Fresh perishable items and dry goods will be offered free of charge at three local areas next week. All items will be pre-boxed and pre-bagged. The events are first come, first serve for up to 400 households while supplies last for those in need of food assistance.

A man who allegedly sold a lookalike substance rather than actual methamphetamine will still face charges. 

A tanned lifeguard lounging atop a tall seat overlooking a crowded beach has been a visionary staple of summer in America for decades, but that might soon be a part of history.

A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared for a Michigan man who was last seen in Rolling Prairie, Ind.

Due to a fire in Indianapolis that severely damaged MetroNet fiber lines, the City of Warsaw’s phones are not able to accept incoming calls. 

Tax Day is exactly one month away, July 15, and an estimated 500,000 Hoosiers still need to file their individual income taxes, according to the Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR).

Sherri Johnson is a retired art instructor having taught in Warsaw Community Schools for more than 35 years. She does batik and mixed-media work but any type of painting is her favorite art media.

Lincoln Elementary’s recently retired principal, Cathy Snyder, received a surprise parade Wednesday, June 17.

WARSAW — Democrats in Kosciusko County have another candidate for the general election. Paul Morales signed paperwork Wednesday, June 17, to run for one of three at-large seats on Kosciusko County Council. He’s the third Democrat to announce campaigns for county-level seats in recent weeks. He and Noemi Ponce, who announced her campaign a day …read more.

Jumping off the bridges over the canal in Winona may seem fun, but it will get you a $50 dollar fine after the matter was discussed at Tuesdays Winona Lake town council meeting.

As communities roll out belated summer plans and hold on to the few remaining major events – even as coronavirus cases continue to climb in Kosciusko County – the main word continues to be “fluid.”

The Milford town marshal recently knocked one big item off his bucket list — publishing his first book. “A Fairy’s Tale,” published under D. A. Kreider, is the first book in a trilogy Derek Kreider has planned.

Between noon Monday, June 15, and noon Wednesday, June 17, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported a total of 14 new COVID-19 cases. This brings the county’s total number of cases to 349, with two deaths.

The Claypool Town Council approved next steps for the building of a home on a vacant Section Street lot during a meeting on Tuesday, June 16.

Warsaw Community High School graduate and former teacher Brian Scott recently had a book published by Prufrock Press. 

A Cromwell woman has been arrested following a NET 43 controlled purchase.

Local leaders have announced the results of a recently completed market potential analysis showing the significance of the need for workforce attainable housing throughout Kosciusko County.

Returning to its regular meeting place in the party room of the North Webster Community Center, North Webster Town Council gathered Tuesday evening, June 16.

“Go Help Feed,” a ministry of Gospel Outreach USA, will be selling Nelson’s Chicken from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 24, to benefit The Salvation Army.

The City of Warsaw Parks & Recreation Board meeting began Tuesday, June 16, with board members expressing their feelings of loss over the recent passing of Board Member Bill Baldwin.

Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District made up for months of digital meetings by holding its first in-person, socially distanced meeting since COVID-19. The regular monthly meeting for June ran from 7 to 7:14 p.m. Monday, June 15, and was followed by a special public hearing that began at 7:30 p.m.

The Syracuse Town Council passed a resolution closing Lakeside Park and Hoy’s Beach for the Fourth of July weekend during its regular monthly meeting held via Zoom Tuesday evening, June 16.

WARSAW – Police are looking for a 21-year-old Warsaw man. Keegan Jay Hernandez was last seen at 9:30 a.m. on June 12. Family members have been unable to contact Keegan and his possible location or potential destination are unknown. Hernandez is 5’4″, weighs 112 pounds, has black hair and brown eyes. He may be driving …read more.

Dan Spalding InkFreeNews WARSAW – Democrats in Kosciusko County have fielded another candidate for the general election. Noemi Ponce signed paperwork Tuesday morning, June 16, after Kosciusko County Democrats slated her to run for one of three at-large seats on county council. She’ll challenge three Republican women, including two incumbents, for one of three seats …read more.

A Warsaw man was arrested after allegedly battering and strangling a woman.

A Rochester woman was recently arrested after purchasing illegal drugs, which led to a man overdosing and passing away.

A protest supporting the Black Lives Matter movement will happen from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, June 18, outside of the Kosciusko County Courthouse.

WINONA LAKE – Remodel Heath, faith-friendly benefits platform designed for faith-based organizations, will serve as the title sponsor for Grace Village Retirement Community’s 11th annual golf outing.

The Warsaw Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying two individuals in a theft incident that occurred at a local business on June 11.

Tuesday marks the first day Indiana’s bureau of motor vehicles has been open for walk-in business since March 23 and the department is on pace to process a record number of transactions for one day.

Between noon Friday, June 12, and noon Monday, June 15, the Kosciusko County Health Department received a total of 30 new COVID-19 cases.

Syracuse-Wawasee Trails Committee meeting was held Monday night, June 15. An update on the Conklin Bay project was discussed. A final walk through May 15 went well with minor issues being addressed.

MILFORD – To support those affected by COVID-19, Horizon Bank has donated $1,000 to the Milford Food Bank to help provide food for families in the local community. “We are so very thankful that Horizon donated to our causes during this time. This will help us keep up with the need in our community during …read more.

City Council is moving forward again with the framework to be able to hire an independent counsel in the future.

Superintendent Dr. Brandon Penrod touted the speed in which the Whitko School Corporation was able to begin E-learning when the pandemic settled in and the last day of regular in-person classes ended in March.

By Ray Balogh InkFreeNews MILFORD — The Milford churches had a plan to deliver a DVD of the “Jesus” film, an evangelistic movie depicting the life of Christ, to every home in Milford just before Easter, but the COVID-19 shutdown scuttled that schedule. Now that restrictions are easing, the churches have resurrected the goal and …read more.

SILVER LAKE – The Indiana Gaming Commission has given the Silver Lake Lions Club permission to once again host Bingo events. Bingo will resume at the Lions building in Silver Lake on Saturday, June 20.  Doors open at 5 p.m. and games begin at 6 p.m.  Bingo will continue each Saturday if enough people will …read more.

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The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the disappearance of Monte Wilson, a 76-year-old white man

The re-entry plan for the upcoming school year was briefly discussed at the Tippecanoe Valley School Board meeting held Monday night, June 15.

Three people were injured and taken to area hospitals after a single-vehicle accident north of Atwood on Sunday night.

At 5:21 p.m. Saturday, June 13, Plain Township Fire and Lutheran EMS were dispatched to a rollover accident at SR 15 and CR 600N, Leesburg.

Warsaw Community Schools and the Warsaw Community Education Association are working together in conjunction with the Indiana Department of Education, the Governor’s office, local health department, Indiana High School Athletic Association, and multiple other community leaders to develop a plan for a safe physical return to school for students and employees.

Grace College recently named Doug Baumgardner as its vice president of financial affairs and chief financial officer.

Interra Credit Union recently participated in the Credit Union National Association’s (CUNA) Marketing & Business Development Council Conference.

A Warsaw man received a four-year prison sentence in Kosciusko County Superior Court 1 Monday, June 15.

Sunny skies will dominate the weekday forecast for northern Indiana and it will grow exceedingly warm toward the end of the week.

Milford Public Library, closed due to the coronavirus since March 18, is reopening at 10 a.m. Monday, June 15.

News Release FORT WAYNE – The Fort Wayne Police Department is investigating the disappearance of Montana Schaefer, a 13-year-old white female, who is 5 feet 6 inches and weighs 185 pounds. She has blonde hair with blue eyes and was last seen wearing a green jump suit. Montana may also be riding a silver 21-speed …read more.

During a combined pageant, Madelyn Zimmerman, Milford, was crowned the 2020 Miss Kosciusko County Fair Queen, and Gabrielle Sigler, Syracuse, was crowned the 2020 Miss Teen Kosciusko County Fair Queen.

June is Audiobook Month!  Who doesn’t love getting comfortable with a good book?  It can help time pass by quickly and also help one drift off to dreamland.

  LEESBURG — At approximately 5:15 p.m. Saturday, June 13, Plain Township Fire and Lutheran EMS were dispatched to a rollover accident at SR 15 and CR 600N, Leesburg. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office also responded to the scene. No further information is available at this time.  

Monday, June 22nd is the date when the Syracuse Library is increasing hours and letting adults and children in for more services, including, picking books from the shelves to check out.

A building formerly used by Alan Tehan on Sycamore Street in Syracuse is getting a fresh coat of paint, new carpeting, computer wiring, furniture, landscaping and a new parking area. By roughly mid to late August it will be transformed into the new home of the central office of the Wawasee Community School Corporation.

Goodwill and Vets’ Community Connections are excited to be hosting the 4th annual Kosciusko Military Veteran Stand Down from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. August 21, at Ivy Tech Community College. 

An Indianapolis man faces charges after allegedly stealing a 2000 Pontiac Sedan and leading police on a high speed pursuit.

Needless to say, the most frustrating part about online journalism is the trolls and their nasty comments on Facebook. They can be evil at the worst moments in one’s life and are often off-point and beyond logic. But some of the strangest comments I’ve seen lately are the ones appearing on our coronavirus stories in …read more.

Friday June 19th from 8-9 pm please join us in a Prayer Vigil on the courthouse square in downtown Warsaw to celebrate Juneteenth, the annual American holiday to celebrate the end of slavery and the history and accomplishments of black Americans.

News Release WARSAW — The Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center of Kosciusko County has been recognized by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation as a 2020 Community Funds Grant recipient. Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center was formed in April 2020 to provide a multi-team approach in conducting forensic interviews of victims under the age of 18 …read more.

WARSAW – The fourth annual Chapman Lakes Garage Sale will be Friday and Saturday, June 12 and 13. The suggested hours will be Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m to noon. Participants may establish their own hours. The sales will be on residential properties around the lake.

Local authorities say they are reviewing policies to see if any adjustments are needed in light of the wave of criticisms nationally over police abuse.

Mission Point Church Lead Pastor Kondo Simfukwe rode along with Sheriff Kyle Dukes Thursday, June 11, for a conversation regarding race relations and how to look towards the future.

By Dan Spalding InkFreenews WARSAW – Kosciusko County Health Department has reported 21 new cases of COVID-19 in the past day, according to information released Friday, June 12. This gives Kosciusko County a total of 306 positive cases and two deaths. The health department notes that the graphic provided illustrates the active cases are those …read more.

Lutheran Health Network is urging the local community to seek emergency care when it is needed – without delay.

News Release LEESBURG —  Two people were injured in a motorcycle accident in Leesburg Thursday night. Shortly after 10 p.m. on June 11, emergency crews were dispatched to CR 700N, east of Harper Road, for a single motorcycle crash.  Personnel who initially arrived at the scene found two injured people, identified as Douglas Protzman, 63, …read more.

Chuck and Tami Mohler started Sweet Corn Charlie Produce in 1986 to provide fresh fruits and vegetables to the masses from their family farm just east of Millersburg.

One person has been arrested after injuring three people in a shooting in Goshen, Thursday, June 11.

The Animal Welfare League presents the “Pets of the Week” featuring Naomi the dog, and Olive the cat. 

GOSHEN — Elkhart County government and health officials are requesting the state delay Elkhart County moving to Stage 4 by a week. Although novel coronavirus cases are increasing in Elkhart County faster than much of the state, the county’s two hospitals are not inundated with patients. “That’s a good sign,” Elkhart County Commissioner Mike Yoder …read more.

The Watershed Foundation will be hosting several upcoming events to support healthy lakes.

Rep. Jim Banks, Indiana, member of the House Education and Labor Committee; and Rep. Tom Tiffany, Wisconsin, introduced a piece of legislation today that would halt a school’s federal funding if they refuse to reopen for in-person learning in the fall. The legislation’s title is “Reopen Our Schools Act.”

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure for State Road 25 from State Road 14 to East CR300 N beginning Friday, June 19.

News Release GOSHEN — Three people, one female and two males, were shot in Goshen Thursday night, June 11. All three were taken to an area hospital for treatment of their injuries. The names of the victims were being withheld as the incident remains under investigation. A Goshen Police officer made a traffic stop at …read more.

North Webster Community Public Library will suspend curbside service beginning June 18 while it completes the move to its new facility and prepares to open to the public.

Kosciusko County Council approved a request to provide $100,000 to the small business relief fund set up by the county’s economic development office known as KEDCo.

Topics at the Warsaw Community Schools Board of School Trustees meeting revolved around the COVID-19 pandemic as those present talked about cleaning buildings, keeping students safe and rewarding employees who have put themselves on the front lines.

The perimeters of lakes are up against a number of elements, from increased boating activity, to weather wear & tear, and concrete seawalls.

Kosciusko County Community Foundation’s Community Funds Grant July cycle is quickly approaching. The deadline to apply is by 4:30 p.m. July 1.

A Fort Wayne man will serve one year in jail after printing off photographs of child pornography at Walmart.

Goodwill Community Career Center bring services to both individuals and businesses. It hosts job fairs and hiring events for employers, as well as assisting individuals in the job search process.

Tippecanoe Township Advisory Board approved further discussed properties where a second fire station could be built and the purchase of fire equipment at its Wednesday, June 10, meeting.

Between noon Wednesday, June 10, and noon Thursday, June 11, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported 10 new cases of COVID-19. This brings the county’s number of positive cases to 283, with two deaths.

A LaPaz man was found dead of an apparent gunshot wound early Saturday, June 6, at Meadows Mobile Home Park, Nappanee.

Wawasee High School senior Evan Coblentz is one of 19 FFA members from across the state who are preparing to interview for the opportunity to serve as an Indiana FFA State Officer in the coming year.

Each year apparel featuring the Wawasee Flotilla Committee has various apparel items available to be purchased promoting that year’s event. This year is no different, but the distribution has changed.

The Grace College School of Education is working to meet the increasing demands of special education.

Dr. Andrew Simkins will deliver the message during the 10:30 a.m. worship service Sunday, June 14, at the Church of the Good Shepherd, 708 College Ave., Winona Lake.

Silver Lake Town Council approved a proposal at the June 10 town council meeting in order to be eligible for a grant that could be used to improve streets and sidewalks.

News Release SOUTH BEND – Earl D. Miller, 40, of Goshen was charged with six counts of wire fraud, one count of securities fraud, and one count of bankruptcy fraud, according to U.S. Attorney Thomas L. Kirsch II in an announcement made Thursday, June 11. According to documents in the case, it is alleged that …read more.

Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s June Member Of The Month is The Sleepy Owl Supper Club. Open seven days a week, 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, The Sleepy Owl is located at 11374 SR 13, Syracuse. This iconic restaurant has been locally owned by the Larson family for 11 years.

Safe Haven Baby Boxes INC. is thankful to announce the surrender of three babies under the Safe Haven law in the last 30 days. 

A Syracuse man has been arrested following a report from the Department of Child Services about alleged child molestation. 

Fresh perishable items and dry goods will be offered free of charge. All items will be pre-boxed and pre-bagged. First come, first served, for up to 400 households, while supplies last, for those in need of food assistance. One per household.

While Kosciusko County Community Fair officials were applauded Wednesday for canceling the fair over concerns with the pandemic, the same folks are cautiously supporting local Fourth of July fireworks plans.

On Saturday, May 30, during the protest events in downtown Fort Wayne, an Indiana State Trooper was injured by a male protestor that deployed an explosive device against officers.

As of noon Wednesday, June 10, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported 25 new cases of COVID-19. This brings the county’s number of positive cases to 277, with two deaths.

A Warsaw man has been arrested following two controlled purchases of methamphetamine conducted by the NET43 drug enforcement team.

House Armed Services Committee and China Task Force member, Rep. Jim Banks, introduced H.R. 7064 the “Stop Funding the PLA Act”

ROCHESTER — 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 Fulton …read more.

Stage 4 of Governor Eric Holcomb’s “Back on Track Indiana” plan will go into effect beginning Friday, June 12 – two days earlier than originally scheduled.