Laura E. Mosier Mulldune, 61, of Etna Green, Ind., passed away at 1:23 p.m. Friday, Jan. 4, 2013, in Lutheran Hospital at Fort Wayne, Ind. She was born on April 29, 1951, in Warsaw, Ind., to Leo W and Barbara (Truex) Mosier. She was a lifetime resident of Kosciusko County. She married David A. Mulldune …read more.

Paul W. Hurst, 49, passed away at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, in Warsaw, Ind. He was born Nov. 15, 1963, in Huntingburg, Ind., to Clarence and Mildred (Bleemel) Hurst. Paul was a Warsaw resident since 1985 moving to Warsaw after graduating from Vincennes University in 1984 with an Associate’s degree in Business Administration. He …read more.

Ruben Mullet , 89, of Goshen, Ind., died early Thursday morning, Jan. 3, 2013, at The Maples at Waterford Crossing. He had been ill the past year. He was born Dec. 23, 1923, in Nappanee, Ind., to Daniel D. and Celesta (Hochstetler) Mullet. He married Emma Schrock Feb. 12, 1955, in Elkhart, Ind. She survives. …read more.

Janalyn Ramsey, 61, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 9:15 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013, at her residence. She was born Nov. 4, 1954, in Warsaw, to Richard Deafenbaugh and Janet (Kelly) Deafenbaugh. On May 25, 1984, in Winona Lake, Ind., Janalyn married Burton A. Ramsey. Janalyn was a lifetime resident of Kosciusko County and …read more.

ELKHART — A turn of the page on the ol’ calendar meant the two Kosciusko County high school gymnastics teams, Wawasee and Warsaw, kicked into their respective competition seasons. With the ushering in of 2013 meant a trip Thursday night to Elkhart for the annual Blazer Invite. The atmosphere was lively inside Elkhart Central’s gymnastics-exclusive …read more.

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D10Jt_4Oy5g]   Sept. 25, 1994, is a day Bonnie Sue Johnson will never forget. It was early that morning when Johnson’s life was saved by a firefighter that, until Thursday night, she simply knew as her “guardian angel.” In an exclusive interview with StaceyPageOnline.com, Johnson recalled waking up at 7:23 a.m. to her then boyfriend …read more.

Richard H. ‘Dick’ Johnson, 81, of South Whitley, Ind., passed away at 5:33 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne, Ind., where he was admitted on Monday following a stroke. He was born Sept. 25, 1931, in Speedway, Ind., to K. Harold and Mary P. (Phillips) Johnson. At the age of five, the …read more.

Katherine C. Yoder, 79, of Milford, Ind., passed away at 1:50 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013, at Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory, N.C. She was born on Aug. 7, 1933, in Syracuse, Ind., to Jonas Russell and Mary A. (Droke) Kistler. She was a lifetime Kosciusko County area resident and attended Syracuse Public Schools. …read more.

Edwin F. ‘Ted’ Rogers, 90, of Syracuse, Ind., passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, at his residence. He was born on a farm near Ridgeville, Ind., on Nov. 15, 1922. He lived on the farm until his graduation from High School. He married Marjorie Power in 1942, and they had two children; a daughter, Carolyn, …read more.

StaceyPageOnline.com continues to reach record breaking numbers of readers and we are surpassing over 1 million page views per month! And now, we are offering FREE classified ads. Our Classifieds section has been up and running since July and we’re reaching over 59,000 unique viewers. Sure, you could list your sale items, property and even jobs in a …read more.

Kerry Allen Slater, 60, of rural Sidney, Ind. died at 5:45 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2013, at his home in Warsaw, Ind. He was born June 17, 1952, in Wabash, Ind., to Harold and Barbara (DeLaughter) Slater. He married Cindy McConnell of rural Sydney, in Collamer, Ind., on Sept. 18, 1976. Kerry was a 1970 graduate …read more.

Patricia Ann Minear, 82, of Retired Tigers of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 8:21 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. Patricia was born on Feb. 22, 1930, in Plymouth, Ind., to Paul Forrest Wagoner, Sr. and Irma Mildred (Wentzel) Wagoner. She was a resident of Kosciusko County, Ind., for the …read more.

Terry A. Ingle, 63, of Bremen, Ind., and formerly of Nappanee, Ind., passed away at 11:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2013, at University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor, Mich., where he had been a patient since Dec. 11, 2012, after a short illness. He was born Aug. 26, 1949, in Bremen to Marvin D. …read more.

The elevator at Retired Tigers apartments in Warsaw has literally stranded residents of the senior housing center in their homes and many want to know why nothing is being done. Monty Lackey resides on the third floor of the 4-story building. He has not left the third floor since last Thursday when someone put caution …read more.

Bill C. Robinson, 77, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 5:56 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, at Kosciusko Community Hospital. He had been ill for 10 years. He was born Oct. 9, 1935, in Prestonburg, Ky., to Clyde and Mary (Green) Robinson. Bill was married to Judy Horn on July 8, 1961, in Warsaw, who survives. …read more.

Kosciusko County Commissioners started the new year with its first official meeting this morning and the main topic of discussion was mobile home permit fees County treasurer Sue Ann Mitchell said she is proposing an ordinance that addresses the collection of mobile home permit fees for processing the paper work to transfer mobile homes. A …read more.

John O. Evans Jr., 65, formerly of Warsaw, Ind., passed away peacefully on Monday, Dec. 31, 2012, at his Pamplico, S.C., home. He was born July 4, 1947, in Joliet, Ill., to John O. Evans Sr. and Phyllis (Johnson) Evans. He spent much of his childhood with his grandmother, whom he loved dearly. John was a …read more.

Molly Renae Minear was stillborn at 2:58 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, at DuPont Hospital, Fort Wayne, Ind. Among survivors are her parents: Ross and Chantel (Lemon) Minear, Warsaw, Ind. Arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of DeMoney-Grimes Countryside Park Funeral Home, Columbia City, Ind.

Betty L. Starbuck Clark, 86, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 4:42 p.m. Saturday, December 29, 2012 in Gardens at Lake City, Warsaw, Indiana. She was born on March 4, 1926, in Kosciusko County to Merle and Louise (Ulsberger) Keplinger. On Oct. 27, 1945, she married Jimmie J. Starbuck who preceded her in death on …read more.

Firefighters with the Warsaw-Wayne Township Fire Territory responded to 771 N. Timberline Circle West in Warsaw this afternoon when the home’s occupants began to smell smoke. The fire department’s quick response diverted any real damage to the home. The fire department was called at approximately 4:20 p.m. to the single-story ranch style residence which, according …read more.

Warsaw Fire Department was called to 732 E. Smith Street at about 11 p.m. Saturday where smoke was reported in one of the units. The structure is a multi-family dwelling with 6 apartments. Fire crews were on scene less than an hour and determined the smoke and small fire was from an overheated aquarium hood. …read more.

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RTIpDQBULUY]   Warsaw Police located a methamphetamine lab at the Super 8 Motel on Frontage Road in Warsaw late Saturday night and arrested a husband and wife. Shawn Luther Morton, 50, and Dawn Ellen Morton, 47, both of Warsaw, were both arrested in September  when they were found to have a meth lab in their …read more.

David Jordan Zigon, 18, of Warsaw, Ind. died at 9:20 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 27, 2012, at his residence. He was born Aug. 2, 1994, in South Bend, Ind., to David E. and Karen Lee (Hoerstman) Zigon, who both survive in Warsaw. David was a senior at Warsaw Community High School and a member of Sacred …read more.

Harold Van Dyke, 85, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 2:50 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in Kosciusko Community Hospital. He was born Feb. 16, 1927, in Kosciusko County, Ind., to Clem and Cora Van Dyke. A lifetime Kosciusko County resident he owned and operated Van Dyke Construction and Repair Service. Surviving are a son: David …read more.

A former TV sitcom star is the keynote speaker of the 2013 Warsaw Women’s Expo coming up in March. The two-day unique event for women will be Saturday and Sunday, March 23-24, and features speakers, classes, exhibitors, entertainment and more. Lisa Whelchel, who portrayed Blair Warner on The Facts of Life from 1978 to 1988 and was …read more.

Louis Lee Van Doren, 69, of Rochester, Ind., passed away at 12:42 a.m. Friday, Dec. 28, 2012, in his residence. On Dec. 26, 1943, he was born in Kosciusko County to Billie and Patricia (Rohler) Van Doren. He married Frances Kirkendall on July 3, 1964, in Warsaw, who survives. Living most of his life in …read more.

Marilyn Nye Brandt, 87, of Palm Harbor, Fla., passed away on Friday, Dec. 14, 2012, at Brookside Hospice in Palm Harbor. She was born in Milwaukee, Wis., the oldest child of Mr. and Mrs. Milo A. Nye of Albion, Ind. Marilyn was a 1942 graduate of Albion High School. She attended Purdue University and received …read more.

The Schneider Foundation through PNC Charitable Trusts has awarded $50,000 for Trine University’s new doctoral program in physical therapy, making it the first gift for Trine’s first doctoral program. The grant will help Trine establish a professional doctorate in physical therapy program at Trine’s regional campus in Fort Wayne, where students are receiving both undergraduate …read more.

Anna B. Bell, 75, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 12:51 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2012, in Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. She was born April 8, 1937, in Johnson County, Ky., to Elija and Bessie (Blanton) Marshall. She was a homemaker and a member of God’s Highway to Heaven Church of Warsaw and attended the Pentecostal …read more.

Valerie Collins, 58, of Fort Wayne, Ind., and formerly of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 10:32 p.m. Monday, Dec. 24, 2012, in Saint Joseph’s Hospital Fort Wayne. She was born June 22, 1954, in Martin, Ky., to Fonzo and Sophia (Conn) Crum. She was formerly of Warsaw and was homemaker. She was united in marriage …read more.

George B. Wright, 85, of Warsaw, Ind., died unexpectedly at 10:05 p.m. Monday, Dec. 24, 2012, in his home. He was born March 23, 1927, in Detroit, Mich., to Walter and Christine (Pool) Wright. He lived most of his life in Warsaw coming from Detroit at the age of 16 or 17. He first married Vera J. Cox …read more.

Firearms license applications and firearms sales are on the rise across the country and in Indiana and, according to gun retailers, it’s being sparked by fear of government control. Steve Long of Eagle Creek Firearms LLC, Argonne Road in Warsaw, said guns are “flying off the shelves. If (people) come in, they buy something. They’re …read more.

Kosciusko Community YMCA will be starting winter classes on Jan. 7. Classes will run through Feb. 17. Classes in Youth Development will include sports classes for preschoolers, swim lessons, and gymnastics classes for all ages. Classes that promote the Healthy Living aspect of your Y will include group exercise classes at both the Smith Street …read more.

Recognizing his 27 years as Kosciusko County District Conservationist, an open house to honor Sam St. Clair is being held on Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013. St. Clair is retiring after more than 36 years of service to Kosciusko County. He will retire as the field officer for the local office of the Natural Resources Conservation …read more.

Velma Louise Stahly, 96, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 9 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 23, 2012, in Miller’s Merry Manor Warsaw. She was born May 29, 1916, in Kosciusko County, Ind., to Calvin Orval and Maggie Mae (Hahn) Stahly. She was a lifetime resident of Kosciusko County. Velma was formerly employed by Wilts Cedar Chest of …read more.

Jean R. Wiseman, 84, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away on Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012, at Mason Healthcare and Rehabilitation. She was born on Oct. 11, 1927, in Goshen, Ind., to Chauncey L. and Grace (Follis) Bailey. On Feb. 24, 1946, she married Emery Wiseman who preceded her in 1971. She was born and raised in Goshen …read more.

National Guard Armory, Warsaw, was the scene of a competitive Pickle Ball Holiday Tournament, Thursday, Dec. 20. More than 25 players participated including those from Syracuse, North Webster and Warsaw. Mike and Kayla Musler organized the tourney. Winners were Tom Roebuck, Syracuse, A flight; and Susan Sharp, Syracuse, B flight. Pickle ball is a fast-paced …read more.

Charles “Gene” Bryant, 89, of Pierceton, Ind., went home to be with the Lord at 8:45 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012, at his residence. As a life-long farmer, Gene learned well, the principle of sewing and reaping and applied it to his life in the best of ways. He will be remembered for his perseverance, …read more.

Rick Paczkowski, executive director of Kosciusko Home Care & Hospice announces the promotion of Angela Summers to associate director of Medication & Dental Assistance. Originally from Porter, Ind., Angie is a graduate from Grace College with a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work. After graduating from Grace in 2007, she and her husband decided to make …read more.

Third graders in Miss Bedford’s class at Warsaw Christian School spent part of an afternoon learning how to mix and bake Christmas cookies. Their efforts, however, were not for themselves but for inmates at Kosciusko County Jail. They baked along with many members of Warsaw Community Grace Brethren Church who want to encourage those in …read more.

Lewis Bert “Lew” Goshert, 86, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012, at Timbercrest Senior Living Community, North Manchester, Ind. He was born March 8, 1926, in Atwood, Ind., to Ronald Andy and Ruth (Burt) Goshert. He was a 1944 graduate of Warsaw High School and enlisted in the U.S. Navy on March 7, 1944. He served as Pharmacist’s …read more.

  Bill Warren Initially facing 457 years and 7 life sentences in prison, Bill Warren, 38, of North Manchester, was sentenced today to serve what will ultimately be less than 5 years behind bars. Defense attorney Alan J. Zimmerman said, “We consider it a huge victory.” Warren was found guilty last month following four days of …read more.

Fellowship Missions held its Christmas gathering Wednesday night at Center Lake Pavilion in Warsaw. Eisenhower Elementary School volunteers were the servers for the evening, as were members of The Christian Motorcycle Club. The Gathering is a monthly dinner hosted by Fellowship Missions for both residents of the mission’s homeless shelters and others in the community who …read more.

Jane Wimberly Ayars, 82, of North Manchester, Ind., died at 8:03 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 15, 2012, at Peabody Healthcare Center. She was born Sept. 27, 1930, in Greenfield, Iowa, to Ware William and Isabel Jane (Connelly) Wimberly. Jane was a 1948 graduate of Wabash High School and received her bachelor’s degree from Park College in …read more.

Charles ‘Rick’ Collins, 67, passed away at his residence in Claypool, Ind., at 7:39 p.m. on Tuesday Dec. 18, 2012. On March 29, 1945, Rick was born to Malcolm and Edith (Hall) Collins in Dwale, Ky. On Sept. 5, 1969, he was united in marriage to Betty Prater in Clintwood, Va. They moved to Kosciusko …read more.

Larry and Cheryl Battson of Greenwood, Ind., have been coming to Warsaw for more than 30 years with their Amazing World of Animals show. Over the years they have brought snakes, lizards, a wolf, a baboon, turtles and more each year to entertain and educate students at Warsaw elementary schools about conservation, and environmental management. …read more.

SYRACUSE — It’s almost to the point of the season that neither team had the energy to realize it was a major rivalry night in the swimming pool. As the holiday break approaches, two very tired swim programs returned to the competition lanes for yet another Northern Lakes Conference dual. And with it came a …read more.

Across the country, the Y helps people give back and assist their neighbors by offering them opportunities to volunteer, advocate and support programs that strengthen the community. During the YMCA’s 4th Annual “Operation Thanksgiving Dinner,” 55 families received nonperishable food items to create a Thanksgiving meal. Forty-seven different individuals and groups helped to supply these …read more.

PC’s For Youth, a nonprofit organization that gives free computers to students for educational purposes, has announced that it will be expanding its program to include Whitley County, beginning on Jan. 1. PC’s For Youth will now be serving students in middle school, high school, college, as well as adults trying to obtain their GED …read more.

    Kosciusko County elected officials were sworn into office today in a special ceremony hosted at the courthouse. Kosciusko County Circuit Court Judge Rex Reed did the honors of swearing in all of the officials individually following an invocation given by the county’s veterans affairs officer, Rich Maron, and the pledge of allegiance led …read more.

An ordinance to establish Warsaw as a “Tree City” was tabled Monday night as Warsaw Common Council members felt some of the enforcement issues needed further review. Warsaw is hoping to gain Tree City status to take advantage of funding and grants available through the Arbor Day Foundation. Such funding would assist the city and …read more.

Forrest ‘Delbert’ Reeser, 55, of Claypool, Ind., passed away at 11:43 a.m. Monday, Dec. 17, 2012, at Scott Memorial Hospital, Scottsburg, Ind. He was born on Nov. 13, 1957, to Robert J. and Clara M. (Calvert) Reeser in Rochester, Ind. He was previously employed by Spartech. He is survived by three sons: Craig (Kimberly) Reeser of …read more.

Charlotte V. Stine, 67, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 4:15 a.m. Monday, Dec. 17, 2012, at her residence following a two and a half year battle with cancer. She was born Aug. 6, 1945, in Plymouth, Ind., to John and Edna (Marsh) Cochran. On Aug. 13, 1961, in Warsaw, she was married to Danny …read more.

Carter L. Quance, 61, passed away at 6:58 a.m. Monday, Dec. 17, 2012,  at Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home, Fort Wayne, Ind. Carter was born Oct. 1, 1951, in Garrett, Ind., to Robert Quance and Beverly (Bolley) Quance. He graduated in 1970 from Carroll High School, Fort Wayne, and later earned a bachelor of arts degree from Manchester …read more.

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2o4RRS_NUuU]   At 7 p.m. Monday, children and adults alike gathered on the steps of the Kosciusko County Courthouse in Warsaw to honor those who have been lost to the senseless violence at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newton, Conn., as well as in our own community. The event, a candlelit peace vigil, was …read more.

Acting on Indiana law that required the city of Warsaw to establish new districting, the Warsaw Common Council voted Monday night to adopt new council districts. As required, the five districts are composed of contiguous territory, are reasonably compact and contain nearly equal populations. City planner Jeremy Skinner said the districts are equally populated to …read more.

Over 76 children from Kosciusko County participated in the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #149 Christmas with a Cop program Saturday morning at the Warsaw Wal-Mart. FOP members met with families at the local Wal-Mart to assist in providing clothing and presents for over 76 children. Families were divided among various officers from throughout Kosciusko …read more.

C. John Kehoe, 97, of Warsaw, Ind., went home to be with his Lord and Savior on at 5:40 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16, 2012, at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. On March 14, 1915, John was born to Leo and Betty (Smith) Kehoe in Sherwood, Mich. He was a lifetime resident of Kosciusko County, graduating from …read more.

Clippin’ Dolls Styling Salon, 530 E. Market St., in Warsaw, is a styling salon that gives a total rustic full-service experience. The experienced staff welcomes walk-ins, or calls for appointments at 574-267-5008. Pictured in the photo from left are Lori Bolyard, Beacon Credit Union and Chamber Ambassador; Charlie Smith, Warsaw City Council; Jim Mannan, PayProTec …read more.

Mancave Consignments is a retail consignment store that has recently opened in Warsaw. Owned and operated by James Hackworth and Kalee Tuggle, the store is located at 540 E. Market St. in Warsaw, right next to the Dollar General Store. Hours of operations are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and noon to …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Sunday, Dec. 16, 12:12 a.m. West SR 25, Atwood. Driver: Joshua N. Montel, 18, East 1000 South, Claypool. Driver struck a deer. Damages: up to $1,000 Saturday, Dec. 15, 6:36 p.m. South SR 25 and South Bruner Road, Warsaw. Driver: Amber Diehl, …read more.

Audrey Fancil, 87, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 6 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 16, 2012, in Mason’s Health Care Center, Warsaw. On Dec. 8, 1925, she was born to Albert and Audrey B. (Rathbun) Neher in Silver Lake, Ind. She married Harold Fancil on Feb. 14, 1948, in Warsaw. He preceded her in death on …read more.

Anthony J. Majewski, 75, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 12:20 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16, 2012, in Grace Village Rehabilitation Center, Winona Lake, Ind. He was born on Sept. 16, 1937, to Andrew and Petronella (Sotoniak) Majewski in Chicago, Ill. Tony moved to Warsaw from Chicago in 1960 and transferred to RR Donnelley & Sons …read more.

Kosciusko County The following individuals were recently booked into the Kosciusko County Jail: Dec. 17, 2012 Billy Lee Barley, 30, 420 W. Crystal Flash Rd., North Webster, arrested for burglary/breaking and entering and receiving stolen property. Bond: $5,000 Dec. 16, 2012 Anthony Michael Westrick, 31, 428 W. Perry St., Warsaw, arrested for public intoxication. Bond: …read more.

On Jan. 5, 2013, the Kosciusko Community YMCA will be offering an open day for the community to come in and find out more about membership and what it means to be involved with the Y. This open house will be from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and will include membership incentives, giveaways and fun …read more.

ELKHART – Josh Miller and Jayden Parrett were each double winners as the Warsaw boys swim team rolled past Elkhart Memorial 123-61 Saturday. Miller won the 200 IM (2:16.00) and 500 freestyle (5:39.41) events, while Parrett took firsts in the 100 freestyle (50.11) and 100 backstroke (55.20) as the Tigers dominated the Northern Lakes Conference …read more.

  Elegant Home, sponsored by Keystone Designs, is proud to announce the opening of a new showroom offering a “one-stop-shop” concept to related businesses targeting affordable luxury items for the home. It is the business’ goal to introduce the consumer to as many home related businesses as possible and become a practical and affordable  source of …read more.

David F. Dittman Sr., 81, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 3:20 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 15, 2012, in Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. David was born April 19, 1931, in Clarion County, Pa., to Clifford Eugene and Rachel Lilly (Brothers) Dittman. He enlisted into the United States Army on Nov. 13, 1952, in Clarion, Pa., and served …read more.

Marie Hollon, 74, of Claypool, Ind., passed away at 2:31 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 15, 2012, in Woodlawn Hospital, Rochester, Ind. On June 3, 1938, she was born in Rochester to Maynard “Hap” and Josephine (Hopkins) McCloughan. She married Corbitt “Corby” Hollon on Aug. 20, 1971, in Akron. He preceded her in death on April 29, …read more.

SYRACUSE — It’s impossible for a team to win a game in the first half of play. It is, however, entirely possible for a team to lose a game in that same period of time. That was the case Friday night when the Warsaw Tigers traveled to Syracuse to take on its bitter rivals, the …read more.

Warsaw detectives have completed an investigation that involved the burglary to a Warsaw home and home business where a vehicle was stolen and other items taken. On Thanksgiving morning, Goshen Police were involved in a high speed chase in their city with a pickup truck. During the pursuit the pickup crashed and its passenger fled …read more.

Paul Edward Seaman Jr., 83, of Milford, Ind., passed away at 5:46 a.m. Friday, Dec. 14, 2012, in Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw, Ind. Paul was born the only child of Paul Edward and Roberta (Thorpe) Seaman on Nov. 20, 1929, in South Bend, Ind. He was a 1947 graduate of Hartford (Connecticut) High School; he was a graduate …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Thursday, Dec. 13, 7:21 p.m. North 700 West, Warsaw. Driver: Ashel L. Ruiz, 34, West 200 North, Warsaw. Driver struck a deer. Damages: up to $10,000 Thursday, Dec. 13, 6:52 p.m. West Old Road 30, Atwood. Driver: Michael D. Blair, 65, North …read more.

M. Leona Leckrone, 91, of Silver Lake, Ind., passed away 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 13, 2012, at her residence. She was born in Kosciusko County, Ind., on March 22, 1921, to John and Anna C. (Ulrey) Winger.  On Jan. 25, 1941, she married Robert H. Leckrone. He survives. Leona graduated from Sidney High School in …read more.

As work continues on the new Meijer store, NIPSCO crews will be completing overhead electric utility work meaning lane restrictions on Anchorage Road. City officials say Anchorage Road between U.S. 30 and SR 15 will see lane restrictions starting Tuesday and continuing through Friday, Jan. 4, weather permitting. The utility work means westbound traffic on …read more.

SYRACUSE — If Warsaw wrestling coach Justin Smith could count on two kids to get the job done, they certainly proved the part Thursday night. Trailing by 11 points with two matches to go, Warsaw’s Luis Munoz and Luis Cervantes needed pins to help Warsaw to its first Northern Lakes Conference win of the season. …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgements – for the week of Dec. 13, 2012 Kosciusko County Court New Filings – for the week of Dec. 13, 2012 Superior Court II The following traffic infractions have been filed in Kosciusko Superior Court II, Judge James Jarrette presiding: Failure of the occupant to use safety belt ($25) — James …read more.

This cutie pie is Tommy and he is this week’s Pet of the Week. Tommy is approximately 2 years old and just as sweet and goofy as they come. He loves to play fetch and run. He’s a very playful little boy but is just as happy getting love and affection. Look at that face! …read more.

Members of the healthcare team at the Warsaw Women’s Center recently presented the Kosciusko County Community Foundation with a check for $600 to help low income women access mammograms through the Good Samaritan Fund. The donation represented proceeds from the center’s sale of Hope bracelets. The Good Samaritan Fund is a component fund of the …read more.

The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department and the Indiana Department of Child Services are encouraging community members to report incidents of suspected methamphetamine production and use. Kosciusko County is among those Indiana areas battling a high number of meth labs, along with a rise in illegal prescription drug use. “No one is excluded from the addictive …read more.

Aurora Shoemaker has now been missing almost four months and police are no closer to finding her. Shoemaker, 18, was last seen around 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 16, when she left her house in Suburban Acres Mobile Home Park, Warsaw, to go for a walk. She left with only the clothes she was wearing and …read more.

Incidents Officers of the Warsaw Police Department have recently investigated the following incidents: Dec. 11, 11:39 a.m. Rayann Menzie reported a suspicious person hiding in her basement at 523 S. Union St. Dec. 3, 3:05 p.m. Marsh Supermarket reported fraudulent use of a Marsh gift card at 500 S. Buffalo St. Dec. 10, 4:33 p.m. Officers …read more.

On Dec. 17-18, five city departments will move into the new Warsaw City Hall at the corner of Center and Buffalo streets in downtown Warsaw. The mayor’s office is advised that at some point during the moves there may be a brief interruption in phone and email service. The departments moving and may be affected …read more.

Kosciusko County The following individuals were recently booked into the Kosciusko County Jail: Dec. 11, 2012 Jimmie Joe Floyd Jr., 39, 9358 E. Wizard of Oz Way, Cromwell, arrested for sexual misconduct with a minor. Bond: $5,000 Jacob Ryan Walerko, 20, 3599 S. Tinkey Rd., Mentone, arrested for possession of paraphernalia with intent to introduce …read more.

The Y wants to make sure that kids have a safe and fun place to go while they’re out of school over Christmas Break. School Break Camp will keep kids in Kindergarten through sixth grade entertained, active and learning from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. From Dec. 26-28 and Jan. 2-4 and Jan. 7, activities at …read more.

Kathryn L. Reiff, 84, of Warsaw, Ind., went to be with her Lord and Saviour at 4:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2012, while surrounded by her loving family in Mason’s Health and Rehabilitation, Warsaw. Born Kathryn L. Kelley on Oct. 25, 1928, in Elkhart, Ind., she was the daughter of Charles and Grace (Kaufman) Kelley. …read more.

Registration is going on now for Kosciusko County YMCA youth basketball where children in grades 2 through 4 can learn basic skills in a positive environment. The YMCA emphasizes participation, fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship and having fun over winning. Basketball games are played on Saturdays, with practices on Tuesdays or Wednesdays. Games start Saturday, Jan. 12, …read more.

    Warsaw Plan Commission members Monday night voted unanimously to approve the final plat of the commercial development at Warsaw Commons. Warsaw Commons, consisting of Kohl’s and T.J. Maxx among other noted chain stores, has been the result of efforts by Thompson Thrift to both develop the area and attract business. The WPC approved …read more.

Marjorie C. Hostetler, 86, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 7:15 p.m. Monday, Dec. 10, 2012, in Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. She was born May 19, 1926, in Pierceton, Ind., to Alonzo and Orlue (Atchison) Curtis. On Sept. 4, 1946, Marjorie and Merrill D. Hostetler were joined in marriage in Nappanee, Ind. A homemaker, Marjorie …read more.

The first year of Kosciusko FIT was so successful that the program will continue in 2013 for those who did not get registered for the 2012 program, or for those who want to continue their fitness program. The program is available for individuals or teams of four, but everyone must be age 18 or older …read more.

At a board meeting Monday night, the Kosciusko County Community Foundation accepted the gift of the Little Crow Foods property from Kim and Denny Fuller. The property, once sold by the KCCF, will fund a donor advised fund at the Community Foundation from which the Fullers will be able to advise charitable grants. “It is …read more.

Keeping Kosciusko REMC families warm this holiday season just got a little easier for Combined Community Services (CCS) with a $10,000 donation from KREMC. Annually, Kosciusko REMC donates to the CCS Winter Heating Assistance Program, but this year the $5,000 donation was doubled with the help of CoBank, the cooperative lending partner CoBank offered a …read more.

The Kosciusko Community YMCA will be hosting its annual Frigid 5K Road Race on New Year’s Day. Runners will start the race across the street from the YMCA at the fairgrounds, run through Winona Lake and finish at the fairgrounds. This event is a great way to start the new year. Race day registration, packet …read more.

    Students at Warsaw Christian School in grades Kindergarten through sixth will perform the musical “The MK Christmas Special” at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 13,  in the gymnasium. Marlise Shaffer will direct the evening’s festivities also featuring the band, choir, chimes, Spanish Club and Noah’s Ark pre-school. Pictured are the kindergartners giving a special …read more.

Partnering with local businesses, Washington’s Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Academy received funding for lab coats recently. Local businesses acquired lab coats with the Washington S.T.E.M. Logo and business logos to be worn by students during Lego robotic competitions and during S.T.E.M. lab experiments. Wildman Corporate Apparel, Symmetry Medical Inc., Wihebrink Landscaping and Lawn Care, …read more.

Bill Warren The man at the center of a four-day trial in Kosciusko County was due to be sentenced today, but instead will have to wait until 9 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 20, to learn how many years he will serve in prison. Bill Warren, 38, of North Manchester, was found guilty last month following four …read more.

Virginia Stoneburner, age 82, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 10:10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, 2012, in Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. She was born June 22, 1930 in Detroit, Mich., to Donald and Ruth (Cromwell) Renno. She was a resident of Warsaw since 1951 ands was formerly of New Haven, Ind. On July 10, 1948, in …read more.

Jesse E. Dungan, 103, of Warsaw, Ind., passed away at 10:25 a.m. Friday, Dec. 7, 2012, in The Oaks, Columbia City, Ind. He was born March 21, 1909, in Huntington, Ind., to Clyde and Verda (Humbert) Dungan. On Feb. 26, 1929, in Huntington, he married Doris F. Wiley. Jesse resided in Warsaw since 2003 having moved from …read more.

Warsaw is the only MS4 community in Kosciusko County and that designation means the city is mandated to follow guidelines set by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management. Municipal Separate Stormwater Sewer Systems – also known as MS4 programs – are defined “as a conveyance or system of conveyances owned by a state, city, town or …read more.

A 37-year-old who had been scamming an elderly Kosciusko County woman received a 1 ½ year sentence to the Department of Corrections Thursday in Kosciusko County Superior Court I. Brian E. Schendel was also ordered to pay $20,000 in restitution and given 200 days credit for time already served. Kosciusko Superior Court I Judge Duane …read more.