Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s June Member Of The Month is The Sleepy Owl Supper Club. Open seven days a week, 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, The Sleepy Owl is located at 11374 SR 13, Syracuse. This iconic restaurant has been locally owned by the Larson family for 11 years.

Kosciusko County The following were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail;

Safe Haven Baby Boxes INC. is thankful to announce the surrender of three babies under the Safe Haven law in the last 30 days. 

A Syracuse man has been arrested following a report from the Department of Child Services about alleged child molestation. 

WARSAW – Normalcy is what the sports world is longing for. But what’s our new normal as sports begin to crawl out from the rocks.

Fresh perishable items and dry goods will be offered free of charge. All items will be pre-boxed and pre-bagged. First come, first served, for up to 400 households, while supplies last, for those in need of food assistance. One per household.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Plenty of area golfers are playing for championships this week in a pair of elite tournaments across the state.

While Kosciusko County Community Fair officials were applauded Wednesday for canceling the fair over concerns with the pandemic, the same folks are cautiously supporting local Fourth of July fireworks plans.

On Saturday, May 30, during the protest events in downtown Fort Wayne, an Indiana State Trooper was injured by a male protestor that deployed an explosive device against officers.

As of noon Wednesday, June 10, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported 25 new cases of COVID-19. This brings the county’s number of positive cases to 277, with two deaths.

A Warsaw man has been arrested following two controlled purchases of methamphetamine conducted by the NET43 drug enforcement team.

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

House Armed Services Committee and China Task Force member, Rep. Jim Banks, introduced H.R. 7064 the “Stop Funding the PLA Act”

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following accident: 4:56 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, 738 S. Huntington St., Syracuse. Drivers. David H. Jenkins, 38, East McJunkin Street, Columbia City; and Carisa J. Addison, 35, East Lynwood Drive, Syracuse. Jenkins was backing his vehicle from a parking space when he struck Addison’s vehicle. Damage …read more.

Fulton County Officers with the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 6:39 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, 2600 block South East Lakeshore Drive, Macy. A boat was found drifting against a sea wall. 9:06 p.m. Monday, June 8, area of West CR 200N and North CR 200W, Rochester. An iPhone was found on the …read more.

ROCHESTER — 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 …read more.

Stage 4 of Governor Eric Holcomb’s “Back on Track Indiana” plan will go into effect beginning Friday, June 12 – two days earlier than originally scheduled.

Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation recently approved several loans awarded through its small business relief fund, which was established to support job retention and business recovery during the COVID-19 pandemic.

We learned last week that Han Van Meegeren achieved his goal of proving himself an artist that could create masterpieces. 

WARSAW — The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Kosciusko County until 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 10. At 1:14 p.m., a severe thunderstorm was located seven miles northwest of North Manchester. This storm will impact Warsaw, Winona Lake, Pierceton, Milford, North Webster, Syracuse, Leesburg and Burket. Portions of …read more.

Grace College student Obadiah Clemans earned his bachelor’s degree this year and is now working on his master’s.

WARSAW — The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Northwestern Kosciusko County until 1:15 p.m. Towns affected include Etna Green, Nappanee, Milford and Goshen. Wind gusts of up to 70 mph are possible as well as nickel-size hail.  Damage is likely to trees, mobile homes, roofs and outbuildings. 

A Warsaw woman was recently arrested after hitting two men and kicking three law enforcement officers.

The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Kosciusko County and surrounding areas until 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 10.

Contractors for the Indiana Department of Transportation will close northbound U.S. 31 over the Wabash River from the evening of Friday, June 12 through early Monday, June 15, weather depending.

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

Travis McConnell formally kicked off his campaign for Kosciusko County Commissioner with a fundraiser in Warsaw last week.

Kosciusko County  Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 2:55 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, 5800 block West CR 100S, Warsaw. Terence A. Gibson reported theft of honeycomb from a beehive and feed grain for animals, valued at $400.  8:56 p.m. Monday, June 8, 200 block Main Street, Warsaw. Inmate broke a …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 9:07 a.m. Tuesday, June 6, Dellview Drive, north of East CR 300N, Warsaw. Drivers: Rachell G. Holston, 34, EMS W26 Lane, North Webster; and Allison N. Zartman, 17, Southwood Drive, Warsaw. Both vehicles were parked on the west side of Dellview Drive. …read more.

News Release WINONA LAKE – Grace College has announced new affordability measures for students and a revised fall semester calendar in order to care for its students and their families during the current health crisis.  “Lower-income students can attend Grace tuition-free through a combination of federal, state and institutional aid,” said Dr. Mark Pohl, Grace …read more.

There is a chance of strong thunderstorms and winds Wednesday afternoon, June 10, across much of northern Indiana, according to the National Weather Service.

Kevin Bowser, 52, Warsaw passed away on Monday, June 8, 2020 at 9:15 p.m. A Life Celebration is entrusted to Titus Funeral Home. Please check back soon for a more complete obituary and for service details by visiting www.TitusFuneralHome.com

Bell Memorial Public Library opened its doors for regular business hours Monday, June 1, with a few restrictions.

WARSAW – IFN Photos has been updated through the ‘spring season’ and will continue to do so this summer.

The Etna Green Town Council discussed language within the proposed Etna Township fire contract during a meeting on Tuesday, June 9.

SYRACUSE — For the first time since March, all members of the Wawasee School Board were together for a meeting. Previous emergency meetings since March included only president Rebecca Linnemeier in person with the rest participating by teleconference.

WARSAW — The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for southeastern Kosciusko County until 7:15 p.m. Tuesday, June 9. At 6:27 p.m., severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Wabash, moving northeast at 40 mph. 60 mph wind gusts are expected. Expect damage to roofs, siding …read more.

Two presentations were given at the in-person meeting of the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce Monday, June 8, at the North Webster Community Center. Shelby Bolt received a $500 scholarship she earned from the chamber while the chamber was given a $500 rebate by The Papers Inc. from the ad sales for its community guide.

A Warsaw man will serve 12 years in prison after a traffic stop resulted in the discovery of more than 40 grams of methamphetamine.

By Deb Patterson InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — The goal is to open the CR 29 jughandle ramp with US 6, north of Syracuse on Friday, June 12, and the intersection of SR 13/CR 33 with US 6 to close on or after Friday. Crews with Phend & Brown Inc., Milford, have been working on creating an …read more.

In a packed two-hour meeting Monday, June 8, Syracuse Parks and Recreation board members were brought up to speed on department projects, COVID-19 responses and finances after a two-month break.

A Warsaw man was flown to a Fort Wayne hospital after his motorcycle struck a deer.

WARSAW — A Special Weather Statement has been issued for all of Kosciusko County. At 4:42 p.m., radar indicated a line of showers and thunderstorms located along a line extending from the Rochester area. Movement was north at 55 mph. Wind gusts up to 50 mph are possible with this line of showers and storms. …read more.

By David Hazledine InkFreeNews Milford Town Council dealt with a number of issues concerning housing at its monthly meeting at the community building Monday evening, June 8. On hand was Alan Tio of Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation to sign a memorandum of understanding with the council and Milford Redevelopment Commission, which is intended to kick …read more.

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

A woman from Noblesville was taken to the hospital after a two-vehicle accident just west of South SR 13.

Garry Ringler, Syracuse, was honored as Veteran of the Month at the Kosciusko County Commissioners meeting June 9. 

As of noon Tuesday, June 9, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported seven new cases of COVID-19. This brings the county’s number of positive cases to 252.

InkFreeNews is clarifying a headline that appeared in a story last week concerning Congressman Jim Banks and his support of Black Lives Matter.

The June Silver Lake Town Council meeting will be held at 7p.m. Wednesday, June 10, at the fire station, located at 702 E. Main Street in Silver Lake.

A Rochester woman received a two-year jail sentence after dealing one gram of methamphetamine.

Kimberly J. Doyle, 50, Monticello, passed away at 11:15 a.m., Saturday, May 30, 2020, at her residence. She was born on Jan. 1, 1970, in Winamac, and had worked at various jobs, including construction and recently worked for CDC Resources Inc. in Monticello. She enjoyed gardening, especially tending to her flowers. Survivors include her husband, …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 1 p.m. Monday, June 8, 4100 block East CR 450N, Leesburg. Scott L. Harvey reported hitting a dog with a vehicle. 6:51 p.m. Sunday, June 7, 100 block EMS W11 Lane, North Webster. A representative for Echo Bay reported damaged property. 5:22 …read more.

By Lasca Randels InkFreeNews WARSAW — Representatives from area nonprofit organizations attended the Kosciusko County Commissioners meeting Tuesday, June 9, to give budget presentations and request funding for the 2021 budget year. Matt Meersman, director of the St. Joseph River Basin Commission, requested $3,705. Meersman said they receive some funding from the state for special …read more.

Claypool Officers with the Claypool Police Department investigated the following accident: 3:55 p.m. Monday, June 8, South Packerton Road, west of East Pierceton Road, Winona Lake. Drivers: Paulette G. Sauders, 77, South Packerton Road, Warsaw; and Samuel J. Smith, 17, West CR 400N, Warsaw. Sauders was traveling west on Pierceton Road and attempted to make …read more.

Approval was granted for a future concrete plant in Milford during the Kosciusko Board of Zoning Appeals meeting held Tuesday, June 9.

SANDUSKY, OHIO — Cedar Point has put stringent health, safety and hygiene protocols in place to allow a safe opening. The park will open initially for Season Passholders only, and shortly thereafter for Cedar Point Resorts guests and guests who have pre-purchased tickets.

he Food Bank Of Northern Indiana in cooperation with The Salvation Army of Kosciusko County will distribute food boxes, dairy and produce items to families in need from 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, June 10, at Wawasee High School, 1 Warrior Path, 12659 N. Syracuse Webster Road, Syracuse.

Funding options, a mission statement, district logo, by-laws, and subcommittees were highlights of the Tippecanoe & Chapman Lakes Regional Sewer District meeting Monday night, June 8. Approximately a dozen people attended the meeting.

The third round of local protests in nine days supporting Black Lives Matter involved fewer signs and zero chants. Instead, they focused on numerous calls to action.

Restrictions on long-term living in campers will likely be implemented in the near future.

By David Hazledine InkFreeNews MILFORD — The town of Milford took another step toward increasing its supply of workforce housing on Monday, June 8. In separate meetings held in the town’s community building, Milford Redevelopment Commission and Milford Town Council voted to sign a memorandum of understanding, along with Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation, to embark …read more.

Turkey Creek fire and township boards met Monday, June 8, for the first time since the pandemic shutdown was instituted in March.

A Warsaw man will serve three months in jail after a traffic stop resulted in the discovery of drugs.

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Barbara Ellen Sweeny, 89, Warsaw, went home to be with her Lord and Savior at 3:30 a.m. on Sunday, June 7, 2020. She was born on March 26, 1931, in Jay County to Letha (Dulinski) Binegar Davis and James W. Binegar. On Sept. 2, 1956, she was married to Paul E. Sweeny. They shared 39 …read more.

Donald Delbert Masterson, 80, Warsaw, formerly of Plymouth, passed away at 10:35 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26, 2020, at his residence. He was born on Sept. 26, 1939, in Warsaw, to Delbert and Marie (Hite) Masterson. He attended Warsaw and Plymouth High Schools and was a United States Army veteran. He was married on Nov. …read more.

WARSAW – Bowling alleys in Kosciusko County are anticipating next week’s phase to open its doors to the public again.

Five weeks before the Kosciusko Community Fair was set to begin, the inevitable became obvious on Monday night.

As Indiana enters Stage 4 of Governor Eric Holcomb’s “Back on Track Indiana” plan next week, Warsaw Community Public Library will reopen its doors to the public beginning Monday, June 15.

As Polywood prepares to launch a $12 million expansion that will bring 300 to 400 more jobs to the area, some have asked if the area has enough housing, child care and classroom space. While not all the new employees may move to the area, it is hoped a large number will.

Between noon Friday, June 5, and noon Monday, June 8, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported 35 new cases of COVID-19. This brings the county’s number of positive cases to 245.

Dear Editor, Unfortunately, last Tuesday, Primary Election Day, a black female poll worker was subjected to an appalling and degrading racist comment from the white male Republican Inspector. We thank Kosciusko County Republican Chairman Mike Ragan for strongly condemning the inspector’s comment and for pledging to prohibit him from ever serving as an Inspector again. …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 1:03 p.m. Sunday, June 7, 1400. block Brallier Road, Pierceton. David B. Widman reported criminal mischief.  7:47 a.m. Saturday, June 6, 5400 block North SR 13/Backwater Road, North Webster. A vehicle was found.  Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the …read more.

News Release SYRACUSE — The Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation announces the results from the first year of their landmark Wawasee Inlets Nutrient Study. This study is the first of its kind for the Wawasee Watershed and the data from the three year scientific effort will yield a comprehensive analysis of nutrient and sediment loads. The …read more.

A man from Massachusetts was flown to Fort Wayne for severe burn injuries after a rear-end accident involving three semis on US 30.

Fire departments from Turkey Creek, Tippecanoe, Sparta (Cromwell), Perry (Ligonier) and Van Buren (Milford) townships responded to a garage fire at 9907 E.1000N, Cromwell, around 11:45 a.m. today, Monday, June 8.

Land That I Love is a fun-filled adventure, telling the story of Indiana.

Despite repeated pleas to not use city beaches, Center Lake was a busy place at times over the weekend.

The Mentone Flying Club will host its annual pancake and sausage breakfast on Saturday, June 27, at the Fulton County Airport.

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

INDIANAPOLIS – The ICGSA announced its choices for the 2020 Academic All-State honorees for girls track and girls tennis.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incidents: 12:13 p.m. Sunday, June 7, 200 block South James St., Milford. Officers investigated a report of a domestic disturbance. 9:59 a.m. Sunday, June 7, 300 block East Camp Mack Road, Milford. Tony Ortiz reported theft. Items stolen include a blue kayak. Value: $380.69. 1:13 …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 2:27 p.m. Tuesday, June 2, East US 30, east of South CR 250E, Warsaw. Drivers: Vlad M. Ardelean, 34, Oakland Street, Watertown, Mass.; Lucjan J. Kuzinski, 40, Cronin Avenue, Justice, Ill.; and Raymond J. Curtiss, 27, Elder Road 215, Homewood, Ill. Curtiss …read more.

A Warsaw man has been arrested following an alleged incident of battery involving strangulation in Whitley County.

Dear Editor, I have just read the reporting by the Warsaw Times-Union and InkFreeNews regarding a serious incident that happened at one of the polling locations on Tuesday. A white male inspector made a demeaning comment regarding a black female poll worker. At the time, the other poll workers who were in the vicinity did …read more.

Giving Day 2019 at Manchester University included a campus-wide picnic, a flash mob, two giant gift box reveals for students, and a surprise marriage proposal.

Dear Editor, It was a warm summer night in 1972; I was 24 and had just pulled our car off US Highway 27 onto a County road south of Fort Wayne. We sat there, a young couple just starting our adult lives together and stared at an orange glow in the sky over the city. …read more.

The next demonstration in solidarity with local organizers to bring awareness to the community of the unjust death of George Floyd will be Monday night, June 8, in Winona Lake.

Thomas John “TJ” Campion, 45, Nappanee, died Saturday morning, June 6, 2020, in Nappanee. He was born Dec. 24, 1974, in South Bend to Ralph and Dolores (Lentner) Campion. Mr. Campion had worked at Clayton Homes. Surviving is his girlfriend, Emillee Malkowski, Nappanee; daughters, Cindy (David) Hochstetler, Nappanee, Molly Campion, Walkerton, Ariana Campion, Natilee Campion, …read more.

Rebecca Mae “Becky” Clifford, 67, Columbia City, died at 1:20 p.m. Saturday, June 6, 2020, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, where she was admitted this past week. She was born Feb. 10, 1953, in Columbia City, a daughter of Edward A. and Alice Joy (Bollinger) Bohnstedt. She grew up in Etna-Troy Twp. and graduated from …read more.

Danny Warren, 51, Leesburg, passed away on June 6, 2020, at his home. He was born on March 6, 1969, in Elkhart. He is survived by his wife, Bonny Warren; two daughters: Victoria Jackson and Danielle Bodkin; two grandchildren: Liam Jackson and Skyelynn Bodkin; his mother: Peggy Glant; three brothers: Raymend Warren, Todd Warren, and …read more.

Delbert F. Sams II, 56, Pierceton,  passed away Saturday, June 6, 2020, 1:51 PM in Kosciusko Community Hospital. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel. To Sign the Guestbook or Send a Condolence go to www.mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

Kenneth L. Sliter, 72, Warsaw, and previously of Berne, passed away in the early hours of Sunday, June 7, 2020, at Warsaw Meadows Care Center. Arrangements for Mr. Sliter have been entrusted to Titus Funeral Home where services are pending. Condolences may be left for the family at www.TitusFuneralHome.com

Dear Editor, I know that “token” is intended to be a derogatory statement, but I see it differently.

A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared for a woman from Demotte.

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 based …read more.

UPDATE: This Silver Alert has been cancelled. Press Release INGALLS — A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared for a girl from Ingalls. The Ingalls Police Department is investigating the disappearance of Grace Hammonds, a 15-year-old white female who is 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighs 160 pounds. She has brown hair and blue …read more.

The Tippecanoe-Chapman Lakes Regional Sewer District will be back meeting in North Webster.

By Briley Gargis InkFreeNews WARSAW – Forty-two small, delicately painted stones have been placed around the Kosciusko County Courthouse and Justice Building in Warsaw with what appears to be a salute to veterans for the 4th of July. Exactly who placed the rocks, though, remains a mystery. Painted rocks have been placed all around the …read more.