WARSAW — According to JB, for 6 hours only on New Year’s Day, 2020, they will be taking an additional 20% off the entire store, regardless of marked sale prices already on the tags. All living room, including reclining furniture, coffee table and end tables, bedroom and dining room, and even innerspring mattresses, accessories and …read more.

Alice Elaine McCray, 90, Winona Lake, formerly of Marion, passed away at 11:40 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, at Grace Village Healthcare in Winona Lake. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, SR 13 and CR 500N, North Webster.

WARSAW – After high temps reached into the 60s across parts of Northern Indiana this weekend, cold temps and a chance of snow return on Monday, Dec. 30. The National Weather Service predicts a chance of snow for much of Monday in Warsaw, but very little accumulation is expected. Accumulations of 1 to 2 inches …read more.

Steven L. Pickens, 61, of Warsaw, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2019, at 12:35 a.m. at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. Steven was born on Aug. 18, 1958, in Letart Falls, Ohio, to Elmer and Mary (Chaney) Pickens. He was united in marriage to Janei Boykin. Steven proudly served his country in the US Army. …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.

Charles Gordon Knight, 74, of Columbia City, died at 4:45 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, at a family member’s home in Albion. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City, IN.  

Dan Goodman, 98, formerly of Pierceton, Indiana passed away at 6:20 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2019, at Majestic Care West-Allen, Fort Wayne. He was born on Oct. 16, 1921, in Garrett, Ky., to Elizabeth (Mosley) Goodman and Warren Goodman.  On Jan. 29, 1940, he was married at the age of 18 to his lovely …read more.

Mary E. Silveus, 90, a lifetime resident of Bourbon, passed away at 1:50 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor of Warsaw. She was born on Jan. 21, 1929, in Kansas City, Kansas to Myrtle Izetta (Snyder) Clark and Robert Gordon Clark. On June 25, 1947, she was married to Eldon Banks …read more.

Betty Marie Saunders, 51, of Warsaw, died at 4:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 27, 2019, at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. She was born January 16, 1968, in Wabash to Forest and Eleonore (Mueller) Smith. Betty was a 1986 graduate of Southwood High School and received her nursing certificate from Ivy Tech in …read more.

Edgar A. Reese, 78, died at 6:05 a.m., Dec. 25, 2019, at the Signature Health Care facility in Bremen. He was in the care of the staff, and surrounded by family. Edgar was born Aug. 23, 1941, in Plymouth, and remained a lifelong resident of Marshall County. He married the love of his life, Patricia …read more.

Hazel Marie Scott passed away in the early morning hours of Dec. 27, 2019, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on Aug. 7, 1938, in Plymouth, Indiana, to Victor Willard and Rosemary Quinn Hawkins. Hazel was a baker, especially good at baking Christmas cookies. A lover of animals she enjoyed feeding …read more.

Barbara Ellen (Rosebaum) Miller, 75, of Argos, died on Dec. 27, 2019, at 11:30 p.m. at Memorial Hospital, South Bend. Arrangements are pending with Earl-Grossman Funeral Home in Argos.

NORTH WEBSTER — Make it a New Year’s resolution to get involved in the many monthly and weekly programs offered at North Webster Community Public Library. Let’s Move is a dance exercise class that meets 6 p.m. every Thursday through June 26. Yarn crafters are invited to attend Knit 1 Crochet 2 at 2 p.m. …read more.

Basketball results for Saturday, Dec. 28.

MISHAWAKA — Area wrestlers finished out day two of the Al Smith Invitational on the podium in Mishawaka Saturday.

Joshua Mort PIERCETON – Police have arrested a suspect in the robbery of the Lake City Bank branch in Pierceton that happened two days before Christmas. Joshua R. Mort, 22, of 702 W. Tower St., Pierceton, was taken into custody early Friday after authorities served him with a warrant at his residence. He was booked …read more.

Rick Wireman, 40, of Atlanta, Ga., died Dec. 22 in Atlanta. He was born June 24, 1979, in Wabash to Rickie Wireman Sr., of Columbia City, and Teresa (Robert) Goble, of Silver Lake. He worked in construction. He graduated from Warsaw High School in 1997 and grew up in the Silver Lake area. He loved spending …read more.

Keith W. Cripe, 89, of North Manchester, died at 6:11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 27, 2019, at the Cripe family farm, North Manchester. He was born Nov. 1, 1930, in Whitely County to Harold W. and Ethel M. (Michel) Cripe, both of whom are deceased. He was a farmer and a machinist for Zollner Pistons in …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Public Library announced it’s eleventh annual amateur photography contest Grand Prize Winner is Karla Ellis of Winona Lake with “Winter Lighthouse.” Ellis’ winning photo was taken last winter at the Saint Joseph North Pier Inner Lighthouse near Silver Beach, Saint Joseph, Mich. The grand prize and first place in the …read more.

Warsaw Warsaw Police investigated the following traffic accidents: 12:04 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 28, on North CR 100E south of East Wellington Drive near Warsaw. A motorist struck a deer. Driver: Carol Heierman, 57, East CR 650N, North Webster. Damage: $1,000 to $2,500. 9:23 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 26, a two-vehicle accident on CR 200N east of …read more.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked into Kosciusko County jail: Fulton County The following person was booked into Fulton County Jail: Whitley County The following person was booked into Whitley County Jail:

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse Public Library announced new and returning programs for the new year. An Oxbow County Park Pass is available to check out from the Syracuse Public Library in 2020. Go fishing, hiking on dog-friendly trails, picnic by the river or play disc golf for some nearby fun. This winter sled or cross-country …read more.

WARSAW – A serious two-vehicle accident on US 30 in Warsaw caused the temporary closure of the eastbound lane Saturday morning, Dec. 28. The crash involved a black pickup truck and what appeared to be a white SUV or van that came to rest on its side in a ditch southeast of the intersection of …read more.

WARSAW — Despite being short-staffed, in part due to the departure of two employees who are facing criminal charges, day-to-day operations are continuing at Kosciusko County Community Corrections.  The department has been under a cloud of concern in recent weeks after its director, Anna Bailey, and an administrative assistant, Taylor Pagan, left their positions and …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.

WARSAW — According to JB, for 6 hours only on New Year’s Day, 2020, they will be taking an additional 20% off the entire store, regardless of marked sale prices already on the tags. All living room, including reclining furniture, coffee table and end tables, bedroom and dining room, and even innerspring mattresses, accessories and …read more.

Basketball results for Friday, Dec. 27.

MIDDLEBURY – NorthWood won both of its opening round pool games at the Bankers Classic girls basketball tournament.

MISHAWAKA — Wawasee advanced three wrestlers to day two of the prestigious Al Smith Invite, while Warsaw and NorthWood each advanced one at Mishawaka High School Friday.

WARSAW — A Milford man was recently arrested after allegedly dealing four grams of methamphetamine to an undercover officer with Kosciusko County’s NET43 Drug Task Force. Joseph Alexander Stewart, 19, 208 W. Fifth St., Milford, is charged with dealing in methamphetamine, a level 4 felony; and possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony. On Sept. …read more.

WARSAW – Cary Groninger is ready to launch his first campaign. The 52-year-old Kosciusko County Commissioner, who was appointed by a Republican caucus to replace Ron Truex in 2017, announced plans this week to seek election to his first full term. His appointment was the first foray into county government.  While there is a big …read more.

ROCHESTER — A Rochester man was recently arrested after leading law enforcement officers in a 12-minute pursuit. Brandon King, 36, Rochester, is charged with resisting law enforcement by using a vehicle, a level 6 felony; resisting law enforcement on foot, a class A misdemeanor; possession of marijuana, a class B misdemeanor; and reckless driving, a …read more.

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

WINONA LAKE — The Winona Lake Town Council will host a special meeting at 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 6, at the Winona Lake Town Hall. The council will hold a hearing regarding a wastewater rate increase and other minor matters, said Town Manager Craig Allebach. The town’s proposed wastewater rate for residential use could increase …read more.

WARSAW – Greyhounds are coming to the Warsaw Community Public Library, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 28.  A regional greyhound rescue will be bringing a few of their foster dogs to the library for kids to practice their reading in 15-minute time slots, said a news release from the Warsaw Community Public …read more.

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

Tiffany Alberts INDIANAPOLIS — A former Warsaw school teacher was sentenced Thursday, Dec. 26 in Marion County after being accused of injecting her son with feces. Tiffany Alberts, of Walcott, formerly of the Warsaw area, was convicted of neglect of a dependent and six counts of aggravated battery. She was sentenced to seven years in …read more.

SOUTH BEND — Santa Claus seems to have traded his red suit for a blue uniform this Christmas. At least for one South Bend family.

NORTH WEBSTER — Involvement in the Wawasee High School super mileage team began for Scott Fox in 2012, when his oldest son got involved. In the super mileage team, students build cars or improve on them in order to get the best miles per gallon in the Shell Eco-marathon.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 12:48 p.m. Monday, Dec. 23, 100 block EMS B12 Lane, Pierceton. Daniel R. Nellessen reported burglary. Value: $100. 1:22 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22, 9600 block East Seneca Lane, Cromwell. Officers investigated a report of domestic battery.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 9:51 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 26, South SR 13, south of East CR 1250S, Warsaw. Drivers: Luis A. Gomez, 59, Rio Vista Drive, Fort Wayne; and Steven G. Sanders, 40, Stratton Road, Fort Wayne. Gomez was traveling south on SR 13 when he …read more.

Gary Duane Frey, 70, North Manchester, passed away at 12:10 p.m. on Dec. 26, 2019, in his home. Born on May 16, 1949, Gary was the son of Paul Frey Jr., and Velma (Frantz). Gary was a determined, hard worker that enjoyed living and working on the farm. He was a man that had the …read more.

Joan M. Michel, 87, passed away Dec. 26, 2019, at Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester. Joan was born in Servia, Indiana on June 5, 1932, to Lowell S. Poer and Ethel M. (Flora). Joan met the love of her life, C. Robert Michel and they were married on April 16, 1950. They were married for …read more.

Richard Lee “Dick” Kramer, 85, Wabash, died at 5:32 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born May 17, 1934, in Wabash, to LeRoy and Mildred (Long) Kramer. Dick was a 1952 graduate of Wabash High School. He married Joan Williams at the Wabash Street Methodist Church on May …read more.

Dale Gross of Rochester, passed away peacefully at home, on Christmas Day 2019 at 9:45 p.m., surrounded by his nieces and nephews and their families. Dale was an outdoorsman, who enjoyed fishing and camping. Always up for giving someone a hard time, he was lovingly known as the stubborn ole mule of the family. He …read more.

Bernice E. Reese, 92, formerly of Akron, passed on Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019 at Lutheran Hospital of Ft. Wayne, Indiana. Arrangements are currently pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron

Alexis Young Promoted To VP For Facilities At Manchester University NORTH MANCHESTER —  Effective Jan. 1, Alexis Young will become assistant vice president for facilities and auxiliary services at Manchester University.  “Alexis has demonstrated a high level of leadership on both of Manchester’s campuses as well as in the Wabash County community for the past …read more.

SYRACUSE — On Dec. 7, Roger and Stacy Gray along with the Lakeland Eagles 3760 held their second annual Crohn’s and colitis benefit to help raise money and awareness for the Indiana chapter of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation. A check for $4,400 was presented to Amanda Thomas of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation Indiana chapter by the Grays and other Eagles members Thursday, Dec. 26.

NORTH WEBSTER — Tippecanoe Township has operated the past year under the leadership of a new township trustee, Christopher Francis. His first year has seen a lot of activities that will carry over into 2020. Francis feels fortunate to have Jen Ducey as the township clerk; her vast amount of knowledge is a valuable asset …read more.

Small Claims The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Gloria Halterman v. Eric Baker, $6,000 Client Services KL v. David and Diana Cameron, $953.85 Little Saplings Daycare v. Megan DeLaCruz, $295 Vanderpool Law Firm v. Ashley Gorman, $2,042 Helvey & Associates v. Damian Hoskins, $1,950.32 …read more.

SIDNEY — A box truck collided with a tractor-trailer on SR 13 near CR 1250S, south of Sidney, Thursday morning, Dec. 26. Shortly before 10 a.m., a southbound 2015 Hino box truck, driven by Luiz Gomez, 59, of Fort Wayne, struck a forklift mounted on the back of a flatbed semi-trailer, which was being pulled …read more.

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

SYRACUSE — This was a year of significant upgrade to the equipment and facilities of the Turkey Creek Fire Department. During the year, the fire department oversaw: • Renovations to the department’s two fire stations in Syracuse • Purchase of a new four-wheel-drive pickup truck to replace the department’s previous 2004 two-wheel-drive model • Purchase …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 6:48 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 25, West CR 300S near South CR 25W, Warsaw. Drivers: Todd J. Guff, 50, West SR 114, North Manchester; and Braedan F. McCreary, 17, South Blue Spruce Road, Warsaw. Guff was driving his vehicle north on CR …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 3:04 p.m. Monday, Dec. 23, 100 block EMS B6 Lane, Leesburg. Teresa Day reported the theft of music CDs from her vehicle valued at $10. 1:03 p.m. Monday, Dec. 23, 10900 block North CR 200E, Milford. Durward Seely reported the theft of …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee had a great year. One major project was started while others have been completed. The committee also hired a new executive director. The trail committee is part of the Syracuse-Wawasee Parks Foundation, a not for profit corporation. The committee is comprised of all volunteers who live and work in the …read more.

Donald “Don” G. Sexton, 59, Pierceton, passed away at 2:20 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2019, in Parkview Whitley Hospital. Don was born on Oct. 8, 1960, in Martin, Ky. to Ronnie and Bonnie (Adkins) Sexton. He was united in marriage to Janis Hammersley on July 6, 1995. Don was a resident of Kosciusko Co. for …read more.

SYRACUSE — Julie Close, who took office Jan. 1, 2019, closed out her first year as Turkey Creek Township trustee with a successful year of moving her office forward to better serve the township’s residents. She reorganized the record keeping system, making it more efficient and rendering the monthly trustee’s reports more readable for the …read more.

Michael Eugene Phend, 65, Pierceton, passed away onat 8:12 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 19, 2019 , in his residence. Michael was born on Dec. 6, 1954, in Fort Wayne, to Robert and Marge (Johnson) Phend. He has been a resident in the Pierceton, IN area since 1971. He was united in marriage to Sharon Nettrouer on …read more.

WARSAW — This was a busy year for Lakeland Regional Sewer District. Now in only its second year of operation, the board of trustees has been largely successful in its efforts to connect all 1,653 properties to the sewer system. Those customers also received an enhanced billing and collection service in 2019, when the district …read more.

WARSAW – The warmth on Christmas Day in northern Indiana was not record-breaking, but it is today, according to the National Weather Service. The weather service reports South Bend already broke its previous record for high temperature for Thursday, Dec. 26. The record arrived at 12:22 a.m. Thursday when South Bend’s temperature hit 56, the …read more.

First off, let me assure you that that headline above represents the final horrible pun of the year from me. I promise.  *  *  * In a city that is overwhelmingly Republican, officials found themselves awash in political strife early in 2019 that exposed some internal tensions. Here’s my recap on some of those moments: …read more.

Claypool Officers with the Claypool Police Department investigated the following incident: 2:55 p.m. Saturday, Dc. 21, 200 block East Section St., Claypool. Officers investigated a report of a violation of a no-contact order.   North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following incident: 1:32 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 24, 300 block North …read more.

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following accident: 1:47 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 26, North CR 175E, north of East CR 1300N, Milford. Driver: Brandon L. Shipp, 24, West Pickwick Drive, Syracuse. Shipp was traveling north on North CR 175E when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $10,000.   Warsaw Officers …read more.

SYRACUSE — On Dec. 10, the Wawasee School Board met for the last time in 2019. When the board reconvenes Jan. 14 for the first time in 2020, it will be reorganization day and various appointments will be made. Looking back at 2019 and looking ahead to 2020, board president Becky Linnemeier said, “I believe …read more.

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

Christine A. “Chris” Hench, 54, Warsaw went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne while surrounded by her loving family. Chris was born Feb. 23, 1965, in Carlisle, Penn. to Terry and Martha (Bender) Paxton. She married Dennis “Smurf” Hench on June 27, 1987; …read more.

Howard J. Reed, 97, died, Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2019, of natural causes at Miller’s Merry Manor in Wakarusa.   He leaves behind his five children: Robert Reed, Rose (Brian) Stiver, Glenn (Sheila) Reed, William (Anne) Reed, and Patricia (James) Wilson; ten grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.  Howard was born in Plymouth, to Emery and Olive …read more.

Dorothy Smith, 96, formerly of rural Akron, passed at 10:10 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor of Columbia City. Arrangements are currently pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron

Paul J. Arnett, 68, Milford, joined his heavenly father at 1:02 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 23, 2019, at Goshen Hospital after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. He was born on April 15, 1951, in Prestonsburg, Ky. to Corbin and Minerva (Hackworth) Arnett. He graduated in 1969 from Warsaw Community High School and lived …read more.

SYRACUSE — Chautauqua-Wawasee, Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation and Syracuse-Wawasee Garden Club host “Gardening in the Face of a Changing Climate Workshop”, Saturday, Feb. 8 from 1-4 p.m. The workshop, lead by John Edgerton of Shelbyville, Mich., will take place at the Oakwood Resort, 702 East Lake View Road, Syracuse. The event is free of charge. …read more.

Ella Mae Ransbottom, 88, of Claypool, passed away on Monday, Dec. 23, 2019, at Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester. Ella Mae was born on Dec. 22, 1931, in Palestine, to Hubert and Evelyn (McCall) Shilling. She was united in marriage to Laveral “Bert” Ransbottom on Oct. 23, 1949, in Palestine. She was a member of …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Christmas is a special time of year and local cities and towns want to help make it a special celebration for their friends, families and neighbors. One of the most popular ways to bring the community together for the holidays is with a Christmas tree lighting gathering.

LEESBURG — Leesburg sixth-graders were recently visited by Lake City Bank for a week in December to learn budgeting skills. In fifth grade, students learned about the economy from the perspective of a worker when they went to JA Biztown. In sixth grade, they learned about the economy from the perspective of a consumer. Volunteers …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Most people dread their hair turning white as they grow older. For the affable Gerald Cox, though, it worked out just fine. The Winona Lake resident has played the role of Santa Claus for the past “10 years or so,” making a couple of appearances a week in northern Indiana and Cadillac, …read more.

PIERCETON – A driver was injured in a one-vehicle accident Tuesday morning south of Warsaw. Shortly before 11:30 a.m., emergency personnel was dispatched to the intersection of Packerton Rd and 400 S for a reported collision. A red 2007 Dodge Journey driven by Nicole Smith, 36, of Pierceton, was traveling north on Packerton Road, approaching …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 5:26 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20, 9000 block West Old Road 30, Etna Green. Diane Williams reported that someone opened a Wells Fargo bank account in her name.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents 11:35 a.m. Monday, …read more.

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:

WARSAW – Kosciusko County employees took a new strategy this year when it comes to Christmas donations. Instead of having one box for all employees to donate food to a selected charity, officials organized a contest between 17 different county departments, which seemed to propel participation. Each department was encouraged to come up with a …read more.

FULTON COUNTY — The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office and Fulton County Crimestoppers are requesting your assistance in locating subjects wanted on felony and/or misdemeanor warrants. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these wanted persons, contact the Fulton County Crimestoppers at (574) 223-7867. Please Read Our Disclaimer All warrants are the property of …read more.

WARSAW — Multiple injuries were reported after a single-vehicle accident south of Winona Lake late Tuesday morning, Dec. 24. At about 11:30 a.m., officers responded to a report of an accident near East CR 400S and South Packerton Road. According to initial dispatch reports, there were multiple injuries. One person was entrapped and had to …read more.

  By Darla McCammon When John and I visited the Louvre in France, we walked through a magical assortment of some of the world’s most famous paintings, including The Mona Lisa. This famous art gallery was once a castle, thus it had high ceilings and ornate rooms with elaborate designs and scrollwork on the ceilings …read more.

WARSAW – Members of United Steelworkers Local 809 began dispersing hundreds of meals to the public as the sun rose on Tuesday morning in Warsaw. Union members collected enough money to provide up to 437 sacks of unprepared meals to families shortly before 8 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 24, at the union hall at 420 Little League …read more.

SIDNEY — A log in the roadway caused a rollover accident resulting in a minor injury, Sunday morning, Dec. 22. The accident happened at 10:23 a.m. on South CR 700E near East CR 750S, northwest of Sidney and southwest of Pierceton. The driver, Ashton G. Shepherd, 16, Country Club Road, Warsaw, said he was driving …read more.

Steven L. Pickens, 61, Warsaw, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2019, at 12:35 a.m. at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. Arrangements are pending McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To Sign the Guestbook or Send a Condolence go to www.mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was sentenced to four years in prison on Monday, Dec. 23, after battering and disarming a North Webster police officer. Orien Jacob Rosbrugh, 25, Warsaw, was charged with disarming a law enforcement officer, a level 5 felony; and possession of methamphetamine and battery against a public safety official, both level …read more.

WARSAW — A Fort Wayne man was sentenced in four home improvement fraud cases on Monday, Dec. 23. As a result of the sentences handed down Monday, Jeremiah Donald Lowe, 36, of Fort Wayne will serve 3 1/2 years in the Kosciusko County Jail. Six years will be served on formal probation. He was also …read more.

St. Peter’s Lutheran To Host Christmas Eve Service WARSAW —  St. Peter’s Lutheran Church of Warsaw invites the community to experience a Traditional Candlelight Christmas Eve Service at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 24, at the Crazy Egg Event Center “The Roost” at 4217 Old Road 30,  Warsaw. Free refreshments precede at 5:30 p.m. Set up …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 6:16 a.m. Monday, Dec. 23, South Packerton Road near East SR 14, Silver Lake. Drivers: Kevin D. Gayheart, 38, North US 35, Winamac; and Kathy A. Sponseller, 61, East Deerwood Court, Warsaw. Gayheart said he was driving east on SR 14 …read more.

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

MENTONE — A Mentone man faces multiple charges including resisting and intimidating law enforcement. Brad Lamar Witham, 65, 4378 South CR 900W, Mentone, faces charges including intimidation of a law enforcement officer, a level 6 felony; battery of a law enforcement officer, a level 6 felony; and resisting law enforcement, a class A misdemeanor. On Nov. …read more.

William E. Staton, 81, North Manchester passed away Dec. 22, 2019, at his residence. William was born Jan. 4, 1938 in Owingsville, Ky. to Russel and Mary Alice (Withrow) Van Buren. When William was four, his father passed away and was then raised by Ewell “Duke” Purvis. At an early age, William found the value …read more.

Alan Eugene Templin, 67, Wabash, went to be with the Lord at 3:10 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. He was born Jan. 18, 1952, in Peru, to Eldon S. and Ruth Ann (Draper) Templin. Alan was a 1970 graduate of Southwood High School and at age 43 he retired early from …read more.

Bonita J. Callahan, 100, North Manchester, died at 12:15 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, at Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester. She was born July 14, 1919, in Chester Township, Wabash County, to Harvey M. and Pearl (Rupley) Michael. Bonita was a 1937 graduate of Chester High School and a 1941 graduate of the Fort …read more.

Mrs. Augusta “Augie” Bair, 86, Rochester, passed away at 3:48 a.m., on Monday, Dec. 23, 2019, at her residence. Augie is lovingly remembered by two daughters, Edie Hisey, of Rochester, Judy Griffis and husband Brad of Tippecanoe; a son, Matthew Thompson and wife Judy of Kenosha, WI; seven grandchildren, Adam Hisey of Rochester, Jessica and …read more.

PIERCETON – The Pierceton Police Department recently added new police chaplains to its staff. Pastor Glenn Hall and Pastor Eric Trump will volunteer their time as police chaplains for the Pierceton Police. Both pastors are long-time residents of Pierceton, said a news release from Pierceton Police. The chaplains will work closely with Pierceton Police officers …read more.

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The National Weather Service has issued a freezing fog advisory until 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 24. The warning includes Kosciusko County as well as counties to the east, west and south. Counties along the northern border of Indiana are under a fog advisory. Freezing fog can result in slick spots on roads, the weather service …read more.

WARSAW — A Cromwell man received a suspended sentence after several children were exposed to drug activity in a residence. Matthew Allen Rasnake, 36, 9620 N. Sandpoint Drive, Cromwell, was charged with neglect of a dependent, a level 5 felony; and possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony. A charge of possession of paraphernalia was …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Police Department is seeking the community’s assistance in locating a robbery suspect.    An armed robbery at the Lake City Bank in Pierceton happened at 1:55 p.m. Monday, Dec. 23.  As the man entered the bank, he displayed a black handgun and ordered bank employees to the ground. Surveillance video shows him wearing …read more.