BOSTON — File this case under “Only in Boston.”

NEWNAN, GA. — A family found a holiday surprise last week after discovering an owl that made its home in their Christmas tree.

WARSAW — Parkview Warsaw’s Center For Healthy Living is again offering the My Best Health program for those wanting to commit to healthier, long-term lifestyle changes. The program focuses on components of nutritional, physical and behavioral changes. Participants receive professional support from a wellness coach, a registered nurse, a registered dietitian and personal trainer during …read more.

Linda L. Branning, 78, of Warsaw, died at 9:44 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2019, at her home in the company of family. She was born Dec. 3, 1941, in Noble County, a daughter of the late Donald C. and Pauline M. (Trumbull) Caskey. She grew up in the Ligonier area, where she graduated from Ligonier …read more.

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

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Police have announced the hiring of Brooke Koldewey as a full-time officer. Koldewey is from the Fort Wayne area and attended the University of Saint Francis. She previously worked as a Medic for Parkview Health and served as a Reserve Officer for the Pierceton Police. She is currently finishing up her …read more.

June Ellen (Edwards) Burrus, 82, Peru, went to be with the Lord at 8:46 am, Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2019 at Duke’s Memorial Hospital in Peru. She was born March 21, 1937, in Casey, Ill. to Victor and Geraldine (Tipsword) Edwards. June was the valedictorian of the 1955 graduating class of Casey High School and graduated …read more.

WABASH — Shawn Klush, Cody Ray Slaughter, Ryan Pelton to perform as “best Elvis Tribute Artists” on Ford Theater stage Sunday, Jan. 19 at 3 p.m., doors open at 2:15 p.m.  The ELVIS Tribute Artist Spectacular is a concert to celebrate the greatest entertainer of all time: Elvis Presley. The show will begin with the …read more.

School officials estimated that there were 250 seats set up for the meeting but several people still had to stand in the back. InkFreeNews photos by Maggie Kenworthy. NORTH MANCHESTER — Upward of 250 people turned out for a special meeting Wednesday night, Dec. 18, that was hosted by Manchester Community Schools to discuss the …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER – Tippecanoe Valley picked another set of swim wins Wednesday night, taking down Three Rivers Conference neighbor Manchester.

Basketball results for Wednesday, Dec. 18.

BOURBON – Warsaw needed just a half hour to beat Triton, 60-12, Wednesday in wrestling at the TAC.

MENTONE – Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation officials offered condolences Wednesday after learning of the death of Jeff Shriver, a longtime coach and teacher. “Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation would like to send our deepest condolences to our beloved Jeff Shriver and his family, friends and to our Valley community on the news this afternoon of his …read more.

ROCHESTER — Alyssa Shepherd, the 25-year-old Rochester motorist who struck four children, killing three of them at a bus stop on SR 25 last year, will serve up to four years in prison. Shepherd’s sentence was delivered Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 18, after the court heard a series of victim statements and a short address from …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 3:41 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18, 8800 block Old Road 30, Etna Green. Domestic battery was reported.  9:55 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, 7500 block W. Person Road, Warsaw. Invasion of privacy was reported.  6:00 p.m. Monday, Dec 16, 100 block EMS C30 Lane, …read more.

ROCHESTER —  Alyssa Shepherd, 25, Rochester, will apparently serve up to four years in prison after being convicted in the deaths of three children at a bus stop outside of Rochester last year.  Shepherd was sentenced to a 10-year sentence after hitting and killing three children and seriously injuring a fourth last year as they …read more.

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

Kosciusko County Officers Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accident: 5:38 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, North CR 800W and West CR 640N, Warsaw. Driver: Barbara Yoder, 55, Byrer Road, Etna Green. Yoder’s vehicle struck a deer. Damage up to $1,000. Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department responded to the following accidents: 7:41 …read more.

Nellie E. VanMarcke, a longtime resident of Barbee Lake and of the Warsaw area, passed away at 5:10 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2019, in Warsaw Meadows Care Center. Set to turn 101 years old on Saturday, Nellie was born on Dec. 21, 1918, in Connersville. She was the daughter of Walter L. and Almeta (Frick) …read more.

Mary Carol Chrisenberry, 70, Warsaw, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2019, in her Warsaw home. Arrangements for her Life Celebration® are pending with Titus Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent and updates to service information may be viewed at www.TitusFuneralHome.com

INDIANAPOLIS — With dropping temperatures, Indiana Conservation Officers advise being mindful of the potential hazards of frozen lakes, ponds, rivers and streams. It’s also important to keep a watchful eye on neighborhood retention ponds, lakes and other waterways for others who may venture out and find themselves in trouble said a news release from the …read more.

WARSAW — Girl Scout Troop 10380 recently collected over 130 pounds of candy that were “Halloween leftovers” people wanted to have to go to a good cause. Donation boxes were set up at a host of local businesses form Nov. 1 to 8. The candy will go to organizations and businesses with kids who can …read more.

Carmen J. Lock, 83, Warsaw, passed away 2:44 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2019, in her residence. Carmen was born on Aug. 14, 1936, in Miami Co, to Mourice and Josephine (McIntosh) Houser. She grew up in Ossian, where she attended and graduated from Ossian High School in 1955. She was united in marriage to Milford …read more.

ELKHART — A restaurant in Elkhart is one of the Top 100 Restaurants in the U.S. for 2019, according to the online reservation service OpenTable.

PIERCETON — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Dolly May True to her name, Dolly May is a doll. She is a three-year-old, spayed, female Staffordshire/Weimaraner mix. She weighs approximately 50 pounds. Dolly May is one of the sweetest and most …read more.

WARSAW — The holidays can be a difficult time for those who have experienced some type of significant loss. “Coping with Losses: Navigating Rough Waters,” a free program, will be presented at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 19, by social workers Amy Kellar and Jeni Reilly, Kosciusko Home Care and Hospice. The program will take place …read more.

Michael “Mike” Edward Stahly, 56, Warsaw, passed away at 9:40 p.m. on Dec. 16, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. His fun-loving stories, quips, and joy for the simple things in life will never be forgotten.  Born on Jan. 16, 1963, to parents, Jim Stahly (wife Sharon) and Dana Stahly (Wagner). He was the …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Manchester University has been awarded a $100,000 planning grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. The grant is part of the endowment’s new initiative, Charting the Future for Indiana’s Colleges and Universities. “We are deeply grateful for Lilly Endowment for its commitment to higher education and this opportunity,” said Manchester President Dave McFadden. “We …read more.

WARSAW — Jeff Wagoner was “never big on decorating for Christmas” during his childhood years in Rochester or his 15 years living in Kentucky. But after he moved to Warsaw three years ago, at the amicable challenge of his neighbors, he went all Clark Griswold. “The neighbors across the road said, ‘You will never match …read more.

CLAYPOOL — Claypool Fire Chief Bob Haines has retired after 37 years of fire service. Haines started his fire service career with Winona Lake Fire Department in 1982. In 1985, at the age of 23, he moved to Tippecanoe and became chief at Tippecanoe Fire Department until he moved to Etna Green Fire Department in …read more.

MILFORD — On Monday, Dec. 16, North Central Indiana Housing revealed the 2019 winners of the Good Housekeeping Award prize drawing. Warsaw’s winner was Shirley Lyons, whose apartment is overseen by Village Management Company, and Goshen’s was Patricia Snyder of Lacasa, Inc, said a news release from Northern Indiana Housing. The prizes – $100 Walmart …read more.

CLAYPOOL — The Claypool Town Council amended a downtown parking ordinance and moved to raise rates for trash pickup on Tuesday, Dec. 17. Council members voted to amend a March 2015 ordinance regarding downtown parking in Claypool. The amendment says parking will no longer be limited to business parking only on South Main Street between …read more.

  Jeannine M. Tartaglia, 90, rural Columbia City, passed away on Dec. 16, 2019, at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Chicago, Ill., on May 15, 1929, to the late James and Margaret (Rotermund) Hopkins. She spent her formative years in Chicago, attended Austin High School in Chicago. Jeannine married Michael Tartaglia in Chicago, …read more.

Francis Edward “Red” Kowatch passed peacefully into his Heavenly home to be reunited with his long-time wife, Mary (Burkett) Kowatch at 4:15 a.m., Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 96. Ed was born on Jan. 8, 1923, in Culver. As a lifelong resident of Culver, he was known for his job …read more.

SOUTH BEND — The Food Bank of Northern Indiana is getting help providing food to those in need during the holiday season.

NORTH WEBSTER — A GoFundMe has been recently established for a North Webster woman who has undergone several surgeries after being diagnosed with a jaw tumor. Kailey Ball is a 20-year-old Manchester University sophomore majoring in social work. She graduated early from Wawasee High School with academic honors. However, after multiple surgeries and hospital visits …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 2:07 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, North SR 15 near West Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Drivers: Caden E. Graham, 16, South Summer Breeze Court, Warsaw; and James A. Bryan, 61, East Washington Street, Syracuse. Bryan was driving his vehicle north on SR …read more.

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

Carmen Lock, 83, Warsaw, passed away at 2:44 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2019, in her residence. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

CROMWELL — Fun, festive, and final. Each December brings a holly jolly feel to the sewer crew that comprises the board of Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District, and Monday night, Dec. 16, was no exception. Although the board and district said goodbye to member Rex Heil after 20 years of service, there was much to …read more.

Shirley Bragg, 84, passed away on Dec. 11, 2019, in her son’s home on Chapman Lake. She was surrounded by her family at the time of her passing. Shirley was born in Springfield, Ill. on Oct. 27, 1935. She was the daughter of Louis and Ida Starbuck who preceded her in passing. She was a …read more.

WARSAW — Meeting dates for the Kosciusko County Local Emergency Planning Committee have been announced for 2020. All meetings are open to the public. Meetings will be Feb. 13, May 14, Aug. 13 and Nov. 12. Meetings begin at 3 p.m. in the Justice Building, video conference room, 121 N. Lake St., Warsaw. Under the …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The last 2019 meeting of the North Webster Town Council Tuesday, Dec. 17, was a swift sail through the agenda. Highlights included the approval of a bid for meters for the sewage system, notification that disposable wipes are causing problems and more information about the K21 Health Foundation grant to the town. …read more.

SYRACUSE — After almost an hour of discussion regarding an encroachment agreement between Gordon and Laurie Lord and the town, the Syracuse Town Council chose instead to instruct town attorney Vern Landis to write a letter to the Syracuse Board of Zoning Appeals instructing it to drop its lawsuit against the Lords. Attorney Steve Snyder, …read more.

NAPPANEE – Wawasee moved some pieces around among its pair of swim wins at NorthWood Tuesday night.

Boys basketball results from Tuesday, Dec. 17.

AKRON — After falling behind by 10 early, Peru players began taking it to their hosts in the second period on the way to a 58-48 victory over Tippecanoe Valley in the Vikings’ TRC-opener Tuesday.

WABASH — Tippecanoe Valley wrestling traveled to Southwood and beat the host Knights in dominant fashion with a 64-18 drubbing of the Vikings’ Three Rivers Conference rivals.

Girls basketball results for Tuesday, Dec. 17.

WARSAW – Warsaw swim had no trouble collecting wins against Plymouth in the pool Tuesday night.

LIGONIER – West Noble senior Kristina Teel has chosen Grace College to continue her volleyball career.

From Left: New Winona Lake Police Reserve Officers Dalis Owens and Brittany Lyon being sworn in by Town Attorney Adam Turner, right. InkFreeNews photo by Kory Stoneburner-Betts. WINONA LAKE — The Town Council approved the swearing-in of two reserve officers for the Winona Lake Police Department at its meeting, Tuesday night, Dec. 17. Brittany Lyon …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Park Foundation met Monday, Dec. 16, to approve its August minutes and review its financial report, which included the first payment of $480,876.93 for the Conklin Bay Trail. Treasurer Dr. Tom Edington also apprised foundation board members of progress being made on the Conklin Bay Trail. This included some savings on handrails, …read more.

Fred D. Weagley, 80, Claypool, and formerly of Marion, passed at 8:40 p.m., Monday, Dec. 16, 2019, at his residence He was born on April 11, 1939, in Marion, to Richard and Velma (Martin) Weagley. He married on April 17, 1981, in Celina, Ohio, to Darlene Bertie Pence, who preceded him in death on July …read more.

WARSAW — Lauryn Rhodes and Kirstyn Yoder were recently announced as Kosciusko County Lilly Endowment Community Scholars. Each year, Kosciusko County recommends two students to receive the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship award, which is a four-year, full-tuition scholarship to the Indiana college or university of their choice. Rhodes is a senior at Warsaw Community High …read more.

Michael “Mike” Stahly, 56, Warsaw, passed away at 9:40 p.m., Monday, Dec. 16, 2019, in Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To Sign the Guestbook or Send a Condolence go to www.mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

WARSAW — A book signing will be held from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18, at Buffalo Street Emporium, 116 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw, for a newly-released book by Warsaw resident Kim Gregory-Baney. “If Only Walls Could Talk” contains almost 500 pages of information regarding history and stats of the Warsaw Speedway. The book also features …read more.

PIERCETON — Whitko School Board of Trustees granted permission for the purchase of three new buses in its meeting, Monday night, Dec. 16 at Pierceton Elementary School. The board approved the purchase of three buses through Kerlin Bus Sales in Silver Lake. One minibus and two 81-passenger buses will replace buses in the current fleet …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 7:37 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, South SR 15 near West CR 200S, Warsaw. Driver: Misty L. Prater, 41, South Graceland Avenue, Claypool. Prater was driving her vehicle when a deer entered the roadway. Damages up to $5,000. 6:36 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 6:05 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16, 1100 block Polk Drive, Warsaw. Chelsea R. Chavera reported theft. Value: $20. 4:09 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16, 1200 block Lake City Highway, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of suspicious activity. Fulton County Officers with the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office …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:

Anna Bailey WARSAW — Arrest warrants have been issued for three people, including former director of Kosciusko County Community Corrections Anna Bailey and her former assistant, Taylor Pagan, less than a week after officials admitted there were internal problems with the monitoring program. Warrants were issued for Bailey, 41, 69309 Walnut Road, Walkerton; Pagan, 23, …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Grace College freshman JJ Aalbue was named the NCCAA Player of the Year for women’s soccer.

James P. Berner JR, 58, Pierceton, passed away at 12:18 p.m., Monday, Dec. 16, 2019, in Kosciusko Community Hospital of Warsaw. James was born on Jan. 1, 1961 in Warsaw, to James P. and Paula Ann (Smith) Berner, SR. He was united in marriage to Sharon DeVille on Sept. 10, 2016, at Ridinger Lake in …read more.

By Darla McCammon Our second famous masterpiece about the Christmas story is a beautiful, dramatic work by Rembrandt. It is titled “The Dream of St. Joseph” and it is in the Baroque style. We have not talked about the Baroque style of painting before. The definition of this style of painting can be found at …read more.

WARSAW – Passage of two resolutions supporting two residential TIF districts – the final step in the establishment process – apparently puts Warsaw as one of the first in Indiana to do so. The redevelopment commission’s final approval on Monday, Dec. 16, follows support from the city plan commission, city council and Warsaw Community Schools …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee wrapped up its end-of-the-year business and also received an update on the Conklin Bay project at its monthly meeting Monday, Dec. 16. While it was the last meeting of the year for the committee, it was the first meeting for the new executive director, Erlene Yentes. Work on the Conklin …read more.

WARSAW — A Wabash man faces charges after allegedly attempting to take merchandise from Walmart without paying for it. Justin William Kelly, 42, 263 Hale Drive, Wabash, is charged with theft, a level 6 felony; and criminal trespass, a class A misdemeanor.  According to the affidavit of probable cause, on Nov. 17, an office with …read more.

Wilma S. Yoder, 86, Nappanee, died at 5:50 am, Monday, Dec. 16, 2019, at Elkhart Hospice House after a short illness.  She was born Aug. 7, 1933 in Elkhart County to Monroe A. and Tillie (Stutzman) Stutzman. On April 7, 1955, she married Owen J. Yoder in Nappanee.  He preceded her in death March 31, …read more.

Beverly Joan Coldren, 92, passed away peacefully on Monday at 7:18 a.m. on Dec. 16, 2019, at Grace Village, Winona Lake. She was born Sept. 24, 1927, to Omer “Otis” and Beatrice (VanPherson) Coldren. After graduating from Laketon High School, Beverly moved to Lafayette where she was a professional seamstress working out of her home …read more.

Basketball results for Monday, Dec. 16.

Lois E. Roop, 103, North Manchester, passed away Dec. 16, 2019, at Timbercrest Healthcare Center, North Manchester. Lois was born in Delta, Ohio on May 5, 1916, to D.G. and Effie (Kintner) Berkebile. Lois graduated from Manchester College in 1938. Lois married G. Frederic Roop on June 1, 1940. Fred passed away on Dec. 21, …read more.

Elizabeth J. Figert, 94, of North Manchester, died at 8:10 p.m., Friday, Dec. 13, 2019, at Timbercrest Healthcare Center in North Manchester. She was born July 5, 1925, in Tillatoba, Miss. to Merion Elijah and Annie Mae (Cook) Jackson. Elizabeth married Paul Figert in Roann, Indiana on May 1, 1946; he died Sept. 9, 1999. …read more.

Victor E. Hill passed in peace on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019, at the age of 86 in Rialto, Calif. He was born in Fulton County, Indiana, to Donald and Juanita Hill on June 18, 1933. He spent much of his youth on the farm in northern Indiana then moved to Illinois, California, Michigan, then back …read more.

WARSAW – City officials hope to re-open CR 300N – including a roundabout – on Friday before completing the roadwork next spring. The road and roundabout at Shelden Street is west of SR 15N near the Kohl’s department store. The road serves a growing area that includes several apartment buildings, a school and retail areas. …read more.

James P. Berner, II, 58, Pierceton, passed away at 12:18 p.m., Monday, Dec. 16, 2019, in Kosciusko Community Hospital of Warsaw. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

WARSAW – The city of Warsaw has launched a new alert system to keep residents and businesses better informed in a more timely manner. Registration is necessary to receieve the alerts. Residents and businesses can register for alerts of their choice by visiting warsaw.in.gov/alerts.   Current alert categories include: • Emergency alerts • Road closure …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 8:26 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16, 8345 S. SR 19, south of West CR 900S, Akron. Driver: Brandon L. Ault, 36, South SR 25, Warsaw. Ault was turning his vehicle around in a parking lot when his vehicle struck a light pole. Ault …read more.

FORT WAYNE – The leader of Most Precious Blood Church has been placed on administrative leave after being accused of sexually abusing a child.

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WARSAW – It’s core four for the Warsaw gymnastics program, starting with just four athletes suited up for the 2019-20 season.

WARSAW – Lakeview Middle School’s Joey Rastrelli ran in the USATF Nationals this past weekend.

WINONA LAKE – A pair of Grace athletes had their names called again among the awards honor rolls.

WARSAW – As City Council works to line up the ability to retain its own attorney, one thing is clear: Individuals on council won’t be able to just pick up the phone and get some quick thoughts. On Monday night, Dec. 16, council decided to take a step back and will retool their plan to have …read more.

WARSAW — Five merit deputies, as well as four reserve deputies and several corrections staff, were sworn in to their new positions during the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office employee swearing-in ceremony on Monday, Dec. 16. Merit and reserve deputies were each sworn in separately by Judge David Cates. Officers’ wives, girlfriends and mothers were a …read more.

MENTONE — Student recognition was the theme of the Tippecanoe Valley School Board meeting held tonight, Dec. 16, as several scholarship winners and recognitions were announced. Kirstyn Yoder was announced as a Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship winner. This scholarship is awarded to only 143 students across Indiana yearly. Yoder will receive a full scholarship at …read more.

SYRACUSE — On Monday, Dec. 16, DeWitt filed a second amended complaint against Dustin and Lindsey Johns in response to Judge Christopher D. Kehler’s, Kosciusko Superior Court 4, ruling on Dec. 9, to dismiss due to insufficient details pending an amended complaint.

WINONA LAKE – Grace College alumna Laura Hoke donated $29,000 to Compassion International to build a school in Tanzania through her workplace matching gift benefit. Hoke’s donation enables 233 children to go to school in Tanzania, and the young millennial plans to continue giving said a news release from Grace College. “This is the best …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 6:08 a.m. Monday, Dec. 16, 3200 block East US 30, Warsaw. Officers investigate the theft of $1,000 worth of tools from Tractor Supply Company. 1:31 a.m. Monday, Dec. 16, 2100 block SR 19, Mentone. Officers investigated a report of domestic battery. Warsaw …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 9:20 a.m. Monday, Dec. 16, East Stanton Road near EMS T25 Lane, Warsaw. Driver: Brandi L. Berry, 33, North Highland Lane, Leesburg. Berry’s vehicle ran off the roadway and collided with a NIPSCO pole and a street sign. Damages up to …read more.

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

MARSHALL COUNTY — Indiana State Police Troopers in Marshall County responded to a crash on Monday, Dec. 16, between a semi and a passenger car at US 6 and Miami Trail, which claimed two lives. At 11:19 a.m., Marshall County Dispatch received a report of a crash between a semi and a passenger car near …read more.

Dora Jeanne Weirick, affectionately known as Jeanne, passed away at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor of Warsaw, at the age of 81. She was born on Aug. 4, 1938, in Warsaw, to Helen Marguerite (Hoffer) and William Harry Frush. On Sept. 10, 1961, she was married to Gerald Willard …read more.

BOURBON —Triton School Corporation Scholars had a successful showing at the State FFA Contest on Saturday, Dec. 14 at Purdue University. Below are the following results according to a news release from Triton Community Schools:

Floyd F. “Doc” Warren, 97, Ligonier, passed away at 2:05 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 14, 2019, at Courtyard Healthcare in Goshen. He was born on July 24, 1922, the son of Floyd F. and Nellie R. (Douglas) Warren Sr. in North Bloomfield, Ohio. On Sept. 27, 1947, he married Ivalou Siegel in Troy, Ohio. Doc is …read more.

Alan Leslie Chambers, 71, Plymouth, passed away at 7:20 a.m., Dec. 15, 2019, at his residence following an illness since August. On Feb. 11, 1948, in Tulsa, Okla. he was born to Bill and Lorraine (Gossett) Chambers. He moved to Indiana in 1999, having been born and raised in Oklahoma. On May 29, 1969, he …read more.

BLOOMINGTON, SOUTH BEND, WEST LAFAYETTE – Three universities in the Hoosier state are on the list of Bloomberg Businessweek magazine’s Best “B-Schools” to get an MBA.

Tim Hori, the owner of Three Crowns Coffee, prepares a drink at the North Detroit Street store in Warsaw. InkFreeNews photo by Kory Stoneburner-Betts. WARSAW— Three Crowns Coffee is offering some new options at its recently-opened second location in Warsaw. Three Crowns Coffee & Craft Sodas at 941 N. Detroit St., opened quietly about almost …read more.

Alyssa Shepherd ROCHESTER — The sentencing for Alyssa Shepherd, who was found guilty of three counts of reckless homicide after hitting four kids who were boarding a school bus, is scheduled for 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18. She faces a maximum of 21 1/2 years in prison. On Oct. 30, 2018, a school bus was …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Organizers of the World Compassion Network Run/Walk for Hunger 5K are gearing up for their event on March 28. “The 5K is WCN’s community service event that gives 100% of the net proceeds to great local churches, schools and organizations that fight hunger in our area,” said Josh Grill, missions director. The …read more.