SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce will be holding a business after-hours at MedStat Urgent Care & Occupational Health, a part of the Lutheran Health Network. Join the chamber after work for networking and appetizers from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14. Medstat is located at 107 W. Pickwick Drive, Ste. A, Syracuse. RSVP by …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 3:17 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, 6400 block South CR 700E, Pierceton. Report of battery.  12:54 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, 8000 block US 30, Etna Green. Report of battery.  7:40 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2600 block US 30, Warsaw. Jamie Spencer reported auto theft.  …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 7:17 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, County Farm Road, Silver Lake. Driver: Heather Richardson, 39, Seminole Lane, Wabash. Richardson’s vehicle struck a deer. Damage up to $10,000.  6:57 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, SR 25, Mentone. Drivers: Connie Shewman, 79, Division Road, Akron; and Karl …read more.

PIERCETON — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 1048 S. CR 325E, Pierceton. Shai Did you know that November is National Adopt a Senior Pet Month? To kick off this very special spotlight, we would like to introduce you to Shai. Shai is a gorgeous twelve-year-old, …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Hoosiers recently participated in the 18th nationwide “Prescription Drug Take-Back Day” by visiting Indiana State Police Posts, locations sponsored by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency and the Indiana Board of Pharmacy, and other sites across the state. “Kudos to everyone who helped protect their loved ones from substance misuse by safely disposing of …read more.

WARSAW — The 26th annual Toy Time will take place earlier this year and will follow a different schedule. The event is open to the public. Here’s how it works: Bring your good-quality, used toys and children’s items to the Home & Family Arts building at Kosciusko County Fairgrounds.  Volunteers will price and package the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Contrary to popular misconception, veterans organizations are not just for veterans. Kosciusko County American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars posts regularly offer food, fun and fellowship to the public. Each post offers a limited number open house and excise exempt days, dictated by state law, when nonmembers can order alcohol if …read more.

KALAMAZOO, Mich. – Western Michigan made itself bowl eligible after beating Ball State, 35-31, Tuesday night in MAC football.

BOURBON — A look ahead at Lady Trojan basketball this season.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College’s theater department will present the musical “The Addams Family” on Nov. 15, 16, 21-23. “The Addams Family” will be presented on Nov. 15, 16, 21 – 23. The performances will be in the Little Theatre in Philathea Hall on the Grace College Campus, 1499 Alpha Drive, Winona Lake. Tickets are …read more.

WARSAW — Cardinal Services is looking for volunteers to act as Cardinal Elves. Cardinal Services provides services to approximately 275 adults. The organization is looking for volunteers to help assure that all of these adults receive a gift over the holidays. To become an Elf, e-mail [email protected]. Specify whether you are located in Kosciusko, Marshall, Cass …read more.

Roger Dale Frush, 88, Warsaw, passed away at 1:31 p.m., Monday, Nov. 4, 2019, in Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. He was born Dec. 1, 1930, in Kosciusko County to William Clifford and Margurite (Hughes) Frush, Sr. He was a lifetime resident of Warsaw. He graduated from Warsaw High School and continued on to receive a …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS —If you’re already thinking ahead to Thanksgiving and that big meal with the turkey and dressing, you can get a taste of it early thanks to Pringles.

WARSAW — Firefighters responded to an attic fire Wednesday morning in Warsaw. At about 8:35 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, first responders were called to a fire at 409 N. Washington St., Warsaw. Initial reports indicate that the fire was in the attic. Smoke could be seen seeping out the edges of the roofline. Warsaw-Wayne Fire …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 Jail:  

SYRACUSE — Paula Kehr-Wicker, Republican, was elected to her second term as clerk-treasurer for the town of Syracuse following Tuesday’s municipal election. She defeated her Democratic opponent Tim Yeager. Kehr-Wicker received 109 votes to Yeager’s 34 votes, carrying all four of the town precincts. Also winning were Tom Hoover, Syracuse Council District 3; Larry Marindale, …read more.

SILVER LAKE —  The Silver Lake Lions Club will host a fish, chicken & tenderloin fry from 4 p.m. until sold out Saturday, Nov. 9, at the Silver Lake Conservation Building, located at 108 S. Elm St., Silver Lake. Cost is $9 per pound. Carry-out only. Side dishes will be available. There will also be …read more.

  Bill Dixon, candidate for state representative, hopes the public will turn out for his fundraising dinner on Thursday, Nov.21, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Maria’s Restaurant in North Webster. While many people know Dixon from his time at Wawasee 103 radio and as an elected member of the Turkey Creek Township Advisory Board, …read more.

WINONA LAKE – LCA’s girls basketball program has found recent success, and hopes to keep it going this winter.

Towns with races: Claypool Libertarian Patricia Warner captured two-thirds of the vote (66.6 to 33.3) and defeated Democrat Charlotte Lindley in the race for clerk-treasurer. Republican Benny Stage, Jr. defeated Democrat Niki Miller, 65.1 to 34.8, for the north district seat. Other candidates on the ballot included Democrat Elizabeth Heiman and Republican Eugene Warner. They …read more.

WARSAW — Republican dominance on City Council just got another four-year extension. Despite the biggest challenge in two decades, Republicans on city council rolled to victory in Tuesday’s election. Mayor Joe Thallemer, unopposed in Tuesday’s election, will begin his third term in office alongside six returning Republican councilmembers. The one new addition to council will …read more.

WARSAW — Republicans in Warsaw turned back challenges from three Democrats and an Independent in city council races in Tuesday’s election. Republican Mayor Joe Thallemer and Republican Clerk-Treasurer Lynne Christiansen were unopposed in their re-election bids. Results from the four contested races: In District 1, incumbent Republican Jeff Grose defeated Democrat Sarah McNeal Strahan-Lenfestey by …read more.

WARSAW — All precincts had reported in by 7:27 p.m. ending a long day for poll workers. But the work continued for election staff at the Justice Building, getting equipment put away and ballots processed through the main election computers. Here are the final results City of Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer — 942 Clerk-Treasurer Lynne …read more.

WARSAW — The polls closed at 6 p.m. and the first precinct came rolling in to the Justice Building at 6:30 p.m. Leesburg was the first to report in followed by several Warsaw wards reporting in at 6:45 p.m. Election staff distributed the first printout of votes at 7:12 p.m.  This tabulation included absentee ballots …read more.

WARSAW — Dr. Phil Downs, superintendent of Southwest Allen County Schools and Indiana Superintendent of the Year, will hold a presentation from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7. The presentation will take place at the Warsaw Performing Arts Center at Warsaw Community High School. Downs’ presentation, “Follow the Money: An Analysis of Why Public …read more.

WARSAW — Lake City Bank recently announced that Kylee M. Coughenour has been promoted to financial wellness officer, working out of the bank’s Rochester office. In this new role, Coughenour coordinates the bank’s Financial Wellness Partner Program, which provides free financial literacy workshops for employees of local businesses. Coughenour works with Lake City Bank branch …read more.

Claypool Town Council member Eugene Warner casts his vote during the town’s municipal election Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 5. InkFreeNews photo by Kory Stoneburner-Betts. WARSAW —  Voter turnout in today’s municipal election appeared to be somewhat light around the noon hour. Polls will remain open until 6 p.m. Tuesday. In addition to Warsaw, other communities having …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 6:54 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5, US 30, west of CR 150W, Warsaw. Drivers: Max G. Blank, 32, Fleming Avenue, Fort Wayne; Kevin E. Perkins, 48, West CR 100S, Warsaw; and Eric J. Kohler, 37, SR 19, Etna Green. Blank’s vehicle rear-ended Perkins’ vehicle, causing …read more.

WARSAW — The Time Out Inn in Warsaw was awarded a Miller Lite and a Coors Light commemorative plaque from MillerCoors Brewing Company and Five Star Distributing. The Time Out Inn ranks in the top one percent of sales in an on-premise “bar” establishment for both Miller Lite and Coors Light in the entire state …read more.

UPDATE: As of Friday, Nov. 8, this Silver Alert has been cancelled. CARMEL — A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared for a man from Carmel. The Carmel Police Department is investigating the disappearance of Tyler Lee Lott, a 30-year-old white male, 6 feet 1 inch tall, 150 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for 2019 Chamber Awards. Nominations must be submitted by Dec. 6. The Chamber annually honors businesses and individuals for their significant role in driving Kosciusko’s business community and economic growth. Winners will be announced at the Chamber’s annual membership dinner in January 2020. Award recipients …read more.

WARSAW — The National Weather Service predicts a chance of rain and snow Wednesday night, Nov. 6, and Thursday morning. Today will be dry and partly sunny with a high near 42 and a low near 29. Wednesday will see a high near 50 with wind gusts as high as 25 mph. Wednesday night comes …read more.

By Darla McCammon Last week, we invited you to visit the new Warsaw City Hall art exhibit featuring Steve Creighton. If you recall, I compared Creighton’s style of work to that of the Dutch Golden Age artists such as that wrought by one of the most famous artists of all time: Rembrandt Harmenszoon Van Rijn, …read more.

SYRACUSE – The future is bright for Wawasee, who hopes to bring some of that to its present.

Pamela Kay Pence, 62, Churubusco, passed away on Monday, Nov. 4, 2019, at her home. Born in Kendallville, on June 21, 1957, to Larry and Nancy (Lamle) Herendeen. She spent her formative years in Churubusco, graduating from Churubusco High School in 1977. She worked at Emperial Design Custom Woodwork for 15 years and later retired …read more.

Jeffrey Robert Stratman, 62, Syracuse, went to be with the Lord on Nov. 1, 2019, while at Visiting Nurse Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. Born on Feb. 25, 1957, to John and Margaret “Motzie” Stratman, he was the second of three children. A graduate of Columbia City Joint High School, he went on to have …read more.

Phyllis Kay Hall, 80, Milford, passed away Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, at home surrounded by family. Kay was born Nov. 16, 1938, in Cannons Creek, Ohio to Isaac and Elma (Loper) Saunders. She was a longtime Milford resident moving here in 1976. She was employed with Steruy Boat Company then went to Coppes for many …read more.

James A. Endress, 73, Warsaw, passed away at 5:20 a.m. on Nov. 4, 2019, at Mason Health Care, Warsaw. Born on Nov. 19, 1945, in Wabash County. He was the son of Charles and Martha (Lawrence) Endress. After graduating with an Associates Degree, he started working maintenance for Kosciusko Community Hospital when it first opened …read more.

Walter L. Niccum, 97, North Manchester, passed away at 12:43 a.m. on Nov. 4, 2019, at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. One of six children, he was born on Feb. 27, 1922, in Chester Township, Wabash County, to Albert L. and Mary K. (Karn) Niccum. At the age of twenty, Walter married Doris I. Cripe on …read more.

Isobel Eileen Ford, 95, LaFontaine, passed away at 3:49 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 4, 2019, at Rolling Meadow Health and Rehabilitation Center.  She was born in Marion, on Aug. 3, 1924, to the late Milford and Flossie Blossom (Prime) Freeman. She was a 1942 graduate of Marion High School. She retired from Foster Forbes in …read more.

Jeff Rowe, Baker Tilly, speaks to Warsaw City Council Monday night, Nov. 4. InkFreeNews photo by Dan Spalding. WARSAW — A consultant offered a positive critique of city finances Monday night, Nov. 4, and suggested a few ways to improve upon its fiscal standing. Jeff Rowe, a partner and CPA with Baker Tilly, spoke to …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw Community High School senior Kaylee Patton has signed to play basketball at Grace College.

Barbara Jean Geyer, 93, was born in Laporte County on Feb. 11, 1926 to Austin and Edna (Gleason) Wicks and raised on a farm in Hanna. She briefly lived in Plymouth and then in Bremen for over 70 years. In addition to selling Stanley Corporation products, she worked in Bremen at Modern Cleaners, TV Time, …read more.

Joyce Ann Earhart, 75, of Wabash, died at 11:20 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, at Parkview Wabash Hospital. She was born April 11, 1944, in Wabash, to Norman and Ruby (Mettler) Miller. She worked at Dana Corporation in Andrews, retiring in 2005. She was a member of the Grace Fellowship Church. She loved gospel music, …read more.

Leota M. Ecklebarger, 85, Sebring, Florida, formerly of New Paris, died 6:24 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, at the home of her daughter in Goshen. She was born Dec. 30, 1933, in Wakarusa, to Edgar and Fern (Secor) High. On Aug. 10, 1952, in Wakarusa, she married John Ecklebarger Jr. Surviving are her husband, John; …read more.

Otho Murphy, 99, Plymouth, passed away Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, at the Catherine Kasper Home in Donaldson. He was born on Oct. 31, 1920, in Marshall County, to the late John C. and Gladys M. (Gray) Murphy. He was raised with his younger brother, Ross, on the family farm. He married Bernice A. Parker on …read more.

David Owen Miller was born Sept. 5, 1943, to Russell and Esther (Healy) Miller in Kokomo. He passed Nov. 3, 2019, at the St. Vincent Heart Center, Indianapolis. On June 5, 1965, in Kokomo, he married Charlotte Trueblood. They had two sons, Doug (Angie) Miller, Akron; and Steve (Shari) Miller, Rochester. They have five grandchildren: …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw’s December First Friday event “Hometown Holly Days” features ice carvers. The deadline to submit ice sculpture sponsorship forms and payments is Nov. 29. “Hometown Holly Days” will also have carriage rides, Twinkle Light Parade and Light up the Night at Central Park. To learn more, contact the WCDC at (574) 267-6311, ext. …read more.

Suzanne Marie “Sue” Rose, 71, Ligonier, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019, at home. She was born Jan. 20, 1948, in Michigan City. On Feb. 24, 1973, she married Dennis Rose, who preceded her in death on July 16, 2018. She is survived by her children, Roy (Tammy) Rose of Ligonier; Steve Rose of …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw has provided a fresh update on five road projects still underway. Here’s a quick recap provided by city Plan Director Jeremy Skinner: Officials hope the intersection project at Center and Buffalo streets will wrap up this week. New traffic poles were installed about 10 days ago. Concrete still needs …read more.

North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following accident: 9:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 4, East Backwater Road, near EMS W19 Lane, North Webster. Driver: Tony A. Vankirk, 33, North SR 5, Cromwell. Vankirk was traveling south on Backwater Road when a deer ran into the side of his vehicle. Damage up …read more.

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incident: 2:47 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31, 300 block North Huntington St., Syracuse. Stephanie A. Lee reported criminal mischief to a vehicle.    Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 8:33 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, 2800 block Frontage Road, Warsaw. Officers investigated …read more.

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

  Bill Dixon has announced his plan to run for state representative. He will be holding his first official fundraiser Thursday, Nov. 21. He believes, “As a district, you and I have been neglected for the past eight years. Now, because of my opponent’s ineptitude, we face losing the legislative seat altogether through redistricting.” His …read more.

Don E. Thallemer, 90, Warsaw, passed away at 1:30 p.m., Monday, Nov. 4, 2019, in Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw.  He was born Sept. 4, 1929, in Mishawaka, to William A. and Johanna M. (Vanderbosch)Thallemer. He was married to Beverly Ann Clements at St. Anthony Catholic Church in South Bend, Feb. 2, 1952. They celebrate 67 …read more.

City Plan Director Jeremy Skinner (L) talks with members of the Warsaw Redevelopment Commission (from left) Tim Meyer, Rick Snodgrass and Jeff Grose. InkFreeNews photo by Dan Spalding. WARSAW — Two residential TIF district proposals took the first step toward eventual approval Monday when the redevelopment commission passed a resolution supporting the plan. Creation of …read more.

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NAPPANEE – The NorthWood girls basketball program hopes this year’s squad can break through.

WARSAW — Members of the Democratic Party are offering rides to voters in Warsaw today. The offer was made by the vice-chair of the Kosciusko Democratic Party, Vicki Morton, according to a news release from city council candidate  Sara McNeal Strahan-Lenfestey. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. All voting in the Warsaw …read more.

WARSAW — An Etna Green man is being held in custody after a North Webster man was shot Saturday night, Nov. 2. Shawn Douglas McCrum, 53, of Etna Green, was being held without bond at the Kosciusko County Jail pending completion of an investigation, according to a news release issued by the Sheriff’s Office Monday …read more.

WARSAW — As the Kosciusko County Drug Court Program approaches the end of its sixth year of operation, a ceremony was held Monday, Nov. 4, in recognition of the 50th graduate of the program.  Scott Farmer, the program’s 50th graduate, was presented with a certificate and a medallion by Kosciusko Circuit Court Judge Michael Reed. …read more.

CROWN POINT — Wawasee’s robotics team won the tournament championship, robotics skills champion, and qualified two teams for state Saturday, Nov. 2, at the Crown Point Tournament. “It is a great start to our season,” said head coach Jed Wandland. Saturday was a kickoff for the 2019-20 Tower Takeover season for Iron Pride Robotics. Twenty-four …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Grace keeper Bethany Blackwood earned Crossroads and NCCAA Player of the Week honors.

FORT WAYNE – The Fort Wayne TinCaps are auctioning off game-worn jerseys for charity purposes.

SYRACUSE — “When I woke up this morning, I didn’t think I would be buying a school,” said Richard Gingerich of Nappanee. Richard and Regina Gingerich’s bid of $105,000 was the winning bid in the real estate auction Monday afternoon, Nov. 4, for the property of the former Syracuse Elementary School on Brooklyn Street. The …read more.

Brandon Lee Blanton, 44 and a resident of Packerton, lost his life as the result of a house fire on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019, at 12:45 a.m. He was born on Nov. 2, 1974, in Warsaw. He was the son of Gene and Sue (Hopkins) Blanton and one of six Blanton children. He grew up …read more.

WARSAW — A handful of towns will host elections on Tuesday, Nov. 5, and here’s a look at a rundown of contests: In Warsaw, four city council seats are up for grabs. Those include the following contests: In District 1, incumbent Republican Jeff Grose will face Democrat Sarah McNeal Strahan-Lenfestey; In District 2, Republican Josh …read more.

Diane May Kelly, 52, Syracuse, passed away at 1:02 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, at Goshen Hospital. She was born on Feb. 12, 1967, in Columbia City,to Jon and Janet (Fee) Fletcher She attended Central Noble High School in Albion and lived most of her life in the Noble County and Syracuse areas. She …read more.

Roger Frush, 88, Warsaw, passed away at 1:31 p.m., Monday, Nov. 4, 2019, in Miller’s Merry Manor, 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 — On Oct. 30, Lincoln Elementary School’s 5th and 6th grade classes walked to Owen’s Supermarket to help support the Supermarket Sweep community event. Students were able to use their donations to shop for non-perishable food and other goods. Through their efforts, students were able to contribute six grocery carts full of goods to …read more.

WINONA LAKE – The Northern Lakes Conference held its Sportsmanship Summit Monday morning at Grace College.

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

WARSAW — A Silver Lake man was sentenced in Kosciusko Superior Court I Monday, Nov.4, following an incident in January that led to the discovery of disturbing information on his phone.  Austin Michael Sherburne, 18, 205 E. Sycamore St., Silver Lake, was found guilty but mentally ill in court. The charges he pleaded guilty to …read more.

Editor’s Note: According to an update on Singh’s Facebook page, he will not be serving at the Phillips 66 in Warsaw Wednesday, Nov. 6 or Friday, Nov. 9. WARSAW — A Columbia City man is testing the market in Warsaw for authentic Indian food. Originating at the Kwik Mart on East Chicago Street in Columbia …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools is launching a new business partnership program to help students who don’t have high-speed Internet access in their homes. The school system is asking businesses to join with them by displaying the Tiger Tech image (at right) in their business front window. Students who see this image will know that …read more.

WINONA LAKE – With the 12 stream sensors recently installed by the Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams, Kosciusko County residents are invited to make lake science part of their daily lives. Not only can residents see the data that is being gathered, but they can also more closely follow the Lilly Center’s work as …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 5:29 a.m. Monday, Nov. 4, North CR 800W near West CR 640N, Atwood. Driver: Andrew J. Yoder, 25, West CR 400 N, Warsaw. Yoder was driving his vehicle when a deer entered the roadway. Damages up to $10,000. 12:20 a.m. Monday, …read more.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked into Kosciusko County Jail:

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 3:18 a.m. Monday, Nov. 3, 8600 East Backwater Road, North Webster. Officers investigated the reported theft of $1,600 in tools from Utiliquest, LLC. 11:04 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, 800 block South Main Street, Milford. Officers investigated a report of battery. 1:00 a.m. Wednesday, …read more.

WEST LAFAYETTE — A Purdue student says he was denied over-the-counter cold medication because of his Puerto Rican ID.​

Connie Jean (Filloff) Hensley, 69, Plymouth, and formerly of Argos, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, at 3:50 p.m. at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth, following a very lengthy illness. On June 30, 1950, in Warsaw, she was born to Richard Wayne Filloff and Lena M. (Fisher) Filloff. Connie had lived in the Argos …read more.

Frances J. Besson, 95, Warsaw, passed at 9:55 a.m., Friday, Nov. 1, 2019, at Kosciusko Community Hospital of Warsaw. She was born on Aug. 20, 1924, in Kosciusko County, Indiana to Clyde and Elsie (Douglas) Nettrouer. She married on Oct. 30, 1944, in Fort Wayne, Indiana to John L. Besson, who preceded on May 12, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Voters residing within the town/city limits of five towns and one city will go to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 5, to cast votes for town/city officials. Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Kosciusko County Commissioners have established designated poll locations in each of the communities holding elections. The …read more.

CLAYPOOL — Trunk and Treat was held on Halloween night in the snow with more than 200 people wandering the downtown of Claypool for treats, food, spooks, haunted trailer and games. There were eight bicycles given away. The winners were: Diana Rautenkranz, Jace Rensberger, Montzerrat Martinez, Zayden Baldridge, Lily Minarl, Ashlyn Borkholder, Nicholas Bright and …read more.

Edward J. Hochstetler, 77, Topeka, died at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne, Nov. 2, 2019. He was born Feb. 27, 1942, in LaGrange, to Jerome and Mary Ann (Miller) Hochstetler. He married Mary U. Schrock on Oct. 9, 1960, and together they lived in matrimony 59 years, and 24 days; she survives. Survivors include, ten …read more.

Diane M. Kelly, 52, Syracuse, passed away at 1:02 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, at Goshen Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse.

Frederick Kalinowski, 71, of Etna Green, passed away at 10:55 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw. Arrangements are pending at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, 4356 N. SR 15, Warsaw.

WARSAW —  Have any extra candy around the house you want to get rid of? Girl Scout Troop #10380 is organizing a candy drive for unwanted candy to give to organizations with kids who can use it. All of this effort is going toward earning their Girl Scout Silver Award, the highest Girl Scout award a …read more.

PACKERTON — The man who died in a fire shortly after midnight Tuesday in Packerton has been identified. Brandon Blanton, 44, died in the blaze, according to Kosciusko County Coroner Tony Ciriello. Blanton was inside a camper adjacent to a mobile home at 8031 S. Thomas Drive, just east of Packerton Road. Ciriello said Blanton …read more.

MENTONE — November is National Novel Writing Month. NaNoWriMo is an annual, Internet-based creative writing project that takes place during the month of November. Participants attempt to write a 50,000-word manuscript between Nov. 1 and Nov. 30. Well-known authors write pep talks to keep them motivated throughout the process, said a news release from Bell Memorial Public Library. …read more.

Ray J. Eberly, 93, North Manchester, passed away peacefully with his family by his side at 5:45 p.m. Nov. 1, 2019, at Timbercrest Healthcare Center, North Manchester. One of six children, Ray was born in Kosciusko County, Indiana, on April 25, 1926, to Levi and Mary (Mishler) Eberly. Ray attended Larwill High School and in …read more.

Connie Jean Hensley, 69,  Plymouth, and formerly of Argos, passed away at 3:50 p.m. Saturday Nov. 2, 2019, following a very lengthy illness. Arrangements are pending at this time.

Michael David Cook passed away Oct. 31, 2019, in his home in Bourbon. The family will welcome friends from 4-8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, at Nappanee Missionary Church, 70417 State Rte 19 N, Nappanee, and one hour before services Tuesday. Funeral services will be Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Dave Engbrecht officiating. Burial will …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.

NORTH WEBSTER — As the foundation is being laid for its new building, North Webster Community Public Library continues to build a financial foundation through fundraising efforts. As part of that effort, a silent auction will be held at the library throughout the day Friday, Nov. 15 and Saturday, Nov. 16. A wide variety of …read more.

NAPPANEE — The Nappanee Public Library announced its events for Nov. 2-8. Blending In Saturday, Nov. 2, 3–4:30 p.m. Blending In is a group for high functioning autistic teens and other unique teens seeking to meet others in a safe, laid-back, positive environment. Teens and parents are warmly invited. Registration is required. Call Cami for …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Bethany Blackwood’s smother in round six of the penalty shootout sent Grace to the Crossroads semi’s over Spring Arbor Saturday afternoon.

College football results for Saturday, Nov. 2.

IHSAA state tournament scoreboard, including a wrap of the cross country state finals.

Grace athletic results for Saturday, Nov. 2.