A Warsaw man has been charged for hitting his pregnant ex-girlfriend with a chair.

Let’s celebrate June! June is the beginning of summer, Father’s Day, and, June is Audiobook Month!

Christopher A. White, 36, Kokomo, died unexpectedly at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 3, 2020. He was born on Oct. 21, 1983, in Palos, Ill., a son of Thomas M. and Frances L. (Seibert) White. Growing up in Wilmington, Ill., he graduated from Wilmington High School in 2001. He continued his education at Joliet Junior College …read more.

Ralph E. Killworth, Sr., Churubusco, passed away on June 5, 2020, at his home. He was born in Whitley County, not far from his current home, on Dec. 21, 1929, to the late Newton and Flossie Katherine (Fulk) Killworth. He spent his formative years in Churubusco, graduating from Churubusco High School in 1948. He was …read more.

Justin P. Thoden, 35, went to be with his Lord and Savior on June 2, 2020. He was a loving, son, husband, father, brother and friend. Born Aug. 3, 1984, he was one of four children born to Richard M. and Sandra J. (Vincent) Thoden. He graduated from Plymouth High School with the class of …read more.

Allen Hartman, 85, a lifetime Marshall and Kosciusko County resident, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2020, surrounded by his family’s love. A celebration of life will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday, June 25, in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St. Services will follow at 4 p.m. in the funeral …read more.

GOSHEN – Elkhart County Health Officer Dr. Lydia Mertz released coronavirus statistics Friday, June 5, that show younger people are testing positive more than older people. There have been 205 new cases this week through Thursday, with another 90 added Friday, for 295 cases in one week. There have been no deaths since May 23. …read more.

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

Anna Linn, a longtime resident of Warsaw, passed away just after 11 a.m. Friday, June 5, 2020, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Warsaw. Nearing her 100th birthday, she was 99 years old. She was born on Aug. 17, 1920, in Mishawaka. She was the daughter of Edmond Dosmann and Rosella (Sellers) Dosmann and attended Mishawaka …read more.

A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared for a Fort Wayne man.

A scene from Wednesday’s rally in downtown Warsaw. InkFreeNews photo by Briley Gargis. It was an amazing week for diversity in Warsaw in two different ways. In case you live under a rock, here’s a quick recap. First, the more low-key effort came Monday as city and county officials quickly reacted after learning Friday of …read more.

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.

NORTH WEBSTER – Renovations to the North Webster baseball field highlights preseason prep for the Wawasee Community Summer League.

A Republican Party election worker won’t be returning for future elections after he referred to a fellow poll worker, who is an African American, as a “token black.” 

A community cruise-through event to honor the Wawasee High School Senior Class of 2020 took place Friday night, June 5. People decorated vehicles, honoring this year’s class, and lined the streets while cars honked in congratulations.

Warsaw Community Schools and Blosser’s Photography partnered together to take pictures of Warsaw Community High School’s Class of 2020 graduates in their caps and gowns.

In a year already turned upside down by COVID-19, three Wawasee High School graduates who will be entering the military were still able to have a graduation ceremony, even if not with their peers in July.

Mary Cathrine Perry, 87, Warsaw, affectionately known by everyone as Kat or Aunt Kat, passed away at 4:22 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at Warsaw Meadows Care Cente. She was born on July 6, 1932, in Prestonsburg, Ky. to Elizabeth (Hughes) Perry and Charles Perry. Mary graduated in 1951 from Prestonsburg High School. She …read more.

Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer announced that July’s First Friday event has been cancelled.

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

The Silver Lake Lions Club Bingo event originally scheduled for Saturday, June 6, has been cancelled until further notice.

The city of Chicago was brighter the day Wanda Jean (Fike) Cullison was born as the first child to Donald and Shirley (Wine) Fike. She embarked on a missionary journey with her parents, starting in Ecuador. Puerto Rico became the backdrop for most of her childhood, being there 15 years. She graduated from Robinson High …read more.

The Claypool Town Council held an administrative meeting this week to discuss a Section Street property and the usage of K21 Health Foundation’s financial pledge to the town.

Between noon on Thursday, June 4, and noon Friday, June 5, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported 12 new cases of COVID-19. Seven of the cases reported on June 4 were identified to reside in various other counties; thus they have been removed from the case count. This brings the county’s number of positive cases to 210.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 12:37 a.m. Friday, June 5, 200 block Tucker Street, Mentone. A battery incident was reported.  12:28 a.m. Friday, June 5, 2400 block West CR 250S, Warsaw. Lonnie E. Puckett reported a fraud attempt.  North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 12:09 p.m. Thursday, June 4, SR 14, west of South CR 600E, North Manchester. Driver: Nicholas D. Lehman, 23, Waters Court, Fort Wayne. Lehman said he was stopped at the intersection waiting to turn north on CR 600E when his vehicle was …read more.

Many communities faced unexpected expenses while responding to the coronavirus as they ramped up public health and safety efforts.

By Lasca Randels InkFreeNews WARSAW — Oakwood Cemetery Board of Regents met Thursday, June 4 — their first meeting since March.  Oakwood Sexton Hal Heagy said there were several items to review due to the length of time between meetings.  Heagy discussed restrictions and effects COVID-19 has had at the cemetery. He said his cemetery …read more.

Anna Linn, 99 and a longtime Warsaw resident, passed away quietly on Friday, June 5, 2020, just before noon. Arrangements for her Life Celebration are pending with Titus Funeral Home of 2000 East Sheridan Street, Warsaw. To leave condolences for the family, please visit www.TitusFuneralHome.com

Ted Wayne Prater went home to be with his Lord on Wednesday, June 3, 2020. Age 56 at the time of his passing, he was a Warsaw resident. Ted, known by those closest to him as “Wayne,” was the son of Ted and Georgia Prater. He was born on Jan. 2, 1964, in Prestonsburg, Ky. …read more.

Travis McConnell, a Warsaw attorney, filed paperwork on Friday to run for middle district commissioner in Kosciusko County on the Democratic ticket.

Kay Frances (Bryant) Prater, 73, and a longtime resident of Warsaw, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2020, just after 1:30 p.m. in Grace Village Healthcare Center, Winona Lake. Born on Nov. 12, 1946, in Detroit, Mich., she was the daughter of Ethel Wendell Bryant and Nell Winnie (Campbell) (Bryant) Allen. She was one of …read more.

This weeks Animal Welfare League “Pets of the Week” Include Rusty the dog, and Tiger the cat. 

Samuel “Sam” Hartle, 61, Warsaw, passed away at 3:39 p.m. Thursday, June 4, 2020 , in his residence. Sam was born Nov. 11, 1958, in Warsaw, to Leland “Lee” and Mary (Miner) Hartle. He was united in marriage to Nancy Mann  on Nov. 20, 1994, in Las Vegas, Nev. He graduated from Warsaw Community High  …read more.

A Warsaw woman now faces an additional criminal charge after failing to report to the Kosciusko County Jail for a sentence.

With summer approaching quickly, many area fair boards are making decisions to either have their County Fairs, or not.

This week, Reps. Jim Banks and. Jackie Walorski sent a letter to United States Secretary of the Air Force Barbara M. Barrett urging her to consider Grissom Air Force Base as the future site of the U.S. Space Command headquarters.

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

Ivy Tech Community College and Grace College are partnering to create opportunities for Ivy Tech students with a new transfer agreement focused on training elementary educators.

Lewis P. Goodwin, 72, Anderson, passed away on May 29, 2020, at his residence. He was born in Lafayette on Nov. 16, 1947, the son of Lewis M. and Helen Jean (Holt) Goodwin. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps having served two tours of duty in Vietnam where he earned a Purple …read more.

Karl L. Fuhrman Jr., 61, of Huntington passed away on April 15, 2020, at the Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. He was born on June 21, 1958, in Decatur, to Karl and Ramona (Rousseau) Furhman Sr. He is survived by his father, Karl Fuhrman of Syracuse; his stepfather “Dad” Sam (Pat) Tullis of Huntington; two …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 1:56 a.m. Friday, June 5, 3700 block South SR 25, Mentone. Officers investigated a report of battery resulting in moderate bodily injury. 2:23 p.m. Thursday, June 4, 3600 block North Barbee Road, Warsaw. Kim E. Satterfield reported identity deception. 10:50 p.m. Wednesday, …read more.

The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) announced today administrative penalty fees will resume July 1.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 9:31 p.m. Thursday, June 4, North CR 800W, north of West CR 400N, Warsaw. Drivers: Tyler L. Goodpaster, 23, Old Colony Road, Warsaw. Goodpaster was traveling south on North CR 800W when his vehicle overcorrected and left the roadway. No injuries were …read more.

Mervel Donald Flanagan, 91, Wabash, died at 9:17 a.m., Thursday, June 4, 2020, at Parkview Wabash Hospital. He was born March 30, 1929, in Mercer County, Missouri to Ben and Minnie (Kindred) Flanagan. Mervel was a 1947 graduate of Princeton High School in Princeton, Missouri. He was a military policeman in the US Army, serving …read more.

Betty Louise Baker, 92, of Bremen, passed away peacefully at 8:30 pm, Wednesday, June 3, 2020 in her home surrounded by family only 10 days after her husband passed away. Betty was born on July 18, 1927 in Bourbon, the daughter of the late Willard and Minnie (Yarian) Lemler.  On June 4, 1946, she married …read more.

Mr. Elijah Sammual Miller, 35, Rochester, passed away 2:29 a.m., Monday, June 1, 2020, at Woodlawn Hospital. On June 11, 1984, Eli was born in Fort Worth, Texas to Terry G. and Katrina M. Shuey Miller. Gifted with his hands, Eli worked in residential construction. He attended the Solid Rock Church. Eli enjoyed working around home with the landscape, …read more.

Samuel “Sam” Hartle, 61, Warsaw, passed away at 3:39 p.m., Thursday, June 4, 2020, in his residence. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw.

Today the Indiana State Fair Commission and the Indiana State Fair Board announced a modified State Fair 4-H Livestock Show with additional activities that will be held on the State Fairgrounds in August.

SYRACUSE – There are two disc golf courses in the area, including The Lodge in Syracuse and Lucerne Park in Warsaw.

Dear Editor, As the dust settles following this truly unusual campaign season, I wanted to write this letter to thank the county for the confidence that it has placed in me and also to extend sincere well wishes to the other candidates who ran for the Superior 3 Judgeship.

Dear Editor. I want to congratulate Mr. Craig Snow on his victory in the Primary.

NOBLESVILLE – Cybil Stillson led a trio of NorthWood golfers at the Howard Bailey Junior Golf Tour stop.

The Syracuse Town Council held a special meeting to pass several resolutions that will lay the preliminary groundwork for Polywood’s proposed $12 million expansion.

The Syracuse Town Council passed three resolutions during a special meeting Thursday morning, June 4, as the preliminary start to Polywood’s $12,000,000 expansion. Polywood intends to purchase the property where the current Harold Schrock Athletic Complex is located and build a 300,000 to 400,000 square foot building for manufacturing.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — A North Manchester man will serve two months in jail if he remains conduct clear after stealing a safe containing jewelry. Keagan Marshall Doran, 23, 10462 N. CR 650E, North Manchester, was charged with theft, a level 6 felony. Doran was originally sentenced in this case on July 19, …read more.

Kosciusko County The following person was booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Elkhart County The following person was booked in the Elkhart County Correctional Facility: Fulton County The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail: Marshall County The following people were booked in the Marshall County Jail: Whitley County The following people were …read more.

A Silver Lake man has been arrested after 56 dogs were removed from his home in March.

Kathy S. Prater, 61, of Warsaw and formerly of Etna Green, passed Wednesday, June 3, 2020, at her residence where she resided for the last five years. Kathy was born on Jan. 22, 1959, in Kosciusko County, to the late William and Wilma (Kindig) Prater. She was a lifetime area resident. She was a 1978 …read more.

John R. Graham, 90, North Manchester, passed away on June 3, 2020, at Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester at 6:35 p.m. John was born in Kokomo, on Sept. 28, 1929, to Charles and Bertha (Zimmerman) Graham and was one of 11 children. John served in the United States Army during the Korean War, then was …read more.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — Tippy Creek Winery, Leesburg, was approved for a beer retailer permit during a Kosciusko County Alcohol and Tobacco Commission virtual meeting on Thursday, June 4. Lori and Daniel Richcreek, the winery’s owners, were present at the meeting. Lori Richcreek said she and Daniel want to bring in no more …read more.

As of noon Thursday, June 4, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported 22 new cases of COVID-19. This brings the county’s number of positive cases to 205.

A Warsaw man was recently arrested after battering and threatening police officers.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 11:41 p.m. Wednesday, June 3, 2100 block Parry Drive, Warsaw. KCSO was contacted in reference to a rape. 1:44 p.m. Tuesday, June 2, 8800 block North SR 19, Etna Green. Lavon R. Kauffman reported a lost license plate. 5:08 p.m. Sunday, May …read more.

Center Street Community Theatre announces plans for a Fall 2020 show, CLUE On Stage by Sandy Rustin.

First Friday Warsaw is hosting its second Virtual First Friday event from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, June 5, on the First Friday Warsaw Facebook page.

Han Van Meegeren was from the Netherlands and greatly admired the work of the Dutch masters, particularly Vermeer.

Carol Rose, 72, Ligonier, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2020, at home surrounded by her family. She was born on October 7, 1947 the daughter of William and Martha (Cook) Richardson in Dean Kentucky. On April 24, 1965, she married Robert “Bob” Rose in Clintwood, Va. She is survived by her husband, Bob Rose …read more.

Darrell Dean Click, 69, Kimmell, passed away on Tuesday June 2, 2020, at Sacred Heart Nursing Home in Avilla. He was born on Aug. 5, 1950, in Atwell, W. Va. to Clarence Edward and Nellie May (Dawson) Click. On March 1, 1978, he married Connie Jean West; she preceded him in death on May 25, …read more.

Eight students in the Warsaw Area Career Center recently received their Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification.

Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District will hold a public hearing at 7:30 p.m. Monday, June 15, at its district office, 4852 N. 1200W, Cromwell. Social distancing guidelines will be followed.

Notice is being given to property owners, leaseholders and owners of mineral rights located within Waubee Lake Mobile Home Park’s wellhead protection area.

Claypool Elementary School held a virtual award program on May 20 to recognize sixth-grade student achievements.

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

The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce recently launched their “Yes! We are Open” sign campaign.

Small Claims The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Warsaw Health System LLC c/o Komyatte & Casbon PC v. Eugene Foffelt Jr. Kim Finkenbiner, $1,887.39 Rachel Hively FKA Rachel Kalabasa, $759.32 Michae E. Pettit Jr., $2,980.54 Delbert F. Sams, $4,493.96 Mandy M. Schultz, $4,395.07 McArthur …read more.

US Rep. Jim Banks on Wednesday endorsed the Black Lives Matter movement.

The guest speaker at the weekly COVID-19 press conference held Wednesday, June 3, at Warsaw City Hall was Kurt Carlson, CEO of Bowen Center.

Ted Prater, 54 of Sellers Lake passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2020. A Life Celebration is currently pending with Titus Funeral Home. To leave a condolence please visit: www.TitusFuneralHome.com

Pictured, from left, are Board Member Larry Coplen, Area Plan Director Dan Richard, Board Member Jon Garber and Board Member Bob Conley. By Maggie Kenworthy InkFreeNews WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Area Plan Commission denied a rezoning request during the meeting held today, June 3. Tori Fehr petitioned to rezone 26.24 acres from a residential …read more.

WARSAW – Golf courses across the state are open, ready to host the public in our socially distant world.

LIGONIER – The 2020 West Noble Primary Color Run is set for Saturday, June 27.

FRANKLIN – Two local golfers got one final high school golf match at Wednesday’s Class of 2020 Senior Open.

If anyone thought they could rile up and cause trouble at the second Black Lives Matter rally in four days, it didn’t work.

$300,000 is being made available for coronavirus testing for a wide variety of people in Kosciusko County after a definite surge in cases was recently documented.

Fulton County The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail: Noble County The following people were booked in the Noble County Jail: Whitley County The following people were booked in the Whitley County Jail:

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 3:01 p.m. Monday, June 1, on North CR 200E, near East CR 700N, Warsaw. Drivers: Renee L. Sonnenberg, 38, Carmen Street, Portage; and Sarah A. Silva, 25, Lake John Circle, Winona Lake. Sonnenberg was at a stop sign and did not realize …read more.

Kay Prater, 73, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2020, at Grace Village Health Care and Rehab. A Life Celebration® is currently pending with Titus Funeral Home. To leave a condolence for the family please visit: www.TitusFuneralHome.com

The emergency order restricting motorized watercraft to idle speed on the Barbee chain of lakes in Kosciusko County has been lifted. Normal boating operations may resume.

A Warsaw man has been arrested after allegedly threatening to shoot several juveniles.

The SmithStrong Foundation Fund, a component fund of the Kosciusko County Community Foundation, provides annual support to Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation’s athletic program to recognize outstanding student-athletes.

Joshua Joseph McGuire, 42, Colorado Springs, Colo., and formerly of Warsaw, passed away unexpectedly on March 1, 2020. He was born on Jan. 7, 1978, in Warsaw, Indiana to Holly Susan (Nicholls) and David Burnis McGuire. Joshua was a 1996 graduate of Warsaw Community High School. In his youth he enjoyed BMX racing and was …read more.

Do you know of a youth or an individual wanting to start a small business? Lawn service, baby-sitting, tutoring, pet sitter, dog walker, website, or washing cars are a few examples of businesses one can do, but are not limited to. Matthews’ Painting wants to help people pursue their dreams.

Bingo at the Silver Lake Lions Club will resume Saturday, June 6.

Mayor Joe Thallemer issued a statement Wednesday morning, June 3, ahead of the scheduled protest later in the day about the killing of George Floyd.

Although Jeff Clark, Kosciusko County’s new animal control officer, has only been serving in the position for a month, he jokes that he is already wondering how he’ll ever get caught up.

By Ray Balogh InkFreeNews WARSAW — Debbie Messenger acknowledges she can’t fix her counseling clients. But she knows she can introduce them to the one who can. Messenger was born in Wisconsin and spent her “formative years” in Mexico as a missionary kid. “It was a transient lifestyle,” she said. “I was from everywhere and …read more.

Dr. Tom Edington, superintendent of the Wawasee Community School Corporation, released the following information Tuesday, June 2, pertaining to the summer and the 2020-21 school year:

Ralph E. Coplen, 89, Fort Wayne, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at 7:44 a.m. in Englewood Health and Rehabilitation Center, Fort Wayne. Ralph was born April 17, 1931, in Fulton County, to Lee Von and Cora L. (Zimmerman) Coplen. He was united in marriage to Barbara D. Anglin on Nov. 20, 1955, in …read more.

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