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

WARSAW — Approximately 25 children built sand castles, played games and stayed cool during the annual Beach Bash event hosted by the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department Tuesday, Aug. 7. With temperatures in the 80s, kids and parents alike beat the heat by staying cool at Center Lake. The luau-themed party was held at the …read more.

WARSAW — Belle Tire is opening a new tire and auto service store in Warsaw. Many people are probably asking themselves the same questions. Why does Warsaw need another tire store? And what’s different about Belle Tire? “Funny, as we’ve been getting to know the people of Warsaw and doing events before our store opens, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Megatron Megatron is not a robot in disguise. He is an American Staffordshire Terrier mix. He is one year old, brindle with white markings and weighs 50 pounds. Megatron is a very sweet boy who loves ear …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Dan and Amanda Harstine of Integrity Real Estate were named one of America’s top real estate professionals by REAL Trends, as advertised in “The Wall Street Journal.” They are now a member of “The Thousand Top Real Estate Professionals,” a prestigious, national award ranking sponsored annually by REAL Trends and advertised in “The …read more.

SYRACUSE — A male subject escaped from a patrol vehicle after he and a female subject were arrested for possession of methamphetamine. Brittany Michelle Nelson, 32, 12380 N. Kings Drive, Syracuse, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. Ricky Anthony Johnson, 38, 427 …read more.

Eleanor E. Deaton, 77, of Hope, passed from this life at 7:46 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, 2018, at Our Hospice of South Central Indiana Inpatient Facility. Mrs. Deaton was born Nov. 21, 1940, in Plymouth, the loving daughter of Russell and Geneva Bear Shively. She married Glen D. Deaton July 16, 1960, he survives. Mrs. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Lee Anne Stewart Fusion dance team had a fantastic 2017-2018 season. In March the dancers participated in Danza’s Chicago competition. The girls also competed in Fort Wayne in the Variety Competition in April. Their competition pieces did very well at both locations. Their feature piece, Under the Sea, earned first place for …read more.

WARSAW — Beginning Monday, Aug. 6, Ivy Tech Community College Warsaw will offer extended hours for students in preparation for the fall 2018 semester. Hours are as follows: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 6 to Thursday, Aug. 9 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 10 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. …read more.

WARSAW — Officers with the Warsaw Police Department responded to a report of an overturned boat at Center Lake around 10:20 a.m. Monday, Aug. 6. A witness said a boat overturned in the lake and began sinking. The two subjects in the boat were both wearing life jackets and did not require medical attention. After …read more.

MILFORD — The Wawasee Community Bible Church, along with DJ Construction, are planning a groundbreaking celebration Sunday, Aug. 12. The morning will start with a celebration service at 10 a.m. Immediately following the service, there will be a groundbreaking ceremony and the celebration will continue throughout the afternoon. There will be something for all ages …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 4:29 a.m. Monday, Aug. 6, 5200 block East CR 500N, Leesburg. Stephen R. Ledgerwood reported auto theft. Value: $5,000. 10:23 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, 207-100 block Emeline St., Milford. Brad A. Baugher reported auto theft. Value: $5,000. 6:21 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, 200 …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 2:40 p.m. Friday, Aug. 3, North CR 100E, south of East Barrington Plaza, Warsaw. Drivers: Angela M. Boyle, 45, North Deer Run, Warsaw; and Sherri L. Churchill, 60, Walton Boulevard, Warsaw. Boyle was traveling south on CR 100E when Churchill’s vehicle turned in …read more.

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

NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster Community Public Library will host the following events in August: One of the pleasures of summer is the fresh taste of homegrown fruits and vegetables.  Learn how to keep summer’s bounty throughout the year by home canning at North Webster Community Public Library. An avid home canner, Stuart Smith …read more.

By Melissa Chapman Cataloging Supervisor WARSAW — In Warsaw Community Public Library’s ongoing commitment to help the community, the library now has mobile Wi-Fi hotspots to loan. What is a hotspot? Many people regard a hotspot as an access location for Wi-Fi. Many libraries, cafés, restaurants, public buildings, etc., are destinations to which people travel daily. …read more.

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

WARSAW — A Claypool man was arrested after officers discovered methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia in his vehicle. Joshua Brandon Volkert, 33, 4617 S. SR 15, Claypool, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. On July 15, an officer with the Warsaw Police Department …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 5:42 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 1, 100 block EMS C29 Lane, Warsaw. Kristin D. Whitacre reported overnight theft from her vehicle. Items stolen include five cellphones. Value: $315. 8:54 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 1, 9100 block North CR 200E, Milford. Eric W. Frazier reported criminal …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 5:20 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 1, 4987 N. SR 13, Pierceton. Drivers: Douglas D. Smith, 63, West Himes Street, North Webster; and Eric S. Owendy, 25, Seabrook Street, Newport, Tenn. Owendy said Smith backed into his vehicle while in a gas station parking lot. …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 Alcoholic Beverage Board renewed four permits and approved two new licenses during its meeting Thursday, Aug. 2. Joel Stein, owner of Channel Side LLC, was present at the meeting regarding a license renewal for The Barbee Landing, Warsaw. Stein presented food figures and tax information from the restaurant to the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — An Etna Green man was sentenced in Kosciusko Superior One Court Thursday, Aug. 2, after burglarizing multiple storage units. William Garrett Shultz, 26, 9205 W. CR 125N, Etna Green, was charged with burglary, a level 5 felony. On July 29, 2017, officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded to a burglary and …read more.

WARSAW — The start of August means it’s almost time for students to go back to school. With that comes planning after school meals and helping kids do homework, while also preparing them physically and mentally for whatever may happen during the regular school day. Many local organizations in the community came together for a …read more.

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

KOSCIUSKO — With the 2018-2019 school year about to begin, the Kosciusko Board of REALTORS once again reached out to Combined Community Services to provide local children with back-to-school backpacks loaded with all their needed school supplies. This year, KBOR provided filled backpacks along with Shoe Carnival and Great Clips gift cards to 25 Kosciusko …read more.

WARSAW — Ivy Tech Community College will host enrollment days from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 9, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11. At Ivy Tech Community College’s Express Enrollment Days, prospective students can complete all the steps they need to start classes for the upcoming fall semester. Enrollment experts …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw man was arrested after being involved in a threatening video with racist comments to an individual. Derek Michael Ault, 20, 1922 E. Walnut St., Warsaw, is being charged with intimidation, a level 6 felony. On June 22, an officer with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department was contacted regarding a threatening video …read more.

WARSAW — Elementary homeschool students in grades 1 through 6 can experience a traditional classroom setting and receive classical education instruction from certified elementary teachers through Ascend Homeschool Academy. Founded in 2018 by homeschool mom Renee Marshall and certified teacher Julene Walker, Ascend Homeschool Academy is a supplemental school designed to complement homeschool education with …read more.

SYRACUSE — A Goshen man was arrested after using counterfeit bills at local gas stations. Damian Lee Cassidy, 19, 2606 S. Main St., Goshen, is being charged with counterfeiting, a level 6 felony. On June 3, an officer with the North Webster Police Department responded to a report of a subject using counterfeit bills at …read more.

WARSAW — Two people were transported by ambulance after a single vehicle accident on SR 25. At approximately 2:20 p.m. Tuesday, July 31, officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded to a vehicle accident that occurred in the 2300 block of South SR 25, Warsaw. According to dispatch, a 13-year-old female and a 35-year-old …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Career Center will host the following events in August. 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. Open Practice Interviews Monday, Aug. 6 — 11 a.m. to noon Monday, Aug. 13 …read more.

WARSAW — RE/MAX Results is proud to announce that Sue Hoffman has joined a team of dedicated professionals at the Warsaw office. Hoffman lives in Silver Lake with her husband Troy. They have three children. Hoffman grew up in the Tippecanoe Valley area and lives only a few miles from her childhood home. She and …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Layla Layla is an 8 month old, spayed, female Coonhound mix. She is white with black and brown patches, weighing 38 pounds. Layla is a sweet and friendly girl who loves to play outside. She came to …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 2:41 p.m. Monday, July 30, 10700 block West CR 600S, Mentone. Mark A. Wise reported the theft of a vehicle from his property. Value: $3,500. 7 a.m. Monday, July 30, 100 block South Pearl St., Leesburg. The Town of Leesburg reported the theft …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 5:30 a.m. Monday, July 30, North SR 19, north of West CR 500N, Etna Green. Driver: Travis C. Snyder, 36, East Liberty Avenue, Bourbon. Snyder was traveling north on SR 19 when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $10,000. 5:23 a.m. …read more.

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

KOSCIUSKO — Recently the Riley Children’s Endowment Fund donated more than $3,000 to the Beaman Home to be used for its SYNC Up! program. The SYNC Up! program promotes healing, safety and resilience in the lives of children, youth, and adolescents who have experienced trauma through domestic violence. Each year, nearly 50 percent of the …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 11:26 a.m. Monday, July 30, 200 block East CR 100N and Barbee Lake Road, Warsaw. John R. Taylor reported a rock that was kicked up from a passing vehicle broke his windshield. 9:23 a.m. Monday, July 30, 5500 block North CR 450E, Leesburg. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 3:05 a.m. Sunday, July 29, North Old SR 15, south of West Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Driver: unknown. Officers responded to a report of a wrecked vehicle near the railroad tracks. The vehicle left the side of the roadway and struck a large …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 — United Way of Kosciusko County believes every kid can become a great reader. Now we are on a mission to make sure our kids have more than enough books to read. United Way’s BIG GIV” set a bold goal of gathering 6,000 gently used children’s books as a part of our 60th anniversary. …read more.

WARSAW — Members of the Builders Association of Kosciusko-Fulton Counties met with Indiana Lieutenant Governor Suzanne Crouch on Monday to discuss challenges the building industry is facing. Affordable housing is the cornerstone of the home builders’ association — but proposed mandatory legislation, skilled labor shortages, and lumber import tariffs coupled with domestic lumber supply shortages …read more.

FULTON — The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that chip seal preservation is scheduled to begin next week on various roadways in Fulton, Miami and Wabash counties. INDOT maintenance crews are expected to begin on or after Wednesday, Aug. 1, weather permitting. Roadways to be chip sealed, in no specific order, are as follows: US …read more.

MILFORD — At approximately 12:30 a.m. Sunday, July 29, Milford and Leesburg Fire Departments responded to a residential fire at 109 S. James St., Milford. A caller reported a fully engulfed house fire. According to officials on the scene, nobody was in the residence at the time of the fire. The fire was under control …read more.

WARSAW — The Animal Welfare League hosted its second annual barbecue at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 28. Attendees had the opportunity to adopt animals that were at the event. Approximately 10 dogs and 20 cats were there for people to walk, hold, and pet. Several of the shelter …read more.

WARSAW — The Builders Association of Kosciusko – Fulton Counties welcomed Indiana Builders Association Chief Executive Officer Rick Wajda and President Pat Richards at their July 24, general membership meeting, where the emphasis of the evening was “The Importance of Lobbying and Political Action.” Wajda explained the lobbyist’s role and necessity while providing critical insights …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 5:06 p.m. Tuesday, July 24, SR 19, north of North 900W, Nappanee. Drivers: Lynli Hockert, 53, Van Buren Street, Nappanee; and David Meredith, 65, CR 900S, Akron. Hockert swerved to miss a bicyclist in the roadway and struck Meredith’s vehicle. Damages up to $5,000.   Warsaw …read more.

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

NORTH WEBSTER — The kids have worked hard during the summer reading program by earning prizes at North Webster Community Public Library. Now it’s time to celebrate at the summer reading grand finale picnic at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 1. All summer reading program participants and their families are invited to a free hot dog …read more.

SYRACUSE — A Syracuse man was arrested after causing a female to fall and injure herself to the point of needing emergency medical treatment. Ross Richard Harvey, 23, 1022 N. Branch St., Syracuse, is being charged with domestic battery resulting in moderate bodily injury, a level 6 felony; and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Mentone man was arrested after breaking into a hair salon and stealing merchandise and money. Matthew Gene Rhines, 28, 513 N. Broadway St., Mentone, is being charged with burglary, a level 5 felony; and theft, a class A misdemeanor. On Saturday, June 16, an officer with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded …read more.

WARSAW — Lutheran Health Network Kosciusko Community Hospital welcomes Terrence McGrath, MD to its medical staff. Dr. McGrath will provide family healthcare to all ages. He will also specialize in obstetric care for women experiencing pregnancy, labor and delivery. Dr. McGrath received his medical degree from Cincinnati University College of Medicine. During his medical education, …read more.

WINONA LAKE – The Lake Games will take place this weekend, with both athletic and humanitarian goals in mind.

KOSCIUSKO — A Rochester man was arrested after officers discovered 41 grams of methamphetamine in his vehicle. Todd Kenneth Vaughn, 53, 4785 W. CR 475N, Rochester, is being charged with dealing in methamphetamine, a level 2 felony; possession of methamphetamine, a level 3 felony; possession of a legend drug, a level 6 felony; possession of …read more.

WARSAW — Business at the Kosciusko Solid Waste Management District board meeting Tuesday, July 24, focused on the 2019 budget and the television amnesty program. During the budget discussion, Auditor Michelle Puckett said that in the 2019 budget plan, wages for employees have been adjusted in order to mirror other county boards. The board approved …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Chemical, a leading manufacturer of JanSan and Carwash Cleaners and Polishes, announced a new executive leadership team today, naming Kevin Feldman chief revenue officer and Edward Leon chief operating officer. A native of Fort Wayne, Feldman has spent his career overseeing and executing the transformation, growth and development of organizations across diverse industry …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:

WINONA LAKE — A Warsaw man was arrested after flooding a residence and stealing two televisions. Anthony Dale Rice, 35, 1931 La Vista Drive, Warsaw, is being charged with burglary, a level 4 felony; theft, a class A misdemeanor; sentence enhancement theft, a level 6 felony; and criminal mischief, a level 6 felony. On May …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Columbia House Interiors as the July Business of the Month. Columbia House Interiors is a sister store to the Village Antique Galleria here in downtown Pierceton that is commonly known for their wide display of 1880s European antiques. Moving to Pierceton from Indianapolis in …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 11:24 p.m. Monday, July 23, 4000 block North Deer Run, Warsaw. Officers responded to a report of an animal complaint. 10:20 p.m. Monday, July 23, 6700 block North SR 13, North Webster. Dollar General reported theft. Value: $54.25.   Milford Officers with the …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 12:42 a.m. Tuesday, July 24, South Packerton Road, south of East Pierceton Road, Winona Lake. Driver: Kyle C. Thompson, 31, East Wooster Road 24, Pierceton. Thompson was traveling north on Packerton Road when his vehicle left the roadway. Thompson’s vehicle struck a gas …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 people were booked in the Marshall County Jail:

By Darla McCammon We have covered quite a nice number of art related museums and galleries for you to visit this summer. I hope you have enjoyed the trips. Here are the last two we will discuss for now, but we will want to be back and visit two of the ones we mentioned that …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce chose North Webster American Legion Post 253 as the business of the month for July 2018. It is home to not only the American Legion Post but also to the Sons of the American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary. These organizations are involved in …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Puppy Puppy is a 10-year-old, neutered, male Plott Hound mix. He is tan and brown and weighs 60 pounds. This sweet and gentle senior loves to be with people. Puppy does well with other dogs and kids. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Pierceton woman was arrested after writing fraudulent checks, using another female’s banking account. Sarah Elizabeth Elder, 39, 1363 South CR 450E, Pierceton, is being charged with fraud on a financial institution, a level 5 felony; two counts of forgery, level 6 felonies; identity deception, a level 6 felony; and theft, a level …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 7:59 a.m. Monday, July 23, 700 block West CR 1250N, Milford. Stephen C. Tucker reported auto theft. Value: $3,000. 8:56 p.m. Sunday, July 22, 1400 block Tanager Drive, Warsaw. Officers responded to a report of invasion of privacy. 9:50 a.m. Sunday, July 22, …read more.

Kosciusko  Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 2:53 a.m. Monday, July 23, South CR 900W, near South CR 700W, Claypool. Driver: Eric W. Kelley, 44, South Peru Road, Silver Lake. Kelley was traveling east on CR 900W when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $2,500. 2:38 a.m. Monday, …read more.

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

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library will host the following events in July: The library is having a book sale in its main lobby. Single titles are 25 cents each or five books for $1. Join the library for Story Hour at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a story, sing songs and …read more.

  SYRACUSE — The Syracuse Public Library will host the following events in July: The Friends Sponsor Many Activities Throughout The Year The Friends of the Syracuse Library are appreciated for their financial support and their active involvement in library activities. Guests to the library will meet some members at FrankenHowl Open Mic Night at …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested for beating a male subject, whose serious injuries required him to be transported to a Fort Wayne hospital. Aunthony Dornay Henley, 23, 3208 Heron Blvd., Warsaw, is being charged with battery causing serious bodily injury, a level 5 felony; and battery causing moderate bodily injury, a level 6 …read more.

MENTONE — A Claypool man was arrested after overdosing on heroin. Brady Lee Shepherd, 27, 3541 W. Hill Lake Road, Claypool, is being charged with possession of a narcotic drug and possession of a syringe, both level 6 felonies. On June 29,  an officer with the Mentone Police Department responded to a report of a …read more.

WARSAW — Going to the emergency room can be an overwhelming experience for anyone, but especially for young children. Parkview Warsaw’s ER department has found one more way to bring comfort to its smallest patients by partnering with an organization that provides personalized pillowcases for youngsters. The group, Ryan’s Case for Smiles, has chapters located …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 10:28 p.m. Thursday, July 19, East CR 400N, east of North SR 13, North Webster. Drivers: Christopher J. Wiggs, 34, West Levi Lee Road, Warsaw; and Tyler M. Schmucker, 25, EMS B48 Lane, Warsaw. Wiggs was traveling west on CR 400N, traveling left …read more.

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

WARSAW — Katherine Josellis, a resident of Warsaw, attended the Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Seminar that was held at University of Indianapolis from June 7 to 10. Ms. Josellis joined more than 160 other young high school leaders from the state of Indiana. She was selected by and represented Warsaw Community High School. Ms. Josellis …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Pierceton man was arrested after strangling and threatening a female. Anthony Wayne Pollard, Jr., 52, 9567 E. Adams Road, Pierceton, is being charged with strangulation, a level 6 felony; intimidation, a level 6 felony; and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. On May 7, officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded …read more.

WINONA LAKE — First responders from six Kosciusko County law enforcement agencies will gather at Grace College on July 20 for active shooter response training led by Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Tactics. ALERRT is a premier active shooter response training center located at Texas State Unviersity. In 2013, it was named the National Standard …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Muncie man was arrested after stealing a vehicle from Tom Farms. Elijah Gage Labordus, 22, 2203 W. Cambridge Drive, Muncie, is being charged with auto theft, a level 6 felony; and possession of marijuana, a class B misdemeanor. On June 29, officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department spoke with a Tom …read more.

FORT WAYNE — The Indiana State Police, along with troopers from Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, Michigan and Pennsylvania will be conducting state-wide patrols targeting violations of the “Move Over” laws in each of those states beginning this Sunday. The project, which was initially started by the Ohio State Highway Patrol, encompasses the five states that …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incident: 12:08 a.m. Wednesday, July 18, 3700 block of West Old Road 30, Warsaw. Police responded to the Rhonda Baldridge residence to investigate the theft of prescription medication.   Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incidents: midnight Tuesday, July 17, …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:

*WARNING: The following article contains information that may not be suitable for all readers.* KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw man was sentenced in Kosciusko Superior Two Court Wednesday, July 18, after molesting a female minor. Edgar Medellin Sanchez, 340 E. Levi Lee Road, Warsaw, was charged with sexual misconduct with a minor. On May 11, 2017, …read more.

WARSAW — The Cherub of Hope Garden in Kosciusko County will soon cultivate a beautiful, peaceful memorial garden where families can honor, remember, and cherish the children that left their arms too soon. To help make this dream a reality, the group is currently seeking five to seven board members and additional committee members to …read more.

WARSAW — Homeschool students can earn Core 40 high school degree requirements and receive personalized assistance from certified instructors through The Coalition, a new series of faith-based classes for homeschoolers. Parents and students can learn more about The Coalition at an informational meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 24 at Grace Village Retirement Community in …read more.

CLAYPOOL — New business at this month’s Claypool Town Board meeting held Tuesday, July 17, included the discussion of outdoor events hosted by Someplace Else Saloon. Ken Archer was present at the meeting to talk with board members about the possibility of closing part of Main Street to host tractor, car and bike shows. He …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Helios Helios is a one-year-old, neutered, male Hound mix. He is white with brown patches and weighs 56 pounds. Helios is a very friendly and outgoing boy who loves kids and does well with cats too. He …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — An Elkhart woman was arrested after stealing a van. Cierra Michelle Piper, 25, 23873 River Manor Blvd., Elkhart, is being charged with auto theft, a level 6 felony. On June 4, 2017, officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded to a report of auto theft. According to the affidavit of probable cause, …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman was arrested for stealing clothing from Big R and possessing syringes. Alexis Erin Davies, 34, 939 E. Garfield St., Warsaw, is being charged with possession of a narcotic drug, a level 6 felony; possession of a syringe, a level 6 felony; theft, a class A misdemeanor; sentence enhancement theft, an …read more.

By Darla McCammon Indianapolis, just a stone’s throw away for most of my readers, is a mecca for art exhibits. We will cover some easy trips you can take to enjoy a variety of four to five museums and galleries in Indianapolis that are specifically geared to exhibit and collect art for your enjoyment. Some …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Milford man was sentenced in Kosciusko Circuit Court Monday, July 16, in two burglary cases. Nick Charles Hunsberger II, 2527 W. CR 1250N, Milford, was charged with burglary in each case. On Aug. 15, 2017, officers with the Nappanee Police Department responded to a burglary and theft complaint. A female subject told …read more.

Shown is Andon Zehring, Leesburg, with his grand champion beef steer sold for $15,700. Shown with Zehring are family and friends of Adam Zehring who purchased the steer. KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — “Overall we had a great sale because of the tremendous and generous support from the community,” stated Kelly Heckaman, Purdue Extension Kosciusko County, about …read more.

MILFORD — The Milford Public Library will host the following events in July: Movie Scene Filmed At Library Filmmaker and director Andrew Morgan shot a scene for his upcoming film, Long Gone By, at Milford Public Library July 10. In the scene, single mother Ana Alvarez, played by Erica Muñoz, researches information on public computers. …read more.

SYRACUSE — Growth continued at the eighth annual Tour des Lakes bike rides Saturday, with around 350 riders participating in the fundraiser.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library will host the following programs in July: The library is having a book sale in the main lobby. Single titles are 25 cents each or five books for $1. Join us for Story Hour at 10 a.m. every Friday. Children listen to a story, sing songs and make …read more.

By Amanda Demster Adult Programming Administrator WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Public Library’s summer reading program may be more than halfway over, but it is not too late to get in on the fun. This month, WCPL continues the “Libraries Rock!” theme with several musical performances, plus a few programs on, well, rocks. Musical Performances …read more.

WARSAW — The annual 4-H Livestock Auction and 16th annual Sale of Champions saw 4-H’ers reap monetary rewards Friday at the Kosciusko County 4-H Fair. The day began with the annual 4-H Livestock Auction with 480 lots of animals sold to the highest bidder. The day concluded with the 16th Annual Sale of Champions, with …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Two were arrested after officers discovered methamphetamine in a vehicle. Bruce Lee Kintzel, 27, 2057 S. Julian Drive, Warsaw, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. Courtney Michelle Larkin, 22, 64073 US 31, Lakeville, is being charged with possession of …read more.