MENTONE — The regular meeting of the Mentone Town Council has moved to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 5, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. The Mentone Town Council meets regularly at 6:30 p.m. the first Monday of each month.

INDIANA — Fireworks season has arrived and the State Fire Marshal is reminding all Hoosiers to be mindful of fireworks laws when celebrating this summer. “Fireworks can be very entertaining to watch but there are laws in place that are often overlooked when it comes to their usage,” said State Fire Marshal Jim Greeson. “We …read more.

Regular hours for the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles are being observed today, Friday, July 3. Kent Abernathy, Commissioner of the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles, announced all BMV license branches will be closed Saturday, July 4 through Monday, July 6 in observance of Independence Day. All branches resume regularly scheduled business hours on Tuesday, …read more.

Once a year, Turkey Creek/Syracuse firefighters get to start fires instead of dousing them at the annual Turkey Creek Firemen’s Barbecue at Station 1, 402 Huntington St., Syracuse. This year, starting at 10 a.m., July 4, the grill masters will be serving up pork chops, $6; half a chicken, $6 and corn on the cob, …read more.

To help ensure the safety of all motorists during this heavily traveled holiday, Indiana State Police will be participating in Operation C.A.R.E. (Combined Accident Reduction Effort) from Wednesday, July 3 through Sunday, July 7. Operation C.A.R.E. is a federally funded program and will allow more than 100 additional troopers to patrol area roadways in an attempt …read more.

A free shuttle is being offered from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, July 5, from Winona Lake’s holiday festivities to Warsaw, where First Friday will be in full swing (see related). Drop off and pick up points will be located at the post offices in Winona Lake and Warsaw. The shuttle will leave from Winona …read more.

Please note the following holiday closings and trash collection adjustments: Warsaw Please note that in observance of Independence Day, the City of Warsaw offices will be closed Thursday, July 4. Thursday’s trash pick-up will be on Friday, July 5. All other routes will remain the same Winona Lake  Please note that in observance of Independence …read more.

It’s almost time for the Fourth of July Celebration at Manchester University. The party kicks off at 8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 4, on the east side of the North Manchester campus with the Manchester Civic Band and other patriotic presentations. Free, kid-friendly activities, including glow sticks, kites and face paint, will help the whole family …read more.

Please note that in observance of Independence Day, the City of Warsaw offices will be closed Thursday, July 4. Thursday’s trash pick-up will be on Friday, July 5. All other routes will remain the same.

Looking for events to enjoy on the July 4th holiday weekend? We’ve compiled a list of events happening throughout Kosciusko County. Syracuse Syracuse will host the annual Flotilla Road Race at 8 a.m. Thursday, July 4. Registration will begin for the event at 8 a.m. at Lakeside Park. The Road Race features a 3.3 mile …read more.

In observance of Independence Day, all city of Warsaw offices and departments will be closed Wednesday, July 4. Wednesday’s trash route will be picked up on Thursday, July 5. All other routes remain the same. As a reminder, all trash needs to be out by 7 a.m., bagged and placed in a container no larger …read more.