Craig Snow entered the primary late, had virtually no name recognition and was hampered – like every other candidate — by the pandemic.

Indiana Hospitality Group has announced the opening of its newest hotel, the Holiday Inn Express & Suites located at 300 Prosperity Drive in Warsaw.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 5:25 p.m. Tuesday, June 2, 7800 block South CR 700W, Claypool. Anthony M. Goodwin reported fraud.   Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incident: 9:12 p.m. Tuesday, June 2, 4900 block East CR 1200N, Syracuse. Officers investigated a …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 11:09 p.m. Saturday, May 30, Chapman Lake Drive, north of EMS C10 Lane, Warsaw. Driver: Mason W. Reber, 19, East Autumn Trail, Warsaw. Reber was traveling north on Chapman Lake Drive when his vehicle left the roadway, striking a shed. The vehicle …read more.

News Release WARSAW — Kosciusko County Property Tax Assessment Board of Appeals will meet at 8:45 a.m. Monday, June 22. The meeting will be in the old courtroom on the third floor of the Kosciusko County Courthouse to start its annual meetings for 2020. The board will also be meeting at 9 a.m. Monday, July …read more.

The Indiana Department of Homeland Security has issued more than 150 permits for public displays of fireworks, although many communities across Indiana have cancelled fireworks events to avoid large gatherings.

SYRACUSE – The Lakeland Youth Center is readying for a handful of summer opportunities for kids.

Purdue Extension Health & Human Science educators throughout northwest Indiana have partnered to host a series of free Nourish your Body webinars during the month of June. 

WARSAW – The Blackburn Run 4 Others is set to take place virtually from June 10-20.

Third time proved to be the charm for Chad Miner in the Republican primary race for judge of Superior Court 3.

Two incumbents and one newcomer have won nominations for three Kosciusko County Council at-large seats in the Republican primary.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County had a 23.81% voter turnout for the 2020 Primary Election. This was the first election the county used the poll pads in the 69 precincts. Ann Torpy, county clerk, stated the use of the pads went smoothly with less problems at the polls. There are the final results: Republican Ticket President …read more.

Warsaw Community Schools recently announced three important updates for the Class of 2020 and their families regarding tickets for graduation, senior appreciation and senior photos. 

While precinct officials continue to arrive at the Justice Building, tabulation continues behind the scene. The third wave of results represents a 14.69% voter turnout. There have been 31 of the 69 precincts counted.

The first tabulations have been released. These votes are those of the 3,125 paper absentee ballots and 530 walk-in absentee ballots. The first precincts arrived around 6:30 p.m.

SOUTH BEND – For the first time in the 94-year rivalry, the Notre Dame-Navy football game will be played in Annapolis this fall.

SYRACUSE – The 26th annual Wawasee Warrior Open golf outing is set for July 6 at Maxwelton Golf Club.

Wawasee High School held a virtual Academic Hall of Fame induction program Monday evening, June 1. A total of 30 students were inducted.

Amidst many local summer events postponing or canceling due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Etna Green’s annual Fourth of July parade plans are still marching on. The owners of Etna Elevator brought the parade back in 2019 after years of the town not having an annual parade.

Silver Lake Officers with the Silver Lake Police Department Investigated the following Incident: 11:27 p.m. Monday, June 1, 700 block North Jefferson Street, Silver Lake. Steven J. Hall reported the theft of a lawn dethatcher. Value: $125. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department Investigated the following Incidents: 6:51 p.m. Monday, June 1, 100 block …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 4:29 a.m. Tuesday, June 2, On Old Road 15, north of West CR 600N, Leesburg. Driver: Diana L. Goodman, 51, EMS W16 Lane, North Webster. Goodman was driving southbound and his vehicle struck a deer. Damage up to $10,000. Warsaw Officers with …read more.

One man was flown to an area hospital after a rear-end vehicle accident involving two semis.

Article and photos by Ray Balogh InkFreeNews NORTH WEBSTER — Dateline: North Webster Elementary School. The battle engaged at 4 p.m. Thursday, May 28. A sizable convoy of assault vehicles, disguised as family sedans, SUVs and pickup trucks, rolled along the school’s front drive. Giggling young combatants fired their weapons of choice — squirt guns …read more.

The traditional slow trickle of voters seemed to continue as usual on Primary Election Day Tuesday, June 2, despite the pandemic.

Ralph E. Coplen, 89, Fort Wayne, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2020, in Englewood Health and Rehabilitation Center, Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To Sign the Guestbook or Send a Condolence go to www.mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

Bike share services from Zagster will be ending in Kosciusko County due to the financial strain of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The 2020 Wawasee FFA Awards Banquet was held via a YouTube premiere Friday, May 29, and can still be viewed at www.youtube.com/watch?v=6L3JYNms_s8.

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana, in cooperation with The Salvation Army of Kosciusko County, will distribute food boxes, meat and dairy to families in need from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, June 3, at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, 1400 E. Smith St., Warsaw.

The Claypool Police Department acted upon a tip as to possible illegal drug activity occurring at 201 E. Calhoun St., Claypool.

Gov. Eric Holcomb called for a statewide coalition to address racial disparities following a fourth continuous day of demonstrations across the Hoosier state but offered no concrete examples of change.

Warsaw Municipal Airport continues to fly on despite the worldwide pandemic.

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

WARSAW – There will be no open class exhibits at the Kosciusko County Community Fair this year. The decision was announced Tuesday morning. “After much consideration, the Kosciusko County Extension Homemakers Board has decided not to move forward with plans for Open Class Exhibits” due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the announcement said. The group cited …read more.

While dozens and dozens of cities have seen extensive rioting, looting and vandalism in recent days in response to the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis, it was gratifying to see a peaceful protest in Warsaw Saturday afternoon. Warsaw certainly was not the only community to see protesters exalt their Constitutional rights and convey their …read more.

Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department announces the summer concert, and programming calendar!

Pamela J. Slater, 71, Kewanna, Indiana, passed away at 2:30 p.m. Friday May 29, 2020, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital, Winamac, Indiana. She was born on Dec. 5, 1948, in Lee County, Va., the daughter of Walter and Pearl (Munsell) Taylor. She married Kenneth Slater on Dec. 26, 1982, in Logansport, and he survives. Pamela had …read more.

Nancy Ann Brumfield, 90, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, May 31, 2020. She was born Jan. 17, 1930, in Noblesville, to Joseph Lawrence and Vera Esther (Stum) Prout and moved to Warsaw in early childhood. Nancy was a 1947 graduate of Warsaw High School. After raising her children in the …read more.

Kosciusko County Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents; 6:16 a.m. Monday, June 1. East of North SR15, on West CR900 N, Warsaw. Drivers: John P. Searfoss, 82, North CR800 E, Syracuse; and Deborah K. Webb, 60, North Venetian Drive, Syracuse. Searfoss was at a stop sign and needed to back up due to …read more.

FORT WAYNE – NorthWood junior Cybil Stillson fired a 73 to win her division of the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour Monday afternoon.

Kosciusko Rural Electric Membership Corporation (KREMC) wants to hear from the community about internet service.

Myrna A. Heaslip, 80, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Monday, June 1, 2020. Born in Plymouth, on June 22, 1939, Myrna was the daughter of Kenneth and Ingrid (Skoglund) Holm. She graduated from Grovertown High School with the class of 1957. After high school she worked as a hairdresser, in the dental lab …read more.

Gov. Holcomb approved $30 million in federal funding made available through the CARES Act to small business restart grants, helping accelerate the speed of economic recovery activity by providing working capital to cover certain expenses related to the global pandemic.

SYRACUSE – The 2020 Flotilla Road Race will be run virtually this year from July 4-5 along its traditional route.

More Kosciusko County residents read Ink Free News than any other news source. Turn to InkFreeNews.com to get the story that is fresh, fast, and accurate. We can also help generate customers and sales for your business. For advertising, call Kip Schumm. (574) 658-4111, ext. 2328 May 25 — 31, 2020 Pageviews — 878,454 Unique …read more.

City and county officials have mobilized an outreach effort with Hispanic leaders and are seeking more testing after three mobile home parks in Kosciusko County were identified with coronavirus outbreaks in the past week or so.

NEW PARIS — A two-vehicle collision at US 6 and Old SR 15 resulted in transporting six passengers to Goshen General Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The crash occurred at 1:37 p.m. Monday, June 1.

While close to 2,000 registered voters in Kosciusko County requesting absentee ballots, there are still thousands who are eligible to go to the polls.

Voting locations for the June 2 primary election have been announced by Michelle Puckett, Kosciusko County auditor.

With temperatures on the rise this week, Mayor Joe Thallemer is urging people to stay away from city beaches.

The Kosciusko County Health Department reported a second COVID-19 death in the county on Monday, June 1, and saw another substantial jump in the number of cases in recent days.

Mark Blessing, 47, and a passenger on his motorcycle, Marri Hacker, 54, also of Nappanee, were flown from an accident scene near Rochester to South Bend Memorial Hospital with unspecified injuries.

Aaron Donald Mabery, 45, of Wabash, died at 2:15 p.m, Sunday , May 31, 2020, at his home. He was born Feb. 9, 1975, in Wabash, to Charles Donald Mabery and Sherry (Wensley) Smith. Aaron was a 1995 graduate of Wabash High School. He served in the US Marine Corps from 1996 – 2000 attaining …read more.

Rosea M. Campbell, 98, Wabash, died at 3:20 a.m., Sunday, May 31, 2020, at Miller’s Merry Manor East in Wabash. She was born Aug. 17, 1921, in Kosciusko County, to John and Elizabeth (Floor) Reed. Rosea married Hugh D. Campbell in North Manchester,  on June 17, 1939; he died March 13, 2000. She was a …read more.

    Text and Photos by Ray Balogh InkFreeNews NEW PARIS — A two-vehicle crash around 1:30 p.m. Monday, June 1, sent six of the seven passengers involved to Goshen General Hospital. None of the injuries were life-threatening. A red Chevy Impala, eastbound on US 6, collided with an orange Dodge Grand Caravan, which failed …read more.

The Silver Lake Waterworks is notifying Silver Lake residents that hydrant flushing will begin Tuesday, June 2, and continue through Wednesday, June 3.

News Release SYRACUSE – Curbside pickup of books, movies, and requests such as for, tax forms and free masks continues in the next phase of opening at the Syracuse Public Library beginning Monday, June 1. The new hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. and Tuesday, and 1 p.m. to 6 …read more.

Robert Paul “Bob” Curry, 88, of North Webster, passed away at 5:45 p.m. on Friday, May 29, 2020, at his home. He was born on July 19, 1931, in Muncie to Robert and Helen (Hayden) Curry. He graduated in 1949 from Muncie Burris High School, attended Ball State College in Muncie, and was a United …read more.

Camp Alexander Mack, a Christian camp and conference center, will begin the major construction of an $85,000 challenge course on its property north of Camp Mack Road in Milford, made possible by a grant from the K21 Health Foundation, which serves Kosciusko County. Executive Director Gene Hollenberg made the announcement to supporters of the 95-year old camp operated by the Church of the Brethren in Indiana.

The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) reminds Hoosiers that branches will extend hours of operation for the primary election.

WINONA LAKE – Seven members of Grace’s women’s and men’s golf teams were given academic honors.

Ivy Tech Community College, including its Fort Wayne and Warsaw locations, has announced it is offering free classes and training opportunities for 10,000 participants.

SYRACUSE – Wawasee’s girls basketball camp will take place July 20-23 at Wawasee High School.

A second protest supporting the Black Lives Matter movement will happen from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 3, outside of the Kosciusko County Courthouse.

WARSAW – Indiana Special Olympics is hosting a virtual experience this summer to replace the originally planned Summer Games.

Nancy A. Brumfield, 90, Warsaw, passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2020 at 8:28 a.m. in her residence. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To Sign the Guestbook or Send a Condolence go to www.mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

Temps will be in the 80s most of the week, but the National Weather Service is predicting a chance of thunderstorms mid week and a chance of rain Friday.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked into Kosciusko County Jail:

A Warsaw man was recently arrested after allegedly making verbal threats and damaging an apartment.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incident: 8:30 p.m. Thursday, May 28, 500 block South Main St., Milford. Paul D. Scott Jr.’s home was spotted by an officer with its door open and no one present; burglary is assumed.   North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the …read more.

A Syracuse woman was recently arrested after allegedly writing fraudulent checks to get pizza.

State Rep. Dave Wolkins encourages Hoosiers whose jobs were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to take advantage of tuition-free training grants offered through Indiana’s Next Level Jobs program. 

Kimberly L. “Kimi” Jones, 53, of Portage, formerly of Warsaw, passed away at 12:07 p.m. on Sunday, April 12, 2020, at her mother’s home in Portage. Visitation will be from 1-3 p.m. on Sunday, June 7, at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse. Memorial services will follow at 3 p.m. on Sunday …read more.

Kay L. Promkhieo, 74, North Webster, passed away at 11:10 a.m. on Monday, May 25, 2020, at her granddaughter’s home in Kimmell. She was born on March 15, 1946, in Warsaw to Loren T. and Betty L. (Barker) Kruger. She was a lifetime North Webster and Cromwell area resident, attended North Webster High School, and …read more.

Raymond Lewis Hartman, 95, Leesburg, passed away at 9:28 p.m. on Saturday, May 30, 2020, in his residence. Raymond was born Oct. 6, 1924, in New Salem, to Lewis and Gertrude (Ferveda) Hartman. He was the youngest of five children.  He was united in marriage to Marilyn McCann in 1943. They were married for 69 …read more.

Robert P. “Bob” Curry, 88, North Webster, passed away at 5:45 p.m. on Friday, May 29, 2020 at his home. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, SR 13 and CR 500N, North Webster

Phillip Charles “PC” Hunter, 76, Cromwell, left the arms of his loved ones to join the arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ at noon on Friday, May 29, 2020, at his home following a year and a half battle with cancer. He was born on Jan. 27, 1944, in his Ligonier, home to …read more.

Edna (Kuhns) Miller, 82, Nappanee, died at 8pm Friday, May 29, 2020 at Bremen Hospital of natural causes. She was born Jan. 28, 1938 in Kosciusko County to Levi J. and Elizabeth (Hershberger) Kuhns and lived her whole life in the Nappanee area.  On March 20, 1958, she married Edward E. Miller.  He preceded her …read more.

A Warsaw man was arrested recently after an alleged assault.

In his run for state representative of the 22nd District, Bill Dixon has two primary beliefs that drive him: Listen more than you talk and deliver more than you promise.

A Mentone area resident provided a photo of a car that went off the road and apparently flipped twice early Sunday morning.

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.

Parkview Whitley/Warsaw President Scott Gabriel recently released a letter to the public thanking businesses, organizations and individuals for showing frontline workers their support and appreciation during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Staff Report WARSAW – First Friday’s Amateur Photo Contest has had a huge number of entries so far. (See photos below) The county-wide Amateur Photo Contest is currently being held on the First Friday Warsaw Facebook page. Over 140 photos have been submitted as of Friday, May 29. Non-professional photographers ages 18 and older are …read more.

A man was arrested after allegedly pushing an air conditioning unit through a window and entering a residence without permission.

An open house honoring Doug Buller for his 32 years of service at Warsaw Christian School will be held from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, June 14.

Marsha Diana Roth, 72, of Wabash, died at 12:42 am, Thursday, May 28, 2020, at her home in Wabash. She was born Aug.11, 1947 in Logan, W.Va., to Marcus L. and JenLee (Hatfield) Butcher. Marsha attended school in Williamsport, Ky. She married Butch Paul Edward Roth in Marion on Feb. 19, 2001. She was a …read more.

Joanne C. Sambrooks (Elam), 79, of Winamac,  died at 1:35 p.m. Saturday, May 30, 2020, at Hickory Creek at Winamac. Arrangements are pending at the Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Nancy L. (Snider) Graham, 80, of New Paris, died Wednesday, May 27, 2020, at home, leaving a legacy for others to emulate. She was born Oct. 29, 1939, in Milford to Marshall “Shorty” and Marie (Whitehead) Miller. On May 25, 1957, she married Larry L. Snider.  He died on Jan. 15, 1986. On November 28, …read more.

Edna (Kuhns) Miller, 82, of Nappanee, died at 8 p.m. Friday, May 29, 2020, at Bremen Hospital of natural causes. She was born Jan. 28, 1938, in Kosciusko County to Levi J. and Elizabeth (Hershberger) Kuhns and lived her entire life in the Nappanee area. On March 20, 1958, she married Edward E. Miller. He …read more.

Upward of 90 people – a mostly young and diverse crowd – came together in Central Park Saturday afternoon for an overwhelmingly peaceful protest supporting the Black Lives Matter movement.

News Release SYRACUSE — The Wawasee Property Owners Association announces that its annual fireworks display celebrating the USA’s Independence will launch on Saturday, July 4, from the center of beautiful Lake Wawasee. The on-water event uses 10 25-foot-long barges spread across the lake to launch the fireworks on Lake Wawasee. Few Independence Day shows can boast …read more.

Warsaw Community Public Library has a wide selection of new films ranging from scary to inspiring. Here are three of our newest. 

News Release NORTH WEBSTER – The staff and board members of North Webster Community Public Library have been busy packing items and preparing to move into its new facility located at 110 E. North Street, immediately south of the North Webster Community Center. An exact opening date for the new 20,000 square foot facility has …read more.

Robert P. “Bob” Curry, 88, of North Webster, passed away at 5:45 p.m. on Friday, May 29, 2020 at his home. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, St. Rd 13 & CR 500N, North Webster.

Jerry K. Bickel, 83, of Akron, died surrounded by family at 4:54 a.m., Friday, May 29, 2020, at his residence. Jerry was born on May 8, 1937, in Miami County to the late Palmer O. and Maxine Ruth (Needham) Bickel. He was married on Nov. 24, 1956, in Akron, to Bonnie Wentzel. She survives. He …read more.

By Lasca Randels InkFreeNews WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested after going to an area hospital following an alleged domestic dispute. Randal Lee Kephart, 30, 523 W. Pike St., Warsaw, is charged with criminal confinement, a level 5 felony; strangulation, a level 6 felony; and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor.  On May 27, …read more.

SYRACUSE — The 28th Annual Beaman Home Golf Scramble will be held on Monday, August 3, 2020, at South Shore Golf Club in Syracuse. Team registrations are now being accepted. The entry fees are $400 per 4-person team. The tournament format is an 18-hole scramble, and the entry fee includes green fees, cart rental, lunch, prizes and …read more.

When Kent Sawyer was looking for a 1965 Dodge Polara, and couldn’t find one, he started looking for a 1964 model instead. He found one and gave it a nickname. His 1964 Dodge Polara, nicknamed “Junkyard Ram,” was fully restored and was completely detailed.

Kosciusko County The following person was booked in the Kosciusko County Corrections Facility:   Elkhart County The following person was booked in the Elkhart County Corrections Facility: 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 …read more.

I’m not sure how Democrats would have handled a similar situation, but from what I saw Thursday night at the GOP dinner in North Webster, conservatives are not big fans of wearing masks. The dinner attracted 130 guests and continued for more than three hours but only about half a dozen or so people were …read more.