MENTONE — The following are news items for the week of Oct. 28 – Nov. 1 from Bell Memorial Public Library. Euchre Club will meet at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28, in our large conference room. The Library Board will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28. Board meetings are open to the public and …read more.

It’s always interesting who you might run into at an airport — especially a military airport. That was the case for Bill and Helga Curts, of Chapman Lake, on Oct 2. Bill is a Vietnam and Korea veteran and the couple had stopped at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland with plans to catch a …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.

INDIANAPOLIS — Attorney General Curtis Hill is warning Hoosiers to take precautions in order to avoid becoming victims of Medicare-related scams. The open-enrollment period for Medicare coverage in 2020 is Oct. 15, 2019, to Dec. 7, 2019. Hill’s office gave recommendations to avoid scams this open-enrollment season: • Government agencies will rarely if ever, call …read more.

BOURBON — Triton came away empty-handed in four trips inside the red zone, suffering a 21-8 loss to visiting Northfield in Sectional 44 action Friday.

NAPPANEE – NorthWood had its way with Wawasee, 49-3, in the Class 4-A Sectional 19 opener Friday night.

INDIANAPOLIS – NorthWood’s doubles team of Jack Wysong and Landon Holland saw its season end at the IHSAA State Quarterfinals.

SOUTH BEND – Tippecanoe Valley fended off South Bend Washington, 19-14, to win the Class 3-A sectional football opener Friday night.

WARSAW — A large crowd of people descended on downtown Warsaw for the annual Spooktacular Friday night, Oct. 25. Retailers and other groups provided oodles of candy for those who filed through long lines along part of Center and Buffalo and streets and inside the city hall parking lot. Warsaw Community Development Corporation, in partnership …read more.

MERRILLVILLE — NIPSCO, a subsidiary of NiSource Inc., and EDP Renewables SA, through its fully owned subsidiary EDP Renewables North America LLC, have executed a Build and Transfer Agreement that will bring the 302 megawatt Indiana Crossroads Wind Farm to White County. The wind farm is anticipated to be constructed and operational in 2021. “It’s …read more.

Jerry Searfoss, 74, of Syracuse, passed away on Oct. 16, 2019, at his home. He was born on March 25, 1945, in Syracuse, to Alva and Eva (Ritter) Searfoss. He was a veteran of the US Army, having served in Vietnam. On Dec. 27, 1980, he married Kathy Shidler who survives. He was a retired …read more.

PLYMOUTH – Indiana State Police Superintendent Douglas Carter recently announced the reclassification of Master Trooper Jason Faulstich to the position of detective. Faulstich will serve in the Intelligence and Investigative Technologies, Cyber Crime and Investigative Technologies Section. He earned his assignment to Investigations through the completion of written testing and a competitive interview process. Faulstich, …read more.

Carolyn L. “Ginger” Hunter Heeter, 83, of Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 9:36 a.m., Thursday, Oct.r 24, 2019, at Wynnfield Crossing of Rochester. On June 24, 1936, Carolyn L. Castleman was born in Fulton County.  She was the second daughter of  Vernon and Gladys Garner Castleman. Growing up, …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 1:03 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, 3300 block East CR 700S, Claypool. Officers investigated a report of theft and a protective order violation. 10:40 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, 200 block West School St., Leesburg. Dollar General reported theft. 4:43 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23, …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 3:49 a.m. Friday, Oct. 25, South SR 15, south of West CR 400S, Warsaw. Driver: Thomas M. Ogden, 60, Elmwood Drive, Wabash. Ogden was traveling north on South SR 15 when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $2,500. 9:19 p.m. …read more.

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

NORTH MANCHESTER — Manchester University is moving ahead with plans to launch a Master of Science in Nutrition and Nutrigenomics. Nutrigenomics studies the relationship between a person’s DNA, nutrition and health. “MU is building on its track record as the first university in the nation to offer a master’s degree in pharmacogenomics,” said Manchester University …read more.

FORT WAYNE — A local climate advocacy group is applauding US Sen. Mike Braun for helping create a bipartisan climate caucus. The Indiana Senator worked with Sen. Chris Coons (R-DE) to form the bipartisan Senate Climate Solutions Caucus. Earlier this week, the Fort Wayne chapter of Citizens’ Climate Lobby commended Braun on the effort. The two …read more.

WARSAW — A Kosciusko County Grand Jury that reviewed circumstances in the fatal pedestrian accident on Husky Trail earlier this year has decided not to indict the motorist involved in the accident. On June 10, Gidieon Cook, 8, was struck and killed while attempting to cross Husky Trial in front of Harrison Elementary.  Cook, who …read more.

WARSAW — Attempts to complete road maintenance on Provident Drive in Warsaw last Sunday did not work out because of weather, so the work has been rescheduled for Saturday, Oct. 26. The second half of the “micro sealing” work will be completed Saturday, according to a news release from the city.  The road will remain …read more.

WARSAW — ACTS — Allowing Christ To Shine — is hosting its eighth annual Christian concert on Monday, Nov. 4.  ACTS is excited to bring Newsboys United and their Greatness Of Our God tour to the Warsaw Community High School gymnasium.  This is a benefit concert and part of the proceeds go toward supplying food …read more.

Beverly Sue Holcomb 77, Rochester, passed away at 11:01 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019, at her residence. She was born on Sept.1,1942, in Logansport, the daughter of George Alvin and Donna (Simpson) Carlson. She married Jackie “Tex” Holcomb on May 9, 1964, in Logansport, Indiana. Beverly retired from Kroger after working there for over fifteen …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accident: 7:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, West Old Road 30 near West Hoffer Road, Atwood. Driver: David E. Carpenter, 60, West Clay Street, Bourbon. Carpenter was driving his vehicle east on West Old Road 30 when a deer entered the roadway. Damages …read more.

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

Garould Eugene O’banion, age 54, of Warsaw, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2019, surrounded by his loving family at home. A longtime resident of the Goshen community, and later relocated to Warsaw, he was born on November 25, 1964, in South Bend to John E. O’banion and Susan K. (Chrispyn) Turner. Garould has …read more.

WARSAW — During the Vietnam War, a Stand Down was a time away from the battlefield when soldiers could rest from combat and take care of personal hygiene, eat warm meals, receive medical and dental care and enjoy the camaraderie of battle buddies in a safe environment. Today a Stand Down refers to a community-based intervention …read more.

WARSAW — Heavy rains are predicted for Saturday and a few flurries are possible on Halloween night, the National Weather Service said. The forecast for Friday includes cloudy and cool conditions. The high will be 52 and the overnight low will be 36. Showers are expected to begin by late Saturday morning and the forecast …read more.

Carolyn Varab, 70, of Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 10:45 p.m., Monday, Oct. 21, 2019, at Aperion Nursing Home in Peru. In Tacoma, Washington, on Aug. 15, 1949, Carolyn Ann Keb was born. She was a cherished daughter of Albert Richard and Eileen H. Thompson Keb. Growing up, …read more.

ROCHESTER — On Oct. 11, 2019, Mr. Burns S. Becht took a knee and left the playing field, the end of a generation, but not the end of his impact on legions.  In Elkhart, on Aug. 18, 1931,  Burns Seville Becht was born. He was the treasured son of Burns S. Becht Sr. and Faye …read more.

WABASH — FFW Corporation, the parent corporation of Crossroads Bank, announced earnings for the three months ended Sep. 30, 2019. The three months ended Sep. 30, 2019 represented a return on average common equity of 10.77 percent compared to 10.82 percent for the three month period ended Sept. 30, 2018. The three months ended Sept. …read more.

SILVER LAKE — U-Haul Company of Indiana, Inc. recently announced that Kerlin Motorsports has signed on as a U-Haul neighborhood dealer to serve the Silver Lake community. Kerlin Motorsports at 9910 S. SR 15, Silver Lake, will offer U-Haul trucks, trailers, towing equipment, moving supplies and in-store pick-up for boxes, said a news release from …read more.

NAPPANEE – Caroline Mullet has become the difference maker for the NorthWood volleyball program.

NAPPANEE – Maddy Payne decided Bethel University will be her next stop after signing to continue her academic and volleyball careers.

WINONA LAKE – LCA’s Parker Stewart was chosen as the NISC Player of the Year.

*WARNING: The following article contains information that may not be suitable for all readers.* WARSAW — A Lakeville man who admitted to engaging in sex with a female relative received a suspended sentence in Kosciusko Superior Court Thursday, Oct. 24.  William Glenn Davis, 54, 23095 Tyler Road, Lakeville, pleaded guilty to promoting prostitution, a level …read more.

Betty L. Tricker, 66, Leesburg, passed away at 9:36 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, SR 13 and CR 500N, North Webster

WINONA LAKE — Grace College and Mission Point Community Church will facilitate the tenth annual Supermarket Sweep on Wednesday, Oct. 30, at Owen’s Market, 2211 E. Center St., Warsaw. The community is invited to participate by shopping for items between 10 a.m. and 11 p.m. Grace volunteers will provide grocery lists and collect the items …read more.

Alma Hershberger, 76, Nappanee, passed away at 11:10 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2019, at her residence, after a five year illness. She was born July 14, 1943, in Bremen to Menno and Magdalena (Borkholder) Kaufman. She was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. She was a lifetime resident of the Nappaneea and Bremen …read more.

Louis Daniel Egenlauf, 85, Bremen, passed away at 10:42 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2019, in his home surrounded by family. He was born on Jan. 22, 1934, in Coraopolis, Penn. to James Michael and Eveline (Dunlap) Egenlauf. He was preceded in death by his parents and 15 siblings. He moved to Chicago in 1959, where …read more.

Frances M. (Sensibaugh) Mark, 88, Plymouth, passed away at 2:32 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2019. She had been at Life Care Center, Rochester, where she had been in declining health. On Jan. 1, 1931 in Valparaiso, Indiana she was born to Lester Sensibaugh and Mary (Schultz) Sensibaugh. Frances had lived most of her life in …read more.

Carolyn Varab, 70, Rochester, passed away at 10:45 p.m., Monday, Oct. 21, 2019, at Aperion Nursing Home of Peru. In Tacoma, Wash. on Aug. 15, 1949, Carolyn Ann was born to Albert Richard and Eileen H. Thompson Keb. Growing up, she shared her childhood with four sisters and three brothers. Carol Varab is lovingly remembered …read more.

Carolyn L. “Ginger” Hunter Heeter, 83, Rochester, passed away at 9:36 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019, at Wynnfield Crossing of Rochester. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 7:46 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, 200 block Main Street, Warsaw. An inmate at the Kosciusko County Jail assaulted another inmate.  Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incident: 11:03 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23, 100 block Buffalo Street, Warsaw. Ricky Hite …read more.

Barbara Brookins-Prater, 84, Grace Village Retirement Community, passed away quietly at 3:34 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019. She was the daughter of the late Gail R. and Iva L. (Bowers) Hidy and was born in Wabash on May 16, 1935. She spent most her youth in the North Manchester area, graduating from Central High School …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 5:54 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, SR 19, south of West CR 250N, Etna Green. Driver: Amee M. Amburgy, 32, 11th Street, Rochester. Amburgy said she was traveling north on SR19 and there was a deer lying in the roadway. Amburgy said she …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Board of Realtors (KBOR) recently presented Habitat for Humanity of Kosciusko County a check for $3,180. The funds were raised from sponsorships and runner fees for the 5th Annual 5K Build A Home-Run held at the Trails of Winona Lake, said a news release from the Kosciusko County Board of Realtors. …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles announced today most branches will extend hours of operation on Monday, November 4 and Tuesday, November 5. Branches in counties holding elections in the November general election will be open to issue ID cards and driver’s licenses to be used for identification at a polling place. Branches …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko Human Resources Association will host Tim Shurr on Nov. 7 at their Fall Member Appreciation Seminar. Shurr will speak to the “5 Secrets for Creating Mesmerizing Influence,” according to a news release from KHRA. Shurr, MA, is an Award-Winning Leadership Trainer, Success Strategist, Mind Coach and Author of several books including “Get …read more.

Grace sports results for Wednesday, Oct. 23.

SYRACUSE — A second man was arrested in connection with a firearm theft that occurred in June. Chris Jerry Shreve II Chris Jerry Shreve II, 44, 52723 Hastings St., South Bend, was recently charged with one count of theft of a firearm, a level 6 felony, according to court documents. Shreve was arrested on a …read more.

WARSAW — Fall property taxes for Kosciusko County will be due Nov. 12, for 2018 payable 2019 tax payments. Only one tax bill is mailed each year which includes both the spring and fall installment coupons. If you have a mortgage escrow to pay taxes, you will get a tax bill copy for your records with the …read more.

Darrell L. Walker, 70, Larwill, passed away at 6:50 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, in his home where he has lived for over 30 years. He was born on Nov. 19, 1948, to Walter and Beatrice (Knigge) Walker in Wheelersburg, Ohio. He was a US Army veteran as a SP4 5930 Signal Division during Vietnam …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Grace College Worship Arts program welcomes two-time Grammy award-winning jazz bassist John Patitucci to campus on Friday, Nov. 8, to speak at chapel and perform an evening concert.  Patitucci will speak at chapel at 10:30 a.m. in the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center, 610 Wooster Road, Winona Lake, according to a news …read more.

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

Small Claims The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Douglas A. Stump v. Lou Ann Agler and Tim Grevenstuck, $4,094 Helvey & Associates v. Nancy Austin, $1,952.83 Joel Miller, $1,550.89 Snow & Sauerteig LLP v. Judy Baker, $765.76 Shannon Brody, $443.84 Laura Castro, $5,224.76 Kapen …read more.

Harry J. Meadows, 70, Mentone, passed away at 5 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2019, in Mason Health Care and Rehabilitation, Warsaw. He was born Nov. 24, 1948, in Clell, Va. to William and Sarah Meadows. He was married to Bernice Jackson on July 21, 1967 in Honaker, Va. He attended Grundy High School in Grundy, …read more.

WARSAW — The Builders Association of Kosciusko-Fulton Counties awarded Coplen Construction Inc. the 2019 People’s Choice Award for the 33rd annual Homes on Parade. Coplen Construction’s custom home was a crowd favorite, claiming 45% of the total votes. 2019 marks Coplen’s fifth win for the coveted award since 1987. Coplen Construction was one of six …read more.

AKRON — The Tippecanoe Valley Soils 4-H Team finished second in the state to earn a trip to a national contest in Oklahoma next May. On Oct. 19, the Tippecanoe Valley Soils Teams competed in the state contest in Adams County. Valley had both an FFA team and a 4-H team. The 4-H team members …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 3:41 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23, 4500 block West CR 400N, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of invasion of privacy.   Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incident: 12:57 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20, 200 block South Huntington St., Syracuse. …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 4:35 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, South Packerton Road near East CR 600E, Warsaw. Driver: John J. Rheinheimer, 29, Wooster Road, Winona Lake. Rheinheimer was driving his vehicle north on South Packerton Road when a deer entered the roadway. Damages up to …read more.

WARSAW — Pathway Church is hosting an annual Trunk-n-Treat event from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26. There will be games, refreshments and lots of candy. Pathway Church is located at 2402 W. Old Road 30, just east of CCAC. For more information, call the church office at (574) 267-7983 or visit their website.

Thomas D. “Tom” Mehl Sr., 85, Milford, passed away at 1 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, at his home. He was born on May 20, 1934, in Middletown, Ohio to Douglas A. and Elda (Smallwood) Mehl. He attended Cromwell High School and lived most of his life in the Cromwell, Ligonier, Syracuse, and Milford …read more.

Glen R. Miller, 68, Milford, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, at home. He was born on Sept. 14, 1951, the son of Eldon J. and Mary L. (Chupp) Miller in Elkhart County. On Nov. 14, 1970, he married Denise Kay Ingle; she survives. He was a very hard worker and drove truck for …read more.

CULVER – Triton returns to the regional round for the fifth time in six years, but with a completely different look.

OSSIAN – NorthWood is among a star-studded Class 3-A Norwell Volleyball Regional this weekend.

INDIANAPOLIS – NorthWood’s Jack Wysong and Landon Holland will compete in this weekend’s IHSAA Tennis State Finals in the doubles tournament.

WARSAW — Lake City Bank announced that Cindy Montel has been promoted to Electronic Banking Officer.  In this role, Montel oversees ATM and debit card production, domestic and international wire transfers and balancing for electronic banking transactions. She has been with the bank for 13 years, said a news release from Lake City Bank. Montel …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Mark Skibowski, Broker/Owner, RE/MAX Lakes and a member of the Kosciusko Board of Realtors (KBOR) recently graduated from the Indiana Association of Realtors (IAR) Leadership Academy. He was honored this week at the Indiana Association of Realtors (IAR) Annual Stakeholder Conference in Indianapolis, said a news release from the Kosciusko County Board of …read more.

NAPPANEE — Panthers senior Kirsten Schrock signed her letter of intent to play for Taylor in a signing ceremony at NorthWood High School Wednesday.

  NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Boy Scout Troop 726 and North Webster Lions Club will present their 11th annual Amazing Haunted House. The Amazing Haunted House will operate from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 25-26, at the North Webster Festival Grounds, 418 W. Washington St. The cost is $5 per person, …read more.

FORT WAYNE – Parkview Field, home of the Fort Wayne TinCaps, was chosen by Stadium Journey as the top Class A ballpark in America.

BREMEN — The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) offers residents a chance to get rid of pills, cough syrup, and other unwanted medications that have been piling up around their homes during the National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. Held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26, the event is one of the few …read more.

PALM COAST, Fla. – The women’s golf team from Grace College won the NCCAA National Championship by two strokes Wednesday afternoon.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce announced Judy’s De Ja Vu is the October 2019 Member of the Month. It carries home decor, antiques and specializes in upcycled furniture pieces. Judy’s De Ja Vu was founded in 2008 by Fred and Judy Clark, lifetime residents of North Webster. Judy has spent her …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Kosciusko County is known for its large number of lakes and home of the headwaters of the Tippecanoe River. Because of this there is a necessity to have emergency personnel trained for any type of water rescue and even recovery. There are two active dive teams — Warsaw Dive Team, comprised of …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Community Foundation recently awarded $10,000 to Hoosiers Feeding the Hungry. The first $5,000 came from the Carl N. Wendel Fund. The additional $5,000 came from the Kosciusko REMC Operation RoundUp Fund. Both are component funds of the Foundation, said a news release from Hoosiers Feeding the Hungry. These funds will …read more.

WINONA LAKE — In order to meet the growing demands for special education teachers across the nation, Grace College is introducing a new online program. The Intense Intervention Graduate Licensure Program will allow students to add the knowledge and skills necessary to interact and educate those with significant disabilities. Completion of this 15-hour program will …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s annual fall lamppost decorating contest brought a festive air to the town of Syracuse, with 17 businesses participating this year. Judging occurred Wednesday, Oct. 16, and was completed with the help of Facebook and Instagram likes. Chamber Executive Director Renea Salyer stated she posted photos of each display on …read more.

PIERCETON — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 1048 S. CR 325E, Pierceton. Buster We like big mutts and cannot lie. You other puppers can’t deny. When a dog walks in as big as a horse, of course you get really excited to pet a doggo. …read more.

WARSAW — 1Eighty Design, a leading local provider of web design for businesses throughout the Kosciusko County area, recently announced the business’ rebrand to 1Eighty Digital. The comprehensive rebranding elevates the company’s focus to include customized digital marketing solutions for small and mid-sized businesses. 1Eighty Digital’s unique blend of innovative web design combined with expert …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 8:01 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23, North Fox Farm Road, near North CR 150W, Warsaw. Drivers: Matthew D. Tedesco, 25, East Deerwood Court, Warsaw; and Lee M. Wahl, 40, Country Club Road, Warsaw. Tedesco was traveling south on CR 150 when he pulled …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation recently opened two new trails on its Syracuse Lake Preserve property located at the confluence of Syracuse Lake, Bonar Lake, Mud Lake and Lake Wawasee. Funding for the creation of the trails and trail signage was provided by a grant from the Harkless Foundation. Parking is available just south …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Lakeland Christian Academy held its annual Fall Sports Awards ceremony Tuesday evening.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Town Council learned it had a $200,000 grant at its meeting on Tuesday evening, Oct. 22, at the North Webster Community Center. Council also passed its annual budget in the amount of $1,702,909. CEO and president of K21 Foundation Rich Haddad visited to explain that the board of K21 Heath …read more.

SYRACUSE — Travel Lite RV, 110 Innovation Blvd., Syracuse, is back in operation, but currently on a smaller scale, at least for the time being. Dustin Johns, president and chief executive officer, noted the company is undergoing a restructuring and reorganizational process. “We’re up and running slowly. We’re building units now with more in the …read more.

  MILFORD — Area libraries, city departments, churches and civic organizations will provide a wide variety of Halloween and fall harvest activities for kids and families. The communities of Syracuse, North Webster and Milford have all announced their official trick-or-treat hours will be 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31. Other events: Friday, Oct. 25 …read more.

All-conference lists in cross country for the Northern Lakes, Three Rivers and Hoosier North Athletic conferences.

NORTH WEBSTER — A North Webster man who refused to pull over for a traffic stop, led police on a chase and is now facing multiple charges. Marco Antonio Montalvo Jimenez III, 35, 221 E. Main St., North Webster, is charged with resisting law enforcement, a level 6 felony; operating a vehicle as a habitual traffic …read more.

Thomas D. “Tom” Mehl, 85, Milford, passed away at 1 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, at his home. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse

Robert James Carr, 94, North Webster, passed away at 2:05 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, at Mason Healthcare & Rehab in Warsaw. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, SR 13 and  CR 500N, North Webster

SYRACUSE — Workers for Selge Construction, Niles, Mich., have completed prep work and are working to create the base for the concrete sidewalk on the new Conklin Bay Trail. Work is currently taking place in front of the Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation’s Levinson-LaBrosse Lakes & Wetlands Education Center on SR 13. Officials with Selge said …read more.

By Darla McCammon If you have ever seen a work of art by the great Dutch artists, especially those done by Rembrandt, then you will appreciate the paintings wrought carefully and imaginatively by an artist who grew up in Warsaw: Steve Creighton. I have long admired his expertise and the excruciating detail Creighton puts into …read more.

Garould E. O’banion, 54, Warsaw, passed away, 5:35 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, in his residence. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 8:27 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22, 3700 block North Barbee Road, Warsaw. KCSO received report of a vehicle reported to have been damaged overnight. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22, 300 block Main …read more.

ROCHESTER — Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the woods … Fulton County Historical Society will host its 14th annual Haunted Woods Trail on the grounds of the Fulton County Museum located at 37 E. 375N, on the west side of US 31 four miles north of Rochester. “Partially guided …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 5:34 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21, Defreese Road, east of EMS D18 Lane, Milford. Driver: Charles R. Doss, 17, North CR 200E, Milford. Doss lost control of his vehicle and struck a parked, unoccupied pickup truck. Damage up to $25,000.  Warsaw Officers with …read more.

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

FORT WAYNE — In a recent opinion piece, Indiana Congressional Representative Jim Banks responded to comments made by Democratic presidential hopeful Beto O’Rourke regarding First Amendment rights. In a televised town hall, CNN’s Don Lemon asked O’Rourke if he thinks religious institutions like colleges, churches, charities should lose their tax-exempt status if they oppose same-sex …read more.

Anna Louise Kline, 74, North Manchester, passed away October 21, 2019 at her residence at 10:10 p.m. On June 2, 1945, she was born in Warsaw, to William and Lula Mae (McCane) Rutherford. Faith had always been the cornerstone of Anna Kline’s life. She passed the importance of religion on to her family, especially her …read more.

Carolyn Varab, 70, Rochester, passed away at 10:45 pm., Monday, Oct. 21, 2019 at Aperion Nursing Home of Peru. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.