Syracuse EMS and Fire responded to the call of a car fire this morning around 8:35 a.m. The vehicle was located near 4612 East Cardinal Drive in Syracuse, near Fox Run and Wawasee Heights. The fire reportedly started in the engine compartment of the vehicle. At time of posting the fire was reportedly under control. …read more.

The National Weather Service has issued a special weather statement for portions of northern Indiana. Gusty winds out of the southwest have the potential to bring blowing and drifting snow to the area. These winds are expected to persist throughout the afternoon. Winds of 15 to 25 mph, with heavy gusts up to 35 mph, …read more.

By ANNE GREGORY Media Relations, Manchester University The Middle Eel River Watershed Initiative annual public meeting on Friday is bringing in a champion of the earthworm. Odette Menard is an agronomic engineer who works for the Quebec Ministry of Agriculture; she was inducted into the Canadian Conservation Hall of Fame for her efforts in increasing …read more.

Mike Stinfer, Warsaw, was recently selected from applicants across the country to represent the veterans of Indiana. Stinfer will travel to Washington, D.C. to serve as an inaugural Veterans of Foreign Wars-Student Veterans of America Legislative Fellow in March. He is one of 10 veterans selected from across the nation to work with lawmakers to …read more.

By DANI BARKEY Chief Accountability Officer, Warsaw Community Schools Warsaw Community Schools announced that students from Edgewood Middle School were relocated this morning to Warsaw Community High School after a fire alarm sounded. Students were relocated to the high school following emergency protocol and to avoid students exposed to extreme temperatures. Warsaw Fire Department determined …read more.

By DANA LEON Sacred Heart School, Warsaw Exciting things are happening at Sacred Heart School in Warsaw. For the second year Sacred Heart School is holding a Walt Disney World Family Adventure raffle. Tickets are $25 and are available from any Sacred Heart student, or by emailing [email protected]. Full raffle terms are also available upon …read more.

By KELSEY MYERS Business Development Specialist, Kosciusko Community Services Kosciusko Community Hospital offers assistance to accommodate residents yet to enroll for health insurance through HIP 2.0. HIP 2.0 is a health care coverage program for Indiana’s low-income adults and would replace traditional Medicaid for all non-disabled adults. HIP 2.0 adds choices for Hoosiers while providing …read more.

The Indiana State Police arrested four people this past Friday at a residence on Walnut Street in Columbia City after locating a meth lab inside of the residence as they assisted the Whitley County Probation Department with a routine check of one of its probationers. According to Detective Andrew Mills, at approximately 2:40 p.m. he …read more.

“We’re moving into the 21st century,” joked Commissioner Ron Truex during the Kosciusko Commissioners Feb. 24 meeting. The commissioners approved to requests for high tech payment options for the Kosciusko County Court Clerk and the Kosciusko County Treasurer. County Clerk Ann Torpy requested that the clerk’s office use Doxpop to offer an online payment option …read more.

Bob Conley presents 911 Director David Rosenberry with Certificates of Recognition for three dispatchers. At the Kosciusko County Commissioner’s meeting on the morning of Feb. 24, three emergency dispatchers were recognized for the diligence and dedication during the snow storm that affected much of Kosciusko and surrounding counties on Valentine’s Day. On Feb. 14, 2015, …read more.

Three variances were approved Monday evening by the Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals. One gave approval to a new transitional care facility in Warsaw. Mainstreet, Carmel, is proposing a transitional care facility at the southwest corner of CR 300N and Sheldon Street, north of Wal-Mart. While adjacent property owners expressed no objections, Brad Harris, senior …read more.

By DANI BARKEY Chief Accountability Officer, Warsaw Community Schools Warsaw Community Schools will be in session the following dates as snow make up days according to the 2014-2015 School Calendar: Friday, March 20 Monday, May 11 Monday, May 18 As of this release, the last day of school for students is tentatively set for Tuesday, …read more.

Join Ancilla College in its new adventure 4 p.m. March 10 on 9B Road to witness groundbreaking on two buildings. “It’s going to be beautiful,” said President Ken Zirkle. “We will house nearly 100 new students and have a student life center with dining open to the public. It’s a great time to be at …read more.

In honor of Red Cross Month in March, the American Red Cross encourages people to uncover their inner hero and donate blood or platelets, volunteer their time or sign up to organize a blood drive. Since 1943, every president has designated March as Red Cross Month to recognize how the Red Cross helps people down …read more.

Governor Mike Pence issued the following statement after he signed into law SEA 62, the bill which allows the Indiana Department of Education to shorten this year’s ISTEP test, which would have been more than 12 hours for third graders. The bill passed unanimously in both houses. “Hoosier students, teachers and parents can breathe easier …read more.

By JON HUTTON Assistant Principal, Tippecanoe Valley High School Today’s high school students have many different opportunities than existed even five years ago.  The experience of a freshman starting high school serves as more of a transition to college than ever before due to the partnership between school and the higher education community.  Students graduating …read more.

Many have been asking the question why Brandon Woody, who has been in trouble with the law numerous times, was allowed to walk the streets? Why wasn’t his bond for offenses been higher or even revoked? The answers appear to be within Indiana Code 35-38-8-4 and IC 35-38-8-5 (Amount of bail; order; endorsement; facts taken into account …read more.

A Boy Scout Court of Honor was held Sunday afternoon in Leesburg for 18-year-old Brian J. Holloway, Leesburg. The Warsaw Community High School Junior received his Eagle Scout Award. Holloway, son of Joe and Vanessa Holloway, is a member of Boy Scout Troop No. 729, Leesburg. He is the fifth Scout from the troop to …read more.

By LINDSAY JANCEK Communications Director, Office of Jackie Walorski Congresswoman Jackie Walorski, IN-02, reminds constituents a member of her staff will be holding office hours to assist constituents with casework and official business. The Rochester district office, located at 709 Main St., is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday. Stop …read more.

[weaver_youtube K_NPDy7xWQY rel=0] Kosciusko County Farm Bureau hosted an opportunity to meet and talk with state legislators and a county councilman Saturday morning. The meeting room at the Biomet Drive, Warsaw, location was standing room only. Topics focused around education and proposed legislation, misconceptions on who makes the rules for the State Department of Education, …read more.

[weaver_youtube jcrpz50jrdQ rel=0]   The inaugural plunge in Warsaw for Special Olympics Saturday could be termed a success. The temperature was in the low 20s, compared to single digits earlier in the week, and the water temperature was estimated at 30 to 32 degrees. Approximately 62 plungers participated in “Freezin’ For A Reason,” at Center …read more.

A husband and wife were arrested at approximately 10:30 a.m. Sunday  in connection with an early morning robbery at Speedway Gas Station. The arrest was made at the Economy Inn, Plymouth, where they had been living. Curtis B. Branscom, 27, North Michigan St., Room 105, Plymouth, and his wife, Bethany L. Branscom, have both been …read more.

The Bourbon Police Department will be conducting extra hours of additional Operation Pull Over funded traffic safety patrols during the month of March. Patrol officers will be working in Bourbon with the primary focus of enforcing seat belt and child restraint laws; while also strictly enforcing all other traffic laws throughout the town. “The time …read more.

              Mentone Fire Department was called shortly after 11 a.m. Saturday, to a home owned by Ron Batten at 6520 S. SR 19, Mentone. Three occupants were at the residence at the time of the fire and were able to exit the home without injury. The names of the …read more.

A Syracuse man was transported to Lutheran Hospital Fort Wayne after he walked in front of a vehicle at West Winona Avenue and South Buffalo Street, Warsaw. Kyle J. Fall, 27, EMS D17 Lane, Syracuse, suffered a fracture/dislocation to the femur. The accident occurred at 10:23 p.m. Saturday. Madison L. Neeley, 20, West CR 25S, …read more.

  InkFreeNews.com continues to prove itself as Kosciusko County’s news leader. In just over a month we have reached 32,000 Facebook likes and continue to grow. We are Kosciusko County’s most liked news source. In the last week the Ink Free News Facebook page has had close to 600,000 page views and over 300 new …read more.

Kyle DeHart Kyle David DeHart, 22, 11136 N 450E, Syracuse, is back behind bars in Kosciusko County after being arrested at 3:44 p.m. Friday. He was arrested on two outstanding misdemeanor warrants: failure to appear and battery causing bodily injury. Both cases were filed in Kosciusko County Superior Court II. His bond has been set …read more.

A 17-year-old driver complained of pain to the knee/lower leg/foot following a one-vehicle accident at 9:05 a.m. Saturday on South SR 15, north of West CR 550S, Claypool. Mallory B. Daughenbaugh, 17, South Peru Road, Silver Lake, told police she had the cruise control on her vehicle set at 55 miles per hour when her …read more.

Warsaw Police Department was given the go-ahead to purchase software, equipment and attend training to keep up with the change in technology and the public use of mobile devices. The total cost is $23,870.92. The approval was given at Friday Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety. Upon completion of the specialized training, Warsaw Police …read more.

By VALERIE KROEGER Office Of Indiana Secretary of State Secretary of State Connie Lawson announced today that some Indiana businesses have received a deceptive letter that may appear to come from the office’s Business Services Division. The letter is an attempt to solicit Indiana business owners and is not dispatched by or from the Secretary …read more.

  Steven S. Sharp, 64, N. Huntington St., Syracuse, was struck by a vehicle while crossing the road Friday night. The accident occurred at North Huntington Street near West Allen Street. Sharp suffered a broken leg, head trauma and complaining of stomach and back pain. According to the Syracuse Police, Sharp was listed in critical …read more.

Kosciusko County Prosecutor Dan Hampton filed a motion today in Kosciusko County Circuit Court to substitute the second charge against Brandon Thomas Woody from attempted murder to murder. Woody, 23, 605 W. North St., Syracuse, was initially charged Thursday afternoon with murder and attempted murder, following a double shooting earlier that day in Syracuse. Joshua …read more.

EDITORS NOTE: This is the start of a series of essays leading up to the celebration of the  Indiana Bicentennial In December 2016. The essays focus on the top 100 events, ideas and historical figures of Indiana, in chronological order, tying each to a place or current event in Indiana that continues to tell the …read more.

The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department has received notification from the Allen County Coroner’s office of the death of Tara Thornburg, 23, Syracuse. Thornburg is the second victim in the shooting, which occurred early Thursday in Syracuse. Joshua Knisley, 19, was found dead at the scene. The release was from Michael Burris, chief investigator, Allen County …read more.

Contracts with entertainment for the Warsaw Parks Department’s concert series and a step towards a chance to be a part of the state’s Stellar Communities Program were among approvals this morning at the Warsaw Board of Public Works & Safety meeting. Contracts were approved with Duke Tumatoe and the Elwood Splinters Band for the July …read more.

Dr. Dane Miller That passing of Dr. Dane Miller on Feb. 10 was quite a blow to the communities of Warsaw and Winona Lake. Miller, a co-founder of Biomet and selfless philanthropist, made many great contributions to Kosciusko County. Today, at a memorial service held at the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center friends, family and colleagues gathered …read more.

The new Parkview Warsaw YMCA in Warsaw has opened and is serving the community in many positive ways. The new Parkview Warsaw YMCA hopes to exceed expectations and promises to continue to make a positive impact in the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The expansion from 40,000 square-feet to a new, …read more.

Two persons were injured in a two-vehicle accident at 9:23 a.m. Friday, on South Country Club Road and East CR 400S, Warsaw. Ross E. Armey, 17, South Country Club Road, Warsaw, driver of a 2000 Jeep complained of pain to his entire body. A passenger in his vehicle, Raina J. Armey, 15, South Country Club …read more.

Brandon Thomas Woody, 22, 605 W. North St., Syracuse, was booked into the Kosciusko County Jail at 4:42 p.m. Thursday, by Indiana State Police. His arrest was made after information was provided by citizens throughout the community being channeled to officers. Woody was a person of interest in the shooting of Tara Thornburg, 23, 205 …read more.

Milford Fire Department has been called to assist Foraker Fire Department on a structure fire at 69351 CR 15, between CR 50 and CR 46, south east of New Paris. Initially Milford Fire Department was requested to provide a tanker, but was recently requested to provide manpower as well. The structure on fire is reportedly …read more.

The Warsaw Building and Planning Department has gotten of to a quick start in 2015 as they try to match, or even surpass, what was a very productive 2014 year. The building department issued 557 total permits during the 2014 year, including 72 new home permits. Warsaw experienced nearly $25 million in commercial construction during …read more.

John and Lacey Woodiel fell asleep a little after midnight on Wednesday night. When they woke around 6 a.m. Thursday morning, they didn’t bother to look out their windows. It was a neighbor’s Facebook post that had them questioning what on earth had happened on Main Street, Syracuse. The Woodiel’s have three children, Josie, Garrett …read more.

For nearly three full months, Warrior Radio has been broadcasting on FM radio for a roughly 15-mile radius. Warrior Radio WRWT 93.7 FM, broadcasting from a studio at Wawasee High School, officially launched Dec. 1. Prior to the station launching on FM, one had been broadcasting online (and still is) at www.warriorradio.caster.fm. But now anyone …read more.

Brandon Thomas Woody, 22, 605 W. North St., Syracuse, was taken into custody by law enforcement officials this afternoon, according to Syracuse Police Chief Tony Ciriello. Woody is a suspect allegedly involved in the double shooting incident and murder this morning in Syracuse. Woody currently has two additional preliminary warrants for his arrest, which were issued: murder …read more.

The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Matthew Scott Boggs, 41, Warsaw, on numerous local charges. Boggs currently has numerous charges and pending court cases. Those charges include forgery, stalking, theft, invasion of privacy and possession of methamphetamine. His bond is currently at $200,000 through Kosciusko County authorities. Individuals with …read more.

By DANI BARKEY Chief Accountability Officer, Warsaw Community Schools Warsaw Community Schools has postponed the Kindergarten Round-Up scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 19, due to the temperature and wind chill. WCS rescheduled the Kindergarten Round-Up for all incoming 2015-2016 Kindergarten students and parents for 6 p.m. Thursday, March 19, at all elementary schools in the district. …read more.

[weaver_youtube NA6ht5V_8JU rel=0] [weaver_youtube jv-95rtP1Lc rel=0] UPDATE: As of 3:15 p.m., fire fighters were back in service. Emergency personnel are currently responding to a possible house fire located at 5754 South Woodlane Lane. According to officials, one female and a dog were inside the residence when the fire began but exited the home safely. Officials …read more.

Superintendent of Wawasee Community Schools, Dr. Thomas Edington, stated today that he felt many students would be safest at school, regardless of the events this morning. Because of windchill temperatures that dipped well below freezing, Wawasee Community School Corporation started the day with a delay, but many parents voiced concerns for safety after the shooting …read more.

[weaver_youtube vF1IiOCaCc0 rel=0] UPDATE: Syracuse Police Department has released the name of this morning’s male shooting victim. Joshua Randall Knisley, 19, Syracuse, was pronounced dead at the scene by Kosciusko County Coroner Michael Wilson. An autopsy at the Northeast Indiana Forensic Center is still scheduled for later today. Tara Thornburg and Joshua Knisley. (Picture courtesy of …read more.

Tara Thornburg, 23, is in critical condition in a Fort Wayne hospital following a shooting in Syracuse early this morning. A 19 year old male was found deceased. His name is not being released by police as extended family is still being notified. An autopsy is expected to be performed today.
Brandon Woody is being sought by police as a person of interest. He is considered armed and dangerous. However police believe this was an isolated incident and no threat to the community.

The train that derailed in West Virginia at approximately 1:20 p.m. on Monday most likely traveled through northern Indiana, and possibly even Kosciusko County. The train, which was carrying crude oil, was reportedly still burning as of Tuesday night, with oil pouring from the wreckage. Members of the affected community in West Virginia have been …read more.

Kids Market Inc., a non-profit organization will be hosting their semi-annual sale on Saturday, Feb. 28, at Rodeheaver Auditorium on the campus of Grace College in Winona Lake. The organization exists to help the women and children of Kosciusko County by holding two consignment sales each year. For the Spring sale, it is time to …read more.

By BRETT R. BOGGS Superintendent, Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation Connecting Fulton County will be hosting a youth mental health first aid course from 8 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, at the Rochester Learning Center, 1820 Park Road, Rochester. Similar to a first aid or CPR course, this mental health first aid course helps …read more.

The Kosciusko Cares Coalition meeting took place today at the Syracuse Community Center. The meeting involved discussions about upcoming projects such as a documentary that will be shot in the Kosciusko county area this spring to showcase local businesses and organizations that serve youth Lunch was prepared by Wawasee Culinary Arts students. The meeting was …read more.

The National Weather Service in northern Indiana has issued a winter weather advisory for snow and blowing snow in effect for Kosciusko and area counties until 10 p.m. According to the NWS, bands of light to moderate lake effect snow will develop this afternoon and persist through mid-evening. Snow accumulations of 1 to 2 inches …read more.

By MALLORY QUIGLEY Communications Director, Susan B. Anthony List This morning Dr. David Prentice, vice president and research director of the Charlotte Lozier Institute, will testify before the Indiana Senate Committee on Health and Provider Services in support of SB 334 – legislation to prohibit prenatal discrimination by banning abortions based on sex selection or …read more.

[weaver_youtube xCawenbZBIU rel=0] Charlotte “Queen Bee” Hubbard, southwest Michigan, shared her addiction and love of the pollinating insect, the honey bee, Tuesday evening. Hubbard was the guest speaker at the annual Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District annual meeting. Combining humor with educational information, Hubbard shared stories of the three people who influenced her …read more.

As the debate over common construction wage repeal makes its way through the Indiana General Assembly, Americans for Prosperity is urging its activist base of over 60,000 Hoosiers to get involved. AFP Indiana, the state’s foremost group of grassroots activists advocating for economic freedom, is educating its supporters to encourage state legislators to end this …read more.

By DONNA FERGUSON United States Department of Agriculture U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Indiana Farm Service Agency State Executive Director Julia A. Wickard reminds producers of upcoming important deadlines for the new safety-net programs established by the 2014 Farm Bill, known as Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage. The final day to update yield history …read more.

Yesterday evening the Claypool Town Council was presented with information from Town Clerk Connie Morgan discussing a clerical error that has cost the town more than $27,000 over the past four years. According to Morgan, four of the towns largest customers, Louis Dreyfus, Symmetry, a mobile home park and Claypool Elementary were under-billed due to …read more.

Theresa R. Fisher, 57, South SR 25, Mentone, suffered minor bleeding to the head following a one-vehicle accident at noon, Wednesday. The accident was on South SR 25 at South Ferguson Road. Fisher told police she lost control of a vehicle and went off the road, coming to rest facing north. She was taken to …read more.

At its February meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 17, the Winona Lake Town Council engaged in a lengthy discussion regarding Ordinance 2015-1-1. The island in Winona Lake (Map courtesy of Google) The ordinance was introduced at the council’s January meeting, and its purpose is to limit the weights of large trucks on the island, which sits …read more.

Celebrating the start of its 58th year at its annual meeting and banquet, the Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District focused on local achievements and leadership Tuesday evening. The event was held at 2517, Warsaw. Once again four individuals from Wawasee High School were recognized as the county’s top high school soil judgers. Sarah …read more.

A number of residents were present during Tuesday evening’s Warsaw Common Council meeting to express concerns over the chemical spill into Winona Lake following a fire at Warsaw Chemical. At least three residents spoke up expressing clean-up concerns and questioning what is being done to prevent it from happening again. Citizens were informed the situation …read more.

The town of North Webster will learn the fate of its grant for $500,000 to update and repair the North Webster sewage treatment plant, lift stations and lines July 17. The Indiana Office of Rural and Community Affairs deadline for application is May 29 with the initial application to be presented by Triad Associates, Engineering …read more.

The only major piece of business for the Syracuse Town Council came during public discussion on non-agenda items during the council’s monthly meeting Tuesday night. Syracuse resident Sharon Fowler complained about receiving a letter from the town regarding a tree on her property causing a problem between her and her neighbor. The tree straddles the …read more.

Warsaw Common Council approved expanding boundaries of the Warsaw Central Development Area during Tuesday evening’s meeting. The boundary expansion was approved at the Feb. 9 city redevelopment meeting. Jeremy Skinner, city planner, presented the resolution to amend the central development area. The original district was created in the early 1990s focusing on revitalizing the downtown …read more.

The National Weather Service has issued a wind chill advisory for portions of northern Indiana and southern Michigan. The advisory goes into effect at 4 p.m. today and should last until noon tomorrow. NWS is forecasting wind chill values between 10 below zero and 25 below zero. These conditions are expected to set in this …read more.

[weaver_youtube ELQhV8cqgfM rel=0] In front of a crowd of several hundred people, all staring at him with unwavering attention, Jeff Yalden delivered a bold, powerful and passionate speech that left nearly everyone in attendance visibly shaken. Tippecanoe Valley High School has been through some trying times recently, and Yalden has made himself available to the school’s …read more.

Robert Sanders and James Moyer, Kosciusko County Council, were two of about 300 officials from around the state who attended the Association of Indiana Counties’ 2015 County Legislative Conference. County officials met with their legislators to express their concerns about local government issues at this two-day event sponsored by the AIC. The event was held …read more.

Chris W. Cox, executive director of the National Rifle Association’s Institute for Legislative Action, issued the following statement regarding the introduction of The Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2015, in the United States House of Representatives by Congressman Marlin Stutzman: “The constitutional right to self-defense does not stop at a state’s borders. Law-abiding citizens …read more.

Kosciusko County’s state legislators will be in Warsaw Saturday, Feb. 21, at the Farm Bureau Office, off US 30 on Biomet Dive, Warsaw, to greet and speak with constituents. Present will be State Senators Randy Head and Ryan Mishler and State Representatives Curt Nisely and David Wolkins. One of the Kosciusko County Commissioners will also …read more.

By VALERIE KROEGER Office of Indiana Secretary of State Secretary of State Connie Lawson has announced over $150,000 in restitution will be returned to 14 Hoosier investors who lost their life savings and retirement in a Ponzi scheme. The investors were victims of convicted felons Kevin James of Indianapolis and Rudolf “Rudi” Pameijer of Trafalgar. …read more.

UPDATE: Syracuse Street Department originally reported a water main break as the cause for several local residents being without water Tuesday afternoon. After Northshore Drive, Long Drive and Shore Lane residents took to Facebook to post their grievances, the town clerk reported water would be back on within a couple hours of the first calls …read more.

Winona Lake Sunday, Feb. 8. Some discolored water and ice remain; however, discoloration is due to dyes released into the lake by the spill, which are not an immediate environmental concern. Lake oxygen levels returned to normal, so aeration was stopped. (Photo Provided) The Warsaw Chemical fire on February 6 raised several environmental concerns after …read more.

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for area counties including Kosciusko, Marshall, Fulton, Wabash and Elkhart counties. According to the NWS snow showers are expected today, mainly over southern Michigan, which could cause some slick road conditions. Tomorrow through Monday wind chills of -15 to -24 degrees are expected with lake …read more.

Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee discussed updates regarding ongoing projects at Monday evening’s meeting. Executive Director Megan McClellan met with several homeowners along Eli Lilly Road to discuss widening the narrow section of this trail. The committee is hoping to get donations from a few families to match the donations of neighbors. They also want to put …read more.

Yesterday evening the Warsaw Community School Board of Trustees met for the regular monthly meeting of the school board. The board was presented with a motion to approve stipend recommendations and adjustments. According to Kevin Scott, chief financial officer for WCS, the 2014-2015 teachers’ master contract was settled at the end of September. Prior to …read more.

At approximately 5:45 a.m. Tuesday, Feb 17, Leesburg Fire Department and Warsaw Fire Department were called to Helser’s Metal Finishing on CR 200N. According to officials at the scene, a small electrical fire started in an attic space in the facility. The fire was initially contained by 6:21 a.m. A rekindle was reported at 8:51 …read more.

Authorities are currently responding to an accident on US 30, in the area of CR 700W, near Atwood. Individuals from each of the two vehicles involved were shaken up, but all parties were treated at the scene for non-emergency injuries.

At 11:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 15, Mentone Fire Department was called to respond to a house fire located at CR 6966S 1000W. According to Mentone Fire Chief Mike Yazel, upon arrival flames were seen bursting from the doors and and windows of the residence. Burket Fire Department was called for a full-assist with Akron Fire …read more.

Last Thursday the Indiana State Police, working in conjunction with the Plymouth Police Department, the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department and the Marshall County Prosecutor’s Office, arrested four individuals on various drug charges in a criminal saturation patrol in Marshall County. Area agencies are continuing to battle the meth problem that seems to plague most of …read more.

Scammers aiming to defraud consumers during tax season are out in full force. IRS Phone Scam In one of the most common phone scams the Attorney General’s Office has seen in recent months, criminals call consumers claiming to be with the Internal Revenue Service and demand immediate payment of past-due taxes. Scammers might threaten arrest …read more.

By DANIEL ALTMAN Media Contact, Indiana Superintendent’s Office Indiana’s Superintendent of Public Instruction Glenda Ritz has announced that the Indiana Department of Education has reduced the length of the 2015 spring ISTEP+ by over three hours for all Indiana students in all grades. In addition, Superintendent Ritz announced that the Department of Education would seek …read more.

By BRETT R. BOGGS Superintendent, Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation Jeff Yalden’s evening presentation to parents and the community at Tippecanoe Valley High School on Monday, Feb. 16, has been rescheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17. The change in dates is necessary because of the participation of the Tippecanoe Valley High School Lady Vikings Basketball …read more.

UPDATE: According to a report from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, at 6:35 a.m. Monday, Feb. 16, Jan C. Carter, 74, Denzil Drive, Columbia City, was westbound on US 30 when a gust of wind caught his vehicle and “sucked” his car off the roadway. Carter’s vehicle slid sideways and rolled over at least twice …read more.

EDITORS NOTE: This is the start of a series of essays leading up to the celebration of the  Indiana Bicentennial In December 2016. The essays focus on the top 100 events, ideas and historical figures of Indiana, in chronological order, tying each to a place or current event in Indiana that continues to tell the …read more.

Though the winter storm warning has been cancelled, there is a wind chill advisory in effect for Kosciusko County until 11 a.m. today. Dangerous winds between negative 10 and negative 25 degrees are expected. Prolonged exposure to these winds can lead to hypothermia and frost bite could occur in 30 minutes or less. Residents are …read more.

As of 7:15 a.m. today Kosciusko County has lifted the emergency declaration and lowered the travel status to a watch/orange level, according to Ed Rock, Kosciusko County Emergency Management County roads remain snow covered and slick with some drifts. Motorists are asked to stay off county roads if possible to allow county plow drivers to …read more.

A Cromwell man and woman and a Milford woman were involved in separate accidents involving a total of 16 vehicles. The local residents were not injured. Rigoberto Mendoza Rangel, 35, and Edith Utter, 57, both of Cromwell were involved in a 12-vehicle accident, including a semi, at 11:52 a.m. Saturday on US 6 west of …read more.

According to Ed Rock of the Kosciusko County Emergency Management Department, Kosciusko County will remain under the red warning/declaration through the night. A re-evaluation will take place after the county plows have had a chance to observe and report.

Kosciusko County officers have located and arrested a Milford man on multiple charges, including possession of meth. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputies responded Thursday to the Kosciusko Community Hospital after officials reported a male subject was discovered to have an active warrant on the premise. Officers met with Gage Michael Wood, 21, Milford, who initially advised …read more.

Robin Danner, 53, Cromwell, was arrested by officers with the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department following a one vehicle accident on CR 29, south of CR 50, north of Syracuse. The accident was at 1:46 a.m. today. She complained of head pain and was taken to IU Goshen Health. According to the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department, …read more.

As of 3 p.m. today (Saturday) the Elkhart County Board of Commissioners declared a snow emergency for Elkhart County. Elkhart County is at risk from a severe winter storm that will include zero temperatures and wind chills, significant snowfall, and strong winds that will cause near-blizzard conditions with widespread drifting of roads, and near zero …read more.

UPDATE: The road has been re-opened and is available for travel.   SR 15 in the Milford area will be closing due to cars off the side of the road and white out conditions. If you do happen to be driving, please avoid this area.

EDITORS NOTE: This is the start of a series of essays leading up to the celebration of the  Indiana Bicentennial In December 2016. The essays focus on the top 100 events, ideas and historical figures of Indiana, in chronological order, tying each to a place or current event in Indiana that continues to tell the …read more.

The Kosciusko County Commissioners and Kosciusko County Emergency Management have issued a “Red” Warning Level regarding roadway travel. This is the highest level of local travel advisory. Travel is restricted to emergency management workers only. It is recommended that everyone should refrain from any travel. Additionally, the National Weather Services has put Kosciusko County us …read more.

There is a winter storm warning in effect for Kosciusko County from 2:45 p.m. Saturday until 7 a.m. Sunday. Please do not drive unless it is absolutely required (see related).

Authorities are responding to what is reportedly a four or five car pile-up at the intersection of Parker Street and US 30 in Warsaw.

Authorities are currently responding to an accident on East CR 700N in Leesburg.