Tippecanoe Valley High School Principal Brandon Kresca recently released more details on the senior parade happening this Friday, May 22.

By Phoebe Muthart InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Trails Committee conducted a virtual Zoom meeting Monday night, May 18. An update on the new Conklin Bay project was given. Selge Construction completed the project last Wednesday, May 13. A final walk-through was last Friday, May 15, and went well with minor issues to address. Erlene Yentes, …read more.

Purdue Extension has given the green light to allow counties the option to host in-person events for July, including participation at county fairs.

The Lakeland Regional Sewer District will hold its regular meeting at 6 p.m.  Wednesday, May 20. The meeting will be held at the district office located at 5002 E 100N. Warsaw. Pursuant to Indiana Executive Order 20-09 Section 4, the “Executive Order,” this hearing will also be available utilizing electronic participation.

Sara (Frances) Stoops Robbins, 73, passed away on May 17, 2020, at Venice Regional Bayfront Health in Venice, Fla. She was born on Oct. 18, 1946, at Clinton County Hospital, Frankfort, to Forest and Rachel Stoops. She attended Westfield Elementary, Carmel High School and earned her B.S. and M.A. from Ball State University. She taught …read more.

Local small businesses and nonprofits can now utilize the state’s new online marketplace to request personal protective equipment, according to State Rep. Dave Wolkins.

Warsaw Community Schools recently announced the Class of 2020 Work Ethic Certificate recipients. 

Eisenhower Elementary School’s Dual Language Immersion students achieved high composite scores in Spanish proficiency in a December assessment.

Dear Editor, It is our privilege to be able to write this letter in support of Karin McGrath for Judge of Kosciusko Superior Court III. We have known the McGrath family from the time they moved to Warsaw over 20 years ago. From the time they arrived in town, Keith, Karin, and their family have …read more.

SILVER LAKE — A veterans’ ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday. May 23, at Lakeview Cemetery in Silver Lake. This event is sponsored by the Silver Lake Lions Club. Those who attend are asked to please practice social distancing.

Barbara Knox, age 64, of Warsaw, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at 5:20 a.m. in her residence. Arrangements are pending McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To Sign the Guestbook or Send a Condolence go to www.mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

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

The Kosciusko County Council has changed the location of its June 11 meeting.

INDIANAPOLIS  – ISDH announced the first case of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in a child. It has some features similar to those of Kawasaki disease and toxic shock syndrome.

Dear Editor, I am writing this letter to show my support of Chad Miner for Kosciusko County Superior Court III. I have known Chad for a number of years. My professional experience with him is as Secretary of my board of directors at the Senior Center in Warsaw.  Throughout my time as Executive Director, I …read more.

Dear Editor, So many voters have complained to me that when we send a good person to Indianapolis or Washington, “they change on us.”

SOUTH WHITLEY – Whitko Community Schools approved the hire of Julius Mays as the new Athletic Director Monday evening.

Whitko School Board Voted on new hires and changes in position.

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May 31, 2020, is the deadline to request a MAL Commodity Loan for 2019 corn and soybeans.

AKRON – Sidney Wagner found herself doing more work than expected as the new go-to for the Tippecanoe Valley girls basketball program.

City officials did not have to look far for the occupant of its newest shell building in the expanding Technology Park along US 30.

Warsaw Community Schools’ summer school program will look slightly different this year in order to be in accordance with state guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Grace College President Dr. Bill Katip released a letter to students and parents on Monday, May 18, that announced the college’s intention to reopen its campus to students in the fall.

By Maggie Kenworthy InkFreeNews MENTONE — The Tippecanoe Valley School Board took a moment to recognize this year’s valedictorian and salutatorian at the meeting held tonight, May 18. While neither were present at the meeting, TVSC Superintendent Blaine Conley announced that Kirstyn Yoder was named TVHS valedictorian and Quintin Allen was named salutatorian for the …read more.

Wawasee Community Schools recently announced the schedule for meals for children 18 and younger.

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

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — As of noon Monday, May 18, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported three new cases of COVID-19, bringing the county’s total number of positive cases to 59. Statewide, the latest posting on the Indiana State Department of Health website shows the number of COVID-19 deaths in Indiana rose to …read more.

A Warsaw man received a 20-year prison sentence Monday, May 18.

With a weekend of heavy rain, many area roads are experiencing high water and some closures.

Beverly Joan Campbell, 67, Ligonier, passed away Saturday, May 16, 2020, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Beverly was born on July 20, 1952, in Wabash County to Donald and Rowena (Clark) Greer. On Aug. 4, 2018, she married her best friend, Daniel “Dan” Campbell. Beverly loved to travel, fish, and spend time …read more.

Adam L. Geyer, no age listed, Lakeville, died in a motorcycle accident Friday evening, May 15. The accident, reported at 8:01 p.m., was in the area of First Road and Pine Road, Plymouth.

Claypool Officers with the Claypool Police Department investigated the following incident: 2:17 p.m. Friday, May 15, 400 block West Wilson Ave., Silver Lake. Lloyd W. Perkins reported burglary. Value: $40.   Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 10:44 p.m. Sunday, May 17, 5500 block South SR 13 and …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 6:15 a.m. Monday, May 18, West Broadway Street, east of North Pearl Street, Etna Green. Driver: Jacob M. Ashby, 32, Ohio Street, Rochester. Ashby was traveling east on Broadway Street when his vehicle began to hydroplane. His vehicle then struck a parked, …read more.

MENTONE — The Food Bank Of Northern Indiana, in cooperation with The Salvation Army of Kosciusko County, will distribute food boxes to families in need from 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, May 20, at Mentone Elementary School, 301 E. Jackson St., Mentone,  in the north parking lot.  The distribution will be a drive-through event …read more.

Matthew Holbrook has been hired as the new Assistant Manager for Clearwater Car Wash.

AKRON – Tippecanoe Valley is announcing the creation of an Esports club for the 2020-21 school year.

Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts is inviting the public to make a difference through the third annual Day of Giving campaign.

LIGONIER – The Milford Food Bank One-Mile Run was conducted Saturday at Kenney Park.

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

WARSAW – A chance of heavy rain will continue through early Tuesday and there is only one day that won’t include a chance of rain this week, according to the National Weather Service. Strong chances of rains continue into Tuesday, May 19, and will diminish Tuesday night. A flood watch continues until 8 p.m. Monday. …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incident; 8:09 p.m. Sunday, May 17, 2500 Block Walton Boulevard, Warsaw. Edith Alvares-Hernandez reported the theft of a purse and its belongings. Value: $400. Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incident; 9:33 a.m. Saturday, May 16, 700 Block South Thwaits Court, …read more.

The Board of Trustees and staff of North Webster Community Public Library recently recognized Library Director Helen Leinbach Frank for 30 years of service.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents; 12:50 p.m. Sunday, May 17. On US 30 at the intersection of Springhill Road. Drivers: David L. Van Pelt, 50, East US 30, Pierceton; and Michael R. Beezley, 45, East Prarie St., Leesburg. Van Pelt was driving east on US 30 when he thought …read more.

Harry Brummett, 75, passed away peacefully on Friday May 15, 2020, at home. He was born Aug. 13, 1944 in New Castle, to Jonas and Nora (Rowe) Brummett. He graduated from New Castle High School. Harry proudly served our country in the U.S. Army as an infantryman. He had the honor of escorting his fallen …read more.

Robert L. “Bob” Messner, 87, Goshen, died at 5 a.m., Friday, May 15, 2020, at his residence.  He was born Jan. 27, 1933, in Nappanee to Earl and Betty (Tucker) Messner.    Mr. Messner lived his lifetime in this area. His first marriage was to Virginia Heckaman, she preceded him in death. His second marriage …read more.

News Release WINONA LAKE – Heritage Lake Park Neighborhood, located on South CR 250E in Winona Lake, came up with a creative way to help support Fellowship Missions during these difficult times. Families who live in the neighborhood participated in a “Blessings of Home” photoshoot by Lauren Klusman, a local wedding photographer who lives in …read more.

NAPPANEE – IFN begins its countdown of the Top 10 athletes with our boys basketball Player of the Year, Trent Edwards.

WARSAW – Kosciusko County’s Republican Party has formally announced plans to fill the vacancy for Sidney Town Clerk-Treasurer, due to resignation of Lydia Neal. Mike Ragan, chairman of the Kosciusko County Republican Central Committee, said a selection will be announced at 6:30 p.m., May 26, at the Sidney Fire Station Meeting Room. Declarations of candidacy …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 based …read more.

North Webster Community Public Library is expanding its curbside service hours.

Dear Editor, My name is JD Ayres and I ask that you vote for Karin McGrath for Judge of Kosciusko Superior Court 3.

Dear Editor, I write to thank Dave Wolkins for his 32 years of public service to his district and the state of Indiana. I have always admired Representative Wolkins for his willingness to listen and stand up for people he represents, regardless of party affiliation. He has fought for lower taxes, less government regulation, and …read more.

Michael Brown, 44 of Warsaw, having recently moved to Auburn, passed away in his home on Friday, May 15, 2020. Arrangements for are pending with Titus Funeral Home, 2000 East Sheridan Street, Warsaw. Condolences may be left for the family at www.TitusFuneralHome.com

Heavy rains and potentially damaging storms are possible for all of northern Indiana, southern Michigan and northwest Ohio Sunday, the National Weather Service predicts.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 5:48 p.m. Thursday, May 14. 3768 S. CR 275E, near East CR375S, Warsaw. Drivers: Pedro Ruiz, 27, Buchanan Street, Bronson, Mich.; and Clayton R. Wells, 20, East CR950S, La Fontaine. Ruiz was traveling south on South CR275 E, approaching the intersection of …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents; 11:33 a.m. Friday, May 15, 1100 block of West Winona Avenue, Warsaw. Police investigated an accident where a utility pole was damaged and the driver left the scene. Value: $40,000. 8:30 p.m. Thursday, May 14, 2300 block of East Winona Avenue, Warsaw. Police investigated …read more.

Syracuse Strong continues with two free meal distributions today, Saturday, May 16.

Kosciusko County doesn’t get much more conservative than what was seen on Thursday night. While the city of Warsaw and state of Indiana have pitched in more than $300,000 for an emergency relief fund for small businesses – a program created by Kosciusko County Economic Development Corporation – the county itself doesn’t seem that interested …read more.

Coronavirus was an issue heard repeatedly during parts of the wide-ranging candidate forum in Warsaw Friday night.

MISHAWAKA – Former Penn High School star and silver medalist wrestler Sarah Hildebrandt will serve on a committee to restart international wrestling.

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.

Wildman distributed PPE at the JB Furniture parking lot Friday for frontline workers and first responders.

Warsaw Street Superintendent Jeff Beeler and City Councilman Jeff Grose plan to meet next week with homeowners who will be affected by the first phase of the reconstruction of Hodges Addition.

Residents of Silver Lake are feeling a void after the man many thought of as the town’s unofficial mayor, Phil Shalley, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, May 13, at the age of 73.

500 for $500 is a new campaign that Habitat for Humanity hopes can be put to good use during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Susan Darlene Rohrer, a longtime Claypool, resident passed away at 12:30 a.m. on Friday, May 15, 2020, in Warsaw, at the age of 76. Darlene was born on July 30, 1943, in Blackford County, to Eileen May (Ford) Banter and Leo Harley Banter. Her mother passed away in 1963, and her step-mother, Helen Banter became …read more.

Delia Elizabeth Nix, a resident of Warsaw Meadows Care Center, passed away at 1:55 a.m. on Thursday, May 14, 2020, at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw, at the age of 97. She was born on Feb. 18, 1923, in Broadhead, Ky. to Katherine (Seals) Gumm and Bleve Gumm. She was married to Calvie T. Tunsil …read more.

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

James R. Hazen, 90, South Whitley, passed away at 2:15 p.m. on Thursday, May 14, 2020, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Columbia City. Born on Jan. 25, 1930 in Whitley County, he was the son of Hiram and Christabelle (Riley) Hazen. Jim attended school in Coesse and graduated from Columbia City High School with the Class …read more.

Vickie Lloyd, age 62, of Columbia City, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2020, at Lutheran Hospital. Born April 17, 1958, in Muncie, she was the daughter of Larry Sr. and Dorothy (Dodd) Reynolds. Vickie is survived by her loving husband, Jerry Lloyd, parents, Larry and Dorothy Reynolds, daughter, Amanda (Steve) Rutterbush, step-son, Jeremy Carteaux, step-daughter, …read more.

Wanda Joan Miller, 77, New Paris, formerly of Wakarusa, died at 7:10 p.m. Thursday, May 14, 2020 at her home surrounded by family. She was born Jan. 17, 1943 in Elkhart County to Levon B. Weaver and Thelma O. (Hartman) Weaver Lechlitner. On Nov. 30, 1960, she married LaVerne Miller. Surviving are her husband, LaVerne, …read more.

Sandra K. (Sandy) Ellinger, passed away on May 13, 2020 at 3:21p.m. at the St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Mishawaka. Sandy was born the daughter of Clarence and Eleanor (Dillingham) Metheny on Aug. 14, 1943, in Bourbon. She was a lifelong resident of Bourbon. She was a 1961 graduate of Bourbon High School. On …read more.

Donnette Chambers Hall Smock, 69, died May 12, 2020, after a battle with cancer. She was born in Warsaw to Robert “Slewfoot” Chambers and Madonna Morrissette Chambers, Oct. 27 1950. She lived the majority of her life as a “lake girl” in Kosciusko County. She is survived by her husband of 22 years, Ron Smock; …read more.

Local garden centers are seeing an influx in community members planting and gardening earlier than normal this year. Ed Clayton from Clayton Garden Center, North Webster, stated he’s been seeing lots of new people which means plenty of new gardens this year.

Kevin D. Bryant, 44 and a lifetime resident of Warsaw, passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Born on Sept. 5, 1975, he was the son of the late Gary D. Bryant and Linda (Salmon) Bryant. He attended Warsaw Community High School and held several positions locally. Most recently he was employed …read more.

The Kosciusko County Health Department on Friday released the number of COVID-19 cases by zip codes.

Campgrounds, State Park Inns, restaurants, family cabins, and camper cabins are closed, and tentatively scheduled to open Sunday, May 24.

Three Warsaw Community High School students created customized pieces of art for Warsaw Schools’ elementary buildings through their Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy project.

Dorothy Waldron, 96, of Goshen, formerly of Topeka, passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2020, at Courtyard Healthcare in Goshen.  She was born on Dec. 9, 1923, to George and Elisabeth (Leiter) Hoffert in Coesse. On April 21, 1946, she married Harold Waldron in Topeka. He preceded her in death in April of 1988. Mrs. …read more.

Adriel Thane Clark, 64, Syracuse, passed away at 12:25 p.m. on Thursday, May 14, 2020, at his home. He was born on March 2, 1956, in Winchester, to Carl and Eva (Ross) Clark. He attended high school in Kentucky and El Paso, Texas and was married on July 27, 1974 to Jamie L. McKnight who …read more.

Betty Jane Mahoney, 90, died on May 14, 2020 at 11:15 a.m. at Hickory Creek at Rochester nursing home where she resided. She was born on Aug. 1, 1929, in Akron, to Guy and Faudaline (Geiger) Hill. Betty graduated from Akron High School in 1947.  Betty married Lawrence R. “Mike” Mahoney on Sept. 6, 1949 …read more.

News Release WARSAW – After 23 years of service with the Warsaw Police Department, Sergeant Gregory M. Oberlin is retiring effective May 30. Oberlin is a 1985 graduate of Ball State University, where he obtained a bachelor’s degree in psychology. He began his career with WPD on Jan. 4, 1997, and graduated from the Indiana …read more.

Several of Kosciusko County’s department heads attended Thursday evening’s county council meeting to provide updates on how their duties have been affected by COVID-19, as well as what new methods have been implemented to keep employees and citizens safe.

The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce and The Kosciusko County Bar Association are hosting a candidate forum that will feature the four-way race for Superior 3 and several other competitive primary races at 6 p.m. Friday, May 15.

Robert Dean Kreft, 72, of Bremen, passed away at 9:55 pm, Tuesday, May 12, 2020, in Signature Health Care of Bremen. Bob was born on April 12, 1948, the son of the late William and Bessie (Van Dyke) Kreft. On Dec. 15, 1967, he married Judy Smith. Bob is survived by his loving wife of …read more.

Toqualee “Toky” Joann Armington, 92, Goshen, formerly of New Paris, died 4:40 a.m. Wednesday, May 13, 2020, at Cottage Garden. She was born June 1, 1927 in New Paris, to Elmer F. Harsh and Rachel Mary Rock. She was adopted by Charles and Opal Martindale, South Bend, at the age of 9 years old. On …read more.

Betty Jane Mahoney, 90 Rochester, died on May 14, 2020 at 11:15 a.m. at Hickory Creek at Rochester where she resided. Arrangements are pending at this time.

Passage of the first three massive bailout bills by Congress – totaling about $2.4 trillion – gained swift and bipartisan support as lawmakers worked to offset widespread pain caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

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

Local attorney, Travis J. McConnell, will establish an exploratory committee for his candidacy, as a Democrat, in the upcoming election for the office of County Commissioner for the Middle District of Kosciusko County. 

Kosciusko County Council tabled discussion on whether to contribute to an emergency loan program set up by the county’s economic development office for small businesses hurt by the pandemic.

Bethany Madding has joined Crossroads Bank as a Branch Manager in Warsaw. She received an Associate’s of Science degree in both Criminal Justice and Business Administration from Ivy Tech Community College in Warsaw.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 8:30 p.m. Thursday, May 14, 2300 block East Winona Ave., Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of criminal trespass. 9:53 p.m. Wednesday, May 13, 800 block East Clark St., Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of domestic battery. 1:04 p.m. Wednesday, May 13, 100 block East …read more.

A Leesburg woman was recently arrested after breaking into a residence while intoxicated.

First Federal Savings Bank (FFSB) has been named to American Banker Magazine’s Top 200 Community Banks for the 9th consecutive year.

Kathy is passionate about Kosciusko County and wants to use her gifts and talents to make a difference for the county.  When asked what areas are of particular interest to her, Kathy states that she is interested in the criminal justice system, including the jail and community corrections.

NAPPANEE – There wasn’t much doubt in the choice for our IFN Team of the Year. Take a bow state champion NorthWood girls basketball.

A state legislative leader said Thursday he believes significant spending cuts might be needed to address Indiana’s financial stress caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

It appears the debate over what to do about the old Silver Lake school building is over — and the building is coming down.