Kosciusko Officers from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, 300 block of East North Kitson Lane, Syracuse. Police took a call from Jerod Galloway who reported tax papers and a boat registration taken from his residence.  10:45 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, 100 block of EMS D21C Lane, …read more.

Warsaw Officers from the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 4:56 p.m. Monday, Aug. 5, South McKinley Street, north of East Winona Avenue, Warsaw. Driver: Brandi L. Harvey, 19, Clark Street, Avilla; Nancy L. Corl, 62, Country Club Drive East, Warsaw. Harvey told police she was driving her vehicle on McKinley Street when she …read more.

David Turner of Winona Lake was awarded the Bill Reneker Memorial Community Service Award at the Town of Winona Lake’s Family Festival Luau on Saturday, Aug. 3, in the Winona Lake town park. Hundreds of Winona Lake residents of all ages spent the day in the park enjoying a petting zoo, face painting, bouncy houses, …read more.

WHITLEY COUNTY — Whitley County Sheriff’s Office investigated three separate accidents Monday, Aug. 5, that injured a total of seven people, including a Warsaw man. Rex S. Vier, 56, Warsaw, suffered a head injury and arm fractures in a three-vehicle accident. That accident occurred at 3:03 p.m. at SR 205 and CR 550E. He was …read more.

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

Leigh A. Utter, 58, Winona Lake, and formerly of Mentone, passed at 1:09 pm, Saturday, Aug. 3, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne, after being in failing health for the past few years. She was born on March 3, 1961, in Warsaw, to Terry L. and Anne (Nelson) Utter. She worked 29 years for …read more.

Carolyn J. Auer, 84, Milford, passed away at home surrounded by her family, on Sunday, Aug. 4, 2019. She was born on Feb. 11, 1935, the daughter of Willard and Esther (Gerber) Martin in Kokomo. On June 22, 1956, she married  Robert Eugene Auer; he survives. Other survivors include, four children, Roxana (Michael) Klauka of Holt, …read more.

Editor’s note: This story has been updated to include more detail about who is paying for the proposed fountain. WARSAW — Plans to install a water fountain as part of the North Buffalo Street plaza project were discussed Monday by the city’s redevelopment commission. Board members reviewed a plan by the city to hire Peerless …read more.

LAFAYETTE — NorthWood’s girls golf team picked up where it left off, firing a 312 and repeating as Lafayette Harrison Invitational champion in its opener Monday.

SILVER LAKE —  A fish, chicken and tenderloin fry will be held from 4 p.m. until sold out, Saturday, Aug. 10, at the Silver Lake Conservation Building, located at 108 S. Elm St., Silver Lake. Carry out only. The price is $9 per pound and side dishes are available. The event is sponsored by the …read more.

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WARSAW — Debra Collier’s School of Dance is kicking off their 43rd season with a night of sample classes on Tuesday, August 6. The open house is from 5:30 to 7 pm., at 1269 Husky Trail, Warsaw. Families can enjoy free classes, door prizes and performances by Class Act Dance Troupe.  Kosciusko Literacy Services will …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Grace celebrated its 22nd annual Lancer Classic golf outing Monday at Stonehenge Golf Club.

WARSAW — Annexation and continued development in the city will likely pay dividends as the city prepares its  2020 budget. While the city has seen steady growth in recent years in the amount of assessed value, which is the basis for calculating tax rates, the anticipated increase that will be finalized in the next few …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Thanks to its beautiful lakes, Kosciusko County is a popular place for summertime fun. Obvious ways to enjoy the water include picnicking on open beaches, water skiing with friends or fishing for bluegill. But there are a few less-traveled ways to enjoy local ecosystems Beyer Farm Trail – Pike Lake, Warsaw The Beyer …read more.

SYRACUSE — A number of topics were covered Saturday morning, Aug. 3, during the annual Syracuse Lake Association breakfast meeting. The two main topics dealt with the health of the lake and background and information on the formation of Turkey Creek Dam and Dike Conservancy. Dr. Nate Bosch, director of Lilly Lakes & Streams at …read more.

Kosciusko Officers from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 12:01 a.m. Monday, Aug. 5, East CR 1350N, east of North CR 1000E, Syracuse. Driver: Riley S. McFarren, 23, West Highland Drive, Ligonier. McFarren told police he was driving his vehicle east on CR 1350N when he swerved his vehicle to avoid a …read more.

WARSAW — A Syracuse man was recently arrested after officers responded to a report of a suspicious person and discovered drugs. Brandon Charles Carpenter, 32, 8727 E. Hatchery Road, Syracuse, is charged with operating a vehicle as a habitual traffic violator, possession of a narcotic drug, and possession of a syringe, all level 6 felonies; …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Tuesday, Aug. 6, will mark 44 years since the last time Syracuse resident Sarah Knisley saw her older sister alive. The 1975 murder of 17-year-old North Webster teen Laurel Jean Mitchell remains unsolved to this day. Mitchell’s murder sent shock waves through the sleepy little town. North Webster was considered quiet, peaceful — …read more.

Michael L. McCoy, 70, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 17, 2019, at home, surrounded by his family and friends following a short battle with cancer. He resided in Columbia City nearly all his life. He was born Nov. 20, 1948, to Robert and Donna (Burns) McCoy. He graduated from Columbia City Joint High School …read more.

Mary Lou Tyner, 81, North Manchester, passed away at 5:45 a.m. Aug. 3, 2019, at Kosciusko County Hospital, Warsaw. On Feb. 12, 1928, Mary Lou was born in Wabash County, Indiana to Howard and Flossie E. (Gunter) Tyner. She graduated from Chester High School in 1956. She was a founding member of Manchester Bible Church. …read more.

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

Marcella Jean (Haupert) Wilson, 95, passed away at 4:20 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, 2019, at Peabody Retirement Community in North Manchester. She was born Jan. 8, 1924, in Wabash, to Ora and Faye (Hubbard) Haupert. She and her future husband, DeVon, were baptized on the same day on April 16, 1935. She graduated from Urbana …read more.

Duane L. Siders, 71, Lagro, died at 11:26 am, Saturday, Aug. 3, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor East in Wabash, due to complications from a stroke. He was born Nov. 18, 1947,  in Wabash, to Don and Mary (Brinson) Siders. Duane was a 1966 graduate of Northfield High School. He was a U.S. Navy veteran …read more.

Barbara Jean Preston, 83, of rural Wabash, died at 4:58 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 4, 2019, at her home. She was born Dec. 3, 1935, in Paintsville, Kentucky to Ed and Christine (Bailey) Hampton. Barbara was a 1953 graduate of Meade Memorial High School. She married Lyman Joe Preston in Paintsville on Dec. 25, 1954. She …read more.

WARSAW — It does not appear Chick-fil-A is preparing to open a new restaurant in Warsaw. InkFreeNews reached out to the company’s corporate office late Friday afternoon after two signs were posted in front of the old Steak ‘n Shake restaurant along US 15 on Warsaw’s north side, claiming Chick-fil-A would open a store at …read more.

Deborah L. White, 62, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by those who loved her most, at 6:50 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, 2019. Deb was born on Oct. 27, 1956, in Hobart, to Robert and Phyllis (Luse) Caldwell. Her father tragically passed away when she was young. Her mother would re-marry, to Frank Hutton, …read more.

Carole Sue Shepherd, Warsaw, entered into Heaven at 8:03 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 2, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne, at the age of 76. She was born on May 21, 1943, in Portland, Ore., to Nadyne Doris (Chandler) Deisch and Virgil Chester Deisch.  Carole was a 1961 graduate of Leesburg, High School in …read more.

WARSAW — A Pierceton woman was recently arrested after allegedly stealing items from Walmart and returning them in exchange for shopping cards. Nicole Ann Wetli, 28, 8280 E. US 30 #5, Pierceton, is being charged with corrupt business influence, a level 5 felony; and four counts of theft, all class A misdemeanors. On Oct. 22, …read more.

WARSAW — City council will begin reviewing tentative plans for the 2020 budget Monday night, Aug. 5. The city council meeting at city hall starts at 6 p.m., Monday, an hour earlier than normal, to accommodate the budget discussion. According to the council agenda, department budgets for aviation, building and planning, cemetery, public works and …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested after allegedly battering a woman. Chad James Hugo, 37, 209 E. Ramar Drive, Warsaw, is being charged with domestic battery with a child under 16 present, a level 6 felony; and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. On July 23, an officer with the Warsaw Police Department spoke …read more.

Karen S. Miller, 80, formerly of Nappanee, died at 4:35 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 3, 2019, at Paddock Nursing Home in Warsaw.  She was born March 1, 1939, in Kokomo, to Richard and Garnet (Smith) Widup. Karen has lived in this area since 1957. She was a graduate of Milford High School and attended St. Mary’s College …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Kosciusko, Fulton and Marshall counties are among 39 entities that will all receive grant money for increased traffic enforcement at school bus stops. Gov. Eric Holcomb announced the grant funding Monday, Aug. 5. About 230 Indiana police agencies receive federal grants for highly visible traffic enforcement, including speeding, aggressive driving and school bus …read more.

PIERCETON — Edward J. Frost, 51, Warsaw, is in serious condition following a motorcycle-car accident at 7:08 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, on Pierceton Road, west of South CR 600E. Frost was transported to Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne, for his injuries. The driver of the vehicle involved, Glen D. Chupp, 20, Nappanee, was taken to Kosciusko …read more.

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

James I. “Cook” Taulbee 57, Kewanna, passed away at 5:11 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019, at his residence. He was born Aug. 23, 1961, in Knox, the son of James Willie and EmoJean (Cole) Taulbee. Taulbee had worked as a well driller, press operator and retired from the State of Indiana Department of Transportation. He …read more.

Warsaw – Kosciusko County Community Foundation has hosted six of 11 hometown chats throughout the county, and five more are scheduled for August. The purpose of the chats is for the Community Foundation to hear from residents in each town about what the needs are in their communities. The chats will help inform the Community …read more.

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incident: midnight Saturday, Aug. 3, 1200 block South Huntington St., Syracuse. Wilby’s reported theft. Value: $47.80.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 1:42 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, 2100 block East Jefferson St., Warsaw. Carrie L. Adkins reported found property. …read more.

Claypool Officers with the Claypool Police Department investigated the following accident: 4:45 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, West CR 1200S, west of Peru Road, Silver Lake. Drivers: Rose M. Howell, 59, West Warren Avenue, Silver Lake; and Macallister R. Yarnelle, 20, West CR 1200S, Silver Lake. Howell was traveling east on CR 1200S when her vehicle …read more.

SYRACUSE — A free, three-part series about historical Northeastern Indiana will be featured at the Syracuse Community Center, 1013 N. Long Drive, Syracuse in early September. Event dates and times are as follows: Thursday, Sept. 5, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. “Algonquin inhabitants of Indiana’s Forest.” Focus on how the Miami and Potawatomie nations responded to the …read more.

PIERCETON — A motorcycle driver has been transported to a Fort Wayne hospital after the motorcycle was struck by a vehicle at approximately 7:11 p.m. tonight, Sunday, Aug. 4. The accident was on Pierceton Road, west of CR 600E, south of Pierceton. Samaritan Air Ambulance was called to the scene, but disregarded when it was …read more.

WARSAW — An Indiana State flag has been placed at the Oakwood Cemetery Chapel, courtesy of an anonymous donor. Sexton Hal Heagy told the Oakwood Board of Regents Thursday that he was contacted by Ken Locke, Warsaw Salvation Army administrator and Greater Warsaw Ministerial Association director. “Somebody wanted to spend some money on a project. …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.

NORTH WEBSTER — Games, prizes, hot dogs and fun filled the North Webster Community Center gym during the grand finale picnic marking the end of the summer reading program at North Webster Community Public Library. All summer reading participants and their families were invited to a free hot dog picnic in celebration of a successful …read more.

Charles “Charlie” Eugene Frey, 85, died at 8:50 a.m. Wednesday, July 31, 2019, at Peabody Retirement Community, where he had been for the past eight days. He was born on Jan. 6, 1934, in Coldwater, Mich., a son of the late Paul D. and Al Wilda (Wright) Frey. Charlie graduated from Laketon High School in …read more.

Thomas L. Drew, 84, formerly of Columbia City, died at 8:44 a.m. Friday, Aug.t 2, 2019 at Peabody Retirement Community in North Manchester where he had been a resident for the past 3 1/2 years. He was born July 13, 1935, in Decatur, the son of the late Thurman and Mary (Bauman) Drew. His formative …read more.

A man who loved his family, Mike Losey never wanted to miss an opportunity to have his family around him. He adored his wife, three daughters and his grandson. He was hardworking, adventurous and could easily spark up a conversation with someone he had never met. Amongst everything, he had a heart of gold. The …read more.

Carole Sue Shepherd of Warsaw,  entered into Heaven at 8:03 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne, at the age of 76. She was born on May 21, 1943 in Portland, Ore., to Nadyne Doris (Chandler) Deisch and Virgil Chester Deisch. Carole was a graduate of Leesburg, High School in Leesburg, …read more.

Barbara M. Perry, 86, Columbia City, died Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019 in her home. She had lived in Columbia City for the past several years, moving from Silver Lake where she spent nearly 25 years. Barbara was the daughter of Elmer James and Edna Marie (Turner) Condon. She was born in Muncie and spent most …read more.

Kyle R. Hunter, 20, of Ligonier, died 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. Kyle was a 2017 graduate of Wawasee High School.  He enjoyed music and horseback riding. Kyle is survived by his mother, Jennifer …read more.

Lynn Eugene Beery, 70, of Wabash died Saturday, July 27, 2019, at Parkview Wabash Hospital. Beery was born Nov. 12, 1948, in Wabash County, the son of the late Glen A. Beery and Maurine Brower Beery. He attended the School of Hope in Wabash which was established by his parents, along with other parents of …read more.

By Amy Mann Children’s Services As summer comes to a close, it’s time to get back into old routines or to start new ones. Bedtimes may be a little easier than in the previous few months, lunches may need to be made, and cloths and supplies will need to be ready to go. The Warsaw …read more.

WARSAW — There is still time to participate in the “Stuff the Bus” campaign today at Walmart, 2501 Walton Blvd., Warsaw. Volunteers with The Salvation Army will be at the Home and Pharmacy door to accept donations until 6:30 p.m. today, Saturday, Aug. 3. As part of a nationwide effort, the “Stuff the Bus” campaign …read more.

Fulton Officers with the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 8:45 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, 700 block Monarch Lane, Rochester. Richard A. Ritter reported the theft of a 1999 GMCSierra 1500 truck. 6:05 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, 1900 block Skyview Lane, Rochester. A resident reported glue thrown on her vehicle. 7:29 a.m. Thursday, …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accident: 2:54 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, Frontage Road and Access Road, Warsaw. Drivers: Ronald E. Deck, 70, E. Old Colony Road, Warsaw; and Sandra L. Sharp, 67, W. Lutes Drive, Warsaw. Deck’s vehicle struck the Sharp vehicle after failing to see the Sharp vehicle in …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 Correctional Facility: Marshall The following people were booked in the Marshall County Jail:

ATWOOD — Township and fire officials on Saturday celebrated the arrival of a pumper tanker for the Atwood Volunteer Fire Department. The pumper tanker replaces a smaller pumper that was built in 1973. The new vehicle can carry 3,000 gallons of water, compared to the old truck that could haul 750 gallons, said Fire Chief …read more.

TOWN HALL MEETINGS — It’s been six years since Indiana’s 2nd District U.S. Rep. Jackie Walorski held a traditional town hall, and a Democratic Party challenger, Pat Hackett, is doing her best to keep the issue fresh. On her campaign Facebook page, Hackett called the lack of meetings with the public a “dereliction of duty” …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.

WARSAW — Downtown Warsaw was the place to be Friday night with activities for all ages. Those who enjoyed looking at various makes, models and years of vehicles could wander around downtown. Those with young kids could visit the Family Carnival at Central Park. Or participate in both. The Warsaw First Friday Car Show, benefiting …read more.

Barbara M. Perry, 86, Columbia City, passed away quietly on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019, in her home. She had lived in Columbia City for the past several years, moving from Silver Lake where she spent nearly 25 years.   She was the daughter of Elmer James and Edna Marie (Turner) Condon. She was born in …read more.

Janice Ann Hughes, 74, passed away at 12:25 a.m. Friday, Aug. 2, 2019, in her residence. She was born on Dec. 27, 1944, to Max and Frances (Claybaugh) Brown in Fort Wayne. She was united in marriage on Oct. 25, 1986, to Richard Hughes in Las Vegas, Nev. She graduated from Warsaw Community High School …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Syracuse man was recently arrested after two instances of dealing a controlled substance to an undercover officer with the NET 43 Drug Task Force. Michael Alen Perzanowski, 50, formerly of 708 W. North St. 1, Syracuse, is charged with two counts of dealing in a schedule IV controlled substance, a level 4 …read more.

WARSAW — The former Warsaw Steak ‘n Shake restaurant, located at 2455 Jalynn St., may well be home to a Chick-fil-A restaurant. A sign announcing this was located outside of the restaurant Friday, Aug. 2. On March 28, the Steak ‘n Shake location posted the following statement on its front door: “We have decided to …read more.

Richard Glenn Greer, 89, Rochester, passed away at 9:50 p.m. Wednesday, July 31, 2019, at Aperiorn Care, Peru. He was born on April 19, 1930, in Fulton County, the son of Glenn and Letitia L. (Hoffman) Greer. On Feb. 13, 1953, in South Bend, he married Marglee Kindig. She preceded him in death on Feb. …read more.

 Leesburg Elementary teachers will travel by bus into the Leesburg Elementary district neighborhoods on Monday, Aug. 5. Staff will be handing out popsicles to Leesburg students during this event. Below is a tentative schedule of when the teachers will be in each neighborhood. Times are approximate, but you can visit Leesburg’s Facebook page to receive …read more.

ST. PETERS — Kristen Winkler and Travis Patterson, both of St. Peters, Mo., announce their engagement. They plan to marry Nov. 2 at Connect Church STL, 1779 Springdale Blvd., Fenton, Mo. The bride-elect is the daughter of Christy Winkler, St. Peters, Mo., and Bill Winkler, Missouri. She earned her bachelor’s of teaching and is undergoing …read more.

KOSCIUSKO —  City officials are asking for patience from motorists in the wake of three construction projects coming up along US 30 in Kosciusko County. Indiana Department of Transportation will be reconstructing parts of intersections at Anchorage Road and Parker Street. City officials will have a pre-construction meeting in the near future and work is …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 10:10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, 300 block East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Officers responded to a report of a fight. 9:53 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, 8600 block South Yellow View Lane, Claypool. Boyd H. Gillem reported the theft of a pontoon. Value: $1,800. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 5 a.m. Friday, Aug. 2, North CR 300E, south of East CR 1050N, Syracuse. Driver: Kevin N. Hunter, 52, North CR 175E 84, Warsaw. Hunter was traveling south on CR 300E when a deer entered the roadway, striking his vehicle’s windshield. This caused …read more.

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

WARSAW — A local man and woman were arrested after officers found drugs and items in a vehicle commonly used for dealing drugs. Anthony Wayne Miller, 37, 726 Lake City Highway, Warsaw; also showing an address of 111 E. High St., Atwood; is charged with dealing in methamphetamine, a level 4 felony; possession of methamphetamine, …read more.

Joan Stuckman, 87, Syracuse, passed away on Aug. 1, 2019, at her home.   She was born Sept. 30, 1931, in Syracuse, to Paul & Ruth (Dehart) LeCount. On Aug. 24, 1978, she married Alden Stuckman who survives.  She is also survived by her son, Randy (Cathie) Weaver, Tennessee; one daughter, Jill Bartley, Florida; one stepdaughter, …read more.

WARSAW — A relative of the Franklin Township board member who died recently is seeking the position she held through an upcoming Republican caucus. Buni Leininger died July 7. Kayla Leininger, 36, a daughter-in-law of Buni Leininger, has filed for the position and is seeking to fill the vacancy, according to Kosciusko County Republican Party …read more.

NAPPANEE – The target is squarely upon NorthWood in the girls golf circles this season.

The following is the second of two stories about Little Free Libraries in Kosciusko County. This story focuses on how to set up a Little Free Library, why local residents and organizations in the county decided to establish their own, and how Little Free Libraries can help the community. KOSCIUSKO — There are approximately 80,000 …read more.

SOUTH BEND – Ben Zobrist of the Chicago Cubs will begin a rehab assignment in South Bend starting tonight.

Michael Lynn Losey, 63, Columbia City, passed away Thursday afternoon, Aug. 1, 2019. Arrangements are pending with DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Dr., Columbia City.

MENTONE — The old saying — if you’re doing something you love, you’ll never work a day in your life —  could apply to Madelyne Anweiler of Mentone. Anweiler loves books, and, along with her sister, Elyza Oswald, she has managed to maintain a used bookstore, Pete and Freddy’s Pages Aplenty, for nine years. Books, however, …read more.

Becky Mock, 73, Syracuse, passed away on Aug. 1, 2019, at Kosciusko Community Hospital. Arrangements are currently pending at Eastlund Funeral Home.

PIERCETON — The annual Pierceton Days festival kicks off today at noon Friday, Aug. 2, and continues Saturday in Brower Park. Vendors open for business at noon today. A bounce house and other games will be up and running by 3 p.m. A petting zoo and car and motorcycle show begins at 5 p.m. A …read more.

ST. JOSEPH COUNTY — The search for Kevin Lee Bronson, 59, ended on Thursday afternoon, Aug. 1, when he was booked in the St. Joseph County Jail. Authorities issued a statement Wednesday saying they were looking for Bronson for a parole violation. Bronson was one of three persons indicted by a Kosciusko County Grand Jury …read more.

Wanda Christine Waters, 80, Macy, died Sunday, July 28, 2019, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Plymouth. She was a Jackson County native born March 18, 1939, daughter of the late Samuel and Elsie Huff Bingham. While living in Kentucky, Wanda had been a realtor and reading recovery teacher. She also owned and operated a steak …read more.

Janice Ann Hughes, 74, Warsaw, passed away at 12:25 a.m. Friday Aug. 2, 2019, in her residence. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw.

KOSCIUSKO — Republicans in four towns in Kosciusko County will need to conduct political conventions this summer to reduce the number of candidates appearing on the general election ballot to the maximum allowed by state law. Seven towns with populations of less than 3,500 — Claypool, Etna Green, Pierceton, Leesburg, North Webster, Mentone and Silver …read more.

WABASH – Tickets for individual shows included in the 2019-20 Wabash Valley Music Association Series at the Honeywell Center will go on sale at 10 a.m. Aug. 9. The series is presented by Parkview Wabash Hospital and includes: • Mamma Mia, presented by Wabash Area Community Theater on Sept. 27. Featuring the songs of ABBA, this …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 11:21 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, 2000 block West Lake Park Drive, Warsaw. Thomas L. Beirl reported the theft of items from his mailbox. Value: $35. 9:21 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, 3600 block North Barbee Road, Warsaw. Barbee Hotel and Lena G. Ferguson reported …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 8:45 p.m. Wednesday, July 31, North CR 150W, north of West CR 500N, Warsaw. Driver: Sandra Medina, 29, East Ramar Drive, Warsaw. Medina was traveling north on CR 150W when she saw a deer near the edge of the roadway. Thinking the deer …read more.

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

WARSAW — Lake City Skiers have been chosen as the host team for the 2019 USA Water Ski Division I National Show Ski Championships. The top 14 teams, over 1,500 athletes, in the nation will compete for the National title. The tournament will take place Aug. 9-11 at Hidden Lake in Warsaw. The Kosciusko County Convention and Visitors Bureau …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb will present Hoosier humanitarian Dr. George Rapp with the 2019 Sachem Award, the state’s highest honor, at a ceremony Tuesday, Aug. 27. Rapp and his wife Peggy reside at Lake Wawasee as well as Indianapolis. “Dr. George Rapp has helped make his hometown, our state and the world a …read more.

*WARNING: The following article contains information that may not be suitable for all readers.* KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw man was arrested after allegedly attempting rape. Abel Salas Gonzalez, a.k.a. Abel Salas, 20, 742 S. Warbler Lane, Warsaw, is being charged with attempted rape, a level 3 felony. On June 22, a person went to the …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Alcoholic Beverage Board renewed several alcohol permits and addressed two permit violations during its meeting on Thursday, Aug. 1. Joel Stein, owner of Channel Side LLC, was present at the meeting in regards to a violation from 2018 at The Barbee Landing, 3687 N. Barbee Road, Warsaw. According to Stein, …read more.

Jean M. Landis, 89, Marion, passed away at 3:30 a.m. on July 27, 2019, at Wellbrooke of Westfield. She was born in Fort Wayne on April 4, 1930, to the late Marion and Bernice (Klopfenstein) Witmer. She was married to Albert R. Landis, Jr., who preceded her in death. Jean graduated from the Indiana University School …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw officials will hold a deer task force training session from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 29, at the Warsaw Police Department. Any interest archer may apply to participate in the reduction effort for 2019. More information, forms and applications for any interested DTF archers about the deer reduction program for 2019 …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: Collier’s Heating and Air …read more.

Charles “Charlie” Eugene Frey, 85, died at 8:50 a.m. Wednesday, July 31, 2019, at Peabody Retirement Community, where he had been for the past eight days. He was born on Jan. 6, 1934, in Coldwater, Mich., a son of the late Paul D. and Al Wilda (Wright) Frey. Charlie graduated from Laketon High School in 1952. …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman has been arrested for allegedly stealing money from vending machines. Jaylin Shyanne Dunn, 25, 923 S. Union St., Warsaw, is being charged with three counts of theft, all level 6 felonies. According to the affidavit of probable cause, on April 17, a Kosciusko County Sheriff’s officer spoke with an official from AVI …read more.

Ruth (Owen) Ott, 96, of rural Albion, passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2019, at her home. She was born in Green Township, on Nov. 18, 1922, to the late Otis and Maggie (Diffendarfer) Owen. She spent her formative years in Noble County, attending Green Center School and Albion High School. Ruth was married to …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 2:27 p.m. Wednesday, July 31, 200 block West Main St., Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of an inmate fight at the jail. 1:45 p.m. Wednesday, July 31, 2700 block North Fox Farm Road, Warsaw. Explorer Van reported the theft of 12 catalytic converters. …read more.