Students in Jessica Long’s fifth grade class at Pierceton Elementary recently wrote persuasive essays on a charity that they felt passionate about. They had to research their charity and write a persuasive letter, which they would later present, on why the class should donate to their organization. To make a competition out of it, the …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Warsaw Performance Arts Center Wizard of Oz – Showings at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 14, and Saturday, Nov. 15, and a 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 16. …read more.

  An investigation has been completed of the fire that occurred at the Pierceton Feed Mill Thursday, Nov. 6 (see related). According to Gordon Baker, Chief of the Fire Investigation Team of Kosciusko County, based on the fire investigation conducted at the scene by the Fire Investigation Team, Indiana State Fire Marshal’s office and the …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 12:58 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9, EMS C24 Lane and EMS C24D Lane, Warsaw. Driver: Vanessa R.Holloway, 40, EMS T32 Lane, Leesburg. Deer hit. $2,500. 1:22 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 9, EMS T26 Lane, Leesburg. Driver: Ashley M. Martin, 31, EMS T36 Lane, Leesburg. Martin …read more.

UPDATE: At 7:25 p.m., Kosciusko County Dispatch announced that Pierceton Fire Department cleared the scene. At approximately 3:45 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 9, Pierceton Fire Department and other emergency personnel were called to a house on EMS R4E Lane, near the shore of Ridinger Lake, for a house fire. No Injuries were reported, and at time …read more.

At approximately 5:45 a.m Sunday, Nov. 9, emergency personnel were called to US 30 near 900 East for a single-vehicle automobile accident. A vehicle in the eastbound lane of US 30 exited the roadway on the shoulder, coming to a rest in a field near the road. The driver was transported to Lutheran Hospital. More …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 7:24 a.m. Friday, Nov. 7, SR 13 near E. 600 South, Pierceton. Drivers: Michael D. Shenefield, 59, 9th Street, North Manchester; Sandra S. Weaver, 58, EMS B7 Lane, Leesburg. Shenefield struck the rear of Weaver’s vehicle while attempting to pass it. Damage up …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Downtown Warsaw First Friday – 5 p.m., Friday, Nov. 7 Susie’s Bar and Grill Moonshine Alibi – 9:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 8 Lakeview Middle School Family Friendly Wrestling …read more.

Pierceton Fire Department responded to a reported rekindling of the fire at Pierceton Feed Mill that occurred this morning (see related). Light smoke is reportedly visible at the scene. Pierceton Fire Department was on-scene utilizing a hose to spray the mill from above.  

Kosciusko Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 7:32 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, 300 South near S. County Farm Road, Warsaw. Driver: Michael S. Shepard, 31, 750 W, Akron. Driver struck deer. No injuries reported. Damages: up to $5,000. 5:41 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, S Packerton Road near E. SR …read more.

RELATED: Fire Reportedly Rekindles At Pierceton Feed Mill [weaver_youtube cGkG0VZIrgU rel=8]     Trains with CF & E are back running through Pierceton after being halted while firefighters battled the blaze at the former Pierceton Feed Mill. Rail officials also were said to have inspected the scene to ensure safety for train traffic to resume. …read more.

Katie Caroline Hoffert, 19, Pierceton, died at 7:37 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, at the home of her aunt, following a long struggle with cystic fibrosis. She was born on May 22, 1995, at Minot Air Force Base in Minot, N.D., to Peter Michael Hoffert and Wonnie Lynn Shafer. She moved to Kosciusko County in March …read more.

Claypool Officers with the Claypool Police Department investigated the following accident: 6:39 a.m. Friday, Oct. 31, South SR 19 north of West CR 900N, Akron. Driver: Cory W. Rogers, 27, East 18th Street, Rochester. Hit deer. Damage up to $5,000. Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 7:09 p.m. Friday, …read more.

A complete list of Halloween/Fall events can be found here. Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Kosciusko County Fairgrounds Soul Taker’s Acres – 8-11 p.m., Friday, Oct. 31, and 8 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, …read more.

Indiana Conservation Officers responded to calls for help in the area of 1200 North 400 East around 6:30 tonight in Pierceton. Richard Dixon, 67, Warsaw, just finished his hunt. As he climbed down from his tree stand, the stand collapsed and he fell. Dixon was able to use his cell phone to call for help. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 7:47 p.m. Monday, Oct. 27, North CR 300W, south of West CR 500N, Warsaw. Driver: Aimee M. Hagg, 40, North Bobwhite Drive, Warsaw. Deer hit. Damage up to $5,000. 6:51 p.m. Monday, Oct. 27, Old Road 30E and CR 100N, Warsaw. Driver: Angela …read more.

James D. Clark, 62, of Pierceton, passed away Sunday, Oct. 26, 2014, at his brother’s home. He was born on June 10, 1952, in Harlan County, Ky., to Oscar Howard and Grace Ellen (Cody) Clark. He and his family moved from Kentucky to South Whitley in 1972. He had worked at Dalton, Carey Construction and …read more.

A complete list of Halloween/Fall events can be found here. Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Kosciusko County Fairgrounds Soul Taker’s Acres – 8-11 p.m., Friday, Oct. 24, and 8 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, …read more.

At 4:45 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, Indiana Conservation Officer Tyler Brock reported to the scene of an ATV rollover located at 35 EMS B5 Lane, Leesburg. Upon arrival, the driver was regaining consciousness, but was disoriented. The driver of the ATV has been identified as David Walker, 51, of Warsaw. According to officials, Walker was traveling …read more.

Suzanne Kinney, 70, of 5331 E. Old Road 30, Pierceton, was booked at the Kosciusko County Jail for forgery on Tuesday, Oct. 21. Kinney’s charges are the result of a July incident involving the title information of a 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee automobile. According to the victim, she had traveled to Hudson to live a …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 9:53 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 19, West CR 900S west of South CR 500W, Silver Lake. Driver: Mia K. McHaffey, 17, West Warren Avenue, Silver Lake. McHaffery was adjusting the radio in her car and was unable to stop at a stop sign. She …read more.

By DARLA MCCAMMON Lakeland Art Association This week we will continue with our discussion about how art can be a part of your investment portfolio and may often provide some generous returns. Tip 6 Be persistent. Thoroughly investigate art in the fund you are considering. For example, some new millennial artists like Parker Ito, or …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 8:43 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17, SR 13 near 800 North, North Webster. Driver: Crystal D. Gilbert, 30, Pickwick Drive, Syracuse. Driver struck deer. Damages: up to $5,000 1:47 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17, 250 East near US 30, Warsaw. Drivers: Jose A. Nunez, 40, …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 10:23 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, 9500 block South CR 750W, Claypool. William D. Cloud reported a battery. 9:23 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, 2700 block East Bucher Drive, Syracuse. Jodi Kay McClain reported a criminal trespass. 1:17 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15, 3500 block …read more.

When thinking of spending time outdoors in Kosciusko County, Indiana, many may think of the abundant lakes and fish, the deer and forest animals scurrying across the roads or maybe even the occasional coyote. Very few would likely question whether a formidable mountain lion was skulking around in the darkness on their properties. For an …read more.

I complete list of Halloween/Fall events can be found here. Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Kosciusko County Fairgrounds Soul Taker’s Acres – 8-11 p.m., Friday, Oct. 17, and 8 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims
 The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Allen Collections v. Taven T. Williams, Warsaw, $945.79 Erie Insurance Exchange v. Derrick Carlson, Warsaw, $2,028.79 Chizek Transport Inc., Newton, Wisc., $1,525 Matthew S. Warren, Columbia, S.C., …read more.

Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals, during its regular monthly meeting Tuesday in Warsaw, approved a petition by Dustin Hurt for an exception to allow an existing semi trailer to be used for tire storage. The property is located on Third Street, south of Market Street in Pierceton. But the petition was only approved for …read more.

(EDITOR’S NOTE: This list will continue to be added to as events and community trick-or-treat times are submitted. To submit your fall/Halloween event, email [email protected]) Trick-or-Treat Times Thursday, Oct. 30 Nappanee – 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31 Akron – 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Argos – 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Atwood – …read more.

I complete list of Halloween/Fall events can be found here. Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Warsaw City Hall Plaza ExtravaBandza – 1-10 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 11 Kosciusko County Fairgrounds Soul Taker’s Acres – …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 12:22 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, West CR 400N, west of Wallace Road, Warsaw. Driver: Bethany C. Shively, 23, North County Line Road, Etna Green. Hit deer. Damage up to $10,000. 8:25 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 8, South CR 1000W, north of CR 900S, …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims
 The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Amber Chavez v. Crystal Long, Warsaw, $1,298 Jason Robertson, Warsaw, $1,298 Arthur H. McGinness v. Chad E. and Michelle Harter, Warsaw, $3,198.95 Communitywide Federal Credit Union v. …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incident: 9:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 6, 3900 block of South CR 600E, Pierceton. Louis D. Reimer Jr., reported a rifle and handgun missing from his shop on his property. Value: $975. Warsaw Police Department Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated …read more.

Michael A. Turner, 45, 1116 Dill Ave., Linden, N.J., is behind bars in Kosciusko County on $20,000 cash bond. He was booked Saturday. Turner is facing charges of forgery and fraud of a financial institution, class C felonies; theft and identity deception, class D felonies. The charges were filed on Aug. 13. The affidavit of …read more.

By DARLA MCCAMMON Lakeland Art Association Is buying art as an investment a risky business? Yes, you bet. And a bet it is, as almost all investing means taking a risk. This week and next we will provide some tips-but no guarantees-about such investing. There are opportunities for growth and gain but there are always …read more.

Mary Ellen Mowrey, 94, of Pierceton, Ind., passed away at 4:32 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Millers Merry Manor, Warsaw, Ind. On May 6, 1920, she was born in Wabash County, Ind., to Ralph and Esther (Smuck) Hawkins. She was united in marriage to John F. Mowrey on Aug. 22, 1941, who preceded her …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 6:20 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 1, West SR 25 and South CR 800W, Mentone. Driver: Kerry J. Phillips, 43, South CR 1000W, Mentone. Phillips’ vehicle struck a deer. Damage up to $2,500. North Webster Police Department Officers with the North Webster …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Downtown First Friday – 5-9 p.m., Friday, Oct. 3 Kosciusko County Fairgrounds Soul Taker’s Acres – 8-11 p.m., Friday, Oct. 3, and 8 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, Oct.4 …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims
 The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: 30 West Auto v. Fredrick Osburn, Pierceton, $535 Canterbury House Apartments v. Kari Brown, Warsaw, $2,401.90 David Unhoch v. Ambrotin Arnold, Mentone, $123.04 Veronica Flores, Warsaw, $123.04 …read more.

Shari L. Church, 51, of Pierceton, Ind., passed away unexpectedly at 3:40 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 28, 2014, in her home. Shari was born April 17, 1963, in Wabash, Ind., to Michael Eugene and Judy Ann (Cordill) Goble. She moved from Huntington, Ind., to Kosciusko County, Ind. On April 8, 1982, she and Thomas E. Church …read more.

Trueman Owen Bell Jr., 91, of Pierceton, Ind., passed away at 12:55 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 26, 2014, at Millers Merry Manor in Warsaw, Ind. He was born on July 22, 1923, in Fort Wayne, Ind., to Trueman Owen and Lela Merle (Barger) Bell Sr. He graduated in 1941 from Ossian High School, was a United …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Oak & Alley/Three Crowns Coffee Jazz Night with Shaken Not Stirred – 9 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 26 Warsaw Performing Arts Center Bluegrass Gathering – 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department  Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Thursday, Sept. 25, 3:23 a.m. N. 175 East near E. 1150 North, Syracuse. Driver: Nathanael C. Brady, 22, EMS D18 A1 Lane, Syracuse. Brady failed to turn at a “T” intersection, drove off the road and collided with trees. No …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department  Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Tuesday, Sept. 23, 4:47 a.m. SR 13 near Old Road 30, Pierceton. Driver: David M. Manuszak, 25, 125 South, Pierceton. Driver struck deer. Damages: up to $1,000 Warsaw Police Department
 Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following …read more.

Come and join your friends, neighbors and new friends you have not yet met as Atwood Christian Fellowship celebrates the harvest season with a corn roast and carry-in on Sunday, Sept. 28, at 883 South 900 East, Pierceton. Fresh sweet corn, fixed a very special way and meat will also be provided. If possible, bring …read more.

Shawnee LaKay Elder, 32, Warsaw, passed away at 8:02 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18, 2014, in Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne. Arrangements are currently pending at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Pierceton.

Betty F. Fisher, 73, of Pierceton, Ind., passed away at 12:53 p.m.  Thursday, Sept. 18, 2014, in her home. Betty was born June 12, 1941 in Ellison, Ky., to William and Lula Mae (McCane) Rutherford. She and Larry Fisher were joined in marriage June 2, 1960, in Pierceton. Betty lived most of her life in Kosciusko …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Danny’s Sports Bar DJ Sparky Boss – 10 p.m., Friday, Sept. 19 Josh and Dustin Castle Band – 10 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 13 Barbee Hotel Karaoke – 9:30 …read more.

Rusty Nail Crossing, a Bluegrass Gospel Band, will present a free music concert at First Baptist Church of Pierceton on Sept. 21 at 10:15 a.m. as part of the church’s annual Friend Day. The public is invited to attend. A love offering will be taken. First Baptist Church is located at 208 W. Market Street …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims
 The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: 30 West Auto v. Brian C. McMaster, Claypool, $4,542 Chad and Rita Sellers, Rochester, $4,062 Allen Collections v. Mike Howard, Macy, $1,608.15 Dental Health PC v. Willie …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department  Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Wednesday, Sept. 17, 6:46 p.m. E. 200 North near SR 13, Pierceton. Driver: Nicholas J. Lawrence, 31, Evergreen Drive, Warsaw. Driver struck deer. Damages: up to $5,000 Warsaw Police Department
 Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following …read more.

Eileen T. Ames nee O’Leary, 89, of Pierceton, Ind., formerly of Midlothian, Ill., passed away Sept. 6, 2014. She was the beloved wife of the late Victor Ames. She is survived by her children: Robert (Jill) Ames, Thomas Ames, Susan (Larry) Gerke, Keith (Felicia) Ames and Kathy (Larry) Sargis; 12 grandchildren: and 9 great-granchildren. Funeral …read more.

Ada Ruth Meredith, 101, Cottage Grove, Minn., formally of Pierceton, Ind., passed away on Aug. 11, 2014, at White Pines Assisted Living, Cottage Grove, Minn. There will be a graveside service at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, at Hillcrest Cemetery, Pierceton, with Chaplain Bob Jarboe of Kosciusko Home Care and Hospice officiating. McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel …read more.

The 2014 Annual Forestry Field day, a multi-county event, will take place on Saturday, Sept. 20 in Kosciusko County at the Gary Dillon property. It will take place from 9 a.m. to noon, with a program focused on traditional forestry management practices. Featured speakers will include: Bruce Wakeland, consultant forester, speaking on Tree Planting and …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department  Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Sunday, Sept. 14, 9:21 a.m. E. 900 South near Packerton Road, Warsaw. Driver: Stephen L. Metzger, 21, 650 East, Pierceton. Driver struck deer. Damages: $5,000 Saturday, Sept. 13, 10:05 a.m. Fifth Street near Elm Street, Pierceton. Driver: Joshua L. Denlinger, …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Central Park Family Safety Day – 11 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 13 Warsaw Performing Arts Center Symphony of the Lakes’ Pops Concert – 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 13, Tickets …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims
 The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Allen Collections v. Mike Howard, Macy, $1,608.15 Firstsource Financial Solutions v. Rebecca Kuhn, Pierceton, $254.84 Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Michael J. Dennin, Claypool, $5,873.24 Zebulen T. Dotson, …read more.

Kosciusko County The following individuals were recently booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Sept. 9, 2014 Christy Yavonne Ousley, 39, 723 E. Market Street, Warsaw, arrested for OWI with prior. Bond: $12,000 Robert Bradley Wade, 24, 11899 W. 350 South, Pierceton, arrested for driving while suspended. Bond: $300 cash Lucas Slate Pierce, 31, 9687 S. …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department  Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Tuesday, Sept. 9, 11:54 a.m. US 30 near S. 900 East, Pierceton. Driver: Gregory N. Little, 54, Harding Ave., Flossmoor, Ill. Driver struck deer. Damages: $10,000 Tuesday, Sept. 9, 10:40 a.m. E. 200 North near Boeing Road, Warsaw. Driver: Marc …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Downtown Warsaw First Friday – 5-9 p.m., Friday, Sept. 5 Wagon Wheel Theatre Rent– showing from Tuesday, Sept. 2, to Saturday, Sept. 7, admission is $16 to $34, …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims
 The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Blackford Law Office v. Gayle Allen, Milford, $1,157 Dorothy Adkins v. James and Kristi Loftus, Warsaw, $4,225 Joel Comino v. Sherry Blair, Etna Green, $1,889 Christopher Steinert, …read more.

When 19-year-old Kelsea McDonald decided a four-year college degree just wasn’t in the cards, she made the decision to turn her passion into her business instead. That passion is refurbishing antique and vintage furniture to give them a second life. McDonald was introduced to antiques by her parents, who raised her in an 1860s Warsaw …read more.

Emergency personnel are currently responding to an accident just east of Pierceton on US 30. According to reports, one individual has reportedly sustained a head injury and is being assisted by Pierceton First Responders on scene. Traffic is backed up at this time and drivers are advised to avoid the area. Further information will be …read more.

Viola Alice (Jones) Zorn, 84 of Pierceton, Ind., passed away at 5 a.m. on Aug. 25, 2014, in her residence. She was born to Andrew Frank and Lula Vernice (Hand) Jones in Kewanee, Ill., on March 12, 1930. She was the seventh of nine children. On Oct. 26, 1946, she married Chester S. Zorn of …read more.

Roberta J. Grable, 80, of Pierceton, Ind., passed away at 9:10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 23, 2014, in her residence. She was born May 13, 1934, in Warsaw, Ind., to Ora Robert and Ruth Virginia (Sellers) Danner. She was united in marriage to Heber “Bud” Grable Jr. on Nov. 15, 1975, in Michigan. He preceded her in …read more.

Kosciusko County The following individuals were recently booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Aug. 21, 2014 Tyler Neil Richardson, 21, 422 Apache Dr., Peru, arrested for illegal possession of alcohol. Bond: $300 cash Todd Alan Kinch, 49, 301 S. Washington St., Pierceton, arrested for possession of precursors by a meth offender. Bond: $2,000 surety Leslie …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Central Park Bel Airs – 7 p.m., Friday, Aug. 22 Wagon Wheel Theatre The Marvelous Wonderettes – showing from Wednesday, Aug. 13, to Saturday, Aug. 23, admission is $16 to …read more.

The Heirloom Tomato Festival is a celebration supporting: “Farm to Table,” “Eating Naturally Grown Foods,” “Buying Local,” “Sustainable Agriculture and Community.” An extraordinary exhibit of approximately 100 varieties of heirloom tomatoes featuring a rainbow of colors, shapes and sizes exemplifying gardens past. The festival offers free samplings of “Tomato Fancies” inside the Depot from 11 …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accident: Wednesday, Aug. 20, 12:59 p.m. Packerton Road, Claypool. Drivers: Garla M. Taylor, 85, Sunset Drive, North Manchester; and Roberta L. Grizzle, 37, West 3rd Street, North Manchester. Damages: up to $2,500 Wednesday, Aug. 20, 7:05 a.m. West Lake Street …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims
 The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Canterbury House Apartments v. Amber Yohe, Warsaw, $2,359.64 Glen Ruch v. Terry Cassidy, Nappanee, $1,586 Hazel Schultz v. James T. Bennett, Osceola, $1,694 Michael Pavlick v. Jim …read more.

With Pierceton Fire Department out on a medical call, firefighters of the Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory responded to a vehicle fire at CRs 350 South and 450 East just before 3 p.m. today. Kyle Miller was driving the RV when, he tells our reporter, the vehicle died at the intersection of the two county roads. Miller was …read more.

Charles K. “Chuck” Litsey, 75, of Pierceton, Ind., passed away at 9:25 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2014, in his residence. He was born Oct. 9, 1938, in Frankton, Ind., to Samuel and Madge (Hays) Litsey. He was united in marriage to Betty L. Ousley on June 28, 1987, who survives. Chuck was an owner-operator truck …read more.

Kosciusko County The following individuals were recently booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Aug. 17, 2014 Karan Pankaj Mehta, 23, 1601 E. Ft. Wayne Street, Warsaw, arrested for OWI with a BAC of .08 to .14. Bond: $550 cash. Jeremy Allen Garber, 41, 71 E. South Street, Milford, arrested for habitual traffic violator. Bond: $5,000 …read more.

James H. Slone, 42, passed away in his home on Thursday, Aug. 14, 2014, in Pierceton, Ind. On Jan. 13, 1972, James was born to Harry D. and Virginia Kay (Meadows) Slone in Oberlin, Ohio. He was a lifetime resident of Kosciusko County. James worked at Grace Village Retirement Community, Winona Lake, Ind., in the …read more.

Jane Miller, 76, of Pierceton, Ind., passed away at 6:10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 15, 2014, in Parkview Oaks, Columbia City, Ind. She was born Feb. 6, 1938, to Merl and Violet (Plew) Wolfe in Warsaw, Ind. She was a lifetime residence of Whitley and Kosciusko counties. She married Bub Miller on Sept. 12, 1955, in …read more.

Ada Ruth Meredith, 101, of Pierceton, Ind., passed away Aug. 11, 2014. She was born in Pierceton on May 2, 1913, the daughter of Albert and Edith (Menzie) Leifer. She was formerly of Traverse City, Mich., and Orland Park, Ill. She graduated from Pierceton High School and nursing school in Chicago, Ill. She enjoyed traveling, …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Central Park Meet the Beatles – 7 p.m., Friday, Aug. 8 Wagon Wheel Theatre And Then There Were None – showing from Wednesday, July 30, to Saturday, Aug. 9, …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims
 The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Centennial Cellular Tri-State v. Crystal Kleckner, Gridley, Ill., $2,485.91 Colliers Heating and Air Conditioning v. Jessica Dye, Warsaw, $209 Grill Korner, Warsaw, $551 Joanne M. Koble v. …read more.

Bonnie Lou (Adkins) Sexton, 71, of Pierceton, Ind., passed away at 10:22 p.m. Monday, Aug. 4, 2014, in Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne, Ind. On July 12, 1943, Bonnie was born in McDowell, Floyd County, Ky., to Cecil and Gladys “Pet” (Osborne) Adkins. She was united in marriage to Ronnie Sexton on July 11, …read more.

The Kosciusko Chamber conducted a ribbon cutting at Retrospect in Pierceton on Thursday, July 31. Retrospect carries vintage and antique items as well as custom lighting. Their hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, and 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays. Visit Retrospect at 105 N. First St., Pierceton, or …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Sunday, Aug. 3, 10:33 p.m. Sharrone Jones reported a theft from her home in the 10000 block of North Turkey Creek Road, Syracuse. Saturday, Aug. 2, 10:49 p.m. A traffic stop was made in the 4900 block of North …read more.

Fidel H. Moran, 90, of Pierceton, Ind., passed away surrounded by loving family at 7:45 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 2, 2014, at his residence. He was born on April 24, 1924, in San Antonio, Texas, to Pablo Moran Sr. and Rita (Hernandez) Moran. On May 26, 1950, he was married to Belia (Mendoza) Moran who survives …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw First Friday – Art in Action, downtown Warsaw from 5-9 p.m., on Friday, Aug. 1 Central Park Family Carnival – 6-9 p.m., Friday, Aug. 1. Children’s entertainment, games, face …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims
 The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Blackford Law Office v. Chayla, Christina and Shaun Conwell, Warsaw, $1,264 Chasity and Christopher Pauwels, Milford, $2,756.09 Capital Alliance Financial v. Aron D. Leininger, Akron, $3,251.76 Matthew …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Central Park Alligator Blackbird – 6 p.m., Friday, July 25, free Central Park Concert series Wagon Wheel Theatre Fiddler on the Roof – showing from Wednesday, July 16, to …read more.

Kosciusko County The following individuals were recently booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: July 19, 2014 Keith Dee Hunter, 57, 1624 Fletcher, Indianapolis, arrested for OWI with a prior conviction or a BAC of .15 percent or more. Bond: $750 cash July 18, 2014 Christopher Jason Goble, 41, 1245 S. U.S. 30, Wolf Lake, arrested …read more.

PIERCETON – In an effort to cater to a different audience, Little Bighorn Golf Course is looking to branch out a little with its offering of products. Course owner Dale Custer wants to reach out to the non-golfers and those looking to get back into the game but may be a little rusty. The course …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Central Park Jo Dee Messina – 6 p.m., Friday, July 18, free Country Concert Wagon Wheel Theatre Fiddler on the Roof – showing from Wednesday, July 16, to Saturday, July …read more.

Pre-registration is available online for all students currently enrolled in any Whitko Community School. Parents are encouraged to pre-register their children for the 2014-2015 school year. To pre-register, go to the following link: Whitko Registration. The link is also available on the Whitko Web Page and on Facebook. The computer lab at all buildings will …read more.

The July 4th holiday weekend celebration resulted in felony sexual battery charges against a Chicago man accused of inappropriate conduct with an autistic girl. Indiana State Police investigated the incident that happened July 4 in a public pool at Jellystone Park in Pierceton. According to the probable cause affidavit filed in the case, Marco Antonio-Jasso …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Kosciusko County Community Fairgrounds Kosciusko County Community Fair – all day through Saturday. Grandstand events include: KOI Drag Racing, 7:30 p.m., Thursday, July 10. Admission is $10 for …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department
 Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incident: Monday, July 7, 7:15 p.m. Leaving the scene of an accident reported at the 1800 block of Sharon Street in Warsaw. Sunday, July 6, 11:57 p.m. Missing person reported from 100 block of EMS C19C Lane in Warsaw. Sunday, …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department
 Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Monday, July 7, 8:02 a.m. Main Street near Detroit Street, Warsaw. Drivers: Kathryn L. Potthoff, 46, East 150 North, Grovertown; Robert W. Long, 59, Lakewood Avenue, Warsaw. Potthoff ran a red light and collided with Long. Damages: up to …read more.

The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce conducted a ribbon cutting at My Red Moon Curiosities & Collectibles located at 806 N. First Street in Pierceton. My Red Moon Curiosities & Collectibles features over 12,000 square feet of an eclectic mix of antiques, home decor, art, indoor and outdoor furniture. It serves as a local and regional …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event(s) added to the list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. A list of Fourth of July events can be found here. Warsaw Kosciusko County Community Fairgrounds Battle of the Bands – 10 a.m. Friday, July 4. Admission is $5. Concessions …read more.

Jack Dean Knapp, 52, 8280 East U.S. 30, was arrested on July 1 on charges of child molestation, fondling or touching of a child under the age of 14. According to the probable cause affidavit from the Kosciusko County Prosecutor’s Office, on June 30, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officer Shawn Castillo was dispatched to Kosciusko …read more.

Small Claims
 The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: American Express Bank v. Marilyn A. Collins, Warsaw, $4,940 Anthony Wayne Credit Adjusters v. Executive Moving Systems HRO, Warsaw, $1,602.05 Bryan Conley v. Brittany Wright, Warsaw, $4,951.89 Centennial Cellular Tri-State v. Paul Gabbard, Warsaw, $1,908.70 Krista …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incident: Tuesday, July 1, 8:30 p.m. Phone scam reported at 6000 block of South 700 East in Pierceton. Tuesday, July 1, 12:48 p.m. Theft reported at 300 block Levi Lee Road in Warsaw. North Webster Police Department Officers of the …read more.

Kosciusko County Head Start is excited to announce a new preschool classroom opening in Pierceton Elementary for the 2014-2015 school year. KCHS provides a 6 hour day, Monday through Thursday for children ages 3-5, led by a qualified teacher and two teaching assistants. Breakfast, lunch and a snack are provided. It is an income-based program at no …read more.

Vinay Tikka tees from the second hole at Little Bighorn Golf Course, which is the only elevated “cliff” shot in the county. This feature is the sixth installment of a series of reviews for golf courses in the Kosciusko County area. PIERCETON – Little Bighorn Golf Course, by far, is the most serene course we …read more.