Dallas “Skeet” E. Cripe, 81, Milford, died at his home Sunday, June 5, 2016. He was born Sept. 22, 1934, in Goshen to Ray and Minnie (Smith) Cripe. On May 20, 1961, he married Frances Lambright at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, Goshen. She survives along with three children: Kelly (Chris) Stadelman, Charleston, W. Va.; …read more.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incident: 10:09 a.m. Friday, June 3, 100 block of West First Street, Milford. Noah Anderson Jr. reported a stray dog and an animal bite. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 6:42 p.m. Friday, June 3, 900 block of Oak Brook …read more.

  MILFORD — Thirty-four years ago this week, Stanley Price opened Price Auto Repair, 11517 SR 15, in Milford. Friday, June 3, he was present at the ribbon cutting for a new building, owned and operated by his son Lee. The ribbon cutting comes 10 months after a fire devastated the previous building. “I appreciate …read more.

Kosciusko County Judgments Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Kristopher A. Bex v. Donald E. Wertheimer, South Bend, $1,500 Civil Collections The following civil collections have been awarded in Kosciusko County Courts: Capital One Bank (USA) N A v. Jerri R. Townsend, …read more.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incident: 4:21 p.m. Wednesday, June 1, 200 block of South East Street, Milford. Michelle L. Kemp reported gas stolen from vehicles in a driveway.

Bonnie Lou Newman, 83, Milford, went to be with the Lord at 10:42 a.m. May 26, 2016, at Elkhart Hospice House. She was born on November 21, 1932, on the family farm west of Cromwell to Riley “Pete” Edward and Mary Fredonna (Green) Conner. On June 19, 1951, she married Arthur Leon Newman in Cromwell. …read more.

MILFORD — Four people were injured in a two-vehicle accident at 4:17 p.m. Monday, May 30. The accident occurred at West CR 1350N and North CR 400W, west of Milford. Brandon J. Smith, 23, Cottage Court, Elkhart; Jenni Sigerich, 25, Cottage Court, Elkhart; Robert D. Hall, 62, Currant Road, Granger; and Robin Hall, 58, Currant …read more.

Residents of Milford lined the streets of town Monday morning to witness the annual Memorial Day parade.

Stepping off from the corner of Main and Emeline streets, the parade route continued north on Main Street to the delight of those anxiously awaiting the procession.

MILFORD — The 2016 Milford Fest Cutie Contest saw a succession of aspiring firemen, veterinarians, musicians and even one archaeologist stride across the Main Street stage, Saturday, May 28. But only four of the “cuties” could be crowned: Prince and Princess in the 2-3 year old category; King and Queen in the 4-5 year old …read more.

MILFORD — All of the hard work and preparation for the 2016 Milford Fest finally came to fruition for Tricia Gall and the Milford Lions Club, Saturday, May, 28, from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. “It’s been a beautiful, busy day,” she enthused beside the merry-go-round, ferris wheel and other free carnival rides provided by …read more.

Donald Frederick “Don” Reeder, 80, Milford, passed away at 3:35 a.m. Friday, May 27, 2016, at his home. He was born May 24, 1936, in East Alton, Ill. to Herschel and Lola (Jenkins) Reeder. He graduated in 1954 from high school in Pearl, Ill., and was married Feb. 5, 1968, in Alton, Ill., to Betty …read more.

Elizabeth Jane Orn Steinke Spencer, 93, formerly of Milford, passed away Oct. 22, 2015, in Florida. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 31, at Milford Christian Church, Milford, with Pastor Stephen Leininger will officiate. Burial will take place in Milford Cemetery at a later time. Mishler Funeral Home and Cremation …read more.

Elizabeth Jane Orn Steinke Spencer, 93, formerly of Milford, passed away October 22, 2015, in Florida. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 31, 2016, at the Milford Christian Church, Milford. Pastor Stephen Leininger will officiate. Burial will take place in the Milford Cemetery at a later time. Mishler Funeral Home …read more.

Donald F. Reeder, 80, Milford, passed away at 3:35 a.m. on Friday, May 27, 2016, at his home.

MILFORD — The Milford Town Council voted to accept the resignation of Randy Veach from his position as utilities superintendent at a public town hall meeting, Thursday, May 26. Utilities department employee Steve Marquart will serve as temporary certified operator. In a letter, Veach wrote, “I have been asked by the town council to resign …read more.

Tom G. Alexander, Milford, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on May 23, 2016. He was born Sept. 5, 1930, to Myrl and Violet (Colbert) Alexander; in Silver Lake, on his grandparents family farm. In 1937, his family moved to Claypool, where he grew up on his parents farm east of town, with his …read more.

MILFORD — Milford Police Department has announced the following streets will be closed in the town for Milford Fest and will remain closed until Sunday, May 30. Thursday, May 26, North Main Street from Catherine Street to Emeline Street. Friday, May 27, Main Street from Catherine Street to First Street and Emeline Street from alley …read more.

Kosciusko County Judgments Kosciusko County Filings Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Bryan K. Besson, Warsaw, $5,319.27 Green & Grossnickle LLP v. Benjamin Byall, Kimmell, $657.21 Dustin P. Hepler, Milford, $1,151.88 The Collection Company v. Katherine D. Emmons, …read more.

MILFORD — While many consider Memorial Day weekend the official kickoff to summer, residents of Milford also associate the holiday with another tradition — Milford Fest. The annual event, sponsored by the Milford Lions Club, takes over the streets of downtown Saturday, May 28, with events taking place from 6 a.m. until 9 p.m., rain …read more.

MILFORD — Jolene H Watson, 42, Stonewall Court, Nappanee, was flown to South Bend Memorial for unspecified injuries following a two-vehicle accident at 4:01 p.m. Monday, May 23. The accident was at West CR 1000N and North CR 425E, Milford. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputy Shawn Castillo reports Catherine A. Powell, 18, West CR 450N, Cromwell, …read more.

[weaver_youtube QNDxlGkQDY0 rel=0]   MILFORD — The driver of a white Dodge minivan was airlifted to South Bend Memorial Hospital by Lutheran Air Flight following a two-vehicle accident at CR 1000N an CR 425W. The accident occurred around 4 p.m. today, Monday, May 29. According to information at the scene the driver of the minivan …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Kosciusko County Sheriff Aaron Rovenstine stated today, Wednesday, May 18, he has laterally moved Deputy Sheriff Shane Bucher to the detective division. Bucher was originally hired and assigned to the road division of the sheriff’s department in 2005. He began his law enforcement career as an officer with the Milford Police Department …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF MILFORD — Upcoming programs and events at Milford Public Library: Afternoon Knitting Knitting Club meets from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Friday, May 20, in the teen area of the library. Bring a knitting project and get help from experienced knitters. Learn how to knit or continue working on a current project. New …read more.

Glen “Pete” R. Wuthrich, 82, Nappanee, passed away Tuesday, May 10, 2016, at Goshen General Hospital in Goshen.

Vickie D. Hobbs, 71, Milford, passed away at 7:15 p.m., Monday, May 9, 2016, at Venice Regional Medical Center in Venice, Fla. She was born Oct. 10, 1944 in Wabash, and was raised by Elmer and Besta Fosnaugh.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, North CR 300E, north of East CR 1100N, Milford. Driver: Lisa L. George, 49, EMS D33D Lane, Syracuse. Hit deer. Damage up to $2,500. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accident: 6:40 p.m. Tuesday, …read more.

MILFORD — Since 2013, Milford’s Harvest with a Heart, 201 S. Higbee St., at the corner of SR 15 and Emeline Street, has been raising vegetables, herbs and money for the community. The organization’s annual plant and vegetable sale returns from 3 to 6 p.m. Friday, May 13, and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May, …read more.

MILFORD — Milford Town Council discussed the emergency preparedness of its utilities at its monthly public meeting Monday, May, 9. In of the absence of utilities superintendent Randy Veach, the council questioned Steve Marquart and Mark Brubaker at length about past failures of the notification system, alerting utilities personnel of power failures. According to council …read more.

Vickie D. Hobbs, 71, Milford, passed away at 7:15 p.m. on Monday, May 9, 2016 at Venice Regional Medical Center in Venice, Fla.

For those planning to attend the May 11 David Slonim Author Visit at 7 p.m. at Milford Community Building, the following is a list of titles of books available for purchase that evening. The price listed includes tax. Slonim will be happy to stay after the presentation and autograph books. If you would like to look …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF MILFORD — Milford Public Library will be hosting various activities during the next week. Adult Craft Night Adult Craft Night is at 6:30 p.m. Monday, May 9. Kelly Engle, a local crafter, will be back to show us how to make a Patriotic Wreath to hang on your front door. …read more.

Dorothy L. Bressler, 85, of Fort Wayne, passed away at 6:57 a.m. Friday, May 6, 2016, at Parkview Whitley Hospital, Columbia City. Born on Nov. 3, 1930 in Milford,she was the daughter of Cecil H. Huntley, Sr. and Lydia L. (Norton) Huntley. Dorothy was an area resident until 1984, when she moved to Texas for …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Thirteen reserve officers recently graduated from the annual Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Reserve Academy after several months of specialized training. Officers from various departments in and near-by Kosciusko County completed over 200 hours of training. The graduation ceremony was held Saturday, April 30. The intense training included areas such as defensive tactics, firearms, …read more.

MILFORD — REAL Services and Alzheimer’s and Dementia Services of Northern Indiana offer Lunch and Learn: Education Programs for Caregivers of Older Adults. This free series allows busy caregivers to learn about many caregiving topics and network with fellow caregivers. Monthly sessions are from noon to 1:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month. Topics …read more.

Wayne E. Chupp, 55, Milford, died Friday evening, April 29, 2016, at his home. He had been in failing health for several years. He was born Feb. 14, 1961, in Goshen to Emanuel and Sarah Mae (Miller) Chupp. On May 4, 1985, he married Linda Yoder in Phoenix. She survives along with a son, Jeff …read more.

MILFORD – Milford Kiwanis will be hosting the second running of 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, May 7 at Waubee Lake Park.

MILFORD — The driver of a GMC truck stated he briefly nodded off while driving north on Old SR 15, north of Kilmer Drive, around 8:30 p.m. this evening, Saturday, April 23. His truck went off the east side of the roadway and took out a large NIPSCO pole, causing a brief power outage in …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 11:30 a.m. Monday, April 18, E. Pierceton Road, east of CR 250E, Warsaw. Driver: Rachel D. Neuendorf, 20, CR 275E, Warsaw. Neuendorf became distracted by a spider in the car and crossed the center line, proceeding off the roadway into a fence. Damage …read more.

MILFORD – Lakeland Rehabilitation & Healthcare received the Diamond Award for their commitment to customer service excellence at The Trilogy Health Services 2016 Spring Meeting, which was held April 12-14 in Columbus, Ohio. The award was based on feedback provided by residents and their families through Trilogy Health Services’ bi-annual Customer Satisfaction Survey. Lakeland received …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 8:53 a.m. Friday, April 22, North CR 200E, south of 900 N., Milford. Driver: Daniel H. Duenas, 2326 Pierceton Road, Winona Lake. Duenas told police that he was south bound on 200 E. when he attempted to pass another vehicle. As he did …read more.

Marilyn J. Brown, 88, Milford, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 20, 2016, at home. She was born on May 17, 1927, in Chicago to Royce V. and Alyce E. (Talbot) Fuller. She graduated with the class of 1945 from Milford High School and went on to graduate from Indiana University, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 9:38 a.m. Tuesday, April 19, 7600 block of West Swick Road, Claypool. Salvador DeJesus Arellanes Juarez reported a lost state ID. 4:13 p.m. Monday, April 18, 8800 block of West CR 1350N, Nappanee. Matthew D. bishop reported damage to his vehicle. 12:57 p.m. …read more.

Sarah Lynne (Mast) Carroll, 34, of Milford, passed away Saturday, April 16, 2016, at the home of her brother in Goshen. She was born on Aug. 5, 1981 in Goshen, to Donald W. and Donna L. (Gardner) Mast.

BOWLING GREEN, KY — The National Art Education Association has named Shelly J. (Bushong) Clark, of Bowling Green, KY, to receive the 2016 Southeastern Regional Elementary Art Educator of the Year Award. Clark is the daughter of Sam and Sue Bushong, Warsaw, and Bonnie and Gene Nicolai, (Goshen- formally Milford, and a 1988 graduate of …read more.

NEW PARIS — Amanda Gall, 33, Milford, was taken to IU Health Goshen for medical assistance following a two-vehicle accident at CR 46 and CR 25, east of New Paris. Gall complained of neck, shoulder and leg pain. The accident was at 7:45 a.m. today, April 18. Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department reports Chase Jacobs, 19, …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF MILFORD— Upcoming news and events at Milford Public Library. Spring Story Time Do you hear the pitter patter of rain falling? Join Malea Johnson for story time at 10:15 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 20 and at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 21. Our theme this week is raindrops keep …read more.

MILFORD — Waubee Lake Park is a summer destination for many families who reside in and around the Milford area. Owned by the town of Milford, the park offers a place for families to enjoy the shores of Waubee Lake, complete with a public beach supervised by lifeguards. However, the playground equipment at the park …read more.

MILFORD — Railroad crossings at Syracuse Street and Catherine Street in Milford are closed today, Wednesday, April 13, through Friday, April 22. Motorists should adjust travel routes accordingly. The closures are for crossing repair and maintenance.

MILFORD — A new overpass is being proposed for Milford. While the proposed project is still in the preliminary planning stages, county officials said construction could start in two years. Ron Robinson, Kosciusko County administrator, received approval to have USI Consulting, Indianapolis, begin preliminary work done on extending CR 1300N, from Old SR 15 and …read more.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incidents: 2:09 a.m. Friday, April 8, 200 block of North Perry Drive, Milford. Officers responded to a call about a suspicious person. Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incidents: 11:30 a.m. Monday, April 11, 100 block of South Huntington Street, Syracuse. …read more.

MILFORD — Milford Town Council wrestled Monday night, April 11, with how to address its money woes, particularly as they relate to utilities which, according to Joellen Free, town treasurer, continues to operate “in the red.” At March’s meeting, Free suggested raising revenue through the reestablishment of cumulative funds to their maximum rate. Cumulative funds …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF MILFORD — Upcoming programs and events at Milford Public Library: Adult Craft Night Our next Adult Craft Night is scheduled at 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 11, in the teen area of the library. Our project is a spring door hanging made from burlap ribbons and wood squares. The cost is $10 …read more.

By THE MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF MILFORD — National Volunteer Week is April 10-16. Here at Milford Public Library we are honoring our regular volunteers who come in and help us out on a weekly basis. We appreciate the work that they do for us and gifted each of them with a tote bag and …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 8:52 a.m. Sunday, April 3, West CR 300S west of South County Farm Road, Warsaw. Driver: Bryan D. Brumbaugh, 28, South CR 175W, Warsaw. Brumbaugh’s vehicle slid on ice, left the road and rolled onto its top. Damage up to $5,000. Milford Officers …read more.

MILFORD — CTB Inc. recently announced a number of retirements from various U.S. facilities. These include: William “Bill” Bowdler recently retired from the Milford location of CTB Inc. after 29 years of service. During his career at CTB, Bowdler worked in both the Chore-Time Group and Brock Grain Systems business units in positions including assembler, …read more.

MILFORD — Milford Fire Department is at Brock Manufacturing, SR 15, Milford, where a small fire was quickly extinguished on the west side of the plant. The fire department was called at approximately 12:30 a.m. after several automatic fire alarms were activated. Firefighters found the small fire which was extinguished at 12:57 a.m. with extensive …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF MILFORD — Upcoming programs and events at Milford Public Library: Spring Break Crafts It’s finally Spring break. Come into the library for a fun spring craft every single day this week. These crafts will be available during our regular business hours all week. Monday, April 4, we plan to make a Jeweled Butterfly Ornament. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 9:17 p.m. Friday, April 1, South County Farm Road and East CR 600S, Warsaw. Driver: Nicholas M. Parker, 27, East CR 600S, Warsaw. Hit deer. Damage up to $10,000. 6:28 p.m. Friday, April 1, West SR 25 and South CR 950W, Mentone. Driver: …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incident: 1:49 p.m. Saturday, March 26, 11600 block of North Black Point Road, Syracuse. Cathy J. Heckaman reported a dog bite. Milford 12:17 p.m. Friday, April 1, 1200 block of East Beer Road, Milford. Jessica Gonzalez reported an attempted wire fraud. North Webster Officers with …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF MILFORD — Milford Public Library will be hosting various activities during the next week: Stress and Your Health Program Everyone experiences stress in their lives. Learning how to deal with stress and minimize its effects on your health is very important for a better quality of life. Join us at …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — In order to get ready for the season, InkFreeNews has compiled a list of Easter egg hunts planned around Kosciusko County. We will be updating this list as announcements come to our attention. Mentone Saturday, March 26 — Mentone’s Easter egg hunt will begin at 10 a.m in Mentzer Park. Milford Saturday, …read more.

Sharon A. Ermi, 71, Milford, died at 2:16 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 10, 2016, at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. She was born Jan. 12, 1944, in Milwaukee, Wis. to Stanley B. and Margaret (Engelke) Olkowski Helms Nisiewicz. She was a Milford resident for the last fifteen years, moving from Milwaukee, Wis. Sharon worked at Maple Leaf …read more.

By MALEA VANLANINGHAM Part Time Library Assistant, Milford Public Library MILFORD — Where are the wild peeps? In the Milford Library Children’s department. Come in and see our peep version of “Where the Wild Things Are,” by Maurice Sendak. Vote for your favorite peeps version of popular children’s books until March 25. Your vote is …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incident: 8:56 p.m. Wednesday, March 16, 9600 block of South SR 15, Silver Lake. Felimon Velazquez reported theft of cash from Manns Country Kitchen. Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incident: Emily Tackett reported a 17-year-old was bitten by a …read more.

MILFORD — Lunch & Learn: Education Programs for Caregivers of Older Adults is a workshop sponsored by REAL Services, Inc. and Alzheimer’s Services & Dementia Services of Northern Indiana, a division of REAL Services, Inc. This free series allows caregivers to learn about many caregiving topics and network with fellow caregivers. Monthly sessions are held …read more.

ELKHART COUNTY — Gerardo Sanchez, 24, Milford, was transported to IU Health Goshen following a two-vehicle accident on CR 17 at CR 38 in Elkhart County. The accident occurred at 5:40 a.m. today, Friday, March 18. Elkhart County SHeriff’s Department reports Sanchez was traveling north on CR 17, in his 2004 Volvo, when his vehicle …read more.

Scott Leon Wilkins WARSAW — He was sentenced to 15 years to the Indiana Department of Corrections this morning for the Dec. 27, 2014, death of Kami Ellis, 27, Nappanee, but Scott Leon Wilkins, 38, has already announced his intention to appeal his conviction and sentence. The accident was on CR 1350N, near CR 300W, …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF MILFORD — Do you enjoy Mo Willems’ Pigeon books? Be sure to visit the library before March 25 to vote on your favorite peeps version of six popular children’s books. Display No. 3 is “Don’t Let the Peep Drive the Bus,” our take on “Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the …read more.

MILFORD — In a nearly three hour public meeting Monday evening, March 14, Milford Town Council mulled the possibility of reestablishing three cumulative funds to higher rates. The move would mean a raise in taxes for Milford property owners, though just how much remains unclear. During a public hearing, town clerk and treasurer Joellen Free …read more.

Alejandro L. Lozano, 81, Fort Wayne, formerly of Milford, entered into eternal rest with the Lord March 10, 2016, at Coventry Meadows, Fort Wayne. He was born Oct. 8, 1934, in Edcouch, Texas, to Jose Angel and Romona Linares Lozano as one of 12 children. On April 17, 1959, he married Marie Soccorro Flores, who …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 9 a.m. Friday, March 11, 300 block of South Clay Street, Claypool. Suzzanne Renee Bloom reported a fraud on her bank account. 9:22 a.m. Tuesday, March 7, 2400 block of West Wildwood Trail, Warsaw. Louis J. Milos reported an invasion of privacy. 8:28 …read more.

MILFORD — This is just one of the Peeps on displays in the children’s department at Milford Public Library, North Main Street, Milford, until March 25. Everyone can come in and vote for his/her favorite display once a day until March 25. Votes are a drawing slip to win a prize. The winner will be …read more.

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: Warsaw Health System v. Raquel Alcala, Warsaw, $2,231.55 Rodger L. Berry, Warsaw, $1,116.50 Amber Davis, Warsaw, $2,552.09 Allison Foster, Claypool, $1,058.52 Johnna K. Rainwater, Warsaw, $5,958.91 Blackford …read more.

Leona G. Hochstetler, 84, Milford, died at 10:15 p.m. Sunday, March 6, 2016, at Elkhart Hospice House, where she had been a patient since March 3, after a sudden illness. She was born March 3, 1932, in Wyatt, to Robert and Nora (Enders) Kamp. On May 13, 1950, she married Howard Hochstetler. Leona was a …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF MILFORD — Milford Public Library will be hosting various activities during the next week: Preschool Winter Story Time Don’t let your children miss out on the last week of winter story time. Join staff as we read and talk about favorite children’s author, Mo Willems, at 10:15 a.m. or 1:30 …read more.

Aline G. Maddux, age 86, passed away March 3, 2016, at Golden Living Center in Elkhart. Aline was born Feb. 4, 1930 in Calumet City, Ill., to the late Albert G. and Maxine (Fitch) Wilson. Aline was a hard worker, even into her retirement. In her spare time, she enjoyed reading & doing the daily …read more.

MILFORD — No injuries were reported following a two-vehicle accident at 7:25 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27, on North CR 300E, north of East CR 900N, Milford. Nicholas J. LeCount 17, CR 400W, Milford, was southbound on CR 300E in a 1998 Dodge Caravan, just north of CR 900N, when he saw a vehicle stopped at …read more.

Leesburg Pie Eyed Petey’s 8 p.m. to midnight Friday, March 4, Karaoke. 8 p.m. to midnight Saturday, March 5, Dj. Milford Duffy’s Pub and Grub 7 p.m. Thursday, March 3, karaoke. 10 p.m Friday, March 4, DJ. 9 p.m. Saturday, March 5, Gunslinger. 8 p.m. Sunday, March 6, karaoke with Jhon Huss. Lizard’s Bar Friday, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 6:15 p.m. Tuesday, March 1, East US 30 west of East Van Ness Road, Pierceton. Driver: Josue R. Ortiz, 38, North Harris Street, Bourbon. Ortiz lost control of his vehicle and it hit several trees and a fence. Damage up to $10,000. 7:10 …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Traffic Safety Partnership announced today, Wednesday, March 2, they will join efforts with over 250 Indiana state and local law enforcement agencies to increase education and enforcement around dangerous and impaired driving. From March 4 through March 27, officers across the state will conduct high-visibility patrols specifically designated to identify …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF MILFORD — Celebrate marshmallow madness during March at the Milford library. Beginning Saturday, March 5, vote for your favorite “peep” version of several classic children’s books, including Good Night Peeps, from “Good Night Moon” or Green Eggs and Peep, from “Green Eggs and Ham.” The peep displays will be numbered …read more.

Ellen Rose (Martin) Mast, 93, Kouts, passed away Saturday, Feb. 27, 2016, at the Moses Caregiver Home, Valparaiso. She was born Sept. 9, 1922, in Pryor, Okla. to the late Arthur and Lydia (Egli) Martin. On June 20, 1941, Rose married Ralph E. Mast who preceded her in death on April 10, 2009. She is …read more.

WARSAW — A break-in and theft of televisions, along with damage of trailers at Bison Manufacturing, SR 15, Milford just before Christmas, has resulted in the arrest of Travis Allen Lafollette, 5101 W. Corly Lane, Silver Lake. Lafollette was arrested by Warsaw Police Department at 9:58 p.m. in Warsaw. He has been charged with burglary, …read more.

Virginia Lee “Ginny” Wyland, 75, Milford, passed away at 5:51 a.m. Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, at her home. She was born on April 21, 1940, in Goshen, to Arthur Dale and Marcella Virginia (Keim) Coy Sr. She was a lifetime Syracuse and Milford area resident, attended Syracuse High School and graduated in 1960 from Milford …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 8:39 p.m. Monday, Feb. 29, West CR 1100N, east of North CR 725W, Nappanee. Driver: Rebecca J. Shaw, 34, North CR 100E, Milford. Shaw was backing from a driveway and backed into a deep water filled ditch, rolling over as it fell into …read more.

Leola Plank, 92, Milford, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, Feb. 25, 2016, at the IU Goshen Hospital. She was born on Aug. 11, 192,3 in Middlebury, to Edwin and Lydia (Egli) Miller. On Jan. 31, 1942, she married John Plank. Leola was a Milford resident for over 30 years and prior …read more.

Virginia Lee ‘Ginny’ Wyland, 75, Milford, passed away at 5:51 a.m. Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, at her home. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, Syracuse.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF MILFORD — Programs, story time, club meetings are among offerings occurring next week at Milford Public Library. Balance and Stability Program Join us this Monday, Feb. 29, for a Balance and Stability Program presented by Tami Pavel, certified personal trainer at Lakeside Fitness, as part of our adult reading program. …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filing Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Warsaw Health Systems v. Lisa Alderfer, Mentone, $923.17 Linda M. Demerly, Warsaw, $7,545.47 Melissa Kroll, Warsaw, $1,168.23 Tricia L. Marino, Claypool, $4,380.90 Angel M. McGlennen, Silver Lake, …read more.

(Photo by Chelsea Los) MILFORD — One person was injured in a head-on accident at 3:02 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24. The accident was on CR 300E, north of East CR 1100N, Milford. Veronica A. Sanchez, 23, Turtle Bay Drive, Syracuse, was taken to IU Health Goshen, by Lutheran EMS Kosciusko, after complaining of pain to …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 12:54 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25, North CR 650E and East CR 150N, Pierceton. Driver: June K. Leiter, 50, EMS B37 Lane, Warsaw. Leiter’s vehicle slid into a pole. Damage up to $5,000. 11:10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 25, North SR 19 north of West …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 3:39 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24, North CR 100E, north of East CR 200N, Warsaw.Driver: Jahlyn G. Smith, 22, East CR 450N, Warsaw. Smith lost control of her vehicle on the snow covered roadway, went off the road and hit an REMC pole. Damage …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 11:39 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24, East CR 350N west of North CR 100E, Warsaw. Driver: Jose A. Galarza, 55, East Back Forty Circle, Warsaw. Galarza’s vehicle slid into a utility pole. Damage up to $1,000. 8:15 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 23, West CR 100S …read more.

SYRACUSE — Milford Fire Department and Lutheran EMS are responding to an accident in the area of CR 1100N and CR 300E. According to reports at the scene, the white SUV crossed the centerline while the white Chevy Impala swerved to avoid collision, causing damage to both vehicles. One female passenger had to be extricated from the …read more.

By MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF MILFORD — News and upcoming events from Milford Public Library: Winter Preschool Story Time This week’s preschool story time theme is penguins and polar bears. Join staff at 10:15 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24, or 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25. Preschool story time is for children ages 3-6. …read more.

NAPPANEE — A passenger in a vehicle driven by a Milford teen was taken to IU Health Goshen with non life threatening injuries following an accident early this morning, Sunday, Feb. 21. Matthew Miller, 18, Nappanee, suffered a severe nose bleed in the accident. The accident occurred at 2:46 a.m. on CR 50, west of …read more.

Scott Leon Wilkins WARSAW — After almost 5 1/2 hours of deliberation, the jury found Scott Leon Wilkins, 37, 136 N. Main St., Milford, guilty on two of three charges. He will be sentenced at 9 a.m. Wednesday, March 16, in Kosciusko County Superior Court 3. The jury unanimously found Wilkins guilty of causing death …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filing Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Warsaw Health System v. Amy L. Adams, Warsaw, $1,072.45 Coy Fugate, Pierceton, $3,501.15 James A. Glant, Claypool, $2,023.42 Laurie K. Head, Warsaw, $3,145.79 Carl Miller v. Alexandria …read more.

MILFORD — A Nappanee man has been arrested on a charge of battery to a person less than 14 years of age, a level 5 felony, and battery, a class A misdemeanor. Jesse Doe Walker, 25, whose address was listed as 8784 N. CR425W, Milford, at time of booking into the Kosciusko County Jail Wednesday, …read more.

This was the vehicle where Kami Ellis was found after an early morning crash on Dec. 27, 2014. The alleged driver, Scott Wilkins, Milford, is standing trial on charges stemming from her death. (Photo by Deb Patterson) WARSAW — It was a short morning for testimony, Wednesday, Feb. 17, in the jury trial of Scott …read more.