KOSCIUSKO — AHEPA Indiana recently donated $500 to Kosciusko Literacy Services. The donation will support one-on-one tutoring for adults and Read to Grow Children’s Book Club. One-on-one tutoring for adults helps adults who are learning to read, earning an Indiana High School Equivalency diploma or learning English as a new language. Read to Grow Children’s …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 6:28 a.m. Wednesday, April 17, South CR 600W, south of West CR 700S, Mentone. Driver: Erica L. McFadden, 28, West CR 100S, Warsaw. McFadden was traveling south on CR 600W when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $5,000. 9:16 a.m. Tuesday, …read more.

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

KOSCIUSKO — A Pierceton man was arrested after police say he set a vehicle on fire because he owed money on it. Blake D. Dull, 24, 407 W. Elm St., Pierceton, is being charged with arson, a level 4 felony. On Sunday, April 7, an officer with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to a …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 7:20 a.m. Tuesday, April 16, East CR 600S, east of South County Farm Road, Claypool. Driver: Amber P. Hoover, 17, South County Farm Road, Claypool. Hoover was traveling east on CR 600S when she swerved her vehicle to avoid striking a deer. This …read more.

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

KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw man was arrested for drug charges after officers responded to an overdose. Nathan R. LeCount, 33, 7331 W. Lutes Drive, Warsaw, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine with enhancing circumstances, a level 5 felony; possession of a syringe, a level 6 felony; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Nevens Did you know that dogs can learn up to 165 words? They can even learn them in different languages. Nevens is a clever dog that knows simple commands in Spanish. He is …read more.

  WINONA LAKE — A Silver Lake woman was arrested after a vehicle pursuit Sunday, April 14, near Stonehenge Golf Club in Winona Lake. At approximately 2:19 p.m. Sunday, April 14, Winona Lake Police Officer Riley Arvanitis attempted to make a traffic stop in the area of Merrywood Mobile Home Park on a vehicle operated …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 8:24 a.m. Friday, April 12, 800 block South CR 250E, Warsaw. William T. Hamilton reported the theft of a motorcycle. Value: $10,000. 11:37 p.m. Thursday, April 11, 100 block EMS C24D Lane, Warsaw. Officers responded to a report of residential entry. 9:25 p.m. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 7:34 a.m. Friday, April 12, North SR 19, north of West CR 900N, Nappanee. Driver: Paul S. Brandon, 43, Elm Road, Bourbon. Brandon was traveling north on SR 19 when his vehicle went off the roadway, striking a utility pole. Damage up to …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Two subjects were arrested after officers discovered methamphetamine in a residence while serving a warrant. Shawn Richard Daniels, 36, 202 E. Borley Ave., Mishawaka, also showing an address of 18 EMS B5 Lane, Leesburg, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Kendallville man was sentenced in Kosciusko Superior One Court today, April 11, after robbing the Pierceton Lake City Bank in October 2018. Jeffery Lee Brewer, 35, 403 N. Main St., Apt. A., Kendallville, was charged with robbery, a level 5 felony. On Oct. 6, 2018, an officer with the Pierceton Police Department …read more.

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

KOSCIUSKO — Members of Kosciusko Endowment Youth Services, Kosciusko County Community Foundation’s youth philanthropy program, encouraged literacy among nearly 1,000 second graders during Read Across Kosciusko County. This year marks the 15th anniversary of the literacy event. KEYS students and adult volunteers traveled to elementary schools throughout Kosciusko County and read to second grade students. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Red (Happy) If you’re happy and you know it, wag your tail. If you’re happy and you know it and you really want to show it, come meet Red. Red, nicknamed Happy, is a one-year-old, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 10:12 a.m. Saturday, April 6, 4400 block North SR 15, Warsaw. Michael S. Haley reported theft. Items stolen include a dining table, bookshelves, and a sword. Value: $945. midnight Saturday, April 6, 9500 block East CR 1100N, Cromwell. Zachary C. Shull reported the …read more.

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

KOSCIUSKO — SiteWorx Services made a donation of $1,325 to Kosciusko County Cancer Care Fund today, April 5. Brandon Hepler, SiteWorx Services, partnered with the K21 team to help give to the Kosciusko County Cancer Fund. $25 of each rental of a “Trashing Cancers” roll-off dumpster was donated to the fund. Three “Trashing Cancers” dumpsters …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 2:10 p.m. Thursday, April 4, 12300 block South CR 400E, North Manchester. Officers responded to a report of a fight. 1:51 a.m. Thursday, April 4, 12300 block South CR 400E, North Manchester. Officers responded to a report of domestic battery. 1:14 a.m. Thursday, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Alcoholic Beverage Board renewed seven permits during its meeting Thursday, April 4. The following permits were renewed: Freeland Enterprises Inc., doing business as Pizza Hut, 502 N. Detroit St., Warsaw. Beer and wine retailer – restaurant. RT Michiana Franchise LLC, doing business as Ruby Tuesday, 3308 E. Center St., Warsaw. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Spring brings not only April showers to Indiana but also greater chances of high winds, lightning strikes and other forms of severe weather. With this in mind, Attorney General Curtis Hill is warning Hoosiers to beware of scammers who descend on storm-affected communities in order to take advantage of homeowners needing repairs. “We’ve …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — In May 2018, the Kosciusko County Community Foundation announced that, in celebration of its 50th anniversary, 10 youth-serving nonprofit organizations were selected to participate in “Endowment Challenge 50,” or EC50. Kosciusko County 4-H Council is the seventh organization to have successfully completed the fundraising portion of the challenge. Participating organizations committed to raising …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 7:52 a.m. Wednesday, April 3, 5500 block North CR 450E, Leesburg. James S. Moryl reported theft. A wakeboard and other items were stolen. Value: $460. 11:35 a.m. Tuesday, April 2, 7300 block East CR 500S, Pierceton. Pauline H. Hoover reported fraud. Value: $600. …read more.

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

KOSCIUSKO — The Mersey Beatles, a Liverpool-born Beatles tribute band and the house band for over a decade at the world-famous Cavern Club, will perform at Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts, Warsaw, at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 1. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of “Abbey Road,” the band will play the entire album live followed …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Milford woman was arrested after breaking into a residence, lighting a sweatshirt on fire and battering a male subject. Hannah Marie Fisher, 27, 10549 N. CR 200E, Milford, is being charged with residential entry, a level 6 felony; criminal mischief, a class B misdemeanor; and battery, a class B misdemeanor. On Saturday, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Dark ¿Hablas español? Don’t worry. Dark is here to teach you all the Spanish he knows, like “sientate” (sit) and “quieto” (stay). Dark is a one-year-old, neutered, male Labrador mix. He is jet black with a …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw woman was arrested for strangulation and domestic battery after battering two women. Bonnie Ann Stewart, 38, 2097 S. Maple Run, Warsaw, is being charged with strangulation, a level 6 felony; domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor; and battery with bodily waste, a class B misdemeanor. On March 26, an officer with …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 10:17 a.m. Monday, April 1, 7500 block West Hillcrest Drive, Warsaw. Carole J. Keele reported theft. Value: $2,000. 8:41 p.m. Sunday, March 31, 300 block East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Hermelinda Montufar-Nube reported criminal mischief to a residence. 1:53 p.m. Sunday, March 31, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 1:18 p.m. Friday, March 29, 1400 block East CR 800S, Claypool. Roy D. Kindig reported a lost or stolen license plate. 2:55 p.m. Thursday, March 28, 4500 block North CR 100E and East CR 450N, Warsaw. Tristin L. Brown reported a vehicle that …read more.

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

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 10:10 p.m. Thursday, March 28, 2400 block West CR 250S, Warsaw. Chelsi S. McKinney reported theft. Value: $600. North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following incident: 9:58 p.m. Monday, March 25, 300 block Crystal Flash Road, North Webster. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Historical Society invites the public to visit the Old Jail Museum to experience the D-Day exhibit. The exhibit runs from April 3 through Nov. 30 and can be viewed during the museum’s open hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. …read more.

WARSAW — Two people were transported from a two-vehicle accident on South Country Club Road, near East CR 400S, Warsaw. At approximately 12:39 p.m. Wednesday, March 27, officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a vehicle accident. The crash involved a 2004 white Ford truck, operated by Gwendolyn L. Ostrom, …read more.

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

WARSAW — A two-vehicle accident occurred near 3986 S. Country Club Road and East CR 400S, Warsaw, at approximately 12:45 p.m. today, March 27. Initial reports from dispatch said three people sustained injuries as a result of the accident. However, it was not clear at the scene if anyone would be transported. A white Ford …read more.

INDIANA— Indiana’s Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning is now accepting applications from families in 20 counties who may be eligible for grants for their children to receive high-quality, pre-kindergarten education through the On My Way Pre-K program for the 2019-20 school year. The pilot program was expanded in 2017 from five to 20 …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw man was arrested after allegedly strangling a female subject. Jason Foster Sizemore, 41, 4990 N. CR 250E, Warsaw; also showing an address of 4179 Runkle Drive, Warsaw; is being charged with domestic battery with a child under 16 present, strangulation, and intimidation, all level 6 felonies; and domestic battery, a class …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Aries To celebrate the end of March, we’d like to introduce Aries. Aries is a one-year-old, neutered, male German Shepherd mix, weighing 57 pounds. He is a brown and black brindle pattern with cute floppy …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw man was arrested after accepting payment for a home improvement project and failing to complete the work. Jonathan Dale Kuta, 41, 2605 E. Center St., Warsaw; also showing an address of 900 Anchorage Road 101, Warsaw, is being charged with home improvement fraud, a level 5 felony; and theft, a level …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 10:06 p.m. Sunday, March 24, report of auto theft in the 4400 block of North Third Place, Leesburg. Lorri Dawn Geberlin report the theft of a 2005 Ford Explorer valued at $5,000. 10:48 p.m. Sunday, March 24, report of a theft in the …read more.

*WARNING: The following article contains information that may not be suitable for all readers.* KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw man was arrested after touching a minor inappropriately. Mark Madell Brunner, 51, 2507 Westside Drive, Warsaw, is being charged with child molesting, a level 1 felony; and child molesting, a level 4 felony. On Jan. 11, an …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 12:44 a.m. Sunday, March 24, South SR 25, west of South CR 600W, Mentone. Driver: Alonzo J. Villarreal, 19, East Jefferson Street, Warsaw. Villarreal was traveling southbound on SR 25 when his vehicle left the roadway, striking a curve sign and tree. Villarreal …read more.

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

KOSCIUSKO — Recently, OrthoCity Brewery and Smokehouse dedicated a percentage of one day’s profits to benefit the Warsaw Evening Optimist Club. These funds will be dedicated to empowering and encouraging young ladies through a newly-formed leadership academy. The Evening Optimist Club is a new club formed on Aug. 16, 2018, created by women and dedicated …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 6:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 20, South SR 15, north of West CR 900S, Silver Lake. Driver: Lucy R. Broadley, 57, West Central Avenue, Macy. Broadley was traveling north on SR 15 when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $5,000. 1:15 p.m. …read more.

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

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County 4-H Poss-ABILITIES program ensures that livestock exhibition and other 4-H opportunities are possible for youth of all backgrounds and abilities. The program, open to youth in kindergarten to grade 12, matches participants with an experienced 4-H family as mentors to help them care for and exhibit livestock at the county …read more.

PIERCETON — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Leia The greatest leader of the Rebel Alliance is on a mission to end the tyranny of the Empire and to find her “furever” family. Leia is a one-year-old, spayed, female Redbone Coonhound and Beagle …read more.

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

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

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 6:08 a.m. Friday, March 15, 13400 block North SR 19 and West CR 1350N, Nappanee. Ben N. Vandermark reported a hit and run vehicle accident. 4:57 a.m. Friday, March 15, 200 block West Main St., Warsaw. Officers responded to a report of an …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 5:21 a.m. Friday, March 15, North SR 19, south of West CR 1350N, Nappanee. Driver: Kayla A. Coots, 29, Walnut Street, Wabash. Coots was traveling north on SR 19 when she applied the brakes on her vehicle. However, this caused her vehicle to …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 5:39 p.m. Thursday, March 14, 9900 block of North CR 800E, Syracuse. Police responded to the Gary Green residence to investigate an animal bite. 10:04 a.m. Thursday, March 14, 1500 block of South Ferguson Road, Warsaw. Police responded to the Mitchell Goon residence …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko Human Resources Association will hold its 2019 annual conference on Friday, April 26. Ron Lewis will be back by popular demand for two sessions on trust and conflict resolution. There will also be four breakout sessions with topics such as misconceptions of millennials, stay interviews, veterans in the workplace and medical …read more.

WARSAW — Indiana Business Opportunity Partners will be holding its seventh annual “spring bling” bazaar and charity quarter paddle auction for The Magical Meadows on March 23 at the Baker Youth Club in Warsaw. In addition, iBOP members have also donated an item from their individual businesses to a raffle basket valued at over $130 …read more.

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

CLAYPOOL — Grace women’s basketball players took a timeout with students at Claypool Elementary Tuesday afternoon.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Thor Is that thunder? No, it’s Thor running up to greet you. Thor is a 10-month-old, neutered, male English Pointer mix. He is white with black spots and a black bandit’s mask, ready to steal …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 4:13 a.m. Monday, March 11, 1500 block West McElroy Drive, Warsaw. Avi Food Systems Inc. and Mark A. Miller reported criminal mischief to a vehicle.   North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following incident: 4:55 p.m. Friday, March …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 7:49 a.m. Monday, March 11, North CR 650W, south of West Wallace Road, Warsaw. Driver: Morgan L. Bennett, 26, North CR 650W, Warsaw. Bennett was traveling north on CR 650W when a deer entered the roadway. As she swerved her vehicle to avoid …read more.

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

KOSCIUSKO — An Akron man was sentenced in Kosciusko Circuit Court today, March 11, after officers responded to a drug overdose that also resulted in the discovery of inappropriate images involving children on a phone. Andrew James Mitterling, 27, 8719 W. CR 1250S, Akron, was charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of a narcotic drug …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Syracuse man was sentenced in Kosciusko Circuit Court today, March 11, to six years at the Indiana Department of Corrections, with two years suspended on formal probation, after fleeing from officers while having methamphetamine in his vehicle. Michael Lee Manges, 33, 6847 E. CR 1120N, Syracuse, was charged with dealing in methamphetamine, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — On Jan. 31, Kosciusko County announced its designation as an Indiana Healthy Community at the 107th Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce annual chamber awards dinner. This recognized them as a community that is dedicated to improving the health and quality of life of its citizens through the Wellness Council of Indiana’s Indiana Healthy Community …read more.

By Melissa Chapman Cataloging Supervisor March is “National Reading Month.” Founded to celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss, the favorite author of millions of children, it gives kids and teens a chance to improve their reading skills and make reading a daily habit. National Reading Month is an excellent opportunity for parents to spend more …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 5:48 p.m. Sunday, March 3, 1800 block West Center St., Warsaw. Warsaw Wayne Fire Territory reported a suspect that ran over a fire hose during fire operations at Zimmer Plant 5.   Silver Lake Officers with the Silver Lake Police Department investigated the …read more.

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

KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw man was arrested after officers discovered more than 40 grams of meth in his vehicle. Walter Alan Vitalone Jr., 55, 221 N. Columbia St. Apt. E., Warsaw, is being charged with dealing in methamphetamine, a level 2 felony; possession of methamphetamine, a level 3 felony; and possession of paraphernalia, a class …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Alcoholic Beverage Board renewed 10 permits and approved a permit transfer for a new Mentone restaurant during its meeting Thursday, March 7. Elisabeth Thompson, Mentone, was present at the meeting for the transfer. The permit is being transferred from Bulldog Saloon. According to Thompson, Bulldog Saloon was in possession of …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The 500 Festival, a nonprofit organization providing life-enriching events and programs that celebrate the legacy of the Indianapolis 500, recently announced two college-aged women from Kosciusko County who have been selected as 2019 500 Festival Princesses. Tenaya Shull, Mentone, is a graduate of Tippecanoe Valley High School and is currently a senior at …read more.

Kosciusko  Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 7:56 a.m. Wednesday, March 6, 8700 block East Walnut Drive, Syracuse. Officers responded to a report of battery. 6:01 a.m. Wednesday, March 6, report of criminal recklessness in the 69000 block of East May Lane, Leesburg, involving a custody dispute. One of the …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked into Kosciusko County Jail:

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Clyde Soulful-eyed Clyde curiously watches visitors from his kennel. This four-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier is a very handsome boy with blonde and white fur and copper eyes. He weighs 56 pounds and is also a …read more.

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

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 4:26 a.m. Monday, March 4, 1500 block West McElroy Drive, Warsaw. Avi Food Systems Inc. and Barry L. Sponseller reported theft from vehicles. Value: $2,500. 3:26 a.m. Monday, March 4, 12600 block South SR 13, North Manchester. Officers responded to a report of …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 5:05 a.m. Monday, March 4, North CR 100E, north of East CR 350N, Warsaw. Driver: Anna Hernandez, 31, North CR 200W, Warsaw. Hernandez was traveling south on CR 100E when her vehicle slid off the roadway, striking a tree. Damage up to $1,000. …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Elkhart The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Correctional Facility:

WARSAW — Preparations are underway for the March 6 re-opening of the Kosciusko County Old Jail Museum and Genealogy Library, located at 121 N. Indiana St., Warsaw. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Self-guided day tours of the Old Jail and Museum …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — There is a new force combatting drugs in Kosciusko County called NET 43. This is a multi-jurisdictional task force made up of members of the Indiana State Police, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office, Warsaw Police Department, and Winona Lake Police Department. An investigation that started from a citizen complaint ultimately led to a search …read more.

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

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 8:19 p.m. Monday, Feb. 25, 300 block East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Trea D. Eldridge reported criminal mischief. 6:26 p.m. Monday, Feb. 25, 2500 block East SR 14, Silver Lake. Randy L. Haddan reported theft. 5:33 p.m. Monday, Feb. 25, 9400 block North …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 7:22 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 26, North SR 15, north of West CR 400N, Warsaw. Drivers: Tyler L. Goodpaster, 22, Old Colony Road, Warsaw; and Jennifer L. Mitchell, 47, South Morton Street, Warsaw. Goodpaster was traveling south on SR 15 when his vehicle crossed …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. PJ Sparkles Just like the 90s cartoon she is named after, PJ Sparkles is wishing on a star for someone to love her. This sweet, one-year-old, spayed, female German Shepherd mix always greets …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw woman was sentenced in Kosciusko Circuit Court today, Feb. 25, to two and a half years at the Kosciusko County Jail, with one and one-half years suspended on formal probation, after overdosing on heroin. Latasha Sue Ibarra, 26, 3457 W. CR 100S, was charged with possession of a narcotic drug, a …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Syracuse woman was arrested after operating a vehicle with opiates in her system, causing the death of a passenger in her vehicle. Leslie Ann Patrick, 39, 4484 E. CR 1300N, Syracuse is being charged with operating a vehicle causing death, a level 5 felony; and operating a vehicle causing death with a …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 12:09 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 21, 4500 block South CR 600W, Mentone. Officers responded to a report of intimidation with weapons. 4 a.m. Monday, Feb. 18, 2900 block West CR 200S, Warsaw. Officers responded to a report of a domestic disturbance. 4:29 p.m. Sunday, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 6:04 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 21, North Zimmer Road, near West Lake Street, Warsaw. Driver: Derra E. Blosser, 40, North CR 350W, Warsaw. Blosser was traveling north on Zimmer Road when her vehicle went up onto a curb, striking a yield sign. Damage up …read more.

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

KOSCIUSKO — Are you interested in raising livestock or poultry on any scale, from small scale to 4-H to large production? If your answer is yes or maybe you are still considering the option, then Livestock and Poultry 101: A Beginner’s Guide is the program designed just for you. It is being offered on Mondays, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — At February’s meeting of the Kosciusko County Farm Bureau Board, another Farm Bureau donation was made to Combined Community Services. With this donation, 100 pounds of food was given as a symbol of the 100-year existence of Farm Bureau along with an additional freewill cash donation of $500 plus by attending KCFB board …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The annual Home and Outdoor Show, sponsored by NIPSCO, will open its doors Friday to Sunday, March 22 to 24, at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds. Show hours will be from noon to 7 p.m. Friday, March 22; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 23; and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 24. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Mental Health First Aid will be offered in Kosciusko County at the Farm Bureau Insurance Building from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, March 14. This groundbreaking eight-hour training course gives people the tools to identify when someone might be struggling with a mental health or substance use problem and to connect them …read more.

WARSAW — An employee handbook update and educator’s report were the main topics of discussion during the Kosciusko County Solid Waste Management District meeting Tuesday, Feb. 19. Education and Outreach Coordinator Suzanne Stokes was present at the meeting to deliver her report on current and upcoming programs. Several February classes were rescheduled for March due …read more.

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

CLAYPOOL — Two people were injured in a single-vehicle accident on East CR 600S, east of South Packerton Road, Claypool. At approximately 5:44 p.m. Friday, Feb. 15, officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a vehicle accident. The crash involved a 1999 dark GMC Jimmy, operated by Larry D. Bartley, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 5:51 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 17, 3900 block East US 30, Warsaw. Emily A. Peterson contacted the office about a hit and run vehicle crash on East US 30. 11:42 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 17, 200 block EMS T25 Lane, Leesburg. Officers responded to a …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 7:26 a.m. Monday, Feb. 18, South Old Road 15, near Yvonna Street, Leesburg. Driver: Trevor D. Owens, 20, East Pine Drive, Warsaw. Owens was traveling south on Old SR 15 when his vehicle left the roadway, causing him to strike a chain link …read more.

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