WARSAW — With Republican incumbents Mayor Joe Thallemer and Clerk-Treasurer Lynne Christiansen heading to election day unopposed, all of the contested races in the city involve City Council. Three Republican City Council incumbents, Cindy Dobbins, Jack Wilhite (both at-large) and Jerry Frush (District 4), are unopposed in their bids for re-election. Below are summaries of …read more.

CLAYPOOL — Two candidates are on the general election ballot this year for Claypool Town Council clerk-treasurer; there are also two candidates for the town council’s north district seat. Charlotte L. Lindley (D) and incumbent Patricia Warner (L) are on the ballot for clerk-treasurer. Benny R. Stage, Jr. (R) and incumbent Niki L. Miller (D) …read more.

Hardworking and quiet were just few ways to describe Roger Bockelman, who had a very loving personality. At a young age, he learned the value of work before play and later in life, he enjoyed the relaxing times of having a cup of coffee throughout the day either at the truck stop or Big G’s …read more.

William Ambrose “Bud” Siegfred, 95, rural Wabash, died at 11:50 a.m., Friday, Nov. 1, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor East in Wabash. He was born Jan. 23, 1924, in Fulton County, to W Edward and Myrtle (Pontius) Siegfred. Bud married Clara Ruth Snow in Frankton, on Jan. 22, 1955. She died Nov. 21, 2013. He …read more.

By Melissa Chapman Warsaw Community Public Library “That Book Woman” by Heather Henson is a picture book for children. It is about a family living in the Appalachian Mountains in the 1930s that gets books to read during the regular visits of the “Book Woman”, a librarian who rides a packhorse through the mountains, lending …read more.

Frances J. Besson, 95, Warsaw, passed at 9:55 a.m., Friday, Nov. 1, 2019, at Kosciusko Community Hospital of Warsaw. Arrangements are currently pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone.  

Fredrick ” LeRoy” Borer, 84, Rochester, passed away at 4:47 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019, at Woodlawn Hospital. On June 25, 1935, LeRoy was born in Wauseon, Ohio. He was a treasured son of  Frederick and Dorthiel Valentine Borer. In Angola, LeRoy and Mary Alice Butler were married on April 10, 1954. They shared 58 years together. From …read more.

SYRACUSE — “Safer does not mean safe.” It was a message repeatedly emphasized by actor Moses Jones, who travels extensively to warn teens about the dangers of vaping through the use of e-cigarettes. He spoke at “Sweet Deception,” a school wide convocation Thursday morning, Oct. 31, at Wawasee High School then spoke in the afternoon …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Most smoke alarms need a new battery at least once a year. What better way to remember when the batteries were replaced by choosing a memorable occasion or time. The change to daylight saving time is a perfect time to switch those old batteries with new ones. With the change to daylight …read more.

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

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 2:36 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, 1700 block West Lake Street, Warsaw. Criminal trespass report at Time Out Inn. 4:07 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1, 2500 block East Center Street, Warsaw. Strangulation and battery report.  4:04 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1, 2500 block East Center Street, Warsaw. …read more.

WARSAW — The November First Friday event featured a musical performance by country music artist Jason Michael Carroll and a rodeo, along with multiple games and activities. Despite the fact that trick-or-treating had been rescheduled to Friday evening due to inclement weather Thursday, many people showed up in downtown Warsaw to enjoy First Friday activities …read more.

CEDARVILLE — Turnovers plagued NorthWood in a 10-6 Sectional 19 loss Friday.

The most competitive campaign for city council that Warsaw has seen in a long, long time will end Tuesday with what looks like a whimper. The all-Republican council will get its biggest test in decades on Tuesday, but as is often the case when there is not a marquee mayoral race, there does not appear …read more.

CHESTERTON — Warsaw trumped host Chesterton in a 35-28 shootout Friday, earning the Tigers the right to play Penn in next week’s sectional championship game back home at Fisher Field.

MOST WANTED — 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.

AKRON – Jimtown capitalized on Valley’s slow start to compile a 27-6 win Friday night in the Class 3-A sectional semi-finals.

WINONA LAKE – Grace’s men’s basketball team started the season in style with a 77-66 win over Lincoln Christian on Friday.

SILVER LAKE — Silver Lake Street and Sewer Superintendent JT Prater will keep his job. The decision was made by town council members during a special meeting Friday, Nov. 1, at the Silver Lake town meeting hall.  The 90-minute disciplinary hearing was held to determine how to address alleged issues involving Prater. Town Council President …read more.

WARSAW — Changes to a two-block stretch of Hickory Street are tentatively planned for next year. The road is about three blocks in length, but the city is working with Norfolk Southern and state transportation officials to revamp the two blocks to the north and south of Center Street. Part of the work will entail one-way …read more.

WARSAW — The interior of a riverfront cottage was destroyed by fire on Thursday night, Oct. 31. At 7:33 p.m. first responders were called to a house fire at 2044 East Riverside Drive, a dead-end road off of East CR 550N, southeast of Leesburg. Plain Township Fire Department called for a full assist from Warsaw, …read more.

Jeremy Scott Eguene Melton passed away Oct. 30, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. Jeremy was born on Oct. 18, 2019, to Kenneth Sanchez and Zoella Mae Melton in Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at McKee Mortuary.

Frederick Leroy Borer, 84 of Rochester passed away on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019 at Woodlawn Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks & Recreation is hosting a Paint in the Park program at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8. This event would be a great choice for girls’ night out or date night. Create a canvas masterpiece while you enjoy a relaxing night at the Center Lake Pavilion. The $15 registration fee includes all …read more.

WARSAW — Madison Elementary in Warsaw experienced a “lockout” situation Friday afternoon, Nov. 1, according to a news release from Warsaw Comunity Schools.   During that time, teachers and students experienced “business as usual” conditions, but nobody was allowed in or out of the building.   The move was done so that authorities could respond …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested after he allegedly fled police in his vehicle and then began ramming police cars after being cornered. Caleb Levi Roatcap, 28, 808 East CR 400S, Warsaw was charged earlier this week with intimidation with a deadly weapon, a level 5 felony; resisting law enforcement, a level 6 felony; …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 6:20 a.m. Friday, Nov. 1, West US 30 near North CR 650 West, Warsaw. Driver: Gregory H. Music, 21, Beech Road, Bourbon. Music was driving his vehicle west on US 30 when a deer entered the roadway. Damages up to $10,000. …read more.

MUNCIE — MutualFirst Financial Inc., the parent company of MutualBank, recently announced its merger with Pennsylvania based Northwest Bancshares, Inc. Both organizations announced the merger through a press release on Oct. 29. According to the news release from MutualFirst Financial, NorthWest will acquire the Muncie-based holding company in an all-stock transaction currently valued at $346 …read more.

Nila Mae (Kreighbaum) Foust, 81, South Bend, passed away at 7:20 a.m., Oct. 30, 2019, at Wellbrooke of South Bend. She was born Sept. 23, 1938, at home in the small community of Maxinkuckee west of Lake Maxinkuckee between Culver and Argos to Drisco L. Kreighbaum and Margie B. (Harris) Kreighbaum. Having grown up in …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Gov. Eric J. Holcomb and Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch announced that Elaine Bedel will serve as secretary and CEO of the newly established Indiana Destination Development Corporation.  Bedel currently serves as president of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, the state’s lead economic development agency.  “Elaine will excel as Indiana’s first chief destination officer …read more.

WARSAW — A husband and wife both face charges following an alleged altercation with a Warsaw police officer. Mark Allen Holbrook II, 42, 920 Anchorage Road #11, Warsaw, and Stacy Ann Holbrook, 44, 2605 CR 10B Road, Bourbon, were both booked at the Kosciusko County Jail on Oct. 25. Mark Allen Holbrook is charged with …read more.

SOUTH BEND – The South Bend Cubs will host its fourth annual Polar Plunge to support Special Olympics Indiana.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Community Foundation will host its annual luncheon on Nov. 12 in Winona Lake. The event begins at 11:30 a.m.at the Winona Heritage Room, 901 Park Ave, Winona Lake.  Cost to attend is $30 per person. Lunch will be a plated meal served at your table. Reservations can be made online, but need …read more.

OXFORD — Indiana State Police are investigating a woman’s death after she was found with a python around her neck. Benton County sheriff’s deputies responded to 609 North Dan Patch Drive shortly before 9 p.m. Wednesday on a report of an unresponsive woman. Deputies arrived to find a Laura Hurst, 36, Battle Ground, on the …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Manchester University’s Peace Studies Institute will host a film screening of “Johnny Got His Gun” on the North Manchester campus. The movie will be shown at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21 in Cordier Auditorium, followed by a panel that will reflect upon the historical significance of the film and answer questions. “Johnny …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 5:03 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30, 700 block East CR 800S, Claypool. Holly Ernestina Cristofolini reported theft of tools valued at $1,400. 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30, 100 block Old Road 30, Warsaw. Report of a pickup that slid through an intersection.  2:50 …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 5:31 p.m. Thursday, Oct 31, East CR 1000N, west of SR 13, Syracuse. Driver: Scott D. Huffer, 41, Moore Street, Syracuse. Huffer’s vehicle struck a deer. Damage up to $10,000.  12:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31, Old 30 and South CR 325E, Warsaw. …read more.

Roger Bockelman, 81, Columbia City, passed away at 3:35 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019, at his home. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City

Kenneth “Ken” G. Hill, 66, passed away at home at 5:44 a.m., Oct. 30, 2019, with his wife by his side, after bravely battling glioblastoma brain cancer for 12 1/2 months. He was born June 2, 1953, in Fort Wayne, to the late Kenneth A. Hill and Roselyn M. Hill. He was a 1971 graduate …read more.

Evelyn Ann Owen-Wargo, 81, Valparaiso, passed away peacefully at home, Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019. She was born Aug. 29, 1938, in LaFontaine, to Charles and Inez (Sirk) Hall. Evelyn retired in 1996 from Gary Wirt High School, after teaching for over 30 years. She is survived by her husband of over 20 years, Bruce W. …read more.

Richard John Montgomery, 71, was born in Philadelphia, Penn. to Richard and Ann Montgomery, on Aug. 27, 1948, and passed away on Oct. 30, 2019, in Plymouth. He worked for Sears and Kmart in Philadelphia for a combined 25 years, doing general maintenance. He moved to Argos to be near family that would care for …read more.

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

  WARSAW — Ivy Tech Community College invites area high school students and their parents to attend its College 101 night at the Warsaw campus, Nov. 14 from 6-8 p.m. At College 101 area high school students and parents will meet with admissions and student success professionals while learning about being a student at the …read more.

WARSAW — First Christian Church invites the community on Nov. 17 to a special Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. A Thanksgiving Celebration Lunch with catering by ‘Big Boss BBQ’ following at 11 a.m. First Christian Church is located at 115 Park Ridge Drive, Warsaw. The Worship Service will consist of welcoming Jonathan & Emily Martin …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Two Tigers, a Panther and a Cougar were among the choices for ISCA boys soccer All-District.

Editor’s Note: This post has been updated with more accurate information. WARSAW — At 7:34 p.m. first responders from Leesburg, Pierceton, North Webster, Milford and Warsaw were called to a house fire at 2044 East Riverside Drive, Warsaw on Oct. 31. The property was located on a dead-end road off of East CR 550N, southeast …read more.

Warning: The following article contains details that may not be suitable for all readers. WARSAW — A Winona Lake man charged with sexual misconduct was sentenced Thursday, Oct. 31, in Kosciusko Superior Court I. Connor Martan Hall, 20, 1219 Bibler Ave., Winona Lake, pleaded guilty to sexual misconduct with a minor, a level 5 felony. …read more.

PIERCETON — Two candidates are on the ballot this year for Pierceton Town Council Clerk-Treasurer. Myra L. Mast (R) and Brian H. Hartman (L) are on the ballot for clerk-treasurer. The other race, for town council, involves three incumbents. They are Thomas (Tom) Barker (R), Matthew W. Brubaker (R) and Armando (Mandy) Espinoza (D). They …read more.

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

ETNA GREEN — Two candidates are on the general election ballot this year for Etna Green clerk-treasurer. Patricia K. Cook (R) and Amanda C. (Mandy) Ewing (D) are vying for the position. Jason W. Hanes, Susan Klinefelter and incumbent Keith Claassen, all Republicans, are running unopposed for Etna Green Town Council. The general election will …read more.

Brandon Blanton, 44, passed away as the result of a devastating house fire in Packerton on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019. Arrangements for his service have been entrusted to Titus Funeral Home. A complete obituary and further details will be posted to TitusFuneralHome.com where the family will also receive electronic condolences.

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incident: 3:40 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27, 1100 block North Indiana Avenue, Syracuse. Officers investigated a report of domestic battery. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 3:15 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2100 block East Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw. Fnu Nitin reported …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 2:06 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30, South SR 25 near West CR 250S, Warsaw. Drivers: Juan C. Nunez, 65, South Harding Street, Warsaw; and Bernard J. Senn, 58, CR 46, New Paris. Nunez was driving south on SR 25 and lost control …read more.

Small Claims The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Snow & Sauerteig LLP v. Terri S. Bowyer, $2,839.65 Chad Bradley, $1,025.73 Lorrie Cantrell, $2,784.42 Brady Coates, $6,000 Charles Defries, $585.62 George Ebey, $3,004.90 Alec Haines, $1,165.86 D. Ann Jackson, $6,000 Earl F. Jacquay, $578.74 Neil …read more.

James R. Marsillett, Jr., 45 and a resident of Warsaw, passed away unexpectedly at 9:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2019, in his home near Leesburg. He was born in Warsaw at Murphy Medical Center on July 15th, 1974. He was the son of James R. Marsillett Sr. and Mary A. (Bean) Marsillett. He was a …read more.

LEESBURG — Two candidates are seeking the Leesburg Clerk-Treasurer seat in the upcoming election, which will be held Nov. 5. Greg Anderson (R) is running against incumbent Clerk-Treasurer Michael Searfoss (D). MICHAEL SEARFOSS (D) Date of Birth:  March 17, 1955 A quick summary of your occupation or work history:  Retired from Dana Corporation, Syracuse; former …read more.

Earl B. “Junior” Waterson Jr., 88, formerly of South Whitley, died Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019, at Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester, where he had resided since April, 2016. He was born June 20, 1931, in Noble County, a son of the late Earl B. and Feril Elizabeth (Spackman) Waterson, Sr. His formative years were spent …read more.

Mike O. Garner, 69, Lakeville, passed away in his home on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2019. He was born on Dec. 4, 1949, in Plymouth to the late Charles and Alice (Bryant) Garner. On June 15, 1974, he married Rhonda Baldwin. Mr. Garner is survived by his loving wife, Rhonda; their son, Shawn (fiancé Meghan Fellner) …read more.

FORT WAYNE — The weather is sliding into that time of year when the snow and ice could affect road conditions.  The Indiana State Police offered a few safety tips on maneuvering slick conditions in a news release issued this week. Prior to pulling out of the driveway, make sure that the driver will be …read more.

Lois Eileen McKillip, 93, rural Wabash, died at 7:22 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019, at her home. She was born May 27, 1926, in Wabash County, to J. Fred and Lola (Baer) Tomson. Shewas a 1944 graduate of Chippewa High School. She married James Douglas McKillip in Wabash on Oct. 21, 1945; he died June …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Celebration Church will host its trunk-or-treat this evening in Winona Lake. The trunk-or-treat will be from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The event will be indoors, said a news release from Celebration Church. Celebration Church is located at 1289 South CR 250 East, Winona Lake.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools recently celebrated the grand opening of the Tiger Recreation and Activity Center with students, staff and the community. The newly constructed 59,500 square-foot student activity center will assist WCS in furthering its commitment toward promoting health and wellness by offering a new space in Warsaw for physical activity and health …read more.

SOUTH BEND – Raghib Ismail will be honored this weekend ahead of the Notre Dame-Virigina Tech football game.

WINONA LAKE — A Fort Wayne man was recently arrested after an officer conducted a random license plate check and discovered a stolen vehicle. Mark R. Hastings, 52, 5015 Decatur Road, Fort Wayne, is charged with theft, a level 6 felony; theft and driving while suspended, both class A misdemeanors. On Oct. 24, a Winona …read more.

Ethel Robinson Prater, 86, Silver Lake, passed away at her residence surrounded by family at 3:45 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019. She was born on April 3, 1933, in Blue River, Ky. to Fannie (Wallen) Prater and Lonnie Patrick Robinson. On June 12, 1970, she was married to Earlie Prater. They shared 24 years …read more.

WARSAW — Earning a gold rating at prelims, the Warsaw Community High School Tigers Pride Marching Band qualified to perform at the Indiana State School Music Association Scholastic Class Finals. The statewide event was held on Saturday, Oct. 26, at Lawrence Central High School in Indianapolis. Thirty-four high school bands participated in the Scholastic Class …read more.

Leslie “Les” R. Harden, 81, Warsaw, passed away at 2:44 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019, in Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. He was born on July 15, 1938 in Urbana, to Robert and Wilma (Ramey) Harden. He was a lifetime resident of Kosciusko County. He worked as a telephone communication engineer for Henkels & McCoy INC. …read more.

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

BELLINGHAM, Wash. — Exercise is rarely fun, as Cinderblock the Cat can attest. But no pain, no gain.

Even the goblins will seek cover tonight with wind gusts expected to be as high 45 mph. This display was seen early Thursday outside of the office of State Farm Insurance on Market Street in Warsaw. InkFreeNews Photo by Dan Spalding. WARSAW — Cold, wet and blustery conditions await trick or treaters who venture outside …read more.

WARSAW – Lakeview Middle School announced its 2019 fall sports Mental Attitude Award winners.

WINONA LAKE – For the first time in 42 years, someone new will be leading Grace’s men’s basketball team.

Joseph Willard Ryder, 95, Topeka, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2019, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. He was born on April 24, 1924, the son of Paul and Grace (Stith) Ryder in Jonesboro. On Sept. 9, 1986, he married Velda Rheinheimer; she survives. Other survivors include, four children, Rickey Joe Ryder …read more.

WARSAW — Two drivers were hospitalized after an accident on SR 25 Wednesday afternoon. Juan Nunez, 65, of Warsaw, was driving a 2007 Chevrolet HHR south on SR 25 south of CR 250S and collided with a 2010 GMC Sierra driven by Bernard Senn, 58, of New Paris, according to a news release from the …read more.

Alden D. Clark, 85, passed away at 10:56 p.m. on Oct. 26, 2019. He was born in Clunette, Nov. 1, 1933, the son of James Sylvester and Fanny May (Warren) Clark. He was one of ten children born to the couple and was the last of his siblings. He attended school in the Mentone area …read more.

James Marsillett, 45, passed away in his residence Oct. 29, 2019. Services are currently pending with Titus Funeral Home. Please check back soon for a more complete obituary at www.TitusFuneralHome.com .

WARSAW — Parkinson’s Support Group of Warsaw will meet from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 8, at the administrative offices of Kosciusko Community Hospital. The meeting will include Dr. Kevin McGeehan, neurologist specializing in the area of Parkinson’s Disease.  For the past several years, he has given us a wealth of information, …read more.

DENVER – Tippecanoe Valley had four volleyball players named to the All-Three Rivers Conference list.

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Soccer Coaches Association released its lists for its Academic All-State choices for boys and girls soccer.

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Soccer Coaches Association released its choices for girls soccer All-District.

UPLAND – Grace’s volleyball team was unable to pick up a late-season road win on Wednesday, falling at Taylor 3-1.

WINONA LAKE – Grace enters the Crossroads League women’s soccer tournament ranked No. 17 in the NAIA national poll.

WARSAW —  Efforts to raise $1 million by area Boy Scouts were discussed last week when Lincolnway District Boy Scouts of America held its Scouting Heritage Breakfast at the Crazy Egg Café in Warsaw.   According to a press release provided by retired Kosciusko District Executive Jim Molebash, local scouts are trying to raise the …read more.

Editor’s note: Several communities changed their trick or treat hours from Thursday to Friday, due to inclement weather expected on Thursday. Warsaw, Winona Lake, Pierceton and Bourbon, North Webster and Syracuse have moved trick or treating to Friday. Atwood The Otterbein United Methodist Church in Atwood will have a trunk-or-treat event in its parking lot …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Manchester University is adding programs in the health sciences and others with strong potential. “We are pivoting toward programs that prospective students want,” said President Dave McFadden. “Today’s high school students and their parents are looking for a place that offers a clear return on their investment, whether that’s a good-paying job …read more.

WARSAW — Recently retired Warsaw Police Department K9 Officer Dax passed away on Monday, Oct. 28. The WPD announced Dax’s passing through a Facebook post on Wednesday, Oct. 30. Dax joined the department on April 1, 2013, and was handled by Corporal Phil Reed. “The obedience, loyalty and love Dax displayed for Phil were undeniable,” …read more.

Leslie “Les” R. Harden, 81, Warsaw, passed away at 2:44 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019, in Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. Arrangements are pending McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To Sign the Guestbook or Send a Condolence go to www.mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

MILFORD — One person was transported to an area hospital following a two-vehicle crash at SR 15 and CR 900N today, Wednesday, Oct. 30. The collision was at approximately 11:15 a.m. According to the Indiana State Police, Shawn Bradley, 48, Syracuse, was westbound on CR 900N in a Ford F150 truck and failed to see …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: midnight Wednesday, Oct. 30, 4700 block North SR 13, Leesburg. Michael G. Bradley reported theft. Value: $100. 2:18 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29, 4400 block East CR 1300N, Syracuse. Matthew E. Barfell reported a hit-and-run property damage vehicle accident.    North Webster Officers …read more.

WARSAW — SR 25, along the Devil’s Backbone, was closed temporarily after a traffic accident Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 30. The accident involved a large pickup and a Chevy HHR and happened south of CR 200S. The accident happened at roughly 2 p.m. Details about the accident were not immediately available.  

North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following accidents: 10:22 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29, East Backwater Road, east of EMS W26 Lane, North Webster. Driver: Jonathon G. Conley, 45, North Jefferson Street, Silver Lake. Conley was traveling east on Backwater Road when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $5,000. …read more.

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

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office recently published some advice on Halloween safety. The sheriff’s office urges parents to keep Halloween safe by preparing themselves and their children for a safe night out, beginning with these basic safety tips: A responsible adult should always accompany children ages 12 and under when trick-or-treating. Ensure costumes fit …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman was arrested on multiple counts of alleged dealing and possession of methamphetamine. Jamie Lee Hecke, 39, 1687 West CR 400N, Warsaw, was charged with two counts of dealing in methamphetamine, a level 2 felony; and two counts of possession of methamphetamine, a level 4 felony; and failure to appear, a …read more.

AKRON – Mallory Eaton is stepping away from Tippecanoe Valley volleyball after seven seasons.

  SYRACUSE — The only political fight taking place in Syracuse is Republican incumbent Paula Kehr-Wicker facing off against Democratic challenger Tim Yeager for the Syracuse Clerk-Treasurer’s position. Syracuse Town Councilmen Tom Hoover, reprensenting District 3; Larry Martindal, representing District 4 and Bill Musser representing District 5 are all running unopposed. The Mail-Journal recently asked both …read more.

A view of Medtronic offices in Warsaw. WARSAW — A spokesperson for Medtronic confirmed plans by the company to move some of its jobs in Warsaw to other plants. Medtronic is transitioning some manufacturing from the facility in Warsaw, Ind., to other Medtronic manufacturing facilities within its operations network, said Michelle Claypool, senior principal communications …read more.

Not a flake of snow has fallen in northern Indiana (yet), but a pair of girls basketball contests already have alterations.

PACKERTON — A camper fire in Packerton around midnight Tuesday left one man dead. Fire fully engulfed a small camper trailer, which was located next to a mobile home at 8031 S. Thomas Drive, a block east of Packerton Road. Kosciusko County Coroner Tony Ciriello confirmed a man died in the fire, but was not …read more.

Editor’s note: Pierceton changed its trick-or-treat hours to Friday, Nov. 1 from 6-8 p.m. Look for an updated list of complete trick-or-treat hours later today. WARSAW — Due to forecasted inclement weather, Bourbon, Warsaw and Winona Lake have moved trick-or-treat hours to Friday, Nov. 1. Bourbon Clerk/Treasurer Kimberly Berger said she received calls from town …read more.