FORT WAYNE — At 4 p.m. on Jan. 15, the words and music of the Civil Rights Movement take center stage. Heartland Sings commemorates the life and legacy of social activist and humanitarian, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This dramatic, musical tribute, We Are The Dream, combines the powerful words of Dr. Martin Luther King …read more.

MILFORD — The following events will take place at the Milford Public Library: ADULT READING PROGRAM BEGINS “Build a Better World” this January with our winter adult reading program. Register starting Jan. 3. For each audiobook listened to or book read, participants can enter their name into a weekly drawing for a prize. Even materials …read more.

NEW CASTLE — Warsaw’s Kyle Mangas eclipsed 1,000 career points Friday night in the consolation game against Lawrence North, a 64-47 win for the Wildcats.

Stephen Thurlow Conrad II, age 32, of Syracuse, IN passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 25, 2016. Arrangements are currently pending with Mishler Funeral Home & Cremation Center in Milford. Online condolences may be shared with the family online.

Kimberly Ruth Conrad, age 61, of Syracuse, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Dec. 25, 2016. Arrangements are currently pending with Mishler Funeral Home & Cremation Center in Milford. Online condolences may be shared with the family online.

BOURBON — The Triton School Corporation will be holding state of the school meetings at 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 23, and Tuesday, Jan. 24, at 1 p.m. The meetings will be held at the Triton Jr.-Sr. High School auditorium. This is a follow-up to the meeting Triton held three years ago. The intent is to keep …read more.

Warsaw Community Career Center How to Succeed at a Job Fair: 11 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, Jan. 10 The Career Center will be hosting a workshop designed to assist people with how to navigate and get the most out of a job fair event. The Workshop will cater to client’s questions and will present them with tools …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY  — A Cromwell man was recently pulled over for speeding when officers discovered drugs in the vehicle. While being booked, employees discovered more drugs the man had attempted to traffic into the jail. Mark Anthony Rocha, 32, 9721 East Pixie Parkway, Cromwell, was booked for trafficking with an inmate, a class A misdemeanor; possession …read more.

The Octagon Club recently donated $500 to Baker Youth Club. The Octagon Club is a high school program under the supervision of the Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club. Through various fundraising activities during the year, the Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club raises nearly $30,000 to donate to youth oriented activities. Join the Club as a guest on any Wednesday …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — As we head into the New Year and weekend celebrations, the National Weather Service is predicting a clear and relatively warm weekend. Highs Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 will be around 40. There is a slight chance of snow showers Saturday, with a 20 percent chance after 2 p.m. Expect some heavy winds with …read more.

INDIANA — Have you made some New Year’s resolutions as we enter 2017?  Among the most popular are those focused on personal finances. The problem is that so many of us embark with the greatest of intentions, but too many of us find they are too hard to keep. However, if you work hard to …read more.

PIERCETON — Council members met for an annual year end meeting for the Town of Pierceton last night, Dec. 29. The meeting was routine as members signed annual contracts, passed resolutions and approved budget transfers to end the year with a clean slate. 2017 contracts were approved for the Washington Township Fire Department and Pierceton …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY —Have you made a New Year’s resolutions to eat less and be healthier? Well, let’s help our waterfowl do so too! Clear Choices Clean Water just launched its newest public action campaign to help prevent bacteria and algae in our waters – Don’t Feed Waterfowl, Their Poo is Fowl Too! You might not think feeding the …read more.

SYRACUSE — More than 100 came out on a snowy and icy evening to share with others stories not only of Jeff Rostochak, Kim and Stephen Conrad, but also Dana Arthur, all prominent residents in the Wawasee area who touched many lives in many areas including as teachers, coaches and athletes.

WARSAW — When dealing with life’s daily demands, people need a place to go where they can feel supported and receive help in trying times. A place where adults can find life balance, children can reach their full potential, seniors can be active and find camaraderie and families can connect and strengthen relationships. By becoming …read more.

MILFORD — Chore-Time, a leading worldwide supplier of poultry and egg production equipment, today announced that Jeff Miller has been named vice president and general manager of CTB’s Chore-Time Group division, according to Doug Niemeyer, president and chief operating officer for CTB. Miller will be responsible for leading and providing strategic direction for the global Chore-Time …read more.

WARSAW — A man is being charged with the theft of a firearm from a vehicle and possession of methamphetamine in two separate incidents. Johnathon Michael Julian Stump, 21, 103 W. Pearl St., Syracuse, was arrested Dec. 25 on charges stemming from the November theft of a firearm, a level 6 felony, and unauthorized entry …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting with Nurses Etc. Staffing, located at 523 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw. Nurses Etc is a medical staffing agency built to meet the ever-changing staffing demands of healthcare. Whether a facility is seeking staffing support for Certified Nurse’s Aides, Qualified Medication Aides, Licensed Practical Nurses or …read more.

WARSAW — A Cromwell man has been sentenced for sexual misconduct with a minor after sending a friend request on Facebook and pursuing sexual relations. Johnny Lee Leer, 27, 11139 N. Humpty Dumpty Drive, Cromwell, pleaded guilty to sexual misconduct with a minor, a level 4 felony. On June 16 an officer with the Kosciusko …read more.

INDIANA — Isolated snowstorms combined with persistent and gusty winds are set to hit much of Indiana this evening and on Friday, Dec. 30. The Indiana Department of Transportation and National Weather Service advise that these sudden, intense snow squalls could quickly reduce visibility and create hazardous travel conditions. Snow squalls greatly increase the chances …read more.

  PIERCETON — Jas. Townsend & Son Inc. has been in business for over forty years. Located on North First Street in Pierceton, they offer authentic reproduction clothing and products related to the Colonial, American Revolutionary and War of 1812 periods, specifically in the time frame of 1750 to 1840. Townsend & Son is a …read more.

SILVER LAKE — At approximately 9:50 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 28, emergency personnel from Silver Lake Police Department, Lake Township Fire & Rescue, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department and Silver Lake Fire Department responded to a report of a vehicle rollover with entrapment on SR 14 in Silver Lake. The vehicle had gone down an embankment. According …read more.

WARSAW — A Kosciusko County church rich in heritage is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. First United Methodist Church of Warsaw is still going strong at 425 members to this day. The church traces its beginnings back to 1838, when Rev. Richard D. Hargrave, a circuit rider, preached the first Methodist sermon in Warsaw. …read more.

  MENTONE — The Bell Aircraft Museum, 210 S. Oak St., Mentone, will be having BINGO on the third Thursday of each month starting Jan. 19. Doors open at 5 p.m, early birds at 5:30 p.m. and regular BINGO starts at 6 p.m. The cost is $15 for 12 regular games, two early bird games …read more.

Warsaw One Ten Craft Meatery, 110 N. Buffalo St., Warsaw, is hosting a “Great Gatsby” themed NYE party starting at 8 p.m. Dec. 31. Guests are encouraged to dress in their favorite 1920s themed costumes. Admission gets you in the door, an appetizer buffet provided by One Ten Craft Meatery and a champagne toast at midnight. This event is …read more.

WARSAW — At approximately 10:35 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 28, emergency personnel responded to a report of a vehicle striking a pole on CR 200N in Warsaw. The driver swerved to avoid hitting a deer and struck the pole. A portion of CR 200N has been closed off since last night as NIPSCO employees work to …read more.

NAPPANEE — Jaci Anders, FNP will be serving the community’s healthcare needs at Northwood Family Medicine. Jaci received her master’s in nursing (Family Nurse Practitioner) from Saint Francis in Fort Wayne. Anders completed clinical practicums in geriatrics, pediatrics and women’s health as well as a residency clinical practicum. Anders, who is certified by the American …read more.

SILVER LAKE — At approximately 9:50 p.m. this evening, Wednesday, Dec. 28, emergency personnel from Silver Lake Police Department, Lake Township Fire & Rescue and Silver Lake Fire Department responded to a report of a vehicle rollover with entrapment on SR 14 in Silver Lake. The vehicle had gone down an embankment. One person was …read more.

WARSAW — Shortly after 8 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 28, Warsaw Fire and Lutheran EMS were dispatched to a vehicle rollover at 108 E. Winona Avenue, Warsaw, near Teachers Credit Union. According to the accident report, Corbin J. Holtsberry, 22, Oak Boulevard, Bremen, was driving a red Ford Explorer southbound on South Indiana Street. Holtsberry was stopped …read more.

  WARSAW — At approximately 4:50 p.m., today, Dec. 28, Warsaw Police Department, Lutheran EMS and Warsaw-Wayne Fire Department were dispatched to a car, pedestrian accident at the intersection of Indiana and Center Streets, Warsaw. A female victim is believed to have been transported for minor injuries. No further information is available at this time.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Kosciusko County Health Department completed the December Inspections. The following restaurants received violations: Burger King, 2920 Frontage Road, Warsaw, received one non-critical violation. Wawasee High School, 1 Warrior Path Building #1, received one non-critical violation. Richard’s Restaurant, 3605 S. Commerce Drive, Warsaw, received two critical violations: food contact surfaces and cross-contamination. …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER —  Family Practice physician Michael H.I. Borger, DO will be serving the community’s family healthcare needs at North Webster Family Medicine.   He will be serving on Wednesdays beginning Jan. 11 at North Webster Medical Clinic, 614 North Main Street, North Webster. Jaci Anders, FNP is available every day except Wednesday at North Webster …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Board Meetings will be moving from the Firemen’s Building to the Pete Thorn Youth Center, 800 N. Park Avenue, Warsaw, beginning in January. These meetings are open to the public and take place at 5:15 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month.

WARSAW — David C. Kolbe announces that he will be offering a presentation on the rise and fall of fascism in early to mid 20th century Europe. The program will take place at the Warsaw Community Public Library beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Jan. 10, 2017. There is no charge and it is open to …read more.

SYRACUSE — Remembrances from hundreds of people whose lives were touched by Kim Conrad and her son, Stephen, are being shared in conversations and most visibly on social media. Support for the survivors: husband and father, Steve; and sons and brothers: Michael and Jeffery are also pouring out from the community. Kim touched lives in …read more.

SILVER LAKE — Silver Lake Council met Dec. 27 for their year end meeting. The dominating topic of discussion was the overspending of $7,000 from the motor vehicle highway budget. It was concluded that the overspending was from payroll for overtime hours and paving done by the Street Department. The council’s conversation took a turn …read more.

WARSAW — Do you struggle finding that inspiration, direction and motivation to help you become a better you? Kosciusko Community Hospital’s Health and Wellness Center brings you Enhance YOUniversity. This 6-week crash course will provide: weekly weigh-ins and goal setting, pre and post biometric measurements, one health coaching session with a Registered Dietitian, Body Boot Camp …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Wawasee community has been stunned by the deaths of three community members: Jeff Rostochak, from natural causes, Dec. 21, and the Christmas Day deaths of Kim Conrad and her son Stephen, due to injuries in a vehicle accident. A community gathering to help with healing is planned for 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. …read more.

WARSAW — Although Jim Hocking considers Warsaw home, you’d be hard pressed to find him there watching the grass grow. Hocking and his wife, Faye, bought their home 20 years ago. Although each of their four children attended Warsaw Community High School at some point in time, most of their childhoods were spent in central Africa. …read more.

WARSAW — Shortly after 8 a.m. Warsaw Fire and Lutheran EMS were dispatched to a vehicle rollover at 108 E. Winona Avenue, Warsaw, near Teachers Credit Union. Two vehicles were involved; no injuries were being reported. No other information is known at this time.

SYRACUSE – The Wawasee community was hit hard with the sudden passing of four of its own this past week.

WINONA LAKE — The Town of Winona Lake offices will be closed Friday, Dec. 30 and Monday, Jan. 2 in observance of New Year’s.

CLAYPOOL — Seven individuals were injured in a head-on collision Friday, Dec. 23, in front of 4782 SR 15, Claypool. The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, Warsaw Police, Warsaw Fire, Claypool Fire and Lutheran EMS were dispatched to the accident. Christopher A. Hoxie, 31, East Sycamore Street, Silver Lake, was northbound on SR 15 driving the …read more.

  LEESBURG — Leesburg Town Council meetings are held the second Monday of every month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings are now being held in the meeting room at the Plain Township Fire Department, which is located at 34 East Armstrong Road, Leesburg. Please contact Michael Searfoss, clerk-treasurer, at (574) 453-3315 with any questions.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community schools will be implementing a new visitor sign-in system in the new year. Chief Academic Officer David Robertson announced during a Warsaw Community School board meeting in October that all Warsaw area schools will begin implementing an automated check-in system, Raptor, in the new year. Parents were informed that beginning the week of …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Kosciusko County Treasurer Elect Rhonda Helser and Kosciusko County Council at large elects, Joni Truex and Sue Ann Mitchell attended the Association of Indiana Counties Newly Elected Officials Seminar. The two day event was held Dec. 14-15 at the Sheraton Indianapolis Hotel at Keystone Crossing. More than 200 county elected officials from all …read more.

WARSAW — Via Credit Union and United Credit Union have announced the intent to merge, effective Feb. 1, 2017. In August, the Board of Directors of both credit unions approved the merger and United CU’s membership approved in September.  More recently, the final approval from both state and federal regulators occurred. As part of the …read more.

LEESBURG — A Leesburg man was arrested for domestic battery after getting into a verbal and physical argument with a female. Randy Wayne Avery, 37, 4904 E. Armstrong Road, Leesburg, is being charged with domestic battery with a child under 16 present, a level 6 felony and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. On Dec. …read more.

FORT WAYNE —  The Transcatheter Aortic Valve Clinic and Structural Heart Disease Program teams, located within the Parkview Heart Institute, have given more than 100 individuals a new lease on life with the implant of an artificial heart valve. On Nov. 14, Roland Swan from Fremont became the 100th patient to receive an artificial heart …read more.

*WARNING: The following article contains information that may not be suitable for all readers*   WARSAW — A Warsaw man arrested in October on charges of sexually assaulting a minor and child molesting, was arrested again after officials found hundreds of pornographic photos and numerous videos of children on his phones. Nicholas Reed Colquitt, 18, …read more.

Jeff Burbrink Extension Educator A common question I get when the temperatures dip below zero is “Will the extreme cold affect agriculture in any way?”   Everyone’s first hope, it seems, is that insect numbers may be down as a result of some sub-zero temperatures.   As it turns out, insects are rugged little creatures. Insects …read more.

By DARLA MCCAMMON Lakeland Art Association Artists have long illustrated paintings representing the passage of the old year to the New Year as it is celebrated on Jan. 1.  A great variety of artists and illustrators have left their interpretation of this event.  The drawings vary from almost macabre works showing the grim reaper in …read more.

WARSAW — Sarah Hill, laser technician at the Vein Institute & Medical Spa in Warsaw, recently attended a two-day expert clinical Cutera laser forum in Chicago. This educational program provides new insights and technique enhancements for practitioners by the leading experts in the field.  “I enjoy learning at forums such as these,” Hill said. “They help …read more.

Dan Gray Director Kosciusko County Tobacco Free Coalition KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — As the New Year begins, decide to make 2017 the year that you quit smoking or chewing tobacco.  Resources are available to help you quit for good this year. Quitting is among the most common New Year’s resolutions. The New Year is a symbol …read more.

WARSAW —  Cardinal Services was chosen as the Kosciusko Chamber of member of the month. The mission of Cardinal Services is to assist and advocate for people with disabilities or challenges to live lives full of dignity, growth and opportunity. Cardinal serves people with disabilities, families with young children who have a variety of developmental …read more.

By 1st Sgt. Chad Hill, Public Information Office SYRACUSE —Kosciusko County officials are currently investigating a Christmas day head-on crash in Syracuse that has injured three people, and claimed the lives of two. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Deputies, along with Syracuse police, fire and E.M.S., responded Sunday evening at approximately 6:13 p.m. to the intersection …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The town of Winona Lake will pick up Christmas trees beginning Tuesday, Dec. 27, weather permitting.

By 1st Sgt. Chad Hill, Public Information Office SYRACUSE — Kosciusko County officials are currently investigating a head-on crash in Syracuse that has injured three people, and claimed the lives of two. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Deputies, along with Syracuse police, fire and E.M.S., responded this evening at approximately 6:13 p.m. to the intersection of …read more.

SYRACUSE — Turkey Creek Fire, Turkey Creek EMS, Lutheran EMS, Syracuse Police and the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department are currently responding to a head-on collision near crazy corners on East CR 1200 North, Syracuse. Three individuals were transported for injures.    

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Public Library offers many ways to try something new for the new year. Join Friends of the Library for the monthly meeting from 1-2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3. A representative from Ivy Tech will be on hand from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3, to outline adult education opportunities. Chess Club resumes …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Want to be a V-I-P?  Come to North Webster Community Public Library 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 5, and learn how to become a volunteer-in-parks from Kevin and Linda McGonagle. The local couple spent last summer volunteering with the National Parks Service at Gulf Island National Seashore in Florida and will soon leave to …read more.

NAPPANEE — The following events will take place at the Nappanee Public Library: Recipe Swap Recipe Swap returns for another year in 2017. Exchange recipes and collect some new favorites in this monthly program from 7-8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 9. Submit recipes to the library in advance of each program and bring a dish to …read more.

  MILFORD — The following events will take place at the Milford Public Library: ADULT CRAFT Adult Craft Night is planned from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 9. All materials for the winter craft will be provided for a small fee. The library have the craft on display at the adult circulation desk this January. Call …read more.

CLAYPOOL — At approximately 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 23, the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, Warsaw Police, Warsaw Fire, Claypool Fire and Lutheran EMS were dispatched to a head-on collision in front of 4782 South SR 15, Claypool. Officials reported five individuals were transported for injures. Traffic on SR 15 is backed up and the area …read more.

WARSAW — Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts will feature country artist John King at its New Year’s Eve celebration, “An Evening with John King,” at 7:30 and 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 31. The later performance will include a countdown and toast to the new year. John King is an up-and-coming country singer songwriter …read more.

WARSAW — The United Steel Workers Local 809 is working to make sure families in the community will not go hungry on Christmas this year. USW prepared 259 meals for their eighth annual Christmas dinner give away on Friday, Dec. 23. Each meal meal consisted of a ham, 10 pound bag of potatoes, two cans of green …read more.

AKRON — Christmas is a little brighter this year for more than one hundred families in the Tippecanoe Valley area after receiving assistance through the Miracle Tree program. Miracle Tree is sponsored by Mill Creek Missionary Church and has been going strong for years in the Rochester area. Tippecanoe Valley teachers Darren Parker and Crystal …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Looking for something festive to do over the Christmas weekend? Put on those pajamas, grab a mug of hot chocolate and make a trip to visit these festive Christmas light displays. 8711 CR 800N, Mentone This house has it all when it comes to Christmas decorations. The decorations include a mini police …read more.

The North American Aerospace Defense Command is celebrating the 61st Anniversary of tracking Santa’s yuletide journey! The NORAD Tracks Santa website features Santa’s North Pole Village, which includes a holiday countdown, games, activities and more. The website is available in eight languages: English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese and Chinese. Official NORAD Tracks Santa …read more.

WARSAW — This winter Fellowship Missions will be open as a warming center during the day for anyone who needs protection from the freezing temperatures. Fellowship Missions will open their gathering room when the temperature is at, or below, 32 degrees Fahrenheit during the day, the wind chill factor is at, or will fall to, …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting at Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties. They are located at 523 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw. BAKFC serves, advances and protects the welfare of the building industry through customer quality assurance, education of members and contributions to the community. Every year they provide brand new winter …read more.

WARSAW — A Macy man was sentenced Thursday, Dec. 22, after stealing fishing gear early this year. Eric Warren Swick, 13663 N. Macy Millark, Macy, was sentenced on two counts of burglary, both level 5 felonies. Swick was sentenced on charges stemming from a theft in May from one of Swick’s relatives. A witness stated …read more.

LEESBURG — Leesburg Elementary second graders took a moment to enrich the lives of others during a special day before break. Students encouraged their school to collect hats, gloves, scarves and new or gently used boots to give to Fellowship Missions for families who benefit from the services offered there. This year second graders are …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College’s 30-year contract with the Indiana Department of Correctional Facility will be canceled effective the beginning of the year. Recently, the state decided to transition from two vendors providing education to inmates to a single vendor for 2017. Grace College was not chosen to continue their services in the coming year. …read more.

INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Transportation is recommending that residents along state and U.S. highways make good use of the warmer temperatures to prepare their mailboxes for our next winter blast. Snow and ice removal is INDOT’s number one priority in the winter months. INDOT’s yellow plow trucks often travel slower than the speed …read more.

WARSAW — Join the Cowboy Church In The Meadows on Friday evening, Dec. 23 in the stables at the Magical Meadows as they share the story of the birth of Our Savior. Admission is free. Cookies and hot chocolate as you watch in amazement the birth of baby Jesus. First showing will begin at 7 …read more.

[weaver_youtube liKiH_ALYNo rel=0]   WARSAW — On Thursday, Dec. 17, 2015, Warsaw Community Schools held a groundbreaking ceremony for what would come to be an entirely new Lincoln Elementary School. A little over a year later, Dec. 21, was the last day for students at the current Lincoln Elementary School. At the time of the groundbreaking, WCS Superintendent …read more.

WARSAW — The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development awarded $17.9 million to support 105 homeless housing and service programs in Indiana. The Continuum of Care Competition grants announced Dec. 20 provide critically needed housing and support services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness across the state. Locally, the Kosciusko County Shelter for Abuse, more commonly …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Kosciusko County Community Corrections advisory board hosts quarterly meetings each year to discuss the community corrections programs. The meetings are held in the Kosciusko County Justice Building, multipurpose room, 121 N. Lake St., Warsaw, and are open to the public. The meetings for 2017 will be held at 6 p.m. Jan. 9, …read more.

  WARSAW —  Mission Point Community Church would like to invite the entire community to join with them for an evening of celebration filled with hope, joy and even a little fun! The Christmas Eve services will be held at the Warsaw Performing Arts Center at 1 Tiger Lane at 3 and 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 24. Childcare will be provided …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Meeting dates for the Kosciusko County Local Emergency Planning Committee have been announced for 2017. All meetings are open to the public. Dates for 2017 will be Feb. 9, May 11, Aug. 10 and Nov. 9. Meetings begin at 3 p.m. in the Justice Building, video conference room, 121 N. Lake St., …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Kenneth and Lela Harkless Foundation announces the foundation has awarded $90,000 in grants to organizations in the Syracuse community. According to James E. Caskey, foundation president, grants were awarded to the following: Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum — $13,000 Syracuse Cemetery Association — $10,000 Syracuse-Wawasee Park Foundation — $10,000 Syracuse Parks Department — $8,000 …read more.

WARSAW — One of four pending cases against Kyle DeHart, Syracuse, has been dismissed by the Kosciusko County Prosecutor’s Office. An order dismissing the charges, of corrupt business influence, a level 5 felony and conspiracy to commit dealing in a synthetic drug or synthetic drug look-a-like substance, filed in August 2014, has been dismissed. The …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was sentenced today, Dec. 22, for taking part in a robbery and battery in 2015, resulting in a victim losing eyesight in one eye. Valente Ceballos Jr., 423 E. Levi Lee Rd., Warsaw, was sentenced on a count of battery resulting in bodily injury, a level 5 felony. One count …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — The challenge was presented to students in November to participate in a fundraiser for South Whitley Elementary to sell an overwhelming amount of Rise’ n Roll pastries, and if successful, Principal Bryan Emmert and Guidance Counselor Nate Wessels vowed they would dye their hair and kiss a pig. Wednesday afternoon they made good …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was sentenced today, Dec. 22, on charges of molesting a child under the age of 12. Leon Gene Warner, 53, 558 Circle Drive, Warsaw, was sentenced for a charge of child molesting, a level 5 felony. Warner was sentenced on charges stemming from an incident in June, when an officer …read more.

BURKET — A Tippecanoe Valley graduate who recently completed basic training for the U.S. Army, returned to school to speak to students about his experience. Tommy VanMeter graduated from Tippecanoe Valley in 2016 and recently finished basic training in Fort Benning, Ga. VanMeter spoke to students on Dec. 21, at the Burket Educational Center about how …read more.

WARSAW — In November 2015, the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department named a Sheila Wieringa as its new recreation director. Wieringa had already spent five years in an administrative assistant position, but most of her life has been spent collecting a wealth of experience that made her a good fit for the job. “I’m an …read more.

WARSAW — Eastlake Skating Center, 3010 Frontage Road, Warsaw, is giving back to various groups this Christmas season, with free admission at different skating sessions. All sessions are open to the public, but select groups will receive free admission each day. These groups include all children 10 and under, orthopedic company employees, government employees, educators, …read more.

WARSAW — At 5:05 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, Warsaw Police, Warsaw Fire and Lutheran EMS were dispatched to SR 15/North Detroit Street, just south of the West CR 350N intersection, Warsaw. Andrew J. Holdeman, 19, Milford; Wesley H. Shelpman, 44, Akron; Steven M. Harrelson, 45, Warsaw; and Thomas L. Richcreek, 57, Leesburg were involved in …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Winona Lake Town Council Member Robert Swanson has moved out of the district, and has tendered his immediate resignation. I, Michael L. Ragan, as Chairman of the Kosciusko County Republican Central Committee, and pursuant to IC 3-1-7 through 3-13-11, hereby give notice of a caucus to all eligible Precinct Committeemen to fill the vacancy …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County 4-H Poss-ABILITIES Program is accepting applications from youth who are interested in learning more about the 4-H program and the opportunity to work with and show livestock animals. The program was started last year as a way to make interactive livestock experiences “POSSIBLE” for youth of all “ABILITIES” and backgrounds. Living …read more.

WARSAW — A group of local Warsaw High School students are learning the cost of  Christmas this year through the classic carol “The 12 Days of Christmas”.  The group of seniors, taught by Terry Rosenbarger, took part in PNC Bank’s festive economic analysis called the PNC Christmas Price Index. The students determined that if you …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying the man in the pictures above. He is a suspect in a theft from a local business. The white van pictured is what he was seen leaving in. If you recognize the subject/van, please contact the Warsaw Police Department. Please send a …read more.

WARSAW — At approximately 5:05 p.m. Warsaw Police, Warsaw Fire and Lutheran EMS were dispatched to a four-vehicle accident in the vicinity of North SR 15 and CR 350N. Initial reports indicated two minor injuries. It was a chain reaction rear collision. Traffic was diverted from the southbound lane of SR 15 onto Sheldon Street …read more.

INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Transportation will again promote safe travels this holiday season by tracking the movements of Santa Claus through Indiana on social media. Kris Kringle will pass Indiana landmarks, visit with INDOT staff and share travel tips he picks up on his long trip around the state. Children who wish to …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Gradway recently took first place and won $5,000 through the Yelp Foundation Gives Local grant contest. Three nonprofits in Indiana were finalists, including Indy Reads and Nine 13 Sports which are both out of Indianapolis. Gradway won the contest by receiving more votes than either of the Indianapolis based companies. Voting was open …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Representatives from the Claypool United Methodist Church presented a check in the amount of $309,250 to Kosciusko County Community Foundation to establish the Max and Kathryn Beigh Educational Endowment Fund. The scholarship was funded through a trust that the Beighs created as part of their estate plan. Members of the Claypool United Methodist …read more.

  WARSAW — Local resident, Eugene Landry, wants to “give back” – and he is doing so in a big way. Approximately two years ago Landry went to Combined Community Services to ask if they needed help with anything and was informed that they always have a need for help. Landry states he told personnel at …read more.

WARSAW — Christmas season can sometimes be depressing, but Tippy Creek Winery in Leesburg and the Animal Welfare League recently teamed up to bring some cheer and extraordinary shopping in their Tippy Creek Christmas Market. A cozy fire was blazing in the main room and heat was warmly circulated in the huge shopping tent they …read more.