[weaver_youtube 2voeFuajjQs rel=0] WINONA LAKE — “His blood was probably fire engine red.” The words of someone who knew Winona Lake Fire Chief Mitch Titus quite well were read aloud by local Pastor Denny Wilson during the poignant, somber, yet uplifting memorial service Thursday, May 9, at the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center. Hundreds of people …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College invites middle school students to its inaugural engineering camp this summer. The camp, created and led by Chair of the Grace College Engineering Department, Dr. Fred Wentorf, will introduce students to engineering through hands-on application. Students will design and race dragsters to learn the basics of mechanical engineering. The day …read more.

AKRON — Following months of Unified Champion Schools training and curricula, local Mentone Elementary, Akron Elementary and Tippecanoe Valley Middle School students will take part in an inclusive sporting event Monday, May 20.. Special Olympics Indiana and Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation are working together this school year to engage students in activities designed to promote …read more.

By Darla McCammon Among the treasures to be found in Notre Dame Cathedral were the “Great Mays.” These are works of art, large paintings, averaging 10 by 13 feet in size. To give you an idea about the scale of this Cathedral, at one time there were 76 of these “Great Mays” paintings in the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Detectives with the Indiana State Police are conducting a death investigation after a body was found. Around 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, Indiana Conservation Officers located the body of a deceased male in the Tippecanoe River in Kosciusko County near SR 10 and SR 19. Positive identification has not been made at this …read more.

WARSAW — K21 Health Foundation enlisted 212 Media Studios to create a new online portal. 212 designed the user-friendly website to highlight K21’s role and projects in the community and to streamline non-profit grant applications. “Launching this new site will empower us to share our story and mission with the community better than we could …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Saturday, May 11, marks the 27th year of one of America’s great days of giving — the National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger food drive. Letter carriers walk through the community every day, often coming face to face with the reality that too many people are hungry. Each year on the …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library is inviting interested patrons to its Teen Twilight Zone Night, scheduled for Thursday, May 9 from 4 to 6 p.m. Participants will watch original episodes of “The Twilight Zone” television series and enjoy snacks.  For more information, please contact Elyza at (574) 353-7234. Preschool story hour takes place every …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) KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — It seems counter intuitive to first educate about substance use disorder and strive to reduce the stigma associated …read more.

FULTON COUNTY — The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office and Fulton County Crimestoppers are requesting your assistance in locating subjects wanted on felony and/or misdemeanor warrants. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these wanted persons, contact the Fulton County Crimestoppers at (574) 223-7867. Please Read Our Disclaimer All warrants are the property of …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Convention, Recreation and Visitors Commission approved several grants during its meeting on Wednesday, May 8. Jill Boggs, Kosciusko County Convention Visitors Bureau executive director, discussed malfunctioning issues with the Visit Kosciusko County website. The bureau currently works with Simpleview for its customer-relationship-management, or CRM, software and overall website design. Boggs …read more.

WARSAW — Titus Funeral Home will be hosting local public safety personnel for a luncheon, held in their honor later May 17. “The month of May brings many sure signs of spring and often the first glimpses of summer, but also includes three special events, which are sometimes overlooked,” said Titus Funeral Home owner Cory …read more.

AKRON — The Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation is seeking nominations for the Tippecanoe Valley Distinguished Alumni Class of 2019. Distinguished alumni are graduates of Tippecanoe Valley High School, Akron High School, Beaver Dam High School, Burket High School, Mentone High School, or Talma High School, living or deceased. Nominees should be grads who have led …read more.

WINONA LAKE — This month the Kosciusko County Traffic Safety Partnership will join law enforcement agencies across the nation to increase enforcement of seat-belt laws for the program Click It or Ticket. Multiple weeks of highly visible patrols will be watching for unrestrained passengers in cars and trucks, both children and adults, the front seat and back, …read more.

WARSAW — Tracey Akers, Warsaw Community Schools’ nurse coordinator and Edgewood Middle School nurse, was chosen to participate as one of the 48 school nurses to be a part of the first School Nurse Leadership Academy. The graduation ceremony occurred April 12, in Fishers. The Indiana Association of School Nurses shared Akers’ board report from last …read more.

WINONA LAKE — “Contemplative Seasons,” the first of three recently-added sculptures to the greenway known as Winona Lake Heritage Trail, was dedicated Tuesday afternoon, May 7. The sculpture, consisting of three ceramic columns, a decorative bench, and a concrete pad, is located on the Greenway extension just off Pierceton Road in Winona Lake, approximately behind Grace …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Watershed Foundation and Indiana Department of Natural Resources are offering an informational session about healthy shorelines from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 9, at the Winona Lake Senior Center. The event is free and open to the public. The accepted norm on many lakes is to have a mowed lawn …read more.

SYRACUSE — Mother & Me, sponsored by Lakeland Youth Center and 702 Salon & Spa in the Oakwood Resort, held Saturday, May 4, offered moms and their daughters an opportunity to bond. Those participating enjoyed a light brunch featuring muffins, fruit and a variety of drinks. Each mother daughter duo got to pick a salon …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools has announced it is celebrating its teaching staff during National Teacher Appreciation week through Friday, May 10. “Each of us has a favorite educator, whose influence most likely impacted the trajectory of our life paths. This week provides a great opportunity for us to reflect and recognize all of our …read more.

WARSAW — The final vote count was slower than anticipated by what’s being described as some minor discrepancies in Warsaw. But when the votes were tabulated, it was Republican incumbents Joe Thallemer, Cindy Dobbins, Jack Wilhite receiving the nominations for the general election in November for Warsaw. Incumbent Paula Kehr-Wicker will face Democrat opponent Tim …read more.

WARSAW — Tabulations are complete for Wayne (Winona Lake) and Turkey Creek (Syracuse). The most up to date results are: Republican Ballot Warsaw Mayor Ron Shoemaker — 364 Joe Thallemer — 470 Clerk-Treasurer Lynne A. Christiansen — 720 City Common Council At-Large Cindy A. Dobbins — 597 Juergen L. Voss — 362 Jack Wilhite — …read more.

WARSAW — Jim Zachary defeated incumbent Thelia Banta in the Winona Lake Town Council Republican primary race for the District 1 seat Tuesday night. Results for the lone contested race in Winona Lake were announced shortly before 7 p.m. — just an hour after polls closed. Zachary had 73 percent of the vote total with …read more.

WARSAW — The first votes from today’s primary began the tabulation after Wayne 1 was the first to deliver votes to the Justice Building. Precinct officials arrived at 6:35 p.m. and 15 minutes later the remainder of Wayne Precincts arrived. Results thus far, including early voting, are: Republican Ballot Warsaw Mayor Ron Shoemaker — 153 …read more.

AKRON — Tippecanoe Valley High School has announced the valedictorian and salutatorian for the 2018-2019 school year. Shayleigh Shriver has been named TVHS Valedictorian.  Shriver is the daughter of Jeff and Janie Shriver and plans to attend Purdue University to study elementary education. Billy Gillman has been named TVHS Salutatorian. Gillman is the son of Billy …read more.

WARSAW — A ribbon cutting event was held at Side House Grill, located at 2604 Sheldon St, Warsaw, Tuesday, May 7. The restaurant/bar is set to open sometime in the next week. Christen Couture, general manager/concept designer, described it as “a backyard BBQ American grill style menu.” Couture said they will be offering seven minute …read more.

WARSAW — The 30th annual plant and herb sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, May 11, at Center Lake Pavilion in Warsaw. Herbs, perennials and annuals will be sold during this event. Vendors will also be present. This will be a great time to purchase garden crafts and gifts for friends …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Performing Arts Center is proud to welcome nationally-known shadow dance crew Catapult. Many may recognize the group from their performances on America’s Got Talent. Catapult mixes dance with shadow, storytelling and visual arts to create a dynamic and unforgettable experience for all ages. This must-see performance will be held on Thursday, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A local club dedicated to the sport of catching and managing the population of a storied predator fish has announced its partnership with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources to give the state organization another area to improve local lake access. “For the last four years, we have been raising money through raffles …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Winona History Center in Winona Lake, was one of 18 libraries, schools, and museums to receive grants from Indiana Humanities and Indiana Landmarks this spring. The History Center, which is owned and operated by Grace College, has received an Historic Preservation Education Grant of up to $1,700 to create an interactive …read more.

INDIANA — RE/MAX Results in Northeast and Central Indiana was recently recognized among the 500 largest and most successful residential real estate brokerage firms in the United States.  REAL Trends, Inc. compiled its annual REAL Trends 500 Survey measuring the performance of the nation’s leading realty service firms as ranked by closed transaction sides and …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office recently hosted its sixth annual law enforcement field day, which offers training to all area police and sheriff’s departments. The training was held on April 27 and May 4 and was broken into two sessions per day. Officers attending the event received six hours of in-service training and …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School announces the 2019 Fine Arts Festival from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, May 9.  This amazing celebration of the visual and performing arts in Warsaw will be held in the Performing Arts Center at Warsaw Community High School. The 40th annual Tri Kappa Art Exhibit in the Black Box Theater …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Community Corrections Board held a special meeting Monday, May 6, approving the purchase of a single-purpose odor detection K9 unit for the community corrections program. Michael Nance, Boone County Community Corrections executive director, brought his K9 Mirko to demonstrate how the dogs are used to detect drugs and firearms during …read more.

Teachers are some of the most important and impactful people in our lives. Which is why it is fitting that every May the accomplishments of teachers is applauded with Teacher Appreciation Week, May 6-10, and Teacher Appreciation Day, May 7. The appreciation of educators was highlighted with a survey from an independent firm as well …read more.

Video courtesy of Lyn Crighton NORTH WEBSTER — A large backhoe was moved onto the grounds of the old North Webster High School Monday morning, May 6, and to the surprise of many, the demolition began close to 2:30 p.m. removing the south exterior wall of the building. While it was known that demolition would …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Summer residents and visitors pour into Kosciusko County during the warm summer months to enjoy its many lakes and festivals and that often means the potential for more work for emergency responders. The population in the county nearly doubles in the summertime, but fortunately, Kosciusko County’s communications center is one of the more …read more.

SILVER LAKE — Spring clean-up is scheduled for Saturday, May 18. Please have all items out the night before as pick-up will begin early on the 18th. Stafford’s will not re-route to pick-up last minute items. The following items are prohibited: paints, oils, tires, televisions, computers, microwaves, lawn waste such as leaves, grass and limbs …read more.

WARSAW — A local upstart entrepreneur has launched a new business that will not only serve a need in the community, but might also reduce carbon emissions in the process. Cory Thomas, 42, Warsaw, announced last week his new lawn-mowing business with a twist, Natural MOWmentum, an endeavor that will feature his newly purchased electric …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — On Monday, May 13, the North Manchester Historical Society will welcome Ray E. Boomhower to present his program, “Fire in the Spacecraft: Gus Grissom and the Apollo 1 Disaster.” The program will be held in the Assembly Room at Timbercrest Retirement Center, 2201 East Street, at 6:30 p.m.  It is open to …read more.

WARSAW — Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts is dedicated to making a lasting impact on youth, adults and families in the community but it takes a village to make this kind of impact possible. Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts is inviting all to help make it possible this summer season through its second …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Lifetouch Ministries and Counseling Center is having its second annual un-garage sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 11, at the Warsaw Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 210 S. High St., Warsaw. Why is it called an un-garage sale? It’s not in a garage and isn’t a sale because everything is free …read more.

 Being Creative with Cauliflower The Library’s next nutrition program is scheduled at 6:30 p.m. Monday, May 6.  Jaclyn Franks, Kosciusko County Purdue Extension HHS educator, will present “Being Creative with Cauliflower.” Many popular diets advise against eating anything “white,” but cauliflower is a white food you can feel good about eating.  In this program you will …read more.

MENTONE — Preschool story hour at the Bell Memorial Public Library takes place every Friday at 10 a.m. in our children’s’ room. The theme for Friday, May 3 is “Jack and the Beanstalk.”  Stories to be read are:  “Jack and the Beanstalk” by Liesl Shurtliff and “The Giant and the Beanstalk” by Diane Stanley. Children can …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles and Ride Safe Indiana are reminding Hoosiers that May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. RSI is the state of Indiana’s motorcycle safety program. It has a mission to reduce the number of motorcycle accidents and fatalities on Indiana roads by training motorcycle riders and increasing motorcycle awareness …read more.

[weaver_youtube gEeECNOUHCc rel=0] WARSAW — Local Warsaw princesses enjoyed a tea party this morning, Saturday, May 4, at the Center Lake Pavilion. The event was hosted by the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department. Approximately 25 girls and their families attended the event, with each princess meeting the tea party’s special guests, Princesses Belle and Ariel. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Polling locations for city/town primary elections Tuesday, May 7, will have temporary locations. Here are the polling locations for Warsaw, Winona Lake and Syracuse. Additionally information for Warsaw voters as to which common council district he/she will be voting for is included. All registered voters within the city of Warsaw will be …read more.

SYRACUSE — After a rainy and chilly week, Mother Nature finally decided it was time for some nice weather, just in time for Touch A Truck, held today, Saturday, May 4, at the Syracuse Community Center. Long Drive was closed so the large trucks could be on display. Part of the community center parking lot …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — This year’s May primary focuses on town/city elections in Warsaw, Nappanee, Syracuse and Winona Lake. Registered voters residing within the boundaries of these towns and cities will have candidates running for office on both the Republican and Democrat ballots. However, the contested races are within the Republican party. Warsaw Contested Races Warsaw …read more.

SYRACUSE — Summer reading for adults is starting this May at the Syracuse Public Library. The first program is an introduction about using bullet journaling to become more organized, creative and energized. Kim Blaha is sharing her bullet journal story on Tuesday, May 7 at 2:30 p.m. The library will host a moon-watching event Saturday, …read more.

[weaver_youtube 7Tc4c9ONO7o rel=0] WARSAW — Even with cloudy skies, the weather stayed dry for the “Musical May” First Friday event in downtown Warsaw on May 3. Several musical artists and groups performed at the event, including Beez and the Rocker; acoustic duo Two of Us; Baile Folklorico; and local musician David Haney. While relaxing and …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Two emergency preparedness drills will take place on the Parkview Regional Medical Center campus, located at 11109 Parkview Plaza Drive, Fort Wayne, this weekend. On Saturday, May 4, the hospital will be hosting a mass casualty exercise in cooperation with area agencies at the Parkview Family Park, the emergency department entrance and …read more.

Columbia City — Parkview Physicians Group has announced the appointment of Mark Adams, M.D., F.A.A.P. to its medical staff. Adams is a board certified pediatrician with more than 35 years of experience. He is currently accepting new patients at the Parkview Warsaw facility. Adams earned his undergraduate degree in biology at Indiana University in Bloomington …read more.

WHITKO — Whitko FCCLA (Family Career and Community Leaders of America) students and family and consumer science teacher Amy Richards presented checks to B.A.B.E. of Whitley County and Whitley County Humane Society. Each check totaled $250. The funds raised were announced earlier in March as part of a larger campaign including a $500 scholarship to …read more.

Joshua Vallejo KOSCIUSKO — A civil complaint seeking damages against the Wawasee Community School Corporation and a former coach at Wawasee High School has been filed in Kosciusko County.  The filing relates to an incident that occurred between November 2013 and February 2014 and was investigated by the Warsaw Police Department and Indiana State Police.  …read more.

MENTONE — Mentone Elementary School was visited by a representative of Riley Children’s Foundation on Friday, May 3, to be lauded for their fundraising efforts to help the non-profit in its continued efforts to help ailing children. Susan Miles is the program officer for Riley’s Kids Caring & Sharing program. She made stops throughout the …read more.

SYRACUSE — After three successful years as executive director of the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce, Andrea Keller has submitted her resignation to the chamber board, stating her last day will be Friday, May 10. For personal reasons that include focusing on family and pursuing creative outlets in photography, Keller has expressed appreciation and gratitude for …read more.

WARSAW — The weather is warming up and almost right for a lap around the Parkview YMCA trail. Parkview Warsaw Center for Healthy Living has announced a chance for members of the community to take a leisurely stroll with Parkview physician Sabeena Ramrakhiani, MD, PPG-Cardiology, on Thursday, May 9, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The Walk …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College is pleased to announce two new initiatives to make bachelor degree programs more accessible to Indiana students, in particular transfer students from Ivy Tech. Grace now accepts the Statewide Transfer General Education Core, allowing a seamless transfer of 30 general education credits from any public state university. Grace College also …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — On Monday, April 29, the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office hosted professional speaker Chris Sheeren, who spoke to the women in the Jai Chemical Addictions Program about looking to their future with optimism and hope. His dynamic approach encouraged the women to set attainable goals, focus on their personal strengths and to recognize and …read more.

WARSAW — At a brief Oakwood Board of Regents meeting held Thursday, May 2, Oakwood Sexton Hal Heagy started off by stating that a replacement has not yet been selected for former Board Member Dave Baumgartner, who resigned in March. A second foundation pour is ready to be done as soon as weather permits, and Heagy …read more.

WARSAW — A comic book and gaming event Saturday, May 4, is planned to help benefit Big Brothers, Big Sisters. Dubbed the Super Geeks and Gaming 2nd Annual Star Wars Cantina & Free Comic Book Day, the event is planned for 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Super Geeks and Gaming, 322 N. Detroit St., …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Farmers and Artisans Market is gearing up for a fun and plentiful 2019 outdoor season, with Kosciusko Community Hospital as their premier 2019 sponsor. Opening day is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 4, and will run every Saturday through October 26. The market will be set up …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Mike Poore, regional president of Lutheran Health Network in Fort Wayne, announced Friday, May 3, that he will conclude his work with the company by the end of May. “It was difficult to reach this decision and it is equally hard to share this news with you now because it had been …read more.

MENTONE — The town of Mentone will honor its firefighters during the 2019 Egg Festival, scheduled for May 30 to June 1. In keeping with the theme of recognizing firefighters, longtime Mentone fireman Mike Yazel will be this year’s parade marshal. Many of the all-time favorites of the Egg Festival will again be featured with …read more.

WARSAW — The City of Warsaw announced that Buffalo Street between SR 25 and Market Street will be closed today, May 3. There will be lane restrictions on westbound SR 25. Eastbound SR 25 will be closed today. This is to allow for paving due to the recent sinkhole. Motorists are encouraged to find an …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — United Way of Kosciusko County will host a diaper and wipes drop-off event from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 7, at the K21 Pavilion. People interested in donating a Bundle of Joy can purchase diapers and wipes and bring them to the K21 Pavilion or have them shipped directly to United Way …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parkinson’s Support Group will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 10, at the administrative offices of Kosciusko Community Hospital. Pharmacists Bill and Sherry Winn of Pill Box Pharmacy will be speaking at this month’s meeting. Each month is an opportunity to learn more from professionals and specialists in the …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Ward 1 race for Winona Lake Town Council features a challenger versus a non-elected incumbent. The only contested race for the board includes sitting board member Theila “Tecy” Banta, 516 School Street, who filed for re-election on Jan. 11 and Jim Zachary, 206 5th St., Winona Lake, who submitted his paperwork …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools has announced William Robison, a senior student at Warsaw Community High School, has been recognized by the Indiana Association of School Principals as a 2019 Indiana Academic All-Star. Robison is one of 40 high school students from across the state to receive the honor at a luncheon held Thursday, April …read more.

SYRACUSE — Gov. Eric J. Holcomb and Indiana Department of Natural Resources Director, Cameron Clark, announced Thursday, May 2, 17 communities and non-profit organizations will receive $24.9 million for 42 miles of new trail development as a part of the initial round of the Next Level Trails program. Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee received more than $1 …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles announced today branches in counties holding a primary election will extend hours of operation next week. Branches will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, May 6, and from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 7, to issue ID cards and driver’s licenses to …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Alcoholic Beverage Board approved a permit for a new business in Winona Lake during its meeting on Thursday, May 2. Port Winona LLC, 807 E. Canal St., Winona Lake, is a wine shop that will also offer beer, meats, cheeses and small grocery items. Owner James Zachary and General Manager …read more.

MENTONE — The Mentone Town Board is close to a decision to end its annual spring clean-up, depending how the event goes this year when it’s held May 15. The town allows residents, with certain restrictions, to do their spring cleaning during the annual event and the town’s trash collector, Valley Sanitation, facilitates the extra …read more.

WARSAW — Barbee Marina has been chosen as Member of the Month by the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce. Known for keeping customers boats in the best condition, the marina also rents boats and watercraft and stores boats. In business since 1968, Barbee Marina is located on Little Barbee Lake at 314 EMS B61 …read more.

CLAYPOOL — This morning, Claypool Elementary was made aware of a situation that occurred in town requiring increased police presence from the Indiana State Police Department throughout a region of Claypool. This perimeter included part of the Claypool Elementary parking lot as a cautionary measure. All students entered the building as normal and the situation …read more.

WARSAW — Local health officials are advising residents to be safe, rather than sorry when it comes to preparing themselves against measles. Responding to an announcement this week from the Indiana Department of Health, which issued a standing order to help get Indiana adults vaccinated against the infectious disease, Kosciusko County Health Department Administrator Robert …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Tractor Supply Company is calling for 4-H and FFA youth to demonstrate what it means to be a great neighbor during the retailer’s Mobile Fair Tour, a 10-stop journey across the United States. The “Great Neighbor” contest is an experiential component of the mobile fair tour where local youth are encouraged to submit …read more.

WARSAW — The topic of commercial solar energy system farms continued this month at the Kosciusko County Area Planning Commission meeting held Wednesday, May 1.  Kosciusko County commissioners previously approved a 90-day moratorium on solar energy farms after the issue was raised at a commissioners meeting in February. The moratorium is in effect until June …read more.

By Darla McCammon In the country of France, the island in the Seine that was to eventually house Notre Dame Cathedral had a long history including a lengthy time of rule by the Roman Empire. It would also hold many royal residences including the King of the Franks until Philippe Auguste in the 12th century …read more.

WARSAW — Humility and teamwork were the main topics of the Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy banquet and graduation held Wednesday evening, May 1. Thirty-two high school students from five area schools graduated from the program. During their time in KYLA, students interacted with several guest speakers and focused on giving back through Project Proud, a …read more.

WARSAW — When local farmer Kevin Boyer had barely mastered walking, his father took him into the woods. Don Boyer taught his son how to plow fields, bale hay and care for ailing livestock, but he also passed on a knack for spotting spore-laden gold growing up out of the damp, forest soil. Few things …read more.

  WINONA LAKE — Growing up, 28-year-old Katie Jacobson saw her “unconventional” family as normal, or at least as normal as any family can be. With 11 adopted cousins and a large but close extended family, her childhood gave her a unique lens to see life through when it comes to values and passions. “For …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department is hosting a Paint in the Park Program at 6 p.m. Friday, May 10.  This event is a great choice for girls’ night out or date night. Create a canvas masterpiece while you enjoy a relaxing night out at the Center Lake Pavilion. The $15 registration fee includes …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) KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — “What do you wish people understood about addiction?” A few answers were offered, followed by silence. “I wish …read more.

WARSAW — Fans of 2019’s “Avengers: Endgame,” “Captain Marvel” and “Shazam!” can celebrate these and numerous other comic book series through Free Comic Book Day on Saturday, May 4. From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. this Saturday, anyone can show up to Chimp’s Comix, 919 E. Winona Ave., Warsaw, to receive two free comic books. …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — The 2019 Fort Wayne Newspapers Design an Ad contest recently announced the contest’s winners. Over 2,000 students from 30 schools created ads designed to sell today’s top products and services. Thirty-six Whitko Jr./Sr. High School art students received the honor of “Advertisers Choice” finalist in the high school category out of 40 …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Career Center offers monthly workshops that can be completed in increments, with assessments and certifications upon completion. This is the place to prepare yourself for a growing business and manufacturing world that demands more digital literacy and online/tech skills. Goodwill Industries Week will take place from May 6 to 10. The …read more.

WARSAW — With forecasting of rain for at least the next four days, local experts are saying that water will only continue to accumulate and that residents in Kosciusko County should brace for pretty soggy conditions for the foreseeable future. “We have seen more than four and a half inches of rain in the past …read more.

WINONA LAKE — On April 25, Heartline Pregnancy Center hosted its annual Gathering of Hope Banquet at the Winona Heritage Room in Winona Lake. More than 200 guests gathered to raise more than $40,000 to support Heartline’s services to the community. “Thanks to all who attended and gave, we were able to raise an amount …read more.

SILVER LAKE — The 2019 Silver Lake Alumni Banquet will be held on Saturday, June 8, at South Pleasant U.M. Church. Registration begins at 5 p.m., with dinner at 6 p.m. Pre-registration and payment of $16 for this year’s banquet needs to be received by June 1. Special recognition will be given to the classes …read more.

KOSCIUSKO —  Mario Massillamany, partner at law firm of Massillamany Jeter & Carson LLP, Fishers, filed a tort claim notice against the Indiana State Police, Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer, Kosciusko County and Warsaw City Council on behalf of local landlord Chad Zartman.    The claim follows an incident that occurred in March when Zartman was …read more.

MILFORD — The Milford High School 95th annual alumni association banquet will be held on Saturday, June 8, in the Milford Junior High School cafeteria, located at 611 W. Emeline St. The classes of 1949, 1959 and 1969 will be honored at this year’s alumni gathering. The class of 1969 attended its first 11 years …read more.

More Than 2 Million Tickets Available To Hottest Summer Shows For $20 INDIANAPOLIS — Live Nation Indiana revealed Its 5th annual National Concert Week for May 1 to May 7 and announced plans to give fans the exclusive opportunity to purchases tickets for just $20 (all-in including fees). Kicking off an epic summer concert season, the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a flood warning for Tippecanoe River near Ora from Wednesday afternoon, May 1, to late Sunday night, May 5. Heavy rainfall in recent days has caused rivers to rise. At 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 30, the stage was 11.3 feet and rising. Flood stage is …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A D-Day 75th anniversary month of remembrance proclamation was approved and signed by commissioners at the Kosciusko County commissioners meeting held Tuesday, April 30. Kosciusko Honor & Remember Committee Co-Chairs John Sadler and Ken Locke presented the proclamation declaring the month of June 2019 as D-Day month due to the approaching 75th anniversary …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools would like to remind parents with future middle school students that both Edgewood and Lakeview middle schools are accepting transfer students. For parents of students looking to make the transition to a public school at the secondary level, NWEA testing will soon be taking place at both WCS middle schools, …read more.

WARSAW —Parkview Health is pleased to offer the community “Freedom from Smoking,” a free program developed by the American Lung Association to help individuals quit smoking. The seven-week session will be held Mondays starting at noon Monday, May 6, at the Parkview Warsaw Center for Healthy Living. In this program, participants will: Set goals and …read more.

WARSAW — Arrow Head Country Resource Conservation and Development Area has announced an award of $2,500 to Edgewood Middle School engineering teacher, Abbi Richcreek. The grant money will go toward a CNC router that will be used to produce durable educational signage for a local nature area. Arrow Head has given more than $270,000 in grants …read more.

WARSAW — Abbi Richcreek, an engineering teacher at Edgewood Middle School, was recently initiated into Epsilon Pi Tau, a Leading International Honor Society for Technology, during the International Technology and Engineering Educators Association Conference in Kansas City. Over the past year, Richcreek fulfilled the first of a two-year term with the board of directors for …read more.

WARSAW — Gastroenterologist James Harig, MD, has joined the medical staff at Kosciusko Community Hospital. This specialist with Lutheran Health Physicians will begin seeing patients May 20 in the Beyer Building, 1205 Provident Drive, Warsaw. Dr. Harig identifies and treats disorders related to the digestive system using the latest diagnostic techniques. He has over 30 …read more.