SYRACUSE — The Syracuse Parks and Recreation Department held its fifth annual Mudtastic Classic Saturday.

MENTONE — Are you looking for something to keep the family entertained during the week? Join the Bell Memorial Public Library on Wednesdays for family movies. At 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 26, the library will be showing “Space Camp.” Popcorn will be provided. Kids will be making seltzer rockets at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 27. …read more.

SYRACUSE — A cool crisp breeze and temps in the 70s served as the background for this year’s Oakwood Fine Arts Festival. The festival started at 10 a.m. and ends at 7 p.m. today, Saturday, June 22. Chautauqua-Wawasee hosted the event at Oakwood Resort in Syracuse. This annual family-friendly event brings artists from around the …read more.

SYRACUSE — A cool lake breeze greeted those walking out onto the pier and boat slips at Oakwood Resort to view the variety of wooden and antique boats on display Saturday, June 22. The show began at 10 a.m. with boats arriving for the annual Lake Wawasee Wooden Boat Show. More were expected in the …read more.

WARSAW – Final call for next week’s Warsaw Tiger Cub and Junior Tiger football camps.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 6:51 p.m. Friday, June 21, Old Road 30, Warsaw. Drivers: Karen S. Thomas, 78, Sharon Street, Winona Lake; and Mary E. McNeely, 58, Tepee Drive, Warsaw. Thomas said she was stopped at a stop sign, waiting to turn right onto Old Road 30. She …read more.

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

MILFORD — The Milford Public Library has announced its list of upcoming events. Summer Family Story Time Guest storyteller Maureen Haab presented “Have Spacesuit, Will Travel” at Family Story Time on Friday, June 7. Children of all ages enjoyed listening to “The Astronaut Handbook” by Meghan McCarthy and “Mousetronaut” by Mark Kelly, a former astronaut. “Mousetronaut” is based …read more.

I’ve always enjoyed attending the Hoosier State Press Association workshops in Indianapolis because they invigorate my desire to be a productive, smart reporter (trust me, I’m still learning). But the event I attended on Wednesday, June 19, in Indianapolis with Mail-Journal Reporter Deb Patterson was outstanding. In addition to separate discussions on the incorporation of …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.

    NORTH WEBSTER — One of the highlights of the annual Mermaid Festival is the coronation of its Cutie King and Queen. This year, 35 young ladies and 16 young men vied for the chance to become part of the festival history, hoping to be named the 69th recipients of the honor, which dates …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man is facing charges after allegedly striking a female, resulting in an internal injury of her eardrum. Tyler Adam Prestin, 28, 340 E. Levi Lee Road, No. 154, Warsaw, is being charged with domestic battery with a child under the age of 16 present, a level 6 felony; domestic battery, a …read more.

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incidents: 3:33 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, 800 block South Huntington Street, Syracuse. Ann Jeanine Rudig reported fraud.  9:29 a.m. Thursday, June 19, 200 block Baltimore Street, Syracuse. June A. White reported theft of a license plate valued at $100.  9:17 a.m. Wednesday, June 19, 1400 …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — This weekend Christian singer Michael Wayne Smith will be visiting churches throughout the area.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following accident: 8:31 a.m. Thursday, June 20, North East Street, south of East Williams Street, Milford. Driver: Francine M. Heater, 58, 13th Street, Chesterton. Heater said a small animal ran out onto the roadway in front of her vehicle. She swerved to avoid striking the animal, …read more.

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

WARSAW — Trash pick up delays? Gas leak? Concert Update? Missing child? The city will establish a notification program later this year that can be targeted to specific parts of the city for a wide range of reasons. The Board of Works and Safety approved plans to contract with CivicPlus, of Manhattan, Kan., for the …read more.

Tina Marie Yoder, 58, Warsaw, passed away at 1:04 a.m. on Wednesday, June 19, 2019, at her home. She was born on March 11, 1961, in Rochester to Lowell E. and Shirley (Smith) Long. She was a lifetime Kosciusko County area resident, attended Tippecanoe Valley High School, and was employed at Zimmer and Biomet for …read more.

SYRACUSE —Two variances and one exception were approved at the regular meeting of the Syracuse Board of Zoning Appeals Thursday, June 20. Main Channel Marina’s petition was approved to allow for a change and alteration to a previously granted exception. It wants to allow the construction of a second storage building that will be 97½ …read more.

Editor’s Note —  This article has been updated with additional background information WARSAW — An embattled former Warsaw attorney who recently resigned from the Indiana Bar was arrested Thursday, June 20, for theft, a level 6 felony. Larry Dean Beeson, 74, 2914 Maple Court, Bremen, was booked in the Kosciusko County Jail with a $2,500 …read more.

Rebecca C. “Becky” Conkling, 60, North Webster, passed away at 11:29 p.m. on Wednesday, June 19, 2019, at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. She was born on March 30, 1959, in Columbia City to Paul Frederick and Norma Lenore (Harper) Krauss. She attended Belmont High School in Decatur and moved to the North Webster area …read more.

PIERCETON — Representatives from three Kosciusko County townships, as well as firefighters, Pierceton Town Council members and township advisory board members, held a preliminary discussion on Thursday, June 20, in regards to potentially establishing a fire territory. Pierceton Fire Chief Gordon Baker set up the discussion-based meeting involving representatives from Washington, Monroe and Jackson Townships. …read more.

  Fort Wayne —  Four areas of surgical care at Dupont Hospital have received Center of Excellence accreditation from Surgical Review Corporation, an internationally recognized patient safety organization. The accreditations include: Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery Center of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology Center of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Surgery Center of Excellence in Hernia …read more.

WARSAW — Area police are investigating a late-night shooting that apparently happened near Claypool and led police to a gas station in Warsaw. Shortly after 11:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, officers with the Warsaw Police Department were dispatched to the Lassus Handy Dandy gas station located at  702 S. Buffalo St, Warsaw, for a subject with …read more.

WARSAW — Summer’s arrival today — the longest day of the year — promises pleasant weather conditions today and tonight, but look for rain this weekend. The National Weather Service in North Webster predicts sunny conditions and a high of 78 today. Tonight’s low will fall to 61 and the weather service says there is …read more.

NDIANAPOLIS — British merchant services firm Paymentsense has released its list of the best states to start a business. Indiana ranked 8th nationwide and first in the Midwest. 

NAPPANEE — Bronson Yoder can pretty much do it all, and the NorthWood grad adds our Ink Free News Athlete of the Year nomination to an impressive and deep athletic résumé.

WABASH — Switchfoot will bring its new North American tour to the Honeywell Center at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5. Tickets for “Switchfoot and Their Fantastic Traveling Music Show” go on sale at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 26. The tour promises a new experience for Switchfoot fans, with a deep dive into their catalog as …read more.

Warsaw Officers from the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 7:33 a.m. Friday, June 21, 300 block of South McKinley Street, Warsaw. Police responded to Polk & Sons to to investigate $500 taken from a vehicle. 1:10 a.m. Friday, June 21, 600 block of North Parker Street, Warsaw. Police responded to the Samantha Herring …read more.

Kosciusko Officers from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 10:14 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, South SR 19, south of West SR 10, Etna Green. Driver: Zane Lampman Rogers, 20, South SR 19, Akron. Rogers told police he was driving his vehicle southbound on SR 19 when he lost control of his vehicle, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A man is facing charges after allegedly stealing multiple electronic items on different occasions from Walmart stores in Warsaw and Plymouth.  Jonathan Isaac Fry, 38, who, according to information on his booking sheet is homeless in South Bend, but who has a previous address on file as 2018 N. Clinton St., Fort Wayne, …read more.

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

  Violet J. Cassidy, 87, Cromwell, passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2019. She was born on Feb. 20, 1932, to the late Otho Weaver and Okla (Gaff) Weaver. She married Raymond L. Cassidy on June 5, 1948, in Albion. He passed away in November of 1996. She worked as a Nurses Aid for many …read more.

Sonja “Sunny” L. Colden, 79, Cromwell, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2019. She was born on Feb. 22, 1940, to the late Virginia Faye (Smith) Spellman and Walter Trine. She married Rudy B. Colden on Dec. 22, 1990, at Auburn Church of Christ. She worked for Home Health Care and Meals on Wheels for …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department encourages kids ages 5-12 to sign up for Lego Mania. The event will be held from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Monday, June 24, in the Pete Thorn Center Gymnasium. There will crafts, games, snacks and best of all, Legos. The cost is $5 per child, and participants that …read more.

WARSAW – NorthWood’s Bronson Yoder headlines our All-IFN Top 10 list for 2018-19.

WINONA LAKE — A small gathering stood on the front porch of 807 E. Canal St., Winona Lake, as the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce and the Village At Winona welcomed that area’s newest business with a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday, June 20. Port Winona Wine & Market opened about a month ago, according to co-owner …read more.

WARSAW — Each June, USDA celebrates National Homeownership Month with events across the country to highlight USDA’s continuing commitment to providing affordable housing opportunities. On Thursday, June 20, local USDA representatives held a homeownership ceremonial event at a newly constructed home on West Point Drive, Warsaw, and presented new homeowner Melissa Huhn with a hanging …read more.

Jack Hartman II, 58, Warsaw, passed away at 5:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 18, 2019, at his home. He was born on June 29, 1960, in Warsaw to Jack and Carolyn Sue (Warren) Hartman. He was a lifetime Kosciusko County area resident and graduated in 1980 from Warsaw High School. He was married on Aug. …read more.

WARSAW — Explore how to enjoy a healthier and lighter version of your favorite summer foods at a program sponsored by Cancer Services at the Warsaw Public Library from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Monday, July 22. Join Sue Delagrange, MS, RD for this free program. Reservations are recommended, but not required. For more information or …read more.

SYRACUSE — Join lake friends for a casual evening of food, live music and a grand prize giveaway at Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation’s “The Event,” a summer social. “The Event” will be from 7 to 11 p.m. Friday, June 28, at the WACF Ruddell Pavilion, 11586 N. SR 13, Syracuse. “The Event” is just that, …read more.

MENTONE — Just before 2:30 p.m. today, June 20, emergency responders were called to an ATV accident at 518 N. Franklin St., Mentone. According to dispatch reports, there was one injury suffered from a foot laceration and road rash. A trooper with the Indiana State Police confirmed the injuries as road rash and said the …read more.

Mentone Officers with the Mentone Police Department investigated the following incident: Midnight Thursday, June 20, 100 block South Walnut St., Mentone. Kim A. Krichbaum reported a hit-and-run vehicle accident.   Fulton Officers with the Fulton County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 8:55 a.m. Thursday, June 20, 200 block West Rochester Street, Akron. Police were …read more.

SYRACUSE — As Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District celebrates the successful transfer of all Syracuse flow, the district’s new attorney recommended some serious cracking down on those ignoring district policy. During Monday night’s regularly monthly meeting of the TCRSD board, held June 17, employees, board members and the public worked together to wade through fines …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 3:21 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, East CR 1000N, near North CR 400E, Milford. Driver: Rayna L. Richter, 57, East Armstrong Road, Leesburg. Richter was turning south from CR 1000N when a rabbit entered the roadway. This caused Richter to drive her vehicle off …read more.

Kosciusko The following person was 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:

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host the Central Park Concert Series at the Central Park Plaza at 7 p.m. Friday, June 21. If you like blues, you won’t want to miss “Sensational Soul Brothers.” The band starts playing at 7 p.m. and will play until 8:30 p.m. Bring your …read more.

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH  — 17-year-old Austin Adams wanted to quit smoking, so he transitioned to electronic cigarettes in attempt to ease the addiction.

KOSCIUSKO — In a secret location somewhere in Kosciusko County, a crew of six workers from a local farming operation gingerly sowed tiny hemp plants into the moist Indiana soil. In roughly three months, the plants will be processed for their oil, and will ultimately provide relief to consumers for a variety of maladies. Don …read more.

WARSAW — “Work release is not an option. He knows he will get sentenced and be incarcerated for a while. In an odd way, he is looking forward to it,” said John Barrett, attorney for Adrian Crabb, 20, 155 EMS B43 Lane, Leesburg. Crabb was sentenced to three years at the Indiana Department of Corrections …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee thrower Sara Pritchard signed on with NAIA Marian University Wednesday.

INDIANA — Recently the Indiana State Police Bremen Post has become aware that there is a new scam that is targeting the area. This scam is unique because it arrives in your mailbox instead of your inbox. This scam allegedly comes from an executive from a bank in a European country that has discovered a …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Originally designed to carry two golfers and golf clubs around a golf course, golf carts are becoming modes of transportation in towns and communities. It possibly started when gas prices skyrocketed late in 2009. While this mode of transportation has become common in the area, the lack of knowledge on local ordinances …read more.

Cynthia Jean Cook-Denny, 58, of Rochester passed away unexpectedly at her home on Monday, June 17, 2019. Arrangements are pending in the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

ETNA GREEN — After years of Etna Green not having an annual parade, the owners of Etna Elevator are bringing the event back through a Fourth of July parade this year. Parade line-up starts at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 4, at the Etna Elevator parking lot, located at 120 N. Walnut St. The parade will …read more.

Cheryl Isom, 58, Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 6:03 a.m., June 20, 2019. Arrangements are pending in the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Rebecca C. “Becky” Conkling, 60, North Webster, passed away at 11:29 p.m. on Wednesday, June 19, 2019, at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, SR 13 and CR 500N, North Webster, IN.

SYRACUSE — For more than 20 years, experienced Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation guides have been leading canoe trips through the 10 lakes that feed water into Lake Wawasee. The annual WACF canoe trips are great family fun and will begin Friday, June 21, and continue every Friday through Aug. 16. The trips are from 7:30 …read more.

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

The following incidents were investigated by area police: Warsaw Police Department 2:27 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, a report of shoplifting at Owen’s Supermarket, 2200 block of East Center Street, Warsaw. About $100 of merchandise was involved. 3:49 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, counterfeiting was reported at Lassus Handy Dandy, 700 block of North Parker Street, Warsaw. …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — On Wednesday, June 19, Mermaid Festival officials took a gamble on proceeding with the Cutie Parade — and won. Despite downpours earlier in the day and continual threatening skies, festival officials met in the late afternoon, studied weather radars and decided to go ahead with the event, electing to begin the procession …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Symphony of the Lakes will perform its annual program of patriotic and popular numbers prior to the fireworks display over Winona Lake. The concert “Salute to America,” will feature a wide variety of popular music by American composers. Repertoire will include nostalgic pieces of Americana like Morton Gould’s “American Salute” and …read more.

Dale Robert Hagberg, 52, of Ligonier, passed away on Monday June 10, 2019. Private family services were held at Yeager Funeral Home in Ligonier with Clete Mast officiating. Dale was laid to rest at Oak Park Cemetery in Ligonier. Yeager Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

MILFORD — A Milford man was recently arrested after police say he battered a pregnant woman and left the scene in her vehicle. Austin Samual Wood, 21, 305 Ulrich Drive, Milford, is being charged with battery causing bodily injury to a pregnant woman, a level 5 felony; domestic battery with a child present, a level …read more.

WARSAW – Our All-IFN Top 10 individual lists begin with the first five athletes from the 2018-19 sports seasons.

WINONA LAKE — Winona Lake’s annual decorated boat parade, which has been growing in popularity the last several years, will be held this year on Friday, June 28, with boat lineup beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the Winona Lake town park pier, and the procession beginning at 8 p.m. The flotilla is a modern revival …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Alumni Association gathered at the Syracuse Community Center, Saturday, June 15 for the annual banquet. The Syracuse High School classes of 1959, and 1949 were honored. Approximately 100 attended for the social hour, dinner and time for meeting and greeting those not seen in a while. Those there represented the classes of …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College & Seminary is pleased to announce it is the recipient of a new $250,000 grant from The Kern Family Foundation, bringing the total gifted from the foundation to $450,000. The grant will be used to capitalize on the growth in Grace’s accelerated seminary degree program which allows students to earn …read more.

WARSAW — Microsealing will continue on several streets over the next few days, weather permitting. If there is inclement weather, the schedule may experience delays, but work will continue in the order planned. A base coat is applied during the first pass-through. A top coat is applied during the second working day on each street.  …read more.

PIERCETON —  At approximately 2:20 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, first responders were called to a rollover accident in the area of 8280 US 30, near Regency Estates in Pierceton. A blue Dodge Ram went off the north side of the westbound lane. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department and Lutheran EMS were at the scene. It is …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Town Council voted to purchase five computers, seven monitors and one laptop at its regular monthly meeting, Tuesday, June 18 in the North Webster Community Center. The total approved for the purchase was $7,427. The equipment will service the clerk-treasurer’s office and the police station. Members of the council are …read more.

AVON, Ohio – IWU’s Kyle Mangas was named the Male Student Athlete of the Year for the 2018-19 Crossroads League campaign.

KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw man was arrested after allegedly battering and strangling a woman. Henry George Slater, 36, 5935 S. Woodland Lane, Warsaw, is being charged with strangulation and domestic battery with a child under 16 present, both level 6 felonies; and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. On May 28, an officer with the …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 9:22 a.m. Wednesday, June 19, 9300 block of East Street of Dreams, Cromwell. Angelita Vanessa Trigo reported criminal mischief. 12:20 a.m. Wednesday, June 19, 200 block of West Main Street, Warsaw. Officers were notified about possible narcotics found in a parking lot.   …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 7:39 a.m. Wednesday, June 19, 76 West CR 600N, Leesburg. Driver: Daniel Morrison, 66, Market Street, Warsaw. Officers responded to Phend and Brown for dump truck accident. Morrison was backing up a dump truck and struck another dump truck registered to the Elkhart …read more.

Marsha D. Robison, 72, Rochester passed away at 8:42 p.m., on June 18, 2019, at Blair Ridge Health campus of Peru. On Feb. 8, 1947, Marsha Dianne Miller was born in Rochester. She was the treasured daughter of Charles and Marjorie McCalla Miller. Growing up as the second oldest of the Miller kids she shared her childhood …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko REMC Operation RoundUp Fund recently awarded Hoosiers Feeding the Hungry a grant to be used to serve Kosciusko County residents. These funds will help Hoosiers Feeding the Hungry pay processing fees for large game and livestock donations within Kosciusko County. The processed meat will then be given to area hunger relief …read more.

The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office and Fulton County Crimestoppers are 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 Fulton County Crimestoppers at (574) 223-7867. Please Read Our Disclaimer All warrants are the property of Fulton County. The …read more.

ROCHESTER — To venture a drastic understatement, after a severe weather event, public utilities get kind of busy for a while. And oftentimes the public does not fully appreciate the method behind their flurry of labor in the storm’s aftermath. The companies start with the same overriding aim. “Our goal is to get the most people …read more.

WARSAW — The Beaman Home will be hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony at Mary Ann’s Place at 4:30 p.m. Monday, July 1. The Beaman Home has moved its Basic Needs Center that was located on Winona Avenue to Mary Ann’s Place, located at 325 Argonne Road. The name of the facility is in honor of …read more.

NEWTON COUNTY — The animal rights group who released video showing alleged animal cruelty at Fair Oaks Farms is responding to accusations that they coerced the abuse.

WINONA LAKE — Residents of Winona Lake got a first look at the town’s long-term vision for itself following Tuesday night’s regular town board meeting Tuesday, June 18. According to Town Board President Rick Swaim, a steering committee first met June 27, 2018, to help formulate the beginnings of what will become the town’s new …read more.

Jack Hartman II, 58, Warsaw, passed away at 5 a.m. on Tuesday, June 18, 2019, at his home. Arrangements are pending at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, 4356 N. SR 15, Warsaw.

Tina Marie Yoder, 58, of Warsaw, passed away at 1:04 a.m. on Wednesday, June 19, 2019, at her home. Arrangements are pending at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, 4356 N. SR 15, Warsaw.

WABASH — Four new shows have been added to the Ford Theater line-up at the Honeywell Center, including American rock band TOTO, comedian Chad Prather, and the holiday spectacular A Very Electric Christmas. Tickets for all shows will be on sale at 10 a.m. June 19. TOTO will make its debut performance on the Ford …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 9:22 a.m. Tuesday, June 18, 200 block EMS R4 Lane, Pierceton. Crystal Lee Shepherd reported a vehicle window was broken sometime during the night.  3:15 p.m. Monday, June 17, 11000 block SR 13, Syracuse. Britani Alee Zimmerman reported keys taken from a residence.  …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 8:51 p.m. Monday, June 17, South CR 400W, south of Crystal Lake Road, Warsaw. Driver: Brittany N. Jones, 22, East CR 900S, Claypool. Jones told police she was driving north on CR 400W and when she came up over a hill she observed …read more.

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

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Grapes We heard through the grapevine that there’s a new cat in town looking for a “furever” home. Meet Grapes, king of all he surveys from the cat tower. He is a gorgeous, …read more.

CLAYPOOL — During its meeting on Tuesday, June 18, the Claypool Town Council announced that Travis Neff has been hired as the town’s new attorney. Neff, an attorney with Turner Valentine LLP in Warsaw, is replacing John Barrett. Barrett resigned from the town attorney position. As Neff was present at the meeting, council members and …read more.

Kathleen J. “Kathy” Siwy, 67, New Paris, formerly of Syracuse, passed away at 6:15 a.m. on Friday, June 14, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Syracuse. She was born on July 24, 1951, in East Chicago to Gus and Lela Belle (McCormick) Getz. She grew up in Hammond and graduated from Hammond High School. She …read more.

Wendell Wayne Walston of Leesburg, and affectionately known by everyone as Wayne, passed away at 2:23 p.m. on Monday, June 17, 2019, at his residence at the age of 76. He returned to his home on Tippecanoe Lake as he had wanted and passed away peacefully surrounded by the family he loved so much, just …read more.

SYRACUSE – Wawasee wrestling reigns as our All-IFN Team of the Year.

WARSAW – Wawasee wrestling stands tall as our IFN Team of the Year for the 2018-19 season.

SIDNEY — The Sidney-Jackson Township Fire Department will be hosting a Big Boss BBQ from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 30. The address is 103 E. Center St., Sidney. The cost is $8 dine in for an adult meal and dessert, $5 dine in for children age 12 and under. All carryout is $8 per …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Grace’s baseball team picked up five academic honors at the national level.

SOUTH BEND – Chris Betts won a second Home Run Derby in as many nights, lifting the East over the West, 4-3, at the Midwest League All-Star Game Tuesday night.

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse Town Council approved a settlement agreement regarding a lawsuit against Inframark LLC related to the construction project at the town’s wastewater treatment plant during its meeting Tuesday night, June 18. Inframark will pay the town $75,000. Once payment is received both parties will execute a stipulation of dismissal with prejudice. Mike …read more.

MILFORD — “I will try to do the very best I can for the town,” stated Kenneth “Ken” L. Long, who was elected by VanBuren Township Precinct Committeemen, Tuesday evening at a Republican town caucus. Long signed the oath of office immediately following the caucus and will hit the ground running. Long defeated town resident …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Winona Lake Town Council held a presentation to honor Mitch Titus, the town’s fire chief who died May 5 as a result of a workplace accident a few days earlier. The family of Titus was presented with a gold-plated ceremony ax that bore an inscription honoring Titus’ years of service with …read more.