KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Rezoning land, honoring a communication director and a vacation cleanup all dominated what was a fairly eventful Kosciusko County commissioner’s meeting.

Eleanor Jane Weyand, 80, of North Webster, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015, at her home. She was born on March 20, 1935, in Kokomo, to Arthur L. and Genevieve E. (Elvin) Miller. She graduated in 1953 from Kokomo High School, 1957, from Purdue University in West Lafayette, and received her Master’s Degree from …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Spend an evening hobnobbing with Boston socialites during the library’s “Dazzled to Death” Murder Mystery Dinner at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10.

Melvin L. “Ledru” Gray, 92 passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015, at his home, on the ancestral Mock farm near North Webster. He was born at home on March 20, 1923, in Pierceton, (near Ridinger Lake) to Lester John Newton and Hazel Mildred (Mock) Gray, who were descendants of two …read more.

North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following accident: 2:48 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20, SR 13N and Washington Street, North Webster. Drivers: Tammy L. Cartwright, 47, Michigan Street, Wabash, and Ashlei L. Calhoun, 27, North Turkey Creek Road, Syracuse. Cartwright’s vehicle struck the back of the Calhoun vehicle. Damage up to …read more.

LEESBURG — One person has been treated and released, while another person has been transported by North Webster EMS to Kosciusko Community Hospital. North Webster EMS and North Webster Fire, along with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded to the car vs. pole accident. The accident is on CR 450N at Third Way, Leesburg.

Melvin L. “Ledru” Gray, 92 passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015 at his home, on the ancestral Mock farm near North Webster. He was born at home on March 20, 1923 in Pierceton (near Ridinger Lake), to Lester John Newton and Hazel Mildred (Mock) Gray, who were descendants of two …read more.

Olivia S. Ramirez, 67, of North Webster, passed away at 8:21 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, 2015 at her home. She was born on Sept. 15, 1948 in Brownfield, Tex., to Jesus & Julia (Garcia) Salazar. She grew up in Texas and attended public schools in Brownfield. She was married April 1967 in Altus, Okla., to …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster and the surrounding area will be featured on the “Our Town” series on South Bend’s PBS TV station WNIT. The show will air from 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21, on channel 34.

NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster Chamber of Commerce is looking for local service clubs and businesses to participate in the Heart of the Harvest Fall Obstacle Course. The free event is set for 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Mermaid Festival grounds during the annual Heart of the Harvest Festival. Teams of four will …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Dennis and Julie Dubois are welcoming anyone to come out to the Overcomer Revival next weekend, Sept. 24-26. The event will be held at CR 7255 E. 800N, North Webster.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 3:27 a.m. Friday, Sept. 18, West CR 300S, west of South SR 15, Warsaw. Driver unknown. Police report a 2002 Saturn, registered to Maria C. Telles De Rodriguez, was southbound on SR 15 when it went off the road and hit a utility …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filing Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Stephen and Rebecca Davis v. Bill Barley, Leesburg, $996.41 Carrie Connor, Leesburg, $996.41 Colliers Heating and Air Conditioning v. Karri Bloom, Syracuse, $179 Kay Farrar, Warsaw, $180.50 …read more.

Bethany Ducheteau, 16, North Webster, passed away at her home on Sept. 15, 2015. She was born on Jan. 3, 1999, at the Fort Sill Army Hospital in Lawton, Okla. to James and Kelly (Clark) Ducheteau. She was a Junior at Wawasee High School. Bethany is survived by her parents: Kelly Ducheteau, North Webster; and …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The Dixie Sternwheeler, touted as Indiana’s oldest stern wheel paddle boat, has received high reviews this summer from riders. An email from Robert “Cap’N Bob” Barnes urges Dixie fans to visit Tripadvisor and read for themselves the comments riders have left. “It’ll make you proud of what you do to keep the magic and …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library NORTH WEBSTER — Do you have unwanted household goods you would like to get rid of? Are you looking for some great bargains? Then participate in the Friends of the Library’s Swap Till You Drop event and help out needy children in the process. Here’s …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department and coroner’s office are investigating the death of a 16-year-old female from North Webster.

North Webster will be featured on the “Our Town” series on South Bend’s PBS TV station WNIT. The show will air from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21, on channel 34.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Community Public Library held its ninth annual Cemetery Walk Sunday afternoon, Sept. 13.
The community could attend this free event at the library from 1 to 3 p.m., with tours leaving every 15 minutes.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 7:36 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 13, South CR 600E and South SR 13, Pierceton. Driver: Louis D. Reimer, 58, South CR 600E, Pierceton. Hit deer. Damage up to $1,000. 2:09 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, SR 15, north of Plum Street, Leesburg, Driver: Zachary A. …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Boomerang Backpacks program has stayed plenty productive since Kellie Newcomer took over as the new program coordinator in the early summer months. Wawasee High School students take part in the program each week by helping fill bags with food and get them ready to send home with low-income elementary students.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 12:21 a.m. Friday, Sept. 11, North Old 15, south of East 900N, Milford. Driver: Ashton R. Wharton, 25, Lura Circle, Milford. Passenger Jason D. Huston, 34, Brookside Manor, Goshen, suffered minor bleeding to the face and was transported to KCH. Wharton was arrested …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster Library’s Local History and Genealogy Center will host its Ninth Annual North Webster Cemetery Walk 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13. The library will conduct guided walking tours through the nearby cemetery where costumed enactors will portray individuals buried there. …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Following a watercraft accident that occurred at approximately 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 5, one man has tragically succumbed to his injuries. According to a press release issued by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources law enforcement division, witnesses stated Jeffery Melvin, 53, Columbia City, was operating a personal watercraft on Lake Webster …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filing Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Communitywide Federal Credit Union v. Brenda L. and David A. Alderfer, Mentone, $5,913.64 Danay Bowyer, Mentone, $5,090.51 Snow and Sauerteig v. Kevin D. Banghart, Claypool, $1,560.51 Linda …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 4:39 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, East US 30 east of East CR 200N, Warsaw. Drivers: Bradley R. Slone, 28, North Webster, and Andy A. Lopresto, 41, Reading, Mich. Slone became distracted and his vehicle rear-ended Lopresto’s semi-truck. Slone had lacerations to the head …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 12:27 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, North CR 850E, north of East CR 400N, North Webster. Driver: Laura A. Meinert-Bidle, 42, North Webster. Meinert-Bidle complained of pain to the head. She was transported to Kosciusko Community Hospital. Meinert-Bidle’s vehicle went off the road causing her to …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 5:42 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 6, North SR 13 and East CR 200N, Pierceton. Drivers: Justin S. Smith, 29, Pierceton, and Peggy A. Gerkin, 71, Leesburg. Gerkin complained of pain to the left side and suffered a laceration to her left arm. She was …read more.

Inez B. Caywood, 89, of Syracuse, passed away at 12:28 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 6, 2015 at I.U. Goshen Hospital in Goshen. She was born on Feb. 19, 1926, in Churubusco, to Edward E. & Mabel Ann (Geiger) Gordon. On Jan. 20, 1945, in Warsaw, she married Roy O. Caywood Jr. who survives. She lived most …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Lakeland Regional Sewer District met for its regular monthly meeting at the North Webster Community Center Thursday evening, Sept. 3. The board opened the meeting with the opportunity for public questions, but quickly ended that after none of the public present offered thoughts.

Phil Metcalf, North Webster, is among five individuals named to the First AdvandED Global Council. AdvancED is pleased to announce the first inaugural AdvancED Global Council, a five-member group that governs AdvancED schools in the following regions of the world: Asia/Australia, Eurasia and Middle East/Africa. This new council consists of a cadre of men and …read more.

Koscisuko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filing Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Snow and Sauerteig v. Luisa Adame, Warsaw, $672.81 Dudley O. Allen, Warsaw, $3,305.56 Linda Compagnari, Silver Lake, $1,299.34 Michael Compton, Warsaw, $1,316.25 Susan T. DeCamp, Warsaw, $5,700.20 …read more.

Leesburg Pie Eyed Petey’s Karaoke, 8 p.m. to midnight Friday, Sept. 4. Classic Voice, 8 p.m. to midnight Friday, Sept. 5. Short Term Memories, 7-11 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 6. Milford Lizard’s Bar and Grill Karaoke with trivia, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3. Karaoke with Chris Cage, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday, Sept. 4. North …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 4:28 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1, Hepler Drive, south of Crescent Drive, Warsaw. Driver: Heath W. Cripe, 37, Warsaw. Cripe stated he was not paying attention while driving and his vehicle drifted into a parked vehicle registered to Max E. Julian, Warsaw. Damage up …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 6:58 p.m. Monday, Aug. 31, 12100 block North East Wawasee Drive, and Morris Road, Syracuse. Police received a report of a hit and run crash. 3:44 p.m. Monday, 900 block North Old Orchard Drive, Warsaw. Tara M. Akers reported the fraudulent use of …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library Now that the kids are back in school, moms can enjoy a little “me” time at the library during Crafts and Chat 1:30-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9. This is a new monthly program that provides women the opportunity to visit with each other while working …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Susan Todd, organizer of Saturday night’s fundraising event for Syracuse-Wawasee Trails at North Webster Community Center gym, took the old saying, “The show must go on”, to heart when she was informed the headliners’, The Gatlins, cancellation. Darryl Gatlin, the country half of the country/opera duo originally scheduled to perform, had been …read more.

SYRACUSE – The Wawasee Gymnastics Club will be holding fall tumbling and skills classes in four communities starting Sept. 14.

NORTH WEBSTER — A driver was taken to Kosciusko Community Hospital after she swerved her vehicle to miss a dump truck Thursday, Aug. 20. The accident was at 3:57 p.m. on East CR 800N, east of North CR 400E, North Webster.

Tammy L. Martin, 40, North Webster, passed away at 7:45 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, 2015, at IU Goshen Hospital, Goshen. She was born Sept. 3, 1974, in Frankfort, Mich., to Kathleen “Pat” (Weaver) Turner. She attended Triton High School in Bourbon, graduated in 1993 from Wawasee High School in Syracuse, and lived most of her …read more.

Jeffrey D. ‘Jeff’ Smith, 56, North Webster, passed away at 6:48 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at Parkview Regional Hospital, Fort Wayne, following a motorcycle accident in Elkhart County. He was born Feb. 16, 1959, in Anderson, to Henry D. and Barbara Ellen (McCarty) Smith. He graduated in 1977 from Madison Heights High School in Anderson, …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library Looking for a fun after school activity for the kids? Bring them to Crafts and Stories every Tuesday after school from 4-5 p.m. starting Tuesday, Sept. 1. The kids make crafts while listening to staff read stories. It was such a popular program last school …read more.

North Webster Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 2:43 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, South Main Street and East Effie Mae Street, North Webster. Drivers: Sarah E. Seely, 43, West Branning Avenue, Fort Wayne, and Debra L. Johnson, 52, East McKenna Road, Warsaw. Seely’s vehicle struck the back of the Johnson …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filing Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Mark Alspaugh, Warsaw, $4,813.22 Karen Barnes, Warsaw, $874.15 Gladys Barrerarios, Warsaw, $4,398.01 Margaret M. Bean, Warsaw, $2,515.91 Debora Bolen, North Manchester, $1,661.54 Emerson …read more.

Updentity, a digital marketing firm located in North Webster announced the launch of its annual Bashpole Grant, a grant program for 501(c)(3) charities for non-profit promotion, valued at up to $366,000 in the aggregate.

Robert “Bob” Thompson, 68, of North Webster, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2015, at the IU Health Goshen Hospital. He was born on Feb.  21, 1947, in Paulding, Ohio, to Carl & Dorothy (Sutton) Thompson.  He married Pat Sams in June of 1970, she survives.  He lived in Syracuse for 45 years before moving to North …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Two students on a Wawasee Community School Corporation bus suffered minor injuries Wednesday morning, Aug. 12, after the bus they were riding was struck by another motorist. The accident was at 7:58 p.m. at North CR 500E and East CR 650N, North Webster.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 8:48 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, EMS T34 Lane, Warsaw. Driver: John D. Wright, 44, 106 N. Main St., Milford. Wright suffered minor bleeding to the head and was taken to Kosciusko Community Hospital. Wright was northbound on his motorcycle when his phone rang, …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library NORTH WEBSTER — Mark your calendars and save the date for the North Webster Cemetery Walk from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13. The North Webster Library will conduct guided walking tours through the nearby North Webster Cemetery. Costumed enactors will be stationed throughout the cemetery …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 10:59 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, East Mock Road and North 200E, Milford. Driver: Emily D. Christian, 37, North Grove Road, Milford. Christian lost control of her vehicle after hitting a deer and ran her car into a tree. Damage up to $2,500. 6:03 …read more.

Milford Lizard’s Bar and Grill Chris Cage Karaoke, 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14 Chris Cage Karaoke and DJ, 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15 North Webster The Dixie Boat Cap’n Bob, 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, Sunset and moonlight cruise Pierceton The Post Gunslinger, 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 14, and Saturday, Aug. 15. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 9:33 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13, East CR 500N, west of EMS T7 Lane, North Webster. James R. Marsillett, 41, East CR 500N, North Webster. Deer hit vehicle. Damage up to $5,000.

NORTH WEBSTER — Darryl and Andrea Gatlin are returning to North Webster for repeat performance to raise funds for the Syracuse-Wawasee Trails. The duo will be at the North Webster Community Center’s gym Saturday, Aug. 29. The evening will begin with cocktails from 5-6 p.m. with dinner at 6 p.m. The Gatlin Show will begin …read more.

By SGT. TRENT SMITH Public Information Officer, Indiana State Police Bremen Post KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — A two-week investigation by the Indiana State Police, with the assistance of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, Warsaw Police Department, Winona Lake Police Department and the North Webster Police Department, culminated with the arrest of three North Webster residents. State …read more.

Kosciusko County Court New Filings Kosciusko County Court Judgments Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Kehler Law Firm v. Vickie S. Bradley, Mentone, $1,085.49 Pierceton Elementary v. Ryan Caudill, Warsaw, $734 Communitywide Federal Credit Union v. Ann L. Cooper, Wabash, $3,084.20 Deborah …read more.

Milford Officers from the Milford Police Department investigated the following accidents: 6:43 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7, West Catherine Street and North Maple Street, Milford. Driver: Michelle J. Sinclair, 44, Catherine Street, Milford. Sinclair reported memory loss and does not recall hitting a sign. Her vehicle sustained rear-end damage. Sinclair did not report the accident. Damage …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 10:07 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11, at the intersection of West 700S and South 450W, Claypool. Driver: Russell W. Brown, 57, West 950S, Akron. Brown was westbound when he hit a deer. Damage up to $2,500. 6:55 p.m. Monday, Aug. 10, at the intersection …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The Lakeland Regional Sewer District Board meeting Thursday, Aug. 6, was largely spent ironing out wrinkles in its billing process. Jennifer Ransbottom of Jones Petrie Rafinski Corporation, the firm handling LRSD billing, was on hand to assist with what Treasurer Mike DeWald called, “the new world that we live in.” Ransbottom reported …read more.

Milford Lizard’s Bar and Grill Chris Cage Karaoke, 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7 DJ dance party, 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8 North Webster The Dixie Boat Cap’n Bob, noon, Saturday, April 8. This will be the American Legion Post 253’s Kay’s Cruise for Cancer. A pontoon flotilla will follow and proceeds will go to cancer …read more.

Koscisuko 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. Vickie L. Adams, Warsaw, $1,796.06 Angelica M. Garcia, Cromwell, $1,075.47 Joel L. McNicholas, Warsaw, $1,095.55 Amy Meade, Mentone, $916.74 David L. Robbins, Warsaw, …read more.

Citizens of North Webster will not be choosing a town clerk-treasurer or council members in November. Because only one candidate will be running for each office, the Kosciusko County Clerk has decreed no election will need to be held according to Indiana law and the deadline for filing for office has past.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Library North Webster Public Library news and events this week: Keep your mind and body fit by learning T’ai Chi. Leah Gamble will be teaching an eight-week course in this ancient Chinese tradition that uses slow, flowing movements and precise breathing to strengthen the body and mind. …read more.

Milford Lizard’s Bar and Grill •Chris Cage Karaoke, 10 p.m. Friday, July 31 •He Said, She Said, 10 p.m. Saturday, July 31 North Webster The Dixie Boat Cap’n Bob, 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, sunset and moonlight cruises Pierceton The Post Moonshine Alibi, 9:30 p.m. Friday, July 31; country rock music Syracuse The Frog Tavern …read more.

Kosciusko County Judgments Kosciusko County New Filings Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Amy L. Adams, Warsaw, $4,883.95 Traci Ayala, Warsaw, $2,255.86 Kyle D. Banghart, Claypool, $1,495.16 Debra A. Bartles, North Webster, $3,461.43 Darrell L. Bender, Milford, $2,478.59 …read more.

Jeffrey Scott Kawsh, 50, of North Webster, passed away Monday, July 27, 2015, in Lexington, Tenn. from injuries suffered in a vehicle/pedestrian accident. He was born on May 6, 1965, in Chicago, to Frank T. & Priscilla J. (Peshek) Kawsh. He grew up in Chicago and attended Foreman High School in Chicago and is a …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Boaters rejoice, the temporary speed restriction on Tippecanoe and Barbee Lakes has been rescinded. Recently, Indiana Conservation Officers announced the temporary restriction for motorboats to idle speed on Lake Tippecanoe chain of lakes, Lake Wawasee and Barbee Lakes. Though restrictions have been lifted for Tippecanoe and Barbee lakes, Lake Wawasee is still under …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A North Webster woman was arrested on Saturday, July 25, after allegedly committing welfare fraud that amounted to over $50,000 of wrongfully obtained assistance from the government.

NORTH WEBSTER — Hot temperatures and crowded sidewalks were the most common elements during this year’s Dixie Day. The festival celebrated its seventh year taking place on Saturday, July 25. The festival officially started at 8 a.m. with the Dixie Run. The 5K walk/run started at the North Webster Community Center. The race ended at …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library North Webster Public Library news and events this week: Though we often fear the sting of a bee, these hard-working creatures are responsible for pollinating 80 percent of flowering crops in the United States, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. That’s about one-third of …read more.

  The Lakeland Eagles Club of Syracuse concluded their 2015 People Helping People philanthropy campaign with a celebration and presentation of checks on Saturday evening. During the campaign, the Eagles raised $16,586 through a variety of fundraisers, including the Bullet Bob Niles golf outing held earlier this year at South Shore Golf Club. Of the …read more.

Despite early forecasts of potential rain in the North Webster area on Saturday afternoon, the weather was ideal for the annual LIttle Tippy Cottage Tour, hosted by the Tippecanoe Watershed Foundation.

Kosciusko County Court New Filings 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. Jerry R. Almy, North Webster, $1,630.69 Tina L. Bauer, Winona Lake, $1,264.23 Jason L. Forschner, Warsaw, $5,850.31 Ryan M. Gross, Warsaw, $3,279.52 Dianna …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department is urging caution when traveling on SR 13, north of Old Road 30. There are 20 buffalo near the roadway. According to information received police are trying to herd them towards the Barbee Buffalo Ranch. The area has been blocked off in the Barbee area during the herding …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 5:20 a.m. Monday, July 20, East CR 400N, west of EMS B4 Lane, Leesburg. Driver: Earl F. Jacquay, 30, East CR 350S, Pierceton. Jacquay swerved his vehicle to miss a deer, hitting a pole. Damage up to $10,000. 10:33 p.m. Sunday, July 19, …read more.

The weather wasn’t cooperative this year for the Dixie Boat’s birthday celebrations. On Saturday, July 18, the Dixie had plans to celebrate her birthday by doing what she does best, providing historic cruises on Webster Lake.

Donna J. Bradburn, 85, of Fort Wayne, formerly of North Webster, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2015, at the Parkview Regional Medical Center. She was born on Sept. 16, 1929 in Henry County, to Roy and Della (Cross) Sells. On Oct. 21, 1946, in Muncie, she married Charles Bradburn who preceded her in 1999. She moved to …read more.

By TERRI RITTER North Webster Public Library NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Public Library news and events this week: The North Webster Library’s Summer Reading Program is wrapping up with 380 children and teens having read over 3,000 hours so far. The last day to earn prizes is Saturday, July 25, so be sure the …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Tippecanoe Watershed Foundation continues to report accounts of rising water in the North Webster area.

Kosciusko County Court New Filings Kosciusko County Court Judgments Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Rockhill Pinnick v. Phillip M. Armie, Warsaw, $3,965.12 Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Kenneth J. Brown, Warsaw, $2,393.15 Tana M. Elliott, Etna Green, $739.09 Vanessa R. Holloway, Leesburg, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 1:20 a.m. Thursday, July 16, South Main Street, North Webster. Driver: Kreg A. Kuhn, 26, South CR 600W, Claypool. Kuhn, a Kosciusko County Sheriff’s officer, was responding to a call of a foot pursuit by North Webster Police. While entering the driveway at …read more.

The Dog House owners Ashley and Michael Mettham have opened a new facility south of North Webster that will accommodate their growing list of clientele. In 2011 the Leesburg couple opened The Dog House with the goal to provide North Webster and the surrounding area with a full service pet facility. During the last four …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The annual Tippecanoe Cottage Tour, hosted by the Tippecanoe Watershed Foundation, will be held July 25 on Little Tippy Lake. The tour will feature five to six cottages that many have admired while cruising the lake, as well as a special tour of Camp Crosley’s new Whoa-zone Water Park. The tour will …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — In an unexpected turn of events, the recent process of approving bids for a North Webster property was scrapped after an investigation into the property revealed the county may not have rights to it. In a meeting set to accept a bid for the property, located at 89931 East Epworth Forest Road, County …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 3:30 a.m. Monday, July 13, East CR 450N and North CR 475E, Leesburg. Driver: Michelle E. Polston,  47, Nancy Street, Warsaw. Hit deer. Damage up to $5,000. 9:32 a.m. Friday, July 10, North SR 15 and West Clearwater Drive, Warsaw. Drivers: Alicia M. …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Main on Main Improv Troupe will return to The River Coffee House, 611 S. Main St., North Webster, at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 16, for a free evening of improvised comedy created on the spot. Main on Main performs comedic “games” and scenes based on audience suggestions. They rely on the audience …read more.

Learn where to sign up for Romp and Roll classes at the North Webster Community Center

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 11:01 a.m. Saturday, July 11, North CR 300E and East CR 1100N, Leesburg. Drivers: Robert L. Tusing, 68, East CR 700N, Leesburg, and Sheila J. McGee, 44, EMS D8 Lane, Syracuse. Tusing failed to see the McGee vehicle due to a hill crest, …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Public Library NORTH WEBSTER — Experience the magic of reading when magician Jim Merrills performs at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 22. Merrills will dazzle and amaze the audience with magic tricks as he challenges children to catch the magic of reading in a fun, interactive show the whole …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 5:50 a.m. Friday, July 10, East CR 700N and N. CR 200E, Leesburg. Drivers: Javier S. Torres, 53, Ballycastle Place, Fort Wayne, and Ginger M. Steen, 49, EMS D18B Lane, Syracuse. Torres was northbound on CR 200E and, after stopping at the intersection, …read more.

  NORTH WEBSTER — As someone who blogs a lot about beach bars, frequenting establishments that offer waterfront dining is a priority. It’s a pleasant and welcome surprise, then, when I stumble upon a lakefront restaurant that not only offers a waterfront experience (in this case, you’re actually out over the water) but also includes …read more.

John William “Jack” Jacobs, 88, of North Webster passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2015, at his home. He was born on May 8, 1927, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Walter R. and Bertha E. (Montgomery) Jacobs. He attended Alexandria High School, Indiana University and was a United States Navy Veteran. On April 7, 1949 in …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 2:05 p.m. Thursday, July 9, South SR 19, south of West CR 100S, Mentone. Driver: Brittney Stump, 27, North Franklin Street, Mentone. Stump lost control of her vehicle, went off the road and struck an REMC pole. Damage up to $10,000. 3:04 a.m. …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The driver and three passengers on a golf cart were injured in an accident at 7:39 p.m. Sunday, July 5, on North Kalorama Road, south of EMS T37 Lane. Elizabeth A. McClain, 61, Aboite Center Road, Fort Wayne, driver of the golf cart, told police she was traveling south on Kalorama Road …read more.

John W. “Jack” Jacobs, 88, of North Webster, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2015, at his home. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family funeral Home, North Webster.

Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Guy, Benjamin, and Elise v. Eric Miller, Warsaw, $550.40 Civil Collections The following civil collections have been awarded in Kosciusko County Courts: Unifund CCR v. Michael R. Alspaugh, Warsaw, $8,601.64 Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Sue E. …read more.

  In Chicago author Richard Rose’s novel, “The Lazarus Conspiracies,” murder, mystery and one man’s quest for justice all lead back to one location: North Webster. Now, the Hoosier-born Rose has begun a sequel, which will be set almost entirely in the local area. In “The Lazarus Conspiracies,” Rose, tells of a Chicago police officer …read more.

By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Community Public Library Have fun learning to paint at the library’s Coffee and Canvas event 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 Tuesday, July 14. Folk artist Karla Hayden, owner of The Happy Paint Brush, will show participants step-by-step how to paint a lake scene. No artistic ability is needed, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 11:55 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, South CR 400E, south of East CR 700S, Warsaw. Driver: Todd L. Cornett, 51, South CR 400E, Warsaw. Cornett’s vehicle struck a racoon. Damage up to $5,000. 5:56 a.m. Tuesday, July 7, West CR 1250N, west of North …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 4:52 a.m. Sunday, West CR 600N, Leesburg. Driver: David M. Gregory, 38, EMS D22 Lane, Syracuse. Gregory, with passenger, Shyloh J. Hoy, 34, East Prairie Street, Leesburg, was driving a 2014 Polaris Ranger ATV off-road through tall grass on the upper levels of …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 11:40 a.m. Saturday, July 4, East Old Road 30 and South CR 600E, Warsaw. Drivers: Brianne L. Willis, 18, North CR 850E, Leesburg, and David L. Watkins, 28, Wooster Road, Winona Lake. Willis complained of pain to the head but refused medical attention. …read more.