Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 6:24 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, 7446 S. Caldwell Lake Drive, Claypool. Driver: Chase J. Heltzel, 24, North Dolan Drive 1, Syracuse. Heltzel was traveling south on Caldwell Lake Drive when his vehicle left the roadway and struck a utility pole. It is believed …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Holden Chugga, chugga, chugga, choo-choo! Can you hear it? It’s the snuggle train, driven by the AWL’s cuddle conductor Holden. This huggable hairball is a nine-month-old, neutered, male Domestic Short Hair mix. He …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Thanks to its beautiful lakes, Kosciusko County is a popular place for summertime fun. Obvious ways to enjoy the water include picnicking on open beaches, water skiing with friends or fishing for bluegill. But there are a few less-traveled ways to enjoy local ecosystems Beyer Farm Trail – Pike Lake, Warsaw The Beyer …read more.

WARSAW — A Pierceton woman was recently arrested after allegedly stealing items from Walmart and returning them in exchange for shopping cards. Nicole Ann Wetli, 28, 8280 E. US 30 #5, Pierceton, is being charged with corrupt business influence, a level 5 felony; and four counts of theft, all class A misdemeanors. On Oct. 22, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 10:10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, 300 block East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Officers responded to a report of a fight. 9:53 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, 8600 block South Yellow View Lane, Claypool. Boyd H. Gillem reported the theft of a pontoon. Value: $1,800. …read more.

The following is the second of two stories about Little Free Libraries in Kosciusko County. This story focuses on how to set up a Little Free Library, why local residents and organizations in the county decided to establish their own, and how Little Free Libraries can help the community. KOSCIUSKO — There are approximately 80,000 …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Republicans in four towns in Kosciusko County will need to conduct political conventions this summer to reduce the number of candidates appearing on the general election ballot to the maximum allowed by state law. Seven towns with populations of less than 3,500 — Claypool, Etna Green, Pierceton, Leesburg, North Webster, Mentone and Silver …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 2:27 p.m. Wednesday, July 31, 200 block West Main St., Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of an inmate fight at the jail. 1:45 p.m. Wednesday, July 31, 2700 block North Fox Farm Road, Warsaw. Explorer Van reported the theft of 12 catalytic converters. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Heartford You can probably guess the key word in Heartford’s name and no, it’s not Ford. This one-year-old, spayed, female Staffordshire Bull Terrier/Labrador mix is all heart. She is black with a white chest and …read more.

  [weaver_youtube KIwh6TzYc70 rel=0]   The following is the first of two stories about Little Free Libraries in Kosciusko County. This story focuses on locals’ experiences with establishing the stands, how the Little Free Libraries work and where they can be found. Part two will be posted Friday. WARSAW — There are six public libraries in …read more.

PIERCETON — Medics and fire personnel responded to a report of a woman entrapped in a vehicle after a collision on US 30 Monday, July 29. Initial dispatch reports said a traffic accident occurred in the eastbound lanes of US 30 near East Van Ness Road and Arnolt Drive, Pierceton. Pierceton Fire Department, Kosciusko County …read more.

North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following accident: 1:10 p.m. Saturday, July 27, 102 N. Main St., North Webster. Driver: Brandi L. Thornton, 51, EMS D21B Lane, Syracuse. Thornton was backing her vehicle when she struck a parked, unoccupied vehicle. Damage up to $2,500.   Pierceton Officers with the Pierceton …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Elkhart The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Correctional Facility:

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Banjo He’s got a smile on his face and a song in his heart. Yes sir, Banjo is a dog about town. This handsome Husky/Lab mix is three years old, is golden white …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 2:41 a.m. Friday, July 19, 2000 block North CR 100E, Warsaw. Amanda J. Scroggs reported the theft of a bicycle. Value: $150. 10:04 p.m. Thursday, July 18, 9400 block East Old Road 30, Pierceton. Myrtle I. Yates reported burglary. A jewelry box was …read more.

PIERCETON — The new building for the Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County is tentatively set to open on Oct. 1. “The overall construction of the building should be done by the end of this week, weather permitting,” said Katey Wilks Zemen, AWL executive director. “Right now, I would say we are about 85 percent …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Kolton With a white glove on his left paw, Kolton is ready to hit the field and catch some zingers. Kolton is a two-year-old, neutered, male American Staffordshire Terrier mix, weighing 65 pounds. He has …read more.

PIERCETON — A woman was taken to the hospital after a rear-end collision on Friday, July 12. At approximately 5:29 p.m. Friday, July 12, officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to a two-vehicle accident on South SR 13, south of East Old Road 30, Pierceton. Todd E. Leamon, 49, Fibia Place 92, Fort …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 10:42 p.m. Sunday, July 14, 5600 block South Woodland Lane, Warsaw. Sarah A. Gray reported the theft of keys. Value: $25.           8:13 p.m. Sunday, July 14, 11500 block North SR 13, Syracuse. Lakin L. Jackson reported fraud. Value: …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 7:46 p.m. Sunday, July 14, North CR 575E, north of East CR 100N, Warsaw. Driver: Garrett M. Elder, 20, South CR 600E, Pierceton. Elder was traveling south on North CR 575 when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $2,500. 6:07 p.m. …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 12:14 a.m. Friday, July 12, 11500 block North Sleeping Beauty Lane, Cromwell. Officers investigated a report of a missing person. 10:57 p.m. Thursday, July 11, 9400 block West CR 500S, Mentone. Cassandra S. Schnitz reported the theft of a cellphone. Value: $100. 10:01 …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 9:17 a.m. Friday, July 12, East CR 700S, west of South CR 300E, Claypool. Driver: Natalie I. Francis, 36, North Hickory Street, Claypool. Francis was traveling east on CR 700S when a deer entered the roadway. This caused Francis’ vehicle to leave the …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Fulton The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail: Elkhart The following person was booked in the Elkhart County Detention Facility: Marshall The following person was booked in the Marshall County Jail:

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Jedi With the ability to harness the power of the Force, Jedi is ready to protect you from the Dark Side. Jedi is a one-year-old, neutered, male Staffordshire Bull Terrier mix, weighing 52 …read more.

PIERCETON — The town of Pierceton is one step closer to returning its police force to full strength as well as shoring up the department’s headquarters, following the regular monthly meeting of the town board Monday night, July 8. With council members Matt Brubaker and Tom Barker, voting 2-0 and Mandy Espinoza absent, the town …read more.

PIERCETON — An unidentified man in a pickup suffered a severe fireworks-related injury to his hand Friday night. At approximately 6 p.m. Friday, July 5, Pierceton Fire Department and Lutheran EMS were called to the area of CR 300E and CR 550S in reference to a fireworks-related injury.  According to Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Public Information …read more.

WARSAW — Two individuals have been charged with robbery and theft after stealing a vehicle from a female in the parking lot at Owens Supermarket. Jennifer M. Davis, 30, no address listed, is being charged with robbery resulting in bodily injury, a level 3 felony; theft, a level 6 felony; and resisting law enforcement, a …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Indy Like Indiana Jones, Indy the dog is always up for an adventure. And like Harrison Ford, he is ruggedly handsome. Indy is a one-year-old, neutered, male Rat Terrier mix, weighing 16 pounds. …read more.

PIERCETON — Around Christmastime every year, Pierceton residents receive a box of homemade cookies from a group of young gentlemen in the community. They’re not delivered by carolers or salespeople, but by residents of Pierceton Woods Academy. “They make thousands of cookies at the end of the year and deliver them themselves,” said Joe Gough, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — This weekend Christian singer Michael Wayne Smith will be visiting churches throughout the area.

PIERCETON — Representatives from three Kosciusko County townships, as well as firefighters, Pierceton Town Council members and township advisory board members, held a preliminary discussion on Thursday, June 20, in regards to potentially establishing a fire territory. Pierceton Fire Chief Gordon Baker set up the discussion-based meeting involving representatives from Washington, Monroe and Jackson Townships. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Grapes We heard through the grapevine that there’s a new cat in town looking for a “furever” home. Meet Grapes, king of all he surveys from the cat tower. He is a gorgeous, …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 1:57 a.m. Friday, June 14, 1800 block Nye St., Warsaw. Christopher M. Slone reported a hit-and-run vehicle accident. 1:43 p.m. Thursday, June 13, 100 block Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of a found moped. 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 12, 700 …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — A Fort Wayne teen, who walked away with two others from Pierceton Woods, has had charges filed against him in connection with an auto theft from Pierceton. A warrant has been issued and bond is set at $5,250 surety and cash. Bronson Filler, 18, 3550 Sandpoint Road and/or 2625 Dexter Drive, Fort …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Pierceton man was arrested after allegedly attempting to kidnap two minors. Jason J. Nelson, Jr., 20, 3104 E. Wooster Road 69, Pierceton, is being charged with intimidation with a deadly weapon, a level 5 felony; and kidnapping, a level 6 felony. On June 4, an officer with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Petey Petey is a happy chap that has a lot to say. He greets AWL visitors with his cheerful bark, encouraging them to adopt. He is a three-year-old, neutered, male Jack Russell Terrier …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Town Council approved a quote for the police department to have its own website and discussed upcoming summer events during its meeting on Monday, June 10. Town Marshal Tim Sammons requested a separate website for the Pierceton Police Department. Sammons presented a quote of $518, which would cover building the website …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 4:02 a.m. Tuesday, June 11, South SR 13, south of East Shoop Road, Pierceton. Driver: Sherry L. McDaniel, 45, South Third Street, Pierceton. McDaniel was traveling north on SR 13 when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $10,000. 6:48 p.m. Monday, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 11:32 p.m. Sunday, June 9, 600 block South Buffalo St., Warsaw. Good To Go reported criminal trespass. 8:29 p.m. Sunday, June 9, 6200 block East CR 400S, Pierceton. Virgil R. Hale reported the theft of medication. Value: $150. 3:39 p.m. Sunday, June 9, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Pierceton man was recently arrested on two warrants regarding intimidation and home improvement fraud. In the first case, Kevin Lee Staley, 47, 401 E. Keith St., Pierceton; also showing an address of 322 Bayou St., Vincennes, is being charged with intimidation, a level 6 felony; driving while suspended, a class A misdemeanor; …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Frodo If you’re looking for someone to throw the one ring into the fires of Mt. Doom, Frodo the dog is up to the challenge, though he’d tell you it’s more of a …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 1:46 p.m. Sunday, June 2, 200 block West Main St., Warsaw. Kosciusko County Commissioners reported a jail inmate who destroyed caution tape for the jury box steps in Superior Court 3. 2:43 p.m. Friday, May 31, 10000 block North Turkey Creek Road, Syracuse. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 8:45 a.m. Thursday, May 30, North SR 13, north of East Waco Drive, Syracuse. Driver: Nicole A. Miller, 30, Railside Drive, Syracuse. Miller was traveling south on SR 13 when her vehicle left the roadway, striking a fence owned by Lakeland Animal Clinic. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Melody Melody may be considered a “little old lady” at 10 years old, but she’s still got tons of puppy charm. She is a Golden Retriever mix with a cheerful smile and a …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 2:08 p.m. Thursday, May 23, East US 30, east of South CR 900E, Pierceton. Driver: Jimmy W. May, 64, West US Highway 30, Columbia City. May was traveling east on US 30 when his vehicle suddenly pulled to the right, causing his vehicle …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 7:13 a.m. Thursday, May 23, South Packerton Road, south of East CR 700S, Warsaw. Driver: Louis W. Brown, 62, South CR 400E, Pierceton. Brown was traveling south on South Packerton Road when a tree started to fall into the roadway. Brown’s vehicle struck …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the selection of the Menzie-Reece American Legion Post 258 as the May 2019 Member of the Month. The Pierceton Chamber of Commerce is honored to celebrate the work of Menzie-Reece American Legion Post 258 as they continue their efforts to show patriotism within the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Dustin Dustin the one-year-old, neutered, male Domestic Short Hair mix is hard to miss with his butterscotch coat with chocolate brown stripes. He weighs eight pounds. This unique kitty has the sweetest personality …read more.

PIERCETON — A woman was airlifted following a single-vehicle accident after her gray Hyundai Elantra struck a tree in Pierceton. At approximately 4:05 p.m. Monday, May 20, Pierceton Fire Department responded to a report of a personal injury accident on South 1st Street, across from Pierceton Elementary School. Initial dispatch reports said the female driver, …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Town Council discussed the need for repairs to the police department building as well as recruiting volunteer firefighters during its meeting on Monday, May 13. During his report to council members, Town Marshal Tim Sammons said the ceiling and floor at the Pierceton Police Department building are in need of repair. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Donnie When Donnie first arrived at the AWL, he was very shy and nervous. Our staff made sure to give him time and space so he would feel comfortable and safe. We are …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 1:51 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, 8700 block East CR 350N, Pierceton. Roger L. Long reported the theft of a vehicle. Value: $25,000. 1:19 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, 200 block West Main St., Warsaw. Carson W. Parker reported the theft of items from a …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Franklin Hey it’s Franklin, coming over to play and looking for fun every day! Franklin is an eight-year-old, neutered, male Miniature Pinscher/Terrier mix. He is black and dark red with brown eyes and …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 8:16 p.m. Thursday, May 2, South CR 250E, north of East CR 100S, Warsaw. Driver: Lella M. Holbrook, 72, North CR 300E, Wwarsaw. Holbrook was traveling north on CR 250E when a vehicle entered her lane of travel. As she turned her vehicle …read more.

Kosciusko The following incident was investigated by the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office: 9:52 p.m. Tuesday, April 30, police investigated a report of harassing phone calls and messages in the 8200 block of East US 30, Pierceton. Brittany O’Brien reported the issue.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 9:23 p.m. …read more.

PIERCETON— Shortly after 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, Washington Township Fire Department and Lutheran EMS were called to the scene of a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of Pierceton Road and CR 500E in Pierceton. Initial dispatch reports said two individuals in the vehicle accident sustained leg injuries. Airbags were also deployed in both vehicles. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Friendly True to his name, Friendly is a very outgoing and loving dog. He is a one-year-old, neutered, male Staffordshire Bull Terrier mix. Friendly has a warm brindle and white coat and weighs …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 8:23 p.m. Sunday, April 28, 500 block East CR 300S, Warsaw. Harold Lucas reported criminal mischief. 7:37 p.m. Sunday, April 28, 2400 block West CR 250S, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of a protective order violation. 2:10 p.m. Sunday, April 28, 1300 block …read more.

Roy G. Lewis, 66, Pierceton, died Saturday, April 27, 2019, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. Arrangements are pending at Owen Family Funeral Home, SR 13 and CR 500N, North Webster.

PIERCETON — Thanks to a grant from CenturyLink Foundation for $2,897, beginning in fall 2019, Makey Makey Kits will arrive at Pierceton Elementary School’s fourth-grade classrooms. The kits are an extension of PES commitment to engage their students in STEM disciplines. The kits will allow students to experiment with alligator clips, which are often used …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County is collecting gently used items for an upcoming garage sale. Volunteers will be at the existing building on the new shelter property at 1048 S. CR 325E, Pierceton, between 9 a.m. and noon Saturday, April 27. Items will be used to sell in the garage sale …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Brayden Brayden is hard to miss with her thick red coat and dazzling blue eyes. She is a very happy and energetic one-year-old, spayed, female Husky mix. Her sturdy 40 pound frame makes …read more.

PIERCETON — The Pierceton Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that Paragon Medical has been selected as the April 2019 Business of the Month. The award was presented to Cory Colman, group vice-president, sales and marketing, life sciences, by Dawn Boggs, Bernadene Boggs, Georgia Tenney, and Susan Mort, representing the Pierceton Chamber of Commerce. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Pierceton man was arrested after police say he set a vehicle on fire because he owed money on it. Blake D. Dull, 24, 407 W. Elm St., Pierceton, is being charged with arson, a level 4 felony. On Sunday, April 7, an officer with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to a …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked into the Kosciusko County Jail:   Elkhart The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Detention Facility:

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Nevens Did you know that dogs can learn up to 165 words? They can even learn them in different languages. Nevens is a clever dog that knows simple commands in Spanish. He is …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 7:34 a.m. Friday, April 12, North SR 19, north of West CR 900N, Nappanee. Driver: Paul S. Brandon, 43, Elm Road, Bourbon. Brandon was traveling north on SR 19 when his vehicle went off the roadway, striking a utility pole. Damage up to …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Kendallville man was sentenced in Kosciusko Superior One Court today, April 11, after robbing the Pierceton Lake City Bank in October 2018. Jeffery Lee Brewer, 35, 403 N. Main St., Apt. A., Kendallville, was charged with robbery, a level 5 felony. On Oct. 6, 2018, an officer with the Pierceton Police Department …read more.

PIERCETON — After the Pierceton Town Council adjourned its meeting on Monday, April 8, Town Manager Chip Hill submitted his letter of resignation to council members. Hill, who has worked for the town for 22 years, read a brief letter to the council regarding his resignation. He told the council his reason for leaving was …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Red (Happy) If you’re happy and you know it, wag your tail. If you’re happy and you know it and you really want to show it, come meet Red. Red, nicknamed Happy, is a one-year-old, …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 7:52 a.m. Wednesday, April 3, 5500 block North CR 450E, Leesburg. James S. Moryl reported theft. A wakeboard and other items were stolen. Value: $460. 11:35 a.m. Tuesday, April 2, 7300 block East CR 500S, Pierceton. Pauline H. Hoover reported fraud. Value: $600. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Dark ¿Hablas español? Don’t worry. Dark is here to teach you all the Spanish he knows, like “sientate” (sit) and “quieto” (stay). Dark is a one-year-old, neutered, male Labrador mix. He is jet black with a …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Elkhart The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Detention Facility:

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Aries To celebrate the end of March, we’d like to introduce Aries. Aries is a one-year-old, neutered, male German Shepherd mix, weighing 57 pounds. He is a brown and black brindle pattern with cute floppy …read more.

PIERCETON — Rain on March 14 may have been cause for a few umbrellas, but it certainly wasn’t able to dampen the camaraderie of the much anticipated Lunch and Learn hosted by Whitko Community Schools. Students from Whitko Jr./Sr. High School’s FFA chapter served pulled pork meals, and as a special treat, the secret family …read more.

PIERCETON — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Leia The greatest leader of the Rebel Alliance is on a mission to end the tyranny of the Empire and to find her “furever” family. Leia is a one-year-old, spayed, female Redbone Coonhound and Beagle …read more.

WARSAW — A Pierceton woman was arrested after stealing a firearm from a residence. Jessica Rae Manns, 23, 8280 E. US 30, No. 45, Pierceton, is being charged with theft, a level 6 felony. On March 14, an officer with the Warsaw Police Department responded to a call for service regarding a suspicious person. A …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

WARSAW — A Pierceton woman was arrested after stealing a cellular device left behind at her place of work. Rachelle Elizabeth Blankenship, 22, 240 EMS R4 Lane, Pierceton, also showing an address of 120 E. Center St., Burket, is being charged with theft, a level 6 felony. On Dec. 19, 2018, an officer with the …read more.

PIERCETON — Communication among town employees was the focus of discussion at the Pierceton Town Council meeting Monday, March 11. Council Member Tom Barker addressed Town Marshal Tim Sammons and Town Manager Chip Hill about a police vehicle that was involved in an accident sometime in late January. Sammons told the council that an officer …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Thor Is that thunder? No, it’s Thor running up to greet you. Thor is a 10-month-old, neutered, male English Pointer mix. He is white with black spots and a black bandit’s mask, ready to steal …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Clyde Soulful-eyed Clyde curiously watches visitors from his kennel. This four-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier is a very handsome boy with blonde and white fur and copper eyes. He weighs 56 pounds and is also a …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 4:26 a.m. Monday, March 4, 1500 block West McElroy Drive, Warsaw. Avi Food Systems Inc. and Barry L. Sponseller reported theft from vehicles. Value: $2,500. 3:26 a.m. Monday, March 4, 12600 block South SR 13, North Manchester. Officers responded to a report of …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Elkhart The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Correctional Facility:

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. PJ Sparkles Just like the 90s cartoon she is named after, PJ Sparkles is wishing on a star for someone to love her. This sweet, one-year-old, spayed, female German Shepherd mix always greets …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Elkhart The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Detention Facility:

PIERCETON — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Twinkie Just call her the hostess with the mostest. It’s Twinkie! This blonde and cream girl is soft and fluffy on the outside with sweet goodness on the inside. Twinkie is a friendly, two-year-old, spayed, …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

CLAYPOOL — A man and woman were transported from a vehicle accident that occurred on CR 600S, near Packerton Road in Claypool, just before 6 p.m. today, Feb. 15. According to dispatch, one individual was bleeding from the head due to the accident. Both individuals were transported from the scene by Lutheran EMS. Kosciusko County …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 6:46 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, North Syracuse Webster Road, north of East Sunset Trail, North Webster. Driver: James M. Smith, 37, North CR 400E, Warsaw. Smith was traveling south on Syracuse Webster Road when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $2,500. …read more.

PIERCETON — A brief Pierceton Town Council meeting Monday, Feb. 11, focused on the continuing discussion of unsafe buildings in the town, while also tabling a discussion on land parcels for the council’s March meeting. In previous meetings, the council has discussed three properties in town limits that require repairs and alterations. Property owner Brad …read more.

Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Elkhart The following person was booked in the Elkhart County Detention Facility:

KOSCIUSKO — Pets of the Week are available at the Animal Welfare League, located at 3489 E. CR 100S, Pierceton. Wildboy Hello hello hello! I’m so glad to meet you. My name is Wildboy because I get a little excited to meet people and don’t always have the best manners. I love to jump and …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A Pierceton man was sentenced to nine years in the Indiana Department of Corrections in Kosciusko Circuit Court today, Feb. 4, in three different cases involving neglect of a dependent and methamphetamine. In the first case, Darren Jay Heinzman, 37, who has had addresses of 4409 E. CR 100S, Pierceton; and 9523 E. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 10:08 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29, West Old Road 30, west of North CR 350W, Warsaw. Driver: Brian K. Latislaw, 44, South 16th Street, Niles, Mich. Latislaw was traveling east on Old Road 30 when two deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $2,500. …read more.