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

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

ELKHART — Wawasee pushed host and third-rated Fairfield to the limit at Saturday’s Sectional 21 title game but fell just short in a 42-34 thriller that was closer than the final margin showed.

ELKHART — NorthWood’s boys basketball team used an explosive fourth quarter to snap a three-game NLC skid with a 51-24 win at Concord Thursday night.

ELKHART — The NorthWood wrestling team collected six regional berths on the way to a sixth-place finish at the Elkhart Memorial Sectional Saturday.

WARSAW — An Elkhart man has been arrested on cocaine and meth charges following a Dec. 22, 2017, investigation. Clayton Theodore Morgan, 41, 51556 CR 9, Elkhart, was arrested Wednesday evening, Jan. 24, on charges of dealing in cocaine, more than 10 grams, a level 2 felony; possession of cocaine, a level 4 felony; dealing …read more.

ELKHART – Weston Sage and Gabe Arter each scored 14 points as Elkhart Christian topped visiting Lakeland Christian 51-31 Thursday night in boys basketball.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — A Warsaw man who was ordered to register as a sex offender for life and is considered a sexually violent predator, has been arrested after he failed to report a change of address in 2015. Abraham Garcia, 37, whose court document shows an address of 240 E. Levi Lee Road Lot 141, …read more.

ELKHART – Elkhart Central’s top two outdueled Wawasee’s top two at Saturday’s Elkhart Central Blazer Gymnastics Invite.

Russell Lee Shapland, 56, Elkhart, died at 4:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 14, at Goshen Hospital. He was born June 12, 1961, in Goshen, to James E. & Edythe L. (Greenewalt) Shapland. He married Shirley Jean (Roth) Shapland on May 12, 1979. Russell worked as a truck driver. Surviving are his wife, Shirley, Elkhart; children, Teresa Shapland, …read more.

Barbara J. Ritchey, 79, Elkhart, died at 3:15 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 14, at Elkhart Place. She was born Jan. 25, 1938, in Oberlin, Ohio, to Leonard & Geraldine (Conkle) Bricker. She married Robert Ritchey on July 2, 1960, in Homerville, Ohio, and he died Nov. 23, 2011. Surviving are daughters, Pam (Don) Roose, Elkhart, Sonya …read more.

MARSHALL COUNTY — A man from Texas and another from Elkhart lost their lives in two separate accidents during the holiday weekend in Marshall County. Michael Lynn Andrus, Anson, Texas, died Sunday afternoon in a one-vehicle accident at US 6 and Elm Road, Bremen. Marshall County Sheriff’s Department reported it is believed Andrus suffered a …read more.

ELKHART – Mia Beckham claimed her third straight Northern Lakes Conference title at the NLC Cross Country Championships Saturday morning at Ox Bow.

Dennis K. Richards, 62, Elkhart, formerly of Syracuse, passed away on Friday, Sept. 29, 2017, at Elkhart General Hospital in Elkhart. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse.  

SYRACUSE – A wrap of Wawasee cross country and soccer action from Tuesday, Sept. 12.

ELKHART – Riverview Park will host the USA Softball Fast Pitch Men’s Open East National Championships Aug. 25-27.

ELKHART — Elkhart police stepped up to help a woman who was the victim of a crime. Last week, someone broke into her home and took all her food. It was quite a blow since she lives on a fixed income.

ELKHART — A man living near Elkhart is irritated because he says thieves ripped off his motorcycle last week. Jerry Boomershine says the thieves got into his garage and rolled the bike away, pulling it with a car down a busy county road. “When I’m at home, getting ready for a ride or something, that’s …read more.

ELKHART — Fire crews are hoping the fire at Earthmovers Landfill in Elkhart is on its way out after more than 24 hours at the site.

ELKHART — The planners of the first Hall of Heroes Comic Con knew they could draw a weekend crowd of 3,000. They were overjoyed when that number had been doubled by Saturday afternoon.

ELKHART – Elkhart Central maintained its stiffarm of the sectional field with a 107.85-103.20 dual win over Wawasee Thursday night.

Warsaw Community Career Center How to Succeed at a Job Fair: 11 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, Jan. 10 The Career Center will be hosting a workshop designed to assist people with how to navigate and get the most out of a job fair event. The Workshop will cater to client’s questions and will present them with tools …read more.

Pierceton Officers with the Pierceton Police Department investigated the following accident: 9:35 a.m. Friday, Dec. 16, US 30, west of CR 325E, Pierceton. Drivers: Matthew Klinker, 53, Clatton Road, Monroeville, and Eugene L. Akers, 67, East Old Road 30, Warsaw. Klinker rear-ended Aker’s vehicle. Damage up to $10,000. Elkhart Officers with the Elkhart County Sheriff’s …read more.

ELKHART — Growth and development is coming to Elkhart thanks to Welch Packaging.

ELKHART — A transportation company’s expansion into a busy Elkhart market could provide at least 15 new jobs.

ELKHART — Two local organizations are asking for your help finding a mannequin being used in a fundraiser.

ELKHART — A woman accused of abducting two of her children from an Allen County home is now facing two preliminary charges of murder after telling an Elkhart police officer her children were dead in the backseat of a car she was driving.

ELKHART — A note found in a bathroom at Concord High School has prompted the evacuation of students and immediate search of the building.

ELKHART — Summer might be coming to an end, but things are still heating up in downtown Elkhart with the Pillars of Elkhart as they “Party with a Purpose”. The Pillars have partnered with the Cockopalooza committee for the 13th Annual Cockopalooza cancer-fighting events happening over the next several weeks. The group, consisting of all volunteer members, …read more.

GOSHEN — Goshen Coach told the state Wednesday, Aug. 31 it plans to close its Elkhart plant.

MILFORD — Milford is among 121 Northern Indiana cities, towns and counties receiving funds from the Indiana Department of Transportation as part of the state’s Community Crossings matching grant fund. The town received $41,911.62 for use in road surfacing, bridge rehabilitation, road reconstruction and Americans with Disabilities Act compliance in connection with road projects. “Northern …read more.

ELKHART – Amleto Monacelli claimed the title of the PBA50 Tour National Championship Wednesday night at Signature Lanes.

WARSAW — Knowing first hand the heartache a father has in not being able to see his child, the plight of fathers behind bars and problems mothers of children whose fathers are incarcerated, DeMario Loston, Warsaw, wants to find a way to establish a support system. “I want to start a support group for parents …read more.

ELKHART – Eddie Graham sits atop the leaderboard after the completion of qualifying rounds Tuesday at the PBA50 National Championship.

ELKHART – Eddie Graham took the lead after the first day of qualifying Monday for the PBA50 National Championship.

Darin Michael Curtis passed away early Thursday morning at IU Health Goshen Hospital after a short struggle with advanced lung cancer. He is survived by his two daughters: Susan, 12; and Payton, 4; his father: Fred (Eva) Curtis; siblings: Kellie (Brian) Malone; Bart (Sara) Curtis; Christopher (Esther) Curtis; girlfriend: Miriam Hochstetler; along with stepsister: Michelle …read more.

ELKHART – A star-studded field of pro bowlers hit Signature Lanes Sunday in preparation for the PBA50 National Championship.

ELKHART — Elkhart Superior Court Judge Evan S. Roberts, has denied the state’s motions to change venue and to draw a jury pool from one or more contiguous counties in the trial of C. Aaron Rovenstine on indictment of 10 counts. The trial is still set to begin Feb. 7 for six days. That ruling …read more.

Mary A. Erwin, 93, Elkhart, passed away Wednesday, July 13, at Hubbard Hill Estates, Elkhart.

ELKHART — Pilots come in all shapes and sizes and it turns out, so do their planes.

ELKHART — Two of the largest companies in the recreational vehicle industry have combined into one, following an announcement by Thor Industries that it has purchased Jayco Corp. for about $576 million.

ELKHART — The biggest annual pop culture event in the world is going to be celebrated in Elkhart in 2017.

ELKHART – Elcona’s own Matt Christensen won the 116th Indiana Amateur Championship golf tournament.

ELKHART — Restoring royalty to the river, Elkhart’s iconic riverboat returned to the waters of the St. Joseph River on Tuesday.

ELKHART – Matt Christensen has the lead heading into the final round of the Indiana Amateur Championship.

ELKHART – Keegan McKinney continues to lead after the second round of the Indiana Amateur Championship.

ELKHART – Keegan McKinney took the lead in the first round of the Indiana Amateur Championship at Elcona Country Club Monday afternoon.

MIDDLEBURY — EverGreen Recreational Vehicles in Middlebury, at one time one of the fastest-growing RV companies in the nation, has closed its doors, leaving hundreds of employees out of work.

ELKHART — A four-legged member of the fire service is in the running for some top honors.

ELKHART — A lot has happened in the 108 years Lester Townsend has been on this planet.

ELKHART — On Wednesday, June 1, President Obama visited Concord Community High School for the second time during his presidency. Concord High School students, staff and graduating seniors made up the majority of the audience. The remaining tickets were distributed on Tuesday morning, May 31. Before the speech even started all of the available seats were …read more.

ELKHART — Today, Wednesday, June 1, President Obama visited Elkhart County for two speaking events. The first event was hosted at Concord Community High School at 3:30 p.m. There, Obama delivered an hour-long speech about what he called the myths and truths of the economy in Elkhart and similar American communities. The speech began with …read more.

ELKHART — Q Sonics will bring the blues, and maybe a little rock and soul, during this month’s Lunchtime LIVE! at the Lerner Theatre. Kevin Quarandillo, Jimmy Hill, John Smeltzer and David Seyboldt will be on stage from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 25. The concert is free and open to the public. …read more.

ELKHART – Elkhart Memorial rallied for five runs in the seventh to stun Warsaw, 6-5, in Northern Lakes Conference softball Thursday evening.

MIDDLEBURY — A therapeutic horse riding organization wants to expand and an Elkhart family just gave Loveway the largest gift it has ever received.

ELKHART — Motions against and in favor of holding C. Aaron Rovenstine’s jury trial in Elkhart and a jury pool chosen from outside the county have been filed. No action has been taken on the arguments at this time by Special Judge Evan S. Roberts, Elkhart Superior Court I. It was during the April 19 …read more.

ELKHART COUNTY — Elkhart County, in cooperation with the towns of Bristol, Middlebury, Nappanee and Wakarusa, and the cities of Elkhart and Goshen, have prepared an update to the 2007 Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan to address the risk and vulnerability of communities in the county which may be affected by known natural, technological and political hazards. …read more.

ELKHART — Police have arrested a 21-year-old former Manchester University student after the infant she gave birth to in her dorm room died.

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

By CAPT. JAMES L. BRADBERRY Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department NEW PARIS — Members of the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Teenage Alcohol Reduction program team responded to a complaint of a large number of vehicles parked at the abandoned ski lodge, 18646 CR 50, New Paris, at 11:22 p.m. Friday, April 26. Once at the property, several …read more.

ELKHART — Hope Gregory, 20, Warsaw, complained of neck pain following a three-vehicle accident. The accident occurred at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, April 16, on SR 19, south of CR 28, south of Elkhart. Gregory along with Angela Lambert, 33, Wakarusa, driver of a second vehicle, were taken to Elkhart General Hospital for further evaluation. Lambert …read more.

ELKHART — Elkhart County Sheriff Brad Rogers invites Elkhart County students who are currently enrolled in the seventh and eighth grades to register and attend this year’s law enforcement leadership camps that will be held in June and July. Sponsored by the Indiana Sheriff’s Association, students will have the opportunity to meet law enforcement professionals and learn …read more.

NORTHERN INDIANA — The National Weather Service has issued a special weather statement for Kosciusko, Elkhart, Marshall, Fulton, Noble, Whitley, Wabash county and surrounding counties. These counties should expect low temperatures during the next week to 10 days. Temperatures are expected to drop into the middle and upper 20s at times, with temperatures as low …read more.

GOSHEN — Goshen Police have made an arrest in connection with the murders of Jose Nava-Orozco and Marco Carmona-Gonzalez. The murders were discovered around 5 a.m Sunday, March 13. Diego A. Ramos, 22, Elkhart, and Luis Rivas, 19, Goshen, were booked this morning on charges of murder. The investigation is continuing with Goshen Police Chief …read more.

Edward S. “Ed” Ganczak, 69, of Elkhart, and formerly of Leesburg, passed away Thursday afternoon, March 10, at Elkhart Rehabilitation Center.

Roger Hendricks, age 65 of rural Plymouth, passed away at 5:48 a.m. Wednesday, March 9, 2016, in Elkhart General Hospital, Elkhart.

ELKHART — Diners in Goshen will once again be eating out for a good cause starting this weekend. The second annual Goshen Dining Days, sponsored by a local newspaper and the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau, will offer specials at 14 restaurants from March 5 to 12. Ten percent of the proceeds from the …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.

By MARY ANN LIENHART CROSS
County Extension Director, Extension Educator – Health & Human Sciences, Purdue Extension Elkhart County GOSHEN — There is a lot of information in the media about vaccinations for infants as well as people as they age.

ELKHART – Fan favorite Celia Weiss returns to the Lerner Theatre stage on Wednesday, Feb. 24, for a free Lunchtime Live performance on the pipe organ and piano. Friends of The Lerner presents these no-cost entertainment opportunities from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the last Wednesday of each month. Lunchtime Live is designed to …read more.

ELKHART – Warsaw won the Northern Lakes Conference freshman boys basketball tournament.

JEFF BURBRINK Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Elkhart County GOSHEN — The Elkhart County Master Gardener class will be offering three programs on vegetable gardening this winter. The focus of the program is producing more food from small gardening plots in your backyard. The first program of these perennial programs will be held 10 a.m. to …read more.

ELKHART — Get The Led Out, the “American Led Zeppelin,” will perform at the Lerner Theatre, 410 S. Main St., Elkhart, at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26, as part of its nationwide tour. During the show, this tribute band will recreate the recorded music of Led Zeppelin with the studio overdubs that the “Mighty Zep” …read more.

ELKHART — At 9:06 a.m. Friday, Jan. 22, officers responded to an inmate who suffered from injuries after he jumped over and fell to the floor from a top tier railing located in an inmate ward at the Elkhart County Correctional facility. The inmate, who was identified as 39-year-old Billy Ray Shoemaker, received immediate assistance …read more.

By MARY ANN LEINHART CROSS Elkhart County Extension Director, Extension Educator, Health and Human Sciences, Purdue Extension Elkhart County ELKHART — The Elkhart County Extension Homemakers are still accepting registration for the upcoming Heritage Skills Classes. Hands-on classes have been planned for Saturday, Feb. 20, at the Purdue Extension Elkhart County Office, located on the …read more.

ELKHART — Blake Layman, Levi Sparks and Anthony Sharp of the Elkhart Four were sentenced for burglary Thursday during a re-sentencing hearing.

By TREVOR WENDZONKA SoMa Marketing Manager ELKHART — Your worry-free wedding starts in downtown Elkhart this weekend. Something New Bridal Event will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 9, at the Crystal Ballroom and Lerner Theatre, 410 S. Main St. This second annual event showcases Gateway Mile merchants and venues, as …read more.

WARSAW — Barton Ray Golden, Jr., 88, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Warsaw. Bart was born in Angola, Indiana, on Jan. 17, 1927, to the late Barton Ray Golden, Sr., and Delia (Thompson) Golden. After living in Angola, Fort Wayne, Tucson, Arizona, Fort Pierce, Florida, and Elkhart, he …read more.

ELKHART — Lillian M. Hawley, 88, died 4:08 a.m. at Elkhart General Hospital. Lillian was born Feb. 3, 1927, in Berne to Paul W. and Agnes (Ratz) Shoemaker. Hawley graduated as a registered nurse through Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne and worked for nursing home throughout Indiana and Illinois. Hawley lived a full life. At the …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Alzheimer’s Association offers open support groups to provide caregivers with the opportunity to share their experiences and receive support from others living with Alzheimer’s disease. Feeling connected on the journey of Alzheimer’s disease can be an integral part of coping with the diagnosis and becoming connected with valuable resources. The Alzheimer’s Association …read more.

TOPEKA — Gregory Alan Hostetler, age 53, of Topeka, died Saturday evening, Jan. 2, 2016. He was surrounded by his loving family. Gregory was born in Elkhart County Nov. 30, 1962, the son of Mervin and Margaret (Miller) Hostetler. In April 16, 1999 he married Teri Beth Leannais. He is survived by his beloved family; …read more.

ELKHART — Doris A. Nusbaum, 91, Elkhart, died 4:20 a.m. Friday, Jan. 1, at Hubbard Hill. She was born April 2, 1924 in Elkhart, to Lloyd F. and Wilma (Tavernier) Barwick. She married Clarence O. Nusbaum on May 15, 1942. Doris was retired from Concord Community Schools where she was a Matron. She was a …read more.

Lillian Hawley, 88, of Elkhart, died Wednesday, Dec. 30, at Elkhart General Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Titus Funeral Home. To leave online condolences or sign the electronic guestbook, visit Titus’ Funeral Homes.

By TREVOR WENDZONKA SoMa Marketing Manager ELKHART — Dawn and Pete Recchio have been champions of downtown Elkhart’s re-emergence as a place to live, work and play and they are leveraging their success in retail with a new business on South Main Street. Dwellings, 128 S. Main St., bills itself as an “eclectic home furnishings” …read more.

ELKHART — WorkOne is collaborating with Godfrey Marine for a hiring event, seeking qualified candidates for multiple openings, including quality inspectors, electric engine installers, aluminum welders and wood shop specialists. The event is slated for Dec. 15 in Elkhart. The event is set for 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Dec. 15, at WorkOne, 430 Waterfall Drive, …read more.

Glen “Whitey” Bellman, 81, Nappanee, died at 8:05 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor from a long illness. He was born Oct. 15, 1934, in Bremen, to Earl and Zula (Stump) Bellman. He was a lifetime area resident. Whitey owned several gas stations in Nappanee, and retired from Utilimaster. He enjoyed fishing, …read more.

ELKHART — Officers from the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department will be participating in this year’s Shop with a Sheriff event that will kickoff at approximately 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 9.

ELKHART — A hiring event for Pinnacle Transport is set for 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Dec. 9, at WorkOne, 430 Waterfall Drive, Elkhart. Pinnacle Transport has openings for drivers to transport new box trucks to dealerships in the U.S. and Canada. Candidates must be at least 23 years old, have a good driving record …read more.

NOBLE COUNTY — An Elkhart Woman was taken to Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne, after a one-vehicle accident at 8:56 a.m. today, Dec. 4, which closed US 33 at CR 200N in Noble County for approximately an hour. According to the Noble County Sheriff’s Department, Debra K. Milner, 60, Edwards Road, Elkhart, complained of …read more.

By Andy Ober Assistant Managing Editor, Inside Indiana Business ELKHART — Elkhart-based Thor Industries Inc. is reporting fiscal first quarter net income of $50.5 million, compared to $38.9 million during the same period the previous year. The recreational vehicle maker says its 12 percent revenue increase was fueled in part by recent acquisitions. The company is …read more.

By MARIANNE HOLLAND Hoosier Environmental Council ELKHART — People in a working-class Elkhart community, who endured 11 years of hazardous fires, constant dust, acrid smoke, and obnoxious odors from the dangerous practices of an industrial waste processor, VIM Recycling, have been awarded $50,568,750 in a class action lawsuit. “This judgment puts into perspective the enormous …read more.

SOUTH BEND — WorkOne joins auto parts manufacturer Benteler Automotive to host a hiring event featuring numerous open jobs in operations and maintenance. The event is slated for 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, Dec. 3, at WorkOne, Elkhart County, 430 Waterfall Drive, Elkhart. Benteler Automotive, with a production facility in Goshen, is a unit of Benteler International AG, based in Salzburg, Austria. …read more.

ELKHART — The Gateway Mile in downtown Elkhart is noted for its galleries and museums. Now, it’s being recognized for its art served on plates. Artisan by Kurt Janowsky has received the coveted four-diamond rating by AAA. The fine dining restaurant at 505 S. Main St. is joining the exclusive list in its first year of operation, …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. Taylor Ables, Muncie, $1,141 Timothy Brady, Warsaw, $1,141 The Car Company v. Elizabeth A. Allen, Elkhart, $431 Anna J. Bender, Elkhart, $431 Terrence Gangwer, …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The woman assaulted and shot Tuesday morning during a northwest Indianapolis home invasion has died, according to her family’s church. Amanda Blackburn passed away Wednesday morning.

Kosciusko 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. Gary S. Bowers, Warsaw, $5,508.99 Brian Bradley, Leesburg, $1,894.75 Braska S. Cartwright, Pierceton, $1,807.92 Jose Cruz, Warsaw, $1,230.86 Rebecca Day, Warsaw, $1,118.78 Laura …read more.

ELKHART — A more than 100 year-old manufacturer in Elkhart is rising along with the reinvigorated recreational vehicle industry.

By SHANE FROST TaigMarks Advertising and Public Relations ELKHART — Two consecutive years of controlled 20-plus percent growth and a trend in expansion opportunities are causing realignment among Days Corporation’s top tier executives. Working with more than 200 local, national and international businesses, Days is also seeking new hires and forecasts continuous job creation among …read more.

ELKHART — WorkOne is collaborating with Towne Fire and Water Damage Restoration to host a hiring event seeking candidates for multiple openings. The event is scheduled for 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Nov. 10 in Elkhart at WorkOne, 430 Waterfall Drive, Elkhart. Towne Fire and Water Damage Restoration is seeking candidates for open jobs as assistant water techs and carpenter apprentices. The wage for these openings is …read more.

ELKHART – In celebration of Veterans Day, the city of Elkhart and the Lerner Theatre will offer a free showing of the Oscar-nominated film, “Flags of Our Fathers.”