Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 2:42 a.m. Tuesday, March 24, 300 block Morton St., North Webster. Christopher Lee Rogers reported theft of a vehicle valued at $20,000.  Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 6:11 p.m. Monday, March 23, 300 block Parker St., …read more.

With a sad heart, please know that Oscar Lee Collins passed away on March 22, 2020. He was born Nov. 19, 1973. Living to be 46 years of age. Everyone remembers him as “Ozzie”. A name given to him at a very young age. He was the type of guy to always be out there …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 7:06 a.m. Monday, March 23, North CR 225E, north of Mitchells Boulevard, Warsaw. Drivers: Tod C. Bolesky, 57, North Timberline Circle, Warsaw; and Bradley W. Timm, 43, South Main Street, South Whitley. Bolesky was traveling north on North CR 175E when he …read more.

Larry W. Thomas, 72, LaPaz passed away at 8:52 am, Tuesday, March 24, 2020 in Memorial Hospital of South Bend. Larry was born on March 22, 1948 in Bremen to the late James and Evelyn (Swille) Thomas. On June 11, 1966, he married Carolyn “Jean” Lowe. She passed away on Aug. 18, 2018. He is …read more.

Kathy Baker Dotson, 75, Akron, died at 5:25 p.m., Monday, March 23, 2020, at her home. She was born Dec. 24, 1944, in Paintsville, Ky. to Richard and Nettie (Sluss) McKenzie. Kathy first married John D. Baker on Jan. 31, 1965; he died June 26, 1971. She then married Glen Dotson on May 4, 1996. …read more.

John Delbert Pippenger, 68, Bremen, died unexpectedly on Saturday, March 21, 2020, at Memorial Hospital in South Bend, after a long battle with heart disease. He was born to John and Phyllis (Franklin) Pippenger, and a sibling of Michael, James, Joseph, and Barbara. John married Corrine Critchfield on April 17, 1987 in Sevierville, Tennessee, sadly …read more.

Patrick Michael Bernero, 58, Plymouth, died at 5:58 p.m., March 19, 2020, at the 8000 block of US30, following a very sudden illness. On April 20, 1961, in Plymouth, he was born to Michael A. Bernero and Veronica E. (Estok) Bernero. Patrick had lived his whole life in the Plymouth community. Patrick had worked for …read more.

Wayne Grube, 67, of Rochester passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2020 in Fort Myers, Fla.  Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.

Paul Edward Wallen, 81 and a resident of Pierceton, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 24, 2020, at Grace Village Retirement Community. Born on June 2, 1938 in Prestonsburg, Ky. he was the son of Joe and Josephine (Campbell) Wallen. He spent his formative years in Kentucky, moving to the Warsaw area with his family …read more.

Richard L. “Rick” Gant, 73, Edgewater, died peacefully on Saturday, March 21, 2020 at AdventHealth in Daytona Beach. Born Oct. 23, 1946 at Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, Texas to Charles and Norma Toney Gant, he moved to the local area in 1990. Rick was a Crew Chief and Instructor in the United States Air …read more.

DETROIT — Ford Motor Co. plans to build respirators, ventilators and face shields in partnership with its UAW work force, manufacturing company 3M and GE Healthcare to aid medical workers as the coronavirus pandemic threatens to overwhelm their supply.

WARSAW — To promote social distancing, Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department has created an online programming calendar.  Check out the social sites (Facebook, Instagram and Twitter) every Monday through Saturday for fun, creative projects, challenges and read-alongs. “We will be posting an activity/story each morning, a trivia question around lunch and a couple chapters of …read more.

WEST LAFAYETTE — A  new program at Purdue University is aimed at high school students. Fast Start, created by Purdue University in partnership with the philanthropic online learning program Modern States, is designed to help Indiana high school students earn access to up to a year of college credit through free online courses and the …read more.

Whitley County Government Whitley County offices will remain open for the time being, according to a news release issued late Tuesday, March 24. After reviewing Gov. Eric Holcomb’s Executive Order 02-08, the Whitley County Commissioners have determined all county departments are considered essential government functions and will remain operational as of this time, the county …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Community Foundation outlined its commitment to the community amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. During this time of uncertainty as we face the COVID-19 pandemic, we are certain of one thing. Our commitment to serving you and our community remains steadfast, said Stephanie Overbey, CEO of the Kosciusko Community Foundation in a letter …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Justice Building and the adjacent Kosciusko County Courthouse in Warsaw will be closed beginning Wednesday as a result of the Gov. Eric Holcomb’s Stay-At-Home Order. The closure will continue through April 6.   Services will resume at 8 a.m. Tuesday, April 7. The date and time at which the offices …read more.

WARSAW — Two Whitley County men face charges of drug-dealing after two alleged incidents in one day. In the first case, Donald Alan Boseker, 57, 402 W. Pleasant St., Churubusco, is charged with dealing in a narcotic drug, a level 2 felony; and possession of a narcotic drug, a level 4 felony. Boseker is charged …read more.

Anthony R. “Tony” Draper, 69, North Webster, passed away at 6:20 a.m. on Tuesday, March 24, 2020, at his home. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, SR 13 and CR 500N, North Webster.

ELKHART COUNTY — The local RV industry is feeling the impact. Thor Industries, Elkhart’s largest employer, announced it is temporarily suspending operations in North America and much of Europe in response to the coronavirus outbreak. 

Frank Hyden, 75, Warsaw, passed away at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, March 20, 2020 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born on Oct. 28, 1944 in Prestonsburg, Ky. to Richard & Myrtle I. (Perry) Hyden. He grew up in Prestonsburg and moved to the Warsaw area in the early 1960’s. He was …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS —  Attorney General Curtis Hill is providing tips for those who are unsure about their travel plans during the pandemic. If one’s flight is impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, it is important to know their rights, said a news release from the office of Attorney General Hill. Airlines have slashed hundreds of flights …read more.

WARSAW — An Elkhart man was arrested after allegedly cashing a stolen check. Thomas Allen Elsasser, 46, 11232 Goshen Ave., Elkhart, is charged with burglary and theft, both level 6 felonies. According to the affidavit of probable cause, on Dec. 6, 2019, an ISP officer met with the owner of Car Masters LLC regarding stolen …read more.

TOKYO – The International Olympic Committee announced the Tokyo Summer Olympics will be postponed for at least a year.

By Darla McCammon Are you housebound with a cranky spouse and three bored kids? Or are you the only one home and going stir-crazy? Want to throttle those people who hoarded all the toilet paper? This week you can relax, get a break, imagine you are about to go on to Jeopardy and show the …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 10:33 a.m. Tuesday, March 24, Buffalo Street, south of East Prairie Street, Warsaw. Driver: Christin A. Cornelius, 61, County Farm Road, Warsaw. Cornelius’ vehicle collided with a deer. Damage up to $2,500.  2:22 a.m. Tuesday, March 24, US 30, South CR 250E, Warsaw. Driver: …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The number of deaths in Indiana from COVID-19 jumped from seven to 12 since Monday, according to the Indiana Department of Health. The number of positive tests in the state is now 365, up from 259 on Monday. The total number tested is now 2,931, up from 1,960 on Monday. Marion County now …read more.

WARSAW – The city of Warsaw reported two lift stations were shut down and a pump was destroyed Monday because of improper items being flushed down toilets. Officials suspect more people are using (and flushing) disinfectant wipes as a way to combat the coronavirus. The damage comes after repeated pleas to the public in recent …read more.

WARSAW – The city of Warsaw has updated its traffic plans for the ongoing utility work along North Boeing Road. North Boeing Road, from East Bell Drive to CR East 250N, will reopen by end-of-day Tuesday, March 24. County Road 200 North, between Biomet Drive and North Boeing Road, will close beginning Wednesday, March 25.  …read more.

LEESBURG — Advanced Disposal has begun implementing some changes to the residential trash services provided to Leesburg and other surrounding areas due to the public health emergency caused by the coronavirus outbreak. All trash should be bagged and placed in an Advanced Disposal cart as we will no longer be servicing any items outside of …read more.

ROCHESTER — Three Indianapolis men were recently arrested after robbing an auto parts store in Rochester. Davonta Geno Bartlett, 19; Arieon Anderson, 17; and Dejaun Bartlett, 16, all of Indianapolis, are each charged with armed robbery, a level 3 felony; and theft, a level 6 felony. At approximately 8:45 p.m. Friday, March 13, Rochester Police …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS  — Indiana’s call center, intended to field industry questions about the impact from Gov. Eric Holcomb’s directive to stay-at-home, is back online after a temporary problem. A spokesperson for the governor said it was back online late this morning and that it was already experiencing high call volumes. Holcomb instituted a statewide stay-at-home order …read more.

ELKHART COUNTY — Elkhart County is asking for volunteers to make face masks and gowns and for people to help operate its COVID-19 information phone bank.

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

WARSAW — Despite cancellation of park-sponsored activities and rental facilities due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Warsaw Parks Department staff is keeping busy. Warsaw Parks & Recreation Superintendent Larry Plummer said all employees will remain in their original positions and there is no concern about layoffs at this time. “We still have 80 acres to …read more.

SYRACUSE — As it did last week, the Wawasee School Board held a special emergency meeting Tuesday morning, March 24, in Syracuse in light of the coronavirus outbreak. Only one board member — board president Rebecca Linnemeier — was present while the other board members with the exception of Mary Lou Dixon participated by phone …read more.

MILFORD — On Monday, March 23, Milford Town Council entered into what President Doug Ruch called “uncharted waters” with an emergency session held by conference call to vote on measures responding to state Gov. Eric Holcomb’s stay-at-home order issued earlier the same day. The council voted to stop utility disconnections and suspend penalties from unpaid …read more.

Marie Ann Taylor, 59, of Columbia City, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2020 at Warsaw Meadows. Cremation will take place with a celebration of Marie’s life being held at a later date,  burial will be in Litchfield Cemetery in Kentucky. Arrangements were entrusted to Heritage Funeral and Cremation Services, Warsaw.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man faces charges after climbing onto a roof and entering a residence where he had previously been involved with trespassing. Brandon Issac Cory, 22, 602 S. Union St., Warsaw, is charged with residential entry, a level 6 felony; and criminal trespass, a class A misdemeanor.  According to the affidavit of probable …read more.

WARSAW – Continued delays and shutdowns hasn’t affected the outlooks of a pair of little leagues, which are holding out hope of a 2020 season.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 5:23 a.m. Monday, March 23, SR 13, Warsaw. Driver: Monty J. Sechrist, 45, Brown Road, Leesburg. Sechrist’s vehicle struck a deer. Damage up to $2,500.  3:53 a.m. Monday, March 23, Armstrong Road, west of North CR 200E, Leesburg. Driver: Cyrus E. Arrowood, …read more.

Betty J. Smith, 89, of Churubusco, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2020, at The Oaks Home in Columbia City. Born on Jan. 10, 1931, in Eel River Township to the late Paul and De Elda (Gaff) Knafel. She graduated from Huntertown High School. Betty was happily married since Sept. 1, 1977, to William J. …read more.

Rita M. Fedewa, Wabash, passed away in peace on Saturday, March 21, 2020, at the age of 92.  She was born in Kentland, on June 21, 1927, to the late John C. and Anastasia (Bower) Prue.  Rita married Thomas H. Fedewa on June 27, 1951. Rita graduated from Kentland High School and attended Saint Francis …read more.

Arthur Ray Spencer Jr., 53, of Rochester passed away at 9:38 p.m., March 21, 2020 at his home. This followed a  2 1/2 year battle with cancer.  Arrangements are pending in the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester

ELKHART — Despite COVID-19, life must go on. Area cornfields were stricken with tar spot hard in 2019. Corn growers commonly said they lost 20% of their yield, with a few fields nearing 50% by some estimates. With all meetings being shut down because of social distancing, Purdue Extension Elkhart County will try something a …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Be where your audience is. Tens of thousands visit Ink Free News every week.  We offer our readers and advertisers unmatched coverage of breaking news, county accidents and incidents, sports and the passing of our friends and neighbors. Ink Free News is the most read and most followed news site in Kosciusko …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Schools Board of Trustees approved an employee pay resolution for the school corporation’s support staff during a meeting on Monday, March 23. The resolution was one of two COVID-19 resolutions that the board approved. “Traditionally, school systems are governed by the State Board of Accounts, and that means that hourly employees …read more.

WARSAW – Mayor Joe Thallemer has declared a public health emergency within Warsaw city limits. The move, following similar moves by President Donald Trump and Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb, will allow the city to respond better to the coronavirus outbreak. The executive order is in effect immediately and shall remain in effect until the health …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Two towns – Winona Lake and Silver Lake – have closed their doors after Gov. Holcomb announced a state-wide stay-at-home mandate. In Winona Lake, officials issued a simple statement, saying town offices will remain closed to the public until further notice due to the Governor’s Statewide Stay-At-Home Order due to Coronavirus. Winona …read more.

Dorothy Lee Cox Wolfrum, Warsaw, and formerly of Galion, Ohio passed away at 9 a.m. on Sunday, March 22, 2020, at Lake City Place of Warsaw at the age of 90. Dorothy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was born Nov. 19,1929, in Carter County, Ky. to Edna Alice (Elam) Cox …read more.

Emanuel “Buck” Young, Jr. of Warsaw, passed away at 2:40 p.m. on Sunday, March 22, 2020 at Grace Village Retirement Community in Winona Lake, at the age of 88. He was born on Sept. 28, 1931, in Warsaw, to Opal Oneta (Dunkleberger) Young and Emanuel Young. On Nov. 26, 1955, he was married to Laura …read more.

MERRILLVILLE — NIPSCO has instituted a pandemic response plan. “We understand that this situation has changed how our customers function and operate in their daily lives,” said NIPSCO President Violet Sistovaris via a prepared statement. “With many of you teleworking and e-learning from home, we know reliable energy is necessary to fulfill these needs.” The …read more.

Judy Wendt of Warsaw, passed away at 6:13 a.m. on Saturday, March 21, 2020 at Kosciusko Community Hospital of Warsaw at the age of 77. She was born on September 22, 1942 in Fort Collins, Colorado to Dorothy M. (Carson) Bushnell and Dale A. Bushnell. On June 11, 1963 she was married to Theodore “Ted” …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 2:04 a.m. Monday, March 23, 5900 block South SR 13 and East CR 600S, Pierceton. Officers investigated a report of a burned vehicle.   Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incident: 12:46 p.m. Thursday, March 19, 700 block …read more.

Tom “Brummy” Brumfield, 75 and lifetime resident of Warsaw, passed away at Goshen Hospital on Sunday, March 22, 2020,  after bravely battling cancer. Tom was born on Dec. 6, 1944, in Warsaw to Robert “Bob” Brumfield and Margaret “Muggsie” (Moon) Brumfield. Tom attended Warsaw schools and graduated from Warsaw High School with the class of …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 1:55 p.m. Saturday, March 21, East Center Street, west of North Park Avenue, Warsaw. Drivers: Malachi A. Greene, 20, Cook Lake Trail, Plymouth; and Samantha L. Burleson, 20, Clinic Court, Warsaw. Greene’s vehicle rear-ended Burleson’s vehicle. Burleson complained of neck pain as a result …read more.

From the Files of the Kosciusko County Historical Society This is a retrospective series that runs a few times a month on InkFreeNews. March 23, 1978 — Total enrollment of the first Indiana Vocational Technical College courses offered in Kosciusko County has been estimated at 250 by Ivy Tech administrators. The first public and special Ivy …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Plymouth’s Alaina Clady was one of 13 chosen to receive a Cato Scholarship from the IHSAA.

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration called on Hoosiers to help keep the state’s network of food pantries open. The department is also putting out a call for volunteers under age 60 because some food pantries are closing due to lack of volunteers  The agency is tracking the number of food pantries …read more.

ATWOOD— No injuries were reported after a two-vehicle accident involving a box truck and semi on US 30. The accident occurred shortly before 12:45 p.m. Monday, March 23, on the eastbound lanes of US 30, near North CR 800W. Assisting at the scene were Atwood Fire Department, Etna Township Fire Department, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office, …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – NorthWood’s Adam Yoder was voted a District 1 Coach of the Year by the IBCA.

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb delivered a statewide address Monday to order that Hoosiers remain in their homes except when they are at work or for permitted activities, such as taking care of others, obtaining necessary supplies, and for health and safety. Below are frequently asked questions and their answers. When does the order …read more.

NAPPANEE — After much thought and consideration, and due to the recent actions taken concerning the spread of COVID-19 and the government’s recommendations regarding social distancing, the new owners of The Barns at Nappanee, Home of Amish Acres are announcing the delay of opening this upcoming Easter weekend until further notice. Marlin Stutzman, managing partner …read more.

Gov. Eric Holcomb addresses the state during an broadcast address on Monday, March 23, regarding a stay-at-home order. INDIANAPOLIS — Gov. Eric Holcomb has issued a statewide stay-at-home order from Wednesday, March 25 to Tuesday, April 7, in a preventative measure against COVID-19. Gov. Holcomb delivered a statewide address on Monday, March 23, ordering that …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko and Whitley County courts are curtailing operations through May 4. This is after the Indiana Supreme Court approved requests for both county courts for emergency relief pursuant to Indiana Administrative Rule 17 to operate under emergency conditions. Kosciusko Circuit Court Judge Michael Reed and Whitley County Superior Court Judge Douglas Fahl …read more.

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

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Commissioners will host a special meeting at Kosciusko County Courthouse at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 25. The meeting will be on the third floor of the courtroom. No reason for the meeting was given.

WINONA LAKE — What exactly should you not flush down the toilet? Warsaw and Winona Lake officials, including Tom Miller, project manager for Inframark Water & Infrastructure Services in Winona Lake, are urging “No Wipes Down the Pipes,” even if a product says it is “flushable.” Officials are worried the increased use of wipes during …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana’s number of deaths jumped over the weekend and now stands at seven as of 10 a.m. Monday, March 23. The number of those testing positive is now 259. According to the Indiana Department of Health, 1,960 people have been tested. Elkhart County reported four cases in recent days. Marion County, which includes …read more.

JONESBORO, ARK — Property manager Clay Young is very invested in his town of Jonesboro, Arkansas — financially, sure, but also emotionally.

WARSAW – The light frosting of snow that fell overnight will melt this morning as temperatures rise to about 43 degrees Monday, March 23. High temperatures for the rest of the work week will be in the 50s, according to the National Weather Service in North Webster. Monday night’s low will be around 30. Tuesday …read more.

Levi Ronald Blake, 15-month-old son of Derek L. and Abigail (West) Blake went to be with Jesus unexpectedly, due to an unknown medical condition, on March 20, 2020, while at his daycare. He was born on Dec. 14, 2018, at Parkview Regional Hospital Fort Wayne. Levi was always happy, loving, gave the best slobbery kisses, …read more.

Dwight Hendrickson, 59, Albion, passed away from injuries sustained in an accident on Thursday afternoon, March 19, 2020, in Noble County. Born July 25, 1960, in Whitley County, he was the son of Thomas Stewart Hendrickson and Colleen (Myers) Statler. Dwight attended school in Coesse and Central Noble High School. He had worked at Dexter …read more.

Josefina Oviedo, 82, passed away on March 18, 2020, at 5:52 a.m. at the St. Joseph Medical Center in Mishawaka. Josephina was born the daughter of Jose and Delfina Chapa Perales on Nov. 5, 1937. She has been a resident of the area for more than 50 years, and retired from Bristol Manufacturing. She attended …read more.

Jacob Allan Burton, 20, North Manchester, passed away in a tragic car accident on March 19, 2020, at 6:36 a.m. on County Road 1400 North near County Road 500 East, North Manchester. Jacob was born July 20, 1999, in Fort Wayne, to John (Laura) Burton and Melissa (nee Bradley)(Dennis) Byers, both of North Manchester. Jacob …read more.

Amanda Marie “Mandi” Williams, 37, North Manchester, passed away from complications from a stroke at 1:50 a.m. March 21, 2020, at Parkview Randallia Hospice, Fort Wayne. One of three children, Amanda was born Feb. 7, 1983 in Winamac, to Millard and Grace (Jophlin) Smith. Mandi was the definition of homemaker; she was a tremendous mother …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was recently arrested after battering a woman in the presence of two children. Billy Joe Truex, 35, 504 W. Center St., Warsaw, is charged with domestic battery with a child under 16 present, a level 6 felony; and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. On Oct. 3, 2019, a Warsaw …read more.

Frank Hyden, 75, Warsaw, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2020, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, 4356 N. SR 15, Warsaw

Anton F. “Tony” Ball, 79, Warsaw, passed away at 1:38 p.m. on Friday, March 20, 2020, at Parkview Hospital in Warsaw. He was born on Dec. 3, 1940 in Evergreen Park, Ill. to Carl and Anna Rose (Sedalik) Ball Sr. He graduated from Evergreen Park High School and was married in June of 1969 in …read more.

MILFORD – Fantasy sports and online sports gambling are billion dollar industries that have also been impacted by the sports shutdown.

Ken Locke speaks as 107.3 WRSW Operations Manager Kris Lake facilitates the special broadcast on March 22. InkFreeNews photo by Kory Betts. WARSAW — Ken Locke, director of the Greater Warsaw Ministerial Association led a time of prayer on local radio Sunday, March 22 in light of the coronavirus pandemic. Locke who also serves as …read more.

ROCHESTER — The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office announced precautionary operational changes amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Effective March 22, the sheriff’s office will limit access to the administration building and the jail, said a news release from the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff’s Office issued the following changes. Calls for Service: Deputies will respond to …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.

Jacob Allan Burton, 20, North Manchester, passed away in a tragic car accident on March 19, 2020, at 6:36 a.m. on County Road 1400 North near CR 500E, North Manchester. Jacob was born July 20, 1999, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to John (Laura) Burton and Melissa (Dennis) Byers, nee Bradley, both of North Manchester.  Jacob …read more.

MENTONE — As of Wednesday, March 18, the Bell Memorial Public Library will be closed for approximately two weeks due to concerns surrounding the coronavirus. Effective immediately, all programs at Bell Memorial Public Library are canceled until further notice. The library appreciates everyone’s understanding as we do our best to keep everyone’s safe and healthy. …read more.

WARSAW – A Day of Prayer for the coronavirus pandemic is being organized in Kosciusko County. With the COVID-19 pandemic affecting business and activities in Kosciusko County and around the World, the Kosciusko County Commissioners are encouraging everyone to pray Sunday, March 22, in a Countywide Day of Prayer.   The Greater Warsaw Ministerial Association will …read more.

WARSAW — Between March 16 and March 20, WCS Food & Nutrition, in partnership with WCS Transportation, prepared and delivered over 4,000 meals to seven school locations. The locations included door-to-door deliveries for families unable to drive to one of the site locations, said a news release from Warsaw Community Schools. Marci Franks, Director of …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — While coronavirus has grounded many normal daily activities to a halt, construction continues on the new North Webster Community Public Library building. The roof has been shingled and exterior brick is being laid while inside drywall has been hung and painting began. The crew is finishing up the ductwork for the heating …read more.

ELKHART — Elkhart County Health Department announced the first presumptive positive case of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the County, Saturday, March 21. The local health department is working closely with the local and state officials to ensure that contacts of the patient are identified and monitored and that all infection control protocols are being followed, …read more.

Pauline Ruth Hollamby, age 86, of Goshen, passed away at 2:47 a.m., Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at Goshen Hospital after an extended illness. She was born November 9, 1933, in Bloomingdale, Penn. to Paul Lavern and Ruth Mae (Stump) Carroll. She had lived in Long Island, NY and lived in the Nappanee area for the …read more.

Vivian Agnes Kane, 88, of Bremen formerly of Nappanee, passed away at 5:15 a.m., Friday, March 20, 2020 at Signature Healthcare in Bremen. She was born March 28, 1931, in Chicago, Ill. to Richard and Edna (Kaeding) Vinke. Kane moved from Winchester to Nappanee in 1948. She was a 1949 graduate of Nappanee High School. …read more.

Marjorie Jane Lee, age 89, of Columbia City, passed away at 1:19 am on Friday, March 20, 2020 at Majestic Care West, Fort Wayne. Born on December 15, 1930, in Oswego, NY. She was the daughter of Frank and Jane (Baker) Leroy. Lee attended Austin High School in El Paso, TX and graduated with the …read more.

Everett Zolman, 76, of Churubusco, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2020, at Parkview Hospital. Born in Wolf Lake, on May 8, 1943, to the late Dale and Thelma (Parker) Zolman. He spent his formative years in Churubusco, graduating from Churubusco High School in 1961. Zolman was married to Kimberly (Geiger) in Gatlinburg, TN, on …read more.

MENTONE — The Town of Mentone is providing an alternative means of trash disposal for its residents. Last week, Akron-based Valley Sanitation suspended regular trash pickup in Mentone until further notice, according to Tim Croy. He is a member of the Mentone Town Council. On Friday, March 20, three rollaway dumpsters were installed by the town …read more.

Patrick Michael Bernero, 58 of Plymouth, died on March 19, 2020 at 5:58 p.m. at the 8000 block of US30, following a very sudden illness. On April 20, 1961 in Plymouth, Indiana he was born to Michael A. Bernero and Veronica E. (Estok) Bernero. Patrick had lived his whole life in the Plymouth community. Bernero …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A North Webster man was arrested after allegedly battering a woman. Jacob James Bridges, 27, 403 W. Tanya Ave., North Webster, is charged with strangulation and domestic battery with a child under 16 present, both level 6 felonies; and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. On Feb. 24, a North Webster Police …read more.

Kenneth R. Hamman, 72, of Winamac passed away peacefully at 1:15 a.m., Thursday, March 19, 2020. Arrangements are pending through Rans Funeral Homes.

MILFORD — Milford Cemetery Association and the Van Buren Township Trustee’s office is requesting clean up at Milford Cemetery, Mount Pleasant and Salem cemeteries by April 1. Decorations not on foundations should be removed by April 1. Cemetery maintenance personnel will remove and dispose of decorations after that date. Grave blankets should already be removed …read more.

James J. Nowak, age 69 of Warsaw, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at 7:24 a.m. in his home where he was surrounded by his loving family. Nowak, was born on January 4, 1951 in South Bend. He was the son of Joseph and Joyce (Goss) Nowak and was a proud graduate of Marian …read more.

MENTONE — The ability to make utility payments online is now available in Mentone. Residents will be able to submit their utility payments on paygov.us. The service was officially made available Friday, March 20, according to Clerk-Treasurer Janick Norris. Payments by cash or check were long the only payment method accepted by the Clerk’s office.  …read more.

MONOQUET — First responders worked to contain a mobile home fire Friday evening, March 20. At about 5:38 p.m. Leesburg Fire Department responded to a fully engulfed mobile home on fire at 960 West Tippecanoe St. near Monoquet. Assisting agencies included Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory and Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office. The cause of the blaze is …read more.