Wednesday, July 29, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-160 and Executive Order 2020-161, amending Michigan’s Safe Start Order and issuing revised workplace safeguards.

INDIANAPOLIS – The IHSAA announced it is still on track for a scheduled start to fall sports. However, some geographic areas are announcing postponements.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The NAIA decided to postpone its national championships in soccer, cross country and volleyball from the fall to the spring, but is leaving season play up to the individual institutions and conferences.

Between noon Friday, July 24, and noon Tuesday, July 28, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported a total of 22 new COVID-19 cases.

AVON, Ohio – The Crossroads League maintains its intentions of hosting fall sports in a statement released this week.

Between noon Wednesday, July 22, and noon Friday, July 24, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported a total of 26 new COVID-19 cases. This brings the county’s total number of reported cases to 747, with eight deaths.

Governor Eric Holcomb’s executive order regarding the state of Indiana’s mask mandate lists exemptions to wearing face coverings while in public.

News Release INDIANAPOLIS – The results of the first statewide random sample study in the United States to measure the spread of COVID-19 indicated a general population prevalence of about 2.8 percent in Indiana. This closely monitored study was conducted by the Indiana University Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health at IUPUI in collaboration …read more.

The state’s drive-thru testing site in Warsaw will continue for an additional two weeks, said Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer during a coronavirus media briefing on Wednesday at City Hall.

Between noon Monday, July 20, and noon Wednesday, July 22, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported a total of 27 new COVID-19 cases. This brings the county’s total number of reported cases to 721, with eight deaths.

Beginning Monday, July 27, Hoosiers will be required to wear masks.

News Release  LARWILL – The Whitko Community School Board approved the back-to-school plan for the 2020-2021 school year Monday, July 20. The re-opening plan includes a manual that was sent out to students, parents, teachers, and other staff that outlines multiple student learning options. The school district will continue to issue all K-12 students a …read more.

Between noon Friday, July 17, and noon Monday, July 20, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported a total of 84 new COVID-19 cases. This brings the county’s total number of reported cases to 694, with eight deaths.

It’s safe to say things are justifiably stressful right now. As the world reacts to the pandemic, people are staying home, quarantining, and social distancing as an effort to stay safe and slow the spread of COVID-19.

Warsaw Community Schools released Distance Learning information for elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Article by Ray Balogh Photos by Mike Deak InkFreeNews WARSAW — In a historic first, Warsaw Little League started its season this year long before Major League Baseball takes the field July 23. Following the pandemic-sensitive rules of Little League International and state and local quarantine guidelines, the league, this year hosting “36 teams and …read more.

It did not take long for people to begin taking advantage of free COVID-19 testing in Warsaw.

Turkey Creek fire and township advisory boards Monday, July 13, approved sending Fire Chief Mickey Scott’s 2021 proposed operations and equipment replacement budgets for further consideration by the Syracuse Town Council.

Goshen Health has released the following COVID-19 activity as of July 13, going back to March 11.

The Indiana State Department of Health will host a free COVID-19 drive-thru testing clinic in Warsaw for two weeks beginning Tuesday morning, July 14.

Between noon Monday, July 6, and Wednesday, July 8, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported a total of nine new COVID-19 cases. This brings the county’s total number of reported cases to 564, with four deaths.

United Way of Noble County has awarded Bowen Center an $11,000 Noble County Economic Relief Initiative grant to provide critical incident stress management and individual crisis counseling to staff in Noble County long-term care facilities.

Long-running Warsaw restaurant “Schoops” has officially been permanently closed. 

Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer said he tentatively plans to return to work on Wednesday, July 8.

Between noon Friday, July 3, and noon Monday, July 6, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported a total of 25 new COVID-19 cases. This brings the county’s total number of reported cases to 562, with four deaths.

Governor Eric Holcomb has put a pause on the state of Indiana entering Stage 5 of the “Back on Track” re-opening plan.

The popular First Friday car show present by the Baker Youth Club has been reformatted to a Car Cruise-In.

Between noon Monday, June 29, and noon Wednesday, July 1, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported a total of 14 new COVID-19 cases. This brings the county’s total number of reported cases to 506, with three deaths.

The Indianapolis Children’s Museum is set to open to the public on July 11. 

COVID-19 data for Elkhart County continues to show a rise in the number of those tested and positive cases during the last 24 hours.

Between noon Friday, June 26, and noon Monday, June 29, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported a total of 47 new COVID-19 cases. This brings the county’s total number of reported cases to 501, with three deaths.

Goshen Health released information on increases at its facility due to COVID-19. The numbers, as of June 29 are:

Manchester University faculty members created an interdisciplinary summer course for incoming students that helps them transition from high school to college-level courses.

Between noon Wednesday, June 24, and noon Friday, June 26, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported a total of 20 new COVID-19 cases. This brings the county’s total number of reported cases to 453, with three deaths.

The Blueberry Festival in Plymouth has officially been canceled.

Kosciusko County Health officials learned on Tuesday of the third death in the county due to COVID-19.

SYRACUSE – Wawasee athletics has announced athletes will need an updated physical on file to participate in 2020-21 athletics.

Between noon Friday, June 19, and noon Monday, June 22, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported a total of 29 new COVID-19 cases. This brings the county’s total number of reported cases to 408 positive cases, with two deaths.

Purdue University Fort Wayne is sharing its plans to resume in-person instruction in the fall.

Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer spoke about the improvement in COVID-19 numbers across the state during the City of Warsaw Board of Public Works & Safety meeting Friday, June 19.

Between noon Wednesday, June 17, and noon Friday, June 19, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported a total of 31 new COVID-19 cases. This brings the county’s total number of reported cases to 379, with two deaths.

Senate Republicans have suggested a “July time frame” for passing the next coronavirus package. As they consider their options, they should realize that the time for more relief has passed. Congress should now focus on passing an economic stimulus package.

Between noon Monday, June 15, and noon Wednesday, June 17, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported a total of 14 new COVID-19 cases. This brings the county’s total number of cases to 349, with two deaths.

Between noon Friday, June 12, and noon Monday, June 15, the Kosciusko County Health Department received a total of 30 new COVID-19 cases.

By Ray Balogh InkFreeNews MILFORD — The Milford churches had a plan to deliver a DVD of the “Jesus” film, an evangelistic movie depicting the life of Christ, to every home in Milford just before Easter, but the COVID-19 shutdown scuttled that schedule. Now that restrictions are easing, the churches have resurrected the goal and …read more.

Goodwill and Vets’ Community Connections are excited to be hosting the 4th annual Kosciusko Military Veteran Stand Down from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. August 21, at Ivy Tech Community College. 

Lutheran Health Network is urging the local community to seek emergency care when it is needed – without delay.

Topics at the Warsaw Community Schools Board of School Trustees meeting revolved around the COVID-19 pandemic as those present talked about cleaning buildings, keeping students safe and rewarding employees who have put themselves on the front lines.

Between noon Wednesday, June 10, and noon Thursday, June 11, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported 10 new cases of COVID-19. This brings the county’s number of positive cases to 283, with two deaths.

As of noon Wednesday, June 10, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported 25 new cases of COVID-19. This brings the county’s number of positive cases to 277, with two deaths.

Stage 4 of Governor Eric Holcomb’s “Back on Track Indiana” plan will go into effect beginning Friday, June 12 – two days earlier than originally scheduled.

Turkey Creek fire and township boards met Monday, June 8, for the first time since the pandemic shutdown was instituted in March.

Between noon Friday, June 5, and noon Monday, June 8, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported 35 new cases of COVID-19. This brings the county’s number of positive cases to 245.

Between noon on Thursday, June 4, and noon Friday, June 5, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported 12 new cases of COVID-19. Seven of the cases reported on June 4 were identified to reside in various other counties; thus they have been removed from the case count. This brings the county’s number of positive cases to 210.

As of noon Thursday, June 4, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported 22 new cases of COVID-19. This brings the county’s number of positive cases to 205.

The guest speaker at the weekly COVID-19 press conference held Wednesday, June 3, at Warsaw City Hall was Kurt Carlson, CEO of Bowen Center.

The Kosciusko County Health Department reported a second COVID-19 death in the county on Monday, June 1, and saw another substantial jump in the number of cases in recent days.

Ivy Tech Community College, including its Fort Wayne and Warsaw locations, has announced it is offering free classes and training opportunities for 10,000 participants.

State Rep. Dave Wolkins encourages Hoosiers whose jobs were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to take advantage of tuition-free training grants offered through Indiana’s Next Level Jobs program. 

As of noon Friday, May 29, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported 15 new cases of COVID-19. This brings the county’s number of total positive cases to 120.

This year, the Kosciusko County Community Foundation awarded over $540,000 in scholarships to 151 students who are pursuing higher education this upcoming school year.

News Release WINONA LAKE – Grace College engineering students Erin Lawhon and Abbott Joy have donated more than 700 3D-printed ear guards to local organizations on the front lines of COVID-19. The ear guards have been distributed to Fellowship Missions, Grace Village, Miller’s at Oak Pointe, Acorn Academy, Pill Box Pharmacy, Cardinal Services, and Miller’s …read more.

As of noon Thursday, May 28, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported six new cases of COVID-19. This brings the county’s number of total positive cases to 105.

As of noon Wednesday, May 27, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported five new cases of COVID-19. This brings the county’s number of total positive cases to 99.

Between noon Friday, May 22, and noon Tuesday, May 26, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported 26 new cases of COVID-19. This brings the county’s number of total positive cases to 94.

By Dan Spalding InkFreeNews LEESBURG – The pandemic didn’t prevent Leesburg’s annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 25, but its impact was apparent. Leesburg was one of the few towns that did not cancel Memorial Day events in Kosciusko County as a precaution against the spread of COVID-19, but organizers limited the parade to …read more.

As of noon Friday, May 22, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported now new cases of COVID-19. The county’s total number of positive cases remains at 68.

President Dave McFadden announced Thursday, May 21 that Manchester University is moving forward to open the North Manchester and Fort Wayne campuses in fall 2020.

As of noon Thursday, May 21, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported six new cases of COVID-19. The county’s total number of positive cases is now at 68.

As of noon Wednesday, May 20, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported no new cases of COVID-19. The county’s total number of positive cases remains at 62.

At this time, there is no evidence of transmission of COVID-19 in surface water of lakes and streams.

News Release WINONA LAKE – The Winona Lake’s Park Department continues to urge people to practice social distancing, but is outlining plans to reopen its amenities. The following looks at upcoming changes begining with the Gov. Eric Holcomb’s plans for stage 3, which arrives Sunday, May 24. All dates listed are subject to change. Stage …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The IHSAA maintained its stance on reopening athletics on July 1 after its May committee meeting.

As of noon Tuesday, May 19, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported three new case of COVID-19, bringing the county’s total number of positive cases to 62.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — As of noon Monday, May 18, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported three new cases of COVID-19, bringing the county’s total number of positive cases to 59. Statewide, the latest posting on the Indiana State Department of Health website shows the number of COVID-19 deaths in Indiana rose to …read more.

MISHAWAKA – Former Penn High School star and silver medalist wrestler Sarah Hildebrandt will serve on a committee to restart international wrestling.

500 for $500 is a new campaign that Habitat for Humanity hopes can be put to good use during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

The Kosciusko County Health Department on Friday released the number of COVID-19 cases by zip codes.

Wildman is excited to show appreciation to local heroes and first responders as they work tirelessly to keep our community safe during COVID-19.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — As of noon Wednesday, May 13, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported two new cases of COVID-19, bringing the county’s total number of positive cases to 51. Statewide, the latest posting on the Indiana State Department of Health website shows the number of COVID-19 deaths in Indiana rose to …read more.

As of noon Tuesday, May 12, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported three new cases of COVID-19, bringing the county’s total number of positive cases to 49.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Health Department reported seven new cases of COVID-19, bringing the county’s total number of positive cases to 46. The spike in reported cases represents the biggest jump seen in Kosciusko County since the tracking began. Statewide, the latest posting on the Indiana State Department of Health …read more.

News Release WARSAW – At Warsaw Community Public Library, our online resources are ALWAYS open even when the building is closed to the public. WCPL’s “Digital Library” is accessible by Wi-Fi in the library parking lot, by social media including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, and at warsawlibrary.org. See varied library e-collections 24 hours a day …read more.

Discount Warehouse of Warsaw has for sale disposable 3-ply masks that provide some protection from dust, pollen, etc. Elastic earloop is easy to wear and comfortable on the ears. These are NOT N95 OR medical masks.

Events scheduled for the Fourth of July have been postponed out of the utmost care, compassion, and concern for the residents of Akron and neighboring residents.

Discount Warehouse of Warsaw has for sale disposable 3-ply masks that provide some protection from dust, pollen, etc. Elastic earloop is easy to wear and comfortable on the ears. These are NOT N95 OR medical masks.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Health Department has received no new COVID-19 cases as of noon Thursday, May 7. Kosciusko County has 39 total positive cases with one death reported and 20 recoveries. Statewide, the latest posting on the Indiana State Department of Health website shows the number of COVID-19 deaths …read more.

Discount Warehouse of Warsaw has for sale disposable 3-ply masks that provide some protection from dust, pollen, etc. Elastic earloop is easy to wear and comfortable on the ears. These are NOT N95 OR medical masks.

Mayor Joe Thallemer announced the City of Warsaw’s local plans for reopening businesses and public offices during the city’s weekly COVID-19 press conference on Wednesday, May 6.

The Kosciusko County Health Department recently reported one new COVID-19 case and one new recovery.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WABASH — The Wabash County Health Department reported the county’s second death related to the COVID-19 virus on Sunday, May 3. Wabash County has 63 positive cases. The Kosciusko County Health Department recently reported two new COVID-19 cases over the weekend. One new case was received on Saturday, May 2; the …read more.

News Release GOSHEN — The Center for Healing and Hope is now offering rapid tests for COVID-19 for people without insurance who live in Elkhart County. This testing has been arranged in collaboration with the Elkhart County Health Department and with a generous grant from the Community Foundation of Elkhart County and the United Way …read more.

News Release FORT WAYNE — Parkview Health is gradually resuming some of its suspended services, including elective and non-urgent surgeries and procedures. Based on recommendations from various professional societies, accrediting bodies and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the reopening plan will follow a tiered approach. The health system will resume suspended services while …read more.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — The latest posting on the Indiana State Department of Health website shows the number of COVID-19 deaths in Indiana rose to 1,115, up from 1,062 reported on Friday, May 1. The total positive number of cases statewide is at 19,295. More than 104,000 Hoosiers have been tested for COVID-19. …read more.

WARSAW – Some former athlete heroes are now being seen as a celebrity in their latest professions serving ‘on the frontlines’ in their respective communities.

Press Release INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb announced on Friday, May 1, the Back On Track Indiana plan to safely open the economy and remain vigilant about protecting Hoosiers’ health and well-being. “Across Indiana, we have witnessed a spirit of cooperation and caring for others that has touched my heart,” said Gov. Holcomb. “May …read more.

WARSAW — The latest posting on the Kosciusko County Health Department website shows the number of COVID-19 deaths in Indiana rose to 1,062, up from 1,007 reported on Thursday, April 30.  Total positive number of cases statewide stands at 18,630, up from 17,835 yesterday.  Kosciusko County is reported to have performed 554 COVID-19 tests and …read more.

By Lasca Randels InkFreeNews WARSAW — There has been a lot of focus on the dangers healthcare workers face during the COVID-19 crisis — and rightfully so.  Physicians and nurses treating patients are at high risk for exposure. Healthcare workers have to deal with concerns not only about being infected themselves but also about unknowingly …read more.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews ROCHESTER — The Fulton County Health Department recently reported the county’s first COVID-19 death. According to data from the FCHD, as of April 29, Fulton County has 30 positive cases. In total, there have been 157 total tests administered in the county. Currently, the Indiana State Department of Health website reflects …read more.

News Release INDIANAPOLIS — Gov. Eric J. Holcomb today announced the state is partnering with Maximus to centralize contact tracing and investigations for Hoosiers who test positive for COVID-19. This move, in tandem with a previously announced partnership with Optum to significantly expand testing across the state, is an essential component of efforts to safely …read more.