Chad Roger Tucker, 47, of Churubusco, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2020, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born in Port Clinton, Ohio, on Jan. 14, 1973, to the Roger and Linda (Bell) Tucker. He spent his formative years in Albion, graduating from Central Noble High School in 1992. He worked as a fabricator for …read more.
John E. Gaerte, 98, of rural Macy, passed at 6:37 p.m., Saturday, June 27, 2020, at Woodlawn Hospital of Rochester. Arrangements are currently pending at Hartzler Funeral Home, Akron
Weekly little league scores for Warsaw Little League and Wawasee Summer League.
Andrew Culbertson, 71, Silver Lake, passed away at 11:03 a.m. on Friday, June 26, 2020, at his home. Arrangements are pending at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, 4356 N. SR 15, Warsaw
Anthony G. Hershberger, 56, Macy, formerly of Nappanee, died at 6:39 p.m., Friday, June 26, 2020, at Kosciusko Community Hospital. He was born May 2, 1964, in Long Beach, Calif. to Ronald and Peggy (Hall) Hershberger. Anthony was a 1983 graduate of NorthWood High School. He was a graduate of McDonald’s Hamburger University and had …read more.
Douglas Nine, Warsaw, passed away on June 26, 2020 at 10:48 p.m., in Kosciusko County Community Hospital, Warsaw. He was born on Oct. 9, 1959. Surviving is one Son; Dexter Nine of Warsaw. Services will be private and interment will be at a later date. To Sign the Guestbook or Send a Condolence go to …read more.
Uptown Beauty Joint, 705 N. Huntington St., Syracuse, was the scene of an official ribbon cutting ceremony at 5 p.m. Friday, June 26, hosted by the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce.
Ronald G. Johnson Sr., 79, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 26, 2020, at the Center for Hospice Care, South Bend. Born in Chicago, Illinois on November 4, 1940, Ronald was the son of James W. and Cecile M. (Long) Johnson. After attending Plymouth High School, he went to work in the construction industry for …read more.
Suzanne “Sue” LaBrash, 83, Brownsburg, formerly of Mishawaka and Bremen, passed away June 26, 2020. Sue had been a music teacher and musician with the South Bend Symphony Orchestra. She was currently a member of Calvary United Methodist Church, Brownsburg. She was preceded in death by her husband James LaBrash, brother Carl Richard Carlson, and …read more.
Saturday evening’s ribbon-cutting officially marked the beginning of a new downtown Syracuse venture. A Touch of Beauty joined the community with plans to offer a variety of services, including a traditional barbershop in the storefront and an adjacent private skincare room.
The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is requesting your assistance in finding people wanted on felony or misdemeanor warrants. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these 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 each person is based …read more.
Peggy Glant, 74, Leesburg, passed away on June 25, at her home. She was born on May 24, 1946, in Heber Springs, Arkansas to Richard & Maudie (Baker) Westerman. Peggy pastored the Word of Grace Church along with her late husband Allen Glant. Peggy is survived by her three sons: Raymond “Butch” Warren; Todd Warren; …read more.
Carrie’s life journey ended on June 27, 2020, at Greencroft’s Evergreen Place. She was very grateful for her family, friends, caregivers, hospice, and Creator for her quality of life. Carrie was born February 26, 1917, to Mary L. (Wingard), and Henry H. Yoder. After her mother and father died, she was nurtured by her siblings …read more.
A benefit ride for Payton Slaymaker, a 9-year-old Claypool girl who is battling a brain tumor, will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, July 25, at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds.
Naomi Yake Siela Shilling, 89 of Pierceton,died Monday, June 22, 2020, at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw. Naomi was born Jan. 27, 1931, in Adams County, the daughter of Lewis and Della Frauhiger Yake. She married Leo Siela, Jr. in 1951 and he passed away in 1966. Her second marriage was to Bruce Shilling in …read more.
SOUTH BEND – Four Winds Field was chosen as the site for the Chicago Cubs’ taxi squad to help the team compete in the abbreviated 2020 baseball season.
Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department Investigated the following Incidents: 5:36 p.m. Friday, June 26, 500 block North Lake St., Warsaw. Glenna D. Jackson reported the theft of a bike. Value: $98. 6:47 a.m. Saturday, June 27, 2200 block East Center St., Warsaw. Scott M. Brown reported the theft of items from his car. …read more.
By Keith Knepp InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — The June edition of Syracuse’s “Last Friday” event enjoyed warm summer temperatures last evening as visitors to the event were treated to vendors, displays, free snacks and two free shows. The evening’s activities were organized by the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce. Taking place from 6-7:30 p.m.. at the …read more.
Glen Douglas Hunsberger, 78 of Mishawaka, passed away Tuesday, June 23, in St. Joseph Regional Medical Center of Mishawaka. He was born the son of Harry and Janis Staton Hunsberger on July 22, 1941, in Mishawaka, where he lived most of his life. In his free time, he enjoyed motorcycles, fast cars, sports, basketball, tennis, …read more.
Andrew “Andy” Kenneth Kryder, 45, of Leesburg, went home to be with the Lord Thursday evening June 25, 2020, surrounded by his loving family. Andy was born April 1, 1975, in Fort Wayne to Roger and Marge (Barnum) Kryder. He married his high school sweetheart, Colleen Hoffert on June 24, 2000, sharing 28 years together; …read more.
U.S. Rep. Jackie Walorski (R-Ind.) announced Salem Slater, a senior at John Glenn High School in Walkerton, as the winner of the 2020 Congressional Art Competition for Indiana’s 2nd District. Salem’s winning artwork, “Hanging Pangolin,” will be on display in the U.S. Capitol for the next year alongside other winners from across the country. Salem was also the winner of the 2019 Congressional Art Competition.
Updates from the Milford Public Library.
The following programs are set to take place in July with the Warsaw Community Public Library.
Manchester University faculty members created an interdisciplinary summer course for incoming students that helps them transition from high school to college-level courses.
GOSHEN – The Howard Bailey Jr. Golf Tour stopped at Maplecrest Friday for its latest day of play.
U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and (R-Ind.) joined a bipartisan push to urge the COVID-19 Joint Acquisition Task Force (JATF) to prioritize the procurement of American-made PPE, and to consider comprehensive measures in order to bring supply chains back to American soil.
Republican Chad Miner, who touted himself as a native of Kosciusko County in his bid for Superior Court 3 judge, will face another native in the fall election. Warsaw Attorney Antony “Tony” Garza confirmed Friday night that he intends to file paperwork and challenge Miner for the judicial seat and run as a Democrat. The …read more.
SYRACUSE – Wawasee’s swim program lost an all-timer as Andy Kryder passed away Thursday night.
SebThe Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office is requesting your assistance in finding people wanted on felony or misdemeanor warrants. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these 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 each person …read more.
Rep. Jim Banks will be introducing legislation to make desecrating memorials to previous U.S. presidents or Founding Fathers a federal offense punishable up to 10 years in prison.
First Merchants Bank recently provided two food pantries in Bourbon with $1,500 each to help bolster their efforts.
An open house was held at Wawasee High School Friday afternoon, June 26, to say farewell to Joy Goshert, assistant superintendent for the Wawasee Community School Corporation, and Jim Evans, director of finance, both of whom are retiring effective Tuesday, June 30.
WINONA LAKE – Josh Neuhart and the Grace College sports information department carried home over a dozen national awards.
Between noon Wednesday, June 24, and noon Friday, June 26, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported a total of 20 new COVID-19 cases. This brings the county’s total number of reported cases to 453, with three deaths.
As many as 1,000 young children will be part of a summer program headed up by United Way that will attempt to get some of the most vulnerable students back on track ahead of the return to school this fall.
Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Elkhart County The following person was booked in the Elkhart County Corrections Facility: Fulton County The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail: Marshall County The following person was booked in the Marshall County Jail: Noble County The following people …read more.
The Watershed Foundation’s second annual “Dance Through the Decades” at Tippy Dance Hall, 293 EMS T25 Lane, Leesburg, is set for Saturday, July 25. It promises to be a fun-packed and nostalgic evening, with dancing under the stars to live music from Key West’s acclaimed Reggie Sullivan Band.
Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 11 p.m. Thursday, June 25, East CR 1300N and North CR 300E, Milford. Driver: Haiden A. Morgan, 30, Northshore Drive, Syracuse. Morgan’s vehicle struck a deer. Damages up to $5,000. Silver Lake Officers with the Silver Lake Police Department investigated the following …read more.
Larry O. Haines, 76, of rural Roann, passed at 10 p.m., Tuesday, June 23, 2020, at his residence. Larry was born on July 23, 1943, in Wyoming to the late James and Kathryn (Stapp) Haines. He married on June 19, 1965, to Barbara E. Hancock, she preceded him in death on Dec. 7, 2015. Larry …read more.
Grace Village Retirement Community is pleased to announce it has received an $8,000 grant from the Kosciusko County Community Foundation’s Community Funds Grants, a competitive grant process aimed at supporting local nonprofit organizations.
The Symphony of the Lakes will continue its holiday tradition with a full-length patriotic “Salute to America” concert at Tabernacle Field in Winona Lake, across from the Boathouse, at 8 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, just preceding the town’s fireworks display.
Showers and thunderstorms are likely throughout the weekend, according to the National Weather Service.
NAPPANEE – NorthWood’s Brock Flickinger has chosen Huntington University to continue his basketball and academic career.
Winning a Pageant is no easy task, but for Madelyn Zimmerman, this was just one of many impressive achievements and undertaking the college sophomore has.
On Thursday night, June 25, a vehicle pursuit led to arrest of Maurice R. Jackson, 29, South Bend.
On Saturday, August 1, 2020, at 9 a.m., Northeast Indiana Base Community Council (NIBCC) will host its 6th Annual Race for the Warrior 5k/10k run/walk/roll runway race at the Fort Wayne International Airport.
There’s a new design at the welcome to Syracuse sign on SR 13 and it is much more than just pretty.
An attempt to stop a felony suspect resulted in a pursuit through the Plymouth area and a collision with a Marshall County Sheriff’s vehicle. Events began at 11:57 a.m. Thursday, June 25.
A Warsaw man faces charges after allegedly striking a woman and a minor.
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A Warsaw woman was recently arrested after allegedly battering a man with a hacksaw.
Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:
Once again we are pleased to have Kerlin Motorsports sponsor the hole-in-one event. Every golfer will have a chance at winning a 202 Mahindra eMax20 sub-compact tractor and loader.
By Travis McConnell Guest Column As a candidate for commissioner, you may be wondering something that I once did and many have asked me – “what the heck does a commissioner do anyway?” We have a Board of three commissioners and a County Council of seven people. Generally, commissioners are in charge of the exercise …read more.
Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 10:11 p.m. Thursday, June 25, 11400 block North Syracuse Webster Road, Syracuse. Officers investigated a report of a protective order violation. 7:19 p.m. Thursday, June 25, 100 block South CR 400W, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of domestic battery. 10:53 a.m. Thursday, …read more.
The Grossnickle Foundation, a Donor Advised fund of the Kosciusko County Community Foundation, recently awarded a $5,000 grant to support Boomerang Backpacks.
Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 5:44 a.m. Wednesday, June 24, East CR 500N, east of EMS T11 Lane, Warsaw. Driver: Michael R. Sherburne, 46, East Riverside Drive, Warsaw. Sherburne was traveling east on East CR 500N when a deer entered the roadway. Damages up to $5,000. …read more.
Michael Douglas Rennaker, 21, Churubusco, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on Monday, June 22, 2020. Born in Whitley County, on June 29, 1998, to Paul and Rebecca Sue (Becky Bell) Athy-Rennaker. He spent his formative years in Churubusco, graduating from Churubusco High School in 2017. He went on to …read more.
Linda Jane Dale, 70, formerly of Milford, Ohio, died at 11:28 a.m., Wednesday, June 24, 2020, at Timbercrest Healthcare Center in North Manchester. She was born Oct. 10, 1949, in Wabash, Indiana to Lewis E. and Leah (Stone) Dale. Linda was a 1967 graduate of Northfield High School, received her BS degree from Manchester College …read more.
A high-speed vehicle pursuit that ended in Marshall County led to the arrest of two people.
Coach Russ Teall, passed away peacefully Wednesday evening at 10:05 p.m. with his prayerful family at his side. A public visitation and tribute service is being planned following the lifting of COVID restrictions and the July 4th holiday weekend. Details to follow in the coming days. To honor Russ and his teaching/coaching career, a preferred …read more.
Floyd E. “Bud” Bradley, 69, rural Rochester, passed at 8:07 p.m., Wednesday, June 24, 2020, at Woodlawn Hospital of Rochester. Bud was born on July 23, 1950, in McArthur, Ohio to the late Floyd and Areminda (Refitt) Bradley. He married on Sept. 11, 1972, in Rochester to Betty Johnson, she survives. He had been in …read more.
Diana Marie Sult, 80, Rochester passed away at 3:15 p.m., Thursday, June 25, 2020, at Kosciusko Community Hospital of Warsaw. Arrangements are pending at Good Family Funeral Home of Rochester.
INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Sports Corp announced its formation of Team Indiana to help promote sports in the Hoosier State.
On June 23, members of the Milford Town Council met with Steven Marquart, street and utilities superintendent, to develop a tentative budget for 2021.
Two people from Wabash were airlifted to a Fort Wayne hospital after a two-vehicle accident in Silver Lake on Wednesday morning.
A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared for a Schererville man.
At the Syracuse Town Council meeting on June 16, the council passed resolution 20-07 which closes Lakeside Park and Hoy’s Beach on July 3-4 due to the spread of the coronavirus.
A Warsaw woman who allegedly left two minors home alone for several days has been charged with neglect.
Cassandra Marie “Cass” Fleck, 32, of North Manchester, formerly of Akron, passed away at 8:11 p.m. on Sunday, June 21, 2020, at Major Hospital in Shelbyville. She was born on July 20, 1987 in Warsaw, to Charles Edward and Lisa Marie (Kindig) Slone III. She was later adopted by Timothy R. Fleck. She lived most …read more.
Vickie G. Lerch, 68, of Milford, passed away at 1:59 p.m. on Monday, June 22, 2020, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne. She was born on March 20, 1952, in Jacksonville, Fla. to Eugene and Joyce (Latham) Bivins. She graduated in 1970 from Hobart High School and was married on March 20, 1971 …read more.
The Wawasee Flotilla will be running its 59th parade Saturday, July 4, which is a perfect time to celebrate independence, freedom and national pride. This year’s theme is “Proud to be an American.”
Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Elkhart County The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Corrections Facility: Fulton County The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail: Marshall County The following people were booked in the Marshall County Jail: Whitley County The following people were …read more.
Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 2:44 p.m. Wednesday, June 24, West CR 1350N, west of North CR 950W, Warsaw. Driver: Donna L. Prescott, 54, West CR 1350N, Nappanee. Prescott was traveling west on West CR 1350N when a horse belonging to Kenneth Slabaugh, Nappanee, got loose and …read more.
The Animal Welfare League presents its “Pets of the Week” featuring Zena the dog, and Ginger the cat.
Small Claims The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: BGM HUntington Ridge LLC v. Stephanie Cannon, $1,615 Heather Rush, $2,886.26 Julia Ulrich, $183.93 John Wise v. Heather Smith, $2,925 Warsaw Health System LLC c/o Komyatte & Casbon PC v. Michael Marsh, $1210 Jordan McClone, $1,703.12 …read more.
Following the COVID-19 outbreak pandemic and resulting stay-at-home orders, Fellowship Missions in Warsaw decided to look at alternative options for the homeless living in its shelter. In February, the Association of Gospel Rescue Missions shared information about the possibility of partnering with local church camps to expand their ministry.
The Global Leadership Summit Warsaw will take place Thursday, Aug. 6, and Friday, Aug. 7.
Starting this summer, Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams is offering an event series that will give people access to time-tested best-practices, guidance from ecological professionals, and hands-on lake and stream activities to enjoy with the whole family. The center is excited to offer this suite of resources. There’s something for everyone, from business owners and families to local government and lake associations.
University of Notre Dame officials declined Tuesday to say whether they’ll proceed with plans to host the first presidential debate Sept. 29 between Republican incumbent Donald Trump and Democratic challenger Joe Biden, after the University of Michigan announced it had canceled its debate.
Brandon Kramer, 29, of Goshen, was sentenced today, Thursday, June 25, by U.S. District Court Judge Jon E. DeGuilio upon his guilty plea to production of child pornography, announced U.S. Attorney Kirsch.
Service Update: A graveside service for Delbert F. Sams II will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 27, at Hillcrest Cemetery, Pierceton with Pastor Jim Baughman officiating. McHatton- Sadler are entrusted to all services.
Can we please fix our firework ordinance in the city?
This year’s celebration for recent graduates of Purdue University Fort Wayne has reached its apex with a special delivery. In recognition of their significant achievements, the newest members of the Mastodon Alumni Community are receiving “Commencement in a Box.”
Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:
The Blueberry Festival in Plymouth has officially been canceled.
Due to an unforeseen family illness, Kevin Bowser’s June 27, funeral service has been cancelled. The family greatly appreciates your understanding in this trying time and welcomes you to donate to Celebrate Recovery in memory of Mr. Bowser. Please mail gifts to New Life Church and World Outreach, 744 South 325 East, Warsaw, IN 46582. …read more.
Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incident: 8:54 p.m. Friday, June 19, 300 block Henry Street, Syracuse. Battery incident reported. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 10:11 p.m. Wednesday, June 24, 900 block Anchorage Road, Warsaw. Report of domestic battery. 3:19 p.m. Wednesday, June 24, 100 …read more.
Following an extensive multi-state executive candidate search, the Board of Directors of CASA of Kosciusko County is pleased to announce the appointment of the county’s new Executive Director of CASA.
A Warsaw man who deliberately struck a bicyclist with his car last year will serve a split sentence.
Jerry Lee Stutzman, 79, Syracuse, passed away at 8:50 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24, 2020, at Avalon Village Healthcare in Ligonier. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse
Gov. Eric J. Holcomb today, Wednesday, June 24, announced the Indiana COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program, which will use $25 million in federal CARES Act funding to help Hoosiers struggling to pay rent due to the impact of COVID-19.
WARSAW – Warsaw Little League played through a little rain Wednesday evening in baseball action at Boggs Park.
INDIANAPOLIS – 15 golfers from around the state were chosen for the IHSGCA Academic All-State list, including a pair from Wabash.
Kosciusko County Health officials learned on Tuesday of the third death in the county due to COVID-19.
By Sarah Wright InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — Everyone is invited to stop by uptown Syracuse for the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s free June Last Friday event: Family Night Out. All the action will occur from 6-7:30 p.m. June 26 at the corner of Dolan and West Main streets, with parking available in the parking lot along …read more.
Luke Griner, a 2019 graduate of Wawasee High School, was one of eight students from Indiana’s 3rd Congressional District accepting appointments to the U.S. Service Academies’ Class of 2024. The announcement was made Wednesday, June 24, by U.S. Rep. Jim Banks.
The Lilly Center recently co-hosted an invasive species webinar with the Starry Stonewort Collaborative. David Carr, project manager at the collaborative, presented during the webinar.
NEW YORK – Major League Baseball and the players association have come to an agreement to begin the season on one month.
Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 12:35 a.m. Wednesday, June 24, 1600 block East CR 200N, Warsaw. Ana Lozano Chavez reported a stolen license plate. 11:21 p.m. Monday, June 22, 7300 block Moore Road, Nappanee. Troy Allen Deeter reported fraud. 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 23, 100 block Walnut …read more.