By Kelly Hawes Someone on Twitter said she had interviewed a guy for a landscaping job and decided not to hire him because he had a bumper sticker supporting President Donald J. Trump. “Now I’m feeling a little guilty about it,” she said. “Should I?” Her followers were pretty much unanimous in their response. “Absolutely …read more.

From left, are Jackson Lunsford, Sophie Lunsford, Justin Lunsford, Izzie, Aimee Lunsford and Vittoria D’Anuano. Photo provided. By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — The Warsaw Community School Board of School Trustees approved recommendations to hire three people in administrative and coaching positions for Warsaw Community Schools. The board met via Zoom on Monday, April 27. …read more.

Press Release SYRACUSE — Wawasee Community School Corporation wants to find out who the students are who will be entering kindergarten this fall, the class of 2033. If you are the parent of a child who will be 5 on or before Aug. 1, 2020, and who will be attending Milford School, North Webster Elementary or …read more.

WARSAW – Jonathan Murphy’s concept project Staches Till Sports is intended to help those left unemployed from the professional sports shutdowns.

SYRACUSE — The need for food is still evident in the area, as over two dozen cars had to be turned away Sunday, April 26, at Sleepy Owl, when free dinners ran out in less than 30 minutes.

SYRACUSE —A sign in the yard asked passing motorist to “honk” as they drove by to celebrate Elise Berkeypile’s 10th birthday. After all she couldn’t have the traditional birthday party. There was even a Happy Birthday banner hung on the front porch. But Elise’s birthday celebration had a special twist.

MILFORD — Contemporary Christian music filled downtown Milford Sunday morning in preparation for a unique event on Main Street. A drive-in church service was conducted in front of the Milford Town Hall, hosted by the six churches in the community.

SYRACUSE —If you haven’t had breakfast and you like pancakes and sausage, there are still plenty available at Syracuse Cafe, 607 N. Huntington St.

SYRACUSE — Just over 900 meals were handed out to those in need by two groups Saturday, April 25, in Syracuse. Those who may have arrived too late will have two opportunities Sunday, April 26, with 335 meals being offered free.

Staff Report WINONA LAKE — The “An Evening with Elizabeth Smart” event, which was originally scheduled for April 23, has been rescheduled to 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8. Smart’s presentation in Winona Lake was delayed due to county and state guideline precautions for social distancing for the COVID-19 virus. All existing tickets will be honored …read more.

Press Release NORTH MANCHESTER — Manchester University has moved its summer pharmacy camp online in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. High school and college students considering pharmacy as a career are invited to attend MU Virtual Pharmacy Week from July 14 to 17. It is free and any student with an interest in the health …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The National Federation of State High School Associations announced its newest addition to the online NFHS Learning Center platform – public address announcing.

FORT WAYNE – The Fort Wayne TinCaps are selling special shirts to raise money for local healthcare needs.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Health Department reported one new COVID-19 case, bringing the county’s total number of positive cases to 27. According to a KCHD press release, 13 people in the county have recovered from the virus. Two deaths as a result of COVID-19 have been reported. Currently, the Indiana …read more.

Staff Report SYRACUSE — The Syracuse community is continuing its support of those being affected by the coronavirus with more meal distributions this weekend and next week. Those in need will have an opportunity to get breakfast, lunch or dinner. There is even an opportunity to enjoy movie theater popcorn for a fee. Vineyard Community …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College junior Mackenzie Moeller was awarded a $2,000 Alfred H. Nolle Scholarship through the Alpha Chi National College Honor Society. Only 10 such scholarships are awarded nationally each year to students from a pool of nearly 300 Alpha Chi chapters across the United States. “These are very competitive national awards,” said …read more.

Press Release FULTON – Indiana State Police Master Trooper Randy McPike and his team of inspectors completed annual bus inspections at Caston Schools. Caston received a perfect score. This means their 24 buses had no violations the first time through the inspection line. “This is extremely rare,” said McPike. “I have been doing this since …read more.

Sarah Wright InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — Syracuse Artisans and Farmers Market will be pushing its opening to May 23 in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Syracuse Parks and Recreation Program Director Darin Lursen noted, “There will be a few changes to the market this year due to the coronavirus. We are going to delay opening day …read more.

Press Release WINONA LAKE — An Early Childhood Alliance Pop Up Center will be opening at Winona Lake Grace Brethren Church on Monday, April 27, to provide free, temporary childcare for essential healthcare workers. The center will be open from 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. According to a press release from the …read more.

Press Release WARSAW – The Kosciusko Board of REALTORS’ annual charitable endeavors are all based on the needs of the children of Kosciusko County. For example, each year KBOR awards three $1,000 college scholarships to high school seniors or currently enrolled college students. They partner with Combined Community Services to provide back-to-school backpacks each fall and …read more.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — Madison Elementary School educators, community members and students recently teamed up to create a GoFundMe campaign called “Feed3,” which benefits local restaurants, students and nurses. The GoFundMe was started on April 15 by Madison Elementary Principal Ben Barkey. Funds raised are used to purchase family-style food from local restaurants, …read more.

By Ray Balogh InkFreeNews WARSAW — As two Warsaw mental health providers will attest, the road to recovering from quarantine-related stress can take divergent paths. Bowen Recovery Center In a recent press release, Bowen Recovery Center of Warsaw announced its counselors are “providing psychiatric, therapy and community-based services over the phone.” The release explained, “Moving …read more.

Press Release PIERCETON — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Buddy Buddy is an active boy who is always ready to go. He is a four-year-old, neutered, male German Shepherd mix. He is a very distinguished looking chap with his black …read more.

By Lasca Randels InkFreeNews WARSAW — Some people switch jobs frequently in a quest for continual change, higher salary, different title or a new environment.  Others — like Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department Superintendent Larry Plummer — find a job they love and stick with it.  Plummer began working full-time with the parks department Sept. …read more.

Press Release SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce board of directors, ambassadors and executive director unveiled new logos for the chamber and the new SWCC Foundation Tuesday, April 21. Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber’s new logo was crafted based on the membership services and support it provides for the community while keeping with the nautical theme, according to …read more.

Press Release WARSAW —  The Indiana School Boards Association recently announced winners for the Exemplary Governance Awards (EGA) Program for 2019. Winners include Warsaw Community School Board members Jay Baumgartner and Jeremy Mullins for Region 2. These individual school board members and collective school boards have shown extensive dedication to their professional development by attending …read more.

Press Release WASHINGTON, DC — As Americans spend more of their time online, connecting virtually amidst a historic pandemic, Rep. Jim Banks is introducing a bill that would warn consumers before they download an application from countries that pose a national security risk. Celebrities, families and teens have flocked to mega-popular app TikTok during COVID-19 …read more.

Press Release WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Health Department is using a survey aimed at the general public regarding COVID-19. According to Nichole LaLonde, KCHD epidemiologist, the department is hoping to use survey responses to determine how many county residents may have contracted the virus in earlier months, as well as how many people are …read more.

Press Release MILFORD — Decorations not on foundations should have been removed by April 15 at Milford, Mount Pleasant and Salem cemeteries, however, some items still remain, including shepherd’s hooks which are not permitted, according to Becky Alles, Van Buren Township Trustee. These items that remain will be removed and disposed by cemetery maintenance personnel. …read more.

Thanks to instructor Don Swartzentruber, I interviewed Advanced Placement art student and Warsaw Community High School senior Chloe Romack. One of the first questions I asked her was “How has the coronavirus pandemic affected you?”

Press Release MILFORD — Gene Hollenberg, Camp Alexander Mack executive director, announced Monday evening, April 20, Camp Mack will not be able to provide its regular summer camp this year. “In the last several weeks, the COVID-19 pandemic has kept us mostly in our homes and physically apart from one another. With many staff members …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College engineering students Erin Lawhon and Abbott Joy are 3D printing ear guards to donate to local organizations on the front lines of COVID-19.

SOUTH BEND – The South Bend Cubs are offering several curbside pick-up options featuring items from its concession stand menus.

Press Release AKRON — Tippecanoe Valley High School have announced the valedictorian and salutatorian for the 2019-20 school year. Kirstyn Yoder has been named TVHS valedictorian. Yoder is the daughter of Christopher and Tracy Yoder. She plans to attend Purdue University with a double major in actuarial science and statistics and a minor in business …read more.

ROSEMONT, ILL. – The Big Ten Conference today formally announced the formation and membership of its first-ever Task Force for Emerging Infectious Diseases.

By Sarah Wright InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — On Monday, April 20, cars wrapped around the block of Main, Harrison and Pearl streets and SR 13 before being shuffled six at a time into the alley alongside Huntington Street Bar & Grill to receive free meals. The business was the latest location in Syracuse to offer them …read more.

Pictured, from left, are Corporation Treasurer Jessica McFarland, School Board President Aaron Zolman and Superintendent Blaine Conley during the live-streamed meeting. By Maggie Kenworthy InkFreeNews AKRON — The monthly Tippecanoe Valley School Board meeting was held virtually via a Facebook Live video Monday night, April 20. The board heard a report from Lori Tilden-Geiger, director …read more.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — Several local businesses partnered together and volunteered to provide 200 free meals of chicken and rice to those affected by COVID-19 in Warsaw. A line of vehicles circled around Cardoso Café, 803 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw, at the beginning of meal distribution on Monday, April 20. The restaurant serves …read more.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WINONA LAKE — A Winona Lake-based media and content creation company is helping out local restaurants and businesses by offering in-kind video services during the pandemic. Clear Vision Media, 801 E. Canal St., Winona Lake, was started in 2015. The company has worked with people in northern Indiana, Michigan and Florida …read more.

Press Release MENTONE — The Food Bank Of Northern Indiana in cooperation with The Salvation Army of Kosciusko County will distribute food boxes to families in need from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, April 22 at Mentone Elementary School. The school is at 301 East Jackson St, Mentone. The truck and volunteers will be at …read more.

MILFORD — The distribution of free dinners and food items continues to be provided to those in need in Milford and Syracuse. Milford Food Bank will once again host a public food giveaway from 2-4 p.m. Wednesday, April 22, at the food bank location, 111 S. James St., Milford. Those who plan to participate in this event are …read more.

Press Release NORTH WEBSTER — Although the North Webster Community Public Library building is closed for the health and safety of the community, the library continues to offer many online services through its website at www.nweb.lib.in.us. Patrons can use their Evergreen library card to download e-books and audiobooks onto their computer or mobile device by clicking …read more.

Press Release WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools recently announced the retirement of Lincoln Elementary School Principal Cathy Snyder. The longtime principal informed her staff she will be retiring at the end of the 2019-20 school year. Snyder attended Indiana University in South Bend while she worked at McDonald’s to pay her tuition. At McDonald’s, she …read more.

Press Release WARSAW — Local businesses are coming together to provide 200 free meals to those in need. The 200 free meals with chicken and rice will be handed out at 3:30 p.m. Monday, April 20 at Cardoso Cafe, 803 South Buffalo St., Warsaw, according to a post on the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce Facebook page. …read more.

  By Lasca Randels InkFreeNews WARSAW—Two local men are taking steps to help keep our community safe during the COVID-29 pandemic.  Scott Michael Clay and David Barfell, both of Warsaw, have started a fundraising campaign to purchase KN95 masks that will be distributed to essential workers and to the general public at different locations around …read more.

Press Release WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools has posted all information for its annual kindergarten round-up on the district website at warsawschools.org. The website’s frequently asked questions (FAQ) link has a page titled Kindergarten Class of 2033 with information for parents on the registration process and contains links to necessary documents and forms. The enrollment …read more.

FORT WAYNE – In an effort to feed more individuals suffering from the economic effects of COVID-19, the Fort Wayne TinCaps have partnered with Community Harvest Food Bank to distribute food.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The distribution of free dinners and food items continues to be provided to those in need in Milford, North Webster, Syracuse and Ligonier. Free meals for families in need will be distributed from 5-7 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at Milestones Early Education Center, 111 S. Harrison St., North Webster. “Milestones Mama Mia!!” …read more.

SYRACUSE — The last day of school for students in the Wawasee Community School Corporation will be Thursday, May 21, according to a letter WCSC Superintendent Tom Edington sent to parents today, Friday, April 17. The letter also announces the high school administration is still working on a plan for what graduation will look like …read more.

Press Release LEESBURG — Tippecanoe Lake Country Club recently announced the opening of a new pool complex and eatery at its establishment. The new facilities being added to the Leesburg Country Club will be available beginning in the late spring or early summer. The new outdoor pool will feature a zero-entry end with water features, …read more.

Press Release INDIANAPOLIS — The Kroger Family of Companies recently announced the acceptance of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for pickup. The low-contact, convenient service allows customers to shop online for groceries on kroger.com or the Kroger app and pick up their order curbside at a nearby Kroger store. Kroger operates the Owen’s store …read more.

By Maggie Kenworthy InkFreeNews AKRON — The monthly Tippecanoe Valley School Board work session was live-streamed on Facebook from the administration office Thursday night, April 16. The main item of business discussed was the grading policy regarding the high school’s graduating class.  TVHS Principal Brandon Kresca told the board that most of the school’s procedures …read more.

By Tim Ashley InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — Like many other teachers, Nate O’Connell is dealing with the reality digital learning has become the norm for now, especially since Gov. Eric Holcomb ordered all school buildings to be closed for the duration of the school year. O’Connell, a 1997 graduate of Warsaw Community High School, teaches math …read more.

By Jim Banks US Congressman While no one needs a reminder that our nation is under extreme duress due to COVID-19, I do think we all need a reminder that the best of America is on display right here at home in northeast Indiana. In the last month, as my team and I have made …read more.

AKRON — Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation is currently starting its pre-registration enrollment period for the 2020-21 school year. Parents can enroll children who will be age five by Oct. 1 into TVSC’s kindergarten program. Pre-registration is available at the following links for Akron Elementary School and Mentone Elementary School.

By Jeff Burbrink Purdue Extension Elkhart County GOSHEN — Spruces all over the Midwest are going through a decline. There is not a whole lot we can do about it.  While beautiful in shape, color and texture, spruces are not native to our region, and that plays a role in their demise. Affected spruce often …read more.

By Sarah Wright InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — What started as a unique way to recognize local 2020 graduates who have had major milestones derailed by COVID-19 has ballooned to include students from all over northern and central Indiana. Travis Davidson, owner of Davidson Auto Deals in Syracuse, has been blown away by how quickly the public …read more.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — Distilleries throughout the United States have moved from making spirits to sanitizer amidst the virus pandemic. A local distillery is following suit through giving back to the community by making hand sanitizer and donating it to organizations in need. Streven Distilling Company, connected to the Instru-Med building on North Detroit …read more.

WEST LAFAYETTE — Due to the continued spread of COVID-19 and the important need to slow this spread, this week Purdue University and Purdue Extension announced the decision to extend the existing ban on face-to-face events through June 30. A decision regarding July events will be made on May 15. The decision conforms with federal …read more.

KIMMELL — Larry and Barbara (Bair) Wilkinson of Kimmell recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. They were married April 4, 1970, at the Wolf Lake Baptist Church. Rev. Max Benson officiated at the ceremony.

NORTH WEBSTER — Up to date on its technology, the board of directors of the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce meet via Zoom online for its Monday, April 13, meeting. A majority of the board was present. On the agenda was the Dixie Day Festival, chamber projects to unite the community and how to help local businesses during the pandemic.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Town Council held a meeting Wednesday, April 15, in the town hall annex. It featured social distancing. All participants sat at least 6 feet apart and hand sanitizer was available to use due to the restrictions in place because of the novel coronavirus pandemic. The main orders of business were …read more.

CLAYPOOL — For someone who “just loves to be busy,” Janet Warren was content Thursday, April 9, to stay quarantined at her Claypool home and watch the parade thrown in her honor. Her family members and friends assembled a festive vehicular caravan to celebrate her 88th birthday and slowly rolled past her house, balloons dancing …read more.

WARSAW —  Wildman Business Group, a linen supply business located in Warsaw, recently laid off 48 employees due to the pandemic. The layoffs are expected to be temporary. The company notified the Indiana Department of Workforce Development regarding the layoffs. A letter written by Audrey Russell, director of human resources at Wildman Business Group, points …read more.

AVILLA — The Noble County Health Department confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported at the Sacred Heart Home long-term care facility in Noble County, including the first death in the county. “We know that people older than 60 with underlying health conditions are most at risk during this pandemic,” said Dr. …read more.

NAPPANEE — NorthWood High School senior Kylee Gall has been awarded a Steven C. Beering scholarship from Purdue University. The scholarship covers tuition, room and board for one bachelor’s degree, one master’s degree and one doctoral degree at Purdue or medical school through Indiana University. The scholarship also includes funding for a study abroad experience. …read more.

WARSAW — A local fitness studio is offering free online classes while Gov. Eric Holcomb’s stay-at-home order is in place. Giverny Fitness Studio, at 207 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw, currently has nine trainers who are instructing a wide variety of classes such as yoga, body sculpt, low impact Zumba and Ki-Hara resistance stretching. The free …read more.

By VIRGINIA APARICIO Extension Educator – Health and Human Sciences As the coronavirus pandemic continues to spread, measures to contain the virus have disrupted our food systems and supply chains. While shoppers stockpile at grocery stores in fear of a food shortage, farmers all over the country struggle with an abundance of food initially meant …read more.

SYRACUSE — Monday, April 13, Polaris Inc. announced it has made the strategic decision to focus its marine investments and growth efforts on its flagship boating brands. As a result, Polaris will stop producing Rinker, Striper and Larson FX boat brands at its Syracuse plant in June. “This decision was made after extensive consideration of …read more.

WARSAW – The passing of North Central athletic director Paul Loggan will have schools from around the state turning on their football lights in his honor.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce announces the official formation of the SWCC Foundation Inc. and the recent receipt of its nonprofit 501c3 status from the Internal Revenue Service March 31 in a letter received April 9. The SWCC Foundation Inc. will create, promote and develop the economic, civic, cultural and social welfare of the …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Commission for Higher Education has selected schools to receive Residency Planning Grants to develop teaching residency programs. Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation was one of six public school corporations selected to receive a $1,000 Residency Planning Grant to develop future teacher residency programs. TVSC partnered with Huntington University. The grant will be …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Meals, whether it was cheese pizza; roast beef, green beans and mashed potatoes; or ham and green beans, were handed out Saturday afternoon by two groups in North Webster. Both started before 4 p.m. and by 5 p.m. nothing was left. “Thank you so much” was heard repeatedly by those waiting in …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The 2020 North Webster High School Alumni Banquet has been cancelled for this year, according to Ron Shipley, president of the association. The banquet was to be held July 11 at the North Webster Community Center. Shipley and the committee of Fran Bowser, Cheryl Leedy, and Cathy Shipley felt that due to …read more.

SYRACUSE — Hungry for pancakes, sausage and eggs for breakfast? There’s still time to make it over to the Syracuse Knights of Columbus Hall, Sycamore Street, Syracuse, to get a free breakfast. The breakfast will be available until 10 a.m. An Easter card will be given to each person coming through the curbside delivery, located in …read more.

WARSAW — For many of us the stay-home order has provided a break from the everyday routine, isolating at times, but otherwise not overly demanding of us. For those designated as essential, it’s another story, said a news release from Cardinal Services. Take, for instance, Cardinal Services’ employee, Steph Abbott. The mother of five has …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Church of God M.O.M.S (Mornings On Main Street) group and Bourbon Street Pizza are teaming up to demonstrate their care about the local community. The two will hand out 200 cheese pizzas between 4-6 p.m. or until gone, Saturday, April 11, at Bourbon Street Pizza, 643 N. Main St., North …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A group of businesses and individuals are hosting a Giving Back event starting at 4 p.m. Saturday, April 11, The event will be held at The Owls Nest, 7369 E. 800N, North Webster and will offer free curbside meals for anyone in need for Easter. The 500 free meals include roast beef, …read more.

MILFORD — Milford Food Bank, 111 S. James St., will be providing a weekly food giveaway to the public in Ligonier and Milford. The giveaway will be held at 2 p.m. twice a week, once in Ligonier and once in Milford. There is no limit to the number of people being served at each location. …read more.

WARSAW — Ivy Tech Community College State Board of Trustees member Marianne Glick and her spouse Mike Woods have committed $500,000 in matching funds across the state for Ivy Tech’s newly established COVID-19 relief fund to assist students. The COVID-19 relief fund will provide increased flexibility to assist Ivy Tech Fort Wayne and Warsaw in …read more.

NAS LEMOORE, CALIF. —Elizabeth “Betsy” Rozow, a member of the U.S. Navy and daughter of Steve and Heidi (Beer) Rozow, formerly of Milford, has her name on one of the FA-18F Super Hornets along with her hometown. The honor occurred Tuesday, April 7. “It’s a lot of recognition for a little town like Milford to …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Eight Indiana State troopers assigned to the Indiana Toll Road Post received their patrol cars on April 7 after successfully completing three months in the ISP Field Training Program. The probationary troopers graduated from the 79th Indiana State Police Recruit Academy in December 2019. The entire class was issued their new Dodge Charger …read more.

SYRACUSE — The second annual Wawa-Brewski event was cancelled for 2020 due to safety precautions surrounding the COVD-19 pandemic. Those who had already purchased tickets will be receiving a refund.

WARSAW — Education presses on during the coronavirus pandemic. Due to available technology, students in Warsaw Community Schools are able to use their electronic devices to continue learning while at home through eLearning days. For the rest of the school year, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays are eLearning days, while Tuesdays and Thursdays are waiver days, …read more.

SILVER LAKE – An active criminal investigation is taking place after 56 dogs were removed from a home in Silver Lake Tuesday night, April 7.  The dogs, reportedly all Chihuahuas, have been taken in by the Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County where they were scheduled to be assessed Wednesday afternoon by Dr. Carla Carlton …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Food Bank of Northern Indiana, in cooperation with The Salvation Army of Kosciusko County, will distribute food boxes to families in need from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, April 15, at the main entrance to Wawasee High School, 1 Warrior Path, 12659 N. Syracuse Webster Road, Syracuse. The food bank will be …read more.

By Doug Lemon In this unprecedented season of trial and uncertainty, the citizens of our community are eager to hear and read more from local leaders concerning our preparedness (or lack thereof) for the pandemic which is sweeping across our nation and our state.  Kosciusko County has been my home for the whole of my …read more.

PIERCETON — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 1048 S. CR 325E, Pierceton. Bob Barker Bob Barker, come on down. You’re the next AWL Pet of the Week. Bob Barker is a one-year-old, neutered, male Staffordshire Bull Terrier mix. He has a jet black and white …read more.

MILFORD — The Milford High School Alumni Banquet has been cancelled for this year, according to Ron Baumgartner, president of the association. Baumgartner said “with the coronavirus pandemic impacting our communities today, we feel that the effect of the virus will be with us for some weeks and months to come. Even if the shelter …read more.

MILFORD — Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Milford Fest Committee of the Milford Lions Club has decided to cancel Milford Fest 2020 that was scheduled for Saturday, May 23. “This was a difficult decision, but the safety and health of our community and our festival guests is of the utmost importance to us. “We …read more.

WARSAW — Each year, Kosciusko REMC awards scholarships to local students who plan to attend a higher learning institution in the upcoming school year. The winners are typically selected by drawing at the cooperative’s annual meeting, which was slated to be held on March 28. The meeting was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic; winners …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The recipient of the 2019 Indiana State Police Forensic Scientist of the Year is Stacey R. Hartman, whose accomplishments during that year are worthy of such recognition and have earned her this award. The Indiana State Police Forensic Scientist of the Year Award is presented annually to a forensic scientist within the laboratory …read more.

Pictured is the Tippecanoe Valley school bus that was stopped to pick up children on SR 25 on Oct. 30, 2018. Photo by the Indiana State Police. ROCHESTER — The National Transportation Safety Board has ruled that Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation is partially to blame in the fatal 2018 Rochester bus stop accident that killed …read more.

  SYRACUSE — The Syracuse-Wawasee and North Webster-Tippecanoe chambers of commerce are partnering together and asking their communities to #UNITEWITHLIGHT. From 8-9 p.m. Saturday, April 11, all chamber and community members are asked to turn on any kind of light — whether it be an outside light, battery-operated candle, flashlight, Christmas lights or porch lights …read more.

FORT WAYNE — The Indiana State Police are cautioning people to be vigilant in protecting their personal information over the next few months to avoid being scammed with the reported forthcoming economic impact payments (commonly referred to as stimulus checks.) There will undoubtedly be those who will attempt to take advantage of the situation. Scammers …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Health Department reported that as of noon Tuesday, April 7, no new positive COVID-19 cases have been reported. This leaves Kosciusko at a total case count of 14 positive cases. Common symptoms of COVID-19 include a high fever, cough or sore throat, shortness of breath, body aches, and a loss …read more.

WARSAW — First Federal Savings Bank recently made a $10,000 donation to the Kosciusko County Community Foundation’s Board Rapid Response Fund in order to help respond to community needs as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Using the Board Rapid Response Fund, the Community Foundation is joining with other area funders to provide grants to …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Kroger Family of Companies recently announced the adoption of customer capacity limits to further encourage physical distancing in stores. Beginning Tuesday, April 7, the retailer will begin to limit the number of customers to 50 percent of the international building code’s calculated capacity to allow for proper physical distancing in every store. …read more.

CLAYPOOL — A vehicle parade is being held for a nine-year-old Claypool girl who is battling cancer. Payton Slaymaker was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor, also known as a DIPG, in July 2019. Slaymaker will be starting her second round of radiation on April 9. Family members are asking the public to show their …read more.

Editor’s note: An earlier version of this story incorrectly said state parks would close. INDIANAPOLIS — Gov. Eric Holcomb announced during a press conference on Monday, April 6, that all Indiana campgrounds are ordered to close in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Holcomb signed an executive order on Monday that addresses several topics, …read more.