WARSAW — Organizers of Warsaw’s First Friday are looking for antique vendors to participate in Art-tober First Friday on Oct. 4. Vendors who sell any type of antiques, including art, jewelry, books, vintage clothing, collectibles and more, are asked to send pictures of merchandise to [email protected] for vetting. Booth fees are $25. “This is our …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw couple was recently charged for providing alcohol to more than 30 people under the age of 21. John Albert Tucker, 52; and Maria E. Tucker, 49, both of 1542 Country Club Drive East, Warsaw, are charged with furnishing alcohol to a minor, a class C misdemeanor. On June 22, officers with …read more.

Hei Hatcher, Warsaw, passed away after a long illness at 7:11 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019, at Parkview Randallia Hospital in Fort Wayne at the age of 39. She was born on April 8, 1980, in Seoul, South Korea to Sook Kyung (Kim) Cho and Kyung Hwan Cho. On May 10, 2008 she was …read more.

NAPPANEE – NorthWood took flight for the second time this season with a championship, winning the NorthWood Girls Golf Invite in record fashion Thursday evening.

Judy K. Metzger, 73, Pierceton, passed away at 8:40 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2019, at her home. She was born on Oct. 27, 1945, in Pierceton, to Keith and Stella (English) Phillips. She was a lifetime Pierceton area resident and attended Pierceton High School. She was married on Dec. 20, 1970, in Illinois to …read more.

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

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following accident: 9:40 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 8, Pickwick Drive, Syracuse. Driver: Jane Lozano, 88, Portland Street, Syracuse. Lozano’s vehicle struck a parked vehicle in the parking lot of Miler’s Merry Manor. Damage up to $2,500.  Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accident: …read more.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incident: 2:01 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 8, 400 block Higbee Street, Milford. Theft of $1,000 cash from the China Sea restaurant was reported.  Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incident: 1:34 a.m. Monday, Aug. 5, 200 block North Oak Street, Syracuse. Jacklyn …read more.

ST. JOSEPH COUNTY — If you’re looking for a good bargain, you might find one along U.S. 12 this weekend.

WARSAW — Hidden Lake, the home of the Lake City Skiers, is about to gain some national attention this weekend. The ski team will host the USA Water Ski Division I National Show Ski Championships, beginning Friday, Aug. 9, and continuing through Sunday, Aug. 11, in what is expected to be the biggest event in …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman was recently arrested after allegedly battering a man with special needs. Britanie Kay Marie Johnson, 22, 340 E. Levi Lee Road #66, Warsaw, is being charged with battery, a class A misdemeanor. On Aug. 1, an officer with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office went to an undisclosed residence in regards …read more.

Billy Harper, 65, Claypool, passed away at 9:38 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 8, 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

NORTH WEBSTER — The Watershed Foundation announces Brad Clayton as the newest watershed conservationist joining Sam St. Clair and Scott Zeigler. Clayton is a North Webster native, who graduated from Oklahoma State University in 2009 with a bachelor of science in plant and soil science. Clayton has worked both with producers as a yield-pro specialist …read more.

WARSAW — More pleasant, rain-free weather is in the forecast for much of the weekend in north-central Indiana. Highs on Friday, Aug. 9, and Saturday, Aug. 10, are expected to be 81 with mostly sunny skies during the day and clear conditions at night in Kosciusko County, the National Weather Service said. Sunday will be …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Superior Court I Judge David Cates spoke before the Kosciusko County Council Thursday night, Aug. 8 and gave the panel an update on one of his most championed programs, the Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative or JDAI. The program is designed to give offenders who are minors a chance to avoid jail …read more.

WARSAW — Two people from Warsaw were recently arrested after allegedly stealing a cellphone. Jacob Daniel King, 21, 944 E. Garfield St., Warsaw, is being charged with theft, a class A misdemeanor; and sentence enhancement theft, a level 6 felony. Heather Jean Fountain, 28, 944 E. Garfield St., Warsaw, is being charged with theft, a class …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — During a special board meeting on Thursday, Aug. 8, the Whitko School Board approved the hiring of Jake Everett as the new Whitko Jr./Sr. High School principal. Everett previously worked at Manchester Community Schools for seven years in a variety of positions, including social studies teacher, basketball coach and digital learning coach. …read more.

WARSAW — A Bunker Hill man who police said was driving a stolen car when it ran into a train will face multiple charges related to the incident. James Douglas Cable, 47, 3038 West CR 850S, Bunker Hill, is charged with theft, a class A misdemeanor; failure to stop after a vehicle accident, a class …read more.

SILVER LAKE —  A Silver Lake resident requested that the speed limit be lowered at the curve on SR 15 entering town due to truck traffic from the Louis Dreyfus Company, located in Claypool. Kent Parks brought up the issue at Wednesday’s town council meeting.  Parks lives near the Pizza King, in the area of …read more.

WARSAW — With the 2019-2020 school year around the corner, the Kosciusko Board of Realtors continued its annual partnership with Combined Community Services to provide local children with back-to-school backpacks loaded with all their needed school supplies. KBOR partnered with Sabrina Phillips, director of self sufficiency, and the CCS staff for the sixth year. This …read more.

Addam Shepherd, 76, passed away quietly at Mason Health and Rehabilitation in Warsaw, on Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019, at 2:35 a.m. Arrangements for his Life Celebration are entrusted to Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.TitusFuneralHome.com

Fulton The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail: Marshall The following people were booked in the Marshall County Jail:

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Holden Chugga, chugga, chugga, choo-choo! Can you hear it? It’s the snuggle train, driven by the AWL’s cuddle conductor Holden. This huggable hairball is a nine-month-old, neutered, male Domestic Short Hair mix. He …read more.

Editor’s note: Due to recent software changes at the Kosciusko County Justice Building, InkFreeNews will not be posting traffic infractions and marriage dissolutions this week. We hope to post them next week. Small Claims The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Dental Health PC v. …read more.

Lorraine Rainford, 56, Warsaw, passed away at 10:56 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2019, at her home. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, SR 13 and CR 500N, North Webster

MONTICELLO — The family of a 12-year-old boy who died at the amusement park is suing the owners.

MENTONE — The Mentone Town Council is continuing to deal with the fate of two beleaguered properties that, according to town officials, present safety concerns. The properties are owned by Eddie Tridle, according to the board and are located at 412 Main Street and 408 W. Monroe Street. According to Town Marshal James Eads, the …read more.

Jack Edward Ulery, 82, passed away on Aug. 4, 2019, in his home in Coupeville on Whidbey Island, Wash., from Alzheimer’s Disease. He was born in Nappanee, Oct. 7, 1936, to Walter C. Ulery and Ione Best Ulery. He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Judi …read more.

Lois E. Harrison, 81, Syracuse, passed away at 4:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2019, at her home. She was born on April 28, 1938, in Peru, to Charles and Mary (Pontius) Fish. She lived most of her life in the Marion area and was married on Aug. 16, 1975, in Wabash County, to Steven …read more.

TALMA — As local schools begin welcoming students back into the classroom this week from summer break, safety at area school bus stops will likely be on everyone’s mind. The 2018-2019 school year could be seen by many as tragic in terms of bus stop safety, with three Tippecanoe Valley students killed in October, 2018, …read more.

MILFORD – Housing Opportunities of Warsaw (HOW), a local not-for-profit organization that assists in improving the housing conditions of low-income households in Kosciusko County, is offering Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) tax credits until March 31, 2020. Those interested in the tax credits for their 2019 Indiana state taxes must purchase the credits by Dec. 31. …read more.

ETNA GREEN — The children of Dave and Wanda Mikel (Rick, Tracy, Spencer and April) will host a 50th wedding anniversary reception for their parents with an open house. It will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, at Harrison Center Church, 965 S. 800W, Etna Green. Help them celebrate their special …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Gary and Nancy (Sloan) Hill of North Webster will be joyfully celebrating 46 years of marriage Sunday, Aug. 25. They have one daughter, one son-in-law and one granddaughter who reside in Cromwell. In celebration of this anniversary, they will be going to their condo located in Traverse City, Mich., in early October. …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting the Central Park Concert Series at the Central Park Plaza at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9. If you like jazzy pop/contemporary, you won’t want to miss the Alicia Pyle Quartet. The band starts playing at 7 p.m. and will play until 8:30 …read more.

MUNCIE — Wawasee’s cheer team recently finished up a trip to the Universal Cheerleaders Association cheer camp at Ball State and brought home a number of accolades from the four-day stint.

Lynn Annette (Oliver) Plett, 50, formerly of Warsaw, passed away Thursday, Feb. 14, 2019, in Slovakia while serving as a missionary. In September 2018 she was diagnosed with stage IV bladder cancer and fought a valiant battle until her death, lasting much longer and living a fuller life than all doctors predicted. She was born …read more.

North Webster Officers from the North Webster Police Department investigated the following incident: 9:33 p.m. Monday, Aug. 5, 8000 block of North SR 13, Syracuse. Police responded to the John McCallister residence to investigate a theft from a storage unit. Warsaw Officers from the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incident: 8:58 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 11:50 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, East CR 200N, Pierceton. Driver: Gary C. Powell, 62, Big Boulder CV, Fort Wayne. While pulling his semi tractor and trailer into a fenced lot, Powell’s trailer made contact with the fence. Damage up to $10,000. 5:52 p.m. …read more.

Cloyce Menzie, 96, Warsaw, passed away at 5:15 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019, in Kosciusko Community Hospital. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Those in the Amish community received notice at the end of July that the license fee for horse-drawn vehicles is increasing significantly beginning Sept. 2. Kosciusko County Commissioners voted in early July after months of discussion by the Kosciusko County Council on increasing the wheel tax for most motorized vehicles, to increase …read more.

WARSAW — A benefit fundraiser will be held from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, for an 8-year-old Claypool girl battling cancer. Payton Slaymaker was recently diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor, also known as a DIPG.  The event will be held at Warsaw Family Worship Center, located at 1250 Husky Trail, Warsaw. The …read more.

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

SYRACUSE — Wawasee girls golf collected a victory over Columbia City in its home-opener Wednesday.

WINONA LAKE – When Gracie Perez moved to Texas at age 15, she didn’t know any English outside of the words “yes” and “no.” Stepping into a new school, a new language, and a new country all at once felt like a mountain too big for a teenager to climb.

WARSAW — Optimist club members and friends of John Elliott gathered Wednesday morning to honor the longtime community leader who plans to move soon to South Carolina. Members of the Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club and others honored Elliott — who turned 75 on Wednesday — at the Shrine Building, making it clear how much he …read more.

LEESBURG — At approximately 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, Lutheran EMS and Leesburg Fire Department were called to the scene of a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of CR 700N and CR 300E, Leesburg. Initial reports indicate that several people were injured in the accident. North Webster Fire Department was later called in to assist. …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Traffic Safety Commission meeting held Wednesday, Aug. 7, focused almost entirely on school safety.  Husky Trail, where Harrison Elementary School is located, has been the chief area of concern in recent months, following the death of 8-year-old Gidieon Cook, who was struck by a vehicle on Husky Trail in June, as …read more.

SYRACUSE — All schools in the Wawasee Community Community School Corporation will be holding a back to school open house from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13. There will be no freshman and new student orientation Aug. 8 at Wawasee High School. Instead, that will be held in the auditorium at the high school …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The two main items of business during the Kosciusko Area Plan Commission meeting held today, Aug. 7, were both continued. Blue Barn Berry Farm, 9139 N 300 E, Syracuse, was on the agenda to rezone 8.16 acres from a Residential District to an Agricultural District. Dan Richard, area planning director, explained that the …read more.

Judy K. Metzger, 73, Pierceton, passed away at 8:40 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2019, at her home. Arrangements are pending at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, 4356 N. SR 15, Warsaw,

Lois E. Harrison, 81, of Syracuse, passed away at 4:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2019, at her home. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St. Syracuse

Martha P. Paxton, 75, Warsaw, passed away at 12:25 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2019, in Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne.  She was born on April 5, 1944, to Harold and Martha R. Bender in Pennsylvania. She was united in marriage on June 27, 1964, to Terry L. Paxton in Newville, Penn. She was a former …read more.

WARNING: The following article contains information that may not be suitable for all readers. Alexander Glen Hurley WARSAW — After a two-day jury trial and approximately three hours of deliberation, Alexander Glen Hurley, Warsaw, was found not guilty of rape. The trial continued Wednesday, Aug. 7, with the state resting and defense beginning its argument …read more.

Don E. Merryman died peacefully on Aug. 2, 2019, in Naperville, Ill. at the age of 84. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Carolyn Merryman. He is survived by daughter Brenda Laird (David), son Brad Merryman (Cathi), seven grandchildren who knew him as G-Dawg, and brother Lowell Merryman. He was born in …read more.

SYRACUSE — Day two of Camp H.E.R.O. was a little more hands on for the 106 campers and an opportunity to learn what it involves, training and equipment necessary. “It’s going absolutely phenomenal,” stated Kosciusko County Sheriff Kyle Dukes. “The kids are having a blast. The games are fun, the demonstrations are fun.” The second …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Fulton The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail: Elkhart The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Detention Facility: Marshall The following people were booked in the Marshall County Jail:

Wanda May Brown, 80, died Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2019, at Goshen Hospital. She was born Jan. 26, 1939, in Goshen to Arthur and Marcella (Keim) Coy. On Feb. 14, 1959, she married Wayne “Sonny” Allen Brown in Syracuse.  He died Sept. 13, 2006. Survivors include a daughter, Lisa (John) Peterson, Syracuse; three sons, Larry (Kitty) …read more.

WARSAW — Multiple fire departments were called to a mobile home in Suburban Acres at 3699 North CR 175E, Warsaw Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 7. Central Dispatch called out first responders shortly after 12:30 p.m. and directed units to lot 4 of the mobile home park, reporting that the caller was hysterical and that the home …read more.

ETNA GREEN — Run for a Hero will take place at 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, at Heritage Park in Etna Green. The park is located at 300 S. Walnut St., Etna Green. Registration will begin at 8 a.m., with the 1-mile fun run beginning at 9 a.m. and the 5k starting at 10 a.m.  …read more.

WINONA LAKE — While a motorcyclist remains hospitalized in Fort Wayne in critical but stable condition, the motorist accused of hitting him with a car on Aug. 4, has been officially charged with two counts of criminal recklessness and was reportedly out on bond at the time for multiple other offenses. Glenn Dale Chupp, 20, …read more.

WARSAW — The city parks department will host a Family Movie Night featuring Disney’s “Ralph Breaks the Internet” on Saturday, August 10, by Center Lake Beach. The feature will begin at 7:30 p.m, according to information provided by the parks department. Free kids’ bingo will begin at 6:00. Visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Grace College’s athletic department selected Nate Wadley as the Lancers’ next strength and conditioning coach.

Jeffrey Wayne House, 52 passed away unexpectedly Aug. 1, 2019, in Huntington Beach, Calif. He was born March 26, 1967, in Goshen, to Larry Wayne Wolf and Mary Jane Walters House, both of Ligonier. He is survived by his step-father, Marvin House, his father, Larry Wolf, his step-mother, Susie Wolf, sisters, Gretchen (David) Campbell of Tenn.; Chris (Jed) Morris, …read more.

Martha P. Paxton, 75, Warsaw, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2019, at 12:25 a.m. in Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To sign the register book or leave condolences electronically, go to mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

WINONA LAKE — Police in Winona Lake are seeking the public’s help with a theft case. Winona Lake Police have posted a video online showing a man believed to be involved in a theft case that happened on July 13 in a Winona Lake school parking lot. A vehicle was broken into and a purse …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse Parks and Recreation Department will host its annual Kid Olympics on Saturday, Aug. 24 at the Harold Schrock Athletic Complex.

WARSAW — City Council candidate Sara McNeal-Strahan Lenfestey has organized two upcoming events that are open to the public. She’s hosting a community barbecue Friday, Aug. 9 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Beyer Park. The event is a fundraiser for her campaign.  Food and drinks will be served and entertainment will be provided by …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 1:35 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, 8400 block of North CR 850E, Syracuse. Police responded to a call from Matthews Painting Company regarding the theft of a pressure washer and accessories. Value: $1,000. 8 a.m. Friday, Aug. 2, 4800 block of North Baldwin Road, …read more.

Debbie Richey, 48, Columbia City, passed away at 7 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2019, at home. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City

Melodye “Mel” A. Nulf, 62, Columbia City, passed away at 9:15 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2019, at Parkview Whitley Hospital, Columbia City. Arrangements are pending at DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City

Kyle R. Hunter, 20, Ligonier, passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2019, at his home. He was born on March 26, 1999, the son of Michael R. Hunter and Jennifer (Carder) Wines in Goshen. He is survived by his mother, Jennifer Wines of Ligonier; Father, Michael R. (Amber) Hunter of Ligonier; sister, Annie Wines of …read more.

Gary L. Cooley, 58, Ligonier, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2019, at his home.  He was born on May 8, 1961, the son of Armando “Chuck” S. and Judith K. (Emrick) Cooley in Kendallville. He worked at: Kidd’s Marshmallow in Ligonier, JC Pontoon in North Webster and Dexter Axle in Albion. He is survived …read more.

Kosciusko Officers from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 6:25 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, North Old Road 15, north of East Van Buren Street, Leesburg. Driver: Betsy A. Small, 44, North CR 850W, Pierceton. Small told police she was driving her vehicle south on Old Road 15 when a deer entered the …read more.

James “Jim” R.C Adams, 90, North Manchester, IN passed away August 5, 2019 at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne, IN. Arrangements are pending at McKee Mortuary.

Patricia A. Music, 73, Laketon, passed away at 3:40 a.m. at Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester. She was born on Dec. 9, 1945, to Raymond H. and Dorothy Louis (Wood) Nordman. She relished spending time and talking to her close-knit family and friends. She enjoyed crosswords, word searches, and the game show channel as well …read more.

Bonnie J. Garlish, 79, LaFontaine, went to be with her husband, Garry Garlish, on Aug. 3, 2019. She was born on March 24,1940 in Peoria, Ill. to the late Paul and Laura Alice (Buckner) Turner. She was a devoted mother to Lynn Bauer (Brian), of Hartford City, Lori (Mike) Brane, of LaFontaine and Loretta (Bob) …read more.

Former Rochester resident,  Mr. Robert E. Clemans,  91, of Elkhart, passed away on Aug. 6, 2019, at Elkhart General Hospital.   Arrangements are pending in the Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester.

WINONA LAKE — The Booth Brothers are coming to Winona Lake for a joint concert featuring The Guardians. The performance is scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 25 at the Winona Heritage Room, (formerly known as the Rodeheaver Auditorium).  The Booth Brothers are a trio known for their harmony-drenched vocals and warm, easy voices. Ronnie Booth, Michael Booth, …read more.

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

SYRACUSE — Approximately 105 youth ages 8-13 signed up for Camp Honor Excellence Respect Opportunity hosted by the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department. The three day camp, held at the Blue Barn Berry Farm and Event Center, located in Syracuse, features presentations from local EMS, fire departments, SWAT, bomb squad, K9 units and area law enforcement …read more.

Girls golf results from Tuesday, Aug. 6.

Wilbur O. Wheadon, 88, Rochester, passed away at 11:30 a.m., Monday, Aug. 5, 2019, at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester. As a youth, he graduated from Fulton High School and was an avid basketball player as a student. On May 28th, 1949, he and Joretta Ranz were married in Rochester. They shared 70 years of life’s adventures …read more.

WARSAW – The Kosciusko County Community Foundation’s deadline for the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship application will be 4:30 p.m., September 15. A link to the online application is now available on the foundation’s website at www.KCFoundation.org/Scholarships. Guidance counselors will also have a link to the application to share with eligible applicants. Applicants are encouraged to …read more.

SOUTH BEND – The South Bend Cubs Foundation has announced a second tryout date of August 11 for the summer 2020 travel team tryouts.

WARSAW — Fire Station No. 2 on East Center Street is showing its age, structurally. Parts of the structure are rusting away. Much of the damage is along exterior walls and around steel foundations. Some of the worst problems seem to be on the west side of the building, said Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory Fire Chief …read more.

MENTONE — Kayla Leininger was chosen by a Republican caucus Tuesday night to fill the vacancy on the Franklin Township Board left by the death of her mother-in-law. Leininger was the only candidate to file for the position, according to Kosciusko County Republican Party Chairman Mike Ragan. Precinct Committee members Jo Paczkowski and Jim Eads …read more.

WARNING: The following article contains information that may not be suitable for all readers. Alexander Glen Hurley WARSAW — The first two witnesses for the jury trial involving a Warsaw man accused of rape testified on Tuesday, Aug. 6. Alexander Glen Hurley is facing one charge of rape, a level 3 felony. The incident allegedly …read more.

WARSAW — At least one person has announced intentions to replace State Sen. Randy Head, who announced last week his intentions to resign this month. Jake Adams, a Flora man who served nine years active duty with the Marines, was touring State Senate District 18 on Monday, Aug. 5, drumming up support from Republican leadership …read more.

Carl D. Hite, 65, Rochester, passed away at 3:03 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana, Fort Wayne. He was born on Nov. 1, 1953, in Fulton County, the son of Raymond Ellsworth and Mary Ellen (Workman) Hite. He served with the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Mr. Hite was …read more.

WARSAW – Rozella Ford Golf Course hosted the Don Dicken Appreciation Golf Outing.

Rebecca M. Taylor, 69, Rochester, passed away at 9:36 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 3, 2019, at Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester, surrounded by her loving family as she went home to be with Jesus. She was born on April 21, 1950, in Knoxville, Tenn., the daughter of Jesse Ault and Maggie E. (Hackney) Thomas. On July 14, 1965, …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Kosciusko County Traffic Safety Partnership is joining about 230 law-enforcement agencies across Indiana and thousands nationwide in the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” mobilization. From mid-August through Labor Day, police will be working overtime to arrest impaired drivers. Expect to see increased sobriety checkpoints, roving patrols and saturation patrols. “Any substance …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The animal control controversy continued at the Kosciusko Commissioners meeting held Tuesday, Aug. 6, with court security eventually stepping in to cut off one woman’s time at the podium. Columbia City resident Kelly Bolenbaugh, who spoke at the July 23 commissioners meeting, approached the podium once the floor was open for public comments …read more.

BERRIEN COUNTY — Fall is closer than many of us might like to admit, and that means farmers will start harvesting their crops.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Whitko will also host a back to school night at the junior-senior high school Tuesday, Aug. 6 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Beginning at 6 p.m., 7th graders will participate in junior high orientation in the main auditorium, while at 7 p.m., ninth grade orientation for senior high students will be hosted …read more.

WARNING: The following article contains information that may not be suitable for all readers. WARSAW — A jury trial began Tuesday, Aug. 6, in Kosciusko County Circuit Court for a Warsaw man who faces a rape charge, which is a level 3 felony. Alexander Glen Hurley, 18, 2115 E. Hendricks St., Warsaw, was arrested in …read more.

Becky Mock, 73, Syracuse, passed away on Aug. 1, 2019, at Kosciusko Community Hospital. She was born on June 26, 1946, to Charles & Bernice (Montel) Fisher. On March 12, 1966, she married Fred Mock who preceded her in 2014. She is survived by her son Eric (Amy) Mock of Grand Rapids, Mich.; daughter, Daniele …read more.

HUNTINGTON COUNTY — The Indiana State Police investigated a single-vehicle rollover crash in rural Huntington County Monday morning, Aug. 5 in which the driver, two toddlers and an infant escaped without injury after their vehicle was involved in a rollover accident. At about 9:50 a.m., Trooper Jason Ward was called to investigate a single-vehicle rollover …read more.

By Darla McCammon I started this column looking for a way to help my readers engage their children in art. Instead, I found adults who create art from children’s play toys. Is it possible that LEGO toys can be considered art? Did you know the LEGO Company estimates there are over 50 LEGO bricks for …read more.

By KELLY HECKAMAN Purdue Extension Kosciusko County Extension Director LEESBURG — This year’s Kosciusko County Cattlemen’s Association and Purdue Extension Kosciusko County’s beef twilight tour offers fun and fellowship for all area beef producers starting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14. The 20th addition heads back to the Leesburg area. All who attend will get …read more.