Jerry Clase WARSAW — Longtime Kosciusko County Animal Control Officer Jerry Clase has resigned. County Administrator Marsha McSherry confirmed on Tuesday that Friday, Oct. 11, was Clase’s last day in that role. Clase served as the animal control officer for about 30 years and during that time was the subject of numerous complaints. In 2010, …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 9:51 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15, 1900 block South CR 400W, Warsaw. Report of battery was investigated.  Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incident: 3:06 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14, 300 block East Catherine Street, Milford. Officers investigated a report …read more.

PULASKI COUNTY — A home for retired research monkeys in the middle of Pulaski County is expanding.

WARSAW — Police responded to a two-car accident that resulted in an apparent injury on Highlander Drive, north of CR 200S early Wednesday morning, Oct. 16. The accident happened at about 6:30 a.m., and left one of the two vehicles on its side. An InkFreeNews reader was on the scene and took photos. Bethany Cingel …read more.

WARSAW — Main on Main Improv Troupe will return for another comedy show at Wire and Steam Coffee Company in Warsaw on Thursday, October 24. Main on Main performs improvised comedy, meaning all their scenes and games are made up on the spot in front of the audience. Improv comedy relies heavily on audience participation. …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER – Syracuse’s Jamie Salazar was elected into the Manchester University Hall of Fame over the weekend.

Pallbearers carry the casket of Al Rovenstine following a funeral service at the Atwood Community Center Tuesday. InkFreeNew photo by Dan Spalding. ATWOOD — Kosciusko County’s longest-serving sheriff was remembered Tuesday for his calm demeanor, his ability to connect with people and a desire to solve problems. Cassius Alan Rovenstine, whose last name has been …read more.

Syracuse — Heidi Blake, program director for the Kosciusko County Tobacco Free Coalition came before the Syracuse Town Council to ask about a Tobacco Free Air ordinance during the council’s regular meeting Tuesday night, Oct. 15. As part of her presentation, she showed the council two zip lock bags with approximately 600 cigarette butts she …read more.

WARSAW — K21 Heath Foundation President and CEO Rich Haddad attended the Warsaw Parks and Recreation board meeting Tuesday, Oct. 15, to discuss potential plans for an ice rink. In September, K21 Health Foundation’s announced plans to pledge $1 million toward the construction of an ice skating facility. “There are three areas I want to …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The town council approved the 2020 budget and a proposal for the eastern expansion of the Winona Heritage Trail, Tuesday, Oct. 15. The adopted budget remains the same as the proposed budget that was approved at the Sept. 17 meeting. The budget saw an overall tax rate decrease of 4.6 percent. Town …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools’ Board of Trustees recognized several people, including students, staff and donors, during its regular board meeting on Monday, Oct. 14. To kick off the special recognitions for the evening, Claypool Elementary School Principal Melissa Rees honored Claypool United Methodist Church. Stu Watkins was present at the meeting as a church …read more.

ELKHART COUNTY — A motorist suspected in a pre-dawn hit-and-run accident involving a bicyclist near Nappanee has been arrested. Gerardo Fuentes Cortez, 49, Goshen, was taken into custody Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 15, in connection with the crash. He has been charged with leaving the scene of a serious bodily injury crash. The accident occurred at …read more.

SYRACUSE — During a very brief special meeting Tuesday, Oct. 15, in Syracuse lasting less than five minutes, the Wawasee School Board approved the 2019-20 teacher contract agreement. Jim Evans, director of finances for the Wawasee Community School Corporation, explained a new state law, SEA 390, requires three additional steps in the process to approve …read more.

MILFORD — The cause of a fire that destroyed the home and contents at 305 E. 1150N, Milford, Monday afternoon remains undetermined according to Milford Fire Chief Todd Haines. No one was at home when a fire broke out shortly after noon. The home was occupied by Thomas Crabtree, Tim and Cathy Crabtree. Neighbors saw …read more.

MARSHALL COUNTY — Few details are being released in a Marshall County crash that injured one and killed another person. The accident occurred at 2:08 p.m. today, Tuesday, Oct. 15, on the eastbound lane of US 30 and Plymouth-Goshen Trail. No names are being released at this time as notifications have not been made. Marshall …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Grace’s women’s tennis team earned a wealth of honors from the Crossroads League.

WARSAW — A fatal shooting occurred at Shamrock Village in Warsaw, Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 15 At approximately 1:15 p.m., the Warsaw Police Department was dispatched, along with other first responders, to a call of a gunshot wound at 920 Anchorage Road (Lot 94), according to a news release from Brad Kellar, public information officer with …read more.

ROCHESTER — Twelve jury members and two alternates were selected Tuesday, Oct. 15, in the first day of what is expected to be a four-day trial of Alyssa Shepherd, 25, Rochester. Shepherd is accused of killing three children and severely injuring a fourth in a school-bus related accident that occurred on Oct. 30, 2018. Six-year-old …read more.

SYRACUSE — There will be no more dark parking lot after evening events at the Syracuse Community Center in the near future, with park board members voting to move forward with the lighting project at the Monday, Oct. 14, meeting. Park Superintendent Chad Jonsson shared he’d spoken with Town Manager Mike Noe earlier in the month …read more.

WARSAW — A contentious zoning dispute involving Blue Barn Berry Farm of Syracuse has been resolved. The company had been working through a series of zoning issues since June in an attempt to continue operating as an event venue. Last month, the Kosciusko County Commissioners heard arguments from both sides in the matter of the …read more.

Harriet (Rockhill) Arford, 87, Leesburg passed away at 11:44 p.m., Oct. 14, 2019, in Parkview Whitley Hospital. On Dec. 1, 1931, she was born in Warsaw, to Morrison Albert and Isabel (Hadley) Rockhill. On Sept. 18, 1954, in Warsaw she was united in marriage to Dr. John E. Arford who preceded her on May 16, …read more.

NAPPANEE — One person was transported to Goshen Hospital with injuries following a two-vehicle crash at CR 1350N and CR 700W south of Nappanee at approximately 2:17 p.m. today, Tuesday, Oct. 15. The accident occurred between a GMC truck and a Saturn Vue. The occupant of the Saturn was transported to the hospital with unknown …read more.

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

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department responded to the following accidents: 8:20 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14, North Huntington Street near West High Street, Syracuse. Drivers: Philip R. Graff, 38, 8652 Mayflower Avenue, Pensacola, FL; and Rick L. Gerber, 57, North CR 500 East, Syracuse. Both vehicles were traveling south on SR 13. Graff was …read more.

Helen G. Whetstone, 91, Mentone, passed at 1:45 am, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, in her daughter’s residence. She was born on Aug. 10, 1928, in Bremen, to Howard R. and Mabel L. (Hepler) Kinney. She married on Sept. 4, 1948, to James M. Whetstone, who preceded on Aug. 9, 1994. She was a homemaker. She …read more.

WINONA LAKE – In just its fifth year of existence, Grace’s women’s golf team appeared in the NAIA Top 25 Coaches’ Poll.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community School Board of School Trustees and the Warsaw Education Association recently announced the ratification of a certified teaching contract for the 2019-20 and 2020 21 school years. Highlights of the two-year certified contract include: a $2,800 increase on the base salary for all certified teachers ($1,400 for 2019-20 and $1,400 …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Several news items involving local tennis athletes from NorthWood, Warsaw and Wawasee.

WARSAW — Owners of Boggs Automotive recently acquired the Pit Stop at 1721 E. Center St. in Warsaw. The new owners of the automotive service station are Julie and Andy Tuinstra, who acquired the business from the Silveus family. Julie Tuinstra is the business manager for Boggs Pit Stop. Boggs Pit Stop features automotive repair, no appointment …read more.

WARSAW — A Milford man was recently booked in the Kosciusko County Jail for alleged robbery, intimidation, and battery. Ociel Vallejo Jr, 32, 12656 North CR 250 East, Milford, was charged with robbery with a deadly weapon, a level 3 felony; intimidation with a deadly weapon, a level 5 felony; possession of methamphetamine, a level …read more.

Lois Gulley, 85, North Webster, passed away at 11:50 a.m. on Oct. 10, 2019, at her residence. She was born on June 3, 1934, in Florence, Ala. to Charles and Lola (Hubbard) Freshour. She grew up in Savannah, Tenn. lived in Marion, for 15 years, and moved from Gas City, to the Barbee Lake area …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace Theological Seminary recognized 17 distinguished alumni and friends at the first annual Seminary Reunion and Award Dinner on Oct. 4. All seminary graduates were invited to enjoy food and fellowship while honoring the first group of Seminary Alumni Award Winners. Each of the men and women awarded has advanced the mission …read more.

SYRACUSE — Turkey Creek Township Advisory Board Monday, Oct. 14, unanimously approved Trustee Julie Close’s proposed 2020 budget upon second reading. All fund amounts were adopted without change from those advertised to the public. The amounts for each fund were: • General, $111,700 • Township assistance, $83,000 • Recreation, $15,500 • Rainy day, $20,000 • …read more.

Jimmie L. Shine, 54, Rochester, passed away at 5:52 a.m. Friday, Oct. 11, 2019, at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. He was born Sept. 29, 1965, in Wahiawa, Hawaii, the son of Robert Eugene Shine Sr. and Charlotte (Rose) Shine Bechdolt. He graduated from Tippecanoe Valley High School and later served with the United States Army from …read more.

NAPPANEE — The Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information on the driver and vehicle involved in a hit and run crash that injured a 17-year-old female who was riding a bicycle on CR 7 north of CR 52. While in this area, the female was struck by an unidentified vehicle which was traveling southbound on …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools honored the K21 Health Foundation and 1st Source Bank during a special recognition night at the Oct. 11 football game where the Tigers played Northwood High School. The event highlighted the continued partnership between WCS and both the K21 Health Foundation and 1st Source Bank. Staff from both organizations were …read more.

Kenneth Ray “Kenny” Knisley, 87, Syracuse, passed away at 5 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 14, 2019 at his home. He was born on Jan. 26, 1932, in New Paris to John and Cecil (Strycker) Knisley. He attended New Paris Public Schools and was a Korean War Army veteran. He was married on April 13, 1952, …read more.

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

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department responded to the following accidents: 8:49 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14, East Smith Street near South Bronson Street, Warsaw. Drivers: Hunter D. Littleton, 16, East Lantern Road, Warsaw; and Candace M. May, 36, South Colfax Street, Warsaw. Littleton said he was driving his vehicle out of the Baker Youth …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 11:12 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13, 2400 block West CR 250S, Warsaw.  Judith Kay Shumaker reported a burglary. 5:06 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 13, 4100 block East 300 North, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of burglary. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated …read more.

NEW YORK — Netflix will stop supporting older Roku devices starting Dec. 1, multiple reports indicate. Viewers who don’t have an HDMI TV may be left hanging.

Harold “Curly” N. Schmucker, Sr., 73, of Goshen, died Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, at home after an extended illness. He was born Feb. 4, 1946, in Peru to Noah and Lizzie (Miller) Schmucker. On Aug. 31, 1966, he married Dolores “Dee” Foster in Matawan, New Jersey. She survives along with two sons, Harold N. (Angie) …read more.

Harriet Arford, 87, Leesburg, passed away at 11:44 p.m., Monday, Oct. 14, 2019, in Parkview Whitley Hospital. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

Justin D. Reed, 49, Huntertown, died unexpectedly on Saturday, October 12, 2019. He was born Feb. 15, 1970, in Columbia City, a son of Thomas L. and Phyllis J. (McIntosh) Reed. He graduated from Columbia City High School. He continued his education at Indiana University, receiving a Master’s of Business Administration. He is survived by …read more.

Betty J. Beard, 92, formerly of Columbia City, died at 9:45 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, at Ossian Health and Rehabilitation Center in Ossian where she had resided since January. She was born in Columbia City on Oct. 20, 1926, a daughter of the late Frank S. and Catherine (Miller) Bolyard. A life-long resident of …read more.

Ross “Bud” Alan Snyder, 62, South Whitley, passed away at 4:33 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14, 2019, at his home. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City

Jimmie “Jim” Schinbeckler, 78, Columbia City, passed away at 7:04 a.m., Monday, Oct. 14, 2019, at Parkview Whitley Hospital, Columbia City. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City

Wayne Blakesley, 93, Goshen. formerly of Syracuse, passed away on Oct. 14, 2019, at Courtyard Healthcare in Goshen.  Arrangements are currently pending at Eastlund Funeral Home.

Lois Fay Lawrence, 90, Plymouth passed away surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 8:20 p.m. on Oct.12, 2019, at her home in Plymouth. Born in Phoenix, Ariz. on Jan. 3, 1929, she was a treasured daughter of Matt McDowell and Elizabeth (Hill) Hedgpeth. She was the third oldest of seven Hedgpeth …read more.

Richard (Dick) Allen Irwin was born May 10, 1948, to Dale and Erlene Irwin in Warsaw. He has an older brother Don (also a Vietnam veteran) and three younger siblings Peggy, Keith and Nancy. The family was raised in and around Atwood, when the kids were growing up. The family will receive friends for a …read more.

Jeanne Margaret (Rose) Huber, 73, of Monterey, passed away surrounded by her family on Oct. 11, 2019, following a short illness. She was born April 2, 1946 in Manchester, England, but moved to the United States with her parents at six months of age; growing up in Hessville and graduating from Morton High School in …read more.

Marc A. Kneller, 69, Silver Lake, passed away at 5:28 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 11, 2019, at Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, 4356 N. SR 15, Warsaw

By Darla McCammon An area gallery you would enjoy is the Winona Lake Mount Memorial Hall. This beautifully refurbished building houses the art department where Dave Mitchell earned his art credentials. Mitchell’s drawings and photographs will be featured through Dec. 7. Mitchell is a 1965 graduate of Grace College’s art program. His work will be …read more.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) — A dog appears to be stuck at the top of the Pillsbury Mills plant in Springfield, as of Monday afternoon.

WARSAW — A free legal guidance program titled “Why Do Today What You Can Put Off Until Tomorrow” will be presented from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 17 by elder law attorney Charles Backs at the Center for Healthy Living, inside the YMCA. This free education event on eldercare will give information that is necessary …read more.

NAPPANEE — Kaitlin Troyer, 17, Nappanee, was flown to Memorial Hospital, South Bend, after the bicycle she was riding was struck by a vehicle early Tuesday morning, Oct. 15. The accident occurred at 4:36 a.m. Oct. 15, on CR 7, near Nappanee. Police are searching for a 2011-2014 black Chevrolet Cruze with possible front passenger …read more.

Linda Kay Jacobsen, 71, Yuma, Ariz. passed away at 2:15 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2019, in Yuma. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

CLAYPOOL — The Claypool Lions Club will be selling fish and tenderloin on Saturday, Oct. 19. Food will be availiable for purchase from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. or until sold out. Food is carry out only with sides available, according to a news release from the Claypool Lions Club. The Claypool Lions Club is located …read more.

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SYRACUSE – The Junior Warrior basketball league is preparing for the 2019 winter season.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Plan Commission signed off on final details for a 13-lot subdivision north of Harrison Elementary Monday night. Harrison Lake Development is east of Husky Trail and north of the school. The land is undeveloped and zoned for R2 (residential). The developer, Harrison Lake Development Inc., is from South Bend. The board …read more.

LEESBURG — Revisions were made to the proposed golf cart ordinance at the Leesburg Town Council meeting Monday, Oct. 14. Town Attorney Vern Landis drafted the initial version. Landis was unable to attend the meeting, but Attorney Karin McGrath sat  in for him. “Unfortunately we’ve had some issues in town,” said Council Member Doug Jones. …read more.

PIERCETON — The town council approved the Pierceton Police Department’s plan to begin looking at lowering the speed limit in town and updating traffic ordinances, Monday night, Oct. 14. Pierceton Police Chief Tim Sammons suggested the speed limits on streets maintained by the town be lowered from 35mph to 25mph. Sammons said the reduction would …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Alexa Hill and Lucy Young both earned weekly honors for Grace athletics.

Tania Grimes, director of curriculum, gave a presentation about the English Language program at the corporation. MENTONE — The Tippecanoe Valley School Board awarded the bid for the upcoming softball field project during the meeting held this evening, Oct. 14. Superintendent Blaine Conley announced that RS Miller Construction, Claypool, was the lowest responsive bidder. The …read more.

WARSAW — The season’s first frost advisory has been issued for northern Indiana. Overnight lows are expected to be in the mid-30s Monday night, Oct. 14, the National Weather Service said. The advisory is for portions of northern Indiana, southwest Michigan and northwest Ohio. Frost could kill sensitive outdoor vegetation if left uncovered. Frost will linger until …read more.

WARSAW — Beginning Tuesday, Oct. 15, Aspen Court and Clark Street between Cook and Bronson Streets, will be closed for road maintenance.  Weather depending, work should be completed Thursday night, Oct. 17, according to a news release from the Warsaw Public Works Department Parking on the streets will not be allowed and the roads will …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce received a check for $2,200 from Warsaw Morning Optimist Club for the chamber’s assistance with the recent Optimist golf outing at Tippecanoe Lake Country Club. The money has been earmarked by the chamber board for beautification. President Jim Smith presented the check at the Monday, Oct. …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The town of Winona Lake has been notified that it will receive $192,000 from the Indiana Department of Transportation’s Community Crossings Initiative. The money will go toward milling and resurfacing roads in Winona Lake, according to Town Manager Craig Allebach. On Tuesday, Oct. 15, the town council is expected to give approval …read more.

Kosciusko County The following person was 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 Detention Facility: Marshall County The following people were booked in the Marshall County Jail:

Kosciusko County  Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 7:22 a.m. Monday, Oct. 14, SR 13, north of Grandview Drive, Syracuse. Drivers: Phyllis A. Wilkinson, 87, Wawasee Lane, Syracuse; and Susan K. Haessig, 46, Warner Road, Syracuse. Wilkinson’s vehicle rear-ended Haessig’s vehicle. Wilkinson complained of pain in both knees and her …read more.

WARSAW — “Thanks For Giving” is the theme for Warsaw’s First Friday, Nov. 1. Visitors to First Friday are encouraged to “fill the truck” with donated items. The event is being sponsored by Warsaw’s First Friday and G&G Hauling and Excavating. The items being sought include toiletries, laundry/dish soap, winter wear, baby food/formula, cleaning supplies, …read more.

Kenneth R. Knisley, 87, Syracuse, passed away at 5 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 14, 2019, at his home. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse.

WARSAW — Officer Roy Navarro was invited to present to local human resources professionals at the October meeting of the Kosciusko Human Resources Association. Navarro is a school resource officer with Warsaw Police Department. Navarro spoke to HR professionals on the importance of workplace security and utilizing the ALICE technique practiced by many school systems, …read more.

Valeria Mae “Sis” Laudeman, 85, Bremen, went home to be with the Lord on at 10:30 a.m., Oct. 12, 2019, with her family by her side. She was born to the late Theodore and Berna (Weldy) Hardy on Sept. 12, 1934, in Bremen. Surviving are her children: Debra (Ray) Lester of Bremen; Christina (Luther) Spencer …read more.

Larry D. Losee, 82, passed away Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019 at Creekside Village. He was born on Sept. 19, 1937, to the late Charles and Louise (Stump) Losee. He was a 1956 graduate of Milford High School were he played center on the basketball team. He was honored to be inducted into the Kosciusko County …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — While Wawasee Schools students are off for fall break, they can have fun playing family bingo at North Webster Community Public Library at 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21. It is fun and easy to play for kids of all ages. Multiple rounds are played with each round lasting until everyone bingos. Everyone …read more.

  MILFORD — No one was at home when a fire broke out at 305 E. 1150N, Milford, shortly after noon Monday, Oct. 14. According to the county website, the home is owned by Thomas and Patricia Crabtree. Neighbors saw the fire and notified authorities. Milford Fire Department, with assistance from Plain Township and Turkey …read more.

ROCHESTER — A four-day jury trial for Alyssa Shepherd, who is accused of killing three children and severely injuring a fourth child in a school bus-related accident, is set to begin tomorrow in Fulton County Superior Court. Three of the children, six-year-old twins Xzavier and Mason Ingle; and their sister, nine-year-old Alivia Stahl, died at …read more.

SYRACUSE — One person was transported to a local hospital following a crash on North Indiana Avenue, just south of Wood Street. The accident occurred at approximately 10:35 a.m. Monday, Oct. 14. The crash occurred between a Chevrolet Cruze and Jeep Grand Cherokee. After the initial impact, the Jeep continued northbound, going off the west …read more.

WARSAW — The Beaman Home in Warsaw received some alarming news recently — the nonprofit organization was given notice that federal grant money they receive may be cut by 50-75 percent over the next two years. If the funding cuts do occur, it could potentially amount to a reduction of $100,000 – $125,000 per year …read more.

WARSAW — Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb has declared the week of Oct. 13 be recognized as Indiana Move Over Week. In 1999, Indiana was the first state in the nation to pass such a law requiring motorists to move to an adjacent traffic lane, or reduce their speed by 10 miles per hour below the …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee’s Iron Pride Robotics team hosted its third annual Girl Powered event, “Indiana Gets Girl Powered III,” Saturday, Oct. 12, at Wawasee High School as a part of the global Girl Powered initiative started by the Robotics Education and Competition Foundation. Eleven mentors volunteered their time, experience and expertise to empower the next …read more.

North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following incident: 6:04 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10, 300 block West Crystal Flash Road, North Webster. Officers investigated a report of battery.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 8:36 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13, 3200 block Deerfield Path, Warsaw. Officers …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 1:33 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, East Washington Road, near East Pierceton Road, Pierceton. Driver: John A. Neely, 25, Lark Lane, Warsaw. Neely was traveling west on East Pierceton Road when a deer ran into the side of his vehicle. Damage up to …read more.

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

Wabash — During its Annual Dinner Celebration, Grow Wabash County announced the launch of its “Growth Starts Here” campaign. Over the next four years, Grow Wabash County aims to raise $1 million to help further promote economic development in Wabash County. Parker Beauchamp, chair of the Growth Starts Here campaign and a member of the …read more.

ELKHART COUNTY — A person in Elkhart County, Indiana, is dead after contracting the deadly mosquito-borne virus Eastern Equine Encephalitis, or EEE.

Danny G. Porter, 57, died at 10:01 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11, 2019, from an apparent heart attack while traveling in his vehicle near his home. He was born Aug. 19, 1962, in Marion, a son of Tommy “Tom” G. and Georgiana G. (Heal) Porter. He grew up in South Whitley and graduated from Whitko High School …read more.

Dean F. Lott, 51, South Whitley, passed away Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, at his home. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City

Penny Elaine Long, 74, Wabash, died at 5 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, at her home. She was born April 12, 1945, in Fort Wayne, to Walter E. and Margaret (Elder) Sites. She was a 1963 graduate of Manchester High School. She married Curtis G. Long in Wabash, on Aug. 15, 1992. She worked at …read more.

Thomas Dean Wagoner, Bourbon, passed away too soon at the young age of 73 on Oct. 10, 2019, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center Plymouth. He was born the son of Roland and Bertha (Winger) Wagoner March 19, 1946, at Plymouth. He has been a lifelong Bourbon resident and a Triton School Corporation graduate of …read more.

Helen A. Peterson, 85, Syracuse, formerly of Goshen, died 7:42 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019, at Goshen Hospital. She was born April 15, 1934, in New Paris, to Charles H. and Marie B. (James) Kiefer.  On Jan. 28, 1955, in Elkhart, she married James L. Peterson and he died Oct. 13, 1998. Surviving are daughters: …read more.

Allen A. Woolley, 93, Akron, passed at 11:30 a.m., Friday, Oct. 11, 2019, at Millers Senior Living of Warsaw. He was born on Dec. 27, 1925, in Marshall County, to Robert and Ethel (Anderson) Woolley. He married on Feb. 14, 1946, in Akron, to Lois C. Gray, she preceded on July 29, 2018. He had …read more.

RICHMOND — A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared for a woman from Richmond. The Wayne County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the disappearance of Sommer Michelle Lee, a 30-year-old woman who is 5 feet, 2 inches tall, 180 pounds. She has black hair with brown eyes and was last seen wearing a white shirt. She …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Brackets for the 2019 IHSAA football state tournament were released Sunday evening.

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 — Youth Librarian and Program Director Pam Long was recently recognized for 10 years of service at North Webster Community Public Library. The recognition was announced by Library Director Helen Frank. Long joined the library staff in September 2009. Her 35 years of library experience includes serving libraries in Michigan and Indiana. Her …read more.

WARSAW — Homestead defended its sectional title with a narrow, 1-0 victory over host Warsaw Saturday night.

David J. Beers, 61, Columbia City, passed away Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, at his home. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City,