[weaver_youtube MDqd5xrIbAs rel=8]   The fire at 501 S. Edgewater Drive, Syracuse, this morning, has been ruled as accidental. The mobile home is owned by Curtis Smith. Two dogs and a cat perished in the fire. Turkey Creek Fire Territory Fire Chief Mickey Scott reported no one was at the residence when the fire was …read more.

Allen Vaughn ‘Robin’ Barrett, 69, Syracuse, passed away at 5:10 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 30, 2014, at his residence. Barrett was born on Jan. 7, 1945, to George and Dorothy (Overstreet) Barrett in Indianapolis. Barrett graduated from Indianapolis’ North Central High School in 1963. He joined the Navy in 1964 and was stationed in Brunswick, Maine. …read more.

Michael Todd Hullinger Michael T. Hullinger, 44, Fort Wayne, has had three charges officially filed against him stemming from an early morning accident on Sept. 13 in Syracuse. (See related story) The Kosciusko County Prosecutor’s office has filed: failure to remain at the scene of an accident a level 3 felony; failure to remain at …read more.

Claypool Officers with the Claypool Police Department investigated the following accident: 6:39 a.m. Friday, Oct. 31, South SR 19 north of West CR 900N, Akron. Driver: Cory W. Rogers, 27, East 18th Street, Rochester. Hit deer. Damage up to $5,000. Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 7:09 p.m. Friday, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 1:51 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, 4400 block East CR 1200N, Syracuse. Thomas L. Stiver reported the theft of bicycle. Value: $663. 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, 2700 block West Crystal Lake Road, Warsaw. Jay A. Wagner reported a door remote, change and two …read more.

A complete list of Halloween/Fall events can be found here. Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Kosciusko County Fairgrounds Soul Taker’s Acres – 8-11 p.m., Friday, Oct. 31, and 8 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Fabrizio Puga v. Donald and Lisa Anderson, Potomac Falls, Va., $1904 SAC Finance v. Christopher A. Breidinger, Churubusco, $9729.86 Joanne Kolbe Law Office v. Sheila M. Conley, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 3:38 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29, East CR 200N, Warsaw. Drivers: Dawn M. Walker, 44, East 200N, Warsaw, and Rosario Herendeen, 45, East CR 1300N, Milford. Walker was backing from her driveway and hit the Herendeen vehicle. Damage up to $1,000. Syracuse Officers with …read more.

Raymond J. Halsey, 25, of 126 S. Main St., Milford, who also shows an address of 9485 N. SR 13, Syracuse, was arrested Wednesday and charged with theft. He was booked in the Kosciusko County Jail and is being held on $15,000 surety bond. Court documents state at 8:01 p.m. Oct. 20, two individuals came …read more.

Dorothy A. Keim, 85, of Syracuse, passed away on Oct. 28, 2014, at her home. She was born on Nov. 20, 1928, in Porter, to Reverend Vernon and Edith (Garpow) Palmer. On Aug. 14, 1955, she married Lemoine Keim, who survives. She was a Syracuse resident since 1958. She was a data processing manager for …read more.

By VIRGINIA SURSO Lake Papakeechie Sustainability Initiative The Lake Papakeechie Sustainability Initiative will sponsor a seminar by Professor Nate Bosch, director of the Center for Lakes and Streams at Grace College, at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, in the Syracuse Community Center. Interested persons are welcome. Refreshments will be served. Bosh will discuss some foundational …read more.

Phillip Smith, 83, of Syracuse, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2014, in Boonton, N.J. He  was born in Warsaw. After high school, he served with the Air Force and was stationed in Okinawa, Japan. Once Phil returned, he attended Missouri School of Mines and received his degree in engineering. He then married Beverly Baum. …read more.

BY MAGGIE KENWORTHY Crosson Mill Park in Syracuse has received its annual change in scenery. The park has been eerily transformed into its very own haunted thrill, a Halloween themed experience. The Syracuse Parks Department and Wawasee High School Choir joined together to make this event possible. The Haunted Thrill in Crosson Mill is constructed …read more.

Chester R. Harris, 76, of Syracuse, passed away at 5:45 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, 2014, at his home. He was born June 11, 1938, in Denver, Colo., to the late Clarence R. and Clara M. (Ritter) Harris. On Dec. 15, 1956, in Syracuse, he married Lavera J. Weaver. Chester retired in 2000 from Fairmount Homes where …read more.

[weaver_youtube jhVgnVeYh3k rel=8]     The property loss and damage has been estimated up to $200,000 from a barn fire Sunday afternoon, at 8097 N. Syracuse-Webster Road. The property is owned by Dennis Darr. The fire has been ruled accidental. Embers from a recreational fire were determined to start the blaze. Turkey Creek Fire Territory, …read more.

Rosemary C. Gerrity, 89, of Syracuse, passed away at 2:10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2014, at the Gardens of Lake City in Warsaw. She was born on May 13, 1925, in Chicago, to John C. and Blanche M. (Ryan) Snoreck. She graduated in 1943 from Kelly High School in Chicago and on May 2, …read more.

One individual has been arrested in connection with burglaries of Lake Wawasee homes May 19. Warrants have been issued for others involved, but no one else has  been arrested at this time. Robert Tyler Boatwright, 24, 10937 N. 200E, Milford, was arrested Wednesday, Oct. 22, by Milford Police. He is being held on a $10,000 …read more.

A complete list of Halloween/Fall events can be found here. Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Kosciusko County Fairgrounds Soul Taker’s Acres – 8-11 p.m., Friday, Oct. 24, and 8 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Drug Task Force deputies, along with officers from Syracuse Police Department, arrested Jason Paul Halsey, 40, 9485 N. SR 13, Syracuse, for theft and various drug charges. According to a press release from KCSD, at approximately 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23, law enforcement executed a search warrant at 9485 N. SR 13 …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims
 The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Canterbury House Apartments v. Marilyn Haynes, Warsaw, $2,333.65 Derek Robinson, Warsaw, $2,333.65 Culver Development Corp. v. Maurice Carson II and Jennifer Castillo, Nappanee, $1,604 Paula and Thomas …read more.

[weaver_youtube  OPhRd7AR5Ps rel=o]   Initial report: New Paris Fire Department requested a full assist from Milford Fire Department along with tankers from Leesburg and Turkey Creek fire territories at a structure fire this morning. The local agencies responded to a multiple alarm fire at Better Way Products Plant 2 on CR 23, between US 6 and …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication and Programming Services, Syracuse Public Library The Syracuse Public Library is celebrating the most exuberant holiday of the year, where children and some adults dress up and get candy. The library has a tent full of curiosities and confounding displays for the wonderment of all. Trick-or-treaters that come to the library …read more.

By KAREN KELSHEIMER Director, Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum The Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum is excited to announce the following events to the general public. New Visiting Display World War II Victory Mail Comics by U.S. Naval Lieutenant Don Fassler to his wife “Ruru” in Syracuse, on loan through December by Diana Castell. Lt. Fassler, stationed aboard the …read more.

The National Weather Service has issued a freeze warning for northern Indiana, including Kosciusko, Elkhart, Whitley, Wabash, and St. Joseph Counties. The warning is in effect from 4 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 19, until 9 a.m. the same day. According to the warning: clearing skies and diminishing winds will cause temperatures in the region to drop …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 8:43 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17, SR 13 near 800 North, North Webster. Driver: Crystal D. Gilbert, 30, Pickwick Drive, Syracuse. Driver struck deer. Damages: up to $5,000 1:47 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17, 250 East near US 30, Warsaw. Drivers: Jose A. Nunez, 40, …read more.

Lower speaker volume before watching video. [weaver_youtube 3lKVHAmgli4 rel=0] SYRACUSE – It may not be the most well-known trophy game in the area but when Goshen and Wawasee met Friday night in the annual Wooden Indian game it certainly felt like a big rivalry was taking place at Warrior Field. The Redskins entered as underdogs but …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 6:17 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, North Rainbow Drive and West Bell Drive, Warsaw. Driver: Kyle R. Flores, 21, North Perry Drive, Milford. Flores swerved to miss a deer, causing his vehicle to go off the road and hit a guide cable to …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 10:23 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, 9500 block South CR 750W, Claypool. William D. Cloud reported a battery. 9:23 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, 2700 block East Bucher Drive, Syracuse. Jodi Kay McClain reported a criminal trespass. 1:17 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15, 3500 block …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 3:28 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15, North CR 150W and North Fox Farm Road, Warsaw. Drivers: Kelsey Hedrick, 23, Center Drive, Warsaw and Jason T. Holloway, 29, Meadow Lark Boulevard, Warsaw. Hedrick’s vehicle struck the back of Holloway’s vehicle. Damage up to $2,500. …read more.

The owner and employees of the former “The What You Want” store in Syracuse were sentenced earlier this week in Kosciusko Circuit Court. Following the plea agreements entered in August, Judge Michael Reed, accepted their pleas and issued sentences. Christopher W. Alley will report to the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department at 6 p.m. Thursday, where …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims
 The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Allen Collections v. Taven T. Williams, Warsaw, $945.79 Erie Insurance Exchange v. Derrick Carlson, Warsaw, $2,028.79 Chizek Transport Inc., Newton, Wisc., $1,525 Matthew S. Warren, Columbia, S.C., …read more.

Devon ‘Eldon’ Ummel, 87, of Syracuse, Ind., passed away on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2014, at his home. He was born on June 18, 1927, in Nappanee, Ind., to Edward & Edith (Anglemyer) Ummel. He married Fluella Rose Kelley on August 31, 1947. They moved to the local area in 1957. He was a school teacher, …read more.

It is time for a free, family oriented Fall Festival put on by Brook Pointe Inn, Syracuse. It will be held from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, at the inn, 4906 E 1200N, Syracuse. The location is better known as Bowser Road at Crazy Corners. About 3,000 visitors attended in 2013. Everything …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 3:44 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, North Turkey Creek Road. Driver: Taylor A. Julian, 24, Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw. Julian’s vehicle struck the wooden pillars at the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, District 1 headquarters and rolled on it’s top. Julian had left …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 12:07 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, 300 block East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw, Bobby G. Jones reported the theft of his son’s bicycle. Value: $60. 11:51 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13, 100 block West Levi Lee Road north of Old SR 15, Warsaw, Teresa …read more.

SYRACUSE – Wawasee’s JV wasn’t messing around Saturday in a solid football win. The Warriors piled up 35 points and also pitched a shutout against visiting Elkhart Memorial. Kolin Bell helped key Wawasee’s victory, rushing for a score and passing for another. Chandler Ritter had a touchdown catch and Noah Watkins led the ground attack …read more.

(EDITOR’S NOTE: This list will continue to be added to as events and community trick-or-treat times are submitted. To submit your fall/Halloween event, email [email protected]) Trick-or-Treat Times Thursday, Oct. 30 Nappanee – 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31 Akron – 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Argos – 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Atwood – …read more.

I complete list of Halloween/Fall events can be found here. Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Warsaw City Hall Plaza ExtravaBandza – 1-10 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 11 Kosciusko County Fairgrounds Soul Taker’s Acres – …read more.

A horse, which escaped its pasture along SR 13 south of Syracuse, was struck by a vehicle at 2:26 a.m. today and had to be put down. The accident was just west of North Grandview Drive, in the area of Lakeland Animal Clinic of Lake Wawasee. Syracuse Police Officer Joe Salazar was the first officer …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims
 The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Amber Chavez v. Crystal Long, Warsaw, $1,298 Jason Robertson, Warsaw, $1,298 Arthur H. McGinness v. Chad E. and Michelle Harter, Warsaw, $3,198.95 Communitywide Federal Credit Union v. …read more.

The width and depth of musical and artistic talent incubated in the local communities of Milford, North Webster and Syracuse continues to amaze. Another example of this is Jaxon Lee Swain. Now located in Louisville, he is the bass player in a band The Ladybirds, works at sonaBLAST! Records and is one of the founders …read more.

SYRACUSE – After a tough couple of weeks on the hardcourts, the Wawasee volleyball team got back to its winning ways with a 25-17, 25-11, 25-18 win Tuesday over visiting West Noble. The Lady Warriors (16-13) had not won a non-tournament game since Sept. 2 at Manchester, but came out with a flourish against the …read more.

Congresswoman Jackie Walorski, IN-02, reminds constituents that a member of her staff will be holding office hours to assist constituents with casework and official business. The Rochester district office, located at 709 Main St., is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday. Stop by or call (574) 780-1330 to schedule an …read more.

Syracuse Public Library events Oct. 13-18 Teen Read Week Young adults can read many books written specially for their interests. National Teen Read Week, the third week in October, encourages teens to be regular readers and library users. The Syracuse Library is ending the week with a lock-in for teens called, Surviving a Zombie Apocalypse. …read more.

Syracuse Eagles Auxiliary FOE No. 3750 will host a Benefit Garage Sale from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, at the Eagles Lodge, 12889 Kern Road, Syracuse, just west of Wawasee High School. Lunch will be available. The garage sale will be held inside the lodge, rain or shine. All proceeds will go …read more.

By BRIAN SMITH Communications Director, Kolbe For State Rep Democratic Candidate for Indiana’s 22nd House District, David Kolbe, invites the public to a Meet and Greet from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7, at the Syracuse Town Hall located at 310 N. Huntington St. Kolbe looks forward to answering any and all constituent …read more.

No matter your age, there will be a variety of fun activities at the Syracuse Fall Harvest Festival available to you from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 11. And this annual festival has grown so much over the years that it is going to be hosted at Lakeside Park, located along North Shore Drive …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims
 The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: 30 West Auto v. Fredrick Osburn, Pierceton, $535 Canterbury House Apartments v. Kari Brown, Warsaw, $2,401.90 David Unhoch v. Ambrotin Arnold, Mentone, $123.04 Veronica Flores, Warsaw, $123.04 …read more.

Warsaw Police Department Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accident: 2:09 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2501 Walton Blvd., Warsaw. Driver: Dennis R. Zartman, 70, 3908 N. Southwinds Trail, Warsaw. He was attempting to make a left turn into a parking space when his vehicle struck a pedestrian walking sign in a concrete …read more.

There’s a nip in the air. Fall is settling upon northern Indiana. And it’s October, which means it is once again time for Oaktoberfest at Oakwood Resort in Syracuse. This year’s wunderbar event, slated for Saturday, Oct. 11. From 3-10 p.m., will be abuzz with family activities, live music, dance performances, wiener dog races and …read more.

[weaver_youtube VcnW800u8Jc rel=0] SYRACUSE – Needing to gain precious momentum heading into this weekend’s Northern Lakes Conference cross country tournaments, Wawasee’s boys and girls programs found themselves on both sides of the equation. Both programs split Tuesday, losing to Northridge and beating Concord to conclude the NLC regular season. Northridge were fantastic in both of …read more.

Memorial Strikes Back One night after Wawasee had celebrated its second win of the season, Elkhart Memorial came calling with a 4-0 win at Wawasee Tuesday night in girls soccer. Wawasee, which defeated Whitko Monday night for its second win of the season, dropped its sixth Northern Lakes Conference match of the year after Memorial …read more.

Fall Story Times Are Back Parents, grandparents or guardians are welcome to join the library at 10:30 a.m. each Monday and Tuesday Gisela Vore and Esther DeJulia are offering fun activities that involve pre-learning skills for 18 months to kindergarten age children. Mondays’ theme is art and award-winning books. Tuesdays’ theme is selections from the …read more.

Teen Improv show 7 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 29. The show is open to the public at Syracuse Chamber of Commerce. A reception is to follow. This event is not to be confused with the Main on Main improv show being held Tuesday, Sept. 30, at the Syracuse Chamber of Commerce.

The Alzheimer’s Association is hosting a support group in Kosciusko County. This support group meets monthly to provide caregivers with an opportunity to share their experiences and receive support from others coping with Alzheimer’s disease. The group will meet at 2 p.m. Oct. 23 and Dec. 4, in Calvary United Methodist Church, 801 S. Huntington …read more.

Several area students gained admission this year to the Indiana Academy for Science, Mathematics and Humanities. Established by the legislature in 1990, the Indiana Academy is the state’s two-year high school for high-ability juniors and seniors. These students join other gifted students from around Indiana who live and study in the school’s academically rich and …read more.

Dear Editor: I am a political science major currently studying my second year at Indiana University. When not at school, I live in Kosciusko County. Over the past summer I had the opportunity to study the elections both nationally and locally and get involved with volunteer work as well as local campaigns. I understand that …read more.

  SYRACUSE – The Warsaw volleyball team continued its dominance Thursday night when it traveled to Wawasee. The Tigers entered undefeated in Northern Lakes Conference play and despite a valiant effort by the Warriors, Warsaw would run its conference mark to 5-0. The difference for the Tigers was making plays late and Warsaw gained separation …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Oak & Alley/Three Crowns Coffee Jazz Night with Shaken Not Stirred – 9 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 26 Warsaw Performing Arts Center Bluegrass Gathering – 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. …read more.

Kosciusko Teens have been taking improv comedy at the Syracuse Chamber of Commerce for four weeks with actress Jessica Hardy. The class is a sponsored project of Kosciusko Cares. The teens have learned games and tools for on the spot comedy and are ready to showcase their talent for friends, family, and the townspeople who …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims
 The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Canterbury House Apartments v. Lashawnda Green, Warsaw, $2,994.54 Centennial Cellular Tri-State v. Bunny Summerland, Warsaw, $1,747.13 Culver Development Corp. v. Jessica Tyler, Nappanee, $1,594 Dewayne Busz v. …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department  Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Thursday, Sept. 25, 3:23 a.m. N. 175 East near E. 1150 North, Syracuse. Driver: Nathanael C. Brady, 22, EMS D18 A1 Lane, Syracuse. Brady failed to turn at a “T” intersection, drove off the road and collided with trees. No …read more.

Farmers State Bank announces that Jessica Denton has been promoted to market manager at Farmers State Bank in Syracuse. Denton brings with her over 12 years of banking and lending experience in the Syracuse community. Denton was raised in Syracuse and graduated from Wawasee High School in 1999. She has volunteered with United Way of …read more.

The 17th annual Beef Twilight Tour, hosted by Black Walnut Farm, CR 1300N, Syracuse, was cut short by the severe thunderstorm that passed through Saturday evening in Kosciusko County. As clouds cleared and the rain subsided, the meeting opened with Michael Shafer’s welcoming remarks; “We braved the rain. Welcome cattlemen to Black Walnut Farm. Thank …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department  Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Monday, Sept. 22, 9:43 p.m. SR 15 near 600 North, Leesburg. Driver: Sandra E. Bonilla, 17, Highland Lane, Leesburg. Bonilla traveled off the road, rolling her vehicle over and striking a fence. Damages: up to $10,000 Monday, Sept. 22, 2:11 …read more.

SYRACUSE – Wawasee had its chances, but came up just short of ending its Northern Lakes Conference slide. The NorthWood boys tennis team managed to pull out three wins to trump the Warriors, 3-2, Monday afternoon at Wawasee. The Warriors got wins from Todd Hauser and Cal Heinisch in singles play. Hauser earned a 6-2, …read more.

Mildred Hoover, 86, of Syracuse, Ind., passed away on Sept. 22, 2014, at her home. She was born on Nov. 12, 1927 in Goshen, Ind., to Noble and Fay (Burson) Ringler. She was married to Ray Hoover, who preceded her in death. She was a lifelong area resident. She worked for several local business’s throughout …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department  Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Saturday, Sept. 20, 4:48 a.m. unknown, Warsaw. Driver: Amy E. Butler, 48, Packerton Road, Warsaw. Butler reported that she became distracted by a speeding motorist, drove off the roadway and collided with a utility pole. Butler reported the accident from …read more.

[weaver_youtube mkXR2Ajdfl4 rel=0] SYRACUSE – There was finally some celebrating to do for the Wawasee volleyball team. The 2014 season has been a roller coaster ride that has seen some nice wins but also a lot of frustration. On Saturday afternoon the Lady Warriors were able to relieve some of that stress by fighting their …read more.

Warriors Level On Pitch Again It took 60 minutes for someone to find the net, and 80 still didn’t solve much in a 1-1 tie Saturday between Wawasee and East Noble in varsity boys soccer. Wawasee hit the scoreboard first, with Austin Shrack taking a pass from Ricky Camargo in the 60th minute and finding …read more.

Robert ‘Bob’ Earl Rohlfing, 85, of Syracuse, Indiana passed away at Sycamore Village in Fort Wayne, Ind., at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2014. He was born on June 2, 1929, in Dunkirk, Ind., to Robert Gephart Rohlfing and Hazel Gephart (Garringer) Rohlfing.  In 1950 he was married to Wanda Agatha (Welch) Rohlfing who passed …read more.

Kosciusko County Sept. 19, 2014 Tony Quinn Miller, 51, 6378 Old Road 30, Warsaw, arrested for possession of marijuana. Bond: $450 cash Sept. 18, 2014 Nicole Dawn Bolesky, 18, 719 E. Smith Street, Warsaw, arrested for possession of alcohol by a minor on a highway. Bond: $300 Colton Lee Huff, 19, 2843 N. Lakeview Drive, …read more.

State Representative Rebecca Kubacki (R-Syracuse) was presented with the Friend of Children Award by the Indiana Association of Resources and Child Advocacy on Tuesday. “The children of Indiana have benefited from her service to all citizens over the past four years, and we know that she will continue to advocate for what she believes is …read more.

Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (IN-02) reminds constituents a member of her staff will be holding office hours to assist constituents with casework and official business. Residents who cannot attend the listed office hours are encouraged to contact (574) 204-2645 to schedule an appointment. The Rochester district office, located at 709 Main Street, is open 8 a.m. …read more.

Syracuse Board of Zoning Appeals approved three cases Thursday and welcomed a new board member. Phillip Mock’s petition for a variance to allow the construction of a residence addition 16.2 feet from the right of way was approved. Mock’s property is located at 211 N. Front St. His home was damaged by a storm this …read more.

SYRACUSE -It wasn’t quite the hype of Friday night lights but when the Lakeview and Wawasee eighth grade football teams met on Thursday night, the excitement was just as real. The two teams met in a Northeast Lakes Middle School Conference contest at Wawasee Middle School and it was the Warriors that left with bragging …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Danny’s Sports Bar DJ Sparky Boss – 10 p.m., Friday, Sept. 19 Josh and Dustin Castle Band – 10 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 13 Barbee Hotel Karaoke – 9:30 …read more.

SYRACUSE – The NFL Punt, Pass & Kick competitions have been taking place in cities across America, with a winner to be decided before the end of the NFL regular season. Locally, a competition was held Wednesday, Sept. 17, at the Harold Schrock Athletic Complex in Syracuse. Seven of the participants from the Syracuse competition …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims
 The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: 30 West Auto v. Brian C. McMaster, Claypool, $4,542 Chad and Rita Sellers, Rochester, $4,062 Allen Collections v. Mike Howard, Macy, $1,608.15 Dental Health PC v. Willie …read more.

Ever wanted to try improv?  Want to find out more about it?  Just like to laugh? Main on Main Improv Troupe, a performing comedy improv group based in Syracuse, is excited to announce that they are going to be opening their practices once a month to the public. Main and Main wants to invite anyone, …read more.

SYRACUSE – Wawasee made up for a miscue in a big way Wednesday, recovering to shut out Columbia City 2-0 in boys soccer at Warrior Field. The Warriors overcame a missed penalty kick by Ricky Camargo in the 55th minute of a scoreless game. Camargo found redemption just five minutes later by drawing a penalty, …read more.

Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum is currently hosting a historic button collection display by Sue Nadin of Plainfield, Ind. Nadin has been a member of the Indiana State Button Society and the National Button Society for over 25 years. The display shows how buttons are sorted or grouped onto “cards” by characteristic and decade, e.g., celluloid buttons …read more.

The Syracuse-Wawasee Trails Committee installed 27 signs recently along portions of the trail, it was mentioned at Monday night’s meeting. The signs were installed starting at Eastshore Drive, going down Pickwick Drive to Cornelius, Harkless Drive up to the high school and to the tracks at Main Street. Ten more signs are needed. Each sign …read more.

Community members, mainly property owners along East Northshore Drive, were present at Monday’s Syracuse-Wawasee Trails Committee meeting. There has been some concern among homeowners regarding recent trail construction near their properties. The concern stems from the fact that, in accordance with a contract with the county highway department and after walking the proposed trail last …read more.

Wawasee Tightens The Screws In the final test before the state tournament begins, Wawasee got one final round of competition at Maxwelton Golf Club Monday afternoon in a 185-205 win over visiting Fairfield. The Lady Warriors conclude the season 17-1 overall after the Fairfield win, which had Mikala Mawhorter and Elizabeth Jackson post 44s to …read more.

Marjorie J. Baumgartner, 88, of Syracuse, Ind., passed away at 5 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 15, 2014, at Lakeland Rehab and Healthcare in Milford, Ind. She was born on March 28, 1926 in Auburn, Ind., to Harry J. and Leona (Webster) Miller. She graduated in 1944 from Auburn High School and lived most of her life …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department  Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Monday, Sept. 15, 6:35 a.m. Syracuse-Webster Road near E. 900 North, Syracuse. Driver: Jennifer N. Irwin, 24, Syracuse-Webster Road, Syracuse. Driver struck deer. Damages: up to $2,500 Sunday, Sept. 14, 8:48 a.m. Country Club Road near Pink Magnolia Drive, Warsaw. …read more.

Michael Hullinger, 44, Syracuse, has been arrested and initially charged with leaving the scene of a personal injury accident causing serious bodily injury. Additional charges could be pending. His charges stem from an early morning accident Saturday on Harkless Street, Syracuse, in the area of Bowser Road, which has left Anna Svensson, 41, Sweden, in …read more.

Kosciusko County The following individuals were recently booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Sept. 14, 2014 Raymond Jay Halsey, 24, 9485 N. SR 13, Syracuse, arrested for OWI with refusal to submit to chemical test, possession of schedule V paraphernalia and dealing schedule I, II or II controlled substance, 1-5 grams. Bond: $4,000 surety Latasha …read more.

Memorial Shuts Out Wawasee Two goals in the first half and a late goal put the cap on a 3-0 boys soccer win for Elkhart Memorial over Wawasee Saturday morning in northern Elkhart County. The loss sets the Warriors at an even 3-3-3 on the season. “The guys fought hard, and I am proud of …read more.

John Blackport, 77, of Syracuse passed away on Sept. 13, 2014 at Parkview Regional Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was born on Aug 5, 1937 in Goshen, Ind. to Jacob and Cleo (Moist) Blackport. On March 9, 1957 he married Dorothy Mast who preceded him in 1999. On June 8, 2000, he married Doris England …read more.

[weaver_youtube XsFkfVCc2Jo rel=0] SYRACUSE – There was no shortage of drama Saturday at the Northern Lakes Conference Girls Golf Championships. There was also no shortage of smiles to go around for Wawasee, Warsaw and NorthWood  when it was all said and done. The host Warriors earned a share of the conference crown by edging past …read more.

Lakeland Learning Center announced sponsorship of the Child and Adult Care Food Program and its policy for providing free and reduced-price meals at no separate charge. Free and reduced-price meals will be provided to participants meeting the approved eligibility criteria. Meals are available to all enrolled participants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, …read more.

SYRACUSE – The Wawasee Pee Wee Football program received a pair of generous donations of $500 recently. The donations were to help the program fund new uniforms for the team, which is geared for elementary-aged children in the Wawasee area. The first photo is a donation from Glenbrook Auto and features Wawasee Pee Wee Football …read more.

[weaver_youtube YPs07i0YCRY rel=0] We must never forget – this was the sentiment shared by proud Americans all over the country on Sept. 11. Thirteen years ago, terrorist high-jacked passenger jets and piloted them into the two towers of the World Trade Center. Another jet crash landed on the Pentagon in Washington. A fourth jet, presumably headed …read more.

Kosciusko County The following individuals were recently booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Sept. 11, 2014 Shaun Richard Jones, 32, 716 Charyl Drive, Argyloe, Texas, arrested for nonsupport of a dependent. Bond: $12,000 cash Christopher Ray Tressler, 29, 13745 Guy Street, Defiance, Ohio, arrested for auto theft. No bond. Nathan Nicholas York, 18, 4155 N. …read more.

Betty Jean (Deahl) McKeever, 95, Goshen, Ind., formerly of Syracuse, Ind., passed away at 6:42 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2014, at IU Health Goshen Hospital. She was born July 27, 1919, in Goshen, to William Wheeler and Clara (Mease) Kercher.  She married Robert B. Deahl on Dec. 30, 1953, and he died April 20, 1995. …read more.

With 2015 looming ahead, the Kosciusko County Council addressed several 2015 budget topics, in addition to 2015 ordinances, during its regular meeting Sept. 11. The major adoption of the night was the 2015 budget with a 2 percent cap, which went unopposed. Council member Jon Fussle did ask whether the council had an idea what …read more.

Camargo The Hero Wawasee needed someone to step forward in its quest for a boys soccer win in the Northern Lakes Conference. That person was Carlos Camargo Thursday night. Camargo took a corner kick from Brock O’Haver in the 30th minute and buried what would be the winner in a 1-0 final over visiting NorthWood. …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Central Park Family Safety Day – 11 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 13 Warsaw Performing Arts Center Symphony of the Lakes’ Pops Concert – 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 13, Tickets …read more.