for the anticipated spike in COVID-19 cases. “We see a surge coming and we’re calling in the reinforcements, bolstering Indiana’s capacity to provide additional health care services during this emergency,” Holcomb said. “By eliminating licensing barriers and tapping in to …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — More than 14,000 Hoosiers have been tested for COVID-19 according to the daily data released by the Indiana State Department of Health. Of those, the ISDH reported 2,565 positive cases of COVID-19. As of 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, 65 people have died after they contracted the virus, according to the ISDH website. The …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman faces charges following an alleged incident of domestic violence in the presence of a minor. Vianca Tamara Cruz Colon, 26, 313 Kinney Drive, Warsaw, is charged with domestic battery with a child under 16 present, a level 6 felony; and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor.  According to the affidavit …read more.

WARSAW — At J.B.’s, the health and safety of our community is our first concern during this season of quarantine. Therefore we are following the guidelines put forth by the Governor, and our leader ship in the medical communities, and remaining present on a limited basis, but closed for normal business, until we can get …read more.

GOSHEN — Elkhart County has recorded its first death from the COVID-19 virus. The Indiana State Department of Health posted the death Tuesday morning as one of its totals for the state. No details about the death were released. SOURCE: Goshen News

ANDERSON — Continued closures and disruptions in supply chains may mean steep price increases in the coming weeks as businesses seek to mitigate the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, according to a Ball State University economist. But those increases likely won’t constitute price gouging, he added. “As an economist, I don’t have a definition for …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College elementary education students partnered with Baker Youth Club for the second academic year to help elementary students learn, exercise, build relationships, and have fun doing it. Although the school year ended sooner than expected, Grace students look forward to reconnecting with students at BYC when school resumes, said a news …read more.

WARSAW — At the Kosciusko County Commissioners meeting held Tuesday, March 31, County Attorney Chad Miner presented a prepared resolution amending the county’s closure policy that was recently proposed.  Miner said the resolution would supersede any prior policy structure addressing the closing of county offices that could extend beyond April 6.  “This resolution would kind …read more.

MICHIGAN CITY — Horizon Bank announced that it is pledging $250,000 in aid for those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Funds will be allocated across several not-for-profit groups who are working to assist affected individuals in the communities we serve in the States of Indiana and Michigan, said a news release from Horizon Bank. “This …read more.

  WARSAW — According to statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau, only about 5 percent of married couples reach their 50th wedding anniversary — and no statistics are available for marriages that make it to 75 years simply because that doesn’t often happen. Joe and Joan Harris, who reside at Miller’s Merry Manor in Warsaw, …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Parkview Health has partnered with the community to sew face masks for patients and is now sharing directions for volunteers.  The program is an attempt to conserve personal protective equipment for its clinical staff, Thanks to the overwhelming response from the community, 725 mask-making kits were distributed to volunteers in just three …read more.

MILFORD — Calls from residents in Kosciusko County about a group of individuals going door to door and attempting to sell magazines, cleaning solutions, air purifiers and other items had county and state police looking for a brown Suburban. Reports were being received from Pierceton, Leesburg and even Milford, of this vehicle pulling in driveways …read more.

SYRACUSE — Another 100 meals will be handed out in Syracuse for those affected by COVID-19. This time the meals will be distributed at Chubbies, 1201 S. Huntington St., Syracuse, starting at 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 1. RGroup, Re/Max Partners, Kay Young/Todd Realty and Chubbies are making this event possible. The meals will be distributed …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The number of deaths in Indiana attributed to COVID-19 has risen from 35 on Monday to 49 Tuesday, March 31. Indiana Department of Health reports the number of cases testing positive in Indiana is now 2,159. The total number of tests as of Tuesday morning was 13,373, according to the health department’s website. …read more.

LEESBURG — The Plain Township Trustee’s office is requesting clean-up at Leesburg, Oswego and Monoquet Cemeteries beginning Wednesday, April 1. Decorations not on foundations should be removed by April 20. Cemetery maintenance crews will remove and dispose of decorations not on foundations after that date. The cemetery crews reserve the right to remove any object, …read more.

WARSAW – Medtronic workers in Warsaw are using 3D-technology to produce shields that will be distributed across the country in an effort to prepare healthcare workers for the COVID-19 outbreak. Last week, Warsaw Engineering was contacted by Product Development at Operation Headquarters in Minneapolis, Minn., with an opportunity to help support national health care professionals. …read more.

WARSAW — Three local non-profit organizations Joe’s Kids, The Baker Youth Club and Court Appointed Special Advocate of Kosciusko County, have made the decision to postpone “An Evening with Elizabeth Smart” originally scheduled for April 23. The postponement is due to county and state guidelines precautions for social distancing for the COVID-19 virus. The three …read more.

WARSAW – Leaders from K21 Health Foundation, Kosciusko County Community Foundation, United Way of Kosciusko County and Zimmer Biomet Foundation have announced the second wave of grants in response to the community’s needs as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The initial round of grants totaling $20,000, announced less than two weeks ago provided support …read more.

SYRACUSE — There will be no eLearning during spring break. However, the Wawasee Community School Corporation recognizes many families will be at home together and wanted to provide some options/ideas for fun. As a district, they have prepared a daily activity and some bonus ones and invite families to share their participation on social media …read more.

[weaver_youtube nj7kbGZUOsQ rel=0] BREMEN — A manufacturer in Bremen is aiding in the production of certain personal protection equipment. Nishikawa Cooper LLC (NISCO) has adapted its facility to produce and distribute polyethylene isolation gowns for first responders during the COVID-19 pandemic. NISCO is a supplier of dynamic sealing systems for the automotive industry. The company …read more.

WARSAW — Bear hunts for kids are taking place all across the country and instilling a sense of unity during this time of separation due to COVID-19. Inspired by a 1989 book called “We’re Going on a Bear Hunt” by Michael Rosen, teddy bears are being placed in windows, on porches and in yards where …read more.

WARSAW — Meg Waddell, a student at Ivy Tech Community College Warsaw, has been named a 2020 New Century Workforce Scholar and will receive a $1,250 scholarship. Waddell started at Ivy Tech Warsaw in 2017 as part of an Achieve Your Degree cohort with Lake City Bank. She graduated in December 2019 with an associate …read more.

WARSAW – An employee at Kosciusko Community Hospital has tested positive for COVID-19, the hospital confirmed. “Our hospital is providing care for an employee who has tested positive for COVID-19. The individual is in the hospital for care,” said Kara Stevenson, who works in marketing & community relations for Lutheran Health Network, which owns KCH. …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.

COLUMBIA CITY — Northeastern REMC, is giving more than $1.23 million back to 21,000 people in the form of a bill credit on their electric bill to help offset some of the financial hardship their members are facing due to COVID-19. Northeastern REMC is a member-owned cooperative that supplies electric power to six counties in …read more.