MILFORD — Milford’s town council meeting held Monday, Aug. 8, at town hall was supposed to include a representative of Norfolk Southern Railroad to field residents questions about the company’s offer to pay the town around $19,000 in exchange for the closure of one of Milford’s crossings, notably the unguarded crossing on Emeline Street. The …read more.

WARSAW — The Pfleiderer Charitable Trust recently awarded Joe’s Kids $1,000 to be used for new therapy equipment for their new facility they plan to move to later this year. Joe’s Kids is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit clinic in Warsaw that provides physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy to children with special needs in Kosciusko …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS—The Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) has been awarded more than $3.6 million from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) over the next five years to protect Hoosiers from Zika virus disease. The funds are being used to investigate illnesses, conduct mosquito surveillance and laboratory testing, support mosquito control and public health …read more.

MENTONE — Building construction and robotics are hot topics this year at Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation. The TVSC Board of Trustees heard updates about the Akron Elementary School and Tippecanoe Valley High School press box construction projects and had a brief robotics demonstration during the board’s regular meeting Monday evening, Aug. 8, at Mentone Elementary …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Town Council met Monday, July 8, to discuss a water ordinance that is leaving some people less than pleased. The board presented an ordinance pertaining to the town water utility. The ordinance was drafted because the town is losing money on people who “skip” town without paying their water bill. The ordinance …read more.

SYRACUSE — Each year, school buses are thoroughly inspected by a trooper of the Indiana State Police. For the Wawasee Community School Corp., the annual inspection is usually during the summer break.

MILFORD — Milford Redevelopment Commission met Monday, Aug. 8, to hear Jon Borgers, a project manager from Wessler Engineering, give his thoughts on possible upgrades to the town’s water tower. In the end, the commission chose to contribute $42,450 to cover the expense of capital improvements related to Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements. The …read more.

ELKHART — The Extension Homemakers of Elkhart County have created a cookbook that features 17 years of award winning recipes, available to the public for purchase. The cookbook features all recipes that have won at the Elkhart County Fair in open class Judging, sponsored by Extension Homemakers. A unique feature of this cookbook is its …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER – Declaring Dixie Day Festival a success, North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce President Sue Ward, Sue’s Creations Floral & Gifts, noted during the general meeting Monday, Aug. 8, “Now it is time for the final planning for the Heart of the Harvest Fall Festival.” The meeting was held at the Tippecanoe Township Building large meeting room, a change of venue for the organization.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Kosciusko County Traffic Safety Partnership announced today its participation in the national and statewide 2016 Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over enforcement mobilization occurring Aug. 12 through Sept. 5. Officers will join more than 250 state and local law enforcement agencies and thousands more across the country, to conduct high-visibility patrols encouraging drivers …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Brightpoint Development Fund will host a financial literacy class called, “Home Ownership Basics,” from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, at Hopewell Pointe Community Center, 8033 Community Lane, Fort Wayne. Participants will learn smart and simple methods for home repair, how to save for home repairs and effective ways to use home appliances. …read more.

WARSAW — Martin Becker, former Director of Bands at Warsaw Community High School, and current Director of Bands at Grace College, will be the guest conductor for 500 middle schoolers at the INpact Band performance at Lucas Oil Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 13. In addition to conducting kids from all over the country, Becker will also …read more.

By Joseph Thallemer City of Warsaw Mayor WARSAW — The Warsaw-Wayne Township Fire Territory was established Jan. 1, 2010. As a result, the emergency services protection area expanded from approximately two square miles to 46 square miles. Currently the WWTFT is being served by the same two fire stations that have served our city for many years. Tuesday …read more.

MILFORD — A new 6-inch natural gas line, to be installed at TruHorizons, Milford, may result in a rotten egg odor in the area. The work is expected to take place between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9.

AKRON — In mid-July the construction at Akron Elementary, which will culminate in a new gymnasium, cafeteria and kitchen for the building, not to mention new classrooms and courtyards, had been underway for almost two months. Foundations had been laid and everyone was hard at work, but the visible portions of the project had yet …read more.

WARSAW — The Lake Cite Skiers won their fourth national title over the weekend.

WARSAW — Internationally known speaker, Amazon bestselling author and number-one rated school nutrition speaker Maureen G. “MGM” Mulvaney will speak to the Warsaw Community Schools Food and Nutrition Services staff during back-to-school in-service Thursday, July 11. According to Mulvaney, “WCS food and nutrition staff is committed to serving their customers — your children — five-star …read more.

WARSAW — Local Warsaw residents are hosting a free Comedy Night at Tourmaline Event Space at 9 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 12 to spotlight local groups and artists. The free event will feature improv group performances and individual stand-up artists, as well as local band Isaac and the Darling. Main on Main Improv Troupe, which …read more.

WARSAW — A large crowd gathered at the courthouse in Warsaw Saturday, Aug. 6 to rally for the legalization of cannabis. The rally, held by Higher Fellowship, was the ninth out of 92 rallies to be held in Indiana. Warsaw resident Breon Jones co-hosted the event. “This turnout shows that we are fighting for something,” said …read more.

LAKE WAWASEE — The first Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation Lilly Pad Cruise, as part of its annual summer Lake Talk and Eats appears to have been a success with a boat full of people of all ages participating. The cruise combined lake history with the ecology of the lake through WACF programs and research by the Center for Lakes & Streams.

LEESBURG — At 2:22 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 7, one person was transported from a rollover accident on East Armstrong Road, Leesburg. According to the accident report, Joseph Trump, 24, Levi Lee Road, Warsaw, was unable to remember the exact cause of his accident. Officers on the scene arrived to discover Trump’s vehicle rolled over with …read more.

SIDNEY — Crews responded at approximately 7:50 a.m. Monday morning, Aug. 8, to a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of CR 900S and CR 700E, Sidney. At least four people were taken to the hospital, including a mom and three minors, ages 8, 7 and 6. A second driver complained of minor pain at the …read more.

SYRACUSE — The annual meeting of the Syracuse Lake Association Saturday morning, Aug. 6, included news of a new type of algae being found on Syracuse Lake the past week.

[weaver_youtube wFc4dTyiTT8 rel=0]   PIERCETON — The town of Pierceton is celebrating their 150th birthday and this year’s theme for Pierceton Days Festival was “Happy Birthday, Pierceton.” The grand marshal was Tony “Roach” Young. Saturday, Aug. 6, Pierceton celebrated their birthday with a parade during Pierceton Days. The crowds lined the streets to watch the …read more.

SYRACUSE — Since Wawasee High School Freshman Orientation has been canceled, all Freshman will be receiving their class schedules and map of the school during the 1:1 rollout days from 12-8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday. New students to the high school will be able to check their lockers and their classes those nights to become …read more.

WARSAW — Barbee Lakes Property Owner’s Association held their second annual Poker Paddle event yesterday, Saturday, Aug. 6. The event worked like this; there were two “dealer” boats and five stops. At the first and last stop paddlers claimed two numbered cards, but at the other three stops only one card was claimed to reach …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.

LEESBURG — At approximately 2:50 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 7, Lutheran EMS, the Leesburg Fire Department and the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded to a one-vehicle rollover accident on 2176 E. Armstrong Road, Leesburg. It was reported one person was being transported by EMS.

WARSAW — August’s First Friday was Cruisin’ in the 80s with Sock Monkeys and the Baker Youth Club. Crowds gathered to “ooh” and “aah” over the vehicles that were around the courtyard square yesterday, Friday, Aug. 5, for the 26th Annual Cruisin’ Hoosier Car Show. Among those attending First Friday were the Bone City Rollers, …read more.

GOSHEN —  Wilson’s Reservoir is set to play an exclusive preview of their upcoming release, The Last Will and Testament of Buck Baker at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 20 at Ignition Music Garage. In partnership with Nimble Wit Productions and 5Core Media, the concert will be filmed and released alongside the album this September. The concert will also …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  — Central Park was crowded with families on Friday, Aug. 5 for the annual Family Carnival. Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department held the event from 6 to 9 p.m. One of the main events of the evening was the 35th annual Big Wheel Championship sponsored by Penguin Point. Each child who raced a big wheel …read more.

WARSAW — Goodwill and Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts will host the Little Black Dress Fashion Show Thursday, Sept. 22, at the Wagon Wheel, Warsaw. They are partnering with WSBT-TV and WAWC-FM / Willie 103.5 to raise funds in support of Wagon Wheel’s Access to the Arts for Children and Goodwill’s Mission. “Wagon Wheel …read more.

WARSAW — Don Reinholt, Warsaw, has visited every state in the U.S. and has been to a number of different countries. He has served in the Armed Forces, played and refereed basketball, participated in numerous long-distance runs and co-owns and operates, along with his sons, a local business. Because of his accomplishments and his love for …read more.

WARSAW — Requests for street closings to host private and public events and payment requests for several projects were among the topics of the Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety meeting Friday morning, Aug. 5.

WARSAW — Every elementary student at Warsaw Community Schools will enjoy all-new PE equipment this year thanks to a new mobile storage unit and a donation by a local doctor. Last spring, PE Teacher Scott Mehlberg was able to purchase a trailer to use as a mobile storage unit, allowing WCS to purchase bigger, better equipment …read more.

WARSAW — “I have concerns, I’m thankful we’re here talking about this today and hoping we stay open (minded). Some will win, some will lose. It is an opportunity, unique, pilot, why not try it,” said Jeff Grose, board of works member. “More time is great, so we can have more discussion.”

WINONA LAKE — Grace College recently announced plans to break ground on the Dr. Dane A. Miller Science Complex at its Winona Lake campus this spring. Now, with a gift of $1 million from K21 Health Foundation, a total of $6.5 million has been raised for this project. The K21 gift was given specifically to …read more.

WARSAW — Steve Zorn, certified instructor of the award-winning FAST Defense empowerment program, is the featured presenter for an anti-abduction course for children ages 8-12 on from noon until 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 27. This course is being offered free to community children. This exciting FAST Defense “Stop Predators FAST” course is designed to …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Kosciusko County Sheriff C. Aaron Rovenstine advised today that he has information related to the current status of Deputy Sheriff Don McCune, who has been previously placed on administrative leave since the shooting incident on July 27, in the town of North Webster. “I have received a letter from Kosciusko County Prosecuting …read more.

WARSAW — “It appears to be an accidental fire, with probable cause of electrical in nature,” stated Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory Fire Chief Michael Wilson on the continued investigation into the Jan. 7 fire of the Warsaw Community Schools bus garage. The fire destroyed the garage along with five buses and mechanical equipment.

NORTH WEBSTER — The cause of a fire at 3795 N. Barbee Road, Thursday afternoon, Aug. 4, is still undetermined at this time. The call was received at approximately 4:45 p.m.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Questa Education Foundation is proud to announce the 2016-2017 Questa Scholars who will receive financial support for their college educations. This year was another record-setting year with almost 350 completed applications from all over our eleven county region in Northeast Indiana.  Thanks to our collaborative programming with communities, seventy Traditional Scholars …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The fourth of six summertime Village at Winona Festival of Music performances will feature barbershop music. The Barbershop Festival will take place at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 7 in the Winona Heritage Room, 901 Park Ave., Winona Lake. Tickets are available at Rocket Fizz, Pottery Bayou and at the door. Prices …read more.

INDIANA — The 2016 Indiana State Fair has officially opened today, Friday, Aug. 5. The fair will remain open until Sunday, Aug. 21 with plenty of activities for the whole family to enjoy. Even though the fair may be a drive for Kosciusko County residents, this year there are local reasons to make the drive. “Beachy,” …read more.

NAPPANEE — The musical comedy “Crazy For You” is currently on stage at Amish Acres Round Barn Theatre in Nappanee. It’s a hit. Don’t miss it.

WINONA LAKE — Incoming eighth-grade students for the 2016-17 year at Lakeland Christian Academy will be required to participate in the DARE program. DARE is a police officer-led series of classroom lessons that teaches children from kindergarten through twelfth grade to resist peer pressure and live productive drug and violence-free lives. Winona Lake Town Marshall …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The four contracted areas of the projects are quickly approaching the substantial completion date of Dec. 27, with final touches being added to each area. Contract A, bid by Selge Construction, covers Shoe Lake, Irish Lake, Sawmill Lake and part of Sechrist and Barbee lakes. Casey Erwin, DLZ project engineer, estimated this area to be 59 percent complete with the majority of laterals installed and grinder stations being placed, as well.

WARSAW — The Oakwood Cemetery Board met Thursday, Aug. 4, to discuss the budget. Oakwood Cemetery Sexton, Hal Heagy, presented the board with the 2017 budget for approval. The budget was pretty standard, but with one increase that was for 90 percent from the 2016 budget amount of $2,200 to the 2017 budget amount of …read more.

By CASSIE JENSEN Director of Marketing, PR and Grant Writing AKRON — As children prepare for school to start at Tippecanoe Valley, the corporation is also preparing activities to engage and excite them. One of the programs that is sure to do this is Akron Elementary’s new makerspace in its school library. The makerspace will …read more.

With over 700 votes tallied, Donald Trump (R) is the presumptive favorite among our readers.  Hillary Clinton (D) is the runner up narrowly passing Libertarian candidate, Gary Johnson, by a mere 22 votes.  Thirty-four votes were still undecided, and a handful of voters wrote in their choice for President.  These choices ranged from Bernie Sanders …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying the person in the picture below. She is a suspect in a debit card theft. The suspect was driving a darker colored Dodge/Chrysler Minivan. If anyone recognizes the person in the photos, they are asked to contact the department at (574) 372-9526. Anonymous …read more.

WARSAW —  Two locals who previously have been hosting pop-up dinner events under the name Rua, are now opening a restaurant under the same name. Entrepreneurs Andrew Jones and Andrew Holladay have become partners in this endeavour to open Rua tentatively this fall. Both Jones and Holladay have grown up in the area and known each …read more.

WARSAW — This Saturday, Aug. 6 the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host the 2016 Competition for skaters at the Mantis Skatepark, 400 Little League Drive in Warsaw. The cost to enter is $5. Registration begins at 9 a.m. The divisions are: Beginner, Novice, Intermediate and Pro. Prizes will be available. For more information, contact the …read more.

WINONA — Winona Lake Officers provided with drug to help reverse the effects of Heroin and Opiate overdoses Winona Lake Police Officers are now carrying nasal naloxone kits also known as Narcan. Narcan has been successful in reversing the effects of heroin and opiate overdoses prior to the arrival of the paramedics. Law enforcement continues …read more.

FULTON COUNTY — Mark A. Jensen, 63, 1923 E. Timberline Circle South, Warsaw, was present today, Thursday, Aug. 4, to offer a plea agreement for the charges of four counts of child exploitation and one count of sexual misconduct with a minor. All charges are class C felonies. Jensen was present with his attorney, Doug …read more.

  NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Fire Department, with a full assist from Turkey Creek Fire Territory and tanker assist from Pierceton Fire Department, are responding to a house fire at 3795 N. Barbee Road. The call was received at approximately 4:50 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4. The initial report was the fire was in the …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Traffic Commission met Wednesday, Aug. 3, to discuss parking spaces and access plans. Richard Hebard of Hebard & Hebard Architects Inc, from South Bend, presented to the board plans for 1st Source Bank’s “right in only” access point from Buffalo Street. The bank has purchased a corner parcel at Buffalo and …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The 2016 Annual Cancer Care Fund of Kosciusko County Dinner, Dance and Auction is being held at Tippecanoe Lake Country Club, North Kalorama Road, Leesburg, at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27. The theme for this year’s event is “A Nautical Night Under the Lights – Set Sail for A Night of Giving.” …read more.

WARSAW — Two area companies, Maple Leaf Farms Inc. and Kosciusko Community Hospital, have signed on to be pacesetters for the 2016 United Way campaign in Kosciusko County. Internal teams of employees at both companies, along with United Way staff, have been working to execute their annual fund drive designed specifically for their employees. Maple …read more.

WARSAW — Around 200 people are expected to gather at the Kosciusko County Courthouse this weekend for one common goal, supporting the legalization of cannabis. The Higher Fellowship is hosting a rally from noon to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 6. The followship is an Indiana organization fighting for the use of hemp for agriculture …read more.

By TRENT SMITH Public Information Officer, Indiana State Police Bremen Post ELKHART COUNTY — A two-month drug investigation by the Indiana State Police ended with three arrests Tuesday morning, Aug. 2, after troopers served a search warrant at an Elkhart home. The state police raided the home located at 141 S. Riverside Drive around 7 a.m. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Despite incurring a violation, Cerulean restaurant, Winona Lake, was a no-show during the regular meeting of the Kosciusko County Alcoholic Beverage Commission, held Thursday, Aug. 4. Excise Officer April Tackett did not state the nature of the violation, but said she would either visit Cerulean personally or send them a letter, reminding them of …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — New grants for the care of Indiana’s water bodies totaling $1,296,000 have been awarded through the Lake and River Enhancement program in the DNR Division of Fish & Wildlife. Kosciusko County agencies received four of the 33 project grants. Grants and dollar amounts were received for: Dam removal on the Tippecanoe River …read more.

WARSAW — Lakeland Christian Academy has announced they will be adding the D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program to their curriculum for the 2016-17 school year.  Lakeland will join with millions of school children around the world who benefit from this highly acclaimed program that gives kids the skills they need to avoid involvement in drugs, …read more.

TVSC employees gathered in the commons at Tippecanoe Valley Middle School for fellowship and presentations by school administrators. Nine new educators were recognized, along with several people who stood out in various ways during the 2015-16 year. The 25-year award went to Alisa Baker and Sherri Washburn. Achieving perfect attendance were Wes Backus and Jeff Shriver. …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is proud to present the annual Family Carnival, an event for the entire family, from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5, in Central Park. Enjoy children’s entertainment, games, activities, face painting, a dunk tank and more. Also, sign-up the kids for the Penguin Point’s …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — A little over a month after Kosciusko Cares debuted their first Teen Film Camp projects, one of the videos has been accepted for a national Film Festival. Fight Night Polite, one of the four films produced during the camp, has been accepted into the All-American High School Film Festival held in New …read more.

WARSAW — Michael “Mike” Ragan was elected the new Kosciusko County Republican Chair by county precinct committeemen and vice committeemen Wednesday evening, Aug. 3. Ragan received the majority of the 94 votes cast over his opponent Tressa Nichols.

With the November election approaching in three months we here at IFN are wondering which presidential candidate best represents our viewing area. Please take a second and cast your vote today. Votes will be tallied and the results will be posted Friday, August 5. All voting is completely anonymous.

WARSAW — The 26th Annual Cruisin’ Hoosiers Car Truck and Motorcycle Show will take place from 4-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5. The Cruisin’ Hoosiers Car Club and Baker Youth Club will be hosting the car show, in conjunction with First Fridays in downtown Warsaw. There is no charge for admission or parking. The gates open …read more.

MILFORD — One individual has been transported to Kosciusko Community Hospital following a two-vehicle accident at CR 300E and Bowser Road. The accident occurred around 8:05 a.m. today, Thursday, Aug. 4.

WARSAW — A Fort Wayne resident has been arrested after allegedly writing more than $5,000 in fraudulent checks. In February, the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department received a call from a local bank stating Christine Francies, 37, 9905 Oak Trail Road, Fort Wayne, had deposited a check with them on Dec. 21, 2015, for $5,000, on an …read more.

COLLIER COUNTY, FLA — Alexander D. Jackson, 24, Milford, was on one year probation when he was arrested Monday, Aug. 1, and subsequently charged with five counts related to the July 27 shooting in North Webster. The probation began Feb. 22, in Collier County, Fla., for a criminal mischief charge, a level 3 felony, which occurred on Marco Island Jan. 10. A battery charge, a misdemeanor, was dismissed.

WARSAW — Merdena Lister is the winner of the Old Jail Museum’s Oldest T-shirt Contest. The 1991 t-shirt belonged to Lister’s son, Neil, who was a student at Whitko High School when the Wildcats were in the final four in the state basketball championship. This feat was accomplished when the state tournament was one class, before …read more.

WARSAW — Big Brothers Big Sisters will hold its fifth Annual BIG Ride for Kids’ Sake at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 6, to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters serving Kosciusko County. The event provides riders with the chance to enjoy the open air during a 100-mile motorcycle ride throughout Kosciusko County starting at Big Brother …read more.

WARSAW — Troupe Almas Fe Al Khan and Shimmy Mob will present the Henna Hafla Fundraiser from 5-9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10. to benefit the Beaman Home. The event will be held above the Law Offices of Travis J. McConnell, 116 Buffalo St., Warsaw. Artists of Henna Muse and bellydance performances will be featured at …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Approximately 3,000 jobs will be available as more than 70 employers gather from 1-4 p.m. Monday, Aug. 8, in the Walb Student Union at Indiana University-Purdue University, Fort Wayne. Job seekers will have the chance to meet with representatives from potential employers and to network. WorkOne and the IPFW Office of Career Services will host a …read more.

PIERCETON — Pierceton Days is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 5 and Saturday, Aug. 6. The theme this year is Happy 150 Birthday Pierceton. The following is a schedule of events occurring this weekend. Friday Aug. 5  8:00 a.m. Garage sale begins in town Noon: All vendors open, penguins bounce house and entertainment, Mel’s pony rides and …read more.

WARSAW — During the regular monthly meeting of the Kosciusko County Area Planning Commission Wednesday, Aug. 3, in Warsaw, the APC recommended approval for vacation of a platted easement off Bouse Drive on the north side of Sechrist Lake in Tippecanoe Township. It is located in the second addition to the Springbrook Park subdivision. Steve Snyder, attorney representing petitioners Judd and Nancy Mason, said the small strip of acreage is not a public way but a platted easement. He added there is a state statute allowing the county commissioners to vacate platted easements.

WARSAW — Property zoned industrial near Syracuse, but which seems to be better suited zoned commercial is one step closer to being rezoned.

WARSAW — The presence of “Scabby” the inflatable rat near the Washington STEM Academy construction site has caused a local stir. Ed Maher of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150, who own “Scabby,” addressed statements Warsaw Community Schools Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert made earlier today expressing concerns over the safety of the protest and whether the …read more.

NOBLESVILLE — Black Sabbath  with special guests Rival Sons will be coming to the Klipsch Music Center at 7:30 p.m.  Friday, Sept. 2. Tickets are on sale now at Klipsch Music Center box office, all Ticketmaster outlets, Ticketmaster.com, LiveNation.com or by calling 800-745-3000. Black Sabbath played a major role in the development of heavy metal. …read more.

WARSAW — The Fort Wayne Chapter of SCORE announces the grand opening of a new branch office in Warsaw. The date of the grand opening at 5-7 p.m. Aug. 9 and will be held in conjunction with a SCORE Sponsored workshop, “How to Start Your Own Business.” The workshop will be held at the Kosciusko Chamber …read more.

WARSAW — “Scabby” the inflatable rat is going to school, but not to learn the three Rs. The now-familiar mascot of the Union of Operating Engineers Local 150 has been spotted outside the Washington STEM academy construction site in protest of G&G Hauling and Excavating Inc.’s use of MacAllister Machinery Company Inc. as a contractor. …read more.

SYRACUSE — Re-opening with almost a whole new crew, Pizza Hut made its big debut by cutting the ribbon at 4:30 p.m. Aug. 2, in Syracuse,signifying the end to its construction. The new Pizza Hut has expanded its menu to include 10 flavors of wings, new sandwiches, salads and many new offers.

WARSAW — As the start of another school year approaches, the associated costs loom dark and heavy over many families’ heads. Until 4:30 p.m. today, Combined Community Services and a list of other local organizations are at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds for the annual Tools for Schools giveaway. Those in search of school supplies can bring …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee’s school board held a special meeting Tuesday, Aug. 2, to swear in a new member, Don Bokhart, and give permission to advertise the 2017 budget. The board also approved two new administrative employees: Sandra Weaver, replacing Wendy Hite as the corporation’s director of special education, and Cory Schutz, Steve Wiktorowski’s replacement as …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw teen Mason Metzger, 17, has a dream to inspire others. Metzger, who will be a senior at Warsaw Community High School, has already applied a mission statement to his life: “to inspire and equip all people, be a shining light to the world and share my story with others.” Metzger is not far …read more.

SYRACUSE — Roll out for the 1:1 initiative computer devices for Wawasee Community School Corp. students will begin Monday, Aug. 8. Due to construction at Wawasee High School, dates and times were changed.

WARSAW — Depuy Synthes has donated a unique, rear-projection, glass touch screen interactive display system to Lakeland Christian Academy. The system consists of a large, glass display embedded with a special material that turns the glass into a huge touch screen. Also included was a high-tech laptop computer with Bose surround sound and special software …read more.

[weaver_youtube qc6aUhjoT18 rel=0] (Video and photos by Deb Patterson) LEESBURG — An Illinois man and a Cromwell teen are in critical condition following a two-vehicle accident at CR 700N and CR 200E. The accident occurred around 2:56 p.m. Emergency personnel arrived and extracted five individuals from two separate vehicles. Benito Lozano, 34, Auroa, Ill., was …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputies and emergency personnel responded at approximately 1:21 p.m. this afternoon, Tuesday, Aug. 2, near the intersection of U.S. 30 and CR 200W, Warsaw, after receiving a 911 call about an overturned vehicle. Responders arrived and found a male subject unconscious and critical, pinned underneath a red, 1993 Jeep Wrangler. Attempts to …read more.

INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Environmental Management has declared tomorrow, Wednesday Aug. 3, is an Air Quality Action Day for St. Joseph and Elkhart Counties. This means meteorologists have forecasted weather conditions will be conducive to high levels of ozone pollution. These actions will help lower emissions that contribute to the formation of ozone: Bike, …read more.

WARSAW — In the midst of summer’s heat, Special Olympic coordinators’ thoughts are already turning to colder weather as they plan the 2017 Polar Plunge fundraiser. Event organizers are already seeking groups brave enough to take the plunge. According to Special Olympics Northwest Regional Manger Buzz Lail, last year’s Warsaw event drew 75 people. This year, the …read more.

WARSAW — Barbee Lakes Property Owner’s Association will host a seven-card study poker paddle fudnraiser from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6. Participants are asked to arrive at 9 a.m. to pay their entrance fee, sign the release/waiver of responsibility and have an opportunity to learn about and/or join the BLPOA. In case …read more.

WHITLEY COUNTY — The Whitley County Sheriff’s Department is seeking the public’s help locating a missing person. Marcus Wolfe is a 19-year-old male and is missing from Whitley County. He was last seen leaving a residence east of Columbia City at 930 p.m. Monday, July 25, and was believed to be traveling home to South …read more.

AKRON — The Tippecanoe Valley High School Fellowship of Christian Athletes invites the community to participate in a time of back-to-school community prayer at Tippecanoe Valley High School at 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 7. TVHS FCA members will host a time of prayer at the high school, then dismiss for the participants to travel to other Valley schools to walk the …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Sun King Brewery will host the fourth annual Sun King CANvitational canned craft beer festival in downtown Indianapolis at 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10. Located on the west block of Georgia  Street, known for Super Bowl XLVI festivities and the famed Pan Am Plaza, this year’s CANvitational will showcase more than 50 …read more.

Marion — A ceremony will take place to honor Prisoners of War and those Missing in Action. The ceremony is set for 9:30 a.m. to noon Friday, Sept. 16, at the Indiana VA Medical Center, Marion, in the recreation clinic building. Individuals interested in coming are asked to RSVP by Sept. 7 to Sonja McPherson at …read more.