Akron Elementary Principal Chrissy Mills addresses the crowd. (Photo by Jarrett Van Meter) Tuesday night saw the Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation host the first of what will be two community information meetings regarding the Akron Elementary School renovation project. Tuesday’s meeting was held at Akron Elementary, while another meeting will be held at Mentone Elementary …read more.

At its Jan. 12 meeting, the Pierceton Town Council introduced an ordinance that would allow the town to issue bonds for the purpose of funding a sewage project. The ordinance describes the sewage project as, “repairs and improvements to the sewage collection systems with cured-in-place pipe, active service lateral reinstatement, point repairs, interior manhole sealing …read more.

Reorganization was the name of the game at the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce general meeting Monday at the North Webster American Legion Post 253. Members heard about the new committees being formed by the chamber’s board of directors. They are administrative, events, business development, and marketing. Members are urged to join at least …read more.

Sunday’s special meeting of the Enchanted Hills Community Association was laced with accusations of illegality and underhandedness, but the members in attendance, along with proxy voters, approved the construction of a new community center paid in part by the Bowen Center. The meeting was called by the association board pursuant to a Dec. 9 written …read more.

Michael Klondaris has announced he will seek re-election in the May 2015 primary election for Warsaw City Councilman in District Three. “It has been a real privilege and a very rewarding experience representing the people living in the 3rd district,” Klondaris said. Klondaris has served on the City Traffic Commission well as the City Plan …read more.

Among the petitions considered by the Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals during its regular monthly meeting Tuesday in Warsaw was a planned unit development (storage facilities) for Patrick Higgins. The property is zoned agricultural and is on the west side of Chapman Lake Drive, north of Greystone Drive in Plain Township. Higgins was granted …read more.

At approximately 12:30 p.m. today officials responded to a possible meth lab located in a home on Old SR 15, south of Milford. Milford Town Marshall Rich Miotto responded to the scene along with officers from the Kosciusko County Sheriff Department and an officer from the Kosciusko County Drug Task Force. Officers spoke to several …read more.

The resolution establishing the proposed North Central Co-Op TIF District received final approval from the Kosciusko County Commissioners at the Jan. 13 meeting. The resolution has been making the rounds through local government. It passed the Kosciusko County Redevelopment Commission at its meeting last week. With the commissioners approval today, the TIF District in the …read more.

Milford’s first town council meeting of the year Monday evening began with the election of officers. Doug Ruch nominated Bob Cockburn for president who accepted, though he did state, “I do believe it should be rotated around.” Cockburn’s nomination was unanimously approved. Ruch remains vice-president. All appointments remained the same as 2014 with the exception …read more.

On the third attempt, All Things New will apparently become a reality in Kosciusko County. The proposed addiction rehab facility for women was granted approval by the Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals during its regular monthly meeting Tuesday in Warsaw. The petition was originally considered by the BZA in October, then tabled and heard …read more.

Pictured from left: Kosciusko County Commissioner Ron Truex, Kosciusko County Veteran Affairs Officer Rich Maron, Veteran of the Month Harry Edward Warren, Commissioner Bob Conley, Commissioner Brad Jackson. Harry Edward Warren, 96, was honored as the Veteran of the Month at the Jan. 13 Kosciusko County Commissioners meeting. “Harry is an amazing guy,” said Rich …read more.

Syracuse Parks and Recreation Board members convened Monday evening and items on the agenda included senior activities, Syracuse Winterfest and board elections. Jerry Riffle reported the tree board continues to plan for removal of several trees in spring, and replacing the large tree in Ward Park. Riffle also announced the Department of Natural Resources is …read more.

Turkey Creek Township Advisory Board Monday started the year’s business with several housekeeping items: • The board hired Andrew Grossnickle as the township’s attorney, effective immediately. David Cates previously served in that capacity but had to resign at the beginning of the year to assume his elected position as judge of Kosciusko Superior Court 1. …read more.

Wawasee High School’s Guidance Department is sponsoring a college financial aid night for seniors and their parents. This session will provide information about important deadlines, the application process and financial aid programs. Step-by-step instructions for filling out the FAFSA will be given. Parents and senior students are encouraged to attend together. The meeting will be …read more.

During the monthly meeting of the Leesburg Town Council two officials were re-elected to the board. In a quick vote, Tom Moore was re-elected president and Doug Jones vice president for the upcoming year. Brandon Queen, Leesburg street commissioner, presented a short report on the status of equipment and snow removal in the town. According …read more.

  Warsaw Plan Commission will be tackling issues in 2015 according to Jeremy Skinner, city planner. Skinner briefly noted those issues during Monday evening’s commission meeting. Just as important as those issues being tackled first, Skinner stated an ordinance regarding sexually oriented businesses will be looked at. “We will look at the existing ordinance we …read more.

Turkey Creek Fire Department had its busiest year in 2014, averaging nearly 3.5 emergency responses per day, according to a year-end report submitted at Monday’s fire board meeting. The department handled 200 fire and 1,057 EMS runs during the year, with fire calls peaking in August and September. “That’s when people started using heating equipment,” …read more.

By LINDSAY JANCEK Communications Director, Congresswoman Jackie Walorski Representative Jackie Walorski spoke on the House floor in support of H.R. 203, the Clay Hunt Suicide Prevention for American Veterans Act, a bill that will increase access to mental health care and improve the quality of care provided to our troops and veterans. During her remarks, …read more.

By STEPHANIE FAROH Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Kosciusko County Do you wish you could hibernate like bears through the blistery cold winter? It’s the perfect time of year to grab a blanket and a good book and enjoy the winter beauty from the comfort of home. Before you get too comfortable, though, let’s remember how …read more.

The Greater Warsaw Ministerial Association has kicked off it Annual Membership Campaign for 2015. According to the GWMA’s Ken Locke, “The group meets monthly as well as to plan special events to bring the faith community together to worship and serve in the Warsaw area in the name of Jesus Christ.” GWMA also maintains a …read more.

The second annual Kids Business Fair is coming from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, March 14 to the North Webster Community Center, 301 N. Main St. (SR 13).This is a great opportunity for kids in Kosciusko County to run their own business for one day. Kids can sell items that they have created, provide a service …read more.

For those interested in weather and weather patterns an exciting opportunity is being provided by the National Weather Service’s Northern Indiana division. The annual spotter training class is just around the corner, and individuals are encouraged to register to attend and learn about how to report their personal observations to the National Weather Service for …read more.

Milford Redevelopment Commission opened its first meeting of 2015 Monday with a unanimous decision to retain officers. Dan Brown will remain as president, Chuck Bird as vice-president. Other members are secretary and treasurer, Joellen Free, Doug Ruch and Charlotte Siegfried. The commission then reviewed its finances for 2014, which saw $111,339 in tax increment financing, …read more.

By HANNAH SCHUTTER Marketing Director, Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts Do you have plans for Valentine’s Day? If not, come spend it at the Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts with two of country music’s rising stars. Kristy Lee Cook and John King will be performing; don’t miss out! [weaver_youtube nzscHkJcC9w rel=0] Cook kicked …read more.

Don Snemis, Commissioner of the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles, announced all BMV license branches will be closed Saturday, Jan. 17 through Monday, Jan. 19 in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. Branches resume their regularly scheduled business hours on Tuesday, Jan. 20.

By DANI BARKEY Chief Accountability Officer, Warsaw Community Schools A community luncheon celebration to remember Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. will be held from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 19, at the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center at Grace College. There will be music, great food and activities appropriate for all ages. Special programs …read more.

Scott Patrick Wippel, 48, 778 E. Mock Road, Milford, has been charged with intimidation with a deadly weapon, a level 5 felony, after he threatened his wife with a Turkey Samurai Sword early Saturday morning. Police received a 911 call at 12:29 a.m. Saturday to the Mock Road residence, after Wippel’s wife called police to …read more.

Grace College and Seminary has received one of the largest single gifts in the school’s history. This significant contribution was given to Grace by Mrs. Shirley (Sue) Fuson on behalf of herself and in memory of her late husband, Dr. Robert (Doc) Fuson, who passed away in March of 2012. This gift will be in …read more.

Zimmer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZMH) announced today its fourth quarter 2014 sales and earnings conference call will be broadcast live over the internet on at 8 a.m. ET Thursday, Jan. 29. A news release detailing the quarterly results will be made available  the morning of the conference call. The live audio webcast can …read more.

Emergency personnel responded to a reported residential fire located at Spring Hill Road, Warsaw, at approximately 8:30 a.m. this morning. According to officials, there were no flames at the scene, only heavy smoke. Winona Lake Fire Department was called for a full assist. The scene has been cleared at this time.

UPDATE: At 6:53 a.m. Monday, Jan. 12, at the intersection of Lake City Highway and North Parker Street in Warsaw, Treeg A. Schmidt, 34, of Liberty Center was unable to slow his westbound car in time to avoid causing a collision with the vehicle driven by Richard A. Dillender, 62, Sumpter, S.C., which was southbound. The total damage …read more.

The 2015 Miss Kosciusko Pageant is almost here and girls from all over Indiana ranging in age from 6 to 21 years of age are preparing their various routines for judges. The contest will be at 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17, at Wawasee Middle School, SR 13S, Syracuse. There is a $10 entry fee per …read more.

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook and special weather statement for portions of northern Indiana and southwest Michigan. Snow coming up from the south is expected to overspread the area. Two to four inches of snow, possibly mixed with sleet and freezing rain, is expected to come down over the region …read more.

UPDATE: As of 6:24 p.m., all Pierceton Fire units were back in service. NIPSCO is handling the issue. At approximately 5:40 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 10, Pireceton Fire Department was called to the Marathon gas station at 2124 S SR 13 in Pierceton. An odor of gas was reported coming from Subway restaurant area of the …read more.

Most commonly, impersonators claiming to be NIPSCO employees are calling to inform customers of a delinquent bill and requesting that immediate payment be made to avoid being shut off. If customers are unsure about the legitimacy of any e-mail, phone call, program or offer claiming to be affiliated with NIPSCO, please call NIPSCO’s 24-Hour Customer …read more.

Janet M. Reuter, 65, East Steven Drive, Warsaw, suffered minor bleeding to the head and was transported to Kosciusko Community Hospital for treatment. The accident occurred at 3:31 p.m. Saturday, on South Country Club Road and East Pink Magnolia Drive, Warsaw. This was the second accident at that location, that day to have occurred by …read more.

After consultation between the Highway Superintendent and the president of the Marshall County Commissioners, it was decided that all travel advisories be lifted. County roads remain snow covered and slick in spots, but are passable. Drivers will still need to proceed with caution while traveling on county roads.

UPDATE: According to a press release from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, one woman is seriously injured after colliding with a train. Upon responding to a 911 call, responders found Lorraine J. Amerkanos, 58, Leesburg, trapped inside her vehicle. She was extricated from her vehicle and transported by Multi-Township EMS to Lutheran Hospital in Fort …read more.

The Indiana State Teachers Association announced its legislative priorities on education issues for the 2015 session of the Indiana General Assembly at a news conference today. ISTA President Teresa Meredith outlined the Association’s plan to improve student learning and the practice of teaching. Meredith told reporters that ISTA supports ensuring that all public school students …read more.

It was 9:15 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, when the noise was heard that shook Michiana (see related map). From Warsaw to Nappanee, Goshen, North Manchester and even Sturgis, Mich. Those that heard the sound described it as being similar to the sound of an explosion, causing windows and homes to shake around the county and …read more.

Icy roads caused a single-vehicle accident at 12:35 p.m. Friday, on East CR 900N, south of North CR 500E, south of Syracuse. Jason L. Goldsmith, 22, East CR 1250N, Milford, complained of pain to the chest and was transported by Turkey Creek Fire Territory Paramedics to an area hospital. Goldsmith told police he saw a …read more.

Article by Dr. David Hoffert, Superintendent Warsaw Community Schools The start of the new calendar year and the holiday break for Warsaw Community Schools provided a time of both reflection and planning for the new year. Warsaw Community Schools’ mission is to inspire and equip all students to continuously acquire and apply knowledge and skills …read more.

Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation Superintendnet Brett Boggs encourages TVSC patrons to attend either of two upcoming community meetings to learn about a potential building project at Akron Elementary School. The first community meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 13, in the Akron Elementary School Gym. A second community meeting will be held …read more.

Pictured above is One Ten Craft Meatery owner Jason Brown (holding scissors) with One Ten’s Jennifer Keefer to his right and Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer to his left, surrounded by many community members. In the front row: Joni Truex, BAKFC and Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce ambassador; Tina Goon, Lake Area Promotional Specialities and Kosciusko Chamber …read more.

If you haven’t already noticed, the roads in and around Kosciusko County are a little rough this morning. Kosciusko County is currently under a advisory level travel advisory, which means roads could be slick and snow covered. “With the wind they’re calling for today, I don’t see it getting any better,” says Ed Rock of …read more.

A joint effort between Warsaw and Kosciusko County drug units resulted in the arrest of Brian Lee Slone, 37, Silver Lake, on meth related charges Thursday in Pierceton. The Kosciusko County Drug Task Force and Warsaw Police Narcotics Unit, acting on an investigative drug tip, responded yesterday to the Pierceton area, Officers enlisted the assistance …read more.

The winter weather continues to cause postponements and delays on the area high school athletic front. The Northridge at Warsaw boys basketball game tonight is postponed. The Northern Lakes Conference contest is rescheduled for Feb. 17 at WCHS starting with the JV game at 6:15 p.m. The Warsaw freshman boys basketball game tonight is also …read more.

UPDATE: The City of Nappanee has reported that the water main has been fixed. No boil order has been issued Officials with the City of Nappanee are reporting a water main break at Vernon Street and Indiana Avenue. Utility crews are working on getting the problem resolved.

Thursday evening’s Kosciusko County Council meeting saw Robert Sanders retain his position as council president and councilman Jim Moyer slide into role of vice-president for 2015. Sanders opened the meeting by asking his fellow council members for nominations. Councilman Jon Graber cited Sanders’ and Moyer’s relationships in the area and past performance as reason for the …read more.

Police and fire crews responding to a fully engulfed car fire near the intersection of CR 800N and Syracuse Webster Road, near North Webster.

The Kosciusko County Redevelopment Commission approved the formation of a TIF District in the Mentone/Burket area of Kosciusko County after a public hearing on Thursday, Jan. 8. The new TIF District was brought before the commission at its November meeting as part of the North Central Co-Op’s plan to establish a crop service center in …read more.

Two passengers in a 2007 Toyota were transported to Kosciusko Community Hospital following a four-vehicle chain reaction accident at 3:13 p.m. Thursday. The accident occurred on South SR 15 at East CR 200S, Warsaw. Transported to KCH were Kimberly L. Music, 24, North Buffalo Street, Burket, who complained of pain to the neck, and Jennifer …read more.

The Jan. 8 meeting of the Kosciusko County Alcohol and Tobacco Commission saw the board approve the renewal, with violation, for Service Liquors East in Warsaw. The store drew a violation with three different charges from an incident in May of 2013. The three charges listed on the violation were sale to a minor, minor …read more.

Weather has forced the hand of several schools in the area to cancel or postpone area athletics. The Elkhart Christian at Triton boys basketball JV and varsity games have been postponed. A new date has not yet been announced. The Tippecanoe Valley girls basketball JV and varsity games at Northfield have been postponed to Jan. …read more.

While the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce board did not have a quorum, they members did discuss the need for chamber goals in 2015 during its regular meeting Jan. 7. Chad Jonsson, who is set to take over as chamber president from Richard Owen, stated for 2015 he would like to have clear goals for the …read more.

Krystal Conley, 21, 2184 E. CR 300N, Huntington, was airlifted to a Fort Wayne hospital with head injuries following an early morning accident in Whitley County. According to the Whitley County Sheriff’s Department the accident occurred at 6:50 a.m. today at SR 114 and SR 105. Jeremy Gayed, 37, 6678 W. Maple Grove Road, Huntington, …read more.

Parking along the west side of Lake Street, south of Market Street, will slightly change when the weather breaks. Numerous suggestions and ideas were discussed before the City of Warsaw Traffic Safety Commission approved to remove the southern most parking spaces, next to the egress of Mutual Bank’s parking lot, on Lake Street. These five …read more.

Lt. Kip Shuter presented the City of Warsaw Traffic Safety Commission a 2014 traffic report from Warsaw Police. The report was submitted during the commission’s Wednesday’s meeting. The department investigated 894 crashes, 761 property damage, 133 personal injury. There were no fatalities within the city during the past year. The report also shows there were …read more.

The National Weather Service in northern Indiana has issued a winter weather advisory for snow and blowing snow effective until 4 p.m. Friday. Dangerous cold conditions are expected with wind chills 10 to 25 below zero Friday into Saturday morning. According the the NWS, snow will develop late this afternoon or early this evening and …read more.

Emergency personnel are currently responding to a reported barn fire located at CR 9547N and CR 1000W, near Nappanee. Fire under control. Cause still under investigation. No injuries. Nappanee fire, Bremen fire and Etna Green on scene. Nappanee Fire Department is responding with Etna Green Fire Department and Bremen called for an assist.  

With temperatures sitting well below freezing, the city of Warsaw has established a warming center at Center Lake Pavilion in Central Park. The center will be open form 8 a.m to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 8, and Friday, Jan. 9. Anyone needing to get out of cold and wind is welcome to stop in …read more.

Indiana State Auditor Suzanne Crouch took her ceremonial oath of office today in Indianapolis, which was administered by Indiana Chief Justice Loretta Rush. She was joined by Secretary of State Connie Lawson and State Treasurer Kelly Mitchell, who also took their oaths of office. “Being chosen by the people of Indiana to serve them as …read more.

  The Board of Directors of Indiana Philanthropy Alliance (IPA) has elected two Kosciusko County foundation leaders as board officers for 2015. Suzie Light, Executive Director of Kosciusko County Community Foundation, was elected as IPA Board Chair. Rich Haddad, President of the K21 Health Foundation, was elected as IPA Board Treasurer. Suzie Light began her …read more.

When the weather causes a delay or closing/cancellation of a meeting, start of business, shifts, even classes, officials can submit their weather related announcements to Ink Free News through the use of our simple submission form. Just click on the closings and cancellations icon under our name and a form will appear. Fill out the …read more.

Members of the Warsaw City Council, mayor and clerk-treasurer filed their candidacies with the Kosciusko County Clerk recently. Filing for seats on the common council are Cindy Dobbins, Diane Quance, Jerry Frush and Michael Klondaris. Dobbins is seeking the at-large nomination, Quance is seeking the District 5 nomination; Frush, District 4 nomination and Klondaris, District …read more.

South Bend police have arrested Roy Lee Walker, 49, on charges of murder, attempted murder and residential entry after he allegedly broke into several neighboring apartments at a complex on E. Calvert Street shooting and killing Robert Duke, 46, and Michelle Blankenship, 43, formerly of Warsaw. Police arrived at the scene shortly after 7 p.m. …read more.

One person was taken to Kosciusko Community Hospital with pain to the knee/lower leg/foot following an accident Wednesday. Flannery was injured in a two-vehicle accident at 1:14 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7, at North Colfax Street, south of East Sheridan Street, Warsaw. According Warsaw Police Lisa M. Armey, 44, East Island View Drive, Warsaw, was southbound …read more.

Warsaw-Wayne Township Fire Protection Territory advisory board members took the oath of office Monday in the board’s first meeting of the year. Sworn in for another year’s term were Sheila Burner,  Joseph Streeter and Diane Quance. Gordon Nash was absent and will be sworn in at the February meeting. Shirley Fetrow was also appointed recording …read more.

By NICK ROGERS Purdue University Purdue Extension will host 20 statewide community forums in January and February to aid the Purdue University College of Agriculture in its strategic planning. Free and open to the public, the forums are intended to gather feedback to consider as the College of Agriculture creates its five-year strategic plan later …read more.

Heather (back left) has lived in Warsaw with her husband Brian for over 7 years. They have two children, Claire and Jonah who currently attend Madison Elementary. (Photo by Alyssa Richardson) Warsaw Community School Board met yesterday evening for a yearly organization meeting of the board in order to swear in a newly elected board …read more.

By DONNA BURROUGHS, EdS Superintendent, Triton Community School Corporation The Triton Elementary Third Grade is happy to announce that they have a new guest joining them each week to help learn about eating healthy. Kathe Beehler is working as a youth food nutrition practitioner through the Marshall County Purdue University Cooperative Extension Office. Since it …read more.

The Union Tool Corporation proudly celebrated its 70th anniversary in 2014. Started by Karl J. Heinzelman, Union Tool is a family-owned business. Co-presidents Chuck Simpson and Mike Simpson represent the third generation, while the fourth generation started in October when Chas Simpson joined the company after earning an MBA from Ball State University and working …read more.

Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert is pleased to announce Dirk Felger as the new Director of Maintenance, Buildings and Grounds for Warsaw Community Schools. Felger is a graduate of Warsaw Community High School and Ball State University. In his most recent position, he served as the maintenance director for Whitko Community Schools since 2001. He and …read more.

At 11:47 a.m. today officers with the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department responded to an accident on CR 43, just south of US 6. According to authorities Maria Calderon of Albion was headed north on CR 43 when the snowy road conditions caused her car to slide off the road. Calderon and Marissa Antu, a passenger …read more.

Michael B. Sheplman, 3875 W. 1300S, Silver Lake, was booked into the Kosciusko County Jail Monday after four counts of theft, all class D felonies, were filed in Kosciusko County Circuit Court. Sheplman’s charges stem from thefts from his employer prior to the termination of his job. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Detective JD Ayres states on …read more.

Though temperatures are already below freezing, winds blowing, snow piling up and the plow trucks out in full force, AccuWeather is reporting things could be getting colder. (Photo Provided) According to a recent report, waves of Arctic air are expected to blast the Midwest throughout the week and into the weekend. “Once temperatures drop below …read more.

Warsaw Common Council approved the first reading of an ordinance increasing fees for services rendered and sale of burial plots in Oakwood Cemetery, Monday evening. The final reading and adoption of the ordinance will take place on Jan. 20, at which time the new fees will be in effect. Rates will increase anywhere from $25 …read more.

Monday evening’s Mentone Town Council meeting saw the council waive what had previously been a monthly transfer of $3,000 from the water department to a depreciation fund. As council member Shelly Kreuger explained that there is currently no pressing matter that would lead them to discontinue to add to the depreciation fund, “There is a …read more.

A wind chill warning was issued at 6:10 a.m. today by the National Weather Service and will be in effect from 10 p.m. this evening until noon Thursday. The winter weather advisory has been cancelled. In addition to Kosciusko County, other counties include Whitley and Allen counties. The snow will taper and end this morning, …read more.

The first meeting of 2015 for the Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety was short and to the point Monday morning. The three member board: Charles Smith, Jeff Grose and Mayor Joe Thallemer approved: Release of a mortgage with Warsaw Housing Authority executed by Susan and Jerry Holloway. Agreements with Pike Lake, Center Lake …read more.

“It is important to me to have individuals serve who are willing and dedicated,” stated Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer after swearing in the six members of the City of Warsaw Redevelopment Commission. “All of you are returning and have the best interest of the city (in mind). You have made tremendous progress.” Thallemer swore in …read more.

Denny Duncan announced today he would file as a candidate for the Winona Lake Town Council in the Republican Primary on May 5 of this year. Duncan is currently employed by Grace College where he is the Director of Regional Education. He worked previously with Warsaw Community Schools for 34 years, the last 18 of …read more.

Emergency personnel are currently responding to a reported mobile home fire located at Lot 25, Meadow Acres, SR 13, Sidney. No one was home during the fire and no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. The fire is under control at this time. North Manchester Fire Department has reportedly …read more.

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory in effect from 10 p.m. today until 10 a.m. Tuesday, for Kosciusko County as well as Whitley, Allen, Huntington, Wells and Adams counties among others. Snow is expected to overspread the area toward mid evening and continue into early Tuesday morning. Snowfall of 3 inches …read more.

Ryan Paul Nicholas Rautenberg, 27, Warsaw, has been booked in the Kosciusko County Jail on felony charges of fleeing/resisting law enforcement and operating a vehicle while intoxicated following a report of a residential entry. At 1:12 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, Warsaw Police responded to a Market Street address for a subject breaking into the occupied …read more.

The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a winter storm watch, which is in effect from Monday evening through Tuesday morning. The watch includes LaGrange, Noble, DeKalb, Kosciusko and Whitley counties. Snow is expected to move into the area Monday evening and continue into Tuesday morning. Snowfall amounts of 3 inches to 6 …read more.

The National Weather Service Northern Indiana issued a special weather statement and hazardous outlook this morning for the area, including Kosciusko County, for a winter weather outlook for accumulating snow and bitterly cold wind chills. Other counties included are LaPorte, St. Joseph, Elkhart, LaGrange, Steuben, Noble, DeKalb, Stark, Pulaski, Marshall, Fulton, Whitley, Allen and further …read more.

By JOE THALLEMER Mayor of Warsaw On behalf of our citizens, businesses, employers, and industry partners, it has been both a privilege and a blessing to lead our community as your mayor. It has also been an honor to lead a very dedicated staff of city employees. The past three years I have worked within …read more.

Officer Nick Vander Molen has been hard at work all year and is very deserving of such an honor. A graduate of Bethel College in Mishawaka, Indiana, Nick went on to Indiana Conservation Officer recruit school in 2012 and the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy in 2013 making him one of the newest Indiana Department of …read more.

JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist,Nappanee Public Library Events and clubs at Nappanee Public Library this week: Makerspace The new makerspace, which has been taking shape inside the Nappanee Public Library since September, opens to the public Jan. 8. Defined as collaborative, do it yourself spaces where people can gather to create, invent, and learn, makerspaces are …read more.

              Ruthann K. Johansen, 72, Hunting Ridge Trail, Granger, and Robert C. Johansen, 74, Hunting Ridge Trail, Granger, both complained of back pain and were transported to a hospital following a one-vehicle accident Saturday. The accident, reported at 1:22 p.m. was on South SR 13 at South CR 500E, …read more.

Two people were taken to Lutheran Hospital, For Wayne by Multi-Township EMS following a two-vehicle accident at 12:34 p.m. Saturday. The accident was on West CR 900N at North CR 425W, Milford. Theldon R. Burt, 79, East CR 350S, Pierceton, suffered possible head and internal injuries. A front seat passenger, June E. Burt, 77, East …read more.

The Mentone Town Council heads into the 2015 year with the same members as 2014, but hopes that decisions don’t have to be made solely by council members Tim Croy, Shelly Krueger and Jill Gross. Croy, the council president, explained that he hopes the new year will bring increased input from Mentone residents, “To us, it …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Community Public Library Have you made a New Year’s resolution? The library can help you keep your 2015 resolution with our large collection of self-help books including many new arrivals. You will find books on nutrition and healthy living, parenting, motivation, setting goals, habit cessation, spirituality, and …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library Syracuse Public Library news and events this week: There are many new groups forming at the Syracuse Public Library in the new year. Food From Fiction Winter is a time for comfort food and how better to find some good recipes than in a mystery book. A …read more.

On Friday, Jan. 9, partnering organizations in support of law enforcement officers nationwide will promote a National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. In light of recent negativity directed toward law enforcement nationally, there is a need to show law enforcement officers that our citizens recognize the difficult and sometimes impossible career they have chosen, in public …read more.

Gregory Maxwell of Farmer’s State Bank in Mentone will be one of 21 board of directors members for the Indiana Bankers Association who have assumed positions as of Thursday, Jan. 1. The board members were elected elected at the IBA Annual Convention in French Lick in September of 2014. According to the IBA, “The functions …read more.

The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a winter weather advisory for snow, sleet and freezing rain from 3 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. The winter weather advisory includes: Noble, DeKalb, Stark, Pulaski, Marshall, Fulton, Kosciusko, Whitley, Allen, Defiance, Henry, Paulding and Putnam counties. The NWS reports a period of snow, sleet and …read more.

UPDATE: According to officials at the scene, the incident was the result of a medical issue. The subject is being evaluated by EMS at the scene. Emergency personnel have been dispatched to 1100 block of E. 350 North in Warsaw for an accident involving at least one person.

By LIZ MCKINLEY Recreation Director, City of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department An evening of special memories, dancing to music under the lights, delicious desserts and hor d’oeuvres and fun will be had at Daddy’s Little Sweetheart Dance from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6 at Central Park Pavilion in Warsaw. Each girl …read more.