By Mary Ann Lienhart Cross County Extension Director, Purdue Extension Elkhart County I know that many of you like to prepare food and share your creations with family, friends and co-workers. We celebrate many events and I don’t think we ever celebrate without food, do we? As I type this the Super Bowl hasn’t happened …read more.

Odean K. Tullis, 72, of Elkhart, passed away Monday, Jan. 19, 2015, at Elkhart General Hospital. She was born Sept. 19, 1942, in Milford, to Harold L. Bleile Sr. and Luella L. (Kershner) Bleile. She was survived by two sons: David Bleile, Elkhart; Shane (Jen) Tullis, Fishers; two daughters: Angela (Brian) Richmond, Osceola; Amy (David) …read more.

By MARY ANN LIENHART CROSS County Extension Director, Purdue Extension Elkhart County I believe soup making is a not practiced in many kitchens. I realize there are many factors that figure into not making soup like grandmother used to. There is the time factor involved, or having to purchase the raw ingredients if you don’t …read more.

ELKHART – Warsaw didn’t have much to keep up with a pair of local gymnastics powers Saturday at the East-West Invite hosted by Elkhart Central. Michigan City won the meet with a staggering 105.95 point total ahead of Elkhart Central’s 104.25. East Noble were third at 96.95, West Noble fourth at 86.25, Warsaw fifth at …read more.

ELKHART – Wawasee ended its Northern Lakes Conference dual season with a thud Thursday night, losing to host Elkhart Memorial 56-6. The Warriors fell to 3-25 overall and 0-7 in NLC duals, the second consecutive season without a dual win in the conference. Wawasee junior Tristin Ponsler scored the only points for the Warriors, earning …read more.

Energy Star’s 2014 list of small cities with the highest number of Energy Star certified buildings had three northern Indiana towns within the top 10. Elkhart and Warsaw were among a few towns that tied for eighth place with six Energy Star certified buildings, while Plymouth made the list at the 10th place spot with …read more.

By MARY ANN LIENHART CROSS County Extension Director and Educator, Purdue Extension Elkhart County I have written about homemade soups and I hope I have motivated you to make some soup. I want to encourage you to plan some kitchen time and make some real soup. You can be like the French and start with …read more.

By MARY ANN LIENHART CROSS County Extension Director and Educator, Purdue Extension Elkhart County Join the Elkhart County Extension Homemakers for a free, educational program titled “Kitchen Gadget Savvy” presented by Mary Ann Lienhart Cross. Through this lesson you will learn about new kitchen gadgets, utensils, knives, cutting boards and so much more. Participants are …read more.

By ANN WOJAS Public Information Office, Indiana State Police A three-semi crash in the early morning hours today took the life of one of the drivers. Preliminary investigation by Trooper Erik Kocinski revealed at approximately 3:45 a.m., Friday, a 2010 Kenworth tractor bobtail with no trailer, driven by Ismael Flores, 32 of Chicago, was eastbound …read more.

Elkhart police are asking for the public’s help in finding Ernest Lehman, 52, who went missing on Dec. 30. He is described as being approximately 5’10”, weighing 175 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. Anyone who might have information on Lehman’s whereabouts is asked to call the Elkhart Police Department at (574) 295-7070. Source: …read more.

Thor Industries, Inc. (NYSE: THO) today announced the acquisition of towable recreational vehicle manufacturer Cruiser RV (CRV) and luxury fifth wheel recreational vehicle manufacturer DRV by its Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC subsidiary, in a series of integrated transactions which included the purchase of equity interests, as well as the purchase of certain real estate used …read more.

Brides and grooms with weddings in 2015 can take the worry out of wedding planning during the first Something New Bridal Event, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 3 at the Lerner Theatre. Gateway Mile stakeholders Stephenson’s of Elkhart and Ruthmere developed the initial ideas for Something New to put greater focus on the …read more.

A South Bend man was arrested after he struck an Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department police vehicle at 5:10 a.m. Thursday. Robert Flowers, South Bend, was taken to the Elkhart County Jail on charges on driving while suspended with prior convictions and operating a vehicle while intoxicated, a felony. He was found to have a previous …read more.

Allen Stewart loves comic books so much that he built a replica of the DC Comics’ Hall of Justice in his backyard to store them all. Since then, the one-of-a-kind Hall of Heroes Museum at 58005 17th St., Elkhart, has amassed around 60,000 comics, with 40 more being added every week. And, yes, he reads …read more.

The Texas Tenors catapulted to fame on America’s Got Talent and PBS specials, and now they’re coming to the Lerner Theatre in the spring of 2015. The group’s unique style combines the best of country, gospel and classical with humorous “cowboy charm.” Since appearing on the hit NBC show in 2009, the group has performed …read more.

Celebrating with the sounds of the holidays, the Lerner Theatre welcomes Celia Weiss back to the stage Tuesday, Dec. 23 for a special edition of the free Lunchtime Live! series. Weiss will play both the piano and classic 1924 Kimball organ from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunchtime Live! gives residents and business people a …read more.

By MARY ANN LIENHART CROSS County Extension Director and Educator, Purdue Extension Elkhart County A special part of the holiday foods are the beverages. Beverages, whether hot or cold, can provide lots of color and can be full of food value. Unfortunately, they can also be high in sugar and fat. One of my favorites …read more.

By JEFF BURBRINK Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Elkhart County Fourteen local people have completed the first phase of the Purdue Master Gardener program in Elkhart County. Jeff Burbrink, Extension Educator with the Purdue Extension Service in Elkhart County and coordinator of the local Master Gardener program, explained that Master Gardeners is a volunteer training program, …read more.

ELKHART – Another sweep for the Warsaw boys swim team, plowing past Elkhart Memorial 127-43 Thursday night. Memorial’s girls did nearly the same to Warsaw, winning 112-58. Without diving taking place, Warsaw won the 11 boys swim events and again swept several events. Zach Taylor, Josh Miller and Jayden Parrett each led sweeps of individual …read more.

Governor Mike Pence and executives from 16 companies announced today new investments across Indiana expected to create a combined 2,153 new jobs over the next few years. “Indiana’s strong economy, fiscal responsibility and pro-growth policies make days like this possible,” said Pence. “Today’s announcement includes some of the nation’s fastest growing companies, and they have …read more.

Transhield, Inc. announced today that it has completed delivery of 350 Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle protective covers to the US Air Force. Valued at more than $550,000, the contract was awarded by the Air Combat Command A4 in August following a competitive proposal process. It is Transhield’s first major order for the US …read more.

The Nashville-based, 10-member group appears regularly on “The Bob and Tom Show” and brings a distinctive punk and R&B sound. But the band members literally have kept their identities under wraps through more than a decade of touring and six studio albums. Tickets for “Here Come the Mummies” go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, …read more.

By STHELE GREYBAR Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development, Purdue Extension Elkhart County The Elkhart County 4-H program will be having it’s second Discover 4-H event of the year from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 10. The event will be held at Concord Mall in Elkhart, located at 3701 S. Main St., Dunlap. Every …read more.

By REBECCA KUIKEN Co-Pastor, First Presbyterian Church An Elkhart church will host a special service to brighten the spirits of people who find the holiday season painful. At 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18, First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart will present ‘The Longest Night,’ an evening of prayer and worship to comfort people facing Christmas without …read more.

FlexForm Technologies – the world’s foremost manufacturer of advanced natural fiber composite materials – has announced the formation of FlexForm Korea Ltd. for the acquisition and operation of factories and production lines in Jeonju City and in Cheonan, South Korea. At the start of 2015, FlexForm Korea will commence manufacturing the full range of FlexForm …read more.

By MARY ANN LIENHART CROSS County Extension Director, Purdue Extension Elkhart County To many of us the holidays are all about traditions. Among these traditions are special foods only prepared this time of the year. There are many traditions beyond the food such as decorating, church and community services, music, lights, family gatherings, and of …read more.

Several notable developments have occurred recently in the Federal Court of South Bend. Antonio King of Elkhart entered a guilty plea to the felony charge of being a felon in possession of a firearm. The magistrate judge has recommended the district court accept the plea. There is a 14-day period in which parties must decide …read more.

By CAPT. JAMES L. BRADBERRY Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department Elkhart County Sheriff’s Detectives are continuing to investigate the death of a 58-year-old female who was found deceased inside of her home earlier this morning. At approximately 6:17 a.m. fire department personnel responded to a house fire  at a residence located at 28962 Kehres St., Elkhart. …read more.

By CAPT. JIM BRADBERRY Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department Investigators from the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department are continuing to investigate a fatal crash involving two semi-trucks that occurred in the westbound lanes of the U.S. 20 Bypass east of US HWY 33. The crash, which occurred on Monday, Nov. 24, at approximately 3:19 p.m. resulted in …read more.

The antics of Buddy the Elf be featured on the Lerner Theatre’s big screen for a special family edition of Lunchtime Live! on Wednesday, Nov. 26. Elf the 2003 holiday classic starring Will Ferrell, Bob Newhart and James Caan, will be the feature presentation from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. [weaver_youtube _TOQWF_-RWY rel=0] The concept …read more.

Ruthmere Museum Fall Concert Series concludes on Friday, Nov. 28 featuring an original Christmas composition by the Heartland Chamber Chorale. Their passion for vocal performance comes from the knowledge that vocal music touches the heart, mind and soul in ways no other art form can match. Concert begins at 7 p.m. at Ruthmere Museum, 302 …read more.

Patrick Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: PATK) (“Patrick” or the “Company”) announced today that it has completed the acquisition of the business and certain assets of Bremen, Indiana-based Charleston Corporation (“Charleston”). Charleston is a manufacturer of fiberglass and plastic components primarily used in the recreational vehicle (“RV”), marine, and vehicle aftermarket industries. The Company estimates Charleston’s 2014 …read more.

ELKHART – Patrick Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: PATK), a major manufacturer and distributor of building and component products for the recreational vehicle (“RV”), manufactured housing (“MH”) and industrial markets, today reported its financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended Sept. 28, 2014. Net sales for the third quarter of 2014 increased $41.5 million …read more.

The Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a burglary that occurred within the 21000 block of Protecta Drive in Elkhart. The incident happened sometime between the days of Oct. 16 and 17. Entry was gained by prying open an exterior door. One of the items taken during the burglary was a custom made “chopper” motorcycle. …read more.

A complete list of Halloween/Fall events can be found here. Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Kosciusko County Fairgrounds Soul Taker’s Acres – 8-11 p.m., Friday, Oct. 24, and 8 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, …read more.

The National Weather Service has issued a freeze warning for northern Indiana, including Kosciusko, Elkhart, Whitley, Wabash, and St. Joseph Counties. The warning is in effect from 4 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 19, until 9 a.m. the same day. According to the warning: clearing skies and diminishing winds will cause temperatures in the region to drop …read more.

[weaver_youtube 8F8X8eqj0QQ rel=0] ELKHART – A year ago, Wawasee was celebrating a cross country homecoming 30 years in the making. Saturday, Wawasee sat in disbelief as the cross country teams were both eliminated at the Elkhart Central Cross Country Regional at Ox Bow Park. Wawasee’s cross country teams had both run in the semi-state a …read more.

Mercury Wireless announces a completion date of expanded service in Elkhart and Kosciusko Counties. As of Friday, Oct. 17, Mercury Wireless is offering broadband internet and digital phone service to the communities of New Paris, Milford, and Benton, Indiana. “Having heard many requests for better service from community members, we are happy to be bringing …read more.

ELKHART – The Elkhart Memorial freshman football did enough at home Thursday night to seal up a 20-18 win against visiting Wawasee. The Warriors (2-6) had three different players score. Kevin Weikart and Will Geer both had two-yard touchdown runs while Cayden Wegener hooked up with Jake Hand for a 40-yard pitch and catch. Wawasee’s …read more.

ELKHART – Not mincing words, Wawasee football head coach Josh Ekovich wasn’t bashful in stating his team’s 20-7 win at Elkhart Memorial Friday night was rather bland. “We were just average in a lot of ways, just vanilla,” Ekovich said of the performance which put his club at 5-3 this season and 3-3 in the …read more.

I complete list of Halloween/Fall events can be found here. Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Warsaw City Hall Plaza ExtravaBandza – 1-10 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 11 Kosciusko County Fairgrounds Soul Taker’s Acres – …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 12:22 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, West CR 400N, west of Wallace Road, Warsaw. Driver: Bethany C. Shively, 23, North County Line Road, Etna Green. Hit deer. Damage up to $10,000. 8:25 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 8, South CR 1000W, north of CR 900S, …read more.

[weaver_youtube ZvaC8OpQ9-Q rel=0] ELKHART – It’s hard to tab something an upset when an undefeated team wins a title. But when that team knocks off a perennial powerhouse, there’s room to be impressed. Goshen, which won the Northern Lakes Conference boys cross country regular season title with a 7-0 record, backed up its claim for …read more.

[weaver_youtube h4X7aozBxAQ rel =0] ELKHART – The Northridge girls cross country team came up with another way to ruin Warsaw’s party. Putting all five of its runners in the top 10, the Lady Raiders squeaked out a 32 final score to eek out a second-straight Northern Lakes Conference Championship title over Warsaw’s 33 points. And …read more.

[weaver_youtube -L0RXJJRWOQ rel=0]           Temperatures in the lower 50s and wind, making it feel like it was in the 40s, didn’t keep hundreds from an artful evening at First Friday, downtown Warsaw. Face painting, fall art creations, cookie decorating and listening to the Warsaw Community Pep Band were highlights of the …read more.

Skyline Corporation today issued the following statement regarding its ongoing efforts to evaluate strategic initiatives and to rebut certain statements contained in the Sept. 26, release issued by Cavco Industries, Inc. (‘Cavco’) and Cavco’s letter dated Sept. 22: The Skyline Board of Directors and management team are committed to act in the best interests of …read more.

ELKHART – Thor Industries, Inc. (NYSE: THO) today announced a significant expansion of production and office capacity at the Company’s Airstream subsidiary in Jackson Center, Ohio. The project will add approximately 94,000 square-feet to Airstream’s existing 134,000 square-foot travel trailer plant. “With the recent strong growth in our markets, momentum and optimism among our dealers …read more.

Thor Industries, Inc. (NYSE: THO) today announced record financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended July 31, 2014. Fourth Quarter Highlights: Sales from continuing operations for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2014 were a record $1.04 billion, up 14 percent from $914.0 million in the fourth quarter last year, as sales of …read more.

UPDATE: The Indiana State Police are continuing their investigation into the Elkhart City Police shooting Tuesday evening in which Joseph Adam Lee, 32, was killed. State police detectives are conducting interviews and processing evidence that was collected at the scene. An autopsy will be conducted by officials on Thursday. State police detectives are working closely …read more.

According to Inside INdiana Business, the president of the Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce stated the seventh annual Elkhart RV Open House, which is taking place this week, offers a “concentrated look” at the industry’s community impact. Kyle Hannon says the event allows the city to show off for the 4,000 professionals expected to attend. …read more.

Thor Industries, Inc. (NYSE: THO) today announced several projects to expand production and office space at its Heartland subsidiary in Elkhart. The projects include the purchase and renovation of an existing office building, expansion of a plant dedicated to production of lightweight travel trailers, expansion of a production facility to produce Toy Haulers, the renovation …read more.

Memorial Shuts Out Wawasee Two goals in the first half and a late goal put the cap on a 3-0 boys soccer win for Elkhart Memorial over Wawasee Saturday morning in northern Elkhart County. The loss sets the Warriors at an even 3-3-3 on the season. “The guys fought hard, and I am proud of …read more.

[weaver_youtube jiJEH-ppEp8 rel=0] ELKHART – It wasn’t an ideal night for the Wawasee cross country teams, but Tuesday’s triangular with Plymouth and host Elkhart Memorial gave great looks as the Northern Lakes Conference season opened for the three schools. On the boys side, the Chargers picked up a sweep by using a big pack to …read more.

Manchester Main Street’s Second Annual Eel River Arts Festival is this weekend, Sept. 13, in the heart of downtown North Manchester. Saturday’s 10 a.m.to 3 p.m. Art Fair is free to the public, highlighting area artists’ work – Perry Collins, Janet Ecklebarger, Elizabeth Wamsley, Candie Cooper, Gallery 64, Shanghai Tai and many more. Come meet …read more.

Patrick Industries, Inc. announced today that it has completed the acquisition of the business and certain assets of Elkhart, Ind., based PolyDyn3, LLC. PolyDyn3 is a custom fabricator of simulated wood and stone products such as headboards, fireplaces, ceiling medallions, columns and trims, for the recreational vehicle (RV) market. The company projects PolyDyn3’s 2014 annual …read more.

Family seeks to raise awareness of backyard breeders What started as a happy adoption of a first puppy for one Elkhart family ended tragically only one day later. According to Brittany and Brad Brosamer, the couple decided to adopt their first dog after finding the perfect pup, a lab collie mix, in a Craigslist posting …read more.

Lippert Components Inc. and E&P Hydraulics announced today that E&P will sell and distribute LCI products, including In-Wall Slide-Out systems, windows and electronic control systems, on an exclusive basis to the European caravan and motor home market. E&P Hydraulics is one of Europe’s largest suppliers of hydraulic leveling systems and supports an extensive service network …read more.

A South Bend man already convicted of armed robbery and released from prison in 2005, was arrested by Marshall County police this week after passing a counterfeit check. Plymouth Police Det. Sgt. Leo Mangus said the department received a call from Turn One Motorsports in Plymouth on Aug. 27 in reference to an $11,000 counterfeit check. The …read more.

The Elkhart County Traffic Safety Partnership will conduct a High Visibility Enforcement Zone on August 30 between 10 p.m. and 1 a.m. on the North Side of Elkhart. It will be followed by saturation patrols focused on locating impaired drivers. Several other impaired driving patrols will be conducted throughout the remainder of the weekend and …read more.

NLC Opens Nicely For Golfers Wawasee jumped into the Northern Lakes Conference girls golf season with a bang Wednesday, sweeping Plymouth and host Elkhart Memorial at Christiana Creek. The Lady Warriors posted a 182 to beat the Pilgrims by 18 strokes and the Chargers by much more. Kylee Rostochak led all golfers with a 42, …read more.

On Aug. 22, 2014, members of the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department Detective Bureau located a black Hyundai Sonata, which matched the description of a vehicle reported as having been involved in multiple daytime residential burglaries that had occurred in Jefferson and Concord Townships. Working in conjunction with Parole District 8, officers with the Sheriff’s Department …read more.

Officers from the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department will be conducting Child Seat Inspections from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 9, in the parking lot of the Encore Movie Theater located at 2701 Cassopolis St. in Elkhart. Officers and certified car seat technicians from Safe Kids Elkhart County will be on hand to answer questions …read more.

“I’m after the emotion in the moment,” says Warsaw painter Mike Kelly. “Nature’s the inspiration, that’s the starting point for me.” Kelly’s art, which is currently featured at the Castle Gallery in Fort Wayne this month, is contemporary impressionism. He paints simple landscapes, but plays with color for emotional effect. “I’m after the emotion in …read more.

The Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a now fatal crash involving a motorcycle and a passenger vehicle. The accident happened at 7:45 p.m. Sunday on CR 6 when a motorcyclist, Michael Nunez, 33, of Elkhart, passed an Elkhart County Sheriff’s Deputy at a high rate of speed and ultimately collided with a passenger vehicle. Nunez …read more.

A 32-year-old Elkhart man was killed this afternoon after missing a curve on his motorcycle. The Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department investigated the accident that happened at 1:12 p.m. at CR 22, south of CR 28. According to a press release, Billy Joe Johnson was southbound on CR 22 when he failed to negotiate a curve …read more.

Thor Industries Inc. (NYSE: THO) of Elkhart today announced the appointment of specialty vehicle industry veteran Wilson R. Jones to serve on its Board of Directors as a Class A Director, effective Aug. 1. The addition brings the total size of Thor’s Board to nine members. “We are pleased to welcome Wilson Jones to our …read more.

Ivy Tech Community College’s Elkhart County campus will hold Express Enrollment Days during the month of July on the following dates: Tuesday, July 8, 11:30 a.m. Friday, July 11, 8:45 a.m. Thursday, July 17, 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, 2:00 p.m. Admitted students can complete new student orientation, take the ACCUPLACER assessment, talk with a …read more.

Cold Case Investigators with the Indiana State Police are seeking the public’s assistance in trying to solve a murder case that occurred nearly 40 years ago in either Kosciusko or Noble County. According to Detective Kevin Smith, then 17-year-old Laurel Jean Mitchell was last seen leaving work at Epworth Forrest in North Webster at approximately …read more.

Lippert Components, Inc. (LCI) announced today it is initiating an exclusive arrangement with Shanghai Yixin Trading Co. Ltd. for the marketing, sale and distribution of LCI products in the Chinese caravan, motorhome and utility trailer markets. Since 1995, Shanghai Yixin Trading has imported products into China ranging from electric bikes to elevator parts, and recently …read more.

Patrick Industries, Inc. (“Patrick” or the “Company”) announced today that it has completed the acquisition of the business and certain assets of Goshen, Indiana-based Foremost Fabricators, LLC (“Foremost”). Foremost is a fabricator and distributor of fabricated aluminum products, fiber reinforced polyester sheet and coil, and custom laminated products primarily used in the recreational vehicle (“RV”) …read more.

ELKHART, Ind. –  Early this morning, officers of the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department’s S.T.A.R. (Sheriff’s Teenage Alcohol Reduction) team, responded to an underage drinking party at arrested 60 individuals for illegal consumption. It happened at 12:45 a.m. at the old Farmer’s Market, located at 27919 CR 26, in Elkhart. Police say of the 60 subjects arrested, 24 …read more.

Agdia Incorporated, a local biotechnology company specializing in detection of plant pathogens, has moved a majority of its operations into its new 50,000 sq/ft world headquarters. Construction of the facility began in September of 2012 and was completed in May of 2014. The company will host a ceremonial ribbon cutting ceremony June 13th for employees, …read more.

An Elkhart-based audio components supplier will play a significant role in one of the world’s largest sporting events. Crown Audio is supplying amplifiers and speakers to nine of the 12 stadiums hosting the 2014 FIFA World Cup, which starts today in Brazil. Senior Director of Marketing and Engineering Marc Kellom says the company’s experience in …read more.

Patrick Industries Inc. (“Patrick” or the “company”) announced today the acquisition of the businesses and certain assets of Bremen and Elkhart, based Precision Painting, Inc., Carrera Custom Painting, Inc., Millennium Paint, Inc., and TDM Transport, Inc. (collectively, the “Precision Painting Group” or “Precision”). The Precision Painting Group is comprised of three full service exterior full …read more.

Thor Industries Inc. (NYSE:THO) today announced financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended April 30. Highlights of the Company’s financial results follow: Sales from continuing operations for the third quarter of fiscal 2014 were $1.05 billion, up 13 percent from $929.8 million in the third quarter last year, as sales of towable …read more.

Thor Industries Inc. (NYSE: THO) today announced expansion plans for its Bison Coach subsidiary with the acquisition of a 55,000 square-foot production facility located on approximately 9 acres in Milford. In addition to the facility, the company also agreed to purchase approximately 20 acres of additional land that can be used for future expansion as …read more.

Ben’s Soft Pretzels announces the signing of a master lease agreement with Walmart Stores based in, Bentonville, Ark. This agreement will allow Ben’s Soft Pretzels to enter new and exciting markets in Indiana and throughout the United States. Plans are in motion for multiple stores to open this year. The first to open will be stores …read more.

The 2014 prep golf season is winding down, leaving just a few matches for teams to straighten out any hooks or slices before the IHSAA State Tournament. Though some teams will still have a few regular season contests before sectionals, the postseason will begin for members of the Northern Lakes Conference this Saturday. The annual …read more.

ELKHART – Momentum is everything when heading into the postseason. While nothing is a guarantee for Saturday’s Northern Lakes Conference tournament, Wawasee is feeling confident after picking up some momentum by edging out two NLC foes on Thursday night. Wawasee used two sub-40 scores to help tally a 162 in its match at Bent Oak …read more.

An Indiana State Police Trooper on routine patrol came across a disabled vehicle near Leesburg late Monday night and found a man wanted for a serious felony. Steven Garrett, 37, of Elkhart, skipped out on his sentencing last month in Elkhart Superior Court 3 after pleading guilty to a Class A felony charge of dealing …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – A new popular culture convention, Indy PopCon, will be held in the Indiana Convention Center from May 30 – June 1 and attendees from all over the Midwest are invited to celebrate comic books, video games, television and movie entertainment and Internet culture. Pop Con LLC, a new business founded by a …read more.

Verizon Wireless has expanded its newest technology, known as XLTE, to 15 Indiana locations to boost 4G LTE network capacity and enhance high-speed services for customers. More than half of Verizon’s 4G LTE 500-plus markets have been enhanced with XLTE, with more scheduled to be completed by the end of the year. The Indiana markets …read more.

Diamond Boys Double Up After a tough run through the first half of the Northern Lakes Conference season, the Wawasee varsity baseball team have won two in a row after it beat Elkhart Memorial, 7-6, in eight innings Friday afternoon in Syracuse. After allowing Memorial to take a 5-4 lead with a run in the …read more.

[weaver_youtube JbLC8IsY-u4 rel=0] (Video by Angie Deak) An historic steam locomotive passed through Kosciusko County today catching many motorists and residents off guard. The restored Nickel Plate Road steam locomotive was headed to Elkhart for a private weekend event. According to the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society, the locomotive is at the Norfolk Southern railyard for the weekend offering rides to only Norfolk Southern employees. …read more.

ELKHART, Ind. — Today at approximately 8:15 a.m., Elkhart County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a robbery that occurred at the Dollar General Store located at 23672 Old U.S. 20. A white male suspect entered the store and demanded money from the cashier. After obtaining an undisclosed amount of money, the suspect left the area riding …read more.

CTS Corporation (NYSE: CTS) announced today first quarter 2014 results. Revenues of $100.7 million, an increase of 2.7 percent compared to first quarter of 2013 were noted by the company. GAAP earnings from continuing operations of $5.1 million, or $0.15 per diluted share, compared to $3.0 million, or $0.09 per diluted share, in the first quarter …read more.

Lucille M. Lundgren, 99, formerly of Elkhart, Ind., passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2014, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Wakarusa, Ind., where she had been a resident for the past 4 years. She was born March 21, 1915, in Bluffton, Ind., to Noah and Estina (Yarger) Frauhiger. She graduated in 1933 from Warsaw High School. Lucille …read more.

Ladies Mash Memorial It’s not often that Wawasee dictates the pace against Elkhart Memorial in softball, but such was the case Wednesday afternoon in Syracuse. The Lady Warriors jumped all over the visiting Lady Chargers in a 14-1 rout. Wawasee (6-2, 1-1 NLC) plated six runs in the first inning and hung another seven runs …read more.

Drew Industries Incorporated (NYSE: DW), a leading supplier of components for recreational vehicles (RVs) and manufactured homes, today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Lippert Components, Inc., has entered into a 6-year aluminum extrusion supply agreement with Atrium Windows and Doors, Inc. (“Atrium”), a Dallas, Texas based aluminum extrusion business. Concurrently, Lippert Components sold certain of …read more.

Lippert Components Inc. announced today that it has entered into a 12 1/2-year agreement to lease a 539,000-square-foot building at 1902 W. Sample St., South Bend, where it will consolidate its aftermarket parts sales and Customer Support Services operations. “We are excited about the opportunities that South Bend brings to Lippert Components,” said LCI President …read more.

Here’s our weekly list of local art and entertainment events. Next week we will be posting this earlier to accommodate events happening on Thursday, and we will continue to update through the weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Redwood Firewood Grill …read more.

Ameritrans Bus Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of small to mid-size transportation vehicles, announced plans today to expand its operations here, creating up to 35 new jobs by 2017. The Elkhart-based company, which was acquired by Faribault, Minnesota-based ABC Companies in 2012, will invest $429,384 to renovate and equip its new 60,000 square-foot facility at …read more.

ELKHART – Best known as the tenor in the Grammy-Award-winning Gaither Vocal Band, David Phelps’ trademark is his unique vocal ability and seemingly endless range. He will perform live at the Lerner Theatre, 410 S. Main St., Elkhart, at 6 p.m. Sunday, June 1. Phelps’ full voice capacity can reach beyond three octaves, and he …read more.

Grand Design Recreational Vehicle Company has announced the opening of a third production facility. In an interview, Don Clark, president and co-owner of Grand Design RV said, “The overwhelming demand by dealers and retail customers for Grand Design’s Reflection mid-profile fifth wheels necessitated the opening of our third facility. We are now producing our popular …read more.

ELKHART, Ind. – Investigators in Elkhart County are searching for a suspect of an alleged sexual assault that happened more than five months ago. On Oct. 2, 2013, at approximately 7:05 a.m., Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department deputies responded to the 52000 block of Brookstream Circle in Elkhart to investigate the reported sexual assault of a …read more.

ELKHART – Get the Led Out is a group of professional musicians who are passionate about their love of the music of Led Zeppelin. And on On Thursday, March 6, they are coming to the Lerner Theatre in Elkhart. It’s been their mission to bring the studio recordings of “the mighty Zep” to life on …read more.

Elkhart-based CTS Corporation (NYSE: CTS) announced today that it intends to consolidate its Canadian operation in Streetsville, Ontario, into other existing CTS facilities. The consolidation process is expected to be completed in the first half 2015. Operations at the Canadian facility will be transferred to CTS’ facilities in Mexico and China. The decision to consolidate the …read more.

ELKHART – The Lerner Theatre, 401 S. Main St. in Elkhart, will be hosting Lunchtime Live! from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26. A free organ concert will feature Celia Weiss. For more information, go to www.thelerner.com.

Thor Industries Inc. (NYSE: THO) today announced an expansion of production capacity for its motorhomes through an agreement to purchase a 220,000-square-foot facility located in Elkhart, which was formerly used to produce Monaco towable recreational vehicles. The additional production capacity will be used to meet continued strong demand for products produced by the Company’s Thor …read more.

The Elkhart County Traffic Safety Partnership, which is made up of a team of police agencies from around Elkhart County, conducted an impaired driving patrol last night, February 14th, in the south and west areas of Elkhart City. The patrol resulted in eight arrests for impaired driving during the four hour patrol. People who choose …read more.