Koscisuko County Court New Filing Kosciusko County Court Judgments Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Vickie L. Adams, Warsaw, $1,796.06 Angelica M. Garcia, Cromwell, $1,075.47 Joel L. McNicholas, Warsaw, $1,095.55 Amy Meade, Mentone, $916.74 David L. Robbins, Warsaw, …read more.

MILFORD — Milford Valley has launched the 2015 “Art of Chicken” Photo Contest with a grand prize of $5,000. The contest offers artists and non-artists alike an opportunity to win big for their shareable photographs that feature Milford Valley packaging used in a unique and non-traditional way. Entries will be accepted Aug. 1 through Sept. …read more.

SOUTH BEND — The Conexus Indiana North Central Regional Logistics Council today released its regional logistics strategic plan that details long-term infrastructure, public policy and talent development priorities to grow the logistics industry and the economy in the seven-county region. Among those counties was Kosciusko. According to a press release, in developing Ensuring Connection to …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 7:59 p.m. Monday, Aug. 3, North CR 175E, Warsaw. Driver; Anna M. Stamper, 28, North CR 175E, Warsaw. Stamper was backing out of her driveway and backed into a parked vehicle registered to Devinn A. Smith, South Columbia Street, Warsaw. Damage up to …read more.

MILFORD — Gain insight into how to keep your farm prospering through the ups and downs. Be prepared for change. Be ready for what’s coming down the pipeline. Indiana-area growers are invited to TruHorizons’ first Precision Technology Day, titled The Resilient Farmer. The event, being held Aug. 5, at trial plots near Milford, will focus …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF Milford Public Library news and events this week: Teens Make Their Own Sundaes Teens who have read at least 50 hours are invited to attend the ‘Make your own sundae’ party at noon Monday, Aug. 3, in the meeting room. You should have been given a ticket for the party …read more.

Milford Lizard’s Bar and Grill •Chris Cage Karaoke, 10 p.m. Friday, July 31 •He Said, She Said, 10 p.m. Saturday, July 31 North Webster The Dixie Boat Cap’n Bob, 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, sunset and moonlight cruises Pierceton The Post Moonshine Alibi, 9:30 p.m. Friday, July 31; country rock music Syracuse The Frog Tavern …read more.

Omer E. Hochstetler, age 87, Milford, died at 2:04 a.m. Wednesday, July 29, 2015, at the home of his son, LaMar Hochstetler. He had been ailing for several years. Mr. Hochstetler was born Feb. 11, 1928, in Kosciusko County, to Eli J. and Sarah (Miller) Hochstetler. On Aug. 15, 1948, he married Wilma Hochstetler. Mr. …read more.

Kosciusko County Judgments Kosciusko County New Filings Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Amy L. Adams, Warsaw, $4,883.95 Traci Ayala, Warsaw, $2,255.86 Kyle D. Banghart, Claypool, $1,495.16 Debra A. Bartles, North Webster, $3,461.43 Darrell L. Bender, Milford, $2,478.59 …read more.

MILFORD — Price Auto Repair in Milford is busy cleaning up this morning following damage caused by a fire Tuesday night, July 28. Milford Fire Department responded to the blaze late last night.

MILFORD — Emergency personnel are currently responding to a fire at Price Auto in Milford on SR 15.

Milford’s proposed 2016 budget managed to successfully cut close to 6 percent from last year, bringing its total to $1,585,450, down from $1,684,402 in 2015. “It will be a tight year,” Town Treasurer Joellen Free stated. This is the second year the town has had to reduce its budget.

Peggy Hamilton, 47, of Milford passed away at 11:49 p.m. Saturday, July 25, 2015.  She was born Nov. 7, 1967,  to Cletus and Mary (Westerman) England in Elkhart. On Nov. 28, 1984, she married Jeff Hamilton. He survives. Peggy enjoyed watching car races, crossword puzzles, Bingo, dancing, and haunted houses. She enjoyed her children and spending time …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A North Webster woman was arrested on Saturday, July 25, after allegedly committing welfare fraud that amounted to over $50,000 of wrongfully obtained assistance from the government.

  The Lakeland Eagles Club of Syracuse concluded their 2015 People Helping People philanthropy campaign with a celebration and presentation of checks on Saturday evening. During the campaign, the Eagles raised $16,586 through a variety of fundraisers, including the Bullet Bob Niles golf outing held earlier this year at South Shore Golf Club. Of the …read more.

By MILFORD LIBRARY STAFF MILFORD — Milford Public Library news and events this week: Summer Reading Program The Summer Reading Program comes to an end Saturday, Aug.1, so keep these things in mind. Keep reading. Many of you have read lots of hours and earned lots of prizes. The last day to turn in hours is …read more.

MILFORD — Milford Fire responded to the report of a gas leak at 71 E. North St. around 2 p.m. today, July 24.

MILFORD — During a routine traffic patrol Thursday afternoon, Milford Town Marshal Rich Miotto noticed some suspicious behavior that led to the arrest of a male subject. While driving past Milford Town Park at Waubee Lake, Miotto said he noticed a car filled with four people and clothing draped over the doors and windows. When …read more.

Kosciusko County Court New Filings Kosciusko County Court Judgments Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Jerry R. Almy, North Webster, $1,630.69 Tina L. Bauer, Winona Lake, $1,264.23 Jason L. Forschner, Warsaw, $5,850.31 Ryan M. Gross, Warsaw, $3,279.52 Dianna …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 4:36 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, East South Street, west of North Old SR 15, Milford. Drivers: Myrtle R. Mullins, 67, East LaPointe Drive., Milford, and Debbie L. Henson, 59, East South Street, Milford. Mullins was backing out of a driveway and struck the …read more.

MILFORD — TruHorizons, an agricultural company with locations in Milford, La Paz and Bremen, has announced the hiring of Leland Hartstack as general manager. Hartstack comes to TruHorizons from Zen-Noh Grain Corporation in Convent, La., where he managed a large barge and vessel facility. Prior to that, he worked as a merchandiser/trader, origination coordinator and …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 5:20 a.m. Monday, July 20, East CR 400N, west of EMS B4 Lane, Leesburg. Driver: Earl F. Jacquay, 30, East CR 350S, Pierceton. Jacquay swerved his vehicle to miss a deer, hitting a pole. Damage up to $10,000. 10:33 p.m. Sunday, July 19, …read more.

By MILFORD LIBRARY STAFF Science of Superman It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s Superman! Wait! No, it’s Professor Steve. Watch in amazement as he does everything that Superman can do and learn the science behind it all. Plan to attend this entertaining program at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at the Milford Community Building. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 2:57 a.m. Thursday, July 16, 9500 Block South SR 13, Claypool. Teresa L. Calhoun reported being threatened. 12:13 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, 600 block East Camp Mack Road, Milford, Dean A. Marble reported damage to his truck. 6:19 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, 100 …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 5:39 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, North SR 15 and West CR 1350N, Milford. Drivers: Pedro Hernandez, 38, East CR 1150N, Milford, and Bailey R. Nifong, 16, Plymouth LaPorte Trail, Plymouth. Nifong failed to see the Hernandez vehicle before attempting to cross SR 15, …read more.

Kosciusko County Court New Filings Kosciusko County Court Judgments Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Rockhill Pinnick v. Phillip M. Armie, Warsaw, $3,965.12 Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Kenneth J. Brown, Warsaw, $2,393.15 Tana M. Elliott, Etna Green, $739.09 Vanessa R. Holloway, Leesburg, …read more.

MILFORD — The Indiana DNR is dropping plans to reintroduce ciscoes at Waubee Lake in Kosciusko County. The fish species was once common in the lake. Biologists say not enough oxygen is available in the deep, cold-water layer of the 187-acre lake for ciscoes to survive. Had conditions been adequate, the DNR and lake residents …read more.

MILFORD — William Prater, Phil Marsh, Roy Stark and James Lockhart recently retired from CTB Inc. Prater, Silver Lake, retired after 11 years of service. During his career, Prater worked in the Chore-Time Group business unit’s Milford location in positions including material handler and production operator. Marsh, Nappanee, recently retired after 20 years of service. …read more.

MILFORD  — Patricia “Tricia” Gall has been named Accounting Supervisor for CTB, Inc., according to Will Mabee, vice president and corporate controller for CTB. In her new position, Gall will oversee accounts payable and payroll functions. Prior to joining CTB, Gall gained 11 years of experience with a large orthopedic devices manufacturer where she most …read more.

The National Weather Service in northern Indiana has issued a flash flood warning for Kosciusko and surrounding counties. The warning is in effect until 4:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 14. At 10:26 p.m. doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated multiple thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Up to two inches of rain have …read more.

Sharon Kay Dewart Keller, 74, of Indianapolis passed away Friday, July 10, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Indianapolis. She was born to Randall and Gwendoline Dewart on April 9, 1941. Sharon is survived by three daughters: Kathy Keller; Vicki Keller; and Kristi Keller; three grandchildren: Brittany Keller; Shelby Keller; and Trae Harger, all of …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 2:05 p.m. Thursday, July 9, South SR 19, south of West CR 100S, Mentone. Driver: Brittney Stump, 27, North Franklin Street, Mentone. Stump lost control of her vehicle, went off the road and struck an REMC pole. Damage up to $10,000. 3:04 a.m. …read more.

Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Guy, Benjamin, and Elise v. Eric Miller, Warsaw, $550.40 Civil Collections The following civil collections have been awarded in Kosciusko County Courts: Unifund CCR v. Michael R. Alspaugh, Warsaw, $8,601.64 Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Sue E. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 11:55 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, South CR 400E, south of East CR 700S, Warsaw. Driver: Todd L. Cornett, 51, South CR 400E, Warsaw. Cornett’s vehicle struck a racoon. Damage up to $5,000. 5:56 a.m. Tuesday, July 7, West CR 1250N, west of North …read more.

Robert G. Buhrt, 85 entered his eternal life in Heaven at 10 p.m. on the 4th of July, following a brief illness. He was at the same home in Kosciusko County where he was born on Nov. 7, 1929, to Paul and Ida (Mock) Buhrt. On Dec. 31, 1953, he married Lorabell J. Newcomer in …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF Steven’s Puppets Present Sleeping Beauty Come and join us at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, in the Milford Community Building for a marionette show. Steven’s Puppets will be presenting “Sleeping Beauty” with hand carved, beautifully costumed marionettes as they enact the play with the help of skilled puppeteers. This program …read more.

A grant from the Kosciusko County Convention Recreation and Visitors Commission for disc golf equipment and installation was accepted by the Warsaw Board of Public Works & Safety Thursday morning. KCCRVC provided a $4,800 grant toward purchase and installation of a 9-hole disc golf course at Lucerne Park. KCCRVC has also indicated should the course …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Eastgate Apartments v. Aaron Amiotte, Chesterton, $139 Julie Larson v. Darrell and Rebecca Bradtke, Jemison, Ala., $3,115 Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Larry D. Brown, Winona Lake, $887.14 …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 2:41 p.m. Monday, June 29, East CR 750N and North CR 300E, Leesburg. Driver: John G. Fisher, 72, North Kalorama Road, Leesburg. Hit Deer. Damage up to $10,000. 6:55 a.m. Monday, June 29, North SR 15 and West CR 900N, Milford. Drivers: Claude …read more.

The town of Milford offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of the Fourth of July.

Kyle R. Flores, 21, North Perry Drive, Milford, complained of pain to the chest following a two-vehicle accident at 6:55 a.m. today, Monday, June 29, at SR 15 and CR 900N, south of Milford. He was taken to Kosciusko Community Hospital. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department reports Claude R. Elliott, 72, North Conner Court, Milford, was …read more.

Minor injuries were reported in an accident at 3:53 p.m. Wednesday, June 24, at US 6 and SR 15, north of Milford. Myrtle Sliter, 80, North Webster, and an unnamed passenger in her vehicle, were both transported to IU Health Goshen with minor injuries. Indiana State Police report Joyce Padget, 65, Goshen, was northbound on …read more.

Milford Fire Department, Multi-Township EMS, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department and Milford Police are at the scene of a two-vehicle accident The accident occurred around 7 a.m. at SR 15 and CR 900N. Entrance onto CR 900N is currently blocked until vehicles can be removed. One person has been injured.    

Kosciusko County Court Filings Kosciusko County Court Judgments Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Nephrology Associates v. Garold Baldridge, Claypool, $662.88 Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Kristi Bodley, Winona Lake, $3,845.72 Darrell E. Carr, Warsaw, $14,671.29 Kristina Freeman, Warsaw, $935.01 Violeta Herrera, Warsaw, …read more.

UPDATE: According to Milford Fire Department the reported gas leak is under control and now being handled by NIPSCO. At approximately 9 p.m. Tuesday, June 23, Milford Fire Department was called to 206 N. Shaffer St., Milford. An odor of gas was reported, MFD is currently on scene investigating.  

MILFORD – New Beginnings preschool in Milford is set to host its second annual golf outing. The event will take place Monday, July 13, at Tippecanoe Lake Country Club in Leesburg. Tee time is 1 p.m. for the 18-hole Florida Scramble. Cost for a four-member team is $240 and includes prizes for first through third …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF Superhero Show and Museum If you are a big fan of superheroes, now is your chance to come and see some of the famous tools they used to save humanity. Join us for the superheroes show and mini museum by Family Time Entertainment at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 24, at …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Filing Kosciusko County Court Judgments Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Snow and Sauerteig LLP v. Rachel Adams, Milford, $5,061.42 Matthew T. Allen, Silver Lake, $1,203.63 Tab Baldridge, Claypool, $608.44 Julia R. and Larry T. Baughman, Warsaw, $3,848.97 Matthew …read more.

There will be 16 young ladies vying for the title of 2015 Queen of Lakes at this year’s North Webster Mermaid Festival. The 2015 Queen of Lakes pageant will be at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 27, in the North Webster Community Center. The pageant is sponsored by the North Webster Lioness and Lions Clubs and …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 6:20 a.m. Tuesday, June 16, North SR 13 and East CR 900N, North Webster. Driver: Jay A. Fetters, 66 North CR 500E, North Manchester. Hit deer. Damage up to $5,000. 4:55 a.m. Tuesday, June 16, South SR 15, south of West CR 800S, …read more.

Kosciusko County Court New Filings Kosciusko County Court Judgments Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: R and T Green Acres v. Jeanna Backus, Warsaw, $1,212 Phillip Caudill, Warsaw, $589 Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Tony D. Baker, Silver Lake, $1,616.47 Sharon Barefoot, North …read more.

The Van Buren Township Advisory Board will be meeting at 6:30 p.m. Monday June 22 at the new location of the Van Buren TWP Trustee Office, 101 S. Main St. Milford. This meeting will be a budget workshop for the 2016 budget process.

The state’s witnesses took the stand this morning to testify in a case against Wesley Lee Melton Jr., 22, Milford, regarding the alleged child molestation of a 13-year-old relative. The two-day jury trial, held in Superior Court I, is presided over by Judge David Cates.

Kosciusko: Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 11:32 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, 1500 block East CR 300N, Warsaw. Jason Richard Selvey reported the theft of a firearm from a vehicle.fire 2:35 a.m. Tuesday, June 9, 7400 block North SR 13, North Webster. Darrell L. Clark reported a theft of speakers …read more.

Wesley Lee Melton Jr Jury selection took up the morning and early afternoon today, Tuesday, June 9, in Kosciusko County Superior Court 1, for the start of a two-day jury trial for Wesley Lee Melton Jr., 23, West Harrison, Mauds, Okla., formerly of Milford. Melton was charged in July 2013 with child molesting, a class …read more.

Mary B. Kauke, 93, of Milford, formerly of North Webster, and Chicago, Ill., passed away at 10:35 p.m. Sunday, May 24, 2015, at Lakeland Health Care and Rehab in Milford. She was born on July 4, 1921, in Indianapolis to George & Henrietta (Husser) Selig. She attended public schools in Chicago and was married on …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 2:14 p.m. Friday, June 5, 8200 block East US 30, Pierceton. Karri Ann Bloom reported the theft of a wallet. Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incidents: 4:04 p.m. Friday, June 5, 200 block South Main Street, Milford. Randy …read more.

Kosciusko County Court New Filings Kosciusko County Court Judgments Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: South Bend Orthopaedic Association v. Sylvia Aguirre, Warsaw, $492.96 Snow and Sauerteig v. Charles E. Brown, Warsaw, $3,556.51 Radiology Inc. v. Donald M. Caverley, Warsaw, $316.38 Zulema …read more.

Infant Omar Sebastian Vellejo, Milford, was stillborn at 10:07 p.m. Sunday, May 31, 2015 at IU Goshen Hospital, Goshen. He is the son of Karlie S. (Stump) Robles and Ociel J. Vallejo, Milford. Omar is survived by his parents; two brothers: Maldemar Robles; Elijah Robles; two sisters: Charlee Robles; and Ophelia Ibarra; maternal grandparents: Susan …read more.

Infant Omar Sebastian Vellejo, Milford, was stillborn at 10:07 p.m. Sunday, May 31, 2015, at IU Goshen Hospital, Goshen. He is the son of Karlie S. (Stump) Robles and Ociel J. Vallejo, Milford. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, Syracuse.

Emergency personnel responded to an accident involving a buggy and vehicle on CR 1350N and CR 300W at 8:33 a.m. today. According to Sgt. Chad Hill, public information officer with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, officers and emergency personnel arrived to discover a buggy had been struck from behind, causing severe damage. The buggy was …read more.

Mary B. Kauke, 93, of Milford, formerly of North Webster, and Chicago, Ill., passed away at 10:35 p.m. Sunday, May 24, 2015, at Lakeland Health Care and Rehab in Milford. She was born on July 4, 1921, in Indianapolis to George & Henrietta (Husser) Selig. She attended public schools in Chicago and was married on …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF Summer Reading Program Join us and be a superhero this summer. Our summer reading program starts Monday, June 1. Come into the library and sign up for the program. The theme this year for children is “Every Hero has a Story” and will be for newborns through fifth-graders. For sixth-grade …read more.

Chelsea Lee Fetters, 18, Milford, passed away Saturday, May 23, 2015. The Huntington, W. Va. native was born June 27, 1996, the daughter of Gordon Lee Fetters of Ironton, Ohio, and Peggy Lee Mullins, Milford. Chelsea was scheduled to graduate from Wawasee High School in Syracuse on Saturday, June 6, with the class of 2015, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 5:41 a.m. Wednesday, May 27, North SR 15, south of West CR 1350N, Milford. Kevin S. Walker,52, East Beer Road, Milford. Hit deer. Damage up to $2,500. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 5:40 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Michelle Burkholder v. Adam Booher, Claypool, $2,456.50 Snow and Sauerteig v. Charles E. Brown, Warsaw, $3,556.51 Cash Depot v. John Dimmitt, Warsaw, $997.34 Paul A. Soelting v. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 3:37 p.m. Saturday, May 23, North CR 300E and East Bowser Road, Milford. Drivers: Chelsea L. Fetters, 18 Ulrich Drive, Milford, and Jason P. Pressler, 40, Tropicana Avenue, Goshen. Fetters was taken to Lutheran Hospital where she died from injuries. Pressler and two …read more.

Donald Dean Wooten Sr. died Thursday, Feb. 20, 2014, in Norman Park, Ga. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 6, at Milford Cemetery. Born Dec. 17, 1928, in Kimmell, he was the son of William Orvil Wooten and Sally Ann Bolling Wooten. He was the chief security officer with Brunswick …read more.

Richard Ahrens, age 86, of Elkhart, died peacefully, Thursday, May 21, 2015, at his home following a long illness. He was born January 17, 1929, in Grass Lake, Michigan to Louis Joseph and Vera Maxine (Spry) Ahrens. He married Mary LaRock December 10, 1949 at Wall Street Baptist Church, Jackson, Mich. Mr. Ahrens was an …read more.

The weather cooperated with those attending the Memorial Day parade in Milford this morning. The sun darted behind clouds throughout the parade, which paid honor to fallen veterans. Veteran Bob Geiger lead prayer at a brief memorial in front of Milford Town Hall follow by members of the honor guard giving a 21-gun salute during …read more.

Emily Rose Kuhns, 2-day old infant daughter of Joni and Lizzie (Herschberger) Kuhns, West CR 900N, Milford, died at 12:58 pm, Friday, May 22, 2015, at IU Health Goshen Hospital. She was born May 20, 2015, at New Eden Care Center, Topeka. Emily’s parents are members of the Old Order Amish Church. Surviving with her …read more.

By Malea Vanlaningham Milford Public Library After School is Cool Come join us for the last ‘After School is Cool’ event. Bring your friends. We are having a party with snacks at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 26. Come celebrate the end of the school year If you have hit 40 points, this is your last …read more.

  Crowds thinned out mid-afternoon, but there was plenty of activity until 9 p.m. Milford Fest 2015 is winding down for the year. The weather could not have been better for the hundreds who enjoyed the day. The annual event is a time for fun for residents of Milford, return of former residents and visitors …read more.

  Milford Fest Car Show wraps up another year. Milford Lions Club welcomed 62 entries in this year’s car show, from across the state. The car show was held on the north end of Main Street from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Awards were presented to the following: Best of Show went to Roy Houth …read more.

  A Milford teen has died following an afternoon crash today at CR 300N and Bowser Road, east of Milford. Chelsea L. Fetters, 18, Milford, died from her injuries approximately three hours after the accident, at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. She was initially immediately transported from the scene by Multi-Township EMS to Lutheran Hospital, Fort …read more.

Four persons have  been injured, one seriously in a two vehicle accident at 3:37 p.m. today at CR 300E and Bowser Road, east of Milford. Multi-Township EMS, Milford Fire Department along with Syracuse Police, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department and Indiana State Police are at the scene. Motorist should avoid this area until the scene is …read more.

This afternoon at Milford Fest the 2015 Senior King and Queen were crowned. Bud and Jeri Seely received the honor of being the 2015 royalty. Trisha Gall, Lions Club member and Milford Fest Committee member, crowned the couple. Gall described how both Bud and Jeri are active, and lifetime, members of the Lions Club. The …read more.

The 2015 Milford Fest Cutie Contest was a success! Aspiring firefighters and hairstylists filled the competition. They were they most common answers for what the children wanted to be when they grew up. The Cutie Contest had 4 different categories. There was a 2-3 year old category for boys and girls and a 4-5 year …read more.

The 2015 Milford Fest has begun. The Kiwanis started the day with their pancake and sausage breakfast. The breakfast is planned to last until 11 a.m. Many events are scheduled to last throughout the day. Most of the community wide garage sales started at 8 a.m. this morning. A map of garage sale is available …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Additionally, a listing of Memorial Day events is being prepared. Those events can also be sent to John Faulkner. Warsaw Central Park Hoosier Highway – 7 p.m. Friday, May 22 …read more.

Early Thursday morning, Samuel Fowler was sworn in as Milford’s newest reserve police officer by the town’s Clerk-Treasurer Joellen Free. Fowler is a newlywed, having married his wife Erin earlier this month. Following the wedding, the couple moved to Winona Lake from Warsaw. He intends to eventually attend the Indiana Police Academy and hopes to …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgements Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Sylvia M. Aguire, Warsaw, $933.53 Thomas D. Calhoun, Pierceton, $843.65 Aaron C. McCray, Milford, $2,894.23 Steven Rockey, Warsaw, $1,971.55 Ashley N. Vergon, Claypool, …read more.

Cora E. Schrock, 90, of Goshen, passed away at her home Sunday evening, May 17, 2015. She was born May 23, 1924, in Arthur, Ill. to Edward J. and Annie (Gingerich) Yoder. She married Raymond Y. Schrock on Dec. 21, 1946 in Arthur, Ill.. He died April 2, 2009. A Goshen resident since 1961, Mrs. …read more.

By VINCE ROBINSON American Red Cross The American Red Cross seeks eligible donors to give blood in honor of World Blood Donor Day, Sunday, June 14, and throughout the summer to help ensure a sufficient blood supply for patients in need. Summer is an especially difficult time to collect enough blood to meet the needs …read more.

By MILFORD LIBRARY STAFF After School Is Cool Join staff at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 19, for game day. Depending on the weather, we will participate in outside activities or come in and play board games. Either way, we will have a good time, so bring your friends. After we play, we will enjoy a …read more.

  Nathaniel McConnell, 24, Etna Green, was flown to South Bend Memorial Hospital, with internal injuries following a two vehicle accident at 2:48 p.m. today. The accident was on US 6 at CR 23, north of Milford and just east of the US 6/SR 15 intersection. The Elkhart County Sheriff’s department accident crash release, distributed …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 10:50 a.m. Thursday, May 14, 800 block North Zimmer Road, Warsaw. Mark H. Soto reported fraud. 2:45 a.m. Thursday, May 14, 300 block East Syracuse Street/North Old SR 15, Milford. An individual reported a person had been jumped and another individual hit by …read more.

The recycling bins in Leesburg have been moved to Milford. The previous location across from Stacy’s has been sold and construction is taking place on that property. The KC Recycling Depot and the Town of Leesburg are looking for a new location. Anyone who can help by offering a site is asked to please call …read more.

Jon E. Treesh, 59, went home to be with the Lord and with his departed loved ones on May 12, 2015, following his sudden death in Fort Wayne. He was born on Dec. 14, 1955, in Elkhart, to Glen L. (Ike) and Jean Geiger Treesh, each of whom preceded him in death. Jon was a …read more.

Milford Redevelopment Commission meeting scheduled for Monday was cancelled and rescheduled for 10 a.m. Monday, June 8, at Milford Town Hall, 121 S. Main St. The agenda for the June meeting includes reviews of Troyer Group’s proposed Milford town facilities study and the commission’s annual budget. The meeting is open to the public. For more …read more.

Milford Fest, sponsored by the Milford Lions Club, is taking place next weekend. Downtown Milford will be converted into its annual festival on Saturday, May 23. This event will take place all day, with events from 7-9 p.m., rain or shine. The Kiwanis will kick of the day with their traditional pancake and sausage breakfast. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 10:12 p.m. Sunday, May 10, 5600 block South Lake Shore Drive West, Warsaw. An individual reported an out of control juvenile. 1:09 p.m. Sunday, May 10, 4700 block West CR 200S, Warsaw. Makyla Devenney reported the theft of a staffer sire pit bull. …read more.

Carl C. Chupp, 90, Milford, passed away at 2:05 p.m. Thursday, May 7, 2015, in Millers Merry Manor, Warsaw. He was born on July 10, 1924, in Oceana County, Mich., the son of Edward and Bernice (Artlip) Chupp. On Aug. 28, 1943, he married Margie E. Nichols. Carl proudly served as a US Air Force …read more.

Richard L. Kaiser, 86, Milford, passed away Thursday, May 7, 2015, at his residence. He was born July 5, 1928 in Milford to Ezra and Lillian (Hartter) Kaiser. Richard graduated from Milford High School. May 7, 1950, he married Clara Graff. Richard was a farmer and retired from Zimmer in 1998 after 30 years. He …read more.

By MILFORD LIBRARY STAFF Adult Craft Night Now that winter is behind us, it’s time to think of planting and gardening. Join us at 6 p.m. Monday, May 11, when we will be making indoor herb garden planters. These adorable planters are made from clay terracotta pots and decorated with black chalkboard paint and twine …read more.

Milford Fire Department has been called to Lakeland Rehabilitation, 505 W. Fourth St., Milford, to investigate a heavy smell of smoke in a portion of the building. Residents are being moved to another area of the building, while firefighters investigate. According to Milford Fire Chief Todd Haines smoke from someone burning wood in the area …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF After School is Cool Join staff for a movie day. Follow along as Fawn, a fairy, and her friends, embark on a journey to protect a giant beast from the scout fairies who are trying to banish him. The movie is 76 minutes long and we will provide snacks and …read more.

Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (IN-02) reminded constituents that a member of her staff will be holding office hours to assist constituents with casework and official business. Location and hours are: 10 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, May 12, Akron Public Library meeting room, 205 E. Rochester St. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, May 12, Bourbon Public …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 4:23 a.m. Friday, May 1, South SR 19, north of West CR 900S, Akron. Driver: Ryan J. Smith, 36, West CR 1150S, Akron. Hit deer. Damage up to $5,000. 11:44 p.m. Thursday, April 30, North SR 15, south West CR 1000N, Milford. Driver: …read more.

  Performers of all ages are being sought to participate in the talent contest happening during Milford Fest. The contest will take place on Main Street at a mid-afternoon time to be determined on Saturday, May 23. Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third places in the judged contest. Performances are limited to …read more.