Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following accident: 4:46 p.m. Monday, June 15, North Lake View Avenue, east of North Hiawatha Drive, Syracuse. Driver: Amber M. Barrett, 34, North Syracuse Webster Road, North Webster. Barrett was backing her vehicle when she struck a street sign. Damages under $750. Warsaw Officers with …read more.
Margaret Elizabeth “Margie” Rockenbaugh, 65, Warsaw, passed away at 5:31 p.m. on Sunday, June 14, 2020, at Goshen Hospital. She was born on June 16, 1954, in Goshen, to Arnold and Marjorie Maxine (Cory) Hall. She was a lifetime Syracuse and Warsaw area resident and attended Syracuse public schools. She was married on Dec. 26, …read more.
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The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the disappearance of Monte Wilson, a 76-year-old white man
WARSAW – Monday marked Opening Day for several ball sports parks around the area, including three diamond sports in the county.
YORKTOWN – Nappanee’s Breanna Goss tied for third in tour play at the latest Howard Bailey Junior Golf Tour stop Monday.
The re-entry plan for the upcoming school year was briefly discussed at the Tippecanoe Valley School Board meeting held Monday night, June 15.
Three people were injured and taken to area hospitals after a single-vehicle accident north of Atwood on Sunday night.
At 5:21 p.m. Saturday, June 13, Plain Township Fire and Lutheran EMS were dispatched to a rollover accident at SR 15 and CR 600N, Leesburg.
Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Fulton County The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail: Noble County The following people were booked in the Noble County Jail: Marshall County The following people were booked in the Marshall County Jail: Whitley County The following people were booked …read more.
Warsaw Community Schools and the Warsaw Community Education Association are working together in conjunction with the Indiana Department of Education, the Governor’s office, local health department, Indiana High School Athletic Association, and multiple other community leaders to develop a plan for a safe physical return to school for students and employees.
WEST LAFAYETTE – Former Purdue University athletic director Morgan Burke passed away Monday.
Claypool Officers with the Claypool Police Department investigated the following incident: 9:56 a.m. Sunday, June 14, 200 block West Section St., Claypool. Todd A. Lincoln and Linda M. Burns reported criminal mischief to three vehicles. Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 10:17 a.m. Sunday, June 14, 200 …read more.
Claypool Officers with the Claypool Police Department investigated the following accident: 4:23 p.m. Friday, June 12, East SR 14, east of South CR 450E, Claypool. Driver: Marie C. Carlile, 77, Westwood Lane 304, Rochester. Carlile was traveling east on SR 14 when a deer entered the roadway. Damages up to $5,000. Kosciusko County Officers …read more.
Grace College recently named Doug Baumgardner as its vice president of financial affairs and chief financial officer.
ROSEMONT, Ill. – The Big Ten Conference formally announced today the members of the Big Ten Anti-Hate and Anti-Racism Coalition.
Interra Credit Union recently participated in the Credit Union National Association’s (CUNA) Marketing & Business Development Council Conference.
Leo Morris Guest Columnist FORT WAYNE – It has been a spring packed with surreal moments, but one, in particular, stands out for me. About a week after protests started in downtown Fort Wayne, the marchers were joined by the police chief, City Council members and the mayor, who linked arms with protesters and declared …read more.
A Warsaw man received a four-year prison sentence in Kosciusko County Superior Court 1 Monday, June 15.
Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail;
Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 5:01 p.m. Saturday, June 13. On East Center Street., West of North Lindberg Street, Warsaw. Drivers: Darcy C. Barr, 58, EMS W22 Lane, North Webster; Ana I. Malagon, 19, North Park Avenue, Warsaw; and Sheila M. Poe, 77, East East-Ridge Drive, Warsaw. Barr was …read more.
Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following Incidents: 8:03 a.m. Saturday, June 13, 600 block East Winona Avenue, Warsaw. Officers investigated a vehicle fire. 6:55 p.m. Friday, June 12, 2500 block Walton Boulevard., Warsaw. Lisa A. Bronson reported the theft of consumable goods and merchandise. Value: $170.63 9:38 a.m. Friday, June 12, …read more.
Dear Editor,
I have learned from reliable sources that although the North Webster Community Public Library staff is currently in the process of moving library books and office equipment into the new library building, they will be unable to provide services from there for at least a month, if not more.
Sunny skies will dominate the weekday forecast for northern Indiana and it will grow exceedingly warm toward the end of the week.
Margaret Elizabeth “Margie” Rockenbaugh, 65, Warsaw, passed away at 5:31 p.m. on Sunday, June 14, 2020 at Goshen Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Homes, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse.
Milford Public Library, closed due to the coronavirus since March 18, is reopening at 10 a.m. Monday, June 15.
John Martin Kinder, 78, Ligonier, formerly of North Webster, passed away at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, 2020, at Avalon Village Nursing Home in Ligonier. He was born on March 20, 1942, in Chicago, Ill. to John S. and Catherine (Chiabotti) Kinder. He graduated from Kelly High School in Chicago, Ill. and was married …read more.
Katherine J. Deerwester, 83, Warsaw, passed away at 2:04 p.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2020, at her residence. She was born on Oct. 21, 1936, in Bourbon, to Russell and Iva (Starrett) Rule. She graduated from Warsaw High School and was married on April 6, 1958, to William T. “Bill” Deerwester who preceded her on …read more.
News Release FORT WAYNE – The Fort Wayne Police Department is investigating the disappearance of Montana Schaefer, a 13-year-old white female, who is 5 feet 6 inches and weighs 185 pounds. She has blonde hair with blue eyes and was last seen wearing a green jump suit. Montana may also be riding a silver 21-speed …read more.
During a combined pageant, Madelyn Zimmerman, Milford, was crowned the 2020 Miss Kosciusko County Fair Queen, and Gabrielle Sigler, Syracuse, was crowned the 2020 Miss Teen Kosciusko County Fair Queen.
The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is requesting your assistance in finding people wanted on felony or misdemeanor warrants. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these 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 age listed for each person is …read more.
June is Audiobook Month! Who doesn’t love getting comfortable with a good book? It can help time pass by quickly and also help one drift off to dreamland.
WINONA LAKE – My Team Triumph has sign-ups open for its Firecracker 5K, set for July 4 at Winona Lake Park.
LEESBURG — At approximately 5:15 p.m. Saturday, June 13, Plain Township Fire and Lutheran EMS were dispatched to a rollover accident at SR 15 and CR 600N, Leesburg. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office also responded to the scene. No further information is available at this time.
Monday, June 22nd is the date when the Syracuse Library is increasing hours and letting adults and children in for more services, including, picking books from the shelves to check out.
A building formerly used by Alan Tehan on Sycamore Street in Syracuse is getting a fresh coat of paint, new carpeting, computer wiring, furniture, landscaping and a new parking area. By roughly mid to late August it will be transformed into the new home of the central office of the Wawasee Community School Corporation.
Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriffs Office investigated the following accidents: 4:40 a.m. Thursday, June 11, North Syracuse-Webster Road, south of East CR 1050N. Driver: Ronald D. Krill, East Epworth Forest Road, North Webster. Krill was driving north when he struck a deer causing enough damage that the vehicle needed to be towed. …read more.
Goodwill and Vets’ Community Connections are excited to be hosting the 4th annual Kosciusko Military Veteran Stand Down from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. August 21, at Ivy Tech Community College.
Robert “Bob” Bause, 77, Warsaw, passed away at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, June 12, 2020, at Goshen Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, St. Rd. 13 & CR 500N, North Webster. Please check back later for complete obituary and service information.
Richard Lindsey Roberts, 70, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 10, 2020. Richard was born in Rockingham County to the late Charles and Eunice Roberts. He was a 1967 graduate of Reidsville Sr. High School and 1971 graduate of Columbia International University, Columbia, S.C., with a Bachelors Degree in Biblical Education. …read more.
Margaret Louise Raiman (Bolhuis) 93, Leesburg, passed away at 10:25 a.m. on Friday, June 5, 2020, in Hobart, Indiana surrounded by her children. On April 18, 1927, she was born in Roseland, Ill., to William and Adeline (Reitz) Bolhuis. She was united in marriage to Donald LeRoy Raiman on May 21, 1949, in Roseland , Ill. They …read more.
Burdette G. “Tony” Strombeck, 96, North Webster, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2020, at his home. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at American Legion, St. Rd 13, North Webster, with Pastor Mike Beezley officiating. A gathering of family & friends will follow the …read more.
Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Elkhart County The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Jail: Marshall County The following person was booked in the Marshall County Jail: Whitley County The following person was booked in the Whitley County Jail:
An Indianapolis man faces charges after allegedly stealing a 2000 Pontiac Sedan and leading police on a high speed pursuit.
Needless to say, the most frustrating part about online journalism is the trolls and their nasty comments on Facebook. They can be evil at the worst moments in one’s life and are often off-point and beyond logic. But some of the strangest comments I’ve seen lately are the ones appearing on our coronavirus stories in …read more.
Friday June 19th from 8-9 pm please join us in a Prayer Vigil on the courthouse square in downtown Warsaw to celebrate Juneteenth, the annual American holiday to celebrate the end of slavery and the history and accomplishments of black Americans.
The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is requesting your assistance in finding people wanted on felony or misdemeanor warrants. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these 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 age listed for each person is …read more.
INDIANAPOLIS – Greenwood’s Erica Shepherd outdueled Granger native Julia Potter-Bobb to win the IWGA State Amateur Championship.
I write this letter with mixed feelings of sadness, frustration, questioning, and hope, and yet reminded that the world we live in is imperfect.
News Release WARSAW — The Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center of Kosciusko County has been recognized by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation as a 2020 Community Funds Grant recipient. Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center was formed in April 2020 to provide a multi-team approach in conducting forensic interviews of victims under the age of 18 …read more.
WINONA LAKE – Lakeland Christian Academy publicly released its honor roll Friday evening for the 2019-20 basketball season.
Benny H. Dills, 55, Claypool, passed away at 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at his residence. He was born on June 7, 1965, in Franklin, N.C. to Howard “Jake” & Gertrude J. (Willis) Dills. He lived most of his life in North Carolina and previously lived in Georgia before moving to the Claypool …read more.
Katherine J. Deerwester, 83, Warsaw, passed away at 2:04 p.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2020, at her residence. Arrangements are pending at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, 4356 N. SR 15, Warsaw.
WARSAW – The fourth annual Chapman Lakes Garage Sale will be Friday and Saturday, June 12 and 13. The suggested hours will be Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m to noon. Participants may establish their own hours. The sales will be on residential properties around the lake.
Local authorities say they are reviewing policies to see if any adjustments are needed in light of the wave of criticisms nationally over police abuse.
Mission Point Church Lead Pastor Kondo Simfukwe rode along with Sheriff Kyle Dukes Thursday, June 11, for a conversation regarding race relations and how to look towards the future.
Mitchell Max “Mitch” Riley, 20, of Columbia City, formerly of Pierceton, passed away on June 10, 2020 at his home. He was born on Aug. 13, 1999, in Warsaw, to Dale Mitchell and Joyce Helen (Holle) Riley. He lived a few years as in infant in California but lived most of his life in the …read more.
By Dan Spalding InkFreenews WARSAW – Kosciusko County Health Department has reported 21 new cases of COVID-19 in the past day, according to information released Friday, June 12. This gives Kosciusko County a total of 306 positive cases and two deaths. The health department notes that the graphic provided illustrates the active cases are those …read more.
Kosciusko County The following were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:
Lutheran Health Network is urging the local community to seek emergency care when it is needed – without delay.
Buddy Joe Miller, 85, Winona Lake and previously of Elkhart, passed peacefully from his earthly body straight into the presence of his Heavenly Father on Thursday, June 11, 2020. His smile and friendly conversation will be missed by his family and by his friends at Grace Village Retirement Community (where he also enjoyed calling Bingo …read more.
News Release LEESBURG — Two people were injured in a motorcycle accident in Leesburg Thursday night. Shortly after 10 p.m. on June 11, emergency crews were dispatched to CR 700N, east of Harper Road, for a single motorcycle crash. Personnel who initially arrived at the scene found two injured people, identified as Douglas Protzman, 63, …read more.
Chuck and Tami Mohler started Sweet Corn Charlie Produce in 1986 to provide fresh fruits and vegetables to the masses from their family farm just east of Millersburg.
Maria Contreras De Saldivar, 59, Ligonier, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 2:40 p.m. IU Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born on Oct. 24, 1960, the daughter of Jesus Contreras Ibarra and Maria Felicitas Moreno Regalado in Chinampas, Jalisco Mexico. On Sept. 17, 1983, she married Valente Saldivar and together they shared …read more.
Kevin Wayne Bowser, 52, and a longtime resident of Warsaw, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 8, 2020. He was the son of James Alto and Patricia Winifred (McQueer) Bowser and was born in Warsaw on Sept. 25, 1967. Growing up in Columbia City, he was a graduate of Columbia City Joint High School. Most …read more.
One person has been arrested after injuring three people in a shooting in Goshen, Thursday, June 11.
The Animal Welfare League presents the “Pets of the Week” featuring Naomi the dog, and Olive the cat.
GOSHEN — Elkhart County government and health officials are requesting the state delay Elkhart County moving to Stage 4 by a week. Although novel coronavirus cases are increasing in Elkhart County faster than much of the state, the county’s two hospitals are not inundated with patients. “That’s a good sign,” Elkhart County Commissioner Mike Yoder …read more.
The Watershed Foundation will be hosting several upcoming events to support healthy lakes.
Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:
Rep. Jim Banks, Indiana, member of the House Education and Labor Committee; and Rep. Tom Tiffany, Wisconsin, introduced a piece of legislation today that would halt a school’s federal funding if they refuse to reopen for in-person learning in the fall. The legislation’s title is “Reopen Our Schools Act.”
Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incident: 11:36 a.m. Thursday, June 11, 400 block Higbee Street, Milford. Wenping Wang reported a burglary. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department Investigated the following incidents: 5:34 p.m. Thursday, June 11, 2500 block Walton Boulevard, Warsaw. Theft of a purse reported at Walmart. 4:54 …read more.
The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure for State Road 25 from State Road 14 to East CR300 N beginning Friday, June 19.
News Release GOSHEN — Three people, one female and two males, were shot in Goshen Thursday night, June 11. All three were taken to an area hospital for treatment of their injuries. The names of the victims were being withheld as the incident remains under investigation. A Goshen Police officer made a traffic stop at …read more.
North Webster Community Public Library will suspend curbside service beginning June 18 while it completes the move to its new facility and prepares to open to the public.
Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 11:13 p.m. Monday, June 8, North CR 650E, south of East CR 300N, Warsaw. Driver: Molly M. Bentley, 56, EMS B33A Lane, Warsaw. Bentley was driving north and struck a deer that entered the roadway. Damage up to: $5,000. Syracuse Officers with …read more.
AVON, OHIO – The Crossroads League issued its direction for the upcoming 2020 men’s and women’s soccer seasons.
WEST LAFAYETTE – Center Grove Legacy won the 2020 Boys Team Championship golf tournament while Cybil Stillson moved up the leaderboard at the State Amateur Championship.
Kosciusko County Council approved a request to provide $100,000 to the small business relief fund set up by the county’s economic development office known as KEDCo.
Topics at the Warsaw Community Schools Board of School Trustees meeting revolved around the COVID-19 pandemic as those present talked about cleaning buildings, keeping students safe and rewarding employees who have put themselves on the front lines.
Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Elkhart County The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Corrections Facility: Noble County The following people were booked in the Noble County Jail: Whitley County The following people were booked in the Whitley County Jail:
The perimeters of lakes are up against a number of elements, from increased boating activity, to weather wear & tear, and concrete seawalls.
Kosciusko County Community Foundation’s Community Funds Grant July cycle is quickly approaching. The deadline to apply is by 4:30 p.m. July 1.
A Fort Wayne man will serve one year in jail after printing off photographs of child pornography at Walmart.
Kaye M Gibson died peacefully on May 11, 2020. Born April 6, 1930, she was the youngest of the three children of Elsie (McCurdy) and Bill Mulhall. She is survived by her five children, two of her three grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Kaye graduated Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing April 26, 1951, and began …read more.
BOURBON – Derek Eveland was announced as the next head coach for Triton volleyball.
Goodwill Community Career Center bring services to both individuals and businesses. It hosts job fairs and hiring events for employers, as well as assisting individuals in the job search process.
Tippecanoe Township Advisory Board approved further discussed properties where a second fire station could be built and the purchase of fire equipment at its Wednesday, June 10, meeting.
Between noon Wednesday, June 10, and noon Thursday, June 11, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported 10 new cases of COVID-19. This brings the county’s number of positive cases to 283, with two deaths.
Buddy J. Miller, 85 of Winona Lake and previously of Elkhart, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 8:15 a.m. in Grace Village Healthcare Center, Winona Lake. Arrangements have been entrusted to Titus Funeral Home, 2000 Sheridan St, Warsaw though service details are currently pending. Condolences may be left for the family at www.TitusFuneralHome.com
A LaPaz man was found dead of an apparent gunshot wound early Saturday, June 6, at Meadows Mobile Home Park, Nappanee.
Wawasee High School senior Evan Coblentz is one of 19 FFA members from across the state who are preparing to interview for the opportunity to serve as an Indiana FFA State Officer in the coming year.
Each year apparel featuring the Wawasee Flotilla Committee has various apparel items available to be purchased promoting that year’s event. This year is no different, but the distribution has changed.
Delbert Francis Sams II, 56, Pierceton, passed away at 1:51 a.m., on Saturday, June 6, 2020, at Kosciusko Community Hospital. Delbert was born on Aug. 3, 1963, in Milford, Ohio to Brenda Alexander and Delbert Sams Jr. He was a 1982 Whitko High School graduate. He was a former employee for Uniroyal/PolyOne for 12 years. …read more.
The Grace College School of Education is working to meet the increasing demands of special education.
Dr. Andrew Simkins will deliver the message during the 10:30 a.m. worship service Sunday, June 14, at the Church of the Good Shepherd, 708 College Ave., Winona Lake.
Silver Lake Town Council approved a proposal at the June 10 town council meeting in order to be eligible for a grant that could be used to improve streets and sidewalks.
Dear Editor, I’ve taken some time to reflect over the past campaign and election season and I am left with an overwhelming sense of deep gratitude and appreciation for the people of this county. I am grateful for my team and their tireless efforts: Steve, Mike, Christine, Chris—I could not have done this without you …read more.
News Release SOUTH BEND – Earl D. Miller, 40, of Goshen was charged with six counts of wire fraud, one count of securities fraud, and one count of bankruptcy fraud, according to U.S. Attorney Thomas L. Kirsch II in an announcement made Thursday, June 11. According to documents in the case, it is alleged that …read more.
Small Claims The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: CSC Lake Estates LLC v. Bambi DeeAnn Baier, $1,137.90 McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel Inc. v. Cassandra Bannon, $3,435.21 Theresa Daggett, $2,344.96 Glenbrook Credit Acceptance Corp. v. Katrina Byrer, $6,000 Kimberly Davis, $6,000 Jennifer Mudrack, $6,000 SAC Finance …read more.