Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Sunday, April 21, 6:30 p.m. Police were called to a home in the 100 block of Warner Drive, Claypool, where a 33-year-old man, Jeffery Jones, was found deceased. The death is under investigation but police say it does not …read more.

WorkOne is sponsoring a Youth Job Fair from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, in Elkhart. An emphasis will be placed on Hoosiers in their late teens and early 20s, although the Job Fair is open to the general public. The event will be hosted at the Tolson Center, located at 1320 Benham …read more.

Science Central held a press conference today to kick-off construction of the new Science On a Sphere exhibit. The launch occurs on Earth Day, a fitting day to launch construction of a new exhibit that will help teach about the Earth. Science on a Sphere is a dynamic, animated global display system developed by the …read more.

Kosciusko County The following individuals were recently booked into the Kosciusko County Jail: April 22, 2013 Jeffrey Allen Evans, 48, 1817 Rosemont Ave., Warsaw, arrested for failure to register as a sex offender. No bond noted Misty Dawn Juarez, 28, 2441 W. 250 S., Warsaw, arrested for battery. No bond noted Connie J. Slusher, 54, …read more.

Jeffrey C. Jones, 33, of Claypool, Ind., passed away at 6:30 a.m. Sunday, April 21, 2013, at his residence. He was born Sept. 21, 1979, in Prestonsburg, Ky., to Sonny and Patricia (Johnson) Jones. He was a class of 1998 graduate of Prestonsburg High School and enlisted in the United States Marines. On May 23, …read more.

Roger Bettinger, 64, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2013, in his residence. He was born Aug. 31, 1948, in Warsaw to Verle and Martha (Thacker) Bettinger Tucker. He graduated from Silver Lake High School, 1 of 26 students in the class of 1966, which was the last class before consolidation. On …read more.

Warsaw Community Schools is proud of the over 500 volunteers who assist students in a variety of ways to acquire knowledge and pursue their dreams. The hours dedicated by WCS volunteers epitomize the school system’s mission statement and core values. Volunteers give their time and talents to our school system; they believe that all students …read more.

The former location of Ken Anderson Films in Warsaw is being proposed for a homeless shelter in Warsaw. The matter goes before the Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals tonight. (Photo by Alyssa Richardson) The Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals is expected to vote on a proposal tonight that would establish a homeless shelter in the …read more.

On Saturday, April 27, the Drug Enforcement Administration is sponsoring the sixth nationwide “Prescription Drug Take Back” initiative. The initiative seeks to prevent prescription drug abuse and theft. Collection sites will be set up nationwide for expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs to be disposed of for destruction. This service is free and anonymous with …read more.

The Magical Derby, a benefit for The Magical Meadows, the local therapeutic horseback riding center for children and adults with special needs, is set to take place Saturday, May 4, at Toyota of Warsaw. “Last years inaugural event was so well received and so much fun, that we can’t wait for this years event and …read more.

The Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club made a presentation of $300 to the Warsaw Parks Department for the Family Carnival event. Pictured in the photo are Optimist Club board member Tracy Horrell, left, presenting the check to Staci Young from the Warsaw Parks Department. Through various fundraising activities during the year, the Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club …read more.

Fourth graders in Beki Dingledein’s class at Warsaw Christian School are pictured during Pioneer Day. This day helped students imagine life as an American pioneer. Having just made several models of a pioneer village, students learned about pioneer log homes, covered bridges and Conestoga wagons. The life of Laura Ingalls Wilder was studied for information …read more.

Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host the third annual Mommy-Son Adventure from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, May 10, at the Pete Thorn Center gym. This year’s theme is Robots and Rockets. Moms and sons ages 3 to 12 will enjoy theme-based activities, crafts, snacks and more. Appropriate activities will be planned based …read more.

Don Roulo is the CEO (Chief Encouragement Officer) of Life Quest. He is a life, career and business coach as well as a Certified 48 Days Workshop Facilitator. He travels nationally and internationally to conduct business and career training as well as marriage and family workshops. By DON ROULO I recently was reminded of a …read more.

The Greater Warsaw Ministerial Association is calling everyone to pray for Boston and the United States one week after the heinous bombing of the Boston Marathon my Radical Islamic Terrorists. The GWMA is asking local residents to pray for the families of those who lost loved ones in this attack, remember the victims who are …read more.

On Friday night, Madison Elementary School in Warsaw raised for Jacob’s Ladder by playing Jacob’s Ladder in wheelchair basketball. With a fun-filled evening, Madison won the game, but Jacob’s Ladder received a donation of approximately $400. At half time, those in attendance paid $1 for a chance to shoot a basket to win a 2-liter …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club is happy to sponsor the 20th running of the Warsaw Triathlon, set to begin at 8 a.m. on Saturday, June 29, in Winona Lake Park. The event is sanctioned by USA Triathlon and is part of the Mideast Triathlon Club Race series. Mideast Club members will be able …read more.

A bridge reconstruction project in the county will get the financial support of Warsaw city officials who agreed Friday to fund half of the cost of a pedestrian path that is being installed as part of the project. Warsaw’s Board of Public Works and Safety voted unanimously to fund $28,633 of the $169,050 project on …read more.

Rice Ford Lincoln Mercury Inc. in Warsaw is teaming up with Warsaw Community High School to make a difference in students lives. The company will be hosting the “Drive-4-Ur School Program” from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday to help raise up to $6,000 for the school corporation. The event, which will take place at …read more.

The University of Notre Dame and the NBC Sports Group have renewed their historic football partnership for 10 years, through the 2025 season. The renewal extends the landmark partnership, which began in 1991, to 35 years. Per the extension, which begins with the 2016 season, the NBC Sports Group retains global media rights on all …read more.

As Indianapolis heads into its 12th season in the AFC South and aims to make the playoffs for the 13th time in the last 15 years, it will open the 2013 regular season by hosting Oakland on Sunday, Sept. 8. This marks the 16th time the Colts have opened a season at home, the first since …read more.

This year Leesburg Student Council wanted to enrich lives of children in the community. They did this by raising $540 for Jacob’s Ladder, a pediatric rehabilitation center that provides services to children in our community. The money raised will go to purchase equipment for the organization.

With all of the outside construction finished, the new Warsaw Meijer, located off of Lake City Highway, is scheduled to open its doors to shoppers in in late June. That is a change from the initially anticipated mid-May opening. Construction for the new building began in August and originally featured a target date for opening …read more.

The Kosciusko County Community Foundation recently made a $1,000 grant to the Women’s Health Fund in honor of Kathy Stanley. Stanley attended the Warsaw Women’s Expo the weekend of March 23 and 24 and entered a drawing to win a grant in her honor to the fund. Stanley’s name was drawn and she accepted her …read more.

On Saturday, June 1, Metzger Outdoors will be hosting the Vector Adventure Race at Salamonie River State Forest outside of Andrews, Ind. The day’s events include a 5 a.m. race and a 9 a.m. race, both concluding at 1 p.m. The races will include canoeing, orienteering/hiking, mountain biking and surprise challenges. Entry fees directly support …read more.

For the first time last summer, the Kosciusko County Farmers Market LLC made a move to downtown Warsaw where it welcomed more vendors selling locally grown produce and offering their hand-crafted items. This year, the market opens Saturday, May 4, with extended hours and more offerings. The Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety this …read more.

Magical Meadows Therapeutic Horseback Riding Center has started its first session of the year. Magical Meadows is a nonprofit organization with the mission of helping people in the community with different abilities. It services people of any age, and ability. It was started in 2007 with one horse and one rider. For the first session …read more.

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lQIc0YGuE0] Members of the Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory investigate the cause of a fire that destroyed one local business and damaged two others.(Photo by Alyssa Richardson) Members of the Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory and Warsaw Police Department are still investigating the cause of a weekend fire that destroyed one local business and damaged two others. The fire …read more.

A sewer line running under North Detroit Street (SR 15) at Enterprise Drive in Warsaw has nearly collapsed and is need of immediate repairs that will cost the city over $63,000. The Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety this morning declared the matter an emergency, which means the usual bidding process does not need …read more.

Here are upcoming events happening at the Warsaw Community Public Library. Computer Clinic: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 1. Stop in for help with your computer questions. Facebook Basics: 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 1. Register Off The Shelf Reading Group: 2 p.m. to 3 …read more.

Several county roads are flooded and closed due to rains that fell over northern Indiana over the past few days. The National Weather Service has also extended a Flood Warning for Kosciusko and surrounding counties until 5:15 a.m. Monday. Flooding in low lying areas is being reported. Several county roads have been closed due to …read more.

Though it has been more than 50 years since he lived in Warsaw full-time, and he passed away nearly eight years ago, Fred Olds left a local legacy. A man known for mastering multiple mediums of art and likely being ahead of his time, many of Olds’ paintings and other artwork are still displayed locally …read more.

Dear Editor, I just have a question for landlords about rent. How do you, as a landlord, determine how much you will charge for rent? Rent in the Warsaw area is outrageous. I can’t afford a down payment to buy my own home, so I am forced to rent. Right now it takes two paychecks …read more.

The Jacob’s Splatter Powder Paint 5K will be held Saturday, May 4, in Winona Lake to raise money for the Warsaw branch of Jacob’s Ladder, a not-for-profit provider of pediatric rehabilitation services. Founded by a therapist looking to make a difference in the lives of children with special needs, Jacob’s Ladder continues to make progress …read more.

Ruben Paredes of Akron was reported missing just after midnight on Feb. 3. His wife said he was visiting friends in Warsaw when he disappeared. (Photo provided) An Akron man reported missing by his wife on Feb. 1 was found dead in a ditch Monday night in rural Porter County. Ruben Paredes, 32, disappeared on …read more.

The Outland Elementary sixth grade team capped off a successful winter schedule at the Logan Classic on Saturday, April 13. They relied on their fundamentals and good teamwork to compete in the older seventh and eighth grade Junior High Tournament. They won their first three matches in two games each placing them a number one seed in …read more.

Kosciusko REMC joins the U.S. Senate in recognizing April 18 as National Lineman Appreciation Day. The Senate passed a resolution Wednesday, April 17, honoring lineworkers for their efforts at keeping power flowing. KREMC has 20 operations employees who work in the field restoring power during outages and maintaining distribution lines and equipment. Across the nation, …read more.

Two students have been named recipients of four-year, full-tuition scholarships as the Kosciusko County Community Foundation 2013 Lilly Endowment Community Scholars. Barbara Kimmel and Rebecca Ailes will receive full tuition to the Indiana colleges of their choice and $900 yearly stipends for required books and equipment. Barbara Kimmel is ranked first in her class at …read more.

The Annual Kiwanis Pancake and Egg Breakfast benefitting Riley Hospital for Children is this Saturday, April 20 at the Center Lake Pavilion in Warsaw. Tickets are $5 pre-sale from any Kiwanis member. Tickets will be $6 at the door and 100 percent of the proceeds go to Riley Hospital for Children. The “All-You-Care-To-Eat” breakfast will …read more.

Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, announced today that Renea Salyer, member relations coordinator of the Warsaw Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce has been awarded a Sam’s Club® Scholarship. Awarded to 20 first- year attendees from across the country, the Sam’s Club scholarships recognize individuals that exhibit …read more.

While only briefly addressed in Wednesday’s meeting of the Warsaw Traffic Commission, problems caused by trains moving through the city will not likely see any kind of resolution anytime soon. Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer has been trying to address complaints of trains traveling on the north-south Norfolk Southern rail lines that stop and block crossings …read more.

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R68VNkGqEpU] Approximately 1,300 seventh and eighth grade students attended the Kosciusko Career Expo Wednesday held by the Workforce Development Committee of the Warsaw/Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce. The event featured approximately 50 exhibitors who set up tables with hands on demonstrations for students to partake in. The goal in the event was to expose the …read more.

A Warsaw woman suffered non life-threatening injuries in a two vehicle crash near downtown Warsaw Wednesday. At about 4:15 p.m. an SUV, driven by Clayton W. Rader, 34, of Fort Wayne, and a passenger car, operated by Merrille R. Wagner, 74, of Warsaw, collided in the intersection of Center and Columbia streets. Warsaw Police and …read more.

MudLOVE, an artisan ceramics business based in Winona Lake, desires to influence change by remaining committed to their business model based on radical giving. At least 20 percent of all sales are donated to charity in order to improve lives in communities around the world. For the next month, this Hoosier business is selling “peace” …read more.

Four seniors at Lakeland Christian Academy are working together to plan a food drive that is ultimately one of the largest collections held for Warsaw- based Combined Community Services. This is the fifth year students of LCA will be collecting food for CCS. “Last year we collected food valued at over $30,000,” said Carmen Flores, …read more.

John Riley Hicks, 77, of Larwill, Ind., passed away at 11 p.m. Tuesday, April 16, 2013, at his daughter’s home in Warsaw, Ind. Born on Sept. 29, 1935, in Prestonburg, Ky., he was the son of Ell and Allie (Shepard) Hicks. He moved from Prestonburg in 1944 to Kosciusko County and in 1971 he moved …read more.

“I have enjoyed the benefits of Pilates for the past five years and I am excited to announce that my instructor, Mary Beth Clark, will now be offering private and duet sessions at our studio,” says Debra Collier. The Pilates Method is a revolutionary concept designed to develop the body as a whole. This mind-body …read more.

After 10 years with the same look, Warsaw Community High School’s Tiger Den may soon be receiving a more modern makeover. According to WCHS Athletic Director Dave Anson, the implementation of a new court design that features tiger claw marks through the center of the stadium as well as new phrases and logo options may occur …read more.

When fire departments assist other departments at fires, accidents or other incidents it’s done with a handshake and a pat on the back. So says Mike Brubaker, chief for Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory. Brubaker, a representative of Indiana Department of Homeland Security’s District 2, addressed both the Warsaw Common Council and the Winona Lake Town Council …read more.

Environmental Action Week is April 20-26 and the Kosciusko County Recycling Depot, 220 S. Union St. in Warsaw, has a week of events lined up. Special hours during the week will begin Saturday, April 20. Saturday’s hours will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hours for Monday, April 22, through Friday, April 26, will be …read more.

In fall of 2013, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College will launch two new majors to help students prepare for fulfilling careers in criminology and health care administration. Both Woods Online and campus students will have the ability to enroll in these new degree programs. “Both of these majors are very applicable for students with associate degrees wanting …read more.

Purdue University has announced a $1 million gift to fund scholarships in the School of Nursing and College of Veterinary Medicine. The donors, a couple, made the anonymous estate gift to continue the funding of nursing and veterinary medicine scholarships that they initiated in 2010. “The donors’ love for Purdue and their passion for the …read more.

Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory Chief Mike Brubaker wants to keep homeowners insurance as low as possible and that will likely mean some changes and improvements for the fire service. During Monday night’s regular meeting of the Warsaw Common Council, Brubaker presented the 1995 and 2005 ISO ratings for the department. Insurance Service Office ratings are determined …read more.

Dana Shell The woman responsible for the death of a toddler who was in her care will serve less than one year behind bars. Dana Shell, 44, of Warsaw, was initially charged with neglect of a dependent resulting in death, a class A felony; and reckless homicide, a class C felony. In a plea deal, …read more.

The American Red Cross of Kosciusko County is responding to Monday’s bombings at the Boston Marathon. Two bombs exploded at the finish line of one of the largest races in the world. Three people are dead and more than 140 wounded, yet no one has yet taken credit for the attack. The American Red Cross …read more.

Warsaw’s up and coming Fair Fjola is making their television debut by having one of their songs featured on the CW channel’s “Heart of Dixie” Tuesday night. Fair Fjola – featuring the musical talents of Sebastian Coria, Tyler Reinholt, Samy Coria, Sam Gillis, Eileen Gillis and Veronica Coria – calls their musical blend “unique, vintage …read more.

SYRACUSE – The Warsaw Tigers had it all going for them on Monday night: defense, hitting and two solid pitching performances to start and close the game. The potent combination led to a victory for Warsaw on a rival’s home field, defeating Wawasee 6-0 in Syracuse. While it is just win number one in three …read more.

WARSAW — It was a tale of two seasons in Warsaw. At first, a Warsaw reign that looked as though the night would be short. Then, a Wawasee firestorm that stunned the hosts. A 4-0 Warsaw lead quickly evaporated into a huge response from Wawasee, scoring 10 uninterrupted runs in an eventual 10-7 victory in …read more.

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for Maurices celebrating the opening of its new location in Warsaw Commons, 614 W. 300 N., in Warsaw.   Maurices is the leading small town specialty store and authority for the savvy, fashion conscious customer with a 20-something attitude. Pictured in the front row, from left, are Dee Anna Muraski, …read more.

Here are upcoming events happening at the Warsaw Community Public Library. Children’s Events Lego Club: Saturday, May 4. 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Children ages 5-12. Use library Legos to create whatever they want. Guardian must remain in the library during the program. Room C. No registration. BIG Kids Book Club: Friday, May 17. 10 …read more.

A pair of therapists on staff with the Otis R. Bowen Center for Human Services Inc. have passed their state licensing exams to achieve the licensure designation of Health Service Provider in Psychology. Dr. Candace Tate and Dr. Siquilla Leibetrau each passed the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology to attain the HSPP license. Tate has …read more.

After 92 years in business, Crownover Jewelry will be closing its doors. According to owner Andy Garrett, the business, which opened in 1921, will conclude sales and close doors sometime next month. Andy Garrett, who has been running the business for the past 25 years, stated that the closing is a result of a change …read more.

Grace College is hoping to reclaim the title of world record holders in the game of Knockout. Knockout – also known as Lightning – is a game that involves players shooting baskets to survive elimination and, in turn, eliminate other players. The basic rule of the game is if the trailing player makes a shot …read more.

God’s Highway to Heaven Church, located at 555 Webber St., in Warsaw, will be hosting a free mobile food pantry from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tuesday. All food is provided by Northern Indiana Food Bank of South Bend. The event will be indoors. Those attending should bring their own bags or boxes.  

Warsaw Police Department Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following incidents: Sunday, April 14, 1:30 p.m. Officers received reports of eggs thrown at vehicles and property on Lynn Lane. The eggs damaged five garage doors and one vehicle. Sunday, April 14, 11:45 a.m. Officers were called to the 500 block of Clinic …read more.

Jeri Seely, editor in chief of Senior Life, will share her travels to Alaska along with pictures and facts about the beautiful state, at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 18, at the Warsaw Community Public Library. The great state of Alaska is a place of startling beauty and contrasts. From the frozen tundra of the north, …read more.

Phyllis Jean McKillip, 68, of Fort Wayne, Ind., and formerly of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 10 p.m. Friday, April 12, 2013, in the home of her son. She was born July 24, 1944, in Kingsport, Tenn., to Tony and Dolly (McCracken) Hensley. She was a 1962 graduate of Leesburg High School, Leesburg, Ind., and …read more.

Norella Burgh, 77, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 8:10 p.m. Friday, April 12, 2013, at Kosciusko Community Hospital Warsaw. She was born on March 17, 1936, to Guy and Jessie (VaVoorst) Wolfe in Warsaw. She Was Lifetime resident of Warsaw. She was united in marriage to Burleigh T. Burgh on Sept. 10, 1955, in Warsaw. …read more.

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PueomNLKAaM] Warsaw Fire Department was called to Cigarettes Plus, a business on North Lake Street, Warsaw, at 3:38 a.m. Sunday. Minutes after their arrival, the building became engulfed in flames. Warsaw Fire Department was first called to investigate smoke at Cigarettes Plus, 853 N. Lake St. Upon arrival, WFD called for tanker and manpower …read more.

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JpTov8KOOtk] Story by Carson Kerlin, Junior Reporter at Eisenhower Elementary Good day, this is Carson Kerlin reporting to you from Eisenhower Elementary School in Warsaw. Last week was our spring break. The weather was cold, but it was sunny every day. I know this because I spent my vacation at home. My dad had to …read more.

At 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 16, throughout Indiana, communities across the state will gather together simultaneously to hold candlelight ceremonies marking the need to prevent child abuse in Indiana. In Warsaw, a candlelight ceremony to recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month will be held 7 p.m. outside the Kosciusko County Courthouse. The ceremonies, representing all 92 …read more.

Warsaw Police Department Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following incidents: Friday, April 12, 3 a.m. An officer made a traffic stop in the area of North 150 West and Lake City Highway and arrested Virgil Dordon for operating while intoxicated. Thursday, April 11, 9:07 p.m. Police were called to a home …read more.

A representative for Medtronic today has confirmed that the orthopedics company will be reducing its Warsaw workforce leaving approximately 50 full-time workers without jobs. Eric Epperson, senior director of communications for the company, told StaceyPageOnline.com today that Medtronic made its employees aware of restructuring plans on April 4 saying changes would occur as the company …read more.

The Ivy Tech Community College State Board of Trustees approved the merging of two of the College’s 14 administrative regions. Effective immediately the College’s Northwest and North Central regions will be combined to create a single yet to be named administrative region. Dr. Thomas G. Coley who currently serves as the North Central Chancellor and …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputies responding to a 911 call of a possible domestic fight and battery discovered all the makings of a methamphetamine lab and took a Warsaw woman into custody. Erica Nicole Bell, 24, was arrested and preliminarily charged with possession of meth and possession of precursors used in the production of meth. Bell …read more.

Kosciusko County Treasurer Sue Ann Mitchell told the county council Thursday night that property tax bills are in the mail and, “We’re trying to make it as easy as we can for people to pay.” Kosciusko County property owners should be receiving their property tax bills in the mail within the next few days. Property …read more.

The Kosciusko County Community Fair wants to know, “Who is your hero?” This year’s fair theme, A Salute to Heroes, is meant to honor anyone who someone views as their hero. It could be someone’s mother or father. Perhaps it is a teacher who made a difference in a young life. A hero is anyone …read more.

The time is now for the Triton boys golf team. After running out of steam in last year’s regional round, the Trojans will look to ride a strong group of upperclassmen to the next level. The majority of that weight will be carried by Quentyn Carpenter and Ryan Rapp, two seniors who have both seen …read more.

State Rep. Rebecca Kubacki (R-Syracuse) offered a House resolution this week honoring the 2013 State Superintendent of the Year, Dr. Craig J. Hintz. Dr. Hintz, superintendent of Warsaw Community Schools, was chosen by the Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents. “Dr. Hintz got right down to business and took charge,” said Rep. Kubacki. “That’s what …read more.

Warsaw Police Department Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following incidents: Thursday, April 11, 12:30 a.m. Warsaw residents in the 200 block of Sophie Lane reported a juvenile complaint. Thursday, April 11, 9:09 a.m. Welcome Lloyd was observed in the 1200 block of Husky Trail operating a motor vehicle with a suspended …read more.

The board of directors of Lake City Bank has announced the promotion of Jan Martin to vice president and commercial loan operations manager. Martin has 22 years of banking experience with Lake City Bank. Her previous duties include positions as a teller, commercial loan processing clerk, operations officer and assistant vice president and commercial loan …read more.

Upcoming classes at The Studio, 2043 N. Detroit St., Warsaw, include: Shrink Jewelry Tuesday, April 16 from 6:30 p.m. -8:30 p.m. COST: $20 Using Grafix film, participants will design their own jewelry pendants before incorporating them into a necklace. Everyone will leave with at least 1 handmade necklace. Scrapbook Club Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m. COST:  FREE …read more.

Eight candidates will vie for four positions on the Kosciusko REMC Board of Directors during the electric co-op’s annual meeting on Saturday, April 20. Incumbents Kim Buhrt, Pam Messmore, Fred Powell and Tony Fleming are opposed by candidates Don Bokhart, Russell Boucher, Joe Stanley and Greg Harden, respectively. Kim Buhrt Kim Buhrt has been a …read more.

Among the agenda items considered by Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals during its regular monthly meeting Tuesday in Warsaw was a petition by Daniel Stuckman Jr. to expand his salvage business on Koher Road, south of Promentory Point in Turkey Creek Township. The petition had been continued from the March meeting to allow Stuckman …read more.

Warsaw Community Schools is announcing the opening of the online school registration for the 2013-2014 school year. Online registration, through PowerSchool, will begin on April 15 and will end on June 14.PowerSchool usernames and passwords will be mailed to homes during the week of April 7. If you are new to Warsaw Community Schools, please …read more.

The snow plows have barely been off the road a full week and now workers for the Indiana Department of Transportation are focusing their efforts on patching potholes and removing litter from along highways throughout the State. The Annual Trash Bash takes place from April 6-28, and coincides with National Earth Day to aid in …read more.

Kosciusko County The following individuals were recently booked into the Kosciusko County Jail: April 9, 2013 Kirk William Depoister, 38, 11149 Humpty Dumpty Dr., Cromwell, arrested for driving while suspended. Bond: $300 Cary Lee Smith, 36, 8027 W. 900 S., Akron, arrested on three counts of check deception. Bond: $3,900 Cathy Linn Willsey, 58, 712 …read more.

Lincoln Elementary Student Council has been very busy this year. The council, which is comprised of 23 fifth and sixth grade students, has organized two canned food drives for needy area families, shown appreciation to local firefighters and police officers at Christmas and has conducted a successful Riley Children’s Hospital fundraiser which lead to the …read more.

Support Rudy’s Dog Park on Thursday, April 25, with the Dine for the Dogs and Howl at the Moon Fundraiser at Bennigan’s Irish Grill & Tavern in Warsaw. Bennigan’s is donating 10 percent of all food and drink sales from 11 a.m. to close that day to Rudy’s Dog Park. Karaoke will also begin at …read more.

The former building of Ken Anderson Films is being considered for a homeless shelter in Warsaw. Since 2010, Fellowship Missions has operated two homeless shelters in Warsaw – one to serve men, one for women. On Monday, April 22, it is the hope of founder Eric Lane to get approval from the city to bring …read more.

AKRON – New coach. New uniforms. Same old tradition. It would be nice to say that the Vikings are back, but the simple truth is that they never truly left. Ever since last year’s season- ending loss to Hamilton Heights in the first round of the regional, Tippecanoe Valley baseball players have been hard at …read more.

DePuy Synthes Joint Reconstruction Inc., a global leader in devices for joint replacement, recently pledged $1 million to the Kosciusko Community YMCA. The gift will be used in support of the construction of a new YMCA facility to be built on U.S. 30 and Mariner Drive. While the Y hopes to open the new facility …read more.

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1tuioWUqY4] Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory established a landing zone for Lutheran Air ambulance at Warsaw Community High School Tuesday afternoon for an Etna Green man injured in a motorcycle crash. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department deputies and emergency personnel responded at 2:21 p.m. yesterday to the crash on SR 25 at the intersection of County Road …read more.

The YMCA is pleased to announce a $1.5 million pledge from Biomet Inc. The gift will be used in support of the construction of a new YMCA facility to be built on U.S. 30 and Mariner Drive. The significance of the gift allows the Y to continue to fulfill its mission to provide life-enriching programs …read more.

Warsaw Police Department Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following accidents: Monday, April 8, 1:18 p.m. Lake City Highway. Drivers: Rose M. Gesaman, 68, EMS B20B Lane, Pierceton; Barbara J. McIntosh, 57, Boyd Circle, Michigan City; and Jennifer L. Ulerick, 37, East 3rd Street, Peru. Gesaman was adjusting her glass when she …read more.

Kosciusko County The following individuals were recently booked into the Kosciusko County Jail: April 8, 2013 Kevin Leonard Mendez, 22, 1526 Cleveland Ave., Whiting, arrested for failure to appear in court for original charge misdemeanor. Bond: $25,000. Eunice Purata Arroyo, 19, 435 S. 19th St., South Bend, arrested for battery. Bond: $1,500 Adrian Piper Cristostomo, …read more.

Kosciusko County Highway Superintendent Scott Tilden requested approximately $1.1 million for proposed road work at today’s Kosciusko County Commissioners meeting. Tilden said he has several road projects in mind that need to be done this year that will a cost around $1,165,000. The money will need to come from Economic Development Income Tax funds. That …read more.

Noting inspections of all infrastructure have been completed and approved, the Warsaw Plan Commission Monday night approved the final plat for Meijer. The vote also brought about discussion of traffic by the new discount store. WPC member Mike Klondaris asked if another entrance/exit to Meijer would be added on U.S. 30. He was informed by …read more.

After an immensely difficult year for farmers and gardeners alike, this year’s growing season may promise better results. According to Michael Skipper with the National Weather Service in North Webster, last year’s planting season saw several factors that caused several farmers and gardeners problems. Skipper said March of last year was the warmest March month …read more.

The last time Warsaw completed a comprehensive plan that would help guide city leaders to future development was in 1998. Calling it “the bible” of the city’s future, the Warsaw Plan Commission discussed updating the plan. City planner Jeremy Skinner presented to the WPC Monday night a lengthy proposal on what the comprehensive plan will …read more.