BOURBON — Triton High School’s third annual perfect attendance car giveaway, sponsored by Swanson’s Cars and Trucks, was held on May 31, at the conclusion of the academic awards convocation. This year’s winner is freshman Melissa Slabaugh. The freshman, who’s 15 and doesn’t have her license yet, will have to have her parents take possession …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools is proud to announce Heather Reichenbach, president of the WCS Board of School Trustees, recently completed the Indiana School Board Association’s Certification Awards Program. Through her hard work, leadership and dedication toward the mission of Warsaw Community Schools, Reichenbach received the highest distinction possible and was named a Master Board …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School will host commencement at 7 p.m. this Friday, June 7. Doors open at 6 p.m. and attendees must have a ticket to enter. Multiple entrances will be available as follows: the Main Entrance (Door 1), the southeast entrance near C-Lot (Door 51), and the two entrances into the Tiger …read more.

WARSAW — Cardinal Services is proud to announce that the family of Jerry and Darcy Deeter has donated $250,000 toward its future home. The family has a long and strong commitment to Cardinal and its mission, volunteering on its board, on committees and in various programs serving people with disabilities. In making the award to …read more.

FORT WAYNE — As the construction season gets into full swing, the Indiana State Police in Fort Wayne would like to remind people to take extra care while traveling through construction zones. Each year construction workers are injured or killed while improving our roadways. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, construction worker deaths …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Each year, Kosciusko REMC urges students throughout the area to enter their artwork into a statewide contest sponsored by the cooperative. Young artists have a chance to see their artwork published in a statewide calendar distributed to thousands of homes and businesses across Indiana. This year, Andrew Zink, an eighth-grader at Lakeland Christian …read more.

INDIANA — Persistent rain across Indiana continues to delay spring planting for Indiana’s farmers. As the rain continues, the possibility of fields left unplanted becomes a reality and Indiana’s farmers and agribusiness professionals are faced with many tough decisions. Indiana Farm Bureau, the largest general farm organization in the state, spoke with farmers across the …read more.

SYRACUSE — As is the tradition, graduating Wawasee High School seniors walk down the long hallway from the spectator gym outside the building through the main entrance of the school and, when given the signal, toss their caps into the air. They were official graduates before tossing their caps, but the tradition is a fitting …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Kosciusko County. The watch is in effect until 11 p.m. tonight, June 1. Other counties under the watch include Allen, Elkhart, Marshall, Noble and Whitley Counties.

WARSAW — Mayor Joe Thallemer, who heads up the seven-county US 30 Coalition, met with State Sen. Ryan Mishler on Thursday, May 30, to discuss having state money set aside for an environmental impact study —  the first major step toward constructing a new limited-access freeway that would eventually replace US 30 across much of …read more.

WARSAW — A representative of the Kosciusko County Fair Board has responded to allegations made by a new group that has launched an advertising campaign criticizing the fair board’s stated reliance on resuming motorized racing at the fairgrounds. Sheal Dirck, the fair board’s treasurer, issued a statement Friday, May 30, criticizing the anonymous group, which …read more.

WARSAW — For most Hoosiers, the soggier-than-normal 2019 spring has meant the occasional delayed or canceled picnic or postponed softball game. For Indiana’s farmers, the persistent rainfall in the past month or so has had a much more devastating effect and in some extreme cases could reap deadly results. “It’s the worst I’ve ever seen,” …read more.

WARSAW — Education becomes more and more valuable with time, something Cynthia Cates, Milford, recognized and what caused her to focus on educational programs in Warsaw. Specifically with Kosciusko Literacy Services, an organization knowing the power that accompanies education and literature. What started as a part time position in 2003 led to Cates becoming executive …read more.

MILFORD — A caucus to fill the vacancy of a Milford Town Council seat will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, in the town hall. Joellen Free, town council member, has resigned from her seat on the town council as she will be moving to Goshen. Her resignation is effective May 31. Any …read more.

WARSAW — The Securities and Exchange Commission recently awarded a large award to a surgeon who reportedly told his employer, Biomet, and later the commission about a kickback scheme operating in several foreign countries with the purpose of drumming up business for the Warsaw-based company, now part of orthopedic giant Zimmer Biomet. The SEC announced …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Organizations in Kosciusko County have received more than $315,000 in grants to fight aquatic invasive plants and improve waterways. The funds were recently awarded by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources Director Cameron F. Clark through the Lake and River Enhancement program. Invasive aquatic vegetation management grants were awarded to the Barbee Lakes …read more.

WARSAW — A newly organized group that is relying on tax documents is questioning the need to revive motorized racing at the fairgrounds. The fair board is locked in a lawsuit defending its efforts to once again organize motorized racing, arguing that events at the Warsaw Motorsports Complex at the fairgrounds is crucial its financial …read more.

INDIANA — After a tornado swept through Madison County on Memorial Day, Attorney General Curtis Hill today warned Hoosiers to be wary of scams. Scammers often strike after severe storms, taking advantage of homeowners needing repairs. “We’ve all seen the significant damage that can result from storms ripping through neighborhoods,” Attorney General Hill said. “Hoosiers …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request for St. Anne’s Episcopal Church during a three-minutes meeting held Tuesday, May 28. St. Anne’s Episcopal Church, 424 W. Market St., requested a variance to allow a 27 square foot sign that is 7 feet, two inches tall in an R-3 zoning district. …read more.

INDIANA — The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana has issued a public information statement regarding the tornado that struck Miami and Fulton counties last night, May 27. The tornado reached peak winds estimated at 135 mph, traveled for 14 miles and lasted for 27 minutes. According to the report, a discrete supercell formed south …read more.

[weaver_youtube MK7u4pogRZM rel=0] AKRON — B.J. Hunt lost his house to a tornado that swept through much of Miami County on Monday night, May 27. Yet while standing next to the remains of his home, Hunt was humble and grateful. “So many people, not just family and friends, have shown up to help out,” said …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Assistant Planning Director Matt Sandy presented an ordinance amendment related to commercial solar energy farms at the Kosciusko Commissioners meeting held Tuesday, May 28. Sandy said there are some changes to the ordinance making it more restrictive at this point, with the idea that it could be reviewed and revised in the future if …read more.

WARSAW — Members of the John C. Peterson American Legion Post 49 and James W. Sittler Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1126 conducted the annual Memorial Day service May 27 at Oakwood Cemetery in Warsaw. The service began with a performance of patriotic songs by the Kosciusko County Extension Choir. After the Pledge of Allegiance …read more.

MENTONE — Officials in Mentone are applauding the efforts of citizens of all ages who recently came to the rescue to help clean up the town after the recent thunderstorms that devastated northern Indiana. “After the strong storms that hit Mentone on Thursday morning, we had several trees down,” said Town Board Member Tim Croy. …read more.

WARSAW — Indianapolis-based The Indigos brought their brand of funk favorites and creative original compositions to Warsaw Friday night, May 24 at Central Park to kick off the beginning of the Lakes Festival. The seven piece band of young and talented musicians, most, if not all who met while attending college at Ball State University, …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County’s second group of female Jail Chemical Addiction Program graduates were recognized Friday, May 24, at a special ceremony held in the basement of the Kosciusko County Jail. The program addresses substance abuse issues by providing treatment and education for jail inmates. Seven women were presented with certificates of completion by Kosciusko …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — In observance of Memorial Day, city of Warsaw offices will be closed Monday, May 27. Monday’s trash route will be serviced Tuesday, May 28.  All other routes will remain the same. The town of Winona Lake offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, in observance of Memorial Day, reopening on Tuesday, May …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Thirty-two hours and counting, KREMC crews have been working tirelessly to restore power to members. The co-op’s all-night efforts paid off reducing the number of members out of power from 4,600 yesterday afternoon to 75 this morning. The remaining outages are scattered throughout KREMC territory; they are a result of the damage caused …read more.

MENTONE — The Mentone Chamber Of Commerce recently welcomed a new business to its downtown district. The store, Deli and Dough, is owned by Jeremy and Krystal Larbarger and is a bakery, deli and ice cream shop. A ribbon cutting was held Thursday, May 23.

WINONA LAKE — The Winona Lake Plan Commission discussed a pair of projects at its monthly meeting Thursday, May 23. One project is a proposed housing addition designed for residents who like a tight neighborhood and don’t require a lot of space. The second order of business was the commission’s continued fine-tuning of the town’s …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — While some customers, including those in downtown Warsaw, have seen their electrical power restored, an official for NIPSCO said late Thursday afternoon that power may not be restored to other parts of Kosciusko County until Friday evening, May 24. Kosciusko REMC also said they expect repairs to continue on Friday. “KREMC is advising …read more.

INDIANA — NIPSCO crews, with support from additional contracted resources, are working to respond to the widespread damage caused by a strong line of winds and storms that moved through the area after 1 a.m., Thursday morning. At its peak, approximately 35,000 electric customers were affected, with the hardest hit areas in Elkhart, Kosciusko, LaGrange …read more.

WARSAW — Nonessential offices for Winona Lake, Warsaw and Kosciusko County have been closed for the remainder of the day due to power outages. Much of downtown Warsaw remained without power shortly before noon today, Thursday, May 23, after a strong, pre-dawn storm swept through northern Indiana. Area schools were also closed as a result …read more.

[weaver_youtube pdXxPkUJND8 rel=0] WINONA LAKE — The town of Winona Lake sustained heavy damage after a thunderstorm that occurred shortly before 5 a.m. Thursday, May 23. Dozens of trees on the east side of Park Avenue in the Village at Winona were uprooted as a result of the storm. Crews are currently working on cleaning …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Megan McClellan, executive director for the Syracuse-Wawasee Trails, will be leaving her post and taking a position as executive director with the Fort Wayne Trails. The Fort Wayne Trails board of directors announced her appointment Thursday, May 23. She will join Fort Wayne Trails June 3. Kay Young, president of the trails …read more.

MILFORD — A strong thunderstorm rumbled through the Lakeland area around 4:30 a.m. today, Thursday, May 23, that caused trees to topple across roads and some on power lines; in a few spaces, their collapses led to property damage. Due to the numerous downed trees on roads, Wawasee Community School Corp. closed school for the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — This morning a severe storm ripped through Kosciusko REMC’s service territory leaving significant damage to poles and lines in its wake. Members began losing power at 4:40 a.m. At that time KREMC dispatched their line crews in full force to begin work to restore power to over 9,500 members. The damage throughout the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Viewers around the county woke up to storm damage after a storm passed through Kosciusko County and surrounding areas shortly before 5 a.m. Thursday, May 23. The weather service said they believe much of the damage was caused by straight-line winds. “Most of the winds were around 60 mph or so, based on …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Power outages throughout Kosciusko County are affecting local residents, including much of downtown Warsaw. The storm passed through Kosciusko County and surrounding areas shortly before 5 a.m., according to the National Weather Service. Kosciusko County Sheriff Kyle Dukes said Milford, including Beer Road and Lapoint Drive, were hard hit by the storm. Mentone …read more.

WINONA LAKE — A previously unused area on the property of Jefferson Elementary School has been re-purposed to give students there a physical challenge and a place to expend excess energy, thanks to efforts from the school’s Parent Teacher Organization. On Wednesday, May 22, the school unveiled a recently constructed obstacle course featuring stages that …read more.

The Substance Use Recovery and Treatment Committee is determined to breakdown misconceptions and stigmas surrounding addiction to create a community that helps one another by providing information to better understand others’ situations. (Photo provided) It’s Sunday afternoon. She sits on the porch, waiting on Dad to pick her up for their visits. It’s been eight …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Kosciusko County Councilmember Sue Ann Mitchell was elected president of the Association of Indiana Counties’ Northeast District during the annual meeting in Whitley County this month. “I am pleased to serve as the Northeast District President of the Association of Indiana Counties,” Mitchell said. “I have been a cheerleader for the AIC for many …read more.

SYRACUSE — The wheels of progress are now in motion to make sure current and future repairs to the Syracuse Water Control Device are done. Wawasee Property Owners Association Board of Directors approved the establishment of a Water Control Structure Fund Saturday morning, May 18, during its meeting. “People noticed the structure has an issue, …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Town Council passed the emergency access ordinance amendment dealing with the town controlled Webster Lake right of way at the end of East Washington Street at its monthly meeting Tuesday, May 21. It took place at North Webster Community Center. Resident Daniel Neff approached the board about the possibility of …read more.

CLAYPOOL — The Claypool Town Council amended several town ordinances regarding parking, intersections and alleyways during its meeting Tuesday, May 21. An ordinance regarding one-way alleys near Section and Walnut Streets was voided. The alleyways will now allow two-way travel. One-way road signs at the alleyways are set to be removed immediately. To allow for …read more.

SYRACUSE — A variety of traffic issues were discussed during the Syracuse Town Council meeting held Tuesday night, May 21. Town Manager Mike Noe presented a letter from the Indiana Department of Transportation stating it agreed with the town establishing “no left turn” from Railroad Avenue onto SR 13. Later in his report, Noe told …read more.

CROMWELL — It was a celebratory meeting Monday, May 20, for the Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District board and employees. After months of debate, increased bills and delayed contracts the district officially flipped the switch on the town of Syracuse. On Tuesday, May 14, 65 percent of the flow previously treated by Syracuse and billed …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Winona Lake’s Town Board took a few moments at the beginning of its regular monthly meeting Tuesday, May 21, to pay homage to the town’s longtime fire chief, who lost his life May 5 in a work-related accident. The chair Titus used during meetings was tipped up and a white rose and …read more.

UPDATE: This silver alert has been canceled as of 12:27 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, as requested by the South Bend Police Department   SOUTH BEND — A statewide Silver Alert has been declared. The South Bend Police Department is investigating the disappearances of Eleanor Rushing, a one-year-old white female, 30 inches tall, 30 pounds, light …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools welcomed two new top administrators to its elementary school ranks, praised the efforts of its high school counselors and joined some WCS youngsters in celebrating history at the regular monthly meeting of the corporation’s board of trustees meeting Monday night, May 20. The highlights of Monday’s meeting came in the …read more.

  SYRACUSE — Hundreds converged on the Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum Saturday, May 18, not only to view J.P. Dolan’s Indian Relic collection, but other area historical items displayed, during an open house. Many were also on hand for a brief presentation from J.P. Dolan, Eli Lilly, Chief Papakeechie and Chief Wawasee. The collection of J.P. …read more.

SYRACUSE — In firefighting tradition, a Hose Uncoupling Ceremony was held Saturday at Turkey Creek Fire Station 1, South Huntington Street, Syracuse, for the remodeling of the station. Members of the fire department, fire territory board, architects, contractors and township trustee were present for the event. The Hose Uncoupling Ceremony is a fire department’s version …read more.

SYRACUSE — Because state funding is either flat or declining for many school districts in Indiana, saving money becomes even more of a priority. State funding for the Wawasee Community School Corporation has seen little or no growth in recent years. With a tighter budget, administrators have looked for ways to control or cut costs. …read more.

By Melissa Chapman Cataloging Supervisor The school year is almost done and summer is just around the corner. A part of having a great summer is to get some sun, have some fun and read! Research shows we are inclined to learn more slowly in the summer. Some students actually go into reverse and lose …read more.

WARSAW — The city’s emerging public arts collection took a huge step forward Friday after financing for a large sculpture for the future Buffalo Street Plaza was announced. Representatives of the Kosciusko County Community Foundation on Friday said the cost of the plaza sculpture will be covered with a $150,000 grant from the Castaldi Family …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Clerk Ann Torpy is proposing county election officials consider transitioning from using the traditional assigned polling places to vote centers for the 2020 election. Under the vote center system, any registered voter in the county can vote at any vote center in the county. It’s appealing to folks who live in …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Congratulations were in order for the Whitko FFA last week as they hosted their annual dinner banquet and awards ceremony. During this celebration, it is also a time to recognize the hard work of the senior class, thank the current officers and welcome the newest officers to their posts. For the audience, …read more.

WARSAW — The city’s summer sprinkling credit program is entering its second year this year. Warsaw residents are reminded to sign up for the summer sprinkling credit program as soon as possible. Residents who signed up last year do not need to sign up again.   On April 16, 2018, the city council adopted a …read more.

WARSAW — Thirteen students from Warsaw’s Orthopedic and Advanced Manufacturing Training Center graduated Friday, May 10, from Ivy Tech Community College Warsaw. Eleven of those students earned a certificate in Machine Tool Technology, and two, who earned their certificate last year, earned their technical certificate this year, which means those students have the first year of …read more.

WARSAW — The supply drive earlier this spring at Martin’s and Owen’s benefitting Fellowship Missions was a huge success, according to a press release from the event’s organizers. Zach Leedy and Michael Hammer, students from Wawasee High School, organized the drive as part of their community service project for Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy. The name …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Community Foundation hosted a luncheon celebrating philanthropic women on Wednesday, May 15. During the luncheon, three stories regarding local women who have given back to the Kosciusko community were shared. To start the recognitions, Michelle Yeager shared a story about Lily Love. Love was born in Chicago and moved to …read more.

SYRACUSE — Before the Laudeman Park public planning session and the Syracuse Park Board meeting Monday evening, May 13, two representatives, one from the Syracuse Alumni Association and the other from the Syracuse-Wawasee Trails, presented to the board in regards to serving alcohol at the upcoming alumni banquet and Tour des Lakes. After quick approval …read more.

MILFORD — Students at Milford School were greeted by officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office, Milford Police and a Wawasee Community School Corporation School Resource Officer this morning, Wednesday, May 15, following allegations a student at the school was in possession of a firearm Tuesday on their way home from school. A total of …read more.

MILFORD — Milford is slowly replacing its 117 year-old water infrastructure “one crisis at a time,” observed outgoing council member Joellen Free at the May 13 meeting of the town council. The council voted to approve $39,705 for the repair of a sewer line damaged during the construction of a new Lake City bank on the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — During the Kosciusko Board of Zoning Appeals meeting held Tuesday, May 14, the North Webster Community Library was approved for a variance which allows them to continue with plans to build a new location. The variance allows construction of a new public use library 25 feet from the right-of-way of Main Street and …read more.

SYRACUSE — At the start of the current school year, the certified nursing assistant program was added to the offerings of the Pathways Cooperative. A total of 12 students participated this year, but 22 have already signed up for next year. Randi Warren, instructor for the program, gave a report to the Wawasee School Board …read more.

WARSAW — The Board of Aviation Commissioners approved the purchase of two Toro lawn mowers for the Warsaw Municipal Airport during its meeting Tuesday, May 14. Airport Manager Nick King presented a layout of the airport to the board and showed which specific areas of the property are mowed. The airport is currently using two …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Schools Board of Trustees engaged in a “dogged” work session on Tuesday, May 14. Aside from being introduced to star employees of the district, learning about elementary literacy initiatives and new testing programs, the seven-person board ooh’d and ah’d over a plucky pooch turned police pup, who came to the …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Recyling Depot could be entering into an agreement for a new hauler by next year. If the current hauler stays on, the county will likely see a rate hike to have recyclables hauled away. According to Kosciusko County Solid Waste Management District Director Tom Ganser, the depot’s current hauler, Borden …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Town Council discussed the need for repairs to the police department building as well as recruiting volunteer firefighters during its meeting on Monday, May 13. During his report to council members, Town Marshal Tim Sammons said the ceiling and floor at the Pierceton Police Department building are in need of repair. …read more.

MILFORD — The May 13 meeting of Milford Town Council saw two significant changes: Council member Joellen Free announced her resignation from the council as of May 31; wastewater rates for Milford residents will go up roughly $3 as of July 1. The average monthly sewer bill will be $46.50. During her time in local government, …read more.

WARSAW — A self-proclaimed keyboard warrior who worked on dozens of campaigns years ago in Alaska has taken steps to run as an independent candidate for Warsaw City Council on the fall ballot. One week after Primary Election Day, 39-year-old Chris Plack announced plans on Tuesday, May 14, to run for District 2 city council …read more.

KOSCIUSKO —  Kosciusko County Emergency Management Director Ed Rock requested approval to apply for a 2019 SHSP UAS grant in the amount of $90,000 for unmanned aerial systems at the Kosciusko County Commissioners meeting held Tuesday, May 14. Rock stated they would add three drones to augment the one currently in the county and would also …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools announced last week plans to participate in the Summer Food Service Program. Free meals will be made available to all children 18 years of age and under and to persons over 18 years who are enrolled in a state-approved educational program for the mentally or physically disabled. Free meals will …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The kickoff event for the 2019 series of Third Thursday Business After Hours events sponsored by the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce begins from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, May 16, at the new Re/Max Lakes location announced Chamber President Jim Smith, Loose Moose Motorsports. The monthly meeting was held Monday, …read more.

SYRACUSE — Turkey Creek Fire Territory and township advisory boards Monday, May 13, were invited, along with the public, to an upcoming open house celebrating completion of renovations to the territory’s two fire stations. The open house will take place from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 18, at Station 1, 402 N. Huntington St., Syracuse. …read more.

SYRACUSE — A plan to repair the lake level control device in Syracuse will be a “win, win” for the town of Syracuse and the residents upstream and downstream. Repairs will be done in two phases. The first phase is repairs immediately upstream and downstream of the device. This will be done with funds received …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Watershed Foundation’s reconstruction of 500 feet of Winona Lake’s Limitless Park shoreline is underway, following months of an intensive public education campaign. “This project has taken years of planning,” explained Lyn Crighton, TWF Executive Director. “To see it come into fruition is overwhelmingly exciting for us, as well as our many …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Public Library Director Ann Zydek told the library’s board of trustees on Monday, May 13, that the facility’s long-embattled Limited Use, Limited Application elevator has been replaced and is officially operational. “I would like to let you know that on Friday (May 10) we had a state inspector out here and …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Middle School Bands will present their Spring Concert on Monday, May 13, at 7 p.m. in the Lakeview Auditorium. The concert will include favorites such as “Pirates of the Caribbean,” “Dixieland Salute” and highlights from “The Hunger Games.” The combined Edgewood Middle School and Lakeview Middle School bands will be performing as well as …read more.

By MARY ANN LIENHART CROSS Extension Educator Purdue Extension GOSHEN — As I write this column, the weather has been wet, cold, and windy. I know many of you are finding sponge mushrooms. They are a sure sign of spring and rain. Regardless of the cooler weather, now is the time for fresh local asparagus. I …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — May is Military Appreciation Month and The Salvation Army is making plans to help military families. When parents serve in the military, their children “serve” as well, many times having to move or facing time when their parent is deployed or away on assignment. The Salvation Army Hidden Falls Camp in Bedford each …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — If your goal is healthy eating, fresh herbs are a good way to add healthy nutrients to your diet while providing abundant flavor to any dish. Learn to grow your own herbs at North Webster Community Public Library at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 18. Janette Stackhouse, a.k.a. The Herb Lady, has been …read more.

Once in a Blue Moon The full moon in May is a blue moon. The Syracuse library is bringing stories and moon facts to a full moon viewing at 8 p.m. May 18. The walk begins at the community center and ends with a view of the moon over the water at Henry Ward Park.  …read more.

By Amy Mann WCPL Technical Assistant Summer is coming! We’ve been waiting and it’s finally around the corner. Warsaw Community Public Library’s annual summer reading program is ready to fill both your free time and your young charges’ days with activity and wonder. This year’s theme is “A Universe of Stories.” Children from birth to …read more.

  Kosciusko County is beginning the initial steps toward looking at whether to adapt to voting centers at some point in the future. Numerous other counties in Indiana have made the switch or are looking at changing. Vote centers are growing in popularity in the state because of the convenience the system affords voters who …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The community-wide welcomeness study is set to wrap up this next week as the survey comes to a close Thursday, May 16. “OrthoWorx and our community partners have been delighted of the community response to the survey,” said Nichole Rouached, manager of communications and projects at OrthoWorx. “More than 1,600 community members have …read more.

WARSAW — The Builders Association of Kosciusko — Fulton Counties has announced it will host a Nationally-known speaker on May 16. Lindsay Boccardo is a nationally-recognized millennial expert, working with young talent and the organizations that employ them. She has been providing education and training to organizations through one-to-one programs, group coaching and seminars for more …read more.

From left are Health Department Administrator Bob Weaver and Council President Sue Ann Mitchell. WARSAW — Kosciusko County’s Health Department requested a purchase that can likely ensure some of the department’s most value assets stay viable. Bob Weaver, administrator, spoke to the Kosciusko County Council at its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, May 9, requesting …read more.

WARSAW — Jennifer Kauffman, CEO of Kauffman Medi Spa, Inc.; and Linda Moore, practice manager; attended a two-day educational seminar on May 4 and 5 in Chicago presented by the American Medical Spa Association that covered quality and safety measures for operating a state of the art aesthetic process. Beyond learning about best practices in …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Derek Sadler, vice-president of McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, with the help of Kelly Warner from Hair by Kelly Warner, has made a hair donation to Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan. In doing so, he has also organized a fundraising campaign with a goal to reach $800, which is the amount of money it …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Kosciusko County 4-H is partnering with Super Geeks and Gaming in Warsaw to offer a hands-on exploration of game structure, play and design through the new Clover Gaming Connection Club opportunity. Participants will study and play several unique card and board games while being challenged to design their own game as a demonstration …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is currently seeking information on the whereabouts of Ashley Wolfe of Milford. Wolfe is described as 15 years old, 5 feet, eight inches tall with brown eyes and long brown hair. She is currently listed as a runaway by the sheriff’s office, and is potentially in danger. Wolfe’s …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County’s Convention And Visitors Bureau handed out bratwurst and hotdogs with all the fixings on Thursday, May 9 as part of the organization’s recognition of tourism in general, as well the impact on tourism locally. The event, the National Tourism Week Community Cookout and Open House, was held to commemorate National Tourism …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Warsaw Community High School student Katrielle Rodgers has received an honorable mention for the Indiana Affiliate NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing. The award, sponsored by the National Center for Women and Information Technology, OneAmerica, Women and Hi Tech, Society for Information Management – Indianapolis Chapter, and Indiana University recognizes high school women …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Council discussed the possibility of raising a tax that motorists pay on their vehicles — at least for most motorists. During the council’s monthly meeting Thursday night, May 9, the panel heard from council member Doug Heinisch, who sits on the county’s Wheel Tax Committee, a board that studied the …read more.

WARSAW — Cardinal Services is proud to announce that the Dekko Foundation has awarded a grant of $100,000 toward its future home. The Dekko Foundation, which has a mission of supporting economic freedom through education, supports efforts focused on child development. In making the award to Cardinal Services, the Dekko Foundation stated its board is …read more.

SILVER LAKE —  A mobile office providing vouchers and financial assistance for prescription medications, medical supplies and emergency dental assistance may soon be making a stop in Silver Lake on a monthly basis. Angie Summers, director at Medication & Dental Assistance, Warsaw, attended the Silver Lake town council meeting held Wednesday, May 8, to share information about …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Ivy Tech Community College has announced an enrollment event planned for both its Fort Wayne and Warsaw campuses. At Ivy Tech Community College’s Express Enrollment Day, prospective students can complete all the steps they need to start classes. Enrollment experts will be on-hand to answer questions and help attendees with enrollment steps …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County coroner has identified the deceased male found in the Tippecanoe River on Wednesday, May 8, as 65-year-old Thomas Schmeltz, Bourbon. The preliminary cause of death has been determined to be drowning. Around 3 p.m. on May 8, Indiana Conservation Officers located Schmeltz’s body in the Tippecanoe River in Kosciusko County …read more.