MILFORD — Mitchell Andrew Reynolds, 27, 1217 Magnolia Ave., Elkhart, and Scott Noble, 26, 14290 US 6, Syracuse, have been charged with arson in connection with the July 29 house fire at 109 S. James St., Milford. The fire heavily damaged the residence, which was unoccupied. The home has since been demolished and a vacant …read more.

WINONA LAKE — While the mercury is a degree or two cooler than yesterday, June 30, temperatures around Kosciusko County are still high enough for residents to be in danger of heat-related issues. Temperatures were still in the upper 80s and low 90s mid-way through the afternoon. The forecast calls for the possibility of some …read more.

WARSAW — Due to the extreme heat, the Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department advises that the following programs have been cancelled: Late skate: 8 – 11 p.m. Friday, June 29, at Mantis Skate Park Community paddle boarding and canoeing: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 30, at Pike Lake Beach.   The next community paddle …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Heat preparedness training will become a requirement for all interscholastic and intramural coaches in the state of Indiana as of July 1.

WARSAW — A Syracuse man arrested in February on charges of arson, burglary and theft was sentenced Thursday, April 26, in Kosciusko Superior Court I.  Travys Lee Hise, 20, 10018 N. Mulberry Drive, Syracuse, was found guilty of residential entry, a level 6 felony.  According to the affidavit of probable cause, on Jan. 30, Turkey …read more.

SYRACUSE — A Syracuse teen is facing burglary charges that led to the recent Morrison Island house fire. The house was declared a total loss. Travys Lee Hise, 19, 10018 N. Mulberry Drive, Syracuse, was booked for arson, burglary and theft. On Jan. 30, Turkey Creek Fire Department responded to a house fire belonging to …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 4:55 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16, 10900 block West CR 1000S and South SR 19, Akron. Driver: Brent F. Bowser, 38, West CR 1200S, Akron reported a hit and run accident on South SR 19 Damage up to $500. 3:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 15, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 3:04 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2200 block of SR 14, Silver Lake. A juvenile complaint was investigated. 3:44 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 8, 1600 block of East CR 200N, Warsaw. Officers responded to a reported arson. 9:25 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 5, 100 block of …read more.

SYRACUSE — A man who most recently resided in Syracuse has been arrested for impersonating a law enforcement officer, less than two weeks before sentencing on two other cases. Kimbert Alvin Gregory Crafton, 32, 609 W. Boston St., Syracuse, was arrested Oct. 6 for impersonating a public servant (law enforcement officer), a level 6 felony. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 8:31 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 16, 300 block East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Lucina Marie Clark reported a theft from her vehicle. Value: $300. 7:44 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2200 block East CR 550S, Warsaw. Police responded to a report of the theft of …read more.

VERMILLION COUNTY — Part of the Vermillion County Fairgrounds is destroyed after a large fire Thursday evening.

GATLINBURG, TENN. — Authorities on Wednesday, Dec. 7 charged two juveniles in an East Tennessee wildfire that killed 14 people and destroyed or damaged more than 2,400 buildings in an iconic tourism spot at the foot of the Great Smoky Mountains. Officials offered few other specifics about how they think the two started a fire …read more.

By 1st Sgt. Chad Hill KOSCIUSKO — A Garrett man is behind bars after confessing that he tried to burn-down a Kosciusko County church. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputies responded Sunday, November 13th, to the Harrison Center Church, located at 965 South, County Road 800 West, Etna Green at approximately 8:23 p.m.  Officers met with two …read more.

PLYMOUTH — Raymond Grummell Sr. of South Bend was arrested by Marshall County Sheriff’s Deputies Thursday, Oct. 27, in connection to a vehicle fire Aug. 2. Grummell has been charged with arson.

INDIANAPOLIS — An Indianapolis man reached a plea deal in a case where he set fire to his girlfriend’s house and danced on the roof.

MADISONVILLE, KY. — Police in Kentucky are searching for suspects in an attempted arson gone wrong.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 9:03 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 20, 1500 block East CR 200N, Warsaw. Sally Jo Hobbs reported the theft of curtains, clothing, photographs, medication, area rugs, antiques, furniture, television and other items. Value: $3,505.20. 2:43 p.m. Monday, Jan. 18, 300 block East Levi Lee Road, …read more.

WARSAW — Two counts of arson were filed against Joshua Thomas Hensley, 19, 3100 Frontage Road, Warsaw, Wednesday, Dec. 23, in Kosciusko County Superior Court 3. One count is a level 4 felony and the second count is a level 6 felony. Warsaw Police Officer Lewis Fuller filed the affidavit of probable cause with the …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Dec. 24 Joshua Thomas Hensley, 19, 3100 Frontage Road, Warsaw, arrested for arson. Bond: $15,000 surety, $250 cash. Dennis Paul Steele, 24, 16778 CR 87, Cecil, Ohio, arrested for failure to appear. Bond: $15,000 surety.

WARSAW — A suspect has been arrested by Warsaw Police in connection to two suspicious fires at Valley Forge Apartments, 3100 Frontage Road, Warsaw. Two fires at the complex were reported within less than 24 hours. Joshua Thomas Hensley, 19, 2100 Frontage Road, Warsaw, was arrested at 3:43 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 24, by Warsaw Officer …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 2:40 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, 9200 block North CR 1000W, Nappanee. Ray A. Mast reported the family has not had contact with their son for a couple months. 11:24 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, 200 block West Main Street, Warsaw. Mark G. Sanders reported …read more.

SYRACUSE — A welfare check Sunday, Aug. 30, resulted in an arrest and multiple charges being filed.

Elkhart The following people were arrested and booked in the Elkhart County Detention Facility: Aug. 29 Rafael Bautista, 20, 340 E. Levi Lee Road, Warsaw, no operators, chauffeurs or public passenger license. Bond: $300. Todd Joseph Guiff, 45, 773 N. Chapman Lane, Warsaw, arrested on two counts of driving while suspended with prior and possession …read more.

Extreme heat is on the horizon for Kosciusko County this weekend. The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for Kosciusko and surrounding counties. Today, thunderstorms are possible throughout the day and early tonight. An isolated strong or severe storm is possible along with localized heavy rain this afternoon and evening. This heat …read more.

Authorities are saying two boys are responsible for a fire that seriously damaged a Waterloo playground March 29. The Waterloo Fire Department was called to Francis Thomson Memorial Park around 5 p.m. Sunday, near downtown Waterloo. It took approximately an hour to get the fire under control due to high winds. No one was hurt, …read more.

Glenn C. Linderman, 33, Bourbon, has been arrested on initial charges of dealing methamphetamine, aggravated battery and arson, stemming from a 2011 fire in Plymouth. Plymouth Police Department received additional information on Nov. 5 regarding the house fire and methamphetamine lab discovered at 707 Pearl St., Plymouth, on March 13, 2011. An occupant of the …read more.

By STEPHANIE FAROH Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Kosciusko County Eating healthy during the holidays can be challenging, especially when there are so many wonderful dishes to choose from. However, you do not need to give up your favorite dishes to maintain your health. By following these tips, you can enjoy both the food and your …read more.

Abigail Rinearson Heath, 36, North Manchester, passed away at 12:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, 2013, in her residence. She was born Sept. 11, 1978, in Wabash County, to Don and Kathy (Stieglitz) Rinearson.  She graduated from Manchester High School, North Manchester, in 1997. She graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelors of Science degree in …read more.