Therese C. “Terri” Bowers, 59, passed away at 10 a.m., Friday, Jan. 10, 2020, at her residence. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man faces two charges of domestic battery. Adam Michael Hyde, 28, 2441 West CR 250S 30, Warsaw, was charged with domestic battery with a child under 16 present, a level 6 felony; and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. At about 10:14 p.m., Friday, Dec. 27, 2019, an officer with the …read more.

Laura B. Roberts, 99, Warsaw, passed away at 5:25 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2020, at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw. She was born Oct. 10, 1920, in Atwood, to Roy and Pearl Gladys (Huffman) Ryman. She was a lifetime Atwood / Warsaw area resident and attended Atwood High School. She was married on Oct. …read more.

Susan Allen, 72, Leesburg, passed away at 3:45 a.m. Friday, Jan. 10, 2020. She was born in Coronado, Calif., Nov. 11, 1947 to Donald M. and Barbara (Baldwin) Wyand. Susan was a Kosciusko County resident since 1969. She was united in marriage to William “Bill” Allen on Jan. 23, 1982 in North Manchester. She was …read more.

WARSAW —  Dr. Steve Grossnickle, ophthalmologist and founder of Grossnickle Eye Center, dedicated his life to serving his patients. He was passionate about helping people with their vision through his precision as a surgeon. When Steve passed away Aug. 27, 2019, his wife Lori and the Grossnickle family wanted to find a way for Steve’s …read more.

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

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incidents: midnight Monday, Jan. 6, 100 block Warrior Path, Syracuse. A representative at Wawasee High School reported criminal mischief. midnight Monday, Jan. 6, 100 block Warrior Path, Syracuse. A juvenile at Wawasee High School reported the theft of a Chromebook. Value: $357. Warsaw Officers with …read more.

WARSAW — An Argos man was recently arrested after allegedly threatening to burn down the Bowen Center facility in Warsaw. Dalton James Jenney, 21, 14832 Maple Road, Argos, is charged with two counts of intimidation and battery resulting in moderate bodily injury, all level 6 felonies. On Jan. 7, an officer with the Warsaw Police …read more.

Julane “Julie” (Sprague) Baggett, of rural Pierceton, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2020, in her home. Born on Jan. 4, 1951, she had recently celebrated her 69th birthday. She was the daughter of Lou Sprague and Margie (Lane) Sprague and one of four Sprague children. She was born in Warsaw and attended Warsaw High …read more.

Helen Gutwein, 95, Warsaw, passed away quietly on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2020, in Kosciusko Community Hospital. She was born in Schowe, Yugoslavia on Dec. 30, 1924, and was the daughter of Michael Haller and Elisabeth (Werle) Haller. Helen was a longtime member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church near Cleveland where she and her husband, Jakob …read more.

Gene “Junior” England, Pierceton, passed away at home on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2020. He was the son of Orval Gene England and Bonnie (Schumaker) England and the husband of Erma England. Visitation will be held at Titus Funeral Home, 2000 East Sheridan Street, from noon-1 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 14. His funeral will take place at …read more.

CARMEL – World-renowned golf course designer Pete Dye passed away Thursday.

The Silver Lake Community Center is at 979 West SR 14, Silver Lake, in the former West Eel River Brethren Church. Photo provided by Silver Lake Community Center. SILVER LAKE — The Silver Lake Community Center will host a public discussion about what an outside group deems “The Sexualization of Children in Today’s Public Schools.” …read more.

HUNTINGTON – Valley posted an 87-27 win in the boys swimming while the North girls used a sweep of all 11 events to best Valley, 100-58.

SOUTH BEND — If you want to go to college but have been concerned about how you’re going to pay for it, working at McDonald’s may help.

WARSAW — City officials are urging residents to prepare for possible flooding ahead of heavy rain starting Friday. Four or more inches of rain is expected over the next 48 hours, bringing a threat of flash flooding and flooding in low areas over the next several days, according to a news release from the city. …read more.

SILVER LAKE — The first Silver Lake Town Council meeting of the year, held Wednesday, Jan. 8, began with a presentation by the recently-formed Silver Lake Center Foundation centering on the old Silver Lake school building.  On May 30, 2018, a final decision regarding the status of the Silver Lake School building was made and all buildings …read more.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Jan. 10, Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03) announced he is seeking a wounded warrior or medically retired veteran for his Fort Wayne district office. Through the Wounded Warrior Fellowship Program, the person chosen will work with the service member and veteran constituents to handle veteran-related casework and facilitate procedures between constituents and …read more.

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

Susan Allen, 72, Leesburg, passed away at 3:45 a.m., Friday, Jan. 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

WARSAW — Two Warsaw Community High School alumni who are Indiana State Police Troopers were recognized in a press release by Warsaw Community Schools. Brandon Johnson and Jacob Bill are both currently assigned to District 21, which is the northwest portion of Indiana. Both troopers were former cadets who are serving not only as state …read more.

Charles A. Seitner, 49, Silver Lake passed away Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2020. Arrangements are currently pending

Johnny E. Flora, 83, Goshen, died 1:55 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2020, at Goshen Hospital. He was born Aug. 13, 1936, in Menomonie, Wisc., to John and Dorothy (Clark) Flora. On Feb. 14, 1959, he married Phyllis (Butler) Flora and she died Aug. 19, 2009. Surviving are a daughter, Teresa Flora-Miller, Goshen, step-daughter, Becky Lenz, …read more.

Patricia E. Kuykendoll, 65, Rochester, passed away at home on Jan. 4, 2020. Pat was born to Lester and Mable (Hiland) Karn on Sept. 1, 1954, in Michigan. She was married to James E. Kuykendoll Jr and he preceded her in death in 2011. She recently retired from Diggers Specialties in Bremen. Pat is survived …read more.

Janet H. Wood, 79, rural Akron, passed at 6:23 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2020, at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne. Janet was born on April 18, 1940, at her parents’ home near Akron to the late Frederick L. and Mildred E. Hammond. Janet was an elementary school teacher for Akron School and for Rochester Schools …read more.

Mr. Pat H.  Meade, 78, Rochester, passed away at 2 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2020, at Traditions at Solana of Indianapolis. On Aug. 20, 1941, Pat Harmon Meade was born in Bluffton. He was a treasured son of Alvis Charles and Vallera Lousetta Gray Meade.  Growing up he shared his childhood with five brothers. He …read more.

FORT WAYNE —On Friday, January 10, Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana (GSNI-M) and Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) will launch the 2020 Girl Scout Cookie season, when Girl Scouts across the United States become entrepreneurs as they earn money to power their own leadership opportunities and adventures.

WARSAW — Jon Garber was chosen as the Kosciusko County Council president for 2020 at the council meeting Thursday, Jan. 9.  Ernie Wiggins, although not in attendance, was voted to serve as the vice president. County Attorney Chad Miner and Ken Jones, president and chief executive officer with Jones Petrie Rafinski, Elkhart, told council members …read more.

WARSAW — A Rennselaer man accused of threatening Warsaw Police Chief Scott Whitaker is facing additional charges after allegedly violating a no-contact order. William Burn Howard, 49, 621 South College Avenue, Rensselear, was originally charged with two counts of intimidation, a level 6 felony. According to court paperwork, he now faces two counts of invasion …read more.

SYRACUSE – Fort Wayne Carroll pieced together a seven-point gymnastics win over Wawasee Thursday night.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee’s seniors showed up big, and the Warriors wound up with an NLC win over NorthWood on senior night in Syracuse Thursday.

Basketball results for Thursday, Jan. 9.

WARSAW — A Winona Lake man was sentenced to 12 years in prison after an infant suffered serious injuries while under his care. Medical professionals determined the infant suffered from shaken baby syndrome and may never regain her vision. Daniel James Michael Kreider, 35, 1202 Wooster Road Lot 26, Winona Lake, was charged with neglect …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Community Corrections Advisory Board has scheduled four upcoming public meetings, including one on Monday, Jan. 13. The meetings will take place at 5 p.m. at the Kosciusko County Justice Building, in the multi-purpose room (in the basement), 121 N. Lake St., Warsaw, on the following days: Jan. 13, 2020 April 13, …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was sentenced to seven years in prison after burglarizing his father’s home. Joseph Alexei Deeter, 21, 966 W. CR 400N, Warsaw, was charged with burglary, a level 4 felony; and auto theft, a level 6 felony. Charges of unlawful possession of a firearm by a serious violent felon and theft …read more.

WARSAW —Dr. Rudy Kachmann, neurosurgeon and wellness expert, speak at 11 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 11 in the KCH Administration Classroom. He will be speaking on the topic of diabetes and disease management, said a news release from KCH. Community members are welcome to attend. If interested in attending, please call (574) 529-2652 to be added …read more.

BOURBON – Triton senior Ty Ferry signed to continue his baseball career at the University of Northwestern Ohio.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 6:26 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 8, 8300 block East CR 400N, Pierceton. Gage Rush reported the theft of a Jeep Grand Cherokee. 5:25 p.m. Monday, Jan. 6, 4100 block North Bird View Drive, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of domestic battery. 3:53 p.m. …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 8:35 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 8, South SR 15 near West CR 400S, Warsaw. Driver: Kobie T. Stoppenhagen, 29, North Bonestead Road, North Manchester. Stoppenhagen was driving her vehicle south on SR15 when her vehicle left the roadway and struck a large …read more.

Rodney Irvin “Rod” Fuller Jr., 53, Warsaw, passed away at 4:25 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2020, at home. He was born on Sept. 26, 1966, in Warsaw, to Rodney Irvin and Sonja Kay (Hatfield) Fuller Jr. He was a lifetime Warsaw area resident and graduated in 1986 from Warsaw High School. He was formerly …read more.

PIERCETON — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 1048 S. CR 325E, Pierceton. Max Max may seem quiet and unassuming for a senior dog, but once he is out of his kennel, he is ready to party. Max is a nine-year-old, neutered, male Staffordshire Bull Terrier/Husky …read more.

WARSAW — Law enforcement officers and staff throughout Kosciusko County raised more than $1,200 for Christmas with a Cop by participating in Hair for the Holidays. Sheriff Kyle Dukes treated several of the officers to dinner, according to a post on the sheriff’s Facebook page. Afterward, John Conley and Ethan Bradley, from The Shop, provided …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College’s CPA pass rate was recently ranked in the top 7% in the country by the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy.   The report evaluated 2018 pass rates of 242 “first-time, small program” institutions.  Grace placed 17th, making it the highest-ranked Hoosier institution in the category, said a news …read more.

Sally Nichols, 94, Warsaw, passed away at 2:25 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2020, in Kosciusko Community Hospital. She was born on Jan. 28, 1925, in Kosciusko Co to Arwid E. and Helen J. (Richards) McConnell. She was married to Donald Lee Nichols, on Nov. 27, 1949 in Warsaw. She was enlisted in the United States …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — A grain bin accident resulted in the death of a North Manchester man. At about 1:22 p.m. Monday, Jan. 6, Wabash County Central Dispatch received a call of a possible grain bin entrapment in Chester Township at 8479 N. SR 13, North Manchester. First responders were on site within minutes, according to …read more.

Carol Ann Beal, 82, Syracuse, passed away at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2020, at her home. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse

Julane Baggett, 69 of rural Pierceton, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2020, in her home. Arrangements for her Life Celebration® are pending with Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.TitusFuneralHome.com

WARSAW — Safe-Way, a Warsaw-based garage door manufacturer, was recently acquired by Brixey & Meyer Capital, a private investment firm in Cincinnati, Ohio. The acquisition was finalized effective Dec. 31, 2019, said Safe-Way representative Rick Mylin. Founded in 1950, Safe-Way is a leading manufacturer and distributor of residential, commercial and industrial overhead garage doors. Safe-Way …read more.

Small Claims The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: 1st Source Bank v. D’Marcus Brown, Jessica Fear, Donald Stage, $4,577.23 Robert Frantz v. Adam Clabaugh, $3,940 Sherri Shafer v. Calvin and Chelsea Everett, $4,311 Heron Preserve v. Candie and Willie Fields, $1,107.83 Moses McNees v. …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A flood watch has been issued by the National Weather Service for Kosciusko County and other parts of northern Indiana and southwestern Michigan from Friday night, Jan. 10, through Saturday evening. NWS predicts widespread moderate to heavy rainfall will develop Friday evening and continue into Saturday evening. Rainfall amounts of 3 to …read more.

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

AKRON — Tippecanoe Valley wrestling hosted Warsaw in match-up between area rivals, and the Tigers came out on top, 47-27 Wednesday night.

WARSAW — The KCH Health and Wellness Center and KCH Regional Rehabilitation Center recently updated member facilities. KCH welcomes the community to stop in during a week-long open house planned for Monday, Jan. 13 through Friday, Jan. 17, said a news release from KCH. Tours, refreshments and complimentary sampler classes are included throughout the week. …read more.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incident: 5:06 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 4, 200 block West Section St., Milford. Brayden I. Spore reported the theft of items from a vehicle.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 10:38 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 8, 300 block Sophie Lane, Warsaw. …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 8, SR 15 and East Winona Avenue, Warsaw. Drivers: Erasmo M. Montelongo-Hernandez, 73, SR 25, Mentone; and Gary D. Hicks, 61, East CR 500S, Warsaw. Montelongo-Hernandez’s vehicle struck the driver side mirror of an ambulance being driven by Hicks. Montelongo-Hernandez …read more.

PLYMOUTH — UNIT Officers in Marshall County arrested three men after executing a search warrant at 816 N. Plum St., Apt. 3, Plymouth on Wednesday, Jan. 8. Arrested and booked in the Marshall County Jail were: Joshua Russell, 25, Plymouth; Josiah Webster, 19, Plymouth and Josiah Abair, 23, Plymouth. All three were charged with dealing in …read more.

WARSAW — A Nappanee man was recently arrested after an officer allegedly found him in possession of heroin. Arthur Crit Martin, 32, 602 Vernon St., Nappanee, is charged with dealing in a narcotic drug, a level 5 felony; possession of a narcotic drug and possession of a syringe, both level 6 felonies; and possession of …read more.

WARSAW — Joni Truex, Kosciusko County Council at-large representative, has announced her bid for reelection. Truex is finishing her first term and is honored to serve the taxpayers and residents of Kosciusko County. During this time, she has served on the emergency management advisory committee, redevelopment commission, abatement committee; non-profit committee and the wheel tax …read more.

WARSAW – Karin McGrath, a former Kosciusko County deputy prosecuting attorney who currently practices civil and criminal law, filed her candidacy forms in Indianapolis Wednesday, Jan. 8, to formally begin her campaign for the Superior Court 3 seat left open by the upcoming retirement of the honorable Judge Joe Sutton. “Today is an exciting day …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Park Foundation’s mission is to support fitness and fun for the entire community. With that aim in mind, it assists with completing projects and maintenance with Syracuse Parks and Recreation and throughout Turkey Creek Township. Through repair, replacement and renewal, the foundation keeps facilities and trails safe and ready for use. During …read more.

Basketball results for Wednesday, Jan. 8.

WARSAW – Seven candidates from Kosciusko County – all Republicans – filed to run in county-level races in the 2020 primary. The filing period began Wednesday morning, Jan. 8, and continues until Feb. 7. The seven who filed on Wednesday were: Ann Torpy, an incumbent from Mentone, filed for County Clerk Michael Kissinger, an incumbent …read more.

WARSAW – Robert J. Bishop filed paperwork Wednesday, Jan. 8, to run as a Republican for judge of Kosciusko Superior Court #3. “A judicial candidate should excel in both experience and leadership,” Bishop said in a prepared statement that outlined his credentials. Bishop passed the bar in 1991. He was in the private practice of …read more.

SILVER LAKE – Tom Sittler was one of the area’s top basketball coaches.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Convention, Recreation and Vistors Commission denied a grant request from the City-County Athletic Complex at its meeting Wednesday morning, Jan. 7. The commission denied a $62,988 grant proposal from the City-County Athletic Complex. The funds would have gone toward the construction of new restrooms on the east side of the …read more.

ROCHESTER — A special prosecutor will be assigned to a criminal case involving Brittany Ingle, who allegedly battered Alyssa Shepherd moments after Shepherd was sentenced in the deaths of Ingle’s three children. On Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2019, Shepherd was sentenced to four years in prison after hitting four children and killing three of them at …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Area Plan Commission continued the only item on the agenda Wednesday, Jan. 8, after nearly an hour of discussion. John Ward petitioned to rezone 6.81 acres from an Industrial 2 District to an Industrial 3 District. The property is located on the east side of SR 15, north of CR …read more.

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

Sally Ann Nichols, 94, Warsaw, passed away at 2:25 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2020, in Kosciusko Community Hospital. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

Richard “Dick” Maxfield Pence, 77, Warsaw, passed away at 2:32 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2020, at Warsaw Meadows Care Center in Warsaw. He was born on Aug. 3, 1942, in Wabash, to Elizabeth Mae (Baeshore) Pence and Raymond Kirk Pence. On December 18, 1966 he was married to Sandra Sue (Jordan) Pence. Dick was …read more.

KOKOMO – The IHSAA announced Basketball Day In Indiana will be centralized around Kokomo on Feb. 8.

PIERCETON — The Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County recently announced the hiring of a new executive director. Sally Scott officially stepped into the role on Dec. 26. She graduated from Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne with a major in visual communication and design. Scott has also worked at the AWL for the past three …read more.

NAPPANEE — Jody Meek shares his small studio apartment in Nappanee with two dozen roommates — and none of them are complaining. His quarters on East Lincoln Street across from Coppes Commons are cramped, but the current claustrophobic atmosphere — “it’s a small place for a big hobby” — does not stop him from “bringing …read more.

HUNTINGTON — First Federal Savings Bank announced the promotions of four employees. Peggy Genshaw was recently promoted to Assistant Vice President with First Federal Savings Bank. Genshaw joined First Federal in 2017 as the branch manager and mortgage loan officer for the Warsaw office. She has over 30 years of financial experience as a branch …read more.

ANDERSON — A Statewide Silver Alert has been issued for a woman from Anderson. The Anderson Police Department is investigating the disappearance of Amanda R. Stabler, a 28-year-old white female, who is 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighs 190 pounds. She has blonde hair with green eyes and was last seen in a silver …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man faces two felony charges following an alleged threat. Marcus Anthony Hinkle, 19, 2570 Belmont Drive, Warsaw, was arrested on a warrant for possession of a firearm by a serious violent felon, a level 4 felony; and intimidation with a deadly weapon, a level 5 felony. On Dec. 30, 2019, the …read more.

Brenda Roberts, 58, Pierceton, passed away at 11:49 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2020, in her residence. She was born on May 26, 1961, in Warsaw, to Devon and Marjorie (Plotner) Love. She lived her entire life in the Kosciusko County area. On June 19, 1982, she was united in marriage to Duane Roberts at Dutchtown …read more.

WARSAW — Culver Military Academy snapped Warsaw’s six-game win streak, 55-47 Tuesday night.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 2:21 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7, 1500 block Provident Drive, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of battery.   Fulton County Officers with the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 9:28 p.m. Monday, Jan. 6, 500 block Northgate Circle, Rochester. Police were called to …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 1:38 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7, East CR 1300N near North CR 175E, Warsaw. Driver: Jonathan M. Miller, 31, East Lake View Avenue 3, Syracuse. Miller was driving his vehicle when a deer entered the roadway. Damages up to $2,500. 11:31 p.m. …read more.

GOSHEN – Goshen pulled double wins against NorthWood and Mishawaka in swim action Tuesday evening.

BRISTOL — In late December, 37 new troopers graduated from the 79th Indiana State Police Recruit Academy after completing a journey of 25 weeks of intense training. The recruits completed more than 1,100 hours of academic and hands-on training in criminal and traffic law, crash investigation, emergency vehicle operations, defensive tactics, firearms and other classes …read more.

Boys basketball results from Tuesday, Jan. 7.

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

SOUTH BEND — Bush fires are spreading quickly across Australia, with no signs of stopping anytime soon.

WARSAW – A minivan left the road on SR 15S near CR 400S Wednesday morning. The accident happened shortly before 9 a.m. The GMC mini-van sustained heavy damage on the passenger side. It was unclear why the driver left the road and came to rest on the west side of the highway and whether there …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — The Manchester University Department of Music is seeking high school composers to participate in its first Composition Workshop and Reading Session Wednesday, April 8. They are invited to submit original compositions to be performed and recorded by Manchester University faculty musicians. The deadline is Monday, March 23, said a news release from …read more.

Dakota “Cody” Lee Messmann, 23, Columbia City, passed away Monday morning, Jan. 6, 2020, from injuries sustained in a car accident. Born Dec. 28, 1996, at Whitley Memorial Hospital, he was the son of Chuck Lucarelli and Nicole Messman-Green. As a boy, Dakota enjoyed playing video games, shooting air soft guns and playing with ERTL …read more.

Daniel Dean Haupert, 66, rural North Manchester, died at 2:14 p.m., Monday, Jan. 6, 2020, doing what he loved working on the farm. He was born Feb. 8, 1953, in Wabash, to Dean M. and Lois Nadine (Wagner) Haupert. Dan was a 1971 graduate of Northfield High School and attended Vincennes University. He married Roxanne …read more.

Robert F. Yeager Jr., 56, passed away at 8:57 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 3, 2020, in his sister’s home in Bourbon. Born on Dec. 26, 1963, Robert was the son of Robert F. Yeager Sr. and Sandra K. (Robertson) Hjerpe. A self-employed mechanic, Robert loved working on cars. He absolutely loved fishing. He enjoyed scraping …read more.

Robin Elaine Brunk, 55, Warsaw, passed away Sunday, Jan. 5, 2020, in Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne with her family at her side. Robin was born the daughter of Verlen E. and May Ann (White) Bules, Dec. 18, 1964, at Bremen. Robin has been a long time resident of the area and a graduate of …read more.

Mr. Patrick “Pat”  Meade, 78, Rochester,  was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at 2 a.m., Jan. 8, 2020, at Traditions of Solana in Indianapolis.  Arrangements are pending at the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

Mr. Gary Michael Smith, 46, Rochester, passed away on Monday, Jan. 6, 2020, at Summit City Nursing Home of Fort Wayne. In Logansport, on Jan. 11, 1973, Gary was born to David William and Margaret “Peggy” Ann Miller Smith. In 1991, he graduated from Rochester High School. He lived his entire life in Fulton County. …read more.

WARSAW – Mayor Joe Thallemer is calling on the Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory to look into establishing a mental health wellness program within the department. Thallemer prefaced his announcement by noting that the role of firefighters has broadened over the years to include a variety of services, namely emergency medical services. He said he has asked …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory announced two personnel changes Tuesday, Jan. 7. The promotions were announced at Tuesday’s fire territory board meeting by Fire Chief Mike Wilson. Aaron Bolinger will move from battalion chief to assistant fire chief. The department has budgeted for the assistant fire chief position for years, but the position has sat …read more.

SYRACUSE – Two different routes had Northridge leave Wawasee with team swim wins Tuesday night.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Schools Board of School Trustees discussed curriculum changes at Warsaw Community High School during a work session on Tuesday, Jan. 7. WCHS Principal Troy Akers and Warsaw Area Career Center Assistant Director Jill Jackson were both present at the meeting to discuss curriculum changes for the 2020-2021 school year. Akers …read more.

Kosciusko County The following person was 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:

WARSAW — A Michigan man received a six-month jail sentence in Kosciusko County Superior Court 3 Tuesday, Jan. 7, after using counterfeit $20 bills at Walmart. Isaac Barnett Young, 20, Novi, Mich., was charged with corrupt business influence, a level 5 felony; and counterfeiting and theft, both level 6 felonies. On Sept. 6, 2018, the …read more.

WARSAW – Attorney Chad M. Miner, a lifelong resident of Kosciusko County, has announced his candidacy for Judge of Superior Court No. 3.   Originally from the Pierceton area, Miner lives in Silver Lake with his wife of 20 years, Rachel, and works in Warsaw at Miner & Lemon, LLP.   His family has served …read more.