CHICAGO — When members of the Chicago Police Department learned about Madison Pruitt’s wish to be a police officer as she battles terminal cancer, they had a whole day set up just for her.

OSWEGO — Two people police had been attempting to locate, on multiple active warrants, were arrested this morning, Friday, April 8, in the Oswego area, near Tippecanoe Lake. Hannah Marie Brown, 23, Warsaw, and Steven Paul Gasaway, 25, Warsaw, were located by police after a foot pursuit. Brown has been arrested for felony corruption business …read more.

SOUTH BEND — The summer months of 2016 will bring a variety of Shakespearian events to Notre Dame, including: ‘The Tempest,’ Shakespeare’s magical tale of shipwreck and salvation. Set during the golden age of sea exploration, the Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival’s Professional Company production of “The Tempest” will be enhanced by modern circus arts including aerial acrobatics …read more.

ELKHART COUNTY — The easiest way to calm a kid down may be candy and a movie. For an autistic Elkhart County teen, he’d rather run with police. A sheriff’s deputy took the young man under his wing, after a 911 call earlier this year ended in a jog. Seven runs later, Lt. Casey Lehman and Jack (name changed for privacy reasons) are keeping pace.

WARSAW — Road repairs, facility upgrades and equipment trade-ins were the topics of the cemetery board meeting Thursday, April 7. Oakwood Cemetery Sexton Hal Heagy talked to the board about road repairs that need to be taken care of. He said, “If we don’t get them fixed now we’re going to have some major problems.” Heagy told …read more.

TIPPECANOE — Tracy Lynn Hunsberger, 46, Argos, was airlifted from the scene of an accident to Memorial Hospital in South Bend. According to Marshall County Sheriff’s Department, emergency personnel were called at 8:49 p.m. Thursday, April 7, to a single vehicle into a building at 18082 SR 331, Tippecanoe. The investigation determined a 1999 Ford …read more.

By MICHELLE WHITMAN Publicist, Key Marketing Group NORTHERN INDIANA — A pair of local authors have announced the release of their new books. Author Malinda Rowe Kallimani, Elkhart, announces the nationwide release of her two new children’s books, “Daddy’s Rock Hound” and “Shiloh’s Birthday Gift” while author Brian E. Lunsford, Mishawaka, brings hope and inspiration in …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Police Drug Task Force arrested four individuals during a drug investigation. The four were arrested April 5, with charges officially being filed on April 6, in Kosciusko Circuit Court. Charges filed against Tyler Dane Sheetz, 30, 216 N. Walnut St., Etna Green, are: dealing in methamphetamine, enhancing circumstances, a level 4 felony; …read more.

NORTHERN INDIANA — The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana has issued a hazardous weather outlook for Kosciusko County and surrounding counties, including but not limited to Whitley, Elkhart, Fulton, Allen and Marshall. Snow showers are expected throughout the northern Indiana area this afternoon and wind and snow could cause reduced visibility in some areas. Isolated thunderstorms …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — For many of those involved in the $28 million sewer project around the Barbee chain of lakes, a 50 percent completion notice is a breath of fresh air.

NORTHERN INDIANA — Department of Natural Resources grants totaling more than $586,000 will be used to fight invasive aquatic vegetation in Indiana’s lakes. The grants were awarded by DNR Director Cameron Clark through the Lake and River Enhancement program in the DNR Division of Fish & Wildlife. The 42 projects involve lakes in 15 counties, …read more.

NORTHEAST INDIANA — A study is underway pertaining to northeast Indiana’s food industry and the various networks that make it up. The Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership has enlisted the help of Manheim Solutions Inc. to study and determine whether building a local food network would be feasible. Manheim looked at an 11-county area, taking into account …read more.

BY KEVIN BELLAMY Director of Administration HAMMOND — The Towle Theater is proud to present the second show of their 2016 season “First Date” with generous support from their sponsor Albert’s Diamond Jewelers. This musical is under the direction of Managing Director, Jeff Casey and Musical Direction is by Elizabeth Tuazon. “First Date” follows a …read more.

By AMANDA ZAMBRANO Master Gardener Intern One of my favorite spring garden tasks is dividing plants. Plants can be divided to control the size of the plants, rejuvenating old plants or increasing the number of plants. How do you know if your perennials need dividing? Your flowers may be smaller than usual, or more sparse …read more.

WARSAW — Six local establishments were awarded alcohol license renewals and two were granted permit transfers during the monthly meeting of the Kosciusko County Alcoholic Beverage Commission Thursday, April 7. One business was denied a permit. Approved for license renewal were: Wawasee Golf Club, 12388 N. Bishop Road, Syracuse The Great Wall, 2308 E. Center St., Warsaw Kmart, 1200 …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — In Candlelight Theatre’s spring production Mystery and Murder the audience will delve deeply into the questions of Who, What and How? in this trilogy of vintage-style one-act plays where circumstances are not always as they seem – and death comes from unlikely suspects. Each play is performed in a different room of the …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Mark your calendar for 4 p.m. Sunday, April 17, because we’re raising the curtain for “Let’s Make a Scene, Act II.” The Heartland Vocal Artists will be performing your favorite solos, duets, and ensemble pieces from familiar operas: Bizet’s “Carmen” and Mozart’s “Don Giovanni” and musicals; Sondheim’s “Sunday in the Park with …read more.

WARSAW — Water is a precious commodity that isn’t often considered in our day to day lives; yet even as we take it for granted, there are others working hard to manage and monitor both the water we drink and the water in which we swim. Ryan Workman is one of these people. Workman is …read more.

  WARSAW — It didn’t matter if it was a local, state, national or Presidential race, Republican candidates or representatives flocked the annual Kosciusko County Republican Fish Fry Wednesday evening, April 6. Even unopposed candidates made sure to attend. There were no speeches, just an evening to socialize and meet constituents. It was also an …read more.

LAKE STATION, IND. — Ever been stood up? How about on your birthday? How about when you are 9 years old?

GOSHEN — Indiana Governor Mike Pence chose a historic theater in downtown Goshen as a symbolic backdrop for the ceremonial signing of House Bill 1001 into law. The new law allocates full, state-matching funds of $42 million each for three Indiana regional development plans as part of the Indiana Regional Cities Initiative. The town of Goshen …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Wayne, Pierceton, Washington and Winona Lake Fire Departments and Lutheran EMS responded to an attic fire at 1817 N. CR 400E, Warsaw. Claypool and Leesburg fire services are on standby. There were no injuries.

SYRACUSE — No serious injuries were reported Tuesday evening, April 5, after an accident involving a vehicle and a motorcycle. According to police reports, a yellow 2013 Harley Davidson, driven by Ralph E. Wood, 40, South 15th Street, Goshen, was approaching the intersection at North Harrison Street and East Henry Street, Syracuse. At the same …read more.

(Academies photo) By DOUG HABARLAND Director of Publications, Culver Academy CULVER — The United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon spent nine hours on the Culver Academies campus March 30, but that short visit will have a lasting impact on the Culver drill teams and honor units that the Marines interacted with. The elite 24-member …read more.

MILFORD – Meet local author Sherry Newcum from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 14, at the Milford Public Library in the adult department.

Tammy Cotton learned early on “the importance of community involvement and volunteering.” She grew up in Kendallville, where her mother was involved in the community and her grandmother, “a strong Democrat and always involved in the Democratic party,” served as the Noble County clerk. “I remember as a kid, especially on election day, hanging out …read more.

INDIANA — April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and the annual Drive Now TXT L8R social media contest is an opportunity for Indiana high school, trade school, and college students to win scholarships, as well as spread the word to Drive Now, TXT L8R. Participants have a chance to win up to $5,000 in …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Bob “Cap’n Bob” Barnes was born and raised in Huntington and makes his living as a voice-over artist, recording scripts for commercials, training modules, audiobooks and video games from a studio in his home in North Webster. Barnes is is a member of the board of directors of Dixie Sternwheeler Inc., owners/operators …read more.

By SHELLY HECKERT Director, KC Recycling Depot Americans create a lot of trash each day (4.6 pounds to be exact). This Earth Day, April 22, the KC Recycling Depot challenges you and anyone else you can inspire to a Waste Free Day. For one day, can you put “Nothing in the Can?” To sign up …read more.

WARSAW — Plenty of activity is occurring in an old molasses factory by the railroad tracks in Syracuse. According to Dan Richard, area planning director, “a number of uses are already there.”

WARSAW — The installation of new handicapped signs at designated downtown parking spaces and a recommendation to adjust the speed limit on CR 225E, were the main topic of business at the Warsaw Traffic Safety Commission today, Wednesday, April 6. Dana Hewitt, parking control officer, reported installation of the new signs was completed last week. …read more.

WARSAW — April is Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month and Beaman Home is celebrating the addition of a new campus where personnel can better care for young victims of domestic violence. The effects of domestic violence on children can be long lasting and perpetuates the vicious cycle of abuse into the next generation.  That’s why Beaman Home …read more.

WARSAW — A driver who complained of pain following a two-vehicle accident Wednesday, March 30, was checked by paramedics but refused medical treatment. The accident occurred at 11:18 a.m. at Detroit Street, and West CR 250N, in front of a Kosciusko County Sheriff’s officer. John Stamper, 34, Rochester, was eastbound on CR 250N in a …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Making decisions can be difficult, but when it came to choosing between West Point, the United States Air Force Academy, the United States Naval Academy and the United States Merchant Marine Academy, Erick Loe, senior at Whitko High School, knew exactly what he would do. “I’ve always wanted to be in the …read more.

INDIANA — Lt. Gov. Eric Holcomb joined Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness, construction industry leaders, and officials from the Indiana Department of Transportation today, Wednesday, April 6, to kick off the state’s 2016 construction season. The event took place near the project site for construction of the new I-69 interchange at 106th Street in Fishers. During …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Humanities is launching “Next Indiana Campfires,” a series that pairs literature and nature to help Hoosiers explore Indiana’s wild places and spark conversations about conservation and stewardship. The May 4 kickoff event will feature a conversation between environmental authors Terry Tempest Williams and Scott Russell Sanders at the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art. It will start at 6:30 p.m.

By PHIL BLOOM DNR Communications INDIANAPOLIS — The Department of Natural Resources has received numerous questions regarding recent legislation that legalizes certain rifles for deer hunting beginning later this year. Most questions have to do with calibers and cartridges allowed under the new law. House Enrolled Act 1231 that was passed earlier this year by …read more.

WARSAW — It is hard to imagine two people better suited to write children’s books than Sarah and James Steele of Warsaw. First, they love kids. They have three of their own: Corban, 5; Jaeda, 3; Liddi, 1, and a fourth is on the way. Sarah also taught in Warsaw schools for several years before …read more.

WARSAW —  A Warsaw property owner is at odds with the Plain Township Trustee over a fencing issue. Chad Zartman, Warsaw area property owner, came to Ink Free News because he says he’s having an issue with Plain Township Trustee Jerry Kammerer and wants to bring this matter to light in hopes of some sort …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Turkey Creek Township Public Library announces it has received a $3,500 National Science Foundation Rural Gateways grant from the Califa Library Group to provide science-based programs for adults. Science, technology, engineering and math, and science, technology, engineering, art and math, are popular topics for children’s education, …read more.

By SUMMER ZIMMER Director of Communications and Social Responsibility, Kosciusko Community YMCA WARSAW — As part of the YMCA’s focus on social responsibility, the Y wants to offer the community opportunities to give back and serve their neighbors. Togetherhood is the Y’s signature program for social responsibility and invites Y members to lead and participate in …read more.

INDIANA — Spring storm season is upon us. Wind, hail and rain damage puts many people in the market for home repair services this time of year. But when storms roll through, scammers are not far behind. If your home or property has been damaged, beware of home improvement scammers who may be looking to …read more.

By KELLY HECKAMAN Extension Educator ANR & CED, Purdue Extension Kosciusko County WARSAW — You and your family can celebrate the diversity of Kosciusko County agriculture on April 12 at “A Taste of Agriculture in Kosciusko County: A Family Affair.” The event will be 5 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds. All attendees receive …read more.

BY CAPTAIN KIP SHUTER Warsaw Police Department Public Information Officer WARSAW — The Warsaw Police Department is investigating an armed robbery that occurred Monday evening at the Dollar General store, located at 3320 Lake City Highway, on the east side of Warsaw. Just after 5:30 p.m. Monday, April 4, dispatch received a 911 call from …read more.

By VALERIES WARYCHA Director Of Communication, Office of the Indiana Secretary of State INDIANAPOLIS — Early voting is now open to Hoosiers for the primary election. Early in-person voting continues through noon Monday, May 2. Indiana Secretary of State Connie Lawson says casting your ballot to avoid the rush is easy. “Registered voters can go to …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Police Department and Syracuse/Turkey Creek Fire Territory paramedics responded to an accident between a motorcycle and car at the intersection of North Harrison Street and East Henry Street in Syracuse at around 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 5. On the scene of the accident, a representative of Syracuse/Turkey Creek Fire Territory noted, at …read more.

By CPT. TERRY HEIFETZ Indiana Guard Reserve Public Affairs INDIANA — Philip N. Eskew Jr., an Indiana University trustee and alumnus, will now serve the state of Indiana in a new role, as a brigadier general in the Indiana Guard Reserve, Indiana’s state defense force. Eskew has been a member of the Indiana Guard Reserve …read more.

SOUTH BEND — CBS News Anchor and New York Times Bestselling Author, Jane Pauley will be the keynote speaker for the 2016 Age of Excellence Luncheon Tuesday, April 26, at the Century Center, South Bend. Doors will open at 11 a.m. with lunch and program following at 11:30 a.m. The luncheonw ill also be the …read more.

Leesburg Pie Eyed Petey’s 8 p.m. – midnight Friday, April 8, Karaoke. 8 p.m. – midnight Saturday, April 9, Pottsies Pastime. Silver Lake Silver Inn The Silver Inn will be hosting a Jungle Theme Party with DJ Lance starting at 9:30 p.m. Saturday, April 9. Prizes for best costume will be given. Syracuse Oakwood Resort …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — In response to President Barack Obama’s call to help promote honeybee health in June 2014, the Office of the Indiana State Chemist and the Indiana Pesticide Review Board, which are housed at Purdue University, began developing a Managed Pollinator Protection Plan for the state. The key objectives of the plan include: reducing pesticide …read more.

By JOY J. LOHSE Marketing and Public Relations Director, Lutheran Health Network KCH WARSAW — Kosciusko Community Hospital announces it support of the 2016 Fat & Skinny Tire Festival as a premier sponsor. The festival begins at 6 p.m. Friday, May 20 and closes at 6 p.m. Sunday, May 22. The Fat & Skinny Festival …read more.

WARSAW —  The Kosciusko Community YMCA, both the Parkview Warsaw and the North Webster branches, will be offering free admission from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, April 15. The free admission will be offered to anyone who brings in a donation of a non-perishable food item. These items will be given to Combined Community …read more.

GOSHEN — Michael Yoder, 34, Syracuse, suffered a laceration to the top of the head following a two-vehicle accident at 3:03 p.m. Monday, April 4. The accident was on CR 17 at CR 38, west of Goshen. Yoder was transported to IU Health Goshen. Officers with the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department report David Mishler, 57, …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Commissioners signed a proclamation making the month of May Motorcycle Awareness Month. Ty Marshall, Kosciusko American Bikers Aimed Toward Education treasurer, was in attendance at the meeting to sign the proclamation. ABATE is a non-profit safety, educational, charitable and advocacy motorcyclist organization. It aims to promote safety, protect rights and help …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Commissioners meeting began today, Tuesday, April 5, by honoring Roger Fetters, of Syracuse, as veteran of the month. Fetter graduated from Wolf Lake High School, Noble County, and went to work at Dana Corporation, Syracuse, before enlisting in the Army Sept. 27, 1955, and served his country until he was honorably …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — In light of increasing controversy surrounding Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, Ink Free News reached out to several local Republicans to find out how they feel about his campaign. Two responded and one agreed to discuss his opinions. Attempts to contact other local Republicans were unsuccessful. Ink Free News first asked, “Do you …read more.

ROCHESTER — Attorney turned boogie, blues and ragtime musician, Matthew Ball, also known as The Boogie Woogie Kid, will heat up the piano keys at the Community Presbyterian Church at 530 Jefferson St. The performance will take place at 4 p.m. Sunday, April 17. With over 3.4 million Youtube views of his past performance and at …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Common Council received financial management reports for the wastewater and stormwater utilities. The reports indicate the city may need to look at rate increases due to proposed projects. No actions were taken on the reports. The six-month financial management reports were received from H.J. Umbaugh and Associates, Mishawaka. Mayor Joe Thallemer …read more.

SILVER LAKE — A domestic dispute resulted in battery charges after a Silver Lake resident allegedly slammed his girlfriend’s leg in a door repeatedly. Following the incident, Joseph W. Williamson, 33, 8954 S. CR 425W, Silver Lake, was arrested and charged with battery, domestic battery and domestic battery with a child under age 16 present. Saturday, …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer received a phone call this morning, Tuesday, April 5, he was happy to receive. The call was from Lt. Gov. Eric Holcomb stating the city was named a finalist in the Indiana Stellar Community Designee program. “I’m pretty happy,” said Thallemer. This is the second year the city has …read more.

WARSAW — OrthoWorx today, Tusday, April 5, announced the launch of a new initiative aimed at providing an ecosystem to accelerate the likelihood of success of innovative enterprises by leveraging the unique assets of the northern Indiana orthopedic medical device industry cluster, which has the largest concentration of such activity in the world. The centerpiece …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw resident has been arrested after allegedly knocking his fiancee unconscious during an argument. Joshua J. Hamilton, 34, 519 W. Winona Ave., Warsaw, was charged with domestic battery and domestic battery with a child under age 16 present. According to an affidavit of probable cause, officers with the Warsaw City Police Department received …read more.

WARSAW — The creation of an innovation center between the Warsaw Redevelopment Commission, OrthoWorx Inc., and a yet to be named entity, was approved Monday evening, April 4, during the Warsaw Redevelopment Commission meeting. The announcement of another partner will be made today, Tuesday, April 5. The commission agreed to enter into a collaboration agreement …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Indiana Governor Mike Pence and Lieutenant Governor Eric Holcomb will join the Kosciusko County Republicans for their annual Spring Kosciusko Republican Fish Fry. The event is set for 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, April 6, at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, 1400 East Smith Street, Warsaw. Also in attendance will be Rafael Cruz, the father of Republican …read more.

MENTONE — The wait is over and Mentone has welcomed Lou Medina as its new deputy marshal. Mentone Town Marshal Jim Eads made the official announcement to a round of applause Monday evening, April 4, during the regular meeting of the Mentone Town Council. Medina has previously served as town marshal of Claypool and has had …read more.

PLYMOUTH — Five adults and a juvenile, all from Fort Wayne, have been booked in the Marshall County Jail on charges related to possession of counterfeit currency. According to Plymouth Police Department Detective Sgt. Leo Mangus, Plymouth Police stopped a vehicle at 1:20 a.m. Sunday, April 3, on US 30, near Oak Drive. The driver, …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Chris Ducey, North Webster, has been sentenced to 72 months to “the prison camp in Terre Haute; Milan, Mich., or as close to North Webster as possible,” as recommended by the U.S. District Court, Southern District. Ducey plead guilty to conspiracy to defraud the United States, six counts of false claims against the …read more.

MIAMI — Part of South Florida’s sandy coastline was covered with thousands of unwelcome beachgoers throughout the week of March 27.

ETNA GREEN — The Indiana Department of Transportation announces SR 19 is scheduled to be resurfaced, Monday, April 11, weather permitting. The resurfacing work will take place just north of Etna Green, from US 30 to 7.91 miles north of US 30. During the day, drivers should watch for stopped traffic and flaggers in the …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The public is invited to an exclusive showing of the awarding winning documentary, “Poverty, Inc.” at the Manahan Orthopedic Capitol Center, in Winona Lake, Saturday, April 9. The doors open at 6:30 p.m., the screening begins at 7 p.m. Following the showing of the film, a panel of locals who work with …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Voter registration ends today Monday, April 4. Kosciusko County residents may register in the County Justice Building’s clerk’s office or at the Bureau of Motor Vehicles license branch by 4:30 p.m. or online at www.indianavoters.com by 11:59 p.m. Verification of registration status can be checked on the same website. In order to …read more.

WARSAW — Any visitor to Ink Free News certainly has seen Alyssa Richardson’s name frequently, as her byline was frequently featured in breaking news stories in and around the Warsaw area. All that changed for the Nappanee native in February when she left that job to take on a new adventure with the Warsaw Community Schools as the district’s new communications assistant, working under Chief Accounting Officer Dani Barkey.

By ALYSSA RICHARDSON Communications Associate, Warsaw Community Schools LEESBURG — Leesburg Elementary PTO members are looking to make a difference for students in a colorful way. At 9 a.m. Saturday, May 14, the community is invited to join in on the first ever Leesburg Family Color Run, taking place in Winona Lake on the Heritage Greenway …read more.

WARSAW — This month, watch the talented student actors of Wagon Wheel Jr. perform The Stories of Hansel and Gretel and take a musical journey around the world with Symphony of the Lakes. 2 p.m. Saturday, April 23, and 2 p.m. Sunday April 24, Wagon Wheel Jr. presents The Story of Hansel and Gretel. It’s …read more.

LEESBURG — One person suffered minor injuries after a Ford vehicle struck a tree on CR 450N, east of CR 375E. Lutheran EMS and Leesburg Fire Department responded to the scene. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department is investigating.

WARSAW — Joseph P. Hawn is retiring from the Warsaw Police Department after 27 years of service to the community. There will be an open house from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Friday, April 15, at the Warsaw Police Department at 2191 E. Fort Wayne St. Hawn was hired April 1, 1988, as a dispatcher for the Warsaw …read more.

MENTONE — A driver and one of two passengers were airlifted by air ambulances to an undisclosed hospital following a one-vehicle accident Sunday morning, April 3. The accident was at 2:13 a.m. on West SR 25, west of South CR 1000W. The driver: Nicholas S. Stahl, 25, North CR 175E, Rochester, suffered a fracture/dislocation to …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Department of Transportation urges political candidates and their supporters to keep roads free from encroaching campaign signs for the safety of the motoring public. The signs can block visibility for traffic entering and exiting the roadway at intersections and driveways. Areas that should remain sign-free include intersections, interchanges and rights of …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — This is just a friendly reminder that the always popular Spring Kosciusko Republican Fish Fry will be held this coming from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, April 6, at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, 1400 East Smith Street, Warsaw. All Republican elected officials and candidates are expected to attend and will be our servers.

MENTONE — Few details are available on an accident around 2:20 a.m. Sunday, April 3, on SR 25 and South CR 1000W, Mentone. Preliminary reports are a single vehicle struck a utility pole, with approximately three individuals injured. Two Samaritan Air Ambulances were reportedly called to the scene. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded to the …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee Community Schools welcomes the Class of 2029 during kindergarten roundup at each school Thursday, April 14.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Margaret Williams, 34, 7849 N. CR 400E, Leesburg, was booked in the Kosciusko County Jail at 12:24 a.m. Saturday, April 2, on a charge of possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputy Michael Fowler reports on March 22, he responded to a female flagging down a vehicle and …read more.

CLAYPOOL — The driver and passenger in a 2002 Chevrolet Blazer escaped with minor injuries after the vehicle they occupied rolled and then caught fire Sunday evening. The accident was at 9:39 p.m. Sunday, April 2, on South CR 450W, north of West CR 525S, Claypool. Kyle W. Hamman, 17, West CR 525S, Claypool, and …read more.

By VALERIES WARYCHA Director Of Communication, Office of the Indiana Secretary of State INDIANAPOLIS — The May Primary Election is only a month away. Do you know your rights as a voter? Indiana Secretary of State Connie Lawson is proud to offer Hoosiers the Indiana Voter’s Bill of Rights.  This publication explains your rights regarding: The types …read more.

By LETTIE HAVER Outreach Manager, ACRE Land Trust NORTH MANCHESTER — Community residents will join Manchester University’s Environmental Club in reforesting an acre of Wildwood nature preserve in Kosciusko County on Saturday, April 16.  The planting of 200 trees on the preserve 10 minutes north of campus is part of ACRES Land Trust’s Indiana Bicentennial …read more.

By TRICIA DEISCH Donor Relations Director, Warsaw Christian School WARSAW — Warsaw Christian School will be represented by 30 students on Friday, April 15, at the Association of Christian School International regional speech contest. Students have been working diligently on their speeches for several weeks and are looking forward to reciting their speech at the contest …read more.

AKRON — The Tippecanoe Valley Mental Health Task Force will host a Trends and Teens Parenting Workshop from 7-8:39 p.m. Thursday, April 14, in the Tippecanoe Valley High School lecture room. The workshop is designed to serve as a resource of education and awareness for adults involved in the lives of youth. Presenting will be Clinton Faupel of …read more.

By JACLYN ‘JACKIE’ FRANKS, MPH HHS Extension Educator, Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service, Kosciusko County WARSAW — Public health touches nearly every aspect of our lives because it promotes and protects the health of people and the communities where we live, learn, work and play. A doctor treats people who are sick, but those of us who …read more.

MILFORD — Milford Fire Department is at Brock Manufacturing, SR 15, Milford, where a small fire was quickly extinguished on the west side of the plant. The fire department was called at approximately 12:30 a.m. after several automatic fire alarms were activated. Firefighters found the small fire which was extinguished at 12:57 a.m. with extensive …read more.

By ANNE GREGORY Media Relations, Manchester University NORTH MANCHESTER — Best-selling author John Dominic Crossan, a major scholar in contemporary historical Jesus research, is presenting two speeches and three lectures on the North Manchester campus of Manchester University. They are all free and open to the public. The first speech, Jesus, God, and Imperial Violence, …read more.

By JEN KERNS Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce PIERCETON — The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting at A Slice of Hevin. A Slice of Hevin is located at 303 N. First St., Pierceton and has antiques, records and collectibles. Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce connects business with opportunity by being the advocate of business …read more.

WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration has announced steps aimed at reducing inorganic arsenic in infant rice cereal. FDA released a draft guidance to industry that proposes an action level, or limit, of 100 parts per billion for inorganic arsenic in infant rice cereal. Urvashi Rangan, Ph.D., executive director of the Consumer Reports Food …read more.

WARSAW — To celebrate the end of an extensive remodeling project, the employees and residents of Miller’s Merry Manor in Warsaw hosted an Open House and Ribbon Cutting on Tuesday, March 22 to showcase The Boulevard, Memory Care Community. The welcoming surroundings feature contemporary décor that is supported by scientific research to assist with relaxation, …read more.

By JEFF BURBRINK Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Elkhart County GOSHEN — Most of the original legislation to improve air quality was adopted in the early to mid-1960s in Midwestern states. Much of the emphasis of those laws was aimed at smokestack pollution, in particular the emission of sulfur from power plants, which was blamed for …read more.

By ANNA JACKSON Information Services, Warsaw Community Public Library WARSAW — Did you know that April 11-16, is National Library Week? This is the time of year designated to celebrating your local library, and the Warsaw Community Public Library is planning a celebration of epic proportions. Throughout the week, there will be contests, activities, giveaways, …read more.

[weaver_youtube WMI9_ZZAjXk rel=0]   WARSAW — A few sprinkles didn’t dampen the spirit of those attending the First Friday events tonight, Friday, April 1, downtown Warsaw. A handful of churches came out to offer food such as nachos and cheese, hot chocolate, lemonade, hand out literature, sell T-shirts, and offer books such as the Sesquicentennial …read more.

WARSAW — Michael Wayne Thomas, 23, 4100 W. Country Drive, Leesburg, was arrested on multiple charges after his former girlfriend told police what had happened earlier that day. Charges against Thomas were filed today, April 1, in Kosciusko Superior Court. The charges are: criminal confinement, a level 5 felony; intimidation, a level 6 felony, battery …read more.

HUNTINGTON BEACH, CALIF. — Who says police work can’t sometimes be fun and games?

WARSAW — A Mentone resident is in jail after allegedly pouring a pot of hot stew down his wife’s back during an argument. Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department received a call Wednesday, March 30, from Kosciusko Community Hospital about a domestic battery victim. The victim had initially told nurses a pot of boiling stew had fallen …read more.

WARSAW — Join the KC Recycling Depot Litter Busters as they clean up Kosciusko County from Saturday, April 9, through Saturday, May 14. Litter kits that contain bags, safety vests, water bottle, a custard token, safety tips and wildflower seed bombs made by local Girl Scouts are available at the Depot at 220 S. Union …read more.