By JOYCE ARLEEN CORSON Master Gardener SYRACUSE — The spirit of the winter season to me is my indoor garden. Short days are enhanced with indoor space created by a professional design or an off season project built from reusable materials. It can be used this time of year to care for tropical plants or …read more.

PRAIRIE TOWNSHIP — If there was one thing Julia Goon, Prairie Township trustee of 35-years, wants to stress most to her residents, it is that they can call 911 at anytime and still receive ambulance service. According to Goon, a recent email sent out from a member of her township who also also works for …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — An Angola man was recently arrested for possession and dealing of a narcotic, theft of a firearm and carrying a handgun without a license. Travis Lee Covell, 29, 612 Carlin Dr., Angola, was arrested on Dec. 18, for a level 2 felony dealing methamphetamine; level 4 felony possession of methamphetamine; Level 5 …read more.

WARSAW — Goodwill Career Center will be offering a new Microsoft workshop series beginning in January.

ST. CLOUD, FLA. — Police in St. Cloud said a woman mistook her daughter for an intruder, fatally shooting her late Tuesday night.

SYRACUSE — Following Monday’s ice storm, Dec. 28, lack of power was a common issue throughout Syracuse and some parts of Milford and North Webster. Four days later, one strip of Syracuse businesses is still waiting in the dark.

NDIANAPOLIS — Uncle Sam needs you to eat Army food, better known as “Meals, Ready to Eat” or MREs.

WARSAW — There are few jobs as emotionally challenging as that of a hospice nurse. “Most hospice nurses last five to ten years at most,” said Kim Nance, business development manager at Kosciusko Home Care and Hospice.

WARSAW — Crews are responding to an accident at 279 East CR 250N, Warsaw. While the extent of injuries is unknown, officers on the scene believed at least one person may be transported to the hospital. Another person was treated at the scene for unknown injuries.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — “2015 was a fantastic year,” said George Robertson, president of Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation. “It’s certainly the best in the five years I’ve been here.”

SOUTH BEND — An inmate who escaped from a Wisconsin prison at the end of November could be in South Bend, according to Michiana Crime Stoppers.

Parnell Fitzgerald Powell PLYMOUTH — A third man in connection with the theft of items and power tools from Lowe’s in the 1100 block of Pilgrim Lane, Plymouth, has been arrested. The theft occurred on Dec. 26. Parnell Fitzgerald Powell, 22, Benton Harbor, Mich., was located on Tuesday, Dec. 29, and arrested on charges relating …read more.

WARSAW — This week’s Pets of the Week come from the Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County. Puzzle is a 2-year-old, Terrier/Basset Hound mix. He is a very happy, friendly boy who has never met a stranger and loves everyone he meets. Puzzle is lap dog who enjoys cuddling and loves being a couch potato. He …read more.

By MARIJO MARTINEC Associate Director Food Bank of Northern Indiana WARSAW — The Food Bank of Northern Indiana’s mobile food pantry is scheduled for northern Indiana in January. The mobile pantry offers dry goods, perishable items, dairy, grains, produce and protein free of charge to northern Indiana residents. The food bank sets up tables at …read more.

MILFORD — Kosciusko County Highway Department reports one road remains closed due to Monday’s ice and high wind weather. Old SR 15, between CR 1300N and South Street, north of Milford, remains closed, according to Steve Moriarty, assistant superintendent, Kosciusko County Highway Department. Highway department crews are still on clean up and anticipating one more …read more.

INDIANA — Recent regulations have greatly limited what owners of remote-controlled unmanned aircraft systems, commonly referred to as “drones,” are able to do. Last week, the Federal Aviation Administration passed new rules pertaining to registration of small, unmanned aircrafts. Drones must be registered with the FAA. The coming deadline for registration is Feb. 19, 2016, for unmanned, model …read more.

WARSAW — Silveus Insurance Group, one of the largest crop insurance agencies in the United States, and Cargill announced Tuesday, Dec. 29, that they have reached an agreement under which Cargill will sell its crop insurance agency, Cargill Crop Insurance LLC, to SIG. The transaction is expected to close in mid-January. Terms were not disclosed. …read more.

WARSAW — In times of crisis, it is good to know somebody is there to offer support. Heartline Pregnancy Center Inc. offers free pregnancy testing and free ultrasound services for anyone who believes they may be facing an unplanned pregnancy. The Heartline website also lists the following services: Adoption information Abortion information Pregnancy and parenting …read more.

WARSAW — A Leesburg man was recently arrested following the alleged intimidation of an officer attempting to arrest him on a warrant. Ryan M. Austin, 38, 26 EMS B39W Lane, Leesburg, was arrested on Dec. 20, for a level 6 felony intimidation charge. According to an affidavit of probable cause issued by the Kosciusko County …read more.

WARSAW — Goodwill’s Warsaw Community Career Center will host several free events in January to offer job seekers education opportunities and employment resources. Workshops include: Basic Computer Skills 2-3 p.m. Monday, Jan. 4 Career Planning 2-3 p.m. Monday, Jan. 18 If you’re new to computers, our staff will help you learn the basics, then join …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — An Indianapolis bail bondsman has been charged with the murders of two teens who haven’t been seen since Christmas Eve.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — With New Year’s Eve approaching Thursday, Dec. 31, many are beginning to formulate their holiday plans. Though party goers may be mapping out an evening of champagne and fun, some may forget a very important and necessary part of the evening — a safe ride home. Armed with a slew of transportation …read more.

As party goers begin to make their plans for New Year’s Eve, be sure to note the following local events going on here in Kosciusko County. To have an event added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. The listing will be updated until 5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 31. …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Gov. Mike Pence today, Dec. 29, issued the following year-end message, outlining the accomplishments of 2015 and looking forward to the year ahead. Accompanying the message is an info-graphic entitled “Making Indiana Work: A 2015 Progress Report.” My Fellow Hoosiers, As 2015 comes to a close and we look back on the year …read more.

SYRACUSE — Lutheran EMS, Milford Fire Department and Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded to a two-vehicle accident on CR 300E, north of the intersection with CR 1300N this evening around 4:50 p.m.

VALERIA FISHER WCPL Adult Program Administrator WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Public Library held its Eighth Annual Amateur Photography Contest. All 49 entries showed a lot of talent. The grand prize and first place in the black and white category was “A Classic Kodak Moment” by Michael J. Samuels. Second place was “Passing of the …read more.

MILFORD — Milford Town Council held a year-end meeting Monday, Dec. 28, to pass ordinances on a number of issues, including Ordinance 2015-11, allowing funds from 2015 to be held over for paving projects in 2016. The issue of encumbering funds has proven to be a thorny one for the council, with town clerk Joellen …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Kosciusko County Highway Department reports two roads remain closed to traffic as of 1 p.m. this afternoon. Scott Tilden, county highway superintendent, notes these roads are closed due to downed trees and a  utility pole with power lines. Once power company repair crews remove the power lines, the trees will be …read more.

WARSAW — The official tornado siren test around 11:40 a.m. today was a success with all three sirens activating on command from the Kosciusko County Dispatch Center. Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory and the fire chief’s office expresses sincere appreciation to the public for allowing the disruption. Fire Chief Michael Wilson stated the next level of emergency …read more.

PLYMOUTH — Marshall County Sheriff’s Department is seeking the public’s help in locating a suspect in a stolen vehicle case. Officer Sgt. Nicholas Laffoon of the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department witnessed a vehicle speeding and driving erratically on US 30 at 3:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 27. When Laffoon attempted a traffic stop the driver sped …read more.

By KATY BERGER Communications Specialist WARSAW — Kosciusko REMC crews worked through the night to restore nearly 1,000 outages. This morning broken trees, wires and utility poles are the cause for 196 outages. All substations and major circuits are operational and REMC is now working on single phase lines. Additional crews from Jay County REMC …read more.

WARSAW — James D. Cable, 54, 1623 N. Fox Farm Road, Warsaw, was transported to the Kosciusko County Jail from Miami Correctional Facility Monday, Dec. 28, on charges of theft and auto theft. A third charge, a habitual offender enhancement, has also been filed. The charges stem from events in April 2015. Cable was released …read more.

WARSAW — A glitch in the tornado sirens electronics has resulted in the sirens to be tested throughout the day, until the issue is resolved. Warsaw-Wayne Township Fire Chief Michael Wilson reported the 10 a.m. test today, Tuesday, Dec. 29, discovered a glitch and the service agency is en route to resolve the issue. Activation …read more.

WARSAW — Two counts of arson were filed against Joshua Thomas Hensley, 19, 3100 Frontage Road, Warsaw, Wednesday, Dec. 23, in Kosciusko County Superior Court 3. One count is a level 4 felony and the second count is a level 6 felony. Warsaw Police Officer Lewis Fuller filed the affidavit of probable cause with the …read more.

WARSAW — Lt. Gov. Sue Ellspermann will be a special guest and speaker at the Northern Indiana Mayors’ Roundtable, Friday, Jan. 22. Warsaw will host the event to be held at the Ivy Tech Orthopedic and Advanced Manufacturing Training Center, 955 Executive Drive, Warsaw. Ellspermann will make her remarks at 12:30 p.m. followed by a …read more.

MERRILLVILLE — NIPSCO crews continue to work through icy, windy conditions to restore power to approximately 29,000 customers across northern Indiana currently without power as a result of Monday’s winter storm. A current list of affected communities can be found on NIPSCO’s online power outage map. The combination of ice and wind has created substantial, …read more.

(UPDATE) — As of Tuesday morning, power has not been restored to the east side of Milford, which includes Leisure Living Apartments. The cause of the extended power outage was a large tree that was uprooted during Monday’s severe weather and which damaged several power lines on Beer Road. As a result of the lack …read more.

PIERCETON — Three people were transported, one of whom was arrested Saturday, Dec. 26, following a three-vehicle accident at the intersection of US 30 and SR 13, Pierceton. Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated. Driver Angela M. Carr, 38, Nickolas Drive, Lebanon, Tenn., was driving a blue 2006 Toyota and was stopped at …read more.

WARSAW — High winds and ice have caused power outages for roughly 1,700 Kosciusko REMC members scattered throughout the county. At least 10 utility poles are broken. Isolated areas may experience prolonged outages. KREMC crews are currently working to restore power as quickly and safely as possible. Ice and wind are also causing lines to …read more.

By NICK MEYER NIPSCO Communications MERRIVILLE — Electric service has been affected by a combination of freezing rain, low temperatures and high winds throughout the day. More than 10,000 NIPSCO customers scattered across northern Indiana are affected. Mainly, weather conditions have resulted in downed power lines being weighed down by ice and slick roadways causing …read more.

NORTHERN INDIANA — The National Weather Service has extended the freezing rain advisory until 7 p.m. this evening, Monday, Dec. 28. According to the NWS, warmer air lifting northward has changed most of the precipitation to rain. However, slick spots on roads remain possible through early evening. Ice accumulations on elevated surfaces such as power …read more.

WARSAW — Don’t forget the required test of the city’s three tornado sirens at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 29. The test is due to the recent installation of a new siren at Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory Station 2, 2204 E. Center Street, and repair of the siren at Station 1, 109 E. Main St. The siren …read more.

NORTHEAST INDIANA — Indiana Department of Transportation has closed portions of US 6 in Elkhart County and portions of SR 5 in Noble County. Both areas are closed due to downed power lines. US 6 is closed between the areas of SR 13, just north of Syracuse, east to US 33. NIPSCO has told state …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Town of Winona Lake offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 for the observance of New Years. Residents are reminded regular trash pick up will be Tuesday and Thursday, Dec. 29 and 31.

PLYMOUTH — Two South Bend men were arrested Saturday afternoon after taking several items from Lowe’s in Plymouth. Dedrick Murdick Cookbey, 25, and Lineson Fitzgerald Powell, 26, both from South Bend, were arrested and initially charged with theft. A case report will be completed and forwarded to the Marshall County Prosecutor’s office for review. Marshall …read more.

WARSAW — Did you attend the Susie McEntire concert? You may have been captured in a photograph. Take the opportunity to look through photos from this event and others in our Area Photos posted on InkFreeNews.com. The number of photos appearing in Area Photos, continues to grow. The format has been changed to make it …read more.

PLYMOUTH — One person was injured in one of two accidents in the 100 block of US 31 and US 30, Plymouth. The accidents occurred at 6:28 a.m. today, Dec. 28. Steven Pritz, 45, Culver, was taken to Plymouth Hospital for neck and back pain. According to the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department, the first accident …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Fire departments throughout the county, as well as police agencies and county highway department, are responding to a number of calls of limbs down, trees downed, low hanging wires and wires down, along with numerous slide offs.

NORTHERN INDIANA — The National Weather Service has issued freezing rain and wind advisories and a hazardous weather outlook, all in effect throughout today, Monday, Dec. 28. The freezing rain advisory lasts until 4 p.m. and includes light ice accumulations up to 1/10 of an inch. The freezing rain is expected to change to rain later …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community School Corporation has released the calendar for the 2016-2017 school year. The calendar, which was discussed in detail during meetings of the WCS calendar committee, made some small changes in regards to seeking a later start to the school year. In what Dani Barkey, chief accountability officer for WCS, described as …read more.

NORTHWEST INDIANA — Drivers across INDOT’s entire northwest district are expected to continue to encounter slick conditions on the roads through the evening today, Monday, Dec. 28. Widespread freezing rain and sleet blanketed all 13 counties in the district since early this morning. INDOT has 170 plow/salt crews on the roads right now in northwest Indiana …read more.

(photo provided) KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Though many imagine life after retirement to be quiet and work free, for Darla McCammon, life after retirement meant more time for work she was passionate about. McCammon spends the majority of her time working as the Director of the Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko. Utilizing her prior business knowledge …read more.

WARSAW — For many nonprofit organizations, the generosity of community members is a necessary part of being able to accomplish their mission. For Kosciusko County Habitat for Humanity, that means donations of “time, talent and treasure.” According to Executive Director Mickey Kaufman, a common misconception about Habitat for Humanity is that the houses are given away for …read more.

WARSAW — Emergency personnel are currently responding to an accident located on CR 325E, Warsaw, near US 30. The accident is reportedly in the westbound lane.

SYRACUSE — Turkey Creek EMS and Benton Township Fire Department responded to an accident scene this morning around 7:45 a.m. at the intersection of US Highway 6 and CR 33 (SR 13). The accident involved a horse and buggy that had been struck by a large Dodge Ram truck.

UPDATE — Three persons, all passengers in one of the vehicles, were transported to Kosciusko Community Hospital following the two-vehicle accident. Anna Long, 12, complained of pain to the abdomen/pelvic area; Heather Long, 45, Alpine Springs Drive, Vernon Hills, Ill., and Elizabeth Long, 15, both complaining of pain to the entire body, were those injured. …read more.

The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a freezing rain advisory, which is in effect from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Dec. 28, and a wind advisory from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday. The freezing rain advisory is for Noble, DeKalb, Starke, Pulaski, Marshall, Fulton, Kosciusko, Whitley and Allen counties. Freezing …read more.

[weaver_youtube Mq0k_KGDL_8 rel=0]   WARSAW — The response was fantastic. InkFreeNews received a wide variety of holiday photos from our readers, ranging from a baby’s first Christmas to experiences visiting Santa Claus. We even received photos of decorations, preparations for Christmas, furry kids ready for Christmas and many more. Every photo we received was special …read more.

NORTHERN INDIANA — The National Weather Service Northern Indiana has issued a flash flood watch for Northern Indiana through Monday afternoon. Additionally information on a hazardous weather outlook has been posted. While rain will taper off today, run-off from heavy rain on Saturday may still result in some flooding. Flash flooding of low lying or …read more.

PIERCETON — Two people were taken to area hospitals following a mini-van/semitractor collision on the south side of the intersection of US 30 and SR 13. The driver of the semitractor was transported to Kosciusko Community Hospital. A passenger in the mini-van was also transported to an unknown hospital. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, Pierceton Fire …read more.

WARSAW — A bad blower fan on an air handling unit set off an alarm and sent Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory to North Pointe Cinemas, 1060 Mariners Drive, on Christmas Day, disrupting the enjoyment of hundreds of movie goers. The alarm was received at 7:05 p.m. The theatre reportedly had a full house. The cinema was …read more.

WARSAW — Repairs and installation of a new tornado siren at Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory Station 1, 109 E. Main St., and Station 2, 2204 E. Center St., has been completed. The completion necessitates a test of the sirens, including the one on the west end of the city. Warsaw-Wayne Township Fire Chief Michael Wilson states …read more.

By ANDREA NEAL Though his name is not nearly as familiar as John Deere’s, James Oliver of South Bend revolutionized agriculture with his invention of a new type of plow. An 1878 advertisement for the Oliver Chilled Plow boasted: “Buy no other. Will last for years, and no blacksmith’s bill to pay. It is the …read more.

WARSAW — A suspect has been arrested by Warsaw Police in connection to two suspicious fires at Valley Forge Apartments, 3100 Frontage Road, Warsaw. Two fires at the complex were reported within less than 24 hours. Joshua Thomas Hensley, 19, 2100 Frontage Road, Warsaw, was arrested at 3:43 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 24, by Warsaw Officer …read more.

By DARLA MACCAMMON Executive Director, Animal Welfare League WARSAW — It was a dreary Friday night. We stay open until 6 p.m. on Fridays. One staff member and I were the only two left at our shelter. It was well past closing and I had locked the doors and was heading to my car when a …read more.

WARSAW — Big Brother Big Sisters of Northeast Indiana helps match at-risk children with a one-to-one mentor, who can help them succeed in every aspect of life.

WARSAW — After hearing the desperate pleas of dozens of parents whose children needed help with physical, occupational or speech therapy, Executive Director Rebecca Bazzoni realized she needed to do something to help. “I knew that these parents weren’t going to get help elsewhere,” said Bazzoni.

By AMANDA ZAMBRANO Master Gardener Intern WARSAW — No matter how well planned your winter landscape is to provide color and texture, come about January and you’re probably ready to see something blooming. Forcing bulbs indoors is a wonderful way to bring some color long before your earliest spring crocuses begin to show. There are …read more.

FORT WAYNE — The Lutheran Health Services Society — the organization first formed to assist and support Lutheran Hospital – has existed for over 100 years, and has impacted Fort Wayne in numerous ways.

There is still plenty of time for readers of Ink Free News to submit their favorite Christmas photos, current or past. Readers can send photos up until 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 26. We are looking for those funny, sweet, and certainly memorable photos dealing with Christmas. These photos can include, photos with Santa, catching Santa …read more.

By MICHAEL SAN FILIPPO, MS Senior Media Relations Specialist, American Veterinary Medical Association SCHAUMBURG, Ill. — Following a health checkup at the North Pole, Santa’s veterinarian has given the green light to Rudolph’s red nose and the rest of the reindeer that will be traveling the world this Christmas Eve. Dr. Joe Kinnarney, president of the …read more.

WARSAW — Thirty Warsaw-area shoppers were stalked today, Thursday, Dec. 24, in an unexpected way. Volunteers from New Life Christian Church, Warsaw, headed to three shopping locations — Meijer, Dollar Tree and Sherman and Lin’s — to hand $100 bills to last-minute shoppers and to offer prayer if the recipient so chose. In all, the church …read more.

WARSAW — Vein Institute & Medi Spa, Inc. recently joined forces with Sandy McClellan’s sixth grade class and Jennifer Long’s fourth grade class at Jefferson Elementary School for Treasures For Troops’ holiday stocking drive. The goal is to not only send a bit of the holiday season across the miles, but most importantly to let …read more.

NORTH POLE — Santa and his reindeer have left the North Pole with a sleigh full of toys for their annual delivery around the world. Kids can track his progress via the North American Aerospace Defense Command, which uses sophisticated technology to zero in on Santa at any given time during his trek. Because of time …read more.

WARSAW — The pets of the Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko will be getting a belated Christmas gift. After a recent announcement in July the AWL would soon be relocating a larger, newly renovated facility just across the street from the current location at3489 E. CR 100S, Warsaw, preliminary plans have begun to take shape. …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Ivy Tech Community College President Tom Snyder, who has a home on Tippecanoe Lake, announced his intentions in September to retire sometime in mid-2016. He will be stepping down to join President Barack Obama’s College Promise Advisory Board. Following his announcement, the Ivy Tech State Board of Trustees named a committee and a …read more.

WARSAW — Whether it is at-home healthcare or end-of-life needs, Kosciusko County Home Care and Hospice has been there 40 years to ensure clients are well looked-after. The nonprofit organization’s services are twofold. On the home care side of things, individuals like Claire Elliott, clinical director for home care, and Linday Dinges, home care RN, see to patients’ needs, …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Police along with the Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory are investigating a fire at Valley Forge Laundromat. According to a police report filed Wednesday evening, Dec. 23, the cause of that fire is being investigated as possibly arson. The fire call was received at approximately 7:54 p.m. Wednesday evening. Firefighters were still at the …read more.

LEESBURG — The passenger car was traveling north on SR 15 when the driver began to go off the road on the right. The driver overcorrected, according to Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department officers, striking a semi traveling south on SR 15.

WARSAW — This Christmas, many families in the local area will go without a holiday meal. The United Steel Workers Local 809 would like to remedy this. The Union has packed 238 grocery bags full of everything needed to create a traditional Christmas meal. The bags are available at the Union Hall, 420 Little League Drive, …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Ukulele wizard Jake Shimabukuro will perform with The Fort Wayne Philharmonic Orchestra in the second Sweetwater Pops Series concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 30, at the Embassy Theatre.

By JONI TRUEX Kosciusko Leadership Academy Public Relations Director KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The world of the orthopedic business was the topic for a recent Kosciusko Leadership Academy meeting. Seth Nash, global sales, Zimmer Biomet, offered a global perspective and introspective look at the U.S. market. Nash stated the focus areas include transformative technology, demographic drivers, …read more.

GOSHEN — A 22-year-old Goshen man died in a two-vehicle accident and a 2-year-old was taken to Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. The accident was at 2:41 p.m. on SR 15, south of CR 23, three miles north of the city limits of Goshen. Edgar Perez-Fuentes, 22, was pronounced deceased at the scene from multiple fractures …read more.

NORAD HEADQUARTERS — Starting at 2:01 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 24, visitors to The North American Aerospace Defense Command website can watch Santa make preparations for his flight. NORAD’s “Santa Cams” will stream videos on the website as Santa makes his way over various locations. Then, at 4 a.m. MST (6 a.m. EST), trackers worldwide can …read more.

UPDATE — It will be a sad Christmas for those residing at 608 N. Lincoln Street, Warsaw, as a member of their family was lost in a house fire earlier this evening. Attempts by paramedics with Lutheran EMS Kosciusko to revive a 2-year-old German shepherd/husky were unsuccessful. Warsaw-Wayne Fire Department was notified around 5:25 p.m. …read more.

INDIANA REGION — In an unusually busy year, the American Red Cross helped hundreds of thousands of people impacted by disasters in 2015, both here at home and around the globe. Red Cross disaster workers responded to 176 large U.S. disasters — more than each of the past three years. The cost of just the …read more.

WARSAW — Hoping to expand literacy in adults and preschoolers across Kosciusko County, Kosciusko Literacy Services has been working with other agencies to develop the skills need to grow.

INDIANAPOLIS — Today, Wednesday, Dec. 23, the Indiana Department of Education closed its investigation into an anonymous allegation regarding the scoring processes of CTB McGraw-Hill. In closing the report, the department also released the analysis of independent assessment experts regarding the scoring process used by CTB McGraw-Hill during the 2015 ISTEP+ scoring window. The analysis …read more.

NORTHERN INDIANA — The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a wind advisory in effect from 10 p.m. this evening, Wednesday, Dec. 23, until 4 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 24. The advisory includes Kosciusko, Noble, Starke, Marshall, Fulton, Whitley and Wabash counties along with LaPorte, St. Joseph, Elkhart, LaGrange, Steuben, DeKalb, Pulaski, White, Miami, …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Since 1989, Manchester Main Street has been committed to revitalizing and enhancing the rich cultural, natural and architectural resources that make North Manchester a unique and wonderful place to live. Due to the active participation and financial generosity of this great community, Manchester Main Street accomplished quite a bit over the past …read more.

UPDATE — The severe thunderstorm warning has been extended until 3:30 p.m. for northeastern Kosciusko County. The National Weather Service is now stating the intense thunderstorm lines can produce brief tornadoes and widespread significant wind damage. Although a tornado is not immediately likely, it is best to move to an interior room on the lowest …read more.

By KELLY HECKAMAN Purdue Extension-Kosciusko County Extension Educator The master gardener program is one way that the Purdue Extension puts knowledge to work and helps people grow throughout Indiana. The program helps gardeners grow by providing them with intensive training in horticultural principles. Participants, in turn, share their knowledge by providing volunteer leadership and service …read more.

By CHAD D. HILL Public Information Officer, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department DAVENPORT, IOWA — An intense effort by detectives from Davenport, Iowa, and Kosciusko County has culminated with the apprehension of a locally wanted subject. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department detectives were advised on Monday afternoon that Dustin Edward Owens, Silver Lake, had been taken into custody …read more.

AKRON — The Tippecanoe Valley High School Building Trades Program has openings for homes to be built during the 2016-2017 and 2018-2019 school years. The buildings to be constructed must be a personal residence of a maximum 3,000 square feet and may include a finished basement. The building site must be located within a 10-mile …read more.

By AMBER ZECCA Hoosiers Feeding The Hungry CORUNNA — Tim Haynes, a farmer in DeKalb County, recently noticed chicken prices seemed low. This made him think of all the people that are in need during this holiday season and how he could give back. Haynes was familiar with the Hoosiers Feeding the Hungry organization, which …read more.

By J.T. Coopman, Ed.D. Executive Director Of The Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents The issues connected to ISTEP Plus are well known by educators, parents and legislators throughout Indiana. Recent news about yet another technical glitch only increases concern over its validity. It’s time for a change. We, the members of the Indiana Association …read more.

WINONA LAKE — A truck has arrived in Winona Lake, filled with boxes and large pieces wrapped in plastic. The pieces arrived yesterday, Tuesday, Dec. 22, and, when assembled, will comprise the main structure for Winona Lake’s Limitless Park playground. Because it is winter, the pieces will remain in storage until springtime, when the Winona …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — InkFreeNews.com has reached more than 45,000 likes on Facebook and continues to climb. InkFreeNews.com continues to prove itself as Kosciusko County’s news leader. In the last week the Ink Free News Facebook page has had more than 115,994 people engaged on the site, up 73.1 percent from last week, with a 1,479,785 total post reach, up …read more.

PIERCETON — A driver and her passenger were transported to Kosciusko Community Hospital following a two-vehicle accident Friday, Dec. 18. The accident occurred on Pierceton Road and CR 500E. Brittanie Fugate, 20, Warsaw, and Sherri Fugate, 38, Warsaw, both complained of pain following the accident and taken to the hospital. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputy Chris …read more.

By SUMMER ZIMMER Director of Communications and Social Responsibility, Kosciusko Community YMCA WARSAW — The Kosciusko Community YMCA will be offering an open day for the community on Saturday, Jan. 9, to come in and find out more about membership and what it means to be involved with the Y. This open house will be …read more.