WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Convention and Visitors Bureau earned top honors again this year on the heels of its 2019 win for Best Visitor Guide. The Bureau received Best Website at the 2020 Indiana Tourism Association’s Annual Indiana Tourism Conference in Elizabeth last week. The award category was Best Website among entries with a …read more.

WINONA LAKE — When the 2020-21 school year begins this fall, Lakeland Christian Academy and Warsaw Christian School will open their doors as one school. The decision was reached this week for Community Grace Brethren Church to release WCS as their ministry and for the school to merge with LCA, according to a news release …read more.

  SYRACUSE — Updates were delivered for the Syracuse Parks and Recreation Department’s ongoing projects at the park board’s Monday, March 9, meeting. Pulver Asphalt Paving Inc. started demolishing the Syracuse Community Center’s parking lot islands March 9, removing all of the trees to make way for lighting. This demolition was expected to wrap up …read more.

WARSAW – The Bob Evans restaurant in Warsaw closed briefly Wednesday morning, March 11, after a video surfaced on Facebook showing a woman using a mop to clean a tabletop. The business, located at 3100 E Center St., was closed as of 9:30 a.m. while customers were still inside eating. It appeared customers inside were …read more.

WARSAW — Local attorney David Kolbe will hold a presentation from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 16, on his experiences teaching American criminal jury trial for the law faculty at European University, Tbilisi, Republic of Georgia. The program will take place at the Warsaw Community Public Library. Kolbe will offer a glimpse into life …read more.

WARSAW — An Akron man faces multiple charges after allegedly stealing an ATV and a tractor. Donald C. Nelson, 39, 906 South CR 900E, Akron, was arrested on a warrant for two counts of burglary, a level 5 felony; and two counts of theft, a level 6 felony. On Aug. 6, 2019, police responded to …read more.

WARSAW — At approximately 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 10, Harrison Elementary School Principal Matt Deeds conducted a school-wide lockdown. According to a statement from Warsaw Community Schools, the lockdown was a preventative measure in response to a concern with a community member. Warsaw Police Department responded and the issue was resolved without incident. At no …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Fourth through 12th-grade students in Kosciusko County are invited to submit artwork for the Lilly Center Art Contest. The theme is “Life at the Lake.” Submissions are open until Wednesday, April 15, said a news release from the Lily Center for Lakes and Streams. The Lilly Center Art Contest is an annual …read more.

LEESBURG —  Town Council members continued discussion about the K21 Health Foundation pledge at their monthly meeting held Monday, March 9. Nine towns in the county, including Leesburg, have the opportunity to receive up to $200,000 for projects that focus on health and wellness opportunities in their community.  Rich Haddad, K21 Health Foundation president and …read more.

WARSAW – Lowering of power lines east of the Warsaw airport could begin in the spring of 2021, according to an update at the Tuesday, March 10, aviation board meeting. Mary Kerstein, project manager for CHA Consulting, told the aviation board that she’s working to arrange a meeting in Fort Wayne with representatives of AEP, which …read more.

WARSAW — The Parkview Warsaw YMCA’s Camp Little Eagle and S.O.A.R. summer day camps are more exciting than ever this year!  This summer the theme is “Where In The U.S. Is Camp?”. Through S.T.E.A.M. (science, technology, engineering, art, mathematics) activities, nutrition activities, group games, field trips, and swimming/water activities campers will get to experience famous …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools recently announced that Abbi Richcreek, Project Lead The Way teacher at Edgewood Middle School, has successfully launched a school-community partnership for GoBabyGo! Richcreek promotes STEM education through her classroom curriculum, after-school clubs and special projects such as GoBabyGo! According to a WCS press release, Richcreek reached out to secure funding …read more.

SILVER LAKE — The Silver Lake Lions Club will host a fish, chicken & tenderloin fry from 4 p.m. until sold out Saturday, March 14, at the Silver Lake Conservation Building, located at 108 S. Elm St., Silver Lake. Carry-out only. Cost is $9 per pound. Side dishes will be available. South Pleasant United Methodist Church will …read more.

ETNA GREEN — The Etna Green Town Council signed a one-year contract with Bourbon Public Library regarding library cards for town citizens during a meeting on Tuesday, March 10. Until recently, Etna Township annually distributed up to 100 library cards to Etna Township residents. However, the township ended its partnership with Bourbon Public Library, citing …read more.

SYRACUSE — During the regular monthly meeting of the Wawasee School Board Tuesday evening, March 10, in Syracuse, the board heard a report about a student cadet law enforcement program launched by the Pierceton Police Department. Tim Sammons, police chief of Pierceton, noted the cadet program began Jan. 1 and has 12 cadets from local …read more.

WARSAW — Shortly after 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory responded to a dryer fire at 1320 W. Winona Ave., Warsaw. Initial dispatch reports of a structure fire led to Winona Lake and Plain Township Fire Departments being called to assist; however, they were disregarded after the cause of the fire was discovered. …read more.

Attorney Jack Birch, representing Blue Barn Berry Farm, presented two easements to the board. WARSAW — After many months, Blue Barn Berry Farm finally received approval from the Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals during the meeting held this morning, March 10. Representatives of Blue Barn Berry Farm, 9139 North 300E, Syracuse, requested an exception …read more.

WARSAW – An East Market Street house, facing a demolition order, is on the verge of being sold. The house at 1015 E. Main St., Warsaw, owned by Jason and Bobby Wade, has been an issue for code enforcement in recent years when it was home to a scrapping business. While that issue was mitigated, …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Pathways radio and TV students, made up of students from Wawasee, Fairfield and West Noble high schools, competed in the Indiana Association of School Broadcasters state competition at the University of Indianapolis Monday, March 9. Finishing first was CPG-TV (corporate video), while Mariah Hamman (Wawasee) and Mykaela Miller (West Noble) finished second in …read more.

WARSAW — The healing power of animals is no secret. Anyone who has ever had to attend a funeral or make arrangements for a loved one knows how sad and grief-stricken one feels.  But, what if, amidst the immense sadness and grief, one was greeted by a 68 pound, tail-wagging, loving canine?  Titus Funeral Home’s …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools has released a statement regarding its response plan for coronavirus. This past week, WCS assembled a small team to review logistics and many of the facets that could impact the corporation’s schools. Warsaw Community Schools is working closely with local, state and national public health officials to ensure best practices …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — While there are currently no known cases of Coronavirus among staff or offenders housed at Indiana Department of Correction facilities, visitation to certain prison facilities has been suspended indefinitely. The decision to suspend visitation is precautionary in nature and was made in the interest of the health and safety of IDOC staff and …read more.

MILFORD — Be sure to join the fun with Lego Crew at Milford Public Library from 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 14. The children are able to work on a Yoda Lego kit, or free building of their choice. Each child who participates can enter their name to win a Lego kit of their …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Kosciusko County Voice Core Leadership Team, Kosciusko County Voice Action Squad, and Wawasee High School Key Club students will conduct a community-wide waste tobacco filters event this weekend. They will be working on behalf of the Kosciusko County Tobacco Free Coalition. The coalition’s goal is to reduce the environmental impacts of discarded …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man has been arrested following two controlled purchases of methamphetamine conducted by the NET43 drug enforcement team. Brandon L. Warren, 41, 302 N. Bronson St., Warsaw, is charged with aiding/inducing/causing dealing in methamphetamine, a level 2 felony;  aiding/inducing/causing dealing in methamphetamine, a level 3 felony; possession of methamphetamine, a level 4 …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Surprises abounded at the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce Awards Dinner. It was held Monday evening, March 9, at The Owl’s Nest. Person of the Year Kay Dabler was overcome with emotion when she realized she had won the honor. Large Business of the Year went to ACE Pest Control while …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman is facing charges after allegedly dropping a bag containing methamphetamine at a school sporting event in Milford.  Amanda Lee Medley, 34, 2508 West Side Drive, Warsaw, is charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; and possession of methamphetamine with enhancing circumstances, a level 5 felony.  According to the …read more.

WARSAW – The city of Warsaw has issued a statement from Mayor Joe Thallemer, who said the potential pandemic spread of the coronavirus “is very real.” Thallemer’s statement continued: Common sense practices, including a thorough washing of hands, staying home when not feeling well and promptly seeking medical care when indicated, will go a long …read more.

  SYRACUSE — Turkey Creek fire and township advisory boards Monday, March 9, unanimously approved Fire Chief Mickey Scott’s request to use funds from the department’s operations budget to pay for public citizens’ certification at the department’s regular CPR classes. The classes are held in conjunction with the American Heart Association, which charges $20 per …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS  – Versiti Blood Center of Indiana is urging Hoosiers to schedule and keep their blood donation appointments at donor centers and organized blood drives throughout the state even as the coronavirus outbreak spreads to ensure the continued adequacy of the local blood supply. “Patients in our communities and our hospital partners continue to rely …read more.

WARSAW – Kosciusko County Fair Board has no intention of violating the re-instituted ban on motorized racing at the fairgrounds. The board, having recently lost its appeal to Indiana Court of Appeals over its desire to renew racing at the fairgrounds, has not reached a decision on whether to take the case to the Indiana …read more.

WARSAW — Collier’s Heating & Air Conditioning announced it reached the highest level of accreditation from Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating. Collier’s is the only Elite Diamond contractor in Northern Indiana, said a news release from Collier’s. “This is a huge honor for us,” owner Joe Collier said. “Our sales and install technicians have spent …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Since 2012, we have been delivering factual, spot-on journalism from award-winning reporters. Turn to InkFreeNews.com to get the story that is fresh, fast and accurate. With 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. 2328 March …read more.

PIERCETON — The newest reserve officer for the Pierceton Police Department was sworn in at the town council meeting, Monday, March 9. Ashley Jones was sworn in by Town Attorney Tammy Keirn. Jones’ family attended the council meeting for her swearing-in. According to the introduction given by Pierceton Police Chief Tim Sammons, Jones is a …read more.

Jay Rigdon, Warsaw Community Public Library’s legal counsel, was present at the meeting to discuss the library’s options on funding for a dry fire protection system. InkFreeNews photo by Liz Shepherd. WARSAW — Protection against fires and viruses was the main topic of discussion at the Warsaw Community Public Library Board of Trustees’ meeting on Monday, …read more.

WARSAW – Cardinal Services has been selected to receive a $50,000 grant from the Kosciusko County Community Foundation. Each year, the Board of Directors of the Foundation selects one organization to receive a high impact proactive grant. The $50,000 grant is being made from the Lilly Unrestricted Endowment Fund, a component fund of the Kosciusko …read more.

SYRACUSE — If you are the parent of a child who will be 5 on or before Aug. 1, 2020, then this event is for you and your child. If you know of children who will be 5 on or before Aug. 1, 2020, share this information with their families. Milford School, Syracuse Elementary and …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College welcomed Cokiesha Bailey Robinson as its new associate dean of student diversity and inclusion.  Robinson is the founder of Cross Spring Ministries and a writer for Our Daily Bread. Her role will be to promote diversity, equity and inclusion programming, advise the administration on issues related to diversity and underrepresented student …read more.

PLYMOUTH — Marshall County UNIT Officers, assisted by the Indiana State Police SWAT Team and Plymouth Police, arrested two persons on a search warrant at 1206 N. Plum St., Plymouth. The search warrant was executed Thursday, March 5. Arrested were Brian Hubert, 40 and Kristina Warner, 32, both of that address. Hubert and Warner were …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Artwork by a local artist will soon be displayed at the Statehouse, according to State Rep. David Wolkins (R-Warsaw).   Penny French-Deal of North Manchester was selected to have her artwork decorate the Statehouse as part of Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch and Treasurer Kelly Mitchell’s Hoosier Women Artists initiative. Forty-six pieces of art were …read more.

CLAYPOOL — A Claypool man was recently arrested after beating a man and threatening to kill him while asking if he was adopted. Joe Lewis Rose, Jr., 54, 105 E. Section St., Claypool, is charged with domestic battery resulting in serious bodily injury, a level 5 felony; possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; and …read more.

ETNA GREEN – The image of an older man lugging a small oxygen tank on the side of the road along US 30 near Etna Green on a sunny Sunday morning was a bit jarring. But a van following closely behind, touting a large American flag and a Wounded Warriors Project flag, put things a …read more.

FORT WAYNE – Rep. Jim Banks released the following statement about a new case of coronavirus in Noble County.  “Our office has become aware that an individual at Parkview Noble Hospital has been diagnosed with COVID-19,” said Banks. “We’ve also learned that the East Noble School Corporation learned of the development and notified families and …read more.

WARSAW — Titiksha Gorhe, a sixth-grader from Lincoln Elementary School, finished second in the Journal Gazette 66th annual regional spelling bee, presented by STAR Financial Bank, on Saturday, March 7. Jude Hoeffel, an eighth-grader from Garrett Middle School in DeKalb County, won the spelling bee. In the 27th round of spelling, Hoeffel correctly spelled “farrier” …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Wawasee Iron Pride Robotics teams are the Indiana VEX Robotics state champions and state runners up for the second year in a row. Wawasee’s 574D, ranked fifth, allied with Triton Central High School, facing off against Wawasee’s 574C, ranked 19th, and Portage High School in a battle royale for the title. The competition …read more.

FORT WAYNE — US Rep. Jim Banks (IN-03) has updated his website to include resources related to the coronavirus. The update comes after the Indiana Department of Health confirmed two cases of coronavirus in the state last week, said a news release from the office of Rep. Banks. Resources include: The latest information on coronavirus …read more.

WARSAW — Did you know that 90% of your child’s brain development occurs before the age of five? That means your child’s brain develops more quickly from birth to five than it ever will again. These early years are the best opportunities for a child’s brain to develop the connections needed for a healthy, capable, …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools congratulates Warsaw Area Career Center broadcasting students Kelsey Nethercutt and Kendyl Silveus. Their video, titled “CTE Chess Champ!” won them both third place in the National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) PSA contest, where students produce videos promoting Career and Technical Education. This year’s theme was “Victory in CTE.” As …read more.

WARSAW – Gas prices are dropping below $2 per gallon across northern Indiana. The drop is being attributed to a slow-down in economic activity from the coronavirus and an apparent standoff between Saudia Arabia and Russia. Over the weekend, Saudia Arabia dropped its prices for oil after Russia refused to cut production as part of …read more.

MENTONE — In late 2019 the Bell Memorial Public Library Board began discussing the merits of no longer issuing fines for overdue materials.  The initial intent of fines was to encourage the return of Library materials so that others could enjoy those materials as well, said a news release from the Bell Memorial Public Library. …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) has identified the second presumptive positive case of COVID-19 in the state on Sunday, March 8. The patient, an adult who resides in Hendricks County, is in isolation with mild symptoms and is not hospitalized at this time. Hendricks County is located to the west of …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — As the roof is being shingled and interior drywall hung, North Webster Community Public Library pushes onward to raise the final $50,000 needed for additional furnishings for its new larger building. To help in that effort, the library will host a week-long silent auction from March 16 to 21. A wide variety …read more.

WARSAW — Set your clocks forward Saturday night and prepare to lose an hour. Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8. The city of Warsaw also recommends that everyone check and replace batteries in their smoke detectors, according to a post on its Facebook page. Batteries in smoke detectors should be changed …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Just over 40 people, evenly divided between residents of Tippecanoe and Chapman Lakes, attended the inaugural meeting of the newly formed Tippecanoe Chapman Lakes Regional Sewer District Saturday morning, March 7. The meeting was held in the Party Room at the North Webster Community Center to accommodate the expected large attendance. Jeff …read more.

By Melissa Chapman Cataloging Supervisor In 1987, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed March “Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.” This is a time to create awareness about developmental disabilities, teach the importance of inclusion within every aspect of life. It is also a time to highlight the many ways in which people with and without disabilities come together …read more.

SYRACUSE —  Charles Garner was a familiar face to students at several area schools from 1947 to 1985. Those students knew him as a science and math teacher at both Syracuse High School and Edgewood Middle School, as a principal at Leesburg High School and as an assistant principal at Warsaw Community High School. They …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee High School’s band and choir will be hosting the third annual one-day mattress fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 25. For one day only, the high school commons will be transformed into a mattress showroom. There will be 30 different mattress styles on display in all sizes for customers …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse Public Library announced its upcoming news and events. ​Darci Hannah is an up-coming author of four books. The two latest mysteries take place in Door County Wisconsin. Hannah have captured some good scenes from the area. The books are “Cherry Pies and Deadly Lies” and “Cherry Scones and Broken Bones.” There will be some cherry desserts offered …read more.

Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill realized twice this week how painfully little support he has from his own party. The Republican (and former Elkhart County prosecutor) has seen his first term as Attorney General become marred in a groping scandal that began in the summer of 2018. Hill is accused of inappropriately touching four women …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School will host its annual Academic Super Bowl Invitational from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Monday, March 9. Fourteen area high schools will compete. This year’s theme is the “Roaring Twenties.” Students have their knowledge tested on content from that time period in the subjects of math, English, science, fine arts …read more.

The property slated for demolition at 123 East Fort Wayne St., Warsaw. InkFreeNews photo by Kory Stoneburner-Betts. WARSAW — The Board of Works and Public Safety approved the demolition of a house and garage near Central Park at its meeting Friday, March 6. A satellite image from the Beacon System regarding the two structures slated …read more.

WARSAW — Sgt. Chris Francis, public information officer for the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office, will be leading a presentation regarding senior fraud and senior scams. The event is free and open to the community. Hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be served. The event will take place from 6-7 p.m. March 18, at Miller’s Merry Manor, …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Church of God will host a Perceptions-to-Reality Weekend, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, March 20-21. This free educational event will offer information and cultural insights into the issues impacting the Wawasee community. The public is invited to attend, said a news release from the Syracuse Church of God. Seven guest speakers who …read more.

WARSAW — With spring cleanup underway, the city of Warsaw-Oakwood Cemetery is requesting that all winter decorations that have been placed in or on the ground at gravesites be removed as soon as possible. Grave blankets should have been removed by March 1, according to the Board of Regents rules and regulations. At the Oakwood …read more.

Bomy Singh serves food at his Kwik Mart in Columbia City, but will soon open a restaurant in Warsaw. InkFreeNews photo by Kory Stoneburner-Betts. WARSAW — A new restaurant specializing in fast food-style Indian cuisine is slated to open in the former B&K hotdog stand location on Winona Avenue. “Bomy’s Authentic Indian Food” is owned …read more.

WARSAW — A Milford man faces charges after allegedly molesting two children. Jerry Wayne Lecount, 45, 13918 North CR 400W, Milford, was arrested on a warrant for child molestation, a level 4 felony; and child solicitation, a level 5 felony. On Nov. 20, 2019, an officer with Indiana State Police was assigned to a report …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS—Gov. Eric Holcomb and the Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) announced Friday, March 6, the first presumptive positive case of COVID-19 in a Marion County resident with a recent history of travel to Boston. To ensure continued coordination, Gov. Holcomb issued a public health emergency declaration. The state issued the following information: “With the …read more.

WARSAW — A North Webster man faces child pornography charges. James Lee Winters, 50, 705 South Linda Lane, North Webster, was arrested on a warrant for possession of child pornography, a level 5 felony, and possession of child pornography, a level 6 felony. On March 20, 2019, police opened an investigation spurred from eight tips …read more.

SILVER LAKE — The Board of Directors of the Lakeview Cemetery in Silver Lake would like to remind patrons that all faded winter grave decorations need be removed by March 15, weather and ground conditions permitting.  Any decorations remaining after that date will be discarded.  Please remove any decorations you want to keep prior to or …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Steve Austin and the cyborgs are coming. Advances in science and medical implant technology are moving in that direction, according to David Schneider, an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in shoulder and elbow surgery. This week, Schneider released a book, “The Invention of Surgery.” Schneider, who said there was no better place to …read more.

WINONA LAKE – A speaker at this year’s Barn and Business Breakfast urged Kosciusko County to approve a new comprehensive land-use plan. Rachel Blakeman, Community Research Institute Director at Purdue University Fort Wayne, offered insights and recommendations for maintaining and strengthening Kosciusko County’s agricultural dominance during an address at the sixth annual Barn and Business …read more.

From left, are Dan Woods and Elim Smith. InkFreeNews photo by Liz Shepherd. WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Alcohol and Tobacco Commission renewed nine permits and approved one permit transfer during a meeting on Thursday, March 5. The board approved a permit transfer for Hunters BBQ Restaurant and Catering, Etna Green. Yavin Bamnolkar, the restaurant’s …read more.

Editor’s note: Lake Country Escapades is a new column in InkFreeNews that will appear monthly. Columnist Loren Shaum is an automation engineering consultant, retired pilot, author, sometime professor, home gardener and an occasional chef. He and his wife, Gayle, reside in Syracuse. LIGONIER — The Fashion Farm is just west of Ligonier on Old US …read more.

WARSAW — An order stating a petition to create the Turkey Creek Dam and Dike Conservancy District has met all legal requirements and was signed by Kosciusko Circuit Court Judge Michael Reed Thursday afternoon, March 5. The matter will now be sent to the Natural Resources Commission according to state statute. A public hearing is …read more.

ETNA GREEN — One person was injured after a horse-drawn wagon collided with a Ford F150XL truck on CR 800W, just north of West CR 850N, near Mt. Tabor Church of God this afternoon, Thursday, March 5. The crash was reported at approximately 2:50 p.m. The male driver of the horse-drawn wagon, whose injuries are …read more.

WARSAW — AM Styling, Edgewood Middle School and Lakeview Middle School will host “The Give Back” event at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 19, inside the Lakeview auditorium. This is an event for women and girls of the community sponsored by Belove, EnPak and MudLOVE. “The Give Back” focuses on helping middle school girls at Lakeview …read more.

WARSAW — Combining a love of the creative and artistic and mathematical and technical, Jean Beeson works in many capacities in the Warsaw Community Schools district. At Lakeview Middle School, she works as technical support to fix any issues with computers, iPads and any other technical equipment at the school. However, for the last 29 years, she has worked with the Warsaw Community High School Theater Department helping to make their plays and musicals come to life.

  HUNTINGTON – An orthopedic device manufacturer headquartered in Huntington County is expanding for the second time in less than three years. The Indiana Economic Development Corp. says Incipio Devices LLC plans to invest more than $14 million to purchase and equip a new facility in Huntington and add up to 52 jobs by the …read more.

WARSAW — Eager for First Friday in downtown Warsaw? You have one more month to wait. The First Friday returns to downtown Warsaw April 3 and will continue monthly for the year, according to the First Friday listings on the Warsaw Community Development Corporation website. Most of the First Friday events are located along West …read more.

WINONA LAKE —  Grace College’s online advertising and email marketing class recently partnered with five local businesses to create comprehensive digital marketing plans. The class presented final marketing recommendations to business leaders of Orthoworx, Owl Manor, Core Mechanical Services, Wildman Business Group, and the Kosciusko County Prosecuting Attorney Office on Feb. 27 in the Manahan …read more.

MENTONE — Clerk-Treasurer Nicki Norris updated the town council on an online payment system for the town, March 4. Norris said she is ready to set up the town to accept online payments through pay.gov, a government payment processing service. Once active, town residents will be able to pay their town utility bills through pay.gov. …read more.

The proposed future site of Wawasee Community School Corporation’s administration building sits on the west side of Sycamore Street. (Photo courtesy of Google Maps) KOSCIUSKO — During the Kosciusko County Area Plan Commission meeting held Thursday, March, 4, Wawasee Community School Corporation petitioned to rezone a tract of ground for the future site of the …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Traffic Safety Commission discussed posting speed limit signs on East CR 200N at its meeting Wednesday afternoon, March 4. The commission passed a motion to post signs designating the 30 miles per hour speed limit on the section of East CR 200N that falls within the city limits. A sign designating …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The first meeting of the board of trustees for the Tippy-Chapman Regional Sewer District will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 7. The meeting will be in the Shoop Board Room in the North Webster Community Center, 301 N. Main St., North Webster. The public is welcome to attend.

DECATUR — A 16-year-old Wawasee High School student was recognized for his heroic actions after a fiery car crash last summer. The crash happened Aug. 3. Several cars were involved and it was Jeb Richey who saved the life of a woman before first responders arrived. Richey, a sophomore at Wawasee High School, flies planes. …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man faces multiple charges following an alleged domestic incident. Brian Dewayne Redden, 36, 1287 North Penny Drive, Warsaw, was charged with domestic battery and invasion of privacy, both class A misdemeanors. He was also charged with domestic battery with a prior conviction and invasion of privacy with a prior conviction, both …read more.

NAPPANEE — On Feb. 5, the Amish Acres property in Nappanee was auctioned off in 16 lots. Former Congressman Marlin Stutzman, Jason Bontrager and John Kruse became the new owners of seven of the lots, including the Round Barn Theatre and restaurant. These new owners held a press conference Wednesday, March 4, to announce exciting updates coming to the property.

WARSAW – The city of Warsaw has announced an immediate road closing. North Boeing Road from East Bell Drive to County Road East 250 North will be closed effective immediately, the city said. The closure is expected to last about two weeks.  During this closure, thru traffic will not have access; however, businesses will have …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County has thus far not been affected by the incipient spread of coronavirus as it moves across parts of the globe. As of Tuesday, March 3, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported 60 cases of COVID-19 from 12 states. Twenty-two of those are travel-related; eleven are believed to be …read more.

PIERCETON — The adoption trial program of the Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County has a 98% failure rate — and the shelter is looking to further build upon that success. Failure in this case — which means a family with a shelter animal on a trial basis decides not to return it but to …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Fifteen county spelling bee champions from northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio will compete at the 66th Annual Journal Gazette Regional Spelling Bee. The competition will be presented by STAR Financial Bank on Saturday, March 7, at Purdue University Fort Wayne’s Rhinehart Music Center. Spelling will begin at 10 a.m. in the Rhinehart …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The national organization of the Boy Scouts of America has experienced some brutal challenges as of late, including a Chapter 11 bankruptcy and sexual abuse lawsuits and adverse judgements. Local troops and packs in Kosciusko County, however, have remained largely unaffected by the controversy. The Boy Scout troops and Cub Scout packs …read more.

WARSAW — A man will pay more than $10,000 in restitution and potentially serve prison time pending his approval for work release after battering a man, causing him to have a seizure. Raymond R. Tracey III, 34, of Ashley, was charged with battery resulting in serious bodily injury, a level 5 felony. A charge of …read more.

WARSAW — The Parkview Warsaw YMCA’s Camp Little Eagle and S.O.A.R. summer day camps are more exciting than ever this year!  This summer the theme is “Where In The U.S. Is Camp?”. Through S.T.E.A.M. (science, technology, engineering, art, mathematics) activities, nutrition activities, group games, field trips, and swimming/water activities campers will get to experience famous …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw-Oakwood Cemetery is requesting that all winter decorations that have been placed in or on the ground at gravesites be removed as soon as possible. Grave blankets should have been removed by March 1, according to the Board of Regents rules and regulations. Remaining blankets are being placed near the shop …read more.

The Sears Hometown Store in the Marketplace of Warsaw shopping center is scheduled to close April 10. InkFreeNews photo by Kory Stoneburner-Betts. WARSAW — The Sears Hometown Store is in the midst of closing. Owner Ken Ashpole is closing the store at 2816 Frontage Road in the Marketplace of Warsaw shopping center. He is retiring, …read more.

WARSAW  — At the Kosciusko County Commissioners meeting Tuesday, March 3, Sheriff Kyle Dukes received approval to apply for a DNR grant in the amount of $15,000.  “This grant is used for the sheriff’s office marine patrol — Lake Wawasee, Lake Syracuse and Tippy Lake,” Dukes said. “Right now we currently have 15 officers who …read more.

LEESBURG — The annual meeting for Purdue Extension Kosciusko County was highlighted by the recognition of six individuals as Extension All-Stars and one Extension Super-Star. The meeting was held Monday night, March 2, at Maple Leaf Farms Inc., Leesburg. Steve Koontz, Karen Templin, Bruce Ferguson, Ariel Strange, Martha Klinger and Carol Edmonds, were honored as …read more.

WARSAW — If you’re in the market for surgical masks, you may not have much luck — at least locally. But the demand for the masks appears to be misdirected. Heightened fears related to the novel coronavirus and the potential for a global pandemic has led to a worldwide shortage of medical masks and respirators …read more.

WARSAW — The Friends of the Warsaw Community Public Library and Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce members held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, March 3, for ‘Story Emporium,’ a new used bookstore that is located in the library. Story Emporium is sponsored and managed by the FOL and volunteers. According to a release from the Friends …read more.