LeRoy Helmuth, 92, of Goshen, passed away Sunday morning, Sept. 13, 2015, at Greencroft Healthcare. He was born Dec. 12, 1922, in Nappanee to Henry and Lydiann (Hochstetler) Helmuth. On Jan. 27, 1946, he married Inez J. Slabaugh in Bremen. She survives along with two daughters: Betty (Steven) Hudgins, Valparaiso; and Margaret (John) Weaver, Pleasant …read more.

Melvin R. Miller, 86, a lifetime resident of Nappanee, died at 5:55 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Wakarusa from complications due to recent hip surgery. He was born March 31, 1929, to Ray J. and Edna (Miller) Miller. He married Gertrude Miller on Aug. 24, 1958. Melvin is survived by his …read more.

Jane Ellen Trenkner, 89, residing in Elkhart, and formerly of South Bend, passed away on Monday, Sept. 7, 2015, at Hubbard Hills Estates, Elkhart. Jane was born on Oct. 5, 1925, in Nappanee, to the late Charles F. McFall and Mabel I. (Lamb) McFall, and has lived in this area since 1949, coming from Nappanee. …read more.

The Economic Development Corporation (EDC) of Elkhart County today announced Mark Dobson as its new President/CEO, following an intensive two month long nationwide search. Mark, 53, has over 30 years of economic and community development experience in both the private and public sectors in Indiana.  He most recently worked as the President/CEO of the Kosciusko …read more.

Elkhart The following people were arrested and booked in the Elkhart County Detention Facility: Sept. 8 Erin Lee Edel, 40, 409 N. Washington, Bourbon, arrested for disorderly conduct, contempt of court, resisting law enforcement and criminal trespass. Bond: $491.45. Beth Nicole Davis, 24, 706 S. Thwaits, Syracuse, arrested for possession of methamphetamine and contempt of …read more.

Truman L. Martin, 90, of Nappanee, peacefully passed away after a brief illness at his home at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2015. He was born July 12, 1925, in Harrison Township, to Willis and Nellie (Culp) Martin. He was a lifetime area resident. Truman was a dairy farmer, and part owner of Sta-Fast Hitches …read more.

Lydia Mae Burkey, age 94, passed away at 7:35 am, Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Wakarusa. She was born Sept. 21, 1920, in Marshall County to Joseph and Emma (Miller) Schwartz. Mrs. Burkey was a lifetime area resident. She was married to Paul L. Burkey Nov. 2, 1941, in Nappanee. He preceded …read more.

By Jeff Burbrink Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Elkhart County September was always one of my favorite times as a kid. It was exciting because I loved helping make silage. The hustle and bustle of the tractors and wagons and chopper, the smell of fresh chopped corn stalks; all of it signaled the start of harvest …read more.

Ronald J. Ruiz, age 62, of South Bend, formerly of Wakarusa and Nappanee, died unexpectedly in Temple, Texas, at 8:18 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, 2015. He was born August 5, 1953 in Elkhart  to Victor and Bernice (Bonner) Ruiz. He was married to Marilyn Cowles. She preceded him in death February 22, 2010. Ron had …read more.

Paula Bixler, age 60, of Elkhart, passed away at 6:33 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2015, at Eastlake Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Elkhart after a long illness. She was born April 5, 1955, in Dayton, Ohio, to Paul and Ruth (Lunsford) Dawson. She moved to Michigan in 1985, and then to Indiana in 2014. She …read more.

SYRACUSE — The driver of a small passenger car was transported to the hospital this morning after colliding with the rear end of a semi truck.

Jill McLean Stover, age 81, passed away peacefully at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24, 2015, surrounded by family at Lakeland Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Milford. She was born in Hillsdale, MI on July 6, 1934.  Jill graduated from Hillsdale High School in  1952 and married her husband of 60 years, Bob Stover, at the end …read more.

Larry L. Herr, 72, Nappanee, died at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 21, 2015, at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw. For several years, he had suffered from complications of diabetes. Larry was born Jan. 21, 1943, in Cleveland, Ohio. He was adopted by Floyd B. and Lulu (Berger) Herr, and graduated from Wakarusa High School in 1961. …read more.

Grace Quinn Schmucker, infant daughter of Myron and Joanna (Yoder) Schmucker, Nappanee, was stillborn at 10:15 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2015, at Elkhart General Hospital. Grace is survived by her parents; brothers: Bentley Dwight; and Brent Alan, at home; maternal grandparents: Orlin and Betty (Miller) Yoder, Nappanee; and paternal grandparents: Owen and Norma (Stutzman) Schmucker, …read more.

Debra J. Freed, 62, Nappanee, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2015, from natural causes at her daughter’s residence. She had been in ill health for an extended period of time. She was born Feb. 26, 1953, in South Bend, and has lived in Nappanee since 1975. She worked at the Elkhart Truth as a District Manager …read more.

Darlene J. Conrad, age 91, of Nappanee, died at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, 2015, at the home of her niece in Syracuse, after a short illness. She was born March 8, 1924, in Scott Township to Ivan and Daisy (Pippenger) Haney. On June 12, 1943, she married Lowell “Dutch” Conrad in Eaton Town New Jersey. …read more.

Esther Chupp, age 82, of Nappanee, died peacefully at 3:15 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, 2015, at The Maples in Goshen. She had been a resident there since July 24, 2015. She was born Sept. 14, 1932, in Middlebury to Abe and Lydia (Miller) Lehman. She was raised in Middlebury and lived her lifetime in the Goshen/Nappanee area. …read more.

Mason Griffin Brow, son of Griffin and Elizabeth (Stouder) Brow, of Goshen, died at 5:35 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 9, 2015, at Elkhart General Hospital. Surviving are his parents; a sister: Lily Brow, at home; paternal grandparents: Mark (Claudia) Brow, New Paris; maternal grandparents: Roger (Vicki) Stouder, South Bend; and many aunts; uncles; and cousins. Mason …read more.

By JEFF BURBRINK Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Elkhart County GOSHEN — The term “social bees and wasps” refers to insects like honeybees, hornets and yellow jackets that live in a mutually beneficial group to help the species survive. Ironically, humans often fear these creatures because of the anti-social behavior they have when provoked. Take hornets for …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Nappanee Public Library news and events this week: Quilt Guild The Nappanee Quilt Guild, a club for those interested in new quilting techniques, meets on the second Thursday of each month at the Nappanee Public Library.  Members will meet at the library next from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. …read more.

Patricia L. “Pat” Eaton, age 65, of Wakarusa, died at 9 p.m. Wednesday, August 5, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Wakarusa. She had been in ill health since April.  Patricia was born Feb. 27, 1950, in North Manchester to Arlo and Mary Helen (Brookins) Spangle. Patricia was a graduate of Manchester College and received her Master’s …read more.

GOSHEN —The Goshen City Council has decided to table additions to a city ordinance that would add civil rights productions for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people, according to an announcement posted Tuesday on the city’s website. The Goshen City Council, according to democratic mayor Allan Kauffman, who proposed the additions, decided to table the …read more.

Leah Ann Adams, 46, of Nappanee, died peacefully at her home with her parents and family by her side at 8:45 a.m. Aug. 2, 2015, 10 month illness.  She was born April 5, 1969, in Marshall, Mich. She was a lifetime area resident. Leah was a 1987 graduate of NorthWood High School, and was a cabinet maker …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Nappanee Public Library news and events this week: Nappanee’s ‘Movies in the Park’ series continues with a showing of “Back to the Future” at West Side Park on 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, family and friends to watch this 1985 sci-fi adventure starring …read more.

Mardell J. Berger, age 88, Nappanee, died peacefully surrounded by her family at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 3, 2015, at her residence. She was born Jan. 1, 1927, in Bremen to Arthur and Helen (Wells) Heckaman. She was a lifetime area resident. She worked at Ball Band in Mishawaka, and was a sewer for Phoenix, …read more.

David W. Mattern, age 32, of Mishawaka, formerly of Nappanee, died unexpectedly at 2:50 p.m. Wednesday, July 29, 2015, at his residence of natural causes. He was born June 11, 1983, in Elkhart to Dennis and Kathy (Bennett) Mattern. David was a lifetime resident of this area. He was a graduate of NorthWood High School …read more.

Dale E. Weaver, age 86, of Nappanee, died at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 29, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor. He was born on Jan. 18, 1929, in Goshen, to Floyd and Goldie (Miller) Weaver. He was a lifetime area resident. Dale worked as a wood worker for Mutschler’s Kitchen, and then Nappanee Wood. Dale enjoyed …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library NAPPANEE — Nappanee Public Library news and events this week: Free Willy Movie And Swim Rescheduled Nappanee’s Movies in the Park series continues with a rescheduled showing of “Free Willy” at the public pool at 9 p.m. Friday, July 31. All ages are invited to watch this …read more.

Esther Hershberger, age 77, of Nappanee, died at 2:40 p.m. Sunday, July 26, 2015. She was born March 26, 1938, to Daniel M. and Iona (Helmuth) Kuhns. On April 11, 1961, she married Alvin E. Hershberger in Nappanee. Mrs. Hershberger is survived by her husband: Alvin; children: Arlin Hershberger; Wanda Hershberger; Carlisle Hershberger, all of …read more.

With the grace of God at her side, Mary Rose Young, 88, of Nappanee, died peacefully at her son, Kendall’s home at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, 2015. She had been in ill health for six weeks. She was born Sept. 12, 1926, in South Bend to Scott and Effie June (Schott) Harris. On July …read more.

Mina Ethel McPheeters, 85, Nappanee, died at 12:10 a.m. Wednesday, July 22, 2015, at her residence. She was born June 28, 1930, in Terre Haute to Burton Eli and Mary (Kline) Krackenberger. She married Paul E. McPheeters Feb. 25, 1951 in Terre Haute. He preceded in death Aug. 1, 1990. Mrs. McPheeters had worked as …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting NAPPANEE — The board of trustees at the Nappanee Public Library will meet in regular session at 7 a.m. Thursday, July 23, at 157 N. Main St. The public is invited to attend. The Science of Superman Watch in amazement as Professor Steve …read more.

Joyce D. Lemert, 80, of North Liberty, passed away at 12:15 a.m. Monday, July 20, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth. She was born on Sept. 24, 1934, in South Bend, to Stokes and Maude (Williams) Toone. She married Larry G. Lemert at Sumption Prairie Church in South Bend on Aug. 10, 1985. Mrs. Lemert …read more.

Roger Richmond, 64, Nappanee, died of natural causes at 12:45 p.m. Friday, July 17, 2015, at his home. He was born Feb. 22, 1951, in Bremen to Robert and Betty (Hartzell) Richmond. On Feb. 14, 1981, he married Judy Haines. She preceded in death Sept. 5, 1995. Mr. Richmond moved to Nappanee in 1999. He retired from Gulfstream …read more.

By SEAN HOLMES, Undersheriff Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department In efforts to protect traveling motorists from impaired drivers, officers from the Elkhart County Traffic Safety Partnership will be conducting high visibility efforts that consist of DUI high visibility enforcement zones saturated patrols, and other methods to detect impaired drivers. From 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday, …read more.

Lewis E. Yoder, age 86, of Nappanee, died at 4:45 a.m. Thursday, July 16, 2015, at Elkhart Hospice House after  a short illness. He was born Sept. 30, 1928 in Bremen to Elva E. and Lydiann (Mast) Yoder. On July 1, 1950, he married Doris Marie Sparks in Pierceton. She preceded in death April 15, 2000.  …read more.

Beth A. Perry, age 60, of Elkhart, formerly of Nappanee, died at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, 2015, at her residence from a year and a half battle with metastatic melanoma. She was born on Jan. 7, 1955 in Elkhart to John L. and Lucille J. (Wiersma) Mellinger. She was a lifetime area resident. Beth …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Library Tour Did you know you could use a VHS to DVD converter or check out a portable die cut machine at the Nappanee Public Library? How about ”Kill-a-watt” meters or jigsaw puzzles? There are more than books at the Library! New cardholders and those interested in …read more.

JoAnn (Shively) Shirk Bruland, 81, residing in South Bend, Indiana passed away at 10:53 p.m. Sunday, July 12, 2015, at her home. JoAnn was born on May 13, 1934 in Nappanee, to the late Warren A. Shively and Leona (Harter) Shively, and has lived in the South Bend area since 1998. She is a graduate …read more.

Erdene Mishler, 92, of Goshen, passed away Thursday morning, July 9, 2015, at The Maples at Waterford Crossing after a two week illness. She was born Feb. 19, 1923, in Goshen to Earl and Esther (Swihart) Phillips. On June 16, 1946 she married Arthur Ralph Huber. He died June 9, 1965. Later, on December 18, 1971 …read more.

By MARY ANN LIENHART CROSS Elkhart County Extension Director, Extension Educator – Health and Human Sciences, Purdue Extension I often write about the challenges of the weather for those farmers who grow any kind of crop but especially for those growing produce. Mother Nature has provided too much rain and not enough warmth and sunshine. …read more.

Jake J. Coblentz Jr. age 71, of Nappanee, died at 2:45 a.m. Monday, July 6, 2015, at IU Health Goshen Hospital.  He fought a courageous fight with cancer for 6 years. He was born April 6, 1944 in Farmington Township, OH to Jake J. Sr. and Martha (Miller) Coblentz. Mr. Coblentz moved to Indiana in …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Heroes and Legends Show Meet master storyteller and musician, Paul Odenwelder, at his campsite at the library from 3 p.m. until 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 14. Kids of all ages will enjoy hearing the legends of Casey Jones, Davy Crockett, Paul Bunyan, and more. Cheer on your …read more.

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that the US 33 bridge over the Elkhart River, in the Town of Benton, is scheduled to close at 7 a.m. on Monday, July 6, weather permitting. Work will include a bridge deck replacement between CR 33 and CR 44. The official detour is US 6 through to SR …read more.

Veta L. Blosser, 84, Nappanee, died 4:37 a.m. Monday, June 29, 2015, at Elkhart General Hospital. She was born Feb. 25, 1931, in Elkhart to Ralph and Sarah (Derr) Pletcher. She married Marian L. Blosser, on Sept. 12, 1959 in Wakarusa and he died May 23, 2004. Surviving are daughters: Alisa (Loren) Begly, Reynolds Station, …read more.

Linda L. Hockert, age 77, of Nappanee, died at 8:12 pm, Friday, June 26, 2015, at Elkhart General Hospital after a short illness. She was born March 2, 1938, in Gravelton to Virgil and Pansy (Biller) Stump. She lived her lifetime in this area. She was a 1956 graduate of Nappanee High School. On Aug. 8, …read more.

Calvin Stutzman of Nappanee, passed away early Monday morning, June 29, 2015. He was 90 years old. Surviving this wonderful, faithful, helpful, Christian man is his wife of 67 years: Betty; son: Garry (Kerry), Scottsdale, Ariz; daughter: Sue (Dale) Welch, Albuquerque, N.M.; son-in-law: John Moore, Rochester; grandaughters: Katie (Salvatore) Sanchez, Rochester; Christine Welch, Taipei, Taiwan; …read more.

By VINCE ROBINSON American Red Cross The American Red Cross urges eligible donors to give blood in the weeks surrounding Independence Day to help ensure a sufficient blood supply now and throughout the summer. Many summer activities, such as vacations and travel, cause frequent blood donors to be less available to give during the summer. …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library The Nappanee Public Library will be closed on Saturday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. The library will resume regular hours from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Sunday, July 5. Oral History Program at Heritage House Nappanee residents are invited to attend a new interactive monthly …read more.

The Elkhart County 4-H Bicycle Club held its annual rodeo Saturday, June 20, at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds, Goshen. There were 24 members participate in the rodeo with Isaac Inniger, New Paris, junior division champion; Lucas Inniger, New Paris, senior division champion; Paige Jacobs, Nappanee, junior division reserve champion; and Alec Calkins, Elkhart, senior …read more.

Levi Burkholder, 95, of Goshen died at home Wednesday afternoon, June 24, 2015. He was born June 12, 1920, in Marshall County to David O. and Amanda (Stutzman) Burkholder. On Oct. 18, 1952 he married Anna “Leota” Eash at Griner Mennonite Church, Middlebury. She died in 2008. He is survived by two sons: Wayne J. (Claris) Burkholder; …read more.

Lorene M. Harman, age 86, of Nappanee, died peacefully at 9:44 p.m. Tuesday, June 23, 2015, at Elkhart Hospice House, after a short illness. She was born Oct. 7, 1928, in Warsaw to George F. and Gladys E. (Kring) Grimm. She married Richard Lee Harman, May 24, 1947. He preceded in death March 18, 2010. Mrs. …read more.

Devon Jay Slabaugh, age 53, New Paris, died at 9:32 p.m. Monday, June 22, 2015, at South Bend Memorial Hospital from injuries received in a Buggy/Truck accident on US 6 east of Nappanee on June 11. He was born Nov. 13, 1961, to Elmer A. and Rosa (Borkholder) Slabaugh. Devon was a lifetime resident of this area. He …read more.

Rebecca D. Turner, age 55, formerly of Bremen and Nappanee, died unexpectedly of natural causes, at 8:55 a.m. Thursday, June 18, 2015, at her residence in Kokomo. She was born Aug. 11, 1959, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Rex and Mattie (Fuggate) Back. Rebecca was a 1978 graduate of Bremen High School. She had worked at K Mart …read more.

Elisabeth Bogucki, 65, of New Paris died unexpectedly Saturday morning, June 20, 2015, at IU Health Goshen Hospital. She was born Nov. 16, 1949, in Trieux, France to Walter and Maryan (Graniczka) Zima. On Jan. 8, 1974 she married Jean-Paul Bogucki in the United States. He survives along with three sons: Michael (Ai) Bogucki, Skokie, Ill.; Bryan …read more.

Alvin R. “Al” Miller, age 82, of Nappanee, died peacefully at his residence, surrounded by his family at 1:53 p.m. Wednesday, June 17, 2015. He was born April 29, 1933, to Ray J. and Edna (Miller) Miller in Nappanee where he lived his lifetime. On Aug. 13, 1960, he married Lydia Diener at North Main …read more.

Robert Eugene Hartman, age 91, of West Palm Beach, Fla., died Friday, June 12, 2015, at Darcy Hall of Life Care in West Palm Beach. He was born Dec. 2, 1923 in Nappanee, to Ralph and Martha (Housour) Hartman. Mr. Hartman moved to West Palm Beach in the 1940’s. He was an Interior Decorator. Surviving …read more.

By VINCE ROBINSON Communications Manager, American Red Cross There are 100 days of summer and the American Red Cross urges eligible donors to choose their day to give blood and help ensure a sufficient blood supply. Summer is a difficult time to collect enough blood to meet patient needs. Nearly 90 percent of donors surveyed …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Library Offers Class on Electronic Cutter The makerspace at the library continues to grow. The latest equipment added to the collection in the cube is a Silhouette Cameo electronic cutter and printer. Coveted by DIY experts and crafters, the Cameo uses small blades to cut designs in a …read more.

The Elkhart County 4-H Fair Home & Family Arts Department offers open class special contests to anyone over the age of 8 years of age in the Michiana area. These special contests are a fun way to show your creativity in cooking, baking and grilling and even win a great prize sponsored by local businesses.

Tony “Scott” Swinehart, 45, New Paris, died 7:03 a.m. Tuesday, June 9, 2015. He was born April 16, 1970, in Goshen, to Tony L. and Connie (Wagner) Swinehart. He married Kelly (Neff) Swinehart on Oct. 29, 1988. Surviving are his wife: Kelly, New Paris; children: T.J. Swinehart; Zackart (Caitlin) Swinehart; and Samantha Swinehart, all of …read more.

Thomas E. “Tom” Mattern, age 85, of Nappanee, died at 3:30 p.m. Monday, June 8, 2015, at Elkhart General Hospital where he been admitted May 29 after a brief illness. He was born Feb. 23, 1930, in St. Joseph County to Charles E. and Ruby (Letherman) Mattern. At the age of 2, the Matterns moved …read more.

The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for southwestern Elkhart and northeastern Marshall counties until 6:30 p.m. tonight, June 8. At 5:55 p.m. a severe thunderstorm was located near Lakeville and moving east at 25 miles per hour. Quarter size hail and 60 mile per hour wind gusts are being indicated by radar. …read more.

Michiana residents are encouraged to participate in the Home and Family Arts Department at the Elkhart County 4‑H Fair. The departments to enter are: culinary arts, which includes baking, cake decorating and food preservation canning and miscellaneous; children’s corner; clothing construction; creative arts; handicrafts; needlework; photography; and quilts: individual and team or group. Special awards …read more.

Thomas B. Pulliam, 74, Nappanee, died at 7:50 a.m. Friday, May 29, 2015, at Elkhart Hospice House after a short illness. He was born June 23, 1940, in Detroit, Mich. to Orville T. and Helen Yettaw Pulliam. Mr. Pulliam had lived in Clearwater, Fla. and moved to Nappanee in 1983. He married Ruth Hochstetler Sept. …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Oral History Program at Heritage House Nappanee residents are invited to attend a new interactive monthly program created by staff of the Evelyn Lehman Culp Heritage Collection. Participants will enjoy a casual time of conversation and reminiscing about memories of Nappanee during “Coffee Break” at Heritage House, …read more.

The Elkhart County 4-H Farm and Garden Tractor clubs held their annual contest on Saturday, May 9, at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds. Winners of each division will be able to advance to the Area X Tractor Driving Career Development event on June 6 in LaPorte County. In the 4-H Garden Tractor Operators contest Kameron …read more.

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

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library The Nappanee Public Library will be closed Sunday, May 24, and Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Nappanee Public Library cardholders with an interest in the maker movement, engineering, drafting, crafting and other techno-creative endeavors, are invited to become certified on the library’s new Makerbot …read more.

Irma Elizabeth Crilow, 98, Wakarusa, formerly of Goshen, died at 10:35 a.m. Friday, May 15, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Wakarusa. She was born Dec. 15, 1916, in Goshen, Elkhart County, to Oscar and Mabel (Martin) Blosser. She married Melvin G. Crilow on Sept. 24, 1938, in Goshen and he died Dec. 18, 2004. Before …read more.

Rain or shine, for the last three years, Millersburg American Legion 484 Legion Riders have raised thousands of dollars to help Special Olympics of Elkhart County participate in swimming and track events. This year’s ride left Millersburg at 11 a.m. and visited the Nappanee Legion, Pie-Eyed Petey’s and Syracuse Legion before returning around 4 p.m. …read more.

Lyle Hochstetler, 22, of Nappanee, died at 1:45 p.m., Monday, May 11, at Elkhart General Hospital Emergency Room. He was born Oct. 23, 1992 in Elkhart to Leroy and Janice (Yoder) Hochstetler. Lyle is survived by his parents: sisters: Brenda (Freeman) Yoder, Hicksville, Ohio; Anita (Marlin) Miller, Nappanee; Dora (Dean) Kauffman, Bourbon, Julie (Special friend …read more.

By SHANE FROST Marketing and Communication, Elkhart County On Wednesday, April 29, Lemonade Day and Junior Achievement Serving Elkhart County hosted a breakfast to honor volunteers, celebrate the organization’s recent successes and shed some light on additional expansion during the school year. The event was held in the Crystal Ballroom at The Lerner Theatre in …read more.

Donald Dean Miller, 76, of Goshen, passed away Friday, May 8, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Wakarusa, where he had been the past week. He was born Sept. 9, 1938 in Nappanee to John K. and Magdelina “Martha” (Miller) Miller. On Aug. 1, 1958 he married Carolyn June Haney in Nappanee. She survives along with a …read more.

By STHELE GREYBAR Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development, Purdue Extension Elkhart County The 4-H Cake Decorating workshops will be held from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Thursday, May 14 and Thursday, June 25 at the Ag Hall Building on the Elkhart County Fairgrounds, Goshen. Members can learn and practice skills needed for their 4-H Cake …read more.

Helen E. “Lee” Yendrocha, 92, of Buffalo Grove, Ill., died at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 30, at the home of her niece in Nappanee. She was born July 9, 1922, in Chicago, to Frank and Theresa (Smrzik) Yendrocha. Miss Yendrocha lived her lifetime in the Chicago area. She had worked at the Wittik Company in …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communications Specialist, Nappanee Public Library National Children’s Book Week National Children’s Book Week will be commemorated by the Nappanee Public Library with fun and prizes for the whole family. Activties, stories and crafts inspired by favorite titles will be held each evening, from 7 p.m. until 8 p.m. Monday, May 4, through …read more.

Evalee Hale, 65, of Pierceton, passed away at 1:47 p.m. Wednesday, April 29, at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. She was born July 23, 1949, in Salyersville, Ky., to James and Arizona (Howard) Mullins. She has been a resident of the Pierceton  and Larwill area since the mid 1960’s and graduated in 1969 from Larwill High …read more.

Emma Marie (Barkman) Yoder, age 87, of LaGrange, passed away at 7:35 a.m. Thursday, April 30, at home. She was born on March 25, 1928 to Samuel and Lena (Plank) Barkman in Hicksville, Ohio. On Oct. 22, 1946 Emma married Jacob J. Yoder. He preceded her in death. She is survived by seven sons: Alvin …read more.

The five inmates from the Elkhart County Correctional Facility, who were taken to Elkhart Hospital Wednesday evening, after having seizures, are now back in the facility. According to Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department Capt. Jeff Siegel, as of 9:30 a.m. today, the inmates were returned to the facility and are being monitored by medical staff at …read more.

By VINCE ROBINSON American Red Cross The American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give blood this May in honor of World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day on May 8, the birthday of International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement founder, Henry Dunant. World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day recognizes the local and …read more.

Annabelle L. Barrick, 91, of Nappanee, died at 3:56 p.m. Sunday, April 26, at IU Health Goshen Hospital of natural causes. She was born Sept. 28, 1923, in Hartford City, to Virgin and Elizabeth (Atkinson) Slain. She moved to Nappanee in 1961 from Benton Harbor. She was a member of the Nappanee United Methodist Church, …read more.

Indiana State Trooper Jim Zeser recently set down his ticket book and took on a different role in an effort to make the streets a little bit safer for the children of Elkhart County. As the school year began last September, Zeser noticed a rise in the number of school bus arm violations that he …read more.

Kenneth V. Emerick, age 99, of South Bend, died peacefully at 5:40 a.m. Friday, April 24, at Hospice House, South Bend, after a short illness. He was born May 8, 1915 in Warsaw to Oscar Ray and Dessie Alice (Linn) Emerick. Mr. Emerick lived most of his life in South Bend. He was a graduate …read more.

Governor Mike Pence will honor seven Indiana companies for longevity and community service today by awarding them the Governor’s Century or Half Century Business Awards during a ceremony at the Indiana Statehouse. “I’m honored to recognize these Hoosier-grown businesses that have created a strong and lasting impact not only on their communities but on the …read more.

The Indiana Supreme Court awarded $242,911 in grant money to benefit 19 counties in support of local family court projects. The grants, ranging between $35,000 to $4,000, were awarded to the following counties: Judge Charles Pratt, Allen County – $35,000 Judge Cynthia Ayers, Marion County – $30,000 Judge Cynthia Ayers, Marion County IV-D Court – …read more.

By MARY ANN LIENHART CROSS County Extension Director, Purdue Extension Elkhart County “Treasure Cookbook Memories” is the theme of the annual Achievement Night for Elkhart County Extension Homemakers according to Mary Ann Lienhart Cross, County Extension Director and Extension Educator in Health and Human Sciences for Elkhart County. The event will be held Monday, April 20, in the Martin and …read more.

By STHELE GREYBAR Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Elkhart County We’re sure everyone is ready for warmer weather, so why not start your Spring off right by ordering geraniums from an Elkhart County 4-H member? 4-H members are currently selling red, white and pink color Pinto variety geraniums in 4″ pots that cost only $1.25. The …read more.