Grace College and Kosciusko County leaders joined the presidents of nine Indiana colleges and universities for a community summit on anti-racism and community safety on Friday, July 10.

Article by Ray Balogh Photos by Mike Deak InkFreeNews WARSAW — In a historic first, Warsaw Little League started its season this year long before Major League Baseball takes the field July 23. Following the pandemic-sensitive rules of Little League International and state and local quarantine guidelines, the league, this year hosting “36 teams and …read more.

The Etna Green Town Council discussed electricity service at a local business and property upkeep at a residence during a meeting on Tuesday, July 14.

The body of a 5-year-old child was recovered Tuesday night, July 14, after going missing while swimming. 

What the 2020-21 school year will look like for the Wawasee Community School Corporation is becoming more clear, but understandably plans are of a more tentative nature depending on state directives on the pandemic.

Six jury members and two alternates were selected Tuesday, July 14, in the first day of what is expected to be a four-day trial in a lawsuit involving a shooting death that occurred in 2014.

It did not take long for people to begin taking advantage of free COVID-19 testing in Warsaw.

By Maggie Kenworthy InkFreeNews WARSAW — The Kosciusko Board of Zoning Appeals held a two-hour meeting Tuesday morning, July 14. The request that caused the most discussion involved Sparkman Family Auction, 3805 S. Industrial Drive, Warsaw. Area Planning Director Dan Richard explained that in 2018, Sparkman Family Auction received permission to run an auction business …read more.

Outstanding artwork was submitted and recognized Sunday, July 12 at the Lakeland Art Association reception at the gallery located at 302 Winona, Warsaw.

The Elkhart County Health Department has issued a mandate requiring individuals to wear a face covering in all indoor areas open to the public, all outdoor areas open to the public where a distance of six feet from individuals outside of their household cannot be maintained, and all private indoor or outdoor areas where a distance of six feet from individuals outside of their household cannot be maintained.

Syracuse Parks and Recreation board members were apprised on the status of various park department projects during their regular meeting Monday, July 13.

By Briley Gargis InkFreeNews WARSAW – A Warsaw man was injured in a crash that occurred just before noon on Monday, July 13. Scott M. Clay, 23, was treated on scene and transported to KCH for his injuries after he lost control of his vehicle and ran into the side of a house. Clay was …read more.

News Release WARSAW – The City of Warsaw Street Department will be paving Oak Street and Ireland Drive on Wednesday, July 22, and Thursday, July 23. Weather permitting, Ireland Drive will be paved on July 22. Oak Street will be paved on July 23. No parking or access will be allowed between the hours of …read more.

Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce announced its July Member of the Month, Man Cave Brewing Company, 10201 N. SR 13, Syracuse. A great place to be in Syracuse, people can stop in for dinner from 4-9 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

Warsaw’s August First Friday “COVID Cruise-in” event has been cancelled and is now tentatively rescheduled for Friday, September 4.

By David Hazledine InkFreeNews MILFORD — Milford Town Council concluded its public meeting Monday, July 13, with a discussion of the feasibility of a bike path running from the town to Waubee Lake Park. However, it could be many years before such a path becomes a reality. During clerk reports, Town Clerk/Treasurer Tricia Gall informed …read more.

News Release WARSAW – There will be a blood drive from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 22 at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1720 E. Center St., Warsaw. The Warsaw High School blood drive is sponsored by Warsaw High School JAG. JAG stands for Jobs for America’s Graduates, a grant-funded program at Warsaw Community …read more.

The Nappanee Apple Festival has been cancelled for this year.

A Michigan man was arrested following an alleged domestic battery incident in a residence where children were present.

The Milford Police Department is asking the community’s help in finding any information on this individual pictured and his identity.

Turkey Creek fire and township advisory boards Monday, July 13, approved sending Fire Chief Mickey Scott’s 2021 proposed operations and equipment replacement budgets for further consideration by the Syracuse Town Council.

The July 13 meeting of the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce began with the secretary and treasurer reports being approved. The main agenda items being discussed were members of the month, a property on SR 13 and Backwater Road and open seats on the chamber board.

Leesburg Council Member Tom Moore gave an update regarding the town’s septic system at the at the Leesburg Town Council meeting Monday, July 13.

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The Warsaw Community Public Library Board of Trustees approved changes to library card fees and employees’ medical policies during a meeting on Monday, July 13.

North Webster Community Public Library had the official ribbon cutting on the brand spanking new facility, Monday, July 13 with the official assistance of the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce.

Local chamber of commerce organizations across Indiana were recognized for excellence by the Indiana Chamber Executives Association at the 2020 Annual Membership Meeting.

Goshen Health has released the following COVID-19 activity as of July 13, going back to March 11.

The Indiana State Department of Health will host a free COVID-19 drive-thru testing clinic in Warsaw for two weeks beginning Tuesday morning, July 14.

Patrick Stevens, DO, has joined the team of family medicine doctors at Goshen Physicians Osteopathic Family Clinic Nappanee. He provides comprehensive primary care to patients of all ages and generations.

News Release WARSAW  – United Way is partnering with Warsaw and Wawasee Schools to launch START UNITED, a summer experience for 1,000 children who need a boost before the first day of school. “This partnership will provide an on-ramp for students who need to regain any momentum that has been lost since March,” said Darren …read more.

By David Hazledine InkFreeNews MILFORD — Milford Animal Clinic was the site of the 2020 Kosciusko County 4-H Fair alpaca show on Sunday, July 12. The outdoor location allowed participants from KCounty Alpaca Pride-Kosciusko County 4-H Alpaca Project to opt out of county fair arena rules regarding face masks when showing their animals. Cadence Gibson …read more.

News Release  WARSAW – There will be a food distribution at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 15, at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, 1400 E. Smith St. in Warsaw Fresh perishable items and dry goods offered free of charge. All items will be pre-boxed and pre-bagged. First come, first served, for up to 400 households while supplies …read more.

First responders responded to an accident involving one vehicle and one person on Reed St., just north of Center St., Warsaw on Monday, July 13. 

North Manchester Co-op is hosting an open house for homeschooling July 23. 

Temperatures will be high with some precipitation near the end of the week, according to the National Weather Service. 

On Monday, July 13th at 9:00 am we will begin accepting applications through the Rental Assistance Portal at: http://www.indianahousingnow.org.

Much like the other schools in our community, Sacred Heart School is gearing up for a successful reopening of the 2020-2021 school year.

WARSAW — The YMCA of Warsaw is preparing several sporting opportunities in the coming weeks for children of all ages.

Below is a collection of photos provided by 4-H leaders during the 2020 4-H competition in Warsaw. All photos provided.      

Electric Consumer hosted its 23rd annual student calendar contest for the 2021 cooperative calendar.

Staff Report WARSAW – Kosciusko County 4-H leaders have announced the final winners in this year’s livestock contests. The Grand Champion Dairy Steer winner was Jared Beer, Milford, Reserve Champion Dairy Steer winner was Justin Beer, Milford. Results from the auction were not yet available. Below are photos of the winners.  

Every summer, ninety-five percent of U.S. libraries offer summer reading programs. Our summer reading theme this year is “Imagine Your Story”, and incorporates many types of traditional literature, as well as new fantasy tales.

A Warsaw man received a total of 12 charges in two separate incidents that occurred approximately three weeks apart.

A “Patriot Rally” is scheduled for 5 p.m. Friday, July 17, at the Kosciusko County Courthouse in Warsaw.

At this time, Whitko Community Schools Corporation is excited to welcome back students on August 13 for the first day of in-person classes. 

Biryani Kitchen, a downtown Warsaw restaurant featuring authentic Indian food, has moved into an adjacent space previously occupied by Three Crowns Coffee.

Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill will not be on the fall ballot for re-election.

Twenty percent of Wabash High School seniors graduated with a high school diploma and a college credential—the Statewide Transfer General Education Core Certificate from Ivy Tech Community College—in 2020.

A Warsaw man was recently arrested in Elkhart County after shooting a man in Goshen.

Turkey Creek Fire and EMS, Syracuse Police Department and the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to a three-vehicle accident occurring on SR 13 south of Syracuse, near Ideal Beach Drive and the Pine Terrace Condos. Approximate time of the accident was 11:20 a.m.

The Animal Welfare League presents its “Pets of the Week.” Featuring Batch the dog and Barbee the cat. 

Two people from Warsaw were recently arrested for theft and drug possession after allegedly stealing items from a man.

The career of an Indiana State Trooper is a journey that can span decades serving the citizens of Indiana. Several local troopers from the Indiana State Police Bremen Post have hit a career milestone of serving for twenty-five years.

Town Council will hold a public hearing on July 22, to receive public comments regarding an application to USDA Rural Development for financial assistance in the purchase of Industrial Leaf Vacuum equipment.

Staff Report  WARSAW — New Life Christian Church and World Outreach has 10 cases of COVID-19 within its congregation, but no one with the virus has attended in-person services. A Facebook post which has since been taken down, initially reported that the church had an outbreak of people testing positive for COVID-19 but was still …read more.

Financials were the focal point of Kosciusko County Council’s July 9 meeting, with several appropriations, grant requests and transfers approved by council members.

Farmers in Central Indiana say despite decent looking crops, they don’t expect to make much money this year as corn and soybean prices remain low due to huge disruptions in the agriculture market caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Kosciusko 4-H recently announced winners of the 2020 dairy and sheep shows.

The first order of business at the Kosciusko County Redevelopment Commission meeting held Thursday, July 9, was the swearing in of commission member Mike Metzger.

ROSEMONT, Ill. – The Big Ten Conference announced Thursday its plans to reduce its fall sports to conference-only schedules, which includes football.

News Release  INDIANAPOLIS — Food Bank of Northern Indiana received $34,890 in funding for fiscal year 2021. A total of $300,000 in state funding will be distributed to 11 Indiana food banks to provide assistance and services to Hoosiers in need. The funding came from the Indiana State Department of Agriculture, through the Indiana General …read more.

Many turned out to visit the new KW Thrive North office, located at 201 E. Bowser Road, Syracuse, and to participate in the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s ribbon cutting Wednesday, July 8.

A Warsaw book publisher recently released a book by Tom Roy, who resides in Winona Lake.

Conservation Officers are investigating a fatal off-road vehicle (ORV) accident that occurred last night near the 4000 block of County Road 600 N in Larwill, in Whitley County.

The Kosciusko County Kid’s Business Fair was again hosted by the North Webster Community Center on Saturday, June 27, after being postponed in March. Young entrepreneurs in kindergarten through eighth grade set up a business booth in the gymnasium and the public came in to buy their products, goods and services. Judges also visited each booth and interviewed the business owners.

Shannon McLeod, grant writer/administrator for Priority Project Resources, Inc., Greensburg, reviewed a revised schedule for the old school building removal project at the July 8 Silver Lake Town Council meeting.

Goshen Health adjusted visitor restrictions, effective Wednesday, July 8. One of the main changes is that some visitors are now permitted for non-COVID-19 patients in the hospital.

Parkview Health is updating its visitor restrictions, allowing one visitor per patient in a limited number of hospital units. The updated policy includes precautionary measures for the safety of all patients, guests, and co-workers.

The 2020 prom event sponsored by the Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club and several local companies is now open to sophomores, juniors and seniors from the 2019-2020 school year. 

News Release NORTH WEBSTER — RE/MAX Lakes has announced Realtor Debora Eichman is the latest addition of the growing real estate franchise. Eichman brings to the office more than 10 years of local real estate and specializes in residential sales. “I’m excited to join the most productive real estate network in the U.S. and heighten …read more.

Between noon Monday, July 6, and Wednesday, July 8, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported a total of nine new COVID-19 cases. This brings the county’s total number of reported cases to 564, with four deaths.

So what happens when Johnny the third-grader suddenly has a temperature while at school this fall?

Warsaw Community Schools’ Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert provided updates on the school corporation’s reopening plan for the 2020-21 school year during a press conference on Wednesday, July 8.

News Release SYRACUSE — The local grocery stores in Syracuse and North Webster are having a name change as of Monday, July 13. Instead of NewMarket, they will be now known as Neighborhood Fresh. In the press release sent from owners Clete Miller and Todd Taylor, it was noted nothing else will change but the …read more.

FULTON COUNTY — The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office and Fulton County Crimestoppers are requesting your assistance in locating subjects wanted on felony and/or misdemeanor warrants. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these wanted persons, contact the Fulton County Crimestoppers at (574) 223-7867. Please Read Our Disclaimer All warrants are the property of …read more.

Kosciusko 4-H recently announced winners of the 2020 swine show.

Classical Conversations of Kosciusko County invites the community to watch the premiere of “The Riot and the Dance: Water” in a home drive-in theater atmosphere.

United Way of Noble County has awarded Bowen Center an $11,000 Noble County Economic Relief Initiative grant to provide critical incident stress management and individual crisis counseling to staff in Noble County long-term care facilities.

News Release SYRACUSE — Kosciusko County Circuit Court has ordered the Indiana Natural Resources Commission to hold a public hearing and receive evidence on a petition to establish the Turkey Creek Dam and Dike Conservancy District. The petition was filed under cause number 43C01-1912-MI-00249. The hearing is scheduled for 3 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at …read more.

By Ray Balogh InkFreeNews WARSAW — Rob Nichter stood on the porch and held out his hand to receive the thing that, as his wife, Jamie, described, “will change everything.”   With about 40 celebrators looking on, Dennis Judy, construction manager of Habitat for Humanity of Kosciusko County, handed over the key to the Nichters’ …read more.

Kokomo Tribune INDIANAPOLIS — The number of abortions performed in Indiana fell by about 5% last year, according to a new state health department report. The annual report shows that the number of abortions in Indiana fell by 400 to 7,637 during 2019. That decline came following two years of increases from the 7,280 abortions …read more.

A Fort Wayne man has been charged with battery following an incident at a local hotel last month.

Kosciusko Human Resources Association will host their monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 14.  This month’s meeting is hosted virtually with special guest speakers from Parkview Health’s Human Resources Team.

A Pierceton woman was arrested after battering a woman to the point where she had to go to a hospital.

North Webster Community Public Library will be open to the public in its new facility Monday, July 13. The new library is located at 110 E. North St., directly south of the North Webster Community Center.

Long-running Warsaw restaurant “Schoops” has officially been permanently closed. 

An Atwood man was recently arrested after burglarizing a garage and battering a man with a knife handle.

Rebecca Phend of South Whitley was honored as Veteran of the Month at the Kosciusko County Commissioners meeting Tuesday, July 7.

Major purchases by the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office this year include two new K-9 units, firearms and ammunition.

Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer said he tentatively plans to return to work on Wednesday, July 8.

City Council will look at further restrictions on some personal fireworks that some people contend have become excessively robust this year.

A Warsaw man was arrested for allegedly stabbing someone in the abdomen.

Staff Report WARSAW— Kosciusko 4-H animal shows are taking place this week at the Kosciusko County fairgrounds in Warsaw. Beef and rabbit shows were held Monday, July 6. Winners in the beef show were Colin Deatsmon with the Grand Champion Heifer; Haley Nelson with the Reserve Grand Champion Heifer; Allie Ayers with the Grand Champion Beef …read more.

Three Grace College professors: Dr. Cheryl Bremer, Dr. Kelly Arney, and Pat Park, were recently honored for their outstanding contributions to the institution’s culture of service and academic excellence.

A Warsaw woman was recently arrested after burglarizing a storage unit.

Kosciusko County Community Foundation’s KREMC Operation Round-Up August Grant cycle is now accepting applications.

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Between noon Friday, July 3, and noon Monday, July 6, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported a total of 25 new COVID-19 cases. This brings the county’s total number of reported cases to 562, with four deaths.