George A. Bushong, 97, Syracuse, passed away at 7 p.m. at Wellbrooke of South Bend in South Bend. He was born on Nov. 23, 1922, in Syracuse to Joseph R. and Olive M. (Geyer) Bushong. He was a lifetime Syracuse area resident and graduated in 1940 from Syracuse High School. He served in the United …read more.

WARSAW — A Winona Lake man was sentenced to five years in prison, though he will likely serve only a fraction of that time behind bars.  Daniel Hugo Duenas, 21, 2326 E. Pierceton Road, was sentenced in Kosciusko Circuit Court Thursday, Feb. 13, almost three years after striking a man with a vehicle following a …read more.

Bettylee Shepler, 85, Warsaw, passed away at 6:55 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020m at Mason Health and Rehabilitation Center in Warsaw. She was born on July 22, 1934, in Steuben County, Indiana to Wanda Lee (Parker) Forrester and John Leo Forrester. On October 18, 1958 she was married in Warsaw to Harold Raymond Shepler. …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College students who achieve high standards of academic excellence are placed on the Dean’s List. The fall 2019 semester list includes 215 students, each of whom was enrolled full-time and earned a grade point average of 3.94 or greater for the semester.  In addition, their cumulative grade point average was 3.3 …read more.

WARSAW – The mother who left her toddler in the care of a friend – only to be severely abused – was given a suspended sentence Thursday, Feb. 13, in Kosciusko County Superior Court 1. Rune Star Springer, 26, was given a two and a half year sentence, but Judge David Cates suspended the sentence …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools is inviting all stakeholders, including, parents, staff, and students to participate in a survey about the school corporation’s next five-year strategic plan. Responses are confidential and participation is voluntary. There is an option to take the survey in English or in Spanish and it is expected to take approximately five …read more.

Weather delays and cancellations for Thursday, Feb. 13.

SYRACUSE — A Columbia City man faces four charges after allegedly breaking into a vehicle and a residence where he then fell asleep. Aaron Phillip Snyder, 33, 349 North Line Street, faces charges of possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; residential entry, a level 6 felony; unauthorized entry of a motor vehicle, a class …read more.

J. Victoria Housour, 48, of Retired Tigers Apartments, Warsaw passed away in her residence at 3:10 p.m., Monday, Feb. 10, 2020. She was born Feb. 12, 1971, in Gallia County, Ohio to Deborah Ann Holderby, who preceded her. Surviving is a brother Thomas Seymour of Warsaw. Services will be held at a later date. McHatton-Sadler …read more.

WARSAW — For those struggling with technology issues on a computer, phone, tablet, eReader or other electronic device, the Warsaw Community Public Library has a solution. Twice a month the library holds a Tech Tutor program, formerly called Computer Clinic, which gives participants the opportunity to find answers to their technology related questions.

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 person was booked in the Whitley County Jail:

NORTH WEBSTER — Discussion focusing on replacing two truck radios and how the county option income tax is determined highlighted the monthly meeting of the Tippecanoe Township Advisory Board’s meeting Wednesday, Feb. 12. Heads up on equipment needing replaced by the North Webster Fire Department was given by Deputy Chief Dave Rensberger. Rensberger noted two …read more.

Small Claims The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Stucky Lauer & Young LLP v. Mita K. Deton, aka Mita K. Denton, $620 Ruch Rentals v. Shane Frasure and Tyler Hensley, $1,267.82 Warsaw Eastgate Apartments v. Cori Groninger, $1,500 Warsaw Health System LLC dba Komyatte …read more.

WARSAW — A Fort Wayne man was recently arrested for dealing marijuana in connection with an attempted robbery in October 2019. Alexander Thomas Clowser, 18, 2714 Enfield Cove, Fort Wayne, is charged with dealing in marijuana in an amount in excess of 30 grams, a level 6 felony; possession of marijuana, a class B misdemeanor; …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    

Elizabeth J. “Jan” Howard, 85, Atwood, passed away at 6:42 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020, in her residence. Jan was born on May 20, 1934, in Bravo, Michigan to Alfred R. and Esther L. (Fowler) Jorgensen, both deceased. She was united in marriage to Robert N. Howard  in 1958, who preceded her in death in …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 6:50 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, West Old Road 30 near North CR 350W, Warsaw. Driver: Alma G. Franco De Gutierrez, West CR 250S 4, Warsaw. De Gutierrez’s vehicle collided with a deer. Damages up to $2,500. 5:16 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, West …read more.

Shane Bradley Given SYM’s Client-First Service Award WINONA LAKE — SYM Financial Advisors announced Shane Bradley, CFP, MS, as the recipient of SYM’s Client-First Service Award. Each year, the Client-First Service Award recognizes a single member of SYM’s team for exemplifying the core values that drive the success of the organization: serving clients uncommonly well …read more.

Lawrence “Larry” Craig Sims passed away at 11:25 a.m., Feb. 11, 2020, at his residence. One of ten children, Larry was born Sept. 16, 1951 in Pittsburgh, Penn. to George and Ethel (Kenney) Sims. Larry graduated from Shade High School in 1968, in Cairnbrook, Penn. After high school, Larry attended East Tennessee State University and …read more.

Patsy Rittenhouse, 83, Fort Wayne, passed away at 4 a.m. on Feb. 11, 2020, at Apple Ridge Assisted Living, Fort Wayne. One of four children, Patsy was born on April 22, 1936, in North Manchester, to Millard R. and Mildred M. (Brandenburg) Walgamuth. After graduating from Chester High School in 1954, Patsy married Lt. James …read more.

Linda Kay Hamilton, 70, Silver Lake, passed away Feb. 11, 2020, at her home. Linda was born April 12, 1949, in Warsaw, to Gordon Kline and Lillie Lucille (Hamilton) Herendeen. Linda graduated from Warsaw High School in 1967 and then went on to graduate from Ravenscroft Beauty College in 1969. In March 1983, she married …read more.

WARSAW — Financial aid professionals will be participating in College Goal Sunday at 38 locations in Indiana including Ivy Tech Community College Warsaw, Sunday, Feb. 23. Ivy Tech Warsaw’s event is set for 2-4 p.m. at the Ivy Tech Warsaw campus, 2545 Silveus Crossing, Warsaw. Ivy Tech Fort Wayne will be hosting the event during …read more.

SPRING ARBOR, Mich. – Grace’s women’s basketball team picked up a critical late-season win on the road, beating Spring Arbor 71-65 on Wednesday.

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

WINONA LAKE — A variety of unique locally handmade items will be auctioned at the Annual Charity Auction Fundraiser Friday, Feb. 28, in the Winona Heritage Room, 901 Park Ave., Winona Lake. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and the auction, conducted by Glenn Hochstetler of MeadowBlend Auctions, will commence at 7 p.m. Homemade pies …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Town Council approved the move of the chlorine tank and a structure to cover it at its regular monthly meeting Tuesday evening, Feb. 11, at the North Webster Community Center. Lisa Strombeck presided. Utilities Manager Jayne Alger explained the tank was currently located near some controls and close to a …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 6:28 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, East CR 150N, east of North CR 850E, Pierceton. Driver: Shawn J. Ponsler, 45, Syracuse-Webster Road, Syracuse. A deer ran into the side of Ponsler’s vehicle. Damage up to $5,000.  North Webster Officers with the North Webster …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 8:09 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, 100 block EMS B6B Lane, Leesburg. Jerry Willis Tomey reported reported a burglary.  5:44 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, 6100 block Old Road 30, Warsaw. Damaged property from a hit and run accident was reported.  6:34 p.m. Tuesday, …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College’s Winona History Center will host ‘Small-Town Americana: Bringing Accessibility to the Billy and Helen Sunday Home’ 7 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 20, at the Winona History Center, 105 9th Street, Winona Lake. The free event is open to the public and will celebrate the launch of a new digitized program that …read more.

Judith Elaine Etling, 79, Wabash, died at 9:55 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020, at her home. She was born April 18, 1940, in Wabash, to Bert Brothers Sr and Gladys (Metzger) Fisher. Judy was a graduate of Wabash High School. She married Lyle R. “Tom Freeman” Etling in Wabash on June 21, 1959; he died …read more.

SOUTH BEND – Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill spoke Wednesday at a brief burial service for 2,411 aborted fetuses found last year on the property of the late Dr. Ulrich Klopfer. The remains were interred at Southlawn Cemetery in South Bend, Indiana. They are associated with abortions Dr. Klopfer performed in Indiana clinics in Fort …read more.

Sharon Doran, 84, formerly of Burket, passed at 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020, at her son’s residence. Sharon was born on Aug. 3, 1935, in Warsaw, to the late E. Ward and Phyllis (Hire) Williamson. She married on Nov. 2, 1957, in Burket to Marshall Brooke Doran, he preceded her in death on Aug. …read more.

PIERCETON — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 1048 S. CR 325E, Pierceton. Lando Lando is a sweet and shy guy who enjoys long walks on a moonlit beach. At least, he believes he does. Lando is a one-year-old, neutered, male Hound mix, weighing 35 pounds. …read more.

Mary (Knepper) Lee, 96, Warsaw, passed away at 9:02 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020, in her residence. She was born on May 2, 1923, in Etna Green, to Robert and Amy (Iden) Knepper. Mary has lived her entire life in Kosciusko County. On Aug. 24, 1946, she was united in marriage to Federal Judge Gene …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Businesses based in Kosciusko County are invited to have a booth space at the twelfth annual Northern Indiana Lakes Festival, Saturday, May 23, at Center Lake Park in Warsaw. Booth spaces cost $75 and start at 10 feet by 10 feet. Applications are available now through Apr. 1, email [email protected] to start …read more.

CLAYPOOL — The town of Claypool will hold a special meeting at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, regarding the purchase and financing of new town vehicles, as well as an upcoming wastewater project. The meeting will take place at the town barn, located at 408 S. Graceland Ave., Claypool. It is open to the public.

J. Victoria Housour, 48, Retired Tigers Apartments, Warsaw, passed away in her residence at 3:10 p.m., Monday, Feb. 10, 2020. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

NAPPANEE — The mother of a Nappanee child who was severely neglected by others will be sentenced at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, after failing to report her child had been abused. Rune Star Springer, 26, 9872 E. King Arthur Trail, Cromwell, is charged with neglect of a dependent resulting in serious bodily injury, a …read more.

LaPORTE COUNTY — The federal government has approved the final engineering phase of the South Shore Double Track Northwest Indiana project, paving the way for faster service from South Bend to Chicago.

ETNA GREEN — The Etna Green Town Council spent part of its Feb. 11 meeting discussing the possibility of the town providing Bourbon Public Library cards to citizens. Bourbon Public Library Director Nicholas Treber and Etna Green Church of Christ Pastor Jordan Ickes were both present at the meeting to discuss a proposal for the …read more.

Elizabeth “Jan” Howard, 85, Atwood, passed away at 6:42 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020, in her residence. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

PIERCETON — The revitalized Pierceton Park Board elected officers at its second meeting, Tuesday evening, Feb. 11. The park board members, appointed by the town council, include Kim Rose, who will serve as president of the park board. Annie Espinoza will serve as secretary. Cindy Kreger and Paula Smith will also serve on the board. …read more.

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — A woman is facing charges after police say she stole more than $800 worth of merchandise from a popular body care and home fragrance store.

Herb E. Mann, 91, Grace Village, Winona Lake, passed away at 6:45 p.m., Monday, Feb. 10, 2020, in Grace Village Healthcare, Winona Lake. Herb was born on Jan. 18, 1929, in Adrian, Mich. to Irving D. and Vera (Grimes) Mann. He was united in marriage to Hilda “Liz” Weiss on March 31, 1951, in Michigan.  Herb …read more.

NAPPANEE — NorthWood survived a late rally by Sectional 21 rival West Noble at the Panther Pit for its fourth straight win Tuesday night.

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

WARSAW — The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Kosciusko County from 5 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, to 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13. All of northern Indiana is included in the advisory, including Fulton, Marshall, Elkhart, Whitley and Wabash counties. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 2:35 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11, 200 block West Main St., Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of battery resulting in serious bodily injury. 9:33 p.m. Monday, Feb. 10, 8200 block East US 30, Pierceton. Officers investigated a report of criminal mischief.   Warsaw …read more.

Maxine Eatherton, 93, of Columbia City, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020, at Miller’s Merry Manor Inc., Columbia City. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City.

Michael D. Shafer, 57, Rochester passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.

Linda Larsen Hoover, 65, Winona Lake, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Feb. 10, 2020, at her residence. She was born on Sept. 19, 1954, in Rockford, Ill. to Helen Jane (Scott) Larsen and Harold Kenneth Larsen. Linda was a very well known face at Cardinal Services in Warsaw, where she had worked as a Social …read more.

CLAYPOOL — The Claypool Lions Club will be selling fish and tenderloin on Saturday, Feb. 15. The Claypool Lions Club will start selling at noon until 4 p.m. or sold out, said a news release from the Claypool Lions Club. The Claypool Lions Club is located at 201 West Calhoun Street, Claypool. Orders will be …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    

MISHAWAKA – Northridge sent three divers to the IHSAA State Finals, Concord sending another.

Basketball results for Tuesday, Feb. 11.

SYRACUSE — Nearly 300 students are enrolled in a Pathways Cooperative class, it was reported during the regular monthly meeting of the Wawasee School Board Tuesday evening, Feb. 11, in Syracuse. Vince Beasley, first year director of Pathways, based at Wawasee High School, gave a brief report to the school board. Pathways includes Wawasee, West …read more.

SOUTH BEND — A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared for a South Bend man. The South Bend Police Department is investigating the disappearance of Timothy E. Hulse, a 53-year-old white male who is 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighs 200 pounds. He has brown and gray hair with brown eyes. Hulse was last …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Updates on the annual North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce Banquet were given at the Monday, Feb. 10, meeting at the Tippecanoe Township Building, Board member and dinner chairman Susan Stump, The Papers, said the committee is still accepting donations of items and gift certificates for the silent auction, which will begin …read more.

SYRACUSE — During the Syracuse Parks and Recreation Board meeting Monday, Feb. 10, Park Superintendent Chad Jonsson said the tree board had recently listened to a presentation from the St. Joseph River Basin Commission in regards to a stormwater control grant. “They have selected three communities in Michigan and three communities in Indiana to participate …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Grace College hoops stars Myles Johnson and Vironnica Drake earned Player of the Week awards.

WARSAW — A Winona Lake man will be sentenced at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, after running over a man with a vehicle after a drug deal soured. Daniel Hugo Duenas, 21, 2326 E. Pierceton Road, Winona Lake, is charged with aggravated battery, a level 3 felony; and reckless homicide, a level 5 felony. Duenas …read more.

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

PLYMOUTH — Wawasee’s Iron Pride Robotics team took the tourney championship and skills championship Saturday, Feb. 8, at Plymouth High School, increasing the season trophy count to 16. “With two more chances to qualify for state, teams are working and putting in long hours,” said Wawasee’s head coach Jed Wandland. “574C and 574D are qualified …read more.

WARSAW — As Zimmer Biomet continues looking at ways to improve efficiency and ensure they are investing in priority growth areas, some corporate positions were recently eliminated at the Warsaw-based orthopedic company.  The eliminated positions reportedly involved less than100 jobs and did not include Zimmer Biomet’s manufacturing employees, according to Monica Kendrick, vice-president of external communications. …read more.

North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following incident: 9:57 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11, 700 block South Main St., North Webster. A representative for Ye Olde Tackle Box reported burglary. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 9:43 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11, 800 block South Union St., …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department responded to the following accidents: 4:51 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11, US 30, west of North Parker Street, Warsaw. Drivers: Donald D. Clem, 57, Flotron Drive, Huber Heights, OH; and Brad V. Erickson, 58, West Plymouth Street, Bremen. Clem was traveling east on US 30 when his vehicle rear-ended …read more.

MILFORD — Several Milford volunteer firefighters attended the Monday evening, Feb. 10, Milford Town Council meeting to discuss the department’s urgent need for new air packs. According to Milford Fire Chief Todd Haines, the department’s current air packs, nearly 20 years old, are no longer compliant with state regulations. New air packs, including masks and …read more.

Milton J. Null Jr., 88, of Leesburg passed away on Feb. 7, 2020, at Millers Merry Manor of Warsaw. He was born on Sept. 1, 1931, in Elkhart, to Milton & Mary Null Sr.  He served on an Air Force Police Unit at a Base Camp at Okinawa during the Korean Conflict. He lived and …read more.

Eli Miller, 85, passed away Wednesday morning of Feb. 5, 2020 at home.  He was born Sept. 23, 1934, to Jake and Polly (Helmuth) Miller in Arthur, Illinois. On Aug. 8, 1971 he married Mary Sue Yoder of Garden City, Missouri in Goshen. Surviving him are his wife, Mary Sue; a son, K. Erich (Kristine …read more.

WALKERTON — Indiana Conservation officers are investigating an off-road vehicle crash that occurred sometime over the weekend near on Union Road in St. Joseph County. A 74-year-old male was found at the scene and pronounced deceased. At approximately 9:23 a.m., Monday, a motorist in the area contacted 911 in reference to what appeared to be …read more.

ETNA GREEN — A recent audit for Etna Township has led to the discovery of several instances of noncompliance. An audit by the Indiana Board of Accounts was completed for the time period from Jan. 1, 2015, to Dec. 31, 2018. Gary Sponseller, the former Etna Township trustee, resigned July 19, 2019, after moving out …read more.

George A. Bushong, 97, Syracuse, passed away at 7 p.m., Feb. 11, 2020, at Wellbrooke of South Bend in South Bend. Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St. is in charge of arrangements.

Herb E. Mann, 91, Winona Lake, passed away at 6;45 p.m., Monday, Feb. 10, 2020, in Grace Village Health Care and Rehabilitation, Winona Lake. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

MACY — On Monday, Feb. 10, a criminal investigation by Indiana State Police resulted in the arrest of Titan James Kaiser, 25, Macy, on two felony charges for child molestation. In June 2019, police started an investigation after receiving information that a 12-year-old girl had possibly been molested at a Miami County home. During the …read more.

WARSAW — Lilly Endowment recently announced that Amy Holton, Washington STEM Academy EL teacher, is a recipient of its 2020 Teacher Creativity Fellowship. The program will provide Holton with a grant to pursue her passions of community, communication and travel. According to a Warsaw Community Schools press release, Hilton grew up in Wapakoneta, OH, and …read more.

Pictured standing, from left, are attorneys Jack Birch and Jeff Smith, representing Blue Barn Berry Farm. WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals once again heard a request made by Blue Barn Berry Farm during the meeting held Tuesday, Feb. 11. Representatives of Blue Barn Berry Farm, 9139 N 300 E, Syracuse, are …read more.

  WARSAW — The National Weather Service predicts snow Wednesday, Feb. 12, and frigid temperatures by Friday. Tuesday, Feb. 11, will be partly sunny with a high near 35. Tonight will be mostly cloudy with a low of 24. Wednesday brings an 80% chance of rain and snow between 1-4 p.m. with a high near …read more.

SYRACUSE — The first order of business for the Turkey Creek fire board Monday, Feb. 10, was swearing in Layne Neal as the department’s newest firefighter/EMT. Township attorney Andrew Grossnickle administered the oath and Layne’s father, Lamont, took the honor of placing the official pin on Layne’s collar. In other action, the fire and township …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Community Foundation invites the community to attend the sixth annual Barn and Business Breakfast from 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. Thursday, March 5, at the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center, Winona Lake. Each year, this event brings together community members and works to connect vital industries within Kosciusko County to discuss community …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Sportswriters and Sportscasters Association is announced its incoming Hall of Fame Class Tuesday morning.

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

WARSAW — Since November 2019, Lincoln Elementary School has shipped out eight care packages to two soldiers overseas, with two extra boxes for them to share during Christmas. According to a press release from Warsaw Community Schools, these soldiers are deployed until the end of February and receiving those care packages brings them joy each …read more.

  SYRACUSE — It was a gray, February afternoon in northern Indiana, but that didn’t stop 55 people from attending Chautauqua-Wawasee’s latest event, “Gardening in the Face of a Changing Climate,” featuring John Edgerton, held Saturday, Feb. 8, at the Oakwood Inn. Those attending came from as far as Fort Wayne and South Bend, as …read more.

Amanda Chupp, 80, of Nappanee, passed away in the loving arms of her daughter, surrounded by family, at 11:52 a.m., Monday, February 10, 2020 at Goshen Hospital.  She was born June 21, 1939 in Kosciusko County, to Levi J. and Elizabeth (Hershberger) Kuhns. On April 2, 1963 she married LaMar F. Chupp.  He preceded her …read more.

By Darla McCammon The artist we featured last week, Kathy Stutzman, has been creating encaustic artwork. This lovely aqua creation is one of her pieces. Encaustic painting, also known as hot wax painting, uses beeswax that is heated and mixed with various color pigments that are usually in powder form. Once heated and fused with …read more.

LEESBURG — Town Council on Monday, Feb. 10, agreed to spend $55,747 for a power upgrade and electrical equipment at the main lift station.  Derek Tenney of Tenney & Sons, Inc., Warsaw, provided a sanitary sewer report addressing call-ins related to pump issues.  The biggest issue, Tenney said, was at Avalign Technologies, on SR 15, …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Grace College softball is hoping offseason adjustments pan out to success in 2020.

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.

NORTH MANCHESTER – Stewart Copeland – A prolific American composer of opera, ballet and film and founder of The Police – has composed an exciting opera that he describes as a “period, sci-fi, romantic black comedy.” The Manchester University Music Department and the Manchester Symphony Orchestra offer the collegiate debut of The Invention of Morel …read more.

Carson Ousley, 86, Grace Village Retirement Community of Winona Lake, passed away at 2:30 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 10, 2020. He was born on Aug. 25, 1933, in Floyd County, Kentucky to Melvine (Pitts) Ousley and Alvin Ousley. On July 30, 1956, he was married to Mary Nancy (Salmons) Ousley, who survives. Carson enlisted in …read more.

NAPPANEE — String students of the Wawasee Community School Corporation orchestra programs traveled to NorthWood High School in Nappanee Saturday, Feb. 1, to participate in the Indiana Secondary School Music Association solo and ensemble competition. The annual event, held in multiple locations around the state, gives music students the opportunity to perform solos and ensembles …read more.

SIDNEY –– The new era of Sidney town government – ushered in with three newly-appointed leaders – faced a setback Monday night, Feb. 10. The town’s new clerk-treasurer, Etta Hurd, sat through her first town council meeting Monday night, Feb. 10, and then unexpectedly resigned. Hurd and two new town council members – Sharon Rancourt …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Town Council discussed a possible oversized truck ordinance at its meeting, Monday evening, Feb. 10. Council members, along with Pierceton Police Chief Tim Simmons, discussed looking into an ordinance regarding oversized truck traffic and axel limits in residential areas in the town. Specifically, the council and Sammons referenced issues with oversized …read more.

AKRON – Tippecanoe Valley and Knox tied at 77 in boys swimming Monday night.

WARSAW – Warsaw Little League is holding a “Play It Forward” apparel and equipment swap.

WARSAW – Special Olympics Kosciusko County have been busy in area tournaments preparing for March’s sectional tournament.

FORT WAYNE – The TinCaps received approval to further expand the protective netting at Parkview Field.

Basketball results for Monday, Feb. 10.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Public Library Board of Trustees continued their discussion on the library’s dry fire protection system project during a meeting on Monday, Feb. 10. Bids regarding repair work that will occur after the system is installed have to be submitted to the library by contractors no later than 4 p.m. Friday, …read more.

WARSAW — A man was recently arrested after driving a vehicle shortly after using marijuana. Kyle Leonard Williams, 26, 8160 Hickory Ave., Gary, is charged with obstruction of justice, a level 6 felony; driving while suspended, a class A misdemeanor; and operating while intoxicated, a class C misdemeanor. On Jan. 16, an officer with the …read more.