William Espich, 80, passed away on Sept. 28, 2019. He was born in Bremen to Lloyd Sr. and Bernice (Kaylor) Espich. He married Gloria Wooley at the Brethren Church in Plymouth on Sept. 30, 1962. The couple enjoyed a beautiful marriage lasting just shy of 57 years. He started driving a truck at the age …read more.

Beverly J. Trone, Culver, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019, at the age of 89. She was born in Elyria, Ohio, on June 17, 1930, the daughter of James and Hilda (Peterson) Knittle. She graduated from West Technical High School, Cleveland, Ohio, in 1948, and attended Bowling Green University. On Feb. 6, 1952, she married …read more.

  WARSAW — Jamie C. Hunt, 43, 615 E. Arthur Street, Warsaw was recently booked for two counts of theft. One of those charges is a class A misdemeanor. The second is a level 6 felony. On Sept. 14, officers responded to a report of a theft at Walmart in Warsaw. A Walmart Asset Prevention …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The town of Winona Lake revealed new renderings for the roundabout project involving the viaduct at the intersection of Winona Avenue, Argonne Road, King’s Highway and Park Avenue. Scheduled for a 2022 start, construction of the roundabout is expected to be the most complicated project undertaken by the town of Winona Lake, …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 1:18 p.m. Sept. 29, East CR 400 South near South Packerton Road, Warsaw. Drivers: Dylan D. Stillman, 28, Huffman Street, Winona Lake; and Rex A. Snyder, 59, North CR 125 East, Albion. Stillman was preparing to turn his vehicle left onto …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 10:26 a.m. Friday, Sept. 27, 100 block EMS R4C Lane, Pierceton. Officers investigated a report of fraud. 4:14 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, 5900 block West Decoy Road, Mentone. Officers investigated a report of fraud. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated …read more.

WARSAW — Ray Egolf, 75, of Warsaw, passed away Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019 at 10:50 p.m. at Millers Merry Manor, Warsaw. Arrangements are pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw.

PERU — On Sept. 26, at approximately 4:27 p.m., an Indiana State Police trooper was able to utilize his training to save the life of a 5-year-old Georgia boy. Indiana State Police Trooper Ben Reason was driving to his Fulton County home, following a day of police K-9 training in Indianapolis, when the Miami County Central …read more.

WARSAW — While Kosciusko County will see a brief warm-up, high temperatures by the end of the week could be 25 degrees cooler, the National Weather Service predicts. Monday, September 30, and Tuesday will see high temperatures of about 87 degrees and mostly sunny skies, the weather service said. Lows on both nights will be …read more.

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

SYRACUSE — Minor damage due to smoke was reported in an apartment downtown Syracuse Sunday evening, Sept. 29. Turkey Creek Fire Territory was called to 100 E. Main St., a building owned by Mullett Properties, at 5:10 p.m. when the Kosciusko County Communications Center received a call of a smoke detector going off and an …read more.

NOBLESVILLE – Warsaw sophomore Cal Hoskins won a two-day Golfweek Junior Tour event, earning entrance into a big tourney in 2020.

WARSAW — High school students planning to attend college can apply for the American Legion’s oratorical contest for the chance to win a scholarship. Each year, student competitors from around the country prepare speeches on an aspect of the U.S. Constitution. The goal is to develop a deeper knowledge and appreciation of the document, as …read more.

WARSAW — David Brian Webster, 61, of Warsaw, passed away at 11:40 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne. He was born Dec. 10, 1957, in Madison, Wis., to Gary Atward and Anna Mae (O’Gara) Webster.  He grew up in Wisconsin and graduated from East High School in Madison, …read more.

SILVER LAKE — Kensley Monroe, 3 weeks, of Silver Lake, passed away Thursday, Sept. 26, 2019, at 2:45 p.m. in her residence. She was born September 5, 2019, in Fort Wayne, to Amanda Monroe. Kensley is survived by her mother, Amanda (and companion Luke Hoover) Monroe, of Silver Lake, and maternal grandparents Jerry and Susie …read more.

SYRACUSE — Declaring that the district deserves better than it has received, Bill Dixon of Syracuse announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for State Representative from the 22nd District Sunday. The district includes all or most of Kosciusko County plus Jackson, Locke, and Union Townships in Elkhart County. Elkhart County towns in the district …read more.

SYRACUSE — A Pierceton woman was recently arrested for alleged drug possession, residential entry and theft. Krystal Lanae Milburn, 34, 308 S. 2nd St., Pierceton, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; residential entry, a level 6 felony; theft, a level 6 felony; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. On …read more.

PLYMOUTH — Indiana State Police have issued a Silver Alert for a Plymouth man. Plymouth Police are investigating the disappearance of William Wallace, an 80-year-old white male, who is 5 feet 10 inches tall, weighs 170 pounds, has gray hair, blue eyes and is believed to be driving a gray 2014 Ford Fusion with Indiana …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The boys and girls soccer draws were released by the IHSAA Sunday evening.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library Board will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 30. Meetings are always open to the public. The library encourages community members to attend.  New books are coming soon to the Bell Memorial Public Library. Titles include “A Field Guide to the Jewish People” by Dave Barry; “The Guardians” by …read more.

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 age listed for …read more.

Soccer results for Saturday, Sept. 28.

Volleyball results for Saturday, Sept. 28.

Football results for Saturday, Sept. 28.

PIERCETON — Several fire departments responded to a residential fire just south of The Old Train Depot in Pierceton. At approximately 9:15 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, Pierceton Fire Department was called to a fully engulfed house fire at 218 E. Market St., Pierceton. Both North Webster Fire Department and Winona Lake Fire Department were called …read more.

CULVER — NorthWood scored 48 points ahead of Northridge’s 42, and that finish, combined with the team’s historic 35-0 run during the NLC round robin, gave NorthWood sole possession of the NLC crown Saturday.

MILFORD — The Milford Community Building was jam-packed for hours with revelers from the area enjoying the third annual Milford Block Party Saturday, Sept. 28. The four-hour event was sponsored by Harvest Coffee. Festivities inside the building included free hot dogs, popcorn, fruit, veggies and drinks; children’s crafts; tables staffed by various charitable and service …read more.

PIERCETON — The Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County held its ribbon cutting ceremony today, Sept. 28, for its new shelter location. The 13,000-square-foot building, located along US 30 at 1048 S. CR 325E, just east of Warsaw, is officially open to the public. Opening ceremonies were held in partnership with Coldwell Banker The Real …read more.

WARSAW — A Nappanee man currently incarcerated in the Kosciusko County Jail faces additional criminal charges after punching an officer in the face and damaging jail property. Glenn Dale Chupp, 21, 8400 N. CR 900W, Nappanee, has been charged with battery to a public safety official, a level 6 felony; and criminal mischief, a class …read more.

By MARY HURSH Guest Writer SYRACUSE — Swedish author Anne Sverdrup-Thygeson in her book “Buzz, Sting, Bite,” is often asked why we need mosquitoes, wasps and deer flies. And the answer is that insects underpin the world as we know it and that they play a vital role with other animals and plants. Her book …read more.

By Melissa Chapman Cataloging Supervisor When we think of librarians, we tend to think of them as the quintessential “Marian the Librarian” types who pull books off the shelves, making sure all is in order and spending the better part of their day shushing patrons. They are and have been far more revolutionary in their …read more.

Lowell E. Miller, 77, Goshen, died Friday, Sept. 27, 2019, at Green House Village. He was born April 30, 1942, in Goshen, to Edwin E. and Marion (Hostetler) Miller. On April 4, 1964, he married Shirley Miller at College Mennonite Church. She survives along with three sons: Kevin (Lisa) Miller, Goshen; Devon (Diane) Miller, Milford; …read more.

Robert Wirsing, 55, North Manchester, passed away on Sept. 13, 2019, at his residence. The son of Robert A. and Irene (Childres) Wirsing, he was born July 23, 1964. Family and friends may call from 5 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1, at McKee Mortuary, 1401 SR 114 W., North Manchester. A memorial service will …read more.

Bonnie L. Frieden, 88, North Manchester, passed away peacefully at 12:30 a.m. Sept. 27, 2019, at Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester. One of four children, she was born on July 16, 1931, in North Manchester, to George and Opal (Krom) Frieden. She was a lifelong resident of North Manchester and graduated from Chester High School …read more.

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

Much of northern Indiana received heavy rain in the past day. Below is a chart listing rainfall totals for specific areas. Storm totals are through 2 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 28. Communities listed more than once have more than one tracking source reporting to the National Weather Service.

Weather delays and cancellations for Saturday, Sept. 28.

  ROCHESTER — Plans for a  big trial in a little courtroom are complicating things in Rochester ahead of the trial of Alyssa Shepherd. Shepherd faces five charges in the deaths of three children who died at a bus stop along SR 25 near Talma a year ago after she struck four children who were …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.

HUNTINGTON – Grace’s volleyball team had a big night at the net to get past Huntington 3-2 Friday night.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County’s first Jail Chemical Addiction Program class made up of men celebrated its success with a ceremony Friday, Sept. 27.  The ceremony took place in the multi-purpose room in the downstairs area of the Kosciusko Justice Building. Following a buffet lunch, Sheldon Albright, Leyon Gilliam Jr., Joshua Auer, Daniel Honea, Phillip Boyd, …read more.

ROCHESTER — Historical re-enactors, Aztec dancers, bagpipers, homemade chicken and noodles, buffalo burgers, home-brewed root beer and a pleasantly warm weekend with a refreshing breeze provided the ingredients for a successful Trail of Courage living history festival Sept. 21-22. The pre-1840 atmosphere also featured blacksmiths, fur trading, muzzleloader competition, tomahawk throwing, teepees and wigwams, various …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Two benefit races are taking place in Winona Lake on Saturday, Sept. 28. The Angel Run 5K Run/Walk benefitting The Beaman Home will take place at the Winona Lake Limitless Park. On-site registration for the event starts at 9 a.m., with the run beginning at 10 a.m. Registration for the event is …read more.

Weather delays and cancellations for Friday, Sept. 27.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 10:58 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, 3700 block West Old Road 30, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of theft. 9:59 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, 6200 block North Old SR 13, Leesburg. Officers were called regarding a domestic issue at Leesburg school.   Warsaw …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: Marshall County The following people were booked in the Marshall County Jail:

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 3:00 a.m. Friday, Sept. 27, South SR 15 near West Dixie Drive, Silver Lake. Driver: Micah J. Kemp, 23, North CR 650 West, Nappanee. Kemp was driving his vehicle south on SR 15. When he looked at his phone, his vehicle …read more.

Robert G. Carr, 59, Wabash, died Monday, Sept. 23, 2019, at his residence. He was born Feb. 5, 1960, in Rochester, to Lester H. Carr and Betty (Clupper) Carr Music. He enjoyed fishing, camping, and ginseng and mushroom hunting. He also enjoyed listening to music and playing classic rock on his record player. His favorite …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Wawasee High School homecoming parade scheduled for 4:30 p.m. today, Friday, Sept. 27, has been canceled. Posts on Facebook pages of Wawasee High School and Syracuse Parks Department have noted the cancellation of the parade, due to weather.

Vickie L. Galbreath, 57, Winamac, passed away at 9:27 a.m. Monday, Sept. 23, at Franciscan Hospital in Indianapolis after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on Oct. 3, 1961, in Rochester, she was the daughter of Donald E. and Delores “Dee” Galbreath. She was a 1980 Winamac High School graduate. While in high school she …read more.

Kenneth A. Eastwood, 67, Kewanna, passed away unexpectedly at 12:55 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23, 2019, at his residence. Born on Feb. 27, 1952, in Franklin, he was the son of the late Donald P. and Hazel Mae (Snow) Eastwood. On Feb. 3, 1973, he married Mae Bartram. She preceded him in death on Sept. 6, …read more.

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

Thomas W. Cunningham, 57, Akron, passed at 2:56 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019, at North Woods Village of Kokomo. He was born on May 15, 1962 in Elwood, to Robert Leon and Judith Elaine (Simons) Cunningham. He was a welder and a CDL driver as well as a mechanic. He was an outdoors man enjoying …read more.

Former Leiters Ford resident Dana Anderson Simpson, 48, Monticello, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 4:16 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2019, at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Lafayette. On March 5, 1971, Dana Leann Anderson was born in Plymouth. She was the treasured daughter of Jerry and Regina Rustik Anderson. Growing up she shared …read more.

WARSAW — Officials at Warsaw Community Schools received notification of a potential safety concern at Warsaw Community High School on Friday, Sept. 27. As per safety protocols, a precautionary lock-in was initiated to allow administrators and police to conduct an investigation. The lock-in status allows classroom activities to continue as planned. Local authorities were able …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Winona Lake’s annual Oktoberfest event is happening this Saturday, Sept. 28. The day-long event includes a variety of German-themed activities for all ages, from train rides and food, to live music and beer at The Garden. Oktoberfest celebrations start at 11 a.m. with a Porsche show on East Canal Street. From 11 …read more.

WARSAW — Ivy Tech Community College in Warsaw will host an Express Enrollment Day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 10, at the college’s campus, at 2545 Silveus Crossing. At Ivy Tech Community College’s Express Enrollment Day, prospective students can complete all the steps they need to start classes. Enrollment experts will be on-hand …read more.

MILFORD — A Milford man was recently arrested after allegedly molesting a child for six years. Lars Eric Gustafson, 37, 107 N. West St., Milford, is charged with child molesting, a level 1 felony; and vicarious sexual gratification, a level 4 felony. On Sept. 25, an officer with Milford Police responded to a report of …read more.

  WARSAW — Fellowship Missions will host its 4th Annual Night of Hope and Inspiration at Warsaw Community Church Oct. 16. Night of Hope and Inspiration is Fellowship Missions annual fundraising dinner. It includes dinner, live and silent auctions as well as a time of sharing, said a news release. Fellowship Missions is a homeless …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School’s FFA chapter recently welcomed Dan Ransbottom, president of Echoes of the Past, to present during the chapter’s monthly meeting. Ransbottom followed his presentation with a donation to the chapter. The $500 donation will assist Warsaw FFA in funding a variety of events throughout the school year. Ransbottom also donated …read more.

SILVER LAKE — A public meeting was held Thursday, Sept. 26, in a final attempt to save the old Silver Lake elementary school building from demolition. An order was granted in May 2018 declaring that all buildings and structures at 202 E. Sycamore St., Silver Lake, be demolished after a hearing was held due to …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Three golfers from NorthWood and one from Warsaw were named among the Indiana Coaches of Girls Sports Association selections for Academic All-State.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Sheriff’s Office seeks help in identifying a suspect involved in a recent theft. At 7:49 p.m. ,Sept. 10, an unknown male, pictured above from security camera footage, entered the Lassus gas station at State Road 13 and CR 500 N. The male proceeded to stuff items in his pants and exited …read more.

WARSAW — A chance for rain throughout the weekend will be followed by hot temperatures on Monday and Tuesday, the National Weather Service said. The forecast for Friday, Sept. 27, calls for partly sunny skies and a high of 75,  but an 80 percent chance of rain arrives at night. The overnight low will be …read more.

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incident: 10:23 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25, 200 block East Greenhaus Drive, Syracuse. Autumn E. Carrie reported criminal mischief.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 7:54 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, 700 block East Winona Ave., Warsaw. Christopher A. Tague reported …read more.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following accident: 4:14 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25, Old SR 15 and Waubee Lane, Milford. Drivers: Ricardo C. Melendez, 22, East CR 1150N, Milford; and Kimberly A. Geese, 49, Dove Lane, Milford. Melendez’s vehicle rear-ended Geese’s vehicle. Damage up to $2,500.  Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police …read more.

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

Pumpkin pie and ice cream will be served thru Saturday. Register to win a table and chairs!

Tennis results for Thursday, Sept. 26.

WARSAW –  This week is National Rail Safety Week, Sept. 22-28. The city of Warsaw supports the campaign and encourages residents to reflect on their own habits and make changes to protect their lives and the safety of train engineers, said a news release. Accidents that involve trains are catastrophic to communities when it comes …read more.

Volleyball results for Thursday, Sept. 26.

Soccer results for Thursday, Sept. 26.

WINONA LAKE – Tori Calizo and Parker Stewart had monster games to lift LCA to a pair of soccer wins Thursday evening.

WABASH —Crossroads Bank has announced plans to construct a branch in Warsaw. Bank representatives and local leaders gathered for a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday morning at the future site of the bank branch at 895 N. Parker St., Warsaw. Officials opening the Warsaw office in the early summer, 2020. The company already has a branch in …read more.

Nellie Ann Jones, 47, Elkhart, passed at 4:42 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2019, at her residence. She was born on Sept. 14, 1972, in Wolfe County, Ky. to Bobby Gene and Norma (Noble) Howard. She had worked for Fairmont Homes of Nappanee for over ten years. She is survived by her daughter, Brittany Jones, Lexington, …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School recently celebrated the opening of the new Warsaw Sports Pavilion, located between the tennis courts and soccer fields. This new pavilion was made possible through the generous support of parents from both the boys’ and girls’ soccer teams and boys’ tennis who raised the funds necessary to create the …read more.

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

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. Elizabeth Arnett, $1,972.24 Superior Excavating Sales v. Dave Baker, $2,631.82 Moore Automotive Group Inc. v. Brittany Bollman, $500 Jay Miller v. Joshua and Maricela Bonee, $1,467.73 Cavalry SPV …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Safety first is a motto most families live by. Cities have begun providing communities with the information necessary to be as safe as possible. One of the largest and most popular in the area is the Warsaw Family Safety Day held in Central Park. The annual event took place Saturday, Sept. 7. The town of Pierceton also has an annual Fire Safety Day event. It will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5.

WINONA LAKE – Grace College will honor and celebrate Coach Jim Kessler’s 42 years as head basketball coach with a reception and banquet on Saturday, Oct. 5.

Dolores Marlene (Jordan) Byers, 85, Winona Lake, passed away at 3:51 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne. She was born on Jan. 22, 1934, in Kittanning, Penn. to Mary P. (Zeigler) Jordan and Bert L. Jordan. On May 26, 1956, she was married to Pastor Glenn Carl Byers in …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A Rochester woman faces charges following an accident in June that resulted in two injured people being airlifted. Robin Christine Miller, 58, 1124 Bancroft Ave., Rochester, is charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated resulting in bodily injury, a level 6 felony; causing serious bodily injury while operating a motor vehicle, a …read more.

WABASH — The Honeywell Center Ford Theater stage will welcome eager and talented canines during Mutts Gone Nuts at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4. Tickets are $15, $20 and $30. Corporate sponsorship for Mutts Gone Nuts! is provided by J & K’s Mega Pets. Associate sponsorship is provided by Cornerstone Veterinary Services. Expect the unexpected …read more.

GREENVILLE, S.C. – Grace College will continue to host the NCCAAs through 2023.

WINONA LAKE — Business leaders were encouraged by a representative of the Indiana Chamber of Commerce to think outside the box when it comes to looking out for the well-being of their employees. Jennifer Pferrer, executive director of the Wellness Council for the Indiana Chamber, was the keynote speaker at the Live Well Kosciusko luncheon …read more.

WARSAW — A Claypool man was sentenced in Kosciusko Superior CourtOne Thursday, Sept. 26, to three years at the Indiana Department of Corrections after molesting a child. Vincent Corey Banks, 56, 4873 E. SR 14, Claypool, was charged with child molesting, a class C felony. A vicarious sexual gratification charge was dismissed as part of …read more.

SYRACUSE — Originally referred to as the Johnson Bay East Preserve, the property owned by Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation was dedicated Wednesday as the Zimmerman Preserve in appreciation of the generous support of Chuck and Nancy Zimmerman. The property was renamed in honor of Chuck Zimmerman’s grandparents, John and Marie Zimmerman. The property is located …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 12:24 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25, 1600 block South Briarwood Drive, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of fraud. 9:36 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, 1800 block North Brook Blvd., Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of fraud. 1:25 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, 9300 block East …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 8:59 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25, East Oldfield Drive, near East Lakeview Trail, Leesburg. Drivers: Rebecca D. Noftz, 40, East Lakeview Trail, Leesburg; and Tomaz P. Bocianski, 39, East Paddock Drive, Leesburg. Bocianski was driving his vehicle southwest on Oldfield Drive, approaching …read more.

LA PORTE COUNTY — 50,000 apples are believed to have been stolen from a local orchard.

Kosciusko County The following people have been booked into Kosciusko County Jail:  

WARSAW — Rudy’s Dog Park will host its annual Dogtoberfest live auction and raffle fundraiser, Friday, Oct. 18. This year’s location is Downtown Eatery & Spirits, 205 W. Center St, Warsaw, according to a news release. Dogtoberfest begins with a social hour from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., with the auction following from 6:30 to 9 …read more.

Larry William Otto, 65, Goshen, died 5:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019, at his home. He was born Sept. 27, 1953, in Goshen, to Levi and Annie (Miller) Otto. On May 19, 1978, he married Naomi (Marks) Otto. Surviving are his wife, Naomi, Goshen; four children: Gerald (Rachel) Buchanan, Nappanee; Malinda (Marion) Miller, Ligonier; Jeremy …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Parkview Health and several regional partners will host free suicide prevention training sessions, Saturday, Oct. 12. Parkview Warsaw YMCA and 11 different locations throughout the region will host the sessions, a news release from Parkview said. The training relies on a technique called QPR, which stands for question, persuade and refer, a …read more.

ADA, Mich. – Grace’s women’s golf team cruised to a championship at the Pure Michigan Invite.

Davis F. Jones Jr., 83,Warsaw, passed away on Tuesday Sept. 24, 2019, at Mason Health and Rehabilitation Center, Warsaw, formerly of Plymouth. He was born on Aug. 19, 1936, in Michigan to Davis F. Sr. and Esther Jones. He was a former resident of Grovertown, Argos and Plymouth, and was a graduate of Oregon Davis …read more.

Thomas J. Hayes, 67, Warsaw, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2019, at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home of Fort Wayne after a hard fought battle with various illnesses. He was born the son of Thomas J. Hayes, Sr. and Maxine Hanes Hayes on May 25, 1952, in Bremen. He was a lifelong resident of Bourbon …read more.

Soccer results for Wednesday, Sept. 25.

Loren W. Sullivan, 65, Culver, passed away on September 24, 2019 at Miller’s Merry Manor, Culver. Loren Sullivan was born to Richard and Emma (Cloe) Sullivan in South Bend, IN on April 21, 1954. He spent many years as a taxi driver in Chesterton. He enjoyed driving and watching NASCAR, watching wrestling and the Chicago …read more.

WHITLEY COUNTY — A bicyclist from Winona Lake sustained internal injuries after being hit on US 30 at about 12:43 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 26. Jacob B. Grimm, 28, Kings Highway, Winona Lake, was flown to Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. His condition was listed as critical. Whitley County Sheriff’s Office reports the accident occurred …read more.