The Ball State University Board of Trustees has approved a 2 percent increase in undergraduate tuition and mandatory fees for the 2013-14 and 2014-15 academic years. It is the lowest increase at the university in 37 years. The new rates will result in a $90 per semester increase in the coming academic year and $92 …read more.

Girls Night Out The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department provides a fun night out for moms and daughters, ages 5-12. Everyone will be pampered and learn fun at-home spa activities that promote healthy self image and personal care. Participate in many fun activities and make-it-yourself projects, as well as delicious catered finger foods and snacks. …read more.

A Warsaw native is enjoying the national spotlight today. Teresa Sharpe, tattoo artist at Studio 13 Tattoo in Fort Wayne was named the winner of Oxygen Network’s show Best Ink. Best Ink, which returned on Wednesday, April 3 for its second season, is a reality series hosted by Fall Out Boy bassist and tattoo enthusiast …read more.

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=reXCaI8KDmg] WINONA LAKE – For someone who rarely wears his emotions on his sleeve, Jon Schram peeled back the orange on Thursday. The senior No. 1 for Warsaw was ice cold on the 18th green with the chips stacked against him. Facing a 10-foot putt just to achieve eagle, a make would give the …read more.

The following is a list of film times for local movie theaters for Friday through Thursday, June 13. Pickwick Theater (108 W. Main St., Syracuse) Epic (in 2D), Rated: PG Starring: Beyonce Knowles, Colin Farrell, All seats: $5.50 Showtime: 7 p.m. from Friday, June 7, to Thursday, June 13 North Pointe Cinemas (1060 Mariner Drive, …read more.

Arletta Jean Stengel, 62, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away late Tuesday, June 4, 2013, at Kosciusko Community Hospital where she had been a week. She was born March 30, 1951, in Goshen, Ind., to Mildred Irene (Firestone) Stengel and Calvin Darnell. She married Richard Lee Stengel, Sr., April 11, 1975, in Goshen. A Warsaw resident …read more.

Tickets for all concerts at the Kosciusko County Community Fair are on sale and time is ticking by. The fair is slated to begin Sunday, July 7, and the first concert is scheduled for Monday, July 8. Headlining this year’s country concert is Love & Theft with special guest Casey James. Love & Theft, the …read more.

Late Monday night gas prices began to rise to record highs of approximately $4.29 in surrounding counties. By Tuesday afternoon two gas stations in Warsaw had made the 40 cent increase in prices with others following suit shortly after (see related). With prices being well over the national average, many are clamoring for an explanation of why …read more.

Indiana University trustees have approved tuition and fee rates for the 2013-14 and 2014-15 academic years. At IU Bloomington and Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, resident tuition and fee rates will increase by 1.75 percent each of the next two academic years. Tuition and fee increases at IU’s five regional campuses will average 1.75 percent, with …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgements Kosciusko County Court Filings Small Claims The following small claims have been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Communitywide Federal Credit Union v. Bruce Adams, Warsaw, $1,322.23; v. Stephanie Adams-Wilson, Warsaw, $1,322.23; v. Brandon Combs, North Judson, $4,417.39; v. Cathryn Gummalauskas, LaFayette, $4,417.39; v. Whitney Sparkman, …read more.

Orthopedic giant Zimmer isn’t revealing the price it paid for Germany-based foot and ankle and hand and wrist devices maker NORMED Medizin-Technik GmbH. The acquisition of Germany-based NORMED Medizin-Technik GmbH was announced today, but the companies are keeping quiet about the terms of the deal. NORMED develops screws, plates and specialized instruments for use in …read more.

Warsaw Police Department Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following incidents: Wednesday, June 5, midnight. Officers were called to the 2100 block of Dubois Drive where a woman reported being harassed by her ex-husband. Wednesday, June 5, 2:25 a.m. Police were called to the 200 block of Eisenhower Parkway for a fight …read more.

During its regular monthly meeting June 5, Kosciusko County Area Planning Commission heard from a Lake Wawasee property owner who wants the APC to consider amending the setback requirements in the county ordinance governing lakefront properties. Amy Raspiller lives on Majestic Way on the south end of Lake Wawasee and asked the APC if it …read more.

The Lee Anne Stewart Dance Schools’ annual dance production is a celebration of 40 years serving many area communities. “In the News,” this year’s annual dance production, is the culmination of nine months of training for the studio’s hard-working dance students and staff at Lee Anne Stewart. The Nappanee studio will hold its performances at …read more.

Westbound traffic on Winona Avenue just before the Norfolk Southern Railroad crossing is causing some headaches for the city, but it does not appear that a solution is within reach. Warsaw’s Traffic Safety Commission met Tuesday afternoon to discuss, among other things, the center lane at the railroad crossing approach. Although the lane is marked …read more.

Children and adults can get close to and even touch some amazing animals at the Silly Safaris animal show coming to the the Northern Indiana Lakes Festival this weekend. A Silly Safaris show is a high-energy and theatrical performance. Children and volunteers join the animals on-stage in games and various fun activities. Each animal, game …read more.

The Hawg Trough is a mobile 5,000 gallon fish tank that will be on display at Center Lake in Warsaw this Saturday as part of the Northern Indiana Lakes Festival. “If you’ve ever wanted to see the fish in our lakes up close, this is your chance,” said festival coordinator, Anna Burke. The Hawg Trough …read more.

By CHARLIE ADAMS The next time you are on Highway 30 near Ivy Tech Community College in Warsaw, you may want to turn up the hill and see … the swing. In May, Ivy Tech brought me in to speak to all of their 2013 graduates. I was able to speak at their commencement on …read more.

(left to right) Claire Hollowell, 5, Corbin Hollowell, 8, and Dalton Ousley, 9, enjoy a day at Kiddieland Park, on Center Lake in Warsaw.(photo by Alyssa Richardson) As weather begins to warm up and the summer sun begins to peek through Kosciusko County skies, residents of Warsaw are beginning to take to the beach for a …read more.

Looking for summer activities for your children or yourself? The summer programs at Debra Collier’s School of Dance feature exciting dance and theme camps along with an intro to dance class, Get Up & Dance!, Dance Trance Fitness and Ballroom. From camps with the studio’s own princess to workshops with nationally-known master teacher, Jeremy Plummer, …read more.

On July 1 the Warsaw Common Council will hear proposed resolutions to downtown parking problems that have plagued the city for years. Today, the Warsaw Traffic Safety Commission approved a proposal that would establish fewer 2-hour parking spaces and establish designated parking spaces for downtown residents. (See larger map) “After many months of deliberations, data …read more.

Add “blood donation” to your summer plans! The need for blood is constant, even during summer. It that time of year to gear up for fun in the sun. School is out, vacations are planned and longstanding routines are replaced with carefree, casual days. It is also a time when the need for blood often outpaces …read more.

The final day to register your student for the 2013-2014 school year is quickly approaching. Online registration for Warsaw Community Schools will close on Friday, June 14. If your child is not registered, WCS request that parents please register them by this deadline. The number of enrolled students will allow the school system to prepare …read more.

Find just what you’re looking for at the annual St. Anne’s Tent Sale, starting today and going through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. each day and located at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, 1400 E. Smith St., under the big, white tent. All proceeds are used to support the mission and services of St. …read more.

The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department today released the crash report identifying students who were injured in the May 22 crash involving four Wawasee Community School Corporation buses. Those injured and the type of injuries they sustained, as noted according to the KCSD accident report, are as follows: Nicholas Wagner, 14, Warsaw, complaint of neck pain …read more.

Nine people were arrested late Tuesday night after police were called to the 1700 block of South Blue Spruce Road amid a report of shots being fired. The investigation found that a dispute erupted into threats made on Facebook that eventually led to the discharge of a firearm. The call came in at about 11:53 …read more.

A short pursuit with a motorcyclist was called off Tuesday night by a Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department deputy who said reckless driving was behind his decision to discontinue following the suspect. At about 8:31 p.m. Tuesday, KCSD Deputy Mike Fowler attempted to stop a motorcyclist at CR 600 South and County Farm Road when the …read more.

Today Governor Mike Pence, Indiana Department of Workforce Development Commissioner Scott B. Sanders and Indiana Department of Corrections Commissioner Bruce Lemmon gathered to commemorate the successful first year of the Hoosier Initiative for Re-Entry program, a cooperative effort between DWD, IDOC and Hoosier businesses to educate, train and job-match soon to be released inmates. The …read more.

Harry Spencer III, 63, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 10:47 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, 2013, in Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. He was born June 9, 1949, in Elwood, Ind., to Harry and Anna (Paseka) Spencer, II. He faithfully served his country in the United States Marine Corps as an E-2 from 1967 to 1970 …read more.

Kosciusko County Community Foundation hosted its annual Heart of Gold Awards ceremony tonight in Warsaw, at which they recognized 48 individuals for extraordinary acts of service and volunteerism. Recipients of the awards are nominated by others in the community. At the reception, those nominated received a certificate of recognition, a Heart of Gold pin, and …read more.

As gas prices rose to record highs of approximately $4.29 in surrounding counties late Monday night and early this morning, it almost appeared as if Kosciusko County residents may escape the 30 cent to 40 cent rise other motorist were grumbling over. However, as morning turned to afternoon, the first signs of an increase began …read more.

Biomet employees are set to vote on whether or not to bring a union to the orthopedics manufacturer, but neither employees nor company officials will say much more. Bill Kolter, public relations for Biomet, will provide only the following statement regarding union activity at Biomet: “We do not believe that a union is necessary and …read more.

National CPR and AED Awareness Week is June 1-7 and it’s a great opportunity to learn how to save a life by getting certified in CPR and AED training. Local American Red Cross chapters are encouraging people to sign up for training at redcross.org.  People are also encouraged to download the free Red Cross …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Tuesday, June 4, 12:15 a.m. Virginia Sleighter reported a small trash fire at a neighbor’s residence in the 3100 block of East Wooster Road, Pierceton. Monday, June 3, 10:26 p.m. Officers were called to a domestic disturbance in the …read more.

Nine non-profit agencies gave budget presentations at this morning’s Kosciusko County Commissioners meeting. Representatives from each agency noted their requested funding for 2014 from the county in the first step of the annual appeal process. In all, the agencies are seeking $525,532, a projected increase of $70,915 from 2013. Only one agency, Kosciusko Economic Development …read more.

The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will be offering a variety of canoeing skills clinics this summer. The clinics will cover the basics of canoeing safety, loading and unloading, paddling, steering, and canoeing as a team.  The cost for all clinics is only $5, and all supplies are provided. Kids clinics will be held June …read more.

Thor Industries Inc. today announced expansion plans to support the ongoing growth of its businesses. Thor Wakarusa LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Thor Industries, purchased the recreational vehicle (RV) production campus in Wakarusa that was formerly operated by Navistar International Corporation. The land and production facilities, including certain related equipment, are to be purchased …read more.

Elnora Krieg, 90, of Akron Ind., passed away at 2:05 p.m. Monday, June 3, 2013, at Miller’s Merry Manor of Warsaw. She was born on May 2, 1923, in Cass County, Ind. to Fred and Ethel (Merrell) Dillard. On Nov. 23, 1941, in Plymouth, Ind. she was married to Floyd E. ‘Mike’ Krieg. He preceded her in …read more.

Terry L. Swoverland, 48, of Leesburg, Ind., passed away at 5:40 a.m. Tuesday June 4, 2013, in his residence He was born on July 15, 1964, in Warsaw, Ind., to Jon and Linda (Hull) Swoverland, who survive. He has been a lifetime resident of Kosciusko County. On April 30, 2005, in Indianapolis, he married Holly …read more.

The Northern Indiana Lakes Festival will host multiple races and other athletic events over the weekend, June 7-9. Held annually in Warsaw and Winona Lake, the Lakes Festival celebrates lakes while educating attendees about caring for water resources. The youngest festival-goers can participate in the Water Waddle, a 1-mile fun run for toddlers and kids …read more.

“We are Lake City” is the theme of this month’s First Friday event in downtown Warsaw and the activities will include a motorcycle cruise-in and show. There will also be activities to tie in with the weekend’s Northern Indiana Lakes Festival. (See story) First Friday kicks off this Friday at 5:30 p.m. when five motorcycle …read more.

The city of Warsaw is partnering with Da-Lite Screen and Thompson Thrift Developers to install a traffic control signal on SR 15. Warsaw Redevelopment Commission on Monday signed an amendment to an existing agreement calling for the installation of a traffic signal at SR 15 and CR 300 North for a total cost of $207,000. …read more.

Looking for something to do this summer? Want to have fun and meet new friends? Try the Girl Scout experience. Girls finishing kindergarten through 5th grade are invited to attend “A Taste of Girl Scouting” summer program at the Nye Youth Cabin, 351 N. Buffalo St. in Warsaw. Activities will take place from 5:30 p.m. …read more.

Premiering at Wagon Wheel Theatre in Warsaw on Wednesday, and based on the award-winning Dreamworks smash hit, “Shrek: The Musical” is a warped fairy-tale about a large green and ugly ogre, who lives happily in his own private swamp. Who is this questionable hero on a quest to find a queen for the kingdom of …read more.

North Pointe Cinema’s Free Family Film Festival starts this Wednesday morning and runs each Wednesday through July 31. Doors open at 9 a.m. with the feature starting at 10 a.m. The cinema is located at 1060 Mariner Dr. in Warsaw. This summer’s free film line-up: Wednesday, June 5: “The Lorax” (PG) Wednesday, June 12: “Madagascar …read more.

Max Raymond Anglin, 97, Northbrook, Ill., passed away at 3:45 p.m. Saturday, June 1, 2013, at Rosewood Care Center in Northbrook. He was born on May 24, 1916, in Winona Lake, Ind., to Allie (Stackhouse, Anglin) Mosier and Raymond Anglin. His father died when he was 3 years old and his mother remarried George Mosier …read more.

Ball State University trustees will meet next week to discuss a proposed tuition increase. A university spokeswoman confirms the plan calls for a 2 percent hike in tuition and fees during each of the next two school years. Treasurer Randy Howard says the increase falls within the guidelines of the Indiana Commission for Higher Education. …read more.

StaceyPageOnline.com has learned from friends of the Belcher family that Johnny Belcher, 41, of Warsaw, is in critical condition following a Sunday motorcycle accident in Michigan. One individual told us that Belcher is suffering from bleeding to the brain, a shattered cheek bone and a broken wrist and femur. He has already undergone surgery on …read more.

Two B felony charges of child molesting have been filed against a Ligonier man accused of having sexual intercourse with a 12-year-old girl. Alexander James Hall, 20, of 1218 Lincolnway W., Ligonier, was arrested Friday after an Indiana State Police investigation. Police were notified that a sexual relationship between Hall and the 12-year-old girl took …read more.

Acting auditions for Heart of Indiana, an independent feature film, will be held in Warsaw on Saturday, June 15, and in Wabash on Saturday, June 22. Heart of Indiana is a morally sound, heartfelt romance set on an Indiana grain farm. Filming is scheduled to begin this September in and around Wabash and Warsaw. You …read more.

Donna R. Fuller, 86, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 8:20 a.m. Saturday, June 1, 2013 in Mason Health Care and Rehabilitation, Warsaw. She was born Sept. 20, 1926, in Columbia City, Ind., to Everet E. and Gelia P (Fisher) Clabaugh. Donna faithfully served her country in the United States Air Force as an Airman …read more.

Keith Wagner, 81, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, June 1, 2013, in his residence. On Aug. 31, 1931, he was born in Kosciusko County, Ind., to Albert and Ines (Hatfield) Wagner. He married Nilah Defenbaugh on Sept. 14, 1984, in Warsaw. He retired from Zimmer Inc. in 1993 after 36 years …read more.

Robert Joe Soule, 26, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away May 18, 2013, in Tallahassee Memorial Health Care Hospital, Tallahassee, Fla., as the result of injuries sustained in a vehicle accident. He was born Sept. 17, 1986, in West Virginia to Paul Soule and Reba Sharp. He was raised by his grandmother, Mary Clemons, and moved …read more.

The public is invited to participate in a Lakes and Agriculture Forum from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 8, in the Center Park Pavilion, Warsaw. A free catered lunch will be included but reservations are needed today. Reservations can be made by calling 574-372-5100 ext. 6446 or [email protected]. Check in time is 11:30 a.m. …read more.

Karen Elaine Sanburn, 55, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 3:20 p.m. Thursday, May 30, 2013, in her residence. On Sept. 15, 1957, she was born in Warsaw to Ronnie and Mary (Albertson) Watson. A lifetime resident of Warsaw, Karen attended First Christian Church, Warsaw and worked for Owens Supermarket for twenty two years. She …read more.

The City of Warsaw experienced a Combined Sewer Overflow that began at 2:30 a.m. and ended at 7 a.m. today according to Brian Davison, utility manager for the City of Warsaw. The overflow was due to the large volume of rain, many communities around the state are experiencing the same problem. The city’s CSO storage …read more.

WINONA LAKE – For the second year in a row, Warsaw’s eyes widened while Triton’s eyes burned red. In what almost shaped into 2012 2.0, Warsaw needed every stroke it could muster to card its championship 314, one stroke better than Triton’s 315 and five better than upstart Columbia City’s 319 in the 2013 IHSAA …read more.

Due to the threat of inclement weather for Saturday, the Kids Fishing Derby scheduled for Saturday morning has been cancelled. The Warsaw Parks Department said there is not a rain date, however, the staff will be looking at options to reschedule the derby later this year.

Hither & Yon, a new home décor store at 3592 E. U.S. Hwy 30, celebrated its grand opening Friday, May 24, with a ribbon cutting ceremony. There was a large group of supporters on hand to hear about the miracle of dozens of people coming together to donate their time, energy, expertise and money to …read more.

Due to a high possibility of rainfall throughout the evening, the Central Park Concert featuring country artist Kari Lynch Band from Grand Rapids, Mich., will be moved to Lakeview Middle School tonight. The concert time will not change and will begin at 7 p.m. and will go to 8:30 p.m. The event is free to …read more.

Habitat for Humanity of Kosciusko County will be celebrating the completion of the inaugural Women Build Saturday and Sunday, June 15-16. At 3 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at 549 E. Market St., Warsaw, will be the dedication. Even more important will be the celebration of the first home for Habitat Partner family member, Diane Jones …read more.

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_IO4bETORQ] The search for Kosciusko’s most talented act is starting to heat up! With 31 entrants now vying for the title of Kosciusko’s Most talented, the competition is fierce. Though votes are being cast everyday by our readers, there is still time to submit a video of your own unique and special talents and skills …read more.

Lake City Bank, the single bank subsidiary of Lakeland Financial Corporation (Nasdaq Global Select/LKFN), announced today that it will construct its second Indianapolis market office in Fishers. The 3,700 square foot office will be located at the northeast corner of SR 37 and 131st Street in Fishers Marketplace and is expected to open in November …read more.

Warsaw’s Secret Fitness Studio is pleased to welcome two new instructors. Beginning June 1, Kathy Baugher will begin instructing the Easy Yoga class for beginners on Saturday mornings from 7:45 a.m. to 8:45 am. Kathy has been a dedicated yoga student for over two years. She decided to pursue instructing yoga because of the amazing …read more.

The Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club was on the receiving end of a donation from Scout Pack 3736. Scout Pack 3736 donated a portion of the money they made at the Optimist Car Show back to the Club. Through various fundraising activities during the year, the Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club raises over $20,000 to donate to …read more.

As impressive as the numbers are, they continue to grow and the success of StaceyPageOnline.com shows no signs of slowing. That’s great news for the people of Kosciusko County who want today’s news today and breaking news as it’s happening. It’s even better news for our advertising supporters! Since Kosciusko County’s only all digital daily …read more.

The Ambassador Committee of the Warsaw Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce has chosen MutualBank as Chamber Member of the Month for June, 2013. MutualBank is a full-service bank with five branches in Kosciusko County. Along with the main branch at 219 W. Market St., the Center Branch on Center Street, and the 15 North branch …read more.

A series of 10 free concerts in Warsaw’s Central Park Plaza kicked off last Friday night. Tomorrow night, The Kari Lynch Band will be bringing country music to the park from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The Kari Lynch Band lives for rocking the stage and putting on an entertaining and unforgettable show. With exceptional …read more.

GOSHEN – The Northern Lakes Conference issued five of its official All-Northern Lakes Conference lists Wednesday, as well as its NLC All-Sports trophy final tallies for the 2012-13 boys and girls sports seasons. Lists for boys and girls track, softball, girls tennis and boys golf were released by Larry Kissinger, NLC Secretary. Baseball will be …read more.

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kb5bxWeNDUA] Students at the Warsaw Area Career Center swapped books for a more hands on learning experience. Instead of studying home construction techniques in a textbook, 22 juniors and seniors worked side by side to create an entire home from beginning to end. A look at the project will be offered to the public from …read more.

A cultural event is coming to Warsaw and it means an opportunity to sample international foods and take home some treasures. Elegant Home presents a Garden Party and International Food Tasting featuring French, Italian, Thai and Cuban cuisine prepared by chef Teresa Daggett. The event is being held at Elegant Home, 3606 U.S. 30 E., …read more.

Kosciusko County Historical Society’s Old Jail Museum is in need of volunteers. The museum has many projects and activities for volunteers of any age. Tour guides are needed for Fridays and Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and guides for school and special tours as required. Current projects include researching business histories, helping with displays, …read more.

The Studio, 2043 N Detroit St. in Warsaw, is offering the following classes during June. Coffee and Canvas – June 6 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. $25. This month features “Land of the Free.” A perfect painting for the 4th of July. Come by yourself or with a group of friends for a painting …read more.

Ascencion R. Brito, 80, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away ay 9:25 a.m. Tuesday, May 28, 2013, in Mason’s Health Care and Rehabilitation Center, Warsaw. On May 3, 1933, he was born in Guerrero, Mexico, to Ascencion Brito and Delfina Roman. He married Guadalupe Delgado in 1955 in Guerrero, Mexico. Ascencion worked as a farmer in …read more.

This week’s Pets of the Week are from the Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County. Cooper is a male Lhasa Apso mix and he’s about 2 years old and neutered. He was surrendered to the AWL by his owner on March 7 because they couldn’t find time to properly potty train him. Cooper is a …read more.

Ivy Tech Community College North Central Chancellor Thomas Coley recently announced the appointment of Tom Till as director of the college’s Orthopedic and Advanced Manufacturing Training Center in Warsaw. Till, a graduate of Ivy Tech’s Machine Tool Technology program, also earned an associate of science degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Purdue University and a …read more.

The annual Homes on Parade, featuring projects by members of the Builders Association of Kosciusko Fulton Counties, begins Friday with multiple homes on the tour located throughout Kosciusko County. The event kicks off at 4 p.m. Friday with a total of 8 locations on the tour. View them all in one evening, or pace yourself …read more.

Dr. Lee LeMoyne Kantenwein, 78, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 1:07 a.m. Monday, May 27, 2013, at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home, Fort Wayne, Ind. He had been a resident of Kosciusko County, Ind., for the past 48 years where he was a retired minister and educator, and a long time member of Pleasant …read more.

Lora Lee Dallas, 63, of Tampa, Fla., and formerly of Warsaw, Ind., passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2013, in St. Joseph Hospital in Tampa. Lora was born Jan. 19, 1950, in Indianapolis, Ind., to Robert V. and Lenore M. (Wilkerson) Dallas. She was a 1968 graduate of Warren Central High School in Indianapolis and earned …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the followin accidents: Tuesday, May 28, 7:24 a.m. South SR 15 and West 550 South, Warsaw. Driver: Steven A. Lane, 63, Damron Drive, North Manchester. A deer ran into Lane’s vehicle. Damages: up to $5,000 Monday, May 27, 12:55 p.m. North SR …read more.

By MELISSA KELLEY Warsaw Community Public Library Cataloging Supervisor Do you have moments where you long for those glory days of the 80’s? Well then, VJ the unplugged adventures of MTV’s first wave is the book for you! If you were a teenager in the early 80s (like me), and were fortunate enough to have …read more.

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmOXnrdzXL0] “Memorial Day is when we remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Memorial Day is a reminder to all of us that there are those who serve when their nation calls,” said Ken Locke in opening today’s Memorial Day service at Oakwood Cemetery Chapel, Warsaw. Due to rain, the …read more.

Arby’s on North Detroit Street in Warsaw will remain closed for what could be up to three weeks while repairs from a weekend break-in are made. Katie Aguilar-Polk tells StaceyPageOnline.com that her family’s restaurant was broken into over the weekend and the culprits caused a lot of interior damage. Warsaw Police have now filed a …read more.

This morning’s rain showers are prompting changes in Memorial Day events throughout the county. At Oakwook Cemetery in Warsaw, the ceremony will now be held moved indoors to accommodate the public. Services will take place beginning at 10:55 a.m. at the Oakwood Cemetery Chapel. The annual services will be conducted by John C. Peterson Post …read more.

Warsaw Police Department Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following incidents: Saturday, May 25, 10:23 a.m. Officers were called to a death investigation in Forest Park Mobile Home Park. Saturday, May 25, 1:48 a.m. Officers served a warrant in the 2300 block of Dubois Drive, Warsaw. Saturday, May 25, 3:54 p.m. Officers …read more.

Pearlie Marie Prater, 90, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 4:45 p.m. on Friday, May 24, 2013, at Miller’s Merry Manor of Warsaw. She was a resident of Kosciusko County, Ind., for the past 53 years where she was a homemaker, and member of God’s Highway to Heaven Church in Warsaw. She was born in …read more.

Sophia Klynn Boger, 7-month-old daughter of Breanna Welsh and Jacob Anderson of Warsaw, Ind., passed away Saturday, May 25, 2013, at her residence. She was born Oct. 2, 2012, in Warsaw. She is survived by her parents: Breanna Welsh and Jacob Anderson, Warsaw; maternal grandparents: Crystal Welsh, Warsaw; Dennis Smith, Goshen, Ind.; paternal grandparents: Wendy …read more.

Paul G. Shumaker, 54, of Warsaw, Ind., died at 3:45 a.m. Friday, May 24, 2013, in Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. He was born at Huntington, Ind., on Oct. 19, 1958, to Billy G. and Jacqueline L. (Collins) Shumaker. On Oct. 24, 2004, he married Jenny L. (Meade) Geiger. Paul was a 1977 graduate of Manchester …read more.

It’s back!  Combined Community Services is thrilled to announce its second annual Blue Jeans and BBQ Gala coming up on Saturday, June 22, at 7 p.m. Three local celebrity chefs will face off in a barbeque challenge at Combined Community Services on Mariners Drive in Warsaw. Dane Miller of the Dane and Mary Louise Miller …read more.

Warsaw Community High School is pleased to announce the Valedictorian and Salutatorian of the Class of 2013. The Valedictorian is Timothy Carl Ahlersmeyer. Tim is the son of David and Shelley Ahlersmeyer of Warsaw. He plans to major in accounting and finance and minor in economics. He will be attending Butler University. While a student …read more.

Steven C. Shipley, 53, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 10:45 a.m. Friday, May 24, 2013, at his residence. Steven was born on March 26, 1960, in Marion, Ind., to Curtis Jay Shipley and Kaythryn (Sparks) Shipley. He was a resident of Kosciusko County, Ind., for the past 15 years,where he had worked as the …read more.

The Warsaw Police Department has introduced the newest member of its force, a 3-year-old Belgian Malinois named Dax. Dax is the new K-9 partner of WPD Patrol Officer Phil Reed. Reed is a four-year veteran of the WPD and, along with Dax, recently finished the intensive dual purpose handler course meaning the duo are now …read more.

Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club presented donations to several organizations this week during their regular meeting. Among those that received doantions were the Lake City Skiers, Warsaw Community Schools Chess Club, Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy and the Winona Lake Splashpad and Limitless Park. Matt Voss of the Lake City Skiers accepted a $500 donation from the …read more.

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p1Zw6zyp-EI] Today at 9 a.m. members of the Purdue Extension Homemakers club gathered to donate a total of 52 homemade tote bags to Fellowship Missions Founder Eric Lane. The bags, which are made entirely by members of the club, will be given to women at Fellowship Missions’ homeless shelter. According to June Thomas, a member …read more.

The Chapman Lake Conservation Association is raising money to enhance the lakes by having an all you can eat Pancake, Sausage and Egg Breakfast from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 25, at the CLCA Club House, 3019N 325E (near the public access site) in Warsaw. Prices are $6.50 adults, $3 for children 6-12 …read more.

A series of 10 free concerts in Warsaw’s Central Park Plaza on Friday nights kicks off tonight with The Time Travelers from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The Time Travelers are a classic/ acoustic rock group who play music from the ’60s through today. If you want to rock out with songs by Beatles, ZZ …read more.

Center Lake Beach and Pike Lake Beach in Warsaw officially opened Saturday for the summer season. According to the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department, only Center Lake Beach currently has lifeguards on duty during swimming hours. Pike Lake Beach will be staffed by lifeguards starting Friday, May 31. Both beaches will have lifeguards on duty …read more.

May 19-25 is National Emergency Medical Services Week and Multi-Township EMS is recognizing the tremendous role EMS practitioners make to improve health in communities across the county. The around-the-clock dedication to providing emergency care is evident with one statistic: MTEMS made 6,067 runs in 2012. Emergency care professionals are committed to delivering emergency medical care in …read more.

The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department is hosting its annual Kids Fishing Derby once again this year. It will be held at Center Lake Park, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, June 1, and end at 11:30 a.m. The event is completely free and open to any kid ages 3-16. There will be free prizes and …read more.

Heartline Pregnancy Center Inc. in Warsaw held an open house today for the public. The center offers pregnancy tests, ultrasounds and a preschool and day care. Pictured above are Jason and Allison McSherry taking a tour of the center with Sarah Frame, client advocate. Heartline Pregnancy Center is located at 1515 Provident Dr., Suite 180, …read more.