WARSAW — This week’s Pets of the Week come from the Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County. Lady Lady is a spayed, 11-year-old dog. She is an Australian Cattle dog mix with a white body and black spots. She is an adorable medium sized girl. She would make a loving lap dog She will be …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER – The first concert of the Manchester Symphony Orchestra’s 78th Season showcases Metropolitan Opera soprano Danielle Talamantes. It is 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 23, in Cordier Auditorium on the North Manchester campus of Manchester University. Talamantes will perform Samuel Barber’s “Knoxville Summer of 1915,” along with Duke Ellington jazz standards from …read more.

WARSAW — The Board of School trustees held a brief budget meeting on Monday, Oct. 3. Brandon Penrod, chief financial advisor, presented the board with information about various levies and caps within the budget. Penrod explained this year’s budget would not vary much from last year’s budget. Pernod mentioned the pension debt will remain the …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Around 8 a.m. this morning, Tuesday, Oct. 3, Indiana State Police, Drug Enforcement Administration officers and members of the Whitley County Drug Task Force served search warrants at Dr. James Hanus’ Medical Clinic and Hanus’ residence. An official press release from D.J. Sigler, Chief Deputy Prosecutor of Whitley County, reads: “On Tuesday Oct. 4, 2016, …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Board of School Trustees interviewed three candidates who have filled out letters of interest to fill the open spot of District 5. One of the candidates is to complete the last two years of Jennifer Tandy’s term. Superintendent of Schools Dr. David Hoffert, began the interviews by stating he would …read more.

INDIANA — The investigation that began in late August of 2016 alleging the filing of fraudulent voter application information has expanded from the original involved counties of Hendricks and Marion to also include the counties of Allen, Delaware, Hamilton, Hancock, Johnson, Lake and Madison. As part of the expanded investigation, state police detectives obtained a search …read more.

WARSAW — Three solar arrays, or solar panels, were recently installed at Warsaw Schools. Students will soon be able to monitor the solar arrays on laptops, smartphones or iPads. Collier Solar, a part of Collier’s Heating and Air Conditioning, recently installed at three Warsaw schools, and are in the process of installing a fourth. One …read more.

WARSAW — Korean War veteran Doyle Munson was presented with the Veteran of the Month award by veteran’s affair officer Rich Maron at the County Commissioners meeting. Doyle was born in Marshall County but his family moved back to Kosciusko County where they have lived for many years. Attending Claypool High School, Munson worked on …read more.

WARSAW — The family of both victims endured additional emotional testimony from witnesses, this morning, Tuesday, Oct. 4. This time possibly the most devastating thus far. Three witnesses took the stand in the second day of the trial of Brandon Woody and Kyle DeHart for the murders of Tara Thornburg and Josh Knisley. Syracuse Police …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Eli Lilly Road trail widening project has been completed. Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee and other members of the community took part in a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday, Oct. 3, in Syracuse. The new section is 2,100 feet long, or about 0.4 miles. The project was made possible by donations and the K21 Health Foundation. …read more.

WARSAW — The Association of Indiana Counties (AIC) and Nationwide presented a $500 check, half of the total winnings, to the 2016 Indiana College Scholarship winner at today’s commissioners meeting. David Bottorff with AIC and Jennifer Brown with Nationwide presented Ms. Amy Irwin a $500 check for her son, Jacob Semonis, Warsaw. The scholarship winner …read more.

SYRACUSE — For the last six years, Wawasee FFA horticulture judging teams have fared well. A Wawasee team won the national horticulture judging contest two years ago and a couple of years prior to that another team competed in the national contest.

MILFORD — At approximately 10:59 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 4, Milford Police was called to a two vehicle accident at the corner of North James and East Fourth streets in Milford.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School invites students and parents to join us Wednesday, Oct. 12, for the WCHS annual College Night. Roughly 50 colleges, universities, technical schools and Armed Services will be represented. The College Fair will run from 6–7:30 p.m. in the Career Center gymnasium. A FAFSA help session will follow in the …read more.

WARSAW — Traffic is slow on Lake City Highway at the Parker Street intersection of Warsaw while crews clean up a three-vehicle accident. Traffic has been narrowed to one lane through the intersection. Warsaw Police and Warsaw-Wayne Fire Department responded to the accident. Injuries are unknown at this time.  

MENTONE — The Mentone Town Council met on Monday, Oct. 3 to discuss the progress of various road repairs and the fencing ordinance. Josh Shephard of the street department provided an update on the sinkhole on South Morgan Street. The drawing for the repair has been completed. The street department will now get quotes from three …read more.

WARSAW — Joe’s Kids 2nd Annual Dinner, Tailgate and Auction, held on Sept. 24, brought in over $113,000 for the children at Joe’s. It was held at the Heritage Room at Winona Lake. The evening started with over 250 guests arriving in their tailgate attire and ready to bid on silent auction items. Parkview Health …read more.

WARSAW — In a less than ten minute meeting, Warsaw’s Redevelopment Commission approved three claims, discussed the North Buffalo Street project and presented a recertification for the Technology Park. All three of the claims presented were approved unanimously. Faegre Baker Daniels was paid $5,274.50, Regions Corp. Trust was paid $750 and Huntington National Bank was …read more.

WARSAW — Tax abatements for Little Crow Lofts LLC, salary ordinances for general employees and fire territory staff and the 2017 appropriations and tax rate were unanimously approved by members of the Warsaw Common Council Monday evening, Oct. 3.

WARSAW — The Builders Association of Kosciusko and Fulton Counties (BAKFC) congratulated Bruce Jackson of Mission Contracting by Bruce Jackson as the People’s Choice Award winner for the 2016 Homes on Parade. Jackson’s stunning entry, located in the Heritage Lake addition in Warsaw, was one of five custom homes entered in the parade. Other beautiful …read more.

WARSAW — Court adjourned  at 3:20 p.m. today, Monday, Oct. 3, in the murder trial of Brandon Woody and Kyle DeHart following the cross examination of Thomas Hursey, considered to be the state’s key witness, and brief testimony from the victims mothers — Rachel Thornburg, mother of Tara Thornburg, and Rhonda Bickel, mother of Josh …read more.

WARSAW — Rudy’s Dog Park is hosting its annual Dogtoberfest live auction and raffle fundraiser on Friday, Oct. 14. The fundraiser will be at Downtown Eatery & Spirits at 205 W. Center St. in Warsaw, IN., with social hour from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. and the auction from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. Dozens of items have …read more.

  WARSAW — This past May, the Warsaw Flying Club added the Piper J-3 Cub as their seventh plane. The new addition is a seaplane from 1946 which currently resides on Winona Lake with floats for the summer and skies for the winter. Jon Fussle, owner of the Warsaw Flying Club, explained incorporating “the cub” …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Transportation announced today, Oct. 3, that nearly $80 million in federal transportation funding is being awarded to 64 cities, towns and counties in rural portions of Indiana to invest in local road and bridge improvements as well as sidewalk and trail projects. Combined with local funds, almost $135 million …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — July figures from WorkOne indicate Kosciusko County hit another high with 40,776 individuals employed in the county in July of this year (latest data available). An increase of over 2,000 more jobs in the county since the previous high in 2007. An increase of over 6,000 more jobs since KEDCo was formed in …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College & Seminary honored seven outstanding men and women with alumni awards at its annual Homecoming and Family Weekend Sept. 30 and Oct. 1. Alumni awards are given to Grace graduates and honorary graduates who embody Grace’s mission to serve the world effectively and compassionately for the glory of God. Phyllis …read more.

WARSAW — A Fort Wayne man is being charged with the armed robbery of a local Dollar General. Edward Joe Smith, 44, 908 Dewald St., Fort Wayne, is being charged with one count robbery with a deadly weapon, a level 3 felony, and count two theft, a level 6 felony. According to the affidavit of …read more.

WARSAW — It as an emotional morning for the families of Tara Thornburg and Josh Knisley in the first day of trial against Brandon Woody and Kyle DeHart. An audio recording and body camera were entered as exhibits and heard before the court and the 62 individuals filling the courtroom.

WARSAW — A Kokomo woman has been arrested for battery after hitting hospital staff. Robin Renee Stiles, 48, 317 West Harrison St., Kokomo, is being charged with count one battery causing bodily injury to a public safety official, a level 5 felony, and count two battery to a public safety official, a level 6 felony. According to …read more.

By JEFF BURBRINK Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Elkhart County There have been some scattered reports of ear rots coming in from around the state and Midwest. Warm, wet conditions as grain dries down could favor the development of ear rots. In Indiana, corn pathologists and agronomists have reported scattered Diplodia ear rot. In Illinois, there …read more.

Michael Morin – Whitko High School Michael has truly been a great student in class. I have him two periods a day and he is always willing to share his thoughts and ideas. He works very hard and takes his academics seriously. He is not only a strong academic student, but he is very compassionate …read more.

MILFORD — The Milford Kiwanis Club new officers and board members were installed on Friday morning, Sept. 30, by new Lt. Governor David McGuire for the coming year at the club’s regular weekly meeting. All area residents are invited to attend any Friday morning meeting at 6:30 am to hear informative programs and learn about …read more.

WINONA LAKE — K21 Health Foundation, Grace College and the Town of Winona Lake held a dedication event for the newly refurbished tennis and basketball courts at Winona Lake Limitless Park on Friday, Sept. 30. The courts were dedicated to Dr. Mike Grill, former professor of psychology and tennis coach at Grace College. Rich Haddad, …read more.

SYRACUSE — Fourteen members from the Wawasee FFA Chapter competed at the Area X Soils Career Development Event Friday, Sept. 30, in Starke County.

By MARY ANN LIENHART CROSS Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Elkhart County GOSHEN — I wrote earlier about apples and I am writing about them again for a number of reasons. One of the most important is that they are so good for you and we all should be eating more of them. That old saying …read more.

WARSAW — Registration is going on now for Pee-Wee Basketball at the Kosciusko Community YMCA.  Pee-Wee Basketball is for children three years old to those in the first grade and is a great opportunity for kids to start learning the basic skills of basketball—from the organization who created it!  Equal playing time, safety, sportsmanship, cooperation, family …read more.

By Laurie Voss Circulation Supervisor This is the time of year that websites and news stations start reporting on famous people that have passed away. At the Warsaw Community Public Library, we would like to honor those authors who have passed in 2016. Unfortunately, there have been several over the course of 2016. In date …read more.

MILFORD — Miss Kaitlyn will lead lapsit for children between the ages of infant to 36 months with songs and stories every Tuesday in October. The theme this fall is “Mice Are Nice.” Lapsit introduces little ones to literature by using stories and songs to create recognition between words and their meanings. Lapsit lasts about 20 …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Take advantage of fall’s cooler temperatures and shorter days by curling up with a good book. North Webster Community Public Library has a large collection of fiction and nonfiction books, audio books and e-books in all genres. The staff can always help individuals select books they will like. The library’s website also lists …read more.

[weaver_youtube CYEbGFsUl5M rel=0]   NORTH WEBSTER — They arrived as early as 3:15 p.m. for North Webster Community Center’s Eighth Annual Heart of the Community Charity Auction and Raffle, which did not begin until 5 p.m. Many came to enjoy the food and fellowship, others came to view and bid on hundreds of silent auction …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY —In January of 1966 the Kosciusko County Historical Society was formed. One hundred sixty-five persons attended the first meeting held at the courthouse.  From that beginning fifty years ago, the society has grown to nearly 500 members and has become the caretaker of the Old County Jail (now a museum), the Chinworth Bridge …read more.

WARSAW — At around 3:05 a.m., Plain Township Fire Department and Lutheran EMS were called to a mobile home fire at Green Acres Mobile Home Park, East CR 200N, Warsaw, Lot 28. At arrival, the mobile home was fully engulfed in flames. All residents were out of the home and no one was injured. The mobile …read more.

SYRACUSE — Read about the value of eating local produce from Indiana author Kelsey Timmerman and indulge in a short discussion from “Where am I Eating?” The Syracuse Library is offering a kale tasting event with presenters talking about using kale as an ingredient in a variety of recipes. The meeting room is the welcoming …read more.

WARSAW — Despite the rain, the bicentennial parade went on as planned this morning at 10 a.m. Ponchos and umbrellas were a common sight among both the floats and audience members. The parade, which began at Boggs Industrial Park and ended at the fairgrounds, held a history theme. The floats were separated by signs designating different decades …read more.

WARSAW — How might the YMCA use its resources and skills to ease the need for childcare in Kosciusko County?  That’s the question being asked by a current comprehensive childcare study. The YMCA was recently awarded with a Toolbelt Grant of $17,000 by the Dekko Foundation and a $3,000 Lilly Unrestricted Endowment Fund Grant from …read more.

by Andrea Neal Chief Justice Earl Warren gets most of the credit, and rightly so, for the 1954 U.S. Supreme Court decision in Brown v. Board of Education outlawing segregated schools. But were it not for a Hoosier — Justice Sherman Minton of Floyd County — the Brown case would not have even been before …read more.

SYRACUSE — Warsaw retained the coveted ‘W’ Trophy Friday night with a 38-14 victory over rival Wawasee.

AKRON – Tippecanoe Valley reclaimed the Bell trophy after a 21-7 win over Rochester Friday night.

MILFORD — The Milford Fire Department will be holding its annual chicken BBQ from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 2. Hungry patrons can pick up chicken at the Milford Fire Station, 214 S Main St, Milford. Each 1/2 chicken will cost $6.

WARSAW —The outdoor events as a part of the Bicentennial Bash on Buffalo have been cancelled for this evening due to the rain. The bands will be performing at Mad Anthony’s Lake City Tap House instead. Michael Jacobs Indian Folklorist opens at 5:45, Hometown Heroes at 7 and No Fun Intended follows at 8 p.m. …read more.

WARSAW — Splendor Boats is the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce member of the month of September. Splendor Boats is a small, family-owned boat company striving to fulfill specialty niches and create innovative fiberglass products. A strong and enduring company, Splendor Boats is now in its third generation of family ownership and has expanded from their main location at …read more.

WARSAW — This fall, Warsaw community members will work to feed thousands of starving children around the world by the 3rd annual Warsaw MobilePack event. Through a partnership with Feed My Starving Children, this large community service event is one of the many hunger relief efforts around the country led by the Feed My Starving …read more.

  WARSAW — Fourth graders got a taste of Indiana history by attending Back to the Days at Harrison Elementary on Friday, Sept. 30. The rain didn’t stop kids from enjoying the hands-on-learning experience at numerous stations positioned around the property of Harrison Elementary. Students learned about the history of Indiana through various ways as …read more.

FORT WAYNE — The Association of Indiana Counties (AIC) announced Wednesday that Kosciusko County Treasurer Sue Ann Mitchell received the 2016 Outstanding County Treasurer Award. The award recognized her contributions made to county government throughout her years of public service. Mitchell began her public service career in 1976 when she served alongside her late husband …read more.

WARSAW ─ Melissa Collins, an Ivy Tech Community College student at its Warsaw campus, was recently announced as one of the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation’s 2016 Leaders of Promise Scholar award recipients. Each award winner received a $1,000 prize. A lifelong resident of the Warsaw area, Collins graduated from Warsaw Community High school in 1994 prior …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The bicentennial committee has been working hard to secure another artist for Saturday’s free concert. On Wednesday, Sept. 28, it was announced that Jason Michael Carroll’s father passed away. Carroll was the artist originally scheduled to perform. In order to mourn the passing of his father, Carroll was no longer able to perform. …read more.

Weekly prep, college and pro picks from IFN sports writer Nick Goralczyk.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community High School Choral Department will present its annual fall concert 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 4, in the WCHS Performing Arts Center. The concert will feature all four high school choirs in a varied collection of musical styles, ranging from Irish and American Folk Tunes, spirituals, classic rock/pop and more. The …read more.

WARSAW — A North Webster man was arrested on charges of counterfeiting when he used fake money at a local yard sale. Bradley Ray Slone, 29, 208 S. Harrison St., North Webster, is being charged with one count of counterfeiting, a level 6 felony. According to the affidavit of probable cause, on Aug. 1, a North …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — A recent data breach at Yahoo may have put Hoosiers at risk for fraud. Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller is reminding anyone who may have been impacted in the recent Yahoo data breach to take immediate steps to guard against identity theft. The Office of the Indiana Attorney General warns consumers that certain …read more.

Turkey Creek Township Barb Griffith presented her budget for second reading at the township board meeting Thursday, Sept. 29. The meeting was rescheduled after the Monday, Sept. 12, meeting was canceled for lack of a quorum. The proposed 2017 budget, excluding funding for the fire territory, totals $226,700. The fire department’s operation budget for next …read more.

SYRACUSE — Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence winner, Oakwood Resort announces an interactive social afternoon of fun. A wine tasting will take place in the bar area from 1 – 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22.  This event will be open to all adults 21 and older and will be hosted by The Pier and Back Porch …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman was arrested on charges of possession of cocaine. Angie Marie Hanes, 37, 536 Clinic Court, Warsaw, is being charged with possession of cocaine, a level 6 felony, possession of a legend dug, level 6 felony and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. According to the affidavit of probable cause, …read more.

MILFORD — The Van Buren Township Advisory board will re-convene its adoption meeting on Monday, Oct. 3 at 6:15 a.m. in the Van Buren Township office, 101 S. Main St., Milford.

ETNA GREEN — The 18th Annual Shrine Turkey Shoot will be held on Oct. 15 and 16, Saturday and Sunday, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Beeson’s Gun Range, 8994 West County Road 25 South, Etna Green (just off Crystal Lake Road). Last year we raised over $7500.00 in just two days due to …read more.

WARSAW — The selection of a 12-member jury and three alternates, was slated to take two days, but was completed by 4 p.m. today, Thursday, Sept. 29, in the murder trial of Brandon T. Woody and Kyle D. DeHart. All jurors came from the first 40 preliminary jurors called. All other potential jurors were released. …read more.

[weaver_youtube EYl5rCxPsMI rel=0] KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Despite forecasted rain, the bicentennial torch relay was a success as it traveled through Kosciusko County this morning, Sept. 29. The twenty-two lucky torchbearers passed off the torch that will travel through the whole state. Modes of transportation included boats, antique cars and running on foot. Members of the Indiana Bicentennial …read more.

WARSAW — Tiffany Marie Moses, 27, Fort Wayne, has been sentenced to two years at the Department of Corrections on a felony burglary charge from a January 2015 incident. According to police reports, on Jan. 19, 2015, the Milford Police Department responded to the location of 111 W. Section St., Milford, in response to a disturbance. …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County officers arrest six individuals overnight, stemming from a fraud investigation. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Detectives were contacted yesterday by Lake City Bank officials of a potential fraudulent use of stolen checks from The Vineyard Church, Syracuse.  Detectives made contact with church officials and determined through the course of the investigation, that video …read more.

  WARSAW — A suspect has been charged with burglary after a man’s Samsung tablet went missing. Brian Keith Noll, 42, 1404 Fox Farm Road, Warsaw, is being charged with burglary, a level 4 felony, and theft, a class A misdemeanor. According to the affidavit of probable cause, a male victim reported the theft of a black …read more.

WARSAW — Two individuals were arrested on charges of theft for stealing from Walmart. Daniel Lee Knecht, 28, 6662 East CR 100N, North Manchester, is being charged with one count of theft, a misdemeanor. Taylor Leigh Shanes, 24, 12355 North CR 800W, Silver Lake, is being charged with one count of theft enhancement, a level …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Community YMCA’s Board of Directors has announced that current CEO Chad Zaucha has resigned his position and is relocating to Muncie to be the President and CEO of the YMCA of Muncie. He begins his new role on Oct. 3. Board President Tim Minear said, “We are so appreciative of the …read more.

WARSAW — Four more jurors were seated following the second round of jury selection in the murder trial of Brandon T. Woody and Kyle D. DeHart, accused of murdering Tara Thornburg and Josh Knisley on Feb. 19, 2015. The latest selection brings the juror count to 10, with two more jurors and three alternates yet …read more.

By Joyce Arleen Corson Master Gardener Recently a friend asked me why her hydrangea didn’t bloom this year. Many situations may affect why a plant will not bloom. The name hydrangea comes from the Greek “hydra” meaning water, and “angeion” meaning vessel, in reference to the plants affinity for water and shape of the seed …read more.

WARSAW — A Mentone man is being charged with domestic battery after getting angry with his wife. Brady Lee Shepherd, 26, 3373 SR 19, Mentone, is being charged with domestic battery with a prior conviction enhancement, a level 6 felony. According to the affidavit of probable cause, officers with the Warsaw Police Department responded to a domestic …read more.

WARSAW — Michael Wayne Thomas, 23, Leesburg, was sentenced on one count of criminal confinement, a level 5 felony, and one count domestic battery, a level 6 felony. According to the affidavit of probable cause, On April 1, police were called to a business for a report of an individual refusing to leave. When police arrived, they found …read more.

WARSAW — Lake City Bank is pleased to announce that it has promoted Sonia R. Teske to Office Manager of its Bremen office. Teske supports office staff in their efforts to provide quality service and build customer relationships.  She also manages the daily operations of the office and handles small business loans.  Teske has been with …read more.

WARSAW — A man was arrested for hitting a woman after refusing to leave her residence. Derek Robert Fleckenstein, 38, 412 S. Walsh St., Garrett, is being charged with battery with bodily injury. On Sunday, July 24, at approximately 12:14 a.m., an officer responded to a battery complaint. According to the affidavit of probable cause, when …read more.

WARSAW — After close to two hours of voir dire (questioning) in the selection of jurors for the murder trial of Brandon Thomas Woody and Kyle David DeHart, six individuals have been selected to serve with seven being released. Woody and DeHart are being tried in the murder on Feb. 19, 2015, of Tara Thornburg …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — School board members, superintendents and administrators from around the state, including representatives from Warsaw Community Schools, attended the 67th Annual ISBA/IAPSS Fall Conference at the Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis, Sept 26-27. This conference, sponsored by the Indiana School Boards Association and the Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents, gives members the opportunity to …read more.

INDIANA — A recent data breach at Yahoo may have put Hoosiers at risk for fraud. Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller is reminding anyone who may have been impacted in the recent Yahoo data breach to take immediate steps to guard against identity theft. The Office of the Indiana Attorney General warns consumers that certain …read more.

WARSAW — We Inspire Support Empower Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to the education and support of the professional career interests of women, is holding its second annual Women’s Expo! The expo will take place this Thursday, Sept 29, at Vitale Events (formerly known as Champagne Jam) from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. There will be over 25 local …read more.

WARSAW — Keeping in theme with the weekend, Warsaw will be hosting a Bicentennial Bash on Buffalo Street on Friday, Sept. 30. The entertainment will run from 5 to 8 p.m. All night long, there will be courthouse tours, ghost tours, kids inflatables, food vendors, a beer tent and live entertainment. There will be two …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Warsaw Elks Lodge recently presented the Kosciusko County Community Foundation with a check for $2,050 from the proceeds of their 10th Annual Jimmy Baker Memorial Diabetes Fund golf scramble. The gift will support the Jimmy Baker Memorial Diabetes Fund, a component fund of the Kosciusko County Community Foundation. The fund was established by …read more.

ATWOOD — Years ago, some had the perception retirement meant multiple rounds of golfing or having much more time to relax. While those in retirement no longer work at full-time jobs, they stay quite busy, if not busier, than when in the workforce.

WARSAW — At approximately 5:22 p.m. Warsaw Fire and Lutheran EMS responded to a call of a single vehicle accident at 1750 Country Club Road, Warsaw. It is believed at this time that the driver of the vehicle suffered from a heart attack, causing them to go off road eventually running into the garage at …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Yesterday, the usual lessons of the North Webster Elementary students were replaced by the splashes of water, the shrieks of excitement and awes of discovery. The Watershed Foundation guided Mrs. Jessie and Mr. Bollman’s 4th and 5th grade classes respectively down to the Tippecanoe River between Webster Lake and Little Tippy Lake …read more.

WARSAW — The October Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety meetings have been moved to new dates. The Friday, Oct. 7 meeting has been moved to 10:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 10. The Friday, Oct. 21 meeting has been moved to 10:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 24. Both meetings will be held in the Warsaw Common …read more.

BOURBON — The Triton Distinguished Young Woman Board of Directors is proud to announce the seven young ladies who will vie to become the 53rd Distinguished Young Woman of Triton. Tickets to the scholarship program, to be held on Saturday, Oct. 8, can be purchased from the contestants or at the door for $6. Triton’s …read more.

WARSAW — The Center Street Community Theatre will be performing their fifth production “Over The River and Through The Woods” beginning Friday, Sept. 30 going through Sunday, Oct. 9. The story focuses on Nick, a single, Italian-American guy from New Jersey. His parents retired and moved to Florida. He sees both sets of his grandparents …read more.

CLAYPOOL — A ribbon cutting of the official inauguration of the new Louis Dreyfus Company glycerin refinery was held Wednesday morning, Sept. 28, at the plant. Sean Doyle, LDC manager Oilseeds North America, stated in his opening remarks it is the “company’s first food grade glycerin refinery in North America and the second for the group in the world.” This second largest refinery in the U.S. producing USP-grade Kosher refined glycerin has a capacity of 80 million pounds per year.

WARSAW — Lutheran EMS and Warsaw Fire Department responded to a vehicle accident at the intersection of East Winona Avenue and South Scott St., Warsaw around 3:04 p.m. At least one person was transported from the scene with injuries.

GOSHEN — IU Health Goshen will transition to Goshen Health as of Oct. 7, 2016. For patients, the name change will be the only noticeable difference since the health system has always been committed to providing exceptional healthcare to the region. “We are changing our name to focus on what is most important – our …read more.

CLAYPOOL — Early Wednesday morning Winona Lake, Sidney, and Silver Lake fire departments responded to a barn fire at 1388 E. CR 700S, Claypool. The barn was a loss. No injures were reported.

For 2-1/2 hours Thursday, Sept. 29, the roads of Kosciusko County will feature a traveler never again to be seen in our lifetime. From 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the Indiana Bicentennial Torch will wend its way through the county via 22 torchbearers. The torch will enter the county’s southern border on SR 15 and …read more.

WARSAW — Recently, Warsaw Community Schools asked for staff and community input through a survey request for priorities for WCS to kick off the strategic planning process. From September 21-22, a broad-based strategic planning group (pictured) met to start digesting the information received from the hundreds of survey responses. This strategic planning group included teachers, …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — On Wednesday, Sept. 28, representatives from Parkview Health, representatives from LifeMed EMS, public safety leaders from Kosciusko and Wabash Counties and elected officials from Kosciusko and Wabash Counties gathered at the North Manchester Department of Public Safety building to hear Parkview Health  announce acquisition and EMS service expansion. Beginning Oct. 1, Parkview Health Emergency …read more.

WARSAW — Personal Safety Unlimited is hosting a nationally recognized child abduction prevention program for children. This fun-filled presentation will be held at Parkview Warsaw YMCA on Saturday, Oct. 15 beginning at 11 a.m.. The event is free of charge and is open to children ages 6- 13 and their parents. Two classes will be …read more.

SYRACUSE — Alexander Jackson, 24, 11548 North SR 13, Syracuse has been arrested with new charges of intimidation with a deadly weapon after being charged with attempted murder in July. Alexander Jackson Jackson’s new charges are intimidation with a deadly weapon, a level 5 felony; intimidation, a level 6 felony; criminal recklessness while armed with …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Who is allowed to say the n-word? What do we do, say or think when we hear it on the street, in classrooms, songs and cafeterias or at home? Ignoring it is not an option anymore – it is everywhere. A white student at Kansas State University was recently kicked out of …read more.