WARSAW — In observance of Independence Day, offices for the city of Warsaw will be closed Thursday, July 4. Thursday’s trash route will be serviced Wednesday, July 3. All other routes will remain the same. As a reminder, please have your bin out by 7 a.m. for pickup. The town of Winona Lake offices will …read more.

WARSAW – Incoming Warsaw Community High School athletic director Matt Binkerd made his first appearance in a meet and greet Monday night.

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ORLANDO, Fla. – Grace College’s Sports Information Department was voted among the top in the country at the NAIA-SIDA convention.

WARSAW — Mayor Joe Thallemer said city officials will be working on changes along Husky Trail where two people have died in traffic accidents, including an 8-year-old boy in June. Thallemer made the announcement Monday night, July 1, during a city council meeting. Thallemer acknowledged the traffic issue on Husky Trail is a “critical problem” …read more.

WARSAW — City officials lamented the delay in construction of the North Buffalo Street plaza Monday, July 1, but other projects around the lake are continuing to move forward. The city board of works rejected the lone bid for the plaza project last month because it was about $500,000 more expensive than the estimated $1.5 …read more.

WARSAW — A gathering of contributors and stakeholders braved the 90-degree heat to officially mark the opening of a small retail shop with a philanthropic purpose. Mary Ann’s Place, located at 325 Argonne Road, will serve donation drop-off center and thrift store. “Today is our grand opening of Mary Ann’s Place.” Said Kacey Anderson Beaman …read more.

WARSAW — Craig Allebach and Tony Ciriello will likely always remember the date — June 29, 1994 — when David Swearingen killed Det. Sergeant Phil Hochstetler and Swearingen’s own two young children. They will also recall the excruciating 45 hours that followed, as a massive manhunt for the 25-year-old suspect that gripped Kosciusko County until …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Town of Winona Lake has announced an executive session, followed by a special meeting of the town council on Tuesday, July 2. The executive session of the council is slated to begin at 7 p.m. with the special meeting following at 7:30 p.m. The subject of the special meeting will be …read more.

WARSAW — Two individuals have been charged with robbery and theft after stealing a vehicle from a female in the parking lot at Owens Supermarket. Jennifer M. Davis, 30, no address listed, is being charged with robbery resulting in bodily injury, a level 3 felony; theft, a level 6 felony; and resisting law enforcement, a …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Winners were announced for Winona Lake’s 4th of July celebration held this past weekend, June 29-30, to include winners of the cutie pageant and the annual parade. Ivan Mullins and Olivia Pahl, both 5, were named King and Queen Winona respectively, while Jackson Pahl and Harper Veto, both 3, were crowned Prince …read more.

SYRACUSE – Wawasee wrestling is hosting its summer camp later this month featuring a pair of NCAA superstars.

NORTH WEBSTER — Two North Webster residents suffered serious to critical injuries in a motorcycle/vehicle crash Saturday afternoon, June 29, at CR 800N and Syracuse-Webster Road, northwest of North Webster. Fredrick McKee, 62, North Webster, driver of a 2006 Harley-Davidson, sustained head injuries. Shelley Boyd, 53, North Webster, a passenger on McKee’s motorcycle, sustained multiple …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 2:47 p.m. Saturday, June 29, East CR 800N, near North Syracuse Webster Road, North Webster. Drivers: Robin C. Miller, 57, East Center Street #6, Warsaw; and Fredrick B. McKee, 62, East Ponderosa Drive #1, North Webster. Miller was traveling on Syracuse Webster Road …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Fulton The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail: Elkhart The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Correctional Facility:

Grace Marie Bradbury, 86, Winona Lake, formerly of North Webster, passed away Monday, July 1, 2019, at Grace Village Healthcare in Winona Lake. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, St. Rd 13 & CR 500N, North Webster. 

  SYRACUSE — “Imagine this 3,000 acres of water being corn and soybeans,” stated Randy Tobias to over 100 guests Saturday evening. “If it were, none of us would be here … this is what brings us here — water. What keeps us here is clean water.” Randy and Deborah Tobias, along with several co-hosts, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — This week’s forecast for northern Indiana has a theme: high temperatures in the upper 80s and a continuing chance of thunderstorms each day. The National Weather Service predicts temperatures will rise to the upper 80s and 90 through Friday. Each day and night will include a chance of storms. Tonight’s forecast includes a …read more.

GOSHEN — In the Forbes annual Best-In-State Banks and Credit Unions rankings, Interra Credit Union, headquartered in Goshen, was one of just five credit unions in Indiana to achieve the status in 2019. Of the more than 5,000 credit unions in the country, only 182 made the list nationally. The market research firm, Statista, partnered …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A Kosciusko County woman faces two drug charges after suffering an overdose in early June. North Webster police were notified of a woman in a bathroom on June 4 who appeared to be unresponsive. An unidentified person led authorities to a residence in North Webster where they were told Amanda Waggoner, 28, …read more.

Brenda L. (Long) Falcon, 51, Lauderhill, Fla., formerly of Syracuse, passed away at 5 a.m. Monday, June 24, 2019, at Trustbridge Hospice in Pompano Beach, Fla. She was born June 25, 1967, in LaGrange, to Robert E. & Donna L. (Coahran) Long Sr.  She graduated in 1985 from Wawasee High School in Syracuse and attended …read more.

Championship youth league scores for Warsaw and Wawasee from the past week.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman was arrested on drug charges after allegedly entering an apartment without permission to use the bathroom. Amanda Jo Shepherd, 40, 218 N. Sherman St., Warsaw, is being charged with residential entry and possession of methamphetamine, both level 6 felonies. According to the affidavit of probable cause, on June 14, an …read more.

Kosciusko Officers from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 10:50 a.m. Sunday, June 30, 1600 block of East CR 200N, Warsaw. Police responded to the Anayeli Saucedo residence to investigate the theft of a 2011 Chevrolet, valued at $12,000. 3:24 a.m. Saturday, June 29, 6600 block of West CR 500S, Mentone. Police …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — On Monday, July 1, Attorney General Curtis Hill asked Hoosiers to watch for car dealers posing as private sellers on Craigslist — and to alert the Office of the Attorney General if and when they come across such listings. Craigslist.com allows a seller to post either as a dealer or as a private …read more.

Kosciusko Officers from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 5:30 a.m. Monday, July 1, North CR 500W, north of West CR 400N, Warsaw. Driver: Michael S. Schooley, 46, West CR 550N, Warsaw. Schooley told police he was driving his vehicle southbound on CR 500W when a deer entered the roadway. He told …read more.

Norma Elaine Bolen, Mentone, passed away at 6:31 p.m. Friday, June 28, 2019, at Kosciusko Community Hospital of Warsaw at the age of 72. She was born Dec 21, 1946, in Rochester, to Reba (Wagoner) Isley and Andrew Noble Isley. On Oct. 7, 1964, in Rochester she was married to Delbert Bolen, who survives. Norma …read more.

Larry D. Rudd 69, Rochester, passed away at 9:13 p.m. Friday June 28, 2019, at his residence. He was born April 1, 1950, in Rochester, the son of James G. and Thelma J. (Howard) Rudd. After graduating from high school, Larry served as a staff sergeant with the United States Air Force during the Vietnam …read more.

WARSAW — Ink Free News and The Papers Inc. have announced a change in management at InkFreeNews.com. Maggie Kenworthy is stepping down as editor after serving in the role for three years. Dan Spalding, a reporter with Ink Free News, will assume the role of editor beginning today, July 1. Kenworthy plans to continue working …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

Gary D. Saull, 82, Fort Wayne, formerly of Leesburg, passed away at 7:45 p.m. Sunday, June 30, 2019, at Kingston At Dupont in Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, St. Rd 13 & CR 500N, North Webster. 

SPECIAL NOTE: Teresa Kay Alderfer’s life celebration has been postponed. A new date and time will be announced soon.

WARSAW — RE/MAX will host an ice cream social from 1 to 3 p.m. July 28. The event is free to the public and will take place at the Tourmaline building at 208 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw. Vendors at the event include RE/MAX Results, Gold Key Home Inspections, Hallmark Home Mortgage and Western & Southern …read more.

WARSAW — Over 3,000 NIPSCO customers are without power in Warsaw and another 1600 in Winona Lake. According to NIPSCO’s power outage website, the estimated restoration time will be 5:45 p.m. Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory was notified around 4 p.m. of a potential transformer fire at Detroit and Fort Wayne streets. Four minutes later the fire …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library will be closed on Thursday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. There will be no children’s summer reading program activities during the week of July 4. However, there will be activities scheduled for teens and young adults. Teens and young adults are invited to come to the library …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is requesting your assistance in locating subjects wanted on felony and/or misdemeanor warrants. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these wanted persons, contact the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office at (574) 267-5667. Please Read Our Disclaimer All warrants are the property of Kosciusko County. The …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Blankets and chairs filled Tabernacle Field in Winona Lake Saturday evening, June 29, many of which were in the shade, as close to 1,000 people of all ages gathered to listen to the Symphony of the Lakes “Salute to America.” The evening featured guest conductor, Dr. Jason Thompson, associate professor of music …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The youth Summer Reading Program continues at North Webster Community Public Library. If you haven’t signed your child up yet, there is still plenty of time to participate and earn prizes for reading. There will be lots of prizes given away at Family Bingo at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 3. It’s fun …read more.

CLINTON, Iowa – Tanner Andrews is making an impact in his professional baseball journey.

NORTH WEBSTER — A male in his 60s and a female in her 50s suffered serious to critical injuries in a motorcycle/vehicle crash at CR 800N and Syracuse-Webster Road. The accident occurred at 2:48 p.m. today, Saturday, June 29. Lutheran Air II and III transported the two victims to Lutheran Hospital. Both suffered head and …read more.

MILFORD — The Milford Public Library has announced upcoming events as summer gets into full swing. The library has announced that new books and movies are arriving every week and for patrons looking for a new recipes to try at a holiday picnic, possible culinary creations can be found among the many magazines the library …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Event, hosted by the Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation was more than just a “friend”raiser Friday evening, June 28. One couple decided to celebrate their 51st wedding anniversary. An area woman gathered with friends to celebrate her birthday. The evening event, despite the high temperatures and humidity, was a success with close to …read more.

Diane Lyles of Warsaw passed away at 6:40 a.m. June 23, 2019 at 6:40 a.m. in her residence. Having lived most of her life outside of Shreveport, La, Diane was 69 years old. Born Margaret Diane Lyles, Diane was the daughter of Charles and Florence (Bassinger) Morgan. She graduated from Cotton Valley High School, Louisana …read more.

Lee Roy “Peanut” Smith, 77, died peacefully at his Columbia City residence at 11:28 p.m. Wednesday, June 26, 2019. He was born in Happy, Ky., March 11, 1942, a son and the youngest of six children, of the late Lloyd and Flora (Burdine) Smith. His formative years were spent in the Happy, Ky., area where …read more.

Phyllis C. West, 89, Columbia City, died at 12:45 pm on Friday, June 28, 2019 at Majestic Care West, Fort Wayne. Born on Dec.22, 1929, in Muncie, she was the daughter of Merrell H. and Nancy Kathryn (Metz) Cross. She attended Muncie Central High School. On Nov. 3, 1950, she married Robert E. West in …read more.

Neil E Hanni, 69, Churubusco, died June 25, 2019, at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. Born in Ravenna, Ohio, on Oct. 8, 1949, to the late Edwin and Willa (Thomas) Hanni. He spent his formative years in Stow, graduating from Stow High School in 1967. He received his bachelors degree from Kent …read more.

Paul Eugene McGlennen of Silver Lake, passed away at his home surrounded by family at 4:21 p.m. Sunday, April 21, 2019, at the age of 70. He was born on May 14, 1948, in Kalamazoo, Mich., to Virginia (Laughlin) McGlennen and Raymond McGlennen. He was married on Nov, 24, 1973 to Marsha (Truex) McGlennen. They …read more.

Charles Dale Waites, 69, formerly of Warsaw, died at 11:57 a.m. June 27, 2019, at his residence in Bourbon. A Life Celebration is currently pending with Cory Benz at Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw.

Anna Marie (Gonzales) Middleton, 30, Goshen, passed away at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, June 27, 2019, at Center for Hospice Care in Elkhart. She was born in Corpus Christy, TX to Anna Marie Gonzales & Lee Ray Gonzalez. She graduated in 2008 from Alma High School in Alma, Mich., and was a homemaker. She was married …read more.

Barbara Leedy, 95, formerly of Syracuse, passed away June 29, 2019 in Scottsdale, Pa. Arrangements are currently pending at Eastlund Funeral Home.

Aaron McPherson, 48, Syracuse,died June 25, 2019 ,at his residence. He was born on June 26, 1970, in Marion, to Ralph & Willa (Kiser) McPherson. He is survived by his twin sisters – Jessica and Jennifer McPherson both of Huntington. Eastlund Funeral Home handled Aaron’s arrangements.

Thomas Lloyd Franklin, 50, Cromwell,died at 7:28 a.m. Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at Parkview Whitley Hospital. He was born on Jan. 26, 1969, the son of Mark Thomas and Karen (Zachary) Franklin in Lafayette.  He is survived by his son, Keith Thomas Franklin of Cromwell, and his mother, Karen (Steven) Whitaker of Cromwell; a brother, …read more.

Dr. Timothy  Ravencroft DDS, 79, Rochester passed away at 6:30 a.m. Thursday, June 27, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne. On June 16, 1940, he was born in Rochester.  He was a treasured son of  Edward F. and Vivian Anderson Ravencroft.  Growing up he shared his childhood with an older brother brother, Tom. He …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Fulton The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail: Elkhart The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Detention Facility: Marshall The following people were booked in the Marshall County Jail:

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 10:09 p.m. Thursday, June 27, 8200 block East US 30, Pierceton. Victor Hernandez reported harassment.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 3:19 a.m. Saturday, June 29, 1500 block Country Club Drive East, Warsaw. Police were called to …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 4:22 a.m. Friday, June 28, SR 25 and North Franklin Street, Mentone. Drivers: Joseph D. Hudson, 36, West Shore Drive Apt. 10, Bremen; and Abigail N. Cohagan, 24, West CR 50N, Rochester. Hudson failed to see Cohagan’s vehicle before proceeding through the intersection. Damage …read more.

WARSAW — Adult and Teen Programs at the Warsaw Community Public Library are listed below.  The following programs are set to take place in July at the Warsaw Community Public Library. The WCPL Summer Reading Program continues through July 31. WorkOne computer and resume/interviewing classes. Contact the library for details. Drop in Zone, video games/VR …read more.

It looks as if State Rep. Curt Nisly may well have some competition next year if he chooses to seek re-election to his District 22 seat. The first to step forward is Democrat Paul Heimbach, who has already begun campaigning and spoke last weekend at the Democratic party fundraiser on the S.S. Lillypad on Lake …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is requesting your assistance in locating subjects wanted on felony and/or misdemeanor warrants. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these wanted persons, contact the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office at (574) 267-5667. Please Read Our Disclaimer All warrants are the property of Kosciusko County. The …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The start of a long Fourth of July celebration kicked off Friday night, June 28, with the annual Winona Lake Flotilla. Participants and observers enjoyed perfect conditions as eight decorated boats cruised around the lake in a counter-clockwise path. Organizer and judge Connie Kaiser said participation was down from last year when 14 …read more.

WARSAW — A 17-year-old female complained of head pain after her vehicle was struck by a semitractor/trailer on US 30, west of SR 15 around 5 p.m. tonight, Friday, June 28. According to officers at the scene, the teenager was headed westbound in a Honda Sonoma, when her GPS system told her to make a …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw is launching its seasonal spraying for mosquitos.  Due to warmer weather, there is a large population of larvae that will soon hatch, according to a news release from the city issued Friday afternoon. The city is divided into four sections (north, north side additions, south, and south side additions) …read more.

WARSAW — Twenty-five years after Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Detective Sergeant Phil Hochstetler was gunned down while investigating the theft of firearms at a home on East Clark Street, one of his three sons — Drew Hochstetler — finds himself back in the city where his father died and contemplating a career change. The 29-year-old CNC …read more.

WARSAW — Shiloh Industries will be holding a fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Saturday, June 29, at Owens Supermarket, located at 2211 E. Center St., Warsaw. The cost is $6.50 per half chicken, which includes a scoop of Pit-Tatoes. All proceeds benefit the Kosciusko County Animal Welfare League.

WARSAW — A man and woman were both charged with drug-related offenses when police conducted a search related to a stolen lawnmower. Jarrod Tyler Feldman, 23, 315 N. Columbia St., Warsaw, is charged with possession of a syringe, a level 6 felony; theft, a class A misdemeanor; and theft with a prior conviction, a level …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — According to the Kosciusko Sheriff’s Office, the suspect has been arrested and the victim from the June 20 shooting incident remains in critical condition. With the assistance of the Mishawaka Police Department and the United States Marshals Fugitive Task Force, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office Detectives took Jason Neiswender, 40, Mishawaka, into custody this …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 7:21 a.m. Friday, June 28, 800 block East Arthur St. and North Cook Street, Warsaw. Christopher L. Holsclaw reported found property. 3:57 a.m. Friday, June 28, 2200 block East Center St., Warsaw. Alysha N. Cook reported auto theft. Value: $3,004. 5:34 p.m. Thursday, June …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

KOSCIUSKO — OrthoWorx recently hosted its first professional development of the summer for interns, co-ops and young professionals in the orthopedic industry. The event, “Social Media and Self-Branding,” was organized by the Orthopedic Young Professional Advisory, and was held at Grace College. OYPA is managed through OrthoWorx and professional development events are done in collaboration …read more.

Teresa Kay Alderfer, 45, of Rochester, passed away at 9 p.m., Wednesday, June 26, 2019, at Parkview Regional Medical Center of Fort Wayne. On Feb. 24, 1974, she was born in Goshen to Jimmy and Mary Ruff Wilhite. Growing up, she shared her childhood with a brother, Rex. Alderfer graduated with the class of 1994 …read more.

Anna Marie (Gonzales) Middleton, 30, of Goshen, passed away at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 27, 2019, at Center for Hospice Care in Elkhart. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse.

WINONA LAKE — A Winona Lake man was recently arrested after setting a fire, causing two mobile homes and a truck to be destroyed. Jordan Joseph Schultz, 29, 1202 Wooster Road #61, Winona Lake, is being charged with arson, a level 4 felony; possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; criminal mischief, a class A …read more.

WARSAW — Center Street Community Theatre recently announced plans for a fall 2019 production of “Lend Me A Tenor” by Ken Ludwig. Performances are scheduled for Oct. 3 to 6 at Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts. The show will be directed by Melissa Jordan. Auditions are open to adults in the community and will …read more.

Alzada “Toots” Robbins, 74, of Warsaw, passed away at 11:15 a.m. Wednesday, June 26, 2019, in her residence. She was born on Jan. 24, 1945, to Albert and Kathleen (Pratt) Crowl in Ft. Wayne. She was united in marriage on Oct. 23, 1988, to Wallace Robbins. Robbins was a waitress supervisor as well as a …read more.

LEESBURG — In a house just west of Tippecanoe Lake, dozens of caterpillars in chrysalises lay in wait to transform into monarch butterflies, marvelous creatures well-known for their annual migration from the northern United States to more southern and warmer areas. The monarch butterfly population has rapidly declined in recent years, but one local woman …read more.

Arthur L. Gilbert, 87, North Manchester, passed away June 26, 2019, at Timbercrest Healthcare Center. He was born Nov. 26, 1931, at Elkhart County, Indiana to Arthur & S. Marie (Noss) Gilbert.  On June 3, 1956 he married Ellen Stroup. He graduated from Milford High School in 1949 and from Manchester College with a B.S. …read more.

Katherine “Kathy” D. Penrose, 84, Rochester, passed away at 6:55 p.m. Monday, June 24, 2019, at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. She was born on Dec. 12, 1934, in Greenville, South Carolina, the daughter of Charles and Kate (DuPre) Mabe. Penrose graduated from Furman University and the Greenville Hospital School of Nursing and started her professional career …read more.

Dr. Timothy Ravencroft, 79, of Rochester, passed away at 6:30 a.m., Thursday, June 27, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.

Teresa K. Alderfer, 45, of Rochester passed away at 9 p.m., Wednesday, June 26, 2019, at Parkview Hospital of Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Career Center offers monthly workshops that can be completed in increments, with assessments and certifications upon completion. This is the place to prepare for a growing business and manufacturing world that demands more digital literacy and online tech skills. No experience is necessary. All Career Center events are free and open …read more.

Kosciusko Officers from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 1:24 a.m. Friday, June 28, North SR 13, south of East CR 800N, North Webster. Driver: Susan M. Nobles, 36, Railside Drive, Syracuse. Nobles told police she was driving her vehicle southbound on SR 13 when a deer entered the roadway. She told …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested after using a counterfeit $20 bill at a gas station. Ryan F. Hampton, 18, 5097 W. CR 550N, Warsaw, is being charged with counterfeiting, a level 6 felony. On June 19, an officer with the Warsaw Police Department was dispatched to a Lassus Handy Dandy gas station in …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is proud to host Dino Dig from 2-3 p.m. Monday, July 8. Are you ready to get a little dirty? Then Dino Dig is perfect for you. Participants will learn about dinosaurs, create fossils and take a trip back in time with dinosaur activities. Cost is $5 per …read more.

WARSAW – The 13th annual Jimmy Baker Memorial Golf Outing is set to return to Rozella Ford Golf Club on Sunday, July 14.

WINONA LAKE — The Winona Lake Plan Commission took time on Thursday, June 27 to finish massaging a proposed ordinance that will be presented to the town council regarding rental properties. The ordinance, named 2019-1-1, is described as “An Ordinance Establishing A Rental Registration and Inspection Program.” Town Attorney Adam Turner told the commission that …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Following is a list of July 4 events and celebrations in and around Kosciusko County. To add an event to this list, please email [email protected]. Akron The Miss Sparkler and Mr. Firecracker competition will take place at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 2, at the Akron Community Center. The Firecracker 5K starts at …read more.

Winona Lake — Dr. Tiberius Rata, associate dean of the School of Ministry Studies at Grace College & Seminary, and Walter C. Kaiser Jr. published Walking the Ancient Paths: A Commentary on Jeremiah with Lexham Press on June 19. In this book, the authors illuminate the book of Jeremiah for a contemporary audience.  Rata received …read more.

Paul Edwin Sibray, of Silver Lake, passed away surrounded by family at his residence at 9:21 p.m. on Wednesday, June 26, 2019, at the age of 71. He was born on Feb. 12, 1948 in Flora, to Robert and Loretta June (Doan) Sibray. Sibray attended school in Flora and was a 1966 graduate of Carroll …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Petitions are circulating online calling for the removal of Jerry Clase as the Kosciusko County animal control officer after an Etna Green resident claimed Clase shot and killed her dog. Sherry Koser said she was at work Wednesday, June 19, when her landlord allowed Clase to take Daisy, a 14-year-old boxer, after a …read more.

Kosciusko Officers from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 9:50 p.m. Wednesday, June 26, North SR 15, north of West CR 1350N, Milford. Driver: Tina K. Robertson, 38, West Syracuse Street, Milford. Robertson told police she was driving her vehicle northbound on SR 15 when a deer entered the roadway. She told …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

WARSAW — While a spring and early summer that has featured plenty of moisture and cooler-than-average temperatures has wreaked havoc on area farmers, the cantankerous weather of 2019 has also affected local lakes. “We know that fish spawning has been delayed in many areas,” said Jed Pearson, a district fisheries biologist with the Indiana Department …read more.

WARSAW — Fire Department personnel were called to assist with a train, vehicle accident around 2:20 p.m. this afternoon, June 27. The collision occurred at the intersection of Hickory and Main streets in Warsaw, between a southbound train and a vehicle. Winona Lake Fire Department responded to help clean up the scene, but no injuries …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wednesday’s annual Syracuse Wawasee Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing was all fun and games, but the money raised should help the chamber with some serious business.

WARSAW — Haiti Hungry No More will be holding a fundraiser at Culver’s in Warsaw from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 10. This “Culver’s Give Back Night’ will allow a portion of the meal or custard purchased to go directly to feeding children in five Haitian schools. $24 will feed a child in …read more.

Jacquline Egolf KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw woman will be allowed to serve a two year sentence through community corrections. Jacquline Rae Egolf, 20, 1313 N. CR 525W, Warsaw, appeared in Kosciusko Superior Court 1 Thursday, June 27, for sentencing after her involvement in a 2018 break-in. According to court documents, on Sept. 20, 2018, a …read more.

GYOR, Hungary – Grace College graduate Flavia Faria completed her first club season in Hungary.

Billy Ray Compton, 79, and previously a resident of Winona Lake, passed away in the loving care of his family on Tuesday, June 25, 2019,  in his rural Columbia City residence. Born on Feb. 14, 1940, in Floyd County, Kentucky, “Bill,” as most knew him, was the son of Albert and Lucinda (Justice) Compton. He …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is proud to host Colorful Ceramics Saturday, July 13. In this make-and-take style program, attendees will paint their choice of two ceramic pieces. Choices include a unicorn, dog, shark, robot, owl or cupcake. There no age limit, so register the whole family. Cost is $15 per person. Register …read more.