A house fire that occurred Wednesday, July 29 is under investigation. 

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 11:02 p.m. Thursday, July 23, North CR 350W, north of Old Road 30, Warsaw. Driver: Diego William Romero, 18, Old Road 30, Warsaw. Romero said he swerved to avoid striking a raccoon that entered the roadway. His vehicle went off the road …read more.

We are open for and operating under our normal business hours (Monday -Thursday 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. We are closed on Sundays until September).

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Elkhart County The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Corrections Facility: Fulton County The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail: Marshall County The following people were booked in the Marshall County Jail: Whitley County The following people were …read more.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

Three people were injured and taken to area hospitals after a single-vehicle accident north of Atwood on Sunday night.

Fresh perishable items and dry goods will be offered free of charge. All items will be pre-boxed and pre-bagged. First come, first served, for up to 400 households, while supplies last, for those in need of food assistance. One per household.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 1:56 a.m. Friday, June 5, 3700 block South SR 25, Mentone. Officers investigated a report of battery resulting in moderate bodily injury. 2:23 p.m. Thursday, June 4, 3600 block North Barbee Road, Warsaw. Kim E. Satterfield reported identity deception. 10:50 p.m. Wednesday, …read more.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 3:01 p.m. Monday, June 1, on North CR 200E, near East CR 700N, Warsaw. Drivers: Renee L. Sonnenberg, 38, Carmen Street, Portage; and Sarah A. Silva, 25, Lake John Circle, Winona Lake. Sonnenberg was at a stop sign and did not realize …read more.

A Mentone area resident provided a photo of a car that went off the road and apparently flipped twice early Sunday morning.

People gathered on both sides of Main Street in Mentone Friday night, May 22, to cheer for Tippecanoe Valley High School seniors during their graduation parade.

The following is a list of Memorial Day weekend events happening in Kosciusko County, as well as a list of events that will not occur this year due to COVID-19 restrictions:

Tippecanoe Valley High School Principal Brandon Kresca recently released more details on the senior parade happening this Friday, May 22.

Claypool Officers with the Claypool Police Department investigated the following incident: 2:17 p.m. Friday, May 15, 400 block West Wilson Ave., Silver Lake. Lloyd W. Perkins reported burglary. Value: $40.   Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 10:44 p.m. Sunday, May 17, 5500 block South SR 13 and …read more.

MENTONE — The Food Bank Of Northern Indiana, in cooperation with The Salvation Army of Kosciusko County, will distribute food boxes to families in need from 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, May 20, at Mentone Elementary School, 301 E. Jackson St., Mentone,  in the north parking lot.  The distribution will be a drive-through event …read more.

Press Release AKRON — Tippecanoe Valley High School will hold an in-person graduation ceremony for the Class of 2020 on Sunday, July 19. More information on specific event details will be released to seniors and their families prior to the event. A backup date is set for Sunday, July 26. The baccalaureate ceremony will begin …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 3:15 p.m. Monday, May 4, 11300 block North East Wawasee Drive, Syracuse. Stephen J. Kaluza reported theft. Value: $50.   Mentone Officers with the Mentone Police Department investigated the following incident: 11:02 a.m. Wednesday, May 6, 100 block South Tucker St., Mentone. …read more.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

By Kory Betts InkFreeNews WARSAW — Snow on Friday leads to chances of sunshine Saturday and rain on Sunday. Today, Friday, April 17, includes a lingering chance of snow before 3 p.m. Some snow is expected to turn into rain before 5 p.m. Total daytime accumulation of two to four inches is possible. The high …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 6:16 a.m. Tuesday, April 7, South SR 19, north of West CR 800S, Mentone. Driver: Watanah J. Vigar, 56, West Myrtle Glen Road, Silver Lake. Vigar was traveling north on SR 19 when her vehicle began to hydroplane, causing her vehicle to …read more.

WARSAW — National Weather Service predicts mostly sunny skies for this workweek but there is a chance of showers late Monday night and Tuesday. Monday afternoon, April 6, will be mostly sunny with a high near 62. Expect a 90% chance showers and thunderstorms Monday night. The low will be around 52. Showers and thunderstorms …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 3:14 a.m. Wednesday, April 1, 4900 block South Mallard Road, Mentone. Officers investigated a stabbing report. 2:06 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, 400 block North Detroit St., Warsaw. Thomas L. Waikel II reported his squad vehicle striking a post in a parking lot.  …read more.

MENTONE — Starting Wednesday, April 1, trash pickup in Mentone returns to its normal schedule. According to Mentone Town Council member Tim Croy, the town was notified by Valley Sanitation last week. Regular trash pickup in Mentone briefly stopped due to Valley Sanitation’s concern for the health of its employees during the COVID-19 pandemic. On Saturday, …read more.

MENTONE — A community fixture of 33 years continues to support those in need of food assistance. “Mary and Jerry’s Helping Hands Food Bank” is tucked away south of Mentone on a county road east of SR 19. The food bank was started in the late 1980s by longtime Mentone residents Mary and Jerry Secrist. The …read more.

WARSAW — There is a strong chance of rain for most of the weekend across much of northern Indiana, according to the National Weather Service. Friday, March 27, will remain cloudy and there is a 30% chance of showers after 3 p.m. The high will be near 56. Tonight will include another chance of showers …read more.

Whitley County Government Whitley County offices will remain open for the time being, according to a news release issued late Tuesday, March 24. After reviewing Gov. Eric Holcomb’s Executive Order 02-08, the Whitley County Commissioners have determined all county departments are considered essential government functions and will remain operational as of this time, the county …read more.

MENTONE — The Town of Mentone is providing an alternative means of trash disposal for its residents. Last week, Akron-based Valley Sanitation suspended regular trash pickup in Mentone until further notice, according to Tim Croy. He is a member of the Mentone Town Council. On Friday, March 20, three rollaway dumpsters were installed by the town …read more.

MENTONE — The ability to make utility payments online is now available in Mentone. Residents will be able to submit their utility payments on paygov.us. The service was officially made available Friday, March 20, according to Clerk-Treasurer Janick Norris. Payments by cash or check were long the only payment method accepted by the Clerk’s office.  …read more.

WARSAW — A Mentone woman will serve four years in prison if she is not accepted into a community corrections program after molesting a minor in 2019. Jasmine Sue Davis, 19, 204 N. Franklin St., Mentone, was charged with child molesting, a level 4 felony. Davis was sentenced in Kosciusko Superior Court 1 on Thursday, …read more.

From left, are Dan Woods and Elim Smith. InkFreeNews photo by Liz Shepherd. WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Alcohol and Tobacco Commission renewed nine permits and approved one permit transfer during a meeting on Thursday, March 5. The board approved a permit transfer for Hunters BBQ Restaurant and Catering, Etna Green. Yavin Bamnolkar, the restaurant’s …read more.

WINONA LAKE — A variety of unique locally handmade items will be auctioned at the Annual Charity Auction Fundraiser Friday, Feb. 28, in the Winona Heritage Room, 901 Park Ave., Winona Lake. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and the auction, conducted by Glenn Hochstetler of MeadowBlend Auctions, will commence at 7 p.m. Homemade pies …read more.

MENTONE — Valentine’s Day Story Hour offered at Bell Memorial Public Library. Story Hour is scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 14 and will take place in the Children’s room.  The theme for this week is “Valentine’s Day.” The story to be read will be “Pete The Cat: Valentine’s Day is Cool” by Kim Dean. …read more.

WARSAW — Probably the most significant marker of Sally Nelson’s personality is the Harley-Davidson decal she put on her four-wheel electric scooter. “Everybody who knows me knows about Sally’s Harley,” chuckled the amiable 72-year-old Warsaw resident. Many of those who know her are regulars at the Kosciusko County’s senior activity center on the north side …read more.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library, 101 W. Main St., announced a Teen Craft Night and more for the week of Jan. 13-17. Teens and young adults, join us from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 16, for Teen Craft Night. Teens will have an opportunity to make a reusable 2020 calender using Post-It Notes …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library released its announcements for the week of Jan. 6-10. The library is creating space for its “Makerspace!” Think of a Makerspace as a spot inside the library for making, sharing, learning and exploring. Patrons have the potential to use things like a high-quality laser printer or maybe even a …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 12:45 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 2, North CR 150W, near North Fox Farm Road, Warsaw. Drivers: Jody L. Torpy, 52, East Barrington Place, Warsaw; and Aaron D. Schrock, 24, North CR 400E, Syracuse. Schrock’s vehicle was stopped on CR 150W at a stop …read more.

WARSAW — On Jan. 1, Steve Moriarty will take over as the Kosciusko County Highway Department superintendent following Scott Tilden’s retirement. Moriarty has been the assistant superintendent for the past seven years.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library will be closed on Tuesday, Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve) and Wednesday, Dec. 25 (Christmas Day). The library will open again for regular business hours from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 26. The library will also be closed on Tuesday, Dec. 31 (New Year’s Eve) and Wednesday, Jan. …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 8:26 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16, 8345 S. SR 19, south of West CR 900S, Akron. Driver: Brandon L. Ault, 36, South SR 25, Warsaw. Ault was turning his vehicle around in a parking lot when his vehicle struck a light pole. Ault …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library announced its events for the week of Dec. 16-20. For folks not in the Bell Memorial Library’s tax district, a superb idea for a Christmas Gift would be a Library card! The fee for out of district cards is $88.77 and is good for an entire year. A Library …read more.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Fulton County The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail: Elkhart County The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Correctional Facility: Marshall County The following people were booked in the Marshall County Jail:

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library announced its events for the week of Dec. 9-13. Monday afternoon at the Movies! Join the library on Monday, Dec. 9 at 1:30 p.m. for “A Veteran’s Christmas.” In the film, honorably discharged from the Marines, Grace is driving to Cincinnati when her Jeep brakes down. Judge Joe …read more.

  MENTONE — The Mentone Town Council heard concerns regarding living conditions in a local mobile home court at its monthly meeting, Wednesday, Dec. 4. Councilmember Tim Croy brought to the council’s attention complaints regarding the conditions at Kline Trailer Court. Jeff and Sarah McCoy, currently of Rochester, lived in a house trailer on Lot …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library recently announced the following events for Dec. 2-7. Parents! Bring the family to the Library on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 pm for a visit with Santa Clause. Afterward, please join the library in its large conference room to make an ornament for your Christmas tree.  …read more.

WARSAW — All local government offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 28-29, in observance of Thanksgiving, but how does that affect local trash pickup? InkFreenews checked with Warsaw and ten towns in Kosciusko County and below are their plans for trash pickup: Claypool – Trash pickup will not be affected. Etna Green – …read more.

ETNA GREEN — One person was injured after a two-vehicle accident on Old Road 30, near CR 800W, Etna Green Monday afternoon. At approximately 12:45 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25, Etna Township Fire and Rescue Services responded to a report of a vehicle accident involving a semi and a passenger car. Initial dispatch reports said a …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library announced its news for the week of Nov. 25-29. Bell Memorial Public Library will be closed Thursday, Nov. 28, and Friday, Nov. 29, for Thanksgiving, The library will be open during regular business hours on Saturday, Nov. 30, said a news release from Bell Memorial Public Library. New books …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library announced its upcoming events for the week of Nov. 18-22, 2019. Read It Watch It is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, Nov. 19 starting at 4 p.m.  The topic of discussion will be “The Hound of the Baskerville’s” by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (A Sherlock Holmes Mystery). The …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 2:03 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14, South CR 800W, near West SR 25, Mentone. Drivers: Amber A. Diehl, 34, South CR 800W, Mentone; and Tammy L. Tilton, 35, Skylane Drive G3, Plymouth. Diehl’s vehicle was behind Tilton’s when Tilton stopped at a stop …read more.

WARSAW — Almost all local government offices will be closed Monday in observance of Veterans Day. Offices that will be closed include Kosciusko County, the city of Warsaw, and the towns of Winona Lake, Mentone, Milford, Pierceton, Silver Lake, Claypool, Etna Green and Syracuse. Leesburg town government will be open. The US Post offices are …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library announced its events for the upcoming week. Monday, Nov. 11, is Veteran’s Day. Bell Memorial Public library will be open from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. New books are coming soon. Please note that some books are pre-ordered. The library does not receive them until after they are published. …read more.

Beloved daughter, Nora Blaine Walters, was born sleeping at 5:38 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019 at Saint Joseph Health System in Mishawaka. Nora weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces and was 19 3/4 inches long. Nora had lots of brown and blonde hair, and full cheeks like her brother. Nora was able to snuggle with mommy …read more.

From left: Tim Croy, Town Council Member; Barb Ross, Clerk-Treasurer; and Jill Gross, Town Council President. InkFreeNews photo by Kory Stoneburner-Betts. MENTONE — The Mentone Town Council rejected a fee-for-service agreement from the Kosciusko County Economic Development Corporation (KEDCo) at its monthly meeting, Nov. 6. During the council meeting on June 5, KEDCo proposed that …read more.

Towns with races: Claypool Libertarian Patricia Warner captured two-thirds of the vote (66.6 to 33.3) and defeated Democrat Charlotte Lindley in the race for clerk-treasurer. Republican Benny Stage, Jr. defeated Democrat Niki Miller, 65.1 to 34.8, for the north district seat. Other candidates on the ballot included Democrat Elizabeth Heiman and Republican Eugene Warner. They …read more.

WARSAW — A handful of towns will host elections on Tuesday, Nov. 5, and here’s a look at a rundown of contests: In Warsaw, four city council seats are up for grabs. Those include the following contests: In District 1, incumbent Republican Jeff Grose will face Democrat Sarah McNeal Strahan-Lenfestey; In District 2, Republican Josh …read more.

MENTONE — November is National Novel Writing Month. NaNoWriMo is an annual, Internet-based creative writing project that takes place during the month of November. Participants attempt to write a 50,000-word manuscript between Nov. 1 and Nov. 30. Well-known authors write pep talks to keep them motivated throughout the process, said a news release from Bell Memorial Public Library. …read more.

MENTONE — The following are news items for the week of Oct. 28 – Nov. 1 from Bell Memorial Public Library. Euchre Club will meet at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28, in our large conference room. The Library Board will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28. Board meetings are open to the public and …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 4:35 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, South Packerton Road near East CR 600E, Warsaw. Driver: John J. Rheinheimer, 29, Wooster Road, Winona Lake. Rheinheimer was driving his vehicle north on South Packerton Road when a deer entered the roadway. Damages up to …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 1:33 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, East Washington Road, near East Pierceton Road, Pierceton. Driver: John A. Neely, 25, Lark Lane, Warsaw. Neely was traveling west on East Pierceton Road when a deer ran into the side of his vehicle. Damage up to …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 11:57 a.m. Monday, Oct. 7, South CR 1000 West near West CR 1000 South, Mentone. Driver: Tatianna E. Scott, North SR 19, Akron. Scott said she was driving her vehicle north on CR 1000 West when a large black dog entered …read more.

MENTONE — Shortly before 8:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 7, first responders were called to the area of CR 700S, west of SR 19, for a rollover accident. The vehicle, a Dodge Caliber, had been traveling east on 700S when it went off the road and flipped at least once before returning to the road and …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library will hold the following events in October: Story Hour will take place at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 11, in the children’s room. This week’s theme is “Signs of Fall.” Stories to be read are “How Do You Know It’s Fall?” by Ruth Owen; “It’s Fall” by Glinda Glaser; and …read more.

MENTONE — The Town Council approved the 2020 salary ordinance Wednesday night. The salary ordinance will see utilities’ employee Josh Shepherd’s pay rise to $50,000 and the salary of fellow town utilities employee Corbin Hudson rise to $40,000. The ordinance also allows Clerk-Treasurer Barb Ross to receive her current pay of $15 an hour while …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 9:12 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1, South CR 850W, north of West SR 14, Silver Lake. Driver: Austin F. Nickerson, 22, South CR 825W, Akron. Nickerson was traveling north on South CR 850W when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $2,500. …read more.

WARSAW — Some people just won’t slow down. To confirm that precept, witness the life of octogenarian Alice Surface Keirn of Warsaw. Case in point: on her 80th birthday in July, Keirn ventured zip lining at a zoo in Grand Rapids, Mich. “My sister came in from Arizona. We both crossed it off our bucket …read more.

MENTONE — The Bell Memorial Public Library Board will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 30. Meetings are always open to the public. The library encourages community members to attend.  New books are coming soon to the Bell Memorial Public Library. Titles include “A Field Guide to the Jewish People” by Dave Barry; “The Guardians” by …read more.

Much of northern Indiana received heavy rain in the past day. Below is a chart listing rainfall totals for specific areas. Storm totals are through 2 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 28. Communities listed more than once have more than one tracking source reporting to the National Weather Service.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 12:24 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25, 1600 block South Briarwood Drive, Warsaw. Waclaw M. Adamczyk reported fraud. Value: $100. 9:08 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, 8800 block East Hatchery Road, Syracuse. Jennifer A. Johnson reported theft. Value: $200. 1:25 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, 9300 block …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 11:44 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23, West CR 250S, south of South SR 25, Warsaw. Driver: Carina Rodriguez, 24, South Circle Drive West, Warsaw. Rodriguez was navigating her vehicle on a curve on West CR 250S when her vehicle left the roadway, striking a …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 10:19 a.m. Monday, Sept. 23, North CR 800W, north of West CR 300N, Atwood. Driver: Jeffrey S. Smith, 61, CR 38, Wakarusa. Smith was traveling south on CR 800W in a construction zone on a motorcycle when his vehicle struck a lip on …read more.

MENTONE —  The Bell Memorial Public Library will recognize Banned Books Week from Sept. 22-28. Banned Books Week is an annual awareness campaign promoted by the American Library Association and Amnesty International, and celebrates the freedom to read, draws attention to banned books and highlights persecuted individuals. The Bell Memorial Public Library encourages patrons to …read more.

MENTONE — Family Fun Day, a carnival-style, family-friendly event, is scheduled to take place at First Baptist Church of Mentone from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21. There will be games, crafts, and activities such as a bounce house and a dunk tank. Admission, games and activities are free. Snack foods, such as …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library in Mentone has several reading activities and events happening in the month of September. Teen Book Club is scheduled to take place from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17, in the library’s teen room. Read a book by or about Roald Dahl. Contact Elyza at (574) 353-7234 for …read more.

MENTONE — Mentone’s 10th Annual Rotors Over Mentone will be held beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday Sept. 14. Helicopter rides start at 10 a.m. Come out for a day of fun with the family. Attendees will have the opportunity to see helicopters up close, or even take a ride. Visitors can tour the Lawrence D. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 4:11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 6, 8900 block East Black Point Road, Syracuse. Dollar General reported criminal mischief. 1:12 a.m. Friday, Sept. 6, 4900 block South SR 19 and West CR 500S, Mentone. Officers investigated a report of disorderly conduct. 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. …read more.

WARSAW — Adapt. Overcome. Live. When it comes to pursuing a dream while facing statements like “You can’t do that” or “That’s impossible for you,” adapting, overcoming, and living life to the fullest is Joe Secrist’s motto. Secrist, who is legally blind, has held many titles in his lifetime, from skydiving instructor and martial artist to …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 7:02 p.m. Monday, Sept. 2, 1400 block East Smith St., Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of disorderly conduct. 6:58 p.m. Monday, Sept. 2, 6600 block North 5th Trail, North Webster. Virginia K. Penn reported a hit-and-run vehicle accident. 6:56 p.m. Monday, Sept. 2, …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2, in observance of Labor Day. September is Library Card Sign-Up Month. In honor of Library Card Sign-Up Month, Bell Memorial Public Library is hosting a library scavenger hunt. This will begin on Tuesday, Sept. 3, and continue until Monday, Sept. 30. Each …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Fulton The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail: Elkhart The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Corrections Facility: Marshall The following person was booked in the Marshall County Jail:

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

MENTONE — Republican voters in Mentone will decide which candidate will be on the fall election ballot for clerk-treasurer at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21, at the Mentone Emergency Services Building. Each political party can have one clerk-treasurer candidate on the ballot. Nicki Norris and Tammy Stoneburner have both filed for the position in Mentone. …read more.

WARSAW — Republican voters in three towns — Etna Green, Pierceton and Silver Lake — will cast votes tonight, Aug. 20, to pare down the number of candidates for the fall ballot. Voting begins at 7 p.m. today in the first three towns. Voting in Etna Green will happen at the Heritage Park building. Pierceton …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 8:03 a.m. Monday, Aug. 19, South CR 650W, south of West Crystal Lake Road, Warsaw. Driver: Alexis C. Brazo, 24, South CR 700W, Claypool. Brazo was traveling north on CR 650W when a deer entered the roadway. Brazo swerved her vehicle to avoid …read more.

MENTONE — Growing up in Mentone, Mike Yazel has felt a pull to art since he first started drawing. He enjoys trying multiple different mediums for his artwork including watercolor, oil, glass blowing, blacksmithing and wood carving.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library will host a basic computer skills class on Tuesday, Aug. 20. This class will cover how to use Windows, keyboard shortcuts, basic Internet skills and e-mail usage. There is no cost to attend. However, sign-up is required and at least three participants are needed. For more information, contact the …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Fulton The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail:

MENTONE — The old saying — if you’re doing something you love, you’ll never work a day in your life —  could apply to Madelyne Anweiler of Mentone. Anweiler loves books, and, along with her sister, Elyza Oswald, she has managed to maintain a used bookstore, Pete and Freddy’s Pages Aplenty, for nine years. Books, however, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Republicans in four towns in Kosciusko County will need to conduct political conventions this summer to reduce the number of candidates appearing on the general election ballot to the maximum allowed by state law. Seven towns with populations of less than 3,500 — Claypool, Etna Green, Pierceton, Leesburg, North Webster, Mentone and Silver …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 8:45 p.m. Wednesday, July 31, North CR 150W, north of West CR 500N, Warsaw. Driver: Sandra Medina, 29, East Ramar Drive, Warsaw. Medina was traveling north on CR 150W when she saw a deer near the edge of the roadway. Thinking the deer …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 6:25 a.m. Friday, July 19, North Orn Road, south of West CR 900N, Milford. Driver: Joshua D. Bonee, 35, West Prairie Street, Leesburg. Bonee was traveling north on Orn Road when a deer entered the roadway. This caused Bonee to swerve his vehicle, …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 12:14 a.m. Friday, July 12, 11500 block North Sleeping Beauty Lane, Cromwell. Officers investigated a report of a missing person. 10:57 p.m. Thursday, July 11, 9400 block West CR 500S, Mentone. Cassandra S. Schnitz reported the theft of a cellphone. Value: $100. 10:01 …read more.

Mentone Officers with the Mentone Police Department investigated the following accident: 4:15 p.m. Wednesday, July 10, Main Street, west of Franklin Street, Mentone. Drivers: Chassidy E. Bays, 23, South CR 875W, Claypool; and Helene N. Dillinger, 62, Jackson Boulevard, Rochester. Bays was traveling west on Main Street when she rear-ended Dillinger’s vehicle. Dillinger’s vehicle was …read more.