On Friday, March 13, Oldies 98.3 FM becomes Oldies 101.1 FM, WIOE. It is with great anticipation that Oldies 101.1 FM looks forward to serving its listeners, friends and sponsors, with the greatest oldies music, Warsaw Tiger reminders, news and sports as WIOE has the past 12 years. Appreciation is expressed to everyone who has …read more.

Article by Lt. Kip Shuter, Warsaw Police Department At 11:37 a.m. Central Dispatch received a call from Zimmer security of a possible bomb threat at Zimmer Plant 5. Police, fire, and EMS responded. Zimmer was evacuated and Zimmer management and supervisors did a thorough search of the interior and exterior of the building, finding nothing of …read more.

Update: Emergency personnel responded to an accident located on Parker Street and US 30 at 3:33 p.m. Wednesday, March 11. According to an accident report filed by officials, two individuals sustained minor injuries in the crash. Robert L. Dust, 85, of South Lakeside Drive, Syracuse, suffered a contusion/bruise to the chest, and passenger Dorothy J. Baker, …read more.

By JENNIFER CAUDILL Warsaw Artist Forum Area artists are benefiting from the creation of the Warsaw Artist Forum group. The Forum provides an encouraging outlet for artists to share techniques and give constructive critiques on current art. The camaraderie and support the Forum provides is helpful for any artist pursuing a creative career. Andy Corp …read more.

The Lakeland Community Choir (founded as the Warsaw Community Choir) is celebrating its 30th anniversary soon. And to commemorate three decades of choral singing in the Warsaw area, the Lakeland Community Choir and Chamber Orchestra will perform a production of Handel’s “Messiah.” According to Judie Meulink, president of the Classic Arts Program, Rev. Richard Anderson formed …read more.

HUNTINGTON – Team glory may have faded for much of the area gymnastics teams after the sectionals shook out last Saturday, but six teams and a handful of individuals are still hoping to perform their way to a state finals berth this Friday as part of the Huntington North Gymnastics Regional. Elkhart Central was the …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 2:42 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, South CR 600W, north of West CR 500S, Warsaw. Driver: Daryl C. Wright, 19, South Scott Road, Claypool. Wright drove his vehicle through standing water. He lost control of the vehicle, hitting a snowbank and rolling over. Damage …read more.

Despite a period of turbulence and constant change, students and staff at Warsaw Community Schools have nearly completed the first section of the ISTEP+ test. According to Chief Accountability Officer Dani Barkey, though the first part of the test is successfully coming to a close this week, many changes at the state level have created …read more.

Zimmer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZMH) announced today that it has agreed to sell $7.65 billion of senior notes in an underwritten public offering through Citigroup Global Markets Inc., Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC, J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated, as joint book-running managers. The offering consists of the …read more.

AlignLife, formerly known as Day Chiropractic, will host an open house  from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, March 21, at its newly remodeled location at 118 W. Market St., Warsaw. Games and prizes will be offered during the event. A coloring contest for kids under the age of 6 will be held to win …read more.

By STEPHANIE OVERBEY Associate Director, Kosciusko County Community Foundation Suzie Light is celebrating 20 years as executive director of the Kosciusko County Community Foundation. Light has accomplished much in her 20 years in that position. “Twenty years ago, the Foundation Board of Directors was looking for a leader,” said Board President, Jerry Yeager. “…someone with …read more.

“I think we’ve got a great candidate this month,” said Kosciusko County Veterans Affair Officer Rich Maron. The veteran of the month, honored at the March 10 Kosciusko County Commissioners meeting, was Jerry Howard McCartney. McCartney was born in 1932. He was the captain of his football team in high school and the first recipient …read more.

Frederick David ‘Fred’ Lukens, 88, passed away at 12:25 a.m. Monday, March 9, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. He was born on Aug. 7, 1926, in Wabash, to Frank Russell Lukens and Hazel W. (Kreiter) Lukens. He received his GED through the United States Navy. Fred married Geneva Correll on May 2, 1952, in Warsaw. He was a veteran of …read more.

Leandro Mascorro Lopez Jr., 68, of Warsaw, passed away at 4:35 p.m. Saturday, March 7, 2015 in his residence. On July 1, 1946, he was born in Au Gres, Mich. to Leandro and Francisca (Mascorro) Lopez Sr. He moved to Warsaw in 1964 from Elsa, Texas. Leandro worked for R.R. Donnelley and Sons, Inc., for …read more.

By KIM NANCE Kosciusko Home Care and Hospice, Inc. Larry and Coraethel McConnell met 10 years ago and were married soon after. Their blended family includes five children and 13 grandchildren. Their love story was sparked by a passion for playing dulcimers. Larry’s first dulcimer was made from a kit given to him by his …read more.

The Warsaw girls track team began competition at a pair of indoor events over the weekend. Members of the team competed in qualifiers held at Portage on Friday and at Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion on Saturday. The indoor qualifiers are for athletes to qualify to compete in the Indoor State Meet on March 21 …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 8:22 a.m. Thursday, March 5, 1900 block East Jefferson Street, Warsaw. Jay E. Sweatland at Dalton Foundry reported a matter of identity deception. 1 p.m. Thursday, March 5, 3300 block Old Colony Road, Warsaw. Steven K. Farmer reported damage to the rear of his …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 12:07 p.m. Friday, March 6, East US 30, Warsaw. unoccupied vehicle registered to Ronald E. Blanton, East Pierceton Road, Pierceton. Blanton parked in parking lot of Pak-a-Sak, thought he put his vehicle in park. While inside the station the vehicle rolled backward down …read more.

It’s that time of the year again. The Builder’s Association of Kosciusko and Fulton Counties is hosting its annual Home and Outdoor Show. Vendors from all over the area have gathered at the M L Motorsports complex, 2208 North CR 500W, Warsaw, to show off their goods and services. Just some of the featured items …read more.

Jack Albert Helvey, 83 of Fort Myers Beach, Fla., and formerly of Warsaw, passed away at 3:25 p.m. Monday, March 2, 2015, in Hope Hospice House, Fort Myers. Jack was born July 2, 1931, in Warsaw to Lozier “Bozo” and Betty (Rice) Helvey. He graduated from Warsaw High School in Warsaw, where he was a …read more.

SYRACUSE – It’s been a long and winding road for Elkhart Central to get back on the winner’s podium at the sectional level. Saturday’s championship at the Wawasee Gymnastics Sectional, where the Blue Blazers outdid the field with its 103.75 total, was a very gratifying one for head coach Kathy Krauter and her elated team. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 7:19 a.m. Saturday, March 7, SR 15 just north of Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Driver: Conner S. Klosowski, 20, Center Street, Warsaw. Klosowski was southbound on SR 15 and believed one of his tires blew out. As a result, he ran off the …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 9:30 p.m. Friday, March 6, 100 block of Market Street, Warsaw. Craig T. Best and Zhenya Orlando Eugene Odgen were found on the rooftop of Lake City Bank. Both admitted to being on the property without permission, and they were both arrested for criminal …read more.

Pictured from left to right, in the front row are: Jen Pyle, Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce; Christy and Bill Cuban, patrons; Jan Orban, Brian Peterson Group; Tina Goon, Kosciusko Chamber ambassador; Amy Rosswurm, Heartline Pregnancy Center; Lisa Bentele and Tom Bentele, The Jerky Shop owners; Brooke Hamstra, Thorne Insurance; Michelle LeDrew, Glam; Joseph Lutes, MudLOVE; …read more.

A total of 277 students engaged in undergraduate study at Manchester University are on the fall 2014 Dean’s List. The scholars achieved a 3.5 grade point average or higher while enrolled in at least 12 credit hours of classes last fall. The following students from Kosciusko County are on the Dean’s List: Kaitlin Kemper, senior English …read more.

[weaver_youtube ZEtJRqj9mGc rel=0] Well, it was a dreary cold Friday for the First Friday “March Into Future Opportunities” celebration, but, despite the weather, more than a few people descendent on downtown Warsaw for the event. Groups like Red Cross, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Kiwanis and Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club were on site to educate people …read more.

“What’s a Kosciusko?” is something Andrew Morris hears way too often. Although he doesn’t mind explaining to out-of-towners how the word is pronounced — and that it’s the county he was raised in — he’s pretty sick of the question by now. “It might have been a dumb idea,” he laughed. “I answer that question …read more.

Redwood Firewood Grill recently moved to their new location in the former “Aloha Bar” building on North Detroit Street overlooking Center Lake in Warsaw and I was able to secure a reservation for opening night. With few hiccups, the experience was enjoyable and old and new fans alike are sure to be enamored with the …read more.

Emergency personnel are currently responding to an accident located at SR 15 and CR 200S. One individual was checked by Multi-Township EMS. It was reported the individual signed off and was not transported. The accident involved a rear-end collision between two vehicles. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department is investigating. Northbound traffic on SR 15 was temporarily …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incident: 9:21 p.m. Thursday, March 5, 200 block West Main Street, Warsaw. Taylor R. Norman reported the theft of a cell phone while visiting an inmate. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 8:50 p.m. Thursday, March 5, 300 block …read more.

Bentlee Alexander Scott, 2 year old son of Kristin Carol Kittrell and Jordan Scott, both of Warsaw, passed away at 4:41 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015 at Kosciusko Community Hospital of Warsaw after an extended illness. He was born on April 20, 2012 in Fort Wayne. While his time here was short lived, he was …read more.

Alice R. Johnson, 83, of Warsaw, Indiana passed away at 5:43 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne. She was a resident of Kosciusko County, Indiana for the past 54 years where she was a good housewife and attended God’s Highway to Heaven Church in Warsaw. In her younger days, Alice …read more.

By DANI BARKEY Chief Accountability Officer, Warsaw Community Schools Warsaw Community High School will be celebrating the fifth annual World Language Week with World Language teachers and students during the week of Monday, March 16 through Friday, March 20. The goal of World Language Week is to inspire students to continue their study of World …read more.

You may want to plan to head to bed a little earlier this weekend. At 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8, clocks will spring forward by an hour in observance of the beginning of daylight saving time in the area. This change means longer days during the summer months. Though smartphones with automatic date and time …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Downtown Warsaw First Friday: March Into Future Opportunities – 5-9 p.m. Friday, March 6. The Downtown Benefit Dinner/Concert For Ava Grace Sizemore – 7 p.m. Saturday, March 7. Dinner and …read more.

The local Alcohol and Tobacco Commission approved three renewals at its March 5 meeting. The Walgreens located at 2400 East Center St., Warsaw, Mi Lindo Acapulco in Warsaw and West Main Tavern in Syracuse. None of these businesses were facing violations, and the renewals were approved unanimously. Also on the agenda was a renewal for …read more.

Colleen Sisk, 64, of Warsaw, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2015, at her residence. She was born on Aug. 31, 1950, in Warsaw, to Donald L. Miller and Dorotha B. (Fowerbaugh) Miller. She was a 1968 graduate of Warsaw Community High School and received her bachelor’s degree in elementary education from IPFW. She lived in …read more.

By VICKIE LOOTENS Director of Development, Cardinal Services of Indiana Warsaw National Day of Prayer will be held from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, May 7. Many area churches, organizations and leaders will be gathering together at the Rhodeheaver Auditorium in Winona Lake. There is no charge for admission. Introduction of speakers will be given …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incident: 11:25 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2500 block US 30, Warsaw. Police were called to the area for a juvenile female walking around, appearing to be lost. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, 500 …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgment Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Larry D. Beeson v. Miranda Adams, Warsaw, $2,698 Firstsource Financial Solutions v. Richard Arriola, Cromwell, $543.07 Snow and Sauerteig v. Julia D. Bellamy, Warsaw, $1,877.10 Shane D. …read more.

Brett R. Harmon, 47, of Lafayette, and formerly of Warsaw, passed at 9:33 a.m., Monday, March 2, 2015, at his residence. He was born on April 14, 1967, in Warsaw, to Robert E. and Betty (Paxton) Harmon. Brett was a city bus driver for the City of Lafayette, for over 8 years. He was a …read more.

Lakeview Middle School invites the parents of incoming sixth graders to attend a special information forum at Lakeview. The meeting will take place in the Lakeview Auditorium at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 12, 2015. At the meeting, parents will learn about the Lakeview course offerings, the educational environment, special activities, athletics, student organizations, clubs and …read more.

Applications are currently being accepted for the Bob and Esther Pfleiderer scholarship. This four-year scholarship was created by long time Warsaw residents Bob and Esther Pfleiderer. Bob and Esther were both born and raised in Warsaw. Esther graduated from Manchester College and received her Masters Degree from Purdue University. She taught math in the Warsaw Community School system …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 3:37 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, East CR 600S, west of South SR 13, Warsaw. Driver: Carolyn S. Anderson, 52, South East Channel Road, Warsaw. Anderson’s car hit a patch of ice, went off the road and into a utility pole. Damage up to …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incident: 10:16 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, 1800 block South SR 25, Warsaw. Jennifer A. Shepherd reported a threat to life. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 3:51 p.m. March 3, 1000 block East Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw. Joseph L. …read more.

Joseph Bannon Jr., 58 of Warsaw, passed away at 6:50 a.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2015, in Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. On Sept. 16, 1956, he was born to Joseph and Darlene (Hoggatt) Bannon Sr., in Marion, Indiana.  He was united in marriage to Susan Weaver on July 7, 1979, in Oceanside, Calif., who survives. A …read more.

WARSAW – Jazzmine Brown wrapped up her home gymnastics career in style for Warsaw. The WCHS senior earned all-around honors in pacing her team to a win over Peru on Senior Night Monday. Brown won four individual events en route to taking top honors in the all-around competition with a score of 31.8 for the …read more.

SYRACUSE – Every year in almost every sport, high school coaches wax poetic and fret all in the same breath about sectional hopes. All the other teams are so good; their teams have flaws; it’s a total crap shoot. The gymnastics coaches in the area have a legitimate concern this year as the Wawasee Gymnastics …read more.

The Center Street Community Theatre (CSCT) recently began using a new logo in connection to the Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts’ rebranding initiative. This logo was designed by Warsaw Community High School Student, Anna Craig. Anna created the logo design as part of an assignment for her Visual Communications class. Students in the class …read more.

ELKHART – There are simply no guarantees come tournament time. The Warsaw boys basketball team found that out in a tough way Tuesday night. The sectional favorite Tigers saw a stellar season end in disappointing fashion in a 32-28 loss to Concord in the opening game of the Class 4-A Elkhart Central Sectional. Warsaw, which …read more.

By DAVID GROUT Media Relations, Grace College and Seminary Dr. Matthew S. Harmon, professor of New Testament Studies at Grace College & Theological Seminary, recently published two books, “Studies in the Pauline Epistles: Essays in Honor of Douglas J. Moo” and “Philippians: A Mentor Commentary.” “Studies in the Pauline Epistles: Essays in Honor of Douglas …read more.

By NICHOLE THOMAS Indiana Department of Transportation The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that the SR 25 bridge over Walnut Creek, between Logan Street and Zimmer Road in Warsaw, is scheduled to be closed the morning of Monday, March 9, to accommodate a bridge deck overlay. The official detour is SR 15 to US 30 …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 4:22 a.m. Tuesday, March 3, North CR 300E, north East CR 1000N, Syracuse. Driver: Steven Grindle, 50, East Bayview Drive, Syracuse. Hit deer. Damage up to $10,000. Warsaw Officere with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accident: 3:20 p.m. Monday, March 2, …read more.

Warsaw The following incidents were investigated by the Warsaw Police Department: 3:25 a.m. Tuesday, 900 block East Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw. Joseph P. Hutchings reported vandalism. 9:58 p.m. Monday, March 2, 300 block Enterprise Drive, Warsaw. Brandon W. Faubion reported his wallet stolen.

By DUANE HENERDEEN Children’s Services Supervisor, Warsaw Community Public Library As a child begins to learn the process of associating illustrations and the words on pages of books as being related, they soon find themselves seeking out books that will answer their questions about the things in their surrounding everyday life. A simple drive to …read more.

Brett R. Harmon, 47, of Lafayette, and formerly of Warsaw, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2015 at his residence He was born April 14, 1967 in Warsaw to Robert E. and Betty (Paxton) Harmon. He was a city bus driver in Lafayette for over 8 years. He was a 1985 graduate of Warsaw Community High School. He …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 7:32 p.m. Sunday, March 1, West CR 1350N west of North CR 200W, Milford. Driver: Eston S. Clayton, 20, E. LaPoint Drive, Milford. Hit deer. Damage up to $5,000 9:35 a.m. Sunday, March 1, South SR 25, south of West CR 250S, Warsaw. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 10:21 a.m. Sunday, March 1, 8200 block East Highland View Drive, Syracuse. Shauna G. Young reported an attempted burglary. 8:17 a.m. Sunday, March 1, 9300 block South Verna Street, Claypool. Randall L. Brashear reported criminal mischief to his property. 11:14 p.m. Saturday, Feb. …read more.

One individual complained of pain to the head following a two-vehicle accident at 5:19 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27, on East Center Street, east of Robmar Drive, Warsaw. Alexis M. Robinson, 15, West Old Road 30, Warsaw, was transported to Kosciusko Community Hospital for treatment. Warsaw Police report Raven N. Bell, 17, North Lake Street, Warsaw, …read more.

By BRETT BOGGS President, Board of Directors, Palestine Cemetery The Board of Directors of the Palestine Cemetery, Inc., reminds its patrons that all grave decorations must be removed or brought into compliance with the cemetery regulations by Wednesday, April 1, to allow for spring cleanup. Decorations not in compliance with cemetery regulations after Wednesday, April …read more.

After a successful kick off to the 2015 First Friday season with Fire & Ice in February, organizers are taking a different angle for the March installment of the popular downtown celebration. The theme for March First Friday is “March Into Future Opportunities.” There are a number of worthwhile opportunities that anyone can participate in …read more.

By TRINA HOY Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club Through various fundraising activities during the year, the Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club raises over $20,000 in donations to youth oriented activities. Recently, the club donated to two area organizations. The club, represented by Everett Nifong, presented a check for $300 to Kosciusko Community Cares. The check was accepted …read more.

Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts kicked off the new year with the hiring of two new staff members. Hannah Schutter and Julie Parke have been appointed as the new Marketing Director and Development Director, respectively. Schutter comes to WWCA from Manchester University, with a degree in Communication Studies and English. She was a December …read more.

Kaveh Akbar’s fixation with fan mail began when he was 14. At that age, he heard the first album that truly moved him, “Business Casual” by the band Beep Beep. It moved him so much, he felt it was essential to communicate his feelings to the band. When the lead singer wrote back, Akbar was …read more.

Warsaw’s Paul Marandet is the top choice on the 2014-15 IFN All-Area Boys Basketball Team (File photos by Mike Deak) Basketball teams at any level of play win a lot of games due to great guard play. The first IFN All-Area boys basketball team would win a lot of games for that reason. The honor …read more.

WARSAW – The value to a basketball team of a great floor general goes far beyond the stat sheet. Warsaw’s Paul Marandet is proof positive of that fact. The junior guard, who simply does it all for the Tigers, is much more valuable than any of his numbers will show. Marandet, though, boasts so many …read more.

[weaver_youtube VAqCR7FCPnI rel=0] INDIANAPOLIS – The pool is finally closed for the 2015 high school season. The Warsaw boys swimming team concluded its season Saturday afternoon on the state’s grandest stage. The Tigers raced in three events, producing three top 10 finishes at the finals of the 78th annual IHSAA Boys Swimming and Diving state …read more.

WARSAW – Morgan Brazo played a whole one minute and 35 seconds of basketball Saturday but made the biggest exclamation that echoed through a buzzing Warsaw Tiger Den, “Ladies, we’re going to Indy!” Brazo’s proclamation was made following Tippecanoe Valley’s 60-45 win over Rochester in the IHSAA Class 3-A girls basketball northern semi-state in a …read more.

Thomas ‘Tom’ John McDairmant, 77, of Warsaw, went home to be with the Lord at 8:03 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27, 2015. He passed away at Kosciusko Community Hospital of Warsaw. Tom was a resident of Kosciusko County, Indiana for the past 41 years. He was a 1955 graduate of Brethren High School in Long …read more.

By VALERIA FISHER Programming Administrator, Warsaw Public Library Program and events for March: Cookbook Club meets from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Monday, March 2, to discuss microwave meals. Bring your recipes. From 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Monday, March 2 and from 10 a.m. until noon Monday, March 9, Ivy Tech will be on …read more.

Flora Bynum, 72, passed away at 3:37 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2015, at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. She was born on Feb. 26, 1942, in Reid, Miss., to Otis Phillips and Beatrice (Vance) Phillips. She lived in Warsaw for the past 30 years. She worked in health care as a CNA and was a foster parent. She …read more.

Chris L. Carter, 51, passed away at 3:12 am. Friday, Feb. 27, Kosciusko Community Hospital ER, Warsaw. She was born on May 29, 1963, in Warsaw to Harry T. Carter and Rosalie A. (Snyder) Carter. She was a lifetime Warsaw resident. Chris was a homemaker and attended God’s Highway to Heaven and Word of Truth Ministries; enjoyed …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incident: 1:57 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, Pizza King located in the 1000 block of East Winona Avenue reported someone snuck in at closing time and stole cash from the register.

WARSAW – The Warsaw girls basketball team was successful not only on the court this season. The Tigers, who wrapped up their season with a loss in the regional semifinals on Feb. 21, also did their part to help others. Coach Michelle Harter’s team held a Pink Out Night for their Jan. 17 home game …read more.

After almost 30 years, The Beaman Home is making the first step of its journey to a new emergency shelter and outreach center as the remodeling of a building,  purchased in 2012 and located at 603 North Parker Street in Warsaw. Construction/renovation of the building began on Dec. 3. The new space is much needed after …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – It was a mixed bag of results for local swimmers at IUPUI’s Natatorium Friday night. A select few were able to extend their seasons for another day, but many had to call it quits at the prelims of the 78th annual IHSAA Boys Swimming and Diving State Finals. Those lucky enough to advance …read more.

WARSAW – The senior members of the Warsaw boys basketball team said goodbye to the home hardwood in fitting fashion Friday night. The host Tigers made it one memorable Senior Night with a thrilling 48-47 overtime win over Class 4-A No.  6  Carroll. A layup by Jake Mangas, one of five seniors for the Tigers, …read more.

DUNLAP – Warsaw’s fantastic boys basketball season in the Northern Lakes Conference was rewarded as the Tigers have four players and head coach Doug Ogle among the All-Northern Lakes Conference awards issued Friday. The 7-0 Tigers had sophomore Kyle Mangas and junior Paul Marandet among the All-NLC list, with seniors Jake Mangas and Rashaan Jackson …read more.

Terren Michael Raphael, 24, 2441 W 250S, Warsaw, received a 15-year sentence for molesting an 11-year-old on several occasions in 2008 and 2009. Raphael was sentenced in Kosciusko County Superior Court 1. Judge David Cates accepted Raphael’s plea agreement, filed on Jan. 29, earlier this week. That agreement stated Raphael would plead guilty to count …read more.

MISHAWAKA – Participants for the fourth annual McDonald’s Michiana Boy’s Basketball All-Stars were released Friday morning in preparation for the event held on Monday, March 30, at 7:15 p.m. on the campus of Bethel College. All-Stars are listed below with teams announced at a later date. The Boy’s McDonald’s Michiana All-Star Roster includes nine from …read more.

The Warsaw Common Council meeting, scheduled for 7 p.m. Monday, March 2, has been cancelled. According to the mayor’s office, the meeting has been cancelled due to lack of business. The next scheduled meting will be at 7 p.m Monday, March 16.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 11:23 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, SR 15, north of CR 400S, Warsaw. Driver: Matilda L. Sexton, 68, North CR 200W, North Manchester. Hit dog. Damage up to $2,500. Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following accident: 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. …read more.

Kosciusko County officers have apprehended, Matthew Scott Boggs, 41. Boggs was  a “sought-after” Warsaw man with numerous criminal charges. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputies, along with the assistance of the Indiana State Police, took Boggs into custody this morning shortly before 2. The numerous charges include pending court cases — forgery, stalking, theft, invasion of privacy and possession …read more.

Diary entry 2/27/15: Day eight without Twitter. I am beginning to wonder why I gave up the app for Lent. I often find myself confused and lost throughout the day without knowing what Norm Macdonald or Pat McAfee are doing at every waking moment. I find it most difficult to have a thought that I …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Warsaw First United Methodist Church Manchester University Jazz Quartet – 3 p.m. Sunday, March 1. Rex’s Rendezvous Open Jam with Dustin Castle – Thursday, Feb. 26 Pick Slide – …read more.

Linda Louise Roesner, 69, of Warsaw, passed away at 7:20 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, 2015 at her residence. Linda was a resident of Kosciusko County for the past 38 years where she was a homemaker. She was born on May 25, 1945 in Chicago, Ill. to Theodore C. Olson and Marguerite Eloise (Berry) Olson. On …read more.

(Editor’s Note: The following is a statement released this afternoon via email by WCHS Athletic Director Dave Anson) WARSAW  – As we approach the Girls Basketball Semi State at Warsaw Community High School, the WCHS Athletic Office would like to pass on a few reminders regarding tickets and procedures. Tickets will be available for sale …read more.

By MELANIE KELLOGG Community Director, March of Dimes Mark your calendar for the Kosciusko-Whitley March for Babies with the March of Dimes on Sunday, May 3, at the Winona Lake Park in Winona Lake. March of Dimes, the leading nonprofit organization for maternal and infant health, has worked for more than 75 years to help …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgment Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Housing Opportunities of Warsaw v. Gina M. Bray, Warsaw, $1,594 The Otis R. Bowen Center v. Jolene Eubanks, Warsaw, $847.84 Jodi Phillips v. Green Acres, Warsaw, $338 …read more.

Warsaw Officers with Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incident: 6:12 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, 200 block South Buffalo Street, Warsaw. Keith E. Sampson reported a GPS taken from his vehicle. Value $150.

By RENEA SALYER VP Member Relations, Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce Small Business Connection is a forum for small business owners coming together to share ideas, brainstorm, and learn more about hot topics pertaining to small business marketing, promotion and enhancing sales. Each business will have the opportunity to share what is working and what did …read more.

  By LORI ANN TILDEN Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent, Warsaw Community Schools With credit given to the Kosciusko County Dental Association, Washington Elementary students received dental examinations from association members, Dr. Hassel and Dr. Thompson. Dr. Lena Fermback spearheaded the KCDA’s School Dental Examination Project.

Mary Lee Franks, 89, of Warsaw, passed away 3:37 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2015, at Masons Health & Rehabilitation Center, Warsaw. Arrangements are pending McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw. To send condolence or sign a guestbook go to www.mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com

INDIANAPOLIS – While there are just three local swimmers seeded within the top 10 heading into the IHSAA Boys Swimming State Championships, there are 42 individuals and relay teams, along with four divers, all with a chance to attain this weekend. The Northern Lakes Conference will be very well represented, with 31 slots taken among …read more.

By TRACIE LS HODSON Executive Director, The Beaman Home February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Beaman Home’s DoVE Outreach Program advocate April Slone wants area parents to know one out of three teens are experiencing teen dating abuse or violence. She adds that only 33 percent of those in an abusive relationship tell anyone …read more.

By KEN LOCKE Warsaw Rotary Club The Warsaw Rotary club recognized students with the Rotary Impact Award at their weekly meeting who are participating in the Certified Nursing Assistant class at the Warsaw Career Center. The students recognized are Megan Dinse, Hollie Paseka, Raeanne Karczewski, Ashley Gamble, Vicki Harris, Chandler Heeter, Mila Smalley, Shelby Whitaker …read more.

Two Beans Productions’ musical based on the classic book by Judith Viorst will be performed at Warsaw Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. Friday, March 27. Have you ever had a really rotten day? Alexander has… He wakes up with gum in his hair, he trips on a skateboard, and then he accidentally dries his …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 5:33 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, West SR 14, west of South CR 750W, Silver Lake. Driver: Cara R. Prater, 26, North SR 19, Akron. Hit deer. Damage up to $5,000. 4:06 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, North CR 300E, north of East Rookstool Road, …read more.

By RUSTY RITTER General Manager, Rabb Water Systems Sean Patrick, a member of the staff at Rabb Water in Warsaw has successfully completed the professional service seminar at Kinetico’s Service Academy, the training arm of Kinetico Incorporated, Newbury, Ohio. Patrick, along with other service professionals working for dealerships across the country, participated in this intensive service …read more.

[weaver_youtube yQofByitq0c rel=0] A new phenomenon sweeping the United States has many people attempting to wean themselves off of standard tobacco cigarettes through the use of vapor-based electronic replacements, often referred to as e-cigs. Many proponents of such devices showed up to Tuesday night’s town meeting in Warsaw to hear the information delivered by a panel …read more.