Milford Redevelopment Commission met Monday morning and passed a motion to support granting a tax phase in request by Chore-Time Group of $7.1 million. The phase in request comes as part of the Chore-Time Group’s planned expansion of its Milford facility, and Jeff Miller, Chore-Time’s operations manager, was in attendance to present the proposal, in …read more.

Tippecanoe Valley is in need of substitute teachers who can help by providing quality instruction when our teachers are unable to be at school. This opportunity can be immensely fulfilling as you help further the education of today’s youth in a classroom experience. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity in a setting where …read more.

A 5-year-old was taken to Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne, for abdominal injuries following a two-vehicle accident at 10:30 a.m. today at Higbee and First streets in Milford. Isabelle Brown, 5, was a passenger in a vehicle driven by her mother, Jessica Brown, 26, Matthews Drive, Milford. Jessica Brown and a 2-year-old, also in the vehicle, …read more.

Two additional photos have been provided by the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Crime Scene Unit from the Friday evening attempted robbery in Leesburg, Indiana. KCSD Detectives stated that additional information obtained from witnesses has determined that the suspect was possibly between 5’5″ and 5’7″ in height, Caucasian male, and is potentially a teenager. Video enhancement …read more.

Norfolk Southern Railroad will have railroad crossings at Arthur Street and Fort Wayne Street closed in Warsaw. The closures are expected for the remainder of the week.

UPDATE: Luanne Harmon, 48, West CR 550N, Warsaw, and Michael A. Whitaker, 31, Toledo Road, Elkhart, were taken to Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne, following a one-vehicle accident at 2:36 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 12. The accident was on Old SR 15, south of East Mock Road, south of Milford. Harmon complained of pain to her head. …read more.

Kosciusko County Dispatch just announced the 2600 block of Western Drive in Winona Lake will be closed for a block party. The road is expected to reopen at 10 p.m. this evening.

The recipes were tweaked to perfection. The judges and people have tasted. And the winners of the Third Annual Farmer’s Market Chili Cook-Off are in. Paula Bowman, chili cook-off organizer, presenting the judge’s choice trophy to Jeff and Cindy Stier. There were only a handful of chili chefs, but each brought their own flare and …read more.

The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department detectives are currently investigating the attempted robbery at Freedom Express gas station/convenience store, 201 S. Main St. Deputies responded at 9:20 p.m. and were advised a male, possibly teenager, had entered the business and attempted to rob the cashier. The suspect was denied and fled the business. He was last …read more.

The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana has issued a frost advisory for tonight. A strong high pressure system over the northern plains will move slowly southeast tonight. Clearing skies and light winds are expected, which will cause temperatures in the area to fall into the lower to middle 30s with some frost forming by …read more.

The eighth annual Taste & Trade Expo kicked off this morning at 10 a.m. at the Manahan Orthopedic Capital Center in Winona Lake. The expo is a unique event. At first glance, it looks like any other business convention. Retail, service, manufacturing and not-for-profit business from all over Kosciusko County set up information booths in …read more.

A neighbor, seeing smoke coming from a vacant mobile home, alerted authorities to a fire at approximately 5:25 p.m. this evening. Burket Fire Department, assisted by Mentone Fire Department, responded to Kingfisher Drive at Palestine Lake, just off CR 600W. The home, owned by Kevin Wright, was unoccupied when the fire broke out. However, electric …read more.

Each fall the annual crop harvest coupled with the beginning of hunting season and the deer mating season makes deer movement more prominent and the number of car/deer crashes increase. Motorists are reminded to use extra caution when driving in rural areas of Indiana. Deer are generally more active in the early morning and pre-dawn …read more.

By ALYSSA SCHMUCKER EMT-A North Webster Emergency Medical Services Director North Webster Fire station will be joining the festivities in North Webster on Halloween. During trick or treat hours, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., cookies, candy, coffee and apple cider will be available to the public. A costume contest will also be held at the …read more.

Bill Engvall is a little jet-lagged when he calls. The 57-year-old comedian has just returned from a vacation with his wife in the French Riviera. I ask him if he ever thought he’d be vacationing in France when he started his career in comedy. “The only Paris I thought we’d be going to would be …read more.

The American Red Cross of Kosciusko County would like to encourage school groups, youth groups, service clubs and anyone who is interested to team up with the local chapter to distribute fire safety information to homes throughout Kosciusko County for Project S.A.F.E. from 10 a.m. until noon Saturday, Oct. 18. Project S.A.F.E. stands for Smoke …read more.

“The last time I was before you I talked about what a great couple of years it’s been,” George Robertson, Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation president, told the Kosciusko County Council on Oct. 10. Robertson went on to report that unemployment had dropped once again. However, this poses a problem for some local employers. “Our employers …read more.

Students at Warsaw Community Schools, Lakeland Christian Academy as well as teachers and community members, gathered yesterday and will gather again today at Madison Elementary to make a big difference. Adults and students alike are working side-by-side in an effort to pack meals for Feed My Starving Children, a non-profit Christian organization that is committed …read more.

At the Oct. 9 meeting of the Kosciusko County Council, iDNA, a subsidiary of Wildman Business Group, was granted its requested tax abatement. A 10-year abatement was requested at the council’s Aug. 14 meeting, when Josh Wildman came before the council and announced his business was expanding its product line, buying new equipment and planning …read more.

By JOHN SADLER Shrine Turkey Shoot Committee The 16th Annual Shrine Turkey Shoot will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 11 and 12, at Beeson’s Gun Range, 8994 West CR 25 South, Etna Green (just off Crystal Lake Road). The annual shoot is to support the Kosciusko County Shrine …read more.

Bourbon Police Officer Matthew M. Cottrill and Reserve Officer Doug Nordman conducted a traffic stop on Kameron Flynn, Lakeville, at 12:34 a.m. Thursday to discover Flynn was in possession of 36 grams of marijuana and six different controlled substances. The traffic stop was at US 30 and Elm Road. Flynn has been arrested for felony …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Neil Diamond, iconic Grammy Award®-winning Rock and Pop Singer/Songwriter and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member, will embark on his highly anticipated Neil Diamond Tour 2015, kicking off in Allentown, Pa. on Feb. 27, 2015 and ending in Denver, Col. on May 31, 2015. The tour will make a stop in downtown …read more.

UPDATE: Kosciusko Community YMCA opened as usual at 5 a.m. this morning, INITIAL: Summer Zimmer, Kosciusko Community YMCA director of communications and social responsibility, has announced the YMCA, 1401 E. Smith Street, Warsaw, has to immediately close due to a water shut down. Officials hope to reopen Friday morning. Individuals are asked to stay tuned …read more.

(EDITOR’S NOTE: This list will continue to be added to as events and community trick-or-treat times are submitted. To submit your fall/Halloween event, email [email protected]) Trick-or-Treat Times Thursday, Oct. 30 Nappanee – 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31 Akron – 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Argos – 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Atwood – …read more.

I complete list of Halloween/Fall events can be found here. 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 City Hall Plaza ExtravaBandza – 1-10 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 11 Kosciusko County Fairgrounds Soul Taker’s Acres – …read more.

North Webster’s newest hotel, The Zombie Hotel, is creaking open for haunts 6 p.m., Friday, Oct. 17. Constructed and staffed by the local Lions Club and Boy Scout zombies this eerie hotel can be found on the Mermaid Festival Grounds just two blocks west of the downtown stoplight on Washington and Blaine streets. Unlike many …read more.

A horse, which escaped its pasture along SR 13 south of Syracuse, was struck by a vehicle at 2:26 a.m. today and had to be put down. The accident was just west of North Grandview Drive, in the area of Lakeland Animal Clinic of Lake Wawasee. Syracuse Police Officer Joe Salazar was the first officer …read more.

The Indiana Department of Transportation reminds all Hoosiers that campaign signs are prohibited from federal and state highway right-of-way according to Indiana Code 9-21-4-6. INDOT personnel are required by state law to remove all unauthorized signs within the state right-of-way. INDOT personnel will remove campaign signs and other illegal signs from right-of-way per IC 9-21-4-6—as …read more.

According to Kosciusko County Health Department Administrator Bob Weaver, Golden Corral in Warsaw is still working on plumbing problems that closed the restaurant earlier this year. It is still unknown exactly when the restaurant will reopen, but Weaver expects he will be notified once repairs are completed. After passing an inspection, the restaurant would be able …read more.

Biomet, Inc. announced today financial results for its first quarter that ended on Aug. 31. Consolidated net sales increased 6 percent (5.6 percent constant currency) worldwide to approximately $775 million. Knee sales grew 4.3 percent (3.8 percent constant currency) worldwide to $234.7 million. Hip sales increased 3.8 percent (3.6 percent constant currency) worldwide to $155.3 million. S.E.T. …read more.

Kosciusko County S.W.A.T. team was called in to assist South Whitley Police Department Tuesday afternoon in the arrest of an individual wanted on a Kosciusko County warrant. John Justine Tingle, 34, South Whitley, was arrested without incident after a stand-off at his mother’s home. According to the Kosciusko County Prosecutor’s office, Tingle was wanted on …read more.

Attorney General Greg Zoeller announced Indiana’s involvement in a $105 million national settlement reached today with AT&T Mobility LLC, resolving allegations that the company placed charges for third-party services on customers’ cell phone bills that had not been authorized by the customer – a practice known as “mobile cramming.” Zoeller joined attorneys general from 49 …read more.

Republican incumbent Marlin Stutzman, Democrat Justin Kuhnle and Libertarian candidate Scott Wise will be the voters’ choices for U.S. Congress Third District representative on the ballot. Voting takes place Tuesday, Nov. 4. The Mail-Journal asked the candidates their opinion on two situations: one specific to the Third District and one impacting the entire nation. Their …read more.

By LT. KIP SHUTER Public Information Officer, City of Warsaw Traffic Safety This afternoon, officials, emergency services, and school system representatives met with Norfolk Southern Railroad Corporation representatives and found out that the following railroad grade crossings, along the north south Norfolk Southern railroad tracks, that are currently closed in Kosciusko County are: CR  900 …read more.

The width and depth of musical and artistic talent incubated in the local communities of Milford, North Webster and Syracuse continues to amaze. Another example of this is Jaxon Lee Swain. Now located in Louisville, he is the bass player in a band The Ladybirds, works at sonaBLAST! Records and is one of the founders …read more.

The Indiana State Department of Health released earlier this month the 2013 Indiana Medical Error Reporting System annual report. Reports of stage three or four pressure ulcers acquired after admission increased from 30 in 2012 to 45 in 2013. Pressure ulcers, also known as bed sores, have been the most reported incident seven of the …read more.

By DAVID BLANK Alliance for Retired Americans Today, Alliance for Retired Americans members endorsed Joe Bock for election to the U.S. Congress from Indiana’s 2nd District at an event in South Bend. “Joe Bock is really a champion for seniors. He can be trusted to lead with our interests. His views on keeping health care …read more.

A lack of a quorum for the second week in a row has cancelled the City of Warsaw Traffic Safety Commission meeting. Originally scheduled to meet Oct. 1, the meeting was cancelled earlier that day when a quorum could not be met. The meeting was rescheduled for 1 p.m. today. However, after a 15 minute …read more.

Ranch Road at the railroad crossing is closed for an undetermined amount of time. It appears that the railroad crossing is being reconstructed. This morning, city of Warsaw officials learned that Norfolk & Southern Railroad maintenance crews had shut down the Ranch Road crossing with no notice to the city, and no advance warning signs …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Commissioner of the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) Don Snemis announced today that the BMV has begun issuing claim forms to Hoosiers who are entitled to Excise Tax refunds dating back to 2004. The agency anticipates that all claim forms will be mailed within the next 30 days. Current estimates indicate that …read more.

The Warsaw Area Career Center (WACC) will officially open its restaurant, The Blue Apron to the public today at 11 a.m., offering sandwiches, soups, salads and more to guests all prepared in-house by students of the WACC. The ambience at the Blue Apron is not the only draw for guests. The menu, which changes biweekly …read more.

Early voting, also known as absentee voting, is underway throughout Indiana and locally at the Kosciusko County Clerk’s Office, in the County Justice Building, 121 N. Lake St., Warsaw. Any registered voter is eligible to cast a ballot between now and Monday, Nov. 3, at the Early Voting Office. The Early Voting Office is open …read more.

We approached the candidates for U.S. Representative for District 2 and asked them some questions. Below are responses from Republican incumbent Jackie Walorski and Democratic candidate Joe Bock. Libertarian candidate Jeff Petermann ended his run and dropped out of the Libertarian Party after the July 15 deadline to have his name removed from the Nov. …read more.

By CAPT. JAMES BRADBERRY Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department Elkhart County Sheriff’s Deputies were alerted at 8 a.m. Tuesday by a student that an unknown subject had offered them a ride while walking to the bus stop near the area of CR 45 and CR 13. Though the person never exited the vehicle or attempted to …read more.

[weaver_youtube F9zl7mb_i-s rel=0] The Wabash Valley Music Association will present a very special concert opportunity for area students and adults alike. The Sphinx Virtuosi chamber orchestra will perform on Thurs., Oct. 9 at 10 a.m. on the Ford Theatre stage. Admission for this rare performance is $1 per person and attendees will have the luxury …read more.

Article by Chelsea Los, Staff Writer David Kolbe, candidate for Indiana State Representative, District 22, filed a formal complaint with the Indiana Election Commission against his opponent, Curt Nisly, on Aug. 18 this year. Kolbe alleged that Nisly was using his business, C-Tech Solutions, to gain an unfair advantage in the District 22 campaign, along …read more.

The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for east central Fulton County, southern Kosciusko County and Northern Wabash County effective until 4:30 p.m. At 3:50 p.m. a severe thunderstorm was located near Rochester moving east at 20 mph. Reports of quarter sized hail and wind gusts of 60 mph …read more.

Country music singer, songwriter, actor and winner of “Celebrity Apprentice” Trace Adkins returns to the Morris Performing Arts Center on Friday, Nov. 28, at 8 p.m. with “The Christmas Show” featuring Celtic songs and traditional holiday favorites from his Christmas album, “The King’s Gift.” The show combines fireside story-telling with performances of classic carols. Adkins’ …read more.

Emergency personnel responded to an accident at 11:55 a.m. today on CR 11 and CR 46, just 2 miles north of Nappanee city limits, that resulted in injuries to a driver involved in the incident. According to an accident report filed by Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department, Joyce Palmateer, 39, of Walkerton, Ind., was traveling north …read more.

Indiana’s House District 22 has received plenty of attention and is one of the most contested political races this year. Several letters to the editor and social media comments have been generated. But less than a month from now, it will be decided. Curt Nisly, Republican; David Kolbe, Democrat; and Michael Stinfer, a registered Republican …read more.

“After reviewing the Indiana Code and discussing the district with the [Warsaw Redevelopment] Commission, I am providing you with a resolution that will allow the city to create a Riverfront District,” said City Planner Jeremy Skinner’s memo regarding a Riverfront Development District in Warsaw. The proposed district would run along Buffalo Street from Center Street …read more.

Yesterday the Supreme Court of the United States of America chose not to hear appeals from Indiana, Oklahoma, Utah, Virginia and Wisconsin regarding Circuit Court rulings on the validity of same-sex marriages. Since the Supreme Court’s action (or lack thereof) yesterday, same-sex couples in many of the affected states have been applying for marriage licenses. …read more.

Jaime Alvarado, 40, of San Diego, Calif., and formerly of Milford, has been sentenced to 40 years for dealing in a narcotic drug, more than three grams, and dealing in methamphetamine, in excess of three grams. Alvarado was arrested on June 25, by Warsaw Police during a traffic stop on SR 15, on the south …read more.

By STEPHANIE OVERBEY Associate Director, Kosciusko County Community Foundation During World War II, in the suburbs of Chicago, a baker struggled to keep his bakery going after two of his workers got drafted and two went to work in war factories. In an act of desperation, the baker began making only two kinds of pies …read more.

An Army Ranger was named October’s Veteran of the Month at the Kosciusko County Commissioners meeting Tuesday. Chuck Dippon of Warsaw was in the U.S. Army for 10 years. He joined the Army in March 1991. After basic training at Fort Knox, Ky., he was stationed in Fort Bliss, Texas. He also was stationed in …read more.

Rudy’s Dog Park is hosting its fourth annual Dogtoberfest live auction and raffle fundraiser on Friday, Oct. 10, with social hour from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and the auction from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Downtown Eatery & Spirits at 205 W. Center St. in Warsaw.  Dozens of items have been donated …read more.

On Wednesday, Oct. 6, the city of Warsaw’s Common Council accepted a donation from The Bowen Center for $10,000 to contribute to the East Market Street Trail. This is the first major donation toward the K21 Health Foundation’s grant of $375,000. The full amount of the K21 grant will only be realized if the community …read more.

The hot topic on the agenda at Warsaw Common Council’s Monday, Sept. 6 meeting was Ordinance Nos. 2014-09-05 and 2014-09-06. These two ordinances, both approved with a 6-1 vote, would allow the city of Warsaw to sell general obligation bonds for the purpose of procuring funds for street department equipment. “The revenues coming into our …read more.

UPDATE: Milford Fire Department has returned to the station after being called out at approximately 10:10 p.m. to investigate an odor in the area of Section and Higbee streets. It is believed the odor had dissipated as a search of the southern portion of the town resulted in no odor being located. INITIAL REPORT: Milford …read more.

By RACHEL MONDRAGON Director of Marketing and Fund Promotions, Wagon Wheel Theatre The Wagon Wheel Theatre’s community theatre The Center Street Community Theatre debuts its first show “You Can’t Take it with You” starting Oct. 10-12 at the Wagon Wheel Theatre, Warsaw. You Can’t Take it with You tells the story of two families meeting …read more.

By RACHEL MONDRAGON Director of Marketing and Fund Promotions The Wagon Wheel Theatre, Warsaw, announces auditions for boys and girls ages 9-16 (5′ tall and under) for its holiday production of “A Christmas Story: The Musical.” Seeking talented singers/dancers/actors for leading roles and ensemble in this Wagon Wheel production. Auditions will be at 10 a.m. …read more.

By CRYSTAL TUDOR CTB, Inc., Dodgeball Tournament Coordinator CTB, Inc, Milford, is holding their annual Dodgeball Tournament on Tuesday, Oct. 7 as a fundraiser for the United Way of Kosciusko County. In past years, the tournament has been open to employees only but this year we’ve expanded to include friends and family of CTB employees …read more.

At the Warsaw Redevelopment Commission meeting on Monday, Oct. 6, the commission approved an agreement between WRC and Warsaw Fiber. The agreement outlines the terms of a fiber optic build project in parts of downtown Warsaw. WRC agrees to pay 60 percent of the customer financed portion of build-out cost. Warsaw Fiber will be required …read more.

UPDATE: Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, Multi-Township E.M.S. and the Warsaw/Wayne Township Fire Territory responded today at 3:47 p.m. to a report of farm accident. Winona Lake Fire Department personnel arrived first at the location of 226 West, County Road 300 South, Warsaw, and discovered an individual that was pinned underneath a small, utility-farm tractor. A hydraulic floor …read more.

Today, the United States Supreme Court opted not to review all five same-sex marriage rulings, including one from the state of Indiana, by federal circuit courts. “The Supreme Court’s action this morning means that it will not hear the cases, the Circuit court decisions are affirmed, the stays will be lifted in those cases,” wrote James …read more.

The weather is supposed to be brisk this weekend, but here’s an event worth bundling up for. On Saturday, Oct. 11, ExtravaBandza will bring some of the best local music acts to Warsaw City Hall Plaza. Unplugged acoustic acts and plugged-in rockers alike will perform downtown in the afternoon and evening. Additionally beer and food …read more.

By TONY DOYLE Operations Division Chief Multi-Township EMS Multi-Township Emergency Medical Service is pleased to announce the placement a CPR Training Trailer into service. Months of close collaboration between Kerlin Motors and the K21 Health Foundation made this project possible. Kerlin Motors donated a trailer to transport and store CPR training equipment that was purchased …read more.

The Marshall County Commissioners announced today that construction to repair the Jefferson Street Bridge in Plymouth will begin on Thursday, Oct. 9. The bridge will be closed to traffic so please consider planning an alternative route. The project is expected to last approximately 3 weeks. Expect heavier than normal traffic before and after school on …read more.

Democratic Candidate for Indiana’s 22nd House District, David Kolbe’s Town Hall meeting for a public Meet and Greet will be from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7, at The Syracuse Community Center, 1013 N. Long Dr., Syracuse. Kolbe looks forward to answering any and all constituent questions regarding his policy positions as well …read more.

On Friday, Oct. 3, the European Union antitrust regulators opened an investigation into the $13.4 billion bid from Zimmer for Biomet. According to Reuters, the investigation will increase pressure on Zimmer to offer concession to alleviate their concerns. Should the deal be cleared by the EU competition authority, which will be decided upon by Feb. 16, …read more.

Joshua Warren Powers, 28, 12600 SR 13, North Manchester, was arrested Friday on a charge of battery, causing serious bodily injury, level 5 felony. He as held on a $4,000 surety bond. Events occurred on Sept. 3, according to the affidavit of probable cause, where one fight led to another person being seriously injured. The …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The Vogue in Broad Ripple welcomes the Misfits on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014 at 9 p.m., doors open at 8 p.m., as part of the Sun King Concert Series for Punk Rock Night – The Official Halloween Show. At the dawn of the punk movement in April 1977, the Misfits were born from …read more.

WABASH – The Eagles Theatre will present classic films every Tuesday beginning Oct. 7 through Dec. 23. Show times are at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., and admission is $2 per person. Lead Sponsor for Throwback Tuesdays is First Farmers Bank & Trust, with Wellbrooke of Wabash as Associate Sponsor. Classic movie buffs can show …read more.

Michael A. Turner, 45, 1116 Dill Ave., Linden, N.J., is behind bars in Kosciusko County on $20,000 cash bond. He was booked Saturday. Turner is facing charges of forgery and fraud of a financial institution, class C felonies; theft and identity deception, class D felonies. The charges were filed on Aug. 13. The affidavit of …read more.

According to the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department (MCSD), several Culver residents have received phone calls stating they are late on the paying of their property taxes and that a lien will be placed on their property and the police are on the way with a warrant for their arrest. Some calls are reportedly automated phone …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The 23rd annual Heartland Film Festival kicked off on Saturday, Oct. 4 with a special party and advance screening of Warner Bros. Pictures’ “The Judge.” Director David Dobkin (“Wedding Crashers”) traveled to Indianapolis in support of the film that opens wide on Oct. 10, 2014. Fans were stunned when Robert Downey Jr. made …read more.

[weaver_youtube KKIrsXl2DZA rel=0] When we last heard from The Matchsellers – the bluegrass duo of Andrew Morris and Julie Bates – they were leaving Kosciusko County to spend some time in Bates’ native Kansas City, Mo., then departing on an extensive tour around the country. The group is still out busking their way around the …read more.

Remember the days of the Soap Box Derby? Recall those exciting times at the Kosciusko County Historical Society during its 49th annual dinner meeting, at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, in the Center Lake Pavilion, Warsaw. “History of the Soap Box Derby 1938-1963,” will be the program as guests will view Boice Films of the …read more.

UPDATE: At approximately 12:34 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 5, Geneva B. Spencer, 87, Linden Drive, Bloomington, was eastbound on Winona Ave., waiting to turn left on to Hand Ave. Spencer stated she saw no cars and proceeded with the turn. Spencer pulled into the path of a vehicle driven by Dale R. Riley, 53 North …read more.

[weaver_youtube T5sePnDu_T8 rel=8]     Winter like weather, including an occasional rain shower mixed with snow, didn’t keep people from bundling up in winter clothing and visiting the Fall Festival in Winona Lake Saturday. Events took place on Canal Street and Auditorium Boulevard. The festival was a joint effort between the Winona Lake Parks Department …read more.

North Webster Community Center relies on donations to keep the doors open year round. Saturday evening, the North Webster Community Center Heart of the Community Charity Auction and Raffle was held to benefit the community center. As usual a large crowd filled the gymnasium in the community center and several items were auctioned off live …read more.

[weaver_youtube -L0RXJJRWOQ rel=0]           Temperatures in the lower 50s and wind, making it feel like it was in the 40s, didn’t keep hundreds from an artful evening at First Friday, downtown Warsaw. Face painting, fall art creations, cookie decorating and listening to the Warsaw Community Pep Band were highlights of the …read more.

Warsaw Fire Department is en route to 1814 Hepler Drive, where a gas line has been struck. There has been no word of any evacuation. Authorities are attempting to contact NIPSCO.

By BRIAN SMITH Communications Director, Kolbe For State Rep Democratic Candidate for Indiana’s 22nd House District, David Kolbe, invites the public to a Meet and Greet from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7, at the Syracuse Town Hall located at 310 N. Huntington St. Kolbe looks forward to answering any and all constituent …read more.

(EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the third in a series of articles by guest writer, Christopher Yingling, Marketing Intern at The Beaman Home. The series is intended to shed light on the issue of domestic violence in our community.) In the entire process of legally solving a domestic violence dispute, the prosecution process may seem the …read more.

At the Oct. 3 meeting of the Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety, the city of Warsaw’s Human Resources Director Jennifer Whitaker came before the board seeking approval for changes to city employee benefit packages. The changes would affect city employees dental plans, short term disability and retirement plans. Employee’s self-funded dental plan will …read more.

The Warsaw Beginning Band will present their fall concert at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6, in the Lakeview Middle School Auditorium. The concert will feature each section of the band as well as several full band pieces such as “When the Saints Go Marching In” and “Majestic March.” Support our beginning band students by attending …read more.

Kosciusko County Community Foundation recently received approval from Lilly Endowment Inc. to participate in their GIFT VI initiative. Also known as Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow, the GIFT VI initiative will match every dollar donated to the Kosciusko County Community Foundation’s “Bring it Home” campaign. Dollars contributed to the Bring it Home campaign will go …read more.

A community benefit is planned for Bill Linn of Claypool. It will be held from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4, at the South Whitley Fire Station. Proceeds will go to help with medical bills, as well as upcoming expenses related to Linn’s farming accident, which took place over Memorial weekend. Linn lost …read more.

John M. Hale, 57, Warsaw, is back in jail after the court revoked his release on his own recognizance. Hale is charged with a class A felony of child molesting. He was initially arrested in April and held on $50,000 surety bond. A bond reduction hearing on July 31 allowed his release. His bond has …read more.

“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” is based on the story from the Bible. It is currently on stage at Amish Acre’s Round Barn Theatre. In Genesis 37:18-33 is the story of Joseph and his 11 brothers, all sons of Jacob. It’s no secret. Joseph was Jacob’s favorite son and his brothers were jealous and …read more.

“We are having to push filming to the spring due to cast availability,” says Drew Waters, the writer and director of “Nouvelle Vie,” a film to be shot in Winona Lake. In July, Waters came before the Winona Lake Town Council to announce that he’d fallen in love with the town and intended to use it …read more.

UPDATE: At approximately 12 p.m. today, SR 25 has reopened after a semitrailer hauling 150 swine wrecked, closing the road near 550 West. INITIAL REPORT: At 3:17 a.m. today an accident occurred at SR 25 near 550 West that resulted in closing of the highway to all traffic. The highway remains closed at this time. …read more.

No matter your age, there will be a variety of fun activities at the Syracuse Fall Harvest Festival available to you from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 11. And this annual festival has grown so much over the years that it is going to be hosted at Lakeside Park, located along North Shore Drive …read more.

UPDATE: According to a report issued by the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, at approximately 5:45 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 2, Daniel L. Tucker, 19, Etna Green, was westbound on 640 North. Tucker failed to stop at the intersection of 640 North and 800 West in Etna Green. Tucker collided with Jose L. Barbosa, 37, Warsaw, …read more.

The 2014 Warsaw Downtown Spooktacular date has been set for Friday, Oct. 24. Registration for the costume contest will be from 5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. on the courthouse lawn with trick-or-treating at businesses downtown from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. To close out the evening, costume judging will begin at 7 p.m. on the …read more.

Brett Allen Bradley, 29, 312 N. Broadway St., Mentone, has been arrested on battery of a law enforcement officer, level 6 felony and disorderly conduct, from an event stemming from Sept. 8, at 123 Sophie Lane, Warsaw. He is being held on $2,000 surety bond for these charges. The affidavit of probable cause states Warsaw …read more.

Zimmer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZMH) announced today that it has acquired the business of Cambridge, Massachusetts-based ETEX Holdings, Incorporated. The financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The acquisition enhances Zimmer’s Biologics portfolio of differentiated treatments through the addition of ETEX’s Beta-bsm (Injectable), CarriGen, EquivaBone (including DBM), and Gamma-bsm (Putty) bone void …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 Downtown First Friday – 5-9 p.m., Friday, Oct. 3 Kosciusko County Fairgrounds Soul Taker’s Acres – 8-11 p.m., Friday, Oct. 3, and 8 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, Oct.4 …read more.

WARSAW – OrthoWorx announced on Oct. 2, 2014, that OrthoPediatrics Corp., a Warsaw-based company engaged in developing orthopedic devices for children, has joined OrthoWorx and will participate on its Strategic Advisory Board. OrthoPediatrics employs approximately 60 people in Warsaw. “We are delighted to welcome OrthoPediatrics to membership in OrthoWorx,” said Sheryl Conley, President and CEO …read more.