US Food and Drug Administration announced the filing of a consent decree against Medtronic – and two of the company’s officers – for violations related to the Synchromed II system.

Do you know where to vote on tomorrow, May 5? The Kosciusko County Board of Commissioners has designated the following places for holding the Primary and special election. Polling places are open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Clay Township 1st Precinct and 2nd Precinct — Claypool Lion’s Building, 205 W. Calhoun St. Jefferson Township …read more.

Performing for the first time at the Honeywell Center, the Celtic Tenors will take the Ford Theater stage on Saturday, May 16.

On May 5 voters will be faced with an opportunity to vote yes or no to a referendum that would allow for the rebuilding of Lincoln Elementary and the remodeling of Washington Elementary and Edgewood Middle School. Lincoln Elementary proposal(all photos provided by WCS) Lincoln Elementary  Though some are concerned about redistricting at Lincoln, the current …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER – It was a homecoming worth waiting for as Wawasee’s own “Miss Basketball” Shanna Zolman returned as part of a fundraising event for the North Webster Community Center. Zolman spoke in front of a crowd of nearly 400 family, fans and friends at the NWCC Saturday night. “We chose to honor Shanna tonight, …read more.

By ANDREA NEAL Indiana’s 1816 Constitution called for a statewide system of free public schools but it didn’t happen until the 1850s — after education reformers demanded it. The chief lobbyist for taxpayer-funded schools was Caleb Mills, who used the power of the pen to persuade lawmakers that illiteracy was a threat to Indiana’s future. …read more.

Accomplishments for the year were celebrated by Wawasee FFA members, family and guests at its annual banquet Friday evening, at Wawasee High School. Awards were presented, corporate sponsors recognized, and scholarships awarded to FFA members. The evening program began with 2014-15 officers arriving to the stage by riding John Deere pedal tractors down the auditorium …read more.

  SYRACUSE – Safety is an educational process that needs to be taught beginning with childhood ages. Saturday at the Syracuse Community Center for four hours, government agencies, nonprofit organizations and service clubs gathered for the third annual Kids Safety Day hosted by the Syracuse Parks Department. Tyler McLead, program director for Syracuse Parks Department, …read more.

Around 400 ceramic, hand glazed and painted bowls are waiting to be claimed at the second annual Empty Bowls campaign, sponsored by students at Grace College. This community grass-roots event started at 11 a.m. today and will continue until 2 p.m. The event is being held at the Village of Winona’s pavilion. A suggested donation …read more.

[weaver_youtube xfhYCDK1ymc rel=0] Feet were tapping and dancing along to the tunes resonating throughout downtown Warsaw tonight as guests and musicians alike celebrated the annual Musical May First Friday. The event, which was very well attended, offered a blend of spring, music and community for guests. A wide array of musical stylings were offered during the …read more.

A 39-year-old Spencerville man is in serious condition after a three-vehicle accident in Whitley County earlier this evening. Whitley County Sheriff’s Department report the accident occurred at 5:03 p.m. on CR 950E at CR 150N. Adam M. Fogle, 39, Front Street, Spencerville, sustained serious injuries and was taken to Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. …read more.

Sen. Dan Coats (R-Ind.) received the Medical Device Manufacturers Association Chairman’s Award last night for his longtime leadership on issues that directly impact medical technology innovation and patient care. Coats was presented with the award by fellow Hoosier Steve Ferguson, the chairman of the board of Cook Group Inc. and a member of the Medical …read more.

A mobile society has caused police agencies to adapt in their investigation techniques. Warsaw Police Department has taken that step to stay on top of today’s technology. Earlier this year Warsaw City Board of Public Works approved for Warsaw Det. Jordan Foreman to not only receive training in digital forensics, but to purchase the equipment …read more.

He’s won NBC’s “The Voice.” He’s starred in a Broadway production of “Pippin.” And now, Josh Kaufman is slated to bring his legendary pipes to Oakwood Resort Event Center in Syracuse. There is a chance to win a pair of tickets to the event by visiting the Chautauqua-Wawasee Facebook page The bearded, bespectacled crooner has …read more.

By MARY KITTRELL Executive Director, Kosciusko County Convention And Visitors Bureau Tourism is big business in Indiana and the Indiana’s Kosciusko County Convention and Visitors Bureau is joining with hundreds of cities, states and travel-related businesses nationwide to recognize the power of the tourism industry with National Travel & Tourism Week, May 4 – 8, 2015. …read more.

Wa-Nee Community Schools received a product recall notification Thursday evening from Sun Rich Fresh Foods, Inc. The company sells the school community apple slices packaged in accordance with federal, school food service guidelines. The notice warned the packaged apple slices may be contaminated with listeria monocytogenes, an infectious organism that can cause serious, sometimes fatal, …read more.

Construction crews will be mobilizing Monday to begin construction on Market Street, between Bronson and Sherman. This announcement was made Friday, after the Warsaw Board of Public Works approved the first payment application from NIBLOCK, contractors on the project. While the contractors requested a payment of $106,670 for work completed to this point, the customary …read more.

Warsaw Board of Works and Public Safety had a full agenda of new business to handle Friday morning with contract, purchase and agreement requests among business. A request by the John C. Peterson American Legion Post No. 49, Warsaw, to close Fort Wayne Street between Buffalo and Lake streets from 8 a.m. until 11 a.m. …read more.

Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety approved a storm drain art project. Theresa Sailor, stormwater coordinator, presented the proposal this morning. It was met with excitement and unanimous approval. The memorandum of understanding, approved by the board, is with Grace College and the Center for Lakes & Streams. The memorandum outlines the collaboration efforts …read more.

Peakey Enterprise LLC, located at 114 E. Center St., Warsaw, invited community members and business leaders to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the company’s new location downtown. The business, which is owned by Randall Hankins, offers a variety of software services to clients. From assistance with website creation to app designs for both phones …read more.

  For people who enjoy music from the 1950s and ’60s, “The Marvelous Wonderettes,” is a must see. The musical is currently on stage at Nappanee’s Amish Acres Round Barn Theatre Wednesdays through Sunday. It features such tunes as “Lollipop,” “Stupid Cupid,” “It’s My Party,” “All I Have to Do Is Dream,” “Goodnight, Sweetheart, Goodnight” …read more.

Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (IN-02) reminded constituents that a member of her staff will be holding office hours to assist constituents with casework and official business. Location and hours are: 10 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, May 12, Akron Public Library meeting room, 205 E. Rochester St. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, May 12, Bourbon Public …read more.

What if we could provide better resources for families, to help their students through their educations? This was the question posed by math educator Kristi Harris at Thursday night’s LearnZillion workshop, hosted by Wawasee High School from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Students and their parents were invited to attend, and several Wawasee educators also …read more.

Department of Natural Resources grants totaling more than $447,000 will be used to fight invasive aquatic vegetation in Indiana’s lakes. Kosciusko County organizations will receive $106,142 of the total grant amounts. Additionally Marshall County lakes will receive $36,000 in grants; and Noble County lakes, $9,000. LaGrange, Starke, Fulton and Pulaski, LaPorte, Steuben, Monroe and Brown, …read more.

Tickets will be available today for the 2015 Charley Creek ArtsFest slated for June 26 through 28 in Wabash. This three-day festival that celebrates the arts takes place at multiple venues throughout Wabash. Now in its eighth year of bringing first-class artists and performers to the area for a weekend of hands-on art workshops, live …read more.

Razor & Tie announces the addition of hard rockers Devour The Day to its worldwide label roster. The band is currently in the studio working on their new album with producer Dan Korneff (Paramore, Lamb of God, My Chemical Romance, Papa Roach). The music will be released later this year. The band continues to have …read more.

This evenings special program just for mommy’s and sons, hosted by the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department has a theme of “Farming.” There are 74 registered who will be attending the special event in Pete Thorn’s gymnasium between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Attendance was through pre-registration only. This morning Warsaw Police Officer Justin (Tug) …read more.

  No injuries were reported at the scene of a vehicle vs. semi Wednesday evening at Lake City Highway and North Parker Street, Warsaw. The accident occurred at 7:22 p.m. However, the driver of the vehicle was taken to Kosciusko Community Hospital following the accident. The injuries are unknown. Warsaw Police report Brittany N. Sherman, …read more.

Emergency personnel are currently responding to an accident located at South Scott and East Market streets, Warsaw.  

InkFreeNews.com has been receiving a number of Letters to the Editor, mostly regarding the Warsaw Community School Corp. referendum and a few political in content. Please be advised that, as of Saturday, May 2, we will no longer accept letters focusing on any city elections or the school referendum.

Jane Timmons suffered from smoke inhalation and was treated at the scene by Syracuse Paramedics and transported to Goshen Hospital following a fire in the kitchen at her home. Syracuse Police Chief Tony Ciriello states the fire was reported at 6:26 a.m. today when Kosciusko County Central Dispatch received a 911 call reporting a house …read more.

In response to the end of the 2015 Session of the Indiana General Assembly, Indiana Superintendent of Public Instruction Glenda Ritz issued the following statement today: “Four months ago, Gov. Pence announced that this legislative session would be an education session. Instead, what the children, educators and voters received were political attacks on the office …read more.

Fanboys and girls throughout Kosciusko are rejoicing as the comic book Christmas rolls back into town this weekend. This weekend, Chimp’s Comix, located at 919 E. Winona Ave., Warsaw, will be celebrating National Free Comic Book Day from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday. According to owner Nick Kelley, the event will offer a taste …read more.

By AMY MUNCY Master Gardener More on houseplants as promised in my last column. Once you realize you need to repot a plant and have chosen the correct type of pot and soil, remember the next size larger pot is all you need to put your plant in. If you put your plant in too …read more.

  Performers of all ages are being sought to participate in the talent contest happening during Milford Fest. The contest will take place on Main Street at a mid-afternoon time to be determined on Saturday, May 23. Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third places in the judged contest. Performances are limited to …read more.

Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club is sponsoring it’s sixth annual City of Lakes Cruise-in from 1 p.m. until 6 p.m. Sunday, May 17, in downtown Warsaw. Cars from the 1920’s to 2015 will be in attendance along with motorcycles and antique fire trucks. There will be five classes for cars and one for motorcycles. Special cars …read more.

Listing of events in and around Kosciusko County.

By HILLARY CHERRY Press Secretary, Sen. Ryan Mishler Sen. Ryan Mishler has announced the passage of a new state budget that provides significant funding increases for K-12 education. The Indiana budget passed by the Indiana General Assembly is honestly balanced, focused on funding Indiana’s most important needs and creating a strong foundation for our economic …read more.

State Rep. Curt Nisly, as well as Senators Long and Bassler made statements reflecting on the key 2015 legislative session that recently adjourned. Nisly said, “At the start of the 2015 legislative session, House Republicans made a commitment to pass an honestly balanced budget that protects Hoosier taxpayers while continuing to strengthen our education system. …read more.

Practicing the philosophy of less government, North Webster Town Council repealed an ordinance at its Tuesday evening meeting at the North Webster Community Center. “It is really more trouble than it’s worth,” explained Police Chief Greg Church. The ordinance required officers to charge $3 for title or vehicle identification number checks. After Church and North …read more.

The five inmates from the Elkhart County Correctional Facility, who were taken to Elkhart Hospital Wednesday evening, after having seizures, are now back in the facility. According to Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department Capt. Jeff Siegel, as of 9:30 a.m. today, the inmates were returned to the facility and are being monitored by medical staff at …read more.

“As winter was ending, the roads thawed out pretty quick,” says Kosciusko County Highway Department Superintendent Scott Tilden. “It left severe potholes. We’re going to be dealing with them for quite awhile.”

Kosciusko County officers arrested two individuals last night in Silver Lake on drug charges after discovering a meth lab at the residence.

By MISSY CHAPMAN Cataloging Supervisor, Warsaw Community Public Library Have you ever had one of those evenings where you want to see a great film, but are not sure what to watch? What you need is a movie that you won’t regret watching. I would like to suggest two films that I feel are worth …read more.

The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians’ Four Winds® Casinos are pleased to announce a concert by Patti LaBelle at Four Winds New Buffalo’s® Silver Creek Event Center at at 9 p.m. Friday, June 26. Tickets for the concert can be purchased beginning at 10 a.m. Friday, May 1 exclusively through the Ticketmaster® Web site, www.ticketmaster.com, or …read more.

Zimmer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZMH) today reported financial results for the quarter ended March 31. The company reported first quarter net sales of $1.13 billion, a decrease of 2.3 percent reported and an increase of 4.5 percent constant currency compared to the first quarter of 2014. Diluted earnings per share for the quarter …read more.

Syracuse Fire Department and Paramedics are responding to a report of a house fire at 1034 N. Huntington St., Syracuse. The female occupant of the home was rescued by Syracuse Firefighter Lee Gardner and Syracuse Police Officer Joe Leach. She was transported by the EMS to IU Health Goshen. According to Gardner, the fire was …read more.

By DAWN R. SLACK DNR Fish and Wildlife Indiana hunters harvested 120,073 deer in the 2014 season, according to data released today by the Department of Natural Resources. While Harrison County was the top producer for the second straight season with 3,054 deer harvested, and the only county to top 3,000, Kosciusko County was among …read more.

Three brothers, one a resident of North Webster, have pleaded guilty to participating in a biofuels scam that federal investigators are calling “one of the largest tax and securities fraud schemes in Indiana history.” Chad Ducey, 39, Fishers entered a guilty plea Tuesday and his two brothers, Chris Ducey, 48, North Webster, and Craig Ducey, …read more.

Five inmates at the Elkhart County Correctional facility have been taken to Elkhart Hospital for evaluation. At approximately 12:45 p.m. today, inmates at the Elkhart County Correctional Facility alerted staff to a medical problem in one of the minimum security housing units. Officers arrived to find four inmates having seizures. Another inmate began seizing while …read more.

Though Indiana has boasted uncharacteristically low gas prices over the last few months, drivers are expected to see a rise in gas prices. Prices are making a small jump today with prices up 1.4 cents from yesterday, 2.5 cents from last week and 6.4 cents from last month. Though prices are marginally higher than a …read more.

The Leesburg community will hold a Memorial Day parade and service beginning at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 25 to honor those who have served their country. All veterans, children, businesses and community organizations are invited to participate. All parade participants are asked to be in place by 10:15 a.m. The public is invited to watch …read more.

Lakeland Christian Academy’s drama department will present “Murder Can Be Habit-Forming,” a murder mystery-comedy by Billy St. John, on April 30, May 1 and 2.

The South Bend Symphony Orchestra announces the final performance of its 2014-2015 Masterworks Series at 8 p.m. Saturday, May 9 at the Morris Performing Arts Center. Maestro Tsung Yeh conducts one of the most important musical works of the twentieth century, Igor Stravinsky’s titanic ballet “The Rite of Spring.” This piece – a prominent favorite of …read more.

By EMILY M. SHIPLEY Development Coordinator, Heartline Pregnancy Center In 1985, Tim and Marcia Meyer recognized a growing need in the community for young women finding themselves in an unplanned pregnancy to be given an alternative choice to abortion, thus they founded Heartline Pregnancy Center, Inc. What was the Meyer’s vision thirty years ago has …read more.

By KIM HARVEY Medal of Honor recipient Sammy L. Davis will be at Winona Lake Park for a Memorial Day presentation at the Tracey Yeager Memorial 5K, at 9 a.m. Monday, May 25. Veterans can register for free to participate in the race and family pricing is available for this event which has become a …read more.

Four million people are expected to tune in to “A Prairie Home Companion” on Saturday, May 2, which will broadcast live from Goshen College at 5:45 p.m. Garrison Keillor will return to the Sauder Concert Hall stage as part of the Performing Arts Series to present this popular radio show, which airs on more than …read more.

Final plans are complete for the annual Magical Derby, a benefit for the Magical Meadows, the local therapeutic horseback riding center for adults and children with special needs. It will take place Saturday, May 2, at Toyota of Warsaw. Star Entertainment from Cleveland, Ohio, will bring their show, “A Night At The Races,” complete with …read more.

[weaver_youtube kBVikB-Vfcc rel=0] If there was one word that could accurately describe students and staff at Lincoln Elementary, Washington Elementary and Edgewood Middle School, it would be indomitable. However, though their spirits cannot be broken, the structures they work in are another story. The children and staff, though reaching academic heights, are faced with serious limitations and safety …read more.

An Indiana State Trooper from the Bremen Post and a deputy from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department pulled a man from Crystal Lake Sunday evening after he refused to listen to police and jumped into the water. Shortly after 7 p.m. officers with the state police and the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded to 7589 …read more.

If you’ve driven past the Miller Athletic Complex on Kings Highway in Winona Lake, you’ve probably noticed some work being done across the street from the complex. The construction is to make way for more Lake City Greenway trails in the town of Winona Lake. Winona Lake Town Coordinator Craig Allebach says these plans go …read more.

Darrell W. Vetor, 52, West Center Street, Warsaw, sustained a fracture/dislocation to the knee/lower leg/foot and a laceration to his head, after being struck by a vehicle shortly after 6 a.m. this morning. The accident occurred at 6:04 a.m. at 718 W. Center St., just east of Friend Street, Warsaw. The location was in front …read more.

The web is abuzz about “The Bachelorette” season 11 contestant Ben Higgins. The bachelor meets the criteria for tall, dark and handsome. He’s a gainfully employed business analyst. Posts on his Twitter page indicate he’s a God-fearing man. Now, you might be asking yourself, “what does this fellow have to do with northern Indiana?” Well, …read more.

Two area sports personalities will play key roles in introducing former Wawasee High School and University of Tennessee basketball star Shanna Zolman during her Homecoming tribute at the North Webster Community Center gym, a North Webster Community Center fundraiser at which a limited number of tickets will be available at the door. Roger Grossman, sports …read more.

Brandon Thomas Woody A five-day jury trial has been set to start at 8:30 a.m. Aug. 17 in Kosciusko County Circuit Court against Brandon T. Woody. A pre-trial conference was held Monday afternoon in the chambers of Judge Michael Reed, at which time the court set the date for the trial. No date has been …read more.

The Kosciusko County Pizza Wars has kicked off and your vote is needed to select the most delectable pie in the county. The competition recently began with the qualifier round, which features 13 local pizzas. The round will end at midnight on Wednesday, April 29. The top eight pizzas will then be split into brackets …read more.

Manchester University bands embrace “The National Pastime” in a baseball-themed concert on Wednesday, May 6. The University Bands Concert is at 7:30 p.m. in Cordier Auditorium on the North Manchester campus. It is free and open to the public. It will premiere Casey at the Bat – originally a work for flute, piano and a …read more.

By KATY BERGER Communications Specialist, KREMC A cold rainy day didn’t keep the crowd of approximately 1,450 Kosciusko REMC members attending the electric cooperative’s 76th Annual Meeting. The primary item on the agenda was the election of directors. William Stump, Jr., Tony Fleming and Dan Tucker were re-elected for a three-year term. KREMC board chairman, …read more.

    Perception over reality. That was a thought by Rick Keeven, member of the Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals, of residents in areas where Serenity House has sought to open a third facility. Jeff “Hoss” Smith was before the city’s BZA Monday evening to request a use variance for 321 High St., to open …read more.

Yesterday evening’s Warsaw Community School Board monthly meeting was a fanfare filled with both recognitions and celebration of work done by students and staff. Numerous demonstrations were brought before the board recognizing the work of students at Lincoln, Leesburg, the Warsaw Area Career Center and the Warsaw Community High School Jr. ROTC program. Recognitions began …read more.

Six young people in the throes of puberty, overseen by grown-ups who barely managed to escape childhood themselves, learn that winning isn’t everything and that losing doesn’t necessarily make you a loser. This musical tells a hilarious tale of overachievers’ angst chronicling the experience of six adolescent outsiders vying for the spelling championship of a …read more.

The Warsaw Community High School Music Department will present “Jazz in the Night/ Drum Enchanted Evening” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 7. The concert will feature the WCHS Jazz Band, the WCHS Percussion Ensemble, and the combined Edgewood/ Lakeview Middle School Jazz Band. Two special guest artists – David Threlkeld (tenor sax) and David Ridenour (guitar) …read more.

Citizens Bank announced last week that it has arranged new financing for Pierceton-based Paragon Medical, a precision contract manufacturer supporting the global orthopedic medical device industry and a portfolio company of Beecken Petty O’Keefe and Company, a Chicago-based private equity firm focused exclusively on healthcare. Paragon Medical used the funds to acquire the medical device …read more.

UPDATE: Within minutes of posting this story, InkFreeNews received notification that Alexia Guthrie was found. We will provide more information in the morning if it becomes available.   The parents and family of Alexia Guthrie, 11, are asking the public to help in locating the 11-year-old who has been missing since approximately 6:30 p.m. According …read more.

By DARLA MCCAMMON Lakeland Art Association Our vivacious Lila O’Connell will be having a 90th birthday party. I have known O’Connell for a number of a years and her enthusiasm and dedication to promoting art has never waned. O’Connell was born July 30, 1925. She has watched her world transform itself from a society with …read more.

The National Weather Service has issued a frost advisory for Kosciusko and area counties from 2 a.m. to 9 a.m. Tuesday, April 28. According to the NWS, temperatures are expected to drop into the low to mid 30s tonight. Frost formation is likely once skies clear and winds diminish. The NWS notes that sensitive vegetation …read more.

“Everybody has this romantic, nostalgic memory of going to the drive-in with their friends and family,” says 13-24 Drive-In owner, Parker Beauchamp. “I was afraid the little guys were going to miss that opportunity. It’s a good bonding experience with friends and family.” In an age where you can get almost any movie ever made …read more.

It has been said before that the happiest individuals are not those who receive more, but give more. For Timothy Watt, 57, also known as Harry Homeless Hippie, raising awareness and helping others is among his top priorities. Harry, who notes he is a veteran of the Marine Corps and a Shelbyville native, is currently …read more.

Michael Thacker, Tippecanoe Valley High School senior, who won first prize in a local Young Entrepreneurs Academy, Investors’ Panel in March, was chosen to participate in a national Y.E.A. competition in New York with his business “Invictus Photography.” He will be leaving Thursday, May 7, to attend a kick-off reception followed by a welcome dinner. …read more.

BY CHAD HILL, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Public Information Officer Officers from several agencies were involved in the foot pursuit and subsequent arrest of a wanted suspect from Whitley County today, in the town of Syracuse. Kosciusko County Drug Task Force units, along with officers from Syracuse, Indiana State Police and the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s …read more.

By BRETT R. BOGGS Superintendent, Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation The Valley Hometown Advisory Board is planning a 40th birthday celebration for Tippecanoe Valley High School and all TVHS graduates are invited as well as graduates of Akron High School, Mentone High School, Beaver Dam High School, Burket High School, and Talma High School. Tippecanoe Valley …read more.

Just how much love can be put into a sweater? Aarshia Jain, a junior at Warsaw Community High School and member of the Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy, wants to find out. As a service project for KYLA she developed a project called “Love In A Sweater.” Her mission is to make sure everybody has something …read more.

By Chad Hill, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Public Information Officer Kosciusko County officers arrested two individuals recently on meth charges after observing them cooking meth outside a residence. Officers from the Kosciusko County Drug Task Force, along with members of the Warsaw Police Narcotics Unit, responded Friday, April 24, to an anonymous tip of potential …read more.

  Calvary United Methodist Church, Syracuse, has launched a series of public discussions to enhance awareness of several issues important to Syracuse and the surrounding communities. The meetings will be held at the church, located at 801 S. Huntington St., Syracuse, the fourth Wednesday of the month (May 27 and June 24). Each program will …read more.

Justin Forrest Plank, 38, 877 E. Northshore Drive, Syracuse, was arrested on Thursday, April 23 for check fraud. According to a probable cause affidavit of probable cause from the Kosciusko County Prosecutor’s Office, Plank commissioned Hilton Brothers Construction to construct a building for JP Developers, a company owned by Plank, at a cost of $8,000. …read more.

[weaver_youtube _mOsbHdfye0 rel=0]   Cool temperatures and rain didn’t keep approximately 50 individuals from attending the second annual Diversity Rally in Warsaw Saturday. But it did cancel the diversity walk from Central Park to the courthouse square and back. Brittany Kusserow, Chris Blackshire-Evansky, Lachelle Tullis, John Bonitati, Devendra Gorhe and members of the Warsaw Community High …read more.

Milford Police, Fire Department and Multi-Township EMS were called to a one-vehicle accident this morning on CR 1300N near CR 150N. The male driver of the pick up truck was transported to Kosciusko Community Hospital. According to information at the scene, the truck side-swiped a utility pole and snapped several guide wires.

Lakeland Financial Corporation (Nasdaq:LKFN), parent company of Lake City Bank, today reported net income of $11.1 million for the first quarter of 2015, an increase of 12 percent versus $9.9 million for the first quarter of 2014. Diluted net income per common share also increased 12 percent to $0.66 versus $0.59 for 2014. “Our net …read more.

Main Channel Marina, the Syracuse Indiana-based owner and operator of Wawasee & Syracuse Lake’s premier full-service marina, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Pine Crest Marine located in downtown Syracuse. Pine Crest Marine will be re-opened as Main Channel Marina on South Huntington and will feature two new brands, Mastercraft and Colbalt, adding to …read more.

  Over 100 persons attended the first “The Life, The Love & The Passion of Fashion 2015” Saturday evening in the event center at Oakwood Resort, Syracuse. This was the first fundraiser of the year for The Cancer Care Fund of Kosciusko County. The evening included hor d’oeuvres, cocktails, fashion show and live entertainment. A …read more.

UPDATE: Police are continuing their investigation into a single vehicle accident Saturday evening, reported at 10:21 p.m., on East Pierceton Road, east of CR 275E, Warsaw. The vehicle was reported stolen during the investigation and no driver was found at the scene. Police found a 2002 White Chevrolet in a yard at 3029 E. Pierceton …read more.

The gymnasium and entry hallway is bursting with items to purchase for children at little cost. The event is being held at Bakers Youth Club, 765 W. Market St., Warsaw. The event is free and open to the community to help local families. Holly Borchelt and Michelle Gonzalez organized the Mom2Mom sale which lasts until …read more.

[weaver_youtube 155OQejPEnk rel=0]   There is still time to celebrate Earth Day at the KC Recycling Depot, 220 S. Union St., Warsaw. Fun activities, tire recycling, secure document shredding, workshops and information will be available until 3 p.m. Always wanted to plant a tree or two on your property? Here’s your chance to get a …read more.

As a new growing season begins, there will be a new look to the Kosciusko County Farmer’s Market. With improvements and expansion in mind, the KCFM is inviting new members for the 2015 market to be a larger, more varied selection of produce and hand crafted products. This year, we are again inviting residents from …read more.

By MICHELLE BOXELL Community Relations Manager, Cardinal Services It’s a rite of spring, seeing people in bright yellow vests waving Tootsie Rolls and collecting donations for people with disabilities. No one seems exactly sure what year they began the project, but the Sacred Heart Knights of Columbus has sponsored the fundraiser, working intersections and storefronts …read more.

An all-clear was issued just before 3:30 a.m. Saturday at Manchester University after a lockdown was issued several hours earlier. According to reports from WANE.com university police searched the campus for a potentially armed suspect. No injuries or threats were found. North Manchester Police Chief Jeffrey Perry told NewsChannel 15 that police received a call …read more.

Friday evening, 37 more Wawasee High School seniors were inducted into the hall of fame. It’s an annual tradition for a school priding itself on academic prowess.

  Parkview Hospital recently made a donation to the Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County. “We are thrilled to be the recipient of this donation from our new community partner, Parkview Hospital.” said Executive Director of the AWL, Darla McCammon. “When Parkview saw the list of the many health benefits our organization provides to our …read more.

Syracuse Parks Department and the Syracuse-Wawasee Garden Club had help celebrating Arbor Day Friday. Syracuse Elementary School third-graders gathered in Henry Ward Park on the warm, sunny afternoon to help plant the new shingle oak tree, paid for with a grant from the Garden Club of Indiana. Connie Anthony of the Syracuse-Wawasee Garden Club spoke …read more.

Requests for a mile swim, the installation of an Angel of Hope Children’s Memorial and the hosting of a benefit received approval by Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department board Tuesday, April 21. Ethan Cook, a member of the Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy, presented an open water mile swim event request for July 25. This is …read more.