WINONA LAKE — This fall, Grace College welcomes four new faculty members to campus: Dr. Lindsey Richter, assistant professor of modern languages (French), Dr. Tyler Scott, assistant professor of physics, Mr. Tobias Forshtay, instructor of agribusiness and Ms. Erica Elliott, instructor of digital marketing. Richter holds a Ph.D. in French from Princeton University. She earned …read more.

By Darla McCammon Have you visited downtown Warsaw on one of its popular First Friday events? Oct. 5 is the First Friday of the month and Paula Bowman, who manages these events, has an especially memorable First Friday planned for your enjoyment this year. She is calling all artists and crafts people to help with …read more.

MILFORD — Get a library card this September and gain access to hundreds of books, audiobooks, DVDs, CDs, and more at Milford Public Library. A library card is one of the most cost-effective back-to-school supplies available. Library Card Sign-Up Month is a time to highlight the supportive role libraries and librarians play in transforming lives …read more.

WARSAW — The Lincolnway Cubmobile was held Saturday, Sept. 15, in downtown Warsaw.  The race was held on Main and Indiana streets.  The event has scouts from throughout northeast Indiana competing one-on-one in homemade race cars, vying for first place in six classes, including featherweight, bantam, middle weight, fly weight, heavyweight and unlimited. Boys and girls in grades 1-5 were …read more.

PIERCETON — A rededication ceremony was held at the Masonic Lodge in Pierceton Saturday, Sept.15. The Masonic Lodge 377, located on 1st Street, is celebrating its 150th year of service to the community. Indiana Grand Master of Masons Carl E. Culmann  and Grand Lodge officers presided over the rededication ceremony.  The current Masonic Lodge building …read more.

  SYRACUSE — A motorcyclist, who was riding a Yamaha motorcycle, was airlifted to a Fort Wayne hospital late this afternoon with non-life threatening injuries after being struck by a Ford Escape. The accident occurred on SR 13 in front of Newmarket Grocery. The driver of the Escape exited the parking lot of the grocery …read more.

WARSAW — The Beaman Home is humbled by the generosity of the community and the support of many businesses have provided over the years. One of the most active business partners for The Beaman Home is Wildman Business Group. One of the core values of Wildman Business Group is the responsibility to give back to …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Business at the Kosciusko County Redevelopment Commission quarterly meeting held Thursday, Sept. 13, focused on TIF district updates and 2019 meeting dates. To start the meeting, Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation President George Robertson delivered remarks on housing, including how student loan debt greatly affects millennials who are looking for an affordable place to …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Council approved a grant request from County Highway Superintendent Scott Tilden on Thursday, Sept. 13 that, if received from the Indiana Department of Transportation, could ease traffic issues at a railroad crossing in Milford. “It’s called the Local Trax Rail Overpass Program, that was enacted by House Bill 1002,” said …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Through the generosity of an anonymous donor, the Warsaw Performing Arts Center Endowment Fund has been established. The endowment fund is a component of the Kosciusko County Community Foundation and will generate an annual revenue stream to support the performing arts facility operated by Warsaw Community Schools. Over the years, the Performing Arts …read more.

WARSAW — Dozens of Indiana airports, including Warsaw Municipal Airport, have received millions in Federal Aviation Administration grants for various improvement projects. The FAA awarded $586 million in infrastructure grants, included in the $3.18 billion Airport Improvement Program.  Warsaw Municipal Airport was awarded $144,000 for runway rehabilitation. U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao says …read more.

UPDATE: The individual recently pictured was determined to not be involved with the incident. That male subject was able to give us a location for his whereabouts at the time Strieby was struck. His vehicle also does not contain the damage the police are looking for.  KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department would like the …read more.

SILVER LAKE — Vandalism at Rambler Park was one of the main topics of conversation at the Silver Lake Town Council meeting held Wednesday, Sept. 12. “We had a lot of people donate for that park, to have that equipment put in, for a grant match to do the pavilion,” said Silver Lake Clerk-Treasurer Tonya …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Spring is a season of warmth, joy, and new beginnings. The Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County will soon have its fresh start in a brand new facility estimated to open in spring 2019. On Sept. 11, Board President Woody Zimmerman and Executive Director Katey Wilks Zemen signed the contract to begin building …read more.

WARSAW — One student and one teacher were minorly injured after a grease fire occurred today, Sept. 13, at Warsaw Community High School. At approximately 2:15 p.m., Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory and Lutheran EMS were called to the foods lab area at the high school regarding a small grease fire. Firefighters assisted with ventilating smoke out …read more.

SILVER LAKE — Todd Ortman of EJP, Lafayette, attended the Silver Lake Town Council meeting to give information about the Sensus iPERL smart water meter and the 520M smart point radio read system. The water meters in town are approximately 18 years old, and the town hopes to be able to replace them within the next …read more.

WARSAW — Firefighters Nate Iden and Brent Fifer, from the Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory, have been deployed to North Carolina with a Swift Water Rescue Team comprised of firefighters from six other Michiana departments. The team will be aiding in rescue efforts from Hurricane Florence for the next couple of weeks. They received their first mission today, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Christopher Pezan, 23, Syracuse, died after being ejected from his vehicle during an accident that occurred early this morning, Sept. 13. Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded to a single-vehicle accident at 1:58 a.m. on East US 30, near CR 250S, Pierceton. Pezan was driving a blue Chevrolet Malibu westbound on US 30. It appeared that …read more.

INDIANA — When you receive a call or e-mail from a scammer, there is one thing they are digging for: information. Information can range from a full name, e-mail address, bank information, a credit card number and other personal descriptions. One of the most coveted pieces of information is a personal social security number, the …read more.

  SYRACUSE — Democrat District 2 House of Representatives Candidate Mel Hall made a visit in Syracuse Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 12. Hall met with about a dozen area residents during a meet and greet at Mug Shots. Hall has kicked off his Hardworking Hoosier Tour visiting various locations throughout the district during the past several …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Convention, Recreation and Visitors Commission meeting held Wednesday, Sept. 12, mainly focused on lake studies and new trails in the area. Dr. Nate Bosch, director of the Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams at Grace College, was the first to present information to the commission, starting his discussion with the …read more.

LEESBURG — Terry and Sandra Tucker of Maple Leaf Farms were awarded one of Purdue University’s highest honors on Aug. 30. The President’s Council Pinnacle Award recognizes the Tuckers’ recent $1 million gift to establish the first-ever endowed poultry science chair in Purdue’s College of Agriculture. Terry Tucker is a Purdue alumnus and CEO of …read more.

WARSAW — Business at this month’s Board of Aviation Commissioners meeting held Tuesday, Sept. 11, was brief, focusing on upcoming rehabilitation for runway 1836. Ken Ross of NGC Aviation Consultants said that 90 percent of the funds for the project are federal. The airport will also receive a grant within the next two weeks for …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County residents, law enforcement and military personnel gathered at Central Park at 6:30 p.m. today to remember the 17th anniversary of 9/11. The ceremony was organized by the Kosciusko County 9/11 Memorial Remembrance Committee and was held at the 9/11 memorial at the park. In comparison to previous years, the ceremony was …read more.

MILFORD — The impending sale of Lakeland Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Milford by parent company Trilogy Health Services has inspired Harvest with a Heart, a Milford-based non-profit, to examine ways it may be able to utilize the building, expected to be vacant by 2019. Karena Wilkinson, manager of Harvest Coffee, and Ann Schlabach, Harvest with …read more.

MILFORD — At the Sept. 10 meeting of the Milford Town Council, Ryan Brauen of Wessler Engineering informed the council renovations to the town’s wastewater plant are roughly two-thirds complete. He cited two items impeding progress: The new return activated sludge pumps are clogging frequently; however, Brauen said a new impeller should fix the problem. Also, …read more.

LEESBURG —  Recent issues with golf carts were addressed at the Leesburg Town Council meeting Monday, Sept. 10. There have been reports of golf carts being driven through town with no lights. Leesburg Street Commissioner Craig Charlton emphasized that the carts must be street worthy. “As far as the age of the drivers, that’s more of a …read more.

PIERCETON — Business at the Pierceton Town Council meeting held Monday, Sept. 10, primarily focused on a discussion regarding life insurance policies for the town’s police officers. Town Marshal Tim Sammons started the discussion by mentioning a pending criminal case involving officer Jim Bumbaugh and a gun. He stressed the importance of life insurance policies …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Kosciusko County Republican Chairman Mike Ragan has announced upcoming events for the local party. The first meeting of Young Republicans, high school age to the age of 40, will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 18, at the Republican Headquarters, 123 W. Center St., Warsaw. The meeting is open to any …read more.

WARSAW — During its regular monthly meeting Tuesday, Sept. 11, in Warsaw, the Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals granted an exception to Nicholas and Brittany Denney to allow a home based business, veggie sales, on Jefferson Street in Silver Lake. The exception also allows a greenhouse and deer processing and a variance was granted …read more.

MILFORD — Unlike recent years, the hearing of Milford’s 2019 budget, held before the monthly public meeting of the town council Monday, Sept. 10, was a well-attended affair in which Town Clerk/Treasurer Joellen Free fielded a number of questions from residents about how their tax dollars are allocated. The 2019 budget estimate is $1,855,188. The town …read more.

LEESBURG —  Monday evening, Sept. 10, at the Leesburg Town Council meeting, a bidder was chosen to complete the Leesburg town hall building renovation project. The building does not currently meet the requirements of the American Disability Act, which specifies that all public buildings be accessible by people who have a disability. Over the past …read more.

UPDATE – As of 2:15 p.m., Center Street is now reopened to eastbound and westbound traffic with a single lane restriction at Maple Avenue.   WARSAW — As of 1:20 p.m., the gas leak has been capped the evacuation order lifted. Mayor Thallemer is still on site and advises that the repair is complete and the …read more.

MENTONE — The town of Mentone is planning to crack down on unauthorized dumpster use. “It’s actually called theft of service,” said Town Marshal James Eads at the town’s regular board meeting Monday, Sept. 10. Eads, along with town board members Tim Croy, Jill Gross and Shelly Krueger and Clerk-Treasuer Barb Ross discussed people using …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Public Library Board of Trustees perused the facility’s upcoming 2019 budget at its regular meeting Monday night, Sept. 10. The board will vote on approval at an adoption meeting Oct. 15. Director Ann Zydek proposed to the board that money be moved from the operating budget to the Rainy Day …read more.

WARSAW — A gas leak has been reported on Center Street.  Center Street is currently closed between Scott and Bronson streets. Market and Main streets between Scott and Bronson streets are also closed to reduce vehicle traffic that could cause an issue with the natural gas. Please avoid the area.  Residents in the immediate area are being …read more.

SYRACUSE — Turkey Creek fire territory and township boards convened in tandem meetings Monday, Sept. 10. The township board took up the first reading of the fire territory’s 2019 proposed budget. The second reading will take place at the board’s October meeting. At the meetings, Fire Chief Mickey Scott presented his monthly report. He reported the …read more.

WARSAW — A neighborhood meeting to discuss upcoming work on phase two of the Market Street project was held last night, Sept. 10, at Warsaw City Hall. Warsaw Mayor Joseph Thallemer explained that this is a $2.4 million federal road project. The project includes new curb, pavement, sidewalk, streetlights and bump-outs for parallel parking on East …read more.

  WARSAW — The Warsaw Redevelopment Commission made progress towards combining the northern and eastern TIF districts during the meeting held Monday, Sept. 10. Randy Rompola, Umbaugh & Associates, was present to introduce two resolutions related to the process. The first resolution 2018-09-01 is a declaratory resolution. The proposed resolution expands the northern TIF district to …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce worked on future projects at its well attended meeting Monday, Sept. 10, at its office in the Tippecanoe Township Building. Plans were laid out for finalizing board of directors and officer ballots, membership dues, future Members of the Month, Third Thursday Members After Hours, 2019-20 North …read more.

SYRACUSE — It’s a typical behind the scenes infrastructure project most people won’t notice a difference even when completed. Nonetheless, it is of vital importance because equipment needs to be updated and will run more efficiently. Several heating and air handlers are being replaced in Wawasee High School in a project which began Tuesday, Sept. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Girls in Kosciusko County are invited to attend a Girl Scout open house from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 11, at the Methodist Connections Campus Building, located at 1692 W. Lake St., Warsaw. There will be displays and booths at the open house from many local troops and Girl Scouts. Girl Scouts …read more.

WARSAW — Collier’s Heating & Air Conditioning has served Warsaw since 1987 with top-level services for heating, air conditioning, and ventilation. Now in the 31st year, the business is growing along with the community and moving to 2365 North Shelby Drive, Warsaw. Collier’s history begins in 1987. Joe Collier and Ken Diekhoff bought the Lennox dealership in Warsaw and started …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Ken Seyfert, president and CEO of Grace Brethren Investment Foundation in Winona Lake, has been selected to participate at the 30th annual Christian Community Development Association national conference to be held at McCormick Place in Chicago, Ill., from Nov. 1 to 3. Seyfert will join other national businesses and religious leaders, including …read more.

WARSAW — Have you ever had uncertainty about where you should go for care when your doctor’s office is closed? When are symptoms severe enough to warrant a visit to the emergency room? According to the National Center for Health Statistics, most visits to the emergency room occur because the doctor’s office is closed. But …read more.

BLOOMINGTON — Michael Arnolt left Kosciusko County in 1962, determined to make his own mark in the world. Rather than immerse himself in an already storied family legacy, Arnolt chose a path similar to noted journalists Bob Woodward, Carl Bernstein and Veronica Guerin. “The ink still runs through my veins — when I see something, …read more.

By Ann M. Zydek, director WARSAW — Join Warsaw Community Public Library and the American Library Association in celebrating the 31st Library Card Sign-Up Month in September. This year, the national theme is “Get a Library Card and Check Out Something Incredible!” The Disney Pixar’s superhero family, the Incredibles, as honorary chairs, have teamed up …read more.

PIERCETON — Emergency officials responded to an accident involving a motorcycle on SR 13, south of CR 200N, Pierceton. The accident occurred around 1:15 p.m. today, Sept. 8. A Lutheran Air medical helicopter was called to the scene to transport an injured person. There is no further information available at this time.

SYRACUSE — For the second time in its 49-year history, the Lake Wawasee boat-in is extending its Sunday schedule by one week to accommodate the Wawasee Jazz Party. The Sunday, Sept. 9, boat-in was scheduled to coincide with that weekend’s two-day jazz fest at Oakwood, the first of its kind sponsored by Chautauqua Wawasee. Performing the …read more.

  WARSAW — During a short meeting held today, Sept. 7, the Warsaw Board of Works discussed updates for both the Rotary Park and Market Street projects. Assistant City Planner Justin Taylor recommended the board accept a $20,000 grant from the Kosciusko County Convention, Recreation and Visitor Commission. “This grant will move us one step …read more.

WARSAW — “This is a safe place.” “If it wasn’t for Isaiah 11, I’d be dead.” “The horses loved me when no one seemed to care.” “I’m so thankful for the help I got at Isaiah 11. I was so lost.” These are just a few of the comments Linda Ozier has heard from clients …read more.

WARSAW — At the Oakwood Cemetery Board of Regents meeting held Thursday, Sept. 6, Oakwood Cemetery Sexton Hal Heagy brought up the topic of future sites for a cremation garden and another Baby Land area. “The cremation garden is becoming more of a priority,” said Heagy. “We’re under 40 lots here. Lot sales are unbelievable right now.” …read more.

WARSAW — Following a years-long legal effort, Attorney General Curtis Hill prevailed this week in holding responsible for damages a public employee who bilked the city of Warsaw out of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Former Street Superintendent Lacy Francis Jr. participated in a kickback scheme involving a private contractor, Pro Form Pipe Lining Co., …read more.

WINONA LAKE — This fall, Grace College welcomes 1,625 undergraduate students and more than 400 graduate and seminary students, including Deploy – Grace’s new, contemporary seminary program launched in January. Many undergraduate students are pursuing newly created bachelor degrees including mechanical engineering, agribusiness and digital marketing. Dozens are enrolled in Grace’s new BSN program in …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — North Pointe Cinemas and Texas Roadhouse were approved for alcoholic beverage permits during today’s Alcohol and Tobacco Commission meeting. David Knoerzer, general manager of North Pointe Cinemas; Nicholas Joyner, partner with Mallers Joyner Cinemas LLC; and Laura Kaufman, attorney representing Mallers Joyner Cinemas LLC, were all present at the meeting. Knoerzer informed the …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Treasurer Mitchell spent much of August visiting 25 Public Service Answering Points throughout the state of Indiana. “Each dispatch center is unique, but a consistent thread throughout all the centers was the high caliber and commitment of the telecommunications,” commented Treasurer Mitchell. “We discussed training practices and standards, and I saw Text-to-911 in …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Global health is a growing field that addresses the challenges of an increasingly interdependent world. Manchester University is building on its strong reputation as a health science educator by adding a global health major that focuses on health issues in our nation and around the world, spanning not only national boundaries but …read more.

WARSAW — After a considerable amount of discussion, the Kosciusko County Area Planning Commission eventually voted to recommend denial of a road vacation petition by Monica Weigand during its regular monthly meeting Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 5, in Warsaw. Weigand is asking for a portion of a 24-foot wide platted roadway between 11140 and 11136 N. …read more.

*UPDATE: This severe thunderstorm warning has been cancelled.* The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for northeastern Kosciusko County until 8:15 p.m. EST. At approximately 7:52 p.m. EST, a severe thunderstorm was located over Milford and near Syracuse, moving east at 25 miles per hour. Hazards include 60 mph …read more.

WARSAW — A ribbon cutting ceremony and open house were held today, Wednesday, Sept. 5, for Groups Recover Together, located at 2194 North Pointe Drive, Warsaw.  Groups Recover Together is an outpatient treatment program that focuses on group therapy and medication assistance to treat opiate addiction. They focus on evidence-based practice, using the best parts of …read more.

Fire Station 3 is located on West CR 200S, Warsaw. (File Photo)   WARSAW — The Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory board discussed the opening of Station 3 and new equipment purchases during the meeting held Tuesday, Sept. 4. Fire Chief Mike Wilson notified the board that Station 3 will be operating very soon. “Emergency services will …read more.

WABASH — The Honeywell Foundation, in collaboration with AWS Foundation, will provide sensory friendly kits at events, available to individuals of all ages with sensory needs. The kits are designed to support individuals and families when attending events where loud noises, bright lights and unfamiliar surroundings can make it difficult to enjoy the experience. Sensory …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw approved a fiscal plan at its regular meeting of the Common Council on Tuesday, Sept. 4, for the annexation of a parcel of farm ground that city leaders hope will eventually help to bolster the town’s need for more housing. The city was petitioned by landowners Chandler and Erin …read more.

WINONA LAKE — 1st Source Bank recently presented a $10,000 check to Grace College for ongoing support of a stock ticker and data display in the school of business. The ticker and display, which are installed in the lower level of the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center where the Business School resides, allow business students to …read more.

WARSAW — A Nappanee man sustained a broken arm after a three-vehicle accident on North SR 15, near West CR 600N, Warsaw. At approximately 2:43 p.m. Friday, Aug. 31, officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded to a report of a vehicle accident involving a semi. The crash involved a 2009 gray Toyota Camry, …read more.

SYRACUSE — Forrest V. Lewis, Syracuse, was honored as the veteran of the month at the Kosciusko Commissioners meeting held Tuesday, Sept. 4. Lewis was born Aug. 31, 1922, to Tillman and Lillawah Lewis in Savoy, Ill. His siblings include one brother and two sisters.  He graduated in Sibley, Ill. in 1940 and worked on his …read more.

INDIANA — Indiana Secretary of State Connie Lawson is reminding eligible voters that September is National Voter Registration Month. Hoosiers who need to register should do so today at www.Indianavoters.com or on a smartphone using the Indiana Voters app. “With only nine weeks to go until the general election on Nov. 6, there is no …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — At the Kosciusko County Commissioners meeting held Tuesday, Sept. 4, Kosciusko County Sheriff Rocky Goshert and KCSD Lieutenant Mike Mulligan informed commissioners that they have been awarded a non-matching Jail Chemical Addiction Program grant and requested approval and signatures from the commissioners.  JCAP is a 90-day, in-jail program designed to address substance abuse issues …read more.

WARSAW — The following list of closures is not comprehensive but provides an update of closures the city of Warsaw has been made aware of following the holiday weekend: Buffalo Street is currently closed from the railroad (Jefferson Street area) south to Winona Avenue/SR15 for sewer lining and should reopen late today, Sept. 4. Main …read more.

WARSAW — Each day, news organizations publish stories about people arrested for possessing and dealing drugs. Seeing these stories on a daily basis inspired JR Pennington to host a night of hope and healing for addicts and their families. On Saturday, Sept. 15, the Warsaw Family Worship Center will host an event called “Reaching Out …read more.

WARSAW — Indiana State Treasurer Kelly Mitchell visited the Kosciusko County GOP Headquarters last week. Welcoming her were Wayne Township Trustee Candidate Jeanie Stackhouse; Nanette Newland; Former Warsaw Police Chief Steve Foster; Former State Representative Rebecca Kubacki; Kosciusko County Council President Sue Ann Mitchell; Kosciusko County Councilwoman Kimberly Cates; Kelly Mitchell; Lynn Howie; Kosciusko County …read more.

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

WARSAW — Emergency officials responded to a possible drowning at Center Lake in Warsaw tonight Sunday, Sept. 2. According to Warsaw PIO Ryan Coble, witnesses were sitting at the pavilion when they saw several juveniles jumping into the water from the diving board. They reported to dispatch that they thought one juvenile didn’t return to shore. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — In May, the Kosciusko County Community Foundation announced that, in celebration of its 50th anniversary, 10 youth serving nonprofit organizations were selected to participate in “Endowment Challenge 50” (EC50.) Wagon Wheel Theatre is the first organization to have successfully completed the fundraising portion of the challenge. Participating organizations committed to raising $10,000 for …read more.

LEESBURG — A head-on collision between two passenger vehicles and a semi truck occurred around 2:40 p.m. today in Leesburg. The accident happened near 6287 SR 15. Leesburg first responders were originally called to the scene but quickly asked for Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory to assist with extrication. The driver of a gray Toyota Camry was injured and extrication occurred to …read more.

INDIANA — The Indiana State Police have a new tool to enforce alcohol-impaired driving this Labor Day weekend. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Indiana Criminal Justice Institute recently purchased 777 portable breath test devices for use by ISP troopers. In every state, it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration  of .08 …read more.

WARSAW — Two people were injured after a three-vehicle rear-end collision at East Center and North Detroit Streets in Warsaw. At approximately 11:40 a.m., officers with the Warsaw Police Department responded to a report of a vehicle collision. Both the driver of the Lincoln Town Car and the driver of the Nissan Versa were being …read more.

SYRACUSE — The filing deadline has passed and a race for the Wawasee Community School Corp. District 2 seat, representing Turkey Creek Township, is set. Registered voters throughout the district will be making a choice who will serve in that position in the November general election. The race will be among incumbent Mary Lou Dixon, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The K21 Health Foundation recently invested $200,000 into the Lilly Center for expanded research on the lakes and streams of Kosciusko County. Part of that funded necessary lab equipment for the Dr. Dane A. Miller Science Complex, and in mid-August, K21 was able to visit the space they helped build. With the equipment …read more.

WARSAW — Work on phase two of the Market Street project will begin the first week of September. This initial work by Phend and Brown will involve putting up construction signs, taking down trees that will be removed as part of the project and repairing or replacing some storm pipe along the back side of …read more.

WARSAW — The top finance officer for the state of Indiana made her rounds through Warsaw on Thursday, Aug. 30, to observe Kosciusko County’s emergency dispatch nerve center in action. Treasurer of State Kelly Mitchell was given a tour of the county’s Public Safety Answering Point, the dispatch center located in the basement of the …read more.

WARSAW — Alderfer Bergen and Company in Warsaw is pleased to announce that Jason Gergely, CFP has been authorized by the Financial Planner Board of Standards to use the Certified Financial Planner and CFP marks in accordance with CFP Board certification and renewal requirements. Gergely has been with Alderfer Bergen since 2014 and has been …read more.

SYRACUSE — Concern about horse and buggy traffic, wide loads, turning ability, suggestions of leaving it as is, installing a traffic signal, and support on the proposal were among comments heard from 12 people, including two elected officials Wednesday evening, Aug. 29, at a public hearing on the proposed intersection improvement at US 6 and …read more.

MISHAWAKA — For the third year in a row, Washington Monthly has ranked Bethel College in the top 10 in the Midwest on its annual list of the “Best Bang for the Buck Colleges,” coming in at number seven. Bethel is also one of only four Indiana schools to appear on the guide’s “Top Master’s …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw NOON Optimist Club recently donated bicycles repaired by Optimist Club Member John Skeel to Jefferson Elementary School. The Warsaw NOON Optimist Club will conduct the 20th consecutive Bike Safety & Rodeo in May 2019. The club purchases helmets for all 3rd and 4th graders who did not receive them the previous …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Police Department is asking for assistance identifying a subject. On Friday, Aug. 24, an individual used a counterfeit bill at a local gas station. If you have information related to this case, please contact the Warsaw Police Department Detective Division at (574) 385-2211. Please note that all suspects are innocent until …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw has announced that all public city meetings will be live-streamed online by sometime in October. Residents will now be able to access city meetings from the comfort of their own home or while on the go using a mobile device. Traffic Safety Commission meetings will be live streamed and available on-demand beginning with …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana issued a special weather statement at 10:17 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 29. A cold front with gusty winds will affect Elkhart, Northwestern Noble, Kosciusko, Northwestern Cass, Lagrange, Northwester Steuben, Northeastern White, Southeastern St. Joseph, Pulaski, Fulton, Southeastern Starke, Marshall, Southeastern Cass, St. Joseph, Branch and Northwestern Hillsdale …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Career Center will host the following events in September. The Career Center is adjacent to the Goodwill retail store at 751 Anchorage Point Drive, Warsaw. All Career Center events are free and open to the public. Felon Friendly Job Search Workshop/Guest Speaker Thursday, Sept. 6 — noon to 1 p.m. …read more.

WARSAW — At the Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals meeting held Monday, Aug. 27, two requests were presented and approved.  In the first matter, Petitioner Brandon Schmitt requested a variance from development standards to allow more than two accessory structures within an R-1 zoning district at 504 E. Baker St.  Schmitt owns approximately 39 acres …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Michiana Area Council of Governments has started a year-long process updating the Michiana on the Move: 2045 Transportation Plan, a long-range transportation plan for the region, including Elkhart, Kosciusko, Marshall and St. Joseph Counties. This plan acts as a blueprint for how the region will address transportation needs and how federal, state and local funds will be …read more.

WARSAW — One man has been arrested on a preliminary charge of battery causing serious bodily injury. The arrest stemmed from a domestic dispute at 3932 W. Old Road 30, Warsaw, yesterday evening, Aug. 27. At approximately 6:16 p.m. the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department and Warsaw Police Department responded to a domestic dispute involving an ax. According …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District, in cooperation with the Natural Resources Conservation Service, will be convening a Local Working Group at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 4, in the USDA Service Center, located at 217 E. Bell Drive, Warsaw, before its monthly board meeting. SWCD will be looking for local input …read more.

SYRACUSE — Indiana Department of Transportation will host a public hearing to provide an opportunity to comment on preliminary design plans for a roundabout at the US 6 and SR 13 (west junction) and CR 33 intersection north of Syracuse. The meeting will be at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 29, in the Wawasee High School Cafeteria, …read more.

WARSAW — On Aug. 24, a subsidiary of Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. received a warning letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration related to observed non-conformities with current good manufacturing practice requirements of the quality system regulation at the North Campus manufacturing facility in Warsaw. Zimmer Biomet states they are taking the matters identified in the warning …read more.

WARSAW — One person was transported by ambulance after a two-vehicle accident on North Colfax Street, near East Sheridan Street, Warsaw. At approximately 2:28 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24, officers with the Warsaw Police Department responded to a report of a vehicle accident involving a motorcycle. The crash involved a 2004 Ford SUV, operated by Jerald …read more.

WARSAW — According to the city of Warsaw, there are currently lane restrictions on Detroit, Center, Main and Fort Wayne streets for sewer replacement and lining. All roads remain open to traffic; however, some roads have directional and turning restrictions to alleviate traffic congestion and problems. These restrictions are expected to last throughout the week. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Heartline Pregnancy Center needs volunteers who are committed to making a difference in the lives of local parents facing unplanned pregnancies. The Beds and Britches, Etc. Boutique is a store where parents can use coupons they’ve earned to get items for their children — but BABE can’t run without volunteers. “Our volunteers are the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The board of directors of the Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation announced that Alan Tio will join the organization next month as CEO to lead the community’s economic development efforts. “We are thrilled to welcome Alan to our community and look forward to his leadership moving our efforts forward,” said board chairman Jim Tinkey, …read more.

MENTONE — Spinning blades were everywhere in Mentone at the town’s Lawrence D. Bell Aircraft Museum for Rotors Over Mentone, an all-day family event that showcased Bell’s beloved rotor aircraft. Lawrence D. Bell is arguably Mentone’s most storied alum. The aviation pioneer became involved with aircraft during the earliest days of manned flight and became …read more.