Turkey Creek Fire Territory conducted its annual summer chicken and pork chop barbecue Saturday at Station 1, 402 N. Huntington St., Syracuse. The annual event helps raise money for firefighting tools. The weather held during the morning, contributing to brisk sales of the over 600 pieces of each kind of meat. The department sold out …read more.

Miss Waubee Lake, Kayla Courtney, wears the Queen of Lakes crown after winning the competition earlier Saturday evening at the North Webster Community Center. The 20-year-old Syracuse resident exuded poise and composure as she modeled a dark blue evening gown for the formal wear portion of the evening. During the final question, she told the …read more.

[weaver_youtube lIPjHlcuLKg rel=0] Spectators and skateboarders of all ages showed up at Mantis Skate Park in Warsaw today for the annual Big Trick contest. The contest began at 1 p.m. and featured three different divisions for skateboarders to compete in: beginner/novice, intermediate and pro. The event was organized by Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department’s Stephanie Schaefer …read more.

Stephen F. Unruh, of N. Camelot Trail, Milford, Ind., and R. Clark Jones, of E. Camp Mack Rd., Milford Ind., have both filed a Declaration of Candidacy for the position of Van Buren Township Advisory Board. A caucus of eligible Kosciusko County Republican Precinct committeemen will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 2, in the Milford Town Council Chambers, …read more.

The Warsaw Rotary held their annual changing of the guard today. Robyn Palmer assumed the role of Warsaw Rotary president. Palmer thanked Chris Harrison for his service as the rotary’s past president and presented him with a plaque.    

[weaver_youtube fvuDoFxLpNE rel=0] Article by Stephanie Loney, The Papers, Inc. The North Webster Lady Lions Club named Cooper Garden, son of Ben and Jennifer Garden, of Leesburg, and Alexia Cox, daughter of Ryan and Kim Cox, of Lakeville, the 2013 Mermaid Festival Cutie King and Queen last night. The Cutie Pageant started at 7 p.m. …read more.

The “Great American Picnic” is the the theme of tonight’s First Friday in Warsaw. Activities will begin at 5 p.m. and will conclude at 9 p.m. The July 5 First Friday is sponsored by Tower Bank. Activities will include the annual Tower Bank watermelon feast, a Cool Car Cruise-in, Echoes of the past Tractor Show, …read more.

Please note that in observance of Independence Day, the City of Warsaw offices will be closed Thursday, July 4. Thursday’s trash pick-up will be on Friday, July 5. All other routes will remain the same.

The Northeast Indiana Passenger Rail Association, Inc. (NIPRA) announced today the release of a business plan that would include Warsaw in an 11 city passenger rail corridor between Columbus and Chicago. Though Warsaw has been included in the preliminary groundwork, Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer said there is still much work and funding necessary before the …read more.

The Studio is now partnering with local charities to allow their customers to give back to the community with every purchase made in the store. Fifteen percent of all sales in the store will be donated to three local charities every quarter. To kick this new program off, The Studio will be partnering with the …read more.

Looking for events to enjoy on the July 4th holiday weekend? We’ve compiled a list of events happening throughout Kosciusko County. Syracuse Syracuse will host the annual Flotilla Road Race at 8 a.m. Thursday, July 4. Registration will begin for the event at 8 a.m. at Lakeside Park. The Road Race features a 3.3 mile …read more.

Syracuse Police Department have concluded an investigation into alleged sexual misconduct with a minor and have arrested a Syracuse man in connection of the crime. Zachary Hollinger of Kosciusko County Department of Child Services contacted officer James Layne of the Syracuse Police Department stating that he had received information from a Wawasee School counselor that …read more.

Kosciusko County Prosecutor Dan Hampton has filed charges of felony child neglect against a Fort Wayne woman accused of withholding insulin for her diabetic child. The child slipped into a diabetic coma and was not expected to survive. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Detective J.D. Ayres conducted the investigation after an initial contact was made to …read more.

Members of the Kosciusko County Sheriffs Department, Multi-Township EMS, Silver Lake Fire Department, Burket Fire Department and Claypool FIre Department have located a woman who went missing this morning in Silver Lake. According to Sgt. Chad Hill of the Kosciusko County Sheriffs Department, Delores C. Corbett, 78, of Elwood, went missing from Hill Lake Campground …read more.

An unprecedented number of citations for distracting driving were made in a week-long multi-agency enforcement campaign called the ‘6 State Trooper Project’. The Indiana State Police joined forces with Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia, Pennsylvania and the Kentucky State Police on major interstates from Sunday, June 16 to Saturday, June 22, in an ongoing effort to …read more.

Warsaw Police have concluded an investigation into an alleged child molesting and have arrested a Warsaw man in connection of the crime. On Thursday, police arrested Joshua J. Surface, 40, while he was walking on North Lake Street. Surface was picked up on a warrant that was issued as part of the investigation that he …read more.

[weaver_youtube 1J0lVlc-nQ8 rel=0] “You’re all here representing your community and that’s really what the YMCA is all about,” said Chad Zaucha, CEO of Kosciusko Community YMCA, in welcoming the public to the kick off of the “Shaping the Future” community campaign. Having served the community for more than 50 years, the Y is in the …read more.

The hours are quickly ticking by for your chance to be named Kosciusko’s most talented and win a cool $1,000. The Kosciusko’s Got Talent Contest hosted by StaceyPageOnline.com is now in the final days of accepting entries. Video submissions of talents will only be accepted until midnight, June 30. The current contest features 32 entries …read more.

The majority of the meeting of the Syracuse Redevelopment Commission was spent discussing possibilities for marketing of the newest of three TIF districts at the industrial park which is currently under construction at U.S. 6 and SR 13. While the new industrial park should be finished, with utilities such as electric, phone, sewer and water …read more.

  By STEPHANIE LONEY Staff Writer Construction crews are busy today in Leesburg moving an old bank building to make room for a new Freedom Express gas station. Located along SR 15 in Leesburg, the former Farmer’s State Bank building was lifted from its foundation and is being moved just slightly north on the same …read more.

Text and Photos By Stephanie Loney Although the cliche saying “rain on my parade” is a figurative statement, last night the clouds opened up and literally rained on the Cutie Parade. However, despite the weather, the parade went forward and all entrants appeared before the judges. The parade started shortly after 6:30 p.m. on Main …read more.

Phase I of Tippe Downs is underway on approximately 78 acres on CR 300 North, Warsaw. Alan Collins of Collins Leasing, Plymouth, said the residential development will initially have 72 units for senior living. “There are three products in Phase I,” Collins told StaceyPageOnline.com. “The first is a clubhouse with a pool.” The 7,000-square-foot facility …read more.

Current employment date for Kosciusko County provides “a positive look at our economy” and “it reflects our efforts to enhance and assist our existing businesses in expansion,” said George Robertson, president of Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation. Robertson said monthly unemployment/employment data is based on a sample survey and estimates. “It is known for inaccuracy. The …read more.

Kathy J. Beer, East Medusa Street, Syracuse, has filed for the vacant position on the Syracuse Town Council, Ward 3. Councilman Jeffrey Morgan submitted his resignation effective June 13. With the announcement, Kosciusko County Republican Chairman Randall Girod has announced a caucus will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 3, in the Syracuse Town …read more.

To what extent is it possible to efficiently farm and protect natural resources at the same time? Some feel both can be accomplished effectively and seek to scientifically prove it through a statewide soil health program. One local farmer in particular strongly believes in protecting natural resources. Jamie Scott farms about 2,000 acres just west …read more.

Stephen F. Unruh of North Camelot Trail, Milford, has filed a Declaration of Candidacy with Kosciusko County Republican Party Chairman Randall Girod for the position of Van Buren Township Advisory Board. The position is for the remainder of the unexpired term of Kathy Megan, who has submitted her resignation effective Saturday, July 1. Interested eligible candidates for …read more.

An online “brain training” game website has listed several Indiana cities among the smartest in the U.S. The Lumosity.com list rated nearly 500 locations across the country based on game performance results in several cognitive categories. Lafayette-West Lafayette, Bloomington and Muncie were top-ranked in the state. Warsaw ranked amongst the top 100 with a ranking …read more.

Andrew Ormanovich, 20, of Nappanee, was arrested by Milford Police at Waubee Trailer Park, south of Milford, Tuesday afternoon. He is allegedly connected to a robbery at Neighborhood Convenience Store, 1712 Oakland Ave., Elkhart, at 8 p.m. June 15. Police received a tip that Ormanovich was at one of the homes in the park. He …read more.

Many have noticed the resurgence of the Kosciusko County Community Fair over the last several years. Themes and more musical and other acts have increased attendance at the already popular event held each July at the scenic fairgrounds beside Winona Lake, 1400 E. Smith St. Warsaw. Current president of the fair board Mike Loher has …read more.

Indiana conservation officers prepared to dive in Little Chapman Lake Tuesday afternoon to recover the body of a drowning victim. (Photo by Stacey Page) StaceyPageOnline.com has learned that the man who drowned in Little Chapman Lake Tuesday afternoon has been located. The body of Edward Hundley, 70, of Warsaw, was recovered from Little Chapman Lake  …read more.

Steady rain falling this morning has already resulted in local flooding problems and more issues are expected as the day progresses. In Warsaw, Columbia Street at the viaduct is flooded and closed to traffic. The 1700 block of East Market Street, in front of Warsaw Bowl, and Park Avenue from Market to Center streets are …read more.

Steven J. Gutowski, 39, whose last known address was Winona Lake, changed his not guilty plea to guilty this morning in Kosciusko Superior Court on three counts forgery, class C felonies, and three counts theft, class D felonies. The latest charges stem from Nov. 28, 2011, and May 4 and May 15, 2012, when he …read more.

A house fire that claimed the life of several pets has been ruled as suspicious by Squad 70, Kosciusko County’s fire investigation team. Members of Burket Fire Department were called at approximately 4:35 p.m. to respond to a fire  a residence located at 3674 S. SR 25, Burket, near Palestine Lake. Upon arrival to the …read more.

[weaver_youtube PIH8pCWENjI rel=0] The Kosciusko County Dive Team and Indiana conservation officers have suspended a search on Little Chapman Lake searching for the victim of a possible drowning. According to Indiana Conservation Officer Jon Boyd, an active search and rescue operation was underway on Little Chapman Lake for an elderly man last seen around 3:50 …read more.

An inflatable eagle on the roof of the Family Dollar complex in Syracuse is suspected to have caused a gas line to break overnight, but it was not noticed until this morning. Syracuse/Turkey Creek Fire Territory Fire Department was called at 9:21 a.m. today to Family Dollar, Pickwick Road, Syracuse, when employees reported the smell …read more.

Warsaw Community Schools have approved a traditional calendar for the 2014-2015 academic school year. According to Dave Hoffert in a school board work session last week, the school released a survey for staff, parents and community members to provide their input as to which scenario was preferred. After reviewing the information provided, the school came to …read more.

Todd Douglas Warren Late Monday night, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department detectives went to the home of Todd Douglas Warren and arrested him for his involvement in a stabbing that occurred yesterday morning. (See story) Warren, 49, was charged with disorderly conduct and battery by means of a deadly weapon. He was being held on a …read more.

During Monday night’s Warsaw Community School Corporation regular board meeting three donors came forward to pledge their dollars and support to two educational programs being offered by the schools. Patricia Coy, executive director of United Way of Kosciusko County, attended the meeting to approve the donation of $32,000 to the Claypool Early Learning Center. This …read more.

Kosciusko County Commissioners held a brief special meeting this morning to hear updates on a road project in Milford. Work is continuing on Trupointe’s new plant in Milford and CR 100 East is set to be widened in preparation for the new plant. Bids for the road project will be opened July 30. The work …read more.

[weaver_youtube 0TeDIq5tKKI rel=0] After 33 years of services, Warsaw Community Schools announced last night that Della Swain, transportation director, would be replaced by Cheryl Cook. Swain, who is retiring on Sunday, June 30, was honored by the board in this month’s staff recognition. Swain started at WCS as a classroom assistant at Lincoln Elementary. After 6 …read more.

A commercial building with a history of many ventures including a grocery store, a furniture store and, most recently, an arcade and go-kart amusement facility, will now become a daycare center. Little Blessings Daycare, currently operating at Pentecostal Lighthouse Church at 123 Fawley St., Warsaw, was granted a variance to use the building at 835 …read more.

(UPDATE: As of 2 a.m. KREMC reported all power had been restored.) Storms rolling through Kosciusko County caused power outages for nearly 1,000 Kosciusko REMC members scattered throughout the county. Power has been restored to 400 members and efforts are currently underway to restore power to remaining members affected by the storm. “We appreciate our …read more.

[weaver_youtube x7rJTTlLfCI rel=0] Fort Wayne animal rights attorney Cody Williams, who has agreed to challenge the Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals for denying a pit bull rescue the right to operate in the county, says he has Indiana law on his side. “One of the arguments we need to make is they tried to …read more.

What better theme for an event held on the largest natural lake than one dealing with sports. The 2013 Wawasee Flotilla theme will be “Wide World of Sports” with this year’s event to be held on Saturday, July 6. What sport, team or athletes will you see that day? Could there be some famous broadcasters …read more.

When it comes to exploring new ways of learning, Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation is not afraid to test unexplored territory. TVSC and the Warsaw-Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce recently joined forces to introduce a new program, the Young Entrepreneurs Academy, a program that began in Rochester, N.Y., that equips local chambers of commerce to train …read more.

Some individuals may have seen vehicles in Syracuse today noting the South Bend Bomb Squad. There was nothing to be worried about, though, the town wasn’t under attack and no one was in real danger. Syracuse Police Chief Tony Ciriello stated the police department had found a homemade firework, large in size, that appeared old …read more.

[weaver_youtube W8ZNhL-o71I rel=0] One male victim has suffered several lacerations in what police are calling a stabbing. At 11:56 a.m. members of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department were called to respond to a possible stabbing at Lot 135, Suburban Acres Mobile Home Park, Warsaw. Upon arrival to the scene, police located the stabbing victim, 39 year-old …read more.

Indiana State Police Sgt. Chad Larsh, of Warsaw, has been promoted to the rank of lieutenant and has been appointed to serve as Bremen Post District Commander. Larsh earned the promotion through written testing and a competitive interview process. Larsh is a native of La Fontaine, but now resides in Warsaw. He graduated from Southwood …read more.

Planning is underway for the annual Day of Caring sponsored by United Way of Kosciusko County. This year, more than 80 projects will be completed by over 1,000 volunteers from area companies and the community in general. Supporting those volunteers will be area churches serving lunches and a host of local businesses who have provided …read more.

At about 9:05 p.m. Sunday, firefighters of the Warsaw-Warsaw Fire Territory were called to a reported fire at R.R. Donnelley & Sons Co., 2801 W. Old Rd. 30, Warsaw. While fire personnel were responding, Atwood and Winona Lake fire departments were also called for full assist when there was another report that flames were visible. …read more.

[weaver_youtube m5i-hHm-Fp8 rel=0] The sky was overcast, temperatures cooled and a slight breeze welcomed close to 130 individuals to the second annual Blue Jeans & BBQ Gala to benefit Combined Community Services in Warsaw Saturday evening. Blue jeans and cowboy hats and a few cowboy boots highlighted the evening’s casual Western theme. A grateful experience, …read more.

Residents of Wawasee and Syracuse lakes gathered Saturday morning for a pancake and sausage breakfast at Oakwood Retreat, Syracuse, for the Annual Wawasee Property Owners Association and Syracuse Lake Association Annual Family Breakfast. Close to 300 residents and their families attended. Not only did attendees receive breakfast, but many area organizations, such as the Wawasee …read more.

This week’s crime of the week comes from the files of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department: On June 17, the Kosciusko County Highway Department reported graffiti painted on county highway signs. Within the last two weeks, the Kosciusko County Highway Department has reported several county road signs also damaged in the areas of Tippecanoe Lake, …read more.

Come down to the Mermaid Festival Fairgrounds at 6:30 p.m. and watch firefighters in action as they demonstrate their skills during the Tippecanoe Township North Webster Fire Department and Mermaid Festival 4th Annual Firefighters Challenge. Watch as the participants, all in full firefighter gear, navigate a tunnel and obstacle course, scramble up ladders, carry a …read more.

UPDATE: REMC is expected to be at the scene by 3:15 p.m. Motorist traveling in the area of CR 600W and CR 900S in the Burket area should temporarily attempt to avoid that intersection. An accident has caused an electrical pole to snap. Reports indicate that those involved in the accident have minor injuries such …read more.

Indiana’s private sector added 9,000 jobs in May, the largest monthly increase since February of 2012. Growth occurred at twice the national average for the month (0.4 percent vs. 0.2 percent). Private sector employment in the Hoosier State is now at pre-recession levels not seen since July of 2008. Indiana’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate also …read more.

The Indiana Department of Education announced preliminary damages that it will seek from CTB McGraw-Hill related to ISTEP+ interruptions experienced by schools throughout the state this spring. These amounts are not final, and may well grow as results are reviewed by a third party and additional information is gained. Warsaw Community Schools is among many …read more.

The Indiana Senate Commission on Education will hold a public hearing Friday afternoon focusing on technical issues that arose during last month’s ISTEP test. It will feature executives from the test administrator, California-based CTB/McGraw-Hill LLC, plus members of the Indiana General Assembly and Legislative Services Agency. “It’s important we gain a complete understanding of what …read more.

In January, StaceyPageOnline.com first reported that residents of Retired Tigers senior housing facility were stranded in their apartments due to a broken elevator (See story). Now, more than 5 months after the problems persisted, the owner of the building announced elevator repair work has been scheduled. California Commercial Investment Co., which owns 4-story Retired Tigers …read more.

[weaver_youtube 2umtLKCVxHc rel=0] Over the past two days, over 600 educators gathered to participate in the All Write Summer Institute conference hosted by Warsaw Community High School. The event, which featured some of the best minds in educational practices, began this morning and will continue throughout the day tomorrow. According to WCS Chief Academic Officer Dave …read more.

Tracy Landis’ fight to bring her nonprofit pit bull rescue kennels to Warsaw is moving full speed ahead with an offer made Thursday by her attorney, Cody Williams of Franklin & Williams, P.C., Fort Wayne, to fight the appeal pro bono. On Tuesday, StaceyPageOnline.com revealed what appeared to be gross errors in a ruling made …read more.

Brookpoint Holdings Inc.’s petition to allow an off-premise sign 10-feet from an intersection was approved by the Syracuse Board of Zoning Appeals. While the ordinance requires a 250-foot setback, the sign was granted approval and Brookpoint Holdings was also given the go-ahead to allow an off-premise sign 400 feet from another off premise sign. The …read more.

The Kosciusko County Community Foundation recently awarded three Warsaw students with the Phillip Hochstetler Memorial Scholarships. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Det./Sgt. Phil Hochstetler was shot and killed in the line of duty on June 29, 1994, while investigating a burglary suspect. Det./Sgt. Hochstetler was pursuing a degree in criminal justice at the time of his …read more.

[weaver_youtube 2CD-xyQ_dHo rel=0] Isaiah 11 Ministry in Warsaw provides comfort, healing and counseling to the people while also providing a refuge for abused and neglected animals. (See story) As the ministry grows, founder, operator and executive director Linda Ozier holds weekly sessions for the young people of Kosciusko County. One of those sessions is the Tuesday …read more.

North Webster Town Council’s offer to purchase a building at 138 S. Main St. was accepted. The building is next to town hall on the north. By law, two appraisals have to be made and the sum averaged to determine the purchase price. North Webster Clerk-Treasurer Betsy Luce noted, “There are no immediate plans for …read more.

Winona Lake community members have made the tornado tragedy in Moore, Okla., a little easier to bear for more than 150 children. Knitters, crocheters, weavers and quilters have made over 150 care squares since May 25. Stephen Baby, in Pierceton has also joined The Island Weaver by donating 100 pacifiers to attach to care squares …read more.

The chief executive officer of the Indiana Youth Institute says summer teen employment could return to pre-recession levels this summer. Bill Stanczykiewicz says the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics is reporting more openings at businesses that tend to hire teenagers including restaurants, amusement parks and landscaping companies. He says increased employment benefits teens beyond a …read more.

A 5-year-old Cromwell boy died Sunday in a Fort Wayne hospital, the result of a drowning accident at a Kendallville lake. Indiana Conservation Officers investigated what was first called a “near drowning” Saturday at Bixler Lake. Dominic Lehman passed away at 4:30 p.m. Sunday at Parkview Hospital. ICO’s say that at approximately 4:50 p.m. Saturday, …read more.

From June 5-8, five local sixth graders were sponsored by Kosciusko REMC to participate in the Touchstone Energy Camp near Brookston, Ind. Touchstone Energy Camp provides a traditional sleep-away summer camp experience with a wide range of activities including horseback riding, archery, swimming, zip lining and campfires. Students learn about important topics such as alternative …read more.

Storm Kinsey, 18, of Bourbon, and Miguel Castro, 20, of Winona Lake, are accused of robbing a man in the Green Acres mobile home park on June 6. According to a Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department report, at 10:19 p.m., Kinsey and Castro approached the victim in the 1600 block of East 200 North, Warsaw. The …read more.

The Warsaw Community High School Booster Club was bilked out of nearly $3,000 and the woman accused of the crime has confessed to the theft. Warsaw Police Detective Joe Hawn was first made aware of the missing funds on May 31 when booster club board member Garry Himes reported $2,950 missing. The theft occurred sometime …read more.

Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating two separate off road vehicle accidents that occurred on Tuesday on the Paperworks Paperboard Group property in Wabash, Ind. Wabash City Police Department responded to the first accident on West Mill Street Wednesday evening shortly after 8 pm. Heaven Pattee, 10, of Wabash, Ind., was treated for minor injuries at …read more.

It appears the woman accused of fraudulently obtaining more than $300,000 from the Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation had a history of mishandling money. Sherri Adamson, 50, of Rochester, took her own life on Jan. 7 of this year, just two days after she first came under police scrutiny. On Tuesday, StaceyPageOnline.com reported that the Indiana …read more.

[weaver_youtube U1zcYkmHPvg rel=0] The 37th annual Silver Lake Days festival featured rides, games, tractors, booths and events on Friday, June 13-15. The festival offered visitors four carnival rides as well as food and vendor booths. Rides were furnished by Circus City Amusements and included a Tilt-A-Whirl and Hammer throughout the duration of the weekend. In addition to …read more.

An event for the whole family – complete with a motorcycle ride involving kid friendly stops and lots of entertainment – is being held next week in Warsaw in memory of Lance Cpl. David Fribley. Sponsored by Marine Riders of Michiana, and in conjunction with Young Tiger Football, the June Family Jam will be at …read more.

Kosciusko County received a two-year grant from Indiana State Health Department, Tobacco, Prevention and Cessation Commission to establish a new work in Kosciusko County. Dan Gray, from the Wabash County Tobacco Free Coalition, worked in Kosciusko County the last two years to consider the need for the grant in the county and to determine the …read more.

Phil Beer II of USI Consultants attended the Syracuse-Wawasee’s Trail Committee’s regular monthly meeting Monday night to discuss plans to create a trail along SR 13. Beer, who grew up in the area, stated that his company does a lot of work within the county. Beer explained to the committee that there are changes taking place …read more.

United Way of Kosciusko County, Inc. is excited to announce Erin Rowland Jones, Rowland Law Office, Warsaw, as the 2013 General Campaign Chair. This year marks the 56th year of the United Way Campaign in Kosciusko County. Ms. Rowland Jones has been involved with United Way of Kosciusko County since 2007 in many capacities and …read more.

As employers across the country work to adapt their business practices in the wake of the Federal Health Care Reform Act, Warsaw Community School Corporation Chief Financial Officer Kevin Scott prepared a presentation for the school board in last night’s Board Work Session of what changes the school corporation will be making as a result …read more.

Warsaw City Planner Jeremy Skinner told StaceyPageOnline.com this morning that Goodwill Industries is among the retail businesses building a new store in the Anchorage Point Subdivision, and another McDonald’s restaurant will likely be completed by the end of the year. The 7-lot Anchorage Point development, which is located on Anchorage Road across from Meijer, was …read more.

“Imagine Warsaw” is a community visioning project being facilitated by students and faculty from the Community Based Projects Program of Ball State University and is in need of community input. A workshop will be open to residents of the Warsaw community at Warsaw City Hall this Thursday through Saturday, June 20-22. Anyone in the community …read more.

A former Leesburg resident and Warsaw Community High School graduate was found dead in her Parke County home Friday and the Park County Sheriff’s Department has ruled the death a homicide. Kathryn (Smoker) Bays, 55, reportedly died from blunt force trauma to the head. According to WTHI-TV in Rosedale, Ind., the suspect in the case, …read more.

The Indiana State Board of Accounts has released findings of an audit of Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation noting more than $307,000 in missing funds. The state is now requesting reimbursement of those funds from the estate of former corporation treasurer Sherri Adamson. Adamson, 50, of Rochester, served as the TVSC treasurer from Jan. 1, 2010, …read more.

[weaver_youtube AHRdu5eob7c rell=0] Members of the Warsaw Public Works and Street Department removed a tree on Detroit Street today. In conjunction with the removal, a small section of Detroit Street, between Winona Avenue and Pope Street, were closed while the tree was removed. According to workers on scene, the tree had several limbs that were dead …read more.

A program to spray the waters of Webster Lake has upset some people swimming or who had children swimming at the North Webster Public Beach last Wednesday. Local grandmother Polly Mock was concerned when they got to the public beach at North Webster Town Park and the water was being sprayed with what she understood …read more.

By Joan Younce, Purdue Extension Office The Kosciusko County Community Fair is just around the corner and many county residents are preparing exhibits for the open class divisions in the Home and Family Arts Building. You still have some time to be thinking about what you would like to exhibit. Anyone in the county can …read more.

  The Cancer Care Fund of Kosciusko County kept Dee Salmons’ family from losing their home and vehicle while her husband, Steve, fought his short battle with colorectal cancer. That message was shared with approximately 150 individuals at the Cancer Care Fund of Kosciusko County’s Cares Cocktails for Cancer Saturday at Oakwood Resort Conference Center, …read more.

A Warsaw Police Department officer called to Valley Forge Apartments to investigate a case of a teen runaway, found the girl naked and arrested the 20-year-old resident for child molesting. Trevor P. Burgess, 20, was taken into custody yesterday when officer Jordan Foreman found the 13-year-old girl with Burgess in his apartment. Burgess admitted to …read more.

Akron Town Marshal Tim Fleck was laid to rest today in grand fashion. Though a small town police officer, he was known for his big heart and a smile to match. Fleck, 49, reportedly suffered a heart attack and passed away unexpectedly late Wednesday night. He is being remembered for his kindness and his desire …read more.

A grant application on behalf of the Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District was signed and readied for submission to Indiana’s Office of Community and Rural Affairs today. The Kosciusko County Commissioners are the governing body that must sign the application. Due by the end of this month, the application will be considered by the IOCRA …read more.

Kosciusko Cares is a youth outreach organization committed to at-risk prevention. The organization has recently launched a website, a sponsored project of the Otis R. Bowen Center, and which is being spearheaded by Marsha Jane Carey. Kosciusko Cares will start with a strong social media outreach campaign to talk to local teens and start open …read more.

The Kosciusko County Highway Department reported this morning that only three roads remain closed due to high water. Closures still exist today at: CR 400 east from CRs 850 South to 900 South Sellers Lake Road at Woodland Drive CR 200 South from Tinkey Road to CR 775 West All over previously closed roads have …read more.

Despite no evidence to validate allegations against a 501c(3) nonprofit pit bull rescue, the Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals denied a special exception to allow dog kennels in an agricultural district. While the BZA must base decisions on six specific criteria, in the matter of S.C.A.R.S. Pit Bull Rescue, founder Tracy Landis said the …read more.

The living room ceiling in the home at 1405 Ranch Rd., Warsaw, has caved in rending the home uninhabitable. (Photos by Stacey Page) The owner of a dilapidated home on Ranch Road had a hearing today with Warsaw Code Enforcement Hearing Officer Larry Clifford on the fate of a property that has plagued neighbors for …read more.

Recently a ribbon cutting ceremony was held at Old Leesburg Mill, which is a half mile north of Leesburg Elementary School and at the east end of Van Buren Street, in Leesburg. The Old Leesburg Mill, which was established in 1905, is reopening with a mix of new and old, combining antiques from the past …read more.

Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer has agreed to answer questions from readers of StaceyPageOnline.com. To have the mayor answer your question, email them to [email protected]. Here are most recent questions we received, and Mayor Thallemer’s responses: Q: OrthoWorx and the city have recently signed an agreement that will allow OrthoWorx to utilize the third floor of …read more.

An 18-year-old Marion man drowned at Salamonie Reservoir Beach in Huntington County today. Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating the drowning death of Jordan Laute, 18. Authorities say at 3:20 p.m. a 911 call was placed to the Huntington County Central Dispatch advising of the possible drowning. Emergency personnel were immediately dispatched to the scene and …read more.

[weaver_youtube GnCI7wwP5cs] The Kosciusko County Community Fair children’s pageants got underway this morning and crowned a preschool division king and queen and a Little Miss Queen and her court. Three boys and four girls were entered in the preschool pageant for those ages 3-4 years old. They were Charlie McSherry, the son of Jason and …read more.

A local man was taken into police custody early Saturday morning after driving his vehicle through two residential yards and over a seawall into Lake Tippecanoe. At about 11:46 p.m. the man, today identified in a police report at Christopher Evett, 41, of North Webster, drove into the lake off of EMS T16 Lane, Leesburg, …read more.

The Junior Leaders of Kosciusko County are preparing the 4-H Memorial Garden at the fairgrounds in preparation for the re-dedication ceremony in honor of the 20th Anniversary of the garden. The public is invited the entire community and especially 4-H alumni to attend the Re-dedication Ceremony at noon Sunday, July 7, at the Memorial Garden …read more.