WARSAW — The Friends of the Warsaw Community Public Library are partnering with the Winona Lake Little Free Library to provide books for children and adults. Friends of the Library President Merri Bottorff got involved when Lorraine Deffenbaugh, steward of the Winona Lake Little Free Library, requested books to help keep the Little Free Library …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Plan B became plan A for the Wawasee Building Trades project. Originally the plan was to build a house beginning with the start of the school year in August. But that plan fell through when the property owner wasn’t able to secure financing for the home. To keep the building trades students …read more.

WARSAW — Nothing is appearing to be easy when it comes to Ordinance 2017-10-09, and the council is beginning to feel pressure of a pressed timeline with a complicated situation. Warsaw’s Common Council discussed the newly proposed ordinance to establishing new sewage rate Friday, Oct. 27. The ordinance will be presented on Nov. 6 at …read more.

[weaver_youtube id=tkdEdKIRpVM rel=0] WARSAW — Officials with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department released more information regarding the recent stabbing homicide today, Oct. 27, during a press conference. The crime occurred on Monday, Oct. 23, when Derrick L. Wandrick, 23, Harvey, Ill., fatally stabbed David L. Strowder Jr., 21, Elkhart, 63 times. During the conference, Detective Todd Sautter announced …read more.

WARSAW — As the director of marketing strategy at 212 Media Studios, Dustin Hickle has a lot of responsibilities. Despite the demands of his job, Hickle took time out of his busy schedule to invest in Grace College students by teaching the class Social Media Marketing. “Communication through social media is paramount in today’s society, …read more.

AKRON — Tippecanoe Valley High School’s theatre department has announced details for its annual fall play. More than 30 high school students have been practicing, under the direction of Katharina Williamson, since late August to prepare for the comedy If Today is the First Day of the Rest of My Life, I’m In Real Trouble …read more.

WINONA LAKE — It’s not about the money. It’s not about the social aspect. It’s all about creating a better opportunities for kids. Big Brothers, Big Sisters held its Fourth Annual BIG Celebration Thursday night in Winona Lake. “Just to know that Big Brothers, Big Sisters is here. We have an urgent need for Bigs; …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School’s environmental studies and zoology classes recently visited Eagle Creek to investigate the ecology and condition of the stream. The classes performed various activities from the Hoosier Riverwatch. Students performed a macroinvertebrate survey to help evaluate the health of the stream as certain species are more tolerant to pollutants and …read more.

WARSAW — Additional information has been released regarding the stabbing homicide on Monday, Oct. 23. According to the affidavit of probable cause, the victim was found with 63 stab wounds. At approximately 7:45 p.m., officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department found David L. Strowder Jr., 21, Elkhart, lying face down in the grass near …read more.

WARSAW — Where do women in today’s workforce turn to find inspiration, support and empowerment when faced with the unique challenges confronting them on a daily basis? A few years ago, a group of women from several of the orthopedic companies located in Warsaw gathered to discuss that very question. After several months of research …read more.

WARSAW — Fall has officially moved in. While this past Sunday’s, Oct. 22, temperatures peaked at 75 degrees, rain moved in and quickly dropped temperatures. This weekend you can expect it to be chilly. Today’s high will peak around 50, with the low dipping tonight to just above freezing with a 30-40 percent chance of …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Community YMCA is collecting coats for Combined Community Services by offering $25 off their joiner’s fee for anyone who brings in a new or gently used youth or adult coat on Nov. 1, and joins that day.  Contact the Y with any questions at (574) 269-9622 or visit www.kcymca.org. The Y is the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Monday evening, Oct. 23, at the Warsaw Public Library, the North Central Indiana League Of Women Voters was formed. State Co-Presidents Oscar Anderson and Patsy Hoyer as well as Crawfordsville President Gail Pebworth were in Warsaw to establish the Charter and approve board positions. The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, …read more.

WARSAW — Students in Lakeview Middle School’s family and consumer science successful living class recently participated in an activity revealing the power of communication. The class was asked to stack cups using only string and a rubber band. Students were not permitted to touch the cups with their hands or, even more challenging, talk to …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Supreme Court has denied Brandon Woody’s petition to transfer his appeal to that court. The decision was issued Tuesday, Oct. 24, by Indiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Loretta H. Rush. Joseph Sobek, counsel for Woody, filed a petition to transfer the appeal Aug. 24, after the Indiana Court of Appeals denied the …read more.

BY EILEEN OAKS Marketing and Outreach for The Watershed Foundation NORTH WEBSTER — The Watershed Foundation has announced Paige Hubner as the newest member of the office team. She will fill the position of administrative assistant. Hubner has lived in the area and worked with the community for many years — serving as a very …read more.

WARSAW — With winter approaching, many services are looking for donations to help families in need, keep out of the cold and celebrate the holidays. Locally, Combined Community Services and The Salvation Army are options available to those looking to donate. Combined Community Services serves the community offering utility and clothing assistance, helping the community …read more.

WINONA LAKE —  Grace College’s Winona History Center is pleased to sponsor “The Unknown Story of Billy Sunday’s Circus Giant” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 2, in Westminster Hall, 105 9th Street, Winona Lake. The special event is free and open to the public. The presentation features historian Daniel Silliman, who will uncover the identity …read more.

SILVER LAKE — Wednesday, Oct. 25, the Silver Lake town council held a budget adoption meeting for the 2018 proposed budget. The 2018 budget shows a 15 percent overall increase from the 2017 budget. The 15 percent increase is to the Motor Vehicle Highway Fund as well as the Economic Development Fund. New laws enacted this …read more.

WARSAW — On Thursday, Nov. 2, parents, teachers and students are invited to attend a community event at the Warsaw Community High School Performing Arts Center discussing the topic of homework. The seminar will be led by Rick Wormeli, a nationally-renowned author, educator and public speaker. The presentation will begin at 6 p.m. and conclude …read more.

*WARNING: The following article contains information that may not be suitable for all readers* KOSCIUSKO — Three inmates had additional felony charges added in reference to a rape that occurred while incarcerated in the Kosciusko County Jail. Timothy Dmitriy Freeman, 23, 346 Deerwood Court, Warsaw, is being charged with rape, a level 3 felony, and …read more.

MILFORD — Judi Clark has been named Supply Chain Manager for Chore-Time, according to Jeff Miller, vice president and general manager for the CTB’s business unit. In her new position, Clark will be responsible for leading all aspects of purchasing, planning and scheduling as well as inventory control and forecasting. Clark joined the Chore-Time team …read more.

WARSAW — An Illinois man has been arrested for the stabbing homicide that occurred on Monday, Oct. 23.  On Monday, the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded to a male subject, David L. Strowder Jr., who had been critically injured and later died from his injuries. The subject was a victim of an attack that resulted …read more.

WARSAW — The annual Spooktakular event will take place from 5:30 until 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27 in downtown Warsaw. Warsaw Community Development Corporation, the city of Warsaw, Miller’s Senior Living Community and the Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club are partnering to bring the community the annual Halloween costume contest and trick-or-treating opportunity. Registration for the costume …read more.

WARSAW — It’s never too early to have a joyful season or participate in the annual drawing of Christmas Bucks. Kosciusko County merchants will be giving away $2,000 in Christmas Bucks this year. The Papers Inc. and participating merchants sponsor the promotion to give back to the community during the holiday season. The Party Shop, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Since February 2016, the Kosciusko Community YMCA has offered the nationally recognized LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA program for people affected by cancer. This evidence-based 12-week physical activity and wellbeing program is designed to help survivors both during and after cancer treatment to remain active in a safe and supportive environment. Recognizing the incredible …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — InkFreeNews.com has officially reached 58,000 likes on its Facebook page. InkFreeNews continues to prove itself as Kosciusko County’s breaking news leader. InkFreeNews has been providing breaking news to Kosciusko County since April 30, 2012. The news operation has changed names and editors since 2012, but has always striven to deliver fast and accurate news pertaining …read more.

WARSAW — It’s one thing to design a residential landscape used by a family and their friends. But it’s something entirely different to design and create spaces for the public to use. As assistant city planner for the city of Warsaw, who works in the planning department in city hall, Justin Taylor has a hand …read more.

SYRACUSE — Attend the sixth annual Haunted Thrill at the Syracuse Veterans Memorial Park at Crosson Mill. The park is located across from Syracuse Town Hall on SR 13. This haunted park will be open from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Oct. 27-28 and 31. The cost is $5 per person. The Haunted Thrill will feature …read more.

WARSAW — The boards will be removed from the weir on Pike Lake at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 1. The lake level may lower as much as one foot in the following days. Residents are reminded it may become difficult to remove boats after this date.

NORTH WEBSTER — A one-day Snapshot Monitoring event was held Wednesday, Sept. 27, with 26 teams consisting of more than 182 volunteers testing 96 sites in the Tippecanoe River’s 246-square-mile watershed. The event was hosted by The Watershed Foundation. The sites, spread throughout Kosciusko, Noble and Whitley counties, were tested in one afternoon by citizen …read more.

Word of Truth Ministries, 210 E. Catherine St., Milford, will host Fall Fest 2017 beginning at 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28. The event will include “an afternoon of fun and festivities as we praise our Lord for another great harvest time,” according to Mike Kelley, the church’s co-pastor with his wife, Deloris. Among the activities: …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Park Foundation met at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24. There weren’t enough members present to form a quorum, so the meeting was spent primarily reviewing finances and trail projects. The next park foundation meeting will be on an undetermined date in December. Still in the planning stages for a new trail, a survey …read more.

WARSAW — On Thursday, Oct. 26, the Lake City Toastmasters club and the Warsaw Noon Toastmasters clubs will host an open house, inviting the public to come and experience what a Toastmaster meeting is all about.  Allyn Decker, president of the Warsaw Campus of Ivy Tech will be the keynote speaker, followed by club members …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Board of Works approved 15 items of new business during its rescheduled meeting held this morning, Oct. 25. The meeting was originally scheduled for Friday, Oct. 20, but was delayed due to the birth of Mayor Joseph Thallemer’s grandchild. The board approved waiving a sewer inspection fee for the residence located …read more.

WINONA LAKE — On Oct. 16 – 21, Grace College was honored to host Actors From The London Stage, one of the oldest and most established touring Shakespeare companies in the world. The team of five performed “Measure for Measure” by William Shakespeare and interacted with students via classroom workshops. This was Dominic Gerrard’s first …read more.

WARSAW — Around a dozen people turned out at the Warsaw Community Public Library Tuesday,  Oct. 24, to hear about the paranormal experiences of local ghost hunters Laurie Voss and Greg Steffe. The pair put on a nearly two hour presentation demonstrating common ghost hunting tools, as well as showing pictures, sound bites and video clips …read more.

WARSAW — Nextremity Solutions, Inc., a strategic commercialization organization with a focus on the musculoskeletal space, located in Warsaw, today announced the full release of the Arcus™ Staple System through its strategic alliance with Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc., a global leader in musculoskeletal healthcare. In October 2016, Zimmer Biomet announced an exclusive agreement with Nextremity …read more.

WARSAW — Teresa Cosgrove, Warsaw, is the third person to file their candidacy for the Kosciusko County Commissioner-Middle District seat. She filed with Kosciusko County Republican Central Committee Chairman Mike Ragan Tuesday, Oct. 24. The caucus of all Republican precinct committeemen in the county will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8, in the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — An Elkhart man was found Monday, Oct. 23, on CR 300N with several stab wounds and later died. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputies and emergency personnel responded Monday evening at 7:42 p.m. to a reported injured male subject near the roadway on CR 300N. Emergency personnel arrived on the scene and located a critically …read more.

A portion of Bruner Road has received a long-term fix months after a washout occurred. WARSAW — A section of Bruner Road, Warsaw, just northeast of Palestine off of SR 25, has received long-term repairs after a section of the road washed out in July. The road received only a temporary patch after torrential downpours. …read more.

WINONA LAKE —  The Aspire Campaign for Grace College & Seminary has reached $30 million in giving. The comprehensive campaign, which launched publicly this spring, endeavors to raise $37 million to make Grace an exemplary, Christ-centered education community characterized by innovation, affordability and real-world preparation. “We are very encouraged by the campaign’s progress up to …read more.

[weaver_youtube ja9EJSIojUU rel=0]   NORTH WEBSTER — “The Fresh Start for Kosciusko County.” That is the campaign slogan for Kyle Dukes, 41, Milford. Dukes officially announced his candidacy for the nomination of Kosciusko County Sheriff Tuesday evening before 100 guests at a campaign kick-off at The Owl’s Nest. “I’ve been waiting to announce in front …read more.

WARSAW — “Is a cook a scientist?” asked Master Chef Dani Barkey. Students at Washington Elementary learned the answer to that Tuesday afternoon for STEM. Students answered the question by explaining what a scientist and cook may have in common. One student explained that “both a scientist and cook have to measure things,” hitting the …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools will hold parent-teacher conferences according to the following schedule: Elementary School schedule: Tuesday, Oct. 24, grades K-sixth, parent teacher conferences will be held from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25, grades K-sixth, parent teacher conferences will be held from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Students dismissed Middle School schedule: Edgewood and …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Earlier this month, Boy Scouts of America made the announcement that girls will soon be allowed to become Cub Scouts and earn the rank of Eagle Scout for the first time in the 107-year history of the organization. The historic change will begin in 2018. Each pack will be allowed to decide whether to …read more.

WARSAW — Zimmer Biomet Institute Team Members collected items to support Beaman Home families during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.  These items will be used to help families get back on their feet after fleeing their abuser and making the brave decision to become self-sufficient.  The outreach families receiving Beaman Home services are very thankful for …read more.

The following is a list of trick-or-treat times and Halloween events that Ink Free News has gathered from the community. To add an event to the list, please email all information to [email protected] ATWOOD The Atwood Fire Department will have the station open and be handing out goodies from 4 to 6 p.m. on Sunday …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Democrats would like to take the opportunity to invite local Democrats to the upcoming A Salute to Service dinner at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11, at the Owl’s Nest Banquet Center, 7369 East CR 800N, North Webster. Speakers include Courtney Tritch, candidate for Congress in the 3rd Congressional District; Yatish Joshi, candidate for …read more.

WARSAW — A special variance was approved for a residential development on Prosperity Drive during the Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals meeting held last night, Oct. 23. Redwood Acquisitions LLC plans on building a 93 unit residential development in a commercially zoned district. The area could have been rezoned, but allowing a special exception for …read more.

By DARLA MCCAMMON Lakeland Art Association WARSAW — Our Eccentric Artist series is getting another interruption this week because I wanted you to know about an exciting event coming to Warsaw. The Lakeland Art Association is sponsoring a fundraising event that will benefit you as well as the art organization.  An Artisan Holiday Boutique will …read more.

NAPPANEE — If you have ever read an Agatha Christie mystery, you will love “The Mousetrap,” now on stage at Amish Acres Round Barn Theatre in Nappanee through Nov. 5. It is the story of complete strangers trapped during a snowstorm at Monkswell Manor. Someone is murdered and the address of Monkswell Manor is found …read more.

WARSAW — Tranzstar Transportation & Warehousing celebrated the opening of its new kosher certified tank wash at its facility at 1406 W. Winona Avenue, Warsaw, with a ribbon cutting on Oct. 23. President Aubrey Rife spoke to present Kosciusko Chamber members and Lake City Bank representatives before the ribbon cutting, saying that one year ago …read more.

WARSAW — A baby sitter trusted to watch the children of another person has had a neglect of a dependent charge filed in Kosciusko Superior Court 3. Theresa S. Bumblis, 26, 2009 E. Barrington Place, Warsaw, was issued a summons to appear in court at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15, on the level 6 felony. …read more.

WARSAW — The board of directors of WishBone Medical recently voted to fill two seats on the board.  The board unanimously chose to add Jason Bontrager and Dave Weidenbenner to fill these seats.  Bontrager had been a partner in Jayco, Inc. until the company’s acquisition by Thor Industries. The company was founded by his grandfather …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Kosciusko County officials are currently investigating a death on CR 300N, near Tippe Downs Drive in Kosciusko County.  An unidentified male subject has died from injuries sustained last evening, Oct. 23. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputies and emergency personnel responded at 7:42 p.m. to a reported injured male subject near the roadway. Emergency personnel arrived …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A North Webster man was arrested after he attempted to enter a home by crawling through a window while residents were sleeping inside. David William Akridge, 25, 6127 North CR 950E, North Webster,is being charged with residential entry, a level 6 felony, and criminal mischief, a class B misdemeanor. On Sept. 5, …read more.

LIGONIER — Ligonier/Perry Township Fire Department is working toward solving a problem — cramped quarters and no place to expand at its present location. To solve this problem the department plans to relocate and build a new station. While construction is three, possibly four years away, officers with the department are not sitting idle. They …read more.

WARSAW — Goodwill is hosting a veteran stand down from 1-6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8, at the Center Lake Pavilion, 119 E. Canal St., Warsaw. During the Vietnam War, a stand down was a time away from the battlefield when soldiers could rest from combat and take care of personal hygiene, eat warm meals, receive …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man is being charged with possession after an officer found him sleeping in his vehicle. Blake Edward Bradford, 29, 1809 Ironwood Drive, Warsaw, is facing charges of possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony, and possession of a controlled substance, a class A misdemeanor. According to the affidavit of probable cause, …read more.

WARSAW — Ryan Workman, MS4 coordinator for the city of Warsaw, visited Madison Elementary on Oct. 20 to teach fourth grade students about stormwater and water quality. Workman is an educational resource available to local teachers, willing to come into classrooms and give educational presentations to kids about stormwater and water quality. Visit the city …read more.

WARSAW — Friday, Oct. 20, Warsaw Community Public Library offered a free class where participants were taught the basics of how to use the Tinkercad program to create models for 3D printing. Tinkercad is a popular online 3D design and printing program used to create or modify designs by selecting, dragging and placing basic shapes …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Joe’s Kids 3rd annual dinner, tailgate and auction, held at the Heritage Room at Winona Lake, brought in over $94,000 for the children at Joe’s. Over 250 guests attended the event, arriving in their tailgate attire and ready to bid on silent auction items. Parkview Health once again served as the event …read more.

WARSAW — At 11:15 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 19, Warsaw Fire and Lutheran EMS were dispatched to a an accident on SR 15 just north of CR 350N, Warsaw. Nicholas Reinhard, 27, Markle, was driving a grain truck owned by Marshall Grain Transport LLC southbound on SR 15. Reinhard rear-ended a Kia Sedona being driven by …read more.

WARSAW — Thanks to the good works of the Bone City Rollers, Beaman Home is the recipient of the team’s last fundraiser and was presented with $800 to support survivors during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and is a time for remembrance and reflection.  It is also a time for …read more.

WARSAW — Local women’s fashion boutique Glam, located at 212 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw, is turning three this month, and is celebrating with “Flight #G3,” Glam’s annual fashion gala and fundraiser, 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 2. To honor owner Michelle Smith LeDrew’s father Charlie Smith and her brother Scott Smith, who passed away in 2015, …read more.

WARSAW – The Warsaw Common Council will be holding a special meeting at noon Friday, Oct. 27, in the Council Chambers in City Hall located at 102 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw. The purpose of the meeting is to hold a public hearing to designate Lots 14-19 of Hidden Lake Park as an Economic Revitalization Area and …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — As cold weather approaches, curling up indoors with a good book becomes more inviting. Stock up on winter reading or get a jump on holiday gift buying at the Friends of the North Webster Community Public Library book sale Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 26-28. There will be hundreds of gently used, good quality books, …read more.

BLOOMFIELD — MutualFirst Financial Inc. and Universal Bancorp announced Oct. 4, that they have entered into a definitive agreement. Upon the closing of the transaction, expected in early 2018, BloomBank, the wholly-owned bank subsidiary of Universal, will merge into MutualFirst’s wholly-owned bank subsidiary, MutualBank. The merger will expand MutualFirst’s presence into central and southern Indiana. …read more.

Using Overdrive Milford Public Library’s children’s department clerk Shari Lambert has downloaded e-books and audiobooks from digital e-lending service OverDrive since the Milford Public Library began using the service in 2013. Here’s why Lambert thinks you should use OverDrive for free with your library card: “You can access it 24/7 and read a wide variety …read more.

NAPPANEE — Upcoming Nappanee Library events are as follows: The Press in Nappanee Come to the Nappanee Center during hours between Nov. 1 – Dec. 31, and see how the press helped shape Nappanee in to what it is today. Learn about the Advance News, how it has changed and more. No registration necessary. Mah …read more.

SYRACUSE — A beautiful fall day with the temperature in the low 70s brought a large crowd to the sixth annual Fall Festival at Brook Pointe Resort. A free shuttle service brought festival visitors from the parking lot of Wawasee High School. There were many vendors selling a wide range of items, including food. Free …read more.

SYRACUSE — More than three miles of trails were available for exploring during the third annual Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation Falltastic Trail Walk Saturday, Oct. 21, on the WACF property south of Syracuse just off SR 13. Two new events were added this year including geocaching and a Dog Boo contest where participants were encouraged …read more.

SYRACUSE — As the old saying goes, “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” Many people are looking for good bargains and one place to find those is a garage sale. Syracuse Parks Department hosted its annual Community Indoor Garage Sale Saturday, Oct. 21, in the Syracuse Community Center. For about five hours Saturday, the …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee High School’s Key Club will be holding its annual non-perishable food drive, Stuff The Bus, the week of Nov. 13-18. The goal is to stuff a school bus full of food to be donated to the Syracuse, North Webster and Milford food pantries. The bus will be at the high school every …read more.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services hosted their annual Winter Warmth Sleep Out last night, Oct 20. Driving past the Kosciusko County Courthouse square Friday evening, tents could be seen spread throughout the lawn. The Winter Warmth Sleep Out congregated a crowd of people who slept out overnight on the lawn. Participants not only raised awareness but helped …read more.

Brian Smith, chairman of the Kosciusko County Democrats, stands far right and speaks to the crown. WARSAW — This evening, Oct. 20, community members gathered at Central Park in Warsaw for a Defend DACA rally. Deferred Action of Childhood Arrivals is a government program that protected nearly 800,000 young undocumented immigrants brought to the U.S. as …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Gary man has been arrested after he used fraudulent checks to purchase items at two local home improvement stores. Cameron Lee Howell, 25, 1005 W. 35th Ave., Gary, is being charged with fraud on a financial institution, a level 5 felony; two counts of forgery, level 6 felonies; and two counts of …read more.

WARSAW — Ivy Tech Community College, 2545 Silveus Crossing, Warsaw, is hosting two upcoming events. At Ivy Tech Community College’s express enrollment day, prospective students can complete all the steps they need to start classes. Enrollment experts will be on-hand to answer questions and help attendees with enrollment steps including assessment, financial aid, advising and …read more.

  MENTONE — Friday, Oct. 20, Mentone Elementary School received a Unified Champion School banner from Special Olympics Indiana Northwest Regional Manager Buzz Lail. Students and teachers gathered in the gymnasium for the special presentation during the Mentone Elementary Friday Morning Live event. Tippecanoe Valley schools were among 33 Indiana school districts that participated in the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Property taxes for Kosciusko County will be due Monday, Nov. 13, for 2016 payable 2017 tax payments. Tax bills are mailed one time each year in the spring and include both the spring and fall installment coupons. In observance of Veterans Day Friday, Nov. 10, county offices will be closed. Taxes may …read more.

WARSAW — As part of its 52nd annual banquet Thursday night, Oct. 19, the Kosciusko County Historical Society invited local historian and Grace College instructor of journalism Terry White to present “Winsome Winona” to 106 guests. In what may be the fastest recap of 150 years of history, in 45 minutes White presented the history of Winona …read more.

AKRON — The Tippecanoe Valley Middle School Spell Team took home first place in the Running Rivers Conference Spell Bowl held on Oct. 17 at Manchester Community Schools. Spell coach Susanne Siebrase said this marks the eighth win in a row at the RRC Spell Bowl for the TVMS team. The team studies 1,600 words …read more.

[weaver_youtube JjCiUkDv8CE rel=0]   MENTONE — Normally the Community Service Award from the Kosciusko County Fireman’s Association is presented at its September fish fry. However, Roger Gelbaugh was unable to attend, missing the first fish fry in 43 years. The honor was presented Thursday evening, Oct. 19, at the county fireman’s meeting, held in Mentone. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Cary P. Groninger has officially announced his candidacy to seek the vacated Kosciusko County Commissioner-middle district seat, previously held by Ron Truex. He filed his declaration of candidacy with Kosciusko County Republican Central Committee President Mike Ragan Thursday, Oct. 19. Groninger, 50, of Mentone, is a 1985 graduate of Tippecanoe Valley High …read more.

WARSAW — It’s not just a pony ride. This was the overriding message as Magical Meadows celebrated its ten year anniversary last night, Oct. 19. A donor reception was held to honor everyone involved in making the vision of Magical Meadows come true. The organization offers therapeutic riding programs for children, youth and adults with …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — On Sept. 27, 212 Media Studios facilitated a four-hour marketing services workshop, hosted by K21 Health Foundation. The seminar delivered insight and resources to aid nonprofits in their efforts to provide health-related services in the community. The workshop’s four sessions covered various communications and marketing topics to help the nonprofits improve their brand …read more.

SYRACUSE — A request for a variance for CVS was approved at the regular meeting of the Syracuse Board of Zoning Appeals Thursday, Oct. 19. The engineering firm, Foresite Group, requested the petition for a variance. It wants to allow 64 parking spaces, where the property was previously approved for 67 spaces, per a previous …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Commissioners have signed an official document proclaiming October Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Kosciusko County. The proposal was given by Beaman Home Executive Director, Tracie Hodson, at the Oct. 17 commissioners’ meeting, and the motion carried. Domestic Violence Awareness Month is also nationally recognized and is a time for remembrance …read more.

WARSAW — Chicago Fort Wayne Eastern Railroad  will be making emergency railroad repairs on Maple Avenue in Warsaw.  Maple Avenue will be closed between Jefferson Street and Winona Avenue from 7 a.m. Friday, Oct. 20 until sometime on Saturday, Oct. 21.      

  KOSCIUSKO — A home detention officer with Kosciusko County Community Corrections was recently fired after removing an individual’s ankle monitor bracelet. Patrick Olson was hired on as a home detention officer in April. Director Anna Bailey announced his termination during the Oct. 9 Community Corrections meeting. At that time, Bailey would not comment any further …read more.

LEESBURG — A check presentation, and presentations from Cardinal Services and Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer were part of the fourth quarter general luncheon of the Kosciusko Board of Realtors. The event was held Wednesday, Oct. 18, at Tippecanoe Country Club. The luncheon included the recognition of real estate agents anniversaries for five, 10, 15, 20, …read more.

WARSAW — Lisa Waterman, Rotary District 6540 governor, and DeeAnna Muraski, president of the Rotary Club of Warsaw, will lead a one mile walk to raise awareness of Rotary’s global fight to eradicate Polio from the world. Rotarians and friends will walk through downtown Warsaw starting at 1:30 p.m. Friday Oct. 20.  The walk will start …read more.

WARSAW — Tension was high at the Oct. 18 meeting of the Warsaw Board of Aviation, with several members of the Warsaw Flying Club present to contest accusations against the club. “I hate to be doing this,” stated airport manager Nick King as he began what ended being an hour long discussion about an event …read more.

WARSAW — As the weather begins to chill and families begin to plan and prepare for the upcoming holidays, we are thankful for many things; and near the top of that list is heat. Last year, Combined Community Services assisted 323 families, who had a utility disconnect notice, in keeping their utilities on. Families are …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was sentenced Thursday, Oct. 19, at the Kosciusko County Superior 1 Court, after stealing money and medication from his roommate and then strangling her. Daniel Ray Smith, 30, pleaded guilty to count I strangulation and count II theft, both level 6 felonies. According to the affidavit of probable cause, on …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — A motion for a change of venue in a lawsuit has been denied. The motion was filed by counsel for Clifford Clevenger, Pierceton, in his suit against North Webster Police Department, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department and Wawasee Community School Corporation and specified employees of those agencies. Kosciusko Count Circuit Court Judge Michael …read more.

WARSAW — At approximately 11:23 a.m., today, Oct. 19, emergency responders were called to a four vehicle accident at the intersection of SR 15 and CR 350, Warsaw. A grain truck was traveling southbound on SR 15 when it rear-ended a Kia Sedona which was stopped at a red light. The mini van was forced …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community High School Band program is set to cap off its most successful fall season in recent years with a trip to the Indiana State School Music Association Scholastic State Marching Band Finals this Saturday, Oct. 21. So far, accolades for the 2017 Tiger’s Pride include being named first-ever Class Champion …read more.