No one was injured in a two-vehicle accident at North Parker Street and Lake City Highway Tuesday. However, one driver was checked by medics at the scene. Warsaw Police report Jennifer A. Lee, 32, Aboite Center Road, Fort Wayne, thought she had a green arrow to turn left instead of a normal green light. Lee …read more.

By STEPHANIE FAROH Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Kosciusko County Every year at Christmastime, my dad received a box of pears as a gift from a co-worker. As a child I appreciated this box of goodies, but I didn’t think about how this kind act encouraged healthy eating too. Eating a raw pear is one of …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 10:44 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12, South SR 13, north of South CR 650E, Pierceton. Drivers: Daven P. Gasaway, 17, North Second Street, Warsaw, and Scott E. Bradley, 49, West CR 150S, South Whitley. Injured: Gasaway suffered from a chest injury and was listed …read more.

A public meeting for Warsaw City residents to review a draft ordinance regarding neighborhood preservation/rental registration ordinance Monday evening was attended by mostly owners of rental property. There were approximately 40 filling the council chamber room. Many of the rental property owners focused on the state statue which called for fines of up to $5,000 …read more.

During last night’s Warsaw Community School Corporation regular board meeting, a fond farewell was given to long-time board member Delores Hearn. Hearn, who has served on the WCS school board for the past eight years, enjoyed her last board meeting before retirement from the school board last night. Hearn has a long history with education. Graduating …read more.

WARSAW – The future of the very successful Warsaw boys soccer program has been turned over to a very familiar and very qualified face. Frank Courtois, who has been coaching in the program for more than the past decade, was approved Monday night as the new boys soccer coach by the Warsaw School Board. Courtois, …read more.

[weaver_youtube AuhtjZgSQoM#t=48 rel=0] (Video by Esteban Pommier, Warsaw Salvation Army Commanding Officer) Looking at the charred, dilapidated house located at 423 E. Arthur St., Warsaw, it is hard to believe that a story of hope and redemption began just across the street. For Lynn Butts though, crossing the street to the Salvation Army led her to a …read more.

GOSHEN – Warsaw welcomed back its missing men for a big win at Goshen, 135-50, while the Lady Tigers ran into a talented Goshen team and were dealt a 116-64 loss Saturday. Dealing with program suspensions up and down the board in a lopsided loss to Northridge Thursday night, the penalties were paid and the …read more.

By DARLA MCCAMMON Lakeland Art Association A new exhibit has opened at Warsaw City Hall that you will want to visit. A bit different, yet intriguing, is the world of Teresa Carrano-Smith and the art she has on display. Carrano received an education with a fine arts major at the University of Louisville but turned …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 9:05 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14, North CR 300W, north of West CR 400N, Leesburg. Driver: Jacob E. Polk, 28, South East Ridge North Drive, Warsaw. Hit deer. Damage up to $2,500. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 4:39 …read more.

Wal-Mart of Warsaw is participating in a national campaign to support The Salvation Army with its efforts during the holidays to help those in need. A display will be at the front of the store near the Market entrance where donors can leave new toys and new or gently used coats. The collection will take …read more.

This week’s Pets of the Week come from the Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County. Brady is a loving, sweet female who is almost two years old.  She is a brindled Pit Bull and Terrier mix. She loves playing catch and would love to become a part of your family. Beauty is two years old …read more.

[weaver_youtube K4vPqOX7StI rel=0] Yesterday men and women alike met at the Warsaw National Guard Armory to break out their rackets and talent during a special Christmas pickleball tournament. A total of 28 individuals participated in the round-robin formatted tourney. Women began playing at 1 p.m. with men starting their rounds at 2:30 p.m. A total of …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 1:26 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 14, West Wallace Road, south of West CR 400N, Warsaw. Driver: Andre N. Byler, 25, North CR 400W, Warsaw. Byler said he was being chased by an unknown individual over an issue with a female when he lost control …read more.

WARSAW – A talented and veteran Plymouth girls basketball team would have presented plenty of challenges to a Warsaw squad at full strength Saturday night. The Pilgrims made it a long night though on a short-handed Tiger team. Plymouth started strong en route to topping the host Tigers 41-26 in the Northern Lakes Conference opener …read more.

Kosciusko The following individuals were arrested and booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Dec. 12 Abigail Nicole Bartlett, 20, 1011 E. Sherman St., Marion, arrested for driving while suspended. Bond: $300 cash Joshua Benjamin Moody, 29, 5533 N. Warsaw Oswego Rd., Warsaw, arrested for driving while suspended with prior. Bond: $300 cash Adam John Odell, …read more.

By DANI BARKEY Chief Accountability Officer, Warsaw Community Schools Warsaw Community Schools Leesburg Elementary fourth grade students demonstrated an example of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math), project-based learning during the month of December. Fourth grade teachers prepared an application process for the students to apply for a roller coaster engineering team. The students were …read more.

By KATYE FUSSLE Director of Public Relations and Marketing, The Warsaw Flying Club The Warsaw Flying Club has been recognized for its high standard of accomplishment in flight training by The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, the world’s largest aviation association. The Warsaw Flying Club has been awarded a spot on the Flight Training Excellence …read more.

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a freezing fog advisory in northern Indiana until 7 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 13. According to the NWS, areas of freezing fog with some patchy freezing drizzle will lead to slick spots on walkways and roadways. Localized visibilities are expected to be limited to a quarter of a mile. …read more.

By ALYSSA LOWE Manager of Marketing and Communications, Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce Your Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting at Parkview Warsaw YMCA located at 1305 Mariners Drive, Warsaw. The new Parkview Warsaw YMCA hopes to exceed your expectations and promises to continue to make a positive impact in our community through youth …read more.

The National Weather Service has just issued a special weather statement for northern Indiana and southern Michigan. Areas of heavy fog are expected in much of this area throughout the evening. The statement warns that visibility could be as low as a quarter mile in some areas. Additionally, with temperatures hoovering right around the freezing …read more.

The American Legion Auxiliary junior members from Warsaw Unit 49 and Pierceton Unit 258 recently helped spread some holiday cheer. The members got together to make ornaments and decorate a tree for the Marion campus of the Veteran’s hospital. Ornaments included bells, candy cane reindeer and wooden branches of the service symbols, to name a …read more.

By SUE PETERSON President, Peterson Media Goodwill Industries of Michiana, Inc. will facilitate a hiring event with Elwood Staffing at the Warsaw Community Career Center from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18. They will be seeking individuals to fill a variety of positions, including: machine operator, press mill, lathe, packer, production, plumbing, welding, …read more.

By TRINA HOY Dr. Richard Anderson was commissioned 30 years ago by Grace College and the Warsaw Ministerial Association to start a community choir and perform the classical and sacred Handel’s “Messiah” which is well known all over the world. Once the choir was established the performance of “Messiah” was an annual event that was …read more.

UN-DE-FEATED *clap*-*clap*-*clap, clap, clap* Yes, let the perfection flow through you! Last week I went a perfect 9-0, with the help of our wonderful local athletes. It’s something to be proud of, if you all didn’t come here to read this week after week, then I wouldn’t be able to write this article week after …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw boys basketball coach Doug Ogle may want to bottle whatever words of wisdom that he shared with his team at halftime Thursday night. The message that Ogle shared with his talented team sure got some second-half performance out of the host Tigers. Warsaw opened the final half on a 14-0 run to …read more.

[weaver_youtube _5j-fR7CziM rel=0] WARSAW – On paper, this matchup was supposed to be so much more. But reality set in Thursday in the boys and girls swim duals between Warsaw and visiting Northridge. Suspensions in the Warsaw boys program and an incredible amount of depth in the Northridge girls program made the finals scores almost …read more.

At its Dec. 11 meeting, the Kosciusko County Council granted Warsaw orthopedic manufacturing company Alpha Manufacturing a tax abatement. The abatement was requested at the council’s November meeting. “We’re going to triple the workforce with this tax abatement,” said Alpha’s representative Richard Helm. Alpha Manufacturing is planning a significant expansion project. A planned $5.62 million …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Warsaw senior standout quarterback Jake Mangas will be one of 28 outstanding student-athletes statewide honored by the Indianapolis Colts, the Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) and the Indiana Football Coaches Association (IFCA) with the 2014 Indiana Academic All-Stars Award presented by American Family Insurance. The student-athletes will be honored during an awards …read more.

By STEPHANIE OVERBEY Associate Director, Kosciusko County Community Foundation The Kosciusko County Community Foundation recently awarded a $15,000 grant to the Town of Winona Lake toward the construction of the splash pad at Limitless Park. The grant was made from community funds. This grant brings total Community Foundation grant support, from all funds, for Limitless …read more.

By DANI BARKEY Chief Accountability Officer, Warsaw Community Schools Warsaw Community Schools challenged each school in the district to donate new, unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots, an annual service project for the schools. The WCS bus drivers gathered up the toys from each school and WCS Central Office on Friday, Dec. 5. WCS is …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 Performing Arts Center Fort Wayne Philharmonic Orchestra – 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14. Admission is $20 Wagon Wheel Theatre A Christmas Story: The Musical – 8 pm. Friday, …read more.

WARSAW – It was a bag of mixed results for the Warsaw wrestling team on Wednesday night when theTigers welcomed in Northern Lakes Conference foe Plymouth to the Tiger Den. Warsaw was able to take advantage of its strength position near the front and back end of the lineup, but it was Plymouth that left …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Nephrology Associates of Northern Indiana v. David D. Arnold, Warsaw, $1,518.78 Susan J. Blackburn, Warsaw, $1,038.18 Ronald A. Johnston, Warsaw, $1,818.61 William C. Southall, Warsaw, $1,496.44 Kosciusko …read more.

The Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club recently presented donations to kids programs to several area organizations. Baker Youth Club was presented a $2,000 donation for a Christmas party for kids. The Warsaw Parks Department received a $1,000 donation for kids programs and Big Brothers Big Sisters received a $500 donation for the program and $250 for …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 4:23 p.m. Monday, Dec. 8, East CR 450N, east of North CR 375E, Warsaw. Driver: Julia A. Garner, 34, North CR 350E, Warsaw. Garner was eastbound on CR 450N when a truck pulled out onto CR 450N causing her to go off the …read more.

By JONI TRUEX Executive Officer, Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton County The Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties purchased 329 coats that were sorted and delivered to 17 elementary schools in Kosciusko and Fulton Counties. Each year, the BAKFC contacts the area elementary schools and requests a list of the sizes and quantities by gender of the …read more.

Warsaw Meadows Care Center has announced that five of its employees received special recognition at the annual awards presentation by IDE Management Group for excellence in their field. IMG manages 15 skilled nursing facilities in Indiana, Illinois and Iowa. Each year one employee from each category is selected to receive the prestigious award. This year, …read more.

Ivy Tech Community College and Purdue University’s College of Engineering have signed off on a transfer agreement that creates a path for Ivy Tech pre-engineering students to continue their studies towards a bachelor’s degree in one of two engineering disciplines at Purdue. The agreement joins several transfer agreements between the two schools, including the innovative …read more.

Malvin Andersen, 95, of Warsaw, and formerly of Gardena, Calif., and Lake Havasu, Ariz., passed away at 6:45 p.m. Dec. 06, 2014, in Mason’s Health and Rehab facility in Warsaw. Mal was born on Dec. 9, 1918, in Duluth, Minn., to Ludvig Andersen and Eline Faksvaag. Mal married Margaret Mary Ann Grace in Los Angeles …read more.

Phyllis J. Abbett, 80, of Warsaw, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2014, at her home. She was born on June 4, 1934, in Huntington County, to Robert and Marie (Taylor) Henmyer. She grew up in Huntington and graduated in 1952 from Huntington High School. She was married on June 6, 1952, in Huntington, to Phillip …read more.

A model toy and train show will be held at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, 1400 E. Smith St. Warsaw, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13. The public is invited to come and learn about model railroading, the various gauge and brands and visit the many dealers and experts. “This is a great …read more.

By SUMMER ZIMMER Director of Communications and Social Responsibility, Kosciusko Community YMCA The Y wants to make sure that kids have a safe and fun place to go while they’re out of school over Christmas Break. School Break Camp will keep kids kindergarten through sixth grade entertained, active and learning from 6 a.m. to 6 …read more.

By TAMMY STACKHOUSE – The Magical Meadows – As the year is coming to a close, we would like to invite our riders and their families, our volunteers and the public to join us in celebrating another fantastic year at the Magical Meadows Therapeutic Horseback Riding Center for Children and Adults with Special Needs.

WABASH – A strong finish and the free throw line lifted host Wabash past Warsaw 44-41 Wednesday night in non-conference girls basketball action. The Apaches outscored the Tigers 20-12 in the final quarter to erase a five-point deficit. Wabash also hit 23-28 from the free throw line in the win. Warsaw finished just 11-16 from …read more.

Yesterday evening during the Warsaw Community School Board board work session, Chief Academic Officer David Robertson presented the board with an overview of new, deleted and revised course offerings for the 2015-2016 school year. The updates to the WCS curriculum were decided upon by the WCS curriculum counsel. Recommendations began in the fall and Robertson …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Grace College and Director of Athletics Chad Briscoe welcomed student-athletes from the high schools of the Northern Lakes Conference for a Sportsmanship Summit on Tuesday. Ten student-athletes from eight NLC schools attended the conference, which was designed to educate student-athletes about sportsmanship and character training in athletics. “We are pleased to be …read more.

Want to have input on a city ordinance? There will be an opportunity at 4 p.m. Monday, Dec. 15. A public meeting will be held in the Warsaw Common Council Room at city hall, on the Neighborhood Preservation and Rental Ordinance. This meeting, open to any city resident and property owners, will begin work on revamping the …read more.

By VICKIE LOOTENS President, Kosciusko Human Resource Association Kosciusko Human Resource Association is an affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management. Established locally in 1968, KHRA is a local forum for HR related professionals. KHRA offers HR professionals the opportunity to develop leadership, managerial, public speaking, and group decision-making skills, while also providing a …read more.

By STEPHANIE FAROH Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Kosciusko County It is a season for holiday cheer, joy and celebration, but for many, the holidays bring about feelings of sadness and grief. Studies show that feeling grief during the holiday season is very common. Whether it be related to the loss of a loved one, poor …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 5:54 p.m. Monday, Dec. 8, South County Farm Road, south of West CR 550S, Warsaw. Driver: John N. Deaton, 66, South CR 100W, Claypool. Hit deer. Damage up to $10,000. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 7:15 p.m. …read more.

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incidents: 2:58 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, 600 block South Huntington Street, Syracuse. Officials at Wawachic, reported the theft of 63 items of merchandise and cash. Value: $2,322. 12:38 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, 8900 block North Syracuse-Webster Road, Syracuse. Carissa McCullough reported juvenile problems. Warsaw Officers …read more.

By DARLA MCCAMMON Lakeland Art Association We lived in DeKalb County, near Auburn, when our children were growing up. Our daughter Dee Anna had a dear school friend with whom we have stayed in contact over the years. Married now and with a young son, Tammy Durnell has become a creative entrepreneur. To our delight …read more.

Plans for the East Market Street Neighborhood Plan and a bike and pedestrian plan map, part of the Warsaw Comprehensive Plan, will be going to the Warsaw Common Council for approval. The plan also includes the Center Street Grade Separation Plan. A public hearing was held as part of the Warsaw Plan Commission Monday evening …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriffs Department investigated the following incident: 9;36 a.m. Friday, Dec. 5, 3700 block West Old Road 30, Warsaw. Ronald G. Maish reported stolen cash from a residence. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incident: 1:05 p.m. Friday, Dec 5, 500 block West 300 North, Warsaw. Stolen Property …read more.

By DANI BARKEY Chief Accountability Officer, Warsaw Community Schools Leslie Tharp’s sixth-grade class at Jefferson Elementary investigated a mystery object by making observations and asking questions. After they discussed their observations and wondering in small groups, their objects were cut open to determine if anything was on the inside. Within one of their mystery objects …read more.

By STEPHANIE FAROH Extension Educator, Health and Human Sciences, Purdue Extension Kosciusko County An anonymous donor contributed fabric and hand-made rugs to the Kosciusko County Extension Homemakers. The homemakers made tote bags from the fabric then sold the bags and rugs to raise money for the new Fellowship Missions Homeless Shelter. After selling the bags …read more.

By ALYSSA LOWE Manager of Marketing and Communications, Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce and the Warsaw Community Development Corporation celebrated Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 29, with shoppers visiting 15 local retailers. Chamber staff passed out 21 American Express gift cards to unsuspecting shoppers, thanking them for shopping local. The …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw’s boys swim team made no bones it was in a class by itself at the Warsaw Tiger Invite Saturday. The girls team wasn’t that bad, either. The Tiger boys rolled to a title, scoring 763 points to blow away the six-team field that had Muncie Central second at 441 and Penn third …read more.

A female was taken to Kosciusko Community Hospital early Saturday after a male attempted to strangle her. She was treated and released. Shane Andrew Timmons, 27, 677 Walter Way, Warsaw, was arrested on charges of strangulation, domestic battery in the presence of a child under the age of 16 and aggravated battery. According to Warsaw …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 4:17 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, 1700 block South Packerton Road, Winona Lake. Police were called to Kosciusko Community Hospital’s Emergency Room where Matthew R. Metzger was being treated for a dog bite. 9:15 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6. 10500 South School Avenue, Silver Lake. …read more.

WARSAW – WCHS senior swimming standout Spencer Davidson has been honored for his work both in the pool and in the classroom. Davidson is a member of the All-American Interscholastic Swimming Team as chosen by the National Interscholastic Swim Coaches Association of America. Davidson earned the honor based on his time of 56.90 in the …read more.

Jalaine Brumfield, 58, of Warsaw, passed away at 12:03 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, in Millers Merry Manor, Warsaw. She was born on May 12, 1956, in Warsaw, to Richard and Geneal (Sponseller) Heagy. She was a lifetime resident of Kosciusko County. She was a member of Alpha Beta Si Sorority. She worked for the …read more.

Danny “Dan” Lee Anglin, 81, Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 11:09 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014. He was born on Jan. 21, 1933, in Nappanee, Ind., to Wallace “Monk” Anglin and Enid B. (Snider) Anglin. He was married on July 2, 1966, at Walnut Creek United Methodist Church in Warsaw to Marilyn L. (Smith) Anglin, …read more.

HUNTiNGTON – The Warsaw boys basketball team proved its mettle Saturday night. The Tigers, coming off a tough one-point loss Friday night at No. 3 Homestead, got back to their winning ways. Coach Doug Ogle’s team used a strong second quarter effort to top host Huntington North by a 62-49 count. Warsaw, which beat North …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw girls basketball coach Michelle Harter has seen her young team continue to improve since tipping off the season three weeks ago. That trend continued Saturday afternoon for the Tigers. Warsaw rode a tremendous first-half performance to a 50-36 win over Michigan City in non-conference action in the Tiger Den. Sophomore Dayton Groninger …read more.

VALPARAISO – A quartet of undefeated wrestlers led Warsaw to a 4-1 showing Saturday in the Valparaiso Invitational. Coach Justin Smith’s squad got perfect 5-0 individual marks on the day from Kyle Hatch (120), Kameron Hiles (126), Rory Nolin (195) and Andrew Brock (220). The Tigers defeated Noblesville 43-31, Kankakee Valley 42-30, South Bend Adams …read more.

The members of the Warsaw Lions Club recently gave a dictionary to each third grade student at Lincoln Elementary School in Warsaw. The club has provided dictionaries to students for many years. The students will be allowed to keep the dictionaries when school is finished at the end of the year. A dictionary is an …read more.

[weaver_youtube mQ7XMxoKOvU rel=0] Kosciusko County held its annual Toys For Tots toy drive from 7-11 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 6 at Warsaw City Hall. The Wawasee High School choir sang such Christmas carols as “Jingle Bells” and “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” and Santa and Mrs. Claus were on hand to welcome guests and pose for …read more.

Authorities are currently responding to a single car accident in front of Expressions Salon on South Buffalo Street in Warsaw. The driver reportedly lost control and hit the curb. The driver was shaken up and treated on scene.

FORT WAYNE – Friday night’s boys basketball showdown between Warsaw and Homestead was simply not as good as advertised, it was better. The environment at Homestead High School was absolutely electric when both teams took the court for tip-off. However, the underdog Tigers were not intimidated by the rambunctious home fans or the state’s top …read more.

Nelson Collins Jr., 78, of Warsaw, passed Friday, Dec. 5, at Warsaw Meadows Care Center. He was born Nov. 20, 1936, in Prestonsburg, KY., To Nelson Sr. and Gypsy Collins. He worked for Choretime Brock for 33 years as an assembler before retiring in January 1999. He has been a resident of Kosciusko County for …read more.

Kosciusko The following individuals were arrested and booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Dec. 5 James Michael Tackett, 32, 3480 E. SR 114, North Manchester, arrested by court order. No bond. Wade Andrew Beck, 19, 5720 River St., Rochester, arrested for false informing. Bond: $1,000 cash Ciara Brooke Nichols, 18, 58 EMS R4C Lane, Pierceton, …read more.

  Young and old alike gathered tonight in downtown Warsaw to celebrate both Hometown Holly Days, Warsaw’s December First Friday, as well as Light Up The Nite, the lighting of the Central Park holiday light display. The Christmas-themed event offered guests opportunities to embark on a wintry, enchanting carriage ride for the cost of $5 …read more.

Lake City Place, an Enlivant company, announces its new Snowbird Stay program. The state licensed assisted living and care services staff will provide short-term, affordable options for those caring for a loved one who wish to enjoy a getaway to warmer weather. Snowbird Stays can range from 10 days to three months or more. Accommodations …read more.

By MICHELLE BOXELL Community Relations Manager, Cardinal Services As the community wraps up the year long celebration of Cardinal Services’ 60th Anniversary, one thing is abundantly clear. People with disabilities have greater opportunity now than ever before. Where once every aspect of their life was dictated to them, today they are given choices and enjoy …read more.

So, who still has Thanksgiving leftovers? I hope nobody, it has been more than a week so those leftovers should be gone. If, for some reason, you still have leftovers than you did something wrong. You either made too much food, have not been properly partaking of the leftovers since last week or made bad …read more.

Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety entered into a development agreement between the city and Parkview Health Systems during Friday morning’s meeting. The agreement states Parkview will construct a four-floor building of approximately 86,000 square feet along with landscaping and parking on the property. The construction value is estimated to be approximately $20 million …read more.

This week’s Pets of the Week come from the Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County.   Timmy is a neutered 2-year-old half boxer, half German shepherd. Loving, affectionate, loyal, with intelligence and work ethic. Young enough to train and old enough to be out of the puppy stage. His adoption fee is $130.     …read more.

By LIZ MCKINLEY Recreation Director, City of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department Celebrate the first lighting of the Central Park Holiday Light Display at 7:30 p.m. Friday Dec. 5. Walk through the festive lights and enjoy holiday performances in the park. Santa and Mrs. Claus will ride in the First Friday Twinkle Parade at 7 …read more.

By ALYSSA LOWE Manager of Marketing and Communications, Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce held an Elected Officials Reception Tuesday, Dec. 2 at the Tippecanoe Lake Country Club. Partnering with the Kosciusko Chamber for this event included Freedom Oil, Maple Leaf Farms, Kosciusko Community Hospital, Ink Free News, and Times-Union. The event gave …read more.

Ruth L. Harris, 83, of Warsaw, Ind., formerly of Claypool, Ind., passed away at 11:35 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014, in Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. She was born Oct. 17, 1921, in Pierceton, Ind., to Frank and Florence (Anderson) Gebert. A lifetime Kosciusko County resident, she was retired from Sun Metal, Inc. where she served …read more.

WARSAW – The Warsaw boys swim team had a relatively easy night against NorthWood, winning the Northern Lakes Conference dual, 143-41, while the Lady Tigers got a better fight from NorthWood in a 107-61 Warsaw win Thursday evening. The boys won 11 of the 12 events and almost claimed all 12 in what shaped up …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 7:36 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4, 200 block South Main Street, Leesburg. Police were called to a location regarding a verbal and physical fight between a male and female. Both were later placed under arrest. 7:54 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, 600 block West CR …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 11:32 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4, East CR 200N, west of North Cessna Road, Warsaw. Driver: David R. Richter, 49, EMS C26 Lane, Warsaw. Hit deer. Damage up to $5,000. 7:12 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4, West US 30, west of North CR 200W, Warsaw. …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 – 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5 Central Park Light Up The Nite – 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5 Warsaw Performing Arts Center 6th Annual …read more.

By SUMMER ZIMMER Director of Communications and Social Responsibility The Kosciusko Community YMCA will be offering a Winter Sampler this December for two weeks (Dec. 8-21) to give participants a chance to sample classes before the longer seven-week session starts in January. Winter 1 Classes will run Jan. 5 through Feb. 23. Classes in youth …read more.

Sandra R. King, 48, of Warsaw, passed away on Tuesday evening, Dec. 2, 2014, in Miller’s Merry Manor, after a second courageous battle with cancer. Born in Bremen, on April 29, 1966, Sandra was the daughter of Anthony R. King and Shirley A. (Schaetzle) Batty. She graduated from Triton High School with the class on …read more.

By SUMMER ZIMMER Director of Communications and Social Responsibility, Kosciusko County YMCA The Kosciusko Community YMCA will be hosting its annual Frigid 5K Road Race on New Year’s Day. Runners will start the race at the Parkview Warsaw YMCA, with a new course this year. This event is a great way to start the new …read more.

By SUMMER ZIMMER Director of Communications and Social Responsibility, Kosciusko County YMCA Registration is going on now for YMCA Youth Basketball, where children in second, third and fourth grade can learn basic skills in a positive environment. The YMCA emphasizes participation, fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship and having fun over winning. Basketball games are played on Saturdays …read more.

Sandra L. Enyart, 57, Warsaw, passed away at 7:28 a.m. Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, in her residence. She was born Oct. 9, 1957, in South Bend, to Daniel C. and Joyce L. (Clingaman) Stanton. She is survived by her mother; two sons: John J. (Greta) Enyart, Dugger; Parker A. (Shanda) Enyeart, Wabash; four brothers: Herbert …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Nephrology Associates of Northern Indiana v. David D. Arnold, Warsaw, $1,518.78 Susan J. Blackburn, Warsaw, $1,038.18 Ronald A. Johnston, Warsaw, $1,818.61 William C. Southall, Warsaw, $1,496.44 Kosciusko …read more.

By TIM COXEY Account Manager, Borshoff Soon there will be another opportunity to learn and ask questions about the health insurance marketplace for Kosciusko County residents. MDwise, in partnership with the Warsaw Public Library will be hosting a community “Marketplace 101: Renew and Enroll” event to discuss how Hoosiers can enroll or renew enrollment in …read more.

By MARY KITTRELL Executive Director, Kosciusko County Convention and Visitors Bureau Kick off your holiday season by attending the Holiday Open House at the Visitor Center hosted by Indiana’s Kosciusko County Convention and Visitors Bureau. The open house will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6. Santa Claus will be at …read more.

WARSAW – The 2014 U.S. Finals based out of Louisville, Kentucky, has released the Top 25-ranked All-Star cheer teams from across the United States and Canada. Midwest Xtreme, based out of Warsaw, is currently ranked No. 1 in the Senior-4 Cheer and Youth PREP Divisions. The U.S. Finals has grown into the single-most successful multi-brand …read more.

Sophia Elizabeth McMillan The fourth, and possibly final, individual in the robbery and assault of a victim on Thanksgiving Day was arrested Wednesday afternoon. Sophia Elizabeth McMillan, 20, 202 W. Hovey St., Atwood, was booked Wednesday in the Kosciusko County Jail on a charge of aiding/inducing/causing a felony. Her bond has been set for $17,500 …read more.

Sign-ups for the annual Toys for Tots drive will be held from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4 and from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5, at Warsaw Police Department located at 2191 E. Fort Wayne St. Guests are asks to park along the side of the building and walk around …read more.

By MISSY CHAPMAN Cataloging Supervisor Warsaw Community Public Library I was apprehensive about watching the Disney film “Maleficent” for two reasons, one “Sleeping Beauty” was one of my favorite films as a child and I didn’t want that memory tarnished and two, I am not a fan of Angelina Jolie who plays Maleficent. I am …read more.

By LORI ANN TILDEN Administrative Assistant, Warsaw Community Schools Sandy McClellan’s sixth grade students are reaching out to our United States Military during the holiday season by sending them Christmas stockings full of goodies and encouraging notes. This is the third year that Sandy McClellan has partnered with Jennifer Kauffman from Vein Institute and Medi …read more.

The Central Redevelopment Buffalo Street Project was distributed to members of the Warsaw Redevelopment Commission earlier in the week by Jeremy Skinner, city planner. Skinner advised the commission noted the latest document provides a description of what all the project entails to help begin stages of the project and a property acquisition list. Commission members …read more.