WARSAW – Lindsey Grossnickle has announced her intention to seek election to Kosciusko Superior Court 3 judge.   Grossnickle is seeking the Republican nomination in the May primary.   Grossnickle graduated from Alma College in 1997 with a Bachelor of Art’s Degree in political science and English, and then went on to obtain her law …read more.

The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is requesting your assistance in finding people wanted on felony and/or misdemeanor warrants. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these wanted 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 …read more.

AKRON – Tippecanoe Valley grabbed a win during rivalry week with a 60-54 boys basketball decision over Rochester.

MIDDLEBURY – Diving took the Northern Lakes Conference stage Friday evening for the preliminary round of the conference tournament.

MILFORD — Kosciusko County Area Planning Commission has requested input from individual members of the Milford Town Council and Milford Economic Redevelopment Commission regarding a proposed concrete mixing plant on SR 15 north of the town. Milford Town Council President Doug Ruch serves on all three bodies and expressed concerns about the project at recent …read more.

WARSAW – The city of Warsaw is working to help secure two grants that would be used across Kosciusko County to boost emergency radio coverage and provide CPR medical devices with 17 fire departments. In separate requests, the city will serve as the host applicant in the county’s bid to win a $1 million grant …read more.

WARSAW — Lakeland Regional Sewer District Board of Trustees’ first meeting of 2020 was held Jan. 15 at the LRSD wastewater plant, 5002 E. 100N, Warsaw. Trustees voted for officers to retain their positions from 2019. Lengthy discussions were also held concerning the nature of eight check valve failures around the district. Additionally, the board …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Grace College Student Chapter of the Council for Exceptional Children announced its hosting of Transition Exploration Day and a prom dress drive. CEC will host the fifth-biennial Transition Exploration Day at the Grace College Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center, 10:30 a.m – 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7. This is an opportunity for …read more.

Brendon Gerard Cummings, 38, Goshen, passed away at 10:35 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020, at Memorial Hospital in South Bend. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Courts announced, Friday, Jan. 17, the special prosecutor for the criminal case against three people including former Community Corrections Director Anna Bailey Whitley County Prosecutor Daniel J. Sigler, Jr. was announced as the special prosecuting attorney for the criminal case involving Bailey; her former office assistant, Taylor Pagan; and an offender …read more.

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

WARSAW – Four more candidates from Kosciusko County – all Republicans – filed this week to run in county-level races in the 2020 primary. The filing period began Wednesday morning, Jan. 8, and will continue to Feb. 7. The four who filed this week include: Cary Groninger, an incumbent from Mentone, filed for middle district …read more.

John R. Slone, 64, Warsaw, passed away at 10:56 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020, in his residence. John was born on May 21, 1955, in Warsaw, to Isaac and Colleen (Wilson) Slone. He was a lifetime Cubs Fan and member on the Die-Hard Cub Fan Club International Society since 1969. John is survived by siblings, …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Republican State Senator Ryan Mishler announced his filing to seek another term in the Indiana State Senate Representing District 9. The district is composed of portions of Elkhart, Kosciusko, Marshall, and St. Joseph counties, said a news release from Mishler’s office. First elected to the State Senate in 2004, Mishler serves as chairman …read more.

KOKOMO — Governor Eric Holcomb has announced a significant investment by a European automaker in its Howard County manufacturing operations. The Indiana Economic Development Corp. says Fiat Chrysler Automobiles plans to invest nearly $400 million to expand and retool one of its Kokomo transmission plants for the production of a new engine. The new production …read more.

Terry A. Korb, 60, Warsaw, passed away at 8:20 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020, in Mason Health and Rehabilitation Center. Arrangements are pending McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To Sign the Guestbook or Send a Condolence go to www.mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

WINONA LAKE — The Grace College School of Business prepares for its eleventh year of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. The program, which provides free tax preparation to the elderly, disabled and lower-income individuals filing a basic tax return, will run Monday, Jan. 27 through the end of March, said a news release from …read more.

Sara M. Peters, 81, Syracuse, passed away at 8:45 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020, at her home. She was born on Sept. 18, 1938, in Goshen to Woodrow and Margaret (Lemley) Hagar. She graduated in 1957 from Millersburg High School and was married on June 28, 1959, in Benton, to Clarence V. Peters who …read more.

PIERCETON — Pierceton officials on Thursday, Jan. 16, began discussing plans to reorganize its park board. In October 2019, the Town Council approved the reinstatement of the town’s park board, which has not held a formal meeting since 2012. Whitko School Board of Trustees member and Pierceton resident Georgia Tenney brought up the need to …read more.

BOURBON — Triton scholars had a successful showing at the District 2 DECA Competition, Jan. 8. Triton DECA had its best showing yet in Miss Tracie Knisely’s six years as the advisor, said a news release from Trition Schools. DECA is an organization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality …read more.

GREENVILLE, S.C. – The 2020 NCCAA Hall of Fame class was announced Friday, and included is former Grace College men’s basketball coach Chet Kammerer.

WARSAW — A Columbia City man is facing three criminal charges, including strangulation. Homer Joe Knight, 26, 1455 West Buddale Drive, Columbia City, faces charges following a warrant arrest for strangulation, a level 6 felony; domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor; and domestic battery sentence enchantment, a level 6 felony. On Sept. 19, 2019, an …read more.

Reverend Michael “Mick” Dave Tomlinson, 64, Warsaw, went to be the Lord at 9:42 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020, at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne, after battling complications due to heart surgery. He was born on March 18, 1955, in Houston, Texas to Patricia and Harold Tomlinson. Mick married Carolyn Sue Owens on June …read more.

Wayne Morgan Campbell, 82, Leesburg, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020, at Goshen Hospital. He was born on July 8, 1937, in Pittsburgh, Penn. Wayne graduated from Bethany College in 1959 with a Bachelor of Arts degree. He started his professional path as a box salesman for Georgia Pacific, and forged a successful sales …read more.

WABASH — On Wednesday, Jan. 15, a criminal investigation by Indiana State Police Detective Josh Maller resulted in the arrest of Charles G. Marseilles, Jr., 5233 S. CR 50E, Wabash. Maller served Marseilles with a Wabash Circuit Court arrest warrant alleging felony charges for child solicitation by a childcare worker for sexual intercourse or other …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 11:35 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 16, 100 block North Indiana Street, Warsaw. Officers received a report of the theft of two antique school bells valued at $1,000 from the Kosciusko County Historical Society. 7:10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 16, 200 block West Emeline Street, …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accident: 4:26 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 16, North CR 800W near West CR 640N, Etna Green. Driver: Terri L. Courson, 49, North Tower Street, Etna Green. Courson was driving her vehicle when a deer entered the roadway. Damages up to $10,000. Warsaw Officers …read more.

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

    INDIANAPOLIS — The state of Indiana collected nearly $300 million more last year than expected and there is no shortage of suggestions on how to spend it. The Indiana House approved a surplus spending bill Monday; it now goes to the Senate. Republicans plan to use it to pay cash for higher education …read more.

Barry Andrew WARSAW — Barry Andrew has officially accepted the position as executive director of Kosciusko County Community Corrections. Andrew, who was the original Community Corrections director before leaving in 2016, had been serving as interim director since November 2019, following the departure of former director Anna Bailey. Andrew said he is “excited and eager” …read more.

WARSAW – An overnight snowfall will possibly leave a few inches of snow on the ground in Kosciusko County, but it is expected to be washed away by warming temps and rainfall Saturday morning, Jan. 18, the National Weather Service is predicting. The forecast for Friday, Jan. 17, calls for mostly sunny conditions and a …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s annual awards banquet — hosted Jan. 16 by Oakwood Resort’s event center — celebrated 2019’s achievements while also addressing Kosciusko County’s needs and building excitement for the year ahead, fitting with the event’s theme of “20/20 Vision.” Chamber President Dennis Pressler, Stoney Point LLC, noted 2019 as a year of …read more.

MIDDLEBURY – Two records fell among the preliminary round of the Northern Lakes Conference Girls Swimming Championship Thursday night.

Wrestling results for Thursday, Jan. 16.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was sentenced for sexual battery in Kosciusko Superior Court 1 on Thursday, Jan. 16.  Robert Paul Snell, 44, 920 Anchorage Road, Warsaw, pleaded guilty to sexual battery, a level 6 felony.  According to the affidavit of probable cause, on June 2, 2019, Warsaw Police were contacted by Snell, who said …read more.

Basketball results for Thursday, Jan. 16.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Police Department is seeking information regarding a robbery that occurred at Walgreens. At approximately 2:25 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 16, officers with the Warsaw Police Department responded to a reported robbery at Walgreens, 2400 E. Center St., Warsaw. According to a press release from the police department, a white male suspect, wearing …read more.

Sara M. Peters, 81, Syracuse, passed away at 8:45 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020, at her home. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse

WARSAW — Masterson Chiropractic recently presented a $1,000 check to Randy Polston, executive director of Combined Community Services. “Combined Community Services has been doing excellent work in our community, and we have been part of it since the very beginning,” stated Dr. Sarah Masterson, “As the chiropractic clinic, I think my parents first partnered with …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 6:04 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 15, East CR 450N, west of north CR 100E, Warsaw. Driver: Jason L. Bernhardt, 29, Evergreen Drive, Warsaw. Bernhardt swerved to avoid striking an object in the roadway. His vehicle then struck a mailbox. Damage up to $750.  Warsaw …read more.

WARSAW — Officers responded to a report of a robbery at Walgreens, 2400 E. Center St., Warsaw. At approximately 2:25 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 16, officers with the Warsaw Police Department and Indiana State Police responded to a report of a robbery in the pharmacy area of Walgreens. Initial dispatch reports said a white male stole …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce congratulated its member, GetFit 24 on its recent ribbon cutting and grand opening. GetFit 24, Warsaw’s only locally-owned 24-hour gym, provides a premium experience, with convenient access only provided by a 24-hour gym, said a news release from Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce.  GetFit 24 is located at 523 Anchorage …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – IHSAA Commissioner Bobby Cox has announced he will retire at the conclusion of the 2019-20 academic year.

Small Claims The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Sherri Shafer v. Veronica Adame, $1,136 Snow & Sauerteig LLP v. Justin Beach, $1,867.02 Ryan Caudill, $5,826.74 Torie Helton, $1,569.23 Vanessa Lawrence, $395.35 Kimberly Linsner, $616.34 April Miller, $6,000 Jamie Palazzolo, $5,238.10 William Pemberton, $584.44 Barbara …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Two teachers from Whitko Community Schools joined the Indiana STEM Education Conference hosted at Purdue University’s School of Education, Wednesday, Jan.15. Teachers Brittany Hamm and Ashley Roberts were chosen specifically to present, said a news release from Whitko Community Schools.  For those new to STEM, the acronym stands for Science Technology Engineering …read more.

John R. Slone, 64, Warsaw, passed away at 10:56 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 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

WARSAW — Around two years ago employees at the Warsaw Community Public Library began putting together escape rooms. Anna Jackson, teen librarian, and Denise Keller, adults program administrator, have been working together to find and create different themes for escape rooms throughout the year.

Daniel Christopher “Dan” Shock, 45 Goshen, passed away at 2:50 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 13, 2020, at Goshen Hospital. He was born on June 13, 1974, in West Palm Beach, Fla. to Gregory Charles and Holly Ann (Britton) Shock. He lived most of his life in the Syracuse area except for a few years in …read more.

Jason Callahan has been elected to serve as chairman of the Ivy Tech Community College Fort Wayne Regional Board of Trustees, effective Jan. 1. Callahan has served on Ivy Tech Fort Wayne’s board since 2018 and is currently the superintendent at Wabash City Schools.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee Community School Corporation is offering free trauma training for individuals providing childcare to children ages 0 to 5 in the Wawasee school district. Training will be held from 5:45 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 23, at Wawasee High School in Syracuse. Activities will include a meet and greet from 5:45 to 6 …read more.

WARSAW —At ages 83 and 74, respectively, John and Cass Rish are competitive roller-skating dancers, and they don’t plan on slowing down anytime soon.

  WARSAW – Kosciusko County Clerk Ann Torpy is taking exception to one of the claims made Monday night by Sidney Town Council members in trying to explain why the town had not been hosting municipal elections. Sidney Clerk-Treasurer Lana Wolfe and council member Rickey Bradley resigned effective Tuesday, Jan. 14 after it came to …read more.

Shelly Ann Guard, 62, of Plymouth, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2020 in her home. Shelly was born on July 14, 1957, in Jasper, the daughter of Ezra and Maridean (Kraft) Jones. On June 27, 1994, she married Roger Guard. She is survived by her loving husband, Roger and their two children, Greg (Patty …read more.

Gene Ramsbey, 91, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020 at Timbercrest Senior Living Community in North Manchester, Indiana. Arrangements are pending at this time.

Norma J. Lemler, 76, Bourbon, passed away after complications of surgery Sunday, Jan. 12, 2020, in St. Vincent Hospital of Indianapolis. Norma was born the daughter of Carroll and Olive Cudney Lotz, March 30, 1943, at Tyner. She has been a life long resident of the area, mostly the Bourbon area. She was a very …read more.

Mr. Fred Allen McGlothin, 66, Rochester was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at 9:33 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 13, 2020, at the IU-Methodist Hospital of Indianapolis. On May 14, 1953, Fred was born in Rochester. He was a treasured son of  Fred R. and Rosemary Holloway McGlothin.  Growing up as one of …read more.

Wanda Mae Fultz, 90, Indianapolis, formerly of South Bend, and Fulton County, passed away at 6:18 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2020, at Westside Garden Plaza, Indianapolis. She was born on Aug. 25, 1929 in Akron, the daughter of Harry and Viola (Swick) Funnell. On July 2, 1949, she married John Richard Fultz. He preceded her …read more.

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

WARSAW — A summary judgment has been denied in the lawsuit by Atta Belle Helman and Larry Dwayne Helman over the shooting death of their son and twin brother, Gary Helman, Aug. 25, 2014. The Helmans brought suit against the parties involved in Gary Helman’s death June 6, 2016. The plaintiffs remaining in the case …read more.

NEW BUFFALO, Mich. – The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi’s Four Winds Casinos are pleased to announce a concert by the Little River Band, at Four Winds New Buffalo’s Silver Creek Event Center at 9.m. Saturday, March 21. Ticket prices range from $35 to $55, plus applicable fees, and can be purchased online at www.fourwindscasino.com beginning …read more.

ROCHESTER — Valley wrestling closed its dual meet season with a dominant, 48-18 win at Rochester Wednesday.

Darlene J. Wallace, 81, Warsaw, passed away at 12:55 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in her residence. Darlene was born on Oct. 5, 1938, in Fort Wayne, to Horace and Scharline (Lamb) Lowery. She was married to Tom Alexander for 12 years. Darlene was the grocery manager of Chief Supermarkets of Warsaw and Marsh Supermarkets …read more.

WARSAW — Public figures in Kosciusko County emphasized the importance of community in battling addictions during “The Opioid Epidemic: Our Community Speaks” Wednesday evening, Jan. 15. The event at Center Lake Pavilion was hosted by the Bowen Center, moderated by Mayor Joe Thallemer and funded with a $5,000 grant from Accelerate Indiana Municipalities Many of …read more.

Girls basketball results for Wednesday, Jan. 15.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Chamber of Commerce has selected Bethel Baptist Church as the January Member of the Month. Bethel Baptist Church of Pierceton has been a part of the community for over 40 years; meeting together, reaching out, loving Jesus Christ and loving people said a news release from the Pierceton Chamber. Those who …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Manchester University has named Ryon Kaopuiki vice president for enrollment and marketing. Kaopuiki brings more than 20 years of experience in admissions and enrollment management, most recently as vice president for enrollment and marketing at Anderson University in Anderson, Ind. He began Jan. 7, said a news release issued Tuesday. “This is …read more.

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 Whitley County Jail:

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was recently arrested after battering a woman on New Year’s Day. Claudio Tino Martinez, 26, 611 N. Park Ave., Warsaw, is charged with domestic battery with a child under 16 present and domestic battery resulting in moderate bodily injury, both level 6 felonies. On Jan. 1, an officer with the …read more.

Darrall D. Waterman, 72, Goshen, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2020, at his home. He was born on Oct. 30, 1947, to Darrell and Shirley (Mellott) Waterman. He married Sharon (Herrli) Waterman on March 15, 1969, in Elkhart. Darrall is survived by his wife, Sharon Waterman of Goshen; sons, Joe Waterman of Syracuse, Ryan …read more.

Janette “Jan” Renee Illingworth, 57, Winona Lake, passed away unexpectedly at 6:47 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2020, at Parkview Regional Medical Center of Fort Wayne. She was born on June 24, 1962, in Sumpter, North Carolina to Carol (Suber) Whitmeyer and Lyle Whitmeyer. On April 19, 1986, in Sun City, Ariz. she was married …read more.

PIERCETON — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 1048 S. CR 325E, Pierceton. Tamisha Tamisha is so excited to meet you and show you how high she can jump. She is a one-year-old, spayed, female Staffordshire Bull Terrier/Labrador mix. She is light tan and white with …read more.

By DeeAnna Muraski Aloha! Last week I promised you a free trip to Kauai…via this article. So, close your eyes and imagine (albeit it might take a lot of imagination) warm tropical breezes, the smell of the salty ocean, tall, softly swaying palm trees, the sun warming your face and a cool tropical drink in …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 5:02 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14, 3300 block West CR 700S, Claypool. Joe Manns reported the theft of a kerosene heater valued at $200. 3:04 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14, 100 block East Center Street, Burket. Rebecca Foerch reported the rear window of her …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 6:46 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14, North CR 100E near East CR 350N, Warsaw. Driver: Danny R. Strombeck, 68, South Harkless Drive, Syracuse. Strombeck was driving his vehicle when a deer entered the roadway. Damages up to $10,000. 6:07 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. …read more.

WARSAW — A Pierceton man was sentenced to one year in jail on Wednesday, Jan. 15, after attempting to kidnap two minors. Jason J. Nelson, Jr., 20, 3104 E. Wooster Road Lot 69, Pierceton, was charged with intimidation with a deadly weapon, a level 5 felony; and kidnapping, a level 6 felony. On June 4, …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was recently arrested in two drug-related cases. In the first case, Kegan Charles Young, 31, 957 N. Old Orchard Drive, Warsaw, is charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. In the second case, Young is charged with possession of a …read more.

Craig Snow, chairman of the board of the Silveus Insurance Group and CEO of Cedar Holdings, Inc., on Wednesday announced his candidacy for the state representative District 18 seat being vacated by the retiring Rep. David Wolkins. “I am delighted to anticipate this opportunity to serve,” said Snow in a prepared news release issued Jan. …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Parks and Recreation Board met for the first time in 2020 Monday, Jan. 13, focusing on the projects that lay ahead. A $10,000 Harkless Foundation grant was received for Syracuse Community Center’s parking lot curbing/lighting project. Park Superintendent Chad Jonsson noted there is no official start date for the project. Seven lawn …read more.

WARSAW — Anthony “Tony” Ciriello has filed to seek his second term as Kosciusko County Coroner.  Ciriello has been with the coroner’s office since 1993 when he was first appointed as a deputy coroner. In September of 2015, Ciriello was elected by a caucus to fulfill the remainder of the term of then-coroner Michael Wilson. …read more.

SYRACUSE — Timothy Abair, 30, South Bend, was taken into custody and is facing a preliminary charge of neglect of a dependent following a one-vehicle crash on SR 13 Tuesday, Jan. 14. The crash was at approximately 2:55 p.m. between South Shore Drive and Brown Road. Abair received minor injuries but refused medical treatment. The …read more.

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incident: 8:57 p.m. Monday, Jan. 13, 1200 block South Huntington St., Syracuse. A representative for Taco Bell reported the usage of a fraudulent $20 bill.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 1:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 15, 1000 block EastView …read more.

WARSAW — Three local non-profit organizations – Joe’s Kids, The Baker Youth Club and Court Appointed Special Advocate of Kosciusko County (CASA) – will host “An Evening with Elizabeth Smart” at 6 p.m., April 23, at the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center, in Winona Lake. The Kosciusko County Community Foundation and K21 Health Foundation are funding …read more.

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

WARSAW — The Tippecanoe Valley FFA Chapter Meeting team took first place in the District II contest that took place at Warsaw Community High School in December. The team had to demonstrate how to use many motions of parliamentary procedures to run an entire meeting, said a news release from the Tippecanoe Valley FFA. The …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Grace College is expanding its athletic programs to include esports.

WARSAW — Suzie Light, long-time chief executive officer of the Kosciusko County Community Foundation, has announced she will step down from her position effective March 1, in anticipation of her full retirement effective June 30. Light notified the board of her future plans to retire in May 2019. Executing the succession plan, the board named …read more.

NAPPANEE — Host NorthWood used a dominant, 31-4 second half to turn what looked to be an exciting match-up between into a 49-23 blowout of Tippecanoe Valley at the Panther Pit Tuesday.

WARSAW — A Nappanee man was sentenced to a 1 1/2 year jail sentence in four criminal cases on Tuesday, Jan. 14, involving theft and forgery. In the first case, Justin Orville Beach, 38, 451 E. Centennial St., Nappanee, was charged with one count of theft. In the second case, Beach was charged with two …read more.

Wrestling results from Tuesday, Jan. 14.

Boys basketball results from Tuesday, Jan. 14.

LEESBURG —  Town Council held a brief meeting Monday, Jan. 13. Doug Jones was elected as council president for 2020. Christina Archer will serve as the 2020 vice-president.  Leesburg Street Commissioner Craig Charlton gave a monthly report, which included information related to equipment status and ordinance violations. Charlton said four yellow warning tags were issued …read more.

AKRON – Rochester pulled away from Valley with a pair of swim wins Tuesday night.

DUNLAP – Caden Jenkins set a NorthWood diving record while Concord closed out the NLC regular season title among the dual swim meet Tuesday night.

Gymnastics results for Tuesday, Jan. 14.

Girls basketball results for Tuesday, Jan. 14.

WARSAW – Pilots requesting line-tech service after hours will have to pay more in the future at Warsaw Municipal Airport. The city’s Board of Aviation voted to adopt a new rate structure recommended by Airport Manager Nick King Tuesday night, Jan. 14. For years, the price for a line tech to provide service after hours …read more.

SYRACUSE — During its first regular meeting of 2020, the Wawasee School Board heard a report Tuesday evening, Jan. 14, from Sarah LeCount, social and emotional learning liaison for the Wawasee Community School Corporation, about what has been accomplished with a four-year Lilly Endowment grant. Wawasee is in the second year of the grant. Essentially …read more.

ETNA GREEN — Etna Green Town Council’s three council members and clerk-treasurer were sworn in during the council’s first meeting of 2020 on Tuesday, Jan. 14. Jason Hanes and Susan Klinefelter are the council’s new members, replacing Cory Ellinger and Kevin Smith II. For 2020, Keith Claassen will serve as the council’s president, with Hanes …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals spent almost three hours discussing 15 variance and exception requests during the meeting held Jan. 14. The first of two cases that involved a lengthy discussion was an exception use request made by Dale Custer for his excavating business located at 2816 East Old Road 30, …read more.