by Richard Rooker Planes appeared. Bombs fell. Ships sank. Men died. Dec.7, 1941. Most Americans know the story of that “date which will live in infamy.” Many know that one armor-piercing bomb struck the U.S.S. Arizona and penetrated the ship to the level of her magazine before exploding. The collective blast of that bomb and …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Several of the 53 participating Kosciusko County Sheriff Deputies returned to the Justice Building Thursday evening, Nov. 30, to end their month-long No Shave November event.  Sheriff’s deputies, confinement officers and reserve deputies had been allowed to grow beards during the month of November by Sheriff Rocky Goshert. Syracuse Police Department also participated this …read more.

MENTONE — The Mentone Town Council approved funds for the Mentone Utilities Department to fix a transfer switch Monday night, Dec. 4, in Mentone. The department asked for funds to repair a transfer switch that automatically turns on the generator at the big lift station at station A on the highway when the power goes …read more.

WARSAW — Jennifer Whitaker, director of human resources, presented two salary related ordinances during the Warsaw Common Council meeting held last night, Dec. 4. The first ordinance presented was the Elected Official 2018 Salary Ordinance. Mayor Joseph Thallemer will be earning $2,701.24 biweekly, Clerk-Treasurer Lynne Christiansen will be earning $2,366.83 biweekly and common council members …read more.

WARSAW — Melodie Koher, president of the Lakeland Art Association, was present at the Warsaw Common Council meeting last night, Dec. 4, to propose the establishment of a fine art museum in Warsaw. According to Koher, the museum could be housed in the old city hall building at 302 E. Market St. Currently, residents have to travel at …read more.

KOSCIUSKO – The Kosciusko County Democrats will be holding a rally downtown, on the south sidewalk facing city hall at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6.  The rally will be voicing opposition to tax legislation that recently passed the U.S. House and Senate. According to the Kosciusko County Democrats, the legislation will widen the gap between …read more.

WARSAW — Two-year-old Malakai Garrett was beaten to death by Mitchell Vanryn, 27, last week. Vanryn was watching the child at a Fort Wayne residence while the mother was at work. The Allen County Coroner’s Office ruled Malakai’s death a homicide and stated the injuries “were consistent with that of multiple blows and strikes from a closed fist punch.”  …read more.

WARSAW — For almost 90 years, Optimist International has sponsored a speech contest for youth. This year, local clubs are teaming up to bring the contest to Warsaw again. The Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club and the Warsaw Noon Optimist Club are co-sponsoring this oratorical contest where local youth can win prizes and move on to …read more.

By SHELLEY MOORE Public Relations for Tippecanoe Lake Sewer Initiative LEESBURG — For more than a year, the Tippecanoe Lake Sewer Initiative has hired experts who have worked statewide in the engineering and legal details for planning and implementing sewer systems. The independent committee of residents of Tippecanoe Lake in Kosciusko County has researched legal …read more.

WARSAW — The Redevelopment Commission continues to move forward with annexing the Airport Industrial Park for sanitary sewer improvements. A transfer of funds and an engineering contract were both approved for the contract during the meeting held last night, Dec. 4. The board approved transferring a total of $290,000 into the professional services fund for …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS—Rebecca Kubacki, Syracuse, was among four people appointed to various state boards and commissions Monday by Governor Eric J. Holcomb. Kubacki, former member of the Indiana House of Representatives, was appointed to join the Distressed Unit Appeals Board. She will serve at the pleasure of the governor. This board holds hearings on petitions from both …read more.

WARSAW — Congressman Jim Banks announced that a member of his staff will visit Warsaw and Columbia City on Thursday, Dec. 7, to meet with local residents and assist Hoosiers experiencing problems with a federal agency. The representative will host office hours from 9:30 a.m. to noon at Warsaw City Hall before hosting office hours …read more.

  WARSAW — Just before 7 p.m. tonight, Dec. 4, emergency responders were called to a motorcycle, car accident at the intersection of Center and Detroit streets in Warsaw. The driver of the motorcycle was transported from the scene with injuries. Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory, Lutheran EMS and Warsaw Police Department responded to the accident.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Contestant applications are still being accepted for the Miss Kosciusko Scholarship Program. Applications for contestants in the 2018 Miss Kosciusko and Miss Kosciusko Outstanding Teen Pageant will be accepted through Friday, Dec. 22. The pageant is open to any girl age 13-14 who lives or goes to school in Kosciusko, Wabash, Huntington …read more.

SYRACUSE — Rose Home North, a residential, faith-based recovery service near Syracuse helping women struggling with substance abuse since 2006, held its first “pancakes with a purpose” breakfast Dec. 2 in an ongoing effort to bring awareness to the home and its mission. During the breakfast, guests learned about The Rose Home’s role in addressing …read more.

NAPPANEE — “We’re blessed as a community to have such great residents and businesses,” commented Nappanee Mayor Phil Jenkins, and the annual Miracle at Main and Market Parade, followed by a tree lighting ceremony, provided an occasion for the community to celebrate its blessings Saturday evening, Dec. 2. Attendees had unusually warm weather with which …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse Community Center, 1013 N. Long Dr., was as busy as Santa’s workshop Saturday, Dec. 2, as friends and families gathered to enjoy Breakfast with Santa,  featuring a pancake breakfast provided by the Wawasee Kiwanis Club, live music from the Wawasee High School Christmas Band, sleigh rides, a host of arts and …read more.

(EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the third of a series regarding the efforts to create a sewer conservancy district on Tippecanoe Lake.) LEESBURG — Opponents to the Tippecanoe Lake Conservancy District have stated during the past 22 years the water quality of Tippecanoe Lake has been tested by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Lilly Center …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Wawasee Area Conservation Foundation held its third annual Christmas tree lighting party at the Ruddell Pavilion, located on the Levinson and LaBrosse Lakes and Wetlands Educational Center property, 11586 N. SR 13, Friday, Dec. 1. Roughly 50 board members, volunteers, well-wishers and others walked up the candlelit path to celebrate the holiday …read more.

(EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the second of series regarding the efforts to create a sewer conservancy district on Tippecanoe Lake.) LEESBURG — The Tippecanoe Lake Sewer Initiative was formed almost a year ago. Through their own financial resources and raising of funds, research began. This included hiring of engineers to determine the best scenario. Opponents …read more.

WARSAW — Today, Dec. 1, the City of Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety approved the hiring of Daniel Clemens as a probationary patrol officer.  Clemens has been a reserve officer with the Winona Lake Police department for the past year and a lifelong resident of Kosciusko County.  He is currently employed by Wildman …read more.

WARSAW — With a full agenda, board members moved through multiple items during the Warsaw Board of Works meeting held this morning, Dec. 1. The board approved all of the 2018 non-profit agreements. It was noted that the Beaman Home was the only new request this year. Board Member Jeff Grose also sits on the Warsaw …read more.

WARSAW — A Bridge to Hope, a local addiction center that has recently moved into a new office at 3111 E. Center St., Warsaw, is partnering with The Bowen Center and local officials to help provide the community with resources for addicts, specifically opioid addicts, and their loved ones. From 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, …read more.

[weaver_youtube nS_IYDMda5o rel=0] LEESBURG — “Experience Matters” is the slogan Tony Ciriello, Milford, will be using in his campaign for the nomination of Kosciusko County Sheriff on the Republican ballot. Ciriello officially kicked off his campaign with a gathering of supporters Thursday evening at Tippy Creek Winery. More than 70 supporters were in attendance to …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Police Department is warning residents to be aware of a recent email scam. The email claims it is from the Supreme Court of the United States and asks the recipient for money and claims legal action will be taken if the money is not received. “A Pierceton resident dropped this off …read more.

KOSCIUSKO —  Kosciusko County Community Foundation was recently presented with a $1,200 donation to benefit The Smithstrong Foundation Fund. The donation was presented by Glam owner Michelle Smith LeDrew. The donation represented proceeds, after expenses, from Flight #G3 The Fashion Gala, Glam’s 3rd anniversary fundraiser for the Smithstrong Foundation Fund. The event was held on Nov. …read more.

(EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the first in a series regarding the efforts to create a sewer conservancy district on Tippecanoe Lake.) LEESBURG — Confusion and questions have arisen following Tippecanoe Lake Sewer Initiative’s attempt to form a lake conservancy district. A sewer initiative was formed by a small committee of residents on Tippecanoe Lake who …read more.

WARSAW — The City of Warsaw has announced the final week for loose leaf pick-up.  Leaves can be raked to the curb or alley (not in the street) by 7 a.m. and the leaf crews will pick them up on your regular trash day the week of Dec. 4 through Dec. 8.  This will be the final …read more.

SYRACUSE — Hoosier Environmental Council and Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation will present a Kosciusko County Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation Workshop from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9. The event will be held in the Kiwanis Room of the Syracuse Community Center, North Long Drive, Syracuse. A free light breakfast will be provided for …read more.

WARSAW —  A Warsaw man plans to pay off his house and enjoy retirement after hitting the CA$H 5 jackpot.   Rick Calvert, who’s retired from the printing industry, won $1,055,000 before taxes on the CA$H 5 jackpot drawn Nov. 18. Calvert  played his own numbers, instead of opting for a Quick Pick. The winning …read more.

WARSAW — Sign-up for the annual Warsaw Toys for Tots has started this week at the old city hall building located at 302 E. Market St., Warsaw.  Sign-up is still available from 4 a.m. – 8 p.m. Nov. 29 and 30, and 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Dec. 1. You will need your ID and some form of identification …read more.

WARSAW — A joint fundraiser for Housing Opportunities of Warsaw and Kosciusko Community Senior Services will be held at noon Wednesday, Nov. 29, at the Senior Activity Center, 800 N. Park Ave., Warsaw. ‘Cruising Memory Lane’ is a luncheon event where seniors, who have been paired with volunteers, will present a vinyl fashion show by …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — At the Tuesday, Nov. 28, meeting of the Kosciusko County commissioners, Bob Ragland, Tom Van Meter, Spencer Brown, Bill Warren and John Warren spoke on behalf of Friends of Tippy, an organization comprised of Tippecanoe Lake residents who are perturbed about the potential establishment of a conservancy district around the Tippecanoe Lake area. Ragland …read more.

WARSAW — Graycraft Signs, Warsaw, presented two variance requests at the Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals meeting held Monday, Nov. 27. Graycraft Signs requested a variance to permit two internally illuminated monument signs within an R-1 zoning district at Warsaw Community High School, 1 Tiger Lane, Warsaw. The proposed sign would be in the same …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw is a giving community. Since 2014, the Warsaw community has come together to provide over three million meals to the Feed My Starving Children organization in just three years. Some of these meals were also used in the relief efforts in the aftermath of hurricane Matthew. The community has been able to …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee discussed a new project and the possibility of bike rentals at the Monday evening, Nov. 27, meeting. A new trail is being proposed along Syracuse-Webster Road. Commonwealth Engineers has completed the engineering designs for the proposed trail along the west side of Syracuse-Webster Road. The company has submitted the designs …read more.

MENTONE — American Legion Post 36 visited Mentone Elementary to do a presentation on the American Flag Monday morning, Nov. 27. Students learned a great deal about the United States Flag from its history to how to respect it. Post 36 performed the folding of the flag and read what each fold meant. Students watched …read more.

MILFORD — At approximately 7:40 p.m. Monday, Nov. 27, Leesburg Fire Department was called to assist Milford Fire Department at a residential fire on Catherine Street in Milford. The home did sustain some smoke damage although the fire was contained to the kitchen area. No injuries were reported. No further information is available at this …read more.

WINONA LAKE  —  Looking for a fun way to get some exercise and help put an Automatic External Defibrillator in all the patrol cars at the Bremen State Police Post? It’s as easy as signing up to be part of the 5K Family Fun Run that will be held starting at noon Nov. 30, at …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The holiday festivities continued this weekend as crowds flocked to the Village of Winona for some Christmas fun Saturday evening, Nov. 25, in Winona Lake. Families came out to watch the lighting of the town’s Christmas tree but not until first enjoying some sweet treats, warm drinks, fires and entertainment. Children were …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department is once again setting up a holiday light display at Central Park in Warsaw for the 2017 holiday season. The display will be lit from 4 p.m. until midnight starting Friday, Dec. 1, and ending Sunday, Dec. 31. This year there will be rope light fixtures as well …read more.

PIERCETON —  Pierceton Woods Academy held their own Thanksgiving celebration this week, which included preparing and enjoying a traditional Thanksgiving meal. Residents also created a ‘Thankful Wall’ where they shared what they are grateful for this year. Many of the responses included having a place to live, appreciation for staff and feeling safe. Due to …read more.

WARSAW — Local youth will now have the opportunity to learn about the farm, the fork and everything that happens in between. Youth will not only learn about where their food comes from, they will also learn how to prepare it properly through the new Young Chefs program and Farm to Table cook-off. Participants will …read more.

KOSCIUSKO – Kosciusko County parents of four-year-olds have a new opportunity to get their children free, full-day preschool, thanks to a pilot initiative called On My Way Pre-K. Kosciusko County will begin offering free preschool in January. Enrollment is happening now. A limited number of spots are available at participating preschools in Mentone, Milford, North …read more.

  WARSAW —  Kosciusko County Relay for Life Event Leadership Team member Brian Spangle, Leesburg, and American Cancer Society Lakeshore Division Community Development Manager Wendy Mang attended the Warsaw Parks & Recreation board meeting Tuesday, Nov. 21, to make a request regarding the 2018 Kosciusko County Relay for Life event in Warsaw. After informing board …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The operator of the ORV was released with minor injuries and is now recovering at home. The passenger of the ORV who was seriously injured in the accident succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead on Monday, Nov. 20, by the Allen County Coroner’s Office. No autopsy will be performed, and the …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The lake in Winona has taken a drastic overhaul over the last few decades, and the revenue it generate suggests it’s looking pretty good. Lilly Center for Lake and Streams Director Dr. Nate Bosch informed the Winona Lake board of all that has been accomplished over the last hundred of years Tuesday …read more.

WARSAW —Rebecca Bazzoni, executive director for Joe’s Kids was recently notified that the Dekko Foundation has awarded Joe’s Kids a $25,000 matching grant for operational support.  “We feel very blessed that the Dekko Foundation believes in our mission and understands our dedication and passion for our kids,” Bazzoni stated. This grant is a matching dollar …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Town Council barreled through its business at the regular monthly meeting Tuesday, Nov. 21, at the North Webster Community Center. Kosciusko County Area Planning Commission Director Dan Richard presented a property to be approved for a zoning change from residential to commercial. Owned by the estate of Katherine H. White, …read more.

WARSAW — As with any assemblage of savvy historians, the collective wisdom of seven students at Warsaw Christian School yielded a perspective on Thanksgiving somewhat different from the traditional version most have come to know. The scholars included Ethan Danko, 6; Owen Hoyt, 7; Jaxon Kimes, 6; Barrett Polk, 6; Lilianna Sumpter, 6; Freya Wessels, …read more.

CROMWELL — Hurry up and wait. The board members of Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District are feeling the strain from this method as they forge ahead with a plan to reduce flow to the town of Syracuse while continuing to wait on answers to questions posed in July. On Monday evening, Nov. 20, TCRSD heard …read more.

WARSAW – In observance of Thanksgiving, the city of Warsaw offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 23 and Friday, Nov. 24.  Thursday’s trash route will be serviced on Wednesday, Nov. 22, and Friday’s route will be serviced on Monday, Nov. 27. The town of Winona Lake offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 23, and Friday, …read more.

Jones & Henry Senior Engineer John Magsam. CLAYPOOL — John Magsam, senior engineer of Jones & Henry Engineers, Ltd., Fort Wayne, was present with Jeff Hersha to give a summary of the permit updates to Claypool’s wastewater treatment plant at the Nov. 20 town council meeting. In 2016, Magsam submitted a written progress report to the …read more.

WARSAW – The Beaman Home’s Sync UP! and DoVE Outreach program manager Brandie Rex and volunteer coordinator and sexual assault advocate Tabitha Gabbard were honored to have been invited to speak at two different colleges about sexual assault. Gabbard recently educated an audience of more than 25 college students about sexual assault on Grace College’s …read more.

WARSAW — Unsafe premises at 1022 E. Market St., Warsaw were addressed during the Department of Code Enforcement’s hearing held yesterday, Nov. 20. The issue was discovered when a fire broke out on a mattress in the basement of the residence. The owner, Tina Prater, had allowed a family with children to reside in her …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace hosted its sixth annual Executive Forum Monday morning, Nov. 20, at the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center where guests heard from local business professionals as well as United States Congressman Jim Banks. Banks wrapped up the event by speaking on social media and the negative effects it has had on American politics. …read more.

WINONA LAKE —  The Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams’ 10th annual art contest, “Life at the Lake,” was a success. The artworks of 59 students are featured in the 2018 calendar, distributed by the Lilly Center. Student art depicted native water life and activities like fishing and swimming. “The art contest is open to all …read more.

WARSAW — An amended sewage rate ordinance was presented and passed during the Warsaw Common Council held last night, Nov. 20. The amendment eliminates the billing department charge for all users. Before presenting the amended ordinance, the council was asked to amend the project description. Due to bid estimates coming in lower than anticipated, it …read more.

By Trisha Steger, BAKFC Executive Officer The Builders Association of Kosciusko – Fulton Counties’ “Coats for Kids” project wrapped up its 22nd year during the week of Nov. 13. A combination of 21 “Coats for Kids” committee members and delivery team volunteers packed and delivered 486 coats to 19 elementary schools in Kosciusko, Fulton and …read more.

SYRACUSE — Five representatives from the Wawasee Community School Corporation were among more than 130 superintendents, principals, counselors and others attending a meeting Friday afternoon, Nov. 17, at Homestead High School in Allen County. The meeting was concerning a state panel’s recommendations for new pathways graduation requirements for high schools. The discussion was led by …read more.

WARSAW — The OrthoWorx Diversity Committee and Kosciusko Community YMCA today announced the launch of a new series open to the public focusing on diversity. The Diversity Discussion Series will hold its first event titled Keeping the Faith: An Examination of Religions and Their Followers from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7, at the …read more.

WINONA LAKE –  The United States Attorney for the Northern District of Indiana, Thomas L. Kirsch II, announced that Darin Devon Hurd, 25, of Winona Lake, was charged with possession with intent to distribute heroin and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.      According to documents in this case, Hurd’s girlfriend was found dead …read more.

Millions of Americans will travel the nation’s highways this Thanksgiving holiday to visit family and friends. With more vehicles on the road, the chances of being involved in a crash increase greatly. Kosciusko County Traffic Safety Partnership is joining more than 230 local law-enforcement agencies across the state to spot violations to Indiana’s seat belt …read more.

AKRON — The Tippecanoe Valley High School Student Council and the American Red Cross will host a community blood drive from 7:30 a.m. to 1: 30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, in the high school gymnasium. The blood drive is open to anyone who meets the donor requirements outlined by the American Red Cross. Anyone interested …read more.

KOSCIUSKO —  Habitat for Humanity of Kosciusko County has joined #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide. It transforms how people think about, talk about, and participate in the giving season. #GivingTuesday is held annually on the Tuesday …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw’s department of public works will be closing Indiana Street from Winona Avenue to Market Street on Monday, Nov. 20.  The road closure will begin at 7 a.m. and remain closed all day for a sewer line repair.

MENTONE — Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating an off road vehicle accident that occurred at approximately 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17,  near 6005 W. Shilling Road. Two male juveniles were injured in the accident. One male juvenile, 15, Fort Wayne, was operating an ORV on private property with a second male juvenile, 16, Fort Wayne, …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Joy Lohse was honored with the 2016 Bill Reneker Community Service Award at the annual Winona Lake Community Appreciation Banquet Thursday, Nov. 16, at Westminster Hall in Winona Lake. Lohse is Director of Marketing and Public Relations at Kosciusko Community Hospital. She has been a member of the Winona Lake Town Council …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Board of Zoning Appeals heard five variances and two exceptions at its Thursday, Nov. 16, meeting. A new business was granted an exception and a variance. The owner and president of Travel Lite, Dustin Johns, requested an exception to allow recreational vehicle sales, service, and repair in an industrial 2 district with …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Criminal charges have been filed against Patrick Olson for alleged misconduct while being employed as a Community Corrections Officer at the Kosciusko County Community Correction Department. Olson is being charged with sexual misconduct by service provider, a level 5 felony, and aiding/inducing/causing escape, a level 6 felony. On Aug. 4, a female offender …read more.

WARSAW — Harrison Elementary’s fourth grade class carried food donations from the school’s annual food drive to Combined Community Services Thursday afternoon, Nov. 16. “I saw some of my former students who have kids now bringing stuff in,” said Harrison PE Teacher Scott Mehlberg, who heads up the event. “It’s going full circle. Those kids …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Treasures for Troops and The First Freewill Baptist Church of Kosciusko County will be conducting the seventh annual Stockings for Soldiers drive beginning today, Nov. 17. Once again, the community has an opportunity to send some holiday cheer to a deployed service member. To participate and fill a Christmas stocking to be sent …read more.

WARSAW — Incubacol S.A.S., a corporation established under the laws of Columbia, South America, has filed a lawsuit against CTB Inc., doing business as Chore-Time, Milford. The suit is asking for compensatory damages, prejudgment interest, costs and a jury trial on three counts. The suit was filed Nov. 14, in Kosciusko Circuit Court. The suit …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Looking to volunteer to buy gifts for clients of a nonprofit this holiday season? Check out the Cardinal Elf, a project of Cardinal Services. Cardinal is seeking members of the community to buy holiday gifts for a person with a developmental disability served by Cardinal. You will receive information about an adult served by …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko Community Senior Services and the Liberty Sewing Circle teamed up once again to offer thanks to local veterans. The Threads of Valor quilt presentation was held Wednesday, Nov.15, at the Kosciusko County Senior Center in Warsaw. Liberty Sewing Circle consists of a group of ladies from the community who create quilts, lap …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Police Department has received numerous reports of counterfeit currency being used at local stores.  The $100 bills that are being passed are either marked with “Souvenir of America” on the left side of the bill or, “FOR MOTION PICTURE USE ONLY” on the right side of the bill.  These bills have …read more.

WARSAW — Beaman Home is grateful be the recipient of $1,500 from CenturyLink employee’s annual golf outing.  Because of the generous giving in this community and of the CenturyLink employees, domestic violence victims and their children have a safe place to flee from their abuser, hot meals served three times a day, and access to …read more.

Pictured, from left, are town attorney Jay Rigdon, vice president Kevin Smith, Keith Claassen and clerk-treasurer Laura Baker. ETNA GREEN — Winona Powder is moving forward with its abatement, holding a public hearing at Etna Green’s town council meeting Nov. 14. The abatement was discussed at last month’s meeting. There was no public comment. The …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse Lions Club annual Christmas tree sale will begin at Shopko on Thanksgiving and will continue until all the trees are gone. A large selection of Scotch Pine Trees for $25 and a select group of Fraser Fir Trees for $50 will be available. Shop early for the best selection and remember that …read more.

Around 40 people attended the meeting in support of the Warsaw Flying Club. WARSAW — The Warsaw Flying Club was facing potential eviction going into the Warsaw Board of Aviation Commissioner’s Nov. 14 meeting. Around 40 people packed the small board room to show support for the club. At last month’s meeting, airport manager Nick …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The adage from the movie “Field of Dreams,” to “build it and they will come,” is the hope of the Barbee Lakes Property Owners Association. Near the tip of a peninsula on Irish Lake, a 35-foot pole was erected Tuesday morning, Nov. 14. At the top of the pole is the base …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Chris Rager, a lifelong Kosciusko County resident and member of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, is the fourth person to announce his candidacy for the sheriff’s race in the May primary. “Win or lose, I’m going to make whomever wins, earn it. I want them to make sure they want to have …read more.

SYRACUSE — Reports were a major part of the regular monthly meeting of the Wawasee school board Tuesday evening, Nov. 14, in Syracuse. Shawn Johnson, who provides testing and other data for the school corporation, gave a report on the fall results of the Northwest Evaluation Association testing for grades kindergarten through eighth. Fall NWEA …read more.

WHITKO — Whitko Community School Corporation has been working together with Yager Educational Service and Look into the Future Education to further study the district and provide feedback to the Whitko Community concerning the possible reconfiguration of the buildings within the district as well as possible means of attracting students and families. In addition to …read more.

  WARSAW — Claude Shepherd, Warsaw, was honored as the November Veteran of the Month at the Kosciusko County Commissioners meeting held Tuesday, Nov. 14. Shepherd was born in Kentucky. His family moved to Indiana when he was age 2 or 3. Shepherd’s family lived in the Silver Lake area. Shepherd turned 18 on Aug. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Juvenile offenders in Kosciusko County will now have more alternatives when it comes to youth development. A swearing-in ceremony was held for the Kosciusko Cares Teen Court last night, Nov. 13.  Teen Court is a youth development program that invests youth in citizenship, and learning opportunities. Youth volunteers act as jurors, bailiffs, clerks, defense …read more.

WARSAW — Due to a property line dispute, the Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals tabled a petition by Renate Runyon for three months during its regular monthly meeting Tuesday, Nov. 14, in Warsaw. Runyon’s petition had been continued from the October meeting. The petition is asking for a variance to permit construction of a …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Flying Club been awarded the 2017 Flight Training Excellence Award. This is the fourth year the local flight school has received this award in the last five years. Warsaw Flying Club also earned the distinction as the only flight school in Indiana to receive the award, and is among the top …read more.

MILFORD — At its monthly meeting Monday evening, Nov. 13, the Milford Town Council voted to study the feasibility of providing sanitary service to Camp Alexander Mack at Waubee Lake. Ryan Brauen, an engineer with Wessler Engineering, the company overseeing Milford’s sewer plant upgrades, informed the council he would need data on Milford’s collection system …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Tuesday, Nov. 14, Cary Groninger attended his first official Kosciusko County commissioner meeting since being chosen to replace the seat vacated recently by Ron Truex. Truex, who attended today’s meeting as a visitor, was called to the front of the room by Commissioner President Brad Jackson and Commissioner Vice-President Bob Conley. Jackson and …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Sheriff William “Rocky” Goshert announced today, Tuesday, Nov. 14, his intention to seek the Republican nomination for a full term in office in 2018. Goshert, who previously served two terms as sheriff from 2007 to 2015, was elevated to the position of interim sheriff after the resignation of former Sheriff Aaron …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Public Library began talks of renovating its facilities and its next steps in making the library more handicap accessible Monday afternoon, Nov. 13, at its monthly Board of Trustees meeting at WCPL. The Library took a big hit in recent months when its elevator went out, forcing its clients to walk …read more.

LEESBURG — On Monday, Nov. 13, Jeff Rowe of Umbaugh & Associates, Indianapolis, and Dennis Otten of Bose McKinney & Evans LLP, Indianapolis, attended the Leesburg Town Council meeting to discuss bond refunding opportunities. Rowe discussed the advantages of refunding town bonds, explaining that the interest rates currently being paid on the town bonds average …read more.

Turkey Creek Township Advisory Board Monday, Nov. 13, unanimously approved the 2018 fire territory salary resolution submitted by Fire Chief Mickey Scott. Next year’s salaries represent a 2 percent increase over 2017 compensation. Longevity pay increased 1 percent. Full-time employees will be paid the following for 2018: • Fire chief, $59,441 • Deputy chief, $53,821 …read more.

MENTONE — Mentone Elementary is jumping into the go green pool with some big plans. The Tippecanoe Valley School Board approved four resolutions for the Mentone Solar Project, pushing the project forward at its board meeting Monday night, Nov. 13, at Mentone. In the fall of 2014, TIppecanoe Valley School Corporation began exploring new ways …read more.

Citing an emergency call earlier this month, Turkey Creek Fire Chief Mickey Scott cautioned territory residents to be particularly aware of possible carbon monoxide poisoning in their homes and businesses. Addressing the fire board Monday, Nov. 13, Scott noted the traditional precept of changing smoke and carbon monoxide detector batteries during the semiannual time change, …read more.

WARSAW — Honors students at Ivy Tech Community College’s Warsaw Site are hosting an event for the Kosciusko County Prosecuting Attorney’s Victims Assistance Program. The event, Start by Believing, will teach about sexual assault in Kosciusko County and how to become an advocate for victims. Panelists will include representatives from the Victims Assistance Program, Beaman …read more.

WARSAW — An improv comedy show will be performed at Tourmaline in downtown Warsaw at 9 p.m. Friday Nov. 17. The event will feature Everyone’s Tiffany, the house improv team of Center Street Community Theatre based in Warsaw.   Improv is a form of comedic theater in which participants perform unscripted scenes, such as in …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce members learned invitations to the chamber’s holiday dinner and party had been mailed from committee member Stacey Cox, Pletcher Insurance. The information was presented at the regular monthly meeting held at noon Monday, Nov. 13, at the Tippecanoe Township Building. All members and their guests including …read more.

WARSAW — The Beaman Home would like to thank the City of Warsaw, Warsaw Community Development Corporation and G&G Hauling and Excavating, for the opportunity to participate in November’s First Friday dedicated to giving back to the community.  Thanks to G&G Hauling’s First Friday sponsorship and donation drive, as well as the generosity of the …read more.