To kick-start physical activity and learning now and throughout the summer, on Saturday, April 25, the Kosciusko Community YMCA is celebrating Healthy Kids Day, with a free community event for kids and families.  The YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day, the Y’s national initiative to improve families’ health and well-being, features vendors that will connect families with …read more.

Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (IN-02), member of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee and conferee on the House and Senate Veterans’ Affairs Conference Committee, released the following statement in reaction to an Associated Press Story regarding extended wait times at the South Bend Community Outpatient Center: “There is no excuse for veterans to have to wait over …read more.

Due to a lack of a quorum on Tuesday, the Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory postponed it’s April monthly meeting. The fire territory board meeting has been rescheduled for 4 p.m. Monday, April 13, in the city council chambers. The meeting is open to the public.

Today the Indiana Senate recently presented a proposed state budget totaling $31.5 billion. The effects of the proposed budget would be softening the financial hit on some public schools and adding money for higher education, while setting aside $200 million a year for highway expansion. The Senate Appropriations Committee voted 8-3 to advance the plan …read more.

By SALLY HOGAN Director, Old Jail Museum The Donald Ring Family from Kosciusko County was one of 63 families receiving the Hoosier Homestead Award. On March 6, Lt. Gov. Sue Ellspermann and Indiana Department of Agriculture Director Ted McKinney, presented 63 families with a Hoosier Homestead Award in recognition of their commitment to Indiana agriculture. …read more.

By AMY MUNCY Master Gardener (EDITOR’S NOTE: Amy Muncy was born in Wabash County and lived in Northern Wabash County for close to 40 years. Muncy grew up in the country, has always enjoyed gardening and mowing the lawn. She has been gardening since a small girl. She moved to Kosciusko County in 2000. She …read more.

TruthSeekers will sponsor the showing of three powerful short films, “Defining Moments,” “Lose to Gain” and “The Cross” at 7 p.m. Monday, April 20, in the Blocher community room at North Manchester Public Library. “Defining Moments” shares how key moments changed the lives of illusionist Jim Munroe, NFL player David Tyree and singer Lacey Sturm. …read more.

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Sabra Dipping Co., LLC, a popular hummus manufacturer, announced today that the company has voluntarily recalled approximately 30,000 cases of its “Classic Hummus” due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people and those …read more.

By CHELSEA CHALK Assistant Professor of Communications and Institutional Advancement Associate Ancilla College Ancilla College Student Government requests your presence at the Ancilla College Arts and Culture Week during the week of Monday, April 13 through Thursday, April 16. Ancilla College is located in Donaldson. The highlight of the week is from 4:30 p.m. until …read more.

Due to mechanical problems with trucks, the Town of Winona Lake recycling contractor has advised that Thursday’s regular schedule recycling pick up may not be completed until mid-day Friday. Affected residents are encouraged to check their respective location with the high wind weather forecast and take precautions.

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. Warsaw Barbee Landing Free jukebox – Friday, April 10 Cedar Creek Fundraiser – Saturday, April 11. $25.00 bracelet includes all you can eat hog roast and all you can …read more.

Absentee voting for the 2015 Municipal primary for the cities of Warsaw and Nappanee and special election on a referendum for Warsaw Community Schools will begin Monday, April 20 and end May 3. Voting will take place between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, with special Saturday voting set up from 8 a.m. …read more.

Candidates have filed and ballots are being printed for the May 5 primary election. This primary focuses on municipal election in Nappanee and Warsaw. Only voters within the city limits of Warsaw and the town limits of Nappanee, which is in Kosciusko County, and those living in the Warsaw School Corporation will go to the …read more.

Investigators from the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect who was involved in a robbery earlier this morning in New Paris. At approximately 6:06 a.m. Anthony J. Conrad, 19, was leaving his residence in the 68000 block of North Main Street in New Paris, when a white …read more.

Kosciusko County Crime Stoppers would like the community’s assistance in locating several vehicles involved in recent crimes. The first vehicle was involved in a hit and run on April 7. The incident occurred on SR 15, south of Silver Lake. The vehicle is a 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier blue/green in color with Indiana plate number 676CTB. …read more.

By MADISSON HEINL Center For Lakes & Streams, Grace College Approximately 325,000 gallons of water used to contain the Warsaw Chemical Co., Inc. fire carried chemicals downhill into Winona Lake on Feb. 6. The Center for Lakes & Streams responded to the spill immediately and collected several samples from Winona Lake at the scene as well …read more.

Be a part of the fun in “The Mystery of Edwin Drood,” a raucous musical extravaganza of mystery, intrigue, and comedy where you get to choose the ending. It opens April 17 at Footlight Theatre and runs through May 3. Based on the unfinished Charles Dickens novel, this Tony Award-winning musical recently enjoyed a revival …read more.

By HEATHER ELSON Manchester University Media Relations Assistant Manchester University Theatre Department presents Larry Shue’s The Foreigner, an American farce written during the early ’80s. “Shue does an amazing job highlighting the often laughable pettiness of intolerance,” said MU’s theatre director, Kira Hawkins. It features the talents of Kathy Hawkins, Joshua Dold, Clayton Marcum, Kenzie …read more.

By JONI TRUEX KLA Public Information Director The Kosciusko Leadership Academy Class of 2014/2015 held their last regular session at Westminster, Winona Lake. Terry White, author, Winona Lake, informed the KLA cadets about the history of Winona Lake. “Winona 100, Third Wave Rising” is a published collaboration between Terry White and Dr. Steve Grill. Winona …read more.

The monthly revenue report for March, along with commentary from Budget Director Brian Bailey, has been posted on the State Budget Agency webpage. The report can be found here: http://www.in.gov/sba/2631.htm. Data on March revenues can also be found on the MPH website here: http://in.gov/mph/staterevenue.html. Results include: State general fund revenues for March were $1,037.2 million, …read more.

The Walnut Twig Beetle, Pityophthorus juglandis, the insect involved in Thousand Cankers Disease of Black Walnut, has been detected in Indiana for the first time at a Franklin County sawmill. The beetle was detected in a trap placed at the sawmill for a 2014 statewide survey for WTB. Additional WTBs were found during an inspection …read more.

  By TRINA HOY Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club The Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club recently presented donations to area organizations focusing on youth oriented activities. The donations included $2,000 to Riley Radio Days, $500 to Lake City Skiers, $300 to the Kosciusko County Fair and $500 to 4-H Shooting Sports. Through various fundraising activities during the …read more.

“The Life, The Love & The Passion of Fashion 2015” has been scheduled to raise funds for The Cancer Care Fund of Kosciusko County. The event will be 5:30 p.m. Saturday, April 25, at The Oakwood Resort Event Center, Syracuse. The red carpet event will feature clothing for young kids, men’s ware, water sports attire, …read more.

Spring has arrived in the area and with it comes planting time for both flowers and vegetable gardens. Not everyone has a green thumb and even those who do often have questions and concerns. InkFreeNews.com will be adding a new category to the site, “In The Garden.” We have asked three local master gardeners to …read more.

By KASEY KOHLMORGEN Director of Community Relations, Joe’s Kids Joe’s Kids will be holding the 2015 5K Splatter Dash on Saturday, May 2. The Joe’s Kids Splatter Dash is a powder paint run benefiting the children at Joe’s Kids, a clinic in Warsaw that provides physical, occupational and speech therapy to special kids with special …read more.

By KATHRYN REINHARDT Marketing Coordinator, Bohlsen Group Music for All’s Bands of America Honor Band has been offered an invitation from the Pasadena Tournament of Roses to perform in the 2017 and 2021 Rose Parades. The Bands of America National Honor Band is a program of Music for All, one of the nation’s leading organizations …read more.

Main on Main Improv Troupe is excited to welcome to the stage their teacher and mentor Jessica Hardy. Hardy will be joining Main on Main for an evening of comedy improv at 7 p.m. Friday, April 24 at the Syracuse Community Center. Hardy is an actress and filmmaker currently based on Los Angeles. Main on …read more.

“The Queens,” Elizabeth I of England and Mary, Queen of Scots, are coming to Ancilla Domini Chapel at the Center at Donaldson. Metamorphis Traveling Theatre, an outreach troupe of Michigan City Acting Theatre, will present “The Queens” at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 3. “The Queens” is an original drama written by Ken Brelsford and directed …read more.

By NICHOLE HACHA-THOMAS Media Relations Director, INDOT Northeast The Indiana Department of Transportation announces two projects are scheduled to begin on SR 5 in Larwill on Monday, April 13, weather permitting. The projects will include improvements to the railroad crossing located half a mile south of US 30, as well as road resurfacing from US …read more.

At 7:15 p.m. Monday, April 13, Warsaw Community Schools Superintendent David Hoffert will make another presentation regarding the school corporation’s proposed referendum to fund a new Lincoln Elementary School, and renovate Washington Elementary School and Edgewood Elementary School. A 2012 study of WCS’s facilities determined that those school had issues that need addressed. To fund the …read more.

By KASEY KOHLMORGEN Director of Community Relations, Joe’s Kids The K21 Health Foundation recently awarded a grant to Joe’s Kids, a nonprofit pediatric rehabilitation clinic in Warsaw. This funding supports K21 Health’s mission to ensure health care services are provided to Kosciusko County citizens. A grant in the amount of $55,500 was awarded to Joe’s …read more.

Chautauqua-Wawasee will kick off the 2015 season by showing “Fixed: The Science/Fiction of Human Enhancement” a documentary on disability and technology. The evening will begin at 6 p.m. April 23 with dinner with the director and experts followed by a screening of the film at 7:15 p.m. followed by a question and answer session with …read more.

Christopher Francis, North Webster, has returned to the Tippecanoe Township Advisory Board. He was elected to the Tippecanoe Township Advisory Board Tuesday evening to  fill the unexpired term of James Rhodes who submitted his resignation effective March 14. Francis’ election was conducted during a Republican Caucus of precinct committeemen, at the Tippecanoe Township Trustee’s Office, …read more.

The City of Warsaw was among 13 cities applying for the 2015 Stellar Communities Designation Program. The announcement yesterday by the Lt. Governor’s office did not have Warsaw on the finalist list. Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer offered this comment regarding the announcement: “The City of Warsaw, as a first time applicant, was privileged to participate …read more.

The Manchester Symphony Orchestra will present the final concert of its 76th season at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 26 at the Honeywell Center. In collaboration with PBS the MSO concert will be recorded for broadcast on PBS39 in Fort Wayne. This is the first time the MSO will be broadcast, and they’re looking forward to …read more.

By HANNAH SCHUTTER Marketing Director, Wagon Wheel Center For The Arts Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts’ Symphony of the Lakes will end its 2014-2015 season on April 18 at Rodeheaver Auditorium with a concert entitled “The Master and His Pupil” sponsored by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation. This concert will feature the winner of …read more.

By DENNIS OTT Vice President of Public Relations and Community Services, TLC Management On behalf of the entire staff and residents of Mason Health and Rehabilitation we wish to thank the Warsaw Fire Department, EMS Crews, Police Department, Kosciusko Community Hospital and local nursing facilities who were able to help us during our laundry fire on …read more.

The announcement was made late Tuesday of the finalists for the 2015 Stellar Communities by the office of Lt. Gov. Sue Ellspermann. Warsaw/Winona Lake had submitted a joint application, for the first time, to be considered. However, the local communities were not chosen. The finalist included Crawfordsville, Decatur and Marion in Division 1, communities with …read more.

Kosciusko County officers have solved what they believe to be several criminal mischief incidents that have occurred over the past month in the southern portion of the county. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputies were able to locate and apprehend two juveniles over the weekend that are allegedly responsible for several incidents of criminal mischief in Kosciusko …read more.

The South Bend Symphony Orchestra announces the third performance of its 2014-15 Masterworks Series at 8 p.m. Saturday, April 25 at the Morris Performing Arts Center. Maestro Tsung Yeh conducts Beethoven’s colossal Ninth Symphony, widely regarded as one of the greatest works of Western classical music. Known as the “Choral Symphony” for its revolutionary use of …read more.

“We are celebrating 100 years for Kiwanis International,” Renea Salyer, president of the local Kiwanis Club, told the Kosciusko County Commissioners at the April 7 meeting. Salyer, along with Joni Truex, came before the commissioners to request the proclamation of Kiwanis Club Day in Kosciusko County. The day will be recognized on April 21. Salyer …read more.

More events have been added on our Area Photos posts on InkFreeNews.com. The number of photos appearing in Area Photos, which debuted on InkFreeNews.com in early March, is continuing to grow. Photos from World Compassion Day 2015 have just been added. We’ve even changed the format to make it easier to view photos from specific …read more.

With a potentially volatile midweek forecast that includes severe storms, heavy rains, strong winds and the potential for tornadoes, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency encourages everyone to get prepared. The National Weather Service Northern Indiana has posted a hazardous weather outlook. on its site: http://www.weather.gov/iwx/ Thunderstorms are expected today and tonight …read more.

At a meeting this morning, the Kosciusko County Commissioners honor George Plew as the Veteran of the Month. Plew, who worked as a teacher for Warsaw and North Webster Schools after serving his country, seemed to have impacted many of the meetings attendees. Commissioner Ron Truex was one of his students. “It was wonderful to …read more.

  Kosciusko County Velo Cycling has donated $5,000 to a newly established Ride+Walk Fund. The money will go to help reach the matching funds needed for the recent K21 Health Foundation’s 3-1 matching grant of $375,000 for the community’s Ride+Walk project on East Market Street, which includes the addition of a world-class pedestrian and bicycle-friendly …read more.

Fred Hoyle III, 19, 809 S. Main St., Milford, was arrested Monday evening on a charge of counterfeiting, a class D felony. He is being held on $2,000 bond. He has also been charged with possession of paraphernalia. The counterfeiting charge states he knowingly or intentionally did make or utters a written instrument, namely money …read more.

The second reading of an ordinance to establish a hazardous material response fund and schedule of charges for services provided by the Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory was approved 5-1 Monday evening by the Warsaw Common Council. This applies mainly to motor carriers traveling through the city/township. Elaine Call was the sole council member against the fund. …read more.

By KELLY L. HECKAMAN Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Kosciusko County You and your family can celebrate the diversity of Kosciusko County agriculture at “A Taste of Agriculture in Kosciusko County: A Family Affair” from 5 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 14, at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds. Diversity truly describes the experience you will have …read more.

[weaver_youtube -sdMMucii1k rel=0]   As if they hadn’t already, Congressman Marlin Stutzman and Indiana State Representative Curt Nisly have now assuredly earned the monicker of two of Indiana’s busiest Hoosiers in the aftermath of the the state’s Religious Freedom Restoration Act. Both Stutzman and Nisly addressed the crowd at the Kosciusko Silent No More’s Monday night  meeting. …read more.

Zimmer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZMH) wishes to recognize Bonnie Simpson Mason, MD, for being selected as the 2015 recipient of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Diversity Award. The AAOS Diversity Award recognizes Academy members who have distinguished their careers through an outstanding commitment to making clinical orthopaedics more representative of, and …read more.

More than a few Ink Free News readers have asked what’s being built at the corner of US 30 and Parker Street, in front of the Menards, in Warsaw. Well, to quell their curiosity, I stopped by the construction site and got the scoop. A Discount Tire is going in at the location. According to …read more.

Not only will spring be in full bloom in Brown County April 23 through April 26, but so will the fun. During the last weekend in April, Brown County will host the 13th Annual Indiana Wine Fair, the 3rd Annual Morel & Music Festival, and the 30th Annual Wildflower Foray, kicking off its festival season. …read more.

In what is sure to be one of the most talked about tours of the summer, Colbie Caillat and Christina Perri have announced plans for a North American co‐headline tour. “The Girls Night Out, Boys Can Come Too Tour” kicks off Friday, July 10 at Uncasville, CT’s Mohegan Sun Arena and then travels through late …read more.

Resolutions relating to potential issuance of bonds for the Buffalo Street project were approved by members of the Warsaw Redevelopment Commission today at noon. The first resolution established the commission’s intent to reimburse certain preliminary costs from the proceeds of bonds. The second approved a proposed form of lease for local public improvements and set …read more.

By CAPT. JAMES L. BRADBERRY Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department Members of the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department’s Sheriff’s Teenage Alcohol Reduction Team were busy this weekend with multiple arrests that were made for underage drinking. Beginning on Friday, April 3 and extending into Saturday, April 4, a total of 45 minors under the age of 21 …read more.

UPDATE: Two persons were injured in a two-vehicle accident at 12:04 p.m. at US 6 and CR 37, north of Syracuse, today. Larry Richards, 64, Syracuse, complained of neck pain and suffered an abrasion to the knees. Ronald T. Brimhall, 34, Cromwell, complained of pain to the chest and arm. Both were taken to IU …read more.

Syracuse Fire and MES responded to a call for a grass fire at 10:55 a.m. Monday morning at 4526 E. Fox Run Drive, Syracuse. Upon arrival, firefighters found small bushes to be on fire, causing some damage to the front of the house as well. Firefighters were able to extinguish the fire, and notify homeowners …read more.

At approximately 11:30 a.m. Monday, April 6, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded an automobile accident on CR 1300N, near the intersection of CR 300E, in Syracuse. The driver of the truck and trailer was uninjured but shaken up when his load weight shifted, causing the load to slide off and damage the truck he was …read more.

The Indiana Supreme Court awarded $242,911 in grant money to benefit 19 counties in support of local family court projects. The grants, ranging between $35,000 to $4,000, were awarded to the following counties: Judge Charles Pratt, Allen County – $35,000 Judge Cynthia Ayers, Marion County – $30,000 Judge Cynthia Ayers, Marion County IV-D Court – …read more.

The International Student Organization and the Office of International Student Services (OISS) invite you to attend the 16th Annual International Food Festival. This popular event will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday, April 11 in the University Grill on campus. Tickets are available at OISS or at the door. The cost is $10 for …read more.

The U.S. Justice Department announced last week that Medtronic PLC and affiliated Medtronic companies, Medtronic Inc., Medtronic USA Inc., and Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc., have agreed to pay $4.41 million to the United States to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act by making false statements to the U.S. Department of Veterans …read more.

With temperatures reaching 60 degrees and higher today in the Kosciusko County area, the National Weather Service has issued a special weather statement warning of a heightened fire danger through the afternoon. A dry air mass remains across the area causing humidity values to drop to 25 to 30 percent in some spots. Combined with …read more.

[weaver_youtube 1bGVcTtejG0 rel=0] On Saturday, April 4, hundreds of kids and parents swarmed the Kosciusko Community Fairgrounds for the annual Easter Egg Hunt. The Easter Bunny was there to for photo ops with the kids. The hunt started at 1 p.m. There were hunts for four different age groups. In each hunt was one extra …read more.

John Bonitati, left, passes the torch to new Kosciusko County Democratic Party chairman David Kolbe. At a meeting held at Richard’s Restaurant the morning of Saturday, April 4, the Kosciusko County Democrats selected the chairman and secretary to serve for 2015-2016. Opening the proceedings, John Bonitati, who has served as chairman for the last two …read more.

By ANDREA NEAL “To the end that justice be established, public order maintained, and liberty perpetuated; we, the people of the state of Indiana, grateful to Almighty God for the free exercise of the right to choose our own form of government, do ordain this constitution.” — Preamble, Indiana Constitution Legal scholars say you can …read more.

At 9 a.m. sharp, a swarm of more than 200 youngsters swept through the North Webster baseball fields and in less than five minutes scooped up every last treasure in Saturday’s Easter egg hunt. The North Webster Lions Club hard boiled and colored 45 dozen eggs and added another 15 dozen plastic eggs that could …read more.

UPDATE: One person was injured and another cited for not having insurance in an accident at 11:22 a.m. Saturday, April 4, at North Detroit Street, north of Lake City Highway, Warsaw. James D. Jacobs, 30, 14th Street, Winona Lake, was cited for operating a vehicle without financial insurance. A passenger in his vehicle, Heather R. …read more.

The National Weather Service Northern Indiana has issued a special weather statement for counties in northern Indiana including Elkhart, Fulton, Kosciusko, Noble, Whitley counties for a heightened fire danger this weekend. The danger will exist until approximately 8:15 p.m. Sunday. Recent rainfall has increased fine fuels moisture, however, a combination of humidity values in the …read more.

UPDATE: Hector M. Ramirez, 20, East CR 350N, Warsaw, was not reported as being injured in a one-vehicle accident early Saturday on North CR 173E, south of East 8 Square Road, Warsaw. The accident was at 3:57 a.m. According to police the Ramirez vehicle went off the road where the right front tire hit gravel. …read more.

[weaver_youtube jfUQpVvJBSg rel=0] It may have been a little chilly for April’s installment of First Friday, but Mother Nature kept the rain at bay, and folks came out to enjoy the festivities. The theme for April was “Back to the Future.” There were a few classic cars out on the streets of downtown Warsaw, including …read more.

At approximately 9:50 p.m. Friday, April 3, emergency personnel were called to CR 700N near Harper Road for a vehicle accident. The vehicle has rolled over, and the driver is reportedly injured. The driver was transported to Kosciusko Community Hospital by Multi-Township EMS. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department and Leesburg Fire Department assisted at the scene. …read more.

April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Child Abuse Prevention Month. The Beaman Home will be hosting special events on April 17 to educate local professionals and raise awareness of The Beaman Home’s Emergency Shelter and Outreach Center programs and services benefiting this community. Mary Ellen Mann, MS., LCSW, will facilitate “Stewards of Children” workshops on …read more.

UPDATE: At 4:02 p.m. Friday, April 3, Jay E. Hobaugh, 76, Cumberland Avenue, West Lafayette, was northbound on Detroit Street in Warsaw and attempted a left-hand turn at the intersection of Detroit and Fort Wayne Street. In doing so, he pulled into the path of Glenn R. Robbins, 52, Monoquet Road, Warsaw, causing a collision. …read more.

Rock ‘n’ Roll doo-wop legends “Sha Na Na” will make their way to the Ford Theater Stage at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 25 at the Honeywell Center. This performance is part of the Wabash Valley Music Association series and is presented by Wellbrooke of Wabash. Sha Na Na will perform songs from the hit movie …read more.

Former Warsaw resident Hannah Babcock won the Indiana High School Forensic Association State Speech meet in the category of impromptu on Saturday, March 28. The competition took place in Fishers. Babcock is a junior at Canterbury High School in Fort Wayne and has participated on the speech team for three years. Impromptu speaking requires contestants …read more.

Sentences were handed down Thursday morning to four individuals in Kosciusko Superior Court I by Judge David Cates. One individual found his entire sentence suspended while the others will be serving time in jail. Ronnie E. Denham, 37, Old SR 15, Warsaw, was given two years based on a plea agreement for domestic battery, a …read more.

By Mike Pence Governor of Indiana “The freedom of religion for every Hoosier is enshrined in the Constitution of the United States and in the Indiana Constitution, which reads, ‘No law shall, in any case whatever, control the free exercise and enjoyment of religious opinions, or interfere with the rights of conscience.’ For generations, these …read more.

By SUE PETERSON President, Peterson Media Goodwill Industries of Michiana, Inc., will facilitate a hiring event with Staffmark at the Warsaw Community Career Center from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Monday, April 13. They will be seeking individuals to fill 160 positions for RR Donnelley. These positions could go full time after 90 days and …read more.

By ANNE GREGORY Media Relations, Manchester University Manchester University has students from 24 states and 24 countries, and it is celebrating it’s multicultural tradition from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Sunday, April 12, with the International Buffet, held at Haist Commons in the Jo Young Switzer Center. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for …read more.

Lakeland Regional Sewer District is beginning to feel the gravity of its situation. The past five years of applying for loans, planning and engineering sewer grinders and waste management stations must be finalized by May 11. After taking the time to meet with U.S. Department of Agriculture officials March 18, LRSD board members are anxiously awaiting their …read more.

By MONICA BOYER Kosciusko Silent No More Kosciusko Silent No More has announced 3rd District Congressman Marlin Stutzman will be speaking at 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 6 at the Warsaw Center Lake Pavilion. There will be coffee and cookies. The community is invited to come out and hear the latest from the 3rd District Congressman.

The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has extended the dense fog advisory from 9 a.m. until 10 a.m. The advisory is for most of northern Indiana, including Elkhart, Kosciusko, Fulton, Marshall, Noble, Whitley and numerous other counties. Widespread dense fog will limit visibilities to less than a fourth of a mile through sunrise. Hazardous …read more.

We’re compiling a list of the Easter egg hunts planned around Kosciusko County. We will be updating the list as announcements come to out attention. If you have an Easter egg hunt you would like added to the list, email [email protected] Cromwell Saturday, April 4 — The Cromwell Easter Egg Hunt will take place with a …read more.

By LINDSAY JANCEK Communications Director, Office of Jackie Walorski Congresswoman Jackie Walorski, reminds constituents a member of her staff will be holding office hours to assist constituents with casework and official business. The Rochester district office, located at 709 Main St., is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday. Stop by …read more.

By ALYSSA LOWE Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce The public is invited to the second annual Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce Career Fair, GPS 2 Success. The event will be Tuesday, April 14, at the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center at Grace College. Recruiting to the public will be from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. This public event …read more.

By CYNTHIA L. CATES Executive Director, Kosciusko Literacy Services As a part of The Big Read, Ray Bradbury biographer Sam Weller will be lecturing at the Warsaw Public Library at 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 15, and at the North Webster Public Library at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 16. Weller will explore the life and literary …read more.

Warsaw Downtown Warsaw First Friday: Back To The Future – 5-9 p.m. Friday, April 3 The Downtown Otitis Media – 10 p.m. Saturday, April 4. No cover. Rex’s Rendezvous Open Jam with Dustin Castle – Thursday, April 2 Medevil Brooklym – 9:30 p.m. Friday, April 3 Subterfuge – 9:30 p.m. Saturday, April 4 Leesburg Pie Eyed …read more.

There have reportedly been numerous railroad crossing closures throughout the Syracuse area. Though railroad officials have been contacted for an explanation and estimated time of reopening, according to officials, no information has been provided as to why the crossings are closed. Officials did note however the railroad crossing at Oak Street will soon be open …read more.

A notice of an alibi defense was filed late last week in the murder of Tara Thornburg and Josh Knisley. The notice was filed by Scott J. Lennox, attorney for defendant, Brandon T. Woody. The document states the defense is providing notice of the intention to retain the option to offer alibi as a defense. …read more.

  To open the April 2 meeting of the Warsaw Board of Works, Warsaw Police Detective Brad Kellar was recognized for two recent awards he’s received. Kellar was awarded the Bishop Award and Iron Warrior Award at a recent National Criminal Enforcement Association conference. “First and foremost, we appreciate that you guys allow us to …read more.

The National Weather Service has issued a special weather statement for Kosciusko and surrounding counties in regard to scattered thunderstorms moving through the area. According to the NWS, doppler radar has indicated showers and scattered thunderstorms along a line extending from Warsaw to 18 miles south of Grissom Airforce Base is moving east at 40 …read more.

Indiana Republican lawmakers say they have agreed on language to specify that the Religious Freedom Restoration Act does not allow for discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity. Senate President Pro Tem David Long (R-16) says the issue has presented the “toughest legislative challenge” he has faced. Pacers Sports and Entertainment Vice Chairman Jim …read more.

This morning in Kosciusko County Superior Court 1, Brian Grosch, 36, Mentone, was given a 30-year sentence for molesting a young relative in July. However, only 25 years will be served in the Department of Corrections with the remaining five years to be served on probation. He was also given jail time credit of 199 …read more.

After 17-plus years of performing more than 100 concerts annually, releasing eight studio albums and selling more than 3.5 million tracks online, Umphrey’s McGee might be forgiven if they chose to rest on their laurels. But then that wouldn’t be consistent with the work ethic demonstrated by the band, which consistently attempts to raise the …read more.

There was an unusual amount of officers in the Mentone area this morning causing some residents to wonder what was transpiring. Jon Hart, Tippecanoe Valley School Resource Office, reports four K9 units were brought in to search the hall ways and locker areas at the high school, middle school and Burket Educational Center for controlled …read more.

More events have been added on our Area Photos posts on InkFreeNews.com. The number of photos appearing in Area Photos, which debuted on InkFreeNews.com in early March, is continuing to grow. Photos from the 2015 Quiz Bowl have been added with World Compassion Day 2015 soon to be added. Additional photos from 2014 events have …read more.

The public is cordially invited to attend the second annual Warsaw Diversity Rally from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday, April 25, in Warsaw’s Central Park Fountain Plaza. This year’s event features speakers covering diversity-related topics such as socio-economic issues in Kosciusko County, religous diversity, GLBT topics, cultural holidays and labels and preconceptions associated with …read more.

  Warsaw Traffic Safety Commission approved a handicapped parking spot today in the unlimited parking area of South Lake Street between Market and Center streets. The new designated parking space will be south of the alley and the last parking space in that unlimited parking area. Originated by a request for handicapped parking in the …read more.

The Pro Gaming League has announced that Indianapolis will host season two of the Halo Championship Series, a professional video gaming tournament centered around the Xbox game Halo. The tournament will take place June 26 through June 28 at the Indiana Convention Center in conjunction with Indy PopCon, a gaming and pop culture convention. It …read more.

By NICHOLE HACHA-THOMAS Media Relations Director, INDOT Northeast District The Indiana Department of Transportation announces signal improvements to numerous intersections along US 30 in both Whitley and Kosciusko counties. Beginning on Monday, April 6, Shambaugh and Son of Fort Wayne is scheduled to begin the $1 million modernization project near Etna Green in Kosciusko County, …read more.