Attorneys for both sides in the Boehm v. Oakwood Resorts LLC are finishing up final paperwork regarding an request for an injunction to stop Oakwood from playing music on its outdoor patio. Paperwork is due in Judge Reed’s court by late Wednesday, July 29.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will feature the musical group, Slim Gypsy Baggage at this Friday Night’s Concert by the Fountain. The band  will perform from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday, July 31, at the Central Park pavilion, 225 E. Fort Wayne St., Warsaw. Attendees can bring a llawn …read more.

WARSAW — Many people have dreams of winning a Publisher’s Clearinghouse sweepstakes and, for one Warsaw couple, it almost looked like that dream was coming true. All they had to do was wire $299 via Western Union to cover the processing fee. Fortunately for the couple, they were able to identify this as a phone …read more.

A July 8 inspection report commissioned by the Wawasee Property Owners Association rated the overall condition of the CSX railroad bridge over the main channel between Syracuse and Wawasee lakes as “fair” and recommended its replacement “within the next 10 years.”

KOSCIUSKO — Boaters rejoice, the temporary speed restriction on Tippecanoe and Barbee Lakes has been rescinded. Recently, Indiana Conservation Officers announced the temporary restriction for motorboats to idle speed on Lake Tippecanoe chain of lakes, Lake Wawasee and Barbee Lakes. Though restrictions have been lifted for Tippecanoe and Barbee lakes, Lake Wawasee is still under …read more.

By SGT. CHAD HILL, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Public Information Officer PIERCETON — Kosciusko County officials arrested two men last evening on meth related charges in the town of Pierceton. Kosciusko County Drug Task Force officers responded to the location of 211 S. Washington St., Pierceton, last evening shortly after 9 p.m. after receiving an …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Kosciusko County leads the state, nation and world in several great aspects. From topnotch education programs, state of the art orthopedics facilities and a slew of great locales to enjoy, the county’s businesses, schools and lakes strike a note of pride in many of its residents’ hearts. However, Kosciusko may also be known …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals had denied a request by True Purpose Ministries to use a rental house on Winona Avenue as a rehabilitation location for recovering drug and alcohol users. Meeting in regular session Monday evening, July 27, the board heard a number of arguments for and against the faith-based program …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Commissioners voted to allow certain individuals to pay a $25 fee to have their names removed from the county Global Information System maps. The decision came during their regular meeting Tuesday morning, July 28. The option will be open to law enforcement officers, government officials and victims of domestic violence and …read more.

Online registration that was to begin at noon Tuesday, July 28, for the Wawasee Community School Corp. has been delayed until 8 a.m. Wednesday, July 29.

PIERCETON — Kosciusko County officials are investigating the apparent farming death of a Leesburg man north of Pierceton. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputies and emergency personnel responded today just before 5 p.m., to the 600 block of North State Road 13, Pierceton, in regards to a farm machinery accident. Officers arrived and located the victim, Daniel Rex Werstler, 62, Leesburg, pinned underneath a farm implement/planter.

GOSHEN — One of the special features at the 2015 Elkhart County 4-H Fair is the 9/11 Never Forget Exhibit. The Siller family started the Stephan Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation to honor the memory of their brother, Stephen, a New York firefighter who lost his life Sept. 11, 2001 after strapping on his gear and …read more.

Emergency personnel are currently responding to 606 N. SR 13, Pierceton, where a farming accident has been reported.  

Those looking to find love by “swiping right’ may be biting off a little more than they bargained for. According to the Better Business Bureau, the popular mobile dating app Tinder has become a new avenue for scammers looking to prey upon unsuspecting users. Though the app has grown continuously in popularity, Tinder is far …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A North Webster woman was arrested on Saturday, July 25, after allegedly committing welfare fraud that amounted to over $50,000 of wrongfully obtained assistance from the government.

NORTH WEBSTER — Hot temperatures and crowded sidewalks were the most common elements during this year’s Dixie Day. The festival celebrated its seventh year taking place on Saturday, July 25. The festival officially started at 8 a.m. with the Dixie Run. The 5K walk/run started at the North Webster Community Center. The race ended at …read more.

[weaver_youtube H9GrPvtKcSU rel=0]   Patriot’s Day 2015 was an activity filled Saturday at Oakwood Resort, Syracuse. Oakwood Resort staff kept busy parking event goer’s vehicles, while restaurant staff grilled out on the lawn and Man Cave Brewery provided drinks with part of the proceeds going back to the Wawasee Navy Seal Foundation. North Webster American …read more.

  The Lakeland Eagles Club of Syracuse concluded their 2015 People Helping People philanthropy campaign with a celebration and presentation of checks on Saturday evening. During the campaign, the Eagles raised $16,586 through a variety of fundraisers, including the Bullet Bob Niles golf outing held earlier this year at South Shore Golf Club. Of the …read more.

SYRACUSE — Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating what caused a boat to sink on a Lake Wawasee this evening. Around quarter after seven this evening, Indiana Conservation Officers responded to a boat sinking with multiple people in the water. The lake patrol witnessed a boat speeding across Lake Wawasee, which is under an idle speed …read more.

Despite early forecasts of potential rain in the North Webster area on Saturday afternoon, the weather was ideal for the annual LIttle Tippy Cottage Tour, hosted by the Tippecanoe Watershed Foundation.

By ANDREA NEAL The infirm frequented French Lick for its miraculous Pluto water. The rich and famous came to golf — and gamble. Since the 1830s, the rolling hills and springs around the small town of French Lick have drawn tourists to remote southern Indiana. They still do, thanks to a mammoth restoration of its …read more.

For students entering seventh grade who participated in the 1:1 program last year as a sixth grade student, parents and students may attend from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. or from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 3. For students who are new to the 1:1 program and will be a seventh or …read more.

WARSAW — Central Park was packed tonight with people of all ages who came to enjoy the tunes of several award-winning country music artists. The show kicked-off with a performance from singer-songwriter Emilee Allan, of Nashville, Tenn. Food vendors opened shop as Allan performed and guests set up their lawn chairs and blankets. Glover Pavilion …read more.

A criminal investigation was launched yesterday, Thursday, July 23, by Indiana State Police Detective Josh Rozzi, that reportedly led to the arrest of a former Warsaw Doctor. According to information provided by ISP, Doctor Mark Jensen, 62, 1923 E. Timberline Circle S., Warsaw, was served a Fulton County arrest warrant by Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department …read more.

WABASH — North Central Co-op (NCC) of Wabash, and Berrien County Farm Bureau Oil Co. of Eau Claire, Mich., recently announced their stockholders and boards of directors approved a merger agreement to combine the two cooperatives. Effective August 1, Berrien employees and patrons will become employees and patrons of NCC, as the merged cooperatives will …read more.

MILFORD — Milford Fire responded to the report of a gas leak at 71 E. North St. around 2 p.m. today, July 24.

WARSAW — The rescue of a small pup from a fire located at 920 Anchorage Road, Lot 84, Shamrock Mobile Home Park Wednesday, July 22, had a sad ending today. The small shitzu mix, who was tended to by paramedics at the scene, passed away just after midnight today, Friday, July 24, at a local …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Educators, do you need some ready-to-go activities to supplement a lesson that are field-tested, award-winning, and student-proven fun and effective? Come get “WET” and “WILD” at a free workshop held at the amazing Merry Lea Environmental learning Center and sponsored by the Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District.

By SAM WHITELEATHER Division of Fish and Wildlife Due to increasing campground operating costs, the Department of Natural Resources Division of Fish & Wildlife is raising its campground fees. The fee increase will allow the division to continue maintaining and operating campgrounds at Willow Slough, J.E. Roush Lake and Glendale Fish & Wildlife Areas. The …read more.

Warsaw Community Development Corporation announced the LRB Building as one of the recipients of a 2015 Façade Grant in downtown Warsaw on July 24, 2015.  The building is located at 106 N. Buffalo Street. Improvements included tuck-pointing brick and a new awning.  The City of Warsaw provides matching funds for the façade grant program to be …read more.

Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert is pleased to announce the appointment of Nathan W. Polston as the principal of Leesburg Elementary School, effective Monday, July 27. The appointment was approved by the Warsaw Board of School Trustees at a special meeting on Friday, July 24. Polston most recently served as principal at Pierceton Elementary and also …read more.

(Photos provided) WINONA LAKE — An emergency order to restrict watercraft operations on specified lakes in Kosciusko County was filed Friday, July 17. This ordinance went into effect on Lake Wawasee, Lake Tippecanoe and the Barbee lakes chain and is in effect until further notice from the Indiana DNR. Flooding and high water levels continue …read more.

  ELKHART — UPDATE: Elkhart Police have released a statement saying that they believe a 12 year old girl was responsible for setting a fire in her bedroom of an apartment in Elkhart and stabbing family members during an argument. “At this time it appears a 12 year old girl was upset and started a fire in …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The speed restrictions on Wawasee Lake and Tippecanoe chain of lake were issued seven days ago, three days later Barbee chains were added to the list. Those restrictions remain in force for a maximum of 90 days. It could be less if water levels drop. The Department of Natural Resources will issue a …read more.

WARSAW — Residents of Wayne Township can rest assured, they will have ambulance service for the next six months. The Wayne Township Advisory Board met Thursday, July 23, to discuss ambulance service contracts, particularly the existing contract with Multi-Township EMS. The board advised Township Trustee Sheila Burner to renew the contract with Multi-Township, with one …read more.

MILFORD — During a routine traffic patrol Thursday afternoon, Milford Town Marshal Rich Miotto noticed some suspicious behavior that led to the arrest of a male subject. While driving past Milford Town Park at Waubee Lake, Miotto said he noticed a car filled with four people and clothing draped over the doors and windows. When …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Police and Turkey Creek/Syracuse Fire Department and Paramedics are responding to a personal injury accident on Syracuse-Webster Road, at the entrance to Wawasee Heights, across from Wawasee High School. According to reports, no one was transported from the scene for injuries. Two vehicles were reportedly involved in the collision.

NAPPANEE — A 6-month-old and 2-year-old were flown to Parkview Hospital after a truck hit the horse drawn buggy they were ridding in. The accident occurred at 4:27 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at SR 19 and CR 50, north of Nappanee.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department is urging caution when traveling on SR 13, north of Old Road 30. There are 20 buffalo near the roadway. According to information received police are trying to herd them towards the Barbee Buffalo Ranch. The area has been blocked off in the Barbee area during the herding …read more.

UPDATE: According to Goshen Police Department’s Facebook page, the boys were found, hiding in the bedroom of one of their friends. Both boys are safe.   GOSHEN — The Goshen Police Department and the family of two boys request the assistance of the community in locating two missing boys. Not seen since about 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, …read more.

By DENNIS CARROLL Lakeland Eagles Aerie 3760 SYRACUSE — The Lakeland Eagles Aerie 3760, Syracuse, recently held a benefit drive, raising $16,586. To date, a portion of the money has been donated to the nationwide PACE Head Start program for children. A portion of the money has also been donated to Riley Cancer Research for …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Who would name something Dixie Day of all things? The North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce would in honor of the 86-year-old stern wheel paddle boat cruising Webster Lake, not the Confederate States of America. Dixie Day Festival and Art Fair celebrates the Dixie boat and all things North Webster Saturday, July …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Today, Gov. Mike Pence ceremonially signed two bills: broadband ready communities (HEA 1101), which aims to facilitate more investment in broadband infrastructure to support access for Hoosiers across our state, and taxation of Internet access (SEA 80), which prohibits government from collecting a tax on Internet access or use.

WARSAW —If you are a country music fan, you will not want to miss Made In America featuring Wade Hayes, Bryan White and Mark Wills, Friday evening, July 25, at Central Park’s Glover Pavilion, 225 E. Fort Wayne St., Warsaw. The concert is hosted by the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department. The concert begins at …read more.

A crime breaks more than just a law. Property may be damaged and victims may be injured. And regardless of whether the crime is one against property or a person, a community’s sense of safety and security may be fractured, and personal relationships shattered.

SILVER LAKE — Safety, outdoor skills and, of course, fun are all part of kids’ experiences this summer at Camp Mollenhour. The boys’ camp took place last week, while the girls’ camp is occurring this week. The schedules for both are identical, with kids participating in outdoor activities like boater safety; tree stand safety; ATV …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw/Wayne Fire Department, with assist from Winona Lake Fire Department, are responding to a mobile home fire at Shamrock Mobile Home Park, Lot 84, 920 Anchorage Road. No one is reported home. Warsaw/Wayne Fire Chief Mike Brubaker confirmed at the scene no one was home at the time of the fire. The cause …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Town Council authorized the letting of bids for the demolition of the building at 611 N. Main St., after a hearing that began the council meeting Tuesday evening, July 21. Known as the former home of Penguin Point and a drive-in, the property met the criteria outlined in a North Webster ordinance and Indiana state code as being unsafe, vacant, blighted and unable to be used, according to Police Chief Greg Church.

WARSAW — Summer is winding down and, before long, students will head back to school. For some, school supply expenses are, at most, a minor inconvenience, but for others, it may be a cost they cannot afford to pay. With this in mind, Combined Community Services is hosting its annual Tools for School distribution, set …read more.

  By DAVID GROUT Media Relations, Grace College and Seminary WINONA LAKE — Grace College and Seminary continues to set the pace in innovative quality and affordable education. This has been displayed through record enrollments over the past several years. With the rise in enrollment, the college is again addressing the need for more on-campus housing …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College bonds and the lake were main topics of conversation Tuesday evening, July 21, during the regular meeting of the Winona Lake Town Council. At the top of the agenda was an ordinance establishing a $10 million bond issue for Grace College to build a new dorm. The ordinance was introduced …read more.

WARSAW — Let’s talk about a tiny issue. It’s not a tiny problem, but some have found it to be a tiny solution.

[weaver_youtube aqeuw7NElpE rel=0] WARSAW — Warsaw Police Department is taking its efforts to new heights. The department is one of the few agencies in the area to possess and operate a quadcopter — commonly referred to as a “drone.” According to Lt. Kip Shuter, the device allows officers the opportunity to survey crash scenes, assist …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Anyone familiar with Lake Tippecanoe in North Webster is also familiar with the joys of the lake. The beautiful sunsets, family fun, delicious cuisine, relaxing atmosphere and great boating are some of the best around. What locals did find a surprise was the lake’s recent stint on MSN’s best lakes in 50 states.

SYRACUSE — The Elite Frogs Parachute Team, made up of active duty and retired Navy SEALs, will be returning to Lake Wawasee for its fourth annual Patriot’s Day. But this year will be bigger and better than the past three years. The Hooligans Flight Team will join in and there will be a Capt. Phillips …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Manchester University has named Allen Machielson the new dean of student experience. A Huntington area resident, he had previously been associate dean of student development and director of residence life. Machielson will oversee the student experience center in his new role, effective immediately. The center is designed to support personal, academic and …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana’s unemployment rate decreased 0.2 percent to 4.9 percent in June due mostly to a 2,200 worker increase in the labor force and a sizeable decrease in the number of unemployed Hoosiers. June marked the first month since February of 2008 the rate of unemployment in the Hoosier State has been below 5 …read more.

SYRACUSE — A disgruntled man attended the Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee meeting Monday, July 20, voicing his displeasure with a new section of the trail in front of his property. Mike Acker, who lives on Harkless Drive, said while the trail is complete from Palm Drive to S.R. 13 section, he is not pleased. “My property …read more.

WARSAW — In the regular monthly meeting of the Warsaw Community School Board on Monday, July 20, the Northern Indiana Hispanic Health Coalition met with board members to give an update on the programs effects in Warsaw Community Schools. The presentation was led by NIHHC Executive Director Liliana Quintero and Outreach Coordinator Kyle Lowe. Quintero …read more.

WARSAW — A motorcyclist was cited following an accident at the intersection of Center Street and Tamarack Street. According to police reports, Dennis Kostro, 70, Warsaw, was driving a 2013 Harley Davidson motorcycle eastbound on Center Street toward Tamarack when he saw a red passenger vehicle stopped at the intersection. The vehicle proceeded into the …read more.

CROMWELL — Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District met for its regular monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Monday, July 20, in the Cromwell office. The agenda was packed with discussion of the Wawasee area sewer project, which is getting closer to fruition. Dick Green, attorney for the district, along with engineer Brian Houghton, Umbaugh and Associates …read more.

WARSAW — During the Warsaw Common Council’s meeting Monday, July 20, the council tabled an ordinance amending the city code referencing disbursement of buy money used by the police department. The ordinance, drafted by the city attorney, states a check be issued to the City of Warsaw Police Department in care of the Chief of Police …read more.

WARSAW — An overview of the South Side Drainage Study was presented by Jason Durr, senior civil engineer and Josh Corwin, civil engineer, with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, LLC., South Bend, during Warsaw Common Council’s meeting Monday, July 20. Teresa Sailor, stormwater coordinator for the city, provided additional information as to the next steps. Broken …read more.

[weaver_youtube YNAR3byyytA rel=0] WINONA LAKE — “Lost” fans are ecstatic as news of the “Nouvelle Vie” cast list is reaching public ears. The film, which is being shot in the Winona Lake area, has already created a buzz in the community by visiting local businesses and offering locals the chance to participate as an extra, or …read more.

WARSAW — Banner Medical, Carol Stream, Ill., will be coming to Warsaw. The announcement was made during Monday evening’s Warsaw Common Council meeting. Mark A. Redding, president/chief executive officer and Dan Stoettner, executive vice president/chief operating officer, made the announcement.

AKRON — Many in the Akron-Mentone area are familiar with Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation’s wind turbine. Now, the corporation is looking into another renewable energy project, this time with solar power. At a public work session held last evening, Monday, July 20, at the school administration building, TVSC Superintendent Brett Boggs introduced Northern Indiana Power …read more.

WARSAW — Its mission will remain the same, but the look will be different. Formerly known as Kosciusko County Educational Development, the name has been changed to Gradway.

WARSAW — Two homes, both unoccupied, have received demolition orders following today’s Warsaw Code Enforcement Hearing. The orders were issued by Larry Clifford, hearing officer. The homes have estimated remodeling, refurbishing costs far exceeding demolition expenses. The properties are located at 108 N. Park Ave., Warsaw, and 124 S. Sherman, Warsaw. The demolition costs will …read more.

A flood warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Northern Indiana for the Tippecanoe River near Ora affecting Fulton, Kosciusko Marshall, Pulaski and Starke counties. The warning is in effect from this morning, Tuesday, July 21, to Wednesday morning, July 22. At 3 a.m. Tuesday the flood stage was near 12 feet …read more.

WARSAW — Michael P. Zimny, 56, Glenwood, Ill., was originally charged with aggravated battery, battery resulting in serious bodily injury and criminal recklessness, in a September 2013 incident at Jellystone Campground. Today, his plea agreement was accepted and his charges were reduced to criminal recklessness a class D felony. He was sentenced two two years …read more.

Dane Jenkins and the buyers of his grand champion specialty meat goat WARSAW — The 2015 Kosciusko County 4-H Livestock Auction brought in a total of $412,236.42 plus an additional $5,288 for the Buyers Support Group, giving this year’s sale a strong finish. The sale was short $20,250.37 from 2014, a record sale year. (See …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw/Wayne Township Fire Department, Warsaw Police Department and Multi-Township EMS are responding to an accident at Center and Tamarack streets, Warsaw. Motorist should avoid the area if at all possible, and if travel in that area is necessary, use caution.

WARSAW — Indiana Conservation Officers announce the temporary speed restriction effective immediately for motorboats to idle speed on the Barbee Chain of Lakes. This includes Big and Little Barbee, Banning, Kuhn, Sechrist, Irish and Sawmill lakes. Wawasee Lake and Tippecanoe Lakes were placed under idle speed restrictions late Friday afternoon. Due to hazardous high water …read more.

WINONA LAKE — In December 2012, while families were preparing for the holiday season with presents, Christmas lights and baking, one family suffered a tragedy that shook an entire community. A Tippecanoe Valley High School student attending the Burket Education Center, the corporation’s alternative school, passed away from suicide. Later that same day, his father …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A caucus to appoint a county surveyor will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19. The caucus of eligible Kosciusko County Republican Precinct committeemen will be held in the historic Kosciusko Circuit Court Chambers, Kosciusko County Courthouse, Warsaw. Richard Kemper submitted his resignation as county surveyor effective Aug. 14. The appointed replacement …read more.

WARSAW — Sarah A. Mills, Claypool, was sentenced today, Monday, July 20, to three years in the Indiana Department of Corrections for neglect of a dependent resulting in serious bodily injury. However, instead of a level 3 felony as initially charged, a plea agreement resulted in the charge being a level 5 felony — a …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The results are in from the first-ever statewide fall tillage transect completed late last year as part of a collaborative effort between the Indiana State Department of Agriculture, USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service, Indiana’s 92 Soil and Water Conservation Districts and other members of the Indiana Conservation Partnership. The report shows significant increases …read more.

By LIZ MCKINLEY Recreation Director, Warsaw Parks and Recreation WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host a free country music concert featuring award-winning country music artists, Wade Hayes, Bryan White and Mark Wills, who have written and produced a combined 20 award winning albums. The concert is set for 6:30 p.m. Friday, …read more.

[weaver_youtube 6TcTgFZcdKU rel =0] INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Mike Pence and Adjutant General, Major General Courtney Carr, recently held a press conference to discuss the Governor’s decision to authorize the arming of the Indiana National Guard at state facilities and recruiting offices in Indiana. The Executive Order 15-07 was signed into effect immediately.  “I have to say …read more.

Ever since Oog tripped and fell in the mud chasing that woolly mammoth, we fallible human creatures have been telling jokes — about each other, about ourselves, about family and religion and the universe as we know it. Jokes provide a laugh, a chuckle or a groan, but they carry may serious side-effects as well. …read more.

InkFreeNews.com continues to prove itself as Kosciusko County’s news leader. In the last week the Ink Free News Facebook page has had over 40,000 post engagements with a 334,217 posts reach according to our weekly analytics. Analytics also show there has been over 1,600 new page likes. Since April 30, 2012, we have grown by …read more.

[weaver_youtube tB-EiVQOzjA rel=0]   A social evening to hear about Ivy Tech was hosted by Michael and Rebecca Kubacki, Ivy Tech Foundation and Ivy Tech Community College Northeast Friday evening at the Kubacki’s Syracuse Lake home. The evening was to learn how Ivy Tech is changing lives and impacting communities. Over 100 friends, Ivy Tech …read more.

INDIANA — Students attending college in Indiana may be getting more for their money, according to a recent study by “Money” on the top colleges and universities in the country. The study initially looked at 1,500 four-year colleges and universities, but factored out those with military service requirements, evidence of financial difficulty and insufficient data, …read more.

BREMEN — Indiana State Police Master Trooper Lee Boone has reached the career milestone of 35 years with the Indiana State Police. Boone was appointed to the department in 1979. He was assigned to the South Bend State Police Post out of the academy, then transferred to the Bremen Post after the South Bend Post closed. Boone …read more.

[weaver_youtube 6T3bdL9EMGM rel=0]   WARSAW — Fairgoers sought shelter earlier this evening as storms rumbled through the county. County highway crews have been called out to remove trees on several roads. A number of roads have been closed due to high water. High water signs have been placed in other locations warning drivers to  use caution. The …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Fire Department, Multi-Township EMS are responding to a report of a possible fire at Comfort Inn, 3328 E. Center St., Warsaw. There is reports of fire alarms going off. Winona Lake Fire Department has been called for a ladder truck.

The severe thunderstorm warning has now been extended until 8 p.m. for Kosciusko County.   Northern Kosciusko County is under a severe thunderstorm warning until 7:30 p.m. today, March 18. Elkhart and northeastern Marshall county is also included in the warning. At 6:43 p.m. severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Mishawaka …read more.

The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center, Norman, Okla., has issued a tornado watch until midnight for Kosciusko, Elkhart, Fulton, Noble, Marshall and Whitley counties. Other counties included in the watch are Adams, Cass, Jay, LaPorte, Starke, Wells, Allen, DeKalb, Grant, Pulaski, Steuben, White, Blackford, Huntington, LaGrange, Miami, St. Joesph and Wabash counties. The National …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Effective immediately, Gov. Mike Pence has directed Indiana Adjutant General, Major General Courtney Carr in cooperation with the Indiana State Police, the Indiana Department of Homeland Security and local law enforcement to enhance security measures at all Indiana National Guard facilities and installations in Indiana, in the wake of the recent attack on …read more.

BREMEN — Indiana State Police First Sergeant Gary Coffie recently received his 35 year longevity pin at a ceremony in Indianapolis. Indiana State Police Superintendent Doug Carter presented the pin. Coffie graduated from the state police academy in July, 1980. His career began with an assignment to the Ligonier Post and patrol duties in Noble County …read more.

The 13th annual sale of champions  saw 15 champion and reserve champion animals go up on the auction block as well as the 4-H King and Queen Kisses. When the sale was over approximately $54,375 had been raised with $1,550 dedicated to the Kurt Miller Memorial Fund. Miller was a nine year 4-H member, a …read more.

(Photo created with beaconbeta.schneidercorp.com of the spill site) SYRACUSE — The demolition of a condemned home resulted in Turkey Creek Fire Department being notified of a  report of an oil spill on Bayshore Channel of Lake Wawasee, Sunday, July 12. (Related: Local Officials Respond To Hatchery Road Chemical Spill) Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation, which is …read more.

Providing transportation for veterans to medical appointments just became a bit easier for the American Legion Post #253 thanks to a $30,000 grant from K21 Health Foundation. The grant was used to assist with the purchase a new van that volunteers use to take veterans from Kosciusko County to various medical appointments. According to Commander …read more.

By SEAN HOLMES, Undersheriff Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department In efforts to protect traveling motorists from impaired drivers, officers from the Elkhart County Traffic Safety Partnership will be conducting high visibility efforts that consist of DUI high visibility enforcement zones saturated patrols, and other methods to detect impaired drivers. From 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday, …read more.

It was a busy meeting for Warsaw Public Board of Works & Safety Friday morning, July 17. A grant from the Indiana Arts Commission was accepted, a bid was awarded for the Mariner’s Drive rehabilitation, bids were opened for a new garbage truck and a last minute, immediate resignation of a town employee were among …read more.

SYRACUSE — Indiana Conservation Officers announce the temporary speed restriction effective immediately for motorboats to idle speed on the Lake Tippecanoe chain of lakes and Lake Wawasee. Due to hazardous high water conditions on these lakes DNR Director Cameron Clark has authorized an emergency order dated today’s date to restrict the speed. Watercraft exempted from …read more.

LEESBURG — The recycling station at Leesburg is back. The new location is at the Old Leesburg Mill, 100 S. Old S.R. 15. With permission from Nick Deeter, the KC Recycling Depot and Bordens placed the bins at this location and the town of Leesburg helped prepare the site.

KOSCIUSKO – A well-known face is making a big change in Kosciusko County. Renea Salyer, formerly of the Kosciusko County Chamber, has joined Kosciusko Junior Achievement as the new executive director. Salyer has a heart for both community and charity. After volunteering with first-grade students through the Junior Achievement program, Salyer found a passion for …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community High School Class of 1985 will host its 30th reunion from 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, to 2 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 9, at Spikes Beach Bar & Grill, Warsaw. There will be a casual buffet and cash bar. Live music starts at 9 p.m. The cost is $25 per person. …read more.

After serving 26 years as the Kosciusko County Surveyor and another 17 years working for the previous county surveyor, Dick Kemper has chosen to submit his resignation effective Aug. 14.