News Release WARSAW — Warsaw Community Development Corporation, in partnership with the City of Warsaw and organizers with First Friday, will be hosting a Downtown Warsaw Gift Card Fundraiser. This event will run through Sunday, May 10.  The public is asked to support downtown businesses by purchasing gift cards through WCDC’s website, warsawcdc.org. All of the …read more.

Press Release LIGONIER — Indiana State Police responded Sunday afternoon to the West Noble Middle School parking lot to investigate a reported vehicle crash involving a pedestrian. At the time of the incident the West Noble School Corporation was conducting a weekly food drive on school grounds. At approximately 2:15 p.m. officers arriving found paramedics …read more.

SILVER LAKE — Silver Lake Town Council will hold its regular public meeting at 7 p.m. on May 13. The location has changed and is now at 702 E. Main St. Silver Lake. Social distancing will be used and the maximum of 25 in attendance will be kept, per Governor’s orders, according to the town.

Staff Report SILVER LAKE — The sixth annual Silver Lake Fire Dinner and Auction, hosted by the Silver Lake Volunteer Fire Department, will be held from 4-5:30 p.m. Saturday, May 9. The dinner will take place at the new fire station at 702 E. Main St., Silver Lake. The dinner is a freewill donation tenderloin …read more.

Kevin Hartman, 56, Warsaw, passed away at 10:37 a.m. Saturday, May 2, 2020, after losing his battle with cancer. He was born on June 29, 1963, to Thomas and Patricia Hartman in Kosciusko County. He was a lifetime resident of Warsaw, where he graduated in 1982 from Warsaw Community High School. During his career he worked for …read more.

Mary E. “Dolly” Hubbard, 84, Wabash, passed away at 2:15 p.m. Saturday, May 2, 2020, at Vernon Health and Rehab in Wabash. She was born on Feb. 28, 1936, in Everetts, Ky., to the late Walt and Louise (Hill) Cox. She married Thomas J. Hubbard on March 17, 1953; he passed away July 21, 2008. …read more.

Jerry Allen Sparks, 71, Wabash, died at 2:14 p.m. Saturday, May 2, 2020, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. He was born Nov. 7, 1948, in Morehead, Ky., to Levi Sr. and Mary (Conley) Sparks. He married Eileen L. Zook in Wabash on June 10, 1967. He worked at Vice Brothers Foundry for …read more.

Gene R. Watkins, 90, Plymouth, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family after suffering a stroke earlier this year. He was born Jan. 29, 1930, in South Bend to the late Russell and Arlena (Swank) Watkins. On Aug. 11, 1951, in Lakeville, he married the former Elaine Fritz, who preceded him …read more.

Bonnie Lou Yeazel, 88, passed away in her home on Friday afternoon May 1, 2020. Born in Three Rivers, Mich., on July 2, 1931, she was the daughter of Donald Ray and Icia Frances (Fishbaugh) Gardner. She graduated from Plymouth High School with the class of 1949. She and James Eugene “Jim” Yeazel first met …read more.

Kyle Lee Smith, 30, Kokomo, passed away at 5:50 p.m. May 1, 2020, unexpectedly at his residence. On March 5, 1990, in South Bend, he was born to Matthew R. Smith Sr. and Christy l. (Stanley) Fisher. He had lived in Kokomo the past 10 years. He worked as a kitchen supervisor at the Indiana Correction Facility in Peru. …read more.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — A local apartment complex’s staff are working diligently to keep residents informed and safe during the pandemic while also receiving donations of essential items and services from many in the community. Retired Tigers Senior Apartments, 320 W. Main St., Warsaw, primarily houses those who are 62 and older and/or …read more.

ROSEMONT, Ill. – The Big 10 Conference issued is plans for mental health initiatives as well as an update on its sports activities directives.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WABASH — The Wabash County Health Department reported the county’s second death related to the COVID-19 virus on Sunday, May 3. Wabash County has 63 positive cases. The Kosciusko County Health Department recently reported two new COVID-19 cases over the weekend. One new case was received on Saturday, May 2; the …read more.

Esther P. Edwards, 98, Warsaw, passed away at 6 p.m., Saturday, May 2, 2020, in Lake City Place, Warsaw. Arrangements are currently pending with 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 into Kosciusko County Jail:  

News Release WARSAW — Free online (or telephone line) support group meetings are now being offered four times a month by professional facilitators with Alzheimer’s & Dementia Services of Northern Indiana. If you need a listening ear from a community of people who care for someone who has Alzheimer’s or dementia, please join a group …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 7:56 p.m. Friday, May 1, 800 block Walkers Ridge, Warsaw. Debra Q. Kloc reported criminal mischief to a vehicle. 3:35 p.m. Sunday, May 3, 3300 block Old Colony Road, Warsaw. Michael James Knoop reported criminal mischief with damage to his vehicle. Value: $500 3:34 …read more.

Henry G. Butler, 92, passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2020, at Catherine Kasper Life Center, Donaldson. Arrangements are currently pending.

Ruth Eileen (Jones) Adams, 97, Argos, passed away May 1, 2020 at 1:12 p.m. in Miller’s Merry Manor, Culver, where she had been in declining health the past five years. On Feb. 18, 1923, in Argos, she was born to Arley Jones and Ila (Irwin) Jones. Ruth lived all of her life in the Argos …read more.

Ronald L. Gagnon, 82, Akron, died on Sunday, May 3, 2020 at 5:20 p.m. at Woodlawn Hospital. Arrangements are pending at this time.

Fay Whetstone, 93, Mentone, passed at 7:58 a.m., Saturday, May 2, 2020, at her residence. Fay was born on May 2, 1927, in Mentone to the late Elmer D. and Esther R. (Horn) Sarber. She married on June 14, 1946, in Mentone, to Carl B. Whetstone, who preceded her in death on Jan. 1, 1994. …read more.

Staff Report WARSAW – Cooler high temps are expected this week compared to the warm and sunny conditions from the weekend in northern Indiana. The  National Weather Service forecast for Monday, May 4, calls for sunny conditions and a high near 60 and an overnight low of about 43. There is a 50 percent chance …read more.

ARGOS — Fritz H. Risner, 54, Rochester, died as a result of a two-vehicle crash at SR 10 and US 31 in Argos Friday, May 1. The crash was at 6:53 p.m. Tracy K. Risner, 48, Rochester, a passenger in the vehicle, was airlifted to an area hospital with multiple injuries. The Risners were trapped …read more.

Evalee M. “Eve” Payne, 86, North Webster, passed away at 10:48 p.m. on Friday, May 1, 2020, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne. She was born on Oct. 19, 1933, in Anderson, to Addison L. “A.L.” and Eva (Forrer) McKee. She graduated in 1951 from Anderson High School and attended Indiana University in …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The May board meeting for the Kosciusko County Soil and Water Conservation District has been cancelled according to Darci Zolman, program administrator. The meeting was originally scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 7.

Jimmie Glen “Jim” Kuhn, 82, Syracuse, passed away at 8:20 a.m. on Friday, May 1, 2020, at Goshen Hospital. He was born on March 2, 1938, in Warsaw, to Glen & Blanche (Kline) Kuhn. He graduated in 1956 from North Webster High School and was a United States Army veteran. He lived most of his …read more.

News Release GOSHEN — The Center for Healing and Hope is now offering rapid tests for COVID-19 for people without insurance who live in Elkhart County. This testing has been arranged in collaboration with the Elkhart County Health Department and with a generous grant from the Community Foundation of Elkhart County and the United Way …read more.

News Release FORT WAYNE — Parkview Health is gradually resuming some of its suspended services, including elective and non-urgent surgeries and procedures. Based on recommendations from various professional societies, accrediting bodies and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the reopening plan will follow a tiered approach. The health system will resume suspended services while …read more.

Many employees at Cardinal Services are considered essential. That means the organization is one of the few in the local area still hiring. If you’re looking for a new job, complete with benefits, you can apply to become a Direct Support Professional (DSP) right now.

BOURBON – Triton volleyball opens the IFN Top 10 teams with our selection as No. 10.

  By Dan Spalding InkFreeNews PIERCETON – Free pizza on a Sunday afternoon? Why not? Pierceton Presbyterian Church on 1st Street had 210 pizzas to give away Sunday afternoon. The distribution was supposed to begin at 4 p.m., but neighbors as close as the house next door started showing up a few minutes before. The …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.

Press Release WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools recently announced that all WCS elementary schools and both middle schools have been recognized as Project Lead The Way Distinguished Schools for providing broad access to transformative learning opportunities for students through PLTW. PLTW is a nonprofit organization that serves millions of preK-12 students and teachers in schools …read more.

WARSAW – IFN Sports is set to begin its countdown of the All-IFN Top 10 teams and athletes for the 2019-20 athletic season.

SYRACUSE – Wawasee seniors Raven Brown and Brayanna Kelly have committed to join the Trine University acrobatic and tumbling program.

By Deb Patterson InkFreeNews NORTH WEBSTER — The largest dinner distribution since March 29 was achieved Saturday evening at The Owls Nest, CR 800N, North Webster. Through the generous donations of numerous families and businesses, 1,100 meals were handed out. As seen with other food distributions, cars began arriving early. The first car, a load …read more.

Press Release SYRACUSE — The Syracuse Public Library is checking out items from the library’s collection to local residents for pick-up from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Patrons can go into the Evergreen catalog to look for items in the Syracuse Library collections. Items are limited to 10 per check-out (only five …read more.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Farmers’ and Artisans Market opened for the 2020 season in downtown Warsaw on Saturday, May 2, albeit with a few minor changes in operation. Dozens gathered between the hours of 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. to enjoy the windy but warm weather and buy essential items …read more.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — The latest posting on the Indiana State Department of Health website shows the number of COVID-19 deaths in Indiana rose to 1,115, up from 1,062 reported on Friday, May 1. The total positive number of cases statewide is at 19,295. More than 104,000 Hoosiers have been tested for COVID-19. …read more.

By Keith Knepp InkFreeNews MILFORD — It started off slowly at a free breakfast giveaway in Milford on Saturday. While a few people stopped by Main Street Bar & Grill earlier than the advertised 8 a.m. starting time, there wasn’t the lineup that has been seen at other free food offerings. Perhaps it was because …read more.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — Stafford’s Solid Waste, Inc. gave back to the community while supporting local businesses by distributing 400 free gift cards to the public on Saturday, May 2. Hundreds showed up for the giveaway, with a long line of vehicles extending out past Stafford’s location on East Pound Drive North. Vehicles started …read more.

News Release WARSAW – During these challenging times, the Kosciusko County Health Department Immunization Clinic is open but will be transitioning to appointments. This will work to ensure safety and limit the time and number of people in the clinic, as well as the K21 building.  Those seeking immunizations are asked to bring only the …read more.

Marion H. Damore, Jr. (Harry) passed away on April 29, 2020, in the Gulf Coast Veterans Center, Biloxi, Miss. He was 92 years of age and was born July 14, 1927. He served his country in the Army Air Corp. He is survived by his children: Michael H. Damore (Sharon), Ft. Myers, Fla.; Margaret Selander …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: 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 …read more.

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following accidents: 9:18 a.m. Thursday, April 30, 700 S. Huntington St., Syracuse. Driver: Chad R. Dailey, 48, North Etna Road, Columbia City. Dailey was backing his vehicle when he struck a parked, unoccupied vehicle. Damage up to $2,500. 10:32 a.m. Wednesday, April 29, 726 S. Huntington …read more.

By Dan Spalding InkFreeNews WARSAW – Reconstruction of two streets in the Hodges addition is planned for this summer, according to Warsaw Street Superintendent Jeff Beeler. The work is expected to begin this summer and will be the first of three similar projects in the area, Beeler said Friday at the city board of works …read more.

So does today feel any different? I imagine many Hoosiers are waking up today feeling like there is now a glimmer of hope with the restoration of some kind of normalcy on the horizon as our city, our country and our world continue to try to climb out of this life-altering pandemic. Gov. Eric Holcomb’s …read more.

WARSAW – Some former athlete heroes are now being seen as a celebrity in their latest professions serving ‘on the frontlines’ in their respective communities.

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.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews PIERCETON — A motorcyclist was injured after a two-vehicle accident in Pierceton. Shortly before 11:45 p.m. Friday, May 1, Pierceton Fire Department and first responders were called to a report of a motorcycle versus semi accident in the eastbound lanes of US 30, near SR 13 in Pierceton. Initial dispatch reports …read more.

By Dan Spalding and Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW – Robin Watters, owner of Rex’s Rendezvous in downtown Warsaw, already had his seats at the bar spaced out for social distancing and was hoping the state would lift restrictions quickly, so he was disappointed with Friday’s decision. Another 11 days, he said. That’s what Gov. Eric …read more.

Staff Report WARSAW – The Kosciusko County Health Department received no new cases as of noon Friday, May 1. This keeps Kosciusko County at a total of 36 positive cases and 1 death. There have at least 19 cases that have recovered.  The KCHD also has provided an infographic detailing results of a recent survey given …read more.

Press Release INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb announced on Friday, May 1, the Back On Track Indiana plan to safely open the economy and remain vigilant about protecting Hoosiers’ health and well-being. “Across Indiana, we have witnessed a spirit of cooperation and caring for others that has touched my heart,” said Gov. Holcomb. “May …read more.

Press Release NORTH WEBSTER — The largest number of meals since the Lakeland Community began hosting free meal giveaways on March 29 will be held Saturday, May 2, at The Owls Nest, 7369 E. 800N, North Webster. Starting at 4 p.m., or shortly before, 750 curb side meals will be distributed. The meal includes chicken …read more.

News Release COLUMBIA CITY – Northeastern REMC, a member-owned electric cooperative powering six counties in Northeast Indiana, launched a way for neighbors to help other neighbors. When COVID-19 started impacting northeast Indiana in March, Northeastern REMC (NREMC) created a way to allow the local community to contribute monetarily to help cover other members’ electric bills. …read more.

By Dan Spalding InkFreeNews INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana will begin lifting some restrictions beginning Monday, May 4, except for Marion, Lake and Cass counties, which have been hardest hit by COVID-19. Gov. Eric Holcomb announced Friday, May 1, that Indiana will take a sector-by-sector approach in five stages that will hopefully conclude by July 4. Beginning …read more.

Evelyn M. (Marks) Wagoner Hawkins, 99, Columbia City, passed away Thursday, April 30, 2020, at Miller’s at Oak Pointe. Born July 30, 1920, in Huntington, she was the daughter of Lewis W. and Luella (Hodson) Marks. She graduated from Roanoke High School with the Class of 1938. She worked at both Coil Engineering and G.E. …read more.

FULTON COUNTY — 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 …read more.

FORT WAYNE – The FCA Night of Hope event has been moved virtually, and will now feature the Trent family as well as Detroit Lions quarterback David Blough.

WARSAW — The latest posting on the Kosciusko County Health Department website shows the number of COVID-19 deaths in Indiana rose to 1,062, up from 1,007 reported on Thursday, April 30.  Total positive number of cases statewide stands at 18,630, up from 17,835 yesterday.  Kosciusko County is reported to have performed 554 COVID-19 tests and …read more.

Jerry A. Eisaman, 79, Warsaw, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2020, in Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. Jerry was born on May 29, 1940, in Columbia City, to Foy and Ruby (Hosler) Eisaman. He was united in marriage to Norma Lynn Perry  on June 21, 1964 in Warsaw, Indiana, who preceded him in death on …read more.

Press Release SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber/SWCC Foundation Inc.’s Placemaking Task Force is honoring Wawasee High School seniors with an interactive mural designed by Emily Austin. Seniors can have their picture taken with this board outside of the Pickwick Theater. Special thanks to The Revolving Closet for the chalkboard, the Pickwick Theater for allowing the task …read more.

Helen S. Drudge, 96, North Manchester, formerly of Silver Lake, passed away at 1:45 p.m., April 29, 2020, at Peabody Healthcare Center. Helen was born to Paul and Wilgerdia (Kissinger) Sittler on July 30, 1923, in Wabash County. Helen graduated from Silver Lake High School in 1941. She grew up and lived most of her …read more.

WARSAW — Here’s the latest schedule of local food bank distributions via Food Bank of Northern Indiana coming up next week: Monday, May 4 – Elkhart County 10 a.m. to noon at Nappanee Elementary School, 755 E. Van Buren St., Nappanee Wednesday, May 6 – Kosciusko County 10 a.m. to noon at Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, …read more.

Gerald “Jerry” Perkins, 71, Winona Lake, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 27, 2020, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born June 8, 1948, in Carrollton, Ky. to Melvin N. and Mary C. (Rosell) Perkins. Jerry joined the United States Army in 1965 serving as a medic before his honorable discharge in 1968. …read more.

Kenneth Lester Otto Smith, 79 of 19th Road, Argos, passed away at 9:20 p.m., April 29, 2020, at his residence following a lengthy illness. On Aug. 16, 1940, in Plymouth, he was born to Lester Smith and Mildred L. (Sutherly) Smith. Kenneth lived all of his life in Marshall County. In 1980 he and Gloria …read more.

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

  Evelyn Leora Kerr Seese, 94, passed away at 11:30PM at Miller’s Merry Manor, Culver, on April 29, 2020. On Feb. 1, 1926, in Chicago, Ill., Evelyn Leora Kerr was born. She was a treasured daughter of the late Robert and Isabel (Stifle) Kerr. (Evelyn was the oldest of six children.) She graduated Leiters Ford …read more.

WARSAW – A weekend warm-up is on the way for northern Indiana, according to the National Weather Service. After a few days of cloudy conditions, Friday, May 1, will be sunny with a high of 65 and an overnight low of 50. Saturday will be mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain and a …read more.

News Release WINONA LAKE – Grace College business student Jessica VandenBoom was awarded $11,000 to kickstart her business dreams at the Eighth-Annual Grace College Business Plan Competition which took place virtually April 21. VandenBoom, a senior blended degree student from Markle, Indiana, will earn a bachelor’s degree in business and an MBA this May. Her …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 11:19 p.m. Thursday, April 30, 100 block Tiger Lane, Warsaw. Austin Michael Sherburne reported being struck by a vehicle in a hit and run. 8:47 p.m. Thursday, April 30, 100 block of North Tamarack Street, Warsaw. Andrea E. Nichols reported being bitten by a …read more.

Kathy Groninger is passionate about Kosciusko County and wants to use her gifts and talents to make a difference for the county

Dear Editor: Tobacco smokers can be more susceptible to COVID-19, are more likely to be hospitalized and intubated, and are twice as likely to die on a ventilator. Tobacco smoke travels through spaces of buildings, in bars and membership clubs, and in outdoor spaces such as parking lots and parks. Low-income families, children, individuals with …read more.

Press Release WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School Principal Troy Akers was recently selected as District 2 Principal of the Year. The Indiana Association of School Principals annually recognizes outstanding school leaders in each of the 12 Indiana districts who have succeeded in providing high-quality learning opportunities of students. These principals are acknowledged by their …read more.

WARSAW – Izzy Dittmar is among the numerous athletes who are working for something bigger in their rehab at home.

WARSAW — Oakwood Resort and The Pier & Back Porch Oakwood partnered with both Sysco and Stanz Foodservice to provide 200 gourmet meals to healthcare workers at KCH. They delivered the meals to Kosciusko Community Hospital Thursday, April 30.        

News Release INDIANAPOLIS  – Kosciusko County has been awarded $245,000 to use for loans to businesses to offer zero-interest, forgivable loans to businesses for the purpose of business retention as a result of the pandemic. The money comes from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs. The use of the funds includes several categories. …read more.

SOUTH BEND – Lakeland Christian Academy will be part of a six-team Hoosier Plains Conference that will oversee 11 varsity sports.

By Phoebe Muthart InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — Louie’s Bar and Grill in Syracuse gave away 700 free meals today, Thursday, April 30. Vehicles started lining up well before the starting time of 4 p.m. for free meals. The owners, Kenny and Kim Johnson, started promptly at 4 p.m. handing out the free dinners with numerous volunteers. …read more.

  News Release WARSAW – Police are seeking the public’s help in identifying a man whose body was found in early April in a field north of Pierceton. Authorities found the human remains on April 2 about 300 yards from SR 13, south of Old Road 30, according to a news release from the Kosciusko …read more.

By Lasca Randels InkFreeNews WARSAW — There has been a lot of focus on the dangers healthcare workers face during the COVID-19 crisis — and rightfully so.  Physicians and nurses treating patients are at high risk for exposure. Healthcare workers have to deal with concerns not only about being infected themselves but also about unknowingly …read more.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — A Warsaw woman received a suspended prison sentence for a child seduction case involving a foreign exchange student. Stephanie Lynn Emrie, 31, 975 Logan St., Warsaw, was charged with child seduction, a level 5 felony. A possession of child pornography charge was dismissed as part of a plea agreement. …read more.

By Ray Balogh InkFreeNews MILFORD — Based upon “extremely good responses,” several Milford churches are planning at least two more Sunday morning drive-in church services in downtown Milford, according to Mike Kelley, pastor of Word of Truth Ministries. Several attendees at the first drive-in service on Sunday, April 26, “asked this to happen again,” said …read more.

SYRACUSE – Are you hungry? Louie’s Bar & Grill, 209 E. Bowser Road, Syracuse, will give away 700 sloppy joe meals beginning at 4 p.m. today. According to a post by the Syracuse Wawasee Chamber of Commerce, sponsors include Clint Davis Construction, Re/Max Partners, Close Home Inspections and Davis Farms. Dinner will include chips.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews ROCHESTER — The Fulton County Health Department recently reported the county’s first COVID-19 death. According to data from the FCHD, as of April 29, Fulton County has 30 positive cases. In total, there have been 157 total tests administered in the county. Currently, the Indiana State Department of Health website reflects …read more.

News Release INDIANAPOLIS — Gov. Eric J. Holcomb today announced the state is partnering with Maximus to centralize contact tracing and investigations for Hoosiers who test positive for COVID-19. This move, in tandem with a previously announced partnership with Optum to significantly expand testing across the state, is an essential component of efforts to safely …read more.

News Release WARSAW — Domino’s of Warsaw recently presented staff at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel with eight free pizzas. “At this time, we wish to create smiles by making life easier in our community,” said Dale Smith, manager at Domino’s Pizza Warsaw. “A donation was given to the staff of McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel as a thank …read more.

Press Release WARSAW – First Friday Warsaw will hold its first “virtual event” from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, May 1. Be sure to tune in to the live stream featured on the “First Friday Warsaw” Facebook page for live center stage performances, a sidewalk chalk art contest, and plenty of entertainment for kids and …read more.

PIERCETON — A reading interventionist and Title I teacher at Pierceton Elementary School, Mary Helen Gensch took her own struggles as a child and uses those lessons to help children now. “I struggled with reading as a kid and my third-grade teacher discovered how to make me feel proud of myself. My reading grew that year,” Gensch explained. “I decided I wanted to help kids feel the same way.”

Press Release *UPDATE*: This Silver Alert has been cancelled as of Friday, May 1. NAPPANEE — A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared for an Elkhart man. The Nappanee Police Department is investigating the disappearance of Corey L. Ellis, a 29-year-old white male who is 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighs 150 pounds. He …read more.

SOUTH BEND — Data from the poison centers in both Indiana and Michigan show an increase in calls about household cleaners.

 WARSAW — Stephanie Weldy has been promoted to residential mortgage sales manager at Interra Credit Union. Ron Cannon, vice president of mortgage lending, announced the promotion in a recent news release. She will manage the mortgage sales team and lead in new product and team development strategies, the news release said. Weldy has a vast …read more.

Jerry A. Eisaman, 79, Warsaw, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2020, in Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. Arrangements are pending McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To Sign the Guestbook or Send a Condolence go to www.mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

Allen W. Avery, 72, Syracuse, passed away at 12:40 a.m. on Thursday, April 30, 2020, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Syracuse. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse

Frances Y. Sensibaugh, 92, Manassas, Va., passed away on April 27, 2020, at 11:25 a.m. at Prince William Hospital, Manassas, Va. She was born on Feb. 2, 1928, in a farmhouse near Claypool. Her mother and father were Trella and Cloice Baum. She graduated high school with the Mentone High School class of 1945. Frances …read more.

Small Claims The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Kline Investments LLC v. Tiffany Bach, $1,089 McArthur Counseling Center v. Chad Buckner, $500.18 Jeremy Cox, $1,062.11 Mary Drummond, $948.37 Bobbi G. Hart, $807.55 Rebecca M. LaRue, $932.88 Carrie K. Long, $1,116.07 Rebecca M. Terry, $481.39 …read more.

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

News Release WABASH – The Sanctuary of Wabash, at 492 N. Wabash St., is slated to officially open for business on Friday, May 1. The Sanctuary of Wabash is a newly renovated Overnight Event Hub that was once the Wabash Street Methodist Church. Built in 1903, the Gothic Style church has been renovated to serve …read more.

  By Lauren Zeugner InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — Anyone driving down Brooklyn Street may notice a foundation is being laid between two existing Polywood buildings. According to Matt Sandy of the Kosciusko County Area Planning office, a foundation permit was issued to Polywood Thursday, April 2. According to Sandy, Polywood is working on a major expansion, …read more.

Carole Jean Taapken, 77, Danville, died Tuesday, April 28, 2020, at OSF Hospital in Danville. She was born April 11, 1943, in Petersburg, Ill., to William Hohimer and Dollie (Vaughn) Woods. Survivors include four children, Randy (Missie) Taapken of Beardstown, Ill.; Lisa Taapken, Syracuse; Tony Taapken of Elkhart; and Michael (Mindy) Taapken of Alberton, Mont.; …read more.