The one-horse open sleigh is something of a holiday tradition thanks to the lyrics of “Jingle Bells.” Well, the city of Warsaw just received a donation of a vintage one-horse open sleigh, originally manufactured in Warsaw, to be displayed every holiday season at city hall. Lee and Mary Hartle of Warsaw purchased the sleigh in …read more.

Pierceton Fire Department and Multi-Township EMS are responding to a vehicle accident on US 30, at CR 250S, on the east side of Pierceton, in the area of Regency Estates. A Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputy stated at the scene it was a single-vehicle accident. The four occupants of the vehicle were transported to Kosciusko Community …read more.

Warsaw/Wayne Township Fire Territory Fire Chief Mike Brubaker reported the cause of the fire was a burned out light ballast.   Warsaw Fire Department is investigating a report of smoke/haze in the Justice Building, 121 N. Lake Street, Warsaw. The investigation is taking place in the northeast corner of the building, near the prosecutor’s office.

A Kosciusko County farm recently received the “100 Year Farm Award” from the Indiana State Department of Agriculture. The award recognizes farms around the state that have been in the same family for 100 years or more. The O.W. Ford Farm, located just east of Claypool, is owned by Martha Hoffman and her husband, Ed, and …read more.

Trupointe Cooperative Inc., and Cargill Inc., have signed a letter of intent to create a joint venture with their facilities located in Milford, Bremen and LaPaz. Upon completing due diligence and signing a final agreement, the two companies will combine Trupointe’s crop inputs assets in Milford with Cargill’s grain elevators in Bremen and LaPaz. The …read more.

(Photo courtesy of Notre Dame) Head of Visual Development at Marvel Studios, Ryan Meinderding, a Notre Dame alum, will give a lecture on his work with comic book and film designs. “It’s like a dream come true,” said Meinderding in a 2012 interview with www.comicbookmovie.com. “When I was drawing Captain America when I was a …read more.

By RICK STEWART Pastor, Palestine Bible Church The Palestine Bible Church will host a Christmas music concert featuring a special performance by local Christian music group – By Grace at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 14. By Grace features Anna Jackson, Janet Hawley, Rachel Hawley, and Michaela Hawley. By Grace will touch your heart with their …read more.

At approximately 10:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 1, Pierceton Fire Department was called to the 5300 block of Washington Road on reports of a shed on fire. The structure was reportedly near a residence, and a neighbor was trying to extinguish the fire with a hose. According to a Pierceton Fire Department official at the scene, …read more.

Initial bonds of $2,000 surety each have been increased for Christofer Colt, 22, 519 Alward St., Warsaw, and Ritchie Hernandez Jr., 21, 219 E. Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Both men have been arrested on a charge of robbery, with serious bodily injury, a level 2 felony. Bond has now been set for $250,000 surety for …read more.

The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians’ Four Winds casinos are pleased to announce an upcoming performance by comedian Frank Caliendo at Four Winds New Buffalo’s Silver Creek Event Center at 9 p.m. Eastern Friday, March 27, 2015. [weaver_youtube XBW7ysPcbT0 rel=0] Frank Caliendo is known across the world for his humorous impressions of celebrities, athletes, and politicians. …read more.

At approximately 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30 Pierceton Fire Department and Sidney Fire Department were called to the Hoosier Landfill located at the 2700 block of East 800 South on reports of smoke billowing from the ground on the backside of the facility near the methane burn off area. Responders found some items had caught …read more.

Pearl L. Elliott, 89, East Walnut Street, Warsaw, was taken to Kosciusko Community Hospital Sunday after her vehicle struck the Warsaw Family Worship Center. Elliott suffered minor bleeding to the elbow/lower arm. A bystander, Joseph L. White, East CR 200N, Warsaw, was clipped in the knee by the vehicle, but refused medical treatment. The accident …read more.

[weaver_youtube YPPt5DcfrQM rel=0] A long-standing Leesburg Christmas tradition has received a second lease on life. The life-size nativity scene was once a fixture at the old People’s State Bank many years ago. Now, thanks to the efforts of community members Sue and Craig Charlton, Pastor Mike Beezley and local artist Dannielle Robertson, the statues are …read more.

A local hunter is in serious condition tonight after falling out of his tree stand. Richard Burgess, 56, South Bend, went hunting for deer around 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29 near his home on Portage Road in South Bend. Burgess said his stand, which had been in the tree for several years, broke around five …read more.

By William G. Gilroy Notre Dame University Prolific bestselling author James Patterson released a new children’s book on Nov. 24, and it has a distinct University of Notre Dame feel. House of Robots, co-written by Patterson and Chris Grabenstein, takes place in South Bend and features illustrations from the University’s annual National Robotics Week event …read more.

Whitley County Sheriff’s Department investigated a triple fatality Friday evening on CR 300E and Hartman Road. One-vehicle was involved in the accident at 11:02 p.m. Perry J. Coffelt, 50, South CR 300E, Columbia City; Eric D. Hoffman, 19, West CR 350S, Columbia City; and Savannah E. Labenz, 19, East Anderson Road, Churubusco, were all pronounced …read more.

Tippecanoe Valley High School will be hosting a financial aid workshop for senior students and parents from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Dec. 8. Guests are encouraged to attend to learn about scholarships and gain tips on financial aid resources for college. Featured presentations include Local Community Foundation Scholarships, Questa Scholars Program, Indian College …read more.

Former The Voice contestant Melanie Martinez. (Photo Provided) Melanie Martinez is a remarkable 19-year-old artist from Long Island, New York – a stunning and provocative singer, songwriter and visual presence. On May 20, 2014, she released her debut EP, Dollhouse, largely collaborating with Kinetics and One Love (B.o.B), with an additional track produced with Robopop …read more.

Tara, a Sumatran orangutan at the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo, delivered a healthy female baby in the early morning hours of Saturday, Nov. 22. The baby is the only Sumatran orangutan born in a United States zoo in 2014, so she represents a significant addition to the population of critically endangered Sumatran orangutans. “We are …read more.

By MILFORD LIBRARY STAFF After School Is Cool Come to After School is Cool on Tuesday, Dec. 2, to make some very wintry crafts. Let’s make snowflakes out of Q-tips, paper penguins and a popsicle stick reindeer. Miss Malea will show you how to turn some everyday household items into fun crafts. Everyone attending After …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library The state of Indiana turns 198 years old on Dec. 11 and we will be celebrating with some Indiana Trivia at 3 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11. Retired Indiana history teacher Paula Markley will share unusual and little known facts about the Hoosier state. Come and …read more.

Traditional retail stores this holiday season have fully embraced the Internet and continue to close the gap with major online retailers such as Amazon, according to an Indiana University Kelley School of Business expert. “Three years ago, brick-and-mortar retailers sometimes perceived their own websites as competition,” said John Talbott, associate director of the Center for …read more.

UPDATE: According to a report filed by the Winona Lake Police Department, at approximately 11:58 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 27 Garret L. Sommers, 22, Old US 31, Rochester, was traveling on Pierceton Road when he swerved to avoid hitting an animal in the road. Sommers vehicle exited the roadway, struck a tree and overturned. Winona …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Aloha Lakeside Lounge Open Mic Night With Dustin Castle – 9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 27 DJ Batman – 9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29 Barbee Hotel Karaoke with Karrie …read more.

Indiana Conservation Officer Matt Maher is investigating a serious ATV crash that occurred at approximately 8:45 p.m. Wednesday near the intersection of CR 250E and CR 1050N .Justin Desomer, 43, of Syracuse had been deer hunting and had failed to return home, which concerned his family. His wife attempted to contact him by cell phone several …read more.

Icy roadways and blowing winds contributed to a single-vehicle accident on West US 30, east of North CR 500W at 9:30 a.m. Thursday. Police report both lanes on US 30 were covered in ice. Initially reported on US 30, near CR 350W, the accident was several miles down the road. Donald L. Hobbs, 73, Hilmer …read more.

Scammers are sure to be out in full force this holiday shopping season. Attorney General Greg Zoeller offers some tips to help protect shoppers from becoming victims of scams or identity theft. When shopping online: Research the online business you plan to purchase from and confirm their physical address and phone number in case you …read more.

The staff at InkFreeNews.com would like to wish our many readers a warm and happy Thanksgiving holiday. As we count our many holiday blessings, we would like to extend a warm thank you for your continued support and readership, without which we could not continue doing what we do.    

The National Weather Service Northern Indiana has issued a special weather statement  for Thanksgiving day for LaGrange, Noble, Marshall, Kosciusko and St. Joseph, Mich. Accumulating snow is expected today through the evening. A fast moving disturbance aloft will bring a reinforcing shot of cold air to the region today. Lake enhanced snow showers will develop …read more.

Adam W. Booher, 31, East CR 700S, Claypool, suffered an abrasion to his face, in a one-vehicle accident at 6:58 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26. The accident was on North Lake Street, north of West Pike Street, Warsaw. He was arrested for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. Warsaw Police report Booher was driving north on North …read more.

By CAPT. JIM BRADBERRY Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department Investigators from the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department are continuing to investigate a fatal crash involving two semi-trucks that occurred in the westbound lanes of the U.S. 20 Bypass east of US HWY 33. The crash, which occurred on Monday, Nov. 24, at approximately 3:19 p.m. resulted in …read more.

Samarah Ann Engle-Grisby “She was diagnosed with Trisomy 18,” says Melissa Engle of her daughter, Samarah Ann Engle-Grisby. “[Her doctors] told me she probably wouldn’t make it an hour. She made it 121 days.” Samarah passed away on Monday after battling the effects of Trisomy 18. Her mother says she had three different heart defects, …read more.

By JUSTIN WEAVER Center Street Community Theatre The Center Street Community Theatre announces plans for a Spring 2015 production of “Almost, Maine” by John Cariani. Performances are scheduled for March 20-22 at the Wagon Wheel Theatre, Warsaw. Auditions will be held from 7 p.m. to  8:30 p.m.  Wednesday, Dec. 3 and Thursday, Dec. 4, in …read more.

By LORI ANN TILDEN Administrative Assistant, Warsaw Community Schools The Performing Arts Department of Warsaw Community High School will present their sixth annual Holiday Gala at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, in the WCHS Performing Arts Center. The gala will feature the band, choir, theater, orchestra, and dance programs performing seasonal favorites such as “Little …read more.

A former employee of an athletic club has been arrested for forgery and theft. Both occurred while he was employed at the facility. Ross E. Elias, 708 N. Green Road, Goshen, was arrested Tuesday, Nov. 25, on a warrant. Syracuse Police Officer Joseph Keene states, in the affidavit of probable cause, that on Sept. 16, …read more.

Kevin M. Newcomer, 31, with addresses of 8215 E. Lakeview Drive, Syracuse, and 67996 CR 23, New Paris, was arrested Tuesday, Nov. 25, on a charge of theft of a firearm. The affidavit of probable cause, filed by Syracuse Police Officer James Layne, states on Sept. 30, a resident on North Branch Street, Syracuse, reported …read more.

The Warsaw Elks are hosting their annual community Thanksgiving meal from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. tomorrow at Center Lake Pavilion. The free meal will offer traditional Thanksgiving dishes that can be enjoyed at event or can be delivered to those who are homebound. According to Sarah Blosser, bar manager at the Elks Lodge, both …read more.

By WILL DAWSON Executive Director, Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts Thankfully Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts production of A Christmas Story: The Musical will be less dangerous than a Red Ryder Carbine Action BB gun. The only warning label we can offer reads, “If you are planning on attending the Dec. 5 through …read more.

The City of Warsaw was notified this afternoon, Norfolk Southern has reopened the railroad crossing on Market Street. Work has been rescheduled. The railroad will now be closed for grade work beginning Monday morning, weather permitting.

At 1 p.m. this Saturday, Nov. 29, Leesburg’s Clover Park will host a ceremony for the installation of a newly revamped version of an old town treasure. Thanks to the efforts of Leesburg community members such as Clunette United Methodist Church Pastor Mike Beezley, Firefighter Craig Charlton and his mother, Sue, the new and improved …read more.

An unfortunate gust of wind, during the up to 50 mile per hour blasts, on Monday damaged the nativity scene on Pilcher’s lawn in North Webster. It had just been put up for the town tree lighting Saturday. Only one-year-old, it was purchased by the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce with a generous donation …read more.

By LORI ANN TILDEN Administrative Assistant, Warsaw Community Schools Come join us for the second annual Winter Dance Concert at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4 in the PAC Auditorium. Support friends and family in Dance Performance I and II classes as they demonstrate grace and style from Hip Hop to Contemporary, even Tap. For those …read more.

With Black Friday looming, and just a few weeks of Christmas shopping left, many folks are hunkering down for some serious holiday shopping. The door buster deals at the big box stores are certainly enticing, however, consider small, local businesses for your holiday shopping. Shopping local doesn’t just put presents under the tree, it also …read more.

By ALICIA EBAUGH Footlight Theatre Grant Fitch brings his one-man performance of A Christmas Carol to Footlight Theatre in Michigan City on Sunday, Dec. 7. Thrill to this classic tale of laughter, chills and redemption in Charles Dickens’ own words, the original version of the scenes you’ve seen again and again in film, and the …read more.

By LORI ANN TILDEN Administrative Assistant, Warsaw Community Schools The Warsaw Community High School Choral Department will present their December Holiday Concert “Go Tell It!” at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 2 in the WCHS Performing Arts Center. The concert will feature all four high school choirs performing a wide variety of seasonal favorites as well …read more.

Gavin Rossdale is good at giving directions: “The only way out is through,” he sings, pointedly, in the first single from Bush’s new album, Man on the Run. [weaver_youtube H0QqkXOIfwI rel=0] When he picked up the Bush banner again a few years ago after having left it alone for the better part of a decade …read more.

Our Father’s House of Warsaw is working to make a big difference in the lives of nearly 100 people this Thanksgiving. Yesterday, workers from the organization packed 90 Thanksgiving meals complete with turkeys, stuffing, green bean casserole fixings, pies or pie ingredients and more. According to Founding Director Roz Morgan, the effort would not have …read more.

By Lt. ESTEBAN POMMIER, M.A. Commanding Officer, The Salvation Army Warsaw Corps Community Center The Salvation Army is in urgent need for volunteer bell ringers. They are preparing for a busy weekend. Although volunteers have already been ringing at some locations, shifts will soon become available at all participating stores. “We are very pleased with …read more.

The Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County has begun a capital campaign to build a much needed new shelter for the community. Matching funds, up to $300,000, are still available for any donations received at this time. The AWL has signed with an architect and beginning the final development of the project. Current estimations of …read more.

Ricky M. Honeycutt, 61, West Old Road 30, Warsaw, was taken to Kosciusko Community Hospital for treatment of minor bleeding to the head and evaluation, following a one-vehicle accident. The accident was at 2:44 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, at Heart Plaza Hotel, East Center Street, Warsaw. Warsaw Police report Honeycutt stated he turned into the …read more.

Sturgill Simpson’s latest album, Metamodern Sounds In Country Music, which continues to receive overwhelming acclaim (iTunes, Amazon, Bandcamp). In support of the release, Simpson and his band—bassist Kevin Black, guitarist Laur Joamets and drummer Miles Miller—will continue their sold-out nationwide tour this fall/winter, including newly announced 2015 headlining dates. Of Metamodern Sounds in Country Music, …read more.

A new recording of favorite Christmas music is available just in time for the start of the holiday season from the Indianapolis Symphonic Choir. The Best of Festival of Carols: Volume One features music heard in recent seasons at Festival of Carols, the annual holiday performances featuring the 200-voice Symphonic Choir. The CD is $20 …read more.

The antics of Buddy the Elf be featured on the Lerner Theatre’s big screen for a special family edition of Lunchtime Live! on Wednesday, Nov. 26. Elf the 2003 holiday classic starring Will Ferrell, Bob Newhart and James Caan, will be the feature presentation from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. [weaver_youtube _TOQWF_-RWY rel=0] The concept …read more.

The Center for Lakes & Streams has announced the first phase of a clean-up project to remove the excess of fallen trees in the Tippecanoe River is complete. In an effort to reduce local flooding, 97 logjams were removed from 15 miles of the Tippecanoe River between Ind. 19 and Old US 30. This project, …read more.

We asked our readers “Which retailer would you like to see come to Warsaw?”  The response was huge!  With nearly 1,000 entries and 400+ comments, the viewers have spoken. WE WANT TARGET!  Accounting for more than half the entries, Target is the retailer most of our readers would like to see come to Warsaw.  Sam’s …read more.

Folk icon Arlo Guthrie will bring the Alice’s Restaurant 50th Anniversary Tour for one performance only to The Egyptian Room at Old National Centre at 8 p.m. Friday, May 1. Doors open at 7 p.m. Performing for over 50,000 people in the pouring rain at Woodstock in 1969, Arlo Guthrie cemented his status as a …read more.

Kosciusko County’s Chamber of Commerce will welcome special guest Jack Swarbrick Jr. to it’s annual Chamber Membership Banquet on Wednesday, Jan. 21 at the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center at Grace College. Swarbrick serves as both the athletic director and vice president of Notre Dame and has been the catalyst for many important initiatives at the university. …read more.

A 13-year-old female entered a guilty plea to the charge of arson recently. The change of plea was entered during a juvenile delinquency hearing in Kosciusko County Superior Court 1. Judge Duane Huffer stated he found factual basis for the admission of guilt and ordered a pre-dispositional report. The young female stated the accusations were …read more.

Students at Edgewood Middle school are again working together to publish their own, student-staffed newspaper On The Edge. The club is comprised of nine members, in both seventh and eighth grade, who collaborate to bring students stories on education, current news topics, Edgewood staff and sports, community and business events and even a taste of the …read more.

With heavy winds sweeping across northern Indiana, power outages are widespread throughout the area. “We’ve been knocking outages out all day,” says NIPSCO spokesperson Larry Graham. “Until the wind calms down, we’ll be working scattered outages.” As of 1:30 p.m. today, NIPSCO reported more than 2,500 customers without power. In Kosciusko County, Leesburg and Syracuse …read more.

When you come out of that turkey coma after Thanksgiving, perhaps you’ll be looking to get out of the house for fun, local entertainment. Or maybe you’re looking to blow off some steam after a Black Friday shopping spree. Whatever the case, The Pier Bar at Oakwood Resort in Syracuse is serving up just what …read more.

Kazeem Owonla Kazeem Owonla, 44, 313 16th Ave., Newark, N.J. was brought to the Kosciusko County Jail last week and booked on charges of corrupt business influence and theft after being arrested by police in Atlanta, Ga., on Nov. 12. (See related) Investigation by the Kosciusko County Sherrif’s Department Officer Dalis Owens has found that from April …read more.

  Drivers of both vehicles believed they had the green light at the intersection of East Winona Avenue and South Scott Street, Warsaw, causing a collision. There were no witnesses to the accident. Warsaw Police report John F. Shepherd, 46, Rosemont Avenue, Warsaw, was on South Scott Street and proceeded to drive through the intersection …read more.

Churubusco Town Marshal Mike Engle, Deputy Marshal Garry Jones and Reserve Officer Zach Bell discovered not one, but 17 one-pot methamphetamine labs during an investigation of a suspicious vehicle. Police responded at 11:05 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 23, to a suspicious vehicle in a parking lot in Churubusco. They found a 1999 GMC Jimmy occupied by two …read more.

A view from SR 13 of the prohibited outside storage on Owen Cobbum’s property south of North Webster. Cobbum claims the items under tarp are construction materials needed to complete the storage building. He is accruing fines of $300 a day for failure to clean up the site. The photo was taken Thursday. Owen Cobbum’s …read more.

By MAGGIE KENWORTHY Feature Writer Syracuse Holiday Magic provided local families with a festive day full of activities. Saturday’s events began at the Lakeland Youth Center and later moved to Crosson Mill Park in Syracuse. The Lakeland Youth Center was a scene similar to Santa’s workshop as children were able to design and create their …read more.

The National Weather Service has now issued a high wind warning for Kosciusko and surrounding counties. This advisory is in effect until 7 p.m. this evening. The strong winds have caused trees and branches to fall into roads and power lines across the county. Southwest winds will increase to 35 to 45 mph with wind …read more.

Milford Fire Department was called at 9:30 a.m. Monday to a cargo trailer fire at 41 West North Street, Milford. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. A car near the tire was moved by a passing motorist. The property is owned by Juan and Erica Parra. Erica Parra was inside the home …read more.

Emergency personnel responded to a tree on fire that struck a power line on Country Club Road and Winona Beach Drive, Winona Lake. Please be advised power outages and travel delays may be possible in the area. See related articles: Power Outages Reported Throughout Northern Indiana, BREAKING: Strong Winds Cause Damages, Fallen Trees

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Emergency personnel responded to an accident located near the SR 25 and SR 110. (Photo by John Faulkner) According to officials with Fulton County Sheriff’s Department, no one was injured in the accident. (Photo by John Faulkner) Mentone Fire Department and Fulton County Sheriff’s Department responded to the scene. See similar stories: Single vehicle accident …read more.

By SAMANTHA WATSON Marketing, Ignition Music Garage The Main Squeeze is a raging funk experience born within the thriving live music scene of Bloomington, Ind., and currently residing in Chicago, Ill. Since coming together in late 2009, The Squeeze have managed to establish a unique sound and identity in a short period of time. Some …read more.

Motorist should be aware the railroad crossing on Ranch Road will be closed until sometime Wednesday. Officials with Norfolk Southern are repairing the crossing.

It was a sad, yet happy occasion Sunday afternoon when individuals gathered at the Kosciusko Community YMCA to say good-bye to the 50-year-old facility, to celebrate a new facility and hear what the new building owners have planned.

Jennifer N. Irwin, 24, North Syracuse-Webster Road, Syracuse, signed off on medical care at the scene of a one-vehicle accident Monday morning. The accident was at 5:33 a.m. on North Syracuse-Webster Road, west of North CR 700E, Syracuse. Irwin told police she was eastbound when she saw a deer in the roadway. She thought she …read more.

Saturday night was a magical night in North Webster as Santa made an appearance to light the town’s Christmas tree and welcome in the holiday season.

Today wasn’t Atwood Firefighter’s Mike Blair’s birthday. It was actually Friday, Nov. 14, the same day as Mamie Eisenhowers. Yet today’s celebration of his 67 years was just as special and a big surprise.

Haley Koser, 15, West Monoquet Road, Warsaw, complained of pain to the knee/lower let/foot, after the vehicle was was a passenger in went off the road Saturday, Nov. 22. Koser was a passenger in a vehicle driven by Betty M. Trump, 66, West Monoquet Road, Warsaw. The accident occurred at 3:39 p.m. on South SR …read more.

The Kosciusko Community YMCA will be closing its Smith Street location with a ceremony from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 23. After 50 years of serving the community, the center will close to reopen at it’s new location at 1305 Mariners Drive, Warsaw. Light refreshments, an opportunity to write down a Y story …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff Deputies, Multi-Township EMS and Warsaw Fire Department are responding to an accident on SR 25S near CR 200S. Roadways are reported slick due to freezing rain.

AMBER ALERT CANCELLED: Shortly before 7 p.m. Friday, Warren police confirmed that Delilah Flores was found, and is reportedly unharmed. WLNS-TV in Lansing reported she was in Alachua County, Florida. Missing 3 year old, Delilah Flores. Delilah was last seen wearing a pink sweater, gray leggings with purple polka dots, and beige boots. The child …read more.

Gordon L. Allen III is the newest officer with the Warsaw Police Department. Allen was sworn in during today’s Warsaw Board of Public Works & Safety meeting.

[weaver_youtube -VBOLd9z8_A rel=0] Gateway Education Center’s library is looking to make a big difference in their students’ lives and you can help by giving just 30 seconds of your time. Through the pursuit of the “Thank A Million Teachers” $2,500 grant, the school could add numerous high-interest nonfiction books for students in grades kindergarten through twelfth. …read more.

The Indiana Civil Rights Commission announced today that there is probable cause to believe two women, previously working for R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company of Warsaw, and Pizza King of Muncie, respectively, were discriminated against because of their sex in violation of the Indiana Civil Rights Law (Ind. Code § 22-9, et seq.). In each …read more.

Stage 773 Creative Director Brian Posen is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated line-up for the 14th Annual Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival. Over the past 14 years, the Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival has garnered international attention, attracting over 10,000 patrons annually from around the world. Jan. 8 through Jan. 18, audiences will enjoy the largest …read more.

UPDATE: We’ve just been informed that the Grinch will be making an appearance at First Friday. The big, green curmudgeon will be in the Repurpose Room at 7:30 p.m. to read Dr. Seuss’s holiday classic, “How The Grinch Stole Christmas.” Tis the season, and Warsaw’s First Friday celebration for December is sure to get everybody …read more.

Approximately 30 people turned out for a reception Thursday evening at Oakwood to welcome Nathan Wilson, the new director of Chautauqua Wawasee. After mingling with and meeting people, Wilson was formally introduced by Steve Walker, president of the Oakwood Foundation. In his introduction Walker explained the foundation board did a thorough study and evaluated several …read more.

Veteran actor and Amish Acres favorite Jeremy Littlejohn is back on stage at the Round Barn Theatre in Nappanee in the holiday special “Shrek The Musical.” It’s a delight to watch for young and old alike. Littlejohn is Shrek, an ogre, with a problem. Littlejohn is terrific, as usual. The musical opens with puppets telling …read more.

Emergency personnel have been called to Pierceton Road near the intersection of 350 East for a two-vehicle accident. Occupants of one of the vehicles involved are being checked by EMS at the scene.

The sole item on the agenda was approved at the Syracuse Board of Zoning Appeals meeting Thursday. Tom Votaw’s petition is for a variance to allow the construction of a residence 23 feet from the right of way and 23 feet from the water’s edge. The property is located on east side of Lake Drive …read more.

Voting is the right of the people. We all get a say in who is in charge. Watch this video on the literacy test Louisiana citizens in 1964 had to pass in order to vote:

[weaver_youtube e3l2p3nThUE rel=0] BLOOMINGTON – When Nic Moore’s name was announced during starting lineups Thursday night at Assembly Hall, it was a moment that many had been waiting to come for quite a while. Moore, a 2011 graduate of Warsaw, was back on the court in his home state and that just felt right. Though …read more.

The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana issued a special weather statement at 5:08 a.m. this morning for a large number of counties including Kosciusko. A period of light freezing rain is likely late tonight into early Saturday morning. The light freezing rain is expected to move into far northwest Indiana after midnight and then …read more.

[weaver_youtube sz7cF0DHBXk rel=0] BOURBON – It was just a special night all around Thursday at Triton High School. Plymouth and Triton battled to a whale of a conclusion in the girls basketball game and buried the hatchet as both clubs teamed up to provide a ‘Win’ of a much bigger variety. Before the game even …read more.

Warsaw Fire Department is currently responding to a vehicle fire at 2005 East Market Street in Warsaw. The fire was reportedly the result of an effort to jump start the car’s battery. The fire is under control and no one was injured.

The Northern Indiana Blizzard of 1978 is the worst on record in Hoosier history. It proved to be the first winter storm where a blizzard storm warning was issued for the entire state at 3:45 p.m. Jan. 25, 1978. Over the several day span of the storm, temperatures dipped to 4 degrees while winds created …read more.

By ALICIA EBAUGH Footlight Theatre Meet Anne Shirley, the red-headed, tart-tongued orphan girl of “Anne of Green Gables,” brought to life at Footlight Theatre this holiday season. Performance dates are Dec. 5-7 and Dec. 11-14. The play, “Anne of Green Gables,” adapted by Sylvia Ashby, highlights key pieces of the story by Lucy Maud Montgomery …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Warsaw Performing Arts Center Symphony of the Lakes Home for the Holidays Pops Concert – 2 p.m. and 7p.m. Saturday, Nov. 22 Aloha Lakeside Lounge Open Mic Night …read more.

By CHIP DAVIS Creator, Mannheim Steamroller Mannheim Steamroller will present the best the holiday has to offer this season. The group will perform live for one performance only in Muncie at Ball State’s Emens Auditorium on Wednesday, Dec. 17. Tickets are on sale now and available at the Emens Auditorium box office, 765-285-1539, toll free …read more.

The Whitley County Sheriff’s Office released the cause of death for arrestee Kevin J. Minnix who died Tuesday while incarcerated in that county’s jail. (See related) The autopsy reveals asphyxiation as the cause of death. According to Mark E. Hodges, sheriff, at approximately 8:40 p.m. Tuesday, Minnix was found unresponsive and sitting on the floor …read more.