WARSAW – Lake City Peripheral Neuropathy Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26, at the classroom in the administrative building at Kosciusko Community Hospital. This month’s speaker will be Stephanie Ducheteau, a trained hypnotist will be discussing “The Art of Relaxation.” Stephanie has five years of clinical experience. Anyone with neuropathy or …read more.

Wilma D. Mock completed her earthly journey Feb. 10, 2020, in Alama, Texas, at the age of 89, with her husband Bob by her side. She was born March 16, 1930, to Russell and Mildred (Chilcote) Nonemaker, in Waynedale. Having attended and graduated from North Webster High School in 1948, where she met the love …read more.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incident: 5:06 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 16, 600 block North Higbee St., Milford. Deborah J. Wiggerly reported the theft of a vehicle.    Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 7:42 p.m. Monday, Feb. 17, 700 block North Cook St., Warsaw. Ociel …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 3:48 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18, West Jefferson Street, east of South Washington Street, Warsaw. Driver: Britt M. Fansler, 35, West Woodview Drive, Cromwell. Fansler’s vehicle became stuck on east-west railroad tracks, causing damage to her vehicle. Damage up to $2,500. 6:49 p.m. Monday, Feb. …read more.

NEW YORK — The Boy Scouts of America has filed for bankruptcy protection. Facing mounting legal costs from defending itself against lawsuits alleging sexual abuse of boys, the venerable nonprofit sought Chapter 11 protection in a court filing early Tuesday. A spokesman for the Boy Scouts of America said in a statement that the filing …read more.

Nathan M. Cloud, 34, Rochester, passed away at 2:48 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020 at his residence. He was born on Jan. 11, 1986, in Plymouth, the son of Michael Cloud and Sondra (Swartz) Brewer. Nathan had graduated from Rochester High School in 2005. As one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Nathan had full confidence in the …read more.

BRISTOL — The romantic musical “First Date” opens Friday, Feb. 21 for a three-weekend run at the Bristol Opera House. Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 p.m., with a Sunday matinée at 3 p.m. on March 1. Casey and Aaron, two 30-ish New York City singles who seemingly have nothing in common, have been …read more.

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Basketball results for Monday, Feb. 17.

  AKRON — The Tippecanoe Valley School Board heard about the ongoing HVAC project happening at the high school during the meeting held tonight, Feb. 17. Maintenance Director Todd Glenn informed the board that the cooling tower at the high school has parts that are around 45 years old. This HVAC system has cost the …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee High School student Terrance Egolf, as he did last year, has organized the “Bless the Homeless” event to help the homeless. It will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22, at the Syracuse Community Center, 1013 N. Long Drive. Items accepted include monetary donations, scarves, blankets, clothing, hot hands, …read more.

Tealie Goble, 81, of Pierceton went home to be with Jesus after a courageous battle with cancer, Monday, Feb. 17, 2020, while surrounded by family. Tealie was born March 9, 1938, in Prestonsburg, Ky. to Boone and Maggie Liew (Pitts) Salmons. After marrying Ray Reffitt, they moved to the Kosciusko County area, she eventually went …read more.

WINONA LAKE – At the start of the 2019-20 school year, Sarah Baier, an educational program specialist at the Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams, set a high bar for the Lilly Center’s destination field trip program: Host 1,000 K-12 students by the end of the school year. With close to three months left in …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Grace College track athlete John Green and softball player Kaitlyn Heffner were tabbed as Players of the Week in their respective sports.

MUNCIE- Emens Auditorium will play host to the Blue Man Group stage show at 7:30 p.m., Feb. 24, 2020.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 4:21 a.m. Monday, Feb. 17, 4200 block North SR 15 and West Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Elizabeth J. Salazar reported a hit-and-run vehicle accident. 10:41 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 16, 1400 block Tanager Drive, Warsaw. Lawrence D. Clevenger reported theft. Value: $90. 8:54 …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 5:17 a.m. Monday, Feb. 17, North CR 150W, south of West CR 600N, Warsaw. Driver: Logan D. Brown, 21, West CR 350S, Warsaw. Brown was traveling north on CR 150W when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $10,000. 10:12 p.m. …read more.

Donald G. “Don” Smith, 69, Milford, passed away at 8:20 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020, at his residence. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse, IN 46567.

WARSAW – A spokesperson for DePuy Sythes confirmed some jobs will be moved from Warsaw in about two years when its distribution center is moved to central Indiana. Mindy Tinsley, a spokesperson for the company, declined to say how many jobs it would involve and said it’s part of an ongoing effort to “look at …read more.

FORT WAYNE –  The Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership, in collaboration with Arts United of Greater Fort Wayne, Inc., has announced the creation of “Make It Your Own Mural Fest.” The mural festival begins on Tuesday, Sept. 8, and runs until Friday, Sept. 18, throughout Northeast Indiana’s eleven counties including Adams, Allen, DeKalb, Huntington, Kosciusko, LaGrange, …read more.

Angie K. Seaberg, 64, Mentone passed away on Friday, Feb. 14, 2020, surrounded by family. Angela was born Oct. 5, 1955, in Rochester, to Toby and Sharon (Leiter) Warner. In May of 1999 she married Thomas Seaberg; he survives. Angie was a very loving, caring, generous person always doing whatever she could to help others. …read more.

WARSAW – The CCAC is bringing Midget Wrestling Entertainment to Warsaw at the end of the month.

SYRACUSE — Mary Mock, Syracuse, will celebrate her 95th birthday Friday, Feb. 21, with her family. She was born Feb. 21, 1925. She was married to Thurlow Mock for 64 years and together they farmed in the Syracuse area. Mary is a member of the North Webster Church of the Brethren as well as the …read more.

Yvonne D. “Vonnie” Cook, 53, Hoffman Lake, Warsaw, passed away at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020 , in  her residence. Yvonne was born on Dec. 2, 1966, in Warsaw, Indiana to Joseph and Shirley (Finton) Cook. She was a lifetime resident of Kosciusko County. Vonnie worked as a Quality Control Inspector for Fairmont Homes, Nappanee …read more.

Ellen Hatcher, 79, Syracuse, passed away at 8:25 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 16, 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

Lon Slone, 73, Claypool, passed away at 11:30 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 16, 2020, in his residence. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

CLAYPOOL – Town officials in Claypool are now officially exploring the idea of selling its water system to Indiana American Water – the same company that provides service to Warsaw and part of Winona Lake. The Claypool water system has some looming repairs that are needed, and sale of the utility could provide a nest …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man who is taking steps to address addiction issues may not have to serve time behind bars.   Benjamin Jacob Albright, 41, 804 N. Old Orchard Drive, Warsaw, pleaded guilty to manufacturing methamphetamine, a level 4 felony, on Monday, Feb. 17. Albright was arrested in August 2018 after a Warsaw police …read more.

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incident: 3:06 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11, 300 block North Huntington Street, Syracuse. Officers investigated a report of theft. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 8:05 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 16, 1500 block East Winona Avenue, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of …read more.

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department responded to the following accidents: 6:10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, 414 South Sycamore Street, Syracuse. Driver: Donna J. Hollar, 67,  North CR 300W, Milford. Hollar’s vehicle collided with a parked, unoccupied vehicle. Damages up to $10,000. 10:53 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14, East Bowser Road near South Huntington Street, …read more.

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

FORT WAYNE — Manchester University is expanding its pharmacogenomics education program with an online graduate certificate designed for health care professionals seeking to enhance, expand and differentiate their practice. The program begins in fall semester 2020, said a news release from Manchester University. Pharmacogenomics (PGx), a major component of personalized medicine or precision medicine, tailors …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman and an Etna Green man are facing multiple drug-related charges after police performed a welfare check. Shanelle Dianae Byrer, 26, 8280 E US 30, Pierceton, is charged with dealing in methamphetamine, a level 2 felony; possession of methamphetamine, a level 3 felony; possession of syringe, a level 6 felony; neglect …read more.

SIDNEY – The Kosciusko County Republican Party will have a caucus on Feb. 25 to fill the vacancy of the Sidney clerk-treasurer. The vacancy was created with the resignation of Etta Hurd, who had accepted the job less than a month ago. She resigned Feb. 10 for personal reasons. Declarations of candidacy are available at …read more.

Yvonne Cook, 54, Hoffman Lake, Warsaw, passed away at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020, in her residence.                        Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

NAPPANEE – Sheer consistency and the penchant for playing big in big moments lead NorthWood’s Maddy Payne to earn the Ink Free News Girls Basketball Player of the Year.

WARSAW — Main on Main Comedy Improv Troupe returns for another free comedy improv show on Thursday, Feb. 27 in Warsaw. Main on Main will perform a mix of totally made-up comedy scenes based on audience suggestions, said a news release from Main on Main Comedy Improv Troupe. “Comedy improv is where a group of …read more.

WARSAW – NorthWood’s Maddy Payne headlines our selections for the 2019-20 IFN Girls Basketball All-Area selections.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accident: 3:53 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14, on SR 25, south of South Columbia Street in Warsaw. Drivers: Lori Sweet, 53, 1877 West CR 400N, Warsaw; Joshua Zaugg, 42, 1437 Sunset Drive, Winona Lake. Sweet was headed south on Columbia, stopped at the stop sign, did …read more.

MENTONE — Lego Club and more offered at Bell Memorial Public Library. Lego Club will take place 4 – 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18 in the large conference room.    Teen Book Club will meet 4:30 – 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18 in the Teen Room. The book club is currently reading “I Will Always …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 …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Family Bingo, movie screenings and more offered at North Webster Community Public Library. While Wawasee school kids enjoy a day off from school for trimester break, bring them to North Webster Community Public Library to play Family Bingo 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 24. It is fun and easy to play for kids …read more.

EAST CHICAGO — Warsaw senior Garrett Stuckman won the 152-pound title at Saturday’s East Chicago Semi-State while teammate Jace Alexander and Warsaw’s Jacob Linky also advanced to state.

Joshua David Stone, 29, passed away at his Plymouth home on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020. A lifelong Marshall County resident, Josh attended LaVille schools, graduating in 2008. Josh was a father, son, and most of all, a friend. He spent his working career doing construction and mechanical work. He was a good ole country boy. …read more.

Edna Mildred “Mid” Grolich, 94, daughter of Eli and Ella Hammel Bowles, passed away on Feb. 12, 2020, at Millers Merry Manor in Plymouth. Edna was born on Feb. 5, 1926, in Plymouth,, and remained a lifelong resident of the area. She was a Plymouth High School graduate. Edna married her husband, Richard “Dick” J. …read more.

Sharon K. Butler, 63, of Goshen passed from this life to her eternal home with Jesus on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020, at Goshen Hospital. Sharon was born April 8, 1956, in Elkhart to James and Faye Bowers. Sharon was fun, energetic, and loved listening to music. She enjoyed going to yard sales, collecting old oil …read more.

Craig E. Lock, 68, of Columbia City, passed away Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020, at his home. Born Nov. 1, 1951, in Whitley County, he was the son of Paul R. and Marjorie I. (Breisch) Lock. He graduated from Columbia City Joint High School with the Class of 1970. Craig worked for Dana Weatherhead for over …read more.

Joseph A. Hartwell, 60, of Nappanee, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020, at IU Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, after a short illness. He was born Dec.r 13, 1959, in Plymouth to Henry and Nancy (Eddington) Hartwell. Joseph was a 1978 Plymouth High School Graduate. On June 14, 1986, he married Diane Price in Nappanee.  He …read more.

Julia Mahon, 68, of Nappanee, passed away Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020, surrounded by family at her residence after a six-year battle with cancer. She was born May 4, 1951, in San Francisco, Calif., to William and Margaret (Swanson) McCarthy.  On Nov. 12, 1972, she married John Mahon in San Francisco.  They moved to Nappanee in …read more.

Grace baseball and softball both opened this weekend.

MARION – Grace’s track and field team tackled the 2020 Crossroads League Indoor Track and Field Championships over the weekend.

ELKHART – NorthWood earned its first girls basketball regional championship in 15 years after beating Knox, 43-30, Saturday night.

INDIANAPOLIS – Northridge used a host of top eight finishes to land fourth at the IHSAA GIrls Swimming and Diving Championships.

Basketball results for Saturday, Feb. 15.

Girls basketball regional scoreboard and semi-state matchups.

ELKHART – NorthWood and Knox emerged victorious to make the regional final at the Class 3-A Jimtown Girls Basketball Regional.

By Amy Mann Children’s Services “Variety is the spice of life” is a proverbial saying from the late 18th century. It was originally a quotation from the English poet William Cowper (1731–1800) in The Task (1785): ‘Variety’s the very spice of life, that gives it all its flavour.’ How does this axiom fit into life …read more.

By Merri Bottorff Friends of the Warsaw Community Public Library President Story Emporium, a new used bookstore which will open next month in the library, is sponsored and managed by the Friends of the Warsaw Community Public Library and Friends volunteers. The bookstore provides an array of quality used books of all genres, music CDs, …read more.

WARSAW — A Goshen man faces charges after he fled from police when he was discovered in a stolen vehicle.  Christopher David Oler, 40, 409 E. Walden Ave., Goshen, is charged with theft, a level 6 felony; and resisting law enforcement, a class A misdemeanor.  According to the affidavit of probable cause, on Nov. 7, …read more.

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

SYRACUSE — Stock up on movies, books and puzzles for the long weekend when the Syracuse Library is closed for President’s Day observances on Monday, Feb. 17. Copies of the Chautauqua Wawasee/ Syracuse Library book club choice, “The Lost City of the Monkey God” are available. The discussion is on Friday, Mar. 20. There is …read more.

WARSAW – Education issues were front and center Friday at the legislative “Third House” in Warsaw as two Republican state lawmakers defended the state’s efforts to provide more support for teachers. State lawmakers are more than halfway done with this year’s short legislative session. Attempts to consider legislation to boost teacher pay this year died …read more.

Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill is now facing the potential for a 60-day suspension following a recommendation Friday in the continuing fallout from the groping allegations against the first-term state official. Hill, the former Elkhart County Prosecutor, was accused of groping women at a party in Indianapolis in March of 2018. While a special prosecutor …read more.

Boys basketball results for Friday, Feb. 14.

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 …read more.

MARION – Grace’s track and field team started the 2020 Crossroads League Indoor Track and Field Championship on Friday at Indiana Wesleyan.

INDIANAPOLIS – Day one is in the books at the IHSAA Girls Swim Championships.

SYRACUSE – Jaydon Boyer hit a game-winning shot to propel Wawasee to a 49-47 win over Goshen Friday night.

By RENEA SALYER Chamber Executive Director Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce announced its February Member of the Month — Turkey Creek Fire Territory. Turkey Creek Fire Territory is comprised of two fire stations in Syracuse, one on Huntington Street and the other on McClintic Road. There are 16 paid staff of firemen and a firewoman who …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents; 8:25 a.m. Friday, Feb. 14, 100 block EMS D18B Lane, Syracuse. Report of trespass.  3:15 a.m. Friday, Feb. 14, 100 block Market Street, Pierceton. Incident involving battery of a public safety official 3:44 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, 300 block Levi Lee Road, …read more.

WARSAW — Kathy Groninger formally announced her candidacy for Kosciusko County Council at Large. Originally from Indianapolis, Groninger has called Kosciusko County her home for the past 27 years. She is a 1987 graduate of DePauw University with a Bachelor of Science degree and a major in political science. Upon graduating from college, she worked …read more.

James E. Steffens, 94, Columbia City, died in the company of family at 6:50 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020, at Parkview Whitley Hospital, Columbia City. He was born on Nov. 21, 1925, in Toledo, Ohio, a son of the late Edward A. and Francis E. (Gunn) Steffens. His formative years were spent in Toledo and …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 5:53 a.m. Friday, Feb. 14, West CR 700S, Warsaw. Driver: Johnathan A. Bradley, 24, East CR 900S, Claypool. Bradley’s vehicle slid off the road, striking a pole. Damage up to $5,000.  7:35 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, West CR 400S, south of Kinsey …read more.

Max L. Hilligoss, 102, of South Whitley, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020 at Heritage of Huntington. Born on June 12, 1917, in Huntington County, he was the son of Arthur G. and Dorothy M. (Marshall) Hilligoss. He played basketball and baseball while attending Clear Creek High School and graduated with the Class of 1935. …read more.

On Thursday morning, Feb. 13, 2020, George Murphy passed away in his sleep at the age of 89. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Wanda Murphy; daughter, Debra Jamerson of Churubusco; son, Michael (Rose) Murphy of Fort Wayne; daughter-in-law, Linda Murphy of Brandenburg, Ky.; brother, Gene (Carol) Murphy of Syracuse; sister, …read more.

Craig E. Lock, 68, of Columbia City, IN died on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020 at his sister’s home. Arrangements pending with DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home

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

Donald E Goff, 91, Wabash, died at 1:30 a.m., Friday, Feb. 14, 2020, at Miller’s Merry Manor East in Wabash. He was born May 21, 1928, in Marion, to Roger and Hazel (Watson) Goff. Donald was a 1946 graduate of Chippewa High School. He married Helenjean Biltz at the St. Bernard Catholic Church in Wabash …read more.

WARSAW — A Cromwell woman faces a drug charge after allegedly misrepresenting a substance during NET43 controlled buy. Samantha Yvonne Klinge, 24, 11139 Humpty Dumpty Drive, Cromwell, was charged with unlawful delivery of a substance represented to be a controlled substance, a level 6 felony. On Nov. 4, 2019, NET43 Drug Task Force conducted a …read more.

WARSAW – The Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation (KEDCo)announced today, the launch of the organization’s talent initiative, which will promote talent attraction and retention in this thriving micropolitan community. “Our team understands that talent is the new currency in economic development and we believe the career opportunities and quality of life in our community make Kosciusko …read more.

Below is a list of local government offices that will be closed (and open) on Monday, Feb. 17, for President’s Day. Closed: Claypool (trash service will not be affected) Etna Green (trash service will not be affected) Mentone (trash service will not be affected) Nappanee (trash service will not be affected) Silver Lake (trash service …read more.

SILVER LAKE — It appears the town of Silver Lake is done waiting for a building plan to develope for the old elementary. At the Silver Lake Town Council meeting held Wednesday, Feb. 12, town attorney Karin McGrath made an announcement regarding the old school building.  “A phone call was made today to Bruce Munson, …read more.

WARSAW – Debra Collier’s School of Dance will host a Dancing for Birth program with a free sample class on Saturday, February 15, from 10:30 to11:30 a.m. The class, designed for pre-conception, expecting, postpartum and baby-wearing mothers, allows mothers to dance their way into a new approach to prenatal/postpartum fitness and emotional wellness.  Weekly classes …read more.

  The location for Whitko Career Academy in the former Whitko Middle School, Larwill. WCA is scheduled to open its doors to new students in the fall of 2020. Photo provided by Nathan Haywood and Whitko Community Schools. SOUTH WHITLEY — Whitko Community Schools announced details on its Whitko Career Academy ahead of its inaugural …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 11:54 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, 4100 block North Sullivan Road, Leesburg. Donald King reported a mailbox was run over by a snowmobile.  10:15 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, 100 block EMS B6A Lane, Leesburg. Dean Gephart reported criminal mischief.  9:28 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, …read more.

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

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 10:19 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, Packerton Road, Silver Lake. Driver: Kelly A. Cull, 46, Pippin Court, Columbus. Cull’s vehicle went off the road and struck a Frontier phone box and a fence. Damage up to $2,500. 4:33 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — State Sen. Ryan Mishler (R-Bremen) welcomed seven students to the Indiana Statehouse as Senate pages in January. The following students served as pages: Anna and Ella Denham, Warsaw, home-schooled; Ryan Gadziola, Plymouth, St. Michael Catholic School; Katherine Josellis, Warsaw, Warsaw Community High School; Jacob Kissling, Warsaw, Warsaw Community High School; and Sutton and …read more.

WARSAW — The deadline to accept applications for the Mary Jane Miller Scholarship program is March 31. Applications are available at the counselor’s office of all Kosciusko County high schools and Lake City Bank Wealth Advisory Group, located at 202 East Center St., Warsaw. The Mary Jane Miller Scholarship Trust was established by Mary Jane …read more.

Sarah A. Gilbert, 53, formerly of Churubusco, went to be with the Lord and her parents on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020, at Sacred Heart in Avilla. Born in Whitley County, on April 23, 1966, to the late Edward and Freda (Wise) Gilbert. She spent her formative years in Churubusco and attended Smith Green Schools and …read more.

Sammie Howard Jr., 89, North Manchester passed away at 4:20 a.m., Feb. 13, 2020, at Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester. Arrangements are pending at McKee Mortuary.

Joshua David Stone of Plymouth passed away on February 12, 2020. Arrangements are pending at this time

GOSHEN — Shocking accusations against a local woman whose daughter captured the hearts of many. Court documents accuse that Goshen mother of faking her daughter’s terminal illness to get money.

WARSAW – Something new in Warsaw – Lake City Game Fest – will debut Saturday at Sacred Heart elementary’s gym and will include a choice of more than 759 tabletop games. The charity event is organized by Chimp’s Comix of Warsaw. Games are being supplied by Gen Con Games Library, which serves as a traveling …read more.

WARSAW — Don’t miss the Valentine’s Day Sale at JB’s Furniture! Friday and Saturday, Feb. 14th and 15th 9-6. Enjoy up to 1/2 off selected merchandise PLUS take 15% more off at checkout! JB’s Furniture is located on 2101 E Center St., Warsaw.   HUNDREDS OF MARKDOWNS STOREWIDE! 12 MONTHS FREE FINANCING    

WARSAW —  A request by Jail Chemical Addiction Program Coordinator Courtney Jenkins was approved at the  Kosciusko County Council meeting Thursday, Feb. 13. Last month, when Jenkins requested permission to spend $114,861 received in grant funding from the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute, the request was tabled for further review due to questions about a line …read more.

SYRACUSE – Wawasee posted its highest season score, but still fell to Elkhart Central by a full four points in gymnastics Thursday night.

Boys basketball results for Thursday, Feb. 13.

WARSAW – Norfolk Southern is preparing for an extensive project on the north-south railroad line that will improve warning signals at eight crossings in Warsaw. Work is expected to begin by the end of February and could continue for eight months, according to a news release from the city. The project involves replacing railroad crossing …read more.

ROCHESTER — William A. Meeks, 44, 1880 N. US 35, Knox, has initially been charged with attempted murder and is being held in the Fulton County jail on a $75,000 surety bond. According to a release from the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, the Fulton County Dispatch received a 911 call at approximately 1:25 p.m. of …read more.