By STEPHANIE OVERBEY KOSCIUSKO COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, INC The Grossnickle Family Foundation was formed in 1988 as a private foundation by the Grossnickle Family to support charitable organizations that were important to them. Over the years, their grant support ranged from medical research to recreational and cultural opportunities to human services. Recently, the Grossnickle Family …read more.

Winona Lake will be altering its trash pickup schedule for the week of May 25. Tuesday’s regular pickup will occur on Wednesday, May 27, and Thursday’s regular pickup will happen on Friday, May 29. Please adjust your refuse routine accordingly.

The Kosciusko County Commissioners had a number of items to address at its May 19 meeting. County Administrator Ron Robinson brought a few issues before the commissioners. He reported that the one of the domestic water boilers in the justice building was down and another will need replacing in the near future. Robinson presented a …read more.

Officer’s apprehended three individuals this past weekend, shortly after they had burglarized a barn in western Kosciusko County. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a 911 call of a possible breaking and entering At 5:27 a.m. Saturday, near the location of 4500 West Crystal Lake Road, Warsaw. Upon arrival, officers met with an employee of Creighton …read more.

BY SHERIFF AARON ROVENSTINE, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department  Two long-time law enforcement officers have joined the ranks of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department. Robert “Bob” Long and Michael Speigle will continue their law enforcement careers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department. Long comes to the department with over 30 years of police experience and has …read more.

Emergency Medical Technician students at the Warsaw Area Career Center will have the opportunity to see a Lutheran Air helicopter make a non-emergency landing, weather permitting, on Friday, May 22 at Warsaw Community High School.

UPDATE: The Silver Alert issued on Tuesday was cancelled at approximately 9:25 a.m. today.   The City of Lawrence Police Department is investigating the disappearance of an adult from Indianapolis. Michelle Calhoon is a 43-year-old, white female. She is 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing 150 pounds with short brown hair and blue eyes. Michelle …read more.

D.J. Harris received the honor of Veteran of the Month at the Kosciusko County Commissioners May 19 meeting.

At 3:05 p.m. Thursday, May 21, Warsaw Police Department, Warsaw-Wayne Fire Department and Multi-Township EMS responded to an automobile accident just north of the intersection of Rozella Road and Fisher Avenue.

Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee discussed the Harkless Drive section of the project at Monday night’s meeting. Megan McClellan, executive director, said this section of the trail is due to be finished on time and under budget. There is an additional stormwater drain that needs to be installed. There are issues on the section of the trail …read more.

Warsaw Common Council’s meeting Monday evening was brief with action on two items on its agenda. Council members approved to continue the tax abatements for four businesses that have complied with real and personal property as outlined in their original request. The abatement reviews were for Zimmer, Symmetry Medical USA, Wildman Business Group LLC and R …read more.

Lakeland Regional Sewer District held a special meeting Monday at the North Webster Community Center to discuss the appropriation of funds for the ongoing sewer project. The meeting was originally scheduled for May 13, but was unexpectedly cancelled. LRSD board president Jim Haney began Monday night’s meeting by nixing all public questions and comments, noting …read more.

At its May 18 meeting, the Claypool Town Council approved a few more streets for repairs. At its previous meeting, the council approved several portions of a street improvement project, but tabled some sections for more clarification. Gene Warner provided some updates at the May meeting. He said Super Seal had sealed the roads in …read more.

All are invited and welcome to participate in a free silent bike ride.

Congresswoman Jackie Walorski, a member of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement after H.R. 1735 the National Defense Authorization Act of 2016 passed the House by a vote of 269-151. The legislation fulfills Congress’s constitutional obligation to provide for the common defense, includes a number of key reforms for military operations across the nation, and enables …read more.

By DARLA MCCAMMON Lakeland Art Association If you are an artist it is a good idea to enter your work in competition. You will not always win, or place, or sometimes even be allowed to “show” your art. It is difficult to take a loss with equanimity, but in the long run, it is better …read more.

Lester A. Hamel, 64, Kimmel is in critical condition at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne, with back and internal injuries following an accident involving a semitractor/trailer and a pick up truck. The accident was at 11:59 a.m. on US 30 at Silveus Crossing, Warsaw. Warsaw Police and emergency personnel responded to the 911 call of a …read more.

Two properties were brought before Lawrence Clifford, hearing officer for the Warsaw Code Enforcement. The hearing was held at 1:30 p.m. Monday, May 18. This was the decision made Monday during the Warsaw Code Enforcement hearing. Phillip Allen Smith has been listed as the owner of property at 108 N. Park Ave., Warsaw, which has …read more.

Alesha Griffith is much like any other 28-year-old. A mother of two children and Warsaw native, Griffith enjoys reading, urban agriculture, up-cycling and doing crafts with her children. However, unlike many other women her age, Griffith struggles with an auto-immune disease for which there is no cure. Crohn’s Disease, which is named after Dr. Burrill …read more.

The Kosciusko Kettleheads Homebrew Club and Cerulean Restaurant are hosting the fifth annual Kettleheads Homebrew Fest on June 27.

Emergency personnel are currently responding to an accident located at Silveus Crossing and US 30. Reports indicate the accident took place between a semi and truck. According to a Warsaw Police Department officer at the scene, the driver of the pickup truck sustained injuries as a result of the crash and is being transported to …read more.

The blues is a curious thing. It’s structure is simple, primarily composed of five-note scales within simple chord progressions. Lyrically it’s not all that complex, though subject matter can span from the comedic to the heartbreaking. Also, it’s not terribly heavy, nor terribly soft. Yet it remains arguably one of the most influential, widely-loved musical …read more.

A Syracuse Woman has been arrested after a babysitter noticed severe burn injuries on her child. Gabriella Jessica Alexander was arrested Thursday, May 14, for neglect of a dependent resulting in a serious bodily injury. According to the probable cause affidavit filed by the Kosciusko County Prosector’s Office on May 14, Alexander dropped off her …read more.

The community is invited to celebrate Rick Swaim, Warsaw Community High School guidance counselor and business teacher. Swaim, who has served the Warsaw community for 37, will be retiring this year. Swaim, an exercise enthusiast, turned to mountain biking following a surgery that limited his ability to play basketball, a hobby he had enjoyed in …read more.

The 12th annual Fat & Skinny Tire Festival concluded today after celebrating a three-day festival of bikes. The event, which was held in both Warsaw and Winona Lake, kicked off on Friday evening with the community bike ride from Winona Lake to downtown Warsaw, where a celebration took place. Though many showed up from near …read more.

[weaver_youtube n7DW9xIU1jo rel=0] The Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club hosted the sixth annual City of Lakes Cruise-In today in downtown Warsaw. The Main and Market street intersection was closed down to allow for numerous cars, motorcycles and even emergency and army vehicles to be displayed for public enjoyment. The event featured cars from the 1920’s to 2015 …read more.

Rain or shine, for the last three years, Millersburg American Legion 484 Legion Riders have raised thousands of dollars to help Special Olympics of Elkhart County participate in swimming and track events. This year’s ride left Millersburg at 11 a.m. and visited the Nappanee Legion, Pie-Eyed Petey’s and Syracuse Legion before returning around 4 p.m. …read more.

Friday afternoon, Diane and Dave Granger of Syracuse stood beside their silver 1959 Corvette and wondered what to do on Saturday. “We’re planning on bringing a 1957 if it doesn’t rain,” said Diane. Despite some morning showers, the Grangers took a chance, and the green 1957 Corvette collected Best Of Show and Police Chief’s Choice …read more.

People of all ages met at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds this weekend to celebrate the annual Relay For Life. The event began at 3 p.m. Saturday, May 16, and will conclude at 9 a.m. Sunday, lasting a total of 18 hours. Relay For Life has been hosted in the county for several years and offers …read more.

Nathaniel McConnell, 24, Etna Green, who was flown to South Bend Memorial Hospital, following a vehicle-semi accident has died. He was flown to South Bend Memorial with internal injuries following a two vehicle accident at 2:48 p.m. Friday. The accident was on US 6 at CR 23, north of Milford and just east of the …read more.

Riders prepare to embark on the Critical Mass Ride at the 2014 Fat & Skinny Tire Fest. (Photo Provided) Presented by K21 Health Foundation, the Fat & Skinny Tire Fest now enters its 12th year as a favorite event for locals and Midwesterners alike – especially for fans of bicycling. Kosciusko County Velo (KCV Cycling) …read more.

Children and adults alike showed up today donned in swimsuits with towels in hand to celebrate the long-awaited soft-opening of the Winona Lake Limitless Park K21 Splash Pad. The splash pad, which has been in the works for just over a year, was part of a three-phase project launched by the Winona Lake Parks and …read more.

Today is National Sea Monkey Day. Marketed for the first five years under “Instant Life,” the phenomenon has continued to thrive half a century after its introduction to millions of delighted children around the world. Today’s Sea-Monkeys are the hardiest generation of Artemia NYOS, a hybridized form of brine shrimp, tiny crustaceans of the animal …read more.

The 27th Annual Cruisin’ Cuse Car Show kicks off Friday, May 15 with the Cruise In On Main St. in downtown Syracuse at 5 p.m. Cars, vendors and music will be on display until 8 p.m. Dubbed “The Biggest Little Show In Indiana”, Cruisin’ Cuse competitive events commence at 8 a.m.,  Saturday, May 16, with …read more.

By 1ST SGT. CHAD HILL Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Public Information Officer The victim of today’s fatality crash along U.S. 30 near Pierceton has been identified by the Kosciusko County Coroner’s Office. Mark Phillip Sikorski, 45, Kenosha, Wis., has been officially identified as the deceased driver, according to Kosciusko County Coroner Michael Wilson. Sikorski was …read more.

“If you’re going to ride at a world class level, practice at a world class level,” says Dan Rumple, track operator at Hire Park in Warsaw.

One person is dead following a tractor-trailer accident along US 30, east of Pierceton today. A small canine, located inside the mangled semi cab was found alive and taken into safe keeping by the Kosciusko County Animal Control. The name of the driver has not been released at this time. The driver was found deceased …read more.

Warsaw Community Schools is now taking applications for their Driver’s Education program for this summer. This year, the classroom portion of driver’s education will be an online class that must be completed at home before you are scheduled to drive in the car with an instructor. Car instruction can be scheduled beginning June 8, 2015, …read more.

  Nathaniel McConnell, 24, Etna Green, was flown to South Bend Memorial Hospital, with internal injuries following a two vehicle accident at 2:48 p.m. today. The accident was on US 6 at CR 23, north of Milford and just east of the US 6/SR 15 intersection. The Elkhart County Sheriff’s department accident crash release, distributed …read more.

A request by residents in the Eisenhower Subdivision, approximately one year ago for street lights, is moving forward. At Friday morning’s Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety meeting approval was given to hire Scheele Engineering, Fort Wayne, for design services Jeremy Skinner, city planner, presented the request for the company to design the street lighting. The lighting …read more.

A recent study by Niche.com ranked Warsaw among the top five cities in the state. Ranked fourth, Warsaw was scored on a variety of factors including local education, crime rates, demographics, housing income and weather. According to Niche, Warsaw, which was ranked a large town with 13,907 people, received a “B” letter grade. The county’s …read more.

Today, the Dollar General Literacy Foundation awarded Kosciusko Literacy Services, Inc. in Warsaw a literacy grant in the amount of $12,000 to support local literacy programs. This local grant award is part of over $5.8 million in grants awarded today to approximately 720 schools, non-profits and organizations across the 43 states the company serves. Today’s …read more.

Emergency personnel are currently responding to a reported accident involving a semi crashing into a building located at 7659 East US 30 in the area of the old Pierceton Truck Stop. Fire crews from Pierceton, Winona Lake and Warsaw are at the scene. The South Bend Tactical Rescue Team for District 2 and Warsaw’s Emergency …read more.

The recycling bins in Leesburg have been moved to Milford. The previous location across from Stacy’s has been sold and construction is taking place on that property. The KC Recycling Depot and the Town of Leesburg are looking for a new location. Anyone who can help by offering a site is asked to please call …read more.

By MARLIES SELENT-WEST Chautuaqua-Wawasee Don’t forget that you can see Josh Kaufman, winner of NBC’s season six of “The Voice”, on Friday, May 22, at Chautuaqua-Wawasee. This talented singer and songwriter is an Indiana native, who is based out of and resides in Indianapolis. Besides being the winner of “The Voice” Kaufman also starred in …read more.

Back for a fifth year, the John Hartford Memorial Festival will bring together both musicians and music lovers to celebrate the life, music and legacy of the late John Hartford. Taking place

At its May 14 meeting, the Kosciusko County Council had a final hearing on a three-year tax abatement for AL&J Enterprise. AL&J Enterprise is in the process of purchasing property on US 30, west of Warsaw, that has been vacant for several years. The company plans to renovate the building in move two businesses into …read more.

Law Enforcement In Action Day 2015, for children and their families, will be held from 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, May 30, at Pike Lake Beach. The event is sponsored by Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club and the City of Warsaw Police Department. Events for the day will include: Police vehicles on display from 9 a.m. …read more.

Minor injuries were reported in a two-vehicle accident at 3:12 p.m. Thursday on US 33 at CR 40, south of Goshen. Debra S. Swinehart, 56, Elkhart, complained of neck and back pain following the accident. She was transported to IU Health Goshen. Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department reports Swinehart was northbound on US 33, south of …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Additionally, a listing of Memorial Day events is being prepared. Those events can also be sent to John Faulkner. Warsaw/Winona Lake The Village At Winona and Downtown Warsaw Fat …read more.

By JOYCE ARLEEN CORSON Master Gardener Can you remember how you became acquainted with a flower with which you fell in love? My first impression of Caladiums, native to Brazil, was their use in a department store as a summer accent. Later, I saw a collection of Caladiums mixed with hosta and ferns at a …read more.

At the May 14 meeting of the Kosciusko County Redevelopment Commission, Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation President George Robertson updated the commission on economic developments in the county. “We’re standing strong, we’re above our historic numbers for people employed, we have people moving into the county,” said Robertson. “It looks like 2015 will be a strong …read more.

”Plain and Fancy” will begin its 29th season at The Round Barn Theatre at Amish Acres, Nappanee, Wednesday, May 27. With over 3,700 performances before audiences totaling more than 355,000, it has become one of the longest running musicals anywhere. “Plain” and Fancy tells the heartwarming tale of a sophisticated New York couple who experiences …read more.

UPDATE: Thomas E. Meade, 59, West Market Street, Warsaw, was transported to Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne, suffering chest injuries after wrecking his bicycle and being thrown into the travel portion of Detroit Street. Meade was then hit and pinned under a vehicle. Meade suffered internal chest injuries. The accident occurred at 3 p.m. Thursday, May …read more.

By JOANNA GILKESON U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service America’s waterways provide critical wildlife habitat, drinking water for Americans across the country, and recreational opportunities to millions. To advance both purposes, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced today more than $16.2 million in funding to 27 states under the Clean Vessel Act grant program. Four …read more.

The board of trustees of the Lakeland Regional Sewer District will hold a special meeting at 6 p.m. Monday, May 18, in the North Webster Community Center, 301 N. Main St., North Webster. The purpose of the meeting will be: Approval of USDA Letter of Conditions to fund the project. Amend the district’s bond ordinance. …read more.

The Indiana State Police announced Wednesday its participation in the national and statewide Click It or Ticket enforcement mobilization occurring Friday, May 15 through Sunday, May 31. Officers will join more than 250 state and local law enforcement agencies, and thousands more across the country, to conduct high-visibility patrols encouraging drivers and passengers to buckle up. “It’s …read more.

Lt. Gov. Sue Ellspermann, along with representatives from Syracuse, Kosciusko County and Elkhart County, announced the Syracuse Technology and Industrial Park, located at SR 13 and US 6, to be a shovel ready site at a press conference held Thursday morning. Town Manager Henry DeJulia gave a brief overview of the project, which started 12 …read more.

  Class Act Dance Troupe, Inc. a non-profit performing company affiliated with Debra Collier’s School of Dance, provides students with additional opportunities to utilize their dance training and develop their abilities through the creative outlets of performance events and community involvement, while fostering self-esteem, confidence and a sense of achievement. The troupe recently competed at …read more.

Silver Lake Volunteer Fire Department will host a Golf Outing at 8 a.m. Sunday, June 28. The event will include a shot gun start and team scramble. Lunch, soda and water will be provided to golfers. The outing will help pay for a new gas detector for the department. Cost for registration is $200 per …read more.

The Indiana DNR is reducing the amount of chemical weed control conducted by lake residents at Lake Tippecanoe in hope of reversing a downward trend in native aquatic plant coverage. Since 2006, coverage of native plants has declined by 35 percent within the three basins (James, Oswego and Tippy) that make up the 1,133-acre natural …read more.

Lincoln Elementary rendering Members of the community, students and Warsaw Community School Corporation staff and personnel met today to discuss WCS’s accomplishments, as well as plans for the future. During this core planning session, Dr. David Hoffert, WCS superintendent, took a moment to thank the numerous supporters of the WCS referendum — which will allow …read more.

  The campaign season for 2016 has officially started before the 2015 municipal election is complete. That was evident at the annual Kosciusko County Republican Lincoln Day Dinner Wednesday evening. The announcement by U.S. Rep. Marlin Stutzman to seek Indiana’s U.S. Senate seat in the 2016 election, has resulted in an outpouring of candidate announcements …read more.

Yesterday evening during the monthly Silver Lake town council meeting Eric Walsh, a representative from Umbaugh, presented information on an upcoming raise in both sewage and water rates throughout the town. According to Walsh, the need to raise the water and sewer rates arose after numerous years passed where the rate was unchanged or even …read more.

Lt. Gov. Sue Ellspermann was the keynote speaker for the annual Kosciusko County Republican Lincoln Day Dinner Wednesday in Warsaw. The largest crowd for the dinner, approximately 125, heard Ellspermann recap the recent legislative session and what the state GOP needs to embrace. “We had a very good session,” she stated, adding legislators did what …read more.

Indiana’s Kosciusko County is proud to announce the launch of Northern Indiana Pizza Wars! The eight best Pizza Restaurants in the county will go head to head in a bracket style voting contest to decide who has the best Pizza in our county. The voting for Pizza War kicks off Friday, May 15, hosted on …read more.

There is something for everyone at Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation’s annual Lake Talk & Eats on the first Saturday of June, July, and August, at the WACF Levinson-LaBrosse Education Center, 11586 N SR 13, Syracuse. Join the WACF and special guests to discuss important issues facing the lakes and watershed and take part in hands-on …read more.

The Indiana Department of Transportation just released updated information on the SR 19 bridge project over Ridenour Ditch in Kosciusko County. The bridge is just north of Etna Green. Work began Tuesday and will include a bridge deck overlay between West CR 350N and West CR 450N. The project is expected to be completed by …read more.

By DAWN ENGLER Director, Water’s Edge Flute Ensemble Water’s Edge Flute Ensemble will perform at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, May 17, in the chapel of Grace Village Retirement community. Their program, “American Hymn Tunes and Folk Songs” will include well known hymns and beloved folk songs, including a medley of Stephen Foster tunes arranged for flute …read more.

[weaver_youtube qgySDmRRzxY rel=0] Three months ago, Mitchell Bumgardner’s biggest problem physically was a lack of coordination. Today, the 28-year-old Warsaw resident has watched his entire life be flipped upside down after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. The disease, is both unpredictable and often disabling. MS attacks the central nervous system, disrupting the flow of information within …read more.

Serenity House was granted a zoning variance by the Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals last month, and now the substance abuse recovery program is prepping to open its third location in Warsaw.

By DAENA LEFAVOUR Office Manager, Astound Dance Academy Astound Dance Academy is excited to announce the results of the competition their performance company participated in. This past weekend, the group of seven dancers traveled to Grand Rapids, Michigan to present 13 dances at the Rainbow National Dance Competition. Astound Dance Academy is proud of their …read more.

A Nappanee woman has been arrested and charged with neglect of a dependent, a level 6 felony, from incidences occurring between Oct. 7, 2014, through and including April 5, 2015. Casey Nicole Thornton, 22, 209 Stonewall Court 2, Nappanee, was booked in the Kosciusko County Jail at 12:15 a.m. Wednesday, May 13. She is being …read more.

Milford Fest, sponsored by the Milford Lions Club, is taking place next weekend. Downtown Milford will be converted into its annual festival on Saturday, May 23. This event will take place all day, with events from 7-9 p.m., rain or shine. The Kiwanis will kick of the day with their traditional pancake and sausage breakfast. …read more.

Dr. Jon K. Lippe was named the Manchester Junior-Senior High School associate principal during the Manchester School Board meeting on Tuesday, May 12. After a year in this position, Lippe will become the principal of Manchester Junior-Senior High School.

Last night, students from every elementary school in the Warsaw Community School Corporation district gathered for the annual D.A.R.E. Graduation Ceremony at the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center in Winona Lake.

An ordinance allowing residents within the town limits of Etna Green to keep hens was approved by the Etna Green Town Council Tuesday evening. The only exception is a $3 permit from the clerk-treasurer’s office must be obtained. Jay Rigdon, town attorney, presented the ordinance, which Andy Cook, council president and Keith Claassen, council vice …read more.

During the monthly Warsaw Community School board work session the board heard several proposals for annual maintenance to grounds, updates to technology, new bus purchases as well as a future plan for the WCS 1:1 technology program Proposals began with a discussion on necessary grounds and building maintenance from Director of Buildings and Grounds Dirk …read more.

By JENNIFER CAUDILL Warsaw Artist Forum Robert Hudson led the Artist Forum monthly meeting in April. He spoke about his art career and the obstacles he had to rise above to become a great artist. Unlike many well-known artists, Hudson didn’t have family connections to give him guidance along the way. “During my childhood, fine …read more.

Syracuse Parks and Recreation board approved a proposal for the construction of a new pavilion at Lakeside Park during its meeting Monday. Other items on the agenda included updates on the new utility vehicle and programming. Parks Superintendent Chad Jonsson presented members with quotes. Borkholder Building and Supplies of Nappanee offered the demolition and removal of …read more.

The yellow outlines some of the property owned by the Board of Aviation Commission including the recently acquired parcel of land between CR 100E and CR 175E. (Photo taken from Beacon Online Mapping)   In a brief 15 minute meeting Tuesday, members of the Board of Aviation Commissioners for the Warsaw Municipal Airport were told …read more.

Several changes will be made to the athlete code of conduct at Wawasee High School, the Wawasee school board heard during its regular monthly meeting Tuesday in Syracuse. Steve Wiktorowski, athletic director at the high school, said the code, which is part of the student handbook, will essentially be rewritten since some of it was …read more.

Dina Coverstone stepped out of the classroom at the beginning of the school year and had what she termed as an eye opening and learning experience. Due to a generous financial gift from the Laudeman family, Coverstone became an instructional coach for teachers at Syracuse Elementary School. During Tuesday’s regular monthly meeting of the Wawasee …read more.

Tom and Brenda Bulger attended Monday night’s Milford Town Council meeting in the hopes of finding out what, if anything, can be done about the “eyesore” they’ve been living next to for 20 years. The house at the corner of West and Fourth streets burned in an electrical fire in 1995. For the last five …read more.

The League of American Bicyclists has ranked Indiana 37th on its annual list of bicycle friendly states as part of Bike to Work Week. The League looked at five categories to determine the rankings: legislation and enforcement, policies and programs, infrastructure and funding, education and encouragement and education and planning. The top five states on …read more.

What kinds of questions are legal to ask a prospective employee? After attending a seminar on this topic, North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce board member Helen Leinbach gave some of the tips she learned from the experts. As the head of the North Webster Community Public Library, she is the one hiring for that …read more.

The agenda was somewhat light for the regular monthly meeting of the Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals Tuesday in Warsaw. Among the agenda items considered was a petition by Gerald and Stacy Coy for an exception to allow produce sales within a residence in a commercial district. The petition was approved and the property …read more.

Pets offer affection and companionship to millions of Americans nationwide. However, according to the Center for Disease Control, nearly 4.5 million dog bites occur each year with 50 percent involving children which often occur during everyday activities and while interacting with familiar dogs due to unforeseen stress. As Dog Bite Prevention Week approaches from Sunday, …read more.

  What Wawasee Kiwanis Club calls “The Biggest Little Show in Indiana,” the 27th annual Cruisin’ ‘Cuse Car Show, takes place Friday and Saturday, May 15-16, in Syracuse. Classic cars, pet projects and vehicles of all makes, models and production years typically participate in the popular pre-summer tradition. The cruise-in, a judged show, games and …read more.

(Photo Provided) According to Inside INdiana Business, Lt. Gov. Sue Ellspermann will take part in special announcement regarding the Syracuse Technology Park this Thursday. The park, located near the intersection of US 6 and SR 13 in Syracuse, was designated “Shovel Ready” late last year, which Ellspermann says, “certifies sites that are ready for economic …read more.

Tom and Brenda Bulger were among a handful of residents who attended the Milford Town Council meeting Monday night in hopes of getting answers about what some see as a disturbing number of abandoned or neglected buildings in their neighborhoods. The Bulgers share the corner of Fourth and West streets with a neglected house they …read more.

Dr. Pam Galloway, Warsaw, a retired physician and former state legislator, is announcing her candidacy for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. Galloway seeks to fill the 3rd Congressional District vacancy created by Rep. Marlin Stutzman’s run for U.S. Senate. She will be on the Republican ticket. As a surgeon who cared for …read more.

This morning, the Warsaw Community High School’s Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps celebrated the completion of its second year with an awards ceremony.

During the monthly Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation board meeting, Tippecanoe Valley High School Principal Dr. Michael Bendicsen presented a request for the school board to approve the incorporation of a “viking success period” at the high school. Bendicsen explained first and foremost that the period should not be confused with a second study hall. Instead, …read more.

Turkey Creek Township Trustee Barb Griffith reported Monday on an unwitting snafu by the contracted groundskeeper of Bethel Cemetery. In remediating the condition of the cemetery’s vegetation, the groundskeeper removed two cedar trees in the northeast corner of the cemetery. Griffith heard from three citizens who objected to cutting down the trees and her subsequent …read more.

Noah Emmanuel Akins, 24, 201 N. First St., North Manchester, was arrested Sunday on charges of rape. Charges were filed Monday in Kosciusko County Superior Court 1 charging Akins with rape, a level 3 felony and sexual battery, a level 6 felony. A level 3 felony carries a penalty upon conviction of a fixed term …read more.

Leesburg will be the site for a new retail business, and seemed to be the focus of the town council’s short meeting Monday evening. The new business will be a retail store, but the council was unable to provide any further details per the business. Monday afternoon, workers left building materials at the site that …read more.

Turkey Creek Fire Board Monday approved the purchase of onboard computers for the department’s vehicles after hearing and discussing a presentation by Fire Chief Mickey Scott. The equipment will allow firefighters and paramedics to download information and file reports en route to a hospital or fire station.“The tablets get rid of all the paper,” Scott …read more.

Yesterday evening during the Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation monthly board meeting members of the community and school officials heard a presentation on IREAD-3 results for the corporation. The test, which is administered to all third grade students in the state, is a very high stakes test according to Chrissy Mills, Akron Elementary principal, who presented …read more.

More than merely a baseball venue, Four Winds Field will serve as an entertainment hotspot and host another summer concert, as the Under the Sun Tour, featuring Sugar Ray, Better Than Ezra, Uncle Kracker and Eve 6, will make its way to South Bend on Friday, July 31, the South Bend Cubs announced Monday. The …read more.