UPDATE: Sheila A. Groninger, 44, est CR 100N, Warsaw, was checked at the scene by paramedics but was not transported to a hospital. Groninger complained of pain to the neck following a two-vehicle accident at 11:52 a.m. The accident was at the intersection of North Lake and West Fort Wayne streets, Warsaw. Groninger’s 2014 Ford …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 5:50 p.m. Saturday, May 9, 1600 block East CR 200N, Warsaw. Gary Wayne Morris reported a battery. 10:52 p.m. Saturday, May 9, 8900 block North Syracuse-Webster Road, Syracuse. Anthony D. Tilson reported an attempted burglary. 5:10 a.m. May 9, 12600 block south SR …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 9:52 p.m. Sunday, May 10, South SR 19, north of West CR 100S, Etna Green. Driver Jordan M. Fraser, 18, West CR 950S, Akron, Hit deer Damage up to $5,000. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 3:59 p.m. …read more.

A new vacuum furnace is now available at Lake City Heat Treating Corp., bringing the company’s vacuum heat treating line to seven.

WARSAW – There’s no doubt that the talent is there for the Warsaw girls track 400 relay team to make its’ mark again this postseason. The race for championships for the quality quartet starts Tuesday night on their home track in the Northern Lakes Conference Meet. The ultimate goal for the team is a place …read more.

The Warsaw girls tennis junior varsity team earned a third-place finish Saturday in the Northern Lakes Conference Tournament. Plymouth totaled 27 points to claim the team championship in the eight-team event contested at WCHS. Concord was second in the team standings with 15 points. Warsaw was third with 13, followed by NorthWood (12), Goshen (10), …read more.

It’s going to be a busy week for the Warsaw girls tennis team. The Tigers will look to make it a productive one as the regular season comes to a close with an eye towards the sectional. Coach Rick Orban’s youthful squad will hope to move up in the final conference standings over the next …read more.

[weaver_youtube RjOxxRja2Jo rel=0] WARSAW – It was setting up for a perfect storm in the Boneyard Saturday night. Then, the dreaded villain in black and white echoed the thunder. The Bone City Rollers thought they had played the ideal trump card, bringing in speedy jammer Sneak A Kat to make a final run for points. …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 1:15 p.m. Friday, May 8, Parker Street near Dubois Drive, Warsaw. Drivers: Mary L. Roberts, 75, CR 75E, Warsaw; David B. Fulkerson, 76, Red Squirrel Court, Warsaw. Roberts pulled out of a parking lot onto Parker Street into the path of Fulkerson, resulting in …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 3:10 p.m. Friday, May 8, 2000 block of E. Center Street, Warsaw, a vehicle hit a traffic light pole and fled the scene. 2:57 p.m. Friday May 8, 1800 block of Deer Trail, Warsaw, report of criminal mischief – broken window. Damage estimated at …read more.

The Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department held its annual Mommy-Son Adventure from 6-8 p.m. Friday May 1, 2015 at the Pete Thorn Center Gymnasium for 74 registered participants.

Noble D. Carpenter, 72, Warsaw, passed away on April 7, 2015, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. He was born on December 14t, 1942, in Plymouth to Erma Lucille Reaker and Harley Meredith Carpenter. He was raised by his mother and step-father, Charles H. King in Lapaz, where he graduated from Lapaz High …read more.

The thunderstorms that rolled through the area early this evening took its toll on the high school athletic scene. The Goshen at Warsaw softball game was postponed and rescheduled for May 12. The Warsaw at Goshen baseball game was also rained out and will also be played on Tuesday. The Wawasee home softball game versus …read more.

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following accident: 7:47 a.m. Friday, May 8, North Indiana Avenue, south of East CR 1400N, Syracuse. Drivers: Christopher Davidsen, 33, Cannal Street, Goshen, and Justin D. Anderson, 33, North Lake Street, Syracuse. Davidson’s vehicle struck the back of the Anderson vehicle. Damage up to $10,000. Warsaw …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw Community High School senior Rashaan Jackson has selected Indiana University–South Bend as home for the next four years, signing a Letter of Intent to play basketball for the Titans. Jackson emerged as a tremendous threat both inside and on the perimeter these recent seasons for the Tigers.  With outstanding athleticism and a …read more.

Kosciusko County Retired Teachers Association will host it’s first meeting of the year Tuesday, May 12, at Miller’s Senior Living Center, 1634 S. County Farm Road, Warsaw. The meeting will begin at 11:30 p.m. followed by a program. Brittany Lyons, director of Kosciusko County Education Development will be the guest speaker. Reservations are requested. The …read more.

Some of you have been wondering what’s the significance of the purple ribbons tied to the trees and lamp posts around downtown Warsaw. And I’m sure a few of you just know you recognize that shade of purple…

Warsaw Fire Department has been called to PetSmart, 640 CR 300N, to investigate a possible gas leak, in front of the store. Motorist should avoid the area. Fire officials responded and did not find any odor. There is no gas service to the business.

Brandon Cory, 17, 602 S. Union St., Warsaw, was arrested Thursday on an adult charge of counterfeiting, a level 6 felony. He was waived to adult court on April 22. According to the motion to waive juvenile jurisdiction, filed April 22, there was probable cause to believe Cory committed an act, which would be a …read more.

Opal L. Shepard Poe, 86 of Warsaw, passed away at 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 6, in Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. On June 18, 1928, Opal was born in Viper, Kentucky to Benton and Katy (Adams) Reynolds. She was united in marriage to Jasper Shepard in 1949, who preceded her in death in 1999. She then …read more.

By SHAYLA NORDMANN Connections Outreach Ministries Connection Outreach Ministries, Warsaw, is hosting an event to help people encounter themselves, the cross and Christ. This event is called “Encounter” and will be hosted beginning at 7 p.m. Friday, May 15, and from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday, May 16. The speaker for this event will …read more.

Gary and Denise (Whitaker) Gross, Warsaw, will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary with an open house hosted by their family from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 30, at New Creation Fellowship Church, 315 N. Cedar St., Warsaw. They were married May 12, 1990, at Pentecostal Lighthouse Church, Warsaw. Rev. Albert Whitaker, grandfather of …read more.

North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following incident: 7:26 p.m. Wednesday, May 6, 5600 block North CR 825E, North Webster. Katarina N. Palacios reported a flower pot being damaged by a vehicle. Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incidents: 8:19 a.m. Thursday, May 7, 1100 block …read more.

A single-vehicle crash last night on the north side of Warsaw has left one local woman in serious condition.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 9:10 p.m. Thursday, May 7, South SR 25, south of West CR 150S, Warsaw. Driver: Trevis A. Smith, 24, South CR 700W, Claypool. Smith swerved to miss a deer, went off right side of road, down a ditch and sideswiped a utility pole. …read more.

WARSAW – After a disastrous weekend at its own Wawasee Invite, the Warriors rebounded in a big way Thursday at the Joe Harris Invite. The Warriors shot a 308 to win by a stroke over host Warsaw at Rozella Golf Course. Tristen Atwood continued to play phenomenal golf of late, shooting a 72 to lead …read more.

WARSAW – The Warsaw girls cross country program will hold a Call Out/Informational Meeting on May 20. All girls interested in running cross country this summer and in the fall for the team should attend. The meeting will be held from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the WCHS Cafeteria. Parents are welcome to attend the meeting. The …read more.

The Warsaw girls tennis team picked up a win on the road Thursday evening at Culver Academies. The Tigers won two of the three singles match to edge the hosts 3-2 in a non-conference match. Ella Knight and Rosie Fleming each won singles matches for Warsaw. Knight posted a 6-0, 6-1 win at No. 2 …read more.

The Warsaw middle school bands will present their Spring Concert “Lights, Camera, Action” at 7 p.m. Monday, May 11 in the Lakeview Auditorium. The concert will include favorites such as “Pirates of the Caribbean,” “May It Be” from “Lord of the Rings,” “Raiders of the Lost Ark,” and “Highlights from Aladdin.” The Combined Edgewood/Lakeview Middle School …read more.

  A female, the lone occupant of what appeared to be a Chevrolet Blazer, was airlifted from the scene of a single vehicle accident, to Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. The accident was at approximately 9:45 p.m. on US 30, just east of the westbound exit ramp to SR 15. The female was reported as being …read more.

By ALYSSA LOWE Manager of Marketing and Communications, Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce will hold the wrap-up third house session at 8 a.m. Friday, May 22, at the Center Lake Pavilion. This public session will allow Kosciusko County business owners and residents to be updated on how the final session at …read more.

Listing of events in and around Kosciusko County.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 5:23 p.m. Wednesday, May 6, 900 block Country Club Drive, Warsaw. Denise A. Ihnen reported the destruction of a picture frame, bowl, clothes and recordings/audio visual. 1:39 p.m. Monday, May 4, 200 block Old Road 30, Warsaw. Whitney Rayann Menzie reported a battery that …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 1:49 p.m. Sunday, May 3, East Main Street east of South Morgan Street, Mentone. Drivers; Margaret L. LaFrance, 39, East Center Street, Bourbon, and Melinda s. Burton, 48, North CR 800E, Rochester. LaFrance passed the Burton vehicle on the right and collided when …read more.

By LAURIE VOSS Circulation Supervisor, Warsaw Community Public Library Everyone has a passion in their lives. With some it’s gardening, maybe reading, crafting, or something totally different. For many it’s cemeteries and genealogy. People interested in genealogy can easily spend hours on genealogy and researching cemeteries. I am so happy that I recently found that …read more.

WARSAW – The Warsaw girls tennis team almost gave Concord its first league loss Wednesday night. Almost. The two teams played a marathon match with the visiting Minutemen prevailing by a 3-2 final in the end in Northern Lakes Conference play at WCHS. The Tigers rallied for a pair of three-set singles wins in the …read more.

WARSAW – The last time the Wawasee baseball team swept a season series from Warsaw, well, as those on Twitter might say, “Only 90’s kids will remember.” It was 1997 and the Warriors completed a 3-1 win in the sectional title against the Tigers, their third win over their rivals that season. The Warriors rolled …read more.

NAPPANEE – The Warsaw boys track team completed its perfect run once again Wednesday night through the Northern Lakes Conference. The Tigers, who have not lost a league dual meet since the 2011 season, beat host NorthWood and Plymouth in the regular-season NLC finale at NorthWood. Warsaw won nine events in topping the Panthers 81-51 …read more.

SYRACUSE – Round two of the Northern Lakes Conference softball season started Wednesday night, and while not the massacre of the first meeting, Wawasee dimed Warsaw, 11-1, in six innings. The big inning again helped Wawasee push in front. An RBI single from Madi Wilson got Wawasee on the board, which was followed by a …read more.

GOSHEN – The Northern Lakes Conference issued its 2014-15 list for the Academic All-Conference for the NLC’s 20 varsity sports and cheerleading. Each school had 10 student-athletes selected, with their participated sports listed with their names. Concord Tori Moore, soccer; Jared Long, soccer; Jenna Landis, tennis; Rae Ann Miller, softball; Alexa Klopfenstein, tennis; Brittney Eichorst, …read more.

At 3:21 p.m. Wednesday, May 6 emergency personnel were called to the Devil’s Backbone area of SR 25 in Warsaw.

The Center Street Community Theatre will hold a meeting, open to the public, on Tuesday, May 12. This meeting will be held at 7 p.m. at the Wagon Wheel Theatre in Warsaw. During this meeting CSCT leadership team members will discuss successes and lessons learned from the theatre’s spring production and will inform attendees about …read more.

A box truck owned by J.G. Cabinet and Counter Inc., Larwill, was damaged after the driver forgot about the height requirements on Hand Avenue, Warsaw, for the railroad viaduct. The box portion of the truck became stuck while going underneath the railroad structure. Todd E. Grube, 35, East Beech Ave., Columbia City, told police he …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 8:05 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, 1600 block East CR 200N, Warsaw. Sally Jo Hobbs reported theft of money, medication, bank checks. 1:39 a.m. Tuesday, May 5, 8000 block South Packerton Road, Claypool. Tammy M. Honeycutt reported a burglary to her residence. Taken was …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 6:43 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, North Parker Street and East Center Street, Warsaw. Drivers: Jacob M. Osborn, 22, Elizabeth Drive, Stevensville, Mich. and Kevin W. Escapule, 33, East Barrington Place, Warsaw. Osburn began to switch travel lanes, in front of Escapule’s vehicle. Damage up …read more.

The National Day of Prayer will be observed locally at noon Thursday, May 7, at the Rodeheaver Auditorium, Winona Lake. “Lord, Hear Our Prayer” is the theme taken from 1 Kings 8:28. Dr. Patrick Kavanaugh, executive director of Christian Performing Artist’s Fellowship, will be the keynote speaker. Music will be provided by members of Masterworks …read more.

WARSAW – The second annual 5K/1-Mile Run, Walk or Roll will be held May 23 at Warsaw Community High School. Last year’s event was a huge success, and this year the 5K will begin at 9 a.m. on the cross country course and will be timed by the Kosciusko Runner’s Association using on-the-bib timing devices. …read more.

The ballot is set for November’s Municipal Election for the city of Warsaw. At this point the only contested race will be for the city council at-large seat between Republicans Cindy Dobbins and Jack Wilhite, and Democrat David Baumgartner. Lynn Christiansen, who was opposed in the primary by Larry Ladd on the Republican ticket, appears …read more.

Charlena “Grace” Randall, 95, passed away at 1:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 5, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. The daughter of Tony and Fredonna (Holderbaum) Baugher, Grace was born Nov. 26, 1919, in Troy Township, Whitley County. On Nov. 3, 1945 she and Paul William Randall were married in Warsaw. She lived most of her life …read more.

DUNLAP – Mother Nature was the only thing that could delay the inevitable Tuesday night. Once the rain passed, it was the Warsaw girls track team once again who reigned supreme in the Northern Lakes Conference. The Tigers, after sitting through a 75-minute delay due to the threatening weather, stormed to another undefeated NLC season …read more.

Ray Porter, 79, passed away at 6:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 5, in Warsaw Meadows Care Center, Warsaw. Ray, born Aug. 1, 1935, in Floyd County, Kentucky, was the son of Walker and Bessie (Frazier) Porter. He lived most of his life in Kosciusko County coming from Kentucky. He was employed by Dalton Foundry for 25 …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw Tiger senior linebacker Darren Schaefer has put on pads and a helmet for the past 10 fall football seasons in Warsaw, and the Tiger senior defensive standout announced where he intends to suit up for his next four. Schaefer, one of the top defenders and mainstays in the Warsaw defense from his …read more.

WARSAW – Few players in orange and black or across the line of scrimmage in recent years played with the finesse, heart, and packed a wallop like Warsaw Tiger defensive specialist Caleb Wooldridge. Not only did the past two years of stellar play gain him statewide attention, it also turned the heads of college programs, …read more.

Results from the first precincts are in for the 2015 Municipal Primary, with 10 of 39 reporting. The first precinct to arrive with ballots, was Warsaw 4-2 at approximately 6:11 p.m. The Warsaw Community School Corp., school referendum has received 982 votes in favor and 596 votes against. In the Warsaw Clerk-Treasurer’s race incumbent Lynne …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw Community High School standout swimmer Spencer Davidson turned in numerous outstanding performances to etch his name in multiple places on the WCHS boys swimming record board. The senior scribed his name in swim lore Tuesday, signing a letter of intent to attend and swim for the IUPUI Jaguars next season. Davidson was …read more.

Residential mortgage lender Ruoff Home Mortgage announced that Kevin Eames was the top loan originator for their Warsaw office for the month of April 2015. Eames has been with Ruoff Home Mortgage since July 2013. The top spot in each branch office is based on the number of closed loans during the month, as compared …read more.

Zimmer today announced that its board of directors has approved the payment of a quarterly cash dividend to stockholders for the second quarter of 2015.

At 3:26 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, emergency personnel were called to the 3700 block of SR 15 in Warsaw for an automobile accident. The vehicle is reportedly is right-side-up in standing water, several feet deep. First responders are reporting extrication may be necessary. According to a Kosciusko County Sheriff’s deputy at the scene, the vehicle …read more.

The Lake City Skiers will be hosting their spring fling fundraiser from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 16 at Center Lake Pavilion in Warsaw.

Voting is well underway at polls throughout Warsaw and the Warsaw Community School Corp. Polls will close at 6 p.m. Voters residing within the city of Warsaw are electing members to the city council and clerk-treasurer, as well as voting on the referendum for Warsaw Community School Corp. Those residing outside the city limits, but …read more.

There will be a rummage sale at Center Park on Detroit Street, Saturday, May 9. The sale will be from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Proceeds from this event will go to 500,000 Churches, a local non–profit organization. “My desire for the Rummage Sale is to raise awareness, funds, and support for our mission to …read more.

Lonnie Sawvel, 66, Warsaw, passed away at 3:10 p.m. Saturday, May 2, 2015, in his residence. Arrangements are currently pending with McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw.

At approximately 11 a.m. this morning, a box truck attempted to travel under the viaduct over Hand Avenue, but didn’t make it.

WARSAW – Warsaw Community High School track and field standout Mariah Harter made it official on Tuesday, inking a letter of intent to attend Huntington University and run track and field for the Foresters. Harter, a four-year letter winner for coach Scott Erba, has been a reliable performer for the Lady Tiger program. Harter’s efforts …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw Tiger sharpshooting guard Nick Sands made it official on Tuesday morning, declaring his intentions to attend Earlham College in Richmond, Ind., and play basketball for the Quakers. Energizing the Tigers backcourt this past season with steady play and solid ball control along with several long-range shots in big moments, Sands was the …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The road to a sectional championship got tougher Monday for several WCHS athletic programs at least for the next couple of years. The IHSAA Executive Committee announced its new sectional assignments for eight sports for the 2015-16 and 20-16-17 school years. The Committee unanimously accepted the recommendations of the respective realignment committees for …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 5:30 a.m. Sunday, May 3, South SR 13 and East CR 550S, Pierceton. Driver: Jeffrey P. Snover, 52, North CR 325E, North Manchester. Hit deer. Damage up to $1,000. 11:39 p.m. Friday, May 1, South Beaver Dam Road, south of South CR 700W, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 9 p.m. Saturday, May 2, 3100 block East Wooster Road, Pierceton. Angela M. Music reported an animal bite. 9:56 a.m. Saturday, May 2, 10800 block North Syracuse-Webster Road, Syracuse. Kenneth D. Johnston reported the theft of old outboard motors. Value: $900. 6:54 p.m. …read more.

WARSAW – A big final frame could not keep Warsaw from a conference baseball loss Monday night. The host Tigers dug a 7-0 hole only to rally with five runs in the final frame in a 7-5 setback to Elkhart Memorial in a Northern Lakes Conference contest. Tyler LaFollette had a big game at the …read more.

WARSAW – It’s year two for “the other team” in town, and the Bone City Rollers are ready to make a name for themselves in Warsaw. After what the roller derby team considered a successful maiden year in 2014, the Rollers are hoping to start their bout season off with a bang Saturday night when …read more.

ELKHART – The Warsaw at Elkhart Memorial softball game Monday appeared, on paper, to be an even matchup. Both teams entered the Northern Lakes Conference contest at 2-4 in league play. Both teams had defeated Goshen and Plymouth for their pair of NLC wins. Both teams entered the game sporting three-game losing streaks to NLC …read more.

  By DAVID SMITH North Central Co-op North Central Co-op’s CountryMark gas station in Warsaw is now offering CountryMark 91 PLUS ethanol-free gasoline. CountryMark’s 91 PLUS ethanol-free gasoline is TOP TIER certified and is ideal for boats, 2-cycle engines, and vehicles not driven regularly. “Every gallon of CountryMark 91 PLUS is refined to exceed customer …read more.

Erik Scott Clark will celebrate his 70th birthday May 6 with a family party. He resides at Peabody Retirement Community in North Manchester. Clark attended Parsons College in Iowa after graduating from North High School in Columbus, Ohio, in 1963. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy from 1967-1969 aboard the Coral Sea, …read more.

By SUMMER ZIMMER Director of Communications and Social Responsibility, Kosciusko Community YMCA As a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y works to help children and teens discover their full potential by providing opportunities to learn and grow. The Kosciusko Community YMCA is encouraging parents to …read more.

As a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y works to help children and teens discover their full potential by providing opportunities to learn and grow. The Kosciusko Community YMCA is encouraging parents to keep their kids physically active and mentally engaged by signing them up …read more.

By TERRI KEIM Administrative Assistant, City of Warsaw Department of Public Works The City of Warsaw Department of Public Works has two more scheduled Saturdays for compost give away. Those Saturdays scheduled are between 8 a.m. and noon, Saturday May 9, and Saturday, May 16. The public is invited to bring trailers, dump trucks, pickup …read more.

Elkhart Offiers with the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 6 p.m. Saturday, May 2, Montgomery Lane, east of Derby Court, north of Goshen. Driver: Andrea Chupp, 34, Milford. Chupp was eastbound on Montgomery Lane when Joseph Dance, 6, Goshen, ran out in front of her vehicle. Chupp swerved to avoid a collision …read more.

The Warsaw community is filled to the brim with little Picassos, and their talent was recognized on Friday, May 1 at Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts.

Robert S. Bennett, 46 of Atwood, passed away at 5:12 p.m. Saturday, May 2,  in his residence. On Feb. 8, 1969, he was born in Warsaw, to Stephen and Linda (Hopkins) Bennett.  He was united in marriage to Brooke Howard on Sept. 1, 1990 in Warsaw, who survives. A lifetime resident of Warsaw, Robert worked …read more.

Donna J. Neher, age 89, of Warsaw, passed away at 12:18 a.m. Thursday, April 30, in Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. She was born Nov. 11, 1925, in Warsaw, to Theodore and Delta “Dot” (Parker) Cummings. She spent many happy years, before retiring working at The Post in Pierceton. She lived a full, happy life in …read more.

UPDATE: At 4:15 p.m. Sunday, May 3, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a single-vehicle crash near the intersection of Deer Run Drive and CR 100E. Upon arrival, first responders found a passenger, identified as Tyler Boocher, 20, Leesburg, ejected from the vehicle, having sustained a head injury. He was airlifted to Lutheran Hospital, Fort …read more.

William H. Smith, 58, of Warsaw, passed away at 12:28 pm Monday, March 30, in Visiting Nurse Hospice Home, Fort Wayne, Indiana. On April 25, 1956, he was born in Warsaw, Indiana to Robert and Janice (Hyde) Smith. He was united in marriage to Patricia Nine on May 27, 1985 in Warsaw, who survives. A …read more.

On May 5 voters will be faced with an opportunity to vote yes or no to a referendum that would allow for the rebuilding of Lincoln Elementary and the remodeling of Washington Elementary and Edgewood Middle School. Lincoln Elementary proposal(all photos provided by WCS) Lincoln Elementary  Though some are concerned about redistricting at Lincoln, the current …read more.

Sandra S. Dye, 67, of Peru, and formerly of Warsaw, was born to eternal life at 11 p.m. on Friday, May 1, 2015, at Grace Village Health Care of Winona Lake. She was born on Aug. 13, 1947, in Sandusky, Ohio, to Robert Henry Stevenson, II and Marion Harriet (Smith) Stevenson. On June 17, 1988, …read more.

KOKOMO – Bringing home the hardware is becoming just second nature to the Warsaw girls track program. Coach Scott Erba’s team claimed another title Saturday by winning the Kokomo Relays. The Tigers, who are undefeated on the season, piled up 142 points to win the event for the fourth straight year. Warsaw has now won …read more.

SYRACUSE – It was a very special day at South Shore Golf Club for Columbia City head coach Andrew Thompson. For the first time in his nine years as the Eagles head coach, his team brought home a first place finish in an invitational. The Eagles were led by a pair of impressive rounds from …read more.

[weaver_youtube lwDD2t31bbI rel=0] WARSAW – From the start, it was a South Bend kind of night. The visiting South Bend Roller Girls took control from the opening whistle, building a 51-point lead quickly and continuing that pace to a 233-103 victory over the Lake City Roller Dolls Saturday night at the Dollhouse. South Bend wasted …read more.

The Warsaw baseball team dropped a twin bill at Valparaiso Saturday. The Vikings took game one 12-2 in five innings and won the nightcap 12-8. Tyler LaFollette had two hits and an RBI for Warsaw in game one. Marselo Rodriguez took the pitching loss for the Tigers. Tyler Ellrich had a home run, double and …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 2:45 p.m. Friday, May 1, 117 Canterbury Lane, Warsaw. Driver: Austin L. Krygowski, 22, Canturbury Lane, Warsaw,. Krygowski attempted to park his vehicle, scrapping the side of a parked vehicle registered to Carrie R. Flannery, Canterbury Lane, Warsaw.  He was found to be intoxicated …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incident: 8:52 a.m. Thursday, April 30, 200 block West Main Street, Warsaw. Michael S. Galbraith reported identity theft. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 10:33 p.m. Friday, May 1, 2500 block East Center Street, Warsaw. Amber L. Burnworth reported …read more.

WARSAW – “Ridiculous” That was the first word that popped out of the mouth of Warsaw boys track coach Matt Thacker Friday night as he heard the final team scores and standings announced for the Max Truex Invitational. The host Tigers impressed their coach with a third-place effort in the eight-team event played out under …read more.

[weaver_youtube xfhYCDK1ymc rel=0] Feet were tapping and dancing along to the tunes resonating throughout downtown Warsaw tonight as guests and musicians alike celebrated the annual Musical May First Friday. The event, which was very well attended, offered a blend of spring, music and community for guests. A wide array of musical stylings were offered during the …read more.

The Warsaw baseball team saved its best for last Friday night. The host Tigers plate four runs in their final at bat to post a big 6-5 win over Concord. Warsaw trailed 5-2 after the Minutemen scored three times in their final at-bat in the top of the seventh inning. The Tigers got a huge …read more.

By MARY KITTRELL Executive Director, Kosciusko County Convention And Visitors Bureau Tourism is big business in Indiana and the Indiana’s Kosciusko County Convention and Visitors Bureau is joining with hundreds of cities, states and travel-related businesses nationwide to recognize the power of the tourism industry with National Travel & Tourism Week, May 4 – 8, 2015. …read more.

Warsaw Board of Works and Public Safety had a full agenda of new business to handle Friday morning with contract, purchase and agreement requests among business. A request by the John C. Peterson American Legion Post No. 49, Warsaw, to close Fort Wayne Street between Buffalo and Lake streets from 8 a.m. until 11 a.m. …read more.

The design and modeling class is a gateway to technology course, part of the Project Lead the Way Program. Designed to be a pre-engineering class, students learn what engineers do and how they use the design process to create new and improved products. In this class, students learn about STEM and how it integrates science, …read more.

Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety approved a storm drain art project. Theresa Sailor, stormwater coordinator, presented the proposal this morning. It was met with excitement and unanimous approval. The memorandum of understanding, approved by the board, is with Grace College and the Center for Lakes & Streams. The memorandum outlines the collaboration efforts …read more.

Peakey Enterprise LLC, located at 114 E. Center St., Warsaw, invited community members and business leaders to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the company’s new location downtown. The business, which is owned by Randall Hankins, offers a variety of software services to clients. From assistance with website creation to app designs for both phones …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 3:39 a.m. Friday, May 1, 7400 block North Blacks Court, North Webster. Erica J. Weisser reported her 1999 Chevrolet stolen. She left her keys in her vehicle over night. 10:11 p.m. Thursday, April 30, 100 block EMS C27C Lane, Warsaw. Dirk E. Sommers …read more.

By VALERIA FISHER Information Services Program Coordinator, Warsaw Community Public Library Adult and teen programs for May: The chess club meets at 10 a.m. Saturdays in May. For beginner or expert, and all ages are welcome. The cookbook club meets from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Monday, May 4. The theme is family favorite recipes. …read more.