The Kosciusko County Community Fair Inc., has found itself in U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana South Bend Division, as a defendant in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The two parties involved have been in settlement discussions since Oct. 22, 2014. On or before May 21, either dismissal papers must be filed …read more.

The Wyldz, a Austin-based, heavy hitting three-piece rock band, comprised of Mitch Bassoul (vocals and bass), Alex Dhee (guitar), and Oliv Porrini (drums), are gearing up for the release of their new studio album, “Interstellar Troubadours,” and hitting the road on their spring U.S. tour. With dates already confirmed throughout the south and Midwest, The …read more.

By HANNAH SCHUTTER Director of Marketing, Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts Take a dazzling trip on a musical magic carpet ride through the colorful legend of Scheherazade, the greatest storyteller of the ancient Arabian world. Wagon Wheel Jr. will be putting on its 12th production, “The Stories of Scheherazade” on April 25 and 26. …read more.

Chautauqua-Wawasee and Oakwood Resort will be hosting Josh Kaufman, winner of NBC’s “The Voice” in concert at 7 p.m. Friday, May 22. Tickets are already on sale and are limited. There are 600 general admission tickets for $37; 50 early access tickets for $50; and 100 VIP experience tickets for $100 which includes dinner, a …read more.

The Church Basement Ladies series will present its final installment, “The Last Potluck Supper,” with two showings on at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 14 at the Honeywell Center’s Ford Theater. The popular series began at the Plymouth Playhouse in Minneapolis with the first installment, “Church Basement Ladies,” in 2005. Its sequel, “A …read more.

There will not be a primary election held in Syracuse May 5 because candidates are running unopposed. Town Councilmen Brian Woody, who represents District 4, and Bill Musser, who represents District 5, are seeking re-election while Tom Hoover is seeking to represent District 3, which is currently represented by Kathy Beer, who is not seeking …read more.

Authorities are currently responding to a reported house fire at 3101 Sandra Ln., Winona Lake. The fire is now reportedly under control. One individual was treated at the scene for minor injuries sustained while exiting the house.

Join the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce for Meet The Candidates from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 23, at Lakeview Middle School located at 848 E. Smith St., Warsaw. A Primary Election will be held within the county on May 5, 2015. Meet The Candidates provides opportunity for voters to better know their candidates. …read more.

Sheriff Aaron Rovenstine today announced that Kosciusko County citizens who would like to join him in the fight against crime are invited to become members of the Indiana Sheriffs’ Association. Many local citizens and some businesses have already joined the Association in support of our efforts. The Indiana Sheriffs’ Association is a nonprofit, professional, educational …read more.

The Honeywell Foundation and INGUARD are thrilled to announce that yet again for the 2015 season at the 13-24 Drive In, kids 12 and under are free all summer long. Although the exact date has yet to be determined, the 13-24 Drive In gates will open sometime during the month of May. Just as it …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. The bearded, bespectacled crooner has had a passion for music his entire life. He participated in several choirs during his high school days in …read more.

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces two projects are scheduled to begin on SR 5 in Larwill on Monday, April 6. The projects will include improvements to the railroad crossing located half a mile south of US 30, as well as road resurfacing from US 30 to Old Trail Road. During the railroad crossing improvements, …read more.

Governor Mike Pence will hold a press conference today at 11 a.m. to discuss and clarify Indiana’s Religious Freedom Restoration Act. The event will be livestreamed at www.webinar.IN.gov. Details below.

By KARA BROOKS Office of Indiana Governor Mike Pence Gov. Mike Pence has penned an op-ed for the Wall Street Journal regarding Indiana’s Religious Freedom Restoration Act. Excerpts can be found below. The full version, which will appear in Tuesday’s edition, can be found here. “I want to make clear to Hoosiers and every American …read more.

Prompted by concerns that fishing may be declining at one of northeast Indiana’s most popular fishing spots, DNR biologists will study the fish and fishing activity this year at Lake Webster in Kosciusko County. Best known for its muskie fishing, the 774 acre lake draws anglers from throughout the Midwest and supports several guide businesses. Guides …read more.

According to a projected timeline, a new Syracuse Elementary School will open by the fall of 2017. When that occurs, it will leave a nearly 100,000 square-foot facility empty of students. During a public meeting held late Monday afternoon in the lecture room of Wawasee High School, suggestions were offered on how the current Syracuse …read more.

Egg Inovations Inc., a Warsaw based company, is going to move forward with plans for a large expansion that is expected to cost roughly $3.4 million. The project will see the company’s feed mill operations expand. The expansion is expected to create new jobs. Cromwell Town Council recently agreed to grant a five-year tax abatement to …read more.

It’s a production about doubt and it’s on Amish Acres second stage in the Lock Meeting House weekends through April 12. “Doubt” is a play, set in 1964 in the Bronx, N.Y. It is about a Catholic school principal who has her doubts about Father Flynn’s intentions and convinces a young nun to doubt, too. …read more.

By MADISSON HEINL Communications Specialist, Center For Lakes & Streams The annual Northern Indiana Lakes Festival is this June 5-20. This year’s lakes festival will be a two-week event with educational workshops and recreational activities scheduled around Kosciusko county. The Lakes Festival is an annual celebration of our local lakes and waterways. The most popular …read more.

The Nappanee Area Chamber of Commerce will host a forum for new candidates running for available positions. The event will serve as an opportunity for members of the Nappanee to meet candidates running for a position for the first time. The forum will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 16, at Dal-Mar Banquet Hall, 159 …read more.

A woman found guilty in February of feticide and neglect of a dependent by a jury in St. Joseph County, was sentenced today. Purvi Patel, 33, Granger,  was sentenced to 30 years for the neglect of a dependent, with 10 years suspended. She was also sentenced to six-years on the feticide charge, which will run …read more.

By KIM EASTON Communications Manager, Indiana Historical Society As the 25th anniversary of Ryan White’s death approaches, the Indiana Historical Society will honor his legacy with the release of a new IHS Press book, “The Quiet Hero: A Life of Ryan White” and a book launch event featuring his mother, Jeanne White-Ginder, and good friend …read more.

The Warsaw Community Public Library had a great turnout Saturday, March 28, for Indiana-native Karen Land’s presentation on her adventures racing the Alaskan Iditarod. Land, who grew up near Indianapolis, has completed the nearly 1,100 mile Iditarod Trail sled dog race a total of three times. The trail stretches through some of the most difficult …read more.

Twenty-seven Warsaw Community High School students are preparing to embark on the trip of a lifetime. French students in Anne Slaughter and Christopher Hindsley’s classes will set out for Noirt, France on April 1 to visit students at Lycée Saint-André, a high school with a long-standing history with WCHS. According to Slaughter, the relationship between …read more.

By MELISSA CHAPMAN Cataloging Supervisor, Warsaw Community Public Library I was pleasantly surprised that this year’s Big Read novel is “Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury. It is one of my favorites. Bradbury’s terrifying vision of a future is a brilliant allegory that remains intelligent and pertinent even today. Last week the movie that was released …read more.

By KELLY L. HECKAMAN Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Kosciusko County Do you have the best chili recipe around? If you do, then you need to enter it in the third annual chili cook-off contest. The cook-off is a part of the “A Taste of Agriculture in Kosciusko County: A Family Affair,” being held from 5 …read more.

Emergency personal are currently responding to an accident located on SR 15 and Monoquet Road, Warsaw.

By DARLA McCAMMON Lakeland Art Association Are you familiar with the Mason Fruit Jar or the old Ball Canning Jar? I was intrigued to find how both these products had an impact on our art world. In 1880, two very entrepreneurial brothers, Frank and Edmund Ball borrowed $200 from their uncle to purchase the Wooden …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department are investigating several fires of incendiary means at RR Donnelley, 2801 W. Old Road 30, Warsaw. The first fire was reported at 6:04 p.m. Thursday, March 26, when fire crews were called after a working fire was found in one of the restrooms. The fire was contained to that area and …read more.

The Honeywell Center Clark Gallery will begin accepting entries for the annual Themed Art Competition on Monday, April 20 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Legacy Hall. The exhibit will be on display beginning April 22 through May 19. Sponsorship for the Themed Art Competition is provided by Duke Energy. This annual competition features …read more.

Zimmer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZMH) announced today that the European Commission has conditionally cleared Zimmer’s proposed acquisition of Biomet, Inc. The EC’s clearance is conditioned upon Zimmer entering into agreements with a suitable buyer to divest certain assets comprising the remedy package previously submitted to the EC. Zimmer expects to enter into such …read more.

By ANDREA NEAL Once runaway slaves made it to the home of Levi and Catharine Coffin in eastern Indiana, they were safe. Truly safe. To the best of Levi Coffin’s knowledge, every slave who passed through his Underground Railroad station made his/her way to freedom. The Coffins lived in a mostly Quaker community called Newport, …read more.

[weaver_youtube 4jWihA1ZNls rel=0] Kooper Jacbos counts his eggs after the 2-year old and under egg hunt. Saturday afternoon hundreds of brightly colored eggs littered the ground and playground equipment of Winona Lake’s park. Children, ages 10 and under, filled the park to hunt for eggs. Special prize baskets were awarded as well as chocolate easter …read more.

Following the annual Easter egg hunt held Saturday morning at the Syracuse Community Center, the Syracuse-Wawasee Trails Committee held their own welcoming of Spring rite with a ribbon cutting ceremony for the loop trail around Syracuse Lake. The event coincided with the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy’s designated “Opening Day for Trails.” According to Megan McClellan, executive director …read more.

Although the temperature was unseasonably cold, the annual Easter egg hunt at the Syracuse Community Center kicked off at 10:30 a.m. Saturday as planned. The gathered children were separated into three age groups: 0-3, 4-6 and 7-10 years old, prior to being turned loose into their designated search areas. The event, sponsored by the Syracuse …read more.

By ANDREA NEAL Today his poems are written off as the sentimental musings of a time gone by. During his life, James Whitcomb Riley ranked with Longfellow and Twain as a best-selling author, and his works were required reading in virtually every school. Many historians consider Riley our most famous Hoosier, not only for the …read more.

[weaver_youtube Vdt3NwlrE0Q rel=8]   Milford Fire Department is responding to a house fire near the Lakeland Rehabilitation Center, Milford. The fire was reported at approximately 1:15 p.m. at 503 W. Fourth St., Milford. The initial report was called in by a neighbor or passing motorist. Milford Police Detective Travis Marsh was the first on scene …read more.

Zimmer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZMH) is celebrating a key milestone in 2015 for its NexGen® Complete Knee System. 2015 is the 20th year since Zimmer first introduced the NexGen knee system, with its innovative design and component quality, to the market. To date, more than five million implantations of the NexGen knee have …read more.

On Friday night, students and teachers at Wawasee High School gathered for an evening of fun and purpose as they kicked off the third annual Wawasee PowWow. Filled with games, food, activities and Warrior camaraderie, a portion of the money went to benefit an anonymous WHS student in need. Additionally, several clubs and organizations at …read more.

Indiana Conservation Officer Matthew Maher arrested Christopher P. Carroll, 20, of South Whitley and Shanelle D. Byrer, 21, of Warsaw, on March 23, for possessing methamphetamine as well as precursors to produce methamphetamine. Officer Maher was patrolling along the Tippecanoe River checking fisherman when he observed a vehicle disregard a stop sign at a high …read more.

By ANDREA NEAL If he could see it now, Father Edward Sorin would surely marvel at what has become of Notre Dame du Lac, Our Lady of the Lake, the Catholic university he founded in 1842. These days it’s called simply Notre Dame, of course, but for Sorin the lake that inspired the name was …read more.

The cause of the fire Sunday, March 22, at On The Grow, 809 E. Winona Ave., Warsaw, is being investigated by Warsaw-Wayne Township Fire Territory and Warsaw Police Department. But that is not stopping owner Harold Schapson from re-opening. Schapson stated while the exact time frame is known, he is planning on re-opening the business …read more.

Emergency personal were called to respond to an accident located at Crystal Lake Road and CR 400W, Warsaw, at 1:45 p.m. on Friday. According to an accident report filed by Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, Melanie S. Bennett, 17, N. CR 650W, Warsaw, and Bruce J. Treiber, 57, S. CR 900W, Mentone, were involved in the crash …read more.

Gov. Mike Pence signed the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, and some people aren’t too happy about it. (see Pence Signs SEA 101 In Private Ceremony) The bill stirred up some controversy as it made it’s way through Indiana’s legislature due to speculation that the bill would legalize discrimination, especially against the LGBT community. “I signed …read more.

The Kosciusko County Democratic Party announces Warsaw Community School Superintendent, Dr. David Hoffert, will speak at the monthly party meeting at 6 p.m. Monday, April 6. Meetings are held at Richard’s Restaurant, Warsaw, in the meeting room area. The public is welcome to attend and hear Hoffert discuss the school corporation’s proposals for the construction …read more.

Article by MEGAN STONE, DEBBIE JENSEN AND MICHELLE YEAGER Volunteer Coordinators of Friends of Warsaw Community Schools The great reputation of WCS has attracted many families to our community and therefore keeps our property values high. Our school corporation also attracts and retains the best educators who are committed to inspiring and equipping the youth of …read more.

Eric Holcomb, a former advisor to Governor Mitch Daniels and U.S. Senator Dan Coats, former Indiana Republican Party chairman and United States Navy veteran, announced today his candidacy for the United States Senate in 2016. Holcomb, who until recently served as Senator Coats’ state chief of staff, was joined during the announcement by his wife, …read more.

The Third House Session, hosted by the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce, focused on various topics this morning including the state’s budget, common wage law, education and ethics reform. The meeting was held in Center Lake Pavilion, Warsaw. Senator Ryan Mishler and Representative Curt Nisly were the only two area legislators able to attend and fielded …read more.

[weaver_youtube 6XJLHTv0fqk rel=0]   State Senator Ryan Mishler and Representative Curt Nisly addressed current session actions and bills still in session at this morning’s Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce Third House Session. The recent signing of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act was briefly noted by both legislators and pointed questions by David Kolbe and Brian Smith. …read more.

Police have arrested two more individuals from the recent drug blitz this week in Kosciusko County, according to First Sgt. Chad Hill, public information officer with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Drug Task Force units, along with Warsaw Police Narcotic officers, served drug warrants this morning on two additional individuals. Officers took …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] Warsaw Sunday, March 29 – First Christian Church’s Easter egg hunt will be at …read more.

Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory responded to a working fire in a restroom at RR Donnelley, 2801 W. Old Road 30, Warsaw, at 6:04 p.m. Thursday. The fire was contained to the restroom and extinguished. Fire units were on the scene for approximately three hours. Assisting departments were Winona Lake Fire, Multi-Township EMS, Claypool and Pierceton fire …read more.

[weaver_youtube S8Dy1kySAKM rel=0] He has been all over the world, and even out of it, but Indiana is Kevin Ford’s home. The retired U.S. Air Force colonel and NASA astronaut from Montpelier spoke for over an hour Thursday night to the crowd that had gathered at the Warsaw Community High School Performing Arts Center. Warsaw Community …read more.

Yesterday NCAA and Turner Live Events announced additions to the impressive music lineup at the 2015 NCAA® March Madness® Music Festival™ in conjunction with the 2015 NCAA Men’s Final Four®. The free, three-day music festival will be held at White River State Park in Indianapolis, IN and is produced by Turner Live Events. [weaver_youtube 4ht80uzIhNs …read more.

The Honeywell Center and Eagles Theatre are springing into action with the annual Spring Break Bash! All of the excitement will take place Tuesday, April 7 through Thursday, April 9. Take advantage of the free event full of fun activities for all students to engage in over spring break. The Spring Break Bash is sponsored …read more.

Zimmer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZMH) is highlighting its Vivacit-E® Advanced Bearing Technology with Vitamin E by celebrating a significant testing milestone. A paper published earlier this month reported that, at 96 million cycles of in vitro wear testing, Vivacit-E Advanced Bearing Technology featuring Vitamin E grafted highly crosslinked polyethylene hip acetabular liners from …read more.

Pictured from left: Monica Boyer, Gov. Mike Pence, Dr. Bill Katip, Grace College, and Dr. Gregg Chenoweth, Bethel College. (Photo Provided) By TERRY WHITE Grace College Rivals on the basketball court but partners when fighting for a common cause, the presidents of Grace College, Winona Lake and Bethel College in Mishawaka were among those attending …read more.

  Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory was called at 10:12 p.m. Thursday to Mason Health Care, 900 Provident Drive, Warsaw, where they found a working fire in the laundry room. Fire crews extinguished the fire and used fans to remove smoke from hallways and rooms. Fire crews were on the scene until 4:25 a.m. today (Friday, March …read more.

Gov. Mike Pence today issued the following statement after signing the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (SEA 101) in a private ceremony. “Today I signed the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, because I support the freedom of religion for every Hoosier of every faith. “The Constitution of the United States and the Indiana Constitution both provide strong …read more.

By LINDSAY JANCEK Communications Director, Congresswoman Jackie Walorski Rep. Jackie Walorski has voted for legislation that would permanently repeal the current formula that pays doctors who treat Medicare patients which has long been broken, and replaces it with a formula that returns stability to Medicare physician payments. The bill, H.R. 2, will resolve a long-running …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communications Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Think outside the canvas when you step into this year’s annual Spring into Art art fair at Coppes Commons. Sponsored by the friends of the Nappanee public library, this full immersion art experience has been bringing established artist and emerging talent to Nappanee since 1996. Over 40 …read more.

Class Act Dance Troupe, Inc. recently competed with 13 pieces at the Cathy Roe’s Ultimate Dance competition in Indianapolis. The troupe received multiple awards including high overall scores for 12 different pieces.

Kosciusko The following individuals were arrested and booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: March 26 Alec James Charles Maxwell, 22, 636 Walter Way, Warsaw, arrested for dealing methamphetamine, enhanced, less than one gram. Bond: $7,500 surety. Ashley Renee Shepherd, 25, 4027 E. 450N, Leesburg, arrested for dealing a schedule V controlled substance, 10-28 grams, and …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. Warsaw Warsaw Performing Arts Center NASA Astronaut Colonel Kevin A. Ford – 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 26 Alexander And The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day – 7 …read more.

By DANI BARKEY Chief Accountability Officer, Warsaw Community Schools NASA Astronaut and retired U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin A. Ford will present a talk entitled “Follow Your Dreams” at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 26, at the Warsaw Community High School Performing Arts Center. Colonel Ford is a native of Indiana and a graduate of the …read more.

Kent Abernathy, commissioner of the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles, announced that all BMV license branches will be closed Friday, April 3, in observance of the Good Friday holiday. All branches resume their regularly scheduled business hours on Saturday, April 4.

Today, Brandon Woody’s attorney, Scott Lennox, filed a motion for a change of venue for Woody’s trial regarding the Feb. 19 murder of Tara Thornburg and Joshua Knisley with the Kosciusko County Court. In the court documents, Lennox cites the following reasons for the request: Public hostility against Woody Public outrage over the offense Prejudicial …read more.

By MICHELLE CABRERA Cub Scouts Pack 3736 Warsaw Cub Scout Pack 3736 will be holding a spaghetti dinner benefit from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. Saturday, March 28, at the Trinity United Methodist Church, located at 832 E. Center Street, Warsaw. Cost is $7 per adult and $4 for children ages five to 13. Children …read more.

Tickets are now available for the 3rd Annual RV Industry Power Breakfast on May 14 at the Northern Indiana Event Center and RV/MH Hall of Fame in Elkhart, Ind. The event will bring together key elements of the RV industry and provide a fast-paced series of briefings from industry spokesmen and state and federal lawmakers. …read more.

Great Scott! It’s almost the end of March, and you know what that means: another First Friday celebration is nearly upon us. That’s heavy. The theme for the April First Friday event is Back To The Future. Organizers have set up a few activities to give patrons a blast from the past. Starting at 6:30 …read more.

On Wednesday afternoon, March 25, Warsaw Police narcotics and patrol officers along with the Kosciusko County Drug Task Force served multiple drug warrants in and around Warsaw. In all, police served warrants on nine individuals for various drug related offenses. The following suspects were transported and booked into the Kosciusko County Jail on the charges …read more.

Emergency personnel are currently responding to an accident located at 2724 East Old Road 30 where a vehicle collided into a tree. According to officials, one male driver was traveling eastbound on Old Road 30 when he reportedly fell asleep. The driver went off the north side of the road where he struck a mailbox …read more.

The Department of Veterans Affairs is updating the way it determines eligibility for VA health care, a change that will result in more veterans having access to the health care benefits they’ve earned and deserve. Effective 2015, VA eliminated the use of net worth as a determining factor for both health care programs and copayment …read more.

Share favorite scenes of life in North Webster with the North Webster Community Center’s open-to-all amateur photography contest. NWCC’s goal is to assemble a collection of images to illustrate life in North Webster throughout the year. To participate, submit your photos in accordance with the guidelines. Submissions will be judged by local professionals and displayed …read more.

By employing a customized, more holistic approach to total knee replacement, a new outpatient program from Zimmer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZMH) is finding success in addressing emerging challenges faced by hospitals, physicians and patients considering the procedure. The new Z23™ Outpatient Knee Program uses a simplified surgical approach, a personalized care plan and …read more.

By MAYOR JOE THALLEMER City of Warsaw An investigation by local and state fire investigators into the Feb. 6 fire at Warsaw Chemical, has been completed. Inspectors have determined that the fire, which originated in the center of the structure, was accidental. (Related: Fire At Warsaw Chemical, Warsaw Police Issues Statement On Warsaw Chemical Fire, …read more.

Authorities are currently responding to a transformer fire at Westhaven Estates, 3762 W. Old Road 30, Warsaw. The fire is under control but there are still visible sparks and smoke coming from the transformer.

Warsaw Fire Department is responding to a fire at 672 Buck Trail, Warsaw. Initial reports were that flames are coming from the stove/oven. The flames have since been put out and the fire is now under control.  

UPDATE: Andrea Fast, marketing specialist with Frontier Central Region, reports phone service was disrupted at approximately 9 a.m. this morning when an excavator hit a fiver line feeding Atwood, Millwood, Bourbon, Mentone and Yellow Creek. According to Fast, the excavation company did not call “Call Before You Dig” to have the underground lines marked. Reportedly …read more.

Wanda Mae Schlemmer, 39, South Bend, has been arrested and incarcerated at the Elkhart County Correctional Facility. She has been preliminarily charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated causing serious bodily injury, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of a controlled substance. The accident occurred at 11:59 a.m. Tuesday, March 24, at …read more.

Did you attend an area event such as the Fur Ball, Winona Lake Fall Festival, the Daddy-Daughter Dance? You could have been caught on camera enjoying the festivities? Take a look at Area Photos posted on InkFreeNews.com. The number of photos appearing in Area Photos, which debuted on InkFreeNews.com in early March, is continuing to grow. …read more.

Michael G. Fincher On Monday, Michael G. Fincher, 35, 6502 East CR 700N, Rochester, pleaded guilty to one count of theft, a class D felony. Fincher’s charges stem from an arrest in 2013 for misuse of Mentone Youth League funds. According to a press release from Mentone Police Department, in September of 2013 members of …read more.

Cinderella will find her Prince Charming at Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts this holiday season. The Rodgers and Hammerstein musical has been chosen as the Christmas show and will be performed on weekends between Dec. 4 through the 20. Audience members can relive their childhood with this family-friendly, Tony Award-winning musical. Rodgers and Hammerstein’s …read more.

South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg announced Monday that celebrated pianist and singer-songwriter Ben Folds will perform with the South Bend Symphony Orchestra and Maestro Tsung Yeh as part of the SB150 Birthday Weekend. Folds, who was the lead singer of the alternative rock trio Ben Folds Five, will headline the May 23 concert to be …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.

Syracuse-Wawasee Parks Foundation board convened Tuesday evening for a brief meeting to hear reports on parks projects. Dr. Tom Edington announced a trails project community meeting. The agenda will include a presentation of future trail development, followed by a question and answer session for homeowners with concerns regarding the Harkless trail. Representatives from the trails …read more.

Wawasee High School hosted the Northern Lakes Conference Academic Super Bowl competition Tuesday evening in the main spectator gym. NorthWood was the overall team winner with four first place finishes in social studies, English, science and interdisciplinary. Wawasee placed fourth overall with second place finishes in social studies and interdisciplinary, a third place finish in …read more.

A two-month-old infant was flown to Riley’s Children’s Hospital following a two-vehicle accident at 11:59 a.m. Tuesday, March 24, on US 6 at Elm Street, Nappanee. Marijuana and drug paraphernalia was found in the vehicle which caused the crash. Cora Rouch, Nappanee, sustained a head injury and was unconscious following the accident. She was initially …read more.

Zimmer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZMH) (“Zimmer”) announced today that the Japan Fair Trade Commission has granted clearance of Zimmer’s proposed acquisition of Biomet, Inc. (“Biomet”), thereby satisfying one of the conditions necessary for the consummation of the transaction. The transaction remains subject to the expiration or termination of the applicable waiting periods under …read more.

UPDATE: According to a report from the Warsaw Police Department, at approximately 8:38 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, Jordan R. Snoke, 23, 1829 Crescent Drive, Warsaw, was traveling eastbound on Lake City Highway at a high rate of speed.

Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne sent out a campus-wide alert of a dangerous situation this afternoon. According to university police, a student reported seeing a man with a handgun at approximately 12:30 p.m. in parking lot 11off W. Campus Drive near the science building. Officers stated the man did not point the gun at …read more.

By STARLEE COLEMAN The Goldwater Institute Gov. Mike Pence signed into law a bill to give terminally ill patients access to medicines that have passed phase one of the FDA approval process but are not yet on pharmacy shelves. The bill passed both the state House and Senate with unanimous, bipartisan votes. HB 1065, The …read more.

Senator Dan Coats (R-Ind.) today announced that he will not seek re-election in 2016: “Today I am announcing that I will not seek re-election to the United States Senate. This was not an easy decision. While I believe I am well-positioned to run a successful campaign for another six-year term, I have concluded that the …read more.

Akron Elementary Kindergarten registration at Akron Elementary School – Akron Elementary school will hold kindergarten registration for the 2015-2016 school year at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, 2015, in the cafeteria. Students attending kindergarten during the 2015-2016 school year must be 5 years old on or before Aug. 1. A birth certificate, shot records and …read more.

By LORI MILLER Public Relations Director, Mentone EMS The Four Way Ambulance Emergency Services, Inc. began in November of 1975 with citizens of Mentone, Burket and Talma, and townships of Harison, Franklin, Seward and Newcastle. From this group a thirteen member Board of Directors was formed to govern the ambulance service. Those original members were …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 Saturday, April 18 at Rodeheaver Auditorium with a concert entitled “The Master and His Pupil.” This concert will feature the winner of this year’s Young Artist’s Competition and …read more.

At its March 24 meeting, the Kosciusko County Commissioners heard a number of Area Plan Commission items, namely a vacation of a public right of way in the Indian Hill neighborhood near Syracuse Lake in Syracuse. A related matter came before the commission in May of 2011. At the time, the commission opted for a …read more.

By LAURA BETH CLYMER Press Secretary, Indiana Senate Republicans The Indiana Senate will recognize Hoosier members of the First Special Service Force of World War II with Senate Concurrent Resolution 30 on Tuesday, March 31. Surviving members and their families and any relatives of deceased members are invited to the Statehouse to be honored. The …read more.

A proposed group home and boarding home in a residential district is not welcomed by 35 residents who signed a petition and at least seven residents who voiced objection at Monday evening’s Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals meeting. Listening to the residents, the board denied the request. John Kidd, a member of the board of directors …read more.

UPDATE: The Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band show originally scheduled for Sunday, March 22 at Bankers Life Fieldhouse has been rescheduled for Monday, March 30. All tickets for the concert originally scheduled for Sunday, March 22 will be honored at the new date, Monday, March 30. The tour was temporarily interrupted yesterday due …read more.