Beth L. Anglin, 65, Warsaw, passed at 1:50 a.m., Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at the Center for Hospice Care of Elkhart. Arrangements are pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone

The Etna Green Town Council discussed electricity service at a local business and property upkeep at a residence during a meeting on Tuesday, July 14.

Mary B. Martin, 85 of Nappanee, died surrounded by her three children at 8:31 p.m. Sunday, July 12, 2020 at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw. Mary was born on June 8, 1935 in Seagraves, Texas, to Revada and Paula (Mangum) Helton. She married Ralph I. Martin on Nov. 24, 1960 in Amarillo, Texas. He preceded …read more.

Gladys M. Speicher, 84, rural Wabash, died at 3:23 p.m., Saturday, July 11, 2020, at Parkview Wabash Hospital. She was born Jan. 13, 1936, in Chili, to Gaylord “Bud” and Dorothy (Kidd) Grandstaff. Gladys married James E. Speicher in Wabash on May 23, 1953; he died May 30, 2017. She received her BS from the …read more.

Hector Oviedo, 72, peacefully passed away with his family near his bedside on Monday, July 13, 2020, at the Life Care Center of Rochester. He was born in Chihuahua, Mexico on Oct. 10, 1947, to Hermenejildo and Soledad (Molina) Oviedo. On March 10 1973, Hector married Maria I. Mendoza in Plymouth. He adored his grandchildren …read more.

The body of a 5-year-old child was recovered Tuesday night, July 14, after going missing while swimming. 

Harold Rex Wildman, Warsaw, known to everyone as Rex, passed away at 8:58 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28, 2020, at the age of 96. He was born on April 22, 1923, in Deedsville, to Frances (Balsbaugh) and Francis Ellis Wildman. The oldest of 10 children, he moved to Kosciusko County at the age of 10 when …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 3:50 p.m. Monday, July 13. On North SR 19, north of West CR 900N, Warsaw. Drivers: Sabino Barriga Cisneros, 40, Fenmore Ave., Goshen; and Steven J. Gearhart, 38, Prairie Lane, Nappanee. Cisneros was traveling behind Gearhart and cites being distracted by …read more.

What the 2020-21 school year will look like for the Wawasee Community School Corporation is becoming more clear, but understandably plans are of a more tentative nature depending on state directives on the pandemic.

Six jury members and two alternates were selected Tuesday, July 14, in the first day of what is expected to be a four-day trial in a lawsuit involving a shooting death that occurred in 2014.

It did not take long for people to begin taking advantage of free COVID-19 testing in Warsaw.

By Maggie Kenworthy InkFreeNews WARSAW — The Kosciusko Board of Zoning Appeals held a two-hour meeting Tuesday morning, July 14. The request that caused the most discussion involved Sparkman Family Auction, 3805 S. Industrial Drive, Warsaw. Area Planning Director Dan Richard explained that in 2018, Sparkman Family Auction received permission to run an auction business …read more.

Outstanding artwork was submitted and recognized Sunday, July 12 at the Lakeland Art Association reception at the gallery located at 302 Winona, Warsaw.

The Elkhart County Health Department has issued a mandate requiring individuals to wear a face covering in all indoor areas open to the public, all outdoor areas open to the public where a distance of six feet from individuals outside of their household cannot be maintained, and all private indoor or outdoor areas where a distance of six feet from individuals outside of their household cannot be maintained.

Syracuse Parks and Recreation board members were apprised on the status of various park department projects during their regular meeting Monday, July 13.

By Briley Gargis InkFreeNews WARSAW – A Warsaw man was injured in a crash that occurred just before noon on Monday, July 13. Scott M. Clay, 23, was treated on scene and transported to KCH for his injuries after he lost control of his vehicle and ran into the side of a house. Clay was …read more.

Robert C. “Tommy” Thomas, 74, Warsaw, passed away July 12, 2020 at 6:27 p.m. at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. Tommy had been in declining health the past year. On Dec. 5, 1945, he was born to Robert C. Thomas and Violet Sandburg. Shortly after Tommy’s birth his mother died and Mary Belle (Warwick) Rex Thomas …read more.

News Release WARSAW – The City of Warsaw Street Department will be paving Oak Street and Ireland Drive on Wednesday, July 22, and Thursday, July 23. Weather permitting, Ireland Drive will be paved on July 22. Oak Street will be paved on July 23. No parking or access will be allowed between the hours of …read more.

Karin Faye Skipper, 71, Ligonier, passed away on Monday, July, 13 2020, at Avalon Village in Ligonier. She was born on July 20, 1948, the daughter of Carol and Elise (Mullins) Skipper in Maryland. She is survived by her son, Brent Erb of Kimmell; two grandchildren, Kyrsti Erb and Brian (Alista) Erb, both of Hartford …read more.

Evelyn Rice, 87, Wawaka, passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2020, at her home. She was born on May 20, 1933, the daughter of Meryl and Bessie (Klepper) Crouse in Newville. On Dec. 23, 1955, she married Robert G. Rice; he preceded her in death on Sept. 5, 2014. Evelyn enjoyed life, good food, and …read more.

Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce announced its July Member of the Month, Man Cave Brewing Company, 10201 N. SR 13, Syracuse. A great place to be in Syracuse, people can stop in for dinner from 4-9 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

By David Hazledine InkFreeNews MILFORD — Milford Town Council concluded its public meeting Monday, July 13, with a discussion of the feasibility of a bike path running from the town to Waubee Lake Park. However, it could be many years before such a path becomes a reality. During clerk reports, Town Clerk/Treasurer Tricia Gall informed …read more.

Warsaw’s August First Friday “COVID Cruise-in” event has been cancelled and is now tentatively rescheduled for Friday, September 4.

News Release WARSAW – There will be a blood drive from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 22 at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1720 E. Center St., Warsaw. The Warsaw High School blood drive is sponsored by Warsaw High School JAG. JAG stands for Jobs for America’s Graduates, a grant-funded program at Warsaw Community …read more.

The Nappanee Apple Festival has been cancelled for this year.

A Michigan man was arrested following an alleged domestic battery incident in a residence where children were present.

Sara M. Rhodes, 91, of Warsaw, passed away at 12:12 p.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2020, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Syracuse. She was born on April 17, 1929 in Albion to Gloyd and Bessie Mable (Hockenbarger) Gaff. She graduated in 1947 from Albion High School and attended college in Nebraska for a few years. …read more.

Terry W. Stevens, 69, of rural Tipton, died Sunday, July 12, 2020, at his home surrounded by family. He was born July 25, 1950, in Frankfort, to James and Norma Ward Stevens. He married Brenda Click on Oct. 4, 1998, and she survives. Terry was a 1968 graduate of Clinton Central High School and a …read more.

The Milford Police Department is asking the community’s help in finding any information on this individual pictured and his identity.

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

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Investigated the following Incidents: 12:26 a.m. Tuesday, July 14, 700 block of East Market Street, Warsaw. The Warsaw Parks Department Reported criminal mischief. 4:37 p.m. Monday, July 13, 700 block of Colfax Street, Warsaw. James M. Bouterse reported the theft of medicine from his home.

Turkey Creek fire and township advisory boards Monday, July 13, approved sending Fire Chief Mickey Scott’s 2021 proposed operations and equipment replacement budgets for further consideration by the Syracuse Town Council.

David Ryan “Dave” Kistler, 52, Warsaw, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2020, at his home. He was born on Dec. 16, 1967, in Goshen to David L. “Lawrence” and Suzanne K. (Knepper) Kistler. He was lifetime area resident, graduated in 1986 from Wawasee High School in Syracuse, and attended Huntington College in Huntington. He …read more.

Joseph Daniel “Joe” Wiggins, 34, Warsaw, passed away at 6:45 a.m. on Friday, July 10, 2020, at his home. He was born on Dec. 14, 1985, in Spokane, Wash. to Troy D. Riley and Nancy Ann Wiggins. He graduated from High School & attended college in Spokane, Wash. He lived most of his life in …read more.

Gwendolyn “Gwen” Mae Teeple formerly of Leesburg, and a resident of Grace Village Retirement Community, Winona Lake, Indiana went to see her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at 6:53 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, 2020, at Grace Village Health Care at the age of 92. She was born on Oct. 22, 1927, in LaPlace, Illinois …read more.

The July 13 meeting of the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce began with the secretary and treasurer reports being approved. The main agenda items being discussed were members of the month, a property on SR 13 and Backwater Road and open seats on the chamber board.

Leesburg Council Member Tom Moore gave an update regarding the town’s septic system at the at the Leesburg Town Council meeting Monday, July 13.

WINONA LAKE – Chad Briscoe and the Grace College athletic department are highly optimistic of a 2020-21 season, beginning this fall.

More Kosciusko County residents read Ink Free News than any other news source. Turn to InkFreeNews.com to get the story that is fresh, fast, and accurate.

The Warsaw Community Public Library Board of Trustees approved changes to library card fees and employees’ medical policies during a meeting on Monday, July 13.

North Webster Community Public Library had the official ribbon cutting on the brand spanking new facility, Monday, July 13 with the official assistance of the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce.

Local chamber of commerce organizations across Indiana were recognized for excellence by the Indiana Chamber Executives Association at the 2020 Annual Membership Meeting.

Goshen Health has released the following COVID-19 activity as of July 13, going back to March 11.

Kenneth “Ken” Wilson Bish, 89, Grace Village Retirement Community in Winona Lake, passed away at 4:40 a.m. on Monday, July 13, 2020 at Grace Village Health Care. He was born on Oct. 10, 1930, in Kittanning, Penn. to Dorothy (Wimer) Pacek and Ralph Wilson Bish. On Aug. 17, 1952, he was married to Virginia Lee …read more.

The Indiana State Department of Health will host a free COVID-19 drive-thru testing clinic in Warsaw for two weeks beginning Tuesday morning, July 14.

Patrick Stevens, DO, has joined the team of family medicine doctors at Goshen Physicians Osteopathic Family Clinic Nappanee. He provides comprehensive primary care to patients of all ages and generations.

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

News Release WARSAW  – United Way is partnering with Warsaw and Wawasee Schools to launch START UNITED, a summer experience for 1,000 children who need a boost before the first day of school. “This partnership will provide an on-ramp for students who need to regain any momentum that has been lost since March,” said Darren …read more.

Marshall County The following people were booked in the Marshall County Jail: Noble County The following people were booked in the Noble County Jail: Whitley County The following people were booked in the Whitley County Jail:

By David Hazledine InkFreeNews MILFORD — Milford Animal Clinic was the site of the 2020 Kosciusko County 4-H Fair alpaca show on Sunday, July 12. The outdoor location allowed participants from KCounty Alpaca Pride-Kosciusko County 4-H Alpaca Project to opt out of county fair arena rules regarding face masks when showing their animals. Cadence Gibson …read more.

Kosciusko County  Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 5:09 a.m. Sunday, July 12, 100 block East Market St., Pierceton. Jamy A. Gregory reported a vehicle that left the scene of an accident resulting in property damage. 9:02 a.m. Saturday, July 11, 9800 block East King Arthur Trail, Cromwell. Billy P. …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 5:09 a.m. Monday, July 13, North SR 15, east of West CR 1350N, Milford. Drivers: Jayson R. Harper, 16, East Waterford Street, Wakarusa; and Kevin M. Caudill, 46, West SR 110, Argos. Harper was traveling west on CR 1350N when he stopped …read more.

News Release  WARSAW – There will be a food distribution at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 15, at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, 1400 E. Smith St. in Warsaw Fresh perishable items and dry goods offered free of charge. All items will be pre-boxed and pre-bagged. First come, first served, for up to 400 households while supplies …read more.

Darlene Graham, 61, Pierceton, passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2020 at 10:15 a.m. in her residence. Darlene was born on Aug. 3, 1958, in Covington, Ky. to Clay and Elizabeth (Turner) Deaton. She  was united in marriage to Clifford Graham in 1984 in Vermont. She attended Northwood High School, Nappanee. She enjoyed being a homemaker during …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.

First responders responded to an accident involving one vehicle and one person on Reed St., just north of Center St., Warsaw on Monday, July 13. 

North Manchester Co-op is hosting an open house for homeschooling July 23. 

Temperatures will be high with some precipitation near the end of the week, according to the National Weather Service. 

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department responded to the following accidents: 3:35 a.m. Sunday, July 12. On East US 30, west of East Center St., Warsaw. Drivers: Robert K. Stouder, 76, Washington St., Auburn, Pa.; David R. Nadeau, 50, Otter Creek Court, Fort Wayne; and Laurie M. Nadeau, 47, Otter Creek Court, Fort Wayne. …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following Incidents: 8:47 p.m. Saturday, July 11, 2500 block of Walton Blvd., Warsaw. Joshua E. Ratliff reported the theft of consumable goods from Walmart. Value:$186.19 4:29 p.m. Saturday, July 11, 1200 block of Lake City Highway, Warsaw. Three separate people were robbed either at Meijer or …read more.

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

Paula Lee Johnson-Stephens, 64, of Columbia City, passed away on July 10, 2020, at Miller’s at Oak Pointe. Born in Fort Wayne, on Aug. 11, 1955, to the late Harry and Gloria (Boggs) Johnson. She spent her formative years in Churubusco, graduating from Churubusco High School. Paula spent part of her adult life in Arkansas. …read more.

Jack L. West, 89, Plymouth, and formerly of Wabash, passed away July 11, 2020, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth. Born April 10, 1931, in North Manchester, Jack was one of seven children born to Harry Oren “Jack” and Helen F. (Hare) West. After graduating from Central High School in 1949, Jack joined the United States …read more.

Paul H. Stull, 73, passed away at 4 a.m., July 9, 2020, at Miller’s Merry Manor Nursing Home in Plymouth. Paul was the son of Earl and Eva Burkholder Stull who was born in Plymouth, on Oct. 24, 1946. He has been a life long resident of the Plymouth and Tyner area living in a …read more.

Mary L. (Halt) Crocker, 92, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2020, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth. Born Aug. 31, 1927, to Fred and Irene Halt in Lapaz. Her mother died when she was 7 years old and thereafter she was raised by her aunt and uncle, Nelson and Nellie Seltenright. Mary graduated in 1945 …read more.

Robert C. “Tommy” Thomas, 74 passed away at 6:27 p.m., July 12, 2020, at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. Arrangements are pending.

On Monday, July 13th at 9:00 am we will begin accepting applications through the Rental Assistance Portal at: http://www.indianahousingnow.org.

Much like the other schools in our community, Sacred Heart School is gearing up for a successful reopening of the 2020-2021 school year.

Eleanor (Mathews) Stiffler Hillery, 93, New Paris, went to her eternal heavenly home at 2:02 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2020, after a brief illness at Goshen Hospital. She was born on Sept. 26, 1926, in New Paris, In to Lloyd and Cecelia (Arnold) Mathews. She graduated from New Paris High School and was a …read more.

We missed you, the dinosaurs missed you, the animals on the Carousel missed you and we can’t wait to welcome you back for a smart restart of the world’s biggest and best children’s museum. When the time is right for your family, we want you to know that The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is prepared …read more.

Henry Joseph Yoder, 86, Nappanee, died peacefully in his sleep of natural causes at his home on Saturday, July 11, 2020.  Henry was born on Oct. 28, 1933, in Kosciusko County, to Harvey J. and Fannie (Schmucker) Yoder.  He married Wilma Miller on Nov. 15, 1956 in Nappanee, and they lived in matrimony for 63 …read more.

Larry Allen Barrett, 75, North Webster, passed away at 1:20 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2020, at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw. He was born on April 4, 1945, in Chicago Heights, Ill. to Norman V. and Alice A. (Kieper) Barrett. He graduated in 1963 from Bloom Township High School in Chicago Heights and moved …read more.

Ray A. Haab, 83, Milford, passed away peacefully at 2:35 a.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2020, at his home. He was born on March 12, 1937, in Milford, to Elmer and Rose (Beer) Haab. He was a lifetime Milford area resident, graduated in 1955 from Milford High School, and was a United States Army veteran …read more.

Eleanor Hillery, 93, New Paris, passed away at 2:02 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2020, at Goshen Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse

Ronald L. Coplen, 78, formerly of Gilead and Akron, passed away at 9:20 a.m., Sunday, July 12, 2020, at Mason Health and Rehabilitation Center of Warsaw. Ronnie was born on March 20, 1942, in Miami County, Indiana to the late Wayne D. and Vada I. (King) Coplen. He was raised working on the family farm …read more.

David Ryan “Dave” Kistler, 52, Warsaw, formerly of Syracuse, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2020 at his home. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S, Huntington St., Syracuse

Vicki Hoover, 74, Syracuse, passed away on July 11, 2020, at her home. She was born on July 30, 1945 in Syracuse, to Lawrence and Velva (Brown) Firestone. She was a 1963 graduate of Syracuse High School. She then went on to the Engenie Bauerle School of Beauty Culture in Chicago, Ill. On May 10, …read more.

WARSAW — The YMCA of Warsaw is preparing several sporting opportunities in the coming weeks for children of all ages.

Weekly little league scores for Warsaw Little League and Wawasee Summer League.

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.

Below is a collection of photos provided by 4-H leaders during the 2020 4-H competition in Warsaw. All photos provided.      

Electric Consumer hosted its 23rd annual student calendar contest for the 2021 cooperative calendar.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department Investigated the following Incidents: 4:27 p.m. Friday, July 10, 200 block South Lake St., Warsaw. Douglas Blanton reported the theft of a moped. Value: $400. 10:48 p.m. Friday, July 10, 200 block East Canal St., Warsaw. Warsaw Parks Department reported criminal mischief.

Staff Report WARSAW – Kosciusko County 4-H leaders have announced the final winners in this year’s livestock contests. The Grand Champion Dairy Steer winner was Jared Beer, Milford, Reserve Champion Dairy Steer winner was Justin Beer, Milford. Results from the auction were not yet available. Below are photos of the winners.  

Every summer, ninety-five percent of U.S. libraries offer summer reading programs. Our summer reading theme this year is “Imagine Your Story”, and incorporates many types of traditional literature, as well as new fantasy tales.

A Warsaw man received a total of 12 charges in two separate incidents that occurred approximately three weeks apart.

A “Patriot Rally” is scheduled for 5 p.m. Friday, July 17, at the Kosciusko County Courthouse in Warsaw.

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.

Larry A. Barrett, 75, of North Webster, passed away at 1:20 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2020, at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw, IN. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, SR 13 & CR 500N, North Webster.  

GOSHEN – Black Squirrel hosted the latest stop on the Howard Bailey Junior Golf Tour on Friday.

Fulton County Officers with the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 9:48 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, East SR 14 and CR 1000E, Akron. Driver: Shawn P. Carlson, 52, Silver Lake. Hit deer. 9:27 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, CR 575E, Rochester. Driver: Joseph P. Cholger, 16, Rochester. Cholger’s vehicle rolled over. He and another …read more.

Elkhart County Officers with the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 12:45 p.m. Saturday, July 4, 1800 block CR 46, New Paris. Kenneth Washburn reported criminal mischief to a window at his residence.   Fulton County Officers with the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 4:36 p.m. Thursday, July 9, 14000 …read more.

Joseph D. Wiggins, 34, Warsaw, passed away at 6:45 a.m. on Friday, July 10, 2020 at his home. Arrangements are pending at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, 4356 N. SR 15, Warsaw, IN.

Ronald Lynn Puckett, 53, of rural Larwill died Wednesday, July 8, 2020, when the off-road vehicle he was driving overturned on CR 600N near his home. A tragic accident took his life, but his legacy and influence will live on through his family and friends. While he is gone from this world, he will certainly …read more.

Gary L. Harris, 64, Columbia City, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2020, at Parkview Regional Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born on March 2, 1956 the son of Ervil Lee Harris and Katherine Harris (Stephenson). Gary married Mary Cooper on Sept. 22, 1983. Gary is survived by his father, Jack Stephenson of Anderson; …read more.

Delores June Richards, 87, rural Wabash, died at 1:56 a.m., Friday, July 10, 2020, at her home. She was born March 11, 1933, in Elk Valley, Tenn. to Leonard and Etta (Martin) Perkins. Delores was a graduate of Jellico High School in Jellico, Tenn. She married Robert Richards in Peru on Sept. 12, 1954; he …read more.

Donald L. Cantrell, 59, of Wabash, died at 2:15 p.m., Tuesday, July 7, 2020, in Wabash. He was born June 12, 1961, in Paintsville, Kentucky to Amos Jr. and Nina Jo (Moore) Cantrell. Don was a 1979 graduate of Wabash High School. He married Kristene “Kristy” Hileman in Wabash on Feb. 17, 2006; she died …read more.

Elkhart County The following person was booked in the Elkhart County Corrections Facility: Fulton County The following person was booked in the Fulton County Jail: Whitley County The following people were booked in the Whitley County Jail:

At this time, Whitko Community Schools Corporation is excited to welcome back students on August 13 for the first day of in-person classes. 

Biryani Kitchen, a downtown Warsaw restaurant featuring authentic Indian food, has moved into an adjacent space previously occupied by Three Crowns Coffee.