The fourth annual Warsaw Premier Bridal Expo + Prom is this Sunday, March 2, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Manahan Orthpaedic Capital Center at Grace College,  Winona Lake. In addition to the bridal runway at 1 p.m., the show will also feature a prom runway at 3 p.m. Bridal gowns will be modeled …read more.

[weaver_youtube 4X4VnAfcOLk rel=0] Christopher Banghart is only 6 years old, but he has already grasped the concept of sharing the blessings in his life with others. On March 14, Christopher will turn 7 years old, and he hopes his happy day will bring joy to Haitian orphans. Instead of birthday presents for himself, the Jefferson …read more.

Jason Bodley is a man who knows and loves his liquor. Bodley, a self-proclaimed cocktail enthusiast, will soon be sharing his passion and knowledge of spirits with downtown Warsaw with the opening of his new bar, Oak and Alley. As the name would infer, the bar will utilize an alley entrance located at 114 S. …read more.

The U. S. Drug Enforcement Administration published in the Federal Register a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to move hydrocodone combination products from Schedule III to Schedule II drugs, as recommended by the Assistant Secretary for Health of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and as supported by the DEA’s own evaluation of relevant …read more.

Kosciusko Cares, a group of Kosciusko County leaders who are bringing together area youth for positive opportunities to lead and get involved, and the Kosciusko Runners’ Association are hosting an April Fool’s Day 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, April 5. Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers and top finishers in each …read more.

Indiana Supreme Court has awarded grants to 23 counties totaling more than $232,000 and Kosciusko County is among the recipients. The grant money will support local family court projects and focus on creating innovative programs that improve the court process for families. Priority was given to applications that emphasized three areas of programming: Access to …read more.

Governor Michael R. Pence, together with the Indiana Governor’s Council for People with Disabilities, has proclaimed the month of March as Disability Awareness Month. While Disability Awareness Month continues to focus on inclusion for people with disabilities, the 2014 campaign theme, “Dream to Dare,” reminds us that if we want to have the communities of …read more.

WINONA LAKE, Ind. – To keep up with program growth, Kosciusko Lakes and Streams was renamed the Center for Lakes & Streams at Grace College. The renaming was part of a more extensive rebranding effort that included a new website and logo. “Our mission will remain the same: making the lakes and streams of Kosciusko …read more.

[weaver_youtube zRhuz2dpJLk rel=0] Clunette said farewell to a big piece of its history on Saturday, Feb. 22, when the demolition of the Clunette Elevator took place. Founded by brothers Wallace, Dallas and John H. Anglin in 1951, the elevator began as a small operation buying and storing grain. Today, the business is one of the …read more.

UPLAND — Special Olympics Indiana Kosciusko County athletes competed in the “Take It To  The Hoops” basketball tournament recently. The event was sponsored by Special Olympics Indiana Grant County and hosted by Taylor University. Kosciusko County Director for Special Olympics Becky Walls stated the county’s Special Olympics Panther basketball team and skills participants competed against …read more.

Wanting a website more appealing and easier to use, and to more effectively communicate with the community, Wawasee Community School Corporation launched a revamped site the evening of Feb. 26. The new URL for the website is wawaseeschools.org, though it can still be accessed by typing in wawasee.k12.in.us. Dave Van Lue, director of technology for …read more.

Only three county roads remain closed today due to high water. The Kosciusko County Highway Department reports today that CR 1200 South from CRs 300 East to 400 East, CR 400 East from CRs 850 South to 900 South, and the curve at Woodland and Lakeshore Drive remain closed.

Yet again, forecasters are putting a Wind Chill Advisory into effect as temperatures linger well below freezing. Lake effect snow showers will be diminishing this evening, but gusty north winds by late this afternoon will result in wind chill factors of 10 below to 20 degrees below zero. Look for snow accumulations of generally a …read more.

The following is a list of film times for local movie theaters for Friday, Feb. 28, through Thursday, March 6. Pickwick Theater (108 W. Main St., Syracuse) The LEGO Movie (3D), Rated: PG Starring: Chris Pratt, Will Ferrell Showtime: 7 p.m. nightly; $8 North Pointe Cinemas (1060 Mariner Dr., Warsaw) Matinees: All shows before 5:30 …read more.

[weaver_youtube T7A810duHvw rel=0] Article By Melissa Chapman, WCPL Cataloging Supervisor There seems to be a lack of “feel good” movies these days. Are you in the mood to forget about winter and sit back with friends and family and enjoy watching a unique fun film? Well have I got a film for you! About Time is …read more.

Dear Editor, It’s Red Cross Month and we would like to recognize our Everyday Heroes who reach out to help their neighbors when they are in need. These everyday heroes are our volunteers who help disaster victims get on the road to recovery. They give blood to help someone in the hospital. They take our …read more.

Kosciusko County business and community leaders will be “arrested” and put “behind bars” for the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s Lock-Up fundraiser on Tuesday, March 4, at Noa Noa in Warsaw. Accused of having big hearts and being heavily armed with kindness, the “jailbirds” volunteered to be part of MDA’s Lock-Up in order to raise “bail” by encouraging …read more.

Got cabin fever? If your ready to cure those winter blues, then visit the Builders Association of Kosciusko Fulton Counties Home and Outdoor Show March 7-9 at Superior Group, 3144 East U.S. 30, Warsaw. Kosciusko REMC is sponsoring the event. This is the 15th year for the show, which promises 90 vendors ready to help …read more.

[weaver_youtube CP05i0-SBeQ rel=0] Leesburg/Plain Township Fire Department and medics were called to a mobile home fire at Green Acres Trailer Park, Lot 154 at about 10:30 a.m. this morning. PTFD Fire Chief Michael Wilson said the fire began in a dryer and resulted in some minor smoke damage to the residence. Lourdes Gaytan, 46, was asleep …read more.

Nearly five years ago, Julie McKeighen sought an opportunity to serve others overseas. As a retired music teacher and widow, humanitarian work seemed like an ideal way to fill a void. “My husband went to be with the Lord in 2001 after a battle with leukemia. We were young, mid-40s,” said McKeighen, who is from …read more.

Dear Editor, Rep. Rebecca Kubacki apparently likes to hold us accountable for crimes that others have committed. Isn’t that nice? Instead of looking for ways to punish those people who abuse and misuse certain over-the-counter cold medicines, Rep. Kubacki would rather hold you accountable by limiting your freedom to go to the store and purchase …read more.

Students in the Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation are reminded that, starting Monday, March 3, and continuing through Tuesday, March 18, each of 12 consecutive school days will be extended by one hour at the end of the day. The extended school days is to make up missed time due to this winter’s weather. If school …read more.

The first of what will be several public meetings focusing on the city of Warsaw’s comprehensive plan was held in city council chambers Wednesday. Common council members, the Warsaw Planning Commission, city planners and the mayor sat down in a work session to begin fine-tuning the 74-page draft. Referred to as the “road map for …read more.

The Indiana Department of Transportation will begin using flashing yellow arrow traffic signal indications for protected/permissive left turns as part of signal modernizations on state highways. The installation of the new lights will take place over the next few years. The protected/permissive left-turn signals provide a protected period of time when left-turning vehicles have exclusive …read more.

Another arctic front is moving in and it’s bringing bitterly cold conditions and more snow for Thursday. A Wind Chill Advisory has again been issued by the National Weather Service office near North Webster for 4 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday when the mercury is expected to drop and windy conditions will combine to make …read more.

State Rep. Rebecca Kubacki (R-Syracuse) authored House Concurrent Resolution 22 urging Governor Mike Pence to designate March 30 each year as Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day. More than 58,000 members of the United States Armed Forces, including 1,532 Hoosiers, lost their lives in Vietnam. Rep. Kubacki hopes to establish a day to express appreciation and …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS  – “Memphis,” the 2010 Tony Award Winner for Best Musical, shows at Clowes Memorial Hall April 1 through April 6. Tickets are on sale now, starting at $28. “Memphis” takes place in the smoky halls and underground clubs of the segregated ’50s, where a young white DJ named Huey Calhoun fell in love with …read more.

WABASH – Dave Switzer, who has more than 25 years’ experience as a baseball umpire, as well as being an instructor and published author, will present a lecture at the Honeywell House showcasing the highlights of his career behind home plate. The presentation will take place at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 13. A native …read more.

The Warsaw Community High School Instrumental Music Department will host the eighth annual Warsaw Winter Percussion Invitational in the WCHS Tiger Den on Saturday, March 8. Twenty-six high school drum lines and percussion ensembles from across Indiana and Illinois will compete in seven different classifications beginning at 1 p.m. and concluding with an awards ceremony …read more.

NIPSCO officials have confirmed that a number of its customers have been targets of a scam, including several in Warsaw. On Tuesday, StaceyPageOnline.com was contacted by Ultra Clean Laundry on SR 15 South in Warsaw. Office manager Evelyn Rake said, “I received a call in our office from a woman claiming to be with NIPSCO. …read more.

The Warsaw-Wayne Township Fire Territory / Warsaw Fire Department is conducting testing on the tornado siren located at Station 1, 109 E. Main St., in downtown Warsaw. Today’s testing is to assure both the horn portion of the unit works correctly and the rotation of the siren. Since the siren was relocated from the former …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indianapolis Symphonic Choir will conclude its 77th season with a one-night performance of Benjamin Britten’s choral-orchestral composition War Requiem at 8 p.m. on May 3, at The Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. Among the most challenging musical selections of classical repertoire, the piece rarely is performed due …read more.

It’s been an exciting and successful year for the Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District having achieved numerous accomplishments. Some of those accomplishments were recognized through recognition and conservation awards at a banquet held Tuesday night. Awards were presented to Kylie Fleming, Jake Templin, Kevin Schlipf, Aaron Beer, Brent Paxton, Brian Romine, Shawn Krull, …read more.

“Our Town” will be presented by the WCHS Drama Department at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, March 7 and 8, in the WCHS Performing Arts Center. “Our Town,” the award-winning play by Thornton Wilder, depicts daily life in small-town America during the early 19th century. WCHS students, using mime and narration, portray the trials and …read more.

Grab the hats and gloves again! The National Weather Service near North Webster has once again issued a Wind Chill Advisory for Kosciusko and surrounding counties. The advisory is for midnight tonight through noon Wednesday. Falling temperatures tonight combined with brisk west winds will result in wind chills from 10 to 20 degrees below zero …read more.

A heated debate about a roadway vacation petition took up most of Tuesday’s Kosciusko County Commissioners meeting. At issue was a vacation of public ways in Prairie Township, near Hoffman Lake. The petitioners, William and Beverly Long, own Hoffman Lake Campground, located off CR 300 North in Warsaw. The couple petitioned to vacate two public …read more.

Last night during Warsaw Community School Corporation’s monthly regular board meeting, two citizens approached the board with a petition to install handrails in the Tiger Den. According to Carolyn Wulliman, the handrails would be an asset to the numerous long-term ticket holders who have difficulty navigating the bleachers. Wulliman presented the board with a petition …read more.

During Warsaw Community School Corporation’s monthly, regular board meeting, WCS Superintendent Dr. Craig Hintz discussed the school’s plan regarding how to best make up missed school days for the recent cold and snowy weather that has plagued the county. According to Hintz, as it stands now the last student school day will be on Wednesday, …read more.

An anonymous tip led Warsaw Police to initiate a traffic stop in Warsaw Monday afternoon and turned up a significant amount of Heroin. The traffic stop on a Pontiac Grand Prix happened at about 2 p.m. in the 300 block of South Detroit Street. Police say the two people in the vehicle, Meagan A. Martens, …read more.

WARSAW — Looking for a fun, free, and educational experience for your children? On Saturday, March 15, The Symphony of the Lakes presents its first concert of the year entitled, “Orchestra 101: A Passport to the Classics.” It’s being held at the Warsaw High School Performing Arts Center. Tickets to the concert are free to …read more.

Although water is subsiding from area roads and fields, a Flood Warning has been extended for the Tippecanoe River near Ora through this weekend. The National Weather Service office near North Webster has extended the warning through 4 p.m. Sunday noting that, at 8 p.m. last night, the stage was 14.0 feet and steady. Flood …read more.

The Wagon Wheel Theatre, a professional non-union theatre in Warsaw, is announcing local adult auditions for its 2014 summer season performances of  Mary Poppins, Gypsy and Fiddler on the Roof. WWT is seeking singer/actors ages 25 and over to play small roles in these productions. There is a small pay stipend. Anyone wanting to be considered …read more.

Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department detectives arrested Walter Glasgow, 53, in connection with a bomb threat made Monday afternoon. Approximately 1:13 p.m. yesterday, a 911 dispatcher received a call from an individual, identified today as Glasgow, who made a threat directed toward the New Paris area. The call was non-specific and general in nature and authorities …read more.

Dear Editor, Representative Rebecca Kubacki is up for re-election. In 2010, then-candidate Kubacki told a crowd of potential voters that marriage is between one man and one woman. The issue was not complicated, she said, calling it “black and white.” (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFQ3qAMT2ZY.) In 2014 she changed her mind, voting to kill HJR-3, a bill which would …read more.

GOSHEN, Ind. — Senior citizens are particularly vulnerable to scams. Join Indiana Secretary of State Connie Lawson to learn about protecting senior citizens from investment fraud at 3:45 p.m. Monday, March 3, at Greencroft Middlebury. Secretary Lawson will review the top investment scams and how to protect against scam artists. The event is part of …read more.

Just as basketball is stirring up a great deal of activity this March, more than 250 Indiana law enforcement agencies are planning to launch action of their own. Beginning Friday, Feb. 28, state and local police in Kosciusko County will initiate a major enforcement effort to crack down on impaired and dangerous driving.  Operation Pull …read more.

Kosciusko County has two active murder cases currently working their way through the courts, and both have had recent activity. Sonya Lynn Fick The woman accused in the brutal December killing of the father of her children remains in the Kosciusko County Jail today without bond after a pre-trial conference was held today. Sonya Lynn …read more.

The Kosciusko County Highway Department has re-opened a number a county roads today after melting snow and rains from late last week resulted in local flooding. The only roads that remain closed are: CR 450 East from CRs 850 South to 900 South CR 550 North from CRs 300 West to 400 West and from …read more.

ELKHART – The Lerner Theatre, 401 S. Main St. in Elkhart, will be hosting Lunchtime Live! from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26. A free organ concert will feature Celia Weiss. For more information, go to www.thelerner.com.

In recent years, law enforcement efforts have put a lid on much of the gang-related illegal activity in the area. But the release valve seems to have become Kosciusko County road signs. “Last year was actually a very bad year for spray painting,” said Jeff Beeler, Kosciusko County Highway Department sign technician. During 2013, about …read more.

KCH Health and Wellness Center staff arrived to work at around 4:50 a.m. this morning only to find that the business had been burglarized. Warsaw Police quickly responded to the center, located at 1500 Provident Dr. on the Kosciusko County Hospital campus. Pry marks were located on an exterior door where the suspect or suspects …read more.

State legislators are set to take up a number of key bills today. Among them, the House Ways and Means Committee is slated to hear a Senate proposal involving the business personal property tax. Governor Mike Pence has pushed the concept of phasing out the business personal property tax as a way of drawing more …read more.

Dear Editor, I am pleased to voice my support for Curt Nisly in the Republican primary election for Indiana State House District 22, which includes parts of Kosciusko and Elkhart counties. Curt Nisly has a political philosophy similar to mine — one rooted in the safeguards of the Indiana and United States Constitutions. These are …read more.

Praised by the BBC as “the greatest living exponent of the electric violin,” Tracy Silverman’s groundbreaking work with the 6-string electric violin defies musical boundaries. Tracy is joined by Grammy and Emmy-nominated virtuoso pianist Philip Aaberg, who has toured the world playing his powerful and influential Western Americana/Jazz/New Music/Roots compositions. Pioneering multi-styled cellist Mike Block rounds …read more.

[weaver_youtube 7c1iN-M6BFU rel=0] The energy was high as Warsaw Scouts Pack 3731 held its Pinewood Derby on Friday. Accompanying the colorful array of derby cars was a high-spirited group of kids, each anxious for bragging rights to having created the fastest car, crafted from pinewood. In the end, the honors went to a select few. …read more.

I was three songs in on St. Vincent’s upcoming self-titled LP when I knew it was great. Sure, Annie Clark had impressed me before “Marry Me” and “Actor” were both solid albums, but “St. Vincent” just blew me away. Clark came out of her shell on this one. Maybe it was recording and touring with …read more.

Kosciusko County FOP Lodge #149 has begun its annual fundraising campaign to benefit the 2014 Christmas event for local underprivileged children. Letters are being sent to donors and no phones calls will be made by the lodge members unless a letter was sent and attempt to confirm receipt is made. All money raised stays in …read more.

An ATV accident in Rochester has led to one arrest. At about 5 p.m. Saturday, Indiana Conservation Officers were called to an ATV accident on Olson Road, north of Rochester. According to officers, Charles W. Harding, 55, of Rochester, crashed his 2007 Suzuki ATV. Harding reportedly lost control of his ATV causing the vehicle to …read more.

FORT WAYNE – The doctor will be in on Saturday, March 1, when The Fort Wayne Medical Society Alliance, in sponsorship with the Fort Wayne Medical Society Foundation, Lutheran Health Network, Parkview Health and WAJI Majic 95.1 present Doctors’ Day at Science Central. Meeting health professionals and learning about medical and health issues in a …read more.

WABASH – Todd Zeiger, director of Indiana Landmarks Northern Regional Office will present “Historic Preservation: an Evolving Movement” at the Honeywell House at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 4, at the Honeywell House. Historic preservation as a movement continues to evolve, expanding from the largely curatorial function it served in its early years into a …read more.

At about 9:49 p.m. Friday, Warsaw Police responded to the area of Central Park after a male subject called 911 to report that his sister had been shot. Central Park quickly became the center of the search area where police, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department deputies, Multi-Township EMS and a rescue unit from the Warsaw-Wayne Fire …read more.

Raymond Belsan, 33, of Syracuse, Ind., was sentenced this week in Northern District federal court to 120 months — or 10 years imprisonment, with 7 years supervised release — after pleading guilty to the felony offense of distribution of child pornography. According to documents filed in this case, in September 2012, Belsan possessed a custom …read more.

Warsaw is one of the Top 10 most exciting cities in Indiana! The ranking, according to Movoto Real Estate, is based on “fun factors” such as nightlife, active life options and age percentage among other factors. The city of Warsaw is 7th on the Top 10 list that surveyed 76 places in Indiana. “Warsaw had …read more.

Rosy Jansma, Mentone resident and parent of students who attend Mentone Elementary School and Tippecanoe Valley Middle School, serves on the K21 Health Foundation Board of Directors. Because of Jansma’s involvement in the community and her commitment to making a difference, the K21 Health Foundation recently made a donation of $1,000 in her honor. Jansma …read more.

In the first-ever Dance Dance Kosciusko competition held right here on StaceyPageOnline.com, the votes have been registered by our readers and the top 3 entries have been named. Taking home the top prize is the Fly Dance Crew from the Lee Ann Stewart Dance School in Syracuse. The Fly Dance Crew earned a cool $500. …read more.

For one day only – Saturday, March 8 – Cerulean in Winona Lake will be removing the lunch bento boxes from the menu, and instead offer a full bar of brunch items featuring local produce and proteins. All proceeds from each $20 meal go to the Warsaw Community High School Athletics Department. The brunch will …read more.

Zimmer has found itself in yet another lawsuit regarding a faulty product. A number of lawsuits, such as one filed last November, have been brought against the company over its NexGen knee replacement system. Now the orthopedic device company is being sued by a Fort Wayne woman over its Trilogy AB hip replacement system. According …read more.

[weaver_youtube QQiOiIUGipM rel=0] Flood Warnings are now in effect for the Tippecanoe and Eel rivers, and high winds are causing widespread damages. The National Weather Service has issued the Flood Warning for the Tippecanoe River at Ora, Ind., until further notice. At 11 a.m. this morning, the stage was at 10.1 feet and rising. Flood …read more.

[weaver_youtube ncZt1TUoaqQ rel=0] Warsaw-Wayne Township Fire Territory had a reason to celebrate today as the newest recruit was sworn in by mayor Joe Thallemer. Drew Shilling, accompanied by his fellow firefighters and his wife, attended the Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety this morning and took the official oath of the Warsaw Fire Department. …read more.

WARSAW – Cancer Care Fund of Kosciusko County will host its first Battle of the Bands Etc. at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 3, in the Warsaw Performing Arts Center. The Cancer Care Fund is looking for talent to participate in the fundraiser, which CCF hopes to make an annual event. Bands, a cappella groups, duets, …read more.

We are continuing to gather information from state, county and city authorities regarding road closures due to high water. The following roads are closed. Please check back often as this list will be updated as the day(s) progress CLOSED County Farm Road from SR 14 to CR 1200 South CR 300 East from CRs 600 …read more.

Allow yourself some extra travel time this evening if you have to venture out. The National Weather Service has issued a Dense Fog Advisory and a Wind Advisory for a widespread area of Indiana. Warm, moist air moving over the snow-covered ground is resulting in the fog. Dense fog should lift early Friday morning, but …read more.

Less than 24 hours remain to cast your vote for the best dancer or dance troupe in our Dance Dance Kosciusko challenge! Voting will continue until noon Friday and will award $500 to the top vote-getter. Second place receives $250 and third will get $100. There are 18 entries in this first ever dance competition, …read more.

The Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation has announced plans for making up the remaining four instructional days lost this year due to inclement weather: Students will attend school on Friday, March 21, and Friday, May 30. Two additional days will be made up by adding 1 hour of instructional time to the end of the normal …read more.

Mark Dobson, president and CEO of the Warsaw Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce, recently received recognition as the Indiana Chamber Executive of the Year by his statewide peer network. The Indiana Chamber Executives Association selected Dobson as this year’s honoree based on his proven community leadership, successes in organizational development and innovation with programming. “Mark is a great …read more.

The following is a list of film times for local movie theaters for Friday, Feb. 21, through Thursday, Feb. 27. Pickwick Theater (108 W. Main St., Syracuse) The LEGO Movie (3D), Rated: PG Starring: Chris Pratt, Will Ferrell Showtime: 7 p.m. Friday-Sunday; $8 North Pointe Cinemas (1060 Mariner Dr., Warsaw) Matinees: All shows before 5:30 …read more.

Dear Editor, I am greatly disappointed by the outcome of the recent HJR 3 marriage amendment legislation. Due to a handful of Indiana House Representatives — my own Representative Rebecca Kubacki included — Indiana citizens were denied a voice and a vote on this important issue. If Representative Kubacki TRULY believes in protecting the institution …read more.

A Flood Warning has been extended for the following counties: Kosciusko, Elkhart, Marshall, St. Joseph, Lagrange, Noble, Laporte and Starke counties in Indiana; and Berrien, Cass and St. Joseph counties in Michigan. The warning has been issued by the National Weather Service and is now effect 1:36 a.m. Monday. At 8:36 a.m. today, Doppler radar …read more.

FORT WAYNE –  Explore the rich history and elaborate religious symbolism associated with painted icons during a hands-on, intensive, 5-day painting workshop taught by icon painter Brian Matthew Whirledge. The workshop takes place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, March 27; 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, March 28; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. …read more.

Kosciusko County Drug Task Force officers arrested a local man Wednesday for selling a powerful pain medication to undercover narcotics officers. Shane A. Smith, 26, of Milford, has preliminarily been charged with felony dealing in a Schedule I controlled substance, in this case oxycodone. The charge is a B felony, punishable by up to 20 …read more.

Although the first and second rules of Fight Club are not to talk about Fight Club, Fight Club Pink is a different sort of beast. While what happens in the club does have its mystery, many of the Fight Club Pink graduates are eager to talk about their experiences because they’re often so life-changing. Linda …read more.

The public is invited to participate in a shoe collection drive co-sponsored by Mentone Elementary School third graders and Bell Aircraft Museum to benefit the museum from Feb. 1 to April 30. The drive will help to raise funds for further restoration of the museum’s Huey helicopter while benefiting micro enterprise ventures in developing nations and keeping old …read more.

(UPDATE: Sand and bags are now available in the following locations: Kosciusko County Highway Garage in Warsaw, North Webster Community Center in North Webster, at the Winona Lake Street Department and in Syracuse. In Syracuse, those wanting to fill bags will have to register at the main office of the Public Works department on Conrad …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS –  It’s official. The one and only Cher will kick off her “Dressed To Kill” 49 city North American Tour in Phoenix on March 22 with stops in New York, Los Angeles, Boston, Las Vegas, and other major markets, including Indianapolis. The show will visit Bankers Life Fieldhouse in downtown Indianapolis at 8 p.m. …read more.

WINONA LAKE, Ind. – Former Grace President Ronald Manahan was honored with the prestigious Sagamore of the Wabash award on Monday. The award was presented at a meeting held at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 17 in Westminster Hall. Present at the meeting were Grace employees and invited guests, community leaders, and previous Sagamore award winners Dane …read more.

The Warsaw Park Board finally finished up its 2013 Year In Review, and the report was examined at the February Park Board meeting last night. “It was a busy year for us,” said Parks and Recreation Superintendent Larry Plummer. Among the projects his department completed last year was the Krebs Trailhead Park at the corner …read more.

A Syracuse teen not only attempted to rob a convenience store while armed with an airsoft rifle, he reported the crime himself. Nick Jay Hise, 18, reportedly called the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Tuesday afternoon to say he used an airsoft rifle in an attempt to rob the Noble Convenience Store of cigarettes. Employees of …read more.

Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will seek to outline a contract agreement for Blue Öyster Cult to perform on June 13 during this Friday’s Board of Public Works and Safety meeting. The announcement comes after the American rock band officially cancelled their performance in April as the 2013 headliner for the Classic Rock Concert in Warsaw’s …read more.