Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 6:58 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 3, 200 block Turkey Creek Drive, Milford. The KCSO was contacted in reference to issues with a school bus driver.  2:54 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2, 4400 block East CR 100S, Pierceton. Cheryl L. Heinzman reported criminal mischief.  11:08 a.m. …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 11:43 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2, SR 13, south of Shoop Road, Pierceton. Driver: Gregory M. Divorak, 44, EMS T13 Lane, Leesburg. Divorak’s vehicle struck a deer. Damage up to $25,000.  9:02 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2, North CR 850E, south of East CR …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club and the Elementary School Art Teachers of Warsaw Community Schools host the Art In the Park Free Art Fair this Saturday, Oct. 5 from 10 a.m to 1 p.m. The free art fair will be held at Center Lake Park, Warsaw, said a news release. All are invited …read more.

WARSAW — A local man was sentenced to seven years in the Indiana Department of Corrections for two drug-related cases. In the first case, Shane Andrew Timmons, 32, 322 E. High St., Atwood; also showing an address of 602 N. Harrison St., Syracuse; was charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; and possession …read more.

CLAYPOOL — The Claypool Fire Department will be hosting a pancake, sausage and egg breakfast from 7-10 a.m. (or until sold out) Saturday, Oct. 5. The breakfast will be held at the fire station, located at 101 N. Main St., Claypool. Freewill donations will be accepted.

Kosciusko County Judgments Small Claims The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Warsaw Health System LLC v. Steven Anderson, $2,745.18 Erinn M. Blue, $4,531.60 Kylee Bryant, $3,305.09 William Burchett, $1,472.92 Kelly Crawley, $2,482.33 Penni Harris, $1,073.55 Patrick Johnson and Toni Long, $1,654.17 Angel M. McGlennen, …read more.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services will hold its Winter Warmth Sleepout on Friday, Oct. 18, with scheduled activities from 6 to 9 p.m. The event will take place on the Kosciusko County Courthouse lawn. Participants can bring tents, boxes and sleeping bags to spend the night on the lawn, but are not required to sleep …read more.

WARSAW — The latest in surgical technology, robotic-assisted surgery, is now available locally at Kosciusko Community Hospital to aid surgeons when performing minimally invasive procedures. For a hands-on experience, KCH is inviting the public to see the robot and simulate a robotic-assisted surgery utilizing a demonstration model from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community High School Tigers Pride Marching Band had a second winning performance against six northern Indiana high schools this past weekend at Penn High School. This year’s show, titled “Haka Peruperu,” featured an ancient posture dance of the New Zealand Maori that was traditionally used to prepare a war party for …read more.

Ronald E. Norman, a longtime resident of Warsaw, passed away at 1:38 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2019, in Winona Lake at Grace Village Retirement Community. He was 91 at the time of his death. Known by many as “Ron,” he was born on May 8, 1928, in Flint, Mich., he was the son of Richard …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Six Indiana cities are being recognized on Midwest Startups’ list of the best startup cities in the Midwest for 2019. Indianapolis is the highest-ranked Hoosier city on the list, coming in at No. 4.  

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

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 8:46 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2, 1800 block Michaels Street, Green Hill Drive, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of an animal bite. 3:05 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2, 300 block North Cook Street, Warsaw. Mellissa Collins reported a case of theft/larceny of several smartphones. Value: $1,400. …read more.

Henry A. Hudon, 92, Plymouth, passed away Sept. 26, 2019, in St. Joseph Health System of Mishawaka. He was born Sept. 17, 1927, the son of Peter and Erstine Hudon in South Bend. He has been a resident of Plymouth nearly 49 years. He was owner of H & M Cycles of Plymouth. He also …read more.

Sherry Ann (Hammond) Harrington, 65, Argos, passed away at 2 a.m., Oct. 2, 2019, at her residence where she had been in declining health the past several months. On Nov. 29, 1953, in Rochester, she was born to Herbert and Hazel B. (Craft) Hammond. Sherry had lived most of her life in the Argos community. …read more.

Former Rochester resident, Elaine Smith Snyder, of Fort Wayne  passed away on her 78th birthday at 7:32 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 30, 2019, at Parkview Hospital-Randallia of Fort Wayne. On Sept. 30,1941, Elaine Ann Smith was born in Rochester to Herbert Dale and Margaret M. Wilson Smith. Growing up, she shared her childhood with a sister Jane and …read more.

WARSAW — The following educational series for caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s and dementia will be held at the Parkview YMCA, located at 1305 Mariners Drive, Warsaw. The classes will be held from 10-11:30 a.m. on Thursdays. October 3 Patty Piechocki will demonstrate how to successfully interact with those “Busy Minds and Hands.” Patty Piechocki is …read more.

Triton closed the year with a loss to the host Lions at the Bremen Sectional, while Columbia City advanced to play Wawasee at the Warsaw Sectional-opener Wednesday.

COLUMBIA CITY — Detectives with the Indiana State Police on Wednesday, Oct. 2, arrested a Whitley County man on charges of possession of child pornography and child exploitation. The investigation by the Indiana State Police, Indiana Crimes Against Children Task Force began when a tip was received from the National Center for Missing and Exploited …read more.

Soccer results for Wednesday, Oct. 2.

WARSAW — Five months after a turbulent mayoral primary, two-term mayor Joe Thallemer appeared to be one of the happiest people at the annual GOP Fish Fry at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds Wednesday night. At a similar event earlier this year, Thallemer and a large contingent of his supporters, all wearing campaign shirts, filed in …read more.

Volleyball results for Wednesday, Oct. 2.

WARSAW — The way Jerry Frush sees it, the use of four-way stop signs could improve some traffic issues in Warsaw, including at Husky Trail where a youngster died earlier this year at a crosswalk. The District 4 City Council member spoke up at the Warsaw Traffic Commission meeting Wednesday, Oct. 2, and said he …read more.

MENTONE — The Town Council approved the 2020 salary ordinance Wednesday night. The salary ordinance will see utilities’ employee Josh Shepherd’s pay rise to $50,000 and the salary of fellow town utilities employee Corbin Hudson rise to $40,000. The ordinance also allows Clerk-Treasurer Barb Ross to receive her current pay of $15 an hour while …read more.

  WARSAW — Kosciusko County Fair Board has filed an appeal after a Sept. 3 court ruling reinstated the ban on motorized racing at the fair’s racetrack. The appeal will be taken to the Indiana Court of Appeals. In 2018, a group of homeowners who live near the fairgrounds filed suit after racing events returned …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School students will celebrate the annual homecoming game this Friday, Oct. 4. This year’s event will include old favorites such as the WCS Homecoming Parade while adding in new, exciting festivities. Warsaw Community High School Student Council will host the annual homecoming parade at 5 p.m. on Oct. 4. The …read more.

SYRACUSE — Mark Deister believes in honoring his country and — though “I am not Indian” — honoring Native Americans. “It’s the right thing to do,” he said. So with the help of the local Miami Indians, he bought an authentic 14-foot totem pole with carvings of a falcon and a woman’s head and will …read more.

John Elemual Hand, 89, Warsaw, passed away at Peabody Retirement Community in North Manchester, surrounded by family at 5:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2019. He was born on Sept. 9, 1930, in Elkhart, to Charles E. and Minnie H. (Helbling) Hand. He was married Jan. 19, 1957, to Shirley Ann (Stebbins) Hand, who survives. …read more.

PIERCETON — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 1048 S. CR 325E, Pierceton. Prince Ladies, look no further. Your Prince Charming has arrived. Prince is a three-year-old, neutered, male Staffordshire Bull Terrier mix. This handsome fellow is white with black markings, has gentle brown eyes and …read more.

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:

Barbara Hunt Shumaker, 65, Warsaw, passed away at 8:11 a.m., Oct. 2, 2019, in her home. She was born on Feb. 8, 1954, to Kenneth D. and Mary (Marshall) Hunt in Austria. She graduated from Peru High School, Peru. Barbara was united in marriage on Dec. 21, 2018, to Steven W. Shumaker. She was a …read more.

SYRACUSE — The stands are only filled with family and friends. There are no cheerleaders, no pep band, no student section. Yet they are watching the most spellbinding game and example of sportsmanship they will see. It’s hard to pull yourself away. What they are watching is a unified coed game of flag football, now …read more.

PIERCETON — An Albion man was taken to the hospital after injuring his leg in a one-vehicle accident near Ridinger Lake, Pierceton. At approximately 11:20 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1, officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a one-vehicle accident on East Adams Road, south of EMS R4 Lane, Pierceton. The …read more.

SYRACUSE — On Sept. 30, Kosciusko County Tobacco Free Youth Coalition members conducted a Waste Tobacco Filters event in downtown Syracuse. They worked in partnership with the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce. According to a 2011 The Tax Burden on Tobacco report, Americans purchased more than 287 billion cigarettes. A vast number of those cigarette butts, …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 29, 1400 block North Fox Farm Road, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of kidnapping.   Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incident: 10:24 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1, 300 block South Huntington St., Syracuse. CVS …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 9:12 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1, South CR 850W, north of West SR 14, Silver Lake. Driver: Austin F. Nickerson, 22, South CR 825W, Akron. Nickerson was traveling north on South CR 850W when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $2,500. …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko Literacy Services will hold an informational meeting to recruit volunteers at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16. Kosciusko Literacy Services is located at 201 N. Union St., Warsaw. Coffee and refreshments will be provided. Kosciusko County has an estimated 9 percent adult illiteracy rate, according to a news release from Kosciusko Literacy Services. …read more.

Anne E. Utter, 80, Winona Lake and formerly of Mentone, passed at 1:17 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019, at the Visiting Nurses and Hospice Home of Fort Wayne. She was born on Oct. 30, 1938, in Warsaw, to Franklin and Esther (Dugley) Nelson. She married on Sept. 16, 1960, in Mentone to Terry L. Utter, …read more.

WARSAW — A Fort Wayne man was recently arrested after allegedly printing off photographs including child pornography at Walmart. Brendan Donald Chivington, 26, 427 W. Washington Blvd., Fort Wayne; also showing an address of 7313 Bardbury Ave., Fort Wayne; is charged with child exploitation, a level 5 felony; and child pornography, a level 6 felony. …read more.

WARSAW — Some people just won’t slow down. To confirm that precept, witness the life of octogenarian Alice Surface Keirn of Warsaw. Case in point: on her 80th birthday in July, Keirn ventured zip lining at a zoo in Grand Rapids, Mich. “My sister came in from Arizona. We both crossed it off our bucket …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Fire Department will host its annual Fire Prevention Open House, Saturday, Oct. 5. The event will be at the Pierceton Fire Department from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Members of the community can expect to have an afternoon packed full of free family fun. Activities will include making a personal first …read more.

Ronnie “Ron” Jay Jarrell, 49, Pierceton, passed away, at 10:49 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019, in his residence. He was born April 16, 1970, in Columbia City to Clyde Jarrell and Brenda (Bays) Beck. He was married to Mishelle Lou Smith on March 22, 2003 in Wooster. He graduated from Whilko High School in South …read more.

WARSAW — Now that leaf season is near, representatives of Oakwood Cemetery ask that summer decorations be removed as soon as possible, and no later than Oct. 15. Removal of all loose items on foundations and monument bases must be removed to allow for the use of leaf blowers to work efficiently. Flowers that are attached …read more.

MERRILLVILLE – Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPSCO) has announced the opening of its next round of “request for proposals” to consider a combination of potential resources to meet the future electric needs of its customers. This RFP will satisfy a 2023 capacity need following the release of NIPSCO’s 2018 Integrated Resource Plan where the …read more.

WARSAW — The following programs and events are taking place at the Parkview Warsaw YMCA, located at 1305 Mariners Drive, Warsaw.  FALL PREVIEW OF CLASSES AND FREE DAY OCTOBER 5 Fall preview of classes — 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. for ages 16 years or older (8 years or older with a parent) Free Day …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 2:14 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2, 100 block EMS W25 Lane, North Webster. Angela Kaye Sauter reported that a screen door was damaged.  8:40 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1, 9500 block South CR 750W, Claypool. A report of battery was investigated.  7:23 p.m. Tuesday, …read more.

Tennis results from Tuesday, Oct. 1.

Middle school football results for Tuesday, Oct. 1.

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

WINONA LAKE — The Kosciusko Board of Realtors celebrated its successful 5th Annual 5K Build A Home-Run, Sept. 21. The family-friendly fall event held at the Trails of Winona Lake raised $3,180 benefiting Habitat for Humanity of Kosciusko County. In addition to specific age groups, awards were given to male and female winners. Male winners: 1st …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw Community Development Corporation will host a special downtown retail promotion beginning Wednesday night, Oct. 2, and continuing through much of the Christmas shopping season. The “Alive After Five” promotion will feature extended hours for several downtown Warsaw boutiques and specialty stores, according to a news release issued Tuesday by WCDC. The stores …read more.

NAPPANEE – Plenty of history was made Tuesday night in NorthWood’s 4-2 boys soccer win over Plymouth.

Soccer results for Tuesday, Oct. 1.

Volleyball results for Tuesday, Oct. 1.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man is facing charges after law enforcement responded to a domestic disturbance. Darren Austin Walcott, 24, 4187 N. Westerner Winds Drive, Warsaw, is charged with domestic battery with a child under 16 present, a level 6 felony; and domestic battery, a class  A misdemeanor.  According to the affidavit of probable cause, …read more.

PIERCETON — Two girls, both age 14, are still on the loose following a 20-minute pursuit Friday, Sept. 27. One of the females is a student at Wawasee High School. The other is a Lakeview Middle School student. Police are asking persons who have information regarding the location of the juveniles to contact Pierceton Police …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Health Industry Forum has named U.S. Rep. Jackie Walorski (IN-2) as the group’s Legislator of the Year. Walorski has been a strong and vocal leader in the effort to repeal the Medical Device Tax and her backing for this issue has generated tremendous bipartisan support across the U.S. House of Representatives, …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 12:11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, North CR 300 East near East CR 900 North, Milford. Drivers: Unknown; and Cheri R. Cooke, 51, EMS T25 Lane, Leesburg. Cooke was driving her vehicle on CR 300 east when another vehicle drove into the …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 1:48 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 29, 9300 block East Promontory Point Drive, Syracuse. Officers investigated a call regarding a civil matter.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 8:19 p.m. Monday, Sept. 30, 600 block North Harrison St., …read more.

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

GARY – Gary, Indiana is the “Most Miserable City in America,” according to Business Insider.

SYRACUSE — A Milford man was arrested after allegedly stealing a moped. Travis Belt, 29, 309 S. Henry St., Milford, is charged with possession of methamphetamine and theft, both level 6 felonies. On Aug. 20, an officer with the Syracuse Police Department responded to a theft at AIA Countertops. The officer spoke with a man …read more.

WARSAW —  Whitko High School Senior Luke Spurlin was recognized at the Kosciusko Commissioner meeting held Oct. 1, for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest rank in scouting. Spurlin is the son of Rod and Abby. He is a Pierceton resident and a member of Troop 761 in Pierceton. He has been involved …read more.

Ronnie Jarrell, 49, Pierceton, passed away at 10:49 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019, in his residence. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Pierceton. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

Mary Lou Baxter, 88 and a longtime Warsaw resident, passed away quietly at 2:45 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, in Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. Born on April 22, 1931, she was the only daughter of Carl J. and Ruth (Gates) Schrader. She was born in Columbia City and was united in marriage to the late …read more.

WARSAW—OrthoWorx on Tuesday announced expansions of its talent development initiative focused on generating awareness of careers in local manufacturing companies. Programming this year will build on the success of 2018’s DiscoverME (Manufacturing Experiences) program, which was directed at eighth-grade students in Kosciusko County. In addition to the eighth-grade program, a team of OrthoWorx interns developed …read more.

One person was taken to a hospital after their vehicle struck a tree near Pierceton. InkFreeNews photo by Liz Shepherd. PIERCETON —  Pierceton and North Webster Fire Departments were called to a one-vehicle accident in the area of Ridinger Lake, Pierceton, shortly before noon Tuesday, Oct. 1, Initial dispatch reports said the driver of the …read more.

By Darla McCammon Courtesy of Corning Museum of Glass in Corning, N.Y., we were able to see this lovely floral glass bowl in person. Corning artist Chris Rochelle was the creator of this work of art. It was made during one of their daily glass-blowing demonstrations. It is one of the more dangerous adventures in …read more.

PIERCETON —  Just after 9 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1, the Kosciusko 911 Communications Center received a report of a rollover cash on CR 850E, north of Adams Road in Pierceton. According to a press release issued by the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office, when first responders arrived at the scene, a 1997 Jeep Cherokee was found …read more.

PIERCETON — One person was injured and taken to the hospital after a residential fire in Pierceton on Saturday, Sept. 28. The homeowner sustained minor injuries after fleeing the burning building at 212 E. Market St., and was taken to a hospital by Lutheran EMS. According to Fire Chief Gordon Baker, as of Tuesday morning, …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Most people know to replace the batteries in their carbon monoxide detectors every year, but many don’t realize the entire unit should be replaced every five to seven years. Come learn this and other safety tips at North Webster Community Public Library 2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7. Personnel from North Webster Fire …read more.

Ray Egolf, 75, Warsaw, passed away at 10:50 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor. He was born on April 3, 1944, to Frank and Ruth (Green) Egolf in Elkhart. He worked for R. R. Donnelley for numerous years. During his lifetime he enjoyed reading and spending time with his family and friends. …read more.

WARSAW – The Goodwill Community Career Center recently announced upcoming events at its Warsaw location for the month of October. The Goodwill Community Career Center offers monthly workshops that can be completed in increments, with assessments and certifications upon completion. The Warsaw Career Center encourages individuals to prepare themselves for a growing business and manufacturing …read more.

ELKHART COUNTY — Elkhart County just announced it will begin spraying for mosquitos in areas where horses have tested positive for EEE.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 10:08 p.m. Monday, Sept. 30, 809 E. Winona Ave., Warsaw. Driver: Gumaro Rangel, 37, Johnson Street, Logansport. Rangel was at Warsaw Express Mart when he backed his vehicle into a bollard pole. Damage under $750. 8:18 p.m. Monday, Sept. 30, East Old Road 30, …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:  

WARSAW — Zimmer Biomet and the Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority (IHCDA) recently announced a joint venture to address the workforce housing shortage. Last week, the IHCDA announced Zimmer Biomet as one of four Indiana-based companies selected for its Anchor Employer Workforce Housing Program. The initiative aims to create public-private partnerships to address Indiana’s …read more.

  WINONA LAKE — Kosciusko County nonprofit Grace Village Retirement Community recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new Resident Care Center in its Health Care Facility. The Resident Care Center will serve as a central hub from which nursing staff, physicians and therapists serve the needs of patients in the skilled nursing facility. The …read more.

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DECATUR — Police are looking for an elderly Decatur man who is missing. The Adams County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the disappearance of Bruce Schnepp, an 87-year-old white male, 6 feet tall, 190 pounds, white hair with brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a green sweatshirt and blue jeans and driving a silver 2006 …read more.

PLYMOUTH — A man and woman from the Plymouth area who police had been looking for have been found. William Wallace, 80, had been in the company of Jane Wallace, 80. William was last seen about 9 a.m. Sunday, September 29. The Silver Alert was canceled at about 4:20 a.m. Tuesday, October 1. Further details …read more.

WALKERTON – NorthWood dismantled John Glenn, 8-0, in boys soccer Monday evening.

Volleyball results for Monday, Sept. 30.

INDIANAPOLIS – The IHSAA drew its brackets for the tennis sectionals which are set to begin Wednesday.

News and notes from around the area.

KENDALLVILLE — Following a fog delay at an East Noble Regional that was already pushed back from Saturday to Monday, NorthWood’s golfers steadied themselves on their second nine at Noble Hawk Golf Links to finish runners-up and earn a berth to the state finals.

MILFORD — A Warsaw man was recently arrested after striking a pedestrian with a vehicle in April. Nathan Scott Nibert, 33, 2041 Lynn Lane, Warsaw, is charged with causing serious bodily injury while operating a motor vehicle, a level 6 felony; and operating a vehicle with a controlled substance in the body, a class C …read more.

CROMWELL — Gregoria R. Ibarra Rangel, Ligonier, was transported to Goshen Hospital by private vehicle after being hit in the leg following a shooting Saturday, Sept. 28, at 10331 W. 375N, just west of Cromwell. Jonathan Hinojosa, 23, 5100 block South Campbell Avenue, Chicago, and Esteban Martinez, 35, 59000 block of Creek Ridge Court, Elkhart, …read more.

SYRACUSE — On  Nov. 16, Shepherd by the Lakes Lutheran Church, in Syracuse, will be hosting an informative presentation on how to assist parents in understanding the online challenges children face. This will include tips for adults to give their children to navigate the online world.  Cathie Bledsoe, an educator with the Indiana State Police …read more.

NOBLE COUNTY — Noble County Health Department has sent out an advisory regarding a neisseria meningitidis exposure in its county. Neisseria meningitidis is a type of bacterium that can cause meningitis. Officials from the health department report during the past weekend, a dialysis patient of the Kendallville outpatient dialysis unit has been diagnosed with neisseria …read more.

WARSAW — A Syracuse man was recently arrested for allegedly manufacturing and dealing methamphetamine and other drug-related charges. David Charles Reed, 46, 9811 N. Majestic Way, Syracuse, was arrested for dealing methamphetamine, a level 4 felony; possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; possession of marijuana, a class B misdemeanor; possession of paraphernalia, a class …read more.

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following accidents: 2:36 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, North Huntington Street, near West Main Street, Syracuse. Drivers: Chad A. Genth, 47, Decamp Avenue, Elkhart; and Medardo F. Pena, 50, East Wizard of Oz Way, Cromwell. Genth was traveling south on North Huntington Street and attempted to make …read more.

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

WARSAW — Habitat for Humanity of Kosciusko County held a home dedication Sunday, Sept. 29. Jim and Tina Bauer were the recipients of the new home on South Columbia Street in Warsaw. The Bauers are long-time residents of Kosciusko county, according to a news release from the local Habitat office. After serving in the National …read more.

Yvonna R. Grant, 95, formerly of Troy Cedar Lake, died at 10:25 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, at Sycamore Village, Fort Wayne. She was born Nov. 20, 1923, in Herrin, Ill., the only child of the late Ernest and Zella (Pedigo) Henshaw. Her formative years were spent at Tri-Lakes. She graduated from Columbia City High …read more.

Raymond L. Ketcham, 53, Plymouth, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019. He was born on Oct. 23, 1965, the son of John and Janet Ketcham. He graduated from Oregon-Davis High School and was currently working for Oliver Ford in Plymouth as an automotive technician. He loved history books and flying planes. He will …read more.

WARSAW — Richard M. Taylor, 69, of Warsaw, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019, at his residence. He was born on July 26, 1950, in New Castle, to Ostie & Frances Eleanor (Lawson) Taylor. He grew up in Daleville, graduated from Daleville High School, and moved to Warsaw 40 years ago from Daleville. He …read more.

Wilbur LeRoy “Roy” Shepler, 98, Wabash, went to be with the Lord at 5:25 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. He was born July 20, 1921, in Logansport, to Alonzo Edward and Kathryn (Hirt) Shepler. He married Martha Helen VanRoe in Wabash 79 years ago on July 29, 1940. He retired in …read more.

Linda L. Bloom, 81, Plymouth, passed away Sept. 25, 2019, at Center for Hospice Care, South Bend, after a brief illness. She was born on Oct. 23, 1937, to Glenn and Pauline (Hoagland) Abram, Sullivan. She has been a Plymouth resident since 1962 and was on the board of Marshall Starke Development for a period …read more.

Scott D. Miller, 64, passed away on Sept. 26, 2019, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in South Bend to Robert and Betty (Kopet) Miller. He married the love of his life, Kay Miller, on Aug. 8, 1992, in a beautiful family event in Plymouth. After graduating from James Whitcomb Riley High …read more.