WARSAW — The community is invited to “Jammin June” First Friday from 5 to 9 p.m. June 7, on Center and Buffalo Streets.  The Lakes Area Community Band is the opening act and will perform patriotic music from 6 to 7 p.m. Nashville recording artist Danny Perdieu will perform afterward in the courthouse square from …read more.

WARSAW — Chief Scott D. Whitaker announced Detective Sergeant Bradley J. Kellar as the department’s new Public Information Officer. Kellar is a veteran officer, having served over 20 years in law enforcement. In addition to Kellar’s responsibilities as a member of the Warsaw Police Department Detective Division, he will be responsible for providing information and …read more.

Mentone Officers from the Mentone Police Department investigated the following accident: 2:03 p.m. Thursday, May 30, Main Street, east of Princeton Street, Mentone. Driver: Courtney J. Harrington, 29, South Walnut Street, Mentone. Harrington told police she was driving her vehicle eastbound on Main Street when her vehicle hit a pot hole, causing her to lose …read more.

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

Dyrell C. “Buck” Kreis, 74, Claypool,  passed away at 4:45 a.m., Wednesday, June 5, 2019, in Miller’s Merry Manor of Warsaw. He was born Feb. 17, 1945, in Claypool to Dyrell W. and Dessie (Kline) Kreis. He honorably served his Country in the United States Army from 1965 to 1967, attaining the rank of Specialist …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting the Central Park Concert Series at the Central Park Plaza at 7 p.m. Friday, June 7.  If you like the 50s and 60s, you won’t want to miss The Bulldogs. The band starts playing at 7 p.m. and will play until 8:30 …read more.

Robert Murray Penn, age 86, Sebring, Fla., passed away Friday, May 31, 2019.  He was born May 21, 1933 in North Manchester, Indiana to Murray and Ethel (Metzger) Penn.  He attended from North Manchester High School. Robert was the owner and operator of a dairy distribution business for 20 years and also continued to pursue …read more.

LAPORTE — An 88-year old man died from a heart attack on Tuesday after scattering his late wife’s ashes on Stone Lake in LaPorte and then falling into the water.

MILFORD — Kenneth “Ken” L. Long Jr., Syracuse Street, Milford, has filed for the vacancy on the Milford Town Council. The vacancy is for the seat held by Joellen Free who resigned effective May 31. Interested persons who are a resident of Milford, a Republican in good standing and do not have a felony charge …read more.

MENTONE — Mentone’s Clerk-Treasurer, Barb Ross took a moment during the regular monthly meeting of the town board Wednesday, June 5, to remind town residents to let her know if there will be extra water usage over the next three months. “I would like to remind people about the sprinkling credit,” Ross said. Despite recent …read more.

NAPPANEE — American Legion Post 154, 201 W. Lincoln St., Nappanee, held the first of its monthly fundraising breakfasts during the Memorial Day weekend. Approximately 100 people attended the event. The post plans to host the breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon the second Saturday of each month. Upcoming breakfasts are scheduled for June 8, July …read more.

SYRACUSE — According to the Gospel of Luke, “Jesus got into one of the boats … put out a little from the shore … and taught the people from the boat.” On the morning of Sunday, May 26, the Rev. Harlan Steffen did the same. And his first words were a succinct and profound affirmation of …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw Community High School graduate is enriching the lives of others through a ministry project she created alongside a group of Warsaw-natives. Shaé Brown, whose maiden name was Shaé Robison-Burkholder, founded the Kutoa Project in 2015 with the mission of bringing therapeutic social services to youth in Kenya who have been affected …read more.

  Taiya Hope Mullins, 20, Claypool, passed away at 5 p.m., Tuesday, June 4, 2019, in Riley Hospital for Children, Indianapolis. She was the Granddaughter of Terry and Deborah Kreft, Claypool, and daughter of Jessica Johnson, Warsaw. She was born July 30, 1998, at Lutheran Hospital Fort Wayne. Taiya had life-long health challenges, but was …read more.

Motorized racing has fallen silent at the Warsaw Motorsports Complex for the past two summers as nearby landowners and the Kosciusko County Fair Board argue in court whether a 29-year-old ban should be upheld. The lawsuit is still pending. WARSAW — A group of former fair board members is offering fresh criticism of the current …read more.

Kosciusko County Judgments Kosciusko County Filings Small Claims The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Warsaw Health System LLC v. Kristina Allen, Syracuse, $1,904.58 Arlen Brennamen, Pierceton, $1,740.71 Burnis Flannery, Warsaw, $5,342.35 Ashton Fooshee, Milford, $1,282.52 Cornell Hackney, Warsaw, $2,616.59 Penny Hales, Warsaw, $1,659.63 David …read more.

WARSAW — The 2019 Relay for Life  will be held at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds this Saturday, June 8 from noon to 11 p.m. The community is encouraged to come and take a few laps with the relayers to show their support for those battling cancer, and in memory of those who have passed away from the …read more.

PIERCETON — Jon Esenwein, who just graduated from Wawasee High School June 2, already has a full-time employment offer from Paragon Medical in Pierceton. He is one of four students who were invited for a signing day event at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 12, at Paragon Medical. The students will sign their full-time offer letters …read more.

FULTON COUNTY — Most longtime residents of Fulton County know through personal experience the region has a long history of tornadoes. Those with the longest memory can vividly recall the most deadly twister ever visiting Fulton County, which struck April 3, 1974. In Fulton County that day, at least 88 people were injured and six people were killed. It destroyed or damaged hundreds of homes and buildings with hundreds of families suffering financial loss.

GERMANY IN 1944 — (EDITOR’S NOTE: The following an article written by the late Arch Baumgartner who was owner and publisher of The Papers Inc. The article appeared in the Warsaw Times in 1945. Baumgartner was a first lieutenant at the time, assigned to XIX Tactical Air Command at headquarters under Major General O. P. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 5:06 p.m. Sunday, June 2, 5400 block North SR 13 and East Backwater Road, North Webster. Michael W. Kuhn reported a vehicle that left the scene of an accident.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 9:01 p.m. …read more.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following accident: 10:13 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, East CR 1100N, near North CR 300E, Milford. Driver: Rebecca S. Smith, 37, North Hillside Lane, Syracuse. Smith was traveling north on CR 300E when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $10,000.   Warsaw Officers with the …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:

SOUTH BEND — Some professional golfers attending this weekend’s Four Winds Invitational stopped by a local children’s hospital Wednesday. Golfers were given an opportunity to see Beacon Children’s Hospital in person. The golfers also got a chance to talk with doctors and patients at the facility. For the children, it was a happy distraction to their …read more.

Charles “Charlie” LeRoy Walker, 73, Warsaw, passed away at 12:27 a.m. on Tuesday, June 4, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne. He was born on Dec. 24, 1945, in Stringer, Mississippi to Christine (Welborn) Walker and Francis M. Walker.  On April 4, 1967, he was married to Margaret “Peggy” Biltz with whom he remained …read more.

There has been a lot of conversation on social media outlets, local papers and regional TV stations about how the Kosciusko County Community Fair, Inc (Fair Board) is losing money and might have to close the fairgrounds. This makes us wonder about the Fair Board‘s current management capabilities. They claim that racing has become their …read more.

By Darla McCammon Avon Waters will join Tana Bondar by collaborating this summer with both an exciting exhibit as well as free in-person demonstrations in which you can visit and meet both artists. The exhibit started Monday, June 3, at the wonderful Warsaw City Hall Art Gallery and will continue through August. Waters is known …read more.

MENTONE — The town board of Mentone heard a presentation from Kosciusko County’s top economic development official at the board’s regular monthly meeting Wednesday, June 5. Alan Tio, chief executive officer of Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation introduced himself to the board, which included Jill Gross and Shelly Krueger, as well as Town Attorney Andrew Grossnickle …read more.

The Substance Use Recovery and Treatment Committee is determined to breakdown misconceptions and stigmas surrounding addiction to create a community that helps one another by providing information to better understand others’ situations. (Photo provided) KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — No single solution meets the needs of every individual. It’s important to pick a program that provides the best …read more.

ELKHART — Nathan Burton, a Warsaw man who volunteered for Bernie Sanders’ presidential run three years ago, stood in line to see U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren Wednesday morning at the RV/MH Hall of Fame’s Northern Indiana Event Center. The 29-year-old man said his political allegiances had changed with the upcoming 2020 presidential campaign. “I think …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko Area Plan Commission spent most of the meeting held this afternoon, June 5, discussing final plats. The first plat discussed was for Paradise Acres, a four-lot residential subdivision off of Dogleg Drive West, Syracuse. The four lots range from two to 15 acres. Because of the lot sizes, they were exempt …read more.

Fulton Officers with the Fulton County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 7:42 p.m. Tuesday, June 4. A caller reported a pick up truck with tools was stolen from Richards Farm. 2:01 p.m. Monday, June 3, 1700 block South Meridian Road, Rochester. An officer was called regarding checks being written without permission on a person’s …read more.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following accident: 5:37 p.m. Monday, June 3, North Higbee Street, south of West Syracuse Street, Milford. Drivers: Christian Tucker, 24, CR 1250N, Milford; and Steven Hulse, 57, CR 52, Nappanee. Tucker told officers that he stopped at a red light, but thought that the light was …read more.

WARSAW — Eight Lake City Bank employees graduated from Ivy Tech Community College Warsaw on May 10 with business administration associate degrees through the Achieve Your Degree Partner Program. This is Lake City Bank’s first AYD graduating class. With Achieve Your Degree, Ivy Tech Fort Wayne and Warsaw representatives will work directly with Lake City …read more.

FULTON COUNTY — 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 …read more.

Martha Edna Ross, 80, Rochester, passed away at 5:56 a.m., June 2, 2019, at Mease Dunedin Hospital in Dunedin, Fla. In Detroit Michigan, on May 11, 1939, Martha Edna Johns was born. She was a cherished daughter of Wolford Dixon and Mary Roncone Johns. Growing up she shared her childhood with two sisters and a …read more.

ELKHART COUNTY — There are children who, because of financial necessity, have to share a bed with a sibling, a parent, or even sleep on a cot or on the floor because there’s just not enough money to get a bed. Then one day strangers come to the house carrying pieces of wood, boxes and …read more.

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

NAPPANEE — Indiana National Guard Spc. Damian Weaver, of Nappanee, receives his new rank during a promotion ceremony at Fort Hood, Texas, Friday, May 31. Weaver, a mechanic, is one of approximately 600 citizen-soldiers with the 38th Infantry Division who is preparing to deploy to Kuwait to provide command and control of nearly 9,000 U.S. …read more.

WARSAW — Ignite Orthopedics LLC, a privately held product development and commercialization organization located in the “Orthopedic Capital of the World,” Warsaw, Indiana, announced that it has received FDA clearance to market its Radial Head Arthroplasty System. This marks the first FDA clearance for the company and represents a significant milestone in the company’s mission …read more.

SILVER LAKE — Several local fire departments responded to a residential house fire in Silver Lake. At approximately 10:45 a.m. Wednesday, June 5, the Silver Lake Fire Department was called to a residential house fire on High and Sycamore Streets in Silver Lake. Soon after the initial call came out, Silver Lake Fire Department requested …read more.

KOSCIUSKO —  Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Chris Rager has recently returned to work after serving a two-week unpaid suspension. Rager was one of four candidates who ran for the office of Kosciusko County Sheriff in 2018. According to information received via a public records request, Rager was suspended by Sheriff Kyle Dukes on May …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Pierceton man was recently arrested on two warrants regarding intimidation and home improvement fraud. In the first case, Kevin Lee Staley, 47, 401 E. Keith St., Pierceton; also showing an address of 322 Bayou St., Vincennes, is being charged with intimidation, a level 6 felony; driving while suspended, a class A misdemeanor; …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 9:58 a.m. Friday, May 31, 3600 block North Barbee Road, Warsaw. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by Barbee Hotel in reference to a fraud report. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 7:31 p.m. Tuesday, June 4, 300 …read more.

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

WARSAW — Neurosurgeon Ian White, MD, has joined the medical staff at Kosciusko Community Hospital. He is a specialist with an office in the Beyer Building, 1205 Provident Drive, Warsaw. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call (574) 372-7677. Dr. White is an independent member of the KCH medical staff and a …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Frodo If you’re looking for someone to throw the one ring into the fires of Mt. Doom, Frodo the dog is up to the challenge, though he’d tell you it’s more of a …read more.

Taiya Mullins, 20, of Claypool, passed away at 5 p.m., Tuesday, June 4, 2019, in Riley Hospital for Children, Indianapolis. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

WARSAW — JB’s Furniture has initiated a huge clearance in an effort to make room for the first ever HGTV design studio in Warsaw. According to owner and founder Jon Blackwood, they have a very limited amount of time to move $500,000 of top quality name brand furniture in all departments to make room in …read more.

Dyrell “Buck” Kreis, 74, Claypool, passed away at 4:45 a.m., Wednesday, June 5, 2019, in Miller’s Merry Manor of Warsaw. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

SYRACUSE – Wawasee celebrated its spring sports with its awards program.

Clarence I. “Buzz” Mowery, 92, North Webster, passed away at 5:50 a.m. on Tuesday, June 4, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Syracuse. He was born on March 11, 1927, in Bluffton to Howard A. and Hazel (Blair) Mowery. He grew up in Bluffton, attended Bluffton High School, and was a United States Army & …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — For the third year in a row, Christ’s Covenant Church in Winona Lake will host Wednesdays at the Park during the summer. This year, the church will host five events at local parks throughout the community. At the events, parents and children can participate in games, hear stories and enjoy free food. Snacks …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Local law enforcement agencies will participate in roving patrols during the month of June, including two days this week. The interdiction effort is aimed at reducing crashes, deaths and injuries. With the increase in summertime traffic, the patrols are committed to making the roads safer by their increased presence and enforcement throughout …read more.

WABASH – The Three Rivers Conference issued its baseball and softball All-TRC lists.

WARSAW — Lutheran EMS made more than 900 ambulance runs in just the Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory during the first four months of 2019, with the total being divided almost equally between two subsections. Lutheran EMS has ambulances stationed in Bourbon, Bremen, Leesburg, Milford and two serving the Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory. Combined, the ambulance service made …read more.

MILFORD – Our Ink Free News Photos page is updated with spring photos, completing yet another busy 2018-19 athletic season.

[weaver_youtube Kv6IMBu8cdg rel=0]   WARSAW — Tyler King has always loved horror films. Ever since he was young, King acted out film scenes, drew movie posters and wrote short stories. Now at the age of 28, King is continuing to pursue his passion for filmmaking and his appreciation for horror movies through “Virtual Nightmare,” a …read more.

WARSAW — Lake City Bank is pleased to announce that Michele Ganser has been promoted to assistant vice president, loan systems support manager and that Lisa Fitzgerald has been promoted to assistant vice president, retail banking administration support manager. In this role, Ganser works with bank departments to ensure that customers and bankers receive quality …read more.

WARSAW — Police reported seeing two women with backpacks at Carr Lake and when the officers ran the plates on the black 2018 Nissan they were using, the vehicle was listed as stolen. Laila Mariah Hepburn, 28, 116 S. Cleveland St., Warsaw, is charged with theft, a level 6 felony. Rushell Marie Defries, 27, 322 …read more.

ATWOOD — Minor injuries were initially reported following a three-vehicle accident Tuesday afternoon at the intersection of US 30 and CR 800W. Details of the accident were unavailable. Two vehicles, including a box truck, collided in the westbound lane of US 30. A third vehicle sustained rear-end damage and parked south of US 30 along …read more.

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

BOURBON — Triton High School’s third annual perfect attendance car giveaway, sponsored by Swanson’s Cars and Trucks, was held on May 31, at the conclusion of the academic awards convocation. This year’s winner is freshman Melissa Slabaugh. The freshman, who’s 15 and doesn’t have her license yet, will have to have her parents take possession …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Lakeland North Webster Kiwanis will be hosting a fundraising rummage sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 15. The event will be held in the North Webster Community Center Banquet Hall. Persons can contact (574) 549-7442 to donate items to the rummage sale. More information about the rummage sale will …read more.

SYRACUSE – The 27th Beaman Home Golf Outing raised nearly $16,000 to give back to the services of the organization.

ROSEMONT, Ill. – Kevin Warren has been named the sixth commissioner of the Big 10 Conference.

SILVER LAKE — A South Bend man was arrested after threatening to kill a female and her children. Thomas Martin Vansandt, 34, 1126 N. Hill St., South Bend; also with an address of 312 Teri St., South Bend, is being charged with intimidation, a level 6 felony. On April 30, an officer with the Silver …read more.

WARSAW — On Saturday, June 1, the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department hosted their annual free Kids’ Fishing Derby and Casting Contest. Results are as follows:  Ages 4 & under:        1st place Mason Ramsey; 2nd place Gunner Gonzalez Ages 5-8:                  1st place Josh DeLaCruz;  2nd …read more.

WARSAW – The Warsaw Adult Tiger Boosters issued its list of 2019 scholarship winners.

WARSAW — At 4:24 p.m. Monday, June 3, emergency Personnel were dispatched to CR 175 E, north of CR 75 N, for a two-vehicle collision. The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office, Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory, Warsaw Police Department and Lutheran EMS responded to the scene. Initial arriving units encountered heavy front end damage present on both vehicles. …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was recently arrested after police say he stole a vehicle. Zachary Clay Shull, 26, 111 S. Wood St., Warsaw, is being charged with auto theft, a level 6 felony. On May 24, an officer with the Warsaw Police Department was dispatched to 111 S. Wood St., in reference to a …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 2:38 p.m. Monday, June 3, 9600 block North Circle Drive, Warsaw. Nathan Timothy Hare reported possible fraud.  9:47 a.m. Monday, June 3, 200 block Main Street, Warsaw. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office was contacted regarding a possible violation of a protective order.  7:32 a.m. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 2:58 pm. Monday, June 3, Armstrong Road, Leesburg. Drivers: Logan R. Hanna, 21, Country Club Road, Warsaw; and Collin R. Meck, 30, Edgewood Court, Leesburg. Hanna’s vehicle made a left turn, into the path of Meck’s vehicle. After Meck’s vehicle struck Hanna’s vehicle, …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools is proud to announce Heather Reichenbach, president of the WCS Board of School Trustees, recently completed the Indiana School Board Association’s Certification Awards Program. Through her hard work, leadership and dedication toward the mission of Warsaw Community Schools, Reichenbach received the highest distinction possible and was named a Master Board …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:

KOSCIUSKO — What was scheduled to be the second day of a jury trial for a Silver Lake man accused of child molestation ended early, with the charge dismissed in exchange for a guilty plea in a drug case. Trey Michael Burbank, 26,11144 S. County Farm Road, Silver Lake, was initially charged with child molestation, …read more.

Phyllis Miller, 91, passed away in Auburn, on May 25, 2019. She was born Nov. 21, 1927, at Darlington, to George E. and Rose V, Peterson. On May 3, 1946, she was married to Philip A.Miller and he died on March 29, 2000. Survivors include daughters Rosemary Sprunger, Auburn; Carol Cohee (husband Byron) of Macy. …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School will host commencement at 7 p.m. this Friday, June 7. Doors open at 6 p.m. and attendees must have a ticket to enter. Multiple entrances will be available as follows: the Main Entrance (Door 1), the southeast entrance near C-Lot (Door 51), and the two entrances into the Tiger …read more.

No AP Wire service here, reporting national and world events the day after they happen. InkFreeNews is real people reporting real news in our real home town communities. We also can help generate customers and sales for your business. Look below to see our weekly stats: Week of May 27 – June 2, 2019 PageViews …read more.

The IHSAA Softball State Finals and Baseball Semi-states are set after Monday make-up games.

LEESBURG – The Kosciusko Chamber golf outing is seeking morning players for its 45th annual event in July.

KANSAS CITY – Taylor University’s Alec Dutkowski earned his fourth All-American golf honor.

GOSHEN – Warsaw’s boys and Northridge’s girls won the 2018-19 Northern Lakes Conference All-Sports titles.

WARSAW — City council reviewed annual tax abatement agreements for two more companies Monday night. The reviews are a regular effort to ensure the companies are meeting the expectations outlined in the tax abatement agreements. In recent meetings, council reviewed and approved nearly two dozen other agreements with companies located inside the city, and others …read more.

WARSAW — Plans to repave and construct new sidewalks along North Pointe Drive on the city’s north side are moving along. The city received state grant money that will cover half of the cost of reconstructing the road between Husky Trail and Mariners Drive. The city will cover the cost of constructing a sidewalk along …read more.

WARSAW — Cardinal Services is proud to announce that the family of Jerry and Darcy Deeter has donated $250,000 toward its future home. The family has a long and strong commitment to Cardinal and its mission, volunteering on its board, on committees and in various programs serving people with disabilities. In making the award to …read more.

WARSAW — Lutheran Air medical helicopter and the coroner were called to the scene of a two-vehicle accident that occurred in Warsaw. At approximately 4:30 p.m. Monday, June 3, Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory and Lutheran EMS responded to a report of a two-vehicle accident on North CR 175E, near East Boulder Drive. Extrication was needed to …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A jury trial for a Silver Lake man facing a charge of child molestation began this afternoon, June 3, in Kosciusko County Superior Court 1. Trey Michael Burbank Trey Michael Burbank, 26,11144 S. County Farm Road, Silver Lake, is being charged with child molestation, a level 1 felony. Jury selection took place this …read more.

FORT WAYNE — As the construction season gets into full swing, the Indiana State Police in Fort Wayne would like to remind people to take extra care while traveling through construction zones. Each year construction workers are injured or killed while improving our roadways. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, construction worker deaths …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was sentenced to six years at the Indiana Department of Corrections in the Kosciusko County Circuit Court Monday, June 3. Cody Alexander Paine, 22, 419 S. Indiana St., A, Warsaw, pleaded guilty to possession of methamphetamine, a level 4 felony. In August 2018, an officer with the Warsaw Police Department …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 1:46 p.m. Sunday, June 2, 200 block West Main St., Warsaw. Kosciusko County Commissioners reported a jail inmate who destroyed caution tape for the jury box steps in Superior Court 3. 2:43 p.m. Friday, May 31, 10000 block North Turkey Creek Road, Syracuse. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 10:10 a.m. Sunday, June 2, 11347 W. CR 500S, Mentone. Drivers: Mariam Boardman, 86, West CR 500S, Mentone; and Jarvis Shepherd, 38, Tollerton Avenue, Saint Johns, Fla. Boardman was backing her vehicle when she struck Shepherd’s vehicle. Damage up to $10,000. 11:37 p.m. …read more.

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

Helen Dzuba, 97, Warsaw, passed away at 1:40 p.m., June 1, 2019, in Grace Village Retirement Community, Winona Lake.  She was born on March 8, 1922, in Warsaw to Logan and Esta (Fawley) VanDoran. She was a lifetime resident of Warsaw. On July 18, 1942, she was united in marriage to Steve Dzuba in Janesville, Wisc.; …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Each year, Kosciusko REMC urges students throughout the area to enter their artwork into a statewide contest sponsored by the cooperative. Young artists have a chance to see their artwork published in a statewide calendar distributed to thousands of homes and businesses across Indiana. This year, Andrew Zink, an eighth-grader at Lakeland Christian …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Mentone man was arrested after allegedly battering a pregnant woman. Jared A. Stephens, 35, 2160 S. SR 19, Mentone, is being charged with domestic battery to a pregnant woman and criminal confinement, both level 5 felonies; and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. On May 25, an officer with the Indiana State …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Career Center offers monthly workshops that can be completed in increments, with assessments and certifications. This is the place to prepare yourself for a growing business and manufacturing world that demands more digital literacy and online tech skills. No experience is necessary. Online Résumé Builder With Google Staff Review Monday through …read more.

Northridge and Concord headlined the All-NLC picks for baseball and softball.

Kosciusko Officers from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 1:49 p.m. Sunday, June 2, 6800 block of East May Lane, Leesburg. Police responded to the Mary Helmuth residence to investigate a criminal mischief. 2:31 a.m. Sunday, June 2, 200 block of Herendeen Street, Silver Lake. Police responded to the Tina Bullington residence …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Middlebury man was arrested after allegedly stealing a rowboat from a property. Frank Sterling Daniels, 33, 721 S. Main St., Middlebury, is being charged with theft, a class A misdemeanor; and sentence enhancement theft, a level 6 felony. On April 3, an officer with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office spoke with a …read more.