Last Friday, July 31, will be all about “Back to School,” and everyone is invited to attend the bash, shopping and walking the block in uptown Syracuse from 5-7:30 p.m.

Thursday, July 16, the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce and North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce partnered to hold a ribbon cutting for Jerky Jerks, 503 S. Huntington St., Syracuse. The business opened in March before temporarily closing during the stay-at-home order issued in light of the COVID-19 pandemic; it has since resumed operations.

Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce announced its July Member of the Month, Man Cave Brewing Company, 10201 N. SR 13, Syracuse. A great place to be in Syracuse, people can stop in for dinner from 4-9 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

Local chamber of commerce organizations across Indiana were recognized for excellence by the Indiana Chamber Executives Association at the 2020 Annual Membership Meeting.

Many turned out to visit the new KW Thrive North office, located at 201 E. Bowser Road, Syracuse, and to participate in the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s ribbon cutting Wednesday, July 8.

The town of Syracuse is unfurling new welcome banners, starting this week just in time for the Fourth of July holiday. Featuring four alternating designs, the welcome signs spotlight elements making Syracuse unique.

By Sarah Wright InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — Everyone is invited to stop by uptown Syracuse for the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s free June Last Friday event: Family Night Out. All the action will occur from 6-7:30 p.m. June 26 at the corner of Dolan and West Main streets, with parking available in the parking lot along …read more.

Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s June Member Of The Month is The Sleepy Owl Supper Club. Open seven days a week, 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, The Sleepy Owl is located at 11374 SR 13, Syracuse. This iconic restaurant has been locally owned by the Larson family for 11 years.

In a packed two-hour meeting Monday, June 8, Syracuse Parks and Recreation board members were brought up to speed on department projects, COVID-19 responses and finances after a two-month break.

A community cruise through to honor the Wawasee High School senior class of 2020 has been scheduled from 6-6:30 p.m. Friday, June 5.

Anybody, including graduates, is encouraged to participate in the cruise through by decorating their vehicle. Attendees are asked to stay in their vehicles and practice social distancing.

Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce is launching Last Friday digitally in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. To join in the fun, visit the chamber’s Facebook page or Instagram or stop by the Syracuse Strong (Indiana) public Facebook group.

The Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s May Member of the Month is NAPA Auto Parts Auto Care Center, located at 817 S. Huntington St., Syracuse. NAPA employs four full-time employees. The store is in the process of an interior remodel. NAPA has been a good standing member of the chamber since 2015.

Sarah Wright InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — Syracuse Eagles Aerie 3760 and the Syracuse Eagles Ladies Auxiliary each made donations to the Syracuse Food Pantry Tuesday, May 5. The Eagles donated $352.13, which came from donations received at the service club’s meal giveaway Saturday, April 25. The Auxiliary added $200 to that donation and also donated $200 each …read more.

By Sarah Wright InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — If you frequent Syracuse’s downtown or uptown area, you’ve likely noticed some new additions installed Monday, April 27. These included a bench in front of Pickwick Theatre and a trash can at the corner of SR 13 and Main Street. Those are just the start of a placemaking effort launched …read more.

Press Release SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce board of directors, ambassadors and executive director unveiled new logos for the chamber and the new SWCC Foundation Tuesday, April 21. Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber’s new logo was crafted based on the membership services and support it provides for the community while keeping with the nautical theme, according to …read more.

By Sarah Wright InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — On Monday, April 20, cars wrapped around the block of Main, Harrison and Pearl streets and SR 13 before being shuffled six at a time into the alley alongside Huntington Street Bar & Grill to receive free meals. The business was the latest location in Syracuse to offer them …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce announces the official formation of the SWCC Foundation Inc. and the recent receipt of its nonprofit 501c3 status from the Internal Revenue Service March 31 in a letter received April 9. The SWCC Foundation Inc. will create, promote and develop the economic, civic, cultural and social welfare of the …read more.

SYRACUSE — Vehicles stretched along SR 13 and Bowser Road well past Burger King Wednesday, April 1, to receive free meals at Chubbies Pub-N-Grub. While serving time began at 4 p.m., 10 vehicles had already lined up by 3 p.m. “Sleepy Owl did something similar,” Angie Racolta, real estate agent and broker with The RGroup, …read more.

By RENEA SALYER Chamber Executive Director Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce announced its February Member of the Month — Turkey Creek Fire Territory. Turkey Creek Fire Territory is comprised of two fire stations in Syracuse, one on Huntington Street and the other on McClintic Road. There are 16 paid staff of firemen and a firewoman who …read more.

SYRACUSE — During the Syracuse Parks and Recreation Board meeting Monday, Feb. 10, Park Superintendent Chad Jonsson said the tree board had recently listened to a presentation from the St. Joseph River Basin Commission in regards to a stormwater control grant. “They have selected three communities in Michigan and three communities in Indiana to participate …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s annual awards banquet — hosted Jan. 16 by Oakwood Resort’s event center — celebrated 2019’s achievements while also addressing Kosciusko County’s needs and building excitement for the year ahead, fitting with the event’s theme of “20/20 Vision.” Chamber President Dennis Pressler, Stoney Point LLC, noted 2019 as a year of …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Parks and Recreation Board met for the first time in 2020 Monday, Jan. 13, focusing on the projects that lay ahead. A $10,000 Harkless Foundation grant was received for Syracuse Community Center’s parking lot curbing/lighting project. Park Superintendent Chad Jonsson noted there is no official start date for the project. Seven lawn …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Park Foundation’s mission is to support fitness and fun for the entire community. With that aim in mind, it assists with completing projects and maintenance with Syracuse Parks and Recreation and throughout Turkey Creek Township. Through repair, replacement and renewal, the foundation keeps facilities and trails safe and ready for use. During …read more.

For its last meeting of 2019, Monday, Dec. 9, the Syracuse Parks and Recreation Board looked ahead to 2020 projects while also wrapping up a few year-end matters. The parking lot curbing/lighting project will occur in spring 2020. Pulver Construction estimates it will take three to four days to finish the curbing. The parks department …read more.

SYRACUSE — From 1-4 p.m. today, Saturday, Nov. 16, children of all ages were able to craft their very own gingerbread houses at Lakeland Youth Center, located at 101 W. Chicago St., Syracuse. At the halfway marker, a total of 70 kids had come, according to Cassie Correll, LYC’s activities director. She noted last year had …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Park Board met Tuesday, Nov. 12, and heard reports on three ongoing projects. Pulver Construction has been contacted for the Syracuse Community Center parking lot curbing and lighting project. Superintendent Chad Jonsson noted it is hoped the company might be able to work on the project after the season ended, but at the …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce will be holding a business after-hours at MedStat Urgent Care & Occupational Health, a part of the Lutheran Health Network. Join the chamber after work for networking and appetizers from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14. Medstat is located at 107 W. Pickwick Drive, Ste. A, Syracuse. RSVP by …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Renea Salyer has been hired as its new executive director. Salyer will maintain the chamber memberships, recruit additional members, coordinate fundraising events, communicate the purpose and function of the chamber of commerce and other related responsibilities. Salyer brings with her extensive experience in nonprofit administration, management, …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Park Board held a planning session with the neighbors of Laudeman Park Monday evening, March 11. Pat Brown from SiteScapes was present to assist in the planning and gathering of input from the neighbors, which will be put into a conceptual plan to bring to the next meeting. “What do you want to …read more.

SYRACUSE — Rumors are true — Shopko Hometown in Syracuse will be closing. The Wisconsin-based company confirmed on its website, through a list of locations, which stores will be closing. More than 200 locations will cease operations before June, according to the company press release Jan. 16. “I haven’t been officially notified of Shopko closing, …read more.

WARSAW — The Builder’s Association of Kosciusko Fulton Counties’ annual Homes on Parade runs from Sept. 15-17, and this year it is kicking off Thursday, Sept. 14, with a special dedication at its completed Operation Finally Home building project, located at 2613 E. Ontario Lane, Warsaw — in the Shadow Lakes addition. The home was built 100 percent mortgage-free for U.S. Army SSG Justin Raymer and his family.

Finding a parking spot at the Syracuse Community Center proved challenging as droves of people turned out for the Syracuse Lions Club’s annual Jonah Fish Fry and Stan Fox Memorial Silent Auction, which was held from 5-8 p.m. today, July 3. Judy Jarrett, who chaired this year’s event, said, “It’s been busy. It’s the biggest …read more.

Turkey Creek Township Advisory Board held a brief meeting Monday, Nov. 7. During the meeting, it approved the Turkey Creek Fire Territory’s salary resolution, which remains relatively unchanged from last year’s except for planned raises. Barbara Griffith pointed out two big expenses in the general funds distribution for the month of October. The first in …read more.

At its Monday, Nov. 7, meeting, Turkey Creek Township Fire Territory Board got off to a fiery start when the territory’s equipment budget was mentioned, particularly in regards to which entity — Syracuse Town Council or the fire territory board — is to approve it. Larry Siegel said, “This board does the (equipment) budget. It’s …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony Saturday, May 7, at Dynamic Spine and Rehabilitation Center’s new location, 106 E. Pickwick Drive, Syracuse — next door to Creative Fish Art Gallery. Dynamic Spine also shares the space with Lauren Warner Acupuncture.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce board members spent their regular monthly meeting Thursday, April 14, touching base on several aspects of the chamber as new Executive Director Andrea Reed comes into her responsibilities. Special focus was given to the chamber website, getting QuickBooks in order and planning the annual golf outing. Teddy Pieper of …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Police Department and Syracuse/Turkey Creek Fire Territory paramedics responded to an accident between a motorcycle and car at the intersection of North Harrison Street and East Henry Street in Syracuse at around 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 5. On the scene of the accident, a representative of Syracuse/Turkey Creek Fire Territory noted, at …read more.

Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce announced the appointment of Andrea Reed as its new executive director. Reed will assume her responsibilities beginning the week of April 4, following a short transition period working with Tammy Cotton, who has stepped down to pursue other community-based projects.

Children’s Storytime is back at Syracuse Public Library. Come at 10:30 a.m. either Mondays or Tuesdays for stories, songs, play and fun. Please call the children’s department with any questions. Halloween Program On Halloween night the books come to life at SPL! All ages are welcome to come to the library’s Halloween program, “A Night …read more.