CLAYPOOL — Business was short at the Claypool Town Board meeting on March 20. The board decided to announce the town’s spring cleaning dates at next month’s meeting. Claypool usually holds its spring cleaning dates in May. Town Marshal Ben Sanders was present at the meeting and thanked the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department and Silver …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Excitement is brewing for the members of Lake City Toastmasters and Warsaw Noon Toastmasters Club as they make preparations for their free Open House from 5:15 to 6:45 p.m Thursday, March 22. If you’ve ever thought about improving your public speaking and leadership skills or wondered what happens at a Toastmasters meeting, then please …read more.

WARSAW — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton.   Winnie Winnie is a 2-year-old, neutered, male Husky mix. He is grey and white with beautiful hazel eyes, weighing 50 lbs. Winnie is all Husky and is looking for an experienced owner as he is super …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Real Services invites you to attend the 2018 Age of Excellence Awards Luncheon Event on Friday, April 20, at the Century Center in downtown South Bend.  This event celebrates unsung heroes in our six-county service area of Elkhart, Fulton, Kosciusko, LaPorte, Marshall and St. Joseph Counties. These local heroes are spouses, sons, daughters, neighbors, …read more.

WARSAW — A Claypool woman was arrested after stealing items from her father. Ashley N. Hughes, 35, 1396 W. 800 S., Claypool, is being charged with theft, a level 6 felony. On Jan. 4, a male subject, identified as Hughes’ father, reported to officers that some items were missing from his residence. According to the …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 9:23 p.m. Sunday, March 18, 12800 block South SR 14, Akron. Leester L. England reported burglary. 11:44 a.m. Sunday, March 18, 100 block EMS T29 Lane, Leesburg. Police responded to reports of a male looking into vehicles at the Oswego Mini Mart, yelling …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 4:48 p.m. Saturday, March 17, East Defreese Road, east of EMS D17 Lane, Syracuse. Driver: Brandi J. Helton, 36, Harbour Landing Drive, Syracuse. Helton was traveling east on Defreese Road. Helton didn’t realize that the road curved sharply, and she went off the …read more.

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

WARSAW — You and your family are invited to celebrate the diversity of Kosciusko County agriculture from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on April 10 at “A Taste of Agriculture in Kosciusko County: A Family Affair,” at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds. All attendees receive a gift for attending. Diversity truly describes the experience you will have …read more.

MILFORD — Award-winning movies available this March at Milford Public Library include Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, Lady Bird, The Shape of Water, and I, Tonya. Library patrons can also enjoy checking out the acclaimed first season of The Handmaid’s Tale. Other new movies added this month include Pitch Perfect 3, Thor: Ragnarok, Justice League, Blue …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Award-winning, bestselling author Beverly Lewis will be at North Webster Community Public Library at 10 a.m. on Thursday, April 12 to sign copies of her latest book. Her stop in North Webster is part of her Midwest tour to promote her new stand-alone novel The Road Home. Personally signed copies will be available …read more.

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

By Guest Author Katie Warrener Children’s Services Department, Warsaw Community Public Library WARSAW — Working on a homework assignment after library hours? Looking for lesson plan ideas? Your digital Warsaw Community Public Library can help, even when the downtown Warsaw Community Public Library is closed. Begin your virtual trip to the library at www.warsawlibrary.org/reference. Have …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 8:25 p.m. Tuesday, March 13, West SR 25, west of South CR 900W, Mentone. Driver: Jordyn C. Fresh, 18, West 4th Street, Rochester. Fresh was traveling west on SR 25 when she lost control of her vehicle. Fresh’s vehicle left the roadway, striking …read more.

WARSAW — Lake City Bank presented the 2017 President and CEO Commitment Award at its quarterly Officer Meeting to Vice President Anna N. Corkill. “This award recognizes individuals who have gone above and beyond in representing the bank, both internally and externally,” said David M. Findlay, President and Chief Executive Officer. “That is certainly true …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Do you have an idea for a new business? Or, do you already have a small business and wonder what do I do next? Kauffman FastTrac is a flexible course with a solid framework to support aspiring and new entrepreneurs. The Grace College School of Business and the William P. Gordon Institute …read more.

Goshen Officers with the Goshen Police Department investigated the following incident: Noon, Tuesday, March 13, 3300 block Corrie Drive, Goshen. Harry Snyder, Cromwell, repaired damage to a parked car by blowing debris.   Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 12:06 a.m. Friday, March 16, 5500 block South Woodland Lane, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 9:44 p.m. Wednesday, March 14, CR 700W, south of CR 100N, Atwood. Driver: Kyla M. Pace, 20, North Camelot Lane East, Cromwell. Pace was driving south on CR 700W when a deer entered the roadway, and her vehicle was unable to avoid striking …read more.

WARSAW — Starting at 7 p.m. on Friday, March 16, at The Wagon Wheel Center For The Arts, the students from The Thomas Hall Voice Studio and local professional performers Jennifer Dow and Kira Lace Hawkins will be performing musical solos, duets and group numbers to raise awareness about extreme poverty all over the world …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was sentenced today, Thursday, March 15, in Kosciusko Superior 1 Court after breaking into Explorer Van and stealing merchandise in April 2017. Jacob David Anderson, 26, 711 E. Main St., Warsaw, was charged with burglary, a level 5 felony. According to the affidavit of probable cause, on April 30, 2017, …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was sentenced today, Thursday, March 15, in Kosciusko Superior 1 Court after a battery incident that occurred on Valentine’s Day in 2016. Donald Ralph Barton II, 28, 3819 West CR 200N, Warsaw, was charged with battery resulting in serious bodily injury, a level 6 felony. According to the affidavit of …read more.

INDIANA — Bill payment assistance will still be available after the state’s moratorium on disconnecting electric and natural gas service during the winter for eligible customers ends March 15. Between Dec. 1 and March 15, natural gas utilities in Indiana do not disconnect service to Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program customers who are delinquent on …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Grace College Wind Ensemble will present Greetings from Europe at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 23, in the Winona Heritage Room, 901 Park Ave., Winona Lake. The free concert will feature well-loved pieces from some of Europe’s most famous composers. Eric Criss directs the 70-member ensemble, comprised of the area’s finest local, …read more.

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

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 14nth anniversary of the literacy event. KEYS students and adult volunteers traveled to elementary schools throughout Kosciusko County and read to second grade students. Each …read more.

ETNA GREEN — Business at the Etna Green Town Board meeting on Tuesday, March 13 focused on rental fees for the building at Heritage Park. Currently, the board charges $85 per basic rental. However, starting Jan. 1, 2019, the price will be raised to $100 per basic rental, and $125 per for-profit rental. The board …read more.

WARSAW — Business was very brief at the Board of Aviation Commissioners monthly meeting Tuesday, March 13. The meeting primarily focused on aircraft purchasing courtesy fuel in order to help support the airport. Airport manager Nick King said that revenue is up $700 from this time last year. However, he said that the majority of …read more.

WARSAW — The 22nd annual Ag Day will be April 10 and 11 at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds. Approximately 1,050 fourth grade students from Warsaw, Tippecanoe Valley, Whitko, Wawasee, Sacred Heart and Warsaw Christian groups will attend the event. Each class will visit 12 educational booths on horticulture, 4H, crops, swine, beef, chickens, dairy, soils & …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 8:02 a.m. Tuesday, March 13, South SR19, north of West CR 800S, Mentone. Drivers: Phillip R. Waddle, 18, North CR 650W, Warsaw, Elijah W. Holder, 17, West Crystal Lake Road, Warsaw, Madison M. Francis, 17, East CR 700N, Rochester, Kaitlin R. Shepherd, 17, …read more.

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

WARSAW — Twenty Indiana Master Naturalists met on Thursday, Feb. 15, in the Kosciusko Community Foundation’s meeting room in Warsaw.  The event marked the first alumni meeting of the Kosciusko chapter. “Only beginning its third year in the county, the Kosciusko classes have graduated over 70 percent of its participants, bringing 28 certified Master Naturalists into …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Questa Education Foundation announces the second phase of K-21 funds to help financially support Kosciusko County graduating high school seniors who will be majoring in Health Care related fields. This annual funding is available for up to 5 qualified students that are residents of Kosciusko County and plan to attend an Indiana college …read more.

PIERCETON — Business was very brief at this month’s Pierceton Town Council meeting on Monday, March 12. First, the council continued its conversation from last month’s meeting on demolishing unsafe buildings. One property in particular, located at 102 N. Washington Street, is condemned due to a meth-related reason. The council approved an unsafe building ordinance …read more.

WARSAW — Taylor Coulter is a Goshen High School senior who is completing her Certified Nurse Aide certificate while also finishing high school. She has joined hundreds of students who have been trained this past year through Premier Nursing Academy, based in Fort Wayne with additional locations in Warsaw and Goshen. Coulter plans to enroll …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The week of March 11-17 is National Groundwater Awareness Week, and the Indiana Department of Environmental Management is reminding Hoosiers about the importance of protecting and conserving Indiana’s groundwater resources. In 1999, National Groundwater Awareness Week was created to provide an opportunity for people to learn about the importance of the resource and …read more.

WARSAW — The votes have been pouring in to find out who is serving up the best Breakfast in Indiana’s Cool North. Over the past eleven days, Northern Indiana residents and visitors have been voting in each of the seven county Breakfast Wars to find the best breakfast in that county. Kosciusko County is proud …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 8:54 a.m. Sunday, March 11, 10200 block South Roosevelt Street, Silver Lake. Nichole L. Eckert reported a stolen vehicle. 8:18 p.m. Friday, March 9, 1600 block South County Farm Road, Warsaw. Miller’s Merry Manor reported the theft of medication from their business. 1:24 …read more.

Elkhart Officers with the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 11:37 a.m. Sunday, March 11, US 6 and CR 29, north of Syracuse. Driver: Steven Hatton, 37, Indianapolis. Hatton’s vehicle went off the roadway, hitting several small trees, coming to rest in a creek. He was taken to Goshen Hospital for evaluation due …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — In recognition of National Social Work Month in March, Great Lakes Caring Home Health and Hospice announces Courtney Wilcoxson, from Mason Health and Rehab, as a 2018 Social Worker of the Year. Great Lakes Caring selected 137 social workers and social work departments from over 26,000 referral sources in nine states. Adam Nielsen, …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College invites prospective students and their parents to attend Lancer Day — a day designed to introduce the school to families looking for the right college fit for their student. Upcoming Lancer Days will take place on Friday, March 23 and Friday, April 6 at Grace College, 200 Seminary Drive, Winona …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools will host the annual Kindergarten Round-Up event for all incoming 2018-2019 kindergarten students and parents at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 15. The event will be held at all elementary schools in the Warsaw Schools district. Incoming kindergarten students should be age five on or before Aug. 1, 2018, according to …read more.

WARSAW — The library has long been associated with reading, but it can also be a place for book lovers to gather for discussion. Warsaw Community Public Library offers two monthly book groups, inviting readers to come share their thoughts. Off the Shelf Off the Shelf Reading Group meets at 2 p.m. the first Thursday …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — A 92 percent graduation rate, one to one technology and serving two counties is no small feat. Adding to that list of accomplishments, this year Whitko has been recognized by the Indiana Department of Education as a Performance Qualified High School. What does it take to be a Performance Qualified High School? …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — RE/MAX Lakes has announced that Realtor Amanda Gaerte is the latest addition of the growing real estate franchise. Gaerte brings to the office more than 7 years of local professional business experience and specializes in residential and commercial properties. “I’m excited to join the most productive real estate network in the U.S. …read more.

WARSAW — Sarah Anderson, medical aesthetician and certified laser technician at the Vein Institute & Medi Spa, completed training with PCA Skin, which is the originator of advanced blended chemical peels and an industry leader in the development of effective skin care treatments.  Professionally applied chemical peel solutions exfoliate dead skin cells and help healthy …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — The Indiana State Police, at the request of the North Manchester Police Department, is investigating a police-involved shooting in which a North Manchester man died. The ongoing investigation by Indiana State Police Detective Michelle Jumper and Indiana State Police Detective Wendell Beachy revealed that at approximately 5:58 p.m. on March 6, North …read more.

WARSAW — RMH Franchise Holdings is currently investigating a data incident affecting payment cards used at Applebee’s locations. According to RMH’s website, unauthorized software was placed on the point-of-sale system at various Applebee’s restaurants. Information such as certain guests’ names, credit or debit card numbers, expiration dates, and card verification codes may have been affected …read more.

WARSAW — WishBone Medical, a new global pediatric orthopedic company, committed to providing anatomically appropriate innovative implants, entered into a license agreement with the global leader in orthopedic surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, for the development of a novel pediatric total hip. The system will be developed to address treatment of juvenile idiopathic arthritis patients …read more.

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

WARSAW — Get $7 off a Platinum Car Wash and entered in a chance to win a 30 or 90 day Unlimited Platinum Wash Pass at Clearwater Car Wash in Warsaw by participating in a local water survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/cwcarwash. The Watershed Foundation is working with community partners to conduct a survey to help guide …read more.

LEESBURG — At approximately 7:45 p.m. Thursday, March 8, the Leesburg Fire Department responded to a residential fire at 4455 N. CR 375E, Warsaw, just north of Big Chapman Lake. A passersby reported seeing flames showing from the second story of the residence. Officials stated that the house was unoccupied at the time of the …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 10:20 a.m. Thursday, March 8, North Old Road 15, north of East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Driver: Andrew M. Ormanovich, 25, East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Ormanovich was driving south on Old SR15 when a deer entered the roadway in front of his …read more.

WARSAW — Lake City Bank is pleased to announce that it has promoted Lori Richcreek to investment representative.  Richcreek, who is part of Lake City Investments, works with clients to select investment products and services based on their individual needs. She has been with the bank for two years. Richcreek attended Indiana University – Purdue …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Chamber of Commerce will again be holding their annual Wine and Jazz Event. The Wine and Jazz event will be held at the Old Train Depot, one of Pierceton’s premiere event locations, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. on April 28. Guests will enjoy jazz music provided by the Kevin Piekarski Jazz …read more.

WARSAW — A man and woman from Winamac were arrested after heroin was discovered in their vehicle. Brittney Dee Voltz, 31, and Charles Edward Braun, 32, both of 4643 W. CR 200N, Winamac, are each being charged with possession of a narcotic drug and possession of a syringe, both level 6 felonies. On March 4, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incident: 7:52 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28, 10500 block North Grove Road, Milford. A male subject broke into the residence of Daniel K. Schwab and committed burglary. Value: $25.   Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incident: 3:37 p.m. Tuesday, March …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 8:15 a.m. Wednesday, March 7, North SR15, north of West CR 1350N. Driver: April M. Bobeck, 28, North Old SR15, Milford. Bobeck was driving north on SR15 when she lost control of her vehicle on the icy roadway and struck a guardrail. Damage …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — The Indiana State Police, at the request of the North Manchester Police Department, is investigating a police involved shooting in which a North Manchester man died. The preliminary investigation by Indiana State Police Detective Michelle Jumper and Indiana State Police Detective Wendell Beachy revealed that yesterday, at approximately 5:58 p.m., officers from …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 3:11 p.m. Tuesday, March 6, 1500 block South CR 950W, Mentone. Shawn P. Carlson reported that his vehicle had been stolen. Value: $8,000. 5:42 a.m. Tuesday, March 6, 4900 block North CR 150W and West CR 500N, Warsaw. Police investigated a report of …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 7:11 a.m. Wednesday, March 7, North SR15, north of West CR 1350N, Milford. Driver: Daryle L. Smith, 48, South Manor Drive, Syracuse. Smith was driving north on SR15 when he lost control of his vehicle on an ice covered bridge. Smith’s vehicle struck …read more.

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

WARSAW — Mayor Joe Thallemer started his State of the City address on March 6 at Lincoln Elementary School with a conversation he had with Governor Eric Holcomb. The main topics of that discussion included safety concerns with US 30, workforce issues, and the opioid crisis. “As we were winding down our conversation, he [Holcomb] …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Timbercrest Senior Living Community would like to invite the community to attend a concert by Organist Matt Gerhard in celebration of Timbercrest being located in North Manchester for 50 years. The performance will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, March 12 in the Assembly Room at Timbercrest, 2201 East Street, North Manchester. …read more.

WARSAW — On March 22, the Lake City Toastmasters club will host an open house, inviting the public to come and experience what a Toastmaster meeting is all about. Rob Parker, President of Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce, will be the keynote speaker, followed by club members demonstrating each of the roles of a regular meeting, …read more.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incident: 3:11 p.m. Monday, March 5, 400 block East CR 1150N, Milford. Police responded to a report of disorderly conduct and criminal trespass.   North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following incident: 11:34 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 27, 100 block EMS …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 1:59 p.m. Monday, March 5, North SR19, south of West CR 1350N, Nappanee. Drivers: Todd A. Wilson, 35, North SR19 20, Etna Green, and Jay D. Miller, 23, North CR 900W, Nappanee. Both Wilson and Miller were traveling north on SR19 when Wilson’s …read more.

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

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was sentenced today in Kosciusko Circuit Court for dealing  a narcotic drug. David A. Everly, 53, 1470 East CR 550S, Warsaw, was charged with dealing a narcotic drug, a level 5 felony; and maintaining a common nuisance, a level 6 felony. According to the affidavit of probable cause, on July …read more.

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

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 7:10 a.m. Sunday, March 4, East US30, west of Van Ness Road. Driver: Justin R. Teel, 29, Deerfield Path, Warsaw. Tell was driving west on US30 when a deer entered the roadway, bounced off another vehicle, and into the path of Teel’s vehicle. …read more.

Bourbon Officers with the Bourbon Police Department investigated the following incident: 3:04 a.m. Saturday, March 3, Lincoln Highway and Beech Road, Bourbon. Bourbon Police Officer Matt Geiger stopped a vehicle on Lincoln Highway for speeding and driving left of center. The driver, Timothy J. Gardner, Etna Green, failed field sobriety tests and a certified test. …read more.

WARSAW — A LaGrange man was sentenced today in Kosciusko Circuit Court after a mobile meth lab bust in August 2017. Ryan James McBride, 24, 318 Hillside Drive, LaGrange, was charged with manufacturing methamphetamine, a level 4 felony. According to the affidavit of probable cause, on Aug. 1, 2017, investigators discovered a mobile meth lab …read more.

WARSAW — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton.   Zeus Zeus is a 1-year-old, neutered, male Staffordshire Bull Terrier mix. He is red and white with copper eyes, and weighs 56 lbs.  Zeus is  a gentle and shy guy who needs a little time to …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Gov. Eric J. Holcomb today added Kosciusko County and three other Indiana counties to the disaster emergency he declared in response to widespread flooding and infrastructure damage caused by sustained heavy rainfall. The governor signed a new executive order today to include not only Kosciusko, but also Jackson, Newton and Porter counties. The …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Local residents who have experienced damage and hardship due to the recent flooding may be able to apply for assistance through the Volunteer Organizations Active in Disasters. According to Tressa Nichols, a VOAD coordinator, “survivors needing assistance with home cleanup from the recent flooding may call (800) 451-1954 through March 17.” Nichols said …read more.

MARCH — The Kosciusko County Alcoholic Beverage Board renewed seven permits during their meeting on March 1. The following permits were renewed: Village Pantry, LLC, doing business as Village Pantry #5415, 400 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw. Beer and wine dealer – grocery store. Wal-Mart Stores East LP, doing business as Wal-Mart #1304, 2501 Walton Blvd., …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — It’s been a half century since nearby Huntington became the first city in the country to give residents only three digits to call in an emergency. Prior to March 1, 1968, calling for help required dialing emergency services the old-fashioned way. Indiana Treasurer Kelly Mitchell marked the 50th anniversary of 911 service with …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was sentenced today in Kosciusko Superior One Court after threatening police officers in June 2017. Toby Daniel Jackson, 35, 30 EMS B34 Lane, Warsaw, was charged with intimidation, a level 6 felony; and disorderly conduct, a class B misdemeanor. On June 3, 2017, officers responded to a report of a …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College hosted its 15th annual Presidential Scholarship Competition on Feb. 16 and 17. PSC is an invitation-only scholarship competition for qualifying high school seniors. Invitations are based on academic achievement, with awards ranging from $2,000 scholarships to full tuition. In all, 68 scholarships were awarded, totaling more than $2.2 million. The …read more.

WARSAW — An Anderson man was sentenced today in Kosciusko Superior One Court for child molestation and being a habitual offender. He was found guilty of both charges after a recent jury trial. Terry Lee Shaw, 54, 357 Imagination Drive, Anderson, was charged with child molestation, a level 4 felony. According to the affidavit of …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Education Foundation recently awarded over $7,800 in Red Apple Grant funds to 12 Warsaw Community Schools’ educators representing six different schools.  Their students are becoming expert mathematicians, gaining engineering skills, practicing yoga and using drones to design processes for real-world situations. Red Apple Grants are awarded to teachers for classroom materials …read more.

SILVER LAKE — Firefighters from the Silver Lake Fire Department responded to a one-story house fire at 506 E. Sycamore St. The fire occurred before noon this morning, Feb. 28. Ashley Trusty, a resident of the building, said that no one was in the house when the fire occurred. The fire started in the part …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Career Center will host the following events in March. The Career Center is adjacent to the Goodwill retail store at 751 Anchorage Point Drive, Warsaw. All Career Center Events are free and open to the public. Using A Computer Mouse Tuesday, March 6 — 11 a.m. to noon   Using a computer …read more.

WARSAW — Congressman Jim Banks announced today that a member of his staff will visit Warsaw and Columbia City on Thursday, March 1 to meet with local residents and assist Hoosiers experiencing problems with a federal agency. The staff member will be at the Warsaw City Hall, located at 102 S. Buffalo Street, from 9:30 …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 6:56 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 27, North CR 1000E, north of East CR 1000N, Syracuse. Driver: Daniel L. Haab, 50, North Camelot Lane East, Cromwell. Haab was driving north on CR 1000E when due to gravel on the roadway, he lost control of his …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: Marshall The following individual was booked in the Marshall County Jail:

NORTH MANCHESTER — Timbercrest Senior Living Community is honored to be celebrating 50 years in North Manchester. Timbercrest would like to extend a heartfelt ‘thank you’ for the confidence that has been entrusted to us in the care of each and every resident who has called Timbercrest home. The Churches of the Brethren in Indiana …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw’s First Friday event on March 2 will include music, desserts and prizes. The event will take place from 5 to 9 p.m. in downtown Warsaw and will be run by students from Grace College’s event management class. The public is invited to a dessert tasting experience of the downtown restaurants and businesses. …read more.

WARSAW — Lake City Bank is pleased to announce the following promotions.   Lake City Bank, a $4.7 billion bank headquartered in Warsaw, is the fourth largest bank headquartered in the state, and the largest bank 100 percent invested in Indiana. Lake City Bank operates 49 branch offices in northern and central Indiana, delivering technology-driven …read more.

WARSAW — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton.   Shaina Shaina is a 2-year-old, spayed, female Shepherd mix. She is tan and white with a black face and weighs 43 lbs. Shaina is very laid back and loves to go for rides in the car. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 6:53 a.m. Monday, Feb. 26, East Old Road 30, west of CR 600E, Pierceton.  Drivers: Kenneth D. Koser, 32, North CR 375W, Columbia City, and Whitney A. Olson, 31, North CR 750E, North Webster. Koser was driving west on Old Road 30 when …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 1:02 p.m. Monday, Feb. 26, 9700 block East Rock A Bye Road, Cromwell. Police responded to a report of a theft from a camper outside of a resident’s home. 7:53 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25, 2800 block South SR25 and South CR 450W, Warsaw. …read more.

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

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host the following events in March: Coffee and Canvas This will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, March 9. It is a great choice for girls’ night out or date night. Create a canvas masterpiece while you sip your choice of hot beverage at the …read more.

BREMEN—One hundred years ago on Feb. 26, Otis R. Bowen was born in Fulton County. No one knew what the future held for him. Now, every Feb. 26 is known as “Doc Bowen Day.” It was declared “Doc Bowen Day” in 2014 by the town of Bremen to honor the memory of the late Dr. …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Public Library offers the following teen and adult programs in March. The Chess Club meets at 10 a.m. Saturdays in March. Off the Shelf Reading Group meets at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 1, to discuss “Small Great Things” by Jodi Picoult. The Cookbook Club meets at 11 a.m. Monday, March 5, …read more.

  MILFORD — The Milford Public Library will host the following events during the week of Feb. 26: NEW ITEMS AVAILABLE THIS FEBRUARY New adult DVDs available at Milford Public Library include A Bad Mom’s Christmas, A Question of Faith, Suburbicon, and Wonder. Same Kind of Different as Me will be available Feb. 20. Children’s …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster Community Public Library will host the following upcoming events: A child is never too young to start them on the path of learning. At North Webster Community Public Library’s Lapsit Story Time, parents and their babies and toddlers have fun learning together. Exploring books with brief stories; singing simple …read more.

Kosciusko Officers from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 7:13 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22, SR 13 and EMS B6 Lane, North Webster. Driver: Rhonda Krause, 57, Turkey Creek Drive, Cromwell. Krause’s vehicle collided with a deer. Damages up to $5,000.    Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accident: …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 6:37 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23, 2500 block Walton Boulevard, Warsaw. Police responded to a report of a lost or stolen license plate. 2:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23, 100 block Canterbury Lane, Warsaw. Police responded to a report of theft and unauthorized use of a …read more.