The following is a list of Fourth of July weekend fireworks displays and special events. AKRON Friday, July 4 – 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. the Fireman’s breakfast will take place Friday, July 4 – 6:45 to 7:45 a.m. the 5K walk/run registration will begin at Akron Elementary school with the race beginning at 8 …read more.

Indianapolis – Wizard World Inc. plans to expand its schedule of pop culture conventions to a minimum of 22 shows in 2015, including at least nine new venues, it was announced today by John Macaluso, Wizard World CEO. The series, which includes 16 cities in 2014, will add San Jose, Calif.; Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; Cleveland; …read more.

Warsaw Community Schools Summer School classes were cancelled today due to extensive damage and power outages that occurred as a result of the storms in Kosciusko County early this morning, but representatives from the Indiana Department of Education have advised WCS that lost instructional time resulting from the cancellation will not need to be made up. Summer …read more.

Repairs are needed for the water utility system of the Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District and it will take nearly $2 million to pay for the improvements. During this morning’s county commissioners meeting, a water utility preliminary engineering study report was presented by Brian Houghton and Jeff Hersha of Jones and Henry Engineers. Houghton noted the …read more.

On June 28, 2014 Skyler Spore was found dead inside a residence 202 W. Washington Street in Syracuse. An autopsy was conducted by the Kosciusko County Coroner’s Office through the Northeast Forensic Center in Fort Wayne. The cause of death for Skyler Spore is pending toxicology tests but appears to be consistent with carbon monoxide …read more.

The driver of a full-sized van was airlifted to a Fort Wayne hospital by Lutheran Air following an accident on SR 15 at CR 600 South. Reporter Alyssa Richardson was on the scene of the crash, that happened at about 1 p.m. According to an officer with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, one individual was …read more.

The early storm this morning, Tuesday July 1, caused quite a bit of damage throughout the Syracuse area. Trees fell on several cars and limbs were everywhere throughout the area. Power lines were down with the the area north of Chicago Street and Oakwood Park having no power. Syracuse Police Chief Tony Cirello has been …read more.

Thanks to SPO readers for the storm photos. To add photos of the July 1, 2014 Storm damage, email [email protected]. Please provide a location.

At 1:45 a.m. this morning, a Syracuse man was injured in accident involving a fallen tree on South County Line Road West of CR 43, 3 miles north of the Syracuse city limits. According to a news release provided by the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department, the driver, who was identified as a 61-year-old male, was …read more.

KREMC is currently reporting just under 500 outages. Additional crews from United REMC and Northeastern REMC have arrived and are working with KREMC crews. KREMC reminds everyone to stay away from downed lines, and to contact the co-op immediately to report these issues. To report an outage or downed power lines call 574-267-6331 or 1-800-790-7362. …read more.

The State Ballet Theatre of Russia presents “Swan Lake” at the Morris Performing Arts Center on Thursday, January 22, 2015, at 7:30 p.m. The performance is a full-length ballet in four acts with 50 of Russia’s brightest ballet stars to bring this romantic tale of true love to glorious life! Founded by legendary dancer and …read more.

What started out as a report of a downed tree has turned tragic for family, friends and the community of Winona Lake. Early this morning, storms ravaged through the sleepy town of Winona Lake, knocking power lines and trees down in their path. Emergency personnel were dispatch shortly after the storm’s wake at 1:30 a.m. …read more.

The national weather service has issued a tornado warning for the Northwestern part of Kosciusko County. Please read below for details. TORNADO WARNING FOR… WESTERN ELKHART COUNTY IN NORTH CENTRAL INDIANA… NORTHWESTERN KOSCIUSKO COUNTY IN NORTH CENTRAL INDIANA… NORTHERN MARSHALL COUNTY IN NORTH CENTRAL INDIANA… SOUTHERN ST. JOSEPH COUNTY IN NORTH CENTRAL INDIANA… * UNTIL …read more.

A photographic exhibit is being hosted and sponsored by The North Webster American Legion from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, July 2. The exhibit is titled Vietnam: Through The Lens. Ron Wooldridge enlisted in the Army on Jan. 10, 1966, when he was 21 years old. His basic training was at Fort Leonard Wood, …read more.

Yesterday the town of Syracuse was left heartbroken with the news of the death of 12-year-old Skyler Spore, who passed away unexpectedly in his home at 202 W. Washington St, Syracuse. Today, as family and friends grapple for answers, good samaritans throughout the community are working on raising a memorial fund for the young boy …read more.

Feld Entertainment, Inc., producers of Disney On Ice and Disney Live!, is bringing top performing cable TV series for preschoolers to the stage in Disney Junior Live On Tour! Pirate & Princess Adventure. Featuring characters from the smash hits Sofia the Firstand Jake and the Never Land Pirates, the 2014-2015 tour of this production launches …read more.

A former Warsaw resident is looking to her old hometown for help. “I was born three and a half months premature. I’ve been disabled since birth,” says Brook King, a Warsaw Community High School alumni who suffers from Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy. “I’m considered quadriplegic because me C.P. effects all my limbs. I need help with pretty …read more.

Cold Case Investigators with the Indiana State Police are seeking the public’s assistance in trying to solve a murder case that occurred nearly 40 years ago in either Kosciusko or Noble County. According to Detective Kevin Smith, then 17-year-old Laurel Jean Mitchell was last seen leaving work at Epworth Forrest in North Webster at approximately …read more.

Mary Hoffman and Ruth Ridgway were both part of Mentone High School’s graduating class of 1934. The two were school pals. “We spend our first grade at Mentone School, in an old brick building,” says Hoffman. “Our paths crossed again in eighth grade and we finished high school together.” The two fondly recall hanging out …read more.

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for portions of northern Indiana and southwest lower Michigan. According to the NWS, there is a chance for thunderstorms through this afternoon with isolated wind gusts up to 60 mph possible within the strongest of the storm cells. Thunderstorms are expected tonight with a greater …read more.

With summer in full swing and people traveling to summer destinations, citizens are reminded to take extra caution as it relates to small children and hot cars. Tragically each year, particularly during the summer months, there are reports of child deaths as a result of being left in hot cars. According to the National Highway …read more.

“I believe everybody can do art. They just may not have found their medium yet,” says Lisa VanMeter. “Once I found printmaking, I knew I’d be doing it the rest of my life.” VanMeter, her husband JB and children, Claire and Ben, split their time between a cottage on Tippecanoe Lake and a home in …read more.

[weaver_youtube MTdzsxOTGQM rel=0]   Temperatures were almost 80 degrees with the humidity making it feel like 82 degrees. Many sat along the Mermaid Festival parade route under the shade of trees and buildings, while others sat under umbrellas. Those umbrellas proved to shelter people from more than the sun as 25 minutes before the 4 …read more.

[weaver_youtube 66OP2TZDPd4 rel=0]     McKenna D’Arcy, Goshen,”Miss Dewart Lake” daughter of Kevin and Sharlyn D’Arcy, was crowned the 2014 Queen of Lakes Saturday evening in North Webster. “I’m completely shocked. I wasn’t expecting to be named queen,” stated D’Arcy. The 2014 Concord High School graduate stated this gets her one step closer to college …read more.

Kosciusko County Cancer Fund hosted its annual Cocktails for Cancer fundraising event Saturday, June 28. It is one of several events the fund hosts each year to raise money to further its mission of reducing the challenges facing cancer patients and their families by financially assisting them during their fight. CCF fundraising committee chairperson Sandy …read more.

A number of people turned out to look at the more than 50 classic boats on display during the Antique & Classic Boat Show Saturday, June 28. This is the second year for the show, which is organized by the Indiana Chapter of The Antique & Classic Boat Society and hosted by Oakwood Resort. While …read more.

The death of Skyler Spore, 12, 202 W. Washington St., Syracuse, is continuing with an autopsy to be conducted at the Northeast Forensic Center in Fort Wayne. More information will be released when it is gathered and confirmed. Turkey Creek Fire Territory EMS was called at 3:47 p.m. today to the residence on a report …read more.

The U.S. 7th Circuit Court of Appeals in Chicago has granted the State of Indiana’s emergency motion for stay in the recent ruling on Indiana’s marriage law. This means the order Wednesday, June 25  by U.S. District Court Richard L. Young, finding Indiana’s marriage definition unconstitutional, is now halted, pending resolution of this appeal in …read more.

Follow the signs of the “Daisies” is what over 70 individuals did before noon Saturday for the Syracuse-Wawasee Garden Walk. The walk began at 10 a.m. and will end at 3 p.m. For those who didn’t purchase tickets ahead of time, tickets are available at any of the homes mentioned below. A few sprinkles with …read more.

National, State and local leaders met June 17 to discuss tobacco control and cessation efforts in Indiana and across the United States. Hosted by the Indiana State Department of Health’s Tobacco Prevention and Cessation division and State tobacco control partners, the “2014 Partner Information X-Change: Not Another 50 Years,” took place at the Marriott East …read more.

Indiana Governor Michael R. Pence recently signed a proclamation declaring the week of June 23-29 as Amateur Radio Week, and to celebrate this week, Hoosier Lakes Radio Club, based in Kosciusko County, will be hosting field day operations this weekend. All day June 28 and 29, the public is welcomed to swing by the Kosciusko …read more.

In observance of Independence Day, the offices of The City of Warsaw will be closed Friday, July 4. Friday’s trash route will be picked up on Thursday, July 3. All other routes remain the same. As a reminder, all trash needs to be out by 7 a.m., bagged and placed in a container no larger …read more.

[weaver_youtube ZRWDkYek814 rel=0]   The 2014 Cutie King and Queen Court are Arya Meyan, Ayla McClane, Ella Stewart, Hope Scott, Hayden Castrol, Haydenn Mitchell, Lucas Keim and Cameron Senter. (Photo by Deb Patterson) Hayden Castro, son of Jenna Wireman, Etna Green and Hope Scott, daughter of Andy and Lisa Scott, Leesburg, were crowned the 2014 …read more.

June 29 will be the 20 year anniversary of the untimely passing of Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Detective Phillip Hochstetler. In memory of this, members of the KCSD, local officials and Hochstetler’s surviving family gathered if front of the sheriff’s department for a memorial service. Captain Aaron Rovenstine presided over the ceremony. Pastor John B. …read more.

The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department detectives are warning citizens of viral email that is being received by county residents advising of false court notifications. Kosciusko County Clerk Treasure Ann Torpy and Sheriff’s Department detectives are warning of a recent email that has been received that has a potential virus attached. Torpy and detectives were made …read more.

NEW BUFFALO, MICH – The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians’ Four Winds casinos are pleased to announce an upcoming concert by the Doobie Brothers at Four Winds New Buffalo’s Silver Creek Event Center on Friday, August 29 at 9 p.m. Tickets for the event are on sale now at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling (800) 745-3000. …read more.

At approximately 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 25, Warsaw Police Officers conducted a traffic stop on SR15, on the south edge of Warsaw, following a narcotics investigation that began a week earlier. According to a police report released moments ago, officers arrested 39-year-old Jaime Alvarado, of San Diego, Calif., formerly from the Milford, Ind., area on …read more.

[weaver_youtube eq0uHa7hkbs rel=0] (video provided by Daniel Scott) (UPDATE: The fire at Pendry Powder Coatings has been put out as of 12:54 p.m. today.) All employees of Pendry Powder Coatings, 275 E 250N, Warsaw, are safe. However, the business is a total loss with damage and contents estimated in the millions of dollars. George Pendry and …read more.

[weaver_youtube fvAdF-afnms rel=0] Yesterday, the state of Indiana’s ban on same-sex marriages was ruled unconstitutional (see related story), and the ban was lifted. Almost immediately counties throughout the Hoosier state announced they would be issuing marriage licenses to same sex couples. Kosciusko County followed suit. Warsaw saw its first same sex marriage this afternoon, just …read more.

OrthoWorx announced today that Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) has joined the OrthoWorx University | Industry Advisory Board (UIAB), which was recently formed to better connect the technology and talent needs of Indiana’s orthopedic medical device industry with the assets and capabilities represented by Indiana’s higher education institutions. “IPFW and Chancellor Vicky Carwein have been …read more.

The Monsanto Fund has announced the finalists for this year’s America’s Farmers Grow Rural Education grants. From January through March, farmers across the country nominated their local public school districts for the grants. Once nominated, these districts were eligible to submit completed grant applications in April. Over the past month, a panel of educators from …read more.

Chautauqua week is coming July 7-11 and will offer 16 events in 5 days to guests in Syracuse. The week offers something for everyone, from lectures to concerts, performances to arts. Guests are even able to take a ride on the SS Lillypad Cruise on Lake Wawasee. All programs and events will take place at …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. We will continue to add to the listing until 5 p.m. on Friday. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. A list of upcoming Fourth of July events can be found here. Warsaw Central Park Popa …read more.

Indiana Conservation Officers from across the state will be participating in Operation Dry Water, conducting heightened boating under the influence (BUI) enforcement patrols and reaching out to recreational boaters to raise awareness about the dangers of BUI. “Indiana waterways are meant to be a safe environment for all citizens and visitors to enjoy,” says Lt. …read more.

On June 28th, the Kettleheads will host the 4th Annual Homebrew Tasting at Cerulean Garden in Winona Lake, IN. Over 50 beers served by the people who made them. Tickets are $20 for Regular Admission and $35 for VIP Admission which includes a complementary tasting glass, early admission and food. Tickets can be purchased at …read more.

The 69th annual North Webster Mermaid Festival was kicked off with area cuties “Return To Camelot” Wednesday night. This year’s Cutie Parade had so many entries the parade had a delayed start by 10 minutes. Over 70 entries of children ages 14 and under participated in walking, hand drawn or motorized conveyances. Many princesses, queens, …read more.

Last friday Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer was notified that the City of Warsaw was awarded $1.76 million dollars of Federal Highway Administration Highway funds for East Market Street reconstruction. The project will be administered by the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT). The entire East Market Street Project will run from Argonne Road to Hickory Street. …read more.

When you’re done picking up all the stray sparklers and fireworks residue from your back yard, join Main on Main Improv Troupe for a free live comedy improv show at the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce Tuesday, July 8 at 7:00 p.m. Main on Main consists of local comedy improv actors who’ve been working together since …read more.

The NappTown Hunt Down has quickly become one of the highlights of Nappanee’s Fourth of July festivities. Drawing large crowds for the past two years, the event is a zany photo scavenger hunt where teams search Stauffer Park and the surrounding neighborhoods to find random landmarks, obscure objects and helpful strangers to perform team challenges …read more.

At 1:44 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24, emergency personnel responded to an accident involving a van that had struck into two parked vehicles and a building on North Huntington Street in Syracuse. According to Syracuse Police Chief Tony Ciriello, the accident occurred on North Huntington Street just north of Main Street. Ciriello stated that the the …read more.

DePuy Synthes has recently confirmed that changes are being made that will affect employees. StaceyPageOnline.com received reports yesterday that the company would allegedly be laying off between 10 to 20 people. Today, DePuy Synthes Vice President of Worldwide Communications Lorie Gawreluk spoke with StaceyPageOnline.com as to the validity of the claims and the impact it …read more.

Photo is property of the candidate and in no way represents an endorsement by the Department of Defense or Indiana National Guard. Michael Stinfer, a 34-year-old Warsaw resident and registered Republican, submitted his documentation to the State today to run as an independent for the State Representative District 22 seat. Stinfer would be running against …read more.

UPDATE: As of this morning (June 26), Kosciusko County will be issuing same-sex marriage licenses. Governor Mike Pence has addressed the ruling against Indiana’s ban on same-sex marriage. “Governor Pence supports the Attorney General’s efforts to appeal the federal court’s ruling and defend Indiana’s right to define the institution of marriage for the residents of …read more.

Property owners along the South Shore/Waco Drive proposed sewer project by the Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District will have one last chance to sign up before a final decision is made. The district will host a meeting, open to the public, to discuss the project at 7 p.m. July 21. The meeting will be at …read more.

A Chautauqua-Wawasee event, the Art Blast will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 28, sponsored by Creative Fish Art Gallery, 200 E. Pickwick Drive, Syracuse. Many artists and artisans will show and sell their creations held outdoors and indoors at the gallery. There will also be children’s art activities.

Samuel Scott Stimmel Sam Stimmel and his attorney, Doug Allen Bernacchi, were both no shows today at a hearing appealing the court’s denial of a special prosecutor and a release of Stimmel’s funds. Stimmel’s attorney filed a motion to proceed at public expense on appeal or in the alternative for immediate release of funds and …read more.

Trupointe Cooperative Inc. held a grand opening celebration of its new Milford agronomy hub for area growers, business leaders, governmental officials and other guests throughout the day Tuesday. A red ribbon was cut by Trupointe’s board of directors and leadership team. Prior to the ribbon-cutting ceremony, keynote speaker Kent Yeager, Indiana agriculture liaison for U.S. …read more.

The Indiana Department of Transportation awarded $102 million in federal transportation funding to cities, towns and counties, including $70 million for road construction, $17 million for bridge construction, $12 million for bicycle and pedestrian and nearly $3 million for safety projects. Fort Wayne District projects include: Warsaw- East Market Street between Hickory Street and Bronson …read more.

[weaver_youtube HjbXrLiFWMw rel=0] Phase one of a construction project at Pierceton Elementary School (PES) began today. “Phase one for PES is the demolition of a couple classroom wings to make room for the new building,” said Steve Clason, superintendent of Whitko Community Schools. The classrooms being torn down once housed the first and third grade …read more.

A hazardous weather outlook has been issued for Kosciusko, Elkhart and Whitley counties. According to the National Weather Service, thunderstorms are expected today into this evening and a few storms could become severe. A threat of isolated damaging winds is present, primarily along and east of a Monticello to Goshen to Coldwater line. In addition, …read more.

The sun is above the horizon and the colors of the morning sunrise still linger and reflect on the quiet waters of Lake Wawasee. Whether aboard the SS Lilly Pad II or aboard personal watercraft with family and friends, the journey to a Sunday morning boat-in worship is tranquil and sets the mood for the …read more.

Let lake breezes caress you while strolling through four lovely summer gardens on the Syracuse-Wawasee Garden Walk. It will take place between 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, June 28, with three Lake Wawasee lakefront gardens and one on Syracuse Lake. The annual walk is sponsored by the Syracuse-Wawasee Garden Club with proceeds going to support its …read more.

The community collaborative effort to help recent graduates, the unemployed and the underemployed find fresh employment opportunities and career pathways to better paying jobs launched its Kosciusko Kickstart your career website today. “We want everyone in our community to let people looking for a full-time job and benefits know that the key is getting the …read more.

Loosely based on the 1957 memoirs of the famous striptease artist Gypsy Rose Lee, and her mother Rose comes the musical “Gypsy.” The most famous stage mom in show business, Mama Rose, will be dancing into the Wagon Wheel Theatre July 2-12. “Gypsy” tells the story of a mother, Mama Rose, a beyond determined stage …read more.

Dr. Nate Bosch, director of the Center for Lakes and Streams at Grace College, gave the annual presentation on Lake Wawasee Saturday evening, June 21. Accompanying him from Grace College were Vice President for Advancement Drew Flamm, and Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences Dr. Mark Norris. Other officials from the center were …read more.

July is National Parks and Recreation Month. To celebrate, Syracuse Parks and Recreation is organizing a photo contest that will highlight the vibrant park system. All amateur photographers in grades 12 and under are eligible to participate. Contest categories include, “Fun in the Sun, ”“Playing in the Parks,” “Picturesque Park,” and “Park Selfies.” All photos …read more.

Dr. David Hoffert presents Dr. Craig Hintz with the Sagamore of the Wabash award.(Photo by Alyssa Richardson) Both tears and laughter were shared during last night’s Warsaw Community School Board meeting as WCS staff, administration and community members bid farewell and offered thanks to WCS Superintendent Dr. Craig Hintz, who is retiring from the school …read more.

Yesterday at 1:54 p.m. Warsaw Police Department responded to reports of a car crashing into the residence of 321 South Union Street, near the Winona Avenue and South Union Street intersection. According to police, a red ford, driven by Thelma L. Walton, 73, 48 N. 650 E., Pierceton, crashed into the side of the residence after …read more.

At the June 23 meeting of the Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals, Parkview Health Systems got one step closer to building a facility in Kosciusko County. The board passed use variance 2014-06-02, which would designate 9.846 acres northeast of the new YMCA facility near Mariners Road for construction of the new Parkview hospital. The new …read more.

The Indiana State Police would like all Hoosiers to have a safe Independence Day holiday. Due to many Hoosiers celebrating our nation’s independence with the use of fireworks, the Indiana State Police would like to inform citizens of the Indiana fireworks law which is in place for the safety of everyone. Only individuals over the …read more.

Emergency personnel responded to a mobile home fire located at Lot 17, 3101 Wooster Road in Merrywood Mobile Home Park at approximately 12:25 p.m. today. According to Warsaw Fire Department Fire Chief Mike Brubaker, the fire was contained to one room of the home and, due to the actions of a neighbor, resulted in minimal damages. …read more.

Some have been closely following the delectable competition that is the Burger Wars. In May, a competition was held locally to find the best burger in Kosciusko County. The votes came in, and the North Webster American Legion Post 253 was voted the tops. We’ve received reports that North Webster Legion is currently neck-and-neck with …read more.

This week’s crime of the week comes from the files of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department. The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department would like the community’s assistance in locating several stolen motorcycles. These motorcycles were stolen from the Northeastern part of Kosciusko County during the month of June. The motorcycles are: a 1989 Burgundy and Silver, …read more.

Frank Abagnale Jr. (Jeremy Seiner) prefaces the story of his life and the results are a fantastic evening for the audience at the Wagon Wheel Theatre in Warsaw. As a 16-year-old school boy, his parents are in financial trouble. He is forced to leave private school and attend public school. But when he finds they …read more.

[weaver_youtube 1CKjR1PHfHw rel=0] On Saturday, June 21, the First Brigade of the Indiana Guard Reserve met at the Warsaw Armory to conduct a search and rescue training exercise. The brigade was briefed on their mission at 8:30 a.m. In the training scenario, the Yellowstone Caldera has erupted in Wyoming. The blast was powerful enough to trigger …read more.

[weaver_youtube xeva5yct5Kk rel=0] The continuation of the Silver Lake Days’ celebration today was blessed by both perfect weather and a healthy-size crowd. The annual Silver Lake Days parade stepped off just after 11 a.m. this morning, and featured dozens of tractor, cutie contestant, fire department and law enforcement floats. Several floats represented this year’s theme, “The …read more.

The Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation will host a Retirement Open House for Dr. Daniel V. Kramer at Mentone Elementary School on Sunday, June 29, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Dr. Kramer began his 35-year career with Tippecanoe Valley in 1979 at Akron School where he served as principal for nine years, followed by four years as principal …read more.

June 22 – 28 marks Lightning Safety Awareness Week – an awareness campaign to learn about the lightning hazards of summer and the preparedness actions you should take when storms threaten. During the week, FEMA’s Region V office in Chicago will be distributing lightning safety tips as well as important information about protecting your property …read more.

Last year, the first air show at the Warsaw Municipal Airport was, aside from some logistical setbacks, a raving success. Well, it will be returning this summer, and this year the organizers are prepared for a much bigger crowd. “We’re better organized this year,” says Jim Holbrook. Air show goers can expect all the great …read more.

UPDATE: According to a report from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, the Benjamin Robinson, 24, SR 13 in Pierceton, was traveling southbound at a high rate of speed on Old Road 15 when he lost control of his vehicle. Robinson’s vehicle left the west side of the roadway and began to roll. The automobile struck …read more.

Candidates for Kosciusko County 4-H king, queen, prince and princess met Thursday evening at the Purdue Extension building for their last interviews. Two males and three females participated. Hannah Tucker, a junior home-schooled student from Milford, has been a member of 4-H for nine years. She represents the Milford Successful 4-Hers group. For the fair …read more.

June 22–28 marks Lightning Safety Awareness Week — an awareness campaign to learn about the lightning hazards of summer and the preparedness actions you should take when storms threaten. During the week, FEMA’s Region V office in Chicago will be distributing lightning safety tips as well as important information about protecting property in a storm …read more.

The June 20 meeting of the Board of Public Works and Safety, the board approved a number of requests for local projects. Two items approved were for the Husky Trail Project. The project would greatly improve one of Warsaw’s heaviest traveled roads. One item approved was pay application 18, which would authorize payment of $11,495.60 …read more.

The gas leak located at Marsh Supermarket near the Marathon Station has been contained. According to reports, a gas line was hit in a grassy area near the Marathon Gas Station. The gas leak is believed to have been caused by digging with a hand tool in the area. According to fire fighters at the …read more.

The boil order water advisory placed on Etna Green on Wednesday, June 18, has been lifted. According to the County Health Department, the distribution problem has been corrected. Bacteriological samples have been collected from representative sites of the affected area for testing. These test results reportedly came back satisfactory and it is no longer necessary …read more.

The Indiana State Police arrested a Columbia City woman today as a result of a 2 month long investigation prompted by allegations of misconduct and theft by her employer, Parkview Whitley Hospital. An investigation conducted by Trooper Andrew Mills revealed that on numerous instances between Nov. 13, and March 30, 40-year-old Britte E. Smith allegedly …read more.

According to Brad Periello of MassDevice.com, Medtronic released information today that it would pay out $112 million for the medical device tax during the 2014 fiscal year, which would represent nearly a 4 percent loss to the company’s bottom line. MassDevice notes that the company paid a total of $21 million during 2013’s fiscal year, which …read more.

Indiana’s seasonally-adjusted unemployment rate held steady in May at 5.7 percent, mainly due to approximately 2,000 unemployed Hoosiers returning to the labor force to look for work. Indiana’s rate of unemployment remains more than one-half of a percentage point below the national rate. Indiana’s labor force gains also continue to outpace the national rate, as …read more.

Candidates for Kosciusko County 4-H king, queen, prince and princess met Thursday evening at the Purdue Extension building for their last interviews. Two males and three females participated. Hannah Tucker, a junior home-schooled student from Milford, has been a member of 4-H for 9 years. She represents the Milford Successful 4-Hers group. For the fair …read more.

Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host free canoeing at Center Lake from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, June 24. Canoes are available for community use and they are first-come, first-served. All equipment and life vests are provided for participants.  Participants will be briefed on safety measures prior to canoeing and will be supervised …read more.

At a special meeting of the Kosciusko County Council on June 19, the council passed a wheel tax ordinance with a vote of 5-1. Attendance at the meeting must have been an all-time high. The courtroom chambers were standing room only. People from all over the county came out to voice their opinion on the …read more.

Autopsy results of the body discovered in the Yellow River in Marshall County near Plymouth have returned to police, however, the identity of the man has yet to be released. According to the Plymouth Police Department, at 5:10 p.m. on Thursday, June 19, police were notified of a body floating in the Yellow River. According …read more.

Article by Rebecca Kubacki, State Representative for House District 22 Each summer since 1989, the State Personnel Department administers the Governor’s Public Service Summer Internship program. The program provides interns with opportunities to work with state agency officials as well as participate in a Speakers Series, which features various elected officials, state agency directors and …read more.

Residents near North Webster will hear the town’s severe weather siren activated Saturday. North Webster Fire Chief Jeremy Likens stated a test of the system will be conducted at noon Saturday, weather permitting. “If there is any chance of severe weather, we will not do the test.” Normally held the first Saturday of the month, …read more.

Initially arrested for burglary resulting in bodily injury, armed robbery and theft, Austin J. Howard-Smith was sentenced today in Superior Court I. On Sunday, Oct. 20, Maximo Pedro Ybarra, 32, of 1010 S. Haug St., Syracuse, was arrested for burglary/breaking and entering resulting in bodily injury to a victim along with his accomplices, Zachary Dale Howard-Smith, …read more.

Silver Lake Days kicks of this Friday. Below is the schedule of events during the festival: FRIDAY, JUNE 20 8 a.m. Garage sales will begin in town and the lake areas. 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. The car show will be held in the downtown area on SR 14 East as well as the Echoes …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. We will continue to add to the listing until 5 p.m. on Friday. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Central Park Kari Lynch Band – Friday, June 20, part of the Free Park Concert Series …read more.

At 7 p.m. Saturday, June 21, a “Summer Solstice Celebration” will be held at the American Legion in North Webster. Join in the fun on the first night of summer with “The Fiddler.” If you have a fiddle, bring it to join in on the music and fun. A bonfire, brats and beer will be …read more.

A total of three individuals have been arrested on alleged drug charges following an intensive investigation by the Kosciusko County Drug Task Force. According to a press release provided by KCSD, on June 12, Nathaniel David Heitkamp, 18, of Warsaw, was initially arrested on preliminary charges of dealing in schedule II controlled substances, a Class …read more.

Logan Heeter(Photo provided) A tragic accident in Silver Lake claimed the life of a 4-year-old boy from Claypool yesterday (see related). Today, the town of Silver Lake is pulling together in honor of the boy and his family. According to Tonya Conley, Silver Lake clerk-treasurer, the town has set-up a memorial fund for the family …read more.