NORTH WEBSTER — The 21st Annual Warsaw Friends of NRA banquet and fundraiser will take place Oct. 19, at the North Webster Community Center. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the event includes a hearty sit-down meal catered by Holy Smokes BBQ Company and Chubbies Pub and Grub. A cash bar will also be available. …read more.

Volleyball results for Wednesday, Oct. 9.

DUNLAP – Westview had the scouting report ready in disposing of NorthWood, 3-2, in the Concord Boys Tennis Regional finals.

Naquan Rasheed Williams WARSAW — A Warsaw teen was arrested after allegedly aiding Tuesday morning’s shooter in an attempted robbery. Naquan Rasheed Williams, 17, 515 Sophie Lane, Warsaw, is charged with robbery with a deadly weapon, a level 3 felony; and attempted theft, a class A misdemeanor. On Oct. 8, an officer with the Warsaw …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools held a ribbon cutting ceremony for its newly constructed student activity center this morning, Oct. 9. The Warsaw High School Activity Center, which is located near the Warsaw Area Career Center, includes a 200-meter track, four full multi-purpose courts, bleachers, long jump and pole vault pits and flexible classroom space. …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 10:26 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, SR 14, west of South CR 100E, Silver Lake. Driver: Ellen M. Ferrell, 58, SR 14, Rochester. A deer ran out onto the roadway and collided with Ferrell’s vehicle. Damage up to $1,000.  Fulton County Officers with …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 Corrections Facility: Marshall County The following person was booked in the Marshall County Jail:

BEAVER DAM LAKE — Cindy Gackenheimer has spent years focusing on healing the physical, emotional and spiritual matters in human lives. Now her focus is doing what she can to help the environment. Her focus is protecting butterflies and other pollinators with her “Flutterby Garden.” It all started by accident when they moved to their …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office recently hosted its 7th Annual Law Enforcement Field Day, Sept. 29 and Oct. 6. The event offered training to all area police and sheriff’s departments and was broken into two sessions per day. Officers attending the event received 8 hours of in-service training. The training was held at …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Purdue Extension will offer its “Beef 101” class starting Monday, Nov. 4. The first class will serve as an introduction to the beef industry and management principles. During this time, class materials will be distributed and people will begin to develop their network with other class participants, said a news …read more.

Marjorie Mae Musselman, 88, Wawaka, passed away on Tuesday morning, Oct. 8, 2019, at Northridge Village in Albion. She was born on March 17, 1931, the daughter of Floyd and Gertrude (Rex) Meroney in Ligonier. On Feb. 20, 1953, she married Ross “Max” Musselman; he preceded her in death on Feb. 8, 2015. She is …read more.

ROCHESTER — The recent addition of a 10,000 square-foot airplane hangar is expected to boost the value of Fulton County Airport in a variety of ways. The hangar, constructed during the past 1 1/2 years, is being leased to Wakarusa-based King Aero Aviation Services, an aircraft maintenance company, which took possession Oct. 1. The initial …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community High School orchestra department will present its fall orchestra concert on Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 7 p.m. in the WCHS Performing Arts Center. The concert features several WCS orchestra groups including the philharmonic, sinfonia, sixth-grade orchestra and the Lakeview Middle School and Edgewood Middle School orchestras, said a news release …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information about a person involved in an alleged burglary that occurred on Monday, Oct. 7. Kosciusko County Deputy Justin Smith is seeking the driver of a white Dodge Ram van pictured above. The suspect is described as bald, 6 feet 2 inches tall and 180 …read more.

SOUTH BEND – The South Bend Cubs will have a championship open house on Tuesday, Oct. 22.

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

SYRACUSE — A water main that was broken on Pickwick Drive Tuesday morning, Oct. 8, has resulted in residents in the area of Maple Grove Street to the south end of town being placed under a boil order, including Oakwood Park. The boil order will be in effect until at least mid morning Thursday, Oct. …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was recently arrested after allegedly damaging a vehicle and household items while intoxicated. Dominique Demond Richardson, 28, 620 N. Zimmer Road, Warsaw, is charged with criminal mischief, a class A misdemeanor. On Sept. 30, an officer with the Warsaw Police Department went to a residence in regards to suspicious activity. …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 3:45 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2300 block East CR 600 South, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of criminal mischief. 12:00 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, 300 block East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Ruben Sanchez Vega reported a case of fraud. 5:52 p.m. Monday, …read more.

North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department Investigated the following accident: 6:20 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9, North SR 13 near CR 850 North, North Webster. Drivers: Philip R. Menzie, 68, South Robinson Lake Road, Pierceton; and Sonya R. Wroblewski, 42, South East Street, North Webster. Menzie was driving his vehicle north on SR …read more.

CR 800W was reopened Wednesday, Oct. 9 after a semi tractor-trailer carrying ethanol rolled over and caused a fire on Oct. 3. InkFreeNews photo by Liz Shepherd. ETNA GREEN — As of this morning, Wednesday, Oct. 9, CR 800W, north of Etna Green, was reopened after a semi tractor-trailer carrying over 7,000 gallons of ethanol …read more.

Rhonda Lori King, 57, Columbia City, passed away at 6:04 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2019, at her mother’s home. A gathering of family and friends will be 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11, at DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Dr., Columbia City. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at the …read more.

WARSAW — Meijer donated $1,000 in gift cards for Ivy Tech Community College Warsaw’s Basics Bank, Sept. 30. The Basics Bank is an emergency food and supply pantry that opened in January. The donation was granted in the form of gift cards so Ivy Tech Warsaw can have the flexibility to purchase an assortment of …read more.

Jack D. Walters, 56, Goshen, died 7:40 a.m. Monday, Oct. 7, 2019, at his home. He was born Dec. 21, 1962, in Wabash, to Harold and Deloris (Greer) Walters. On May 28, 1983, he married Tina (Radabaugh) Walters. Surviving are his wife, Tina, Goshen; daughters: Ashley (Derek) Ingle, Dallas, Texas; Andrea Walters, California; Arielle (Tannan) …read more.

Randy Duane Strieby, 68, died Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, in Apollo Beach, Fla., where he lived for 22 years. He was born Feb. 25, 1951, in Warsaw, to Ronald “Buck” Strieby and Bonita Pauline Richards Strieby. He spent most of his life in Syracuse. He graduated from Syracuse Christian High School and served time in …read more.

Arnold A. Friebe, 76, passed away in his home on Oct. 5, 2019, at home. He was born Nov. 27, 1942, to Art Friebe and Emma (Lacher) Friebe in Fulton County. His current residence was Plymouth. He was a Knox High School graduate and Arnold was Union President of Torrington, South Bend and worked in …read more.

Edna Swihart, 82, Plymouth, passed away in Miller’s Merry Manor Nursing Home of Plymouth. She was born the daughter of Lester and Ruth (Tribbey) Goheen at Tyner, on March 20, 1936. She has been a resident of Plymouth since 1955 and was a graduate of Tyner High School. As a homemaker she enjoyed her hobbies …read more.

WARSAW — It wasn’t a perfect start, but the No. 19 Lady Tigers were more than good enough in a 7-1 win over Fort Wayne Wayne at the Warsaw Sectional-opener Tuesday.

NorthWood topped DeKalb 4-1 to advance at the Concord Regional, while Warsaw closed with a 5-0 loss to Peru at the Culver Academies Regional Tuesday.

PIERCETON — The public is invited to attend a free community open house for Koinonia Nature Preserve. The open house is from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20. Koinonia is a 100-acre preserve owned by Manchester University. Over the years, thousands of school children have had the opportunity to visit the preserve. Now …read more.

Volleyball results from Tuesday, Oct. 8.

ADA, Mich. — Led by Payton Kelly’s medalist performance, Grace men’s golf had one of its more complete tournaments of the fall at the Taylor’s Egypt Valley Invitational.

SYRACUSE – Chris Cotton was honored for 25 years of dedication to the Wawasee PeeWee football program in a ceremony Saturday afternoon.

ETNA GREEN — The Etna Green Town Council approved a fee-for-service agreement with the Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation during its monthly meeting tonight. KEDCo Executive Director Alan Tio was present at the meeting and explained the corporation’s plans for business development and financial support to council members. “What we’re looking for is for all the …read more.

SYRACUSE — More than 1,000 students in the Wawasee Community School Corporation have already been served this school year through educational programs presented by the Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation. Pam Schumm, representing the WACF, gave a report to the Wawasee School Board during its regular monthly meeting held Tuesday evening, Oct. 8, in the Pathways …read more.

WARSAW — The future of Warsaw Community Schools’ Gateway Education Center was discussed during tonight’s WCS Board of School Trustees monthly work session. The facility, located at 201 N. Union St., formerly served as Madison Elementary School until 2010. The structure was built in 1955. During the meeting, Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert and WCS Director …read more.

WARSAW — Changes are underway with three hangars at the Warsaw Board of Aviation meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 8. Two hangars are being sold while a third one owned by the airport is being improved. The changes include: Hangar 18H is owned by the airport and used by the Av8r Flying Club, which is seeking …read more.

MILFORD — For two months, meetings of the Milford Redevelopment Commission were dominated by plans for a new business known only as “Project Marine,” which planned to bring 75 new jobs to the area by 2023. At the commission’s Tuesday morning, Oct. 8, meeting, Project Marine’s identity was unveiled. Williamsburg Marine, a startup marine industry …read more.

WARSAW — A Columbia City man faces charges after drugs were discovered in his vehicle during a traffic stop. Tyce James Johnson, 22, 712 Park Terrace Blvd., Columbia City, is charged with dealing in methamphetamine, a level 2 felony; possession of methamphetamine, a level 3 felony; possession of a syringe, a level 6 felony; and …read more.

Toby Joe Yoh, 47, Silver Lake, passed away at 3:30 a.m. Oct. 6, 2019, at his residence. He was born May 27, 1972, in Mountain Home, Idaho to Harold B. and Jilda M. (Searfoss) Yoh. He grew up in Scott, Ohio and Ligonier. He graduated from West Noble High School in 1990, served in the …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The NBA All-Star 2021 Host Committee has launched a million-dollar legacy initiative focused on youth-serving nonprofit organizations across Indiana as part of the NBA All-Star 2021 celebration.

MILFORD — The Monday, Oct. 7, meeting of Milford Town Council saw another episode in the town’s ongoing dispute with property owner Ron Davidhizar. Davidhizar and his attorney, Bill Davis, addressed the council in the hopes of getting relief from fines imposed on several properties in various states of disrepair. The council denied that relief, …read more.

  Brian F. Bensing, 51, North Webster, passed away at 9:07 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 7, 2019, at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw. He was born Oct. 15, 1967, in Fort Belvoir, Va. to William F. and Linda K. (Miller) Bensing. He graduated from Stevenson High School in Livonia, Mich. was currently employed as a …read more.

WARSAW – Satiate your tastebuds while supporting the KC Riley Kids Fund, Saturday, Oct. 19. Cooks Who Care for the KC Riley Kids Fund will be at Center Lake Pavilion, 119 East Canal Street, Warsaw. Doors open at 4 p.m. The event concludes at 8:00 p.m., according to a news release from 107.3 WRSW. This …read more.

WARSAW— A Warsaw man faces charges following an alleged battery incident that left one man with a broken jaw. Bruce Dennis Earl III, 19, 520 N. Park Ave., Warsaw, is charged with battery resulting in serious bodily injury, a level 5 felony.  According to the affidavit of probable cause, on Sept. 19, an officer with …read more.

WARSAW — Due to illness, four-time Boston and New York City marathon winner Bill Rodgers will be unable to attend tomorrow’s convocation and ribbon cutting ceremony at the newly constructed activity center. Instead, Rodgers’ presentation to students and the mile-run to the activity center will take place next Wednesday, Oct. 16. All grand opening and …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 3:01 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7, 100 block EMS W29 Lane, North Webster. Julie A. Fouts reported burglary. A pressure washer was stolen. Value: $300. 4:45 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 3, 8200 block East US 30, Pierceton. Nicole A. Wetli reported theft. Value: $236.37. …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 7:47 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7, South SR 15, north of West CR 1300S, Silver Lake. Driver: Ryan A. Adams, 46, County Road 29, Goshen. Adams was traveling north on SR 15 when  deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $2,500. 3:10 p.m. …read more.

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

By Darla McCammon Dean Jansen has taught himself well. He developed an interest in photography that has led him all over the world in his travels, often accompanied by his wife and three children. His talent has allowed him to capture images that have gained him entry into juried and competitive events. He entered such …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Most of the requests presented to the Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals meeting Tuesday, Oct. 8, were approved with the exception of one denial and two continuances. The sole denial was for a variance request by Julia and David Workman, 8444 E. Lakeview Drive, Syracuse. The request would have permitted the construction …read more.

WARSAW — A spider was apparently the culprit in a traffic accident Monday night that injured three people. The accident happened at the intersection of US 30 and East Old Road 30 at about 7:36 p.m. Monday night, Oct. 7. Samatha Stutzman, 25, of North Manchester said she was driving her vehicle south on East …read more.

SYRACUSE — Mike Noe, Syracuse Town Manager, has just announced a boil order has been issued for certain residents and businesses in Syracuse. The boil order is due to a large water main break on Pickwick Drive. Noe stated the boil order will be for those residents and businesses south of Maple Grove to the …read more.

WARSAW — A suspect is being sought in an overnight shooting in Warsaw that injured two people. At about 12:46 a.m. today, Oct. 8, dispatch received reports of four to five shots fired in the back part of Harrison Ridge, a housing addition off of Husky Trail across from Canterbury House Apartments, according to a …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER —  As it has the reputation of doing, the North Webster community is rallying around one of its own. The benefit bash for Mike Nave will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at the North Webster American Legion Post 253, 756 S. SR 13. The public is invited to attend. The …read more.

SYRACUSE — Work to repair a small water leak on Pickwick Road, Syracuse, has turned disastrous as a main water line has been broken resulting in low pressure or no water to homes and businesses, mainly south of the railroad tracks. Mike Noe, town manager, stated they are working to shut off the water along …read more.

John Emerson Fike, 86, Fort Pierce, Fla., passed away Monday, Sept 16, 2019, with his beloved wife, Carol, at his side. He was born to the late L. Emerson and Mary Fike Jan. 27, 1933, in Illinois. After graduating from Rock Falls High School in 1950, he served in the Army. Upon leaving the military, …read more.

WARSAW —  Warsaw Community Schools are taking precautionary action in light of an apparent overnight shooting somewhere in the Warsaw area. Police are not providing any details but did confirm they are looking for a suspect involved in a shooting. As a result, representatives from the school system issued an announcement late Tuesday morning, Oct. …read more.

Ray Egolf, 75, Warsaw, passed away at 10:50 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, at 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

Steve B. “Fuzzy” Fausnaugh, 72, Fort Wayne, passed away surrounded by his loved ones, Sunday, Oct. 6, 2019, at St. Joe Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born Dec. 4, 1946, the son of Rev. Bernard A. and Ruth I. (Griffin) Fausnaugh at Lucky Hospital in Wolf Lake. Survivors include two daughters: Gina Fausnaugh and …read more.

Jennifer Lynn Fazzini, 60, Rochester, passed away on Oct. 2, 2019, at her home unexpectedly from natural causes. On July 16, 1959, she was born in Cook County, Ill. She was the treasured daughter of Carl Anthony and Sigrid Hanson Fazzini. Growing up she shared her childhood with a brother David. She was the valedictorian of …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 7:36 pm. Monday, Oct. 7, US 30, Warsaw. Drivers: Samantha N. Stutzman, 25, Villa Court, North Manchester; and Cynthia S. Light, 72, Deerfield Path, Warsaw. Stutzman was driving south on Old Road 30 and entered the intersection intending to make a left turn on …read more.

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

Payton Slaymaker CLAYPOOL — A movie night fundraiser is being held from 6:30-9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10, for Payton Slaymaker, who has been diagnosed with a rare brain tumor. To help the family out, an outdoor movie night will be played on a movie screen at the Claypool Elementary School soccer field.  Admission is $4 …read more.

ELKHART — Parents, you may be tired of your kids wanting to play videos games all the time, but there’s a new way for your kids to put the skills to good use! Some local students are now competing on an esports team.

Editor’s note: This story has been updated and shared again to Facebook. WARSAW — Police are currently searching for a suspect in a shooting. No other information is available at this time, said Brad Kellar, public information officer for the Warsaw Police Department. Check-in with Ink Free News for any further developments.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Historical Society will host its 54th annual dinner at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16, at the Center Lake Pavilion in Warsaw. All World War II veterans and a companion are invited to attend the dinner. The event will commemorate the 75th anniversary of D-Day and will feature a presentation by …read more.

ETNA GREEN – The driver of the car who died in a collision on Old Road 30 Monday afternoon has been identified. Tony Cormeny, 60, of Bourbon, died in the crash. He was pronounced dead at the scene by the Kosciusko County Coroner’s Office.  The accident happened at about 3 p.m when a sport utility …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — The Manchester Symphony Orchestra kicks off its 2019-2020 season on Oct. 28 at 5 p.m. The fun begins at Cordier Auditorium on Manchester University’s North Manchester Campus. Selected scarecrows and painted pumpkins created by students from Manchester Elementary School will be on display in the lobby. Manchester University students will assist with activities, …read more.

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AKRON – The IHSAA announced Monday that Tippecanoe Valley will again serve as host for the IHSAA Unified Flag Football regional round.

Volleyball results for Monday, Oct. 7.

NAPPANEE – NorthWood sophomore Cybil Stillson picked up a pair of awards following her showing at the IHSAA State Finals.

FORT WAYNE – Parkview Field is looking to step up its game in 2020 with some new plans and amenities.

WINONA LAKE – Grace’s women’s soccer team won two national Player of the Week honors from the NCCAA on Monday.

WARSAW — A fast-growing orthopedic supplier announced plans to expand and was granted tax abatement from the city of Warsaw. Instrumental Machine & Development, known by many as IMD,  plans to add about 34 new jobs by 2022, according to a news release made available to the media at the city council meeting Monday night, …read more.

WARSAW — The city is moving quickly to establish a new type of tax increment finance district to entice housing developers to construct more workforce housing. Details, including maps, are still not available, but the concept was announced by Warsaw Plan Director Jeremy Skinner at a city Redevelopment Commission meeting Monday, Oct. 7. Specifically, the …read more.

Warsaw, NorthWood and Tippecanoe Valley all saw boys soccer seasons end Monday night in opening rounds of the IHSAA state tournament.

WARSAW — A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared for a missing Warsaw man. Warsaw Police are investigating the disappearance of Arthur Friebe, a 52-year old white male, who is 5 feet 11 inches tall, 200 pounds. He has white hair with a long white beard and blue eyes and was last seen wearing a …read more.

WARSAW — Police and fire units responded to an accident at the intersection of US 30 and East Old Road 30 at 7:39 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7. Two SUVs — one gray and one red — collided in the middle of the intersection. Parkview EMS was called to the scene after the operator of one …read more.

WABASH — 2020 Riley Champion Jace Randel will be publicly recognized at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, at the MSD of Wabash County school board meeting, 204 N. CR 300W, Wabash. Randel was 11 years old when a bone marrow biopsy at Riley Hospital for Children revealed he had severe aplastic anemia, leaving his bone …read more.

ETNA GREEN — One person died after a two-vehicle accident on Old Road 30, near CR 875W, Etna Green. At approximately 3:15 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7, Etna Green Fire Department responded to a report of a vehicle accident involving a semi and an SUV. Initial dispatch reports called for a medical helicopter and extrication for …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the October 2019 Member of the Month winner as Harvest Community Church. Harvest Community Church is a local, independent Evangelical church which focuses on ministering to individuals, families and the community. Pastor Glenn Hall explained, “We have built a comfortable place for people to …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 6:55 a.m. Monday, Oct. 7, 600 block West 200 South, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of criminal mischief.   Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 10:06 a.m. Monday, Oct. 7, 800 block Lydia Drive, Warsaw. Officers investigated …read more.

Larry Russell, 66, Churubusco, passed away on Oct. 7, 2019, at Presence Sacred Heart Home in Avilla. Born in Peoria, Ill., Sept. 28, 1953, to the late Ernie and Hattie (Wylie) Russell. He spent his formative years in Churubusco, graduating from Churubusco High School in 1971. He worked at Lincoln Food Services in the R …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 11:57 a.m. Monday, Oct. 7, South CR 1000 West near West CR 1000 South, Mentone. Driver: Tatianna E. Scott, North SR 19, Akron. Scott said she was driving her vehicle north on CR 1000 West when a large black dog entered …read more.

Bruce Walton, 82, Argos, passed away on Oct. 4, 2019. He was born in South Bend, on July 26, 1937 to Roy and Francis Walton. On Feb. 13, 1960 he married Carol Walton. He was an iron worker in the automotive industry and also had a side business of reloading ammunition. One of his greatest …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Drawings and photographs by Dave Mitchell, a local artist, photographer and 1965 graduate of Grace College’s art program, will be featured at Grace College from Oct. 4 to Dec. 7. The exhibit, “A Matter of Seconds: Hot Rods, a Rodeo and Sunsets,” will be on display, said a news release from Grace …read more.

MENTONE — Two local high school students have been selected as Indiana Delegates to attend the prestigious World Food Prize Youth Institute in Des Moines, Iowa. Mallory Bowers Mallory Bowers, a sophomore at Tippecanoe Valley High School, and Evan Coblentz, a senior at Wawasee High, both had to first compete at the Purdue Youth Institute …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office issued an update on a three-way vehicle collision that occurred Friday afternoon, Oct. 4. Numerous agencies responded to a three-way vehicle collision at the intersection of CR 1350 North and CR 950 West, near Nappanee, a news release from the Sheriff’s Office said. The initial results of the …read more.

Timmy Barton, 70, Mentone, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family at11:45 am, Sunday, Oct. 6, 2019. He was born April 15, 1949, in Fort Lewis, Washington to the late Edward and Mallie (Richardson) Barton. On May 29, 1967 in Rochester, he married Evelyn Kelly, she survives. He was a 1967 …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community High School choral department will present its annual fall concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, in the WCHS Performing Arts Center. The concert will feature all five high school choirs in a varied collection of musical styles. The choirs are under the direction of Cassandra Petrie and accompanied by …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03) announced on Monday, Oct. 7, that he will hold a town hall meeting in Winona Lake on Thursday, October 10. The meeting starts at 9 a.m. and will be held in the Winona Lake Town Hall Building, 1310 Park Ave. The meeting is an opportunity for Banks to meet …read more.

WARSAW — A Bourbon man was recently arrested after breaking into a residence and battering two women. Baily Quenten Reichert, 20, 107 E. Sunset Drive, Bourbon, is charged with burglary, a level 4 felony; battery while armed with a deadly weapon and battery causing serious bodily injury, both level 5 felonies; strangulation, a level 6 …read more.

WARSAW — The deadline for the Daughters of the American Revolution essay contests is Monday, Nov. 25. All students in grades 5 through 12 in public, parochial, or home schools in Kosciusko County are eligible. The Agnes Pruyn Chapman Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is the Kosciusko County sponsor of the DAR …read more.

KALAMAZOO, MICH. — Data from Michigan State Police (MSP) showed an increasing trend of animal cruelty across the state.

Lynn R. LaRue, 61, Columbia City, passed away at 9:16 p.m. on Friday Oct. 4, 2019, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. Born on Nov. 24, 1957, in Rittman, Ohio, he was the son of Norman and LaVerne (Mills) LaRue. He attended Carroll High School and graduated with the Class of 1976. On May …read more.

Robert Gene Pressler, 79, Indianapolis, passed away at 7:55 a.m., on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019, at Eskenazi Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born in Wabash, to the late Eugene L. and Annabelle R. (Clupper) Pressler on July 7, 1940. He was a 1959 graduate of Wabash High School. After high school, Robert attended LeTourneau Tech …read more.

Timmy Barton, 70, Mentone, passed at 11:45 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 6, 2019, at his residence. Arrangements are currently pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone

Jennifer Lynn Fazzini, 60, Rochester, passed away on Oct. 2, 2019, at her home. Arrangements are pending in the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.