Regarded as one of the nation’s best regional theaters, The Wagon Wheel Theatre’s professional productions have been a marriage of excellence spanning 58 years. What better way to celebrate the Wagon Wheel Theatre’s 400th professional production than a cleverly funny show about marriage and commitment, “The Wedding Singer,” running through Saturday, July 27. “The Wedding …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court Filings Mortgage Foreclosures The following mortgage foreclosures have been awarded in Kosciusko County Courts: US Bank National Association v. Timothy Godbey, Cromwell, $105,385.98 Superior Court II The following traffic infractions have been filed in Kosciusko Superior Court II, Judge James Jarrette presiding: Speeding – James Lanie, Michigan City, …read more.

A Warsaw man was flown to a Fort Wayne hospital Wednesday night after he was ejected from his vehicle in an accident near Atwood. Cody Slone, 21, of North 750 West, Warsaw, was eastbound on Old Road 30 at about 10 p.m. when, according to a Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department report, he apparently drove his …read more.

A company from Kosciusko County has earned a place in Indiana’s sixth annual field of “Companies to Watch.” The local company to be honored is Warsaw-based Sportula Products, a retailer and supplier of officially licensed sports team spatulas, coasters and barbecue sets. “The entrepreneurial spirit soars in this year’s class of ‘Companies to Watch’,” said …read more.

A report just released by a coalition of medical device lobbying groups said the medical device sales tax enacted under the Affordable Care Act has already cost the orthopedics manufacturing industry $1 billion. According to the Medical Imaging & Technology Alliance and the Medical Device Manufacturers Association, the 2.3 percent medical device tax is costing …read more.

Three years ago, Chad Zaucha came to the Kosciusko Community YMCA looking for an opportunity for growth and to impact more lives as the executive director of the organization. He had made the move from a smaller YMCA branch in Brazil, Ind. Now in midst of leading a very successful capital campaign to build a …read more.

A Fort Wayne contractor was awarded a construction contract to renovate the third floor of Warsaw City Hall. Harold McComb & Sons was one of four bidders in the process that will involve nearly $300,000 in renovations. Bids from Ideal Construction and Milestone Construction, both of Warsaw, Harold McComb & Sons of Fort Wayne and …read more.

Each year, high school and college students are given the opportunity to apply for the Woodies Supermarket Scholarship Fund. This year, 16 high school and 10 college students were awarded scholarships totaling $24,000 to pursue their academic careers. Woodies Supermarket Scholarship Fund was founded in 1978 by Woodie and Devota Schramm. Woodie was a businessman …read more.

Kosciusko County The following individuals were recently booked into the Kosciusko County Jail: July 16, 2013 Christina Meade, 39, 3821 E. 450 S., Warsaw, arrested for battery resulting in a bodily injury. Bond: $1,500 Talen Wade Townsend, 27, 920 Anchorage Rd., Warsaw, arrested for a parole violation. No bond. Amanda Christine Gibson, 32, 3104 E. …read more.

Warsaw Area Career Center Co-Op Work-Based Learning students recently honored their supervisors at an Employer Appreciation Luncheon at the Grand Ballroom in the Wyndham Gardens in Warsaw. The Co-Op students and Mrs. Angela Heinsman, Work-Based Learning coordinator, expressed their appreciation to their supervisors for their guidance and understanding in helping them pursue their dreams by …read more.

Grace College and Seminary is excited to announce the launch of a new electronic publication, “Faith and Scholarship Bulletin,” for the benefit of faculty, alumni, potential students and donors. This annual publication is the latest initiative by the Office of Faith, Learning and Scholarship, aiming to facilitate and highlight academic and scholarly engagement. The inaugural …read more.

A federal mandate means Warsaw residents will soon seen an increase in their sewage bills for storm water management. Brian Davison, wastewater utility manager for the city, presented a contract to the Board of Public Works and Safety this morning explaining that the regulations means Warsaw will implement a stormwater utility division. Under the Indiana …read more.

Milton Leo Mauk, 88, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 9:35 a.m. Tuesday, July 16, 2013, in Mason Healthcare and Rehabilitation of Warsaw. He was born July 23, 1924, in Cumberland, Md., to Leslie and Pearl Mauk. On June 6, 1947, in Goshen, Ind., he was united in marriage to Donna Craig who preceded him on …read more.

Kathleen Miller, 90, of Goshen, Ind., and formerly of Kosciusko County, Ind., passed away at 2:10 a.m. Tuesday, July 16, 2013, in Indiana University Health Goshen Hospital, Goshen. She was born Oct. 7, 1922, in Adair County, Ky., to Jesse P. and Tina (Burton) Powell. She was a 1940 graduate of Messiah Academy, Grantham, Pa. …read more.

Wendy K. Burchett, 47, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 3:45 p.m. Tuesday, July 16, 2013. She was born in Warsaw on June 11, 1966, to Dean and Lois (Hivley) Blanton. She graduated from Warsaw High School in 1985. She married Dan Burchett in Warsaw on June 16, 1984. She was a homemaker. Wendy enjoyed …read more.

This week’s Pets of the Week come from the Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County. Booker is a black Curly-Coated Retriever mix about 2 1/2 years old and neutered. He was surrendered to the AWL on Feb. 21 because his owners were moving and couldn’t keep him. Booker is a very happy go lucky dog …read more.

A month-long undercover investigation concluded last night with the arrests of four Warsaw individuals, all accused of dealing cocaine. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department deputies arrested Jesus V. Chavera IV, 26; Kira Ann Courson, 21; Melvin Santana-Slone, 30; and Micah Benjamin Goss, 22, all of Warsaw. The four were taken into custody near U.S. 30 and …read more.

Organizers for the fifth annual Ride For Life and Heartline Pregnancy Center invite the public to New Life Christian Church and World Outreach in Warsaw, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 20, for a  motorcycle ride. The event is free for spectators. The entry fee is $20 for a single motorcycle rider with a …read more.

Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host free Community Canoeing from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, July 23, at Center Lake Beach. Canoes and equipment will be available for the public to use during the event. Canoes are first-come, first-served and may be used in timed increments.  No registration is required, however, each participant …read more.

[weaver_youtube wVo3GlB9BKQ rel=0] Emergency officials have called off the search for a little girl who allegedly jumped into deeper waters of Pike Lake and failed to emerge. Jerry Hoerdt with the Department of Natural Rescources told Stacey Page they have concluded a “very thorough search” of the area of the lake using sonar and have …read more.

Kosciusko County The following individuals were recently booked into the Kosciusko County Jail: July 16, 2013 Ruth Tackett, 45, 315 N. Parker St., Warsaw, arrested for false informing-commission of a crime, possession of paraphernalia marijuana and failure to appear. Bond: $31,000 Dustin Ray Hileman, 21, 9691 E. Pixie Parkway, Cromwell, arrested for operator never being …read more.

A recent rumor circulating that a Warsaw business has banned all personal firearms on company premises is not entirely accurate. Following the posting of a new sign regulating the presence of firearms outside of Da-Lite’s facility, rumors began circulating that the business had banned firearms both inside and outside of their buildings. The alleged ban …read more.

During a meeting of the Kosciusko County Fire Association on Thursday, the discussion centered around a recent announcement by Multi-Township EMS that Lutheran Air is to be the first called medical helicopter in the event of traumatic injuries. (See story) Still without input from Kosciusko Community Hospital or Lutheran Air, both of which were contacted …read more.

This fall the Kosciusko Community YMCA will be offering its first ever Adventure Race, Mission to Mariner, in partnership with Metzger Outdoors. The race will be a family friendly community event to raise funds toward shaping the future of the community by building a new Y. Starting at the current Smith Street YMCA facility, the …read more.

Parking regulations in downtown Warsaw are changing. A vote by the Warsaw Common Council last night means that while much of the downtown will remain at 2-hour limits, free parking spaces have also been made available. On the diagram, areas marked in purple will be converted to free unlimited parking. Those areas in blue will …read more.

A study by Ball State University and the city of Warsaw examining especially the East Market Street area and the Gatke building property has been completed and ready to be presented to the public. Additionally, two more public workshops are being planned to gather information for Warsaw’s future growth. “Imagine Warsaw” was the theme for …read more.

The events of Dec. 14, 2012, in Newton, Conn., was a day that propelled both school and government officials from coast to coast to immediately consider and review safety measures in schools. It was on that day when 20 elementary school students and six adults at Sandy Hook Elementary School lost their lives at the …read more.

Debra Collier’s School of Dance is excited to announce the kickoff of their newest class program, “Art of Praise.” “This liturgical style class will combine the art of dance with the heart of praise,” said program creator Tammy Seibold. “The class will focus on how the students use dance to express themselves and convey the …read more.

IU Health Goshen Physicians Syracuse Family Medicine is adding several vital services to better serve the community. Services will include OB/GYN, heart and vascular care, orthopedics and physical therapy. The public is invited to learn more about the service expansion during an open house from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 18. IU Health …read more.

Poly-wood Inc., the Syracuse-based maker of recycled plastic furniture, recently donated tables, chairs and benches to the Harold Schrock Youth Sports Complex, in Syracuse. The complex is currently in its second phase of raising funds. Money raised or donated at this time will go toward bleachers and lighting for two of the fields. Dick Pelletier, …read more.

Warsaw Code Enforcement Officer Larry Clifford, left, and Warsaw Building Commissioner Todd Slabaugh inspect the interior of a house at 1405 Ranch Rd., Warsaw, that will be demolished unless the owners come up with funding for repairs in the next 30 days. (Photo by Stacey Page) The owners of a dilapidated property at 1405 Ranch …read more.

Frontier Airlines has announced it will depart from South Bend Airport for the final time on Tuesday, Sept. 10. Frontier began service at SBN on Oct. 11, 2012, with continual service to Denver four times weekly on a 138-seat Airbus 319 aircraft. Load factors have ranged from 70 percent to a peak of 85 percent …read more.

Indiana Conservation Officers participated in a national boating while intoxicated awareness campaign from June 28-30 titled, “Operation Dry Water.” Last year’s ODW results tabulated 10 Boating While Intoxicated arrests throughout the state during the 3 day campaign. A total of 92 Indiana Conservation Officers participated in the 2013 campaign and logged 836.5 hours of boat …read more.

It’s been several years since an air show was featured in Warsaw, but it’s happening this year and it promises to be a big event. The 2013 Air Show of Warsaw and EAA Fly-In will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, at the Warsaw Municipal Airport. Events will include air …read more.

Dr. Kevin Roberts, counseling professor and chair of the Behavioral Science Department at Grace College and Seminary, received the Alva J. McClain Award for Excellence in Teaching this spring. The award is given every 2 years to a full-time teacher who not only exhibits excellent academic quality in the classroom but also inspires and infuses …read more.

Indiana Conservation Officers are currently seeking those responsible for a fish kill in a small creek and private pond in Sidney. According to the Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division, at 5 p.m. Saturday, Conservation Officer Keith Dinn and IDEM representative Greg Carter responded to a call from a private land owner near SR …read more.

The year 2013 has been a very eventful time for asteroids and comets. We have recently experienced a near-Earth flyby of Asteroid 2012DA14. Unbelievably, on the very same day, an undiscovered asteroid 65 feet in diameter entered the Earth’s atmosphere over central Russia at a speed in excess of Mach 50 and exploded with a …read more.

Parkview Health, northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio’s largest healthcare provider, recently announced it will partner with the Kosciusko Community YMCA as a part of the newly planned Y facility to be built at U.S. 30 and Mariner Drive. As partners, the two will collaborate to help foster family and employee health and wellness in Kosciusko …read more.

God’s Highway To Heaven Church, 555 Webber St., Warsaw, will be hosting Vacation Bible School, with the theme Kingdom Rock, beginning today and running through Friday, July 19. VBS will be from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. nightly. All kids age 2 years to 13 year old are invited to come and participate in “Rock …read more.

Austin Valentine (Photo courtesy of Caring Bridge) The 14-year-old Warsaw boy critically injured when he was struck by a vehicle while riding his skateboard is making some progress. According to a Caring Bridge page set up to share Austin Valentine’s progress, the teen is being kept in a medically induced coma, but he has become …read more.

[weaver_youtube IfEERnxzIX0 rel=0] Men and women tested the strengths and girths of their stomach yesterday during the annual Kosciusko County 4-H Fair Hot Dog Eating Contest. The contest featured two timed rounds for male contestants and one timed round for female contestants. Contestants were given five minutes to consume as many hot dogs as possible. After …read more.

Stephen ‘Steve’ Allan Devenney, 65, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 7:15 p.m. on Friday, July 12, 2013, at Miller’s Merry Manor of Warsaw. He was born on Aug. 28, 1947, in Warsaw, Ind., to Inez Marie (Galbreath) Devenney and Robert Ray Devenney. He was a 1965 graduate of Warsaw High School, he then attended …read more.

Donating money is not the only way to save lives. In fact, you could save up to three lives without spending a cent. The American Red Cross is issuing an emergency call for blood and platelet donors of all blood types. Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Nationwide, donations through the Red Cross …read more.

MudLOVE buys locally, acts globally and rides to work. MudLOVE purchased eight bicycles from The Trailhouse Bike shop in Winona Lake, for their employees to commute to work by bike rather than car. With the Warsaw Development Team and the Ball State Imagine Warsaw group planning city improvements, MudLOVE decided to be ready for the …read more.

Summer can be a hot time for romance. But Better Business Bureau warns consumers to be wary of logging on to an online romance scam. The 2012 Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) Internet Crime Report showed that 29 percent of the victims targeted with online dating scams were women 50 and older. These scams often …read more.

The Super 8 Motel, located at 3014 Frontage Rd., Warsaw, will soon be making changes in branding, amenities and targeted guests. According to Jay Patel, manager of the Super 8, the motel is currently working to switch brands to become a Quality Inn. Patel stated that the new branding will occur once the location expands …read more.

Growing up, Megan King didn’t think she was an exceptional musician. Despite being in band and choir from a young age, she had never been told she was any good. “I enjoyed singing. When I was young, my grandma was my biggest influence. She played piano and took me under her wing. “I thought I …read more.

Leaders from the Fort Wayne Cultural District announced a drafted Platform for Action yesterday during a “Pop UP” Cultural District event in the Arts United Center. The drafted Platform for Action highlights eight initiatives: public market, public art, culinary incubator, creative business incubator, creative storefront development, activity, connectivity and telling our story. The public is …read more.

Lippert Components, Inc. (LCI) announces that it has acquired certain assets and the engineering team of Midstates Tool & Die & Engineering, Inc., a designer and builder of automated equipment, production tooling, progressive dies and one-hit stamping dies. The business will be operated as Lippert Automation, Tool and Die. “The assets and people we’ve added …read more.

One man was arrested late last night for allegedly breaking in to a local video store. Police say it was not the first incident and the thief’s prize was vintage video games. After receiving an anonymous tip, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department detectives and undercover officers responded to the area of Center and Reed streets at …read more.

Warsaw is now home to a new computer and network company, Solutions CNS, which specializes in computer repairs, I.T. and security services. However, owner Jesus Hernandez’s passion for teaching digital literacy to the Hispanic population is what truly motivated him to open his business. Hernandez is an advocate for empowering and teaching others in the …read more.

Kosciusko County Redevelopment Commission Executive Director George Robertson said some major companies, including a gun manufacturer, are looking at bringing their operations to Kosciusko County. The companies, including a major gun manufacturer, a major food processor and an automotive company, are ready to expand in the county except for some “fear factors,” such as the …read more.

Joe Diffie will headline this year’s Country Music Concert hosted by Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department. This 17th annual free concert happens Friday, July 19, at the Glover Pavilion in Central Park. Country music legend Joe Diffie will headline the event, joined by special guest Josh Thompson. Thompson will open the show at 6:30 p.m. …read more.

A motocross participant was initially said to be in critical condition after missing a jump and crashing during a show at the Kosciusko County Community Fair. According to a Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department report, Harold Strauss, 36, of Collbran, Colo., was attempting to make a jump and was airborne when he lost control of his …read more.

[weaver_youtube UIqr1P3vPXo rel=0] Though the week is beginning to wind down there is still time to visit the Kosciusko County Community Fair. The fair will be open today through Saturday. From contests and rides to food and entertainment there are still plenty of opportunities to enjoy this year’s festivities. Here is a look at some …read more.

Daniel Andres Zambrano A Warsaw man who was affiliated with Warsaw Community Schools is spending about the next two months in jail after pleading guilty to voyeurism. When Daniel Andres Zambrano, 36, was first arrested in October, he was a member of WCS support staff. He came under fire when two 16-year-old girls and a …read more.

Gabriel De La Rosa Marroquin A man arrested outside of Ace Hardware in Warsaw Wednesday morning was ultimately arrested on a felony charge of domestic battery. (See related story) Gabriel De La Rosa Marroquin, 34, 3699 N. 175 E. Lot 75, Warsaw, was initially detained by police for questioning Wednesday when his wife reported he …read more.

OrthoWorx and the Kosciusko County Community Foundation announced today that Lilly Endowment Inc. has awarded a $4 million grant to the Orthopedics Capital Foundation, a supporting organization of KCCF, to enable it to fund OrthoWorx’s ongoing charitable and educational initiatives to secure and advance the region’s current position as the Orthopedic Capital of the World.® …read more.

Lego Club will be held from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10. Children ages 5-12 are welcome. Children can use the library’s Legos to create whatever they want. A guardian must remain in the library during the program. The program will be held in Room C. No registration required. Monday with Teddy will be …read more.

The Warsaw/Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce announces its July Chamber Member of the Month as Quine-Freeman Heating, Cooling & Refrigeration. Currently owned by Brent Freeman, Don Quine originally opened the business in 1956 known as Quine Heating, Cooling & Refrigeration. Brent and his wife, Karen, grew up in the area and then moved to Florida …read more.

Delta Theta Tau recently donated $150 to support PC’s For Youth’s fourth Annual Fundraising Dinner Banquet. Delta Theta Tau is a philanthropic sorority whose mission is to do charitable work for the benefit of the LaGrange Community. PC’s For Youth gives free computers to students in middle/high school, college and adults trying to obtain their GED …read more.

Gary L. McDonald, 64, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 10:47 a.m. Wednesday, July 10, 2013, in Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne, Ind. He was born Dec. 14, 1948, in Warsaw, to Mort and Mary Louise (Davis) McDonald. On Dec. 17, 1983, he was united in marriage to Cathy Hess. He retired as a driver …read more.

Jaden Joseph Stout, 13, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away suddenly due to natural causes at 9:14 p.m. Tuesday, July 9, 2013, in Abington Health Lansdale Hospital, Lansdale, Pa. Jaden was born Dec. 13, 1999, in Balboa Naval Hospital, San Diego, Calif., to Peter Joseph Stout and Lori Ellen Fribley. Jaden was going to be an …read more.

Donald Kollman, 83, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 10, 2013, in Mason Health Care and Rehabilitation of Warsaw. On May 20, 1930, he was born in Indianapolis, Ind., to Frank L. and Viola (Overhiser) Kollmann. Donald served our country in the U.S. Army. He was a member of American Legion …read more.

For parents new to the Warsaw Community School Corporation or those with families enrolling a kindergarten student, please visit your neighborhood school during during one of the following dates to register your child(ren) for the 2013‐2014 school year. Late registration dates will be from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 31, from 4 p.m. to 8 …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgements Kosciusko County Court Filings Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Annie Zartman v. Dustin Baldridge, Claypool, $432 Ace Hardware of Warsaw v. Titan Construction, Akron, $1,193.50 DECA Financial Services v. Kasey Chilcutt, Warsaw, $4,238.63; v. Mark Klosowski, Warsaw, …read more.

A decision by Kosciusko Community Hospital and Multi-Township EMS to utilize one air ambulance service over another could make the difference between life or death for some Kosciusko County patients. An email distributed Wednesday by MTEMS directors Mark Pepple and Scott Sigerfoos to several emergency responders, stated MTEMS and KCH medical staff has made the …read more.

The annual Tools for Schools program offered through Combined Community Services is in need of donations in the form of new school supplies and cash. Each year, CCS offers the Tools for Schools program to give area families one day to come out and get all of their children’s necessary school supplies. Available supplies range …read more.

Officers of the Kosciusko County Drug Task Force have arrested a Warsaw man on charges of dealing drugs near a city park. Joshua Joktan Golden, 33, was arrested at his home in the 700 block of Market Street early this afternoon. Police say a recent investigation found that Golden had been dealing in prescription drugs …read more.

The following individuals were named Grand Champions and Best of Show winners in the needlework, fine arts, crafts, canning, agriculture, herbs, flowers, food and sewing divisions during this year’s Kosciusko County 4-H Fair: Needlework: Julie Popenfoose (Best of Show), Lisa Truman, Brandi Grimm, Jacob Schroeder, Shirley Everest, Kim Howell (Best of Show), and Janet Godshalk. …read more.

This spring, six teams of Grace College students participated in short-term cross-cultural trips to Fiji, South Korea, Japan, the Philippines, Paris/London, and Thailand/Cambodia. Each trip carried a unique approach to world travel, whether a historical tour, church ministry, full-culture immersion or disaster relief. Throughout the year, students on “GoEncounter teams” have the opportunity to take …read more.

The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department and Warsaw Police took one man into custody this morning after an alleged threat to life. The male Hispanic suspect was detained by police and, according to KCSD Sgt. Chad Hill, is currently being questioned. Hill said the incident began at Suburban Acres when a female alleged that the male …read more.

Kosciusko Home Care & Hospice Inc. is having a Hospice Volunteer Training on two Tuesdays in August. Training will take place from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Aug. 13 and 20. The hospice team, including hospice volunteers, tries to keep patients as pain free and comfortable as possible while providing support for them and their …read more.

The GOAL program at Grace College offers adult students the opportunity to complete a degree in management without interrupting their careers. With the on-campus degree completion program, students can complete their studies in as little as 16 months by attending classes one night a week and a few Saturdays. For those unable to commute, Grace …read more.

Rick “Teddy Bear” Peconga, 59, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 11:55 a.m. Monday, July 8, 2013, in his residence. On Nov. 9, 1953, he was born in Columbia City, Ind., to Peter Joseph and Violet May (Sproat) Peconga. He married Brenda Rhodes on Nov. 14, 1987, in Pierceton, Ind., who preceded him in death …read more.

[weaver_youtube r0h2LYzEuv8 rel=0] NIPSCO’s Director of External Communications, Nick Meyer, tells StaceyPageOnline.com that he does not anticipate problems going much into this evening as a result of a gas leak on West Lake Street. Warsaw fire fighters were called at about 1:10 p.m. to West Lake Street near Melody Acres subdivision where Meyer now says a …read more.

Michael Suhany at PMG Health Insurance Advisors in Warsaw has earned the Chartered Healthcare ConsultantTM professional designation from The American College, Bryn Mawr, Penn. The ChHCTM program is considered the most comprehensive credential available for health insurance professionals interested in providing clients with cutting-edge information and practical advice with regard to their healthcare benefits in …read more.

[weaver_youtube Un1AihSq8SE rel=0] Kosciusko County F.A.C.T. team, the county’s crash investigation team, is currently investigating an accident at Center and Detroit streets in Warsaw that critically injured a Warsaw teenager. At 10:05 a.m. members of the Warsaw City Police Department and other emergency personnel responded to a report that a pedestrian had been struck by a …read more.

The Island Weaver’s last display and demo day at the Kosciusko County Fair with a “weaving talk” will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 9, in the home arts building. Come learn how easy it is to weave!

Dr. Dale and Nancy (Erickson) Doron will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary Friday, July 26. They were married at Roeland Park Evangelical United Brethren Church, Roeland Park, Kan., on July 26, 1963. Dr. Kenneth Gangel was the officiant. Dale and Nancy worked as missionaries with International Missions Inc., in Iran, Philippines and New Jersey. Dale …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s deputies and emergency personnel from Atwood were called to an accident on U.S. 30 this afternoon involving a semi and a minivan. The crash left an Oregon man with a serious head injury. At 2:40 p.m., the crash happened in the eastbound lane of U.S. 30 at CR 750 West. Officers arrived …read more.

Laurie Voss WCPL circulation desk Supervisor I can’t resist a little puppy face. A couple of years ago, a local dog rescue had a tiny little puppy up for adoption. His name was Jacob, and he was just a little ball of fur; part Australian Shepherd, and part Shitzu. From the day we were able …read more.

Ivy Tech is making it easier than ever to enroll for the fall semester. Join us from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 18, for our Express Enrollment Open House at our Warsaw Campus, 2545 Silveus Crossing. Whether you’re a new student who needs to start at the beginning and work your way through …read more.

In just a few hours, the names of Kosciusko County’s most talented will be revealed and someone will go home with $1,000. A runner-up will receive $400. Voting for Kosciusko’s Got Talent contest – hosted by StaceyPageOnline.com and made possible by Pay Pro Media, Kuert Concrete, Bishop Farms, Eagle Creek Firearms & Archery, Tom Farms, …read more.

Sally S. Joy, 63, of Pierceton, Ind., passed away at 9:19 p.m. Sunday, July 7, 2013, in Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne, Ind. On April 21, 1950, she was born in Prestonsburg, Ky., to Talt and Virginia (Baldridge) Prater. She married Dennis Joy on Jan. 18, 1997, in Claypool, Ind., who survives. Living most of …read more.

Marjorie Mitterling, 94, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 7:30 a.m. Sunday, July 7, 2013, in her residence. She was born in Elkhart, Ind., Dec. 28, 1918, to William and Nellie (Garber) Petro. She was Warsaw High School graduate and a graduate of the then Secretarial College of South Bend, Ind. She was united in …read more.

It was just six years ago when a four party private equity consortium paid more than $11 billion for Warsaw-based Biomet. Now, a London newspaper is reporting the owners are contemplating selling the company to another investment group or opening it to public trade. The Financial Times of London relied on three unnamed individuals who …read more.

David A. Beall, 52, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 8:39 a.m. Saturday, July 6, 2013, in Logansport Memorial Hospital, Logansport, Ind. He was born Nov. 15, 1960, in Jackson, Miss., to Kenneth and Gretchen (Hartman) Beall. He was a 1978 graduate of Ben Davis High School and Indiana University in 1992 with degrees in …read more.

Tonight’s concert in the Warsaw Central Park Concert Series is Parrots of the Caribbean,  a Jimmy Buffett cover band. Well-known across the Midwest, and even the country, the band takes stage for a free concert tonight at Central Park Plaza from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. This group of five musicians will put you into …read more.

Rosemary Vickery, 87, of Muncie, Ind., and formerly of Barbee Lake, Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 5:20 a.m. Friday, July 5, 2013, in Mason Health Care & Rehab in Warsaw. She was born Aug. 8, 1925, in Anderson, Ind., to Ernest and Louise (Mann) Gooding. She graduated in 1944 from Anderson High School and was …read more.

The following is a list of film times for local movie theaters for Friday, July 5, through Thursday, July 11. Pickwick Theater (108 W. Main St., Syracuse) Despicable Me 2, Rated: PG Starring: Henry Cavill, Amy Adams. All seats: $5.50 Showtime: 7 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday North …read more.

A Bourbon man was killed late Wednesday when his motorcycle struck a deer. Michael Disher, 45, who was born in Warsaw, was eastbound on 9B Road at about 10:45 p.m. Wednesday when a deer ran into the path of his motorcycle. Disher was pronounced dead at the scene. His obituary appears HERE.

Michael A. Disher, 45, of Bourbon, Ind., passed away at 10:45 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3, 2013, as a result of a motorcycle accident. He was born Aug. 20, 1967, in Warsaw, Ind., to Eldon and Beverly (Bills) Disher. Mike married Vanessa Bowling on April 9, 1994, in Warsaw. Mike had been a great and …read more.

St. Peter’s Lutheran Church of Warsaw is pleased to welcome Brandon Koble, a second year seminarian at Concordia Theological Seminary Fort Wayne, as the liturgist and guest speaker this Sunday, July 7. Brandon’s experience in the U.S. Marine Corps promises to offer a unique perspective as he leads the congregation in the 9 a.m. worship …read more.

Jeannie Regan-Dinius, director of Special Initiatives for the Department of Natural Resource’s Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology, will discuss the people, places and events surrounding the escape of slaves through Indiana along the Underground Railroad during a special program at Warsaw Community Public Library. The presentation is free and open to the public at …read more.

Two local men will soon face sentencing in a federal courtroom. The United States Attorney’s Office announced this week that Rico Parrish, 27, of Warsaw, and Juan Olivo, 36, of Milford, both entered guilty pleas for felony charges. Parrish appeared before Magistrate Judge Roger B. Cosbey and admitted to the felony offense of being a …read more.

The Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety opened four bids this morning for renovations on the third floor of the city hall. The renovations will be made to accommodate OrthoWorx, an education and workforce development initiative geared toward meeting the academic needs of students and orthopaedic employers. The announcement that OrthoWorx was moving into …read more.

WARSAW – The Warsaw Adult Tiger Booster Club is issuing a reminder that any parties wishing to advertise in the upcoming all-sports program for Warsaw Community High School’s 2013-14 athletic season need to inquire by July 19. Questions regarding advertising in the program can be directed to WCHS Athletic Director Dave Anson (574) 267-3162 or …read more.

Demolition Derby The Demolition Derby returns to the grandstand at 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 7. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for 12 and under, and $15 for pit seating. Arrive early as the grandstands are expected to be full. There will also be a demo car raffle in memory of Shaun Owens. Cost …read more.

Echoe’s of the Past will be making 10 to 20 gallons of homemade ice cream during the Warsaw July First Friday events this week. Ice cream will be offered to all attending and will be available by donation. The group will be churning the ice cream freezers with antique tractors. The group will also be …read more.