Steven Randall Wilson, 61, of Wabash, Indiana, died at 11:40 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019 at his home. He was born Feb. 13, 1958 in Marion, Indiana to Frank and Carolyn (Baker) Wilson. Steven was a 1976 graduate of Mississinewa High School. He married Denese Bollhoefer in Gas City, Indiana on Aug. 12, 1989. He …read more.

Alden James Hartz, 81, residing in South Bend, met his heavenly father when he took him by the hand Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019, at his residence. He was born Dec. 6, 1937 in South Bend, to the late Ernie and Amma (Smith) Hartz and has been a lifelong resident of this area. After working as …read more.

SYRACUSE — The forecast for the fifth annual Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation’s Falltastic Trail Walk appears to be perfect for a walk through the trails on the WACF educational property. The temperatures will be in the mid to high 60s. The annual trail walk will be held from noon to 4 p.m. both Saturday, Oct. …read more.

Claribel (Longbons) McIntire, 82, of Logansport passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019 at St. Vincent Heart Center in Carmel. Born on Jan. 9, 1937 in Albion, Illinois, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Margaret (Baxley) Longbons. She was a 1957 graduate of Edwards High School, Albion, Illinois. On Dec. 21, 1958, …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 Correctional Facility:

Developer David Matthews recently shared with me a breakdown of price points for his three types of homes that will be part of the Buffalo Street project. The first phase of townhouses is already under construction. The next step will be a series of mews, smaller homes that will be adjacent the townhouses on the …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw is looking to develop two new trails. One would be along part of Country Club Road on the west side of Winona Lake. The other would be a loop in a privately-owned wetland area between Marketplace of Warsaw and Lake Village Shopping Center. The first step is to conduct …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.

AKRON — Southwood capped off a perfect, 9-0 regular season and 8-0 TRC run with a 21-7 victory at Tippecanoe Valley Friday night.

DUNLAP – Concord survived a big Warsaw comeback to win 34-28 and earn a share of the NLC football crown.

Football results for Friday, Oct. 18.

SPRING ARBOR, Mich. – Grace’s volleyball team continued its late-season surge with a 3-1 victory at Spring Arbor on Friday.

Shane Ingle and Brittany Ingle, parents of the three children who died, talk to the media following the verdict Friday night, Oct. 18. Also pictured is the children’s grandfather, Michael Schwab. InkFreeNew photo by Liz Shepherd. ROCHESTER — After three hours of deliberation, a jury found Alyssa Shepherd guilty on all five counts in the …read more.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incident: 6:07 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16, 400 block Ulrich Drive, Milford. Officers investigated a report of battery.   North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following incident: 1:36 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, 700 block of East Boydston Drive, North Webster. Officers …read more.

WINONA LAKE – A season preview of the Grace College women’s basketball program.

ROCHESTER — Alyssa Shepherd, the driver involved in an accident that left three children dead last year, testified on her own behalf Friday, Oct. 18. The 25-year-old Rochester woman is facing five charges after the Toyota Tacoma she was driving on Oct. 30, 2018, struck four children, killing three after she drove through a bus …read more.

WARSAW — In an effort to advance traffic safety, Warsaw Police will be engaging in an enforcement blitz on US 30 beginning Sunday, Oct. 20. Warsaw police will be increasing patrol for the enforcement of speeding violations, improper lane changes, distracted and impaired driving. They will also be watching for large trucks driving in the …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Attorney General Curtis Hill today announced a settlement involving 41 states and the District of Columbia requiring Johnson & Johnson and its subsidiary Ethicon Inc. to pay nearly $116.9 million for their deceptive marketing of transvaginal surgical mesh devices. A multistate investigation found the companies violated state consumer protection laws by misrepresenting the …read more.

WARSAW — Provident Drive in Warsaw will be closed for micro sealing on Sunday, Oct. 20.  This work is dependent on weather and temperatures. The road will remain closed to through traffic until completion, according to a news release from the city of Warsaw. Access will remain open to medical and care facilities along Provident …read more.

FULTON COUNTY — Jacob Howard, 32, 9432 W. 525N, Rochester, has been arrested on initial charges of intimidation, resisting law enforcement and unlawful use of body armor. Officers from the Indiana State Police, Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, Kewanna Police Department and Rochester Police Department responded to Howard’s residence at 12:25 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, on …read more.

Bud Willoughby Long (Kuntz), 67, Fort Wayne, formerly of Bremen, passed away at 10:11 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019, in University Park Health & Rehab of Fort Wayne. He was born on July 15, 1952, the son of the late Luke and Anna Kuntz. He is survived by four children: Rodney (Gail) of Bend, Ore.; …read more.

Jerry Wayne Needler, 73, New Paris, died 10:20 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019, at his home. He was born Aug. 29, 1946 in Bluffton, to Ernest E. & Edna (Blanchard) Needler. On May 30, 1986, he married Vivian (Scarbeary) Needler. Surviving are his wife, Vivian, New Paris. Jerry was a salesman in the agriculture business. …read more.

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

LEESBURG — Clunette United Methodist Church will host its annual Trunk or Treat and Fall Party from 6:30-8 p.m.  Wednesday, Oct. 30. Children are encouraged to come dressed in costume to collect treats from the trunks and truck beds around the church parking lot, and then stick around for lots of Fall-themed fun. Included will be …read more.

ASASIF, EGYPT — Archaeologists have found more than 20 ancient wooden coffins near the Egyptian city of Luxor, the country’s antiquities ministry says.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Zion Evangelical Luther Church has commissioned an anthem in honor of long-time Zion organist Robin Gratz. It will be premiered at Zion, 113 W. Main Street, North Manchester, at 9 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 27, at 9:00 a.m. Robin and his wife, Fran, will join the congregation and other friends for the premiere, …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Just after 10:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 18, first responders were called to 7439 East CR 1050S, South Whitley, for a house fire. According to the Beacon system, the home belongs to Jerry and Lana West, South Whitley. It is unknown how the fire started or if anyone was injured. A large section …read more.

WASHINGTON D.C. — U.S. Reps. Jim Banks (R-Ind.-03) and Susie Lee (D-Nev.-03), both members of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, introduced the bipartisan Student Veteran Protection Act on Friday, Oct. 11. The bill would change how GI Bill overpayments are reimbursed by making schools, not student veterans, responsible for reimbursing the Department of Veterans Affairs …read more.

WARSAW – Indiana Relators has closed the books on August, releasing their summary of existing-home sales from the eighth month of 2019. Existing homes include single-family, townhomes, condos, and co-ops, according to a news release from Kosciusko Board of Realtors. “Existing-home prices increased at the statewide level again in August, making it 93 months in …read more.

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

WARSAW — Funkdafied Wrestling Federation will celebrate its sixth year of entertaining the Warsaw area with the finest in Professional Wrestling this Saturday, Oct. 19 at Funkamania XVII. Local and regional wrestlers will be strapping up their boots and entering the squared circle to battle for glory, championships, and to settle heated feuds.  The action …read more.

SOUTH BEND — You have the chance to get your hands on Billy Joel tickets at Notre Dame Friday morning.

WINONA LAKE — Hallie McGlaun, a senior agribusiness major at Grace College, recently concluded an eight-week internship in which she spearheaded the creation of an agriculture asset map for Kosciusko County. McGlaun worked with the Kosciusko County Community Foundation, Kosciusko County Economic Development Corporation, and the local Purdue Extension to conduct research and built relationships …read more.

GOSHEN — The Lady Tigers made quick work of Concord for the second time in a week, 25-11, 25-15, 25-13, to advance to the Goshen Sectional semifinals Saturday.

Warsaw  Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 2:07 a.m. Friday, Oct. 18, North CR 100E, north of Pound Drive, Warsaw. Driver: Matthew G. Stollar, 26, Westwood Street, Warsaw. Stollar’s vehicle struck a deer. Damage up to $2,500.  6:16 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, US 30, east of Old Road 30, Warsaw. Drivers: …read more.

Gwendolyn Kay Souza, 74, Etna Green, passed away peacefully Oct. 12, 2019, surrounded by her loving family. She was born Gwendolyn Kay Petty to the late Oscar Andrew (Junior) and Katy Juanita (Nita) Petty, June 9, 1945, in Dallas, Texas. Gwen attended North Dallas High School. She is survived by four daughters: Nita Sue (Ted) …read more.

WABASH — The Honeywell Center has announced three new shows coming to the Ford Theater stage: The ELVIS Tribute Artist Spectacular, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and A Grand Time Through the Years. The ELVIS Tribute Artist Spectacular is a concert celebrating the greatest entertainer of all time. The show will begin with music from the …read more.

Stanley D. Hite, 54, passed away at home unexpectedly after lengthy medical conditions. He was born the son of Dale and Alice Laudanskis Hite on Dec. 14, 1964, in Plymouth. As a lifelong resident, he graduated from Plymouth High School in 1983 and operated Hite Lawn Care of Plymouth for many years. His passion was …read more.

Karen Morrison, 73, Plymouth, died Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019. Arrangements are pending at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home.

NEWBURY, OHIO – Marcus Lowe, a member of the staff at Rabb Water Systems, Inc. in Warsaw, has successfully completed the professional service seminar at Kinetico’s Service Academy, the training arm of Kinetico Incorporated, Newbury, Ohio. Lowe, along with other service professionals working for dealerships across the country, participated in this intensive service training seminar …read more.

SYRACUSE – NorthWood and West Noble punched their tickets to the semi-final with wins Thursday at the Wawasee Volleyball Sectional.

Alyssa Shepherd ROCHESTER — The second day of Alyssa Shepherd’s jury trial was delayed three hours Thursday morning, Oct. 17, after a female juror was excused. The trial was delayed until 11:30 a.m. A reason for the delay was not initially provided; however, it became apparent when the trial resumed and there was one less …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Starting Monday, Grace’s men’s and women’s golf teams will aim for the first national golf championships in school history.

WARSAW — A North Webster man charged with three counts of sexual misconduct with a minor received a 22-year sentence in Kosciusko Superior I Court Thursday, Oct. 17. David Edward Killian, 70, North Webster, was found guilty of the three charges in September, after a two-day jury trial. Sentences for two of the three counts …read more.

WARSAW — A fatal shooting at Shamrock Village Mobile Home Court on Tuesday happened after a man dropped a loaded handgun and tried to catch it in mid-air, causing it to fire, according to court paperwork. Heather Emelio, 34, died at the scene from a single shot to the neck. Kyle David Shaw, 34, who …read more.

Kosciusko County Judgments Small Claims The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Western Property Service v. Avin Artis and Paul Pegues, $2,278.50 Janice Hofts v. Jeremy Coburn and Heaen Tendeziegloski, $4,014.43 Discover Bank v. Penny Cppes, $2,096.10 Mei Zhen and Li Na v. Christine and …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Three members of Grace’s men’s tennis team were recognized by the Crossroads League at the end of the fall season.

Grace College men’s and women’s soccer results for Wednesday, Oct. 16.

WINONA LAKE — Lakeland Christian Academy will host its annual holiday festival of arts and handmade crafts Saturday, Oct. 19. The show will feature local artists and crafters with handmade-only crafts. The show will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the school at 1093 South 250E in Winona Lake. There will be raffles …read more.

On Oct. 15, 2019, at 7:20 p.m. Robert Keith Johnson lost his battle with cancer and went home to the Lord. Robert Keith Johnson was born April 3, 1965, in Elwood, to Raymond Max and Carol (Laster) Johnson. In his time on earth he was active in the union and served as a reserve police …read more.

Jerry Searfoss, 74, Syracuse, passed away on Oct. 16, 2019, at his home. Arrangements are currently pending at Eastlund Funeral Home.

Lorene Gump, 90, North Webster, passed away on Oct. 16, 2019 at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne. \ Lorene Mae Bunn Gump spent her life putting others first. Growing up with six brothers, she was lovingly called “Sis” by both family and friends. She grew up in the Fort Wayne area. She graduated from Central …read more.

Betty Vandegrift, aka Clara Elizabeth (Gongwer) Vandegrift, passed away, at home, in Woodinville, Wash., surrounded by her family, on July 5, 2019. She was born to Ralph Elton Gongwer and Catherine Allston (Livingston) Gongwer, on Jan. 16, 1920, in Billings, Mont. At two years old, she and her parents went, by Model T Ford, from …read more.

MILFORD — The Salt Company, Wawasee Community Bible Church Student Ministry (Grades 7-12), will host the first-ever Give Back event benefitting Harvest Food Pantry, Oct. 27. The Harvest Market Pantry is open to all residents of Milford and serves families in and around the community. This year’s Give Back event will be a Trick-or-Treat serving …read more.

FORT WAYNE — This Saturday from 9am to Noon, the Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michana are co-hosting the 5th annual STEM conference for Girls at North Side High School. Over 20 different careers in STEM will be represented by women local to the Fort Wayne community.

GOSHEN — Kyle Revella has been promoted to the position of Business Lender at Interra Credit Union, Goshen, Mike Blosser, Senior Vice President of Commerical Services, announced recently. He will serve members in the Goshen, New Paris, Millersburg, Syracuse, Ligonier and Topeka markets, working out of the corporate office in downtown Goshen, said a news …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Historical Society paid tribute to Kosciusko County World War II veterans at the Kosciusko County Historical Society Dinner Wednesday, Oct. 16. The 11 WWII veterans in attendance were treated to a program, “Tribute to Our WWII Veterans,” organized and presented by Historical Society Co-Director Sally Hogan. “We really appreciated the …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Boy Scout Troop 726 and North Webster Lions Club will host their 11th annual Amazing Haunted House starting Friday, Oct. 18. The Amazing Haunted House is at the North Webster Festival Grounds. Hours are 7-10 p.m. Fridays, Oct. 18 and Oct. 25, and Saturdays, Oct. 19 and Oct. 26. The …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Whitko Community Schools leaders hosted an informational meeting Oct. 15, at the Larwill Campus to announce a collaborative partnership resulting in the establishment of the Whitko Career Academy: Next Level Education, a learning center for local high school students and adults which promises to have a transformational impact on learning and career readiness …read more.

NAPPANEE — Steven K. Mitchell, 64, CR 27, New Paris, complained of pain to the head following a two-vehicle crash at 2:17 p.m. at CR 1350N and CR 700W, Tuesday, Oct. 15. Mitchell, a passenger in one of the vehicles, was transported by Nappanee EMS to Goshen General Hospital. Benson R. Mitchell, 35, CR 27, …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 11:16 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16, East CR 1000 South near South CR 400 East, Warsaw. Drivers: Kenneth R. Stanton, 49, East 700 South, Claypool; and Heather M. Metzger, 37, East 1000 South, Claypool. Stanton was driving his vehicle north on South CR …read more.

WARSAW — A little known, unofficial holiday helps to kick off the Halloween season for paranormal enthusiasts worldwide — National Ghost Hunting Day. Since 2016, this day has been celebrated with the world’s largest ghost hunt.

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

Frederick D. Wolford, 93, Warsaw, passed away at 9:08 p.m., Monday, Oct. 14, 2019, in Signature Healthcare, Fort Wayne. He was born Nov. 19, 1925, in Warsaw to Leonard and Mary J. (Latta) Wolford. He was united in marriage for 55 years to Marjorie (West) Wolford who preceded him on Aug. 1, 2013. He faithfully …read more.

WARSAW — Ivy Tech Warsaw offering machine tool technology certification path for Warsaw high school students For the fourth year, Ivy Tech Community College Warsaw is hosting a college-based dual enrollment Precision Machining Technology 2 program at the Orthopedic & Advanced Manufacturing Training Center.  The program starts during the fall semester and runs Monday through …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Grace College Department of Languages, Literature and Communication announces the return of Actors From The London Stage (AFTLS) to the Grace College campus this fall. AFTLS’s visit will include a week-long residency and three open-to-the-public performances of William Shakespeare’s beloved comedy, “Twelfth Night” on Oct. 31, Nov. 1, and Nov. 2 …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman crashed her vehicle after an apparent bout of insomnia. At 6:49 a.m, Wednesday, Oct. 16, an officer with the Warsaw Police Department responded to an accident on Highlander Drive near Chickadee Lane, Warsaw. Rosario Herendeen, 50, South Walnut Drive, Warsaw, was driving her white 2019 Nissan Sentra east on Highlander …read more.

Volleyball results for Wednesday, Oct. 16.

  WARSAW — Jeremy Skinner spent as much time Wednesday, Oct. 16, explaining what a residential TIF District is as he did explaining what it was not. Warsaw’s Plan Director led a discussion Wednesday at Eisenhower Elementary in front of a sparse crowd in the first of four public meetings about plans to establish two …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – IHSTECA released its choices for All-District boys tennis Wednesday evening.

ROCHESTER — Nine witnesses testified Wednesday, Oct. 16 in the opening day of testimony in a jury trial of Alyssa Shepherd, who is accused of killing three children after disregarding a bus that had stopped to pick up children outside of Rochester. Among those testifying were Brittany Ingle, the mother of the three children killed …read more.

WARSAW — A kindergarten student exploring engineering skills. Several years ago that would have not entered the thinking of public educators. But not so in today’s public school classrooms where project based learning, teamwork and collaboration, thinking outside the box and solving real world problems are emphasized. And Josh Wall sees it unfold daily. Wall …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Association of Track and Cross Country Coaches announced its selections for Academic All-State for both boys and girls cross country.

SYRACUSE — The forecast for the fifth annual Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation’s Falltastic Trail Walk appears to be perfect for a walk through the trails on the WACF educational property. The temperatures will be in the mid to high 60s. The annual trail walk will be held from noon to 4 p.m. both Saturday, Oct. …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Gov. Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags across the state to be flown at half-staff for Indiana State Trooper Peter “Bo” Stephan.   Flags should be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on the day of his funeral, Friday, Oct. 18, 2019, said a news release from the governor.   Holcomb also …read more.

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

MUNCIE — MutualBank President/COO Patrick Botts passed away unexpectedly Saturday, Oct. 12. Pat leaves behind a wife, Jane, daughter Erica (Jason) Bucholtz, and sons Ben (Jordan) Botts, and Adam (fiancé Taylor) Botts. MutualBank has offices in Warsaw, North Webster and Syracuse A memorial service in Pat’s honor will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. …read more.

SYRACUSE — Jerry L. Wright, 64, North Fourth of July Avenue, Syracuse, was transported to an area hospital for pain in his entire body, following a crash on North Indiana Avenue, south of East Wood Street, Syracuse. The crash was at 10:37 a.m. Monday, Oct. 14. Wright, who was trapped in his vehicle, had to …read more.

Mildred “Millie” V. Dubea, 82, North Manchester, passed away at 1:50 p.m. on Oct. 15, 2019, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. One of five children, she was born in Clinton, on May 24, 1937, to Thomas and Edith Irene (Beard) Kelsheimer. In 1955 she graduated from Clinton High School, Clinton. Years later she …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 10:39 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15, 200 block Main Street, Warsaw. Battery report was investigated.  4:18 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14, 3000 block South CR 175W, Warsaw. Bryan D. Brumbaugh reported burglary.  9:52 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, 7700 block West CR 800N, Nappanee. Tyler …read more.

Tommy Lee Kuntz, 49, Nappanee, formerly of Bremen, passed away at 5:01 p.m., Friday, Oct. 10, 2019, in Goshen Hospital.   He was born on Sept. 2, 1970, in Plymouth, the son of Bud and Brenda (Wiley) Miller. On Jan. 29, 2011, he married Michelle Luce. He is survived by his wife of eight years, …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Patona Bay Marina and Resort was chosen by the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Board of Directors as the September 2019 Member of the Month. It is an authorized Evinrude dealership and a multigenerational family owned local business in the Leesburg area since the 1920s. Brothers George and Robert Paton are the third generation …read more.

Jimmy R. Dawson, 77, Warsaw, passed away unexpectedly just before 4:30 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Warsaw. He was born on March 30, 1942, in David, Ky. He was the son of the late Earl and Josephine (Sparks) Dawson. He was a graduate of Prestonsburg High School and moved to …read more.

Rodney A. Holloway, 36, a resident of Mentone, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, at home. He had struggled with diabetes for nearly twenty years and although his family mourns his death, they are comforted to know there is no more testing, no more waiting for results and no more doctor’s appointments. He …read more.

Sandra Kay Pfaff, known to most as “Sandy,” passed away at 12:43 p.m., Friday, Oct. 4, 2019, in Fort Wayne’s Visiting Nurse Hospice Home. Born on April 3, 1945, in San Francisco, Calif., she was the daughter of the late William Collins and the late Florence (Mikels) (Collins) Denny. She spent most of her childhood …read more.

GOSHEN — Interra Credit Union is holding its annual Fall Food Drive, beginning Thursday and continuing through Oct. 31. Donations of food, personal care items and monetary gifts will be collected and distributed throughout the five-county area served by the credit union’s 15 offices, reports Karen Steffensen, vice president of community engagement. To get the …read more.

Heather Emelio, 34, Warsaw, passed away at 1:17 p.m., Oct. 15, 2019, in her residence. On April 18, 1985, she was born in Bethesda, Md. to Michael Anthony Emelio and Catherine I. Gaskill. A lifetime resident of Warsaw she was formerly employed by Alderfer-Bergan of Warsaw. She is survived by her daughter: Lillian Miller of …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Tigers Pride Marching Band had an eventful weekend. On Friday, Oct. 11, middle school musicians were invited to a music clinic after school. They joined in to learn the excitement of what the high school marching program offers; camaraderie, excitement and performing for crowds. Later that night, the senior band and guard …read more.

PIERCETON —Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League at 1048 S. CR 325E, Pierceton. Taco Did you know that taco cat is taco cat spelled backward? Those types of words are called palindromes. Taco the cat doesn’t seem to care about such things.  He is more interested in getting …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — The Manchester University Monster Mash will be from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30.  Open to children and families, the event gives attendees the opportunity to engage in fun activities on the North Manchester campus, said a news release from Manchester University.   It is free and open to all children …read more.

John Jay Mahler was born in Niles, Mich. Nov. 27, 1945, to Arthur Jay Mahler and Verna Mae (Randall) Mahler. As a youngster, he lived with his parents on Olson Road between Monterey and Leiters Ford. He graduated from Aubeenaubee High School. On Sept. 17, 1965, he married Linda Carl, and together they had six …read more.

Verne Leininger, 80 died Monday, Oct. 14, 2019, at Greencroft Healthcare. He was born April 1, 1939, in Jasper, Mich. to Verne Ernest and Esther (Garner) Leininger. He graduated from Stryker High School, Stryker, Ohio, Manchester College, North Manchester, and Bethany Theological Seminary (1964), Richmond. On June 22, 1963, he married Phyllis Elaine Mahan in …read more.

WARSAW — A Mentone woman was recently arrested and accused of child molestation. Jasmine Davis, 18, 204 North Franklin Street, Mentone, was charged with child molestation, a level 3 felony. On Oct. 9, Child Protective Services notified Warsaw Police after they received information that Davis had had intercourse with a minor sometime in September in Kosciusko …read more.

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

Ross “Bud” Alan Snyder, 62, South Whitley, passed away at 4:33 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14, 2019, at his South Whitley home. He was born on Nov. 24, 1956, in Birmingham, Mich., to the late Ross Albert and Marjorie Mary (Hamlin) Snyder. He grew up in Michigan and graduated from Howell High School with the Class …read more.

Leroy “Buck” Henwood, 79, Syracuse, passed away Oct. 12, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born Aug. 14, 1940, in Syracuse, to Franklin and Norma (Irwin) Henwood. On Jan. 17, 1964, he married Judy Ray who preceded him in 2011. He was a veteran of the US Army. He owned and operated …read more.

Jerry L. Lavine, Sr., 63, Bremen, passed away at 11:08 a.m., Monday, Oct. 14, 2019, in Memorial Hospital. He was born on April 1, 1956, the son of Lyle and Josephine (Walter) Lavine. On July 3, 1975, in Bremen, he married Janice Sears. He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Jan; two …read more.

Connie Sue (Hershman) Simpkins, 69, Argos, passed away at 8:34 p.m., Oct. 10, 2019, at her residences following an extended illness. On Feb. 28, 1950, in LaPorte, she was born to Eugene Hershman and Virginia (Weaver) Hershman. Connie moved to Argos, in 2009, coming from Texas. She spent many years with her Life Partner – Danial …read more.

Linda Kay Jacobsen, 71, Yuma, Ariz., passed away at 2:15 p.m., Oct. 8, 2019. She was born on Oct. 7, 1948, in Warsaw, to Willard Gale and Betty Jane Smith. Prior to moving to Yuma, Ariz. she had lived in Warsaw and Winona Lake. She had worked at Walmart in Yuma for 18 years. She …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 11:54 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15, US 30, west of North CR 350W, Warsaw. Driver: Patricia A. Schwartz, 26, North CR 450E, Leesburg. Schwartz’s vehicle struck a construction arrow board. Damage up to $2,500.  4:47 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15, Old Road 30, west …read more.