Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 6:01 p.m. Wednesday, March 25, East CR 500N, east of North CR 700E, North Webster. Driver: Ellen M. Patterson, 33, North CR 620E, Syracuse. Hit deer. Damage up to $10,000. Warsaw Officers with Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 6:13 p.m. Wednesday, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated 12:08 a.m. Thursday, March 26, 1200 block East Armstrong Road, Leesburg. Max E. Deatsman reported the theft of garage door rails, springs and a garage door opener from a scrap metal pile at Deatsman Grain Farms, School Street, Leesburg, location. Value: $300. Syracuse Officers with the …read more.

By MICHELLE CABRERA Cub Scouts Pack 3736 Warsaw Cub Scout Pack 3736 will be holding a spaghetti dinner benefit from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. Saturday, March 28, at the Trinity United Methodist Church, located at 832 E. Center Street, Warsaw. Cost is $7 per adult and $4 for children ages five to 13. Children …read more.

WARSAW – After making his NHRA racing debut at the AAA Insurance NHRA MIdwest Nationals in September 2014, Warsaw native Kyle Wurtzel was eager to secure a sponsor for the 2015 racing season. Xtreme Edge of Bolingbrook, IL, will be the primary sponsor for the Route 66 NHRA Nationals, which will take place  at the …read more.

Great Scott! It’s almost the end of March, and you know what that means: another First Friday celebration is nearly upon us. That’s heavy. The theme for the April First Friday event is Back To The Future. Organizers have set up a few activities to give patrons a blast from the past. Starting at 6:30 …read more.

Norma Deane Caperton, 83, of Warsaw, passed away at 5:20 a.m. on Wednesday, March 25, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor of Warsaw. She was a resident of Kosciusko County, for the past 22 years where she was a member of Warsaw Evangelical Presbyterian Church. She was a 1949 graduate of Thorton Township High School in …read more.

On Wednesday afternoon, March 25, Warsaw Police narcotics and patrol officers along with the Kosciusko County Drug Task Force served multiple drug warrants in and around Warsaw. In all, police served warrants on nine individuals for various drug related offenses. The following suspects were transported and booked into the Kosciusko County Jail on the charges …read more.

MISHAWAKA – The Warsaw girls track team aced its first test of the outdoor season Wednesday. The Tigers opened action on a chilly day by beating host Penn and South Bend Washington in a triangular contested at Penn High School. Coach Scott Erba’s talented team scored 84 points. Penn finished with 71 and the Panthers …read more.

By employing a customized, more holistic approach to total knee replacement, a new outpatient program from Zimmer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZMH) is finding success in addressing emerging challenges faced by hospitals, physicians and patients considering the procedure. The new Z23™ Outpatient Knee Program uses a simplified surgical approach, a personalized care plan and …read more.

Authorities are currently responding to a transformer fire at Westhaven Estates, 3762 W. Old Road 30, Warsaw. The fire is under control but there are still visible sparks and smoke coming from the transformer.

Cleo “Babe” VanPatten, 94, of Warsaw, passed away on March 24, 2015 at the Warsaw Meadows. Arrangements are currently pending at the Eastlund Funeral Home.

Warsaw Fire Department is responding to a fire at 672 Buck Trail, Warsaw. Initial reports were that flames are coming from the stove/oven. The flames have since been put out and the fire is now under control.  

Kosciusko The following individuals were arrested and booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: March 25 John Edward Uzubell, 57, 9500 E. Ponderosa Drive, North Webster, arrested for intimidation. Bond: $2,000 surety. Nora Katherin Jenkins, 32, 506 W. 9th St., Rochester, arrested for probation violation. Bond: $25,000 surety. Michael A. Hendrickson, 26, 1608 Tippecanoe Drive, Warsaw, …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accident: 7:29 a.m. Wednesday, March 25, East Winona Avenue and South Buffalo Street, Warsaw. Drivers: David L. Adams, 45, East CR 650N, North Webster, and Shannon L. Bassett, 29, East Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw. Adams was unable to slow in time to avoid colliding with …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incident: 3:44 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, 1500 block East Winona Avenue, Warsaw. An individual was found unresponsive behind Fellowship Misson.

Pictured from left, front row: Tammy Stackhouse, Magical Meadows, Tina Rice, Lizzie Rice, John Warren, Old National Bank, and Sandra Parra, Old National Bank; back row: Carl Adams, Adam Reed, John Rhodes, Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer, Wendell Bontrager, Old National Bank, and Molly Hickle, Old National Bank.   Late last year, Old National Bank hosted …read more.

WARSAW – The Warsaw girls track team has two key ingredients this season. The Tigers boast both quality and quantity. It’s a combination that coach Scott Erba expects to see continue the recent run of success by his outstanding program. “We’re big in numbers this year (79) and hopefully we will be big in performances …read more.

Superheroes united for Father’s Night at the Greater Warsaw Cooperative Preschool. The children explored their own personal super powers and enjoyed spending one-on-one time with their dads.  For information about Greater Warsaw Cooperative Preschool, call (574) 267-7300 or visit www.gwcp.org. Pictured from left, front row: Micah Hively, Jude Hively, Nathan Taylor, Brahdee Taylor, Eric Everest, …read more.

Gilbert F. Harshbarger, 93, of Warsaw, passed away at 11:20 p.m. Monday, March 23, 2015, at Lake City Place, Warsaw. He was born on March 8, 1922, to Lee and Ethel (Hill) Harshbarger in Claypool. On June 6, 1941, he married Viora N. Zuver in Hammond. He graduated from Hammond High School, Hammond. He was …read more.

Robert A. Brilliandt, 86 of Warsaw, Indiana passed away at 7:40 p.m. Saturday, March 21, 2015, in Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. He was born Dec. 6, 1928, in Boston, Mass., to Edward and Frances (Cohen) Brilliandt. Robert faithfully served his Country in the United States Army during WWII.  He was a graduate of North Eastern …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 12:51 p.m. Monday, March 23, East Bowser Road, east of North CR 300E, Syracuse. Driver: Tiffany R. Cramer, 20, South Manor Drive, Syracuse. Vehicle slid on snow covered roadway hit mailbox owned by Donald R. Buhrt, East Bowser Road, Syracuse. Damage up to …read more.

Cinderella will find her Prince Charming at Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts this holiday season. The Rodgers and Hammerstein musical has been chosen as the Christmas show and will be performed on weekends between Dec. 4 through the 20. Audience members can relive their childhood with this family-friendly, Tony Award-winning musical. Rodgers and Hammerstein’s …read more.

The “spring” weather continues to cause headaches for high school athletic directors. The forecast for more cold conditions the next several days have already forced the postponement of three events for WCHS. The Warsaw softball scrimmage at Fort Wayne Snider on Thursday (March 26) has been cancelled. The Tigers are scheduled to host Elkhart Central …read more.

Zimmer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZMH) (“Zimmer”) announced today that the Japan Fair Trade Commission has granted clearance of Zimmer’s proposed acquisition of Biomet, Inc. (“Biomet”), thereby satisfying one of the conditions necessary for the consummation of the transaction. The transaction remains subject to the expiration or termination of the applicable waiting periods under …read more.

UPDATE: According to a report from the Warsaw Police Department, at approximately 8:38 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, Jordan R. Snoke, 23, 1829 Crescent Drive, Warsaw, was traveling eastbound on Lake City Highway at a high rate of speed.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 1:58 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, 1701 E. Center St., Warsaw. Driver: Sara B. Berkey, 88, Aster Court, Bourbon. Berkey was backing out of a parking space at Ace Hardware when she hit an unoccupied vehicle. Damage up to $2,500. 6:33 a.m. Tuesday, March …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incident: 10 p.m. Monday, March 23, 600 block South Buffalo Street, Warsaw. Malina Marie Roberts reported a battery.

BOURBON – Triton’s girls tennis team surprised even themselves last season in their march to the sectional finals of the Bremen Sectional. But feelings of both optimism and skepticism surround the Triton team as spring ushers in a new season. Triton seemed to have all the right pieces fall into place last season as the …read more.

Danny Richard Sullivan, 46, passed away at 8 a.m. Saturday, March 21, 2015, at his Warsaw, residence. He was born on June 20, 1968, in Sullivan, to William Richard Sullivan and Janice (Alsman) Finley. He lived in Warsaw for the past five years after moving from Linton. He worked as a final finisher at Frontline Manufacturing, Warsaw, fishing and mushroom hunting. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 11:58 p.m Monday, March 23, Pierceton Road, east of East CR 400S, Pierceton. Chelsea R. Robison-Burkholder, 24, Ranch Road, Warsaw. Robison-Burkholder’s vehicle failed to negotiate a curve, went off the road, and rolled over. She was taken to Kosciusko Community Hospital complaining of …read more.

WINONA LAKE – The Cerulean Restaurant will host a fundraiser Saturday for the WCHS boys golf team. All proceeds from brunch Saturday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. will go to the Warsaw boys golf program. Cost of the brunch is $25 per person.  

William L. “Bill” Hoene, 67, of Warsaw, IN (Chapman Lake) passed away at 3:08 a.m. on Monday, March 23, 2015, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne. He was born on April 11, 1947, in Effingham, to Frank Henry and Emma Catherine (Repking) Hoene. He grew up in Effingham, graduated in 1965 from St. …read more.

Authorities are currently responding to an accident at 175 E. 8 Square Road, Warsaw. The driver reportedly lost control and struck a utility pole. The driver is being transported to Kosciusko Community Hospital for further treatment.  

The sky seems to be the limit for our very own Lakeview Tigers this year. Last Thursday night, the Lakeview Middle School Academic Super Bowl team rocked the competition during the Warsaw Academic Super Bowl Invitational at Wawasee Middle School. Academic Super Bowl, a competition of the mind, requires that students learn everything there is …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 11:41 a.m. Monday, March 23, 2235 Dubois Drive, Warsaw. Driver: Anne M. Stevenson, 42, East CR 250S, Warsaw. Stevenson was pulling out of a parking space when she struck a parked car. Damage up to $2,500. 4:31 p.m. Sunday, March 22, Oak Brook Place, …read more.

Noah’s Ark Preschool is now accepting registration for 2015-2016. This year the preschool will be offering two programs: a three-day, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday program and a five-day, Monday through Friday program. Instruction includes hands-on activities to teach all curricular subjects: Bible, math, science, language arts, music, art and physical education. Our program is built …read more.

By DANIEL ALTMAN Indiana Department of Education The Indiana Department of Education has announced the recipients of the 2015 math science Partnership grants. Math science Partnership grants provide funds for sustained, intensive and classroom focused professional development for educators aligned with state and local standards and mathematics and science curricula. Warsaw Community Schools, partnered with …read more.

By JONI TRUEX Secretary, Kiwanis Club of Warsaw Three Kiwanis Club of Warsaw members were recently recognized for their contributions to the Eliminate project. Eliminate Chairman Michael Bergen; President Renea Salyer and Secretary Joni Truex, were each presented with a Hixson award. In order to receive the Hixson, a member must contribute over $1,000 to …read more.

Glenn W. Grimm, 93, passed away at 6:25 p.m. Sunday, March 22, 2015, at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. He was born on June 26, 1921, in Nappanee, to Harvey G. Grimm and Lenora (Stackhouse) Grimm. He was a 1939 graduate of Atwood High School, Atwood. He married H. Lucille Williamson on Nov. 25, 1944, in Anniston, Ala. Glenn entered the …read more.

The National Weather Service has issues a hazardous weather outlook and special weather statement for northern Indiana. Periods of snow can be expected during the day throughout the region. Accumulations of 1 to 3 inches may be possible on grassy areas, and slick road conditions could occur during heavier periods of snowfall. The snow is …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 6:45 p.m. Sunday, March 22, East CR 1300N, east of North Warner Road, Syracuse. Driver: Joshua R. Olejniczak, 16, North Sir Lancelot Lane, Cromwell. Olejniczak reported a flock of turkeys crossed his path resulting in him leaving the roadway and crashing. Olejniczak was …read more.

Warsaw Police received a call around 7 p.m. Saturday, March 21, from a local hotel after receiving several complaints of the strong odor of marijuana. Officers arrived and were directed to the location where they were met by the renter of the room, George Bolden. Bolden informed the officers that he had smoked marijuana but …read more.

WEST LAFAYETTE – Another record-setting performance by one its relay teams highlighted the efforts of the Warsaw girls track team Saturday. The Tigers, competing in the Hoosier State Relays Indoor State Meet at Purdue University, totaled 17 points to tie for 13th place. The 4 X 200 relay team of Sam Alexander, Mariah Harter, Tennie …read more.

SYRACUSE – More than 600 people watched Wawasee’s softball offseason motivation begin as Leo celebrated a regional title in Syracuse last June. Most of the Lady Warriors have been counting down to the season on social media and in offseason training ever since, especially when Leo won the Class 3-A softball state title. “I don’t …read more.

What was formerly Day Chiropractic at 118 W. Market St. in downtown Warsaw is now AlignLife. Dr. Kevin Day is still at the helm of the operation but there will now be many other services offered besides just chiropractic adjustments. The new AlignLife hosted an open house on Saturday featuring free food from Mad Anthony’s, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incident: 8:46 p.m. Friday, March 20, 1600 block East CR 200N, Warsaw. Sara Montoya reported a vehicle leaving the scene of an accident. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 11:39 p.m. Friday, March 20, 2500 block Walton Boulevard, Warsaw. …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accident: 10:32 p.m. Friday, March 20, Jalynn Street and North Detroit Street, Warsaw. Drivers: Paige M. Smiley, 17, Heide Lane, Milford, and Caprial L. Marie Conner, 18, East Hill Street, Wabash. Conner struck Smiley’s vehicle as both were attempting to pull into a parking lot. …read more.

Friday night marked Baker Youth Club’s first “March Madness” fundraiser since moving into its new facility on East Smith Street. The new venue allowed for a more basketball-focused feel as several competitions were held at the facilities numerous hoops. The night was highlighted by a half-court shot made by BYC volunteer Ronnie Shoemaker. There had …read more.

By CHERYL SHEPHERD Employment Specialist, Grace College and Seminary The annual Kosciusko Human Resource Association spring seminar will be coming to Warsaw Community Church for two days, from 8:15 a.m. until 4:45 p.m. Thursday, April 16, and the same hours on Friday, April 17. The church is located at 1855 S. County Farm Rd., Warsaw. …read more.

By DANI BARKEY Chief Accountability Officer, Warsaw Community Schools The Edgewood Academic Superbowl Team won the NELMSC Conference Title at the Thursday, March 19 competition. Congratulations to: Math Team — Coach Howett, Anthony Bass, Nolan Knight, and Jarrett Orr Social Studies Team — Coach Fisher, John Harrelson, Katie Lauck, and Kyle Sensibaugh Science Team — …read more.

Dennis L. ‘Mooch Man’ Hersch, 62 of Warsaw, passed away at 8:39 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, 2015, in Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. On May 23, 1952, he was born in Warsaw, to Frank J. and Bonnie J. (Blankenship) Hersch. He served our country in the U.S. Army from 1969–1972 during the Vietnam Conflict with 52 Bravo …read more.

Lillian McConnell, 97, passed away at 2:08 a.m. Thursday, March 19, 2015, in Presence Sacred Heart Home, Avilla. Lillian was born in Pierceton, on April 3, 1917, to Elmer Defoe and Cloe Pearl (Stayer) Cress. On June 21, 1936, she became the wife of Richard McConnell. Living most of her life in Warsaw, Lillian was …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 2:31 p.m. Thursday, March 19, East CR 1000S, east of South Packerton Road, Silver Lake. Driver: Aisha C. Harris, 19, East Portside Drive, Warsaw. Harris over corrected her vehicle when it went off the road causing it to go off the opposite side …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 10:59 p.m. Thursday, March 19, 3700 block West Old Road 30, Warsaw. Andrea N. French reported the theft of medication. 6:21 p.m. Thursday, March 19, 4500 block East Woodland Acres Drive, Syracuse. James Shofner reported a fraudulent charge on a credit card. 12:15 …read more.

Local rock band Gunslinger has updated its calendar of upcoming shows. The group, comprised of Ryne Shaden – guitar and vocals, Pete Weicht – bass, Matt Hopkins – drums and Rich Applegate – guitars and vocals, can be found rocking area bars and clubs. Known for their upbeat mix of country, rock and metal, the …read more.

Local rock band Hotline has updated its calendar of upcoming shows. The group, comprised of Phil Smith – lead vocals and rhythm guitar; Royal Saksa-Smith – bass, guitar and lead vocals; Bruce Daugherty – lead guitar and lead vocals and Rob Smith – drums, percussion and vocals, can be found rocking area bars and clubs. …read more.

Ruth Ellen Wilson, 79 of Warsaw, passed away at 10:20 a.m. Thursday, March 19, 2015 in Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. On Sept. 29, 1935, she was born in Marion to Carolyn (Mosley) and Elbert Sullivan. She was united in marriage to Don Wilson on June 27, 1954 in Peru, who survives. Ruth moved to Warsaw …read more.

Mason Health and Rehabilitation, a TLC Management facility, was awarded the 2015 Embracing Quality Award by the American Health Care Association during its quality symposium Feb. 24. Mason Health and Rehabilitation was recognized as being a top performer in quality. Only 301 skilled nursing facilities across the US and Canada were honored and recognized as …read more.

Cap’n Bob, the Singin’ Skipper from the North Webster Dixie Boat Tour will sing and entertain live at Kosciusko Community Senior Services, 800 N. Park Ave., Warsaw on Tuesday, April 7. Dinner provided by Miller’s Merry Manor will be served at 5 p.m. with Cap’n Bob performing at 6 p.m. Handicapped van transportation will be …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 Wagon Wheel Theatre Almost Maine – 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 20 and Saturday, March 21; 2 p.m. Sunday, March 22. Tickets are $12. Kosciusko County Fairgrounds FWF Entertainment …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department responded to the following accidents: 12:58 p.m. Thursday, March 19, 2501 Walton Blvd., Warsaw. Drivers: Stephanie M. Overbey, 39, South CR 675W, Silver Lake, and Michael B. Clark, 25, East Mohr Road, Greenfield. Overbey ran into Clark’s vehicle in the Wal-Mart parking lot. Damage up to $10,000. 10:30 …read more.

Martha M. Shepherd, 89 passed away at 8:15 a.m. Wednesday, March 18, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. She was born on Nov. 20, 1925 in Wabash, to Walter Middleton and Bertha B. (Pattie) Middleton. She was a 1943 graduate of Wabash High School. She was married to Claude Shepherd on July 7, 1952, in Silver Lake. She spent most of her …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: Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Pamela Alonzoponce, Warsaw, $2,062.20 David A. Forney, Etna Green, $1,758.53 Kamarin Gochenour, Warsaw, $982.50 Clistie M. Hoskins, Claypool, $1,420.03 Jennifer R. LaFollette, Warsaw, …read more.

Daniel Ybarra, 31, East CR 800S, Claypool, was given a break by Kosciusko Superior Court Judge David Cates when he was sentenced this morning for the April 24 robbery of Lassus Handy-Dandy, Warsaw. His plea agreement was accepted — he pleaded guilty to armed robbery, a class B felony, with the charges of theft and …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 5:14 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, intersection of Detroit Street and Pope Street, Warsaw. Drivers: Shannon L. Dickey, 23, SR 14, Silver Lake; Robert R. Gillespie, 22, Millcreek Pike, Wabash. Dickey did not see Gillespie, entered the intersection and made contact with Gilespie’s vehicle. Damage …read more.

Emergency personnel are currently testing the tornado sirens in preparation for the spring season. Routine testing will commence in Warsaw and surrounding towns.

Donald L. Quine, 97, passed away at 4:20 a.m. Wednesday, March 4, 2015, at Hearth at Tudor Gardens, Zionsville. He was born Dec. 17, 1917, in Warsaw, to Clayton Leroy Quine and Edith Alzina (Archer) Quine. Donald was a 1935 graduate of North Webster High School; studied refrigeration and air conditioning by correspondence from Utilities Engineering in Chicago following …read more.

Yesterday evening 49 teams from area businesses and organizations competed in the Warsaw Education Foundation’s annual community quiz bowl fundraiser. The event, which was was held from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the WCHS Tiger Den featured five-person teams that cooperatively formulated one answer to questions from a variety of categories. Categories included academics, …read more.

By SUMMER ZIMMER Kosciusko Community YMCA Make sure your kids don’t get bored this Spring Break; send them to the Spring Break Camp at the Parkview Warsaw YMCA at 1305 Mariners Drive. Monday, April 6 through Friday, April 10, kids will spend each day jam packed with learning and activity. The program runs from 6 …read more.

  A local student is combining her talent and heart for charity to make a big difference for a local organization. Macy Miller, an eighth grade student at Lakeview Middle School has been volunteering Friday mornings at Fellowship Missions for approximately three months. Miller was inspired to donate her time after a presentation at her …read more.

By AMY MANN Technical Assistant, Children’s Services, Warsaw Community Public Library The public library is all about the books, right? Knowledge is power. Let’s think about that assertion. Scientists have found that when gifted children solve problems, increased electrical activity appears in both hemispheres of the brain. It appears that for the brain to work …read more.

Pictured is the cast of Center Street Community Theatre’s production of “Almost Maine, top from left: Melissa Jordan, Jennifer K Shepherd, Ian Christensen, Gerald Cox, Kayley Herbruck, Madisson Heinl; center from left: Justin Weaver, Phil Herbruck, Greg Teghtmeyer, Kristian Depue; bottom from left: Tara Akers, Sarah Mumford, Janeen Kooi   The Center Street Community Theatre …read more.

Patricia Ann Walters, 81 of Warsaw, passed away at 1:56 a.m. Tuesday, March 17, 2015 in Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester. On Jan. 11, 1934, Patricia was born in Floyd County, Ky. to Eddrell and Opal (Stanley) Miller. She was united in marriage to Gene Walters on April 20, 1951 in Paintsville, Ky., who preceded …read more.

Grace College and Seminary President Dr. Bill Katip testified on Monday, March 16, in favor of the Proposed Indiana Religious Freedom Restoration Act, also known as Senate Bill 101. The bill, which passed with a 9-4 vote by the Indiana House Judiciary Committee, will now progress to the full House for consideration. Supporters of the hotly debated …read more.

By SCOTT WILEY Director of Development, Lakeland Christian Academy There are three upcoming events at Lakeland Christian Academy. Open House From 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Thursday, March 19, come learn more about Lakeland Christian Academy at our open house. Our home is your home as we invite you to tour our 40-acre campus and …read more.

By BRITTANY LYON Director, Kosciusko County Educational Development Kosciusko County Educational Development student, Logan Dickerson, poses for a picture outside of her KC-Ed class. Logan is a Junior who is learning how to stay focused in class to be able to finish her tasks. Her coach, Mike Casey, says “A strength that Logan possesses is …read more.

The Warsaw Community School Board of Trustees met Monday evening for a short, to-the-point monthly regular board meeting. The meeting offered a chance for recognition of several individuals including students, staff and community members. Among those recognized was Lori Davila, a Washington fourth grader student whose extraordinary efforts saved her grandmother’s life. Davila shared her …read more.

By ANGIE DVORAK Assistant Vice President, Public Relations, 1st Source Bank 1st Source Bank announces the promotion of Doug Baumgardner to assistant vice president. Baumgardner joined the bank last year as a Business Banker in Warsaw. He has 12 years of financial and banking experience. He received an MBA from Indiana University and a B.S. …read more.

FORT WAYNE – The Warsaw boys track team scored a second-place team finish Saturday in the New Haven Bulldog Indoor Invitational held at IPFW. Carroll totaled 75 points in the Open Division, while coach Matt Thacker’s Tigers scored 63. Leading the way for Warsaw by earning qualifying spots in the Indoor State Meet on March 21 …read more.

  By BARB SMOLEN Executive Director, Warsaw Education Foundation The Warsaw Education Foundation, a not-for-profit organization that champions academic innovation and excellence in Warsaw Community Schools, is hosting the Annual Community Quiz Bowl fund-raiser 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, at the WCHS Tiger Den. Competing are 49 teams from area businesses and …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 9:38 p.m. Sunday, March 15, intersection of North CR 100E and East CR 350N, Warsaw. Drivers: Madison C. Massie, 17, EMS T17A Lane, Leesburg; Hugo F. Alvarez, 21, Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Massie rear-ended Alvarez at the stop sign. Damages up to $10,000 …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 6:35 p.m. Saturday, March 14, 1300 block of Maplecrest Street in Warsaw, two dogs were allowed to stray and attacked another dog. 3:30 p.m. Saturday, March 14, 4900 block of East CR 1200N, Syracuse, report of criminal mischief. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw …read more.

Zimmer’s Vivacit-E Vitamin E Highly Crosslinked Polyethylene (HXPE) is a high-tech bearing surface offering oxidative stability and low wear that has already become a staple of the company’s replacement products for the knee, hip and elbow. Its introduction into the Trabecular Metal Reverse Shoulder System is designed to meet the growing demand for shoulder replacement. …read more.

Laura L. Newby, 53, of Warsaw, passed away at 11:12 a.m. Sunday, March 15, 2015, in Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. She was born Jan. 19, 1962, in Warsaw to Raymond and Edith (Lynch) Newby. A lifetime Warsaw resident she was employed by Grace Village, Winona Lake in food service. She was an animal lover, especially …read more.

The Warsaw girls track team put together some record-setting performances over the weekend. Sam Alexander led the way for the Tigers in indoor qualifying meets for the Indoor State Finals set for March 21 at Purdue University. Standout Alexander broke her own school record in the long jump with a leap of 18-3. That performance …read more.

Warsaw Officers with Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accident: 4:01 p.m. Friday, March 13, East Winona Avenue, east of East Smith Street, Warsaw. Drivers: Richard S. Martin, 40, South 50W, Claypool, and Heidi A. Bedford, 26, Mineral Springs Avenue, Winona Lake. Martin’s vehicle struck the back of Bedford’s vehicle. Damage up to $5,000.

HUNTINGTON – The end of the road came for both Reagan Atwood and Jazzmine Brown at the Huntington North Gymnastics Regional Friday night. Atwood, a freshman for Wawasee, competed in the all-around and scored a 35.025 to finish ninth overall and did not qualify in any of her four single events. Brown, a senior for …read more.

Walter Rohr, 53, of Warsaw, passed away at 12:26 a.m. Friday, March 13, 2015, in his residence. He lost the fight of his life to lung cancer with his loving family and dear friends by his side. He was born Jan. 16, 1962, to Juanita (Hannah) Rohr Lilly in Pontiac, Mich., who survives. He was …read more.

Eugene M. Marvel, 91, died at 1:45 a.m. Friday, March 13, 2015, at Mason Health and Rehabilitation, Warsaw. He was born on Dec. 14, 1923, in Warsaw, to Everett and Edna A. (Rosbrugh) Marvel. He married Edith Edington on Feb. 1, 1947, in Alexander. She survives. Marvel entered the U.S. Army on March 27, 1943, …read more.

Miller’s Merry Manor, 1630 S. County Farm Road, Warsaw, will host a cookout to benefit the American Legion Women’s Auxiliary from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, March 20. The meal will include hot dogs, hamburgers, sides and drinks, all for $5 per person. Carry-out will be available and there will be a bake sale …read more.

By TIM DOMBROSKY Assistant City Planner, City of Warsaw Last year the board of directors of K21 Health Foundation approved a major investment in the Community Ride+Walk movement with a 3-1 matching grant of $375,000. The funds were to be used to redesign Market Street with a world class trail, encouraging local donations knowing that …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 2:26 p.m. Thursday, March 12, Walton Boulevard, Warsaw. Drivers: William Shepherd, 66, South SR 15, Claypool, and Lena Heintzleman, 73, East Wooster Road, Pierceton. Both drivers were parked in parking spaces on the opposite side of isle and began to back at the same …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw Community High School will host its physical night Monday, April 20, from 6-8 p.m. at the WCHS Career Center gymnasium. Any child that plans to try out for a Warsaw Community School sports team, whether in elementary, middle school or high school in the 2015-16 school year, must have a physical on …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 Barbee Landing St. Patty’s Day Party featuring the music of Out By 8 – 9 p.m. Saturday, March 14 The Downtown Otitis Media – 10 p.m. Saturday, March …read more.

Thomas Glen Hursey Kosciusko County and Syracuse officers have charged a fifth subject in connection to the Feb. 19 murder of two Syracuse residents. Thomas Glen Hursey, 27, 677 Walter Way Court, Warsaw, has been arrested on two counts of murder, both A felony charges; aiding, inducing or causing robbery with serious bodily injury, a …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: Martin Financial Management v. Daniel L. Blue, Goshen, $1,902.33 Colliers Heating and Air Conditioning v. Joshua Brooks, Warsaw, $183 Cory Johnson, Cromwell, $188 Jennifer Lucas, Winona Lake, …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 5:58 p.m. Wednesday, March 11, North Park Avenue and East Center Street, Warsaw. Drivers: Anna B. Burnett, 88, North Park Avenue, Warsaw, and Kimberly A. Cano, 28, Wooster Road, Winona Lake. Burnett’s vehicle struck the Cano vehicle while turning onto Center Street. Damage up …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 9:09 p.m. Wednesday, March 11, 900 block Anchorage Road, Warsaw. Officers were called to a fight involving a knife at Shamrock Village. 1:33 p.m. Wednesday, March 11, 1300 block Gable Drive, Warsaw. Angela K. Cox reported her vehicle broken into and her purse stolen.

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. Friday, March 27. The event will be held at the Community Career Center located at 751 Anchorage Point Drive, Warsaw. They will be seeking individuals to fill a variety of …read more.

C. Craig Doran, 60, passed away at 2:06 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015, at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. He was born on Jan. 5, 1955, in Warsaw, to Byron C. Doran and JoAnn (Cole) Doran. He was a 1973 graduate of Mentone High School and a 1977 graduate of Butler University where he was a member …read more.