Governor Mike Pence today issued the following statement after the second reading of House Bill 1609, State Board of Education. “For the sake of our kids, education in Indiana must function at the highest levels. Our administration took the first step to restore harmony in education governance by dissolving the Center for Education and Career …read more.

EDITORS NOTE: This is the start of a series of essays leading up to the celebration of the  Indiana Bicentennial In December 2016. The essays focus on the top 100 events, ideas and historical figures of Indiana, in chronological order, tying each to a place or current event in Indiana that continues to tell the …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Downtown Warsaw First Friday 2015 Kicks Off With Fire And Ice – 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6 Danny’s Sports Bar DJ Sparky Boss – 10 p.m. Friday, Feb. …read more.

The Tippecanoe Valley High School English and Art students will present a gallery of and art to raise money and awareness for Destiny Rescue fighting against human trafficking. The event will take place from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24 in room 117 of TVHS. There will be an admittance fee of $1 for students and seniors, …read more.

In Thursday afternoon’s meeting of less than two minutes, The Alcohol and Tobacco Commission of Kosciusko County approved license renewals for Bulldog Saloon in Mentone, Redwood Firewood Grill in Warsaw and Barbee Hotel & Restaurant in Warsaw. The next meeting is scheduled for 1 p.m. Thursday, March 5, at the Kosciusko Court House.

By C. AARON ROVENSTINE Sheriff, Kosciusko County With the tragedies and crimes that have been occurring throughout the country involving citizens buying and selling items on Craigslist and other online businesses, the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department would like to remind citizens that our parking lot and/or lobby can be accessed for potential arrangements. In today’s …read more.

The National Academy of Engineering (NAE) has elected 67 new members and 12 foreign members, announced NAE President C.D. (Dan) Mote Jr. today. This brings the total U.S. membership to 2,263 and the number of foreign members to 221. Election to the National Academy of Engineering is among the highest professional distinctions accorded to an …read more.

Next year marks Indiana’s bicentennial, and the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce is getting involved in celebrating it, with board members hearing about local efforts at the monthly meeting Feb. 4. Kristi Martin, chamber executive assistant, stated she and Becky Brower with the Syracuse Public Library attended a meeting in regards to county-wide efforts to celebrate …read more.

Kosciusko The following individuals were arrested and booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Feb. 4 Samantha Jane Lackey, 18, 1506 Tippecanoe Drive, Warsaw, arrested for battery. Bond: $500 cash Leann Maria Theresa Ritenour, 32, 1829 NYE St., Warsaw, arrested for theft. Bond: $2,000 surety Jonathan Carlie Shepherd, 25, 1840 SR 25, Warsaw, arrested for theft. …read more.

Cyber attackers executed a very sophisticated attack to gain unauthorized access to one of Indianapolis-based Anthem Inc.’s IT systems and have obtained personal information relating to consumers and Anthem employees who are currently covered, or who have received coverage in the past. The information accessed includes names, birthdays, social security numbers, street addresses, email addresses …read more.

U.S. Congressman Marlin Stutzman issued this statement following today’s Budget Committee hearing with Office of Management and Budget Director Shaun Donovan. “After today’s hearing with Director Donovan, I am no more convinced that President Obama’s budget is a serious attempt to strengthen our economy or help return Washington to a time of fiscal responsibility. “This …read more.

According to Kosciusko County resident Darcey Vilamaa the accident involved a plow truck and a black SUV on SR 15 just past Symmetry Medical. The back driver side window was broken. Traffic was backed up to the north on SR 15 and at the time of the photos there were no police or medical teams present. …read more.

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for northern Indiana, including Kosciusko, Elkhart, Whitley, Marshall, Noble, St. Joseph, and Allen Counties, until late Thursday morning. The outlook calls for lake effect snow showers through tonight with an additional one to three inches of accumulation possible in areas favored by northwest winds. Wind …read more.

Current forecasts are calling for accumulating snowfall to continue moving across most of Indiana and lasting through the evening. Motorists should be prepared for snow and slush on highways during the peak commute hours as one to three inches of accumulation is predicted across most of the state at this time. Slightly higher accumulation totals …read more.

Wednesday afternoon’s brief Warsaw Traffic Safety Commission meeting saw the swearing in of new member Dirk Felger, as well as returning member Dan Robinson. “It is always helpful to have committed dedicated folks to help and serve on traffic issues within the community,” stated Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer. The mayor then added, “It helps to …read more.

A new economic impact report released by Lt. Gov. Sue Ellspermann and the Indiana Office of Tourism Development documents the growing impact tourism has on the Indiana economy. The report shows travel, tourism and hospitality continues to be the sixth largest industry in the state (excluding government), supports over 187,000 jobs and contributes $10.3 billion …read more.

A benefit will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, at Amvets Post 33, 6620 Koester Drive, Fort Wayne, off Lower Huntington Road at Bluffton Road, Waynedale. The benefit is for Bud Weiser, formerly of Syracuse, who died in November. There will be a soup bar, soft drinks, water, bake sale and silent auction. …read more.

Kosciusko The following individuals were arrested and booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Feb. 3 Brandon Lamarr Bolden, 22, 224 Sophie Lane, Warsaw, arrested for driving while suspended with prior. Bond: $600 cash Ted Jefferson Hight, 20, 76 EMS C24E Lane, Warsaw, arrested for driving while suspended. Bond: $300 cash Robert Lee Craig, 39, 8106 …read more.

By STEPHANIE FAROH Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Kosciusko County We see hearts everywhere we look when February rolls around. February is American Heart Month and the hearts we see out to celebrate Valentine’s Day also serve as excellent reminders to do a quick check on our own heart health. Heart disease, also known as cardiovascular …read more.

In a meeting that lasted just over 10 minutes, the Mentone town council approved the ordinance petitioned by Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation during its January meeting (see related). The board opted during January’s meeting to table the signing of the ordinance until the February’s meeting in order to give Josh Shepard, of the street department, and …read more.

The National Weather Service in northern Indiana has issued a winter weather advisory for snow, in effect from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. today. According to the NWS, snow accumulations of 2-4 inches are expected with locally higher amounts possible. Snow may be briefly heavy at times with reduced visibilities. Untreated roads will become slippery …read more.

By KARA BROOKS Office of Indiana Governor Mike Pence Governor Mike Pence is traveling to Washington, DC today where he will testify tomorrow in front of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce at a hearing titled, “Expanding Opportunity in America’s Schools and Workplaces.” You can watch Governor Pence testify live here at 10 …read more.

Tuesday afternoon’s Warsaw-Wayne Township Fire Protection Territory advisory board meeting saw Gordon Nash sworn in as a member of the board. “We are glad to have you, it is going to be a busy year,” stated Mayor Joe Thallemer to Nash. Nash was absent during the January meeting and thus was not sworn in with …read more.

Before they even walk across the platform to receive their high school diplomas, some Wawasee High School students will at least have a chance to earn a certification that can be used in the business world. Back in the fall, Wawasee was invited by the Indiana Department of Education to participate in the Microsoft IT …read more.

By LINDSAY JANCEK Communications Director, Office of Jackie Walorski Rep. Jackie Walorski thanked her Senate colleagues for passing House legislation that will reduce the number of veterans and troops who commit suicide. The bill, H.R. 203, which she co-sponsored, provides greater access to mental health care. According to the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (VA), 22 …read more.

Residents of Leesburg are asked to note Advanced Disposal will pick-up on Saturday, Feb. 7, instead of Friday, Feb. 6.

By HANNAH SCHUTTER Director of Marketing, Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts New traditions are starting at Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts; Symphony of the Lakes, a program under Wagon Wheel Center’s umbrella, is kicking off their first ever Young Artist Competition this month. Come and watch up-and-coming young musicians from all over Northeastern …read more.

Whitney Ester Kerr Whitney Ester Kerr, 28, 10491 S. Pearson Blvd., Silver Lake, has been arrested for neglect of a dependent following the birth of an unresponsive child on Jan. 21. According to a probable cause affidavit from the Kosciusko County Prosecutor’s Office, Kerr’s child, a boy, was born unresponsive after 32 weeks of pregnancy. …read more.

Payton Shrock, a senior at West Noble High School, was one of four culinary arts students from the Wawasee Area Career and Technical Cooperative to compete in a SkillsUSA Indiana regional competition Saturday and he qualified for the state competition in April. It was the first time for the cooperative to compete in such a …read more.

By MARC RANSFORD Media Relations Manager, Ball State University Tax increment financing (TIF) is a popular but ineffective economic development tool for Hoosier communities, and it needs more stringent state oversight, says a new policy brief from Ball State University. “Some Economic Effects of Tax Increment Financing in Indiana,” an analysis of TIF districts in …read more.

By MARY HORAN Vice President, Director of Marketing and Public Relations, Lake City Bank Nathan R. Conley, Assistant Vice President and Small Business Officer, was awarded the 2015 President and CEO Commitment Award at the bank’s quarterly Officer Meeting last week. Each year, Lake City Bank grants this award to an individual who has gone …read more.

By JOHN STAPLETON Marlin Stutzman Press Office U.S. Congressman Marlin Stutzman issued this statement following the release of President Obama’s budget for fiscal year 2016. “President Obama’s nearly $4 trillion budget is a bloated package of increased taxes and increased spending that never balances. His $320 billion tax hike will slow economic growth and harm …read more.

President Barack Obama will visit Indianapolis Friday, Feb. 6. He will be speaking at Ivy Tech Community College about jobs and economics. Specific information about a time and location for the campus event has not yet been announced. The President is expected to speak about the free community college initiative he announced last month during …read more.

Monday night’s Warsaw Common Council meeting was largely dominated by Mayor Joe Thallemer’s State of the City Address. In a speech that was about a half-hour in length the mayor detailed the progress made by the city in the past couple of years while also detailing the steps planned to continue the process moving forward. …read more.

UPDATE: At approximately 8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 2, Salvador R. Gonzalez, 37, Third Street, Ligonier was driving northbound on CR 300E, near CR 1300N, when he lost control of his vehicle due to snow, slid off the roadway and struck a utility pole. Utility lines belonging to Kosciusko REMC were downed as a result of …read more.

By KARA BROOKS Office Of Indiana Governor Mike Pence Governor Mike Pence has named Kent Abernathy as Commissioner for the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles. Abernathy currently serves as Chief of Staff at Indiana Department of Environmental Management. Current Commissioner Don Snemis will serve as Special Counsel for Program Integrity at Family and Social Services …read more.

With up to 17.2 inches falling in areas of the county, it is no wonder that Kosciusko is currently under a travel “watch”. According to the National Weather Service in Syracuse, 17.2 inches of snow fell 7 miles east/southeast of Leesburg, 14 inches fell in Warsaw and 11.2 inches fell in Winona Lake. The NWS …read more.

Wabash County, by order of the County Commissioners, is now under a Travel Advisory (Yellow) until further notice. Use caution while driving as roads are still snow covered with slick spots. A Travel Advisory: The lowest level of local travel advisory means that routine travel or activities may be restricted in areas because of a …read more.

Don Snemis, Commissioner of the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) announced today a number of additional tax refunds and fee credits that will take place as a result work begun by the BMV and verified by its consultant, BKD, which has been handling the internal review of the BMV since their work started in …read more.

Kosciusko The following individuals were arrested and booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Feb. 1 Jose Vera, 25, 3104 East Wooster Road, Pierceton, arrested of OWI with a BAC between .08 and .15. Bond: $550 cash Kenyon Dwight Harris, 28, 600 North Lake Street, Warsaw, arrested on four counts of failure to appear and domestic …read more.

At 4 a.m. this morning, the National Weather Service issued another winter storm warning for Kosciusko, Marshall, Fulton, Whitley, Elkhart, Noble, Allen and St. Joseph Counties. Light snowfall, along with blowing and drifting snow, is expected to continue to make travel difficult, especially on east-west roads. Unplowed areas may be impassable. Travel is only recommended …read more.

Syracuse Lake was a serene combination of sun and ice when locals began to arrive Saturday morning. It is the scene for Syracuse’s annual snowmobile races, hosted by the Kiwanis. Just off the beach area, the lake will packed with ATVs, trailers, an assortment of off-road toys and most importantly, all kinds of snowmobiles. There …read more.

EDITORS NOTE: This is the start of a series of essays leading up to the celebration of the  Indiana Bicentennial In December 2016. The essays focus on the top 100 events, ideas and historical figures of Indiana, in chronological order, tying each to a place or current event in Indiana that continues to tell the …read more.

Kosciusko, Marshall, Elkhart, Wabash, Fulton, Whitley and Noble counties have been placed under a “watch” advisory level according to the Indiana Department of Homeland Security. This means that conditions are threatening to the safety of the public. During a “watch” local travel advisory, only essential travel, such as to and from work or in emergency …read more.

UPDATE: The National Weather Service has changed the possible snow accumulation totals from 7 to 11 inches to 10 to 15 inches. Please use caution while traveling this evening and tomorrow.  The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning in effect from 7 p.m. this evening to 4 a.m. Monday for the following …read more.

The 2015 Syracuse Winterfest took a chilly turn at 3 p.m. Saturday afternoon as 19 brave men and women took to the icy waters of Lake Wawasee for the annual Freezin’ For A Reason Polar Plunge. The event’s entry fees and spectator donations went toward the Wawasee Boomerang Backpack program, whose mission is provide food …read more.

EDITORS NOTE: This is the start of a series of essays leading up to the celebration of the  Indiana Bicentennial In December 2016. The essays focus on the top 100 events, ideas and historical figures of Indiana, in chronological order, tying each to a place or current event in Indiana that continues to tell the …read more.

The sixth annual Wawasee Kiwanis Soup Supper featured “one of the best turnouts we’ve ever had,” according to the event’s chairperson Elaine Pearson. “I’d like to rename this event the ‘Taste of Syracuse,’ because we have so many talented cooks (contributing their soups)” she added, referencing the 22 delicious varieties offered at the event. The …read more.

Thanks to the generosity of a longtime resident, Pierceton will soon begin the construction of a walking and biking trail. Barbara Faris resided in Pierceton for more than 60 years and was actively involved in the community, including serving as a volunteer EMT for the local ambulance service and Habitat for Humanity. Upon her death …read more.

By CHRISTY DENAULT Office of Governor Mike Pence Governor Mike Pence led a letter sent to Speaker John Boehner and Majority Leader Mitch McConnell urging the Congress to work with governors to provide states with greater flexibility, control and authority in a number of important issue areas, such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, energy, environment and …read more.

By DANI BARKEY Chief Accountability Officer, Warsaw Community Schools Five Lakeview Middle School students participated in the Indiana Music Education All-State Honor Choir in Ft. Wayne last week. Maren Andrews, Annalise Harstine, Abigail Seese, Ethan Thompson and Kayla Wentz joined 145 other elite singers to form the Middle School All-State Honor Choir. The ensemble graced …read more.

By KATY BERGER Communications Specialist, Kosciusko REMC Kosciusko REMC is seeking current high school juniors, who are the dependents of KREMC members, to apply for the 2015 Electric Cooperative Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. Two winning students from KREMC’s service area will have a chance to join other Indiana youth on this all-expenses paid trip …read more.

EDITORS NOTE: This is the start of a series of essays leading up to the celebration of the  Indiana Bicentennial In December 2016. The essays focus on the top 100 events, ideas and historical figures of Indiana, in chronological order, tying each to a place or current event in Indiana that continues to tell the …read more.

A lot of you have probably seen a concert at the Honeywell Center in Wabash. A few of you maybe caught a flick at the recently reopened Eagles Theatre. Well, these are all properties owned and operated by the Honeywell Foundation, which has recently acquired a few new properties. Last week, the Honeywell Foundation announced …read more.

UPDATE: According to Mentone Fire Department Chief Mike Yazel, several animals perished in the fire, including multiple sheep, goats, pigs, cats and calfs. No humans were harmed. The fire is believed to have been caused by a heat lamp in one of the animal areas. Total damage is estimated to be up to $15,000.   …read more.

Senior year of high school is a tricky time. Individuals must balance making friends and having a social life with making wise decisions to set them up for future success. Micah Bradley is a senior at Tippecanoe Valley High School is the exception to the norm. Micah was homeschooled until he was a sophomore. He …read more.

Members from the Tippecanoe Valley Future Farmers of America visited the State House Jan.27 in Indianapolis. This trip was sponsored by the Kosciusko County Farm Bureau, with Orville M. Haney, Akron, organizing the events for the day. The tour consisted of discussions with legislative members on the process of legislative ventures. The FFA members met …read more.

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch in effect from Saturday evening through Sunday evening for the following area counties: Kosciusko, Elkhart, Marshall, Fulton, Allen, Noble, Wabash and Miami. According to the NWS, heavy snowfall is expected with snowfall totals of 6-12 inches possible. Blowing and drifting snow, especially Sunday afternoon and …read more.

A two-vehicle wreck just north of Nappanee yesterday afternoon sent three people to the hospital. According to a press release from the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department, at approximately 3:43 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, Stanley Pletcher, 70, New Paris, was westbound on CR 52 near the intersection of CR 3. Pletcher slowed at the stop sign …read more.

UPDATE (2:18 p.m.): According to the “Pharos Tribune” in Logansport, the lockdown is a result of a tweet posted earlier this morning. Fulton County Sheriff Chris Sailors told “Pharos Tribune” that at approximately 10 a.m. this morning he was contacted by a private security firm regarding a tweet stating, “Boutta shoot up the school Boys …read more.

A Fort Wayne doctor is the first in Indiana to begin implanting 3D printed knees in patients, a cutting-edge technology that’s taking the orthopedic sector by storm. Dr. William Berghoff of Ortho NorthEast in Fort Wayne has done approximately 70 procedures over the past six months using ConforMIS Customized Knee Implants, developed by the medical …read more.

Lakeland Christian Academy’s Senior girls basketball players got a unique and fun sendoff before their final home game wearing the Cougar uniform Thursday night. The night had been previously dubbed “Hawaiian Night,” and students and adults alike seemed to be embracing the theme over the course of the day’s three basketball games. The afternoon started …read more.

According to the National Weather Service, Warsaw’s Thursday night weather prediction calls for a chance of drizzle, snow showers, and freezing drizzle before 10 p.m., then a chance of snow showers. Cloudy, with a low around 20 degrees. There is expected to be a northwest wind between 15 to 20 miles per hour, with gusts as …read more.

Returning after a one-year hiatus, North Webster Winterfest 2015 is set to explode on the scene from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6. Sponsored by the Indiana Vintage Snowmobile Association, headquarters for the festival is the North Webster Community Center, 301 N. Main St. (SR 13). Admission to the show is free. Free …read more.

EDITORS NOTE: This is the start of a series of essays leading up to the celebration of the  Indiana Bicentennial In December 2016. The essays focus on the top 100 events, ideas and historical figures of Indiana, in chronological order, tying each to a place or current event in Indiana that continues to tell the …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Wagon Wheel Theatre Wagon Wheel Jr. present “Twinderella” – 2 p.m. Jan. 31 and Feb. 1. Tickets are $12. Rex’s Rendezvous Sum of 3 – 9: 30 p.m. …read more.

The Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation will host youth suicide prevention speaker, Jeff Yalden, on Monday and Tuesday, February 16 and 17. Jeff Yalden is a high energy, “tell it like it is” youth motivational speaker and parent communicator. He will provide dynamic and entertaining assemblies for students at Tippecanoe Valley High School and Tippecanoe Valley …read more.

The recently completed Parkview Warsaw YMCA facility on Mariners Drive was a $16 million project, providing health and fitness services to people all over Kosciusko County and creating a number of new jobs. As part of the funding for the new facility, the Y took advantage of New Markets Tax Credits. And what, exactly, is …read more.

Some individuals are born into the world knowing exactly what it is that they are meant to do, while other can take up to three decades and beyond to come to the same realization. One profession where this is very apparent is that of carpentry. Training and apprenticeship programs such as that available through the …read more.

Zimmer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZMH) today reported financial results for the quarter and year ended Dec. 31, 2014. The company reported fourth quarter net sales of $1.22 billion, a decrease of 1.4 percent reported and an increase of 2.4 percent constant currency over the fourth quarter of 2013. Diluted earnings per share for …read more.

UPDATE: As of 9:10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, Fort Wayne Police Department cancelled the silver alert for Scot M. Taylor. The Fort Wayne Police Department is investigating the disappearance of an adult from Fort Wayne, Ind.

The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a freezing rain advisory in effect from 4 a.m. to 9 a.m. Thursday. According to the NWS, freezing rain is expected to develop later tonight into early Thursday morning before temperatures warm above freezing. Some snow and sleet may mix in at times. Light icing is …read more.

By TAMMY COTTON Rose Home Board President Local women’s recovery home, The Rose Home North, operating under the umbrella organization, Rose Home Inc. in Fort Wayne, Indiana announced today it has a new board of directors and plans to make major changes at the home. The Rose Home is a Christian not-for-profit transitional living home …read more.

By LINDSAY JANCEK Communications Director, Office of Congresswoman Jackie Walorski This week, Rep. Jackie Walorski supported a package of legislation to combat human trafficking. The 10 bills were passed with bipartisan support and would help prevent human trafficking in the U.S. and internationally. “Enough is enough. Human trafficking is the second fastest growing crime in …read more.

Court Appointed Special Advocates is a national organization that spans nearly every county in Indiana as well as all 50 states. Volunteers are counted on to obtain information on children who have found their way into the court system due to abuse, neglect or highly contested custody battles. Although it is ultimately the judge’s decision as to …read more.

Warsaw Police Sgt. Bob Long is retiring from the department following 34 years of service. An open house is planned from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30, at the Warsaw Police Department, 2191 E. Fort Wayne St. The public is invited to attend. Long started with the Warsaw Police Department on Feb. 1, …read more.

With January nearing its end, another great season of First Fridays is on the horizon for downtown Warsaw. The 2015 First Friday season will start up as it has for the past few years with Fire and Ice. The sidewalks of downtown Warsaw will be adorned by impressive ice sculptures. [weaver_youtube xneJlnjBEI4 rel=0] For last …read more.

U.S. Congressman Marlin Stutzman issued this statement in light of President Obama abandoning his proposal to tax 529 plans and his cosponsorship of H.R. 529, a bill introduced by Representatives Lynn Jenkins and Ron Kind to protect middle class families by strengthening 529 college savings plans. “Every young American deserves the opportunity to go to …read more.

  The year 2014 proved to be a record-breaking one for the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce outgoing President Richard Owen shared at the chamber’s annual awards banquet Tuesday evening. “The chamber’s membership record was broken,” Owen said. “We crossed 200 members.” Those 200-some members were the focus of the banquet as the chamber honored several …read more.

Milford Police continue their investigation into a break-in and robbery at Subway, North Higbee St., (SR 15), Milford. The robbery/break-in occurred Sunday evening, early Monday morning. Police were called at 7:10 a.m. Monday by an employee reporting for work. The female employee found the back door open and a side window broken out. Police arrived …read more.

Milford Town Marshal Rich Miotto and Officer Tim Miller were called to 309 S. Main St., around 4 p.m. for a suspicious package left in a yard. What officers found was a small pink purse/clutch that contained drug paraphernalia. Officers are continuing their investigation.

The Indiana Department of Transportation will hold a public hearing for the proposed SR 5 Bridge project over the Eel River. The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, at the South Whitley Community Public Library, 201 E. Front St., South Whitley. The purpose of the hearing is to offer all interested persons …read more.

By BUZZ LAIL Warsaw Plunge Chair, Special Olympics Indiana For the first time ever, Warsaw will host a Polar Plunge, benefiting Special Olympics Indiana. Daring souls and warm hearts will prepare for an icy dip at the 2015 Polar Plunge. Beginning at 12:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 21, the Plunge will be located at the Center …read more.

Sacred Heart Church in Warsaw recently welcomed a very special visitor, Father Raynould, principal of John Paul II School also Sacred Heart’s Twinning Sister Parish St. Nicholas in Kenscoff, Haiti. Father Phil DeVolder pastor of Sacred Heart Church introduced Father Raynould at the beginning of each mass and stated that Sacred Heart Church was the …read more.

By KELLY L. HECKAMAN Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Kosciusko County Starting Wednesday, Feb. 11, Purdue Extension in Kosciusko County will offer a series of traditional winter farm meetings with a digital-age twist – participants and presenters from throughout the state will be linked via the Internet. “Winter has traditionally been the time for farmers across …read more.

By SUE PETERSON President, Peterson Media Goodwill Industries of Michiana, Inc. will facilitate a job fair at the Warsaw Community Career Center from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10. Companies attending include: Lowes, Shiloh, Cardinal Services, Comfort Inn, Symmetry Medical, Helvey & Associates, Staffmark and Patrick Industries. They will be seeking individuals for …read more.

Police arrested Gary James, 27, 4311 W. 18th St., Chicago, on charges of forgery, a class C felony and theft, a class D felony, following a December 2013 incident in Milford. James was arrested Monday and booked in the Kosciusko County Jail. Indiana State Police Officer Kyle Dukes filed the affidavit of probable cause with …read more.

The Kosciusko County Commissioners had a number of items requiring approval on the agenda for the Jan. 27 meeting. First, Sue Ann Mitchell came before the commissioners representing the county’s Board of Finance. Commissioner Ron Truex, who was uncharacteristically absent from the meeting, was reappointed to the board. Then Mitchell summarized the board’s investment for …read more.

Michael Shea Gray, 41, 5597 E. CR 700S, Pierceton was arrested early this morning on a charge of aiding, inducing or causing burglary, a class B felony and aiding, inducing or causing theft, a class D felony, both charges filed on May 22, 2014. Court documents state on May 16, police were notified by an …read more.

Yesterday evening during Warsaw Community School Corporation’s monthly regular board meeting members of the community and school board met to hear final details on the proposed plan to rebuild Lincoln Elementary and remodel Washington Elementary and Edgewood Middle School. Lincoln Elementary proposal (all photos provided by WCS) The meeting began with a short presentation from Dr. David Hoffert, …read more.

Two use variance requests were unanimously approved by the Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals Monday evening. Laura Alvarado was given permission to open up a one-chair, one-person beauty salon at 805 E. Fort Wayne Street. Alvarado and her husband Hecktor, own the property and duplex in the residential neighborhood. While the city’s planning office initially …read more.

Warsaw Police Narcotic officers performed a controlled purchase of methamphetamine early this morning at a northside shopping center in Warsaw. The purchase resulted in the arrest of Lisa K. Lockman, 52, Mishawaka. Following the purchase, Lockman’s vehicle was stopped and police took her into custody. She admitted to selling three grams of meth a week …read more.

UPDATE: The accident reportedly occurred at 4:47 p.m. Monday, Jan. 26, on East SR 14, east of South CR 700E in Sidney. The driver, Chase B. Bradley, 17, of Claypool, lost control of the vehicle and slid off of the road and into a field. Bradley was treated at the scene for neck pain.   …read more.

Fribley Field on East Market Street will be getting one if not two new additions in the upcoming years. Carl Sowers, Young Tigers Football, recently presented a request at a meeting of the City of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department. Sowers reported Lowe’s has offered building materials to erect another building on the south side …read more.

By LINDSAY JANCEK Communications Director, Congresswoman Jackie Walorski Congresswoman Jackie Walorski, IN-02, reminds constituents a member of her staff will be holding office hours to assist constituents with casework and official business. The Rochester district office, located at 709 Main St., is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday. Stop by …read more.

By STACI YOUNG Assistant to Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer will present the annual State of the City address at 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 2, during the regularly scheduled Common Council meeting. The mayor will offer a look back at the accomplishments of 2014 and a look forward to the goals and …read more.

Warsaw Municipal Airport is important to the community. Not only does it bring travelers from all over the country to the biomedical industry, it provides a major economic impact to the community. Warsaw Airport has an economic impact surprising to most. Goshen, with three times the population of Warsaw, has an airport with an economic …read more.

Warsaw Municipal Airport is looking towards the future, beyond it’s five-year goals and plans. However the Federal Aviation Administration may have a different set of goals and plans. These goals and plans include lowering power lines at the east end of the south runway, alternatives to the FAA’s interest in closing CR 100E. Immediate plans …read more.

  “This is a day I have not been looking for,” stated Kosciusko Circuit Court Judge Michael Reed this morning when he handed down the sentence to Candy S. Chamness and Derrick W. Spore, both of Syracuse, on a charge of reckless homicide, a class C felony. “This was a tragic set of circumstances. I …read more.

Local author, Rebecca Dawson, will be interviewed about her book, Stamped on Every Child’s Heart – Impulsive Behavior, on two upcoming broadcasts: The Harvest Show on LeSEA Broadcasting Network – live from 9 a.m. until 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 29. This program can be accessed on DirecTV channel 367, Dish Network channel 82, and LeSEA …read more.