WINONA LAKE  —  Looking for a fun way to get some exercise and help put an Automatic External Defibrillator in all the patrol cars at the Bremen State Police Post? It’s as easy as signing up to be part of the 5K Family Fun Run that will be held starting at noon Nov. 30, at …read more.

By Melissa Chapman, Cataloging Supervisor. Whether you are a Griswold fan or prefer the retro allure of Bedford Falls, there are certain movies that just make the holidays complete. Everyone has their go-to film for the holidays and Warsaw Community Public Library has an ample amount of films to satisfy the holiday spirit in all …read more.

Visit With Santa Dec. 9 | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.| All Ages Santa Claus is coming to town, and stopping at the Library! Come to the Library to visit with Santa, sit in his sleigh and take pictures. Candy canes will be available. Visitors are responsible for their own pictures, but staff will be …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The holiday festivities continued this weekend as crowds flocked to the Village of Winona for some Christmas fun Saturday evening, Nov. 25, in Winona Lake. Families came out to watch the lighting of the town’s Christmas tree but not until first enjoying some sweet treats, warm drinks, fires and entertainment. Children were …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Just in time for holiday gift making, North Webster Community Public Library is opening a new sewing room complete with a programmable sewing machine.  Starting Dec. 1, the sewing room will be available in two-hour time slots throughout the day Wednesdays through Saturdays each week.  Patrons can bring their sewing projects to the …read more.

AKRON — Tippecanoe Valley FFA parliamentary procedure team competed in the district chapter meeting contest Wednesday, Nov. 15, at Warsaw Community High School.

WARSAW — Shortly before 8:40 p.m. Friday, Nov. 24, Warsaw Fire and Lutheran EMS were dispatched to a two-vehicle accident in the westbound lane of Lake City Highway at Center Street, Warsaw. Warsaw Police Department was also on scene. At least four people were being treated with injuries; the severity is unknown at this time. …read more.

WARSAW — It is time to start checking off names on your Christmas gift list. Black Friday may be coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean the good deals are over. Warsaw has numerous small businesses partaking in Small Business Saturday, Nov. 25, offering deals, giveaways and prizes to their customers. Downtown Warsaw stores …read more.

WARSAW — Vein Institute & MediSpa, Inc. announces the winners of the recent fall anti-aging event. Jessica Denton received a facial injectable package valued at $5,000 which includes Voluma, Vollure, Restylane, Volbella and Botox. Jessica was one of 15 prize winners during the recent Anti-Aging Autumn Sale. More than $10,000 in services and products were awarded …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY —  Builders Association of Kosciusko – Fulton Counties’ Director and IBA State Parliamentarian, Frank Rhoades, Cottage Watchman Security Systems, Pierceton, accepted nomination to become a 2018 National Association of Home Builders Associate Director earlier this month. 2017 NAHB Associate Director, Tom Slater, Timberland Lumber Company, Terre Haute, will vacate his role. As a …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department is once again setting up a holiday light display at Central Park in Warsaw for the 2017 holiday season. The display will be lit from 4 p.m. until midnight starting Friday, Dec. 1, and ending Sunday, Dec. 31. This year there will be rope light fixtures as well …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — RE/MAX Lakes announced Wednesday, Nov. 15, that Realtor Mindy Scaggs has joined the growing real estate franchise. Scaggs brings to their office more than 25 years of customer service/management experience. “I’m excited to be part of the most productive real estate network and heighten the buying and selling experience for my clients,” …read more.

  By Chad Cripe Principal, Tippecanoe Valley High School AKRON — According to Chad Cripe, principal of Tippecanoe Valley High School, they have had a terrific start to the school year. “I’m looking forward to ending the first semester strong,” Cripe stated, “At Tippecanoe Valley our mission is a commitment to student success through character, leadership …read more.

WARSAW — With help from the Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory, Tim, a Cardinal Services’ client, gets to live out a life-long dream of becoming a firefighter. Tim’s involvement with the fire department started out with just a tour. During the tour, he really connected with the firefighters on A shift and Tim suggested joining the team …read more.

By DARLA McCAMMON Lakeland Art Association WARSAW — “Seagrapes and Mangroves” was the excellent acrylic work of our friend Pat Thompson. This piece also won Thompson the Best of Show award and the recent fall competition at Lakeland Art Association. Other top winners were:  Elizabeth Wamsley, first place for her ceramic vase titled “Seafoam.” Stephanie …read more.

PIERCETON —  Pierceton Woods Academy held their own Thanksgiving celebration this week, which included preparing and enjoying a traditional Thanksgiving meal. Residents also created a ‘Thankful Wall’ where they shared what they are grateful for this year. Many of the responses included having a place to live, appreciation for staff and feeling safe. Due to …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School special education department has started an American Sign Language club. All students at WCHS are welcome to attend this free club. Members currently meet from 3-4 p.m. Thursday afternoons in Tiger Central. Students are learning to sign in ASL and also understand sign. Contact Pam Jarecki-Vosler at [email protected] for …read more.

WARSAW — Students in Mrs. Reichard’s sixth grade class at Madison Elementary filled six shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child. The shoeboxes filled with toys, school supplies and hygiene items will be delivered to children in need around the world. For many of these children, the shoebox will be the first gift they have ever received. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Builders Association of Kosciusko – Fulton Counties’ past President Brett Harter, CGP CAPS, Harter Custom Construction will vacate his office as the 2017 IBA State Secretary and move up in the ranks as the 2018 IBA State Treasurer come January. New state officers were nominated and installed at the Indiana Builders Association …read more.

WARSAW — Local youth will now have the opportunity to learn about the farm, the fork and everything that happens in between. Youth will not only learn about where their food comes from, they will also learn how to prepare it properly through the new Young Chefs program and Farm to Table cook-off. Participants will …read more.

WARSAW — Photographers are known to have fearless, outgoing personalities all while welcoming the unknown. They strut out of their comfort zone to see new places and meet new people. Traveling and trying exciting things is a dream everyone has but is often times placed on the back burner. Karen Geswein, 55, Warsaw, is a …read more.

KOSCIUSKO – Kosciusko County parents of four-year-olds have a new opportunity to get their children free, full-day preschool, thanks to a pilot initiative called On My Way Pre-K. Kosciusko County will begin offering free preschool in January. Enrollment is happening now. A limited number of spots are available at participating preschools in Mentone, Milford, North …read more.

WARSAW — Fibrous Dysplasia is a rare bone disease, occurring one in every 10,000 births. It’s a gene mutation that occurs in the womb and is oldest known bone tumor disease, the earliest discovery dating back 400,000 years ago. Despite it being the oldest known bone disease there is little information on it. FD can …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Village at Winona is to host their annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 25, in conjunction with Toys for Tots. Featuring a visit from Santa Claus, train rides, music, cookies and hot chocolate, caroling, kids ornament making and more. Toys for Tots and the Village at Winona will collect …read more.

WARSAW — During an argument a Warsaw man strangled a female victim and threatened to kill her while holding a knife. Carlos Genod Austin, 34, 503 W. Center St., Warsaw, is being charged with intimidation with a deadly weapon, a level 5 felony; strangulation, a level 6 felony; and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School was recently honored at the state level during the 2017 Indiana Dual Credit Recognition Ceremony. The inaugural celebration recognized WCHS’s efforts to provide Indiana students with access to and success in dual credit courses. This year, schools achieving a minimum of a 30 percent success rate for the 2015-2016 …read more.

  WARSAW —  Kosciusko County Relay for Life Event Leadership Team member Brian Spangle, Leesburg, and American Cancer Society Lakeshore Division Community Development Manager Wendy Mang attended the Warsaw Parks & Recreation board meeting Tuesday, Nov. 21, to make a request regarding the 2018 Kosciusko County Relay for Life event in Warsaw. After informing board …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The operator of the ORV was released with minor injuries and is now recovering at home. The passenger of the ORV who was seriously injured in the accident succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead on Monday, Nov. 20, by the Allen County Coroner’s Office. No autopsy will be performed, and the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — This month, Northern Indiana Public Service Company will provide over 60 trees to several area community projects. These trees will provide energy conservation benefits, aid communities in increasing their total urban canopy coverage goals, provide numerous environmental and economic benefits and demonstrate “Right Tree, Right Place” planting practices. Planting sites include:  Humane Indiana …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The lake in Winona has taken a drastic overhaul over the last few decades, and the revenue it generate suggests it’s looking pretty good. Lilly Center for Lake and Streams Director Dr. Nate Bosch informed the Winona Lake board of all that has been accomplished over the last hundred of years Tuesday …read more.

South Whitley — The year was 1979, and Joe Begley had just started as the ag teacher for Whitko Community Schools. It was a time before copy machines when students were recruited to make copies of the handouts.  It was a time when calculators had only just became accessible to the masses and comprised of …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — On Monday, Nov. 20, Warsaw Police officers received information on the location of Samantha Burleson, 18, Etna Green.  Burleson is suspected of passing several counterfeit $100 bills to local stores.  Warsaw Police officers made contact with Burleson and placed her under arrest.  Burleson was booked into the Kosciusko County Jail on charges of …read more.

By JANELLE DEATSMAN Maple Leaf Farms Inc. LEESBURG — Maple Leaf Farms recently joined forces with other Indiana-based poultry companies to donate more than 75 tons of poultry products to hunger relief organizations throughout the Hoosier state. Gov. Eric Holcomb and Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch were on hand at a special ceremony at the Statehouse …read more.

SYRACUSE — Turkey Creek Fire Territory Chief Mickey Scott while giving his report to the Syracuse Town Council Tuesday, Nov. 21, took a moment to spread public safety information. “Kidde has recalled 37 million fire extinguishers manufactured from Jan. 1, 1973, to Aug. 15, 2017,” Scott said. Affected fire extinguishers are ones with plastic handles. …read more.

SYRACUSE — In light of rainy weather, Public Works Superintendent Robin Merchant raised concerns about sewer flows during the Syracuse Town Council meeting Tuesday, Nov. 21. “Three weeks ago with the last big rain event, the plant saw a three-fold in flow (increase),” he said. “We are on the verge of peaking the plant capacity.” …read more.

WARSAW —Rebecca Bazzoni, executive director for Joe’s Kids was recently notified that the Dekko Foundation has awarded Joe’s Kids a $25,000 matching grant for operational support.  “We feel very blessed that the Dekko Foundation believes in our mission and understands our dedication and passion for our kids,” Bazzoni stated. This grant is a matching dollar …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Town Council barreled through its business at the regular monthly meeting Tuesday, Nov. 21, at the North Webster Community Center. Kosciusko County Area Planning Commission Director Dan Richard presented a property to be approved for a zoning change from residential to commercial. Owned by the estate of Katherine H. White, …read more.

WARSAW — As with any assemblage of savvy historians, the collective wisdom of seven students at Warsaw Christian School yielded a perspective on Thanksgiving somewhat different from the traditional version most have come to know. The scholars included Ethan Danko, 6; Owen Hoyt, 7; Jaxon Kimes, 6; Barrett Polk, 6; Lilianna Sumpter, 6; Freya Wessels, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Indiana Builders Association Board of Directors and Committee Meetings took place in Carmel on Nov. 6 and 7. Six members of the Builders Association of Kosciusko – Fulton Counties traveled to attend a state leadership conference and various committee meetings, weighing-in on important discussions and decisions pertaining to building codes and safety, …read more.

CROMWELL — Hurry up and wait. The board members of Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District are feeling the strain from this method as they forge ahead with a plan to reduce flow to the town of Syracuse while continuing to wait on answers to questions posed in July. On Monday evening, Nov. 20, TCRSD heard …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools Corporation continues to challenge traditional concepts in schooling, and whether change is needed. Data Analyst Shelly Wilfong opened discussion with the board about homework and its place in school, presenting data on the effectiveness of homework. “What the research shows is that it’s not really necessarily about the quantity of …read more.

WARSAW – In observance of Thanksgiving, the city of Warsaw offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 23 and Friday, Nov. 24.  Thursday’s trash route will be serviced on Wednesday, Nov. 22, and Friday’s route will be serviced on Monday, Nov. 27. The town of Winona Lake offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 23, and Friday, …read more.

Jones & Henry Senior Engineer John Magsam. CLAYPOOL — John Magsam, senior engineer of Jones & Henry Engineers, Ltd., Fort Wayne, was present with Jeff Hersha to give a summary of the permit updates to Claypool’s wastewater treatment plant at the Nov. 20 town council meeting. In 2016, Magsam submitted a written progress report to the …read more.

WARSAW — A motion to correct errors, filed by Scott Lennox on behalf of Dr. Mark Soto has been granted by Special Judge Stephen Bowers, but not for the reasons the defense requested. A hearing will be held to address restitution once Soto completes the Victim Offender Reconciliation Program of the Center for Community Justice. …read more.

WARSAW – The Beaman Home’s Sync UP! and DoVE Outreach program manager Brandie Rex and volunteer coordinator and sexual assault advocate Tabitha Gabbard were honored to have been invited to speak at two different colleges about sexual assault. Gabbard recently educated an audience of more than 25 college students about sexual assault on Grace College’s …read more.

WARSAW — Unsafe premises at 1022 E. Market St., Warsaw were addressed during the Department of Code Enforcement’s hearing held yesterday, Nov. 20. The issue was discovered when a fire broke out on a mattress in the basement of the residence. The owner, Tina Prater, had allowed a family with children to reside in her …read more.

AKRON  — Tippecanoe Valley Middle School and Mentone Elementary School both held successful food drives for Mary & Jerry’s Helping Hands food pantry in Mentone. The annual food drives started on Nov. 13 and ran through Nov. 17. Mentone Elementary School collected more than 3,000 food items and more than $1,000 in monetary donations. Each …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace hosted its sixth annual Executive Forum Monday morning, Nov. 20, at the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center where guests heard from local business professionals as well as United States Congressman Jim Banks. Banks wrapped up the event by speaking on social media and the negative effects it has had on American politics. …read more.

WINONA LAKE —  The Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams’ 10th annual art contest, “Life at the Lake,” was a success. The artworks of 59 students are featured in the 2018 calendar, distributed by the Lilly Center. Student art depicted native water life and activities like fishing and swimming. “The art contest is open to all …read more.

WARSAW — An amended sewage rate ordinance was presented and passed during the Warsaw Common Council held last night, Nov. 20. The amendment eliminates the billing department charge for all users. Before presenting the amended ordinance, the council was asked to amend the project description. Due to bid estimates coming in lower than anticipated, it …read more.

By Trisha Steger, BAKFC Executive Officer The Builders Association of Kosciusko – Fulton Counties’ “Coats for Kids” project wrapped up its 22nd year during the week of Nov. 13. A combination of 21 “Coats for Kids” committee members and delivery team volunteers packed and delivered 486 coats to 19 elementary schools in Kosciusko, Fulton and …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee High School’s cheerleaders will be hosting a craft show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16, in the high school cafeteria. More than 50 booths of local vendors will be set up offering crafts, jewelry, home decor, food items, a silent auction and more. Cheerleaders will do holiday gift wrapping …read more.

WARSAW — Ashley Michelle Cummins, 27, Mentone, was sentenced today in Kosciusko Circuit Court for charges of dealing in a narcotic drug, a lesser included offense as a level 5 felony, and neglect of a dependent, a level 5 felony. Cummins was arrested in December 2016 when a Warsaw Police Officer witnessed a drug deal of methamphetamine at …read more.

ELKHART — Admitting he was wrong and asking for a second chance, didn’t deter Special Judge Stephen Bowers this afternoon, Nov. 20. Bowers sentenced Kevin L. Bronson to the Indiana Department of Corrections to serve his seven-year sentence. A special notation will be sent to the IDOC noting Bronson may be in danger from other …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Handmade Holiday was the theme for the Kosciusko County Extension Homemakers Holiday Program held in the Home and Family Arts Building at Kosciusko County Fairgrounds on Nov. 15.  Demonstrations were given by members of Knitting Together, and lunch was served by Extension Homemakers to numerous county members and guests.  Members demonstrated how to make advent …read more.

SYRACUSE — Five representatives from the Wawasee Community School Corporation were among more than 130 superintendents, principals, counselors and others attending a meeting Friday afternoon, Nov. 17, at Homestead High School in Allen County. The meeting was concerning a state panel’s recommendations for new pathways graduation requirements for high schools. The discussion was led by …read more.

WARSAW — The OrthoWorx Diversity Committee and Kosciusko Community YMCA today announced the launch of a new series open to the public focusing on diversity. The Diversity Discussion Series will hold its first event titled Keeping the Faith: An Examination of Religions and Their Followers from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7, at the …read more.

WINONA LAKE –  The United States Attorney for the Northern District of Indiana, Thomas L. Kirsch II, announced that Darin Devon Hurd, 25, of Winona Lake, was charged with possession with intent to distribute heroin and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.      According to documents in this case, Hurd’s girlfriend was found dead …read more.

SYRACUSE — A traffic stop resulted in the arrest of a Syracuse man after the officer discovered marijuana and methamphetamine. Jacob Lewis Larkin, 25, 507 N. Dolan Drive, Syracuse, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; driving while suspended, a class A misdemeanor; and possession of marijuana, a class B misdemeanor. …read more.

Millions of Americans will travel the nation’s highways this Thanksgiving holiday to visit family and friends. With more vehicles on the road, the chances of being involved in a crash increase greatly. Kosciusko County Traffic Safety Partnership is joining more than 230 local law-enforcement agencies across the state to spot violations to Indiana’s seat belt …read more.

WARSAW — Local breeder Ashlee Ryman, associated with Ryman Auto Connection, has answered a veteran’s prayers by donating a puppy to become a service dog. Chris, who wishes to have his last name concealed, from Indianapolis, served with the U.S. Army from 2007-2011 and suffers from extreme post-traumatic stress disorder. After seeing the positive effects …read more.

AKRON — The Tippecanoe Valley High School Student Council and the American Red Cross will host a community blood drive from 7:30 a.m. to 1: 30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, in the high school gymnasium. The blood drive is open to anyone who meets the donor requirements outlined by the American Red Cross. Anyone interested …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested after he crashed a stolen Corvette. He also battered his wife and a neighbor when they tried to stop him. Shawn Anthony Gentry, 36, 2136 S. Julian Drive, Warsaw, is being charged with auto theft, a level 6 felony; criminal mischief, a class A misdemeanor; battery, a class …read more.

KOSCIUSKO —  Habitat for Humanity of Kosciusko County has joined #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide. It transforms how people think about, talk about, and participate in the giving season. #GivingTuesday is held annually on the Tuesday …read more.

Mah Jongg Nov. 29 | 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. | Adults The library is hosting its regular Mah Jongg game day from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. every Wednesdays throughout the month of November. No experience or registration is necessary; come to learn the game and have fun. Get Crafty Nov. 29 | 1 …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw’s department of public works will be closing Indiana Street from Winona Avenue to Market Street on Monday, Nov. 20.  The road closure will begin at 7 a.m. and remain closed all day for a sewer line repair.

As the holidays approach, Warsaw Community Public Library offers a number of programs, both seasonal and non-seasonal, for teens and adults. Chess club meets at 10 a.m. Saturdays in December. Bring a chess game if you have one. There will be no meeting Saturday, Dec. 23. The cookbook club will host a cookie exchange at …read more.

Written by Milford Public Library Staff New Items This November New movies and TV series include “The Beguiled,” “Big Little Lies (Season 1),” “Transformers: The Last Knight” and “Westworld: the complete first season.” New movies for children include “Leap!,” “Descendants 2” and “Cars 3.” Kids can get excited for Christmastime with festive new movies like …read more.

SYRACUSE — Despite the cold and rainy weather families ventured to the Lakeland Youth Center to partake in gingerbread house building to awaken their creative side and satisfy their stomachs with sweet holiday candies. While it’s unfortunate that Syracuse Holiday Magic was cancelled, the Christmas excitement and cheer wasn’t.  

MENTONE — Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating an off road vehicle accident that occurred at approximately 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17,  near 6005 W. Shilling Road. Two male juveniles were injured in the accident. One male juvenile, 15, Fort Wayne, was operating an ORV on private property with a second male juvenile, 16, Fort Wayne, …read more.

SYRACUSE — Unfortunately Syracuse Holiday Magic at Veterans Memorial Park at Crosson Mill has been cancelled due to harsh weather conditions. It was decided this morning that the weather will only continue to get worse with no hope for improvement, therefore leading to the cancellation of the event. The Lakeland Youth Center will still be …read more.

The Syracuse Library is closing for the Thanksgiving holiday on both Thursday, Nov. 23, and Friday, Nov. 24, and reopening for normal business hours on Saturday, Nov. 25. Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to read “Mo Willems,” make a craft and sing a song at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 20, or at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, …read more.

WARSAW — Bids for three sewer rehabilitation projects were accepted at today’s Public Board of Works meeting, Nov. 17. Bids were opened at the Nov. 3 meeting. With the project being funded in part by a state revolving fund, bid acceptance is contingent upon finalizing funds. City of Warsaw Utility Manager Brian Davison recommended the following …read more.

SYRACUSE — “Today we moved the birds in,” said Joan Harden, agriscience teacher at Wawasee High School, referring to the new poultry facility on the high school campus. An open house was held Friday afternoon, Nov. 17, for the facility, located near the career and technical education building. Harden noted the process began about a …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Kittie Grill’s great passions in life were sharing her Christian faith with others and looking out for the welfare of her family even in her later years.

WINONA LAKE — Joy Lohse was honored with the 2016 Bill Reneker Community Service Award at the annual Winona Lake Community Appreciation Banquet Thursday, Nov. 16, at Westminster Hall in Winona Lake. Lohse is Director of Marketing and Public Relations at Kosciusko Community Hospital. She has been a member of the Winona Lake Town Council …read more.

AKRON — Sixteen Tippecanoe Valley FFA members attended the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis the last week of October.

  SYRACUSE — Koscuisko County Sheriff’s deputies, Syracuse Police Department and Lutheran EMS, Milford Fire Department and a Warsaw Police Officer responded to a personal-injury accident at 4:35 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16, North CR 300E and East Bowser Road, Syracuse. Franz W. Brower, 32, East Northshore Drive, Syracuse, driving a Toyota Prius, failed to yield …read more.

WARSAW — While responding to a fist fight, an officer discovered the fight occurred because of a drug intervention. One subject was found in possession of methamphetamine and marijuana. Jacob Allan Kirlin, 18, 620 N. Lincoln St., Warsaw, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; possession of marijuana, a class B …read more.

ELKHART COUNTY — Kevin Bronson pleaded not guilty on a violation filed by Elkhart County Community Corrections Nov. 13. A dispositional hearing has been set at 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 20, in Elkhart Superior Court 2, with Judge Stephen Bowers, special judge, presiding. Peter Todd from the Elkhart County Public Defender’s office has been appointed …read more.

PIERCETON — Hartman & Sons Painting was started by Gerald Hartman in Pierceton in 1942. Hartman had been told by one of his friends a living could be made by painting barns and roofs.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Board of Zoning Appeals heard five variances and two exceptions at its Thursday, Nov. 16, meeting. A new business was granted an exception and a variance. The owner and president of Travel Lite, Dustin Johns, requested an exception to allow recreational vehicle sales, service, and repair in an industrial 2 district with …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Criminal charges have been filed against Patrick Olson for alleged misconduct while being employed as a Community Corrections Officer at the Kosciusko County Community Correction Department. Olson is being charged with sexual misconduct by service provider, a level 5 felony, and aiding/inducing/causing escape, a level 6 felony. On Aug. 4, a female offender …read more.

AKRON — Anyone looking for a way to give back this Christmas season can sponsor a family in need within the Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation through the Miracle Tree program. Miracle Tree has been a holiday tradition in the Rochester community for more than a decade thanks to the Mill Creek Missionary Church, but because …read more.

WARSAW — Harrison Elementary’s fourth grade class carried food donations from the school’s annual food drive to Combined Community Services Thursday afternoon, Nov. 16. “I saw some of my former students who have kids now bringing stuff in,” said Harrison PE Teacher Scott Mehlberg, who heads up the event. “It’s going full circle. Those kids …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Treasures for Troops and The First Freewill Baptist Church of Kosciusko County will be conducting the seventh annual Stockings for Soldiers drive beginning today, Nov. 17. Once again, the community has an opportunity to send some holiday cheer to a deployed service member. To participate and fill a Christmas stocking to be sent …read more.

PIERCETON — Born and raised in Warsaw, Sherry Leeman graduated from Warsaw Community High School in 1994 and then moved to the Goshen and South Bend areas for a few years. She began to play guitar and sing in bands as a creative outlet.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools orchestra students are currently preparing for the winter orchestra concert. The concert will take place at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 19, in the Warsaw Performing Arts Center. The event is free and the public is welcome to attend. Come out and see what’s happening in Warsaw orchestras.

WARSAW — A notice of appeal on behalf of Kimbert A. G. Crafton, 32, 609 W. Boston St., Syracuse, regarding his sentencing Oct. 18 has been filed with the Indiana Court of Appeals. While in an unrelated case, a jury trial date has been set on a charge of impersonation of a public servant. Donald …read more.

WARSAW — Joshua Allen Wolfe, 28, Elkhart, was sentenced today in Superior Court II for a burglary charge stemming from a December 2016 incident. According to the affidavit of probable cause filed Dec. 21, 2016, a man reported two burglaries to the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department. The victim stated that between Dec. 28, 2015, and …read more.

WARSAW — Incubacol S.A.S., a corporation established under the laws of Columbia, South America, has filed a lawsuit against CTB Inc., doing business as Chore-Time, Milford. The suit is asking for compensatory damages, prejudgment interest, costs and a jury trial on three counts. The suit was filed Nov. 14, in Kosciusko Circuit Court. The suit …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Join the Grace College Community Wind Ensemble on Friday, Nov. 17, for an evening of American folk music. The free concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Winona Heritage Room, 901 Park Ave., Winona Lake. Among other professionals and community members, eight Grace College students will play in the ensemble. Featured …read more.

WARSAW — As the winds grow frosty and daylight shortens, some people may not be cheerful and jolly as the holiday season approaches. While winter is beautiful in its cold harsh way the changing of seasons causes people to experience seasonal affective disorder, more commonly known as seasonal depression. Unlike clinical depression, which hangs on …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Looking to volunteer to buy gifts for clients of a nonprofit this holiday season? Check out the Cardinal Elf, a project of Cardinal Services. Cardinal is seeking members of the community to buy holiday gifts for a person with a developmental disability served by Cardinal. You will receive information about an adult served by …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko Community Senior Services and the Liberty Sewing Circle teamed up once again to offer thanks to local veterans. The Threads of Valor quilt presentation was held Wednesday, Nov.15, at the Kosciusko County Senior Center in Warsaw. Liberty Sewing Circle consists of a group of ladies from the community who create quilts, lap …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Police Department has received numerous reports of counterfeit currency being used at local stores.  The $100 bills that are being passed are either marked with “Souvenir of America” on the left side of the bill or, “FOR MOTION PICTURE USE ONLY” on the right side of the bill.  These bills have …read more.

    KOSCIUSKO — Donors and community members were invited to celebrate the yearly accomplishments of the Kosciusko County Community Foundation during the annual celebration luncheon held yesterday, Nov. 15. During the last fiscal year, donors allowed the foundation to award nearly $2.5 million in grants. More than $537,000 in scholarships were awarded to 239 …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School students met Monday, Nov. 13, to present a check to the K21 Kosciusko Cancer Care Fund totaling $3,087.80. The donation follows fundraising done by students and staff during the annual breast cancer awareness pink out game. Though WCHS played against Wawasee High School, both schools worked together to help …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw’s got some big goals with its Dual Learning Immersion Program, but it seems well on its way to achieving them. The Warsaw Community School Board received a demonstration from Eisenhower teacher Laura Quirindongo and six of her students on how DLI is working with the students Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 14, at Warsaw …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Park Board met at its regular time Monday evening, Nov. 13. The meeting was spent reviewing the master plan, future projects and completed projects. The projects that had been talked about for the past few months, such as putting down mulch at Crosson Mill Park and Henry Ward Park, playground repairs at …read more.