KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — At least three services remembering Sept. 11, 2001, will be held in the county, with the public invited to attend the service of his choice.

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following accident: 12:41 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, 726 N. Huntington St., Syracuse. Driver: Zoa C. Zentz, 53, North Camelot Lane, Cromwell. Hit large post attached to Lance’s New Market building. Damage up to $5,000.

MISHAWAKA — Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (IN-02) reminded constituents that a member of her staff will be holding office hours to assist constituents with casework and official business.

Sandra Jean (Denton) Young, 72, Syracuse, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 6, 2015, at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, Syracuse.

SYRACUSE — A motorcyclist, who police say was traveling at an unreasonable speed for conditions, was taken to IU Health Goshen following an accident Tuesday afternoon, Sept 8. The accident was north of Syracuse on CR 29 at CR 52.

Walter Roy “Walt” Steffen, 87, of Syracuse, passed away at 7:02 p.m. Monday, Sept. 7, 2015, at Greencroft Health Care in Goshen. He was born on March 6, 1928, in Elgin, to Theophile E. and Mabel M. (Wewetzer) Steffen. He attended Elgin High School in Elgin, and on June 4, 1950 in Milford, he married …read more.

SYRACUSE — The public is invited to attend a Sept. 11 commemoration service, 6 p.m., Friday, Sept. 11, Veterans Memorial at Crosson Mill Park, 311 N. Huntington St. (SR 13). The park is directly across the street from Syracuse Town Hall.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 12:21 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 6, West CR 1300N and North CR 500W, MIlford. Driver: Mian M. Scott, 22, Elkhart. Ran off the road and rolled car over. No injuries were reported. Damage up to 5,000. Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 5:42 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 6, North SR 13 and East CR 200N, Pierceton. Drivers: Justin S. Smith, 29, Pierceton, and Peggy A. Gerkin, 71, Leesburg. Gerkin complained of pain to the left side and suffered a laceration to her left arm. She was …read more.

SYRACUSE — A Syracuse man is in critical, but stable condition following an electrical shock sustained Monday, Sept. 7. At 4:54 p.m., Syracuse Police and Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded to the call, finding Syracuse resident Jason Veenstra, 40, conscious but severely burned.

Walter R. Steffen, 87, Syracuse, passed away at 7:02 p.m. Monday, Sept. 7, 2015, at Greencroft Healthcare, Goshen. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, Syracuse.

Inez B. Caywood, 89, of Syracuse, passed away at 12:28 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 6, 2015 at I.U. Goshen Hospital in Goshen. She was born on Feb. 19, 1926, in Churubusco, to Edward E. & Mabel Ann (Geiger) Gordon. On Jan. 20, 1945, in Warsaw, she married Roy O. Caywood Jr. who survives. She lived most …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents. 3:45 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3, West CR 1350N and North CR 200W, Milford. Driver: Michael L. Williams, 46, Lower Huntington Road, Fort Wayne. Backed ambulance into sheriff’s department patrol car. Damage up to $2,500. 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3, West US 30 and …read more.

SYRACUSE — While signs noting the road is closed ahead were still in place around 2 p.m. today Friday, Sept. 4, the railroad crossing on SR 13/Huntington Street in Syracuse is now open.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library Activities for the week of Sept. 7 through Sept. 12: Labor Day The Syracuse Library is closing all day Monday, Sept. 7, to observe Labor Day. Regular hours resume at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8. Fall is Back with Book Clubs The children’s department is having a …read more.

Elkhart The following person was arrested and booked in the Elkhart County Detention Facility. Jordan Ray Risner, 29, 19022 Fourth St., New Paris, arrested and held for another jurisdiction. No bond. Kosciusko The following individuals were arrested and booked in the Kosciusko County Jail. Sept. 3 Adam Perry Shay, 24, 7408 W. Ben Lane, Claypool, arrested …read more.

Leesburg Pie Eyed Petey’s Karaoke, 8 p.m. to midnight Friday, Sept. 4. Classic Voice, 8 p.m. to midnight Friday, Sept. 5. Short Term Memories, 7-11 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 6. Milford Lizard’s Bar and Grill Karaoke with trivia, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3. Karaoke with Chris Cage, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday, Sept. 4. North …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 11:24 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2, North Warner Road and East Cornelius Road, Syracuse. Drivers: Dorothy A. McCallum, 76, Indianapolis, and Janie H. Leach, 55, Syracuse. McCallum turned the corner too sharp in her vehicle, hitting the Leach vehicle. Damage up to $1,000. 9:19 …read more.

SYRACUSE —Syracuse Police Chief Tony Ciriello announced his resignation via email Tuesday, Sept. 1.In an email to town council members, Ciriello stated “During the last 10 years of service to you and the Town of Syracuse have been some of the greatest experiences of my law enforcement career.”

SYRACUSE — A welfare check Sunday, Aug. 30, resulted in an arrest and multiple charges being filed.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 6:58 p.m. Monday, Aug. 31, 12100 block North East Wawasee Drive, and Morris Road, Syracuse. Police received a report of a hit and run crash. 3:44 p.m. Monday, 900 block North Old Orchard Drive, Warsaw. Tara M. Akers reported the fraudulent use of …read more.

SYRACUSE — Chautauqua-Wawasee presents the return of this juried, outdoor festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, on the grounds of the Oakwood Resort, 702 E. Lake View Road, Syracuse. Free admission and fun for the entire family.

SYRACUSE — Beginning Oct. 11-13 Kaye Lindauer will lead a retreat “Finding Spiritual Gold” sponsored by Chautauqua-Wawasee. This retreat combines Jungian psychology, mythology, Christianity and other spiritual traditions in ways that speak to the heart and mind.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incident: 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, 4300 block North Old SR 15, Warsaw. Jeffrey A. Brown reported a trailer stolen. Value: $300. Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incident: 3:39 p.m. Sunday, 9900 block North Turkey Creek Road, Syracuse. Derek …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Kosciusko County Democratic Party announces that its September meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday Sept. 8 at the Frog Tavern in Syracuse.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 10:16 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, North SR 15, north of West Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Driver: Austin C. Bakian, 23, Etna Green. Bakian suffered abrasions to knee/lowrer leg/foot and was transported to Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. He was cited for improper passing and …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library The Last Summer Program Dysfunctional, the book club that could have been called a requiem for journalists, meets one more time at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24. The discussion centers on former Tampa Tribune reporter, Tim Dorsey. The previously discussed authors, Hiaasen, Barry, and White all trained …read more.

By TAWNA BUSS Quality Assurance Manager Forte Residential, Inc. SYRACUSE — Forte Residential, Inc. has achieved accreditation by the Council on Quality and Leadership. The award was granted Aug. 7, after a rigorous evaluation of company policies, practices and training procedures. Forte’s evaluation demonstrated a commitment to excellence in services that leads to increased quality of …read more.

Catherine A. Folker, 62, died Saturday evening, Aug. 29, 2015, at IU Health Goshen Hospital, after a steady decline in health. She was born in Goshen to Wilbur “W.C.,” Folker and Virginia Mae Folker on Sept. 29, 1952. A graduate of Goshen High School, class of 1971, Cathy worked at the Goshen Post Office until …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Susan Todd, organizer of Saturday night’s fundraising event for Syracuse-Wawasee Trails at North Webster Community Center gym, took the old saying, “The show must go on”, to heart when she was informed the headliners’, The Gatlins, cancellation. Darryl Gatlin, the country half of the country/opera duo originally scheduled to perform, had been …read more.

SYRACUSE – A review of Wawasee sports for Saturday, Aug. 29.

SYRACUSE — The Laudaman and Brumbaugh families have had their names added to the Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation’s Eli Lilly Lifetime Founders Society. Plaques have been placed on the wall bearing the name of Max and Janet Laudeman and Robert Laudaman; Jim and Cindy Brumbaugh and Kathryn Coyle.

Robert Maggart, 81, of Cromwell, passed away Aug. 29, 2015, at Miller’s Merry Manor of Syracuse. He was born on Nov. 9, 1933, in Columbia City, to Floyd and Rachel (Leininger) Maggart. On April 10, 1953, he married Delores Hogan who survives. He retired from Don and Sons Excavating in 2013. He was a member …read more.

The town of Syracuse has a few shining heroes, at least in the eyes of Kathleen Goodyear.

WARSAW — Things moved quickly after the deaths of Tara Thornburg and Joshua Knisley on Feb. 19. Five individuals were arrested in less than a month and initial hearings were held. But since then, little has been reported. The cases are not forgotten. The wheels of justice are in motion. Motions filed and pre-trial conferences …read more.

SYRACUSE — The driver of a small passenger car was transported to the hospital this morning after colliding with the rear end of a semi truck.

SYRACUSE – The Wawasee Gymnastics Club will be holding fall tumbling and skills classes in four communities starting Sept. 14.

SYRACUSE — One man was arrested Tuesday, Aug. 25, after leading Syracuse police on a chase through the town. Syracuse Police Department had their hands full Tuesday evening after Officer Joe Denton responded to a call of an unwanted subject…

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: Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Mark Alspaugh, Warsaw, $4,813.22 Karen Barnes, Warsaw, $874.15 Debora Bolen, North Manchester, $1,661.54 Gabriel Bollinger, Leesburg, $4,413.06 Emerson C. Butts, Warsaw, $2,401.77 Zachary …read more.

SYRACUSE — A Syracuse man who allegedly caused the permanent loss of movement in an index finger of a female, has been arrested.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 8:13 a.m. Monday, Aug. 24, West Old Road 30, Warsaw. Driver: Timothy E. Williams. 35, Louise Road, Winston Salem, N.C. Williams was backing his truck and trailer and backed into a parked truck registered to Krakowski Trucking Inc., Medina Ohio. Damage up to …read more.

Elizabeth Jane Richardson, 84, Syracuse, passed away on Aug. 21, 2015, at the IU Health Goshen Hospital surrounded by her family. She was born on Oct. 18, 1930, in Huntington, to Emery and Orpha (Holmes) Drabenstot. On Aug. 9, 1946, she married Marlin Richardson who preceded her in 2005. She moved to the lake area in 1977 coming …read more.

SYRACUSE — Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department responded to a vehicle versus motorcycle accident Saturday, Aug. 22, ending in one fatality.
Officers responded at 4:18 p.m. to the intersection of US 6 and SR 13 in Syracuse and found Jeffrey Smith, 56, North Webster, suffering from a chest laceration and head injury after striking an SUV operated by Richard Eastman, 75, Roanoke, Ill.

SYRACUSE — Cobalt and Marker One Boats announced Main Channel Marina, Syracuse, as the newest addition to their dealer network. Main Channel Marina’s customer-driven staff operates two locations in the Syracuse market. Main Channel Marina has served northern Indiana boaters for more than 50 years. “We look forward to working in conjunction with MCM’s professional staff …read more.

Editor’s Note: Dominic Fisher was initially booked into the Kosciusko County Jail on a sexual misconduct with an inmate charge. According to the Sheriff’s Department, there was an entry error in the jail. The prosecutor’s office has corrected the charge, as reflected below. Kosciusko The following people were arrested and booked in the Kosciusko County …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library Syracuse Public Library news and events for the week of Monday, Aug. 24, to Saturday, Aug. 29: Perennial Groups Doctor Who The BBC first presented “Doctor Who” in 1963 as a weekly TV program intended for family education. The official Doctor Who site says that two of …read more.

SYRACUSE – A review of Wawasee sports for Saturday, Aug. 22.

Mildred Nicolai, 102, of Syracuse, passed away at 10:08 a.m. Friday, Aug. 21, at Goshen Hospital. Mildred was born Feb. 28, 1913, to Jesse and Maude Miller. Except for an early childhood move where she and her family homesteaded on the plains of Montana, Mildred made her home and life in Syracuse. It was there …read more.

[vimeo https://vimeo.com/86093274] As a child, Syracuse native Brock Boyts had living, breathing toys — or at least he was convinced he did. Making believe his Ninja Turtles and Star Wars figures were real, Boyts would try to catch his toys moving when he left the room — a task he admits “didn’t work out so …read more.

By LINDA MOORE Fight Club Pink Coach SYRACUSE — The next round of Fight Club Pink begins at 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18 at the Vineyard Church, Syracuse. The theme is, “change.” It focuses on both physical and spiritual fitness. Linda Moore started Fight Club Pink in February, 2013. It is a faith-based program open to …read more.

By MICHELLE HANSEN Shopko Public Relations SYRACUSE — Shopko is excited about back to school and will be celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week Sunday, Aug. 23, through Saturday, Aug. 29. Shopko is thanking local educators and helping them gear up for the upcoming school year with a discount. Shopko’s Teacher Appreciation Week features a special sale …read more.

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following accidents. 3:41 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, East Main Street and North Huntington Street, Syracuse. Drivers: Christy L. Stover, 40, North Huntington Street, Syracuse, and Brandy L. Brady, 36, East Wawonaissa Drive, Syracuse. As Stover was pulling out of a parallel parking spot, Brady’s vehicle hit …read more.

Simon Smith, 91, of Syracuse, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2015, at his home. He was born Jan. 3, 1924, in Noble County, to Howard and Veronica (Simon) Smith. On Dec. 31, 1976, he married Millie Eustler, who survives. He was a USMC Veteran. He moved to Syracuse from Fort Wayne in 1979, where he …read more.

Simon Smith, 91, of Syracuse, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2015, at his home. Arrangements are currently pending at the Eastlund Funeral Home.

SYRACUSE — In an effort to join the battle against childhood cancer, Poly-Wood, Inc. will host an Alex’s Lemonade Stand from 3-5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, at Lakeside Park, 1013 N. Long Drive, Syracuse.

SYRACUSE — Join the Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation at 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, for the annual WACF public meeting, at the Levinson-LaBrosse Lakes ad Wetlands Education Center. The breakfast meeting will be held at the Ruddell Pavilion.

Paul A. Levernier, 98, passed away at 8:15 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, in Indianapolis, after a brief illness. Paul was born Dec. 10, 1916, in Denver, Colo. to Martin W. Levernier and Era Chambers Levernier. Paul spent his early years in Winnetka, Ill. on his grandparents’ farm while finding ways with his brother to get …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 6:54 p.m. Monday, Aug. 17, North CR 500E and East CR 950N, Syracuse. Drivers; Trevor A. Harter, 16, EMS B40 Lane, Leesburg, and Franklin R. Dush, 21, East CR 1100N, Milford. Harter hit a deep puddle and his vehicle hydroplaned into Dush’s vehicle. …read more.

SYRACUSE — The National Weather Service has issued a flood advisory for the northeastern part of Kosciusko County until 7:45 p.m. Monday, Aug. 27. According to a NWS weather alert, doppler radar showed thunderstorms with heavy rainfall over the Syracuse and Lake Wawasee area, with an estimated 2 to 3 inches of rain since about 3:45 p.m.

Paul Levernier, 98, Syracuse passed away on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2015, at the Westminister Village in Indianapolis. Arrangements are currently pending at the Eastlund Funeral Home.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents. 5:31 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, South SR 15 and West CR 200S, Warsaw. Drivers: Joshua D. Ridlen, 30, South SR 15, Warsaw, and Austin T. Johnson, 15, Windsor Drive, Kokomo. Ridlen’s vehicle turned left in front of Johnson’s and the vehicles collided. A …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 10:59 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, East Mock Road and North 200E, Milford. Driver: Emily D. Christian, 37, North Grove Road, Milford. Christian lost control of her vehicle after hitting a deer and ran her car into a tree. Damage up to $2,500. 6:03 …read more.

NORTHERN INDIANA — The National Weather Service has issued a special weather statement at 11:29 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14.

Dolores E. “Dee” Gerber, 72, of Syracuse, passed away at 12:06 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2015, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne. She was born on Feb. 5, 1943, in Goshen, to James Edward and Martha Mildred (Richcreek) Hapner. She was a lifetime Syracuse area resident and attended Syracuse High School. She …read more.

By BECKY BROWER Communication Services, Syracuse Public Library SYRACUSE — Syracuse Public Library news and events this week: Book Clubs Young adults are hanging on to the excitement of summer at the first book club meeting of the school year. Teens are invited to eat s’more-cupcakes and talk with friends about the movies they have …read more.

Milford Lizard’s Bar and Grill Chris Cage Karaoke, 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14 Chris Cage Karaoke and DJ, 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15 North Webster The Dixie Boat Cap’n Bob, 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, Sunset and moonlight cruise Pierceton The Post Gunslinger, 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 14, and Saturday, Aug. 15. …read more.

SYRACUSE – Wawasee had no trouble Wednesday in defeating a pair of backyard rivals. Shooting a 175, Wawasee easily distanced itself from Whitko (236) and host West Noble (238) at South Shore Golf Club.

By CHUCK KNEBL Communications Manager, WorkOne SYRACUSE — WorkOne is joining AIA Countertops to organize a hiring event with more than 20 openings; the event is slated for 10 a.m. to noon and 2-4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, at the company’s Syracuse facility, 203 S. Huntington St. More than 20 openings are available for first and second …read more.

WARSAW — The trial of Brandon Thomas Woody on the charge of murder was scheduled to begin Monday, Aug. 17. That date has been cancelled.

SYRACUSE — Kay Young, president of the Wawasee Property Owners Association recently presented Dr. Nate Bosch, director of the Center for Lakes & Streams, a check for $3,940. The donation was from WPOA members through their annual dues.

Milford Officers from the Milford Police Department investigated the following accidents: 6:43 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7, West Catherine Street and North Maple Street, Milford. Driver: Michelle J. Sinclair, 44, Catherine Street, Milford. Sinclair reported memory loss and does not recall hitting a sign. Her vehicle sustained rear-end damage. Sinclair did not report the accident. Damage …read more.

WARSAW — James M. McKinley, 28, 500 N. Lake St., Syracuse, and Andrea Diaz, 29, 8236 E. Debra Drive, Syracuse, were arrested Tuesday in connection with a theft from NAPA Auto Parts, McKinley has been charged with theft and obstruction of justice, both level 6 felonies. Diaz has been charged with obstruction of justice, and …read more.

Henry Blake Ford, 27, was arrested Monday, Aug. 10, on charges of domestic battery with a child(ren) under 16 present, a level 6 felony, and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. Booking information show Ford’s address as 207 Pittsburg St., Syracuse, while court documents show an address of 229 E. CR 1150N, Milford. A probable …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incident: 11:34 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, 100 block of East Center Street, Sidney. Officers responded to a report that a victim had been intimidated over the phone. Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incident: 8:37 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7, 300 …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 10:07 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11, at the intersection of West 700S and South 450W, Claypool. Driver: Russell W. Brown, 57, West 950S, Akron. Brown was westbound when he hit a deer. Damage up to $2,500. 6:55 p.m. Monday, Aug. 10, at the intersection …read more.

SYRACUSE – Of all the great nonprofit organizations that Kosciusko County is so lucky to have, one has flown under the radar in recent years despite doing plenty of great work and that organization is Wawasee Ducks Unlimited. Ducks Unlimited conserves, restores, and manages wetlands and associated habitats for North America’s waterfowl. These habitats also …read more.

SYRACUSE – Applications are now available in the Wawasee High School athletic office for Green and Gold season tickets.

Jean Knisely, 91, of Syracuse, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2015, at the IU Health Goshen Hospital. She was born on Aug. 3, 1924, in Peru, to James and Elva (Miles) Connell. On Sept. 19, 1952, she married Orville Knisely who preceded her in 1972. She was a Syracuse resident since 1948 coming from …read more.

A preview of the upcoming football season for Wawasee.

[weaver_youtube iDQhOFynyFw rel=0]   SYRACUSE — Richard Green, Syracuse, was the latest resident to receive the Wawasee Property Owner’s Association’s Chief Award presented at its annual meeting. The meeting was held Saturday evening, Aug 8, at the Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation’s Educational Center, Syracuse. Green, who was present with his wife, Sandy and son and …read more.

SYRACUSE – A recap from the 8th Annual Wawasee Kiwanis Triathlon/Duathlon.

Christopher David Prater, 17, Syracuse, passed away at 8:40 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, 2015, in Syracuse. On Sept. 18 1997, Christopher was born to Howard and Jenny (Builta) Prater at Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana. Christopher was a resident of Syracuse since 2006. Christopher was a senior at Wawasee High School, worked at McDonald’s …read more.

SYRACUSE – Several area water skiers found success at a pair of regional tournaments. Included in the success was a one-two finish in Girls 1 slalom by sisters Alexis and Julie Mishler.

KOSCIUSKO — As the last full month of summer sets upon us, opportunities to enjoy outdoor dining dwindle as sure as the days get shorter. In a summer already limited by less than ideal weather, grabbing a bite or two under the sky while the weather is still balmy becomes a priority for those of …read more.

SYRACUSE — A number of motorist who travel the eastern portion of the county, in the Lake Wawasee area, have voiced concern and disapproval of the numerous railroad crossings closed from Syracuse to Cromwell. Contact was made with CSX inquiring about the crossing work.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Lee Anne Stewart Fusion dancers are gearing up for the 2015-2016 season with a week of intensives. The dancers on this competitive dance team come in to the studio to work on technique, bond as a team, and work on new choreography.

Daniel Lee Graff, 62, Syracuse, died at 11:47 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, 2015, at Indiana University Goshen Hospital, Goshen. He was born in Goshen on Jan. 19, 1953, to Stanley and Virginia (Downing) Graff. He was a commercial truck driver for 40 years and enjoyed collecting antique model cars. Daniel is survived by his mother: …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 5:20 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, 2000 block of East 1100N, Milford. Paul Steven Fisher reported that gold jewelry had been stolen from him. 10:14 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, 100 block of EMS D24 Lane, Syracuse. Police responded to a report by Wendi D. …read more.

SYRACUSE – Wawasee received consistent play from its entire starting five in a dominant home girls golf win Thursday. The Lady Warriors had all five of its golfers in the 40s to post a 169, besting Concord’s 211 and Whitko’s 257 at Maxwelton Golf Club.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 4:40 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, South 1000W, north of West 600S, Warsaw. Driver: Maria D. Jesus Baca, 22, East North Street, North Webster. While Baca was southbound, a dog ran in front of her car. She swerved to miss it and left the …read more.

Milford Lizard’s Bar and Grill Chris Cage Karaoke, 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7 DJ dance party, 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8 North Webster The Dixie Boat Cap’n Bob, noon, Saturday, April 8. This will be the American Legion Post 253’s Kay’s Cruise for Cancer. A pontoon flotilla will follow and proceeds will go to cancer …read more.

SYRACUSE — Christopher David Prater, 17, Syracuse, was struck and killed this morning by a train in northern Kosciusko County.
Kosciusko County Coroner Michael Wilson stated Prater was pronounced dead at the scene after being struck by a westbound CSX freight train en route to Chicago.

HUNTINGTON – Wawasee’s girls golf team placed fourth with a 359 at the Huntington Invitational. Madison Beaman led the team with an 87.

SYRACUSE — Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, Syracuse Police and Turkey Creek Fire and EMS responded to the call of a pedestrian struck by a train around 7 a.m. this morning.

SYRACUSE — Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, Syracuse Police, Turkey Creek/Syracuse Fire Department are responding to a train/pedestrian accident, east of Syracuse in the area of Cornelius Road.

Dear Editor, Why does the railroad have to close so many crossings at once?   Last night, Aug. 4, I attempted to travel home from Syracuse to the east side of Wawasee Lake where I live. I arrived at the crossing where I normally turn and it was closed for repairs. I then traveled east to …read more.

SYRACUSE — Turkey Creek Township Fire Territory responded to a boat on fire Tuesday evening, Aug. 4, on Syracuse Lake. At 5:57 p.m., firefighters received the call and were able to extinguish the fire in about five minutes.

By 1ST SGT. CHAD HILL Public Information Officer, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department SYRACUSE — A Noble County man, who was sought by law officers throughout northeast Indiana, was taken into custody Tuesday in northern Kosciusko County. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputies, along with officers from the Syracuse Police Department, responded yesterday afternoon to the location of …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 7:59 p.m. Monday, Aug. 3, North CR 175E, Warsaw. Driver; Anna M. Stamper, 28, North CR 175E, Warsaw. Stamper was backing out of her driveway and backed into a parked vehicle registered to Devinn A. Smith, South Columbia Street, Warsaw. Damage up to …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 1:28 a.m. Monday, Aug. 3, 1700 block Betsy Court, Warsaw. Christopher D. Brown reported his home was entered. 9:51 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, 900 block East Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw. Police were called to a battery between a male and female in the presence …read more.