SYRACUSE — An accident at 6:30 a.m. today, June 9, on Harkless Drive, north of Bowser Road, will have approximately 46 customers without power for most of the day. Harkless Drive between Bowser Road and the entrance to Oakwood Resort will remain closed until repairs are complete. Syracuse Police Officer Capt. Calvin Kline reports the …read more.

WARSAW — This year’s Northern Indiana Lakes Festival on June 11 and 12 will feature several new events, including the Crawfish Adventure Race, presented by Metzger’s Outdoors, and Paddle Wars, presented by P4C Paddlers for Conservation. The Lakes Festival is an annual celebration of our local lakes and waterways held at Central Park in Warsaw.The festivities …read more.

WARSAW — Miss Indiana State Fair 2016, Tate Fritchley, made a visit to Kosciusko County last night, Wednesday, June 8. Fritchley is traveling to 48 different Indiana locations before the state fair in August to give county fair queen contestants advice on the fair queen process. Fritchley is the 58th Miss Indiana State Fair. Fritchley is …read more.

By CRAIG J. ALLEBACH Coordinator, Kosicusko County DUI Taskforce Indiana KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — County and local law enforcement agencies participating in the Kosciusko County DUI Taskforce will continue to conduct roving patrols and sobriety checkpoints during June. The next scheduled roving patrols and sobriety checkpoint will be from 10 p.m. Friday, June 10 to 2 …read more.

From left are Brent, Lake and Christi Price. Christi will be a guest speaker at an upcoming event for MS caretakers. (Photo provided) WINONA LAKE — When Christi Price’s husband, Brent, was diagnosed in 2001 with multiple sclerosis at age 39, her initial reaction was fear. But then, the Prices’ 11-year-old son, Lake, received the same diagnosis. “I knew …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — You live next door to someone who is having their property developed and that could mean the landscape is altered. If so, it could also mean it would affect where the water after a rain drains to.

WARSAW — With the approach of the summer months comes summer vacation and freedom from academic responsibilities for the vast majority of the student population. Even so there are some who have historically found that the existence of summer school will be restricting their summer freedom. However, summer school programs in the Warsaw area are …read more.

WARSAW — “Scabby” the inflatable Rat returned to Warsaw this morning, Wednesday, June 8, but this time, INDOT has asked him to leave. The International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150 continues its protest of MacAllister Equipment for the company’s decision not to unionize. They have also been protesting other local businesses for contracting with MacAllister. Earlier today, …read more.

NAPPANEE — Nappanee Fire Department and Nappanee EMS along with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded to a two-vehicle accident. The accident was on SR 19 north of CR 1050N in front of L&M Foods. The driver of a Ford cargo van was transported by Nappanee EMS to Bremen Hospital. The driver of a Chevrolet …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Chicago man was arrested Saturday, June 4, for fraud. Mene D. Whatley, 24, 10737 S. Lowe Ave., Chicago, Ill., is being charged on two counts of fraud, both level 6 felonies. On Oct. 20, 2015, a Waterloo Wisconsin Police Officer, Sgt. Tracy Thom, responded to a credit card complaint. When Thom spoke …read more.

Leesburg Pied Eyed Petey’s  8 p.m. to midnight Friday, June 10, Karaoke. 8 p.m. to midnight Saturday, June 11, The United Band. Warsaw Danny’s Sports Bar 10 p.m. Friday, June 10,  karaoke. Saturday, June 11,  live music  with Shots Fired Reloaded. Spike’s Beach Grill Friday, June 10, Coda Legacy. $4 cover charge. Barbee Hotel 9 …read more.

WARSAW — Arista Ann Butcher, 23, 4031 N. Old Port Road, Warsaw, was taken into custody, Sunday, June 5, and is being charged with possession of a narcotic drug, a level 6 felony; possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony and operating a vehicle while intoxicated, a class C misdemeanor. On April 6, Officer Joseph …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw-Wayne Township Fire Territory met Tuesday, June 7, to discuss reports and promotions. Michael Brubaker was promoted to captain of the fire department. He began his duties June 5. Mayor Joe Thallemer said, “I’m very appreciative to see that, because I know when Mike was ready to step down as chief and …read more.

WARSAW — A Leesburg resident has been taken to the hospital after his moped collided with a vehicle in the parking lot at Tecomet, Warsaw. Crews responded at approximately 2:59 p.m. Tuesday, June 7, to an accident involving a vehicle and a moped. According to police reports, Angela R. Herford, 23, West Spring Street, Etna Green was driving her gray …read more.

By EILEEN OAKS The Watershed Foundation Marketing and Outreach Specialist NORTH WEBSTER — Clean, abundant water is a valuable resource. Hoosier Riverwatch, a Department of Environmental Management education program, hosts workshops around the state to train people to monitor local streams, rivers and lakes. The next volunteer stream monitoring workshop is at the North Webster …read more.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Jackie Walorski (IN-02) Tuesday, June 7, joined Speaker of the House Paul Ryan (WI-01) and several of their colleagues to unveil a set of policy proposals aimed at reforming anti-poverty programs and expanding opportunity. They visited House of Help City of Hope in the Anacostia neighborhood of Washington, D.C., where …read more.

KALAMAZOO COUNTY, Mich. — Newschannel 3 has learned that at least five people have been killed on North Westnedge, near Markin Glen Park, just north of Kalamazoo, after a group of bicyclists were struck from behind by a blue Chevy pickup truck. It happened around 6:30 p.m. Tuesday evening. All of those killed were bicyclists …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Dee M. Moore, North Manchester, was unanimously elected by Democrat Precinct Committeemen in District 18 Tuesday evening, June 7. Moore will oppose incumbent Republican candidate State Rep. David Wolkins in the November State Rep. District 18 race.

SYRACUSE — During a very brief special Wawasee school board meeting late Tuesday afternoon, June 7, in Syracuse, the board approved the resignation letter submitted by Mike Schmidt, principal of Wawasee High School. Schmidt’s resignation will be effective June 30.

ELKHART — The Lerner Theatre crowd will get to be part of the show as Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood bring comedy improv to the Lerner Theatre. Mochrie and Sherwood were part of the ensemble nominated for an Emmy Award on Drew Carey’s “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” They continue to take audience suggestions, no …read more.

The Papers Inc. is one of six defendants in a civil lawsuit filed Monday, June 6, by Atta Belle Helman and Larry Dwayne Helman, 9174 E. Doswell Blvd., Cromwell. The suit stems from the death of Atta Helman’s son and Larry Helman’s twin brother, Gary Helman, on Aug. 25, 2014. The Helmans are requesting a …read more.

MILFORD — The Indiana Bicentennial Forever stamp bearing a photograph taken near Milford is now available for purchase through the U.S. Postal Service. The occasion was marked today, Tuesday, June 7, at the Indiana Statehouse during the First-Day-of-Issue Stamp Dedication Ceremony. Former Milford resident Michael Matti was driving through the countryside outside the small town when he stopped to take …read more.

By CHAD HILL Communications Division, Public Information Office, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department MENTONE — The Allen County Coroner’s Office has released information that the bicyclist from the Sunday evening crash in Kosciusko County has died. Allen County officials stated that Dung Nguyen, 45, Astoria, N.Y., died Monday, June 6, of injuries that he sustained after …read more.

SYRACUSE — A minor personal injury accident happened about 2:30 p.m. at the access road near the intersection of Pickwick Drive and Huntington Street in Syracuse, today, Tuesday, June 7. According to Syracuse Police, the Ford F-150 was traveling north on the access road as the Buick Lucerne was heading west. The pickup driver didn’t …read more.

WARSAW — Crews responded to a car vs moped accident in Tecomet parking lot located at, CR 486W and CR 350N, Warsaw. The driver of the moped was transported with injuries.

WARSAW – The Warsaw Motorsports Complex will hold its first events in July.

WARSAW — Warsaw Fire Department is responding to an accident on Buffalo And Prairie Street. At least three vehicles were involved and two people were transported to the hospital.

WARSAW — North Pointe Cinemas in Warsaw will be offering their Free Family Film Festival again this summer for everyone to enjoy. The movies will be shown at 10 a.m. each Wednesday with the doors opening at 9 a.m. The first movie of the summer, Home (PG), will be shown tomorrow, June 8. The schedule for the …read more.

WARSAW — Free lunches are being offered in area parks starting yesterday, Monday, June 6, and continuing through Friday, July 29. “We’re super excited about it,” said Stacie Light, assistant director of Food Services for Warsaw Community Schools. “We love going in there and seeing the kids have fun and get a nutritious meal,” she continued. …read more.

WARSAW — A resolution authorizing the city to apply for the Stellar Community Designation was unanimously approved by Warsaw Common Council Monday evening, June 6.

WARSAW — Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc. and LDR Holding Corporation, a global medical device company that designs and commercializes novel, proprietary surgical technologies to treat spine disorders, announced Tuesday, June 7, both boards of directors have approved a definitive agreement under which Zimmer Biomet will commence a tender offer to acquire all of the outstanding shares …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw’s regular common council meeting was extended an extra hour Monday evening, June 6, to hear residents’ concerns and complaints on the city’s new trash pick up procedures.

MISHAWAKA — U.S. Rep. Jackie Walorski (IN-02) today announced that a member of her staff will be holding office hours throughout the 2nd District this month to assist constituents with casework and official business. Residents who cannot attend the listed office hours are encouraged to call (574) 204-2645 to schedule an appointment. The Mishawaka District Office, …read more.

WARSAW — Preliminary budget figures on the six Tax Increment Finance districts within Warsaw were presented to the members of the Warsaw Redevelopment Commission, Monday afternoon, June 6. No action was necessary, however action will be addressed at the July 5 meeting.

MENTONE — A failed pipeline topped discussion during the regular meeting of the Mentone Town Council Monday evening, June 6. According to James Emans, Emans Engineering, Bremen, approximately 500 feet of pipe beneath Main Street has failed. Emans and Water Superintendent Josh Shephard called on a company from Rochester to send a camera through the pipeline to …read more.

WARSAW — A crowd of parents and children gathered at Center Lake Park at 11 a.m. today, Monday, June 6, in order to take in Stories In The Park. As the children gathered, reader Lynelle Vogel set up her story books and prepared to read. “We’ve been doing this program for 10 or more years… maybe it’s …read more.

PEIRCETON — Matthew Lee Robertson, 34, 4330 E. CR 100S, Pierceton, was arrested Saturday, June 4, on domestic battery with a child under 16 present, a level 6 felony and domestic battery, a Class A misdemeanor. Officer Joel Popenfoose, of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, responded to a domestic battery at the home of Robertson …read more.

WARSAW — The Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning to the Montreal, Quebec, Canada, plant of Zimmer-Biomet Inc. pertaining to requirement nonconformities. The Food and Drug Administration performed an inspection of the facility, ORTHOsoft Inc., earlier in May and completed the required Form 483 listing observations made during the inspection, including violations. It was …read more.

Happy National Yo-Yo Day, celebrated every June 6 in honor of the birthday of Donald F. Duncan Sr., who made the toy a commercial success in the United States. He was not the first, however, to market the toy in this country. That distinction goes to Pedro Flores, a busboy at a Santa Monica, Calif. …read more.

WARSAW — Adam Lee Morton, 36, 928 E. Northfield Blvd., Murfreesboro, Tenn., was taken into custody by the Warsaw Police Department, Saturday, June 4, on four counts of child solicitation, a level 5 felony; possession of child pornography, a level 6 felony; and three counts of dissemination of matter harmful to minors, a level 6 …read more.

PIERCETON — Recent works by local oil painting artist Steve Creighton and photography by area photographer Michael Kimble will be featured at Lakeland Art Association’s Gallery Wednesday, June 8 through Saturday, July 2. Creighton’s oil paintings have won numerous awards including multiple “Best of Show” distinctions and are held by private collectors in states across …read more.

SOUTH Bend — The South Bend Elks Lodge 235 presents a tribute concert to three of the biggest artists in popular music! Doug Church as Elvis, Steve Bobbitt as Rod Stewart and Jeff Roberts as Roy Orbison will be performing at 5 p.m. Saturday, June 25, a t3535 E. McKinley Ave. This event is open to …read more.

[weaver_youtube YpKqNBD-DP0 rel=0]   WARSAW — The Lake City Skiers held their first show of the season this past Sunday, June 5 at Hidden Lake in Warsaw. This season marks the 27th year that the Lake City Skiers have performed, for free, for the public. “The show went pretty good. It always takes a little time …read more.

By 1ST. SGT. CHAD HILL Communications Division/Public Information Officer, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department MENTONE — Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Deputies and emergency personnel responded Sunday night at 10:03 p.m. to the area of SR 19 and CR 600S after a 911 report of a bicyclist being struck. Officers and first responders located a male subject, …read more.

SYRACUSE — Native plants and creating a rain garden were topics of the annual Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation Lake Talk and Eats Saturday, June 4. This annual event, held the first Saturday of each month June through August, provides educational information relating to water quality protection.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Farmer’s Market has added a new kid’s program. Power of Produce (POP) Club is a nationwide club designed to help children engage in their local food system. This past market, June 4, was the first time the Kosciusko County Farmer’s Market held this club and they will continue providing it each Saturday until July …read more.

Wawasee High School had its graduation Sunday, June 5. With a packed gym, 214 students graduated Sunday, June 5.
(Photos by Phoebe Muthart)

WARSAW — Raise the Dough hosted their 3rd Annual Adoption Fundraiser at 7:30 a.m. Friday, June 3 at the Silveus Insurance location in Warsaw. The fundraiser is set up to help Raise the Dough raise money for families wishing to adopt. Raise the Dough is a nonprofit organization with a mission to “raise funds for …read more.

NORTHERN INDIANA — Would you like to know where milk comes from and how it is produced? This summer, you can see for yourself by journeying along the Northern Indiana Dairy Trail for an up close look at modern milk production. The event, to be held on two consecutive Saturdays in June, plus one more …read more.

BLOOMINGTON – The Warsaw Unified track team won a state championship Saturday.

WINONA LAKE — The first day of the 2016 Village at Winona Art Fair brought rain, but it also brought art fans from all over to browse artists’ wares. Umbrellas added to the array of colors as potters, glassworkers, painters, photographers and jewelry makers displayed their goods under the relatively dry safety of small tents. Some of the artists …read more.

MENTONE — The 2016 Mentone Egg Festival took place June 2 through June 4. The parade of the festival was accompanied by cloudy skies on Saturday, June 4, yet this did not scare the loyal spectators. The “Back In The Day” themed parade was opened by the fire, police and medical department vehicles, blasting their …read more.

WARSAW — Crews are responding to an accident in the westbound lane of U.S. 30 at Detroit Street. There were attempts to set up a landing zone, however the rain prevented this. At the time Ink Free News was on site, it was unclear how many people were to be transported, however the occupants of at least …read more.

WARSAW — Kids and their families fished for fun Saturday morning, June 4, at Center Lake for the annual Kids’ Fishing Derby. Approximately 35 participants signed up to try their hand at catching the biggest fish of the day. Judging took place in four age groups, including age 2-4, 5-8, 9-12 and 13-26. There was …read more.

By ANDREA NEAL The date was July 4, 1894. The location was Pumpkinvine Pike 3 miles east of Kokomo. Elwood Haynes had hauled his newfangled carriage — a horseless one no less — to the edge of the city for a test drive. He unhitched the horses that towed it there, mounted the driver’s seat …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko Cares Film Camp invites local teens, ages 13-18, to audition for upcoming film camp projects. Audition time slots are available between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Friday, June 10, at Tourmaline, Warsaw. Details about roles and projects will be announced June 8. Chosen actors will rehearse and film 9 a.m. to 1 …read more.

WARSAW — On Friday, June 3, close to 500 students crossed the stage, accepted their diplomas and became Warsaw Community High School graduates. The 2016 graduation ceremony was held in the Tiger Den of Warsaw Community High School at 7 p.m. The ceremony started with welcome introductions by Principal Troy Akers and Neema Patel, student …read more.

[weaver_youtube cY7_kvBFzsE rel=0] WARSAW — Downtown Warsaw was the place to be Friday evening, June 3, as crowds gathered for a 1950s-themed First Friday. Local vendors and nonprofit organizations lined the streets while the smell of local food filled the air. An Elvis impersonator hip-swiveled on stage, performing favorite tunes by the King of Rock-n-Roll. Lucy, …read more.

WARSAW — During a busy First Friday, a group gathered around the memorial at the Kosciusko County Courthouse to witness the official unveiling of the Walk-n-Wander statues. Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer, Paulette Davis, Suzie Light and Julie Parke of the Warsaw Public Arts Commission gathered for the occasion. A black cloth was placed over the Abraham Lincoln …read more.

WARSAW — Jordan Anderson punched a ticket to regional Friday afternoon while the rest of the area’s golfers had a rough time.

  MILFORD — Thirty-four years ago this week, Stanley Price opened Price Auto Repair, 11517 SR 15, in Milford. Friday, June 3, he was present at the ribbon cutting for a new building, owned and operated by his son Lee. The ribbon cutting comes 10 months after a fire devastated the previous building. “I appreciate …read more.

    WINONA LAKE — As the Indiana Bicentennial approaches, the history that surrounds the county becomes more and more relevant. For the next few weeks, “A Summer For History” will produce a story a week concerning a different museum located in Kosciusko County. The Billy Sunday Home Museum, located at 1111 Sunday Lane, Winona …read more.

WARSAW — It was a short meeting for the Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety this morning Friday, June 3. Business consisted of signing of a contract, pay applications on two projects, travel requests and payroll reports.

By RICH MYERS Public Information Officer, Indiana State Police INDIANAPOLIS — A law that had been on the Indiana books as a misdemeanor, and was inadvertently removed, has been reinstated as a class “C” infraction. Beginning July 1, IC 9-26-1-1.2 is added to the Indiana Code as a new section and states, “If, after an …read more.

WARSAW — Kyle Bradford, 25, 1113 E. Fort Wayne St., Warsaw, and who also is shown with an address of 8912 E. 500N, North Webster, was arrested early today, Friday, June 3, on charges of possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony, possession of marijuana, a class B misdemeanor, and probation violation stemming from an August 2014 charge of dealing methamphetamine. The possession of marijuana charge was enhanced to a class A misdemeanor due to a Feb. 23 drug conviction.

WINONA LAKE — The Center for Lakes & Streams completed a study this spring profiling the economic impact of the lakes in Kosciusko County. The study conservatively estimated the total value of Kosciusko County lakes to be approximately $313 million annually. With more than 100 lakes in Kosciusko County, local water resources are a huge …read more.

WARSAW — During its Wednesday, June 1, meeting, the Kosciusko County Area Planning Commission received two letters from two passionate Wawasee High School students, hoping to see the inclusion of laying hens to the school’s agriculture programming. The hens would be kept year-round outside in coops and would allow students, who live in residential areas …read more.

WARSAW — A petition to rezone 3 acres, located on the south side of Hatchery Road and along the east side of CR 850E, met resistance at the Kosciusko County Area Planning Commission’s regular meeting Wednesday, June 1, from both the public and APC members. Andrew Rossell, engineer and owner of AR Engineering, spoke on …read more.

PLYMOUTH — Kayline R. Campbell, 22, Plymouth, has been charged with sexual misconduct, a level 4 felony, and booked in the Marshall County Jail Thursday, June 2. She is reportedly a supervising employee of a group home in Plymouth.

AKRON — As the school year ends, Tippecanoe Valley foreign exchange students Luca Jeckstadt, Germany, Rafael Zebende, Brazil, and Carl Walter, Germany, prepare to say goodbye to friends, host families and the country they called home for a year. A strong love of American football brought Jeckstadt to Indiana, where he played for the Tippecanoe …read more.

Ker Park potential redesign BY TIM DOMBROSKY Warsaw Assistant City Planner WARSAW — If selected as a Stellar Communities designee, one of Warsaw’s Stellar plans shows how Ker neighborhood park will be renovated and expanded to include a playground for children ages 2-5, a new picnic shelter and a new, accessible, neighborhood water feature for …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Lakeland Regional Sewer District board members met for the regular monthly meeting Thursday evening, June 2. The focus of the night revolved around the progress of the four contracted areas and the positive feedback from customers around the district.

WARSAW — The Lighthouse Autism Center in Warsaw has been providing therapy to children under 7 years old since 2013. But due to a recent expansion in its facility, the center will now be able to provide therapy to children up to 12 years old. The new expansion, which took over a year to complete, …read more.

WARSAW — Love is in the air at Warsaw’s Wagon Wheel Center of the Arts Theatre as “Beauty and the Beast” opens the 2016 summer season.

SILVER LAKE — Since 2006, Kosciusko County wildlife enthusiasts have enjoyed the ACRES Wildwood Nature Preserve, drawn by its size and the variety of habitats that make it a unique destination. In fact, Wildwood is part of a distinctive and evolving network of lands set aside not only for preservation of natural habitats, but sustainable …read more.

BREMEN — The Town of Bremen Water Department is going to be working on a water main that supplies water to homes in the 200 and 300 Block of N. Alexander St. starting at 7:30 a.m. Monday, June 6. In order to preform this work, they will temporarily shut off the water service to homes. …read more.

NORTHERN INDIANA — Indiana Conservation Officers in District One have been busy responding to several serious incidents this week involving ATVs. One Indiana Conservation Officer alone, Matt Maher, has responded to three off road vehicle crashes.

WARSAW — The Oakwood Cemetery board meeting on Thursday, June 2, was short and to the point. The meeting started with President of the cemetery board, Dave Baumgartner, making sure Oakwood Cemetery Sexton Hal Heagy knows he’s appreciated for all he does in the cemetery, “I want to take a moment just to say I, being …read more.

BENTON — Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department and the Elkhart County Coroner’s Office are investigating the cause of the death of 82-year-old Lyle Burtsfield, found deceased in the water along the banks of the Elkhart River. Burtsfield resided near the river.

SYRACUSE — Summer robotics camps will be offered at Wawasee High School.

BY GLENDA MOSER Administrative Assistant, City of Warsaw Wastewater Utility WARSAW — Starting Early Monday Morning June 6, Lake Street will closed between Jefferson Street to Winona Avenue. The closure will be for 10 days for sewer line installation for the new bank going in.

SOUTH BEND — REAL Services is turning 50 and the community is invited to learn more about it and the programs it offers. When the Studebaker plant closed its doors in 1963, thousands of workers in St. Joseph County were suddenly unemployed, including many older-generation workers who had no other training or experience. Help came in 1966 …read more.

WARSAW — Two people have been transported to the hospital following a three-vehicle accident on Detroit Street, Warsaw.

WARSAW — A mobile home fire occurred at Green Acres Mobile Home Park, 1692 CR 200E, Warsaw around 2:40 p.m. on Thursday, June 2. Warsaw Fire, Plain Township Fire, Winona Lake Fire and Lutheran EMS responded the the scene. At the time of the fire the residents weren’t home. One puppy was left in the trailer and …read more.

WARSAW — A local restaurant is one step closer to opening after the Kosciusko County Alcoholic Beverage Board approved transfer of a beer, wine and liquor license. The approval came during the board’s regular meeting Thursday afternoon, June 2. Andrew Jones, a partner of Flume LLC, came before the board to request transfer of the permit. He explained …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Eileen Oaks, marketing and outreach specialist for The Watershed Foundation and Theresa Sailor, watershed coordinator for the Clean Waters Partnership, received the Professional Certificate in Watershed Management from Purdue University, recognizing their completion of Indiana Watershed Leadership Academy, at a ceremony in Indianapolis May 25. Indiana Watershed Leadership Academy builds local capacity …read more.

WARSAW — Lutheran EMS and the Leesburg Fire Department responded to an accident on North Greenwood Drive, Warsaw, between a child and a mail truck. The child has been transported to Parkview Hospital with head injuries of a non-critical nature, according to police on the scene.

The protester’s sign, set up next to the road in front of Wihebrink Landscaping. Wihebrink Landscaping sign, outside of their location on SR 15, just north of Warsaw. WARSAW — For the past few months the Local 105 chapter of the International Union of Operating Engineers has been protesting MacAllister Rentals, a local store which rents …read more.

The Argonne Road Streetscape Project WARSAW — The City of Warsaw is bringing 10 Stellar Community projects, two each week, to the public and asking for feedback. These projects are all just ideas at the moment, which means the public’s feedback could be implemented into the future design of the the projects. The first project …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — This week begins the 100-day countdown to the start of the Indiana Bicentennial Torch Relay, when the 3,200-mile journey through Indiana’s 92 counties kicks off Sept, 9. The torch relay is the premier event of the bicentennial and will highlight Indiana’s achievements, ingenuity and influence and give generations of Hoosiers the opportunity to …read more.

WARSAW — Water For Good is a charity built around the purpose of helping those without easy access to clean water. The charity builds wells and offers training so those wells can be maintained by the people whom they’re built to help. This charity already has major support in the community through a bracelet shop …read more.

ELKHART — On Wednesday, June 1, President Obama visited Concord Community High School for the second time during his presidency. Concord High School students, staff and graduating seniors made up the majority of the audience. The remaining tickets were distributed on Tuesday morning, May 31. Before the speech even started all of the available seats were …read more.

WARSAW — The City of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host a free concert at the Central Park Plaza at 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday, June 3. Don’t miss out on Kris Hitchcock for some boot stomping country. Bring lawn chairs or a favorite blanket and enjoy the evenings perfect weather for an …read more.

NEW BUFFALO, Mich. — The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians’ Four Winds Casinos are pleased to announce a concert by legendary power-pop collective Cheap Trick at Four Winds New Buffalo’s Silver Creek Event Center starting 8:30 p.m. Friday, August 5. Hotel and dinner packages are available for the night of the concert. Tickets can be …read more.

NOBLESVILLE — Def Leppard will return to Klipsch Music Center this summer due to overwhelming demand, with special guests REO Speedwagon and Tesla. With 100 million records sold worldwide and two prestigious Diamond Awards to their credit, the group’s spectacular concerts, filled with powerful melodic rock anthems, continue to sell out venues worldwide. For the …read more.

NAPPANEE — Elvis Presley’s hits roar to life on The Round Barn Theatre Stage in the American Jukebox Musical “All Shook Up.” It is sure to have audiences dancin’ in the aisles and jumpin’ out of their blue suede shoes. This mad-cap musical comedy, based on William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night and told through the songs …read more.

WARSAW — Today, June 1, marks the official beginning of the Summer Season with “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast” taking the stage at 8 p.m. To catch the tale as old as time, get to the Wagon Wheel Theatre before June 11. The Corporate-satire “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying” runs June 15 …read more.

Leesburg Pie Eyed Petey’s 8 p.m. to midnight Friday, June 3, Karaoke. 8 p.m. to midnight Saturday, June 4, The Hipposonics. Pierceton The Post 7-10 p.m. Friday, June 3, Karaoke. 9:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. Saturday, June 4, Gunslinger. Silver Lake The Silver Inn 9:30 p.m. Saturday, June 4, Karaoke with Chris Cage. Syracuse Oakwood …read more.

ELKHART — Today, Wednesday, June 1, President Obama visited Elkhart County for two speaking events. The first event was hosted at Concord Community High School at 3:30 p.m. There, Obama delivered an hour-long speech about what he called the myths and truths of the economy in Elkhart and similar American communities. The speech began with …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton School Memorial Tribute is a dream come true for the 700-member Pierceton High School Alumni Association. The tribute has been completed on the site of the old school at the entrance to the new elementary school in Pierceton. Becky Gregory, association president, says the tribute is a community project that has …read more.