SYRACUSE — Parent-teacher conferences will be held from 3:15 to 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 30, at Wawasee High School. Parents will need to stop in the main office to pick up their student’s mid-term information if needed and then can walk to the classrooms of the teachers they would like to speak with. For more …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw and Winona Lake police departments have recently acquired two trek police electric bicycles. The bicycles were provided thanks to a donation from the K21 Health Foundation and purchased through Trailhouse Village Bicycles, according to a news release. Warsaw and Winona Lake Police Departments are tasked with the responsibility of patrolling several miles …read more.

SYRACUSE — On Monday morning, Sept. 23, Doug Light was already interacting with some of the Wawasee Middle School students as they arrived for school. It was Light’s first day as the new school resource officer for WMS. Through an Indiana School Safety Grant, Light will split time between WMS and North Webster Elementary as …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools honored Kosciusko Community Hospital during a special recognition at the Sept. 20 home varsity football game against Northridge. The event highlighted a continued affiliation between WCS and KCH, while also spotlighting a recent donation from the hospital. KCH staff members were invited to attend the game free of charge and …read more.

WARSAW — A fundraising auction will be held for Squadron #49, Sons of the American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary beginning at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28. It will take place at the American Legion Post #49, 301 N. Buffalo St., Warsaw. The purpose of the auction is to support the mission of the …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Community Public Library is offering a beginning genealogy class that will help people get started on researching family ancestry. This five class course will be held at 11 a.m. every Tuesday in October, beginning Oct. 1. Students will learn the standards for genealogy, how to find information online and in …read more.

MENTONE —  The Bell Memorial Public Library will recognize Banned Books Week from Sept. 22-28. Banned Books Week is an annual awareness campaign promoted by the American Library Association and Amnesty International, and celebrates the freedom to read, draws attention to banned books and highlights persecuted individuals. The Bell Memorial Public Library encourages patrons to …read more.

By Denise Keller Adult Programming Coordinator The following programs are set to take place in October at the Warsaw Community Public Library: The library will host WorkOne computer and résumé/interviewing classes. Contact the library for details. Learn how to grown successful succulents at 6 p.m. Oct. 1. This program is presented by Honey Plant. $5 …read more.

SYRACUSE — This year homecoming week at Wawasee High School also happens to be the first full week (Sept. 23-27) of the fall season. Culminating with the crowning of the senior king and queen at halftime of the football game, there will be other activities leading up to the crowning. On Monday, Sept. 23, at …read more.

WARSAW — Three firemen were sworn in as full-time employees on Friday, Sept. 20, with the Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory. The three had been on standard probation for a year before moving to full-time status. They include Cody Bixler, Tyler Colt and Ryan Marshall. The swearing-in by Mayor Joe Thallemer was conducted at the city’s Board …read more.

ATWOOD — The United Methodist Women’s group will be providing a free community breakfast, “Flapjacks and Fellowship” at Otterbein United Methodist Church from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28. Held in the church’s fellowship hall, the meal includes pancakes, sausage, eggs, coffee, milk and juice. Coordinating the breakfast are UMW members Jane Schroeder …read more.

WARSAW — Heartline Pregnancy Center will hold its 11th annual Walk for Life & 5K (Donut Dash) at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct.19.  The fundraising walk/run will start and end at the K21 Health Pavilion, 1515 Provident Drive, Warsaw, traveling through the Lake City Greenway. Each participant who registers by Oct. 1 will be guaranteed an event …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Professor Elliot Engel brought Shakespeare’s plays to life during his “How William Became Shakespeare” presentation at The Owl’s Nest in North Webster during the 2019 Author Dinner held by Kosciusko Literary Services.

MENTONE — Family Fun Day, a carnival-style, family-friendly event, is scheduled to take place at First Baptist Church of Mentone from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21. There will be games, crafts, and activities such as a bounce house and a dunk tank. Admission, games and activities are free. Snack foods, such as …read more.

SYRACUSE —  The Chautauqua-Wawasee Organization will hold the first meeting of its Reading Circle, Nov. 15. The book discussion group was formed in partnership with the Syracuse Public Library. The first book discussion over “Being Mortal” by Atul Gawande will occur at 2 p.m. in conference room 1 at the Oakwood Resort. The event is …read more.

PIERCETON — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Kao Some people call her lazy, while others call her a couch potato. AWL staff believes Kao is a relaxation guru. Kao is a three-year-old, spayed, female Domestic Short Hair mix. She has …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools will host a grand opening ceremony for its newly constructed student activity center at 11:15 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9. The ribbon cutting will take place at the activity center at the northwest side of the building near the pool entrance. An open house event will follow from 11:15 a.m. to …read more.

SYRACUSE — His voice is recognizable when he speaks, that is if you listened to WOWO radio in the ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s. Chris Roberts, who resides on Medusa Street, Syracuse, has been in television and radio broadcasting since the age of 14. He is adding a new chapter to his life. He is the …read more.

WARSAW — In partnership with Todos Juntos, the Kosciusko County YMCA celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with a two-day event from 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 23 to 24, at the YMCA. This free, family-friendly event celebrates Hispanic Heritage through music, food, dance and more. The event is open to anyone in the community. The YMCA …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department will be hosting two new events during the fall and winter months — a gingerbread house workshop and a family game night event. The gingerbread house workshop will be held from 6-8 p.m. Nov. 22, at the Center Lake Pavilion, located at 119 E. Canal Street, Warsaw. …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Tickets are now on sale for “Christmas in the Village: One Starry Night,” a gala choral and instrumental holiday concert featuring Tim Zimmerman and The King’s Brass, at 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, in the Winona Heritage Room in Winona Lake. “One Starry Night” is a joint effort featuring The …read more.

WARSAW — A mobile food pantry will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, Sept. 19, at The Salvation Army, 501 E. Arthur St., Warsaw. The items given are on a first come, first-serve basis while supplies last. If weather conditions are adverse or there is a limited amount of product available, there is …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College Homecoming will take place Friday and Saturday, Oct. 4-5. The weekend allows alumni, students and friends to reconnect, tour campus, enjoy entertainment, competition and more. “We have a lot of events that make this year’s homecoming unique,” said Denny Duncan, director of alumni engagement at Grace College. Events include a …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Lakeland Christian Academy seventh-grader Katherine Alderfer was recognized Wednesday, Sept. 18, during a ceremony honoring her as a 2020 Riley Champion. LCA students, staff and Alderfer’s family attended the event, including her parents, Kristine and Alan Alderfer; and twin sister Caroline Alderfer. Alderfer is a 13-year-old who goes to Riley Hospital for …read more.

MILFORD — The Milford Lions will hold an all you can eat sausage, pancake and eggs breakfast from 6-10  a.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, at the community building on Main Street in Milford. The money raised, via donations, will go toward community projects.

WARSAW — After nearly 45 years of practicing law in Kosciusko County, Attorney James L. Walmer has announced his retirement. Walmer moved to Indiana and began his work as an attorney in Warsaw on Dec. 14, 1974. Walmer has been a staple in the law profession during his tenure in Kosciusko County. He has received …read more.

WARSAW — At approximately 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18, officials at Warsaw Community Schools received notification of a potential safety concern at Warsaw Community High School. As per safety protocols, a precautionary lock-in was initiated to allow administrators and police to conduct an investigation. The lock-in status allows classroom activities to continue as planned. Local …read more.

  WARSAW — When the doors opened on a new academic school year last month, Warsaw Community High School welcomed a new program of character development to its offerings for students. NG3, a faith-based organization, “invests in the lives of students through intentional relationship building that involves character development, serving the community and providing an …read more.

WARSAW — Taste of  Kosciusko will take place Friday, Sept. 20.  This event will be in conjunction with the Sons and Daughters Festival starting at 5:30 p.m. in the Village at Winona.  If you taste something you like, you’ll have the chance to purchase a full meal. The Taste of Kosciusko is free to attend, …read more.

CLAYPOOL — The Claypool Town Council voted to alleviate the deputy marshal position during its meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 17. Council President Niki Miller said the reason for the position’s removal is due to the town’s need for a full-time employee in the utility and street department. “[Clerk-Treasurer] Pat and I met with the State …read more.

WARSAW — The Board of Directors for the Kosciusko County Solid Waste Management District held a pre-bid meeting for 2020 recycling contract bids on Tuesday, Sept. 17. The pre-bid meeting was held after the board’s regular monthly meeting. Four corporations had representatives at the meeting, including Borden Waste-Away Service Inc., Elkhart; Whitley Environmental, Columbia City; …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee High School Key Club is hosting its first car show Saturday, Oct. 5, at the high school in Syracuse. Registration is from 10 to 11 a.m., judging from noon to 1 p.m. and awards will be presented at 2:30 p.m. Pre-registration cost is $10 or $15 the day of the car show. …read more.

By Darla McCammon Last week, we introduced you to an artist who has led a very interesting life. Robert Hudson had big dreams as a boy. He eventually followed that “itch” and left his home in Indiana and moved out west, where he became a rodeo fan, cowboy and rancher for 20 years. His artistic …read more.

PIERCETON — The Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County will be transitioning to its new facility starting Saturday, Sept. 21. The current shelter, at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton, will be operational from Monday, Sept. 16, to Friday, Sept. 20. No abandonment kennels are located outside. Anyone with stray animals can only drop off the …read more.

WARSAW — During a regular board meeting on Sept. 16, Warsaw Community Schools’ Board of Trustees learned the school corporation was recently awarded a $100,000 school safety grant. The grant is through the Indiana Secured School Safety Grant program, which focuses on the safety and security of schools. Since 2013, the program has delivered more …read more.

Pictured, from left, are Board Member Aaron Zolman and Board President Adam Heckaman during a previous school board meeting. MENTONE — The Tippecanoe Valley School Board heard that the corporation received a $100,000 Indiana Department of Homeland Security school safety grant during the board meeting held tonight, Sept. 16. Last year, the corporation was awarded …read more.

SYRACUSE — A former school building with significant history in Syracuse is scheduled to be auctioned in November. Nappanee-based Hahn Auctioneers will auction the former Syracuse Elementary School, 502 W. Brooklyn St., Monday, Nov. 4. Real estate will be auctioned at 2 p.m. and then equipment at 3 p.m. There are four tracts to be …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Manchester University commemorates the 1787 signing of the Untied States Constitution each September with its Constitution Day lecture. “Lessons from ‘The Federalist’ for Our Times” is at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19, in Cordier Auditorium on the North Manchester campus. It is free and open to the public. For its 2019 Constitution …read more.

CLAYPOOL — The Claypool Lions Club will have a fish fry from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., or until sold out, on Saturday, Sept. 21. Fish are $10 per pound and tenderloins are $8 per pound. It is a carry-out event only at the Lions Club building on Railroad Street in Claypool. Salads, baked beans and …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library in Mentone has several reading activities and events happening in the month of September. Teen Book Club is scheduled to take place from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17, in the library’s teen room. Read a book by or about Roald Dahl. Contact Elyza at (574) 353-7234 for …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — It’s movie time at North Webster Community Public Library with a movie matinee for adults at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23, and a family movie at 5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26. The Adult Services Department will be showing a classic 1938 romantic madcap comedy with iconic actors. It is rated G and …read more.

Fort Wayne — A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared. The Fort Wayne Police Department is investigating the disappearance of Vivian Alexis Ziko, a 17 year old white female, 5 feet 1 inches tall, 102 pounds, brown hair with brown eyes, last seen wearing a yellow and grey striped shirt and dark blue jeans. Vivian is …read more.

WARSAW — A community festival, “Celebrating Us,” attracted a large crowd in downtown Warsaw Saturday, Sept. 14.  The festival was hosted by One Warsaw, a group of individuals who hope to inspire community inclusion through support, education and celebration of all people. Approximately 20 booths were set up downtown — in the city hall parking …read more.

WARSAW — As Sandra Buchanan and her husband, Gary, strolled from room to room at the new Animal Welfare League shelter Saturday, her eyes began to tear up. Buchanan used to volunteer at the old, soon-to-be-empty shelter for several years, so she is familiar with the hardships, difficulties and limitations of the old, smelly, dilapidated building …read more.

By Stephanie Hershberger Children’s Services Warsaw Community Public Library excelled once again with a vibrant summer reading program. WCPL registered 507 adults, 333 teens and 1,255 children. Not only is the summer reading program growing, but other programs are increasing too. You can check out adult, teen and children programming on Facebook, WCPL’s calendar of …read more.

WARSAW — Applications are now open for the Indiana House Republican Internship Program during the 2020 legislative session, according to State Representative Dave Wolkins. Wolkins said the internship program is a unique opportunity for college and graduate students, and recent graduates to gain valuable hands-on experience and apply their skills in a real-world setting. He …read more.

SYRACUSE — On the surface level, “professional learning communities” sounds nice, but what does it really mean? And why are they even used? PLCs have been used elsewhere and essentially the foundation has been laid for implementation in schools of the Wawasee Community School Corporation. An emphasis is being placed on them enough to bring …read more.

WARSAW — Learn what commonly available foods offer the best nutritional value during a “Get Wild About Nutrition” program. The program will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28, at the Warsaw Public Library. Join Sue Delagrange, MS, RD for this free program. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information …read more.

WARSAW — James Bausch, with The James Bausch Team at RE/MAX Results, was recently presented with the RE/MAX Hall of Fame Award, which honors successful agents who have closed more than $35 million in sales volume during their time as RE/MAX affiliates. Bausch has been working in the real estate industry for almost five years …read more.

WARSAW — Lutheran Health Network/KCH has committed to be the title sponsor for the fifth annual Freaky 5K Family Halloween Run/Walk.

WARSAW — A community festival called “Celebrating Us” will be held in downtown Warsaw from 4-8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14.  The goal of the festival is to bring everyone together and provide the opportunity to learn about other cultures and traditions. Food from around the world will be available, including tacos, jalisco, tropical food and …read more.

LARWILL — On Friday, Sept. 27, the Whitko Wildcats will come out full ROAR to work together within their local communities to clean up their schools and some of the community to which they belong. “We’ve wanted to do a service project day for our schools since last spring and now the timing is right,” …read more.

WARSAW — Approximately 125 people gathered at the Shrine Building for a Night of Hope and Recovery event on Thursday, Sept. 12, for a discussion on drug addiction within Kosciusko County. Several speakers shared their stories connected to addiction. Tommy Streeter, a 26-year-old WCHS graduate, and recovering drug addict, shared his story of recovery. Streeter …read more.

SILVER LAKE —  The Silver Lake fall cleanup date was announced at the town council meeting Wednesday, Sept. 11. Fall cleanup will be held Oct. 5. This is for Silver Lake residents only.  Items should be placed out on Friday evening, Oct. 4, because pickup will start at 7 a.m. or earlier Saturday morning. The …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko Community Hospital physicians Dr. Todd Dillon and Dr. William Remington recently presented a $50,000 donation to Kosciusko County Community Foundation, on behalf of the medical staff at KCH for the creation of the KCH Medical Staff Scholarship Fund. The purpose of the fund is to provide scholarships to students to pursue a …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Two events to benefit The Beaman Home will be held soon in Winona Lake. The Angel Run 5K Run/Walk will be on Saturday, Sept. 28, at the Winona Lake Limitless Park. On-site registration for the event starts at 9 a.m., with the run beginning at 10 a.m. Registration for the event is …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Already a member of the Kosciusko County YMCA, when Terry Powers decided to look for a part-time job it was not a stretch to find one working at the welcome center. In her nearly three years working at the YMCA, she has since become an Enhance Fitness teacher.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools will host a free, public Suicide Prevention QPR Gatekeeper Training event on Wednesday, Sept. 18, at 1 Administration Drive, Warsaw. There will be two opportunities to attend the free two-hour training. The first training will be held from 8 to 10 a.m., and the second will be from 1 to …read more.

GOSHEN — Phil Wiens, Angie Pletcher and Joel Richard have been promoted to senior-level positions at Interra Credit Union, Goshen. “With proven records of leadership within the Interra organization, these experienced people will lead teams that are singularly focused on supporting the goals of the credit union to best serve our members,” said Amy Sink, …read more.

BOURBON — The Triton Distinguished Young Woman Board of Directors recently announced the 10 young women who will vie for $4,900 in college scholarships and the opportunity to represent the community as the 56th Distinguished Young Woman of Triton. Tickets to the Sept. 21 scholarship program can be purchased from the contestants or at the …read more.

By Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer I recently attended a panel discussion with a large group of local elected officials at our annual AIM (Accelerating Indiana Municipalities) conference. Leading the discussion was a distinguished economist from Ball State University, a national site selector, and a mayor from a rapidly growing Indianapolis suburb. It was a thought-provoking …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary kicked off their annual, fruit, candy and nut sale with a visit from Terri Lynn, the owner of the company that produces the quality products for the yearly fundraiser. The sale concludes Oct. 4. Anyone interested in purchasing items an pick up a form at the Salvation Army …read more.

WARSAW — Members of the 9/11 Memorial Remembrance Committee hosted its 18th commemoration of the tragedies of Sept. 11, 2001, Wednesday night at Center Lake Pavilion in Warsaw. Mike Cox, Kosciusko County 9/11 Memorial Remembrance Committee member, began the ceremony by reminding everyone of that day’s tragic events. “Eighteen years — in the fast pace …read more.

AKRON — The Tippecanoe Valley Distinguished Alumni Class of 2019 will be honored Thursday, Sept. 12. The members of this year’s class join a noble group of Tippecanoe Valley graduates who have led successful lives while making substantial contributions to their chosen field of work or have provided outstanding service to their community, state, or …read more.

PLYMOUTH — The Beaman Home will host an open house event at Plymouth Public Library from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19. The public is invited to attend the free, drop-in event. No RSVP is required. There will be light refreshments and the community can mingle with the staff and ask any questions. It …read more.

PIERCETON — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Lando Ever since Lando lost his ship to Han Solo, he has been looking for a crew to adopt him to lead a rebellion. Lando is an eight-month-old, neutered, male Hound mix. He …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko Area Bus Service, a Medicaid-approved program of Cardinal Services, has been providing reliable, affordable alternative transportation for county residents since 1981. But even after 38 years of service, 59,000 trips a year — “we’re on course to top 60,000 this year,” said Amanda Landis, KAB’s general manager — 230 trips a day …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce celebrated the opening of the Cedarstone Children’s Bookstore, 710 N. Huntington St., Syracuse, Tuesday, Sept. 10.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse American Legion Post 223 is hosting two memorial ceremonies and urges the public to attend. The first will commemorate 9/11 with a Remembrance Ceremony, 6 p.m. tonight, Wednesday, Sept. 11, at the Syracuse American Legion, 1008 S. Huntington St. (SR 13). This honors all who lost their lives that day and subsequently …read more.

WARSAW — Live Well Kosciusko will be hosting a Community Health Well-being and Engagement Awards event at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, at the Winona Heritage Room, located at 901 Park Ave., Winona Lake. Rob Parker, president and CEO of Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce, will be Master of Ceremonies. Jennifer Pferrer, executive director of Wellness …read more.

SILVER LAKE — The Silver Lake Lions Club will host a fish, chicken & tenderloin fry from 4 p.m. until sold out Saturday, Sept. 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. Congressional Christian Church will be having …read more.

ETNA GREEN — The Etna Green Town Council discussed mobile home park variances during its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 10. Marsha Stiles, Etna Green Mobile Home Park property manager, attended the council meeting in regards to seeking approval for installing mobile homes at Lots 10 and 11 on West Spring Street. However, Stiles told …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Schools’ Board of School Trustees discussed the 2019 summer school program and elementary school athletics during a work session on Tuesday, Sept. 10. JoElla Hauselman, Edgewood Middle School principal and summer school coordinator, led the discussion on this year’s summer school program. In total, 745 students registered for the 2019 …read more.

PIERCETON — After 17 years of service, Corporal Jim Bumbaugh is resigning from the Pierceton Police Department effective Wednesday, Sept. 25. Town Marshal Tim Sammons announced Bumbaugh’s resignation during the Pierceton Town Council meeting on Monday, Sept. 9. Bumbaugh has accepted a full-time position with Whitko Community Schools as the corporation’s transportation director. At the …read more.

By Darla McCammon I first met Robert Hudson when he had his wonderful gallery in Winona Lake. He had recently returned from 20 years spent in Idaho on a ranch. From his rodeo days until now, Hudson has built on his experiences to create meaningful and beautiful artwork. I have watched his career and talent …read more.

PIERCETON — Representatives from three Kosciusko County townships, as well as firefighters, Pierceton Town Council members and township advisory board members, recently convened to continue preliminary discussions on potentially establishing a fire territory. The first discussion-based meeting, held on June 20, was set up by Pierceton Fire Chief Gordon Baker. Representatives from Washington, Monroe and …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Winona Lake Preservation Association has received a grant from the Indiana DNR’s Lake and River Enhancement program for a project on Winona Lake in Kosciusko County. The project will include a temporary closure of the public access site and ramp on the northwest side of the lake for about four weeks …read more.

SYRACUSE — Eight Cub Scouts from the Syracuse Cub Scout Pack #3828 and their families attended Family Camp at Meister Pond in Bremen from  Friday, Sept. 6, to Sunday, Sept. 8. The cub scouts participated in fishing, hiking, swimming, nature crafts, games and learning outdoor skills.  

LEESBURG — At the Leesburg town council meeting held Monday, Sept. 9, council members discussed two ongoing issues — golf carts and septics. Derek Tenney of Tenney & Sons, Warsaw, told council members that two residences on Yvonna Street had recent septic issues. Tenney said in both cases the problem occurred due to wipes being …read more.

MENTONE — Mentone’s 10th Annual Rotors Over Mentone will be held beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday Sept. 14. Helicopter rides start at 10 a.m. Come out for a day of fun with the family. Attendees will have the opportunity to see helicopters up close, or even take a ride. Visitors can tour the Lawrence D. …read more.

 WINONA LAKE — This fall, Grace College welcomed 400 new undergraduate students to its campus. Grace’s incoming class is nearly 11 percent larger than last year and one of the most diverse student bodies in Grace’s history, including 24 percent more Hispanic students. In all, Grace enrolled 1,957 students this semester, according to a news …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw will host a celebration this weekend for a new pavilion between the high school tennis and soccer complexes.

PIERCETON — Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County’s new shelter building will officially open at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 28. In partnership with Coldwell Banker The Real Estate Group, the AWL will hold its grand opening in less than three weeks. The 13,000-square-foot building, located along US 30 at 1048 S. CR 325E, just east …read more.

BOURBON —  Triton School Corporation has planned a Triton Gives Back Day for Sept. 20, 2019. This is an awesome service opportunity for scholars and staff. Anyone who would like to help may do so in any of the following ways: 1. Triton T-Shirt Drive — The school corporation would like to make sure every scholar …read more.

WARSAW — Parkinson’s Support Group of Warsaw will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13, at the administrative offices of Kosciusko Community Hospital. The group will be joined by a pharmaceutical representative and a neurological doctor, who will tell the group about a new medication for Parkinson’s Disease. Each month is an opportunity …read more.

WARSAW — The annual CROP Hunger Walk will be held on Sunday, Sept. 29 beginning at 1:30 p.m. at The Salvation Army, 501 E. Arthur St., Warsaw. The event, that started in 1969, is celebrating its 50th anniversary across the United States. The first walk was held on Oct. 17, 1969, in Bismark, N.D., and …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library will be open again on Sundays starting today, Sunday, Sept. 8. Sunday hours are from 1 to 5 p.m.  September is Library Card Sign-up Month. In honor of Library Card Sign-Up Month, Bell Memorial Public Library is hosting a Library Scavenger Hunt. This will begin on Tuesday, Sep. 3 and continue …read more.

  NORTH WEBSTER — Books by the bushel will be available at the fall book sale sponsored by Friends of North Webster Community Public Library Thursday, Sept. 19 through Saturday, Sept. 21. Hundreds of good quality, gently used books, DVDs, and puzzles will be on sale at bargain prices with proceeds going to support the …read more.

  WARSAW — Another successful Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory Family Safety Day was held today, Saturday, Sept. 7, at Center Lake Park. Parents brought their children; grandparents brought grandchildren; aunts and uncles brought nieces and nephews and adults came on their own. Thousands participated in a day of fun and educational opportunities for all ages. K-9 …read more.

By Laurie Voss, Circulation Supervisor WARSAW — National Library Card Sign-Up Month is September and we at the Warsaw Community Public Library would like to encourage you to get yours. Studies show that children who read perform better in school. Reading early supports cognitive development, improves language skills, prepares for academic success, promotes concentration and …read more.

SYRACUSE — There will be an open house from 5 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10, for the Wawasee High School super mileage car that competed in London, England, in early July. Staff and students will be available to answer questions about the car and their trip. Enter the high school through door No. 17 …read more.

SYRACUSE — With plans to take a year off from work, Jace Morgan and his wife, Rikki, bought a 25-foot sailboat from a marina in Syracuse, named it SugarBaby and did a complete restoration. Throughout the summer they lived on their boat on Lake Wawasee on and off. He had his own business and Rikki was a Spanish teacher at Wawasee High School. They gave up their stable jobs, their home and their cars to begin a new adventure living and traveling on the SugarBaby.

By CYNTHIA CATES Executive Director Kosciusko Literacy Services WARSAW — Camila is a Read to Grow Children’s Book Club graduate who is now in kindergarten at Lincoln Elementary. Read to Grow is administered by Kosciusko Literacy Services and is a countywide program. Camila is doing very well in school having mastered colors, counting, numbers, and …read more.

LEESBURG — Leesburg Grace Church invites the community to the annual Park and Play: Classic Car Cruise-In from 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28. The event is held at 101 W. School St., across from the little league fields. The First ten classic cars registered receive a $10 gift card. Peoples choice award winners …read more.

WARSAW — On Aug. 18, at the Scottish Rite Cathedral in Indianapolis, Keely Roe was crowned by Indiana Job’s Daughters as Junior Miss Indiana. Roe is the daughter of Terrence and Lori Roe, Warsaw. She has a younger brother, Griffin, and is a freshman at Warsaw Community High School. Roe also participates in her school …read more.

A hot dog eating contest, dance performances, a display of a few Porsches and live music were the highlights of Warsaw’s First Friday, tonight, Friday, Sept. 6, in downtown Warsaw. A light rain and temperatures in the low 60s didn’t keep some people away for the event. Joseph “Cole” Shepherd, Earl Frantz and Adam Harrington …read more.

WARSAW — MudLOVE is celebrating its 10th anniversary by continuing to give back to others through a party and fundraiser in Winona Lake on Saturday, Sept. 7, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. In September 2009, MudLOVE was started by Luke Wright out of a garage. The organization quickly outgrew the garage and moved to …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Kosciusko Literacy Services is hosting the 2019 Author Dinner “How William Became Shakespeare” on Thursday, Sept. 19, at The Owl’s Nest in North Webster. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The dinner raises much needed funds to provide literacy services. Tickets are $100, of which $65 is tax-deductible as allowed by law. There …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a Paint in the Park Jr. Program at 6 p.m. Friday, Sept.  20. This is a junior edition of the traditional Paint in the Park program. The $15 Registration fee includes all supplies and instruction. The event is open for ages 8-13. For more information …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Scott Eberly is the guy behind the scenes at Manchester University who sets up hundreds of chairs for commencement and steps out the spacing for each row. This summer, he and his crew of students worked tirelessly to move staff and faculty members into nearly 100 different offices. On Aug. 29, the …read more.