DECATUR — A 16-year-old Wawasee High School student was recognized for his heroic actions after a fiery car crash last summer. The crash happened Aug. 3. Several cars were involved and it was Jeb Richey who saved the life of a woman before first responders arrived. Richey, a sophomore at Wawasee High School, flies planes. …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Fifteen county spelling bee champions from northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio will compete at the 66th Annual Journal Gazette Regional Spelling Bee. The competition will be presented by STAR Financial Bank on Saturday, March 7, at Purdue University Fort Wayne’s Rhinehart Music Center. Spelling will begin at 10 a.m. in the Rhinehart …read more.

WARSAW — A man will pay more than $10,000 in restitution and potentially serve prison time pending his approval for work release after battering a man, causing him to have a seizure. Raymond R. Tracey III, 34, of Ashley, was charged with battery resulting in serious bodily injury, a level 5 felony. A charge of …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw-Oakwood Cemetery is requesting that all winter decorations that have been placed in or on the ground at gravesites be removed as soon as possible. Grave blankets should have been removed by March 1, according to the Board of Regents rules and regulations. Remaining blankets are being placed near the shop …read more.

The Sears Hometown Store in the Marketplace of Warsaw shopping center is scheduled to close April 10. InkFreeNews photo by Kory Stoneburner-Betts. WARSAW — The Sears Hometown Store is in the midst of closing. Owner Ken Ashpole is closing the store at 2816 Frontage Road in the Marketplace of Warsaw shopping center. He is retiring, …read more.

WARSAW  — At the Kosciusko County Commissioners meeting Tuesday, March 3, Sheriff Kyle Dukes received approval to apply for a DNR grant in the amount of $15,000.  “This grant is used for the sheriff’s office marine patrol — Lake Wawasee, Lake Syracuse and Tippy Lake,” Dukes said. “Right now we currently have 15 officers who …read more.

WARSAW — If you’re in the market for surgical masks, you may not have much luck — at least locally. But the demand for the masks appears to be misdirected. Heightened fears related to the novel coronavirus and the potential for a global pandemic has led to a worldwide shortage of medical masks and respirators …read more.

WARSAW — The Friends of the Warsaw Community Public Library and Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce members held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, March 3, for ‘Story Emporium,’ a new used bookstore that is located in the library. Story Emporium is sponsored and managed by the FOL and volunteers. According to a release from the Friends …read more.

WABASH ­—The Eagles Theatre under the direction of the Honeywell Foundation celebrated its first concert featuring Wabash’s own Crystal Gayle on Saturday, Feb. 29. Gayle’s first performance sold out to the public in a matter of minutes, resulting in an added performance by the singer on Sunday, March 1, said a news release from the …read more.

AKRON — Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation (TVSC) has received a grant award of $50,000 for the submission of their 2020 Digital Learning – Community Advisory Grant.    For 2020, grants were awarded to districts focused on building digital initiatives around the purposeful and strategic integration of technology into instruction, said a news release from the …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory, which has gone eight years without an accelerant-sniffing dog, will soon have a new one. Fire Chief Mike Wilson has received approval by Warsaw City Council to use money already available to cover expenses as Fire Marshal Joe Fretz continues to work with the dog and get certified with the …read more.

WARSAW — On Feb. 27, the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office Merit Board met to conduct the interviews and selection process for an open patrol sergeant position. Upon completion of the proceedings, the merit board selected Deputy Kreg Kuhn, said a news release from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office. A Kosciusko County native, Sgt. Kuhn began …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Eleven horses in various states of emaciation and neglect were taken into the Shadarobah Horse Rescue recently following an investigation in Whitley County. One horse had to be euthanized due to her condition. The remaining horses are now affectionately referred to as “The Whitley 10.” On Jan. 28, Indiana State Board of Animal …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Area Career Center recently announced that Griffin Reed has committed to the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, N.Y. Reed is a senior student at the WACC and is in the Advanced Culinary Arts Program under the leadership of Chef Bragg. Warsaw Community High School and WACC congratulate Reed on …read more.

WARSAW – Aside from a chilly day on Friday, it looks as if Northern Indiana is warming up. This week’s forecast for Warsaw calls for dry conditions and high temperatures in the mid-40s through Thursday.  Friday will be dry with a high near 40. Saturday will be sunny with a nigh near 46. Sunday will …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Ivy Tech Community College and Manchester University are partnering to create opportunities for Ivy Tech Honors College students. Manchester is now reserving two seats annually in its Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) or its dual degree program that grants a Pharm.D. and a Master of Science in Pharmacogenomics in the same four-year period …read more.

WARSAW — The opening of a second HopLore Brewing Co. location in Warsaw has been pushed back, according to owner Stefan King. “We’re just in a holding pattern,” said King. The opening of the Warsaw store on Argonne Road is experiencing construction delays. “It’s to be expected,” he said. The store in Warsaw will occupy …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw art studio, Spoonful of Imagination, is working with the Kosciusko County Jail Chemical Addiction Program to bring art to inmates. Spoonful of Imagination owner Erica Deuel will lead art journaling classes with the current JCAP women’s class on Friday afternoons for the next three months. The art program started Friday, Feb. …read more.

WARSAW — Purdue Extension Kosciusko County will host a one-day ServSafe food manager class and examination from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. March 11, at the Kosciusko County Justice Building’s video conference room. Do you own a restaurant or work in the food service industry? Indiana law requires that each food service establishment have one …read more.

WARSAW — Among the art and quilts on display at the Feb. 29 Annual Charity Auction fundraiser for Habitat For Humanity will be a unique work by a unique woman. Tessellations Garden/Patio Quilt is the latest creation of Linda Dilling, a former Warsaw High School math teacher, who holds degrees from Grace College in mathematics, …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Through the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute, more than $60 million is available in federal funds to support public and nonprofit organizations that provide services to Indiana crime victims. This is part of the Victims of Crime Act assistance program and funded by the federal Crime Victims Fund, which is financed through the fines …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools will host the annual kindergarten round-up event for all incoming 2020-21 kindergarten students and parents on Thursday, March 12, at all eight elementary schools. Doors open at 5 p.m., with the informational presentation scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m. and end by 6:30 p.m. This event will provide information to …read more.

WARSAW — The Grossnickle Foundation recently awarded its initial grants to support United Way of Kosciusko County and Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration. The organizations received $4,110 and $2,518 respectively, said a news release from the Kosciusko County Community Foundation. The Grossnickle Foundation is a Donor Advised Fund at the Kosciusko County Community Foundation. The Grossnickle …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will hold a prom and bridal expo at the Center Lake Pavilion from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 1. Admission to the event is free. This event will provide information on tuxedos, hair styles, jewelry, flowers, photographers, decor, catering and more. Warsaw Party Rental is sponsoring …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School junior Brennan Cox has organized a fundraiser dodgeball tournament for Riley Hospital and foster care in Kosciusko County. The double-elimination tournament will be at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 14, in the WCHS Tiger Den. It is a $40 cash entry cost per team, or $5 per person. Players must …read more.

(A slow, fly-through documenting the progress of the Conklin Bay boardwalk and trail on Lake Wawasee. Video was originally recorded on Feb. 22, by Tony Pawlicki, a member of the Syracuse-Wawasee Trails Committee, and a Realtor with Todd Realty ERA Powered in Syracuse.) SYRACUSE — Progress is being made on the Conklin Bay boardwalk project …read more.

By JEFF BURBRINK Extension Educator, Agriculture & Natural Resources – Horticulture and Crops Purdue Extension Elkhart County ELKHART — Every so often, a new plant disease comes to town. Some of them promise to be plant killers and end up fairly benign. Others, like tar spot on corn, can knock crop yields for a big …read more.

By SUE LOUGHLIN TERRE HAUTE – Ivy Tech Community College is increasingly expanding the number of eight-week course offerings, and the reason, officials say, is higher student success rates. “It is more focused and faster to complete,” said Ivy Tech President Sue Ellspermann. “For working adults, that means less time for life to get in …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Kosciusko County Property Tax Assessment Board of Appeals will meet at 8:45 a.m. Monday, April 6, to start its annual meetings for 2020. The meeting will be in the old courtroom on the third floor of the Kosciusko County Courthouse. The PTABOA will also be meeting at 9 a.m. Monday, April 13, …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace Theological Seminary will welcome Dr. Chris Armstrong, program fellow on the Faith, Work, And Economics team at the Kern Family Foundation, on Thursday, March 19. Armstrong will speak about the intersection of faith, work and economics from 8-9:30 p.m. in Westminster Hall, 105 9th Street., Winona Lake. The event is free …read more.

WARSAW – Animal Welfare League has been inundated with calls, texts and social media comments after a dog was abandoned outside its facility and tied to the building with a leash. The female Mastiff was found tethered to a door Tuesday morning, Feb. 25, after two people were caught on video leaving the dog behind …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Members of the Indiana House of Representatives at the Statehouse honored State. Rep. Dave Wolkins (R-Warsaw) for his 32 years of serving House District 18, Tuesday, Feb. 25. “Being a good husband and father are my greatest achievements, and being a public servant has been one of the biggest honors of my life,” …read more.

[weaver_youtube X-JgnlDxzCE rel=0] WARSAW — Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over. That’s the important reminder coming from the Kosciusko County Traffic Safety Partnership with two of the heaviest drinking events of the year around the corner: St. Patrick’s Day and the NCAA tournament. All throughout March, officers will be conducting overtime patrols and sobriety checkpoints to …read more.

WARSAW — A Milford man was recently arrested in two separate cases involving drugs and domestic battery. In the first case, Christopher Charles Castle, 31, 111 W. Section St., Apartment 6, Milford, is charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. Castle is also charged with domestic battery …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Five people have joined the Manchester University Board of Trustees. Trustees serve five-year terms, said a news release from Manchester University.  Here are the new additions: Jeffrey Carter, president of Bethany Theological Seminary in Richmond. He is a graduate of Bridgewater College with a Master of Divinity degree from Bethany Theological Seminary …read more.

SIDNEY – Parking issues and abandoned vehicles. Substandard housing and maybe even a deserted homeless camp along the railroad tracks. The town of Sidney is like a microcosm of many other small towns that face similar issues, but with a population of less than 100, it has fewer people to choose from who will step …read more.

GOSHEN — Elkhart County Extension Homemakers will host a free program about CBD. Olivia Western, Purdue University Extension Educator in Health & Human Sciences in St. Joseph County, will lead the discussion. The program will from 1-7 p.m. Monday, March 16, at the Purdue Extension Elkhart County office on the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds, said …read more.

ATWOOD — The Atwood Fire Department will hold a pancake and sausage breakfast from 7 to 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 29, at the Atwood Community Building, located at 213 E. Hovey St. A free-will donation is required for entry. All proceeds will benefit the Atwood Fire Department.

WARSAW — The Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County is asking for help in identifying two men who allegedly tied a dog to the shelter doors at 9:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 24.  According to an AWL Facebook post, when staff arrived at 6 a.m. Tuesday, they were unable to enter the door of the building …read more.

WARSAW — Living in Transition Effectively, the new jail ministry program expected to launch this spring, will be aimed at reducing recidivism rates and preparing inmates for re-entry into society.  LITE Coordinator Tammy Cotton and her husband, Chris, came up with the idea for the program after their daughter was incarcerated for a year and …read more.

WARSAW – A growing scandal involving two virtual schools is sending political ripples through parts of Northern Indiana. Republican candidate Bill Dixon is calling out his primary opponent, District 22 State Rep. Curt Nisly, of Milford, to respond to reports that he accepted a $1,000 campaign donation from the schools that are accused of improperly …read more.

WARSAW — On Saturday, Feb. 22, students from five schools in the Warsaw Community School corporation attended the Scholastic Chess of Indiana Regional Team Chess Tournament held at Goshen High School. The Goshen regional was one of four regional contests around the state. Grade-level teams of students competed in several rounds of chess against area …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Cub Scout Pack 3828 recently held its annual Blue and Gold Awards Banquet attended by Cub Scouts, their families and special guests at Saint Andrews United Methodist Church. The theme for the evening was moon and stars. Cub Master Don Curry handed out awards and badges to 26 Cub Scouts. The highlight …read more.

CLAYPOOL — Driving south along SR 15S, it’s hard not to notice two new large structures near the road at the Louis Dreyfus Company’s Claypool facility. According to Louis Dreyfus Commercial Manager Jeremy Mullins, the two “gigantic” Quonset will be used for soybean storage. The Quonset huts are “just a means to provide more services …read more.

By Dee Anna Muraski This week and next, with the help of Dee Anna Muraski, we will explore a new direction in art with you. Here is an excellent two-week series on modern art offered to us by Muraski. If we take a broad-brush stroke to the 1900s, it is interesting what appears. America was …read more.

From left, in front, are Heather Reichenbach, WCS board president; Elle Turley, WCS board member; Suzie Light, Kosciusko County Community Foundation CEO; and Jay Baumgartner, WCS board member.From left, in back, are Mike Coon, WCS board member; Randy Polston, WCS board vice-president; Jeremy Mullins, WCS board secretary; Dr. David Hoffert, WCS superintendent; and Brad Johnson, …read more.

SYRACUSE — During a 12-minute meeting held Monday afternoon, Feb. 24, in Syracuse, the Wawasee School Board approved a bid from Fort Wayne-based Hamilton Hunter Builders for 2020 facility improvement projects. Hamilton Hunter’s bid is for $2,219,600. All but one of the projects will be in either Wawasee High School or Wawasee Middle School. Following …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools will receive a $100,000 approved by the Indiana State Board of Education. The Career Ladder program was developed for local education agencies to develop teacher leadership opportunities. The grant will support teacher development while providing high-performing teachers expanded career opportunities in teacher-coaching and in leadership roles. All Warsaw Community Schools …read more.

WABASH — Grow Wabash County announced that the “Growth Starts Here” capital campaign has reached its campaign goal of raising $1 million. The campaign was announced by campaign chair, Parker Beauchamp, during Grow Wabash County’s Annual Dinner Celebration in October and it was met with support and excitement from the community, said a news release …read more.

LARWILL — The Whitko Community School Corporation released a statement regarding the death of 12-year-old Ayden Elijah Adee, Saturday, Feb. 22. The boy had been missing since Wednesday. His body was found Friday afternoon in a wooded area southeast of Warsaw. Ayden died as a result of self-inflicted injuries, according to the news release from …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Coroner Tony Ciriello released a statement via the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office regarding the cause of death of 12-year-old Ayden Elijah Adee. The boy had been missing since Wednesday and his body was found Friday afternoon in a wooded area southeast of Warsaw. Ayden died as a result of self-inflicted injuries, …read more.

Numerous people who watched the Warsaw mayoral race last year wondered out loud about the close connection between  Republican challenger Ron Shoemaker and the Kosciusko County Fair Board since some fair board members seemed to be supporting Shoemaker and adamantly against incumbent Mayor Joe Thallemer. The fair board scheduled two events at the Shrine Building …read more.

WARSAW — The body of 12-year-old Ayden Elijah Adee, who had been missing since 9:30 p.m., Wednesday night, Feb. 19 has been found. The body was found at approximately 12:15 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21, in a heavily wooded area near the intersection of CR 350E and CR 500S, police said. A statewide Silver Alert had …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric Holcomb announced he signed an executive order directing state agencies to pursue collection of damage information that could lead to a declaration of disaster emergency along the Lake Michigan shoreline. He also outlined steps state agencies will take to provide assistance along the shoreline, said a news release from the Governor’s …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College’s Department of Engineering held a CO2 dragster race on Feb. 1 for engineering students and faculty, high school and middle school students. Warsaw Community High School senior Marston Norris won the high school division. Jeffersonville High School senior Isaac Findley took second and homeschool senior Lauren Mermoud took third. Grace …read more.

UPDATE: This Silver Alert was cancelled at about 6:22 p.m., Friday, Feb. 21 after Arnett was found safe. DELPHI — A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared for a Delphi woman. The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the disappearance of Lauren Elizabeth Arnett, an 18-year-old white female who is 5 feet 11 inches tall …read more.

WARSAW — Steve Creighton’s “Still Life Group” oil painting has been juried into the National Oil and Acrylic Painters Society 2020 Best of America National Juried Exhibition. The painting is one of 150 selected from 1,096 entries from national and international artists.  It will be on display at the McBride Gallery, Annapolis, Md. beginning with …read more.

MERRILLVILLE — NIPSCO is accepting applications for its environmental action grant to support local nonprofit organizations with environmental initiatives. In its fifth year, NIPSCO’s Environmental Action Grant aims to provide funding for restoration and education projects throughout northern Indiana. “As part of our commitment to strengthen and support partnerships with organizations passionate about improving the …read more.

WARSAW — Lakeland Regional Sewer District Board of Trustees welcomed a new member, Joe Cleland, at its monthly public meeting Wednesday, Feb. 19. Among other agenda items, the board heard a report from Astbury Water Technology’s Matt Rippey, LRSD wastewater plant operator, reviewing district operations for 2019. Board President Jim Haney introduced Cleland, who is …read more.

  NORTH WEBSTER — The National Weather Service predicts a warm, sunny weekend and chances of more above-normal temps along with precipitation as spring nears. After a high of about 25, the low on Thursday, Feb. 20, will be around 12. Friday will be sunny with a high around 34 and a low near 23. …read more.

Editor’s Note: Indiana police corrected the spelling of Ayden’s first name. WARSAW — A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared for a Warsaw youth. The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the disappearance of Ayden Elijah Adee, a 12-year-old white male who is 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighs 108 pounds. He has red …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Chamber of Commerce congratulated Himes & Krull LLC for being selected as the February 2020 Member of the Month. Himes & Krull, LLC is one of the leading firms in and throughout the area. They are known for their continuous dedication and commitment not only to each customer but to the …read more.

By John Alley Woodlawn Hospital President and Chief Executive Officer ROCHESTER — Over the past decade, we have seen significant evolutions that have transformed surgery as we know it. It always has been and continues to be our goal to provide patients with minimally invasive surgical options. This is why I am thrilled to announce …read more.

WINONA LAKE — “When you think about being a champion, it’s not just being a champion. It’s a champion for Christ. Because when you focus on your goal, you focus on Him.” Tamika Catchings, a retired professional basketball player, spoke at the first annual Love Thy Neighbor luncheon on Wednesday, Feb. 19. The event was …read more.

CLAYPOOL — Claypool resident Penelopy Wagley addressed the Claypool Town Council on Tuesday, Feb. 18, regarding the town helping to fund a senior fitness program. A local 3B Exercise group is being proposed, with the three B’s representing body, brain and belief. The group would be those ages 55 and older. “The body portion would …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools’ fifth annual elementary robotics showcase will take place from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, March 14, at the Warsaw Community High School’s new Tiger Recreational and Activity Center. The showcase is designed to inspire students to be innovative as they program and engineer solutions to the new engineering and …read more.

WARSAW — Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana will hold a program titled “Sugar Epidemic” from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Monday, March 23, at the Warsaw Community Public Library. Learn the health benefits of removing excess sugar from your diet. Join Sue Delagrange, MS, RD for this free program. Reservations are recommended but not required. For …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Schools Board of School Trustees discussed the corporation’s upcoming summer school program and proposed high school classroom renovations during a work session on Tuesday, Feb. 18. JoElla Hauselman, Edgewood Middle School principal and summer school coordinator; and Dan Graney, summer program facilitator, were both present at the meeting to discuss …read more.

  SYRACUSE — The Syracuse Town Council passed a resolution opposing House Bill 1165 during its regular meeting Tuesday night, Feb. 18. HB1165 would make it possible for landlords to put properties in their tenants names for utilities. Clerk-Treasurer Paula Kehr-Wicker explained if the bill is passed and a utility bill goes to collection, it …read more.

WARSAW — The Board of Directors for the Kosciusko County Solid Waste Management District discussed issues with illegal dumping at the North Webster recycling site during its meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 18. On Feb. 4, two recycling containers at the KC Recycling Depot’s North Webster location were filled with used insulation. The depot made a …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Area Plan Director Dan Richard and Attorney Steve Snyder brought a rezoning request to the Kosciusko County Commissioners at the Feb. 18 meeting. Richard described the area as “a 10-acre plus tract of ground just north of the town of Milford, off SR 15, north of CR 1350N, at the north end …read more.

By Darla McCammon In my 11 years as executive director of the Animal Welfare League, I encountered many different personalities. Some of them were our clients and staff members, while others were generous donors and volunteers. I enjoy meeting people and many in this group were also quite entertaining to know. One of those unique …read more.

LARWILL — Whitko Superintendent Dr. Brandon Penrod gave a presentation on “Advancing Educator Effectiveness and Equity at Whitko” during the Whitko School Board meeting, Monday, Feb. 17. Penrod introduced a new teacher development initiative to the school board. The initiative was made possible through funds provided by the Career Ladders Grant from the State of …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee heard an update on the Conklin Bay project at its meeting Monday evening, Feb. 17. The board also heard from two Syracuse Lake residents who walk the trail on a regular basis. The two women, who frequent the trails, attended the meeting. They expressed concern about the trail being maintained …read more.

CLAYPOOL – Town officials in Claypool are now officially exploring the idea of selling its water system to Indiana American Water – the same company that provides service to Warsaw and part of Winona Lake. The Claypool water system has some looming repairs that are needed, and sale of the utility could provide a nest …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Manchester University is expanding its pharmacogenomics education program with an online graduate certificate designed for health care professionals seeking to enhance, expand and differentiate their practice. The program begins in fall semester 2020, said a news release from Manchester University. Pharmacogenomics (PGx), a major component of personalized medicine or precision medicine, tailors …read more.

SIDNEY – The Kosciusko County Republican Party will have a caucus on Feb. 25 to fill the vacancy of the Sidney clerk-treasurer. The vacancy was created with the resignation of Etta Hurd, who had accepted the job less than a month ago. She resigned Feb. 10 for personal reasons. Declarations of candidacy are available at …read more.

WARSAW – Education issues were front and center Friday at the legislative “Third House” in Warsaw as two Republican state lawmakers defended the state’s efforts to provide more support for teachers. State lawmakers are more than halfway done with this year’s short legislative session. Attempts to consider legislation to boost teacher pay this year died …read more.

Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill is now facing the potential for a 60-day suspension following a recommendation Friday in the continuing fallout from the groping allegations against the first-term state official. Hill, the former Elkhart County Prosecutor, was accused of groping women at a party in Indianapolis in March of 2018. While a special prosecutor …read more.

WARSAW — Kathy Groninger formally announced her candidacy for Kosciusko County Council at Large. Originally from Indianapolis, Groninger has called Kosciusko County her home for the past 27 years. She is a 1987 graduate of DePauw University with a Bachelor of Science degree and a major in political science. Upon graduating from college, she worked …read more.

SILVER LAKE — It appears the town of Silver Lake is done waiting for a building plan to develope for the old elementary. At the Silver Lake Town Council meeting held Wednesday, Feb. 12, town attorney Karin McGrath made an announcement regarding the old school building.  “A phone call was made today to Bruce Munson, …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — State Sen. Ryan Mishler (R-Bremen) welcomed seven students to the Indiana Statehouse as Senate pages in January. The following students served as pages: Anna and Ella Denham, Warsaw, home-schooled; Ryan Gadziola, Plymouth, St. Michael Catholic School; Katherine Josellis, Warsaw, Warsaw Community High School; Jacob Kissling, Warsaw, Warsaw Community High School; and Sutton and …read more.

WARSAW – Something new in Warsaw – Lake City Game Fest – will debut Saturday at Sacred Heart elementary’s gym and will include a choice of more than 759 tabletop games. The charity event is organized by Chimp’s Comix of Warsaw. Games are being supplied by Gen Con Games Library, which serves as a traveling …read more.

WARSAW —  A request by Jail Chemical Addiction Program Coordinator Courtney Jenkins was approved at the  Kosciusko County Council meeting Thursday, Feb. 13. Last month, when Jenkins requested permission to spend $114,861 received in grant funding from the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute, the request was tabled for further review due to questions about a line …read more.

SYRACUSE — Indiana Department of Education released the 2019 state graduation rate Tuesday, Dec. 31. In 2019, Indiana’s graduation rate was 87.29 percent, and the non-waiver rate was 76.73 percent. In 2018, Indiana’s graduation rate was 88.1 percent with a non-waiver graduation rate of 80.78 percent. Wawasee High School’s graduation rate was 90.99%, or 212 …read more.