WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Public Library presents the celebrated acoustic duo Hungrytown from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 31. Admission is free. Hungrytown recently returned from a six-week tour of Great Britain and Germany, following a four month tour of the American south and southwest. Vermonters Rebecca Hall and Ken Anderson, who make …read more.

WARSAW — Skylar Payton is great at proving others wrong. Doctors told Skylar’s parents she would never walk or talk since she was born with cerebral palsy. Born two months premature and weighing only 2 1/2 pounds, some told Skylar that she can’t do much of anything because of her disability. But she has proved …read more.

SYRACUSE — Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence winner Oakwood Resort announced their third annual car show will be hosted on the beautiful grounds of the 27 acre resort from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 5. In conjunction with the Syracuse-Wawasee Park Foundation, the event will serve as a fundraiser to continue the walking …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 2:51 a.m. Friday, July 13, 4500 block West CR 400N, Warsaw. Chad A. Thompson reported an attempted burglary. 4:34 a.m. Thursday, July 12, 8400 block East CR 1250N, Syracuse. A subject reported a failure to stop after a boat accident. When officers arrived …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 7:44 a.m. Thursday, July 12, East Adams Road, west of EMS R3E Lane, Pierceton. Driver: William W. Miller, 36, EMS R3E Lane, Pierceton. Miller was traveling east on Adams Road when he fell asleep and drove off the roadway. His vehicle rolled over …read more.

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

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Alcoholic Beverage Board renewed four permits and approved one transfer during its meeting Thursday, July 12. Ramandeep Singh, Gurleen Petroleum Inc., Syracuse, was present at the meeting for a license transfer. He was at last month’s meeting but wasn’t approved for a transfer due to not having signage placed in …read more.

WARSAW — Six youth presented sheep, goats, calves and rabbits at the third annual Poss-ABILITIES Showcase at the Kosciusko County Fair Wednesday, July 11. The goal of the program is to make interactions with livestock available to youth of all abilities. While in the program, each participant worked closely with a mentor family to learn …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Questa Education Foundation is excited to announce 71 new scholars in the Traditional Scholars program. The Foundation would like to congratulate the following Kosciusko County Scholars: Camden Cox, Wawasee High School, attending Grace College Jasmin Juarez, Warsaw Community High School, attending Goshen College Olivia Bell, Tippecanoe Valley High School, attending Indiana University Fort …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: midnight Wednesday, July 11, 9200 block North SR 19, Etna Green. Officers responded to a report of failure to comply. 10:57 p.m. Tuesday, July 10, 100 block EMS W19 Lane, North Webster. Cody J. Felger reported burglary. A television was stolen from the …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 5 a.m. Wednesday, July 11, North East Wawasee Drive, north of East CR 1250N, Warsaw. Driver: Gary L. Rasler, 40, East Wizard Of Oz Way, Cromwell. Rasler was traveling north on East Wawasee Drive when a deer hit the passenger side of his …read more.

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

WARSAW — The annual 4-H Livestock Auction at the Kosciusko County Community Fair is set to begin at 10 a.m. Friday, July 13, with the sale of champions beginning at 6 p.m. The auction is the culmination of a year of hard work and dedication of more than 400 4-H animal exhibitors in Kosciusko County. …read more.

WARSAW — Business at this month’s Board of Aviation Commissioners held Tuesday, July 10, focused on the future with discussion of the Warsaw Municipal Airport’s 2019 budget. Airport Manager Nick King presented an outline of the proposed budget to board members. The Warsaw City Council will approve the budget before it is official. King stated …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was sentenced in Kosciusko Superior Three Court Tuesday, July 10, after stealing from Menards. Bradley Alan Sroufe, 34, 721 W. Jefferson St., Warsaw, was sentenced in two separate cases for theft, a level 6 felony. On Aug. 23, 2016, officers with the Warsaw Police Department responded to a report of …read more.

ETNA GREEN — Discussion at the Etna Green Town Board meeting held Tuesday, July 10, became passionate and heated about a sign’s placement at the front of the fire department. “It’s a temporary sign put in a permanent situation,” said Board President Todd Slabaugh. He suggested the idea of having a readerboard or an LED …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Town Board started its meeting Monday, July 9, with the recognition of two new reserve officers. Judge Joe Sutton swore in Ryan Piper and Nicholas Scott at the meeting. The room was packed with family members of both officers present for the ceremony. “The community and citizens of Pierceton are very …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Sixx Sixx is a sweet and shy Staffordshire Bull Terrier and chocolate Labrador mix. He is three years old, weighs 56 pounds, and has chocolate brown fur. This smiley boy is very lovable and looking for a …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested after he strangled a female. Richard L. Mounts, 39, 665 W. Jefferson St., Warsaw, is being charged with strangulation, a level 6 felony, and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. On June 23, officers with the Warsaw Police Department responded to a report of domestic battery. According to …read more.

WARSAW — Two Warsaw individuals were arrested after threatening a male subject with a firearm. Spencer Cameron Thomas Miller, 26, 3340 Old Colony Road, Warsaw, is being charged with intimidation with a deadly weapon, a level 5 felony; and criminal gang activity, a level 6 felony. Nicole Rae Pearson, 28, 3340 Old Colony Road, Warsaw, …read more.

By Darla McCammon My hometown is Terre Haute, where my art experience truly began with a four-year National Merit Scholarship to Indiana State University. Also located there, near the banks of the Wabash River, is the Sheldon Swope Art Museum. This museum was donated by Michael Sheldon Swope, who was a jeweler in Terre Haute …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The NOON Optimist Club donated $500 to the John Skeel Foundation. The NOON Optimist Club made the donation to support students in the John Skeel Foundation children’s school. The NOON Optimist Club meets at noon every Monday at the Grace College cafeteria in Alpha Hall. Visit WarsawNoonOptimist.org for more information.

WARSAW — A Winona Lake man was airlifted after his motorcycle rear-ended a vehicle. At approximately 3:50 p.m. Sunday, July 8, officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded to the report of a motorcycle accident on South SR 25, north of West CR 200S, Warsaw. Ryan K. McLaughlin, 37, Winona Lake, was operating a …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 10:06 p.m. Sunday, July 8, 800 block East CR 800S, Claypool. Officers responded to a report of a fight in progress where a shot was fired in the air. 6:21 p.m. Sunday, July 8, 5500 block South Woodland Lane, Warsaw. Officers responded to …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 9:29 p.m. Sunday, July 8, South CR 350E, near East Wilcox Road, Warsaw. Driver: Darren G. Young, 48, South CR 350E, Warsaw. Young was traveling south on South CR 350E when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $2,500. 3:50 p.m. Sunday, …read more.

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KOSCIUSKO — A Bourbon man was sentenced in Kosciusko Circuit Court Friday, July 6, for drug charges that include dealing in methamphetamine. Anthony Demske, 27, 16139 SR 331, Bourbon, was sentenced in five different cases. In three of the cases, Demske was charged with dealing in methamphetamine. In the fourth case, Demske was charged with …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The 18th annual Kosciusko County Community Fair parade will step off promptly at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, July 8, from Boggs Industrial Park. Many entries can be expected to creatively depict the fair’s 2018 theme, “Barn to be Wild.” The two-hour procession will proceed east along Center Street, turn south on Bronson Street …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Syracuse man was arrested after stealing a vehicle and trailer from Sparkman Auto, Warsaw. Neal Ryan Minnick, 37, 202 E. Washington St., Syracuse, is being charged with auto theft, a level 6 felony. On Feb. 8, officers with the Warsaw Police Department responded to an auto theft complaint at Sparkman Auto. According …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster Community Public Library announced the appointment of Teresa Zurcher as adult services assistant. In her new position, she is responsible for assisting the adult services director with adult programming. A Tippecanoe Township resident for the past 27 years, Zurcher retired last year from North Webster Elementary School after 14 …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:  

WARSAW — Summertime means fair time and the annual Kosciusko County Fair is right around the corner. The fair grounds will be open to the public for events between 9 a.m. and 11 p.m. every day from Sunday, July 8, to Saturday, July 14.
As always parking is free. Admission to enter is $5 for adults, $3 for children ages 6-12, free for children 5 and under and $3 for seniors age 65 and older. Visitors are also given the option to purchase a weekly admission which allows admission throughout the week for $24 for adults and $12 for children.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested after throwing a beer can at a woman. Homer Dewayne Hall, 47, 536 E. Center St., Warsaw, is being charged with domestic battery with a child under 16 present, a level 6 felony; and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. On June 7, officers responded to a report …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Four individuals from Kosciusko County were arrested after officers discovered methamphetamine, marijuana and drug paraphernalia in a residence. Brian Roy Bradberry, 19, 29 EMS T9 Lane, Leesburg, is being charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; dealing in marijuana, a level 6 felony; maintaining a common nuisance, a level 6 felony; …read more.

WARSAW — Ivy Tech Community College will host an enrollment day for the fall 2018 semester from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, July 12. At Ivy Tech Community College’s Express Enrollment Day, prospective students can complete all the steps they need to start classes for the upcoming fall semester. Enrollment experts will be on-hand …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 2:50 p.m. Wednesday, July 4, 6100 block West SR 25, Mentone. Gary Barton reported fraud. 11:16 p.m. Tuesday, July 3, 100 block South CR 400W, Warsaw. Pearl Maish reported the theft of medication. 4:58 p.m. Tuesday, July 3, 4300 block South CR 600W, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 1:11 p.m. Tuesday, July 3, East Old Road 30, north of South SR 13, Pierceton. Drivers: Clare E. Quinn, 63, Dorset Boulevard, Carmel; and Patricia A. Heinrich, 65, EMS D11 Lane, Syracuse. Heinrich’s vehicle was at a traffic light when she was bumped …read more.

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

WARSAW — Over the weekend, Kosciusko County was under an excessive heat warning. But that didn’t stop the local Amtgard group from equipping their boffer weapons and shields for some intense combat. On Saturday, June 30, members of Sun Moon Passe, the Amtgard park in Warsaw, hosted a combat tournament that included members of several …read more.

MILFORD — Brandy Brady has joined CTB, Inc. as Shared Services Manager, according to Randy Eveler, vice president and chief financial officer for the company, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. Brady’s responsibility includes leading and managing the company’s accounts payable and payroll areas to ensure best practice and compliance with CTB’s organizational goals and …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A filmmaker from Los Angeles is looking for up to 50 extras for their film “Long Gone By.” Local production company One Voice Media is teaming up with Andrew Morgan for the project. Those who want to participate should contact producer Emily Morgan at [email protected]. The movie will also be accepting walk-ins on …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Patient Frustration and Caregiver Burnout will be two of the topics covered by Dr. Aubrey Tuders, a clinical psychologist at the Bowen Center, on Friday, July 13. The Parkinson’s Support Group of Warsaw will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the administrative offices of Kosciusko Community Hospital. Each month is an opportunity …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Chief Chief is a three-year-old, neutered, male Staffordshire Bull Terrier mix. He is white with large, reddish brown patches, with one brown eye and one icy blue eye. He is 51 pounds of cuddliness and affection. Chief …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 3:10 p.m. Monday, July 2, 1000 block North Old Road 15, Milford. Leading Edge reported damage to a fence and gate on the property of the business. 10:24 a.m. Monday, July 2, 7400 block East Old Road 30 and North SR 13, Pierceton. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 10:21 a.m. Monday, July 2, East Armstrong Road, near North CR 200E, Leesburg. Drivers: Melissa L. Brody, 32, Whitfield Road, Northbrook, Ill.; and Randal L. Litwiller, 63, Longwood Court, Goshen. Brody was traveling south on CR 200E when she came to the intersection …read more.

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

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — InkFreeNews.com has officially reached 60,000 likes on its Facebook page. InkFreeNews continues to prove itself as Kosciusko County’s breaking news leader. InkFreeNews has been providing breaking news to Kosciusko County since April 30, 2012. The news operation has changed names and editors since 2012, but has always striven to deliver fast and accurate news pertaining to …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Although research has proven that smoking is harmful to a baby’s health, both before and after birth, in Kosciusko County 14.3 percent of pregnant women continue to smoke during their pregnancies. Studies have shown smoking increases the risk of preterm delivery, stillbirth, low birth weight, and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). In an …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Builders Association of Kosciusko – Fulton Counties’ Associate Member Wetzel Insurance Agency raised $774 in golfer donations at the Coats for Kids Community Outreach Golf Outing on Tuesday, June 26. For the past several years, Wetzel Owner Byron Kauffman has challenged golfers in a driving contest in lieu of donations. Wetzel then …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Two Warsaw individuals were arrested after beating a female and stealing her purse. Jordan Jeffrey Bronsing, 18, 504 Fort Wayne St. C., Warsaw, is being charged with aiding, inducing, or causing robbery, a level 5 felony; and aiding, inducing, or causing theft, a class A misdemeanor. Kimberly L. Northern, 18, 532 E. Center …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 7:24 p.m. Sunday, July 1, 2300 block East CR 100N, Warsaw. Frank Scalet reported a vehicle that hit a mailbox and fled the area. 8 a.m. Sunday, July 1, 11300 block North Nash Drive, Syracuse. Brendan D. Miller reported the theft of an …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 3:38 a.m. Monday, July 2, 1049 Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw. Driver: Sheila S. Swinehart, 41, Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw. Swinehart was backing out of a driveway when she struck the back of a parked, unoccupied vehicle. Damage up to $2,500. 7:25 p.m. Sunday, …read more.

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

KOSCIUSKO — The Builders Association of Kosciusko – Fulton Counties held its 23rd annual Coats for Kids Community Outreach Golf Outing at Stonehenge Golf Course and Country Club in Winona Lake on Tuesday, June 26. BAKFC members and their guests golfed to show their support in raising funds to purchase new winter coats for kids …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library will host the following events: The library will be closed Wednesday, July 4. The library is hosting 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 3 p.m. every Wednesday and 10 …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Public Library will host the following adult and teen programs in July. Rachel Kruger will lead a needle felting class at 5:30 p.m. Monday, July 2, inspired by “Pusheen.” Register. Chess Club meets at 10 a.m. Saturdays. Cookbook Club members will discuss favorite fish recipes at 11 a.m. Monday, July …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw woman was arrested after helping steal items from Tractor Supply Company. Lesley Tranae Crawford, 47, 277 E. Burkhart Drive, Warsaw, is being charged with aiding, inducing, or causing burglary, a level 5 felony; aiding, inducing, or causing theft, a class A misdemeanor; and sentence enhancement for aiding, inducing, or causing theft, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Milford man was arrested after stealing a motorcycle. Nicholas Randall Garbar, 18, 71 E. South St., Milford, is being charged with auto theft, a level 6 felony; possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; and possession of marijuana, a class B misdemeanor. On June 7, officers were dispatched to an American Legion …read more.

WARSAW — Congressman Jim Banks announced that a member of his staff will visit Warsaw and Columbia City Thursday, July 5, to meet with local residents and assist Hoosiers experiencing problems with a federal agency. Staff members will be at Warsaw’s City Hall, located at 102 S. Buffalo St., from 9:30 am. to noon. They …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Milford woman was arrested after stealing a debit card and using it to make purchases. Katarzyna Johnson, 37, 427 East CR 1150N, Milford, is being charged with fraud, a level 6 felony; and theft, a class A misdemeanor. On March 5, a female subject filed a report at the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s …read more.

WARSAW — A man, woman and child were transported to Lutheran Hospital Fort Wayne after their vehicle struck a trailer. At approximately 4:09 p.m. Thursday, June 28, officers with the Warsaw Police Department responded to a report of a vehicle that struck a residence in Forest Park Mobile Home Community at 3390 Old Colony Road, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 6:43 p.m. Thursday, June 28, 1400 block South Oak St., Warsaw. Rudolph Reyna reported theft. Value: $20. 5:47 p.m. Thursday, June 28, 8200 block North Syracuse Webster Road, Syracuse. Cathy L. Northrup reported the theft of a stolen riding lawn mower. Value: $800. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 11:07 p.m. Thursday, June 28, South SR 15, near West CR 550S, Warsaw. Driver: Jacob R. Peattie, 29, West Section Street, Claypool. Peattie was traveling south on South SR 15 when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $2,500. 9:52 p.m. Thursday, …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:

WARSAW — A white Toyota Camry struck a trailer and injured a child and two other individuals. The trailer was damaged and was reportedly smoking. The accident occurred shortly after 4 p.m. at Forest Park Mobile Home Community located on Old Colony Road, Warsaw. The minor suffered lacerations to the eye and was transported by …read more.

*WARNING: The following article contains information that may not be suitable for all readers.* WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested for sexual misconduct with a minor. Matthew Glenn Schultz, 43, 920 Anchorage Road 19, Warsaw, is being charged with sexual misconduct with a minor, a level 4 felony. On May 24, officers responded to …read more.

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

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Career Center will host the following events in July. 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, July 9 — 11 a.m. to noon Monday, July 16 …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — One State/One Story: Frankenstein and Kosciusko Literacy Services celebrate the 200th anniversary of Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein;” or, “The Modern Prometheus” locally and in communities throughout Indiana. In Greek mythology, Prometheus, a Titan and trickster, created mankind from clay and enabled civilization by stealing fire from the gods and giving it to humanity. The …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A man and woman from Claypool were arrested after stealing a Lego toy from Walmart. Maryellen Marie Stephens, 36, 7388 Justus Stephens Lane, Claypool, is being charged with making a false sales document, a level 6 felony; and theft, a class A misdemeanor. Richard Michael King, 39, 7338 W. Justus Stephens Lane, Claypool, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 11:54 a.m. Tuesday, June 26, 2400 block West CR 250S, Warsaw. Myrna E. Schaaf reported burglary. Medication was stolen. Value: $250. 3:34 a.m. Tuesday, June 26, 100 block EMS B61I Lane, Warsaw. Officers responded to a report of a physical fight. The caller …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 6:28 p.m. Tuesday, June 26, West US 30, west of North Fox Farm Road, Warsaw. Driver: Denise V. Williams, 19, Serenity Drive, Fort Wayne. Williams was traveling east on US 30 when her vehicle left the right side of the roadway, striking an …read more.

WARSAW — Woman’s Life Insurance Society presented Connie Street-Fribley, K & C Insurance Services of Warsaw, with the Bina West Award in recognition of her sales and leadership in 2017. The Bina West Award was established in honor of Woman’s Life Founder Bina West, and recognizes outstanding involvement and support of the Woman’s Life mission …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A North Webster man was arrested after stealing a lawn mower. Dwayne Allen Cooper, Jr., 32, 411 S. East St., North Webster, is being charged with theft, a level 6 felony. On May 26, officers spoke with a male subject who reported that his lawn mower was stolen. On May 31, a second …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Lakeland Art Association is pleased to be hosting an exhibit of Timothy Tyree’s work this July. The gallery is located at 302 E. Winona Ave., Warsaw. Normal business hours are 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. The exhibit will open on July 5, with an artist reception to be held from …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Nugget Nugget is a sweet, 10-year-old, spayed, female Dachshund/Beagle mix. She is black and tan with white and weighs 17 pounds. Nugget is an active girl who loves to go for walks and roam around the yard. …read more.

WARSAW — A hearing date has been set for one of the properties discussed at the code enforcement hearing held yesterday, June 26. The property at 1627 Fisher Ave., Warsaw, is owned by Brad Eberly and rented by a tenant. Eberly and the tenants have a court hearing at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 10, regarding …read more.

INDIANA — Effective July 1, Indiana House Bill 1248 becomes law and will amend Indiana Code 10-13-5-4.4 to include “missing endangered child.” The amended law defines a “missing endangered child” as a missing child who is believed to be incapable of returning to the missing child’s residence without assistance because of mental illness, intellectual disability, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — K21 Health Foundation is continuing to celebrate its 20th year of serving the community, this time by providing a $20,000 gift to the City-County Athletic Complex. K21’s Board of Directors selected the CCAC to receive this gift to honor its dedication to the community for more than 20 years. The 65-acre facility opened …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Lake City Bank is pleased to announce the following promotions. Kelli A. Cook has been promoted to Retail Banking Officer, leading its Pierceton office team. In her new role, Cook promotes and markets the bank and its products, ensures that her branch provides a high level of customer service, and trains bank personnel. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Warsaw Community Development Corporation announced the following available grants for downtown businesses. Downtown Development Week Grant The Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs is adding a small grant opportunity to the week-long celebration in October called Downtown Development Week. This week will be an opportunity for communities across the state to …read more.

WARSAW — The City of Warsaw has received updated railroad closure information. Norfolk Southern will be installing rail from Pope Street to just south of Fort Wayne Street today, June 26. Crossings from Pope Street through Main Street will be closed simultaneously most or all of today. CR 300S is now re-opened. CR 200S and Ranch …read more.

INDIANA — Flooding is the most common and costly disaster in the Untied States and can happen anywhere. Just four months ago, floodwaters caused millions of dollars in damage across Indiana. There are many ways you can minimize your home’s potential risk of flooding and not all of them are difficult or expensive. Flood damage …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Kosciusko Cares Youth Services is offering a youth mental health first aid class to adults in the community. “This is a class that will teach adults how to recognize signs of an emerging mental health problem in youth and how to get them professional help,” said Marsha Carey, director of Kosciusko Cares. This …read more.

By Darla McCammon Galleries, museums, and more interesting places literally surround us. Indiana has a fantastic surplus of excellent art museums you are free to visit and enjoy while the weather is not an impediment. First is the Haan Mansion in Lafayette. This beautiful building was moved from the 1904 World’s Fair. It now houses …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 1:21 p.m. Sunday, June 24, 5800 block West Wood Duck Drive and South Lakeshore Drive, Mentone. Officers responded to a report of an animal bite. A male subject on a motorcycle went to the hospital after being attacked by a pitbull. 5:31 p.m. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 2:02 p.m. Sunday, June 24, East CR 1300N, east of North Old Road 15, Milford. Driver: Michael D. Morgan, 49, North CR 300E, Syracuse. Morgan was traveling east on CR 1300N when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $10,000. 12:04 p.m. …read more.

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

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library will host the following events in June: The library is closed on Sundays during the summer. Bell Memorial Public Library is having a book sale in its main lobby. Single titles are 25 cents each or 5 books for $1. Join the library for Story Hour at 3 …read more.

By Katie Warrener Children’s Services Department WARSAW — The Summer Reading season is off to a fantastic start at the Warsaw Community Public Library and will continue through July 31. Encourage the children in your life to share their summer success with us at the library and participate in our free programs. A variety of …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A local homeless man was arrested for attempting to deal in methamphetamine after receiving a package addressed to Bruce Banner of Hulk Industry. Eric Scott McFarland, 37, is being charged with attempted dealing in methamphetamine, a level 2 felony; and attempted possession of methamphetamine, a level 3 felony. On June 5, officers with …read more.

PIERCETON — Do you like learning about Pierceton history and reminiscing about past times? Come to the Pierceton Elementary School at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 24, to see an updated presentation of “Picturing Pierceton: Then and Now.” Joan Hostetler will show dozens of photos, particularly of the downtown commercial blocks, submitted by residents for the …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 5:11 p.m. Thursday, June 21, North Harrison Street, north of East Main Street, Atwood. Driver: Alex M. Jimenez, 27, Pennsylvania Avenue, Plymouth. While responding to a welfare check, a medic unit driven by Jimenez turned into the side of an unoccupied, parked police …read more.

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

WARSAW — Lake City Bank is pleased to announce a promotion and new employee within the bank. Evan R. Kehr has been promoted to Security Analyst Officer. In his new position, Kehr helps oversee the bank’s security monitoring and management program. He also tests and evaluates cybersecurity controls. He most recently served as the One …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Town Council held a meeting Wednesday, June 20, regarding the usage of the Pierceton Senior Citizens Center and 2019 town budget. Currently, the senior center is used weekly by local seniors to socialize and play games. Since REAL Services is no longer hosting meals there, the council decided at its June …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — After the fairgrounds was granted a motion for a change of judge, all Kosciusko County judges have recused themselves from the case due to conflicts of interest. Circuit Court Judge Michael Reed granted a change of judge for the case on June 12. Both Superior 1 Judge David Cates and Superior 2 Judge …read more.

PIERCETON — A Pierceton man was arrested after strangling his girlfriend and threatening police officers. Harvey Truman Clutter, 63, 604 N. First St. 10, Pierceton, is being charged with strangulation, a level 6 felony; resisting law enforcement, a level 6 felony; intimidation, a level 6 felony; and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. On June …read more.

WARSAW — Officers responded to a report of a possible water rescue at Pike Lake around 12:45 p.m. Thursday, June 21. The caller stated that they noticed three paddle boarders in the middle of the lake, possibly struggling. When officers arrived at the scene and dispatched a rescue boat, they observed the three individuals all …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams is making a splash during the summer of 2018. With two new lake-related studies underway, the Lilly Center is focused on providing science-based recommendations to the county, from Beaver Dam to Wawasee. The first study is about boats and the second is about zebra mussels. …read more.