Patricia M. Johnson, 85, Columbia City, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2019, at Parkview Whitley Hospital. She was born Feb. 19, 1934, to Earl and Alice B. (Hinman) Herron in Whitley County. Patricia graduated from Coesse High School in 1952 and Lutheran School of Nursing in 1955. She worked at Whitley Memorial Hospital for 25 …read more.

Wanda L. Loudermilk, 88, Rochester, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2019, at Woodlawn Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester

WARSAW — When it comes to an event in downtown Warsaw, Paula Bowman can likely be found somewhere behind the scenes.

WINONA LAKE — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Indiana awarded the Charles D. Smith Award to Maple Leaf Farms & the Tucker Family during the 6th Annual BIG Celebration on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2019, at the Winona Heritage Room. Established in 2015 and named in honor of its inaugural recipient, this special accolade recognizes …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 4:18 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4, 100 block EMS W11 Lane, North Webster. Echo Bay reported a vehicle stuck in the yard of a residence. 1:11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4, 5100 East Wooster Road, Pierceton. Officers investigated a report of theft. 3:13 p.m. …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 7:27 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4, East Old Road 30, west of North CR 650E, Pierceton. Driver: Shelli A. McBride, 46, East Seneca Street, Albion. McBride was traveling west on Old Road 30 when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $5,000. …read more.

WARSAW — A Claypool man was recently arrested after an officer searched him and discovered methamphetamine residue. Arthur Crit Martin, 32, 5381 W. Turner Road, Claypool, is charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of a syringe, level 6 felonies; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. On Nov. 16, an officer with the …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 Tthe following people were booked in the Elkhart County Corrections Facility: Marshall County The following people were booked in the Marshall County Jail:

Ronald F. “Ron” Miller, 84, Warsaw, passed away at 8:38 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2019, at Visiting Nurse & Hospice in Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, SR 13 and CR 500N, North Webster.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Area Plan Commission denied a rezoning request Wednesday, Dec. 4, that would open the door to allow the placement of a communications tower. The request, made by Nick Deeter, involved rezoning a 10.76 tract of ground on Prairie Street, south of CR 400N, Warsaw, from a Residential District to an …read more.

COLUMBIA CITY — Whitley County BABE, a non-profit organization that specializes in providing resources and a community for moms and families, announced the appointment of five new members to their board of directors. Tiffany Careins, soulmedic advisor for Remedy Live; Niki Harris, registered nurse; Laura Leffler, long-time supporter of BABE; Carol Radke, homemaker and realtor; …read more.

KISSIMMEE, Fla. – Despite losing a pool play game against Ottawa-Arizona on Wednesday, there was still reason to celebrate for Grace’s men’s soccer team.

Basketball results for Wednesday, Dec. 4.

  MENTONE — The Mentone Town Council heard concerns regarding living conditions in a local mobile home court at its monthly meeting, Wednesday, Dec. 4. Councilmember Tim Croy brought to the council’s attention complaints regarding the conditions at Kline Trailer Court. Jeff and Sarah McCoy, currently of Rochester, lived in a house trailer on Lot …read more.

MARSHALL COUNTY — UNIT Officers with the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department conducted an operation in LaPaz resulting in the issuance of a search warrant for a trailer at Creekside Mobile Home Park, Tuesday, Dec. 3. Three adults were arrested as a result of the search warrant. William Swihart, 26, of Plymouth, was arrested for dealing …read more.

PIERCETON — The Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County has been at its new shelter location for two months now. However, the AWL still needs approximately $800,000 to fully cover the cost of the new shelter. “We are so blessed to have this building,” said AWL Board President Beth Harrison. “We can’t express how grateful …read more.

WARSAW — Thursday, Dec. 5, is the last day to bring your used toys and children’s items to the Home & Family Arts building at Kosciusko County Fairgrounds where the 26th Annual Toy Time event is taking place. The event is open to the public. Event Organizer Ami Pitt partners with Toys for Tots and …read more.

WARSAW — The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Program kicks off Saturday, Dec. 6. The Salvation Army Angel Tree program will kick off in Downtown Warsaw during “First Friday,” Dec. 6, as Warsaw Rotary Club holds its 92nd Annual “Rotary Toy Day.”  Members will bring toys to their club meeting on Dec. 6 and add them …read more.

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

By Darla McCammon With very little time between Thanksgiving and Christmas this year, you might want to get a head start on holiday baking. Did you ever think about the art in making those Christmas cookies we leave out, along with a cold glass of milk, for Santa to enjoy? The history of those cookies …read more.

Leon A. Dull, 76, Kimmell, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2019, at Northridge Village in Albion. He was born on Feb. 25, 1943, the son of Orville L. And Inez D. (Brazel) Dull. He is survived by his son, Rusty (Pommy) Collins of Wolf Lake; four grandchildren: Alex, Jesse, Malina, and Surin; a brother, …read more.

WARSAW — For the better part of the evening Friday, Dec. 6, the city of Warsaw will provide a winter wonderland to Yuletide revelers, courtesy of the city’s First Friday celebration. The event, dubbed “Hometown Holly Days,” will run from 5 to 9 p.m. and will feature a variety of seasonal activities in Central Park …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College School of Business recently celebrated the completion of its first Kauffman FastTrac taught in Spanish. The seven-week program sponsored by the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce and the Gordon Institute for Enterprise Development was a resounding success for the 10 participants and two instructors Dr. Rick Koontz and Dr. Alan Grossnickle, …read more.

Phyllis J. Herendeen, 93, of Columbia City, passed away at 5:15 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2019, at Sycamore Village, Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City

Anna D. “Donna” Yoder, 89, Milford passed away Monday, Dec. 2, 2019, surrounded by family. Donna was born June 20, 1930, the daughter of Russell and Edith (Stout) Timmons. Donna was a lifetime area resident and enjoyed spending time at their cabin on Perch Lake in Sidnaw, Mich. She enjoyed riding side by side UTV’s …read more.

Logan A. Herbert, 79, Ocala, Fla.; formerly of North Manchester, passed away at 7:05 p.m. on Nov. 29, 2019, at Brandley House, Summerfield, Fla. One of two children, Logan was born on Oct. 25, 1940, in Herculaneum, Mo., to Charles and Rose (Higgins) Herbert. On Jan. 13, 1996, Logan married L. Maxine Minton. The two …read more.

WARSAW – A military veteran from Westfield is seeking to get his name on the ballot in hopes of challenging fellow Republican Gov. Eric Holcomb in next year’s gubernatorial race. Brian Roth says he’s offering a different approach and is committing to serving only one term if elected. He’s also offering to donate his salary, …read more.

WABASH — The Fort Wayne Philharmonic will be performing holiday classics at the Honeywell Center at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 18.  The Fort Wayne Philharmonic Holiday Pops will include holiday classics “Christmas Lullaby,” “Sleigh Ride,” “Parade of The Wooden Soldiers” and “A Holly And Jolly Sing-Along” to conclude the concert. The Holiday Pops is conducted by …read more.

Duwaine J. Elliott, 86, Bremen, passed away Monday, Dec. 2, 2019, in his home. Duwaine was born on May 24, 1933, in Bremen to David Laverne and Dorothy (Stuntz) Elliott. On Dec. 8, 1955, he married Geraldine “Jeri” Spencer. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years Jeri; children, Teri Elliott Jordan of …read more.

Beverley Kay Hiner, 79, Wabash, died at 2:04 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2019, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. She was born April 8, 1940, in Wabash County, to Gilbert and Genevieve (Barnes) Walker. Beverley was a 1958 graduate of Wabash High School. She married Boyd J. Hiner in Wabash on Aug. 23, 1958; he died Sept. …read more.

Betty L. Weaver, 84, Goshen, died 1:05 p.m. Monday, Dec. 2, 2019 at Elkhart General Hospital. She was born Sept. 2, 1935, in Goshen, to Russell H. and Pauline H. (Holden) Holden. On July 26, 1996, she married LeRoy Gene Weaver and he died Nov. 12, 2011. Surviving are a daughter, Kelli (Jeff) Weldy, South …read more.

WEBER COUNTY, UTAH — Kat Perry and Cory Holt were sledding in the Ant Flat area on Saturday when they came across an unlikely surprise – a litter of puppies.

Sarah Lockridge, pictured in the center and next to teacher Scott Erba (to her left), stands with students who collected toiletry items for recovering addicts. InkFreeNews Photo by Dan Spalding. WARSAW — As Sarah Lockridge endeavors to collect $10,000 to use for clothing and personal supplies for recovering addicts, she said she recently began to …read more.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incident: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3, 100 block South Main St., Milford. Steven L. Whetten of Whettens Pizza reported theft from a pop machine. Value: $30.   Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incident: 5:23 p.m. Monday, Dec. 2, 200 block …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 5:49 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4, 1 Tiger Lane, Warsaw. Drivers: James S. Deming, 45, South Woodfield Trail, Warsaw; and Jennifer R. Brouwer, 48, Stone Camp Trail, Winona Lake. Deming’s vehicle backed into Brouwer’s vehicle. Damage up to $2,500. 2:05 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2501 …read more.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Fulton County The following person was booked in the Fulton County Jail: Elkhart County The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Correctional Facility:

LEESBURG — Third graders at Leesburg Elementary School gathered for the twelfth annual Turkey Read Day on Nov. 26. Special guest readers included the coaching team of Warsaw Community Schools, with volunteers from Grace College and Combined Community Services. Students read in their pajamas throughout the day and celebrated with a Thanksgiving feast. Organizers would …read more.

WARSAW – NorthWood flexed its muscle in grabbing a 43-38 girls basketball win at Warsaw Tuesday night.

ELKHART – Wawasee won 22 of 24 events to double up Elkhart Memorial in boys and girls swimming Tuesday at the EAC.

KISSIMMEE, Fla. – Grace’s men’s soccer team had an ideal opening to the 2019 NCCAA National Championships, shutting out Ecclesia 4-0 Tuesday night.

Girls basketball results for Tuesday, Dec. 3.

BOURBON — Jake Reichard poured in 31 points, and Plymouth held off host Triton down the stretch, 41-38 Tuesday night.

Boys basketball results from Tuesday, Dec. 3.

ORANGE BEACH, Ala. – Grace’s fantastic women’s soccer season ended in the Sweet 16 Tuesday at the NAIA National Championships.

WARSAW – Police believe the same person involved in an attempted robbery of a credit union Tuesday in Warsaw was the same involved in a Nov. 12 robbery. Indiana Lakes Federal Credit Union, 322 S. Detroit St., was the apparent target of a robbery on Tuesday afternoon. Warsaw Police released very few details, but spokesman …read more.

Terry Howie, pictured in the middle, is seen with then-Congressman Todd Young (L) and Winona Lake Clerk-Treasurer Kent Adams. Howie died Monday, Dec. 2, at his home in Winona Lake. WINONA LAKE — Longtime Winona Lake civic leader, Terry Howie, passed away Monday evening, Dec. 2. Howie died following an accident at his home. He …read more.

WARSAW – Indiana Lakes Federal Credit Union in Warsaw was the apparent target of a robbery on Tuesday afternoon. Reports of a robbery at the credit union at 322 S. Detroit St., were received by dispatch early Tuesday afternoon. The bank is at the corner of South Detroit and East Winona Avenue. Police did not …read more.

Terry Alan Howie, of Winona Lake, passed away unexpectedly at 5:45 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 2, 2019, at the age of 73.  He was born on Oct. 18, 1946, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania to Mary Louise (Roberts) Howie and Gail Von Howie. Terry married Lynn Suzanne (Paige) Howie on Nov. 16, 1997.  Terry moved to Winona …read more.

Matthew John Ware, 35, Kendallville, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, Dec. 2, 2019. He was born on June 7, 1984, the son of Leslie and Kelly (Waldron) Ware in Kendallville. Survivors include his parents, Leslie and Kelly Ware of Ligonier; four children, Kylie, Landon, Ryker, and Brantley; two sisters, Rachel (Rick Rollins) Ware …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County will consider waiving any late fees for taxpayers who submitted tax payments a day late as a result of an online error. Fall tax payments were due Nov. 12, but the treasurer’s website indicated incorrectly that the deadline was Nov. 13, a mistake that might have led property owners to unwittingly …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department responded to the following accidents: 7:17 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3, 1095 Polk Drive, Warsaw. Driver: Caitlyn E. Smart, 24, EMS B33 Lane, Warsaw. Smart was driving her vehicle when she said her accelerator stuck. She maneuvered her car off the paved driveway into the grass and collided with …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incident: 8:29 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1, 400 block East Winona Avenue, Warsaw. Officers investigated a theft at Quick Clean Laundry. Fulton County Officers with the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 11:04 a.m. Monday, Dec. 2, CR 100S and CR 200W, Rochester. A …read more.

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

BLOOMINGTON  — Fans around the world mourned the death of a Hoosier cat and Internet sensation known for shining a light on special needs pets.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Toys for Tots will have its annual toy drive Saturday morning, Dec. 7, with WNDU 16. This year’s toy drive will be at Martin’s Supermarket on Husky Trail next to Menard’s from 7-11 a.m. A caravan of fire trucks will make its way to Martin’s from JB’s Furniture, 2101 E. Center …read more.

GOSHEN – Goshen’s Brynn Shoup-Hill was named the District 1 Player of the Week by the IBCA.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Police Department is advising the public, especially those who work jobs that involve accepting money, of a local counterfeiter. On Dec. 2, several local businesses received counterfeit $100 bills. According to the WPD, there are two details that can be spotted on these counterfeit bills. The magnetic strip is on the …read more.

Rick Shriver, 72, Warsaw, passed away at 1:05 p.m., Monday, Dec. 2, 2019, in his residence. Rick was born on July 08, 1947, in Warsaw, to Charles “Butch” and Frances (Heckman) Shriver. He lived his lifetime as a resident of Kosciusko County. Rick retired after 38 years as a pipe mechanic for Nipsco. He was an …read more.

Tracy Lynn Current, 49, Troy, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019, at her residence.  She was born in Goshen, on Sept. 14, 1970. Tracy is survived by her parents: Julie A. (Mike) Nordin of Syracuse; and Don M. (Judy) Current of Fort Wayne; two children: Aleshya (Brad) Hutchinson of Sidney; and Dyllan Current of …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw has announced the final week for loose leaf pick-up will be next week. Leaves can be raked to the curb or alley (not in the street) by 7 a.m. and the leaf crews will pick them up on your regular trash day the week of Dec. 9 through Dec. …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee High School will host a gymnastics clinic Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon in the WHS annex gym.

Boys basketball results from Monday, Dec. 2.

WARSAW – After an overnight dusting of snow, Kosciusko County will see cold and clear conditions through the rest of the workweek. Tuesday, Dec. 3, will be cloudy with a high of 30 and an overnight low of 30. Wednesday will be partly cloudy with a nearly identical high and low, the National Weather Service …read more.

NEW CASTLE – Jim Kessler was recently named to receive the Indiana Pacers Silver Medal Award.

MIDDLEBURY — An investigation is underway into the theft of 18 puppies from a dog breeder in Middlebury last week.

WARSAW — A Nappanee man was sentenced to three years in the Kosciusko County Jail, with the option to serve the sentence through work release or community corrections, after his involvement in a 2017 vehicle accident that injured three people. Jeremy Alan Green, 37, 500 Pleasant Acres Drive, Nappanee, was charged with driving while suspended, …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 5:28 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26, 3300 block East CR 700S, Claypool. Stacey Sue McGowan reported theft of a trail cam valued at $100.  1:36 p.m. Monday, Dec. 2, 100 block State Street/Walnut Street, Etna Green. A traffic crash was reported by Austin …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: Marshall County The following people were booked in the Marshall County Jail:

NAPPANEE – NorthWood used depth to collect a pair of swim wins Monday against visiting Tippecanoe Valley.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 4:33 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3, SR 15, south of West CR 950S, Silver Lake. Driver: Thelma E. Ehrick, 50, Sycamore Street, Silver Lake. Ehrick’s vehicle struck a deer. Damage up to $5,000.  5:27 p.m. Monday, Dec. 2, Old Road 30, east of …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The shopping days of Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over, so now it’s time to pay it forward on this Giving Tuesday.

WARSAW — Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce is currently accepting nominations for its 2019 Chamber Awards. The Chamber annually honors businesses and individuals for their role in business, community and economic growth in Kosciusko County. The Chamber is currently accepting award nominations to honor said businesses. Award nominees must be current members of the Kosciusko Chamber …read more.

Carole E. Gessinger, 83, Nappanee, died at 2:52 pm, Friday, Nov. 29, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Wakarusa. She was born May 11, 1936, in Nappanee to Noah O. and Bernice (Peters) Miller. She was a lifetime resident of Nappanee and graduated from Nappanee High School in 1954. On Nov. 11, 1956, she married Robert …read more.

Sandra A. Witham, 86, Mentone, passed away at 12:15 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. Memorial Services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester. Friends may visit from 1-3 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

WINONA LAKE — “Christmas in the Village: One Starry Night,” a gala choral and instrumental holiday concert featuring Tim Zimmerman and The King’s Brass, will be performed this Sunday, Dec. 8 at 4:30 and 7 p.m. in the Winona Heritage Room in Winona Lake. “One Starry Night” is a joint effort featuring The King’s Brass, …read more.

ELKHART — A piece of art work owned by an Elkhart museum went up for sale.

WARSAW — Lake City Bank is pleased to announce that Karina Cervantes has been promoted to Assistant Vice President, People Development Officer. In this role, Cervantes works with new employees throughout the onboarding process and handles family and medical leave, short-term and long-term disability program requests. She also assists with the bank’s health and wellness …read more.

Tim Gunter, 59 and a resident of Warsaw, passed away unexpectedly at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019. A Life Celebration is pending at Titus Funeral Home, 2000 E. Sheridan Street, Warsaw. Please check back soon for a more complete obituary at www.TitusFuneralHome.com

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WARSAW – Warsaw City Hall will have a permanent emergency back-up generator in place within a few months, according to Fire Chief Mike Wilson. City Council took a step in that direction Monday, Dec. 2, when it approved transferring $50,000 for the purchase of a generator. The city lined up the $50,000 from Indiana Homeland …read more.

Dennis Dwayne Vandiver II, formerly of Warsaw, was affectionately known to his family as “Peeps,” passed away unexpectedly at 11:12 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 29, 2019, in Michigan City, at the age of 43. He was born on Feb. 7, 1976, in Goshen, to Carolyn Jane (Vest) Wilson and Dennis Dwayne Vandiver. Peeps was a …read more.

WARSAW — A man described by his attorney as being  “medically fragile” was sentenced to three years at the Indiana Department of Corrections. Kyler Northrup, with addresses on file from both Leesburg and Garrett, appeared in the Kosciusko Circuit Court Monday, Dec. 2, for a sentencing hearing involving two separate cases. In  one case, Northrup …read more.

WARSAW — A Claypool woman faces charges for alleged fraud and theft. Ruth Marie Steffen, 612 East CR 900S, Claypool, was arrested on a warrant for fraud, a level 6 felony; theft, a class A misdemeanor; and a level 6 felony sentence enhancement. On Oct. 3, the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office received a report of …read more.

Lauren G. Bishop, 49, Ligonier, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, at Avalon Village in Ligonier. He was born on Jan. 15, 1970, the son of Gary and Audrey Bishop Sr. at Goshen Hospital. Lauren was a lifelong resident of Ligonier and attended West Noble High School. Lauren and his smile, will be missed …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 12:46 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 30, 100 block EMS W17 Lane, North Webster. Officers assisted the North Webster Police Department with a report about a suspicious vehicle. 10:12 a.m. Friday, Nov. 29, 2400 block West CR 250S, Warsaw. Officers assisted Lutheran EMS for …read more.

Berneda Delight Stinson, 98, rural Wabash, died at 6:50 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019 at her home in Wabash. She was born July 13, 1921, in Converse, to Clyde and Idell (Pochant) Pavey. Berneda married John H. Stinson in South Carolina on Jan. 16, 1943; he died Jan. 22, 1996. She worked 30 and a …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 9:24 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30, East CR 500N, east of East CR 750E, North Webster. Driver: Laymon E. Shepherd, 43, North Wilson Lake Road, Columbia City. Shepherd was traveling east on CR 500N when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to …read more.

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

Maxine Joy Pletcher, 96, Goshen, died 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, at Waterford Crossing. She was born April 8, 1923, in Harrison Twp., Elkhart County, to Amos and Anna Rebecca (Derr) Loucks. On June 27, 1946, in Goshen, Maxine married Jerry E. Pletcher and he died May 29, 2015. Surviving are a daughter, Phyllis …read more.

Rick Allan Shriver, 72, Warsaw, passed away at 1:05 p.m., Monday, Dec. 2, 2019, 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 — Center Street Community Theatre announces plans for a Spring 2020 production of “On Golden Pond” by Ernest Thompson. Performances are scheduled for Mar. 12-15 at Wagon Wheel Center For The Arts. The show will be directed by Cindy Nash, said a news release from the Center Street Community Theater. Auditions are open to …read more.

WARSAW – Sign up for the annual Toys For Tots program began today in Kosciusko County. Sign up hours are Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 2 and 3, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 4 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday at the old Ace Hardware Store in Warsaw, 1701 E. Center St.  Parents …read more.

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

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 7:18 p.m. Friday, Nov. 29, 3600 block North CR 175E, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of domestic battery. 12:02 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 28, 800 block East Camp Mack Road, Milford. Scott Campbell reported the theft of a watercraft valued at $500. 9:17 …read more.

North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department Investigated the following accident: 7:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 2, North SR 13 near East CR 800N, North Webster. Driver: Randall K. Stahly, 64, North Fascination Way, Cromwell. Stahly was driving his vehicle when a deer entered the roadway. Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department responded …read more.

WARSAW – A van and car collided on US 30 Monday morning, Dec. 2. The accident happened shortly after 9 a.m. at the intersection of US 30 ad CR 150W, just east of the Explorer Van plant. The accident left a Savana Explorer Van in the ditch along the eastbound lane of US 30. The …read more.

WARSAW — The staff of Titus Funeral Home is preparing for their annual holiday remembrance service. The event, held by the funeral home each year on the first Saturday of December, serves as a time for those who have lost a loved one or loved ones to gather in their memory. This year, there will …read more.

Floyd Cornett, 74, of rural Denver, passed at 6:00 am, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019 at his residence. Floyd has always been a caretaker of many. He retired from Wabash Alloys after 38 years of employment. Soon after his retirement he helped take care of his mother and brother whom eventually passed away. He then took …read more.

WARSAW —  The Walkway of Trees auction will be held from 5-7 p.m. Dec. 11 at Miller’s Merry Manor, located at 1630 S. County Farm Road, Warsaw. This is the first year for the event, which will feature a selection of decorated Christmas trees donated by local businesses. The trees will be delivered to the …read more.

W. Bobette Miller, 92, rural Macy, went home to be with her Lord and Savior at 9:20 p.m, Friday, Nov. 29, 2019, at Dukes Memorial Hospital of Peru. She was born on Nov. 23, 1927, near Macy, the first daughter of Chester and Orpha (Knauff) Adkins. She was raised near Mexico and graduated from Jefferson …read more.