Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 4:16 p.m. Sunday, March 1, East CR 200N, east of North Cessna Road, Warsaw. Driver: Janelle R. Wilson, 19, South CR 1000W, Claypool. Wilson was traveling east on East CR 200N when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $2,500. 4:12 p.m. Saturday, …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Ivy Tech Community College and Manchester University are partnering to create opportunities for Ivy Tech Honors College students. Manchester is now reserving two seats annually in its Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) or its dual degree program that grants a Pharm.D. and a Master of Science in Pharmacogenomics in the same four-year period …read more.

Norma L. Lackey, 88, Akron, passed away at 7:33 a.m. Monday, March 2, in her residence. Arrangements are pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw.

WARSAW — The opening of a second HopLore Brewing Co. location in Warsaw has been pushed back, according to owner Stefan King. “We’re just in a holding pattern,” said King. The opening of the Warsaw store on Argonne Road is experiencing construction delays. “It’s to be expected,” he said. The store in Warsaw will occupy …read more.

WARSAW — A man will serve a little more than six years in prison for two criminal cases that occurred in April 2018. In the first case, Cody Lee Bade, 28, Noblesville, was charged with resisting law enforcement and failure to appear, both level 6 felonies; and driving while suspended, a class A misdemeanor. Bade …read more.

John Allen Niswonger, 69, of Goshen, formerly of Leesburg and Mentone, passed away at 5:17 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born on July 16, 1950, in Vicksburg, Mich., to Raymond C. and Alma V. (Goucher) Niswonger. He attended public schools in Michigan and lived most of …read more.

Angie B. Horn, 85, died Sunday, March 1, 2020, at Mason Health and Rehabilitation Center in Warsaw. Arrangements are tentatively scheduled for Saturday, March 7 with Titus Funeral Home though service details are pending. Condolences may be left for the family at www.TitusFuneralHome.com.

GOSHEN – NorthWood’s undefeated NLC season afforded it plenty of representation in the All-Conference selections.

BABSON PARK, Fla. – Grace’s women’s tennis team started its Florida trip with a trio of matches over the weekend.

Terry W. Musselman, 77, of Milford, passed away at 4:36 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020, at Elkhart General Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse.

Johanna Christina Gudas, 96, Winamac, passed away on March 1, 2020, at Hickory Creek Healthcare in Winamac. She was born Oct. 25, 1923, in Foley, Ala., to Joseph and Antonia Arndt Gudas, who preceded her in death. She carried many affectionate nicknames, including “Jan,” “JoAnn” and “Jo-Jo.” She was the oldest child in a large …read more.

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

Raymond “Ray” Setlak, 74, of Pierceton, passed away at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020, at Gulfside Hospice in Zephyrhills, Fla. He was born on Jan. 17, 1946, in Gary to Alexander & Stephanie Setlak. He graduated in 1964 from Lew Wallace High School in Gary and was a 2nd Class Petty Officer in …read more.

D. Jacquelyn Doud, 96, Columbia City, passed away on Feb. 27, 2020, at Parkview Whitley Hospital. She was born in Churubusco on Nov. 20, 1923, to the late Forest and Gertrude (Addis) Boggs. She spent her formative years in Churubusco, graduating from Churubusco High School in 1941. She was married to Norman Doud in Fort …read more.

Jack A. Scott, 89, a lifetime resident of Wabash, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2020. He was born on July 2, 1930, to the late Raymond S. and Maxine (Schuler) Scott. He was a 1948 graduate of Wabash High School. He attended Purdue University and then joined the United States Army. He served in …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Iron Pride has qualified four teams to compete at the Indiana State Robotics Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. 574C Centurion, 574D Immortal and 574F Barbarian will be competing in the high school division. 574H Samurai will be competing in the middle school division. “I’m incredibly proud of our teams,” said Iron Pride …read more.

WINONA LAKE — A Winona Lake man was recently arrested after inappropriately touching a child. Rafael Meyo Rojas, 26, 1202 Wooster Road Lot 52, Winona Lake, is charged with sexual misconduct with a minor, a level 5 felony. As defined in Indiana Code 35-31.5-2-221.5, sexual misconduct with a minor is when a person at least 18 …read more.

WARSAW – Four people were injured in a three-vehicle accident Saturday night, Feb. 29, in Warsaw. Shortly after 10 p.m. last night, emergency personnel responded to SR 15, north of Levi Lee Rd, in Plain Township for a three-vehicle collision, according to Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office. According to investigating deputies, a southbound 2010 Chevrolet Malibu …read more.

WARSAW — Did you know that 90% of your child’s brain development occurs before the age of five? That means your child’s brain develops more quickly from birth to five than it ever will again. These early years are the best opportunities for a child’s brain to develop the connections needed for a healthy, capable, …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman received a suspended sentence pending her acceptance into work release after dealing methamphetamine and heroin. Rachael Elizabeth Fruit, 27, 547 S. Harding St., Warsaw, was charged with dealing in methamphetamine and dealing in a narcotic drug, both level 5 felonies; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. Fruit was …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.

Sharon Kay Stahly, 77, Warsaw, passed away Friday, Feb. 28, 2020, at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. Her warm heart and helping hands left a lasting impact on all who knew her. Born on April 17, 1942, in Frankfort, to Harold and Geneva Stewart, she is survived by siblings: Milton Stewart, Cheryl Stewart Lushe, Tara Evans …read more.

Jo Ann Moore, 90, of Warsaw, passed away Friday, Feb. 28, 2020, at 3:13 p.m. in Mason Health Care and Rehabilitation, Warsaw. She was born Feb. 23, 1930, in Russell, Ky., to Eugene and Sarah (Waldron) Hoffman. A Warsaw resident for 35 years, she was a homemaker and a member of the Church of God. …read more.

SYRACUSE – Nika Prather dedicated over half her life to bettering a sport. Prather now will retire from high school gymnastics with those people right behind her.

ATLANTA – Both Robert Murphy and Andy Williams fell short of their quest to earn Olympic bids in the marathon.

NAPPANEE – Behind the scenes of the Class 3-A girls basketball championship run for NorthWood was a push for another title that means a lot to the Payne family and the NorthWood community.

FULTON – The Hoosier North Athletic Conference issued its selections for All-Conference in girls basketball Sunday evening.

MENTONE — Teen Book Club and new DVD’s coming soon to Bell Memorial Public Library. Teen Book Club will meet at 4:30 – 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 3 in the Young Adult Room Room. If you are interested in signing up, please contact Natalie Salazar at (574) 353-7234. Be on the lookout for these DVD’s …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee senior Aundreya Wegener made the cut out to regional on the floor exercise with a sixth-place score of 9.275, while the Lady Warriors, Warsaw and NorthWood bowed out of the season at the Wawasee Gymnastics Sectional.

WARSAW – What do you get when you combine eight midgets and plenty of cold beer? Date night in Warsaw for a few hundred people. Nearly 500 people packed the Multi-Sport Building at the City-County Athletic Complex Friday night, Feb. 28, for a raucous Midget Wrestling show sponsored by Midgets With Attitude, which does more …read more.

WARSAW — A man captured in Warsaw early Saturday morning after a police chase that originated in Elkhart County was apparently wanted by authorities in Aberdeen, S.D. An Aberdeen Police Department Facebook post on Saturday announced, “Ronald Elkins, who was being sought yesterday by APD in reference to a Brown County warrant and suspicion of …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – NorthWood put on one more defensive show to lock up its second girls basketball state championship, 37-29, over Salem Saturday night.

INDIANAPOLIS – Caden Jenkins and Grant Knight closed out their senior season with work at the IHSAA Boys Swim and Dive Championships.

Recap of the IHSAA Girls Basketball State Finals on Saturday.

Notes from area college athletics, including Kyle Mangas breaking the IWU basketball scoring record.

WARSAW — Shortly after 10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 29, Lutheran EMS and Plain Township (Leesburg) Fire Department were called to the 5000 block of SR 15 North to a three-vehicle accident.  The accident occurred near Wihebrink Landscape Management and appeared to involve a car, a van or SUV and a truck. An official at the …read more.

VALPARAISO – Lakeview won two games at the Valpo/Chesterton Classic middle school girls basketball tournament.

Editor’s Note: This article has been edited to update the time of events. WARSAW — A pursuit of a stolen vehicle from South Dakota originated in Elkhart County late Friday night and came southbound into Kosciusko County on State Road 15 at about 12:05 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 29. Warsaw Police officers assisted other agencies in …read more.

MARSHALL COUNTY – Marshall County was stocked with unique and historic basketball arenas as part of a colorful century of hoops.

Henry “Hank” Waltz, 97, passed away on Feb. 27, 2020, at the home of his daughter and son-in-law, Brent & Jody Gordon, in Syracuse. He was born on Sept. 25, 1922, in South Whitley to Marion & Cora (Flaugh) Waltz. He was a World War II U.S. Army veteran and Bronze Star recipient. On Feb. …read more.

Alice Faye Kline, 80, Wabash, died at 6:36 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 27, 2020, at her home. She was born March 5, 1939, in Floyd County , Ky., to Arthur and Jane (Stumbo) Frasure. Alice married Robert L. Kline in Wabash County on June 9, 1956. She was a homemaker and a member of the Faith …read more.

Rozella E. “Sandi” Anderson, 71, North Webster, passed away at 6:10 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Syracuse. She was born on June 18, 1948, in Goshen, to Melvin & Martha (Randolph) Rohn. She lived most of her life in the Goshen / North Webster area and graduated from Goshen High …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 8:13 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28, East Center Street and North Lincoln Street, Warsaw. Drivers: Chad L. Pletcher, 34, SR 13, Pierceton; and Laurianne Foster, 40, Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw. Pletcher’s vehicle rear-ended Foster’s vehicle. Damage up to $10,000.  4:41 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28, SR …read more.

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

WARSAW – United Way is organizing a fundraiser called “100 Women Who Care” at Tippy Creek Winery in Leesburg on March 24. Women United Invites the public to enjoy an evening of appetizers, wine and learning about United Way’s Kids United programs. The cost of the event is $100 and is tax-deductible. The event starts …read more.

SYRACUSE — March is the month when winter ends and spring begins. The weekend when we struggle with the time change, begins with open mic night at 7 p.m. Friday, March 6. Writers from the community are sharing five-minute poems and essays that are original or favorites. The free program is across the street from …read more.

Boys basketball results from Friday, Feb. 28.

By far the most interesting local race this spring is for the Superior Court 3 judge in Kosciusko County where four Republican candidates – Robert Bishop, Lindsey Grossnickle, Karin McGrath and Chad Miner – are vying to fill the seat of retiring judge Joe Sutton. Unlike other typical races, judicial contests are a little different …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.

WARSAW — The Parkview Warsaw YMCA announced its new Youth Cross Country and Track and Field programs. These new programs are free for YMCA members and anyone in the community and are made possible in part through the K21 Health Foundation and Parkview Warsaw, said a news release from Parkview Warsaw YMCA. “Giving every child …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Warsaw is down to one bullet left after the preliminary round of the IHSAA Boys Swimming State Championships.

WARSAW — A Warsaw art studio, Spoonful of Imagination, is working with the Kosciusko County Jail Chemical Addiction Program to bring art to inmates. Spoonful of Imagination owner Erica Deuel will lead art journaling classes with the current JCAP women’s class on Friday afternoons for the next three months. The art program started Friday, Feb. …read more.

HAMMOND — A statewide silver alert has been issued for a Hammond teenager. The Hammond Police Department is investigating the disappearance of Christiana Bennett, a 14-year-old black female, 5 feet 4 inches, 125 pounds, black hair and brown eyes. Christiana was last seen wearing a dark blue short sleeve polo shirt, khaki pants, black Nike …read more.

Nancy L. Krygowski, Paddock Springs Senior Living in Warsaw, passed away at 3:35 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, 2020, at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw, at the age of 83. She was born on Oct. 11, 1936, in Orland Park, Ill., to Bessie (Rice) and Lawrence Uthe. On Oct. 8, 1955, she was married in Posen, Ill., …read more.

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

WINONA LAKE – Grace College hosted the 2020 Presidential Scholarship Competition on Feb. 14 and 15. Melika Minnaar, of Istanbul, Turkey, was awarded the 2020 full-tuition President’s Scholarship. Minnaar is the first international student to be selected as the President’s Scholarship recipient. “I cannot wait to embark on the thrilling journey at Grace! I am …read more.

PLYMOUTH — Former Warsaw attorney Scott Lennox, 51, received a suspended sentence in Marshall County Superior Court 2 on Friday, Feb. 28, after stealing funds from the law firm he worked for. Lennox, who now lives in St. Clair, Mich., was charged with two counts of fraud on a financial institution, level 5 felonies; and …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 1:58 a.m. Monday, Feb. 24, 1600 block East CR 200N, Warsaw. A battery incident was investigated.  Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incident: 4:26 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, 300 block Ulrich Drive, Milford. Jerry E. Wood reported theft …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 7:39 a.m. Friday, Feb. 28, North CR 425W, south of West CR 900N, Warsaw. Driver: Christopher M. Barnes, 34, Elm Street, Nappanee. Barnes’ vehicle left the road, went into a field and rolled. Barnes complained of general body pain and was treated …read more.

WARSAW — Purdue Extension Kosciusko County will host a one-day ServSafe food manager class and examination from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. March 11, at the Kosciusko County Justice Building’s video conference room. Do you own a restaurant or work in the food service industry? Indiana law requires that each food service establishment have one …read more.

SYRACUSE — Amy Pavel, 23, North Webster, is in critical condition at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne, following a two-vehicle crash Thursday night, Feb. 27, on CR 800N, 300 feet east of CR 550E, Syracuse. The crash occurred at 5:45 p.m. Pavel’s injuries were not available. Amy D. Hill, 45, North Webster, and her 7-year-old female …read more.

WARSAW — Among the art and quilts on display at the Feb. 29 Annual Charity Auction fundraiser for Habitat For Humanity will be a unique work by a unique woman. Tessellations Garden/Patio Quilt is the latest creation of Linda Dilling, a former Warsaw High School math teacher, who holds degrees from Grace College in mathematics, …read more.

Betty Jane Rhodes (Johnson), a lifelong Marshall County resident, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Feb. 27, 2020, at Pilgrim Manor in Plymouth. She was born to Luther S. and Lila (Larsen) Johnson on Sept. 20, 1925, in Donaldson. She was baptized as one of God’s children on Nov. 24, 1925. She …read more.

Jesse Lavon Martin, son of Russell E. and Trina D. (Shaum) Martin, was born on Nov. 23, 2016, in Fulton County. He departed this life peacefully in his mother’s arms following a sudden illness after a liver transplant on Feb. 26, 2020, at the age of 3 years, 3 months, and 3 days.  Surviving besides …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Park Foundation’s board met Tuesday, Feb. 25, to discuss the current Conklin Bay trail project and future projects the foundation might want to support. It also reviewed finances. Park Superintendent Chad Jonsson updated board members on the Conklin Bay trail, stating, “The Conklin Bay section is coming along really well. There are …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Through the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute, more than $60 million is available in federal funds to support public and nonprofit organizations that provide services to Indiana crime victims. This is part of the Victims of Crime Act assistance program and funded by the federal Crime Victims Fund, which is financed through the fines …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools will host the annual kindergarten round-up event for all incoming 2020-21 kindergarten students and parents on Thursday, March 12, at all eight elementary schools. Doors open at 5 p.m., with the informational presentation scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m. and end by 6:30 p.m. This event will provide information to …read more.

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

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 10:03 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 26, South Packerton Road near East CR 400S, Warsaw. Driver: Angelina M. Schafer, 19, Colfax Street, North Manchester. Shafer’s vehicle lost control on the slick roadway and collided head-on with a tree. Damages up to $5,000. 6:54 p.m. …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 10:29 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, 200 block West Main Street, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of sexual assault. 4:22 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26, 1900 block Miami Drive, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of intimidation. 5:08 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26, 7500 block West …read more.

WARSAW – The city of Warsaw is reassuring residents along Winona Lake not to worry about a green substance released into the lake Thursday, Feb. 27. On Thursday, the city’s Wastewater Treatment Utility maintenance crew conducted routine dye testing near Rabb Water Systems at East Jefferson Street and Argonne Road.   Some of the green dye …read more.

WARSAW — The Grossnickle Foundation recently awarded its initial grants to support United Way of Kosciusko County and Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration. The organizations received $4,110 and $2,518 respectively, said a news release from the Kosciusko County Community Foundation. The Grossnickle Foundation is a Donor Advised Fund at the Kosciusko County Community Foundation. The Grossnickle …read more.

PLYMOUTH — FFA Chapters of Marshall County will be holding its 11th annual Marshall County FFA Toy Show and Ag Expo, Sunday, March 1. The event will take place from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Plymouth High School, 1 Big Red Drive, Plymouth, said a news release from FFA Chapters of Marshall County. Admission …read more.

Donna J. Miller, 82, Warsaw died Feb. 25 at Kosciusko Community Hospital. She was born in Goshen on Aug. 24, 1937, to Robert and Esther (Bainter) Pepple. On Aug. 5, 1956, she married her high school sweetheart, Robert G. Miller. He died March 24, 2012. Survivors include three children: Eric (Meghan) Miller, McKinney, Tex.; and …read more.

Stephanie Dawn Miller, 30, Goshen, passed away Thursday, Feb. 27, 2020, surrounded by her family at home. She was born Dec. 8, 1989, in Goshen to Stanley D. and Elvera (Yoder) Miller. They survive along with eight siblings: Gregory Miller, Wabash; Lucinda, at home; Randy, Wakarusa; Jordyn, Brendon, Brandt, Erika and Marcus Miller, all at …read more.

Barbara Ann Capron, 74, Bremen, passed away at 10:47 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020, in Miller’s Merry Manor of Wakarusa. She was born on Nov. 4, 1945, the daughter of the late E. Frank and Bernice Anette (McCorkle) Morris. On Feb. 5, 1964, she married Larry Capron. She is survived by her loving husband of …read more.

Lois Ann (Hammonds) Van Meter, 72, Wabash, died at 12:42 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020, at her home. She was born June 22, 1947, in Evansville, to Hubert and Gladys (Rutherford) Hammonds. She was a 1965 graduate of Central High School in Evansville, earned a bachelor’s degree in education from the University of Southern Indiana, …read more.

Dennis Dewayne Noland, 66, Wabash, died at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020, at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. He was born June 4, 1953, in Grand Rapids, Minn., to Melvin Clifford and Helen Leone (Otto) Noland. He was a US Navy veteran. He was a truck driver and also worked several …read more.

David Edwin Woods, Jr, 79, Rochester, passed away at 12:38 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, at Parkview Regional Medical Center of Fort Wayne. On June 12, 1940, in Lake County, he was born to David E. Sr. and Elizabeth Shaw Woods. He and Donna K. Malott were married on July 16, 1960, in Lake County. They have shared nearly …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will hold a prom and bridal expo at the Center Lake Pavilion from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 1. Admission to the event is free. This event will provide information on tuxedos, hair styles, jewelry, flowers, photographers, decor, catering and more. Warsaw Party Rental is sponsoring …read more.

This story has been updated with additional information and photos. WARSAW – Firefighters from multiple departments were battling a structure fire this morning on South Buffalo Street in Warsaw. The blaze was reported at 5:15 at J&B Pallet Company, 711 S. Buffalo St. The fire appeared to be concentrated on the east side of the …read more.

Travis Wayne Tillotson WARSAW — A Claypool man received a suspended sentence after failing to report that his stepson had been severely abused. Travis Wayne Tillotson, 39, 1359 W. CR 800S, Claypool, was charged with neglect of a dependent, a level 6 felony. He was sentenced in Kosciusko Superior Court 1 on Thursday, Feb. 27. …read more.

WARSAW — It appears the original permanent injunction prohibiting motorized racing at the fairgrounds and established 30 years ago by nine homeowners may very well be here to stay. The Kosciusko County Fair Board, which intentionally began motorized racing several years ago as a way to generate revenue, saw its legal efforts rebuffed again, this …read more.

WARSAW — A Claypool man will serve two years in jail after battering a woman on two occasions. In the first case, Dyrell Aaron Kreis, 40, 3211 W. CR 700S, was charged with domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. He was found guilty in December 2014 but was back in court regarding this case due …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School junior Brennan Cox has organized a fundraiser dodgeball tournament for Riley Hospital and foster care in Kosciusko County. The double-elimination tournament will be at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 14, in the WCHS Tiger Den. It is a $40 cash entry cost per team, or $5 per person. Players must …read more.

WARSAW — A Pierceton man will serve 12 years in prison after stealing a vehicle from a woman in the parking lot at Owens Supermarket. Matthew L. Prater, 42, 3104 E. Wooster Road Lot 24, Pierceton, was charged with robbery, a level 3 felony. Charges of auto theft, resisting law enforcement, intimidation and battery resulting …read more.

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

Rozella E. “Sandi” Anderson, 71, North Webster, passed away at 6:10 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Syracuse. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, SR 13 and CR 500N, North Webster,

(A slow, fly-through documenting the progress of the Conklin Bay boardwalk and trail on Lake Wawasee. Video was originally recorded on Feb. 22, by Tony Pawlicki, a member of the Syracuse-Wawasee Trails Committee, and a Realtor with Todd Realty ERA Powered in Syracuse.) SYRACUSE — Progress is being made on the Conklin Bay boardwalk project …read more.

MILFORD — The Kehoe Kids are a group of eighth-grade students who are continuing a project they started four years ago — the annual Kehoe Kids Auction and Fish Fry. As the last year for the Kehoe Kids at Milford School, they are hoping to surpass a total of $30,000 at their fifth annual silent auction after coming very close to making it in the last four years.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 5:57 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, North CR 300W, north of West CR 300N, Warsaw. Driver: Nickolas E. Wilkins, 36, North Dovewood Trail, Warsaw. Wilkins was traveling south on CR 300W when several deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $5,000. 6:02 p.m. …read more.

A Celebration of Life Service for Cheryl Ann Crist will be held at 11 a.m. on March 7, 2020, at the West Eel River Church, 979 W. SR 14, Silver Lake for family and friends of Cheryl Ann Crist.

Jack D. Keirn, 70, Warsaw, passed away at 8:50 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020, in  Kosciusko Community Hospital. Jack was born on Feb. 4, 1950, in Warsaw, to Hubert E. and Adda Claudean (Reed) Keirn.  He was united in marriage to Kathleen Bush on Friday, March 14, 1975, in Mentone.  Jack graduated from Warsaw Community High …read more.

AKRON — Russ Paxton got an opportunity to extend an old connection to the collegiate level, while fellow Tippecanoe Valley senior Ama Baca signed on for the possibility of playing opposite a former teammate as the duo put pen to paper in a dual signing ceremony in Akron recently.

Ada E. Borkholder, 81, Nappanee, passed away at 10:40 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020, at her nephews residence.  She was born May 2, 1938, in Marshall County to Eli J. and Catherine J. (Coblentz) Borkholder. Ada was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. She was a homemaker. She is survived by a sister, Amanda …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A retired gentleman from North Webster, Danny Lewis Warrick, was honored Dec. 12 at an awards ceremony in Berlin, Germany. The award certificate reads, “The jury hereby confers the International Dr. Rainer Hildebrandt Medal of Human Rights in recognition of his work in support of human rights to Danny Lewis Warrick, United …read more.

Weather delays and cancellations for Thursday, Feb. 27.

By JEFF BURBRINK Extension Educator, Agriculture & Natural Resources – Horticulture and Crops Purdue Extension Elkhart County ELKHART — Every so often, a new plant disease comes to town. Some of them promise to be plant killers and end up fairly benign. Others, like tar spot on corn, can knock crop yields for a big …read more.

WARSAW – Lake City Gymnastics celebrated a tremendous first year with the help of the Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce.

By SUE LOUGHLIN TERRE HAUTE – Ivy Tech Community College is increasingly expanding the number of eight-week course offerings, and the reason, officials say, is higher student success rates. “It is more focused and faster to complete,” said Ivy Tech President Sue Ellspermann. “For working adults, that means less time for life to get in …read more.