KOSCIUSKO — The Salvation Army had three Angel of Hope trees in Warsaw this holiday season to collect items for Kosciusko families in crisis throughout the year. Trees were located at K-Mart, Winona Lake Free Methodist Church and the Warsaw Public Library according to Major Trish Welch, corps officer.   Donors take tags off the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Via Credit Union’s staff came together once again this year to support the needs of the community by raising $550 for the Salvation Army Angel Tree program, which provides gifts to children in need. “No matter what the cause, ViaCU staff is always willing and able to open their hearts and help those …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Rotary Club will celebrate the annual “Rotary Toy Day” at its meeting at noon Friday, Dec. 7, at the Shrine Building at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds. “The event was started in 1927 to support the outreach of The Salvation Army at Christmas,” said Ken Locke, chairman. “This year marks the 91st …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Rotary Club and The Salvation Army have maintained a close relationship for 97 years. Since 1921 when the SA “invaded” Warsaw, both groups have served “others” in need through depression, seasons of war and tough economic times. This has been a very busy year for The Salvation Army with people coming in …read more.

WARSAW — The Salvation Army will have orders ready for the annual fruit and nut sale held by the Women’s Auxiliary on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 15 and 16.  Orders may be picked up at Center Lake Pavilion, 119 E Canal St., Warsaw on those days from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fruit and nut …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.

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.

Seventeen-year-old Ken Locke was lured through the doors of the Salvation Army in 1975 by three enticements: volleyball, girls and food. “Not necessarily in that order,” he quipped. That began a 42-year involvement with the charitable organization that is still going strong. Locke began volunteering for the Salvation Army not long after his initial visit …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Salvation Army is wrapping up its 96th annual Christmas Campaign in Kosciusko.   Though the final numbers are not in, 135 families have been assisted with 376 children and teens helped through Angel Tree. Gifts were distributed to all the care facilities in the area and the Choice Pantry helped with food …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Rotary Club announced its annual total for Rotary Salvation Army Day by collecting $38,000 for The Salvation Army of Kosciusko County. The event was formed in 1965 by N. Bruce Howe to honor Brigadier Brice Phillipson for his longtime work for the organization.  “Bruce told us that a little under $1,000 was …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Salvation Army has instituted the Angel of Hope program as an outreach not only at Christmas but throughout the year to help individuals and families in need. The Angel of Hope program helps those who are striving to attain goals to improve their lives through the Pathway of Hope program or facing …read more.

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MD. — Bells will be ringing and George Hairston will be the joyful man to wish you happy holidays at the Flower Hill Giant Food Store in Gaithersburg.

KOSCIUSKO — The annual bell ringing drawing was held at Cox Studio to help kick off support of The Salvation Army and its holiday assistance.   Individuals and groups are encouraged to volunteer to ring by signing up at www.registertoring.com or call (574) 267-5361.  This is the 96th annual Christmas campaign in Kosciusko County held by …read more.

WARSAW — The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center, operated in Fort Wayne, has decided to remove collection boxes from Kosciusko County due to an increase in unusable items and stealing from those collection points. “Costs to haul items that can’t be used and even people dumping their trash has forced The Salvation Army to make …read more.

WARSAW — Major Bill Welch, Director of The Salvation Army in Kosciusko County reports that many people are asking how they can help those affected by disaster in Texas and Louisiana.  “First we are asking everyone to pray for those affected by the disaster,” he noted in a recent interview.  “If people want to help, …read more.

As Hurricane Harvey causes widespread damage across Texas and the Gulf area, The Salvation Army is providing physical, emotional and spiritual care to survivors and relief workers. Salvation Army disaster teams from across the country are serving and, even after disaster response efforts are over, The Salvation Army will remain in communities impacted by this …read more.

WARSAW —Scouting for Food will be held at 3 p.m.  this Saturday, Feb. 11 during the Grace Lancers men’s basketball game beginning at the MOCC in Winona Lake. All leaders and scouts who are in uniform and bring 2 cans of food will receive free admission to the game as Grace takes on the Spring …read more.

WARSAW – Merriam-Webster’s definition of a volunteer is “a person who voluntarily undertakes or expresses a willingness to undertake a service such as one who renders a service or takes part in a transaction while having no legal concern or interest.” Local resident Leroy Ray Rapp epitomizes this definition. Rapp worked as a teacher and …read more.

FORT WAYNE — It was a tough year for donations at the Salvation Army but with the help of two donors, thousands of people will be helped.

WARSAW —  Kosciusko Community Hospital held a food drive to assist those in need through the Salvation Army in Warsaw. Employees from KCH, Lutheran Health Physicians KMG, MedStat and Lutheran EMS Kosciusko participated in the food drive. Boxes were placed in all departments throughout the hospital and doctors’ offices then delivered to the Salvation Army. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Giving is one of the greatest parts of the Christmas season whether it be presents, cards or time. It is the time of year when communities and families come together despite all differences and put others before themselves.

WARSAW — The annual tradition of drawing for Salvation Army bell ringing dates by service clubs was held this morning, Nov. 30 at Cox Studio in Warsaw Service clubs represented at the drawing were Warsaw Rotary Club, Lake City Lion Club, Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club and the Warsaw Kiwanis Club. Not present was the Kosciusko …read more.

WARSAW — The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary is finalizing its annual fruit and nut sale. Fruit and nut items are still available for sale at Center Lake Pavilion in Warsaw from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m today, Nov. 17 and tomorrow Nov. 18. The annual sale supports the outreach of The Salvation Army to assist …read more.

WARSAW — A shortage of the Salvation Army food pantry led to an outpouring of giving from the community. A five to 10 percent increase of people frequenting the pantry for food, paired with an already-low amount of donations, led the Salvation Army to ask the community for help. The Salvation Army explained they only …read more.

WARSAW — In recognition of its faithful donors and to make the community more aware of the work of The Salvation Army, there will be an open house from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, May 12. The Corps. is located at 501 Arthur St., Warsaw. Refreshments will be served.

WARSAW — Break out your favorite cosplay and head to Chimp’s Comix, located at 919 E. Winona Ave., Warsaw, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, May 7, for the 15th year of Free Comic Book Day. While cosplay isn’t necessary, it is encouraged, just because it’s fun. Cosplay is the combined and shortened word …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Whitko’s Kennedy Krull is arranging a big event for next week’s softball game with Manchester.

WARSAW — May 9-14 is National Salvation Army week and on First Friday, May 6, they want to thank people for their support with a canteen, which will be serving donuts from military helmets like the “Donut Girls” did in World War I. There will also be a mannequin wearing the Donut Girl uniform for …read more.