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WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools’ board of trustees heard about leaps forward in education at the elementary school level as well as in the adult arena at its monthly board work session Tuesday, June 18. Adult education Steven Ferber of the Gateway Adult Education program told the board that despite recent budget cuts, the program …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man is facing charges after allegedly applying for multiple credit cards using a female’s identifying information.  Joseph James Lambert, 28, 201 S. Detroit St. 124, Warsaw, is being charged with three counts of identity deception, all level 6 felonies  According to the affidavit of probable cause, on April 25, an officer with the Warsaw …read more.

WARSAW — Juneteenth, which celebrates the freedom of slaves in the United States, will be held Wednesday night, June 19, at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds. The event is organized by the law office of Warsaw attorney Travis McConnell and will be from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Shrine Building. Slaves were officially emancipated on …read more.

MARSHALL COUNTY — Officers with the Marshall County Undercover Narcotics Investigation Team served several level 2 felony dealing warrants in multiple counties Monday, June 17. Kenneth McIntire Sr., 55, Argos, was located in rural Marshall County and arrested by Marshall County police for a narcotic drug warrant, a level 2 felony. He is being held …read more.

SOUTH BEND – Chicago Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg was in South Bend Tuesday for the Midwest League All-Star Game.

PIERCETON — Around 3 p.m. today, June 18, emergency responders were dispatched to a possible industrial fire at Paragon Medical, 8 Matchett Drive, Pierceton. Pierceton Fire Department initially responded and called for a full assist from North Webster Fire Department. Later, officials requested an assist from Turkey Creek Fire Department. Lutheran EMS was also on …read more.

WARSAW — The Greater Warsaw Ministerial Association recently met with Right to Life of North Central Indiana to present a check in the amount of $2,000 to support the Baby Box Project. Money was collected from New Life Christian Church and Community Life Center.  All churches and the community are encouraged to support this project. 

SYRACUSE — Several new trail projects, hiring a new director and May’s financial report were the main topics of discussion at Syracuse-Wawasee Trails Committee meeting Monday, June 17. With the resignation of the former director, Megan McClellan, the committee discussed hiring a new leader. Applications and resumes are now being accepted for the position of …read more.

WARSAW – Registration is open for July 6th’s Miles That Matter 5K and 10K.

WARSAW — It doesn’t take a trained meteorologist to remind you we’ve had a long period of gloomy, cloudy, rainy weather this spring with very few consecutive days of sunshiny weather. But meteorologists certainly know how to quantify it. Indiana and much of the Midwest have seen above-average rainfall this spring and that promises to …read more.

Jail Bookings

June 18, 2019

Kosciusko The following person was booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Fulton The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail:

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster-Tippecanoe Chamber of Commerce has announced Tippecanoe Boat Co. as its June member of the month. The company has been on Lake Tippecanoe since 1925. Owner Bruce Pierce is the fifth generation in the business, which serves northern Indiana by offering new and used boat sales and a service department headed …read more.

WARSAW — Three people, including a five-year-old child, were transported to the hospital after a two-vehicle accident on Monday, June 17. At approximately 3:09 p.m. Monday, June 17, officers with the Warsaw Police Department responded to a two-vehicle accident on East CR 200N, near North Cessna Road, Warsaw. The crash involved a 2007 Kia Spectra, …read more.

ELKHART COUNTY — Turkey Creek Fire Territory has been called to assist Benton and New Paris fire departments on a house fire at 12600 CR 42, Millersburg, mid-morning today, Tuesday, June 18. The fire has reportedly heavily damaged the one-story brick home. According to Elkhart County’s GIS mapping system the home is owned by the …read more.

Area Police Reports

June 18, 2019

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 5 p.m. Monday, June 17, 6600 block of North 2nd Trail, North Webster. Police responded to Borden Waste Away to investigate a theft of a trash can. Value: $100. 5 p.m. Monday, June 17, 4000 block of North CR 175E, Warsaw. Police responded …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — NaevEnya Moore and Jordyn Leininger, two Pierceton teens representing Kosciusko County, placed in the top 11 of their age divisions in the 2019 Miss Indiana Pageant held in Zionsville Saturday, June 15. According to Amy Miller, who has directed the Miss Kosciusko County Pageant event for the past 10 years, this was the …read more.

Area Accident Reports

June 18, 2019

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 5:23 a.m. Monday, June 17, East Epworth Forest Road, west of East Sumac Lane, North Webster. Driver: Tyler L. Herbst, 22, North CR 1000E, Pierceton. Herbst was traveling west on East Epworth Forest Road when his vehicle left the roadway, striking two utility …read more.

WARSAW — Cirque Italia, the first traveling Italian water circus with a 35,000-gallon water stage and amazing artists from all over the world will be performing in Warsaw at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds. The Warsaw shows will be at the following days and times: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 21 1:30, …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — An Indianapolis woman, who purchased an old photo of two soldiers by chance, wants to find out who they are and get the picture to their family. The picture has become personal to Donna Dehoney over the years, just like the mission to bring them home. Of all the family photos Dehoney displays …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Shortly after 11:15 p.m., last night, June 17, Winona Lake Fire Department was dispatched to a fully engulfed trailer fire at Fairlane Mobile Home Park, 1202 Wooster Road, Winona Lake. According to dispatch reports, the fire quickly spread. Both lots 61 and 62 were affected by the fire. Warsaw-Wayne Fire Department was …read more.

Jail Bookings

June 18, 2019

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 int he Marshall County Jail:  

LARWILL — The Whitko School Board discussed the hiring and interviewing processes for each school’s vacant job positions during its meeting on Monday, June 17. Whitko Jr./Sr. High School Principal John Snyder said the school is currently in the process of hiring teachers. In total, WJSH had 11 teacher openings at the end of the …read more.

WARSAW — Pavement work in Warsaw will take place on Union Street, Dot Street, and Kincaide Street between SR 25 and Union Street today, June 18.  The work involves “micro-sealing,” which is a preventative treatment that helps extend the life of the asphalt. A news release from the city said traffic control will be in …read more.

WARSAW – Our All-IFN Top 10 teams offers quite a variety of looks.

Anna Jane Corwin

June 18, 2019

Anna Jane Corwin, 91, and a longtime resident of Kosciusko County, passed away at 4:30 p.m., June 15, 2019, in Miller’s Merry Manor of Wakarusa where she had lived for the last several years. Jane, as many knew her, was born on Sept. 6, 1927, in Atwood. She was the daughter of Phillip and Gladys (Pittman) …read more.

By Darla McCammon Have you added any of our adventures to your family calendar yet? Here are a few more summer fairs and events, most including fine art and free admission, for you to enjoy. Remember, learning things can be a lot of fun and what is better than getting entertained and educated for free. …read more.

WARSAW – Dave Anson is leaving Tiger athletics in great condition as he heads to the Sunshine State.

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SOUTH BEND – Chris Betts won the Midwest League Home Run Derby Monday evening.

  MENTONE — During the Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation Board Meeting held this evening, June 17, the board accepted donations for suicide prevention efforts and bus cameras. Valley Connects, the school corporations mental health task force, received $7,1000 in funding from the Indiana Suicide Prevention Coalition. This money will be used to purchase various promotional …read more.

WARSAW — A Winona Lake woman received a suspended sentence for an incident where a bag of heroin reportedly fell from her purse while she was in line at the bank. Danyelle Rebecca Palmer, 26, 1216 Biblers Ave., Winona Lake, pleaded guilty on May 6, to possession of a narcotic drug, a level 6 felony. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Jamie Garriott of the Kosciusko County Farm Service Agency wants to remind producers if they wish to receive credit for either prevented planting or failed acreage, a Notice of Loss must be filed with the Farm Service Agency. Prevented planting acreage must be reported on form CCC-576 Notice of Loss no later than …read more.

WARSAW — Four people, including a child in the back seat of a vehicle, were injured in a two-vehicle collision Monday afternoon, June 17, at 596 E. CR 200N, Warsaw. First responders were called just after 3 p.m. by central dispatch to respond to the collision. At the time of the call, one patient, a …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man received multiple sentences on drug charges with only a year to serve. Caleb Michael Devine, 27, 326 Eisenhower Parkway, Warsaw, pleaded guilty on May 20 to possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony, possession of both marijuana and paraphernalia, class A and C misdemeanors respectively. He appeared in Kosciusko County …read more.

Jail Bookings

June 17, 2019

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

WARSAW — This year, 30 students from Warsaw Community High School earned Kosciusko’s Work Ethic Certificate. The certificate recognizes students with future-ready skills and gives perks to students who work for partnering companies of the program. The partnership between the school and different companies links highly qualified graduates to job opportunities in the community. Qualifications for …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – NorthWood’s Maddy Payne and Warsaw’s Kaylee Patton are among those chosen to take part in the 17th annual IBCA/IHSAA Underclass Showcase.

NORTH WEBSTER — Tommy Hickerson and Megan Kratzsch both earned three-peat championships at Saturday’s Tournament of Champions, while Madison Schermerhorn split the top prize with Kratzsch at North Webster Elementary.

WARSAW — A woman was treated for a knee injury at the scene of a three-vehicle accident at East Center Street on Saturday, June 15. At approximately 8:34 a.m. Saturday, June 15, officers with the Warsaw Police Department responded to a three-vehicle accident at East Center Street, near Cleveland Street in Warsaw. The crash involved …read more.

DANVILLE — The iconic Mayberry car belonging to a popular Danville restaurant was damaged after a crash Sunday morning, Danville Metropolitan Police Department said. 

WARSAW — A Warsaw man told his sentencing judge, through his attorney, that he has a drug problem as well as other legal issues still hanging over his head as he was ordered to serve a couple of years either behind bars or on work release or Community Corrections for drug offenses. Samuel Effrien Alvarez, …read more.

  SYRACUSE — Chautauqua-Wawasee is holding the fifth annual Oakwood Fine Arts Festival June 22 on the lawn of Oakwood Resort in Syracuse. This Festival brings together 20+ local and regional artists from around the northern Indiana area. The outdoor setting provides a family-friendly environment that has been well attended each of the prior years. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Two people were recently arrested after police responded to a domestic disturbance that led to a short police chase, followed by taser deployment and the discovery of drugs. Orien Jacob Rosbrugh, 25, 313 E. Huntington St., North Webster, is being charged with disarming a law enforcement officer, a level 5 felony; resisting law …read more.

Area Police Reports

June 17, 2019

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 7:58 p.m. Sunday, June 16, 1900 block Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw. Cody Eugene Kindle reported theft of a kayak from his residence. Value: $600.  3:41 a.m. Sunday, June 16, 4300 block SR 15, Warsaw. Thomas Eugene Patches reported theft of a moped valued …read more.

KALAMAZOO, MICH. — The KIDS COUNT Data Book showed 419,000 children in Michigan live in poverty. The 2019 KIDS COUNT report said efforts to improve a child’s well-being in the state continued to fall short.

Area Accident Reports

June 17, 2019

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 9:41 p.m. Sunday, June 16, West SR 25, east of South CR 700W, Mentone. Driver: Novelene E. Witham, 61, Broadway Street, Mentone. Witham’s vehicle struck a deer. Damage up to $5,000.  7:08 p.m. Sunday, June 16, West CR 700S, east of South CR …read more.

Gene F. Ladd

June 17, 2019

Gene F. Ladd, 79, North Webster, passed away at 6:42 a.m. on Saturday, June 15, 2019, at the Visiting Nurse & Hospice House in Fort Wayne. He was born on Sept. 2, 1939, in Warsaw, to Paul E. and Mary (Meloy) Ladd. He graduated from North Webster High School and was a United Stated Marine …read more.

Jail Bookings

June 17, 2019

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

MISHAWAKA — Together with the Burger King McLamore Foundation, Quality Dining, Inc., is announcing they awarded $215,000 in 2019 academic scholarships program to nearly 200 deserving high school seniors as well as college students who are also Burger King employees. Miriam Hagg, Warsaw Community High School, received a $1,000 scholarship. “We view scholarships as our …read more.

Dorothy T. Manser

June 17, 2019

Dorothy T. “Dottie” Manser, 90, Rochester, passed away at 7:55 p.m. Friday, June 14, 2019, at the Center for Hospice Care, South Bend. She was born on April 30, 1929, in Chicago, Ill. the daughter of Anton and Lillie Triska. On March 4, 1950, in Chicago, Ill., she married Clarence Manser. He preceded her in …read more.

Lacy Francis Sr.

June 17, 2019

Lacy Francis, Sr., 84, from Montana, passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2019.  He was born in Paintsville, Ky. on Oct. 19, 1934, and was the son of Hershel and Edna Francis. Mr. Francis married his loving wife, Barbara Jean May, on Jan. 30, 1954, and they had three sons, Lacy Francis Jr., William David …read more.

Jerry Watson Goff

June 17, 2019

Jerry Watson Goff, 91, North Webster, passed away at 9:55 p.m., Thursday, May 30, 2019, in Kosciusko Community Hospital. He was born on June 18, 1927, in Marion, to Roger E. and Hazel (Watson) Goff. He graduated from Chippewa High School in 1945. He served his country in the Navy from 1945 to 1946. He lived in …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Community Fair will be July 8-13 this year. This year’s theme will be “Red, White and Blue And Old Engines Too.” The fair will be open daily from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. The annual fair parade will be Sunday, July 7, through the streets of Warsaw and head to the …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The National Weather Service has confirmed that nine tornadoes hit the state Saturday evening.

Mary Ann Secrest

June 17, 2019

Mary Ann Secrest, 60, Claypool, passed away at 1:40 p.m., Wednesday, June 12, 2019, in her residence. She was born on Nov. 7, 1958 to Carl and Edythe Mary (Didier) Sands in Fort Wayne. She was united in marriage on May 22, 1982, to Michael Secrest in Fort Wayne. She was a resident of Claypool …read more.

Susann M. Kellogg

June 17, 2019

Susann M. Kellogg, 86, Syracuse, passed away at 11:47 a.m. on Wednesday, June 12, 2019, at Goshen Hospital. She was born on March 27, 1933, in Fort Wayne to Edwin and Marcella (Drewit) Scheele. She grew up in Fort Wayne, attended Central Catholic High School in Fort Wayne and graduated from St. Petersburg Catholic High …read more.

Gene F. Ladd — PENDING

June 17, 2019

Gene F. Ladd, 79, North Webster, passed away at 6:42 a.m. on Saturday, June 15, 2019, at the Visiting Nurse and Hospice House in Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, SR 13 and CR 500N, North Webster

A Jar So Sweet

June 17, 2019

WINONA LAKE – What lurks beneath a Tootsie Roll and a 3 Musketeers is the glue that holds the Grace College Athletic Department together.

WABASH — Wabass Institute is a performance institute held annually at the Honeywell Center in Wabash, this year taking place June 24-28. A public recital hosted by the Honeywell Center will occur on Friday, June 28 at 7 p.m. in the Honeywell Room.  Wabass is an intensive, one-week summer music camp for double bass players …read more.

WARSAW – Ryan Slone’s golf marathon was part of the Animal Welfare League’s Putts 4 Pets event Saturday at Rozella Ford.

WARSAW – Fribley Field in Warsaw saw the installation of new bleachers Saturday morning.

Summer league results for the week of June 10-15.

Editor’s note: This is the first in an series of occasional articles marking the 100th anniversary of the construction of the Milford Public Library. By Earleen Fisher Vice President,  Friends of the Library MILFORD — The initial rejection was devastating: Word had come from New York City that Milford’s application for a Carnegie Foundation grant …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Get the kids excited about science and bring them to the Space, Astronomy and the Universe show at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 19, at North Webster Community Public Library. Steve Belliveau combines his engineering education and magic skills to teach kids about astronomy and space travel with dramatic demonstrations, audience participation and …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.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library’s 2019 Summer Reading Program is currently underway and there’s still time to sign up. This year’s theme is “A Universe of Stories.” The program will run from June 3 -12. There are programs for all age groups. Prizes will be awarded for each age group.  Activities planned include family movie on Wednesdays …read more.

TERRE HAUTE – Almost 2,900 athletes, including several athletes from Kosciusko County, participated in the 2019 Indiana Special Olympics Summer Games.

By Amy Mann Children’s Services Science. It’s something we talk about all year round, but in the summer, we can do outdoor activities to supplement our learning. Warsaw Community Public Library’s summer reading program is taking place now, and our theme this year is space. We have plenty of non-fiction and fiction books about space, …read more.

Area Police Reports

June 15, 2019

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 1:57 a.m. Friday, June 14, 1800 block Nye St., Warsaw. Christopher M. Slone reported a hit-and-run vehicle accident. 1:43 p.m. Thursday, June 13, 100 block Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of a found moped. 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 12, 700 …read more.

Area Accident Reports

June 15, 2019

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 8:54 a.m. Friday, June 14, South Packerton Road, near East CR 400S, Warsaw. Drivers: David A. Francis, 48, South SR 13 27, North Manchester; and Jessica M. Duffy, 43, West SR 114, North Manchester. Francis backed his vehicle into Duffy’s. Damage up to …read more.

Jail Bookings

June 15, 2019

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

SYRACUSE — Do you enjoy tap dance, making crafts, writing code or geocaching? The summer is here and the Syracuse Library has new, educational and fun offerings for all ages. What is usual for some people might be new for someone else and the library is a great place to give something a try. Here …read more.

Nila J. Born

June 15, 2019

Nila J. Born, 58, Columbia City, passed away at 10:06 p.m. Wednesday, June 12, 2019, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born June 14, 1960, in Columbia City, she was the daughter of Charles Leckrone and Myrna (Brown) Yancey. She graduated from Columbia City Joint High School with the Class of 1979. She had been a …read more.

Blas Antonio Flores

June 15, 2019

Blas Antonio Flores, 57, Bremen, went to meet his savior at 11:04 p.m. Thursday, June 13, 2019, in his home surrounded by family. He was born on Jan. 20, 1962, in Punuare, Honduras. On July 7, 1984, he married Lisa Thornton. He is survived by his wife: Lisa; two children: Anna (Brent) Ganger, Elkhart; and …read more.

Eugene Cloud

June 15, 2019

Eugene Cloud, 88, Wabash, died at 12:19 p.m. Wednesday, June 12, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born Nov. 3, 1930, in Wabash, to Edward Cloud and Margaret (Brauneller) Whistler. He was a 1948 graduate of LaFontaine High School and a US Marine Corps veteran. He married Shirley H. Hohl in LaFontaine …read more.

Ruby E. Waggoner

June 15, 2019

Ruby E. Waggoner, 99, Wabash, died at 6:15 a.m. June 13, at Bickford Cottage in Wabash. She was born March 26, 1920, in Wabash County, to Levi and Mary (Dunphy) Ridenour. She married Herschel H. Waggoner in Lincolnville on Dec. 21, 1938; he died Feb. 25, 2008. She worked at General Tire in Wabash for …read more.

Daniel Lee “Danny” Shoemaker, 70, Roann, died at 8:15 a.m. Thursday, June 13, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, after a short illness. He was born Sept. 7, 1948, in Union City, to James Daniel and Mary Louise (Ault) Shoemaker. He attended Northfield High School and worked at Workshop Enterprises and then ARC of …read more.

Johnny Paul Fields

June 15, 2019

Johnny Paul Fields, 65, Wabash, died at 8:56 p.m. Thursday, June 13, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born May 17, 1954, in Williamson, W.V., to James and Mamie (Mattox) Fields. He married Diana McCarty at the South Side Free Will Baptist Church in Wabash on July 1, 1978. He worked at …read more.

WARSAW — At approximately 8:45 a.m. Saturday, June 15, Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory and Lutheran EMS were called to the scene of a three-vehicle accident at the intersection of East Center Street and South Cleveland Street, Warsaw. Initial dispatch reports said a driver involved in the vehicle accident was injured. At this time, it is unknown …read more.

Two candidates for city council are calling for changes along Husky Trail after 8-year-old Gidieon Cook was struck and killed along the road in front of his school, Harrison Elementary. Democrat Sarah McNeal-Strahan Lenfestey, who faces incumbent Republican Jeff Grose in the fall election for Warsaw City Council District 1 seat, took to Facebook to …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.

WARSAW — A huge crowd of people attended the “Little River Band” concert at Warsaw’s Central Park tonight, June 14. Recent rains did not put a damper on the rock-n’-roll performance, with warm temperatures in the 70s and a mild breeze. The Rockin’ For Riley concert raised money for Riley Children’s Hospital, and the event …read more.

WARSAW — West Bell Drive from Biomet Drive west to Douglas Road in Warsaw will be closed beginning Monday, June 17.  The closure is expected to last five to six weeks.  During this closure, thru traffic will not have access; however, businesses will have access from at least one direction onto their property. This closure is …read more.

Susann M. Kellogg, 86, of Syracuse, passed away at 11:47 a.m. on Wednesday, June 12, 2019, at Goshen Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, 4356 N. SR 15, Warsaw.

KOSCIUSKO — In May 2018, the Kosciusko County Community Foundation announced that in celebration of its 50th anniversary, 10 youth-serving nonprofit organizations were selected to participate in “Endowment Challenge 50.” The Anthony Wayne Area Council Boy Scouts has successfully completed the fundraising portion of the challenge. Participating organizations committed to raising $10,000 for their endowment …read more.

Larry Edward Price

June 14, 2019

Larry Edward Price, 74, North Webster, passed away at 3:28 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne. He was born on Dec. 13, 1944, in La Porte, to Charles Edward “Ed” and Eleanor J. (Hunter) Price. He attended Syracuse High School and was a United States Air Force veteran. …read more.

Kathleen J. 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. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St. Syracuse.

CARMEL — The numbers are startling.

David Samuel Collins

June 14, 2019

David Samuel Collins, 48, Leesburg, passed away surrounded by his loving family at 10:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 13, 2019. He was born on Aug. 25, 1969, in Warsaw, to Nancy Joan (Guy) Collins and Samuel Collins. On June 30, 1997, he was married to Jessica Lyn (Patterson) Collins. He was a lifetime resident of …read more.

MILFORD — The deadline is just over 24 hours away and two people have thrown their hats into the ring to fill the vacancy on the Milford Town Council. Joseph Allen Shetler filed his candidacy with Kosciusko County Republican Chairman Mike Ragan. He will go against Kenneth L. Long who filed earlier in the week. …read more.

Jail Bookings

June 14, 2019

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

  MILFORD — Milford Police, Milford Fire Department and Lutheran EMS were called to the scene of a two vehicle accident one mile south of the Milford town limits at approximately 2:30 p.m. Friday, June 14. The collision occurred at the intersection of Waubee Lake Road and Old State Road 15. Preliminary reports indicate that …read more.

  WINONA LAKE — For the eighth year in a row, the Kosciusko Kettleheads invites the community to Homebrew Fest on Saturday, June 22. Anyone age 21 and older can sample and vote on a variety of unique brews while helping raise money for Combined Community Services. Kettleheads President Jason Rich describes the event as, …read more.

WARSAW — More details have been released in regards to a child seduction case involving a Warsaw woman and a 17-year-old foreign exchange student from Denmark. On June 12, the Warsaw Police Department was notified of an alleged inappropriate relationship between a foreign exchange student from Denmark and a member of the host family in …read more.

Area Police Reports

June 14, 2019

North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following incident: 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 11, 7100 block of East CR 650N, North Webster. Neva Sexton reported criminal mischief. A glass door was damaged.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incident: 12:30 p.m. Thursday, June 13, 900 block …read more.

Area Accident Reports

June 14, 2019

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following accident: 11:50 a.m. Wednesday, June 12, Higbee Street, north of Emeline Street, Milford. Drivers: Hector Gonzalez, 20, CR 40, Goshen; and James Truex, 80, EMS B48A Lane, Warsaw. Gonzalez reported that he was driving south on Higbee Street, approaching the intersection. He told the responding …read more.

WARSAW — Starting today, June 14, construction is underway at KC Recycling, and a few necessary changes to the recycling process have been made because of this. KC Recycling is asking county residents who are bringing in electronics, paint, chemicals and other items previously that were taken in at the south receiving door to please …read more.

WARSAW —  Two Warsaw residents were arrested on theft charges after allegedly burglarizing the same property two days in a row.  Jennifer Sue Cole, 41, 317 W. Smith St., Warsaw, is being charged with burglary, a level 5 felony; two counts of theft, both class A misdemeanors; and two counts of sentence enhancement theft, both …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Twenty-one Indiana FFA members are running for the chance to become part of the next Indiana FFA State Officer team, which consists of a president, secretary, northern region vice president, southern region vice president, treasurer, reporter and sentinel. During the 90th Indiana FFA State Convention, these candidates will participate in a rigorous interview …read more.

WARSAW — Tonight at 8 p.m., get ready to rock with Little River Band. The City of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is proud to present the free Classic Rock Concert featuring Little River Band. The evening will start at 6:30 p.m. with the winner of WRSW’s Local Star Search! Plan to come early, bring …read more.

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