With the Fourth of July holiday weekend approaching, officials at The Medical Foundation have issued a reminder to the community of the need for donated blood due to the sharp increase in injuries requiring medical attention. According to the National Safety Council (NCS), the Fourth of July weekend is the deadliest holiday of the year, …read more.

Indiana Governor Mike Pence today issued the following statement on the Supreme Court’s same-sex marriage ruling: “Like many Hoosiers, I believe marriage is the union between one man and one woman, and I am disappointed that the Supreme Court failed to recognize the historic role of the states in setting marriage policy in this country. …read more.

Johnathan Evans Johnathan Michael Evans, 31, 723 W. Blaine Ave., Elkhart, is facing four charges in Kosciusko County following the alleged robbery of Low Bob’s Discount Tobacco, North Detroit Street, Warsaw, on the afternoon of June 18. Charges of robbery with a deadly weapon, level 3 felony; possession of a firearm by a serious, violent …read more.

With a 5-4 decision on Friday, June 26, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that the Constitution guarantees same-sex marriage. The ruling covered four cases that came before the court: Obergefell v. Hodges (Ohio), Tanco v. Haslam (Tennessee), DeBoer v. Snyder (Michigan) and Bourke v. Beshear (Kentucky). Each of these states define marriage …read more.

Over 100,000 votes have been cast so far in this year’s Northern Indiana Pizza Wars and now we are down to only two. The Wooden Peel of Marshall County will face off against the Café at the Bowling Alley from Kosciusko County. The Café at the Bowling Alley boasts the Bib’s Smoked BBQ Chicken Pizza. …read more.

All Nappanee municipal buildings will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of Independence day. Trash collection for the week of June 29, will be on a normal schedule.

Johnathan Evans The armed suspect in the robbery of Low Bob’s on June 18 is in the Elkhart County Detention Center. Johnathan Michael Evans, 31, 723 W. Blaine Ave., Elkhart, was arrested by Elkhart Police and booked on a 2009 burglary charge, according to booking records. He is being held on no bond. Warsaw Police …read more.

Did you ever want to be a pirate? Here’s your chance to live a childhood dream by entering the 2015 Wawasee Flotilla’s “Pirate Parade.” Use your creativity and imagination to covert your pirate dreams onto a boat or as an on-shore entry and enter it into the 2015 Wawasee Flotilla Saturday, July 4. “Pirate Parade” …read more.

Indiana Conservation Officers will be joining thousands of law enforcement officers across the United States who will be on heightened alert for those violating boating under the influence laws during the annual Operation Dry Waterweekend, June 26-28. Operation Dry Water is a nationally coordinated heightened awareness and enforcement campaign, focused on deterring boaters from boating …read more.

The Department of Natural Resources seeks volunteers to help gather information on recreational use at large northern Indiana lakes to learn about the spread of aquatic species. Lakes involved in the project are Bass, Manitou, Maxinkuckee, Wawasee, Webster and Winona. Volunteers will monitor selected boat ramps during high-use times to record boats entering or leaving …read more.

Always an important part of the North Webster Mermaid Festival, this year’s annual parade marks the 70th year of celebration through the streets of the town. Stepping off smartly at 4 p.m. Saturday, June 27, the parade is certain to entertain people of all ages. In the spirit of this milestone anniversary, the theme for …read more.

Following the Supreme Court of the United States’ ruling on King v. Burwell, Governor Mike Pence issued the following statement. “The Supreme Court’s ruling in King v. Burwell is profoundly disappointing to me and every Hoosier who had hoped this ruling would give our nation the opportunity to start over on health care reform. “Today’s …read more.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced a new report on discoveries by USDA researchers that have led to new patents and inventions with the potential for commercial application and potential economic growth. USDA innovations included in this annual report range from USDA supported research that could offer solutions for millions who suffer allergies from peanuts …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department detectives stated that they have arrested a Warsaw uncle and nephew who allegedly were responsible for several burglaries in the Palestine and Pierceton areas of Kosciusko County. After receiving numerous burglary reports in the last month, sheriff’s deputies had coordinated their patrols at specific times and locations. Shortly after midnight on …read more.

The Supreme Court released its ruling in King v. Burwell, a case tied to the Affordable Care Act, today. The 6-3 ruling found tax credit subsidies, designed to help make health insurance more affordable, can be offered in all states, including those that use the federal exchange. “The Affordable Care Act (ACA) was written to …read more.

The 70th Mermaid Festival is off to a cute start. Wednesday night, June 24, found North Webster’s streets filled with strollers, costumes, candy and children beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Oakwood Resort will soon be the site of three new memorial benches. Three granite benches will sit on the property to honor Ken Robinson, Cole Brembeck and Howard Brembeck. Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce is in charge of arranging the purchasing and placement of the benches. In order to pay for the granite benches and to …read more.

The boys from Liverpool, the Fab Four, are feted worldwide every June 25 (commemorating the day in 1960 they formed as a group) on Global Beatles Day. From their first hit in the UK (“Love Me Do” in late 1962) through their last concert song (“Long Tall Sally” at Candlestick Park on Aug. 29, 1966), …read more.

Gov. Mike Pence sent a letter today, Wednesday, June 24, to President Barack Obama informing him that unless the federal Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Power Plan is demonstrably and significantly improved before being finalized Indiana will not comply. The governor’s letter in full can be found attached. “As I wrote to Administrator McCarthy on Dec.1, …read more.

A two-vehicle accident has occurred at US 6 and SR 15, north of Milford, at approximately 4 p.m. today, Wednesday, June 24. According to information obtained at the scene, the driver and passenger in a minivan have been transported to IU Health Goshen, while the driver of the SUV was checked at the scene and …read more.

At approximately 3:25 p.m. Wednesday, June 24, a two-vehicle accident sent one person to the hospital. According to an Ink Free News reporter at the scene, a dark-colored SUV was traveling south on SR 13, followed by a white sedan. Both vehicles turned left onto South County Line Road. The white sedan struck the SUV …read more.

“The county auditors office is the hub of county government,” said Indiana State Auditor Suzanne Crouch during a visit Kosciusko County Auditor Michelle Puckett on Wednesday, June 14. “Just like the state auditor is the hub of state government. County government only performs as well as the auditor’s office.” Crouch is currently on a statewide …read more.

Zimmer Holdings Inc has won U.S. antitrust approval to buy rival orthopedic products maker Biomet Inc on condition that it divest certain assets, the Federal Trade Commission said today Wednesday, June 24, according to a Reuters report. The assets to be sold include certain knee implants, total elbow implants and bone cement, the agency said. …read more.

A driver and his passenger were injured in a two-vehicle accident at 8:41 p.m. Tuesday, June 23, on East Armstrong Road at EMS T13 Lane, North Webster. Taken to Kosciusko Community Hospital were Richard G. Monk, 66, North Westerner Winds Drive, Warsaw, who suffered a contusion/bruise to the back and complained of back pain and …read more.

The Gatke Property (Photo by Deb Patterson) The Gatke Building – as long as I’ve lived in the Warsaw area, it’s been but a bombed-out eyesore. In its current state it doesn’t serve much use. The building has been deemed unsafe, suffering from years of neglect. No trespassing signs dot its perimeter. Some photographers seem …read more.

All interested parties are welcome to attend a meeting with representatives of WNIT-South Bend, public television station, 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 1, at the Tippecanoe Township Building, 102 S. Morton St. at West Washington Street, North Webster. Information on the documentary to be shown in September will be provided as well as free training for …read more.

Warsaw Biblical Gardens has become its own entity, namely a 501c3. According Paul Refior, board president for Warsaw Biblical Gardens, it’s been a move a couple years in the making. “A couple years ago, the WCDC (Warsaw Community Development Corporation) did a review of its core mission,” said Refior. It was through that review, despite …read more.

Unsafe speed was the contributing circumstance in a one-vehicle accident Tuesday on East Wooster Road, west of South CR 500E, Pierceton. The 17-year-old driver, who has never had a valid driver’s license, was taken to a Fort Wayne hospital with an internal shoulder/upper arm injury. The accident occurred at 11:49 a.m. Craig S. Cassel, 17, …read more.

UPDATE: According to Milford Fire Department the reported gas leak is under control and now being handled by NIPSCO. At approximately 9 p.m. Tuesday, June 23, Milford Fire Department was called to 206 N. Shaffer St., Milford. An odor of gas was reported, MFD is currently on scene investigating.  

CASA of Kosciusko County has announced that Silveus Insurance Group will be the event sponsor of the first CASA 3-on-3 Hoopfest set for Saturday, July 25. This fun basketball filled event will be held at the Gordon Recreation Center on the Grace College Campus. The day will consist of eight divisions of basketball teams playing …read more.

The following is a list of Fourth of July weekend fireworks displays and special events. AKRON Thursday, July 2, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Akron Carnegie Public Library book sale Friday, July 3, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Akron Carnegie Public Library book sale Friday, July 3, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Akron Area Arts …read more.

Tomorrow, State Auditor, Suzanne Crouch will visit the Kosciusko County Auditor’s Office as the next stop in her statewide tour.

Joseph Avery Dye, 23, Elkhart, has been incarcerated in the Elkhart County Corrections facility on charges of auto theft, resisting arrest and reckless driving. At approximately 11:01 a.m. today, Tuesday, June 23, officers from the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department, the Bristol Police Department and the Middlebury Police Department responded to a report that a National …read more.

This year the North Webster Mermaid Festival will be represented by two very important people, the citizens of the year. Phil and Karilyn Metcalf have been named 2015 citizens of the year. The honorary title is used to thank those in the community who have devoted their lives to making North Webster a better place, …read more.

Devon J. Slabaugh, 53, New Paris, died at 10:09 p.m. Monday, June 22, from injuries he sustained in an accident on US 6, east of Nappanee and CR 9, Thursday, June 11. Slabaugh was transported to South Bend Memorial Hospital for facial injuries following the crash, which occurred at 3:52 p.m. that date. According to …read more.

By JOY LOHSE Director of Marketing & Public Relations Lutheran Health Network KCH The Multi-Township EMS board of directors voted Monday evening, June 22, to approve an agreement for Kosciusko Community Hospital, a member of Lutheran Health Network, to acquire Multi-Township EMS services. When transaction is complete later this year, EMS services will continue under the …read more.

Deputies with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, Pierceton Fire Department and Mutli-Township EMS are en route to a personal injury accident at 4661 E. Wooster Road, east of CR 325E. According to a KCSD deputy at the scene, only one vehicle with a single occupant was involved. The vehicle exited Wooster Road on the south …read more.

Bennington Boats, a high end pontoon boat manufacturer based in Elkhart, has become a focus point in the lawsuit between nine residents of Sunset Park and Oakwood Resorts. Sunset Park is located across Conklin Bay from Oakwood. During a hearing on a preliminary June 10 for an injunction against Oakwood to stop playing loud music …read more.

Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals approved a use variance for 127 S. Lincoln., Warsaw, at the corner of Lincoln and Market streets, to be used as a professional office in a residential area. The approval was granted at Monday evening’s meeting. The request was made by Christopher McCrea. According to Tim Dombrosky, assistant city planner, …read more.

Turkey Creek/Syracuse Fire Department was called at 6:22 a.m. today Tuesday, June 23, to a dust collector fire at Jasper Plastics, Railroad Avenue, Syracuse. All employees were evacuated. One individual sustained burns and was transported to St. Joseph Hospital, Fort Wayne. While the fire had been extinguished before firefighters arrived, the plant was checked for …read more.

The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for Kosciusko and surrounding counties. The watch is in effect until 3 a.m. Tuesday, and includes Marshall, Elkhart, Fulton, Wabash and Whitley counties. Severe thunderstorms are possible into the evening. Heavy, damaging winds could accompany the storms. There is also a risk of large hail, and …read more.

The good news is the CSX railroad bridge between Syracuse Lake and Lake Wawasee is now open on both sides. Becky Fox, president of the Syracuse Lake Association and Kay Young, president of the Wawasee Property Owners Association, both confirmed a crew of volunteers had been out Saturday, June 20, removing chucks of concrete from …read more.

Kosciusko County Circuit Court Judge David Cates agreed with defense attorney John Barrett this was Gregory Sutton Jr., 18, South CR 325E, Warsaw, first brush with adult court. Because of this, Sutton was given primarily a suspended sentence with little or no jail time. “I would like this to be your only go around with …read more.

The National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) honored Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller with its 2015 Kelley-Wyman Award, also known as “Attorney General of the Year” Award during its annual conference. The Kelley-Wyman Award is the association’s highest honor given each year to the state attorney general who exemplifies and helps forward the objectives of …read more.

Rhydeem Otthello Hudson, 404 N. Parker St., Warsaw, who turned 18 just 10 days ago, was sentenced to a total of two years in the Kosciusko County Jail Monday morning, after he failed to appear for his sentencing in April, due to the birth of his son. Hudson was sentenced, based on a plea agreement, of …read more.

A history of alcoholism — seven prior charges with six convictions and one diversion, all involving alcohol — was an indicator to Kosciusko Superior Court Judge David Cates, that Jonathon J. Hulley, 36, 1310 Cedar Brook Court, Goshen, was not a low risk for committing a crime again. Through a plea agreement Hulley’s plea of …read more.

With the potential for severe weather approaching, travel plans may be affected for those planning to drive or fly today. O’Hare International Airport in Chicago has canceled more than 150 flights today as a “proactive” precaution. These cancellations have affected local airports as well, primarily flights traveling into Chicago. According to South Bend Regional Airport, …read more.

The purpose of the Cancer Care Fund of Kosciusko County could not have been explained better than by someone who experienced the benefits. Dee Salmons Anderson spoke to a crowd of approximately 150 Saturday evening during the third Kosciusko County Cares Cocktails For Cancer. Speaking under the large white tent at Oakwood Resort Lake Side …read more.

A new fund has been established at the Kosciusko County Community Foundation to honor the many years of teaching excellence of Pam Juday Schumm at Wawasee High School, Syracuse. A group of friends have established this fund to provide ongoing recognition in the Wawasee Community School Corporation of Schumm’s 41 years of teaching contributions to …read more.

The annual Wawasee Property Owners Association and Syracuse Lake Association Family Breakfast is an opportunity for neighbors to meet neighbors, renew friendships, make new friends and learn about various non-profit organizations in the area. This year’s event was held Saturday morning at Oakwood Resort, Syracuse. Non-profit agencies such as the WPOA, Syracuse-Wawasee Trails, Syracuse-Wawasee Garden …read more.

The weather was great for the final day of the Seventh Annual Northern Indiana Lakes Festival. The event concluded at Center Lake, Warsaw, with numerous activities teaching the importance of protecting lakes and streams while having fun. Dr. Nate Bosch, director of the Center for Lakes & Streams, stated everything went perfectly as planned with …read more.

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for portions of northern Indiana. Severe thunderstorms are possible throughout the day and into the night. Heavy, damaging winds could accompany the storms. There is also a risk of large hail, and isolated tornadoes could touch down. Heavy rainfall may come down throughout the day, …read more.

The Syracuse Alumni Association gathered for its 106th annual banquet on Saturday evening at the Syracuse Community Center.

Kent Abernathy, Commissioner of the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV), announced yesterday that all BMV license branches will be closed Saturday, July 4 through Monday, July 6 in observance of Independence Day. All branches resume regularly scheduled business hours on Tuesday, July 7. For a complete list of branch locations and hours, please visit …read more.

Warsaw Board of Works and Public Safety had a lengthy list of new business to go through early Friday afternoon.

Yesterday, the US House of Representatives passed the “Protect Medical Innovation Act of 2015”, which repeals the 2.3 percent tax on medical device sales. The tax, which took effect in 2013, was designed to support the president’s Affordable Care Act. Though ACA has provided medical coverage for some 16 million Americans, opponents of the tax, …read more.

The Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation’s online student registration/data validation system is open for the upcoming school year.

Cindy Bryan, art professor at Grace College, is currently working on a big project. The art department at Grace College, Center for Lakes and Streams and the City of Warsaw storm waters department are teaming up to bring new life to the cities storm drains.

The Hoosier State is nearing record-level private sector employment, according to the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics released data today, June 19, by the Indiana Department of Workforce Development. “The Indiana economy continues regional leadership in job creation, which emboldens our economic development efforts,” said Victor Smith, Indiana Secretary of Commerce. “We are telling Indiana’s …read more.

Syracuse Board of Zoning Appeals approved all the cases that were presented Thursday, June 18. PW Realty LLC’s petition for a variance and an appeal were both approved. The company wants to allow a 20-foot buffer requirement to be relieved along the west property line and north property line. The property is located 813 W. …read more.

According to the National Weather Service, a hazardous weather outlook is in effect until early next week. According to the NWS, there will be periodic chances for thunderstorms from Saturday through Thursday. The best chance of thunderstorms appears to be from Saturday evening through Sunday morning. Chances peak again from late Sunday night into Monday. …read more.

By THERESA SAILOR INDOT Certified Technician, Stormwater Coordinator, City of Warsaw Come get a sneak peak of the storm drain art being painted today in Central Park. Cindy Bryan, art  professor at Grace College is painting one of the storm drains in front of the Central Park pavilion. Next year as a part of the …read more.

By LT. KIP SHUTER Warsaw Police Department Public Information Officer Warsaw Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred yesterday afternoon, Thursday, June 18, at Low Bob’s Discount Tobacco, 702 N. Detroit St., Warsaw. Around 3 p.m., an employee called police and advised that a black male, in a white shirt and white car, had …read more.

Gov. Mike Pence ceremonially signed “Jenny’s Law”, SEA 94, which lengthens the statute of limitations for rape in the state of Indiana on Thursday. “‘Jenny’s Law’ marks an important milestone in the life of our state as well as in the lives of victims of sexual assault,” said Pence. “This law would not have been …read more.

According to an alert from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, some roads in Kosciusko County are still suffering from the torrential rains that have come down this week. As a result, some roads in the area are closed. The following roads have been reported closed: CR 550S from SR 15 to Kinsey Road CR 400E …read more.

The world’s favorite overweight, wisecracking, lasagna-loving feline turns 37 years old today (June 19). Garfield, the literary creation of Indiana native James Robert “Jim” Davis, is enjoyed daily by more than 300 million readers around the globe, earning it the Guinness World Record for the most syndicated comic strip. The orange tabby was born June …read more.

The five gardens featured on the 2015 Syracuse-Wawasee Garden Club Garden Walk are beautiful, diverse and crammed full of ideas for gardening fans. For those who just like spending time outside, this tour is well worth the time, too. It will be held from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, June 24. Each garden will be marked …read more.

The Kosciusko County 4-H Royalty contestants were announced. The contestants met at the Kosciusko County Extension office at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 18, to interview for the coveted title of 4-H king, queen, prince and princess.

Efforts to keep boaters from using the east side of the railroad bridge is being made with caution tape and markers. Board members of the Wawasee Property Owners Association expressed concern over the condition of the CSX railroad bridge over the channel connecting Syracuse and Wawasee lakes last Saturday during its annual public board meeting. …read more.

Support the local Cancer Care Fund and have fun at the same time at the Kosciusko County Care Cocktails for Cancer from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 20, at the Oakwood Resort Lake Side Patio, 702 E. Lake View Road, Syracuse. The event is sponsored by the Community Outreach Committee of Cancer Care …read more.

The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana has issued a severe thunderstorm watch until 11 p.m. today, Thursday, June 18. In addition to Kosciusko County, other counties included are Adams, Allen, Blackford, Dearborn, Delaware, DeKalb, Fayette, Franklin, Grant, Henry, Huntington, Jay, LaGrange, Madison, Miami, Noble, Ohio, Randolph, Ripley, Steuben, Switzerland, Union, Wabash, Wayne, Wells and …read more.

  Weather has caused delays in the progress of the East Market Street Project between Bronson and Colfax streets, but work is progressing. Workers have now moved from Colfax to Lindberg streets. The area between Bronson and Lindberg is closed to through traffic. Attempts are being made to provide local access, as much as possible. …read more.

The Noble County Sheriff’s Department is asking for help from the public in locating a suspect vehicle in the hit and run death of Anastacio Lopez, 47, North East Wawasee Drive, Syracuse on CR 1200W Tuesday evening. Investigators believe Lopez was struck by a 1994 to 2001 Dodge truck. The suspect vehicle should have damage …read more.

Dr. Nate Bosch, director of the Center for Lakes & Streams, was awarded the Chandler-Misener award for the most notable paper published in the Journal of Great Lake Research in 2015. Submitted papers are evaluated for originality, contribution and presentation. Bosch’s paper, “Assessing and addressing the re-eutrophication of Lake Erie: Central basin hypoxia,” addressed the …read more.

Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (IN-02) issued the following statement after the House passed legislation to repeal the Medical Device Tax. H.R. 160, the Protect Medical Innovation Act of 2015, which Walorski is an original co-sponsor, repeals the 2.3 percent tax on device sales, a significant funding mechanism for the Affordable Care Act, commonly known as Obamacare.  …read more.

The death of a 23-year-old Eastpointe, Mich., woman is being investigated by the Kosciusko County Coroner’s Office and Warsaw Police. Police were called to the 3300 block of Lake City Highway, Warsaw, at 9:12 p.m. Tuesday, June 16. They had received a call of an unresponsive female in a parked vehicle. Brooke Marie Beohm was …read more.

Chautauqua-Wawasee has rescheduled its program “The Power of Archetypes” to July 23. This program is a fun and effective way to discover who you are and want to be. Successful people understand what motivates them and gives their lives meaning and act in alignment with this knowledge. Participants will learn a fun and highly regarded …read more.

Purdue University served as host to the 86th Indiana FFA State Convention June 15-18. Wawasee High School was among the numerous FFA Chapters present. Wawasee FFA members competed in eight CDE’s this school year and were the state winners in the Horiculture Judging CDE and earned second place in the dairy evaluation and third in soils evaluation.

The National Weather Service has issues a hazardous weather outlook for portions of northern Indiana. Scattered and numerous thunderstorms are expected from late this morning through the evening. Thunderstorms could be severe in the evening, with heavy wind gusts. Hail is also possible. Heavy downpours could add to flooding issues already affecting the area. Additionally, …read more.

Tippecanoe Valley High School is a special blend of communities. Hosting students from both Kosciusko and Fulton counties, the school is a unique combination of towns. TVHS recently had the chance to celebrate the diversity of their student body’s skills thanks to grants from Kosciusko REMC and NIPSCO. With a combination of grants totaling around …read more.

The history of the world’s most ubiquitous writing instrument is a rocky chronicle of manufacturing and design skips, smears and blotches. The great-granddaddy of the ballpoint pen was John Loud, a Harvard-trained attorney and inventor seeking an instrument for writing on leather products. The only available technology, the fountain pen, was inadequate for the task, …read more.

Multi-Township Emergency Medical Service, a private emergency medical service, has not signed any agreement or made a decision with any company regarding a possible merger. There has been a meeting called to discuss such a merger with Community Health Systems. The meeting, which is for the board of directors and membership board, is set for …read more.

By AARON ROVENSTINE Kosciusko County Sheriff This month’s question for “Ask Sheriff Rovenstine” is about the county jail. “How many inmates does the county jail hold and how many inmates are incarcerated?” That’s a very good question and one I’m asked frequently, but before the answer to that question, let me give you a little …read more.

There will be 16 young ladies vying for the title of 2015 Queen of Lakes at this year’s North Webster Mermaid Festival. The 2015 Queen of Lakes pageant will be at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 27, in the North Webster Community Center. The pageant is sponsored by the North Webster Lioness and Lions Clubs and …read more.

Robert Wayne Pundt, 43, 316 E. Washington St., North Webster, has been arrested and charged with strangulation and battery following a June 2 incident. Pundt was booked in the Kosciusko County Jail Monday evening. He is being held on a $5,000 surety bond and $1,000 cash bond. The strangulation charge is a level 6 felony. …read more.

A new local business is getting a little “juicy” in Winona Lake. The business, called 47 Twelve after a passage in Ezekiel, has opened in the Garden at Cerulean and is offering a new take on local beverages. According to Owner Eric Wolfe, the business offers a variety of health conscious flavors, utilizing as many …read more.

The Kosciusko County Highway Department has issued an updated list of road closures, due to high water. Only one road, CR 400E between SR 14 and CR 1000S, has been reopened since Tuesday morning. Road closed signs and cross bucks have been placed at those roads. Roads currently closed are: CR 550S between SR 15 …read more.

An investigation has been launched by Noble County Sheriff’s Department after the discovery of a man found dead in a cornfield Tuesday, June 16, near CR 1200W, south of CR 550N, northeast of Syracuse. According to a report filed by Noble County Sheriff’s Department, police received a welfare check around 11:44 p.m. for a man, …read more.

The Mentone Town Council met at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 16, to discuss its budget for the upcoming year. The council suggested a few places to cut funds if its budget is over too much at the official budget meeting next month. Overall the general budget was increased $30,000 from last year’s budget. Last year …read more.

The Winona Lake Town Council adopted two ordinances at its June 16 meeting. Both ordinances were introduced at the council’s May meeting. Ordinance 2015-5-1 clarifies enforcement of park rules and regulations, especially those pertaining to the new splash pad at the Limitless Park. It also establishes guidelines for police enforcement of park rules. The ordinance …read more.

[weaver_youtube R0SJUrisSiE rel=8]   Four occupants in the residence at 1306 Oriole Drive, Warsaw, along with several dogs, escaped without injury when a garage caught fire late Tuesday evening, June 16. Warsaw-Wayne Township Fire Department received a call at 11:22 p.m. of a garage fire, with a vehicle still inside. Warsaw-Wayne Township Fire Chief Mike …read more.

Kosciusko Community Hospital will soon see a new addition indicative of Warsaw’s title as the “Orthopedic Capital.” A new joint replacement center will soon open to the public at the hospital. According to a letter sent by Kim Finch, chief nursing officer at KCH, the Orthopedic Center will provide patients with an opportunity to achieve …read more.

Minor injuries are being reported in a two-vehicle accident on CR 1000E (East County Line Road) near CR 1250N, on the north side of Lake Wawasee, Syracuse. The accident occurred around 11:18 a.m. today, Tuesday, June 16. According to information at the scene, one vehicle was traveling southbound on East County Line Road, and crossed …read more.

At its June 16 meeting, approved requests from Area Plan Commission, Kosciusko County Highway Department and several other items on the agenda. Early in the meeting, Kosciusko County Emergency Management Director Ed Rock made a statement regarding the recent storms and ensuing floods. “There’s a bunch of water that’s come down,” he said. “There’s a …read more.

Have you attended or participated in a special event such as Joe’s Kids 5K or Empty Bowls or even a First Friday? There is a possibility your photograph could have been taken during the event. New event photos are continually available on our Area Photos posts on InkFreeNews.com. The number of photos appearing in Area …read more.

Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee met Monday night and discussed the Eli Lilly Road trail widening project. The committee has received a couple of donations for the widening project, including one for $1,000. “We have a long way to go,” said Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee Executive Director Megan McClellan. So far, $1,600 in donations have been received. It …read more.

Richard Dobbs was honored as the Veteran of the Month at the Kosciusko County Commissioners’ June 16 meeting. Dobbs was drafted into the US Army in May 1951. He went through basic training at Fort Chaffee in Arkansas. He was shipped to Korea in November 1951 attached to the 64th Tank Battalion, Third Infantry Division. …read more.

At 11:32 a.m. Monday, June 15, emergency personnel responded to an accident located at East US 30 and South CR 325E, Warsaw, that left a car overturned on US 30. According to an accident report filed by the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, a vehicle driven by Christopher L. Mort, 32, of Pierceton, was northbound on …read more.

It’s time again for beautiful queens, adorable cutie children, great food, rides and family enjoyment at the annual North Webster Mermaid Festival, June 24-27. The 70th annual event is sponsored once again by the North Webster Lions Club, and provides four days of community-focused activities and entertainment. Pre-festival activities will include the Shoop Sports and …read more.

The Claypool Town Council held its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Monday, June 15, at the Claypool Lions Club Building. The council scheduled an open administrative budget meeting for 4:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at the Lions Club Building. The council decided to postpone some issues for next month’s meeting due to lack of information …read more.