WARSAW — A dream of a third fire station for Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory is one step closer after WWFT board members approved an agreement with MartinRiley, Fort Wayne, Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 6. Originally estimated at $4,470,160 in January, the cost has been reduced to $3,623,852 for a smaller station. The agreement will go before the Warsaw Board of Works Sept. 16 for action.

WARSAW — Plans on how to utilize $1,440 million on streets in Warsaw was presented by Jeff Beeler, public works superintendent, during Tuesday evening’s Warsaw Common Council meeting. The presentation included the methods to improve roads, costs per district and the blueprint with road grades to be used now and through the future.

ELKHART AND KOSCIUSKO COUNTIES — The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that bridge maintenance is scheduled to begin on SR 15, in various locations within Elkhart and Kosciusko counties, on Thursday, Sept. 8, weather permitting. Work will include bridge joint and bridge deck repairs in the following locations: SR 15 over the CSX Railroad tracks …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Commissioners met for a short meeting Tuesday, Sept. 6. The first order of business was presented by County Auditor Michelle Puckett regarding the retirement line item for the fiscal budget for 2017. In the original approved Council budget, there was a reduction in retirement benefits for the Sheriff’s department. After …read more.

PIERCETON — Knowledge on the benefits and management of cover crops continues to grow.  To learn the latest on this important topic and to see extensive field plots, plan on attending a Cover Crop Field Day from 9 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. on Sept. 20, at the JA Scott Farm, 6281 E Van Ness Road, …read more.

FORT WAYNE — The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that herbicide treatments are scheduled for various counties throughout INDOT’s Fort Wayne District, beginning Tuesday, Sept. 7, weather permitting. Motorists may encounter slow-moving vehicles on state and federal roadways (listed below), as crews work to spray more than 4,000 acres of state right-of-way for invasive/noxious. With …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Board of Works met for a very brief meeting on Friday, Sept. 2. Business consisted of approving various grants for the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department, change orders, pay applications, new hire approvals and travel requests. Two separate grants were approved for the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department. The first grant …read more.

WARSAW In observance of Labor Day, offices for the City of Warsaw will be closed Monday, Sept. 5.  Monday’s trash route will be picked up on Tuesday, Sept. 6.  All other routes will remain the same. WINONA LAKE Town of Winona Lake offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 5, in observance of Labor Day.  …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Change orders and construction progress were the talk of the evening for the Lakeland Regional Sewer District board during the regular monthly meeting held at the North Webster Community Center.

BOURBON — The Bourbon Police Department is hosting a basic handgun safety class from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday Sept. 17. Residents that are interested can pick up an information packet at the town clerks office, 104 E. Park Ave. Participants must be at least 18 years old and have an Indiana handgun license. …read more.

WARSAW — As of Wednesday, Aug. 31, the Victory Hotel, located at 223 W. Jefferson St., Warsaw, remains infested with maggots, cockroaches and bedbugs. During trash pick-up on Wednesday, City of Warsaw Street Department workers noticed the dumpsters were crawling with cockroaches, maggots, bed bugs and flies. “This is just a constant problem with this location,” mentioned …read more.

INDIANA — Whether it’s new or used, buying a car is one of the most complex and expensive purchases you can make. It’s great to get a good deal, but doing a little homework and research can go a long way to avoid problems with future vehicle purchases. Read the helpful tips below to learn …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Indiana State Police will conduct a sobriety checkpoint in Kosciusko County during the evening hours of Friday, Sept.2. The checkpoint will run in conjunction with the Operation Pull Over Period Blitz #87, “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.” The Indiana State Police has partnered with approximately 250 law enforcement agencies statewide …read more.

  KOSCIUSKO COUNTY  —  K21 Health Foundation funded the purchase of tower gardens for both Warsaw Community Schools and Lakeland Christian Academy. The gardens give students the opportunity to learn about the process of growing fresh fruits and vegetables and how eating fresh, healthy produce impacts physical health. Patti Goldsmith, a teacher at Lakeland Christian …read more.

WARSAW — While Hacienda ads have been known to cause controversy, enough backlash from an ad has caused Hacienda to request restaurants to replace one particular billboard. Located on State Road 15 in Warsaw, Hacienda has a billboard with the phrase, “Best Mexican food this side of the wall” seemingly referencing comments made by Republican …read more.

[weaver_youtube oz6GXujzmGg rel=0]   WARSAW — Ernie Wiggins, Warsaw, was elected Tuesday evening, Aug. 30, at the Republican caucus of Kosciusko County Third District County Council Precinct Committeemen. There were 13 of the 19 eligible precinct committeemen present to cast ballots. He was opposed for the position by Joshua Finch, Warsaw. Kosciusko County Republican Chairman …read more.

SYRACUSE — The two at-large seats up for election on the Wawasee Community School Corp. Board will be contested races. Three additional individuals filed their candidacies prior to the noon deadline Friday, Aug. 26. The result is races in both District 1 (Tippecanoe Township) and District 2 (Turkey Creek Township). No candidate filed from District …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Democrats held an opening ceremony for their new Warsaw headquarters, located at 212 S. Lake St. on Tuesday evening, Aug. 30. Candidates for the Democratic ticket were present at the ribbon cutting, including Lynn Coleman, Democratic candidate for Congress, Dee Moore, Democratic candidate for Indiana State House of Representatives District 18 and …read more.

LAKE WAWASEE — Chris Leeuw, a life-long Wawasee resident, is hosting an event to spread the word about NeuroHope and accept donations to provide therapy equipment. This will also be an opportunity for individuals to hear Leeuw’s inspirational story.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster/Tippecanoe Township Fire Chief Jeremy Likens is on vacation. A number of firefighters who walked out Thursday, Aug. 25, have returned, others remain uncertain. A release was issued today by North Webster/Tippecanoe Township Battalion Chief Christopher Francis. It states: “On behalf of the membership of the North Webster/Tippecanoe Township Fire Department …read more.

MILFORD — Milford is among 121 Northern Indiana cities, towns and counties receiving funds from the Indiana Department of Transportation as part of the state’s Community Crossings matching grant fund. The town received $41,911.62 for use in road surfacing, bridge rehabilitation, road reconstruction and Americans with Disabilities Act compliance in connection with road projects. “Northern …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A social media post stating there would be a protest in front of Tippecanoe Township Trustee Steve Ward’s business at 10 a.m. this morning, Aug. 29, did not come to fruition. The business is located on SR 13, downtown North Webster.

IRISH LAKE — A gathering of a few friends in the home of Mike and Sandi Brill, 49 EMS B40A Lane, Warsaw, was held Saturday afternoon, Aug. 27, to hear about the lakes, The Watershed Foundation’s approach to solving water-quality problems and how individuals can make a difference.

NORTH WEBSTER — A letter from the Tippecanoe Township Advisory Board has been received noting it is still investigating the events that have occurred within the North Webster/Tippecanoe Township Fire Department. “The statutory duties of the board include approving the annual budget, serving as a board of finance and approving township contractual agreements. The township board …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Earlier reports North Webster Fire Chief Jeremy Likens had resigned from his position, have been clarified by the chief. He has not resigned, but is asking for consideration of two weeks vacation while this matter is investigated and a resolution reached. Likens provided the following statement: “First of all, as the fire …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Word has been received North Webster Fire Chief Jeremy Likens has resigned. While Likens has not confirmed the action, his turnout gear was seen this morning among other firefighters who have left the department.

WARSAW — David Kolbe, Kosciusko County Democratic Party chairman, announces the Kosciusko County Democratic Party will be opening its campaign headquarters beginning Monday, Aug. 29. The headquarters is located
in the Old Train Depot office complex, 212 S. Lake St., Warsaw.

CLAYPOOL — The Kosciusko County Coroner’s Office has released the names of the victims involved in yesterday’s tragic house explosion near Claypool, Indiana. Kosciusko County Coroner Anthony Ciriello stated this morning that the fatal victim from yesterday’s residential explosion at the address of 4678 South, County Road 450 West, Claypool, was Kay A. Justis, 68.  …read more.

1st Sgt. Chad D. Hill Public Information Officer CLAYPOOL — One person is dead and another is in critical condition following an afternoon house explosion in southwestern Kosciusko County. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputies and emergency personnel responded today at approximately 3:45 p.m. to a report of a possible house explosion in the 4600 block of south, …read more.

CLAYPOOL — Crews responded to a call of a house explosion on South CR 450W, Claypool around 4 p.m. this afternoon. The call was made by neighbors, who heard a loud boom and felt their house shake. Upon searching for the source of the sound, the neighbors discovered the house was completely destroyed. The Kosciusko County …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — As of 3 p.m. today close to one-half of the 48 North Webster/Tippecanoe Township Fire and EMS personnel had walked out. This includes volunteer, part-time and full-time employees. More are expected this evening. Those who have walked out thus far have a combined 210 years of firefighting experience. At this time fire …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Kosciusko County is among the 121 northern Indiana communities to receive road and bridge funding from the Indiana Department of Transportation. Combined, the communities are receiving $51 million through the State’s Community Crossings matching grant fund. Kosciusko County accepted the award for $997,028 today, Thursday, Aug. 25. Members of the INDOT Fort Wayne district personally delivered the …read more.

UPDATE: As of 6:50 p.m., the tornado warning has been cancelled.  KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a tornado warning for southern Kosciusko County until 7 p.m. The warning, issued at 6:32 p.m., was declared for Wabash County, Whitley County and southeastern Kosciusko County. According to the National Weather …read more.

SYRACUSE — During a special meeting Tuesday, Aug. 23, in Syracuse the Wawasee school board spent more time discussing other business than talking about the 2017 budget. The meeting was the second of two budget workshops as the new fiscal year approaches.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Republican Chairman Mike Ragan has announced the Republican headquarters for Kosciusko County is now open. The headquarters is at 103 E. Center St., Warsaw.

INDIANAPOLIS – The three major candidates for governor of Indiana have expressed their interest in participating in three debates the Indiana Debate Commission is organizing. The first is scheduled for Sept. 27 at Lawrence North High School in Indianapolis. In keeping with the IDC’s motto of “Putting Voters First,” members of the public are invited …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — County and local law enforcement agencies participating in the Kosciusko County DUI Taskforce will continue to conduct roving patrols and sobriety checkpoints during the month of August.  This project is made possible through grants received by the Governor’s Council on Impaired and Dangerous Driving. DUI Taskforce Indiana is a year long statewide project …read more.

WARSAW — A ceremony and parade will be held to remember the events taken place on 9-11. The ceremony will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11 at the 9-11 memorial in front the Center Lake Pavilion. The ceremony is titled, “The Day America Cried.” The ceremony will incorporate various groups and people in …read more.

It was a tale of two budgets at the Monday, Aug. 22, special meeting of the Turkey Creek Township fire board. The first budget to be considered was the fire territory’s $1,653,535 operations budget, which sailed through to unanimous approval without a word of discussion. The equipment replacement fund, however, hit a significant snag and …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Council met Monday evening, Aug. 22, for the first in a series of hearings for the 2017 budget. While several of the funds remained the same, changes were made to others. In several cases, council members asked for clarification as to why a certain requested budget was higher from what …read more.

SYRACUSE — The rain moved on and the sun came out just in time for the Wawasee Property Owners annual dinner meeting on the SS Lilly Pad Saturday evening, Aug. 20.

INDIANA — Forty-eight roadside inspectors representing jurisdictions across North America gathered in Indianapolis, on Aug. 12 to compete in the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) 24th annual North American Inspectors Championship (NAIC), the only event dedicated to testing, recognizing and awarding commercial motor vehicle inspector excellence. Each year, CVSA recognizes the best of the best by …read more.

WARSAW — “I wouldn’t be for it if it was to vacate (the alley). The agreement is full of protection for the city … I do feel bad that the council members here are not for it … My own brother thought it was a good idea,” said George Clemens.

WARSAW — Sinkhole opens during road construction on Fort Wayne Street on Friday, Aug. 19 due to a failure of sanitary pipes. City engineer James Emans states this is, “Not a major problem,” but Fort Wayne Avenue will be closed to through traffic at least through the weekend. Emans indicated he was unsure if the …read more.

MARSHALL COUNTY — The Marshall County Emergency Management Agency is asking anyone who suffered flood or storm damage to their residence or business (located in Marshall County), to report it by calling (574) 936-3740. The agency is collecting this information in order to see if the county meets the threshold requirements to be able to apply for …read more.

INDIANA —Hoosiers were hit hard by storms this week. If your home or property has been damaged, beware of home improvement scammers who may be looking to prey on your situation and swindle you into paying for shoddy, overpriced or unneeded work. Storm chasers are door-to-door home repair scammers who victimize people by urging immediate …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Canoeists may remember traveling down the Tippecanoe River years ago. It was an incredible experience. Wanting to share that adventure with the new generation, however, has not been possible the last 10-20 years. Log jams have hindered easy navigation down the river. Until now. Efforts to clear the 30 miles of Tippecanoe …read more.

WARSAW — After the normal Warsaw Park Board meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 16 the board remained for a public post Stellar meeting. After not receiving the Stellar designee, the Warsaw Parks Department has decided to move on with their projects by applying for grants. The particular grant discussed during the Tuesday meeting was a community …read more.

SYRACUSE — The two at-large seats on the Wawasee Community School Corp. Board of Trustees are up for election in November. The seats are currently held by Mike Wilson and Don Bokhart. Residents within any of the school corporation’s three districts, over the age of 18, are eligible to seek a position on the school …read more.

SYRACUSE — Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District held an unusually brief monthly meeting on Monday, Aug. 15. Though no public members were present, the board was thrilled to hear that the large S.W.A.P (South Shore-Waco Drive Area Project) continues to run smoothly and all items are on or ahead of schedule. The project will complete the …read more.

WARSAW — Lutheran Health Network/KCH recently presented a $3,000 check to the Cancer Care Fund of Kosciusko County. Kosciusko Community Hospital, a corporate gold sponsor, will also be the title sponsor for the Freaky 5K Family Halloween Run/Walk Oct. 29.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Town Council was introduced to its newest police officer at its monthly meeting Tuesday, Aug. 16, at the North Webster Community Center. Police Chief Greg Church noted, “Dan is experienced as he has served as a reserve officer with Kosciusko County and Syracuse. He will attend the Indiana Police Academy beginning in November for four months. We welcome him to the force.”

LEESBURG — Kip Tom, Leesburg, chief executive officer of Tom Farms LLC, has been appointed to Republican presidential candidate Donald J. Trump’s new Agricultural Advisory Committee. “I had been given a hint a few weeks back, that I would get a call,” said Tom. “The biggest thing, there are 64 people — governors, ag secretaries, …read more.

WARSAW — During the Aug. 16 Warsaw Park Board meeting, the board revisited the idea of a no smoking ordinance in the parks and the possibility of an ice rink. During the July 19 Park Board meeting, the board passed a motion to not approve a recommendation to the city council. After further review of the …read more.

WARSAW — A number of properties were discussed during The City of Warsaw Department of Code Enforcement meeting on Monday, Aug. 15. The first property discussed was 1017 E. Fort Wayne St. The property was originally brought up as a demolition, but Dalrymple wishes to create four rental units inside the property. Property owner Sherri Dalrymple, Shafer …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee heard Monday, Aug. 15, the Eli Lily Road widening project is nearly completed. Megan McClellan, director, said the cost of the project increased but she is still continuing to get donations. “It looks good. It’s done and drainage is in,” she said. “It looks fantastic.” Pulver Asphalt and Paving are …read more.

CLAYPOOL — The Claypool town council held a lengthy meeting yesterday, Monday, Aug. 15. Resident Beth Brewer, along with her attorney Scott Reust, presented a petition to vacate the alley behind Brewer’s residence. Brewer wanted the one-way alley behind her residence to be vacated of public traffic. She mentioned that the noise in the alley was the main …read more.

WARSAW — The first look at departments proposed budgets within the city of Warsaw was taken by members of the Warsaw Common Council Monday evening, Aug. 15. The overall 2017 proposed budget total is $29,566,224, up $1,611,530 from the 2016 proposed budget. A 5.45057 percent increase.

INDIANA — State Sen. Randy Head (R-Logansport) congratulated three local farms that recently received Hoosier Homestead Awards at the Indiana State Fair. The Hoosier Homestead Award Program recognizes families that have made significant contributions to Indiana agriculture. The program, instituted in 1976, recognizes the impact these family farms have made to the economic, cultural and …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The second annual Indiana Conference on Citizenship will take place from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 7, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, at the JW Marriott, Indianapolis. This year’s event is in partnership with the Indiana Bicentennial Commission and will include the release of the Bicentennial Visioning Project’s book on 50 …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Michael Ragan, Chairman of the Kosciusko County Republican Central Committee has called a caucus of District 3 committeeman and women to fill the vacancy on the Kosciusko County Council for 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 30. The caucus will take place in the old courtroom in the county courthouse. The caucus is to elect a new …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Effective today, Aug. 12, Brad Tandy has resigned from the Kosciusko County Council after 22 years of service. Tandy submitted his resignation letter yesterday, which was read at the council meeting by Kosciusko County Council President Bob Sanders. “I regretfully tender my resignation from Council after 22 years of service,” read the resignation …read more.

WARSAW — During the regular meeting for the Kosciusko County Redevelopment Commision, held Thursday, Aug. 11, George Robertson, Kosciusko Economic Development Corp. president, gave a detailed infrastructure report to the commission. Part of his report was a corporate survey that addressed infrastructure. The survey listed available skilled labor, highway access and quality of life as the most …read more.

INDIANA — In an ongoing effort to protect Hoosiers from phone scams, Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller urges people to recognize and avoid certain area codes and phone numbers that are commonly used by scammers. Zoeller also reminds Indiana residents to sign up for the state Do Not Call list online or by calling 1-888-834-9969 …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Korean War, 63 years ago, from June 25, 1950, to July 27, 1953, is a forgotten war and its veterans also are often forgotten. But not in Kosciusko County. It is estimated there are close to 80 Korean War veterans residing in the county.

WINONA LAKE — Artists are now invited to submit proposals for one or more of the six new public art installations along the new Greenway Extension in Winona Lake. The deadline for submission of proposals is Saturday, Oct. 1, and the project is open to all practicing, professional artists residing in the U.S., although preference …read more.

WARSAW — A preliminary plat in Cook subdivision for Habitat for Humanity received approval at the monthly meeting of the Warsaw Plan Commission Monday, Aug. 8. The final plat, however, resulted in extensive discussion and will be brought back for approval at a later date. The area is located at Godman and Columbia streets.

NORTH WEBSTER — Recently, The Watershed Foundation assisted in writing the grants that were awarded $45,000 to both the Whitley and Kosciusko county Soil and Water Conservation Districts from the Indiana Division of Fish & Wildlife through the Lake and River Enhancement program for land treatment projects.

WARSAW — Emily Moore is more than just a home health aide at Kosciusko Home Care and Hospice Inc. While she has been an aide for the past 31 years, she also has served her community in other ways. Moore grew up in Pittsburgh, Pa. Moore’s mother died when she was 10 years old. As …read more.

SYRACUSE — Two days before the start of the 2016-17 school year, the infrastructure put in place to be ready for the 1:1 computer initiative is mostly finished. During its regular monthly meeting Tuesday, Aug. 9, the Wawasee school board heard an update from Joy Goshert, director of instruction and curriculum for the school corporation.

WARSAW — During the regular monthly meeting of the Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals Tuesday, Aug. 9, in Warsaw, the petition for Lex Dalton was granted approval. Dalton asked for an exception to alter a previously granted petition by allowing a custom herbicide application business (seasonal) on property zoned agricultural.

Victory Hotel, located at 223 W. Jefferson St., Warsaw. WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Health Department has declared the Victory Hotel, located at 223 W. Jefferson St., Warsaw, a public health nuisance and unsafe premises. On Aug. 3, Bill Baxter, environmental scientist for the Kosciusko County Health Department, notified the owner, Kim Leasure, that cockroaches and …read more.

INDIANA — The U.S. Postal Service celebrated four birds that brighten cold winter days today, Aug. 9, by dedicating the Songbirds in Snow Forever stamps at the American Philatelic Society’s Stampshow 2016 in Portland, OR. One of the birds, the northern cardinal, is the state bird for Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia and West …read more.

The Turkey Creek Township Advisory Board Monday, Aug. 8, approved a request for $36,360 in additional appropriations to pay for the chassis for the fire territory’s new ambulance. The vehicle is scheduled to be delivered next month. The money will be taken from the township’s rainy day fund. Township Trustee Barb Griffith reported the rainy …read more.

The Turkey Creek Fire Territory executive board will meet at 6:45 p.m. Monday, Aug. 22, to finalize the 2017 budget for submission to the Syracuse Town Council. The location is to be determined. Board President Kim Cates scheduled the special meeting in response to a request by other board members at the Monday, Aug. 8, …read more.

MILFORD — Milford’s town council meeting held Monday, Aug. 8, at town hall was supposed to include a representative of Norfolk Southern Railroad to field residents questions about the company’s offer to pay the town around $19,000 in exchange for the closure of one of Milford’s crossings, notably the unguarded crossing on Emeline Street. The …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS—The Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) has been awarded more than $3.6 million from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) over the next five years to protect Hoosiers from Zika virus disease. The funds are being used to investigate illnesses, conduct mosquito surveillance and laboratory testing, support mosquito control and public health …read more.

MILFORD — Milford Redevelopment Commission met Monday, Aug. 8, to hear Jon Borgers, a project manager from Wessler Engineering, give his thoughts on possible upgrades to the town’s water tower. In the end, the commission chose to contribute $42,450 to cover the expense of capital improvements related to Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements. The …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER – Declaring Dixie Day Festival a success, North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce President Sue Ward, Sue’s Creations Floral & Gifts, noted during the general meeting Monday, Aug. 8, “Now it is time for the final planning for the Heart of the Harvest Fall Festival.” The meeting was held at the Tippecanoe Township Building large meeting room, a change of venue for the organization.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Kosciusko County Traffic Safety Partnership announced today its participation in the national and statewide 2016 Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over enforcement mobilization occurring Aug. 12 through Sept. 5. Officers will join more than 250 state and local law enforcement agencies and thousands more across the country, to conduct high-visibility patrols encouraging drivers …read more.

MILFORD — A new 6-inch natural gas line, to be installed at TruHorizons, Milford, may result in a rotten egg odor in the area. The work is expected to take place between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9.

WARSAW — A large crowd gathered at the courthouse in Warsaw Saturday, Aug. 6 to rally for the legalization of cannabis. The rally, held by Higher Fellowship, was the ninth out of 92 rallies to be held in Indiana. Warsaw resident Breon Jones co-hosted the event. “This turnout shows that we are fighting for something,” said …read more.

LAKE WAWASEE — The first Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation Lilly Pad Cruise, as part of its annual summer Lake Talk and Eats appears to have been a success with a boat full of people of all ages participating. The cruise combined lake history with the ecology of the lake through WACF programs and research by the Center for Lakes & Streams.

SYRACUSE — The annual meeting of the Syracuse Lake Association Saturday morning, Aug. 6, included news of a new type of algae being found on Syracuse Lake the past week.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY —In January of 1966 the Kosciusko County Historical Society was formed. One hundred sixty-five persons attended the first meeting held at the courthouse.  From that beginning fifty years ago, the society has grown to nearly 500 members and has become the caretaker of the Old County Jail (now a museum), the Chinworth Bridge …read more.

WARSAW — Requests for street closings to host private and public events and payment requests for several projects were among the topics of the Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety meeting Friday morning, Aug. 5.

WARSAW — “I have concerns, I’m thankful we’re here talking about this today and hoping we stay open (minded). Some will win, some will lose. It is an opportunity, unique, pilot, why not try it,” said Jeff Grose, board of works member. “More time is great, so we can have more discussion.”

WINONA LAKE — Grace College recently announced plans to break ground on the Dr. Dane A. Miller Science Complex at its Winona Lake campus this spring. Now, with a gift of $1 million from K21 Health Foundation, a total of $6.5 million has been raised for this project. The K21 gift was given specifically to …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The four contracted areas of the projects are quickly approaching the substantial completion date of Dec. 27, with final touches being added to each area. Contract A, bid by Selge Construction, covers Shoe Lake, Irish Lake, Sawmill Lake and part of Sechrist and Barbee lakes. Casey Erwin, DLZ project engineer, estimated this area to be 59 percent complete with the majority of laterals installed and grinder stations being placed, as well.

WARSAW — The Oakwood Cemetery Board met Thursday, Aug. 4, to discuss the budget. Oakwood Cemetery Sexton, Hal Heagy, presented the board with the 2017 budget for approval. The budget was pretty standard, but with one increase that was for 90 percent from the 2016 budget amount of $2,200 to the 2017 budget amount of …read more.

With over 700 votes tallied, Donald Trump (R) is the presumptive favorite among our readers.  Hillary Clinton (D) is the runner up narrowly passing Libertarian candidate, Gary Johnson, by a mere 22 votes.  Thirty-four votes were still undecided, and a handful of voters wrote in their choice for President.  These choices ranged from Bernie Sanders …read more.

  NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Fire Department, with a full assist from Turkey Creek Fire Territory and tanker assist from Pierceton Fire Department, are responding to a house fire at 3795 N. Barbee Road. The call was received at approximately 4:50 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4. The initial report was the fire was in the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — New grants for the care of Indiana’s water bodies totaling $1,296,000 have been awarded through the Lake and River Enhancement program in the DNR Division of Fish & Wildlife. Kosciusko County agencies received four of the 33 project grants. Grants and dollar amounts were received for: Dam removal on the Tippecanoe River …read more.

WARSAW — Michael “Mike” Ragan was elected the new Kosciusko County Republican Chair by county precinct committeemen and vice committeemen Wednesday evening, Aug. 3. Ragan received the majority of the 94 votes cast over his opponent Tressa Nichols.

With the November election approaching in three months we here at IFN are wondering which presidential candidate best represents our viewing area. Please take a second and cast your vote today. Votes will be tallied and the results will be posted Friday, August 5. All voting is completely anonymous.

WARSAW — During the regular monthly meeting of the Kosciusko County Area Planning Commission Wednesday, Aug. 3, in Warsaw, the APC recommended approval for vacation of a platted easement off Bouse Drive on the north side of Sechrist Lake in Tippecanoe Township. It is located in the second addition to the Springbrook Park subdivision. Steve Snyder, attorney representing petitioners Judd and Nancy Mason, said the small strip of acreage is not a public way but a platted easement. He added there is a state statute allowing the county commissioners to vacate platted easements.

WARSAW — Property zoned industrial near Syracuse, but which seems to be better suited zoned commercial is one step closer to being rezoned.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee’s school board held a special meeting Tuesday, Aug. 2, to swear in a new member, Don Bokhart, and give permission to advertise the 2017 budget. The board also approved two new administrative employees: Sandra Weaver, replacing Wendy Hite as the corporation’s director of special education, and Cory Schutz, Steve Wiktorowski’s replacement as …read more.

MENTONE — Mentone’s Kindergarten Readiness Center will begins its second year Aug. 8, and when the children hit the playground they will see a a greenhouse, gifted by businesses and individuals representing a community serious about early childhood education. The greenhouse is the brainchild of Ashley DuBois, a teacher at the center. “Hopefully, we’ll have …read more.

WARSAW — Proposed 2017 budgets from 10 not-for-profits were heard by Warsaw Common Council members Monday evening, Aug. 1. The meeting, due to the budget requests, began one hour earlier than normal.