SYRACUSE — Syracuse Redevelopment Commission met Wednesday, Sept. 27, to hold a public hearing regarding a tax increment finance district for the Syracuse Technology Park. There were no remonstrators against establishing the TIF district at the public hearing. The commission then approved a confirmatory resolution simply stating the TIF district is now in place. …read more.

WARSAW — This summer, a Warsaw Community High School sophomore had the opportunity to represent his school at the Congress of Science and Technology. Keagan Rice attended the three-day experience featuring 28 different speakers ranging from some of the brightest scientific minds to motivational speakers. The event was led by Richard Rossi as he kept …read more.

WARSAW — Tuesday, Oct. 3, at the Kosciusko commissioners meeting, Kosciusko County Emergency Management Director Ed Rock presented a letter of intent for a hazardous materials emergency preparedness program grant that he requested approval to apply for. Rock explained that this would pay for hazardous materials response training as well as supplies. He advised the grant …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — On Tuesday, Oct. 3, Warsaw Police officers along with officers from the Winona Lake Police Department, Indiana State Police, Claypool Police Department, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department and Marshall County Sheriff’s Department served multiple drug warrants in Kosciusko County.  In all, Police served warrants on eight individuals for various drug related offenses.  The following …read more.

By DARLA MCCAMMON Lakeland Art Association WARSAW — We interrupt our series/study of eccentric artists to tell you about one in our local community who is not eccentric but certainly artistic.  Paul Raiman was born in Grand Rapids, Mich., and at an early age, in his father’s darkroom was introduced to black and white photography, …read more.

City Planner Jeremy Skinner presented the tax abatement to the council. WARSAW — Patrick Industries, Inc., out of Elkhart, a major RV and industrial component manufacturer and distributer, looks to be expanding to Warsaw’s technology park. City Planner Jeremy Skinner presented the Warsaw Common Council, at their Oct. 2 meeting, with a letter asking the …read more.

WARSAW — Hansen’s Eastlake Skating Center, 3010 Frontage Road, will be celebrating its 10-year anniversary with a day filled with activities from 2 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7. Skaters arriving between 2 and 7 p.m. will receive free admission. Those arriving between 7 and 10 p.m. will receive free skate rental. There will be …read more.

Nicholas Reed Colquitt WARSAW — Leesburg teen Nicholas Reed Colquitt, 19, was sentenced in Kosciusko Superior Court I today, Oct. 3, with Judge David Cates presiding. Colquitt was preliminarily facing four counts of child molestation, one count of sexual misconduct with a minor and 10 counts of possession of child pornography. In July he pled …read more.

WARSAW — Staff and students at Warsaw Community High School donned pink t-shirts in support of breast cancer awareness at the Friday, Sept. 29, football game against Wawasee High School. Though the teams faced off on the field, both schools worked together before and during the game to raise funds for the cause. At WCHS, …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Common Council spent the first hour of the three-hour long meeting Monday, Oct. 2, discussing the wastewater rate changes ordinance. This is the second reading of the ordinance, which had its first reading and approval at the Sept. 18 meeting. Jeff Rowe of Umbaugh & Associates was present to discuss revisions …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Winona Lake Art Commission is proud to announce that the award winning bicentennial bison, Beachy, has been placed at the Winona Lake Limitless Park.  Beachy was created the Summer of 2016 as part of a State of Indiana officially endorsed legacy project, the “Bison-tennial Public Art Project.”  The bison is represented …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Redevelopment Commission is revisiting the possibility of a senior housing project on Market Street. The project was discussed during the monthly meeting held on Monday, Oct. 2. The project was originally proposed as one of the Stellar Community projects. Even though Warsaw did not receive stellar designation, the identified projects are …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Nearly two dozen departments responded to a large fire Hi-Grade Egg Producers Monday night.

  CLAYPOOL — Claypool Fire Department is hosting a pancake, sausage and egg breakfast from 7-10 a.m. (or until sold out) on Saturday, Oct.7, at 101 N. Main St., Claypool. FREE WILL DONATION

AKRON — Tippecanoe Valley High School Head Football Coach Steve Moriarty was suspended Monday for conduct unbecoming a coach pending further investigation and review.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College seniors Elizabeth Freeman and AnnKelly Myers were awarded for excellence in pursuit of a career in special education at the Indiana Council for Exceptional Children convention in Indianapolis on Sept. 27. Dr. Cheryl Bremer, Grace College CEC faculty advisor and associate professor in the School of Education, is a CEC …read more.

By Captain Chris McKeand Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department has been contacted by multiple media outlets today, Oct. 2, in response to the Las Vegas incident. The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department will respond to a mass casualty or active shooter incident with the primary goal of neutralizing the present danger …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — President Donald Trump’s visit to Indianapolis last week included a special invitation to Kip Tom, of Tom Farms, Leesburg. Not only did Tom get to attend the speech, which focused on the GOP tax reform plan, but he met with Trump briefly prior to the tax reform presentation. “I’ve been an advocate for …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The weather for the day was perfect for 174 volunteer citizen scientists to get water samples at 98 sites in the 246-square mile Tippecanoe Watershed in one day. These volunteers participated in the first Snapshot Monitoring Day, hosted by The Watershed Foundation. The volunteers included 110 students from Washington STEM Academy, Warsaw, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO —  For the 75th consecutive year, millions of youth, parents, volunteers and alumni across the country will be celebrating National 4-H Week during the first full week of October.  Kosciusko 4-H will leverage National 4-H Week this year by showcasing the incredible experiences that 4-H offers young people, and will highlight the remarkable 4-H …read more.

WARSAW — Judge David Cates rejected a plea agreement for a Goshen teen charged with sexual battery today, Oct. 2, in the Kosciusko County Superior 1 Court. Cameron Douglas Hunter, 18, was booked at the Kosciusko County Jail on April 6 on a charge of count I sexual battery, a level 6 felony. The charges …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The 20th Annual Shrine Turkey Shoot will be held from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Oct. 14 and 15, at Beeson’s Gun Range, 8994 West CR 25S, Etna Green. Over the years, thousands of local sportsmen and their families have supported the Kosciusko County Shrine Club in raising thousands of dollars to support our …read more.

WARSAW — Customers eagerly awaited outside the new Warsaw ALDI this morning, Oct. 2, for the store’s grand opening. The new store is located at 945 N. Parker St., replacing the old store located at 3701 Commerce Drive. ALDI has existed in Warsaw for over 20 years. The new store is larger with a more modern …read more.

   WARSAW — Congressman Jim Banks announced that a member of his staff will visit Warsaw and Columbia City on Thursday, Oct. 5, to meet with local residents and assist hoosiers experiencing problems with a federal agency.   What: Banks’ staff to host office hours in Warsaw Date: Thursday, Oct. 5   Time: 9:30 a.m. …read more.

CROMWELL — A Cromwell woman was arrested for dealing methamphetamine after she sold drugs to a drug task force member. Lindsay Raye Housman, 30, 11194 North Honeycomb Lane, Cromwell, was booked for dealing methamphetamine, a level 4 felony, and possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony. On Sept. 7, the Kosciusko County Drug Task Force …read more.

WARSAW — The Oct. 6 Warsaw Board of Works meeting time has been changed from 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Location will still be in the council chambers of city hall, 102 S. Buffalo St.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested after he choked a female victim until she became unconscious. Logan Scott House, 22, 4479 North CR 475E, Leesburg, is being charged with domestic battery causing serious bodily injury, a level 5 felony; strangulation, a level 6 felony; domestic battery while children are present, a level 6 felony; …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Historical Society is hosting a dinner and program at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 19, at the Center Lake Pavilion in Warsaw. The evening’s program features Terry White, author of Winona at 100;Third Wave Rising and docent at the Winona History Center. White’s interactive program will trace the history of Winona Lake from …read more.

MENTONE — At approximately 7:45 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 1, Mentone EMS and Mentone Fire personnel were called to CR 775W, Mentone, to a report of a vehicle that had flipped over and ended up in a cornfield. There were reportedly two teenagers in the vehicle, both complaining of pain. A medical helicopter was called to …read more.

MENTONE — Join the Bell Memorial Public Library for story hour at 3 p.m. every Wednesday and at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children hear a story, sing songs and do a craft. Adult Movie Monday is at 1 p.m. Oct. 16. The feature film will be “Growing the Big One.” Popcorn and beverages provided. Calling all …read more.

WARSAW — Clearly one of the best superhero films made thus far would be “Wonder Woman.” It is a focused and purposeful film. The storyline, in a nutshell: Diana leaves her magical island of Themyscira, which is hidden from the rest of the world, to fight alongside men in a war to end all wars. …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — With all the catastrophic weather in the news lately, you may be wondering how weather is forecasted and monitored. Learn how by touring the local National Weather Service Station with the North Webster Community Public Library on Thursday, Oct. 5. The tour leaves from the library at 1:45 p.m. and will travel …read more.

LIGHTS OUT AT THE LIBRARY Join us from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31, for the annual “Lights Out at the Library!” This year’s theme is “2017…Time to Celebrate!”  2017 marks special anniversaries for several well-known books, movies, musicians and authors. For example, did you know that the first “Star Wars” movie is celebrating …read more.

[weaver_youtube XtBuCzLJV7E rel=0]   ELKHART — Kevin Bronson, Warsaw, the last to be sentenced in the trio indicted by a Kosciusko County Grand Jury in February, 2016, feels he has a foot on his neck. Bronson was sentenced Friday afternoon in the courtroom of Special Judge Stephen Bowers, Elkhart Superior Court 2. Bowers accepted the …read more.

WARSAW — SYM Financial Advisors welcome Ethan Brown, who joined SYM in March as a client service representative. A Logansport native, Brown holds a bachelor’s degree in business finance from Indiana University, Fort Wayne. SYM Financial Advisors is one of the Midwest’s largest independent wealth management firms with $2.5 billion in assets under management. Headquartered …read more.

WINONA LAKE — More than 950 fourth grade students are learning about lakes and streams at the annual Lake Adventure Days this week! For many students, this is the first time they have ever seen a lake up close. During each Lake Adventure Day, fourth-graders go to a local lake and get to go fishing, …read more.

WARSAW — A groundbreaking for the new Warsaw Rotary Park was held today, Sept. 29. The park is located at the corner of West Center and West Market streets. “It’s all your work that has made this possible,” said Lisa Waterman, governor of Rotary District 6540. “The Warsaw community is better because of everything you’re doing …read more.

WARSAW — What stirs a person’s heart toward volunteering to help the dying? Lou Ann Parker’s mother and family received end of life medical care and encouragement 31 years ago through the Kosciusko Hospice Team. “I always said when I retire I would become a hospice volunteer because of what hospice meant to my family,” shared Parker.

AKRON — The Tippecanoe Valley FFA soils team has been very busy this fall competing in different contests.

WARSAW — Next semester, Ivy Tech Community College’s Warsaw site will begin to offer Introduction to Agriculture, with hopes to offer more at the site in the coming semesters. These classes allow students in Warsaw and Kosciusko County to begin their associate degree in agriculture close-to-home. They can finish their coursework at the Fort Wayne …read more.

Jesus Orlando Menchaca WARSAW — A Warsaw man was sentenced in Kosciusko Superior 1 Court Thursday, Sept. 28, on charges of disorderly conduct and battery. Jesus Orlando Menchaca, 26, 507 N. Park Ave., Warsaw, pleaded guilty to charges of count III disorderly conduct and count IV battery, both class B misdemeanors. The charges resulted from …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Education Foundation recently awarded over $9,500 in Red Apple Grant funds to 10 Warsaw Community Schools’ educators.  Their students are beginning the 2017-2018 school year studying aquaponics, improving their language skills, designing electrical circuits and creating art. They are also learning the science of cooking, improving their chess game and training …read more.

SYRACUSE — Jason W. Meade, 44, 304 W. High St., Syracuse, was arrested Wednesday evening, Sept. 27, after charges were officially filed for dealing meth and possession of meth. Charges were filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court earlier in the day for dealing in methamphetamine, a level 4 felony; and  possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 …read more.

Cordero Ja Chonne Tramble WARSAW — A Merrillville man was sentenced Thursday, Sept. 28, in the Kosciusko Superior 1 Court on charges related to a string of thefts at Meijer stores throughout Indiana and Illinois. Cordero Ja Chonne Tramble, 26, 7811 Carolina Place, Merrillville, pleaded guilty to a charge of count II theft with enhancement, a …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County economy is still growing strong according to current data from the Indiana Department of Workforce Development. “We are seeing our total employed numbers continuing to increase to their highest levels in the history of the County,” noted George Robertson Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation president. So why is our unemployment rate …read more.

[weaver_youtube JXthJFQjPWY rel=0]   WARSAW — Dr. Mark H. Soto, 63, Warsaw, was looking at 10 years at the Indiana Department of Corrections when sentenced today, Thursday, Sept. 28. But in the end, he will serve three years on home detention and three years of probation after Special Judge Stephen Bowers ordered sentences on two …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee Community School Corporation released a statement Thursday afternoon, Sept. 28, regarding the Raptor Visitor Management System to be used in each school building in the corporation. “A priority of the Wawasee Community School Corporation is the safety of our students and staff. As a district, we have updated entrances, added additional cameras …read more.

Stephanie L. Mikel WARSAW — A Warsaw woman was sentenced today, Sept. 28, in Kosciusko Superior 1 Court on charges of neglect and assisting a criminal. Stephanie L. Mikel, 27, 2854 S. Country Club Road, Warsaw, pleaded guilty to count I neglect of a dependent resulting in bodily injury, a level 5 felony; and count II …read more.

SYRACUSE — A woman, eight months pregnant who complained of abdominal pains, was transported by Lutheran EMS to an area hospital following a two-vehicle collision. The accident occurred on CR 1300N (Syracuse-Milford Road), near the entrance to Pinecrest Mobile Home Park, Syracuse. The accident was around 3:40 p.m. today, Thursday, Sept. 28. Traffic was stopped …read more.

WARSAW — As a result of leaves falling early this year, the Oakwood Cemetery staff will begin gathering leaves earlier than usual. Please remove all non-adhered decorations as soon as possible. Urns on foundations/monument bases and saddles (flower arrangements on top of monuments) do not need to be removed. Removed items can be placed back …read more.

  Ronald Thomas Miller WARSAW — A Leesburg man was sentenced in Kosciusko Superior 1 Court Thursday, Sept. 28, on charges of fraud, money laundering and theft. Ronald Thomas Miller, 54, 6806 E. May Lane, Leesburg, was originally charged in February with securities fraud, a class C felony; corrupt business influence, a class C felony; money …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko Board of REALTORS®  held their annual new member orientation on Sept. 21.  To date, KBOR has welcomed thirty new real estate licensees to their membership in 2017.  New REALTOR® members pledge to protect the individual right of real estate ownership and to serve Kosciusko County well by observing the National Association …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man has pleaded guilty to three felonies related to a deadly traffic accident in April. Chaise R. Belcher, 26, Warsaw, withdrew his original not guilty plea while in court on Tuesday, Sept. 26. He is now pleading guilty to OWI causing death with a BAC of .08 or more, a level …read more.

WHITKO — The lawns of the Manchester University campus were filled with elementary students on Friday, Sept. 22, each interacting with college students through games, songs and a multitude of other activities. Students were being introduced, some for the very first time, to the dream becoming a college student.  Age-appropriate activities ranged from playing with …read more.

WARSAW — Preparing for her senior year at Lakeland Christian Academy, 17-year-old Kyla Kohler decided she wanted to do something different. As she stated, she wanted to do something to help “come out of my shell because I’m a little shy.”

KOSCIUSKO — Kosciusko County officials are currently investigating a motor vehicle traffic crash on US 30, west of CR 350W in Kosciusko County. The male driver of a vehicle sustained fatal injuries in the crash overnight. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputies and emergency personnel responded this morning at approximately 1:45 a.m. to a reported disabled vehicle in …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — County and local law enforcement agencies participating in the Kosciusko County DUI Taskforce will continue to conduct roving patrols and sobriety checkpoints from 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 29 until 2 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 30.   This project is made possible through grants received by the Governor’s Council on Impaired and Dangerous Driving. DUI: Taskforce Indiana is …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — It is almost time for the biggest social event of the fall and the largest fundraiser annually for the North Webster Community Center. The Heart of the Community Charity Auction & Raffle will be held Saturday, Oct. 7, at the NWCC, 301 N. Main St. (SR 13). The event is from 5 …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman was recently arrested after witnesses claim she intentionally struck a victim with her vehicle. The victim suffered a dislocated hip, broken leg and several lacerations. Billie Jo Frantz, 33, 413 S. High St,. Warsaw, is being charged with battery while armed with a deadly weapon, a level 5 felony, and …read more.

WARSAW — The purchase of a second industrial refrigerator for the Beaman Home was made possible by a generous donation from the members of the First United Methodist Church in Warsaw. With the opening and prominence of the new Beaman Home Shelter and Outreach Center, and with a greater number of beds available to shelter …read more.

SILVER LAKE — At approximately 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27, emergency personnel were called to the scene of a two-vehicle accident at 9526 S. SR 15, Silver Lake, near Splendor Boats. Silver Lake Fire Department, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department and Parkview EMS responded to the scene. The driver of the silver vehicle was being examined …read more.

BLOOMINGTON — In the not too distant future, it is conceivable Courtney Linnemeier will be saluted on a regular basis. The 2015 Wawasee High School graduate, a junior at Indiana University who is actively involved in the university’s Army ROTC program, is seeking to become a commissioned officer in the U.S. Army. For one day …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools is proud to announce Abbi Richcreek, a teacher at Edgewood Middle School, has been named the 2017 Middle School Teacher Excellence Award winner. The award was presented to Richcreek at the Marriott East Hotel in Indianapolis during the annual Association for Career and Technical Educators and Engineering & Technology Educators …read more.

SYRACUSE — Under unfortunate circumstances the Lakeland Learning Center will be closing its doors for good Friday, Sept. 29. Since the Aug. 31 fire burned the original location of the center they moved into the old Syracuse Elementary School to continue, only missing a day and a half of service. The center was unable to …read more.

WARSAW —  WishBone Medical held its first shareholder meeting since the founding of the company in January. Investors, employees and guests were given an overall view of WishBone Medical’s fast start at the global headquarters in Warsaw. CEO and Founder Nick Deeter was re-elected unanimously as chairman of the board. CEO Marlin Stutzman and Mary …read more.

SYRACUSE — Reportedly, the driver of a northbound car on County Road 127 disregarded the stop sign at the intersection and collided with an eastbound vehicle, driven by Connie Fields of Syracuse. Fields reported that she saw the other car approaching the intersection “very fast” and swerved to her left to try to avoid a collision.

MENTONE — Tippecanoe School Corporation hasn’t always had the happiest history. Students have known much sorrow over the years as they’ve lost a number of classmates to suicide, and the schools are actively trying to do something about it. Valley Schools hosted a suicide prevention training seminar Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 26, at Mentone Elementary. Over …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Scott Workman, a professional guitarist, composer and adjunct faculty member at Grace College, will perform a classical guitar recital at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 29, in Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church, 708 College Ave., Winona Lake. The free event is open to the public. “This recital is a unique assortment of solo classical …read more.

MENTONE — The Mentone Community Services hosted an open house last night, Sept. 26. Community members were able to attend and learn about the local fire department, police department and EMS services, which are all housed under one roof. Mentone Fire Chief Mike Yazel described the open house as opportunity to connect with the community. “We …read more.

WARSAW — On Tuesday evening, Sept. 26, the Warsaw Police Department attempted to stop a vehicle for speeding on Park Avenue.  During the attempt to stop the suspect vehicle, the green Buick disregarded the stop sign, and took off at a high rate of speed eastbound on Market Street. The vehicle continued to Argonne Road …read more.

WARSAW — As part of the October Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Altrusa International of Warsaw is coordinating the 8th annual Bingo for Beaman Home fundraiser on Oct. 19, at the Vitale Events Building, 2517 E. Center St., Warsaw.  All proceeds benefit Beaman Home’s programs and services which has served this community’s domestic violence victims and their …read more.

WARSAW — The commons area at Edgewood Middle School has been a whirlwind of activity this week as the hurricane relief fundraiser organized by Edgewood Cares gets underway. Following a wave of recent hurricanes, including Harvey, Irma, Jose and Maria, members of the philanthropic club made the decision to arrange a hurricane relief fundraiser. Edgewood …read more.

  KOSCIUSKO — Treasures for Troops, a soldier support ministry organized by the First Freewill Baptist Church of Kosciusko County, is conducting the seventh annual “Operation TREAT a Soldier.” Once again, the public has the opportunity to fill a treat bag for a service member serving overseas. Participants can pick up a treat bag with …read more.

WARSAW — This beautiful love story began 69 years ago at a skating rink during the couples dance. Dale shared, “Gloria began to fall and I caught her. She said I was her hero.”

WARSAW — Members of the Purdue Club of Kosciusko County are pleased to announce the 2017 recipients of the Purdue Scholars of Kosciusko County Scholarship. The scholarship is awarded to Kosciusko County residents who are in their junior or senior year at Purdue University who demonstrate work ethic and academic success, and who participate in …read more.

WARSAW — The Center Street Community Theatre will be performing its first all female production as ‘Steel Magnolias’ takes over the Wagon Wheel Theatre stage Oct. 5 – 8. The classic production takes place at Truvy’s beauty salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana. A group of six women share a close bond as they travel through life’s …read more.

WARSAW — Jamey Dorian Roberts, 31, who is shown with addresses at 205 E. Smith St., Milford, and 3781 N. Maple Drive, Warsaw, has been charged with possession of methamphetamine with enhancing circumstances, a level 5 felony; and possession of a syringe, a level 6 felony. Charges were filed Monday, Sept. 25, in Kosciusko Circuit …read more.

WARSAW — Official charges were filed Monday, Sept. 25, against Olivia Nicole Stacy, 20, 890 Walkers Ridge, Warsaw, for events that took place Sept. 18 at the home of another individual. The charges have been filed in Kosciusko Superior Court 1. Stacy has officially been charged with residential entry and strangulation, both level 6 felonies; …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Builders Association of Kosciusko and Fulton Counties congratulated Renewal Homes LLC as the People’s Choice Award winner for its 2017 Homes on Parade. Renewal Homes’ vintage farmhouse design delighted parade goers of all ages, with its pastoral setting and exterior features of classic narrow siding, fieldstone accents and metal accent roofing. Hardwood floors …read more.

WARSAW — Official charges have been filed against Sherry Lynn Gatke, 38, 504 W. Center St., Warsaw, and her son Kyle William Hamman, 19, 4416 W. 525S, Claypool. The pair were arrested Sept. 11 on initial charges. Gatke has officially been charged with possession of methamphetamine, maintaining a common nuisance, both level 6 felonies; and …read more.

Kyle David DeHart INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Supreme Court has denied Kyle DeHart’s petition to transfer his appeal to that court. The decision was issued Thursday, Sept. 21, by Indiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Loretta H. Rush. Lawrence Hansen, counsel for DeHart, filed a petition to transfer the appeal Aug. 9, after the Indiana Court …read more.

WARSAW — The Board of Zoning Appeals addressed two variance requests when they assembled for their monthly meeting Monday, Sept. 25. The first was a request by Jaime Davila who lives at 111 E. Fort Wayne St., Warsaw. Davila asked for a variance to allow a 6’ rear yard setback and to permit greater than …read more.

WARSAW — A groundbreaking ceremony for Warsaw Rotary Park will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 29 at the corner of West Center Street and West Market Street (future site of the park, near the Warsaw Public Works Department office).  Construction of the park will begin this fall and will continue over the next …read more.

WARSAW — Alisha Rae Hoover, 29, 322 S. Washington St., Apt. 3, Warsaw, was arrested early today, Tuesday, Sept. 26, on a warrant for a charge for possession of meth, a level 6 felony, and faces an initial charge of possession of a syringe for legend drug. She is being held in the Kosciusko County …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man is facing possession and dealing charges after officers discovered marijuana-growing areas inside his residence along with evidence of dealing marijuana and methamphetamine. Jason Joseph Bussie, 43, 425 North Roosevelt St., Warsaw, was arrested for dealing in methamphetamine, a level 5 felony; possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; maintaining a …read more.

Wawasee High School Choral Department will hold a Dan’s All You Can Eat Fish and Tenderloin Fry  from 4-7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 13, in the high school cafeteria. Carry-outs will also be available. The choirs will also be presenting Spooktacular performances during the fish fry. The Spooktacular is to celebrate Friday the 13th. Tickets …read more.

MENTONE — Another Mentone woman was arrested after drugs were found in a residence with juveniles present. Jaimee Nichole Marshall, 21, 306 S. Franklin St,. Mentone, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine. On Aug. 28, officers with the Mentone Police Department were called to the Franklin Street residence after a juvenile found a syringe filled …read more.

KOSCIUSKO —  Indiana’s Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning has begun accepting applications from families in 10 of the recently announced 15 expansion counties who may be eligible for grants for their children to receive high-quality, prekindergarten education through the On My Way Pre-K program for the 2017/2018 school year. Families residing in Bartholomew, …read more.

WARSAW — Brandi Seeley, North Manchester, was sentenced this morning, Sept. 25, for possession of chemical agents or precursors and attempting to manufacture a controlled substance, a level 6 felony. On Saturday, July 29, an employee from the Warsaw Dollar General called in a theft. He witnessed two females enter the store and place items …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace Village’s ARTcare with GRACE Program is holding its first Art Exhibit Open House from 1 to p.m. Sunday, Oct. 15. The public is invited to experience this historical Grace Village event. ARTcare with GRACE is an art therapy program that reaches out to all residents at Grace Village with a special …read more.

WARSAW — Cheyenne P. Miller, Silver Lake, was sentenced for neglect of a dependent resulting in serious bodily injury this morning, Sept. 25, in Kosciusko County Circuit Court. Miller first discovered she was pregnant on Jan. 6, when she was admitted to the hospital with abdominal pain. On Feb. 19, Miller was diagnosed with a displaced …read more.

Syracuse can now “push the play button” on three years’ worth of street paving, crack sealing and ADA-compliant sidewalk renovations, according to Doug Burgess, capital program management director for the Fort Wayne district of the Indiana Department of Transportation. Burgess and Mark Ober, the district’s project manager, presented a certificate acknowledging a $352,688 state grant …read more.

BOURBON — Lester G. Sellers, Bourbon, died as a result of a farming accident at 9:07 p.m. Friday, Sept. 22. The accident occurred at 3523 9B Road, Bourbon. According to the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department, authorities were called to the 9B Road location for a serious farming incident involving a tractor. Upon arrival, Sellers was …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY —You always hear people say it doesn’t happen here. But the opioid epidemic, with overdoses and deaths, is happening here, just as it is nationally. And it is a concern of local health and public safety officials. Kosciusko County Coroner Tony Ciriello reported there have been 18 overdose deaths directly related to opioids …read more.

Silver Lake — The Board of Directors of the Lakeview Cemetery in Silver Lake want to remind patrons that all faded grave decorations must be removed by Oct. 15.  Any decorations remaining after that date will be discarded.  In addition, decorations not in compliance with cemetery regulations will be removed as well.  Fall and winter decorations …read more.

BOURBON – Triton athletic director Mason McIntire offered a letter of appreciation for the support the Triton community received the past week.

WINONA LAKE — Anticipation is building. Grace College Homecoming will take place Friday and Saturday, Oct. 6 and 7. The weekend promises to provide time to reconnect with friends, tour campus, enjoy entertainment, competition and much more. For the complete event schedule and to register, visit the Grace College website. “In celebration of our alumni, …read more.

WARSAW — Due to the unusually nice weather, the city has had an unexpected opportunity to reseal the city municipal parking lot. This is the lot next to Expressions Salon and Spa in downtown Warsaw.  The lot will be closed today and also tomorrow, Sept. 26, for restriping.

WINONA LAKE — The 2017 Village at Winona Art Fair was named among the best art shows in America, in the 25th edition of Sunshine Artist magazine’s 200 Best Art Shows in America. The list recognizes top 100 shows in each of two categories: Fine art and design and classic and contemporary crafts. Rankings are …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County officials are currently investigating a motor vehicle traffic crash that occurred on Old Road 30 West and Riverwood Ranch Road near Warsaw. A male bicycle operator was critically injured in the crash. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s deputies and emergency personnel responded at 10:52 p.m. Friday evening, Sept. 22, to a reported crash …read more.