The Syracuse Public Library is closing at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 29. Patrons are asked to come to the library from 10 p.m. to 2 p.m. to pick up prizes, check-out DVDs, use the computers, and any other activities that need to be taken care of on Saturday. July is a big vacation time, and …read more.

Shari Crays, 51, of Syracuse, Ind., passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2013, in her residence. She was born on April 20, 1962, in Midwest City, Okla., to Roma and Deanna (Falkenstein) Spears. She was married to Bill Crays. He survives. She had worked for several years as a Rehabilitation Counselor in group homes. She …read more.

An antique and classic boat show will take place at Oakwood Resort on Lake Wawasee in Syracuse this Saturday, June 28. For those wanting to view the boats, the public viewing and judging is from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Those wanting to enter boats should contact Jeff Funk at 260-414-0016 or [email protected]. The …read more.

An inflatable eagle on the roof of the Family Dollar complex in Syracuse is suspected to have caused a gas line to break overnight, but it was not noticed until this morning. Syracuse/Turkey Creek Fire Territory Fire Department was called at 9:21 a.m. today to Family Dollar, Pickwick Road, Syracuse, when employees reported the smell …read more.

What better theme for an event held on the largest natural lake than one dealing with sports. The 2013 Wawasee Flotilla theme will be “Wide World of Sports” with this year’s event to be held on Saturday, July 6. What sport, team or athletes will you see that day? Could there be some famous broadcasters …read more.

Melissa Jane “Missy” Naugler, 42, of Springfield, Ohio, and formerly of Syracuse, Ind., passed away Friday, June 21, 2013, at her home in Springfield. She was born April 12, 1971, in Fort Wayne, Ind., to Stephen A. and Nina Jane (Sparrow) Naugler. She graduated in 1989 from Wawasee High School in Syracuse and from Ball …read more.

Laurence C. ‘Larry’ Griffith, 94, of Syracuse, Ind., passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2013, at his residence. He was born on Oct. 5, 1918, in Fort Wayne, Ind., to Lauren and Theresa (O’Neil) Griffith. On Oct. 25, 1947, he married Rosemary C. Schirmeyer who preceded him. He was a Lake Wawasee resident since 1946. …read more.

Brookpoint Holdings Inc.’s petition to allow an off-premise sign 10-feet from an intersection was approved by the Syracuse Board of Zoning Appeals. While the ordinance requires a 250-foot setback, the sign was granted approval and Brookpoint Holdings was also given the go-ahead to allow an off-premise sign 400 feet from another off premise sign. The …read more.

The following is a list of film times for local movie theaters for Friday, June 21, through Thursday, June 27. Pickwick Theater (108 W. Main St., Syracuse) Man of Steel (in 3D), Rated: PG-13 Starring: Henry Cavill, Amy Adams. All seats: $8 Showtime: 7 p.m. nightly North Pointe Cinemas (1060 Mariner Drive, Warsaw) Matinees: All …read more.

Robert “Bob” Clayton Vandermark, 61, of Larwill, Ind., passed away at 8:12 a.m. Wednesday, June 19, 2013, at his residence. He owned and operated Vandermark Sign Company on U.S. 30 in Larwill. He was a resident of Whitley County, Ind., for the past 30 years. He graduated from Syracuse High School in Syracuse, Ind., and …read more.

Valerie Faith Reed, 3 weeks, of Syracuse, Ind., passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at I.U. Health in Indianapolis, Ind. She was born May 29, 2013, at Indiana University Hospital in Indianapolis, Ind., to Aaron M. & Kim L. (Wolfe) Reed. She is survived by her parents: Aaron and Kim Reed, Syracuse; a sister: …read more.

Fifteen Friends members met on Thursday, June 13, to elect new officers and make plans for the year. The president, secretary and treasurer are Allyson Ellis, Michael Brower and Ruth Judy. Past members will be receiving a letter outlining upcoming Friends activities, and are encouraged to include their email when they return their dues. The …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Tuesday, June 18, 8:37 a.m. South Packerton Road and East 900 South, Sidney. Drivers: Esther Shankster, 28, South Packerton Road, Silver Lake; Corry Miller, 41, East 1425 North, Liberty Mills. Shankster was westbound on CR 900 South when she …read more.

Neighbors in Our World II, a religious series, begins Sunday, June 23, in Syracuse. Chautauqua-Wawasee’s “Neighbors in Our World II, Gathering around the Table” provides a setting for encountering diverse cultures. Everyone is welcome at the table. Each speaker will challenge participants to a new encounter with food for thought, enrichment culturally where diversity is …read more.

The 2013 Garden Walk sponsored by the Syracuse-Wawasee Garden Club features six beautifully landscaped gardens. Five are on Lake Wawasee and one is a stone’s throw away. This garden walk is the perfect activity for those who love gardening, landscaping, outdoor living and lake views. Collect clever ideas to use at home from each garden. …read more.

SYRACUSE – Wawasee High School will host its fall cheerleading tryouts on Tuesday, June 25, through Thursday, June 27, from 9-11:30 a.m. at Syracuse Elementary School. All participants must have a current IHSAA physical (dated after April 1, 2013) on file with WHS to try out. Forms may be obtained on the WHS athletic Web …read more.

Robert “Bob” Joseph Doherty, 55, of Syracuse, Ind., passed away Thursday, June 13, 2013, at the IU Health Goshen Hospital, Goshen, Ind. He was born Aug. 27, 1957, in Fort Wayne, Ind., to Albert and Marie (Park) Doherty. He was married to Sherry Lynn Pfeiffer on July 26, 1980. He was a mechanical engineer and …read more.

After an hour’s discussion, the Turkey Creek Fire Territory Board voted 2-2 to accept the bid for the renovation work on Fire Station I. The vote effectivelly tabled any decision on accepting a bid of $669,000 from Allen County Builders Supply, the only company to bid on the project. Board members Jeff Morgan and Brad …read more.

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59vGpVmBMoQ] SYRACUSE – Over the next couple of weeks, we will tour the area to highlight some of the action on the ball diamonds. Our first stop was Thursday night at Harold Schrock Athletic Complex in Syracuse to catch some girls softball and T-Ball games. The games we will spotlight in this showcase are …read more.

Syracuse Town Councilman Jeffrey Morgan has submitted his resignation effective yesterday, June 13. With the announcement, Kosciusko County Republican Chairman Randall Girod has announced a caucus will be held to name his replacement. A caucus of eligible Kosciusko County Republican Precinct committeemen will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 3, in the Syracuse Town …read more.

The following is a list of film times for local movie theaters for Friday through Thursday, June 20. Pickwick Theater (108 W. Main St., Syracuse) Man of Steel (in 3D), Rated: PG-13 Starring: Henry Cavill, Amy Adams. All seats: $8 Showtime: 7 p.m. nightly North Pointe Cinemas (1060 Mariner Drive, Warsaw) Matinees: All shows before …read more.

More than 200 students received diplomas Saturday in a packed main spectator gym during graduation ceremonies for Wawasee High School. In a separate ceremony June 3, when the gym was not filled, another student received his certificate of completion in a much more low key ceremony. Trevor Archer earned his certificate of completion, said his …read more.

IU Health Goshen will present a Childhood Obesity Seminar at 6:30 p.m. tonight at the Syracuse Community Center, 1013 North Long Dr. A registered dietitian will provide information on childhood obesity trends as well as what parents can do to encourage and maintain a healthy lifestyle for the entire family. Elkhart County residents have identified …read more.

The largest marina on Lake Wawasee in Syracuse – Main Channel Marina – has announced a record spring season for 2013.  Experiencing revenue growth of over 15 percent in May alone, Main Channel Marina is actively expanding their new boat inventory, service center, retail offerings and staff. In the last six months Main Channel Marina …read more.

With only one bid submitted by Allen County Builders for the remodel of Syracuse Fire Station 1, township advisors were disheartened at their regular monthly meeting Monday with the bid amount being higher than expected. Although no specific amount was announced, the board voted to hold another meeting at 8 p.m. this Thursday, immediately following …read more.

The Syracuse Church of God will host its third annual “Jalopies for Jesus” Car / Truck / Motorcycle Show, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 22, at 104 E. Washington St. in Syracuse, one block north of the Syracuse Public Library. The car/truck/motorcycle show is open to the public free of charge. Car, truck …read more.

SYRACUSE – The Wawasee School Corporation will host a number of sports camps this summer. For camp forms or further information, visit the Wawasee athletic Web site at wawaseeathletics.org. Girls Tennis – A camp for incoming ninth through twelfth graders will take place June 11-26 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3-5 p.m. at the …read more.

Thomas ‘Tim’ F. McGee Jr., 66, of Syracuse, Ind., passed away Friday, June 7, 2013, at his home after a 2 year illness. He was born Sept. 9, 1946, in Chester, Pa., to Thomas Francis McGee, Sr. and Anna Bonnie (Campbell) McGee. On Feb. 14, 1967, he married Eileen Marie McGee in Media, Pa. An area …read more.

Richard Maresh, 82, of Syracuse, Ind., passed away on June 6, 2013 at his residence. He was born on Aug. 13, 1930, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Fred and Anna (Chemney) Maresh. He was a Wawasee Lake resident for over 40 years. He operated Wawasee Electronics in Syracuse, for many years. He is survived by his wife: …read more.

Syracuse Town Manager Henry DeJulia spoke at the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s regular board meeting June 5 about several projects occurring in Syracuse. He noted the industrial park’s water and sewer were all hooked up, while gas and electric still need to be complete. Roads in the industrial park also need to be grated before …read more.

Wawasee Middle School presented end of the school year awards to students in grades six through eight June 3 and 4. Students presented awards are as follows: Eighth Grade Subject Awards Social Studies — Rhett Coblentz, Paige Miller, Autumn Yoder and Bridgette Yoder Language Arts — Elizabeth Zorn, Haleigh Smarr, Logan Long Advanced Language Arts …read more.

Look for changes outside the Syracuse Public Library this summer. The ivy and some bushes are being removed in preparation for a new sign. The board of directors will discuss the purchase of a sign at the next board meeting at 6:15 p.m. Monday, June 24. Young adults have a terraced planting that will change …read more.

The following is a list of film times for local movie theaters for Friday through Thursday, June 13. Pickwick Theater (108 W. Main St., Syracuse) Epic (in 2D), Rated: PG Starring: Beyonce Knowles, Colin Farrell, All seats: $5.50 Showtime: 7 p.m. from Friday, June 7, to Thursday, June 13 North Pointe Cinemas (1060 Mariner Drive, …read more.

During its regular monthly meeting June 5, Kosciusko County Area Planning Commission heard from a Lake Wawasee property owner who wants the APC to consider amending the setback requirements in the county ordinance governing lakefront properties. Amy Raspiller lives on Majestic Way on the south end of Lake Wawasee and asked the APC if it …read more.

The Lee Anne Stewart Dance Schools’ annual dance production is a celebration of 40 years serving many area communities. “In the News,” this year’s annual dance production, is the culmination of nine months of training for the studio’s hard-working dance students and staff at Lee Anne Stewart. The Nappanee studio will hold its performances at …read more.

Tim and Heidi Bushong of Syracuse are celebrating 30 years of marriage on Tuesday, June 11. They were married in a ceremony behind Tim’s parent’s house (Ralph and Ann Bushong) on a very hot and dry afternoon. They have three children: Aaron, who just recently married Kara Blackburn; Hannah and Rachel, and have lived in …read more.

The 21st Annual Beaman Home Golf Outing took place Monday at South Shore Golf Course in Syracuse. Eighty golfers participated and enjoyed lunch by Bib’s Backyard BBQ prior to the scramble’s start. The event netted over $9,200 for the Beaman Home’s operational funds. K21 Health Foundation’s team placed first and received certificates, a dozen golf …read more.

Wawasee Middle School eighth-graders who maintained straight A’s on all report cards during their three years of middle school. From left are Riley Kunkle, Madison McBride, Bridgette Yoder and Paige Miller.

The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department today released the crash report identifying students who were injured in the May 22 crash involving four Wawasee Community School Corporation buses. Those injured and the type of injuries they sustained, as noted according to the KCSD accident report, are as follows: Nicholas Wagner, 14, Warsaw, complaint of neck pain …read more.

Syracuse Elementary School’s awards program was held Tuesday. Students recognized for their achievements during the program are as follows: Presidential Academic Awards Students maintaining at least an A- in all subjects from kindergarten through fifth grade, as well as a “pass plus” on ISTEP earned a President Academic Award. These students are Aundreya Wegener, Rhian …read more.

Syracuse Police are investigating a string of break-ins to vehicles within Syracuse along East Northshore Drive. Tuesday, 3:15 a.m. Terry L. Fulford, EMS W17 Lane, North Webster, reported someone entered his unlocked vehicle while parked on East Northshore Drive, Syracuse, and removed a Pioneer AM/FM cassette player and gar shift knob. Valued at $40. Thursday, …read more.

Karen Sue Drake, 62, of Syracuse, Ind., passed away Saturday, June 1, 2013, at her home. She was born April 7, 1951, in Colon, Mich., to Arthur R. and Kathleen I. (Randall) Wyatt. She attended Colon High School and moved to the North Webster, Ind. / Syracuse area 40 years ago from Michigan. She was …read more.

SYRACUSE – Wawasee High School honored its spring sports Monday night with its awards banquet at WHS. Honored were participants in baseball, softball, boys golf, girls tennis, boys track and girls track. Baseball Warrior Way – Bailey Yoder Varsity Warrior – Drew Anderson Gold Glove – Chase Rookstool Cy Young – Aaron Voirol JV Award …read more.

Elkhart Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accident: Saturday, June 1, 3:09 p.m. U.S. 6 and CR 29, north of Syracuse. Drivers: Phillip West, 19, Syracuse; Sandra Donat, 67, Rome City; Nicholas Bradley, 31, Syracuse; Michael Weaver, 21, Syracuse. Injured: Weaver complained of pain to the neck; Ayla …read more.

Karen Sue Drake, 62, of Syracuse, Ind., passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2013, at her home. She was born on April 7, 1951, in Colon, Mich., to Arthur R. and Kathleen I. (Randall) Wyatt. She attended Colon High School and moved to the North Webster/Syracuse area 40 years ago from Michigan. She was employed …read more.

Peggy Felts, 89, Syracuse, passed away at 8:31 a.m. Thursday, May30, 2013, at her daughter’s home in Syracuse.   She was born April 13, 1924, in Decatur to Willie and Opal (Worden) Slusher. She married Nelson M. Felts on May 8, 1982. He preceded her in death on Oct. 8,2001.   She graduated in 1942 …read more.

The 21st Annual Beaman Home Golf Scramble will be held Monday, June 3, at South Shore Golf Club in Syracuse.The tournament format is an 18-hole scramble and the entry fee includes green fees, cart rental, lunch, prizes and favors. Lunch will be catered by Bib’s Backyard BBQ and will be served from 11:30 a.m. to …read more.

Friends of the Syracuse Library The Friends of the Syracuse Library have money to spend. Please join and attend the annual meeting on at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 13. The annual meeting is a time to look at the group’s finances and talk about the best way to spend the proceeds. Plans to staff the …read more.

After months of hard work the doors of the Oakwood Inn in Syracuse will be reopen to the public Friday and Saturday. “It’s so exciting because it’s so close,” said Phil Kuhn, marketing director. The restaurants, The Pier and Back Porch will open slowly. Restaurant General Manager Jason Brown explained several small private dinner parties …read more.

With his Tigger from “Winnie the Pooh” collared shirt and a variety of heartfelt mementos scattered about his office, Jim Garner cannot be mistaken for a stodgy elementary school principal. After a 37-year career in education as an art and gym teacher and then a principal, he admits he tries not to take himself too …read more.

The Syracuse Park Foundation approved a contract for the Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee to hire Marsha Carey as a grant writer. Carey’s contract is for 12 months for $20,000. Mike Buhrt, chairman of the trail committee, told the foundation board Carey came with three very strong referrals. “We’re looking forward to raising some money,” he said. …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Syracuse Police Department recently investigated the following accidents: Sunday, 9:37 a.m. North Huntington Street, east of East Henry Street. Drivers: Jeremy E. McShurley, 37, West North Street, Muncie; and Gerald D. Hollensbe, 74, East Waco Drive, Syracuse. McChurley’s vehicle collided with Hollensbe’s vehicle. Damages: up to $5,000 Thursday, 12:02 p.m. South …read more.

The annual Homes on Parade, featuring projects by members of the Builders Association of Kosciusko Fulton Counties, begins Friday with multiple homes on the tour located throughout Kosciusko County. The event kicks off at 4 p.m. Friday with a total of 8 locations on the tour. View them all in one evening, or pace yourself …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the followin accidents: Tuesday, May 28, 7:24 a.m. South SR 15 and West 550 South, Warsaw. Driver: Steven A. Lane, 63, Damron Drive, North Manchester. A deer ran into Lane’s vehicle. Damages: up to $5,000 Monday, May 27, 12:55 p.m. North SR …read more.

A Syracuse man and an Illinois woman were injured over the holiday weekend in two separate accidents involving ATVs. Indiana Conservation Officers investigated the first accident at 3:45 p.m. Saturday. Dwight Dean, 59, of Syracuse, was riding on private property when his ATV struck a small hill. Although Dean could not recall how the accident …read more.

The weather proved to be an obstacle this morning as Memorial Day ceremonies got underway. With cool temperatures and rain most of the day, members of Syracuse American Legion Post 223 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1342 reluctantly canceled the parade. “It hurt us not to have the parade today,” said Bruno Walski, commander …read more.

This morning’s rain showers are prompting changes in Memorial Day events throughout the county. At Oakwook Cemetery in Warsaw, the ceremony will now be held moved indoors to accommodate the public. Services will take place beginning at 10:55 a.m. at the Oakwood Cemetery Chapel. The annual services will be conducted by John C. Peterson Post …read more.

One of the best ways the public can see, up close, what Wawasee High School students are capable of creating is to attend the school’s annual art show. This year’s show will be held from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, May 31, and noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 1. Student artwork will be …read more.

Ruth Ann Marner, 15, of Cromwell, Ind., passed away at 5:50 a.m. on Monday, May 20, 2013, at Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis, Ind. She was born on Aug. 17, 1997, in Goshen, Ind., to Timothy L. and Nancy J. (Sparkman) Marner. She lived most of her life in the Cromwell/Syracuse area and was …read more.

Incidents Officers of the Syracuse Police Department recently investigated the following incidents: Sunday, 7:17 p.m. Tami J. Nelson, West Hillside Drive, Syracuse, reported someone entered her Dodge Durango, which had the door opened, removed the owner’s manual, cash and change, prescription glasses, CD case with 24 CDs. Value $330. Saturday, 10 a.m. Daniel Hardesty reported …read more.

SYRACUSE – In a game featuring 25 runs and 28 hits, it was just a single tally in the seventh that separated Wawasee and Columbia City Tuesday. The Eagles plated a solo run in the seventh inning that the Warriors could not match in a 13-12 win by the visitors. Gage Reinhard led the attack …read more.

SYRACUSE – The final home boys golf meet for the Wawasee Warriors was not a glittery send-off it hoped Tuesday at South Shore Golf Club. Columbia City stopped by for the final regular season meet and pushed the Warriors to the brink. A 157-157 tie in four-man scoring required a fifth-man score, which Wawasee got …read more.

Larry and Fran Allen are happy to announce the engagement of their daughter, Katie, to Luke Clark, son of Kevin and Linda Clark. Katie grew up in Syracuse. She is currently in the School of Pharmacy at Purdue University. Luke is from North Webster and is in the College of Technology studying Organizational Leadership and …read more.

Marsha Carey, a local grant writer, was hired by the Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee, during its regular monthly meeting Monday night. Prior to voting, committee members Erick Leffler and Sam Lehman asked what funds were available. Carey said she would have to do some research to see what grants the committee had received in the past, …read more.

Nellie Ann Spurling, 79, of Syracuse, Ind., passed away on May 20, 2013, at her residence. She was born on May 7, 1934, in Fort Wayne, Ind., to Harold and Marie (Morthorse) Hollis. She was a graduate of Central Catholic High School in Fort Wayne. In 1953 in Fort Wayne, she married Robert Spurling, who …read more.

Evan Fidler won a book during National Children’s Book Week at the Syracuse Public LIbrary. Each day a winner was drawn from the kids that had visited the library that day. Other winners were: Marisa Kaufman, Brandon Tayagua, Samantha Pressler and Noah Stouder. Summer Reading Starts June 4th Ronald McDonald is presenting a show at …read more.

Memorial Day weekend is so far shaping up for decent weather and that will be a blessing for the many activities slated to take place throughout the county. The weekend fun begins Saturday with Milford Fest. The day full of events will include a pancake breakfast, car show, kids games and community-wide garage sales. (See …read more.

The Wawasee Community School Corporation is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children (age 18 and under) without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal …read more.

SYRACUSE – Ligonier’s Tyler Alles and Goshen’s Yuko Baumann were the male and female overall winners at Saturday’s Junior Achievement 5K held in Syracuse. Alles finished the 5K race, which began at Lakeside Fitness and worked its way around Syracuse and back to the gym, at 16:22, a 5:17 pace. Baumann, who clocked a 22:08/7:08 …read more.

SYRACUSE – Victory was sweet for the Wawasee JV softball team Saturday, closing out its junior campaign with a pair of wins at the Wawasee Softball Invitational. A 5-3 Central Noble lead disappeared in game one as Wawasee stormed back with eight unanswered tallies in an 11-5 win. Alexis Graber picked up the pitching win …read more.

Despite a cloudy start, today proved a perfect day for the 25th annual Cruisin’ Cuse Car Show, held in Syracuse. Taking home this year’s Best of Show trophy were Mike and Wanda Tiltges with a 1954 Kaiser Darrin. Other special awards were as follows: Best Interior and Kiwanis Choice, Ben Banister, 1934 Ford Best Paint, …read more.

In some ways, it has been a normal academic year for Wawasee High School. The prom was earlier this month, seniors are anxiously awaiting the moment they walk across the platform to be given their diplomas during graduation June 8 and the choir department performed the annual spring production this past weekend. Many positive things …read more.

Jerry Martin of North Webster, pictured at left, polishes his 2004 Mustang during Friday evening’s Cruisin’ Cuse cruise-in, held in downtown Syracuse. The cruise-in included new and classic cars and trucks on display, local vendors, kids’ activities, live music and plenty to eat. But the fun continues Saturday with the Cruisin’ Cuse car, truck and …read more.

SYRACUSE – Wawasee went on a pure power trip Friday night. Using the long ball and a whole lot of power pitching, Wawasee overwhelmed NorthWood, 8-2, Friday night in the Northern Lakes Conference capper for both programs. The Wawasee bats were hot, specifically that of Alli Ousley and Madi Anderson. A 199-foot, bases-loaded single from …read more.

Car enthusiasts from near and far are invited to zoom in to the annual Cruisin’ Cuse Car Show, sponsored by the Wawasee Kiwanis Club. Preceding the show will be the annual cruise-in from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. today on Main Street in uptown Syracuse. In addition, Friday’s activities will include food vendors, games and …read more.

SYRACUSE – “Any time you get a win in the Northern Lakes Conference, it’s a good win.” Wawasee boys golf head coach Steve Coverstone could breathe a sigh of relief after Thursday night’s triangular conference meet at South Shore. The Warriors picked up their first two NLC wins of the season by shooting a solid …read more.

SYRACUSE – Wawasee High School senior Jordan Edington has chosen to continue her track and field throwing career with Taylor University. Edington, who has starred specifically at shot put, just Tuesday finished as the runner-up at the Warsaw Girls Track Sectional in the event and was third in the Northern Lakes Conference meet. Edington was …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Wednesday, May 15, 11:38 p.m. A man reported his license plate was lost. Wednesday, May 15, 1:55 p.m. Police responded to a report of trespassing leading to the arrest of Bryan Michael Glova. Wednesday, May 15, 5:11 p.m. Police …read more.

Teresa Louise (Frick) Clipfell, 56, of Syracuse, Ind., lost her long battle with cancer Friday, May 10, 2013, at Center for Hospice in Elkhart, Ind. Terrie, as she was better known, was born on July 18, 1956, to Leonard and Dorothy Frick of Mongo, Ind. She married Max R. Clipfell in 1975. They just celebrated …read more.

Maxine Lucille Mick, 92, of Syracuse, Ind., passed away at 5:50 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, at Miller’s Merry Manor in Syracuse. She was born March 4, 1922, in Syracuse to Clarence and Eva (Eppert) McKibben. She was a lifetime area resident and attended Syracuse public schools. On Dec. 17, 1976, in New Paris, …read more.

Music blaring and spirits high, Syracuse Elementary School students have been taking turns walking, skipping and running around a track on the school’s lawn today in the hopes of raising a significant amount of money for the American Cancer Society. As of noon this afternoon, the Walkathon had already raised $8,800 for the cause, says …read more.

Miller Takes Over For Concord Jenny Miller took the bull by the horns, going 3-5 at the dish with five RBIs and took the ball in the circle and survived eight hits and five walks allowed to Wawasee in a 9-5 softball victory. Kennadie Lopez added two hits and two walks while scoring three times …read more.

Kosciusko County and local law enforcement agencies participating in the Kosciusko County DUI Taskforce will continue to conduct roving patrols and sobriety checkpoints the rest of this month. The project is made possible through grants received by the Governor’s Council on Impaired and Dangerous Driving. DUI: Taskforce Indiana is a year-long statewide project aimed at …read more.

A box of diplomas of past graduates from Wawasee High School has been found in the school’s guidance department. These diplomas are from students who graduated, but never picked up the document. Diplomas were found for Pamela Colpetzer Lee and Michael Mato, 1972; Filena Grim, 1974; Theresa Hively, 1977; Rebecca Sheppard, 1978; Connie Borders, 1983; …read more.

Members of Brownie Girl Scout Troop No. 00148 came before the Syracuse Park Board to make a request via a skit during the board’s regular monthly meeting Monday night. The girls told the park board they would like to use the money they raise from selling Girl Scout Cookies to purchase a wheelchair swing. Board …read more.

Poppy Smith of Pie Eyed Petey’s at Lake Tippecanoe confirmed this morning that the Syracuse location, 101 W. Main St., has been closed. The restaurant and bar closed Monday according to Smith because, “It just didn’t do what we thought it would and there is a lot of competition there.” Plans for the building are …read more.

It’s like coming home again for Susan Mishler. During the regular monthly meeting Tuesday of the Wawasee school board, Mishler was introduced as the new principal of Wawasee Middle School. She will replace Dennis Howland, who resigned effective at the end of the current academic year. Mishler lives at Camelot Lake near Milford with her …read more.

SYRACUSE – Maybe a message was sent, maybe it was just good fortune. Either way, Fairfield set down a full house in a 10-2 win at Wawasee Tuesday night in a sectional baseball preview. Fairfield, which upped its mark to 14-3 this season, stormed out to a 9-0 lead after three innings and never looked …read more.

Car enthusiasts from near and far are invited to zoom in to the annual Cruisin’ Cuse Car Show, sponsored by the Wawasee Kiwanis Club. Preceding the show will be the annual cruise-in from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday on Main Street in uptown Syracuse. In addition, Friday’s activities will include food vendors, games and …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Syracuse Police Department recently investigated the following accidents: Friday, 2:55 p.m. South Huntington Street. Drivers: Andrew V. Harman, 17, East CR 150 South, Lagro; and Carrollee Allen, 82, East Creekside Trail, Syracuse. Harmon’s vehicle struck the back of the Allen vehicle at the railroad crossing. Damages: under $1,000 Wednesday, May 8, …read more.

Mary Elizabeth Davis, 99, Goshen, Ind., passed away early Tuesday morning, May 14, 2013, at Courtyard Healthcare where she had been since March 10. She was born March 8, 1914, in Syracuse to John and Jane (Hann) Hurtig. A lifetime area resident, Mrs. Davis was a member of LifePoint Church, Goshen. She is survived by two …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Monday, May 13, 5:10 p.m. Officers were called to the 6700 block of North Kalorama Road, Leesburg, in report of an accident involving a bicycle and a motor vehicle. Monday, May 13, 7:08 p.m. Rangel Arturo of Warsaw reported …read more.

The Turkey Creek Township Advisory Board voted to give $1,000 to the new Harold Schrock Athletic Complex in Syracuse during the board’s regular monthly meeting Monday evening. Dick Pelletier made the request for funds to the board, noting the board running the complex hopes to raise an additional $60,000 to install lights on the new …read more.

Wawasee High School was among 313 schools statewide to be named a Four Star School for the 2011-12 academic year. Glenda Ritz, Indiana superintendent of public instruction, announced the Four Star Schools Monday. Each year, the Indiana Department of Education recognizes schools that perform in the upper 25th percentile of schools in performance on ISTEP+ …read more.

John Simeon Kimmel, 7 days old, of Syracuse, Ind., passed away at 7:05 a.m. on Monday, May 13, 2013 at his grandparent’s home in Syracuse. He was born May 6, 2013, in South Bend, Ind., to Luke D. and Karissa B. (Evans) Kimmel. He attended the North Webster Church of God where he was dedicated …read more.

SYRACUSE – Wawasee baseball head coach Eric Screeton was reduced to a quick shake of the head on why his team can’t seem to avoid the big inning. A four-run second inning by Goshen was the albatross Screeton and Wawasee can’t seem to avoid as the Redskins beat the Warriors 5-3 Monday in Northern Lakes …read more.

Mariah Woolley will be performing a recital of violin music at the Church of the Good Shepherd, 100 8th St. in Winona Lake, at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 23. Woolley will be playing selections by Beethoven, Tchaikovsky and others. The recital is free and open to the public. A free will offering will be taken …read more.

Robert C. Zahn, 85, of Sarasota, Fla., and formerly of Fort Wayne, Ind., passed away Saturday, May 11, 2013, in Sarasota. Bob was born in Reading, Pa., and grew up in Fort Wayne. He served in the United States Marine Corp. during World War II. He was retired from the General Telephone Company and loved …read more.

Plymouth Rallies To Frustrate Wawasee It looked as though Wawasee might break its eight-game baseball losing streak in the Northern Lakes Conference. Holding a 6-2 lead over Plymouth at home heading into the fifth, Plymouth erupted to score nine unanswered runs to defeat Wawasee 11-6 in Syracuse. Plymouth scored two runs in the fifth and …read more.

Warsaw Police Department Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following incidents: Friday, May 10, 8:06 a.m. NIPSCO reported a damaged pole in the 100 block of South Washington Street. Friday, May 10, 5:32 a.m. A traffic stop conducted on North Detroit Street located a person who had been reported missing from Kokomo. …read more.