If you have a passion for gardening and enjoy teaching others how to grow plants, the Purdue Extension Service has a class for you.

ROSEMONT, Ill. – The Big Ten Conference announced Thursday its plans to reduce its fall sports to conference-only schedules, which includes football.

Although the Kosciusko County Community Fair has been cancelled for 2020, most of the 4-H events will be held as planned.

IRVING, Texas – Over 130 former college football players and coaches are on the ballot for the 2021 National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame

WEST LAFAYETTE – Former Purdue University athletic director Morgan Burke passed away Monday.

Purdue Extension Health & Human Science educators throughout northwest Indiana have partnered to host a series of free Nourish your Body webinars during the month of June. 

SOUTH BEND – Three more Notre Dame players and a local highlighted day three of the NFL Draft.

ROSEMONT, ILL. – The Big Ten Conference today formally announced the formation and membership of its first-ever Task Force for Emerging Infectious Diseases.

INDIANAPOLIS – The NCAA announced Wednesday it will limit attendance to direct team personnel and workers at the upcoming NCAA Division 1 men’s and women’s basketball tournaments.

WARSAW — Purdue Extension Kosciusko County will host a one-day ServSafe food manager class and examination from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. March 11, at the Kosciusko County Justice Building’s video conference room. Do you own a restaurant or work in the food service industry? Indiana law requires that each food service establishment have one …read more.

FORT WAYNE – Drew Brees is the featured speaker at the 2020 Night of Hope event this May.

WHITLEY COUNTY — Purdue Extension — Whitley County will be offering a ServSafe Food Manager certification exam at 9 a.m. Friday, Feb. 21, at the Purdue Extension Office, 424 Branch Court, Columbia City. As of Jan. 1, 2005, all retail food establishments in Indiana must have at least one certified food handler in their employment. …read more.

WARSAW — The Purdue Extension Kosciusko County Office hosts it’s third annual 4-H Open House, Jan 11. Youths in grades K-12 and their families will have the chance to explore the many opportunities offered by the Kosciusko County 4-H Program at the third annual 4-H Open House January 11. The event will take place from …read more.

Football results for Saturday, Nov. 30.

College football scores for Saturday, Nov. 23.

WARSAW – Farmers with forages or feeding hay this winter, are encouraged to join the Kosciusko County Purdue Extension on Thursday, Dec. 12 at 6:30 p.m. to assess the quality of their forages. The Kosciusko County Purdue Extension is located at 202 West Main Street, Warsaw. In 2019, farmers saw less than ideal conditions for …read more.

Football results for Saturday, Nov. 9.

College football results for Saturday, Nov. 2.

Football results for Saturday, Oct. 26.

Football results for Saturday, Oct. 19.

Football results for Saturday, Oct. 12.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Purdue Extension will offer its “Beef 101” class starting Monday, Nov. 4. The first class will serve as an introduction to the beef industry and management principles. During this time, class materials will be distributed and people will begin to develop their network with other class participants, said a news …read more.

Football results for Saturday, Oct. 5.

WARSAW – Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation (KEDCo) recently announced a project involving the Kosciusko County Community Foundation, Purdue Extension, and Grace College to launch an asset mapping project focused on the agricultural sector in Kosciusko County. “We are excited about the opportunities ahead to identify and connect agricultural assets in our community,” said KEDCo CEO …read more.

Football results for Saturday, Sept. 14.

Football results for Saturday, Sept. 7.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Purdue University will unveil and dedicate the Tyler Trent Student Gate at Ross-Ade Stadium on Sept. 7.

Football results for Friday, Aug. 30.

WARSAW — The Master Gardener Program will hold its first fall class meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24. The first class will serve as an introduction. During this program, you can learn all about horticulture, including plant science, plant nutrition, soils, pesticides, insect pests, vegetables, flowers, fruits, lawns and much more. In the first …read more.

By MARY ANN LIENHART CROSS Extension Educator Purdue Extension GOSHEN — As I write this column, the weather has been wet, cold, and windy. I know many of you are finding sponge mushrooms. They are a sure sign of spring and rain. Regardless of the cooler weather, now is the time for fresh local asparagus. I …read more.

KOSCIUSKO —  All youth in grades 3 -6 during the 2018-2019 school year are invited to participate in space-themed “Mission Possible” 4-H Camp at Camp Adventure near North Webster. This is three days and two nights of friends, food and fun with 4-H members from Fulton, Kosciusko and Starke counties. 4-H Camp will be held …read more.

WARSAW —  Do you own a restaurant or work in the food service industry? Indiana law requires that each food service establishment have one certified food handler on staff and this food handler is responsible for all periods of the food establishment’s operation. To help local food service establishments meet this requirement, Purdue Extension Kosciusko …read more.

  LEESBURG — A look at the Kosciusko Work Ethic program and INwork were among the highlights of the annual Kosciusko County Purdue Extension annual meeting Monday, March 4. The work ethic program, offered by Warsaw Area Career Center and INwork, offered through Purdue Extension, work in conjunction with each other. There are currently 44 students …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Are you interested in raising livestock or poultry on any scale, from small scale to 4-H to large production? If your answer is yes or maybe you are still considering the option, then Livestock and Poultry 101: A Beginner’s Guide is the program designed just for you. It is being offered on Mondays, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Mental Health First Aid will be offered in Kosciusko County at the Farm Bureau Insurance Building from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, March 14. This groundbreaking eight-hour training course gives people the tools to identify when someone might be struggling with a mental health or substance use problem and to connect them …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Are you interested in starting to raise beef animals or increase your knowledge of beef production processes? If so, then the Beef 101 program is for you. During this program, you can learn all about management, nutrition, pasture management, hay quality, fencing, genetics, herd health, handling facilities, marketing and reproduction. This winter, the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Are you ready to get moving, improve your health and enjoy life more? Get Walkin’ is a free e-mail based walking program being offered through Purdue Extension in Kosciusko County. Participants can sign up, walk on their own and receive e-mailed support and information. It is designed to encourage individuals to learn more …read more.

WARSAW — As the leading cause of death for all Americans, heart disease claims 600,000 lives annually. It is understandably frightening to be at risk for heart disease. Purdue Extension’s “Be Heart Smart” program can help you fight this disease by gaining the necessary knowledge to make heart-smart choices. Purdue Extension’s “Be Heart Smart” program …read more.

WARSAW – Tyler Trent continues to inspire after his passing.

KOSCIUSKO — The Master Gardener program is one way that the Purdue Extension puts knowledge to work and helps people grow throughout Indiana. The program helps gardeners grow by providing them with intensive training in horticultural principles. Participants, in turn, share their knowledge by providing volunteer leadership and service to their communities. This fall, 13 …read more.

Football results for Saturday, Nov. 10.

College football results for Saturday, Nov. 3.

Football results for Saturday, Oct. 27.

SOUTH BEND – A host of former Northern Lakes Conference swimmers returned to northern Indiana as Boilers Friday afternoon.

WARSAW — Local youth in grades 7-12 will have an opportunity to landscape a portion of the Kosciusko County fairgrounds with their own design in the new Kosciusko County 4-H Landscape Challenge.  In this series of workshops, youth will work in teams to learn design elements, budgeting, software and more pertaining to landscaping, and the …read more.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Purdue swept the Big Ten weekly football awards, and also got a pair of national awards in the wake of its upset of Ohio State.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Purdue upset previously unbeaten and No. 2 Ohio State, 49-20, Saturday night at Ross-Ade Stadium.

Football results for Saturday, Oct. 13.

LINCOLN, Neb. – Purdue’s 42-28 win at Nebraska sent the Huskers to its eighth straight loss.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Purdue earned its first win in style, throttling No. 23 Boston College 30-13.

WEST LAFAYETTE – For the second week in a row, Purdue lost by a field goal in the final minute, this time to Missouri Saturday night.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Purdue will begin a home-and-home series with Syracuse in 2022.

WEST LAFAYETTE – A last-second field goal sent Eastern Michigan to a 20-19 win at Purdue.

Northwestern withstood Purdue to win, 31-27, Thursday night in the season opener.

WARSAW — Youth in grades 3 through 8 will have the opportunity to learn about nutrition, budgeting, safe food preparation and teamwork next month thanks to Purdue Extension’s Indyouth Food Challenge. Participants will put their problem-solving skills to the test and compete in groups of three to five youth during a county “qualifier” on Monday, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Looking for something interesting and exciting to do this fall on Tuesday evenings? Do you enjoy working in the garden? Enjoy volunteering? Do you want to help teach others about horticulture and grow beautiful gardens and plants? If so, then the Master Gardener program is for you. During this program, you can learn …read more.

WARSAW — If you are planning to be at the Kosciusko County Community and 4-H Fair, then make plans to participate in barn chats at the dairy barn July 8 through the 11. 4-H members will be meeting with fairgoers to share with them information on the dairy, dairy calf feeder steer and dairy steer …read more.

ROCHESTER – Tippecanoe Valley graduate and former Purdue pitching ace Tanner Andrews was drafted by the Miami Marlins Tuesday.

IRVING, TX – The National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame announced today the names on the 2019 ballot for induction into the College Football Hall of Fame.

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – The Purdue baseball team saw its stellar season come to an end in the NCAA Regional Sunday.

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – The Purdue baseball team remained alive in the NCAA Tournament with a win Saturday.

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – The Purdue baseball team dropped a 9-1 final to Houston in the NCAA Tournament Friday night.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Purdue ace and former Tippecanoe Valley High School star Tanner Andrews is ready to lead the Boilers into the NCAA Baseball Tournament.

WEST LAFAYETTE – The Purdue baseball team and former Tippecanoe Valley star Tanner Andrews is headed for the NCAA Tournament.

OMAHA – Former Tippecanoe Valley star Tanner Andrews helped Purdue finish second in the Big 10 Tournament Sunday.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Former Tippecanoe Valley star Tanner Andrews was superb in pitching Purdue past No. 17 Michigan Thursday.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Former Tippecanoe Valley star Tanner Andrews has overcome much to become the ace of the Purdue pitching staff.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Purdue football head coach Jeff Brohm was given a contract extension through 2024.

WARSAW — Purdue Extension health and wellness educators presented the ‘Hidden in Plain Sight’ program yesterday, April 24, at the Kosciusko County Purdue Extension office. Jackie Franks, Kosciusko County HHS extension educator, and Allison Goshorn, LaPorte County HHS extension educator, hosted the presentation. They discussed how youth will hide items in their rooms that, upon …read more.

Guest Author Kelly L. Heckaman, Extension Educator KOSCIUSKO — How can you tell if he is still ready for the breeding season? One sure fire way to find out is to bring your bull to the 22nd annual Reproductive Soundness Exam clinic starting at 8 a.m. Saturday, April 7. The Kosciusko County Cattlemen’s Association will …read more.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Former Tippecanoe Valley three-sport star Tanner Andrews has come a long way as a pitcher at Purdue.

DETROIT – Purdue held off Butler, 76-73, to advance to the NCAA Sweet 16.

By Kelly Heckaman, Purdue Extension Have you ever wondered how to attract bees to your garden, why your hydrangeas won’t bloom, how to have the most beautiful spring bulbs, or how do I prune this shrub? Well, these are just a few of the topics being offered at the annual Gardening Away the Winter Blues series …read more.

WARSAW — Firefighters are in a profession to help others. They are trained to fight fires, conduct rescues, provide medical assistance and save lives when necessary. But they often forget about their own health. The latest statistics show 47 percent of the deaths of firefighters in the line of duty are cardiac related. Warsaw-Wayne Township …read more.

SANTA CLARA, Calif. – Purdue rallied for a 38-35 victory over Arizona in the Foster Farms Bowl on Wednesday night.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Purdue has added series with Oregon State and Indiana State, along with a home date against Air Force on its upcoming schedules.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Purdue draws Arizona in the Foster Farms Bowl on Dec. 27.

By Milford Public Library Staff See a Live Reindeer Come see a live reindeer and other winter animals from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 14, at the Milford Community Building. Those attending the program will have a chance to take a photo with the reindeer. This event is free. Knitting Club Knit and …read more.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Purdue running back Markell Jones was named Co-Offensive Player of the Week after his huge game against Indiana.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Purdue took control of the Old Oaken Bucket after a 31-24 win over Indiana.

WARSAW — Local youth will now have the opportunity to learn about the farm, the fork and everything that happens in between. Youth will not only learn about where their food comes from, they will also learn how to prepare it properly through the new Young Chefs program and Farm to Table cook-off. Participants will …read more.

IOWA CITY, IOWA – Purdue picked up a huge conference road win over Iowa 24-15 Saturday.

EVANSTON, ILL. – Purdue dropped a 23-13 final at Northwestern Saturday night.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Purdue beat Illinois 29-10 Saturday afternoon, but lost quarterback David Blough to a broken leg.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Stanley Morgan Jr. caught a touchdown inside the final minute to give Nebraska a stunning 25-24 win at Purdue Saturday night.

PISCATAWAY, N.J. – Purdue suffered an embarrassing 14-12 loss at Rutgers Saturday afternoon.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Purdue and Northwestern will open the 2018 football season on Thursday, Aug. 30.

MADISON, Wis. – A late interception crushed Purdue’s upset attempt at Wisconsin in a 17-9 loss Saturday afternoon.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Purdue weathered a nasty storm and Minnesota for a 31-17 Big Ten win Saturday evening.

Joe Tiller, the winningest coach in Purdue football history, passed way Saturday morning.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Michigan outscored Purdue 21-0 in the second half to down the Boilers 28-10 Saturday evening.

COLUMBIA, Mo. – Purdue dominated at Missouri in a 35-3 romp Saturday afternoon.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Purdue defeated Ohio 44-21 in a rare Friday night matchup under the lights at Ross-Ade Stadium.

INDIANAPOLIS – Lamar Jackson and No. 16 Louisville escaped an upset bid by Purdue, 35-28, Saturday night at Lucas Oil Stadium.

INDIANAPOLIS – The IHSAA announced today that the Softball State Finals will be played at Purdue next Spring.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Purdue and Notre Dame have added two more games to its football series.

WEST LAFAYETTE- The Purdue men’s basketball team will play two exhibition games in August in preparation to compete in the World University Games.

ROSEMONT, Ill. – Four athletes from Indiana and Purdue were chosen among the Big Ten’s 2017 Medal of Honor.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Former Elkhart Central and Penn volleyball star Annie Drews has been selected to play for the USA team in the Pan Am Cup.

WARSAW – Purdue guard P.J. Thompson was well received as the guest speaker Thursday at the WCHS boys basketball summer camp.