Helen Margaret Miller, 95, died Nov. 30, 2019, while resting in her room at Paddock Springs. Helen is survived by her loving children Jodi Snodgrass, Bob Miller, Toni Ayers. She is finally reunited with her children Richard Miller and Yolanda Justice and her brother Arden Metzger. Helen was born March 14, 1924, to Ralph E. …read more.

Mark Nathan McConnell, 58, Warsaw, passed away at 10:42 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2019, at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw. He was born on Feb. 25, 1961, in Goshen, IN to John L. and Joyce M. (Adkins) McConnell. He was a lifetime Warsaw area resident, graduated from Warsaw High School in 1979 and ITT …read more.

Frederick David “Ricky” Clayton II, 64, Plainville, formerly of Syracuse, passed away at 7:48 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2019, at Daviess Community Hospital in Washington. He was born on Feb. 11, 1955, in Elkhart, to Frederick David and Carroll Josephine (Palmer) Clayton. He grew up in Syracuse, attended Cardinal Learning Center in Warsaw, and …read more.

Joseph W. “Joe” Howe, 55, Cromwell, passed away at 11:28 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 28, 2019, at Goshen Hospital. He was born on July 26, 1964, in Fort Riley, Kan. to Ronald Elmer “Ron” and Margaret Louise “Peggy” (Schafer) Howe. He graduated in 1982 from Wawasee High School in Syracuse and was a United States …read more.

Jack Devon Boyer, 91, a life-time resident of North Webster, died at 10:45 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 29, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Syracuse. He was born April 10, 1928, in Pierceton, to Arthur and Dorothea (Willard) Boyer. Jack graduated in 1946 from North Webster High School, was a U.S. Air Force veteran, and …read more.

Bonnie Lou Moore, 70, Leesburg, passed away at 6:35 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor of Warsaw. She was born on Sept. 3, 1949, in Richmond, to Hazel (Weiss) Petteys and Floyd Petteys.  On June 22, 1968, she was married to Thomas Moore. Bonnie grew up in Kosciusko County, Indiana where …read more.

WABASH — The Wizards of Winter will perform their holiday rock opera titled “The Christmas Dream,” at the Honeywell Center at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 15.  The group includes former members of classic rock bands including Alice Cooper Band, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Rainbow, Blue Oyster Cult, Def Leppard, the Irish Tenors and more.  WOW will bring their musical …read more.

WARSAW – A five-degree shift in temperatures would have made a world of difference Sunday night in downtown Warsaw for the first lighting of the new Christmas Tree on the Courthouse Plaza. With temperatures in the mid-30s, instead of a scenic light snowfall, visitors to Kosciusko County Courthouse Plaza were greeted with a steady rainfall. …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee suffered a tough NLC loss to Warsaw, but the Warriors still captured the championship at their home November Duals Saturday.

Boys basketball results from Saturday, Nov. 30

The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is requesting your assistance in locating 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 — A bedroom fire was quickly extinguished at a Warsaw mobile home park on Sunday, Dec. 1. At approximately 12:30 p.m., Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory was called to a possible structure fire at Shamrock Village Mobile Home Park, Lot 104, Warsaw. It was later determined that the bedroom of the residence was on fire. Those …read more.

MILFORD — The Milford Public Library is excited to help Harvest Market Pantry this holiday season. The library will be a food donation drop off location. Beginning Nov. 13, the library will have a box upstairs and a box downstairs to collect non-perishable food items. Please make sure the items are not expired. The boxes will be …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library recently announced the following events for Dec. 2-7. Parents! Bring the family to the Library on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 pm for a visit with Santa Clause. Afterward, please join the library in its large conference room to make an ornament for your Christmas tree.  …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw’s boys and Wawasee’s girls stacked up enough points to earn NLC wins in the pool Saturday morning.

Girls basketball results for Saturday, Nov. 30.

Football results for Saturday, Nov. 30.

SYRACUSE — “Several hundred” Christmastime revelers braved the elements to enjoy a variety of Yuletide festivities offered by Chautauqua Wawasee Saturday, Nov. 30, at Oakwood Park. For the most part, the rain held off. The cold and blustery winds did not. The temperature hovered just above freezing and a blustery 16-mph wind off Lake Wawasee …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Dozens of Winona Lake residents attended The Village at Winona’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 30. Parents and children stayed warm with hot chocolate while also giving back to the community by donating new and unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots. While enjoying music from Christmas carolers and a …read more.

  By Denise Keller, adult programming administrator  WARSAW _ The following programs are set to take place in December: WorkOne computer and resume/interviewing classes. Contact the library for details.  The 12th Annual Photography Contest runs through Dec. 14. Official rules may be found at warsawlibrary.org or by visiting the library. Entries may be submitted beginning …read more.

SYRACUSE — The end of the year can be filled with many back-to-back activities. The Syracuse Library has some relaxing, social times early in the month. Laura Kaufman is talking about the process of avoiding probate and making the transfer of possessions easy after one’s death. She is presenting an overview of documents that communicate our …read more.

WARSAW — A new restaurant featuring authentic Indian food has opened in downtown Warsaw. Biryani Kitchen has opened in the former Oak and Alley location at 114 South Buffalo St. and offers a wide variety of authentic Indian dishes, including a lunch buffet six days a week. “The name Biriyani Kitchen… it’s related to India’s …read more.

MILFORD — Maureen Haab will be celebrating 20 years on staff at the Milford Public Library on Dec. 7. The library would like to shower her with cards and notes to let her know how much she means to the Milford community. The cards can be brought to the library or sent to PO Box …read more.

Donald Sherman Weeks, 88, retired Columbia City High School principal, died at 12:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 28, 2019, at Harrison Terrace Senior Community, Indianapolis, where he had been a resident since August. He was born on Oct. 31, 1931, in Noble County, one of 10 children born to the late Ernest and Olga (Black) Weeks. …read more.

Mary Katherine Gebert, 97, North Manchester, passed away at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 28, 2019, at Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester. Born on April 29, 1922, in Whitley County, she was the daughter of Charles and Rhoda (Cook) North. She attended local schools and graduated from Larwill High School with the Class of 1941. She …read more.

Barbara A. Baer, 91, Warren, died at 11:45 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 28, 2019, at Heritage Pointe, Warren. She was born Sept. 12, 1928, in Lafayette, to Bruce and Jennie E. (McDill) Condra. She was a 1946 graduate of Lafayette Jefferson High School and a 1949 graduate of the Lafayette School of Nursing. She married Don …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 10:44 a.m. Friday, Nov. 29, 1700 block East Center St., Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of burglary at Zales Drug Store. 7:39 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 28, 300 block South Lake St., Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of domestic battery. 2:44 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 28, …read more.

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

State Rep. Dave Wolkins conceded this week he was wrong when he said Warsaw Community Schools was moving $15 million from salaries to operational costs. The District 18 state lawmaker from Warsaw made the suggestion a week ago in this column and reiterated it in a statement he issued. He was reacting in response to …read more.

The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is requesting your assistance in locating 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 — Don’t miss out on Brouwer’s Carpet and Furniture huge Black Friday Sale! All regular price furniture – 10% off! In-stock remnants – 10% off! Enjoy 20% off regular price accessories including rugs, lamps and pictures! Come see other Markdowns thru out the store at 20-50% off! Brouwer’s Furniture located at 3333 E. Center …read more.

WABASH — The Oak Ridge Boys Down Home Christmas Tour is set to take the Ford Theater stage of the Honeywell Center, Saturday, Dec. 14. The four-part harmonies and upbeat songs of The Oak Ridge Boys have spawned dozens of country hits and earned them GRAMMY, Dove, CMA, and AVM awards. The iconic group’s Christmas …read more.

AKRON – Tippecanoe Valley announced a fundraiser to help support the Shriver family.

Football results for Friday, Nov. 29.

PIERCETON — Katey Wilks Zemen has resigned from her position as executive director of the Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County. According to AWL Board President Beth Harrison, Zemen resigned from the position about four weeks ago. The interview process for a new executive director is currently underway. A reason for Zemen’s resignation was not …read more.

Bernice Rule, 93, of Wabash and formerly of Mentone, passed at away 10:58 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2019, at Bickford Assisted Living of Wabash. She was born on March 5, 1926, in Jasper to the late John and Elizabeth (Dick) Klingel. She married on June 25, 1949, in Warsaw to Floyd W. Rule Jr., who …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:

Amish Acres will be auctioned on Feb. 5, 2020. NAPPANEE — Amish Acres, a longtime tourist attraction in Nappanee, is set to be auctioned at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2020. After 50 years in operation, Amish Acres, 1600 W. Market St., Nappanee, will be closing this year after its Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office will be purchasing a new truck to be used by the KCSO’s future animal control officer.  Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Sheriff Shane Bucher received approval from the Kosciusko County commissioners at their meeting Tuesday, Nov. 26, for the purchase of a 2019 brown crew cab V8 …read more.

SYRACUSE — For those looking for a unique fun-filled Christmas family activity, Chautauqua-Wawasee plans to celebrate an Old Fashioned Christmas at Oakwood Resort in Syracuse from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30. The celebration, rain or snow, is open to the public, free of charge, no registration is required. The event will be held …read more.

PIERCETON — The Town of Pierceton is seeking to reinvigorate its Park Board. The reinvigoration of the existing Park Board is part of an effort by the town to qualify for grant money from organizations such as the K21 Health Foundation, according to Clerk-Treasurer Jerry Kreger. The idea surfaced after an October town council meeting …read more.

Warsaw — The Warsaw Community Development Corporation will host the Downtown Christmas Countdown & Ornament Smash Kick-off on Sunday, Dec. 1 from 5-8 p.m. at the Courthouse Square in Warsaw. Classic Hits 107.3 WRSW’s annual Ornament Smash Kick-off, according to a news release from Warsaw Community Development Corporation. Also featured will be live Christmas music …read more.

ORANGE BEACH, Ala. – Grace women’s soccer makes its second-ever appearance in the NAIA Sweet 16 Tuesday with a matchup against Northwestern Ohio.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked into Kosciusko County Jail: Elkhart County The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Corrections Facility:

PIERCETON — Members of the Pierceton Hayseeds 4H Club showed support for the Pierceton Food Pantry at a recent monthly meeting. Members were asked to bring in donations to the monthly meeting in support of Pierceton Food Pantry. According to Hayseeds 4H Club leader Holly Ousely, the group brought in items for donation in addition …read more.

Patricia “Pat” Ruth Shepherd, 85, North Manchester, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family at 4:03 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25, 2019. She was born Nov. 22, 1934, in Warsaw, to Maynard Denny and Ruth (Banghart). She married Rev. Durwood “Derby” Shepherd on Aug. 24, 1951. He passed away Sept. 17, 2011.   She …read more.

Terry Lee Fuller, 60, and the son of Jerry and Deloris (Marshall) Fuller, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, in Fort Wayne at Lutheran Hospital. A resident of Leesburg, Terry had worked at Dalton Foundry for more than 36 years. He was a kind, friendly person with a heart of gold and a lover …read more.

Nancy Seymour, 73, Columbia City, passed away unexpectedly at 8:31 a.m. Monday, Nov. 25, 2019, at her home. Born on Jan. 7, 1946, in Warren, Pa., she was the daughter of George and Dora (Green) Lobdell. She grew up in Clarendon and graduated from Warren Area High School with the class of 1964. She worked …read more.

Ernest G. Barr, 93, died at 2:20 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, at Timbercrest Retirement Community in North Manchester. He was born in Chicago, Ill., on Sept. 7, 1926, and was the second son of the late Francis H. Barr and Rebecca (McKonly) Barr Fike. He served 20 months in CPS (Civilian Public Service) in …read more.

Jeral A. “Jerry” Holmes, 85, North Liberty, passed away Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, at the Trailpoint Village, South Bend. He was born Oct. 26, 1934, in South Bend, to the late Alton and Ethel (McCarty) Holmes. In 1952, he enlisted in the United States Army during the Korean conflict; he was honorably discharged in 1955. …read more.

Patricia Ruth Horn, 85, formerly of Akron, died at 4:51 p.m. Nov. 26, 2019, at Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester, where she was a resident. She was born on May 31, 1934, in Alexandria, to Charles M. and Martha E. (Baker) Malicoat. She married Jack E. Horn on June 10, 1951, in Alexandria. She lived …read more.

Anna L. Plotner passed away on Monday, Nov. 25, 2019, at 10:10 a.m. in Warsaw. A resident of Warsaw, she was 96 years old.  Anna was born in Dock, Kentucky on Nov. 14, 1923. She was the daughter of the late William “Bill” Buckley and the late Irene (Keel) Anderson. She attended school in Kentucky …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 1:41 a.m. Friday, Nov. 29, 1800 block Sue Ave., Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of a suspicious package. 5:22 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 28, 2100 block Bluewater Drive, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of suspicious activity. 5:58 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 28, 100 block Lake City …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 5:56 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 28, East Market Street, near South Bronson Street, Warsaw. Drivers: Marilyn L. Anglin, 85, West Crystal Lake Road, Warsaw; and Jenna R. Shriver, 34, South Cherry Street, Akron. Anglin was traveling south on South Bronson Street when she stopped and …read more.

WARSAW — A man from the South Bend area is facing theft charges in two separate cases. Corey Michael Dains, 36, with addresses listed in South Bend, and Mishawaka, is charged with two counts of theft, both level 6 felonies. According to the first affidavit of probable cause, on Jan. 13, an officer with the …read more.

WARSAW — JB’s doors open at 9 a.m. today with below wholesale savings on brand name top quality furniture and accessories storewide! Coffee and end tables from $9 brand new 1/2 off select Flexsteel reclining Sofas 1/2 off regular prices on select recliners by Flexsteel, Home Stretch and Southern Motion All innerspring mattresses are another …read more.

WARSAW — Don’t miss out on Brouwer’s Carpet and Furniture huge Black Friday Sale! All regular price furniture – 10% off! In-stock remnants – 10% off! Enjoy 20% off regular price accessories including rugs, lamps and pictures! Come see other Markdowns thru out the store at 20-50% off! Brouwer’s Furniture located at 3333 E. Center …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw swim senior Taylor Gunter wants to prove his junior season wasn’t a one-off performance.

WABASH — Columbia Recording act, Home Free, brings the ninth stop of its Dive Bar Christmas Tour to the Honeywell Center, Thursday, Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m. Home Free features five extraordinary showmen who electrify crowds with one-of-a-kind live performances. The Dive Bar Christmas Tour is a perfect evening mix of Nashville-dipped pop hits, country …read more.

WARSAW — Professional Wrestling returns to the City-County Athletic Complex with the Fundafied Wrestling Federation’s Strive to Survive, Saturday, Nov. 30. See over 40 FWF superstars in action, said a news release from the FWF. Doors open at 6 p.m. The show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 and can be ordered at (574) …read more.

AKRON — Host Valley and visiting Warsaw played evenly through the first quarter before the Tigers began to pull away in the second and third in a season-opening win Wednesday.

  PIERCETON — After graduating from Indiana University Bloomington, Hilary Stouder began the search for a teaching position. She applied at Whitko and began her career as a second grade teacher. She has been with the Whitko school system for 18 years. She later transitioned to a full-time instructional coach for teachers. In this position, …read more.

AKRON – Rita Price got a well-deserved moment Wednesday night on the court that adorns her name.

WARSAW — Don’t miss out on Brouwer’s Carpet and Furniture huge Black Friday Sale! All regular price furniture – 10% off! In-stock remnants – 10% off! Enjoy 20% off regular price accessories including rugs, lamps and pictures! Come see other Markdowns thru out the store at 20-50% off! Brouwer’s Furniture located at 3333 E. Center …read more.

SILVER LAKE — The Silver Lake Lions Club will be hosting Bingo for Kids at the clubhouse located at 108 N. Harrison St. in Silver Lake. The free event will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. Parents must stay with their child for the entire event. Snacks, drinks and prizes will be provided. …read more.

WABASH – Wabash Area Community Theater and the Honeywell Center will host a Madrigal Dinner Theater, including dinner and entertainment, at the Honeywell Center in Wabash. The dinners will be at 6 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 6, and Saturday, Dec. 7, according to information from Honeywell. The event promises to be a festive holiday celebration. …read more.

NAPPANEE – NorthWood used a pair of early rallies to take command of a 75-43 boys basketball win over Lakeland Wednesday night.

HAMLET – Triton opened its boys basketball campaign with a 49-30 win at Oregon-Davis Wednesday night.

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.

WABASH —The Honeywell Center announced two new shows coming to Ford Theater. On sale to the public on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 10 a.m. will be “Hairball: A Bombastic Celebration of Arena Rock,” and “Million Dollar Quartet.” “Hairball: A Bombastic Celebration of Arena Rock” is a rock and roll experience featuring a more than two-hour …read more.

Nancy Lee Johnsmiller, 73, Syracuse, passed away at 6:25 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019, at her home. She was born on Dec. 13, 1945, in Ann Arbor, Mich. to Robert W. and Marilynn J. (Smiley) Johnsmiller. She graduated from Pioneer High School in Ann Arbor, Mich. and attended Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti, Mich. …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 11:00 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26, 3600 block Barbee Road, Warsaw. Robert DeSomer reported criminal mischief.  2:46 a.m. Monday, Nov. 25, 4200 block East CR 100S, Pierceton. Battery incident was investigated.  3:34 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, 100 block North Lake Street, Warsaw. KCSO …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 8:34 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27, South CR 700W, south of West SR 25, Warsaw. Driver: Justin Peconga, 18, Buffalo Street, Warsaw. Peconga’s vehicle struck a deer. Damage up to $5,000.  6;21 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26, SR 13, east of Grandview Drive, Syracuse. …read more.

WINONA LAKE — A Winona Lake woman was recently arrested after kicking an officer and being combative while in possession of drugs. Colleen Marie Quinn, 35, 113 Mineral Springs Ave., Winona Lake, is charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of a syringe, and battery to a law enforcement officer, all level 6 felonies; and resisting …read more.

PIERCETON — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 1048 S. CR 325E, Pierceton. November is National Adopt a Senior Pet Month. This month is dedicated to finding loving homes for older pets. Katie Katie is an outgoing lady who greets all visitors with a cheerful bark …read more.

Small Claims The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Fort Wayne Neurology v. Jeffrey Geller, $2,816.60 Shannon Stambaugh, $259.92 Paris Property Management v. David Hampton and Courtney Sherow, $1,500 Lance Breiststein v. Andrew Jones, $10,046.25 Ousley’s Rentals v. Melvin Keplinger, $2,687 Collier’s Heating & Air …read more.

WARSAW – Basketball was played in several unique venues in generation’s past.

William “Bill” Lloyd Wood, 70, Warsaw, passed away peacefully at home with his loving family at 2:55 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2019, after a courageous fight against cancer. He was born on July 2, 1949, in Columbus, Ohio, and was adopted by Kathleen Metz Wood and Donald Hughes Wood. On Aug. 7, 1971, he …read more.

Mary Ann Cobb of Grace Village Retirement Community, Winona Lake, passed away at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2019, at Parkview Whitley Hospital in Columbia City, at the age of 84. She was born on Feb. 23, 1935, in Indianapolis, to Margaret Helen (Clouser) Bernauer and Edward Paul Bernauer. On June 26, 1954, she …read more.

WARSAW — Don’t miss out on Brouwer’s Carpet and Furniture huge Black Friday Sale! All regular price furniture – 10% off! In-stock remnants – 10% off! Enjoy 20% off regular price accessories including rugs, lamps and pictures! Come see other Markdowns thru out the store at 20-50% off! Brouwer’s Furniture located at 3333 E. Center …read more.

Bonnie J. Blair, 76, Warsaw, passed away at 4:15 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2019, in Miller’s Merry Manor of Warsaw. Bonnie was born on Aug. 7, 1943, in Columbia City, to Harlo and Dorothy (Kiger) Erne. She was married to Verlin Blair. She has been a resident of Warsaw since 1971. She enjoyed being a homemaker. …read more.

SYRACUSE – Wawasee opened its swim season on the girls side with a 116-69 win over East Noble Tuesday night.

BOURBON — After struggling to score the past two seasons, Triton boys basketball shouldn’t have trouble in that department this year. But there are still question marks.

Jeffery Allen Evans SYRACUSE — A warrant was recently served on a Michigan City man for his alleged involvement in a 2016 theft at CVS Pharmacy in Syracuse. Jeffery Allen Evans, 46, Michigan City, is charged with theft, a class A misdemeanor; and sentence enhancement theft, a level 6 felony. On Aug. 14, 2016, an …read more.

WARSAW — Marci Franks, director of food services, and instructor Chef Mark Bragg organized an all-day event in the Warsaw Area Career Center Blue Apron that invited students to engage with three accomplished chefs: Patricia Davids, Srinivas Ramachandran, and Scott Tope. Students in the WACC Culinary Program sampled possible future menu items as Warsaw Community …read more.

SYRACUSE — A Syracuse man faces charges following an incident in which he allegedly choked a child. Travis Ray Osbun, 41, 207 E. Pittsburgh St., Syracuse, is charged with battery to a person less than 14 years of age by a person at least 18 years of age, a level 6 felony.  According to the …read more.

Frederick David “Ricky” Clayton II, 64, of Plainville, formerly of Syracuse, passed away at 7:48 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2019, at Daviess Community Hospital in Washington. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse

Bonnie Blair, 73, Warsaw, passed away at 4:15 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2019, in Miller’s Merry Manor of Warsaw. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

WARSAW – A windstorm passing through much of Indiana is already resulting in gusts exceeding 60 mph, the National Weather Service reported Wednesday morning, Nov. 27. A high wind warning is in effect until 9 p.m. Wednesday. Winds ranging from 25 to 40 mph are expected through the day, diminishing slowly tonight. The cause of …read more.

Todd Deaton Retires After 42 Years In The Textile Rental Industry WARSAW – Todd Deaton, executive vice president at Wildman has retired after 42 years in the industry this year, according to a news release from Wildman Business Group. His valuable contributions, continued loyalty and dedicated leadership played an integral role in the business and …read more.

Donald E. Sievers, 81, Columbia City, passed away unexpectedly at 8:27 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2019, at his home. Arrangements are pending with DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City

Jack Marvin Carr passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday Nov. 24, 2019, with family by his side. Jack was born to Orval and Catherine (Hay) Carr on Oct. 9, 1926. Jack was a lifetime resident of Syracuse and retired from Dana Corporation in 1991. He was preceded in death by his wife Ellabelle …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw basketball will need to find a way to replace a lot of points and ball-handling as the 2019-20 season gets underway.

Bobby E. Cook, 86, of Elkhart County, passed away at 10:45 a.m., Monday, Nov. 25, 2019, in Eastlake Nursing & Rehabilitation of Elkhart. He was born Feb. 9, 1933, to Russell and Helen (Hayes) Cook and is survived by six children: Tim Cook of Nappanee; Twila (Gary) Metz of Plymouth; Trudy Cook of Nappanee; Rhonda …read more.

David W.F. Cox, 96, rural Wabash, died at 4:50 p.m., Monday, Nov. 25, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor East in Wabash. He was born Jan. 18, 1923, in Wabash County, Indiana to Arthur Glenn and Osie L. (Brane) Cox. David was a 1941 graduate of Lincolnville High School and attended the Purdue University School of …read more.

William A. Whaley, 89, and lifetime Plymouth resident, passed away at 6:45 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 25, 2019 at Miller’s Merry Manor in Warsaw

Patricia R. Horn, 85, formally of rural Akron, died at 4:51 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2019, at Peabody Retirement Community in North Manchester. Arrangements are pending at Earl-Love Funeral Home

Mrs. Lisa M. Swope, 63, Rochester, passed away unexpectedly at 6:48 a.m., Nov. 25,  2019, at Woodlawn Hospital of Rochester. On June 16, 1956, Lisa Marie Jennings was born in Muskegon, Michigan. She was a treasured daughter of  C. Lee and Beverly Mecher Jennings. Growing up as the oldest of the Jennings kids she shared her childhood …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Village at Winona announces its annual Christmas Lighting Ceremony to kick off the Christmas season. The ceremony and other family-friendly activities will take place Saturday, Nov. 30, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., on Park Avenue, next to LetterWood Paper Co., said a news release from The Village At Winona. The Village …read more.

WARSAW — JB’s doors open at 9 a.m. this Friday with below wholesale savings on brand name top quality furniture and accessories storewide! Coffee and end tables from $9 brand new 1/2 off select Flexsteel reclining Sofas 1/2 off regular prices on select recliners by Flexsteel, Home Stretch and Southern Motion All innerspring mattresses are …read more.