Memorial Day celebrations were limited this year due to COVID-19 and current social distancing restrictions, but each of the local American Legion posts met at area cemeteries to remember those who have served their country. While there were no parades held this year in Milford, North Webster or Syracuse, the community still gathered at each of the area cemeteries to remember and honor those who have died Monday, May 25.

NORTH WEBSTER —  As it has the reputation of doing, the North Webster community is rallying around one of its own. The benefit bash for Mike Nave will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at the North Webster American Legion Post 253, 756 S. SR 13. The public is invited to attend. The …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A group of scurvy dogs that get crazy once a year on the waters, do it for a reason. It’s all possible because of these folks called “pirates” locals and lakers too. Recently, these pirates rolled into the North Webster American Legion Post 253, not looking for any lost treasures, but to …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Steve and Sue Ward, North Webster, will be celebrating 40 years of marriage. Steve Ward and Sue Holzinger were married June 10, 1979, at St. Martin DePorres Church with Rev. Kenneth Sarrazine officiating. The Wards are the owners of Sue’s Creations Floral and Gift Shop in North Webster and have been the …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster residents were undeterred by the cloudy skies and set out to view the Memorial Day Parade, creating a large turnout. Observers immediately began following behind the tail-end of the parade to the North Webster Cemetery for the ceremony. American Legion Post 253 spoke about the true meaning of Memorial Day, …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Sportsman’s Night at the North Webster American Legion Post 253 is just days away. The event will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 23. Doors open at 4 p.m. for all ticket holders. Don’t have a ticket yet? Only 400 tickets will be sold and there are still a …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster American Legion Post 253 honored its Junior Sharp Shooters Team before practice Wednesday, Feb. 20, at the Legion. Formed four years ago, the group has grown from four members to nine with another joining soon. Jon Custer is the director and Joe Sunday is the assistant director. Certificates were presented …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster American Legion Post 253 observed Veterans Day, Sunday, Nov. 11, with several events honoring those Americans, past and present, who have served in the armed forces. Among the events was a Quilts of Valor presentation; 10 veterans were presented with handmade quilts in honor of their service. This year also …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster American Legion Post 253 will be hosting several events this weekend. The Quarter Paddle Auction will start at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, at the Legion. Pre-sale tickets are $5 or $7 at the door. Food will be available and the event is open to the public. The public is …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Town Council was visited by three people asking questions about a variety of town issues. Representing the North Webster American Legion Post 253 were the Legion’s CFO Don Coverstone and Tracey Sleighter, general manager. Local resident Larry Kinsey was following up on issues he brought to the council last month. …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce chose North Webster American Legion Post 253 as the business of the month for July 2018. It is home to not only the American Legion Post but also to the Sons of the American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary. These organizations are involved in …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Members of American Legion Post 253 were busy this Memorial Day morning. Cemetery services were held at Thorn, Salem and Mock cemeteries honoring the fallen soldiers who were laid to rest there. A ceremony was also held at the post. A parade was then held featuring the post’s color guard, North Webster’s …read more.

SYRACUSE — Die hard motorcyclists braved the 44 degree temperatures with 12 mile per hour winds to participate in the Second Annual Fallen Rider Memorial Ride this morning, Saturday, April 14.

KOSCIUSKO — Members of the American Legion Post 253 in North Webster recently presented a donation in the amount of $809.25 to the Kosciusko County Community Foundation for the KC Riley Kids Fund. The donation was made in memory of past American Legion member, Mike Elwood, who passed away after battling cancer. The donation was …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER—American Legion Post 253 led the Memorial Day Parade in North Webster Monday morning, May 29. The North Webster Cub Scouts and Boys Scouts followed into North Webster Cemetery along with the Wawasee Middle School band.

[weaver_youtube rGk6Z3gFl-s rel=0]   SYRACUSE — It was a perfect day for a motorcycle ride. The parking lot at Chubbies Pub & Grub, Syracuse, was filled with motorcycles of every make and model Saturday morning, April 15, for the Fallen Rider Memorial Ride. Riders from all over the area arrived at 10 a.m. for registration …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — With the news the North Webster American Legion Post 253 was no longer serving food or having the kitchen open after Wednesday, July 13, the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce voted to move its general monthly meeting to its new, larger office inside the Tippecanoe Township Building. Members can bring their own lunch to the meeting.

Milford Lizard’s Bar  9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 19, Karaoke with Chris Cage Gunslinger will preform Saturday, Feb. 20. No cover charge. American Legion Post 253 North Webster 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 19, Short Term Memories. Silver Lake The Silver Inn Reckon will be playing at 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 20. No cover charge. To have …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce ended 2015 by sharing information about upcoming events, promotions and activities in 2016 at the general membership meeting held Monday, Dec. 14, at the North Webster American Legion Post 253.

North Webster American Legion Post 253 presented a check for $7,600 to the Cancer Care Fund of Kosciusko County Monday evening, Nov. 30. The proceeds were from Kay’s Cruise for Cancer and Memorial Benefit Weekend held July 11-13, in memory of Kay Kyler. The Cancer Care Fund representatives were also given memorial donations received by …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The North Webster American Legion was presented an American Flag during the Veterans Day celebration. ATC Christopher Dixon, Chief Aviation Electronics Technician and active service man presented the flag to Post Commander Jeff Spickelmier.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster American Legion Post 253 spent Nov. 11 honoring all veterans. The Legion Color Guard led by Elyse Hardin and Post 253 Commander Jeff Spickelmier conducted ceremonies at several local cemeteries to remember the fallen military service men and women. The Post provided approximately 300 free lunches of ham and beans with …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Elections of board members highlighted the general meeting of the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce Monday, Oct. 12, at American Legion Post 253.

NORTH WEBSTER — Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary Club’s Rocktober Fest is roaring into North Webster Saturday, Oct. 17, bringing with it popular band The Why Store. Stop by from 6 p.m. until closing at the American Legion Post 253, 756 S. SR 13, North Webster, for a rocking evening, good food and to show support for the North Webster and Syracuse food pantries.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Heart of the Harvest Fall Festival is off to a great start this afternoon, Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Mermaid Festival fairgrounds. Families from around the local communities are joining in the fun until 4 p.m. today.

North Webster Heart of the Harvest Fall Festival will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Mermaid Festival Grounds it was announced at the general meeting of the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce Monday, Aug. 10.

Dixie Day is on the way all day Saturday, July 25. It is sponsored by the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce and President Sue Ward, Sue’s Creations, asked for more volunteer participation from members at the Monday, July 13, general meeting in the North Webster American Legion, Post 253.

North Webster American Legion Post 253 is sponsoring a three day event to benefit the Cancer Care Fund of Kosciusko County from Friday, July 10, through Sunday, July 12. It is the third annual Post 253 Cancer Cruise weekend.

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North Webster American Legion Post 253 will hold Memorial Day services and parade Monday, May 25. Legion members and the honor guard will be at Thorn Cemetery at 9 a.m.; Salem Cemetery at 9:30 a.m.; Mock Cemetery at 10 a.m.; and Post 253 at 10:30 a.m. A parade will begin at the downtown stoplight at …read more.

Ready to break out of cabin fever and beat the winter doldrums? Tickets are still available for the North Webster American Legion Post 253 first ever Sportsman’s Night. The event is scheduled from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, at the Legion, 756 S. SR 13. The public is invited but a ticket is necessary …read more.

By TRINA HOY Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kosciusko County American Legion Post 253 recently held a match event for the community based Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kosciusko County at their facility in North Webster. The event was a huge success, and tons of fun, and included 10 community based “Little” and their “Bigs” …read more.

Approval and signing of the annual inter local agreement with Kosciusko County highlighted the Tuesday evening meeting of the North Webster Town Council at the North Webster Community Center. The agreement continues cooperation in reporting data on police activity and other services. After input from several citizens, the town is looking into what is involved …read more.

Michael D. Helm, national commander of the American Legion, visited North Webster American Legion Post 253 Tuesday afternoon as part of a state tour. The tour began earlier in the day at  Marion. Helm addressed local and area Legion members with words of encouragement and support for their efforts to help military veterans. Helm’s next stop will be …read more.

North Webster American Legion Post 253 will host a Pizza Buffet from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15. Cost of the meal is $7 per person and includes an all you can eat meal. The legion is located at SR 13 in North Webster.  

Veterans Day is on Monday, but the Marine Corps is celebrating its 238 anniversary on Sunday, Nov. 10. In honor of that, the American Legion Post 253 in North Webster will be hosting an party. “As a younger veteran I look to the older guys, and I thought we needed to celebrate them more,” says …read more.

North Webster American Legion Post 253 will host a pizza buffet from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday Nov. 17. The buffet will cost $7 per person and is all you can eat. The event will be at the legion located on SR 13 South, North Webster.  

North Webster American Legion Post 253 held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, Sept. 17, to celebrate the installation of two new automatic doors recently installed at the post. The new doors will make it a lot easier for our handicapped veterans and our handicapped visitors to enter the post. The post received grants from Mutual …read more.

North Webster American Legion Post 253 held Memorial Day services as scheduled in all of the town’s local cemeteries, except North Webster. That service was held inside the gym at the North Webster Community Center. The service featured a moving musical tribute to fallen heroes by Russ Chandler, along with members of Post 253, Sons …read more.

Friday afternoon, North Webster American Legion Post 253 presented an American flag to Wawasee High School. It is now hanging on the wall on the east end of the cafeteria. Presenting the flag from the legion were Ken Wilson, Post 253 commander; and Bob Harding, adjutant for Post 253. Accepting the flag on behalf of …read more.