WINONA LAKE — “When you think about being a champion, it’s not just being a champion. It’s a champion for Christ. Because when you focus on your goal, you focus on Him.” Tamika Catchings, a retired professional basketball player, spoke at the first annual Love Thy Neighbor luncheon on Wednesday, Feb. 19. The event was …read more.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services will host Indiana Fever General Manager, Tamika Catchings, as it’s featured speaker for the first annual Love Thy Neighbor Luncheon, Feb. 19. The Love Thy Neighbor Luncheon will be from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, at Christ Covenant Church, 2090 East Pierceton Road, Winona Lake, said a news …read more.

WARSAW — Masterson Chiropractic recently presented a $1,000 check to Randy Polston, executive director of Combined Community Services. “Combined Community Services has been doing excellent work in our community, and we have been part of it since the very beginning,” stated Dr. Sarah Masterson, “As the chiropractic clinic, I think my parents first partnered with …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Kettleheads homebrew club’s annual Christmas meeting was held Dec. 7 at Mad Anthony’s Lake City Taphouse. Members contributed $500 worth of household items, gift cards and money to Combined Community Services, said a news release from Kosciusko Kettleheads. “CCS is always a great organization to contribute to due to the huge …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County American Bikers Aimed Toward Education (ABATE) donated $6,400 worth of toys and 31 bicycles to Combined Community Services Monday, Dec. 16. This is the 31st year that Kosciusko ABATE has collected items for children in need during the holiday season. Kosciusko ABATE partners with the annual Toy Time event, which takes …read more.

WARSAW — A second-grade class from Harrison Elementary School brought donated food items from the school’s annual food drive to Combined Community Services on Tuesday, Nov. 26. In total, the elementary school donated more than 3,200 food items and raised $748.70 for CCS. Mrs. Pam Brail’s class was the overall winner with the most donations …read more.

WARSAW — A pet food drive for Combined Community Services will be held at Tractor Supply Company, Warsaw, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23. Dog food, cat food or monetary donations of any kind are most welcome. Funds will be used to buy pet food, according to a a news release from …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College and Mission Point Community Church will facilitate the tenth annual Supermarket Sweep on Wednesday, Oct. 30, at Owen’s Market, 2211 E. Center St., Warsaw. The community is invited to participate by shopping for items between 10 a.m. and 11 p.m. Grace volunteers will provide grocery lists and collect the items …read more.

WARSAW — KREMC President and CEO Bruce Goslee, along with KREMC Manager of Member Services Stephanie Scott, presented a check for $5,000 to CCS Executive Director Randy Polston. This donation supports the Winter Warmth Program at Combined Community Services. “The cold months are hard on all of us but particularly so for those who find themselves …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy recently welcomed students to learn more about social services offered throughout the county during an event held at Combined Community Services, Warsaw.  Randy Polston, executive director of Combined Community Services, welcomed students and provided an introduction on the mission of CCS. Polston also provided information on his own personal background …read more.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services will hold its Winter Warmth Sleepout on Friday, Oct. 18, with scheduled activities from 6 to 9 p.m. The event will take place on the Kosciusko County Courthouse lawn. Participants can bring tents, boxes and sleeping bags to spend the night on the lawn, but are not required to sleep …read more.

WARSAW — Organizers of The Kosciusko Kettleheads Homebrew Club held their ninth annual HomebrewFest June 22 at The Garden at Cerulean in Winona Lake. Patrons sampled over 40 homemade beers and ciders. About $6,681 in net proceeds were donated to Combined Community Services.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services’ board of directors has announced the hiring of longtime educator Randy Polston as its new executive director.  Polston comes to CCS following a four-decade career as a local educator — 34 years with Warsaw Community Schools and eight years at Grace College. During his time at WCS, Polston taught elementary …read more.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services recently announced a partnership with Meijer this fall to provide much-needed hunger relief to local families through the Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer’s food pantry donation program “Simply Give.” “It is not unusual for Dane’s Family Pantry to help feed over 30 families in a day and participating in ‘Simply Give’ …read more.

WARSAW — With the 2019-2020 school year around the corner, the Kosciusko Board of Realtors continued its annual partnership with Combined Community Services to provide local children with back-to-school backpacks loaded with all their needed school supplies. KBOR partnered with Sabrina Phillips, director of self sufficiency, and the CCS staff for the sixth year. This …read more.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services will hold its annual Tools for School event at the Kosciusko County Community Fairgrounds from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 31. Tools for School helps prepare Kosciusko County K-12 students in need for the upcoming school year by providing them with some of the essential school supplies.  Students …read more.

WARSAW — The board of directors of Combined Community Services announced today that its executive director, Stephen Possell, has resigned effective July 12. “We announce Stephen’s resignation with a mix of sadness and gratitude,” said Abbe Muta, board chair. “Since 2010, he has played a critical role in the development and success of the organization, …read more.

  WINONA LAKE — For the eighth year in a row, the Kosciusko Kettleheads invites the community to Homebrew Fest on Saturday, June 22. Anyone age 21 and older can sample and vote on a variety of unique brews while helping raise money for Combined Community Services. Kettleheads President Jason Rich describes the event as, …read more.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services will host its 12th annual Glass Slipper event from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 6. The event allows high school students to attend prom by assisting them in finding dresses at no cost. The event started 12 years ago when two Warsaw Community High School students realized how expensive …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Lakeland Christian Academy will hold its eleventh annual community-wide food drive for Combined Community Services from March 25 to 29. Thanks to generous food donations from the community, LCA has collected over 114,000 pounds of food for people in need in Kosciusko County over the past decade. This year the entire student …read more.

WARSAW — Indiana Business Opportunity Partners will be holding its seventh annual “spring bling” bazaar and charity quarter paddle auction for The Magical Meadows on March 23 at the Baker Youth Club in Warsaw. In addition, iBOP members have also donated an item from their individual businesses to a raffle basket valued at over $130 …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — At February’s meeting of the Kosciusko County Farm Bureau Board, another Farm Bureau donation was made to Combined Community Services. With this donation, 100 pounds of food was given as a symbol of the 100-year existence of Farm Bureau along with an additional freewill cash donation of $500 plus by attending KCFB board …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Via Credit Union’s staff paid $3 to wear jeans on Fridays and Saturdays during December. As a result, $1,500 and an abundance of food and toiletries were collected and distributed to local food pantries.

“We have well over 10,000 toys at this point,” Pitt said WARSAW — The 25th annual Toy Time consignment sale is going on now. There’s still time to consign or donate your quality, gently used toys, if you bring them to the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds between before 9 p.m. Today, Dec. 13. Proceeds from the Toy …read more.

WARSAW — Belle Tire Distributors Inc. presented donations to the five participating charities of the Warsaw Choose Your Charity Challenge, a program that took place for two months following the store’s grand opening event. The company has donated a combined total of $10,000 to the following organizations: Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County, Baker Youth …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — iBOP, Indiana Business Opportunity Partners, a local not-for-profit group that holds several events throughout the year donated $8,684.79 last year back into our community to support local charities.  iBOP will be holding their biggest fundraiser of the year on Saturday, Nov. 10, at the Baker Youth Club on Smith Street in Warsaw. This …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College and Mission Point Church are partnering to sponsor the 9th annual Supermarket Sweep on Wednesday, Nov. 7, at Owen’s Market, 2211 E. Center St., Warsaw. The community is invited to participate; grocery lists will be provided to the public from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. at Owen’s. With the holidays …read more.

ATWOOD —  Atwood Aldersgate United Methodist Church, located at 105 Hovey St., Atwood, is hosting a free community outdoor movie event at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 14. The event is free and is open to the public. Hotdogs, popcorn and lemonade will be provided at no cost. The featured movie is “Megamind.” Please bring a …read more.

WARSAW — Belle Tire in Warsaw held its grand opening today, Aug. 11. During the grand opening celebration, attendees got to enjoy free food from Lawney’s BBQ and giveaways, while also meeting local public safety officials and getting a picture with Tireman, Belle Tire’s mascot. In lieu of a ribbon cutting ceremony, local Boy Scout …read more.

WARSAW — While children begin to reluctantly take off their swimming suits to don book bags in preparation for the first day of school, a local charitable organization is mobilizing to take a huge bite out of the “back to school” costs for local needy families. In its 23rd year, Tools For School drew huge …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — With the 2018-2019 school year about to begin, the Kosciusko Board of REALTORS once again reached out to Combined Community Services to provide local children with back-to-school backpacks loaded with all their needed school supplies. This year, KBOR provided filled backpacks along with Shoe Carnival and Great Clips gift cards to 25 Kosciusko …read more.

WARSAW — With the start of school just around the corner, Combined Community Services is gearing up for their annual Tools for School event to help provide families in need with school supplies for the coming school year. This year’s event will be 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 1, at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, 1400 …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — K21 Health Foundation has chosen to provide a gift to Combined Community Services of $20,000 as a way of continuing their 20th-year celebration. CCS has assisted the residents of Kosciusko County by providing a variety of services including a food pantry, clothing pantry, and programs that promote self-sufficiency for almost 35 years. CCS …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko Kettleheads hosted the eighth annual Homebrew Fest on June 28, at The Garden at Cerulean in Winona Lake. Approximately 300 patrons were served over 40 locally made beers, meads and ciders. All proceeds were donated to Combined Community Services. Presenting a check for $7,725 is Kettleheads president Jason Rich to CCS …read more.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services will be able to continue to feed hungry families in Kosciusko County thanks to the generosity of Meijer and its customers who participated in the retailer’s spring Simply Give food pantry donation program. Dane’s Family Pantry received an award letter for $6,350 in a gift card donation from Meijer in …read more.

WINONA LAKE —  The Kosciusko Kettleheads held their eighth annual Homebrew Fest on Saturday, June 23. The event took place from 6 to 9 p.m. near Cerulean Gardens, Winona Lake. Purchase of a $25 admission ticket gave patrons the opportunity to taste samples of over 40 locally made beers and ciders. The brews ranged from …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Saturday, May 12 marks the 26th year of one of America’s great days of giving—the National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger food drive. Letter carriers walk through the community every day, often coming face to face with the reality that too many people are hungry. Each year on the second Saturday …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Grant recipients for the 2018 Kids Market Spring Consignment Sale, held in March at the Grace College Gordon Recreation Center, were awarded portions from proceeds last week in Kosciusko County. Total cash donations were $10,700, in addition to shopping vouchers and clothing donations given to local organizations and individuals. Recipients included Joe’s Kids, …read more.

WARSAW — Since December of 2017, the farm board for Kosciusko County Farm Bureau has donated approximately 4,000 pounds of chicken to Combined Community Services for their food pantry. “On behalf of the county board, we were more than happy to do this,” said Kosciusko County Farm Bureau President Bob Bishop. “We appreciate what you …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Indiana Business Opportunity Partners was proud to present $2,159.82 to Fellowship Missions recently after hosting its 6th annual spring bling bazaar and quarter auction on March 24. The local not-for-profit group, known as iBOP, has several events throughout the year to support local charities. The bazaar featured area direct sales vendors and crafters. The …read more.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services will host its 11th annual Glass Slipper event on Saturday, April 14. The event helps high school students attend prom by assisting them in finding dresses at no cost and tuxes at a discounted rate. It started 11 years ago when two Warsaw Community High School students realized just how …read more.

WARSAW — Indiana Business Opportunity Partners will be holding its 6th Annual Spring Bling Bazaar and Charity Quarter Auction for Fellowship Missions March 24 at the Baker Youth Club in Warsaw. The IBOP members have also donated an item from their individual businesses to a raffle basket. The raffle basket is valued at more than $130 …read more.

WARSAW — On a day where cars won’t start and pipes are freezing, Fellowship Missions is opening its doors to those in need of warmth. While the shelter has no bed to offer, it is putting as many people on cots as they can. However, despite the lack of sleeping arrangements on this brisk winter …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Christmas is the time of giving and the members of the 4-H Junior Leaders are continuing their annual tradition of teaming up with Combined Community Services to participate in the Adopt-A-Family program.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko Kettleheads homebrew club’s annual Christmas meeting was held Dec. 2 at Mad Anthony’s Lake City Taphouse. Members contributed $700 worth of household items, gift cards and money to Combined Community Services. 

WARSAW — Harrison Elementary’s fourth grade class carried food donations from the school’s annual food drive to Combined Community Services Thursday afternoon, Nov. 16. “I saw some of my former students who have kids now bringing stuff in,” said Harrison PE Teacher Scott Mehlberg, who heads up the event. “It’s going full circle. Those kids …read more.

WARSAW — With winter approaching, many services are looking for donations to help families in need, keep out of the cold and celebrate the holidays. Locally, Combined Community Services and The Salvation Army are options available to those looking to donate. Combined Community Services serves the community offering utility and clothing assistance, helping the community …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — As the current school year began, the Kosciusko Board of REALTORS® once again provided local children with back-to-school backpacks loaded with all their needed school supplies. For the fourth year, KBOR reached out to Tammy Smith, Director of Self Sufficiency Programs, Combined Community Services to partner on providing loaded back-to-school backpacks to 26 …read more.

WARSAW — With the departure of Combined Community Service’s Director of Client (Emergency) Assistance Peggi Lisenbee Wright on Aug. 16, CCS welcomes its new Direct of Emergency Assistance Christie Borzeniatow. Borzeniatow started with CCS as an intern in August of 2009, gaining experience in both the emergency assistance department working as the emergency assistance coordinator after …read more.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services Director of Client Assistance Peggi Lisenbee Wright is retiring after 18 years of service with the nonprofit organization. Wright’s last day will be Aug. 16. An open house was held in her honor Wednesday, Aug. 9. “I’ve had the best job in the world,” Wright stated. Wright cited wanting to focus …read more.

WARSAW — With the start of school just around the corner, Combined Community Services is gearing up for their annual Tools for School event to help provide families in need with school supplies for the coming school year. This year’s event will be 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 2, at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, 1400 …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko REMC President and CEO Bruce Goslee presented a check for $10,000 to CCS Executive Director Steve Possell. This donation supports the Winter Heating Assistance Program at Combined Community Services. The funds will be available to members of KREMC throughout the winter months until the funds are exhausted. When Emily Cowan, manager of …read more.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services will be hosting a free workshop from 1 to 2 p.m. on April 20 on “How to Grow Your Own Food,” with pre-registration. When people know how to grow, they can forget about buying those foods from the store. Attendees will choose two options out of tomatoes, lettuce, cucumbers, bell peppers, basil, …read more.

WARSAW — Today, April 8, was the official day for Combined Community Service’s 10th annual Glass Slipper. The event aims at helping Kosciusko girls going to prom find their dream dresses without the concern of high costs. CCS collects donated prom dresses, shoes and accessories throughout the year to be able to offer Kosciusko students the …read more.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services and Purdue Extension paired up to provide spring break fun for youth this week, April 4-6. Mindy Wise and Jackie Franks, both Purdue Extension educators, directed a three-day workshop that included hands-on cooking experiences and physical activity. The workshop, titled Spring Into Health, focused on healthy habits for kids, including healthy …read more.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services works to help Kosciusko residents in a number of ways. Some of the most well known programs are the food pantry and utility assistance program that helps with immediate needs. Lesser known programs are directed towards economic self-sufficiency and getting program participants back on their feet and off of government welfare. Project …read more.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services is gearing up for their 10th annual Glass Slipper event on April 8 that provides prom dresses to young women who cannot afford them. The event was started by Director of Client Assistance Peggi Lisenbee-Wright’s daughter Alexis when she was in high school. With her mom working for CCS, Alexis saw …read more.

WARSAW — Julie Mikel has volunteered at Combined Community Services since September of 2015, spending two days a week helping in Dane’s Family Pantry and one day a week as the front receptionist. She is married with four children and used to work full time at the Post Office. Several years ago, she had a …read more.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services Director of Client Assistance Peggi Lisenbee sees many volunteers come through CCS, but there’s always a few who stand out. Julian Velazquez volunteers in Dane’s Family Pantry three days a week, using his lunch hour at Zimmer Biomet to volunteer. Lisenbee says, “His positive attitude and compassion have been a huge …read more.

  WARSAW — Local resident, Eugene Landry, wants to “give back” – and he is doing so in a big way. Approximately two years ago Landry went to Combined Community Services to ask if they needed help with anything and was informed that they always have a need for help. Landry states he told personnel at …read more.

WARSAW — Today, Sunday Dec. 4, Eastland Skating Center is hosting a Food & Benefit Drive for Combined Community Services from 5 to 7 p.m. Admission is $3 or three non-perishable food items, plus $2 for skate rental if needed. All admission proceeds will go directly to CCS. Additional donations are welcome. Santa will also …read more.

WARSAW — Every year Harrison Elementary School collects food items for Combined Community Services Food-A-Thon. The Food-A-Thon helps raise food items and money to help stock CCS’s food pantry for the winter months. “We’re teaching these kids skills of giving back,” stated Harrison Elementary food drive organizer and P.E. teacher Scott Mehlberg. “I really wanted …read more.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services (CCS) hosted their annual Winter Warmth Sleep Out last night, Oct 21. Driving past the Kosciusko County Courthouse square Friday evening, tents could be seen spread throughout the lawn. The Winter Warmth Sleep Out congregated around 20 people who slept out overnight on the lawn. Participants not only raised awareness but helped …read more.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services is hosting their annual “Winter Warmth Sleep Out” Oct. 21, on the Courthouse Lawn. The overnight event, which runs from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., raises funds and awareness for local families who have had their utilities shut off. “There are events like “Tent City” that are to raise awareness …read more.

WARSAW — As the start of another school year approaches, the associated costs loom dark and heavy over many families’ heads. Until 4:30 p.m. today, Combined Community Services and a list of other local organizations are at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds for the annual Tools for Schools giveaway. Those in search of school supplies can bring …read more.

WARSAW — Numerous organizations in the area are working together to help kids in the community in need of schools supplies for the upcoming school year. Combined Community Services will hold its annual Tools for School from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 3 at the fairgrounds. Parents can pick up school supplies for their children. …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Kettleheads held their sixth annual Homebrew Fest on Saturday, June 25. The tent was full at Cerulean Gardens, Winona Lake all night as people came to drink home-brewed craft beer and support a good cause, Combined Community Services. Twenty brewers, all residing in Kosciusko County, brought 40 different craft beers out …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Kosciusko Kettleheads invite anyone age 21 and older to sample and vote on a variety of unique brews at the sixth annual Homebrew Fest. Set for 6-9 p.m. Saturday, June 25, at Cerulean Gardens, Winona Lake, the event will feature more than 40 home-brewed craft beers, all in one location. The …read more.

Warsaw – Lake City Bank recently announced that it has promoted Shelly R. Fraley to Vice President. Fraley, who is office manager of the bank’s Warsaw Downtown office, leads sales and service efforts in the branch, manages the daily operations of the office and handles small business loans. She has 22 years of experience in …read more.

WARSAW —  The Kosciusko Community YMCA, both the Parkview Warsaw and the North Webster branches, will be offering free admission from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, April 15. The free admission will be offered to anyone who brings in a donation of a non-perishable food item. These items will be given to Combined Community …read more.

WARSAW — For many young women, prom marks a special turning point in a high school career. It’s a time to pause on school work, sports and community involvement to enjoy one night of being a princess. But for some young women, that night can feel like a far-away version of Cinderella’s tale. High school …read more.

WARSAW – The Lake City Roller Dolls continued to impact the community with several recent initiatives.

By JONI TRUEX Kiwanis Club Of Warsaw WARSAW — Kiwanis Club of Warsaw President Adam Clemens, Rabb Water Systems, and President Elect Michael Suhany delivered apples to the Salvation Army, Fellowship Missions, Combined Community Service and Beaman Home. Donations were made by club members to cover the cost so these organizations could enjoy fresh fruit. …read more.

By STACEY FLEMING Public Relations Manager, Parkview Health MILFORD — The Parkview Physicians Group – Family Medicine, Milford office and Tri-County Ambulance Service Inc. are partnering to help Kosciusko families in need this holiday season. Now through Tuesday, Dec. 22, community members can drop off food, hygiene and clothing items that will benefit Combined Community Services …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Career Center will be holding multiple events throughout the month of December. Dedicated to helping Warsaw residents get the job they want, the career center will provide workshops, a blood drive and a food drive.

WARSAW — The upcoming holidays can be an exciting time, but for many they are a struggle. Some find it difficult to afford gifts after paying necessary expenses like rent and basic groceries. Others cannot afford even that. With this in mind, area organizations are offering ways for local families to enjoy the coming holidays. Combined …read more.

WARSAW — ‘Tis the season for giving. With hundreds of pounds of food collected and a donation of, $5,000 Kosciusko REMC members helped to brightened up a lot of lives this holiday season.

[weaver_youtube DIUeeZQdhfA rel=0] WARSAW — The shelves of Owen’s Market on Center Street, Warsaw, are a little emptier today after Grace College students and members of the local community swept through the store for a good cause. Yesterday, Wednesday, Nov. 18, marked the fifth annual Supermarket Sweep, an event hosted by Grace College to stock local food pantries …read more.

WINONA LAKE — For the fifth year, Grace College and Mission Point Community Church will partner to host Supermarket Sweep: Give ‘Til You Drop at Owen’s Supermarket, 2211 E. Center St., Warsaw, from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18. This all-day event was created to allow Grace students and the surrounding community to give to those in need in our area.

WARSAW — The upcoming holidays can be an exciting time, but for many they are a struggle. Some find it difficult to afford gifts after paying necessary expenses like rent and basic groceries. Others cannot afford even that. With this in mind, area organizations are offering ways for local families to enjoy the coming holidays. Combined …read more.

WARSAW — Wearing layers of clothing, heavy gloves, hats, coats with more clothing available as the temperature dips into the 30s overnight, and warm sleeping bags, a dozen individuals, including a few children, are camping out on the courthouse lawn in Warsaw. They are participating in the first “Camp On The Courthouse” to raise money …read more.

WARSAW — Fifth-graders from Harrison Elementary School, Warsaw, braved chilly temperatures and winds Friday afternoon, Nov. 13, to help feed the local community. Students in kindergarten through sixth grade held a two-week competition to see which class could bring in the most individual food items to donate to the pantry at Combined Community Services. In …read more.

WARSAW — As cold weather approaches, many people in the community will find themselves in need. With the upcoming holiday season, local organizations have several ways area families and individuals can seek assistance. Combined Community Services, Warsaw, has a list of programs going on now. Director of Emergency Assistance, Peggi Lisenbee-Wright, noted that Thanksgiving baskets are still …read more.

WARSAW — The Greater Warsaw Ministerial Association will host “Sleep Out 2015” from 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, until 6 a.m. Nov. 14, on the Kosciusko County Courthouse lawn, Warsaw. Local community and business leaders will spend the night on the cold ground with only the clothes on their back, a piece of cardboard and a sleeping bag to raise awareness and funds for the Winter Warmth program in the community.

WARSAW — Combined Community Services is hoping to give Christmas to families in need this year with its annual Adopt-A-Family event. The event looks to provide meals and gifts for children who have no way of getting them otherwise.

By JASON RICH Kosciusko Kettleheads President WINONA LAKE — The Kosciusko Kettleheads held its fifth annual Homebrew Fest at Cerulean Restaurant Saturday, June 27, in Winona Lake. More than 50 locally made beers were served to over 300 patrons. The event raised $8,240 for Combined Community Services. Donations also came from Sacs & Co., which donated $200 from …read more.

It was a busy day out at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds as Combined Community Services hosted their 20th annual Tools for School event.

WARSAW — Summer is winding down and, before long, students will head back to school. For some, school supply expenses are, at most, a minor inconvenience, but for others, it may be a cost they cannot afford to pay. With this in mind, Combined Community Services is hosting its annual Tools for School distribution, set …read more.

The Kosciusko Kettleheads Homebrew Club and Cerulean Restaurant are hosting the fifth annual Kettleheads Homebrew Fest on Saturday, June 27. This event is a great opportunity to taste dozens of hand crafted beers made by homebrewers in our community. The tasting will take place at the Cerulean Garden starting at 6 p.m. Tickets are $25 …read more.

Children from the Greater Warsaw Cooperative Preschool went on a field trip to Combined Community Services. They brought a collected donation of food and learned about how CCS helps families in our community. Greater Warsaw Cooperative Preschool is hosting an Open House with special guest Mother Earth at 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 12. …read more.

By PEGGI WRIGHT Director of Client Assistance, Combined Community Services The Seventh Annual Glass Slipper will be held Saturday, April 18, at Combined Community Services, 1195 Mariners Drive, Warsaw. This year there will be two different times for the event, an early afternoon shift and an early evening shift. Cailin Clay is hoping this will …read more.

  Handbags in various styles, sizes and colors helped raise funds for Combined Community Service’s Project Independence and Hand Up programs. “Success Is In The Bag!” Luncheon was the venue for these items to be purchased. A large display of handbags were available through the silent auction, with five special handbags available through a live …read more.

By PEGGI LISENBEE WRIGHT Director of Client Assistance, Combined Community Services Combined Community Services will be hosting a ‘Success is in the Bag’ Luncheon from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday, March 14. This event will be held at the Old Train Depot, located on 115 E. Market St., Pierceton. This luncheon will feature a …read more.

By SABRINA PHILLIPS Director of Development, Combined Community Services Combined Community Services is hosting two upcoming events the community is invited to attend. The first of these events is a Wine and Jazz event at the Old Train Depot in Pierceton. This event will be a vintage affair, an evening of wine tasting with live …read more.

By PEGGI LISENBEE WRIGHT Director of Client Assistance, Combined Community Services Combined Community Services will be hosting a ‘Success is in the Bag’ Luncheon from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday, March 14. This event will be held at the Old Train Depot, located on 115 E. Market St., Pierceton. This luncheon will feature a …read more.

By DANI BARKEY Chief Accountability Officer, Warsaw Community Schools Jefferson Elementary second grade classes saw a need for warmth in our community this December by holding a drive to collect mittens, gloves, scarves, hats and pajamas. Students gathered approximately 100 items to donate to Combined Community Services. CCS will donate the items to those in …read more.

By VICKIE LOOTENS President, Kosciusko Human Resource Association Kosciusko Human Resource Association is an affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management. Established locally in 1968, KHRA is a local forum for HR related professionals. KHRA offers HR professionals the opportunity to develop leadership, managerial, public speaking, and group decision-making skills, while also providing a …read more.

By KATY BERGER Communications Specialist, Kosciusko REMC For the ninth consecutive year Kosciusko Rural Electric Membership Corporation donated $5,000 to the Winter Heating Assistance Program at Combined Community Services. KREMC President and CEO Bruce Goslee, presented a check to Executive Director Steve Possell of CCS. “Last year’s winter was brutally cold and we are hearing …read more.

Grace College and Mission Point are hosting our Fourth Annual Supermarket Sweep. It is an opportunity for families to come and “sweep” Owen’s Supermarket for nonperishable food items. Families can come in, grab a list of suggested items, shop around and then drop off their items to be delivered to the local food banks: Combined …read more.

Combined Community Services will be holding their 13th Annual Turkey Lurkey 5k Run/Walk at 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 22 in Winona Lake. The race is a challenging course which starts at Winona Lake Park, runs down the quaint streets of Winona Lake, meanders through the scenic wooded pathways, and then finishes back at Winona Lake …read more.