WARSAW — RE/MAX will host an ice cream social from 1 to 3 p.m. July 28. The event is free to the public and will take place at the Tourmaline building at 208 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw. Vendors at the event include RE/MAX Results, Gold Key Home Inspections, Hallmark Home Mortgage and Western & Southern …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — OrthoWorx recently hosted its first professional development of the summer for interns, co-ops and young professionals in the orthopedic industry. The event, “Social Media and Self-Branding,” was organized by the Orthopedic Young Professional Advisory, and was held at Grace College. OYPA is managed through OrthoWorx and professional development events are done in collaboration …read more.

WARSAW — Thanks to thousands of supporters in the US and across the world, MudLOVE is honored to donate its one-millionth week of clean water through its partnership with Water for Good. Giving back is a cornerstone of MudLOVE’s mission; every bracelet or mug you purchase provides one week of clean water to someone in …read more.

LEESBURG — The Field House south of North Webster on SR 13 held its ribbon cutting ceremony today, June 25. The indoor turf facility, located at 4640 SR 13, Leesburg, can be used for a variety of different sports and events. “We wanted to create an indoor facility so that people didn’t have to travel …read more.

NDIANAPOLIS — British merchant services firm Paymentsense has released its list of the best states to start a business. Indiana ranked 8th nationwide and first in the Midwest. 

WINONA LAKE — A small gathering stood on the front porch of 807 E. Canal St., Winona Lake, as the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce and the Village At Winona welcomed that area’s newest business with a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday, June 20. Port Winona Wine & Market opened about a month ago, according to co-owner …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster-Tippecanoe Chamber of Commerce has announced Tippecanoe Boat Co. as its June member of the month. The company has been on Lake Tippecanoe since 1925. Owner Bruce Pierce is the fifth generation in the business, which serves northern Indiana by offering new and used boat sales and a service department headed …read more.

  SYRACUSE —  Syracuse Elementary School’s student lunch fund was the recipient of a donation from Babes & Combs Beauty Salon, 101 E. Main St., Wawasee Plaza. In honor of its fifth anniversary, the owner and staff of the salon wanted to give back to the community. It raised $1,285 to pay for delinquent lunch …read more.

WARSAW — Founded in 2004, Response Ortho is celebrating 15 years of business, with 2019 proving to be the most exciting since joining the WishBone Medical Family of Companies. Based in Istanbul, Turkey, RO designs, develops and manufactures patented solutions for advanced fracture fixation and bone deformity correction. To date, the company has delivered 35 …read more.

PIERCETON — A local biomedical company hosted a hiring announcement event that almost had an athletic feel on Wednesday, June 12. In what was called a Signing Day Event, Paragon Medical in Pierceton celebrated the recent hiring of four students fresh off their high school graduation ceremonies. Jon Essenwein of Wawasee High School, Alex VanKirk …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Dan Konow, PA, MBA, an executive with more than 30 years of experience in local healthcare, has been chosen to be the new chief executive officer for Lutheran Health Physicians.  Konow most recently served the network as the COO of LHP from 2016 to 2017, before moving to vice president of operations …read more.

WARSAW — JB’s Furniture has initiated a huge clearance in an effort to make room for the first ever HGTV design studio in Warsaw. According to owner and founder Jon Blackwood, they have a very limited amount of time to move $500,000 of top quality name brand furniture in all departments to make room in …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Consultant Connect, a consulting agency designed to bridge the gap between economic developers and site consultants, named Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation CEO, Alan Tio, to its 2019 list of North America’s Top 50 Economic Developers. The economic development professionals selected for this list were nominated by their colleagues in both the economic development …read more.

WARSAW — Ignite Orthopedics LLC, a privately held product development and commercialization organization located in the “Orthopedic Capital of the World,” Warsaw, Indiana, announced that it has received FDA clearance to market its Radial Head Arthroplasty System. This marks the first FDA clearance for the company and represents a significant milestone in the company’s mission …read more.

WARSAW — Neurosurgeon Ian White, MD, has joined the medical staff at Kosciusko Community Hospital. He is a specialist with an office in the Beyer Building, 1205 Provident Drive, Warsaw. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call (574) 372-7677. Dr. White is an independent member of the KCH medical staff and a …read more.

WARSAW — JB’s Furniture has initiated a huge clearance in an effort to make room for the first ever HGTV design studio in Warsaw. According to owner and founder Jon Blackwood, they have a very limited amount of time to move $500,000 of top quality name brand furniture in all departments to make room in …read more.

WARSAW — Lake City Bank is pleased to announce that Michele Ganser has been promoted to assistant vice president, loan systems support manager and that Lisa Fitzgerald has been promoted to assistant vice president, retail banking administration support manager. In this role, Ganser works with bank departments to ensure that customers and bankers receive quality …read more.

GOSHEN — Candace Gleason has been promoted to the position of Vice-President of Operations Support at Interra Credit Union in Goshen, Darrin McLaughlin, senior vice-president of technology, announced recently. In her new role, she leads a variety of departments that encompass operational support to the credit union and its members. Since Gleason joined the Interra …read more.

WARSAW — The Securities and Exchange Commission recently awarded a large award to a surgeon who reportedly told his employer, Biomet, and later the commission about a kickback scheme operating in several foreign countries with the purpose of drumming up business for the Warsaw-based company, now part of orthopedic giant Zimmer Biomet. The SEC announced …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the opening of 2 Crazy Chicks Vintage at 303 N. First St.  Originally, what was a small hobby has now turned into a business adventure for owners Brittany and Barb Parrett.  In a handicap accessible, no digging required display, 2 Crazy Vintage offers vintage …read more.

WARSAW — RE/MAX Results has announced the addition of Crystal Keim to their firm of outstanding real estate professionals. Keim has joined the James Bausch Team at the Warsaw office as an associate broker.

WARSAW — JB’s Furniture has initiated a huge clearance in an effort to make room for the first ever HGTV design studio in Warsaw. According to owner and founder Jon Blackwood, they have a very limited amount of time to move $500,000 of top quality name brand furniture in all departments to make room in …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Walmart Supercenter, located at 2501 Walton Blvd., held a grand reopening ceremony Friday, May 24, to celebrate its completed remodel of the store. The Warsaw Walmart was founded 30 years ago this year. It was originally built across town in the Commerce Plaza. Approximately 18 years ago, it was moved to …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the selection of the Menzie-Reece American Legion Post 258 as the May 2019 Member of the Month. The Pierceton Chamber of Commerce is honored to celebrate the work of Menzie-Reece American Legion Post 258 as they continue their efforts to show patriotism within the …read more.

  PLYMOUTH — When it comes to understanding the constant change that is part of operating a business or managing personal finances, the partners of KuhnDillonUmbaugh have both professional and personal experience.  Formerly known as CarterDillonUmbaugh since its inception late in 2012, the name change to KuhnDillonUmbaugh reflects elevation of Justin Kuhn from a junior …read more.

INDIANA —  Interra Credit Union is once again sponsoring Shred-it Days for its members. This annual event highlights the importance of proper and safe disposal of information that can compromise accounts or identities of individuals and businesses or organizations.  Located in the parking lot southwest of Interra’s main office in Goshen, the event will be …read more.

ROCHESTER — TOPP Industries, Inc., announced that they are joining the effort to support the Indiana Governor’s WorkEthic Certificate program as a participating employer, which gives students who achieve the certification an opportunity for direct hire at TOPP. The WorkEthic Certificate is an award available to seniors at participating high schools that meet outlined criteria …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation announced Rob Parker, president and CEO of the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce was selected to participate in the third cohort of its premiere business leadership program. The Business Leads Fellowship Program trains and equips leaders from state and local chambers of commerce with resources, access to experts, …read more.

INDIANA —  Modern Healthcare’s list of the 2019 Best Places to Work in Healthcare includes all of Parkview Health’s community hospitals: Parkview Huntington Hospital, Parkview LaGrange Hospital, Parkview Noble Hospital, Parkview Wabash Hospital and Parkview Whitley Hospital, which includes Parkview Warsaw.  This award program identifies and recognizes outstanding employers in the healthcare industry nationwide. Modern …read more.

SILVER LAKE — A week ago, Metzger Trucking Company lost a beloved employee and friend, Dusty Carty. Carty was survived by a wife and three young children. Metzger Trucking Company’s employees wanted to do something to honor Carty’s life and to help his family. The company decided to host a charity truck show on June …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko Board of REALTORS held their bi-annual new member orientation on May 9. To date, KBOR has welcomed sixteen new real estate licensees to their membership since the fall of 2018. New REALTOR members pledge to protect the individual right of real estate ownership and to serve Kosciusko County well by observing …read more.

WARSAW — Peakey Enterprise LLC, located at 114 E. Center Street in downtown Warsaw, will soon reach a major milestone for a software development company: 100,000 hours of software development. The company provides cloud, mobile, web, enterprise and automation / embedded / robotic software development services. They provide their services per project or via staff augmentation. Their …read more.

Warsaw — JB’s Furniture is having a special Mother’s Day sale on Saturday to honor that special Mom in your life. When Mom arrives this Saturday, they will receive a free special gift, and 15% off all day Saturday for their special day. JB’s Furniture is located on 2101 E Center St., Warsaw.

Warsaw — JB’s Furniture is having a special Mother’s Day sale on Saturday to honor that special Mom in your life. When Mom arrives this Saturday, they will receive a free special gift, and 15% off all day Saturday for their special day. JB’s Furniture is located on 2101 E Center St., Warsaw.

Warsaw – Paddock Springs, a Trilogy Health Services Campus, is Now Hiring! The campus will be hosting Walk-In Interviews on May 7th and making immediate offers to the right candidates!  Paddock Springs is currently accepting applications for the following positions: Registered Nurse (RN) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS -The Hoosier state is being recognized on “Chief Executive’s” 2019 Best & Worst States For Business list. Chief executive officers surveyed for the annual list, rank Indiana fifth, calling it a “top state for manufacturing, agriculture and logistics.”

WARSAW — A local upstart entrepreneur has launched a new business that will not only serve a need in the community, but might also reduce carbon emissions in the process. Cory Thomas, 42, Warsaw, announced last week his new lawn-mowing business with a twist, Natural MOWmentum, an endeavor that will feature his newly purchased electric …read more.

Columbia City — Parkview Physicians Group has announced the appointment of Mark Adams, M.D., F.A.A.P. to its medical staff. Adams is a board certified pediatrician with more than 35 years of experience. He is currently accepting new patients at the Parkview Warsaw facility. Adams earned his undergraduate degree in biology at Indiana University in Bloomington …read more.

Warsaw – Paddock Springs, a Trilogy Health Services Campus, is Now Hiring! The campus will be hosting Walk-In Interviews on May 7th and making immediate offers to the right candidates!  Paddock Springs is currently accepting applications for the following positions: Registered Nurse (RN) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) …read more.

Warsaw – Paddock Springs, a Trilogy Health Services Campus, is Now Hiring! The campus will be hosting Walk-In Interviews on April 30th and making immediate offers to the right candidates!  Paddock Springs is currently accepting applications for the following positions: Registered Nurse (RN) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) …read more.

Warsaw – Paddock Springs, a Trilogy Health Services Campus, is Now Hiring! The campus will be hosting Walk-In Interviews on April 30th and making immediate offers to the right candidates!  Paddock Springs is currently accepting applications for the following positions: Registered Nurse (RN) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) …read more.

 WARSAW — CenturyLink, Inc. announced today that it has expanded broadband to approximately 18,000 rural homes and businesses in Indiana as part of the company’s commitment to bring high-speed internet to more Americans. Expanded broadband service is now available in more than 25 Indiana communities, including Warsaw, Franklin and Rising Sun (complete list of communities below), …read more.

SOUTH BEND — Amazon Logistics announced plans on Tuesday to open an Amazon delivery center in South Bend sometime later this year.

WARSAW — Warsaw Mayor Dr. Joseph Thallemer has been named the 2019 Optometrist of the Year. The Optometrist of the Year award was presented at Indiana Optometry’s meeting, the 122nd annual convention of the Indiana Optometric Association, on April 12 through 14 at the French Lick Springs Hotel in French Lick. This prestigious annual award …read more.

MILFORD — Customers of PNC Bank will be receiving notices regarding its Milford location, if they have not already. In less than two months, the branch at 127 S. Main St., Milford, will be permanently closed.

WARSAW — Flavor Freeze, which has a long history in Elkhart County, moved into the Warsaw market and opened for business on Monday, April 22. The ice cream store at 2950 Frontage Road renovated and filled the vacancy created by Sprint. The company has been in existence since 1966, has two locations in Elkhart County …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that Paragon Medical has been selected as the April 2019 Business of the Month. The award was presented to Cory Colman, group vice-president, sales and marketing, life sciences, by Dawn Boggs, Bernadene Boggs, Georgia Tenney, and Susan Mort, representing the Pierceton Chamber of Commerce. …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Parkview Health has again been named one of America’s best employers by Forbes magazine. The America’s Best Employers in 2019 list ranks the top 500 employers across 25 industries. Parkview Health was ranked Number 171 overall and Number 16 in the healthcare and social services industry, which is capped at 25 organizations. …read more.

BOURBON — Local resident Brandon Hepler, of Bourbon, recently achieved the “Winners Circle” award from Verizon Wireless. Winners Circle is awarded once a year for achieving the top 10 percent in small-medium business representatives in the Great Lakes market of approximately 180 sales representatives. The award includes a trip to Orlando, Fla. and Walt Disney …read more.

Warsaw – JB’s Furniture is proud to announce their largest inventory in their history, for this historic event. Not only are sale prices clearly marked for this event, but this Saturday JB’s is taking an additional 15% more off of every sale price, storewide. One day only Saturday, April 20, 9 a.m.-to 5 p.m. JB’s Furniture …read more.

WARSAW — A multi-billion-dollar acquisition of two large waste disposal companies will likely have a local impact, according to Tom Ganser, director of the Kosciusko County Solid Waste Management District and the Kosciusko County Recycling Depot. Ganser referred to Monday’s announcement that Waste Management, one of the nation’s largest garbage haulers, would acquire Advanced Disposal …read more.

WARSAW— Horizon Bank will be expanding the lobby hours of their Warsaw branch located at 433 Anchorage Road starting on April 20. The branch will be opening on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon to better serve the Warsaw area. Lobby hours on Monday through Thursday are from 9 a.m. to 5 pm. and Friday …read more.

WARSAW — A crowd of over 1,700 Kosciusko REMC members and their families filled Warsaw Community Church on Saturday, April 13 for the electric cooperative’s 80th annual meeting. The primary item on the agenda was the election of directors. KREMC members re-elected Kim Buhrt, John Hand and Pam Messmore to serve three-year terms. Members enjoyed a …read more.

NEW YORK — According to CNN Business, the home goods retailer says it will close approximately 40 stores but open 15.

WARSAW —  The Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation announced the local economic development organization has executed a Letter of Intent to purchase Stonehenge Golf Course.

WARSAW — Lake City Bank presented the 2019 President and CEO Commitment Award at its quarterly officer meeting to Miranda R. Jordon, assistant vice-president, commercial documentation manager. “This award recognizes individuals who have gone above and beyond in representing the bank, both internally and externally,” said David M. Findlay, president and chief executive officer. “Miranda …read more.

ALBION — Letrecia “Trish” Brown has been named the executive director of Black Pine Animal Sanctuary, a not-for-profit devoted to providing refuge to displaced, captive-raised exotic animals for the rest of their lives with a commitment to educate people about responsible animal care and conservation. Brown, a native of Kosciusko County and former city council …read more.

GOSHEN — With 25 years of experience in the mortgage industry, Ron Cannon has been hired as the vice-president of mortgage lending at Interra Credit Union, Goshen. In his new role, Cannon leads the growing mortgage department, including sales, operations and servicing. “Ron’s experience, much of it on a national level, promises to enhance Interra’s …read more.

Warsaw – Accomplish all your home improvement goals with Brouwer’s Carpet and Furniture in stock selection. 12 Months Same as Cash for a limited time! Brouwer’s Furniture located at 3333 E. Center St., Warsaw, is open from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Fridays; and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. …read more.

WARSAW — The Union Tool Corporation now offers equipment for coating and laminating a variety of flooring products. Union Tool roller coaters are used in the production of luxury vinyl tile as well as engineered flooring and carpet. These roller coaters apply a controlled and consistent amount of hot-melt or water-based adhesive to LVT product …read more.

WARSAW — Lake City Bank is pleased to announce that Randall J. Crouch has joined its retirement services team. Crouch, who is vice-president, trust officer and retirement services manager, leads the retirement services department, consults with businesses to determine the best retirement plan options, implements plans, provides fiduciary services for client companies and oversees plan …read more.

WARSAW – The Warsaw Steak ‘n Shake restaurant, located at 2455 Jalynn St., announced this morning, March 28, that the location will be temporarily closed until further notice. The restaurant posted the following statement on the front door. “We have decided to close this Steak ‘n Shake location, which is being designated for a franchise …read more.

BLOOMINGTON — Indiana University has named Kathleen Johnston the founding director of the Michael I. Arnolt Center for Investigative Journalism on the university’s Bloomington campus. Michael Arnolt, the namesake of the investigative journalism center and the man who funded it, grew up in Leesburg and was a Leesburg High School graduate.

Warsaw – Accomplish all your home improvement goals with Brouwer’s Carpet and Furniture in stock selection. Brouwer’s Furniture located at 3333 E. Center St., Warsaw, is open from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Fridays; and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. For more information, call 574-269-4070.

NAPPANEE — Weaver Furniture Barn in Nappanee is having a 30th anniversary celebration March 28, 29 and 30. The event will be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (until 5 p.m. Saturday). Refreshments will be served from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Sandwiches and drinks will be provided. Prizes will be awarded. …read more.

SYRACUSE — Gov. Eric J. Holcomb honored 65 Indiana companies and organizations recently during an event at the Indiana Statehouse, presenting each with the Governor’s Century or Half Century Business Award in recognition of each company’s longevity and service to its employees, community and the state. “Today we honor businesses that have helped lay a …read more.

WARSAW — Wildman Imprints recently hosted its first annual product showcase on-site at its Warsaw location. The showcase brought together customers and vendors from many different areas to allow a broader view into the products and services that Wildman offers. Customers such as IMI, Indiana University, Grace College, Warsaw Community Schools, and more were able …read more.

WARSAW — Texas Roadhouse in Warsaw held its grand opening ceremony today, March 25. The restaurant, located at 700 W. CR 300N, is the 27th Texas Roadhouse location in Indiana. The new location will open to the public at 4 p.m. today. Mayor Joe Thallemer and members of the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce were present …read more.

WARSAW — For some, it’s hard to argue that the closing of the old Owen’s on West Market Street in Warsaw creates a food desert since there is a bigger, newer version of the store just two miles to the east. But with the closing of the westside Owen’s on Thursday, shoppers in that part of …read more.

WARSAW — Lake City Bank is pleased to announce that Rich A. Hoover has been promoted to assistant property manager. In this role, Hoover oversees maintenance projects for company properties and manages property maintenance staff. He attended classes through the local chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors. He has been with the bank for seven …read more.

Warsaw – Accomplish all your home improvement goals with Brouwer’s Carpet and Furniture in stock selection. Brouwer’s Furniture located at 3333 E. Center St., Warsaw, is open from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Fridays; and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. For more information, call 574-269-4070.

WARSAW — The highly-anticipated Warsaw Texas Roadhouse has scheduled their ribbon and grand opening for Monday, March 25. A ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at noon hosted by the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce. Guests can enjoy their first meal at the restaurant when they open for business at 4 p.m. Monday. The restaurant will be …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Two employees of Cardinal Services were honored last week at the Indiana Association of Rehabilitative Facilities Annual Conference in Noblesville. In congratulating the two women, Cardinal CEO, Randy Hall noted that each possesses a strong standard of excellence, which Cardinal strives to achieve in all areas of the company. Christine Jameson was named winner …read more.

WARSAW — Keynote speaker, Ron Lewis with The RSL Group, is back by popular demand for two keynote sessions on Friday, April 26 at the annual Kosciusko Human Resources Association conference. The topic sessions, “The One Thing that Changes Everything: TRUST” and “Conflict is Not the Problem”, will provide you with the awareness and tools to …read more.

WINONA LAKE — SYM Financial Advisors is pleased to welcome Kris Black, CPA, and Jonathan Slocum, CFP, as its newest partners. Black serves as SYM’s Chief Financial Officer. She earned a Bachelor of Science in business accounting from Indiana University Bloomington and is a certified public accountant. She joined SYM in 2012. Black is a …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko Human Resources Association will hold its 2019 annual conference on Friday, April 26. Ron Lewis will be back by popular demand for two sessions on trust and conflict resolution. There will also be four breakout sessions with topics such as misconceptions of millennials, stay interviews, veterans in the workplace and medical …read more.

  WARSAW — SYM Financial Advisors is pleased to announce the promotion of Tami Hartman, FPQPTM, to the role of lead trader and that Shane Bradley has earned his Master’s Degree. Hartman joined SYM in 2014 and a Client Service Representative and earned the Client First Service Award in 2017. Bradley recently earned a Master’s Degree …read more.

WARSAW  — Diagnostic imaging at Kosciusko Community Hospital now includes greater options for MRI, also known as magnetic resonance imaging. A new high-field, open MRI system is available at the Beyer Building, which is located at 1205 Provident Drive in Warsaw. “The new technology combines unparalleled comfort for patients with powerful technology and an ultra-fast …read more.

SYRACUSE — Turkey Creek fire and township boards Monday, March 11, unanimously approved a $45,000 appropriation for the purchase of five SCBAs and 18 oxygen bottles to replace the fire department’s present 10-year-old inventory as recommended by National Fire Protection Association guidelines. “This will complete the cycle of SCBA replacements we began three years ago,” said …read more.

WARSAW — In what some could say was a classic example of government overreach, the U.S. banned the production of industrial hemp in 1937 with the Marihuana Tax Act — likely because the plant was affiliated with its intoxicating cousin, marijuana, — and despite the fact that industrial hemp doesn’t contain enough of the active …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Human Resources Association will host a lunch and learn workshop from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 12, at Bowen Center, 2621 E. Jefferson St., Warsaw. Please register to attend by visiting khra.shrm.org. The registration deadline is Thursday, March 7. The cost of the lunch and learn is $12 for …read more.

WARSAW — The Market Street Owens in Warsaw has officially set a closing date for March 30. Kroger announced the consolidation and closing of the location on Feb. 27, citing “ongoing poor financial performance.” Many people are concerned for residents on the west side of Warsaw, especially seniors living at Retired Tigers. Since Marsh closed in 2017, there …read more.

AUBURN — DeKalb Health and Parkview Health announced Tuesday morning the two have signed a letter of intent to develop a strategic partnership. The announcement comes following a January decision by DeKalb Health, located in Auburn, to pursue an affiliation. 

MENTONE — The town of Mentone welcomed a new grocery store on Friday, March 1, as Raber’s Kountry Store, LLC held a ribbon cutting to commemorate its grand opening at 105 S. Morgan St., Mentone, south of the town’s storied concrete egg. “This has a huge impact for the town,” said Rita Price, representing the …read more.

WARSAW — Dunkin’ in Warsaw held its grand opening ceremony this morning, March 1. The restaurant, located at 2234 E. Center St., is famous for its donuts and coffee. Mayor Joe Thallemer officiated the grand opening ceremony with a coffee toast. Members of the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce were also present at the restaurant’s opening …read more.

SOUTH BEND — “Success is really the number of people who choose to fly in and out of South Bend,” said Chris Murphy, chairman and CEO of 1st Source Bank.

KOSCIUSKO — Kosciusko County Sheriff Kyle Dukes is pleased to announce the following promotions: Rick Shepherd — Tippecanoe Valley School Resource Officer Deputy Shepherd began his career with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office in 2002. Deputy Shepherd has performed the duties of jail officer, patrol deputy, patrol supervisor and communications director. Deputy Shepherd is currently a …read more.

WARSAW — Kroger’s Central Division announced today the decision to close the Owen’s store at 302 W. Market St., Warsaw. Company leaders attribute the decision to the store’s ongoing poor financial performance. Kroger has long monitored operations, hoping the store could return to reliable profitability; however, the latest evaluations suggest such improvement is no longer realistic. Therefore, the …read more.

WARSAW — Each year, Warsaw Community Development Corporation presents Facade Grants to businesses located in the C-4 district. Glam, located at 212 S Buffalo St, Warsaw, was one of the 2018 Facade Grant recipients. Improvements included painting the side of their building and adding stars. The City of Warsaw provides matching funds for the Facade …read more.

WARSAW — Local representatives of KGP Telecommunications, Inc. today detailed plans to support workforce affected by a recently announced reduction in positions at the company’s Warsaw operations. “KGPCo is a family owned company with a strong commitment to our employees and to the communities in which we are active,” said Director of Operations David Russell, …read more.

Warsaw – JB’s wraps up Presidents Day sale with 60 months interest free financing on Tempurpedic Mattresses. Save up to $500 on select adjustable mattress sets. Sale ends February 25, 2019. JB’s has the largest selection of Tempurpedic Mattress in the state of Indiana and is open seven days a week!

GOSHEN — An hour can be powerful when almost 300 people come together to do good. That’s just what happened at Interra Credit Union’s recent annual staff development day. During Power of the Hour, employees participated in projects to help six different organizations and the clients they serve. Among the project activities, nearly 60 fleece …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The annual Home and Outdoor Show, sponsored by NIPSCO, will open its doors Friday to Sunday, March 22 to 24, at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds. Show hours will be from noon to 7 p.m. Friday, March 22; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 23; and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 24. …read more.

WARSAW — Officials from KGP Telecommunications, LLC — both at the company’s two Warsaw locations on 3454 N. Detroit St. and 2000 W. Winona Ave. and at corporate headquarters in Faribault, Minn. have still not responded to requests for information regarding a reported upcoming layoff. However, an attorney representing the company has confirmed the reduction in …read more.

WARSAW — Mark Skibowski, RE/MAX Lakes, has been presented with the prestigious RE/MAX Lifetime Achievement Award, which honors highly successful agents who have earned more than $3 million in commissions and have completed seven years of service with the company. Less than six percent of all active agents in the RE/MAX network have achieved this …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Whether a manufacturing business, service provider, retail location, sales distributor or farm – every business in Kosciusko County can gain something from the upcoming Barn & Business Breakfast, hosted by Kosciusko County Community Foundation and Kosciusko County Farm Bureau. The free event will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 5, …read more.

WARSAW — Multiple posts of social media beginning last week indicate that KGP logistics will soon be laying off workers at one or both of its Warsaw facilities. Officials with the company, both in Warsaw and at corporate headquarters in Faribault, Minn. did not return phone calls seeking confirmation. According to one employee on social media, …read more.

WARSAW — Payless ShoeSource Inc. is set to file bankruptcy later this month and may potentially close all of its stores, including the Warsaw location. According to a report from Reuters, Payless plans to close approximately 2,300 stores. The company previously filed bankruptcy in April 2017 and exited 18 months ago with $400 million in …read more.

WARSAW — Lake City Bank has announced the promotion of Douglas R. Samuels to senior vice president, corporate and institutional services manager. “Since joining the team in 2006, Doug has played a key role in developing and expanding our Corporate and Institutional Services group and has been instrumental in the growth of the business,” said …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko Community Hospital held an open house celebration Feb. 13, for the hospital’s new birthplace renovations. Renovations to the KCH Birthplace Maternity Center include updates such as a soothing labor tub and new neonatal equipment. The center offers four labor rooms, 10 postpartum rooms and a surgical suite with a private recovery area. …read more.