It may seem like nothing is happening at the 6 & 13 Technology and Industrial Park, established by the town of Syracuse. But behind the scenes a lot is happening. The 62-acre technology and industrial park is located on the southwest corner of US 6 and SR 13, in Elkhart County. One of the behind …read more.

WARSAW — In the first meeting of the year on Jan. 10, the Solid Waste Management District Board discussed the reach of their services, including the need for TV recycling. Currently the District’s income is greater than expenditures. Board member and Mayor Joe Thallemer advised that the city is no longer going to be taking waste …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Public meetings regarding gypsy moth treatments proposed by the Department of Natural Resources to take place in areas of Fulton, Kosciusko, Marshall, Miami, Porter, Tippecanoe, Wabash and Whitley counties this spring will be held from Jan. 24 through Feb. 2 at various locations. The presence of the invasive gypsy moth, problems associated …read more.

WINONA LAKE — During a caucus held Tuesday, Jan. 10, Heather James was elected as the ward 4 council member for the Winona Lake Town Council. James ran unopposed in the election. The spot was vacated by former council member Robert Swanson, who had to abdicate his position after he moved out of the district. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — When health concerns arise, looking for available services and resources in the community can be challenging. The added stress of determining eligibility and applying for benefits often makes the task overwhelming. Located in the Health Services Pavilion Warsaw, The Help Center has provided resource and referral services since 2009. K21 Health Foundation …read more.

SYRACUSE — During a special meeting of the Wawasee school board Tuesday evening, Jan. 10, in Syracuse, the board approved the 2017-18 school corporation calendar.

WARSAW — Each year, Da-Lite offers financial support to local charities where employees volunteer.  Employees can request financial support throughout the year for the organizations and events that they support. At year end, if there is funding left, a committee decides where it can be used. This year, Da-Lite employees contributed to the end of …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Grace College has reached two new agreements with area colleges regarding adult learners. Vincennes University and Crossroads Bible College graduates are now eligible to transfer to Grace College to complete a Bachelor of Science degree through Grace’s Opportunities for Adult Learners program. Vincennes and Crossroads graduates with an associate degree will receive a …read more.

    LEESBURG — Election of 2017 officers was the first thing on the agenda at the Leesburg town council meeting Monday, Jan. 9, with Larry Richey being elected Leesburg town council president and Tom Moore elected as vice-president for 2017. Richey and Moore both accepted their respective positions. Brandon Queen, street commissioner, stated that …read more.

ELKHART — Arguments regarding a defense motion to exclude are still pending in the case against Kosciusko County Sheriff C. Aaron Rovenstine. Attorneys for both sides participated in a telephonic status conference Jan. 4 with Special Judge Evan S. Roberts, Elkhart Superior Court 1. During the telephonic status conference matters pertaining to the defense motion …read more.

  WARSAW — Philip David Beer was honored as veteran of the month at the Kosciusko commissioner meeting today, Jan. 10. Beer, also known as “Phil” or “Flip”, was born May 1, 1930 in Milford to Theo and Naoma Beer. Beer and his six siblings were raised on a farm three miles west of Milford. …read more.

WARSAW — The three Warsaw Board of School Trustees, Jay Baumgartner, Randy Polston and Elizabeth Turley, who ran in the election this past November were sworn in during the Warsaw Community School Board Meeting on Monday, Jan. 9. Baumgartner and Polston have already served on the board. This will be Turley’s first term as she is …read more.

WARSAW — Brad Jackson was named 2017 president of the Kosciusko County Board of Commissioners this morning, Jan. 10, at the commissioner meeting. Bob Conley was named 2017 vice president. Both Jackson and Conley accepted their respective roles and the motions were approved. Attorney Chad Miner made two recommendations at the Kosciusko County commissioner meeting. …read more.

WARSAW — Daniel and Linda Stuckman’s petition, continued from the December meeting, was approved by the Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals during its regular monthly meeting Tuesday, Jan. 10, in Warsaw.

WARSAW — Running a shelter for domestic violence is a big job, and there is always a need for a copy machine, not only for day to day office work, but also to make many different kinds of copies for clients, which could include income verifications, protection orders and other legal documents. The communication options …read more.

Members of the Turkey Creek Fire Board welcomed Larry Martindale to their ranks at their Monday, Jan. 9, meeting. The board has interviewed Randy Cox and Cindy Taylor to serve as its fifth member but has made no nomination to the Syracuse Town Council, which must approve the selection. Fire Chief Mickey Scott presented his …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The quarterly meeting for Community Corrections started out on a cheerful note as two success stories were shared with the board during the meeting held Monday night, Jan. 9. “We are here today, instead of recognizing them as numbers, but as potential rehabilitated clients in the community,” said Anna Bailey as she …read more.

MILFORD — Abandoned houses and wastewater rate hikes were the primary topics of discussion at the Milford Town Council’s first public meeting of 2017. Ordinance 2017-2, which would raise residents wastewater bill by 16.34 percent, will be up for a public hearing and a vote at next month’s meeting 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 13. One …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Indiana Senator Randall Head has authored a bill that would bring a fourth judge to the Superior Court of Kosciusko County. Senate Bill 58 is still in the preliminary stages of becoming a law, but could mean big changes to how fast the local court works. “Kosciusko has the eighth most overworked judges in the …read more.

Turkey Creek Township Trustee Barb Griffith presented her 2016 financial figures at the Monday, Jan. 9, meeting of the township’s advisory board. Disbursements for the year totaled $2,264,170.36, with 94 percent constituting transfers to the fire territory. The remaining $141,262.02 was utilized for general expenses and poor relief. During the year the trustee’s office paid …read more.

AKRON — The Advisory Board of the Valley Hometown Fund is seeking grant applications that will help make the Tippecanoe Valley community a better place. Because of the generous donations by Tippecanoe Valley alumni – many of whom no longer live in the area – the Valley Hometown Fund was created to underwrite projects that …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The roster of officers was filled out for the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce at its monthly meeting Monday, Jan. 9, in the Tippecanoe Township Building.

PIERCETON — Jim Walmer has been the Pierceton town attorney since 1980, but at the Jan. 9 meeting the Pierceton Town Council approved a proposal from Tammy Keirn, Miner & Lemon, LLP, to become the council’s legal counsel. “It makes sense,” commented Walmer regarding the council’s decision to potentially hire new counsel, “she [Keirn] lives …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana has declared a wind advisory for Kosciusko and surrounding counties from 10 a.m. until 11 p.m. Hazardous weather includes winds of 20-30 mph with gusts of 40-45 mph. The strong wind may make travel difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Any loose objects should be …read more.

WARSAW — Board members were sworn in and elected officials were appointed before talk of 2017 projects at the Redevelopment Commission held on Monday, Jan. 9. Warsaw Mayor Joseph Thallemer swore in Tim Meyer, Rick Snodgrass, Jeff Grose, George Clemens and Mike Klondaris as the 2017 board members. Jeremy Mullins will also be on the …read more.

WARSAW — A Mentone man was sentenced today, Jan. 9, on charges stemming from three separate incidents that occurred last year. Brady Lee Shepherd, 3373 SR 19, Mentone, was sentenced on charges of identity deception, domestic battery, possession of methamphetamine and failure to appear. Shepherd had been charged with domestic battery after he battered his …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was sentenced today, Jan. 9, to 14 years at the Indiana Department of Corrections on charges stemming from four separate incidents. Travis J. Johnson, 312 Sherman Street, Warsaw, was sentenced for possession of marijuana, dealing methamphetamine, possession of chemical reagents or precursors with intent to manufacture a controlled substance, failure to appear, …read more.

The advisory has been extended until 11 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 10. KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana has declared a winter weather advisory for Kosciusko, Marshall, Whitley, Allen and Elkhart counties. The advisory goes will last from 1 to 7 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 10. A mixture of snow, sleet and …read more.

WARSAW — The new Warsaw campus president of Ivy Tech was introduced to faculty and staff at an informal meet and greet at 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 9. Allyn Decker officially began his role with Ivy Tech on Jan. 2, taking over leadership duties from interim president, Michael Slavkin. Decker holds a bachelor’s degree in …read more.

WARSAW — A North Webster man was sentenced today, Jan. 9, after paying for items at yard sale with counterfeit bills. Bradley Ray Slone, 29, 208 S. Harrison St., North Webster, was sentenced on one count of counterfeiting and one count of possession of methamphetamine. Slone was charged with counterfeiting stemming from an incident that …read more.

WARSAW — A Pierceton man was sentenced on charges of burglary and unlawful possession of syringe stemming from incidents that occurred in June of last year. Zachery S. Eyer, 365 N. CR 850W, Pierceton was charged with one count of unlawful possession of a syringe and one count of burglary. Eyer was sentenced on charges …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — A Columbia City man was arrested after resisting law enforcement and stealing two vehicles. Brandon Eber, 20, 1801 West SR 205, Columbia City, was arrested for two counts of auto theft, both level 6 felonies and resisting law enforcement, a level 6 felony. On Jan. 7, an officer with the North Webster Police …read more.

By EILEEN OAKS The Watershed Foundation Outreach and Marketing Specialist NORTH WEBSTER — Over the past 20 years, The Watershed Foundation has been led by community leaders and visionaries. TWF’s Board of Directors has ensured the longevity of TWF’s mission to protect and improve our lakes and streams by making crucial decisions, utilizing cutting-edge environmental …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The Lakeland Regional Sewer District met at their standard location Thursday evening, Jan. 5. Although the North Webster Community Center is the current host of the 6 p.m. monthly meeting, board members anticipate being able to meet in one of the rooms of the brand new wastewater treatment facility very soon. Although …read more.

James Walton Matthews KOSCIUSKO — A Medaryville man has been arrested for his involvement in a recent theft spree. James W. Matthews, 46, 4068 North CR 400W, Medaryville, is being charged with auto theft, a level 6 felony. On Dec. 27, 2016 an officer with the North Webster Police Department responded to a report of …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Stalking is no stranger to the Beaman Home and its clients.  With the growing social media climate, stalkers get even braver hiding behind the internet in anonymity. Stalking is a misunderstood crime with startling statistics. According to the National Center for Victims of Crime, in one year 7.5 million people were stalked in …read more.

WARSAW — A local attorney, former prosecutor and Kosciusko County Democratic Chair David Kolbe has announced he is retiring from partisan politics. The announcement came through a Facebook post made a few weeks ago. In his post Kolbe said, “In March my term ends as Kosciusko County Democratic Party Chair and I will be passing …read more.

SYRACUSE — The annual Miss Kosciusko pageant is almost here. The there will be seven vying for the Miss Outstanding Teen title and four seeking the Miss Kosciusko title. The 2016 Miss Kosciusko Siera Updike and 2016 Outstanding Teen Emma Tarkington will pass their titles on to the respective winners. The pageant will be held …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District has announced its sponsorship of a 2017 Indiana Master Naturalist class in Kosciusko County, according to Darci Zolman, KSWCD Program Administrator.  “The mission of the Indiana Master Naturalist program is to bring together natural resource specialists with adult learners to foster an understanding of Indiana’s plants, water, …read more.

BOURBON – The spirit of Breanna Lemler will burn bright on Jan. 13 as part of the #balllikebre event at Triton High School.

By Laurie Voss Circulation Supervisor WARSAW — Are you a “crafty” person? If so, the Warsaw Community Public Library is the place for you. Not only does the have books on a myriad of craft ideas, they hold a lot of classes and excel in teaching you new hobbies. I have several hobbies. I love …read more.

ETNA GREEN — At approximately 12:45 p.m. Etna Green Fire and Bourbon EMS were dispatched to the intersection at SR 19 and US 30 for a collision between a truck and a semi. Kosciusko Sheriff’s Department and Lutheran EMS were also on scene. No one was injured in the accident.

MILFORD — The following events will take place at the Milford Public Library: SIGN UP FOR THE ADULT READING PROGRAM NOW “Build A Better World” this winter by participating in the 2017 Winter Adult Reading Program. For each audiobook listened to, book or Ebook read, participants can enter their name into a weekly drawing for …read more.

NAPPANEE — The following events will take place at the Nappanee Public Library: American Girls Book Club Enter the world of the American Girls as the book club reads each of their journey books and has some fun with history. From 6:30-7:30 p.m. Jan. 24, they will be discussing the book, “A Brighter Tomorrow: My …read more.

WARSAW – Residential mortgage lender Ruoff Home Mortgage announced that Linda Riley was the top loan originator for their Warsaw office for the month of December 2016. The top spot in each branch office is based on the number of closed loans during the month, as compared to their fellow peers. Riley has been with …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The 171 realtors and 75 Affiliate members of the Kosciusko Board of Realtors wanted to let the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department know they have their full support and appreciate the hard work they do each day in our communities. At their Annual Christmas party held on Dec. 1, 2016, KBOR raised $5,488 to …read more.

WARSAW — The Indiana Department of Workforce Development receives wage reports and new hire data from Hoosier employers documenting who is employed and receiving compensation. The agency’s unemployment insurance fraud investigation taskforce examines claims of individuals who intentionally provide false, misreported or unreported information in order to fraudulently claim benefits. As a result of the …read more.

WARSAW — The majority of the Warsaw Board of Works, held this morning, Jan. 6, consisted of approving contracts for Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department. Warsaw Park’s Superintendent Larry Plummer and Recreation Director Sheila Wieringa were present at the meeting. Three of the contracts presented were for the Central Parks Concert Series. Kari Lynch, country artist, will …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — According to the American Lung Association: lung cancer is the leading cancer killer in both men and women in the United States. In 1987, it surpassed breast cancer to become the leading cause of cancer deaths in women. Walnut Street Family Healthcare will host a five-week smoking cessation program. Dan Gray, Director …read more.

1st Sgt. Chad D. Hill Public Information Officer KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Two men have been arrested by Kosciusko County officers in connection with an extensive crime spree that spans five Indiana counties and two Michigan counties. Officers from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department and the North Webster Police Department are currently working with several other law …read more.

[weaver_youtube H87Sv_McinI rel=0]   WARSAW — It’s been over 50 years since the old Lincoln Elementary School opened its doors in 1957. Next week, students will return from break to the new Lincoln Elementary School. Kindergarten through sixth grade students will be housed in the new two-story Lincoln Elementary School for years to come. The facility …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee High School’s show choir, Vocal Motion, will be presenting its competition show for the community at 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13, in the high school auditorium. There is no cost to attend.

WARSAW — This winter the Kosciusko Community YMCA wants to help you grow spiritually and relationally as they offer two bible studies and a series of marriage seminars.  You don’t have to be a member of the Y to participate in these opportunities, they’re open to everyone.  A Bible Study on the Gospel of Mark …read more.

BOURBON —  Have you fallen? Are you afraid you will fall? Would you like to learn techniques to help you feel safer and more confident in your everyday life? REAL Services offers a program designed to teach such techniques. Call now to sign-up for a Falls Prevention workshop, designed for adults age 55 and older …read more.

SILVER LAKE — The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce “Popped-In” on Chamber member Par-Kan located at 2915 W 900 S, Silver Lake. Par-Kan is a metal fabricating business that continues to thrive by implementing the company mission statement started 35 years ago, “To provide our customers with quality products, when they need them and at a …read more.

WARSAW — The Oakwood Cemetery may be implementing a new filtration system in the coming year. During the Oakwood Cemetery Board meeting on Thursday, Jan. 5, Sexton Hal Heagy informed the board two individuals working with the city have been surveying the cemetery to determine whether a storm water filtration system should be implemented. They …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is offering a New Year Yoga workshop, which will take place from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays from Jan. 10 through Jan. 26. Participants should bring either a YOGA mat or towel and wear comfortable clothing. Each Yoga class will focus on easy …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – State Sen. Blake Doriot, R-Syracuse, recently filed a bill that would extend the Recreational Vehicle  sales-tax exemption. Under Senate Bill 172, if a resident of another state purchases a RV or cargo trailer that will not be registered in Indiana, customers will not pay Indiana state gross retail tax. “I hope this bill will …read more.

WARSAW — Homebound Kosciusko County residents age 60 or above may be eligible to have meals delivered to them through the Mobile Meals Program offered by Kosciusko Community Senior Services. KCSS provides over 35,000 mobile meals each year. They also offer emergency frozen meals for clients when weather does not allow for daily delivery. The …read more.

WARSAW —  Kosciusko REMC is a very proud supporter of Honor Flight Northeast Indiana. This organization works to get our veterans to Washington DC so they can see the memorials and pay tribute to those with whom they fought. Honor Flight Northeast Indiana arranged flights, meals and guided tours of the memorials in Washington DC …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Two Syracuse businesses each received a new alcohol license issued by the Alcoholic Beverage Board on Jan. 5. Freeland Enterprises, Inc. operating as Pizza Hut, 1112 S. Huntington St., Syracuse was granted a wine only permit. The facility was previously a food carry-out only restaurant, but has recently been reestablished. Area Coach …read more.

SYRACUSE — Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence winner, Oakwood Resort, announces its beach area will serve as the host site for the Boomerang Backpacks Polar Plunge fundraiser. The Polar Plunge will take place Saturday, Jan. 28, with registration opening at 3 p.m. and the plunge beginning at 3:30 p.m. This is one of many events …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department honored one of its own last Friday, with a retirement party for Detective/Sergeant J.D. Ayres. Ayres began his law enforcement career in 1995 as a jailer/confinement officer after being hired by Kosciusko County Sheriff Al Rovenstine. In February of 1996, Ayres was assigned to the road division as …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw male, previously convicted of auto theft, was arrested after he took a friend’s vehicle, waved down a passerby and attempted to steal another vehicle. Larry Duane Potts, 36, 496 Clinic Court, Warsaw, is being charged with robbery, a level 5 felony; auto theft, a level 6 felony; resisting law enforcement, a class A …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee High School announces parent-teacher conferences have been scheduled for 3:15 to 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 9.

WARSAW — Retired Warsaw–Wayne Fire Territory Accelerant Detection K9, Bailey, passed away at 3 p.m. on Dec. 31, 2016. Bailey was born Dec. 11, 2001, originated as a Guiding Eyes K9 and at the age of one was acquired by the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosive, ATF Front Royal to become an Accelerant Detection …read more.

SYRACUSE — Some Wawasee Community School Corp. teachers are receiving performance grants from the Indiana Department of Education.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Traffic Commission decided not to implement an all-way stop sign at the intersection of Pope Street and Detroit Street during their meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 4. Citizen Dennis Broderick submitted a request to the commission, asking them to consider putting an all-way stop sign at intersection of Pope and Detroit. In …read more.

WARSAW — On The Grow children’s resale store recently moved to the Market Street shopping center between Carson’s and Payless Shoes in Warsaw. Owner Courtney Schapson Clark remarked that the store moved to take advantage of a larger customer base and increase the size of the sales floor, allowing for a wider selection of new …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — A telephonic status conference on charges against Kosciusko County Sheriff C. Aaron Rovenstine was held Wednesday morning, Jan. 4, in the chambers of Elkhart Superior Court Judge Evan S. Roberts. This was also a final pre-trial conference.

WARSAW — As far back as middle school, Jeremy Skinner knew he wanted to be involved in architecture of some type. He was “fascinated with the mixture of planning, design and political science.”

SYRACUSE — Thousands came to Wawasee High School to celebrate the lives of Kim Conrad and her son Stephen Conrad II Wednesday evening, Jan. 4. Not only for the visitation but for a celebration which began at 6 p.m.

FORT WAYNE — Mental Health America of Northeast Indiana has been awarded a grant in the amount of $50,000 by The Lutheran Foundation. The funds from this grant will be used for operational support. This grant from The Lutheran Foundation will help support the programs offered to the Northeast Indiana region, including the Front Door services (which …read more.

INDIANA — According to the Indiana Department of Transportation, cold temperatures are ushering in a variety of winter weather conditions that will impact highway travel in much of Indiana on Thursday, Jan. 5. In addition to lake-effect snow along the Michigan border, southern Indiana communities including Bedford, Vincennes and Seymour will see their first significant …read more.

WARSAW —  On Dec. 28, the Center for Lakes & Streams at Grace College was contacted with a concern that Center Lake was exhibiting a reddish tint. Following this, on Jan. 3, Kosciusko County Emergency Management Director Ed Rock, contacted the Center for Lakes & Streams with reports of a pink and orange foamy substance …read more.

WARSAW — Downtown Warsaw is a treasure chest of women-owned businesses that add some zest to the area. From cafes to boutiques, women have created unique shops for locals to enjoy while they work endlessly behind the scenes to give their shop a name to remember. Being a business woman isn’t easy, but with help …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee Kiwanis Club is hosting its eighth annual soup supper to benefit Riley Children’s Hospital and several local youth related charities Jan. 27. Registration forms can be found at the Syracuse Community Center or online at www.wawaseekiwanis.org. Individuals or groups who would like to participate are asked to register by 8 p.m. Jan. …read more.

  WARSAW — Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will hold its 2017 Daddy’s Little Sweetheart Dance from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10 at the Center Lake Pavilion. The event is for girls ages 3-12 and their chaperone. Grandfathers and other male guardians are encouraged to participate. The girls and their chaperones will enjoy an evening …read more.

WARSAW — During the first regular monthly meeting of 2017 for the Kosciusko County Area Planning Commission, two rezoning petitions were recommended for approval.

MISHAWAKA – Bethel College men’s basketball coach Mike Lightfoot has announced that he will retire at season’s end.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Community Public Library NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Community Public Library announces the retirement of Sandy Jagger after 10½ years of service. Jagger joined the library staff in July 2006 as a circulation clerk and was promoted to circulation manager in 2009. Anticipating her eventual retirement, she …read more.

*WARNING: The following article contains information that may not be suitable for all readers* WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested after juveniles told officials they had been molested during an overnight stay at the man’s house. Andrew Steven Finch, 31, 318. S. Lake St., Warsaw, was arrested on Dec. 29, and is being charged …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Park Foundation has received a permit to construct the boardwalk across the Conklin Bay wetlands and a trail parallel to SR 13 to Grandview Drive. Notification of a permit approval for the trail was approved by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of Water, Friday, Dec. 30. The permit is valid …read more.

WASHINGTON D.C. — United States Senator Todd Young was sworn in as Indiana’s Junior Senator for the 115th Congress today. He was officially sworn in alongside his new colleagues in the Senate Chamber; a video of that ceremony is linked here. Senator Young looks forward to working on behalf of Hoosier families on the Senate Committees on Foreign Relations; the …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — WGU Indiana is offering an added incentive for Hoosiers making resolutions to earn a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the New Year, making available $500,000 in scholarships through Western Governors University. Students who apply to WGU Indiana by March 31, 2017, are eligible to apply for the New Kind of You Scholarship, which …read more.

MILFORD — Milford Town Council held an informal, year-end meeting Wednesday, Dec. 28, to balance its books through a transfer ordinance, 2016-10, distributing $3,800.99 over various funds, which passed. Following the vote, members discussed a number of topics, including news of Lutheran EMS’ recent deal with South Whitley, which did not require subsidy from the …read more.

WARSAW — The first meeting of the new year was short as the Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory board met for their regular meeting on yesterday, Jan. 3. A design and construction committee has been appointed to help get the design for the new station completed and review the design during the building process. Eight members have …read more.

GOSHEN — The Elkhart County Extension Homemakers are still accepting registration for the upcoming Heritage Skills Classes. Hands-on classes have been planned for Saturday, Feb. 18, at the Purdue Extension Elkhart County Office, located on the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds in Goshen. Full-day and half-day classes are being offered from 8:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. …read more.

TIPPECANOE — Lakes depend on natural wetlands that filter and store water, while providing habitat for numerous animals and birds. These areas are critical to the health of the area’s beautiful lakes that provide so many opportunities to local families and businesses.

SYRACUSE — Two of the three individuals hospitalized following the Christmas Day accident which took the lives of Kim Conrad, 61, Syracuse, and her son, Stephen Conrad II, 32, Phoenix, Ariz., have been released from the hospital.

SYRACUSE — Snyder Morgan LLP announces Scott M. Federoff, Jason M. Kuchmay and Jacque R. Wilson have joined the firm as partners. Snyder Morgan has maintained an office at 200 W. Main St., Syracuse, since 1974 and will now expand to include an office at 7127 Homestead Road, Suite B, Fort Wayne.

WARSAW — The Symphony of the Lakes, the professional orchestra branch of Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts, will hold its third annual Young Artist Competition on Sunday, Feb. 12, at the Warsaw Performing Arts Center for students currently in grades 9-12 who play strings (including guitar and harp), woodwinds, brass, percussion and piano. Students …read more.

MILLERSBURG — Four local teens were among 32 individuals found to be under the age of 21 at a party near Millersburg New Year’s Day.

INDIANA — State Senator Ryan Mishler (R-Bremen) announced the Indiana Senate is now accepting applications for the Page Program. This full-day interactive program gives students in grades six through 12 the opportunity to tour the Indiana Statehouse, observe session debates on the Senate floor and assist staff with age-appropriate tasks. Students will also meet with …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — In an announcement made this week, Metropolitan Title Company will expand its service area coverage to Kosciusko County through the acquisition of Bodkin Abstract Company. Metropolitan Title Company, based in Mishawaka, offers property transaction services and title insurance across northern Indiana, now with 14 service locations in 11 counties. Bob Sanders, President …read more.

SYRACUSE — Visitation and a celebration of the lives of Kimberly Ruth Conrad, 61, Syracuse and her son Stephen Thurlow Conrad II, 32, Phoenix, Ariz., will take place Wednesday, Jan. 4, at Wawasee High School, Syracuse.

WARSAW — Members of the Committee to Commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. are excited to host the community celebration to be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 16, at the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center, on the campus of Grace College. Carl Erskine, Anderson, will be the featured guest speaker for the …read more.

By Darla McCammon A new year brings about new things.  Work by Perry Olshein, an artist from Tippecanoe, will be on exhibit at the Warsaw City Hall Art Gallery for two months beginning Jan. 4.  The gallery is open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Admission is free.  Olshein refers to himself as Perry …read more.

WARSAW  — A routine traffic stop led to the arrest of two local residents after a K9 partner alerted officers to the presence of drugs. On Dec. 28, an officer with the Warsaw Police Department pulled over a vehicle driven by Jared Yoder, 26, 2738 Pinewood Drive, Goshen, for not using his turn signal and having a …read more.

MENTONE — Curious about what it takes to learn to fly?  Want to do something new for the new year? The Mentone Flying Club is hosting a free 12 week private pilot ground school beginning Jan. 17. Classes will meet weekly and begin at 7 p.m. at the Rochester airport terminal building. Contact [email protected] for questions …read more.