WARSAW — An Elkhart man was recently arrested after dealing more than 60 grams of methamphetamine to an undercover officer with the NET43 Drug Task Force. Danny Joe Garman, 45, 1028 Church Court, Elkhart, is charged with dealing in methamphetamine, a level 2 felony; and possession of methamphetamine, a level 3 felony. On Sept. 25, …read more.

By Darla McCammon Many different things spring to mind right away with a title like “The Saturday Evening Girls.” From 1899 to 1969 this organization, sometimes called a “club”, came upon the scene. It began when a young woman named Edith Guerrier took a letter of introduction penned by her uncle, William Garrison, in order …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce board of directors appointed Tammy Waliczek, Dixie Haven Resort, as the new secretary and Kim Bolt, Mutual Bank, treasurer. She will continue in the office. The chamber held its regular meeting Monday, Nov. 11, in the chamber office in the Tippecanoe Township Building. Jim Smith presided. …read more.

NAPPANEE – NorthWood held Mishawaka to just six points into the fourth quarter of a 65-16 girls basketball win Tuesday night.

BOURBON — The Lady Trojans surrendered 21 turnovers, and Argos capitalized with a 42-22 win in Bourbon Tuesday night.

Basketball results for Tuesday, Nov. 12.

WARSAW —  Kosciusko County Commissioners approved Cardinal Services Executive Vice President Matt Boren’s recommendation for a new Kosciusko Area Bus Service general manager on Tuesday, Nov. 12. Boren introduced Tony Peterson, Akron, at the commissioners meeting held Tuesday. Peterson has been employed with Cardinal Services for 16 years. “He really has an incredible understanding of …read more.

WARSAW — A suspect in an Oct. 8 shooting in Warsaw that injured two people has been arrested in Elkhart County. Russell Keigan Harty, 18, 1306 Oriole Drive, Warsaw, was booked in the Elkhart County Correctional Facility on Sunday, Nov. 10. He was wanted on two felony warrants for probation violation and robbery. The shooting …read more.

WARSAW — Two local school corporations will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 19, as teachers support “Red for Ed” Day in Indianapolis. Warsaw Community Schools and Whitko Community Schools will both be closed. Thousands of Indiana teachers will be rallying at the Indiana Statehouse on Nov. 19 for changes to education. As of Tuesday, Nov. …read more.

SYRACUSE — Indiana ranks dead last in the United States in teacher salary increases during the last 15 years. Twenty-one percent of all school districts will receive less state funding than the previous year. Those are among the reasons a rally will be held Tuesday, Nov. 19, at the Statehouse in Indianapolis to encourage more …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Solid Waste Board approved a request by Director Tom Ganser to pursue quotes for fencing at the KC Recycling Depot on Union Street in Warsaw at its meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 12. The fencing would serve as a deterrent against unauthorized dumping of items at the Warsaw site, specifically dumping …read more.

WINONA LAKE – The annual Hoops for Hope Tournament will be played this weekend at the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Board of Zoning Appeals heard two different home-related business requests at the meeting held Tuesday, Nov. 12. Robert  Mayhew, 10954 North CR 500E, Syracuse, requested an exception to allow a home-based business in an agricultural district. Attorney Scott Reust, representing Mayhew, explained that the business specializes in building and selling food …read more.

WARSAW — A bank in Warsaw was robbed early Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 12. At approximately 12:42 p.m. Tuesday, Warsaw Police were alerted to a bank robbery that occurred at First Federal Savings Bank, located at 402 E. Center St. in Warsaw.   Officers quickly arrived in the area and began to search for a male …read more.

AKRON — Anyone looking for a way to give back this Christmas season can sponsor a family in need within the Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation through the Miracle Tree program. Miracle Tree has been a holiday tradition in the Rochester community for more than a decade thanks to the Mill Creek Missionary Church, but because of …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 9:15 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, 300 block South Walnut Street, Etna Green. Officers investigated the theft of a trailer valued at $500 from the Town of Etna Green.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 12:31 p.m. …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 6:54 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, East CR 1300N near North CR 150E, Milford. Driver: James L. Bartman, 26, West Waubee Road, Milford. Bartman’s vehicle slid off the road and struck a fence. Damages up to $5,000. 4:23 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11, …read more.

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

WARSAW — Susie McEntire will be returning to Warsaw for her Christmas Tour at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, in the Lakeview Middle School auditorium. This is a free show; however, concertgoers are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped gift to benefit Warsaw’s Toys for Tots program. To date, this event has collected over $30,000 …read more.

Linda Diane Nyce, 63, Elkhart, passed away at 9:24 p.m., Oct. 29, 2019, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, with her loving family by her side.  She bravely battled numerous medical complications after an automobile accident in 2005. She was born July 30, 1956, in Logansport, to the late Thomas and Shirley (Hunt) Young. She spent most …read more.

Arvillia Bradley Slone went to meet her Lord and Savior Nov. 12, 2019. She was born on May 31, 1944, to Henry and Nona (Ousley) Bradley in Prestonsburg, Ky. She was reunited with her Mother, Father, Sisters and Brothers who preceded her in death. They are together again. She leaves behind the love of her …read more.

PIERCETON — One person died after a two-vehicle accident on SR 13, Pierceton. At approximately 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, Pierceton and Sidney Fire Departments responded to a report of a vehicle accident involving a semi and an SUV at 5077 S. SR 13, near East CR 500S, Pierceton. A passenger in the SUV was …read more.

WARSAW — Communities across Northern Indiana saw as much as 10.6 inches of snowfall throughout Monday, Nov. 11. Here’s a breakdown of snow accumulations in and around Kosciusko County, according to the National Weather Service: In Kosciusko County, North Webster reported 7.6 inches. Winona Lake received 4.0 inches of snowfall. In Elkhart County, Goshen received …read more.

Mildred F. Finlon, 91, Warsaw, passed away at 6:43 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, in her residence. She was born on June 23, 1928 in Chicago, Ill. to Vincent and Mary (Machowiak) Cuprynski. She was married to Lawrence J. Finlon in Chicago, Ill. She graduated from Bowen High School in Chicago. She was a member …read more.

Arvillia Slone, 75, Warsaw, passed away at 6:45 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 12, 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

Kenneth W. McKeand, 67, Warsaw, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019, in Kosciusko Community Hospital, 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 — It’s been 10 years since Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Jeffery B. Shaw passed away. On Nov. 12, 2009, Shaw was responding to a call when his patrol vehicle was struck by a large truck that had crossed the centerline of the roadway on SR 14, west of CR 100E. He was employed …read more.

Timothy Joe Shultz, 55, Etna Green, passed away at 10:10 p.m., Monday, Nov. 11, 2019, in his residence.  He was born Nov. 6, 1964, in Warsaw, to Jerry Lee and Nancy Jo (Cochran) Shultz. He was married to Martha Jane Collins on January 1, 1988 in Floyd County Kentucky. He graduated from Whitko High School …read more.

WARSAW — A small business event will be held from 12-1:30 p.m. Dec. 3, at the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce training room, located at 523 South Buffalo St., Warsaw. Guest Speakers include David Crowell CPA, CGMA, CPIM, Vectar OnSite CPAs and Roxanne Coffelt CPA CVA, Roxanne Coffelt CPA, LLC. Who should attend?  Anyone thinking of …read more.

WARSAW — William Miller, Warsaw, was recognized as Veteran of the Month at the Kosciusko Commissioners meeting Tuesday, Nov. 12.  Miller was born Dec. 1, 1965, in Columbia City, to Lloyd and Barbara Miller. Due to Miller’s father’s job, the family moved back and forth between Arizona and Indiana.  In 1985, at the age of …read more.

SYRACUSE — Turkey Creek fire and township boards Monday, Nov. 11, both unanimously approved Fire Chief Mickey Scott’s request to purchase a 2019 demo ambulance to replace the department’s 2016 ambulance, which was heavily damaged in an accident in August. The boards allocated up to $295,000 for the purchase of the vehicle and an automated …read more.

MILFORD — Michelle L. Kemp, 49, South East Street, Milford, and her passenger, Lavon D. Kemp, 50, South East Street, Milford, were treated by paramedics following a one-vehicle crash on CR 1300N (Syracuse-Milford Road), at 12:48 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11. Michelle Kemp complained of pain to her left hip. Lavon Kemp complained of pain to …read more.

Weather delays and cancellations for Tuesday, Nov. 12.

WARSAW — A pet food drive for Combined Community Services will be held at Tractor Supply Company, Warsaw, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23. Dog food, cat food or monetary donations of any kind are most welcome. Funds will be used to buy pet food, according to a a news release from …read more.

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

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 4:45 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, 8000 block North SR 13, Syracuse. Officers investigated the reported theft of $580 worth of construction equipment. 8:56 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, 2300 block East CR 225S, Warsaw. Garrett Titus reported the theft of a Jeep Laredo …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 6:54 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, East CR 1300N near North CR 150E, Milford. Driver: James L. Bartman, West Waubee Road, Milford. Bartman’s vehicle slid off the road and struck a fence. Damages up to $5,000. 4:54 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, North …read more.

Editor’s note: This story has been updated with new statistics. WARSAW — It was a rough day for motorists in Kosciusko County as they traversed their first slick roads of the winter season Monday, Nov. 11. Here’s an updated list of statistics from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office: Since the beginning of the snowfall Monday, …read more.

CHICAGO — A scary moment for passengers on a flight landing at Chicago’s O’Hare Airport. The plane had just touched down when it slid off the runway on Monday.

WABASH – Tippecanoe Valley peppered the All-Three Rivers Conference football honors.

Steven T. Hunter, 71, Rochester, passed away at 3:41 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana, Fort Wayne. He was born on March 24, 1948, in Fulton County, the son of Melvin and Betty (Wallace) Hunter. On May 23, 1980, in Marshall County, he married Carrie Cormican and she survives. He served …read more.

Cynthia Joan Sanborn, 88 and a resident of Westfield, passed away at Maple Park Village in Westfield at 7:50 p.m., Monday, Oct. 4, 2019. She was previously a resident of Winona Lake, and of St. Clair Shores, Mich. Born on June 26, 1931, she was the only daughter of the late Gustave Andrew Stralnic and …read more.

WARSAW — Trilogy Health Services: Hiring Heroes Just Like You! Voted one of Glassdoors “Top Places to Work in 2019” – Apply today and experience the Trilogy Advantage! Paddock Springs is Hosting a Walk-In Interview Day on November 13th! Cooks Dietary Aides Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Trainees Now Hiring for all shifts! Wednesday, November 13th …read more.

Rodney K. Holloway, a resident of Warsaw for the past twenty-seven years, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019, at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. He was 68 years old. Rodney, known to some as “K,” was the youngest of fourteen children and was the son of Glen and Minnie (McClone) Holloway. …read more.

Katie Svinarich, 88 and previously of Winona Lake, passed away quietly on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019, at Peabody Retirement Community in North Manchester. Born Catherine A. Evans, she was the daughter of John and Anna (Logan) Evans. She was born in Duncanwood, Ohio and attended schools in the area before graduating from nurse’s college in …read more.

Douglas E. Shirey, 78, Warsaw, and having recently moved from Angola, passed away at Warsaw Meadows Care Center in Warsaw. Arrangements are pending with Titus Funeral Home, 2000 E. Sheridan Street. An updated obituary may be viewed and condolences may be sent by visiting www.TitusFuneralHome.com

Steven “Steve” R. Kline, 64, North Manchester, passed away at 6:45 a.m. on Nov. 11, 2019, at his residence. On Sept. 9, 1955, he was born in Wabash County, to Ray and Bertha (Betten) Kline. He worked as a truck driver for Syndicat Sales in Kokomo, for 20 years starting in 1999. He was a …read more.

Mary Alice Caughell, 86, North Manchester, formerly of Laketon, passed away at 4:23 a.m. on Nov. 10, 2019, at Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester. On Feb. 2, 1933, she was born in White County, to Bruno J. and Thelma (Hathaway) Peters. She was one of six children. After graduating from Burnettsville High School, in 1951, …read more.

Helen L. Garner, 102, Wabash, passed away at 4:03 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 11, 2019, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. She was born in Wabash, on June 20, 1917, to the late Asher and Mattie (Iry) Parrett. She married Vaughn Garner; he passed away on April 7, 1986. She worked at Dannakers Restaurant and Billings in …read more.

WARSAW – Regional tickets and sectional championship T-shirts will be on sale in the Warsaw athletic office this week.

Theresa Lynn Honeycutt, 66, Wabash, died at 2:05 a.m., Nov. 11, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor East in Wabash. She was born Dec. 22, 1952, in Wabash, to Arthur and Helen (Stone) Haupert. She was a 1970 graduate of Northfield High School, where she was the 1970 IHSAA Girls Long Jump State Champion, and finished …read more.

Jack E. Horn, 88, formally of rural Akron, died on Nov. 10, 2019, at Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester, at 8:45 p.m. Arrangements are pending at this time.

Mr. Jim Kerr, 77, was engaged in his final deer hunt with his grandson when he was strickened on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019. On March 22, 1942, James Lee Kerr was born in Marshall County. He was a treasured son of Robert A. and Isabel Stifel Kerr. As one of the six Kerr children, growing …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Vironnica Drake earned NCCAA National Player of the Week honors for Grace women’s hoops.

Miss Chloe Dawn Gross, 16, passed away in Indianapolis on Nov. 9, 2019. On May 20, 2003, Chloe was born in Elkhart County. She was a cherished daughter of Ronald R. and Bettie McGlothin Gross.  Growing up she shared her childhood with 15 siblings. Chloe was a freshman at Covenant Christian Academy. With an appetite for …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Manchester University Theater presents “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time,” an award-winning play based on the novel by Mark Haddon and adapted by Simon Stephens Performances are at 7 p.m. Nov. 15-16 and 2 p.m. Nov. 17 in Cordier Auditorium on the North Manchester campus. This show won the …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community High School theater department will be performing Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella from Nov. 22 to 24. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22; 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23; and a matinee at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24. Tickets are on sale weekdays at the Warsaw Performing Arts Center at …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Fair Board approved plans on Monday, Nov. 11,  to restructure ticket prices for the annual fair. The price of admission had been $5 for adults (13 and up) and $3 for children (6-12). Beginning next year, admission for anyone age 10 and older will be $8 and it will include admission …read more.

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LEESBURG —  Town Council approved a golf cart ordinance at its meeting held Monday, Nov. 11. Section two of the ordinance, which describes “operation of golf carts,” states that golf carts may be operated on the streets and highways within the town of Leesburg. It stipulates that golf carts operated on the streets and highways …read more.

WARSAW — Snow showers are expected to continue past midnight Monday and into Tuesday as much of northern Indiana gets its first seasonal blast of snow. Mid-afternoon snowfall Monday, Nov. 11, appeared to be on its way to meeting the predicted two to four inches of snow expected in Kosciusko County, the National Weather Service …read more.

From left, John Sadler, John C. Peterson Post 49 Post Commander John Mort and Thomas Kinch. InkFreeNews photo by Lasca Randels. WARSAW — VFW Post 1126 and American Legion Post 49 hosted the annual Veterans Day event at Center Lake Pavilion Monday, Nov. 11. Keynote Speaker Ken Locke. InkFreeNews photo by Lasca Randels. Salvation Army …read more.

John Edward DeSomer, Syracuse, passed away on November 7, 2019 at home. He was born on Feb. 26, 1947 in Joliet, Ill. During a twenty-year career as an Army Ranger, he served his country through multiple deployments in Vietnam, Cambodia, Malaysia, Israel, Nicaragua, Columbia, Venezuela, Syria, and Afghanistan (at least those were the ones about …read more.

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

WARSAW — Dustin Mayer is on a mission. Not exactly like one when he was in the US Marines. But it’s a different mission: a mission to save the lives of fellow veterans. A Goshen native, Mayer lives in Warsaw with his family. He graduated from Whitko High School in 1993. Both of his grandfathers …read more.

Dennis “Denny” K. Strain, 75, Warsaw, passed away at his residence at 2:40 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019. He was born on July 16, 1944, in Decatur, to Marjorie (Gay) Strain and Richard Strain. On June 28, 1997, he was married to Connie Sue (Fox) Miller Strain. He graduated from High School in North …read more.

SYRACUSE — Team 574D brought home the Build Award Saturday, Nov. 9, an award given to a team that has built a well-crafted and constructed robot that also shows a clear dedication to safety and attention to detail. Speedway Tower Takeover 2019 was a great experience for the Wawasee Iron Pride Robotics team. Wawasee spent …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 8:56 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, 1800 block North Vicky Lane, Warsaw. Mariah Konkle reported vehicle theft.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 8:39 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, 900 block Anchorage Road, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 7:09 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11, South SR 13 near East CR 500 S, Pierceton. Driver: Mallery M. Pierce, 33, South CR 325E, Warsaw. Pierce was driving her vehicle when a deer entered the roadway. Damages up to $2,500.  7:10 p.m. Sunday, …read more.

Pamela “Pam” Ann Ward, 77, Warsaw, passed away surrounded by family at 10:40 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019. She was born on May 26, 1942, in South Bend, to Vonnie “Betty” (Martindale) Floor and Ernest Floor. On May 10, 1980, she was married to Ted Leon Ward, he passed away on Jan. 23, 2001. …read more.

WARSAW — Main on Main Comedy Improv Troupe will return again for a show at Wire & Steam Coffee Company in Warsaw at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21. The show is free and family friendly. Main on Main will perform improvised scenes and games made up “on the spot” in front of the audience. Improv …read more.

MILFORD — A female driver and a male occupant were being checked by paramedics after their Ford SUV slid off the roadway and struck an electrical pole today, Monday, Nov. 11. The accident was at 12:50 p.m. on CR 1300N (Syracuse-Milford Road), east of CR 175E, northeast of Milford. The Ford struck a main utility …read more.

PIERCETON — It’s once again time for the 11th Annual Heritage Gathering Primitives Show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 7, at Pierceton Elementary School in Pierceton.  This year vendors are preparing for the best show yet. They will be bringing handmade primitives as well as primitive antiques such as bears, dolls, wooden bowls, crocks, …read more.

WARSAW — In Warsaw, there are dozens of restaurants to dine at for a quick, casual lunch or an exquisite dinner. However, a unique lunch experience all prepared by local high school students has recently opened to the public for the 2019-20 school year. Located in the Warsaw Area Career Center, the Blue Apron Restaurant …read more.

Saundra K. “Sandy” Cobbum, 75, Syracuse, passed away at 6:58 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019, at her home. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse

WARSAW — Trilogy Health Services: Hiring Heroes Just Like You! Voted one of Glassdoors “Top Places to Work in 2019” – Apply today and experience the Trilogy Advantage! Paddock Springs is Hosting a Walk-In Interview Day on November 13th! Cooks Dietary Aides Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Trainees Now Hiring for all shifts! Wednesday, November 13th …read more.

WARSAW — From the files of the Kosciusko County Historical Society. Nov. 12, 1963 — For the second time within a year, the Whitley-Kosciusko county areas were startled with the revelation that a young person committed murder. A Whitley County woman confessed to officers that she murdered her mother in the family’s farm home four …read more.

WARSAW — Plain Township Fire Department and EMS responded to a trailer fire at Suburban Acres Mobile Home Park, Warsaw. At approximately 9:20 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11, fire personnel responded to a report of an explosion at a trailer in the park. The trailer was located at 3699 North CR 175E, Lot 136. According to …read more.

WARSAW — The upcoming cold spell might be a little colder than first expected. On top of a forecast for Monday, Nov. 11, that includes a 100% chance of snow through the day and night, the National Weather Service has revised how cold it will be Tuesday night. A winter weather advisory will be in …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 5:51 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, 1300 block Lake City Highway, Warsaw. Lisa C. Robinson reported found property. 12:21 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, 1000 block North Park Ave., Warsaw. Timothy W. Perkins reported the theft of items from a vehicle. Value: $150.02. 5:46 p.m. Saturday, …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 11:52 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, West Old Road 30, west of North Riverwood Ranch Road, Warsaw. Driver: Karen J. Raber, 25, South Summit Street, Nappanee. Raber was traveling east on Old Road 30 when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to …read more.

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

Garza Law Office Hires Travis Neff WARSAW — Garza Law Office, LLC is proud to announce that Travis Neff has joined the firm as its newest attorney. Neff concentrates his practice in criminal and family law and is licensed to practice law in both Indiana Northern and Southern Districts, said a news release from Garza …read more.

OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — Turkeys are running wild in one 55-and-older community, and it’s starting to scare neighbors. Residents say the birds are blocking doorways and pecking at cars.

Mark W. Holzhauer, 59, Warsaw, formerly of Michigan, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2019, at his home. Arrangements are pending at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, 4356 N. SR 15, Warsaw.

Mildred F. Finlon, 91, Warsaw, passed away at 6:43 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 9, 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

WARSAW — There is a Veteran’s Day program today at Center Lake Pavilion in Warsaw. The program starts At 10:30 a.m, according to Ken Locke, who serves as director of ministries at the Salvation Army in Warsaw. The public is welcome to attend.

A pair of basketball schedule changes for the upcoming week.

WARSAW — Almost all local government offices will be closed Monday in observance of Veterans Day. Offices that will be closed include Kosciusko County, the city of Warsaw, and the towns of Winona Lake, Mentone, Milford, Pierceton, Silver Lake, Claypool, Etna Green and Syracuse. Leesburg town government will be open. The US Post offices are …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.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is 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 Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office at (574) 267-5667. Please Read Our Disclaimer All warrants are the property of Kosciusko County. The …read more.

WARSAW — The first taste of winter weather will arrive Monday with a strong chance of accumulating snow and temperatures  that will fall into the teens on Tuesday, the National Weather Service said. The predicted high temperature of 48 for Sunday, Nov. 10, will be the warmest compared to anything in the weeklong forecast in …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library announced its events for the upcoming week. Monday, Nov. 11, is Veteran’s Day. Bell Memorial Public library will be open from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. New books are coming soon. Please note that some books are pre-ordered. The library does not receive them until after they are published. …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Learn how to keep yourself, your family and your community safe in a program at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18, at North Webster Community Public Library. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office personnel will present a program on public safety, offering tips and advice for personal safety as well as what citizens can do …read more.

Grace College athletic results for Saturday, Nov. 9.

Football results for Saturday, Nov. 9.

Basketball results for Saturday, Nov. 9.

WARSAW — Warsaw girls basketball showcased some hot shooting on the way to a season-opening win over Class 3A, No. 4 Norwell Saturday.

WARSAW — Chonda Pierce, a Christian comedian, performed at the Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts on Nov. 1 and presented a $1,500 check to support assistance to veterans. The Salvation Army serves veterans and their families in Kosciusko County through its Operation V.A.L.O.R. program.  

By Ann Zydek Library Director In 2020, the Warsaw Community Public Library will develop a new five-year strategic plan. Current library focus areas are access to the Internet, technology, special equipment and information; resources to enrich reading and leisure activities and stimulate imagination — collections, community connections and programs; and visit comfortable, safe, physical and …read more.