WARSAW – Trent Edwards of NorthWood champions our picks for the 2019-20 IFN Boys Basketball All-Area selections.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman was recently arrested after allegedly pushing a man down a set of stairs. Nicole Kristen Davis, 31, 125 Rattington Circle, Warsaw, is charged with domestic battery with a child under 16 present, a level 6 felony; and domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. On March 8, a Warsaw Police officer …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Board of Realtors will extend its rich history of community involvement by awarding three Kosciusko County students each a $1,000 scholarship in 2020. KBOR has awarded $78,000 in scholarships since 1993 to foster and invest in tomorrow’s Kosciusko County leaders. This scholarship is specifically designed to assist bright and motivated students …read more.

WARSAW — In light of Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb’s press release at 1 p.m. Thursday, March 19, Warsaw Community Schools will extend the closing of physical school buildings until May 1 in compliance with the executive order. As previously messaged, Warsaw Community Schools and active student learning continues to stay open through eLearning lessons. WCS …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Area Career Center senior student Jacelyn Ellinger placed third in the Microsoft Word division of the 2019 Microsoft Office Specialist Fall Qualifier state championship. Ellinger participated in this contest while taking Digital Applications and Responsibility with Mr. Scott Schramm. Ellinger received a certificate from the Microsoft Office Specialist Team as recognition for …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 8:10 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, West US 30 near North SR 19, Etna Green. Driver: Gregory L. Bilbrey, 59, Cedar Key CV, Fort Wayne. Bilbrey’s vehicle collided with a deer. Damages up to $5,000. 1:50 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, West CR 1350N …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Classroom performance was highlighted in a quartet of Academic All-State lists for the winter sports seasons.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Community YMCA Warsaw and North Webster branches will be closed for all activities effective at 8 p.m Wednesday, March 18, through a tentative date of March 31. “It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we make this decision and though difficult, we believe these actions are necessary to help …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Recycling Depot is staying open but has implemented a few changes in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Community drop-off bins in the county are operational and are still being serviced on a regular schedule; however, the recycling depot’s re-use room is closed until further notice. The depot’s facility drop-off is …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 12:06 a.m. Tuesday, March 17, 300 block East Levi Lee Road, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of criminal mischief.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incident: 2:35 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, 2100 block East Center Street, Warsaw. …read more.

WARSAW — Several schools in Kosciusko County and surrounding areas are offering free meals to students during the school corporations’ closings as a preventative measure against COVID-19. During the closure, Warsaw Community Schools is offering free breakfasts and lunches at seven locations from 11 a.m. to noon Mondays through Fridays. Each morning, staff in WCS’ …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Warsaw’s Blake Marsh and NorthWood’s Jake Lone were both named to the North team for the IFCA North-South All-Star Classic football showcase in July.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 9:04 p.m. Monday, March 16, 3600 block West CR 100N, Warsaw. Nathan D. McFadden reported theft. Value: $200. 10:46 p.m. Sunday, March 15, 8200 block East US 30, Pierceton. Bryan D. Drake and Cayla N. Drake reported the theft of a Marine …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 12:07 p.m. Monday, March 16, East Armstrong Road, east of North CR 200E, Leesburg. Driver: Marita S. Workman, 65, EMS T26B Lane, Leesburg. Workman was traveling east on North Armstrong Road when her vehicle left the roadway and struck a utility box. …read more.

[weaver_youtube  l2AzyLFQ93k rel=0]   WARSAW — The Warsaw Area Career Center’s broadcasting program department recently announced another award winner from its Television II class. Logan Smith placed second in the animation category at the Indiana Association of School Broadcasters Annual Contest. His animation is titled “Conquering Fears.” “Every year it becomes more difficult to judge …read more.

FORT WAYNE — A Warsaw man died Sunday morning after he was shot inside a vehicle north of Fort Wayne. At 3:30 a.m. Sunday, March 15, the Allen County Coroner’s Office was contacted and advised of a shooting investigation at the 5300 block of Hursh Road in Allen County. The victim was identified as Nicholas …read more.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incidents: 8 a.m. Monday, March 16, 200 block North Main St., Milford. Andrew R. Miller reported criminal mischief to a building. 12:50 p.m. Saturday, March 14, 400 block North Old SR 15, Milford. Jesus G. Hernandez reported burglary. 12:25 p.m. Saturday, March 14, 100 block …read more.

GOSHEN – Northridge leads both All-Sports tallies with Warsaw and NorthWood in close pursuit after the winter season.

GOSHEN – Northridge topped the list for the 2019-20 Northern Lakes Conference boys basketball awards.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 4:57 p.m. Sunday, March 15, 100 block EMS D21C Lane, Syracuse. Officers investigated a reported theft of a temporary license plate. Value: $50.   Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incidents: 4:06 p.m. Sunday, March 15, 300 block …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 6:49 p.m. Sunday, March 15, 1150 Husky Trail, Warsaw. Driver: Kenneth L. Yost, 74, North Vicky Lane, Warsaw. Yost’s vehicle collided with a concrete light pole. Damages up to $10,000. 7:31 p.m. Friday, March 13, 1000 Husky Trail, Warsaw. Drivers: Julie M. Valentine, 64, …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw’s April First Friday event and 2020 BAKFC Home and Outdoor Show have been canceled. The 2020 BAKFC Home and Outdoor Show, which was to take place March 20 to 22 at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, has been canceled. BAKFC canceled the event to be in compliance with Governor Holcomb’s directive in regards …read more.

North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following incident: 9:51 a.m. Friday, March 13, 100 block South Main Street, North Webster. Officers investigated a report of unauthorized withdraws from a checking account.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incident: 6:30 a.m. Friday, March 13, 2100 block …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw Community High School has announced a series of spring sports cancellations.

WARSAW — Three area hospitals have released statements regarding preventative measures and tests for COVID-19, or the coronavirus. Kosciusko Community Hospital says staff are taking proactive steps to prepare for the protection of patients, caregivers and the community while monitoring ongoing COVID-19 updates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “We are using the …read more.

WARSAW — A local man received a suspended sentence after making unauthorized charges to his elderly father-in-law’s bank account. Steven Brian Goodman, 38, 335 E. North St. 38, Topeka, was charged with theft, a level 6 felony. An exploitation of an endangered adult charge, as well as three counts of theft, were dismissed as part …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man will serve 25 years in prison after molesting a child for six years. Lars Eric Gustafson, 37, Warsaw, was charged with child molesting, a level 1 felony. A charge of vicarious sexual gratification was dismissed as part of a plea agreement. Gustafson was sentenced in Kosciusko Superior Court 1 on …read more.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools’ Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) student organization won several awards at the 2020 State FCCLA Conference, which took place from March 5 to 7. The following students won awards in these categories: Career Investigation: Kendra Lancaster – Gold National Qualifier Chapter in Review: Kennedie Paul and Mia …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 3:31 p.m. Monday, March 9, 5500 block East CR 650S, Pierceton. Heather Millett reported fraud.   Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incident: 12:49 a.m. Tuesday, March 10, 300 block West Emeline St., Milford. Taylor M. Silvers reported …read more.

Pierceton Officers with the Pierceton Police Department investigated the following accident: 3:36 p.m. Friday, March 6, US 30 East near SR 13, Pierceton. Drivers: Seth Hamman, 36, West CR 525S, Claypool; and Steven M. Wendt, 46, McKibben Street, Wabash. The front of Hamman’s vehicle collided with the rear of Wendt’s vehicle. Damages up to $5,000. …read more.

SOUTH BEND — Jonathan Roberts, 33, Warsaw, was sentenced on Tuesday, March 10, before U.S. District Court Judge Damon R. Leichty for possession of child pornography. According to a statement from U.S. Attorney Thomas L. Kirsch II, Roberts was sentenced to 63 months in prison, 5 years of supervised release and ordered to pay $20,000 …read more.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incident: 4:39 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, 200 block South East Street, Milford. Officers investigated a report of car seats stolen from a vehicle. Value: $160.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 11, 1300 block Husky …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accident: 2:20 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, US 30 near Silveus Crossing, Warsaw. Drivers: Marco T. Del-Cid, 53, Washington Street 1Y, Hempstead, N.Y.; and David A. Williams, 66, Glencoe Street, Midland, Mich. The front of Del-Cid’s vehicle collided with the rear side of the trailer attached …read more.

WARSAW — At approximately 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 10, Harrison Elementary School Principal Matt Deeds conducted a school-wide lockdown. According to a statement from Warsaw Community Schools, the lockdown was a preventative measure in response to a concern with a community member. Warsaw Police Department responded and the issue was resolved without incident. At no …read more.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accident: 3:46 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, 2211 E. Center St., Warsaw. Driver: Sarah A. Scheidt, 28, South Old Ditch Road, Warsaw. Scheidt was traveling south in a parking lot when she struck a parked, unoccupied vehicle. Damage up to $2,500. Fulton County Officers with the …read more.

WARSAW — Shortly after 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory responded to a dryer fire at 1320 W. Winona Ave., Warsaw. Initial dispatch reports of a structure fire led to Winona Lake and Plain Township Fire Departments being called to assist; however, they were disregarded after the cause of the fire was discovered. …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools has released a statement regarding its response plan for coronavirus. This past week, WCS assembled a small team to review logistics and many of the facets that could impact the corporation’s schools. Warsaw Community Schools is working closely with local, state and national public health officials to ensure best practices …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 5:36 p.m. Monday, March 9, Tippe Downs Drive near Aqueduct Lane, Warsaw. Drivers: James L. Smith, 72, Albert Storm Avenue, Moncks Corner, S.C.; and Gokulakrishnan Ramakrishnan, 32, Pimlico Drive, Warsaw. The front left side of Smith’s vehicle collided with the left rear side of …read more.

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incident: 6:30 p.m. Monday, March 9, 400 block North Lake Street, Syracuse. Officers investigate the reported theft of bicycles, a buffing/grinding wheel, tackle box with tackle and a Harley Davidson necklace. Value: $530. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 2:08 …read more.

Jay Rigdon, Warsaw Community Public Library’s legal counsel, was present at the meeting to discuss the library’s options on funding for a dry fire protection system. InkFreeNews photo by Liz Shepherd. WARSAW — Protection against fires and viruses was the main topic of discussion at the Warsaw Community Public Library Board of Trustees’ meeting on Monday, …read more.

CLAYPOOL — A Claypool man was recently arrested after beating a man and threatening to kill him while asking if he was adopted. Joe Lewis Rose, Jr., 54, 105 E. Section St., Claypool, is charged with domestic battery resulting in serious bodily injury, a level 5 felony; possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; and …read more.

WARSAW — Titiksha Gorhe, a sixth-grader from Lincoln Elementary School, finished second in the Journal Gazette 66th annual regional spelling bee, presented by STAR Financial Bank, on Saturday, March 7. Jude Hoeffel, an eighth-grader from Garrett Middle School in DeKalb County, won the spelling bee. In the 27th round of spelling, Hoeffel correctly spelled “farrier” …read more.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 12:57 p.m. Thursday, March 7, 5900 block East CR 350S, Pierceton. A representative for St. Francis Xavier Parish reported criminal mischief. 10:40 p.m. Thursday, March 5, 300 block East Birchwood Court, Warsaw. Bradley A. Hamilton reported fraud.   Warsaw Officers with the …read more.

Claypool Officers with the Claypool Police Department investigated the following accident: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 5, East SR 14, east of CR 100E, Silver Lake. Driver: Kathryn L. Snyder, 78, West Section Street, Claypool. Snyder was traveling west on SR 14 when a deer entered the roadway. Snyder was uninjured in the collision. Damage up …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools congratulates Warsaw Area Career Center broadcasting students Kelsey Nethercutt and Kendyl Silveus. Their video, titled “CTE Chess Champ!” won them both third place in the National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) PSA contest, where students produce videos promoting Career and Technical Education. This year’s theme was “Victory in CTE.” As …read more.

WARSAW – Three iconic coaches saw roads end over the weekend, but all three traveled with purpose and dignity.

ELKHART — Ridge rolled to a 60-38 win over Warsaw, and the Raiders repeated as Sectional 4 champs Saturday night.

North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following incident: 12:47 p.m. Friday, March 6, 300 block South Main St., North Webster. A representative for New Market reported theft. Value: $7.49.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 1:05 a.m. Saturday, March 7, 200 block Sophie Lane, …read more.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

ELKHART — Two days after the Tigers’ OT victory over Goshen, they rallied past Penn in extra time to advance to Saturday’s Sectional 4 finale opposite NLC rival Northridge with a 58-54 win in Friday.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School will host its annual Academic Super Bowl Invitational from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Monday, March 9. Fourteen area high schools will compete. This year’s theme is the “Roaring Twenties.” Students have their knowledge tested on content from that time period in the subjects of math, English, science, fine arts …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 9:54 p.m. Thursday, March 5, 200 block East Nelson Drive, Milford. Officers investigated a report of intimidation and protective order violation. 3:45 p.m. Thursday, March 5, `1900 block Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of criminal mischief. 3:56 a.m. Thursday, …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 9:10 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, East SR 14 near South Packerton Road, Claypool. Drivers: Trenton J. Parker, 19, East Sara Drive, Winona Lake; and Rosann I. Brubaker, 59, South SR 13 22, North Manchester. Parker proceeded into the intersection, causing a right …read more.

Bomy Singh serves food at his Kwik Mart in Columbia City, but will soon open a restaurant in Warsaw. InkFreeNews photo by Kory Stoneburner-Betts. WARSAW — A new restaurant specializing in fast food-style Indian cuisine is slated to open in the former B&K hotdog stand location on Winona Avenue. “Bomy’s Authentic Indian Food” is owned …read more.

From left, are Dan Woods and Elim Smith. InkFreeNews photo by Liz Shepherd. WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Alcohol and Tobacco Commission renewed nine permits and approved one permit transfer during a meeting on Thursday, March 5. The board approved a permit transfer for Hunters BBQ Restaurant and Catering, Etna Green. Yavin Bamnolkar, the restaurant’s …read more.

WARSAW — AM Styling, Edgewood Middle School and Lakeview Middle School will host “The Give Back” event at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 19, inside the Lakeview auditorium. This is an event for women and girls of the community sponsored by Belove, EnPak and MudLOVE. “The Give Back” focuses on helping middle school girls at Lakeview …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 7:03 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, US 30 near East Old Road 30, Warsaw. Drivers: Melody A. Morris, 57, EMS B63 Lane, Warsaw; and Cheryl M. Miller, 51, East Woodland Court, Leesburg. The front of Morris’ vehicle collided with the rear of Miller’s vehicle. Damages …read more.

ELKHART — Warsaw earned an inspired, 57-56 overtime win over Goshen in Elkhart Sectional quarterfinal action Wednesday night.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: Fulton County The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail: Elkhart County The following people were booked in the Elkhart County Corrections Facility: Whitley County The following people were booked in the Whitley County Jail:

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 3:20 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, 208 S. Old SR 15, Leesburg. Driver: David C. Garcia, 44, CR 9 South, Elkhart. Garcia was traveling north on Old SR 15 when his vehicle left the roadway, striking a mailbox. Damage up to $2,500. 9:42 …read more.

WARSAW — A man will pay more than $10,000 in restitution and potentially serve prison time pending his approval for work release after battering a man, causing him to have a seizure. Raymond R. Tracey III, 34, of Ashley, was charged with battery resulting in serious bodily injury, a level 5 felony. A charge of …read more.

The Sears Hometown Store in the Marketplace of Warsaw shopping center is scheduled to close April 10. InkFreeNews photo by Kory Stoneburner-Betts. WARSAW — The Sears Hometown Store is in the midst of closing. Owner Ken Ashpole is closing the store at 2816 Frontage Road in the Marketplace of Warsaw shopping center. He is retiring, …read more.

WARSAW — The Friends of the Warsaw Community Public Library and Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce members held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, March 3, for ‘Story Emporium,’ a new used bookstore that is located in the library. Story Emporium is sponsored and managed by the FOL and volunteers. According to a release from the Friends …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 10:26 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 29, 1600 block East CR 200N, Warsaw. Officers investigate the theft of jewelry. Value: $600.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 1:40 a.m. Tuesday, March 3, 3200 block East Old Road 30 …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 6:16 p.m. Sunday, March 1, North CR 225E near East CR 75N, Warsaw. Driver: Mario Duran, 28, East Winona Avenue, Warsaw. Duran’s vehicle collided with a deer. Damages up to $2,500. 2:46 p.m. Sunday, March 1, West SR 25 near South Tinkey …read more.

WARSAW — Four local women are facing criminal charges after a drug bust at a Warsaw residence. Sheri Alice Courson, 58, 1118 E. Clark St., Warsaw, is charged with dealing in methamphetamine, a level 2 felony; possession of methamphetamine, a level 4 felony; maintaining a common nuisance, a level 6 felony; possession of marijuana, a …read more.

WARSAW – The Warsaw Wolfpack Rugby Club is a new men’s startup rugby side looking to gain members for the 2020 season.

WARSAW – Warsaw boys basketball head coach Doug Ogle announced Monday he is stepping away from coaching after 35 years.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail:

WARSAW — The Warsaw Area Career Center recently announced that Griffin Reed has committed to the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, N.Y. Reed is a senior student at the WACC and is in the Advanced Culinary Arts Program under the leadership of Chef Bragg. Warsaw Community High School and WACC congratulate Reed on …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 1:18 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 29, 1700 block East Ridge Valley Drive, Warsaw. Melissa C. Steinwedel reported damaged property. 1:13 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28, 8000 block North SR 13, Syracuse. Charles P. Tranter reported theft. Value: $200.   Milford Officers with the Milford …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 4:16 p.m. Sunday, March 1, East CR 200N, east of North Cessna Road, Warsaw. Driver: Janelle R. Wilson, 19, South CR 1000W, Claypool. Wilson was traveling east on East CR 200N when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $2,500. 4:12 p.m. Saturday, …read more.

WARSAW — A man will serve a little more than six years in prison for two criminal cases that occurred in April 2018. In the first case, Cody Lee Bade, 28, Noblesville, was charged with resisting law enforcement and failure to appear, both level 6 felonies; and driving while suspended, a class A misdemeanor. Bade …read more.

GOSHEN – NorthWood’s undefeated NLC season afforded it plenty of representation in the All-Conference selections.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman received a suspended sentence pending her acceptance into work release after dealing methamphetamine and heroin. Rachael Elizabeth Fruit, 27, 547 S. Harding St., Warsaw, was charged with dealing in methamphetamine and dealing in a narcotic drug, both level 5 felonies; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. Fruit was …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee senior Aundreya Wegener made the cut out to regional on the floor exercise with a sixth-place score of 9.275, while the Lady Warriors, Warsaw and NorthWood bowed out of the season at the Wawasee Gymnastics Sectional.

INDIANAPOLIS – Caden Jenkins and Grant Knight closed out their senior season with work at the IHSAA Boys Swim and Dive Championships.

WARSAW — Shortly after 10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 29, Lutheran EMS and Plain Township (Leesburg) Fire Department were called to the 5000 block of SR 15 North to a three-vehicle accident.  The accident occurred near Wihebrink Landscape Management and appeared to involve a car, a van or SUV and a truck. An official at the …read more.

Boys basketball results from Friday, Feb. 28.

INDIANAPOLIS – Warsaw is down to one bullet left after the preliminary round of the IHSAA Boys Swimming State Championships.

PLYMOUTH — Former Warsaw attorney Scott Lennox, 51, received a suspended sentence in Marshall County Superior Court 2 on Friday, Feb. 28, after stealing funds from the law firm he worked for. Lennox, who now lives in St. Clair, Mich., was charged with two counts of fraud on a financial institution, level 5 felonies; and …read more.

WARSAW — Purdue Extension Kosciusko County will host a one-day ServSafe food manager class and examination from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. March 11, at the Kosciusko County Justice Building’s video conference room. Do you own a restaurant or work in the food service industry? Indiana law requires that each food service establishment have one …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools will host the annual kindergarten round-up event for all incoming 2020-21 kindergarten students and parents on Thursday, March 12, at all eight elementary schools. Doors open at 5 p.m., with the informational presentation scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m. and end by 6:30 p.m. This event will provide information to …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 10:03 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 26, South Packerton Road near East CR 400S, Warsaw. Driver: Angelina M. Schafer, 19, Colfax Street, North Manchester. Shafer’s vehicle lost control on the slick roadway and collided head-on with a tree. Damages up to $5,000. 6:54 p.m. …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will hold a prom and bridal expo at the Center Lake Pavilion from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 1. Admission to the event is free. This event will provide information on tuxedos, hair styles, jewelry, flowers, photographers, decor, catering and more. Warsaw Party Rental is sponsoring …read more.

WARSAW — A Claypool man will serve two years in jail after battering a woman on two occasions. In the first case, Dyrell Aaron Kreis, 40, 3211 W. CR 700S, was charged with domestic battery, a class A misdemeanor. He was found guilty in December 2014 but was back in court regarding this case due …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School junior Brennan Cox has organized a fundraiser dodgeball tournament for Riley Hospital and foster care in Kosciusko County. The double-elimination tournament will be at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 14, in the WCHS Tiger Den. It is a $40 cash entry cost per team, or $5 per person. Players must …read more.

WARSAW — A Pierceton man will serve 12 years in prison after stealing a vehicle from a woman in the parking lot at Owens Supermarket. Matthew L. Prater, 42, 3104 E. Wooster Road Lot 24, Pierceton, was charged with robbery, a level 3 felony. Charges of auto theft, resisting law enforcement, intimidation and battery resulting …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 5:57 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, North CR 300W, north of West CR 300N, Warsaw. Driver: Nickolas E. Wilkins, 36, North Dovewood Trail, Warsaw. Wilkins was traveling south on CR 300W when several deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $5,000. 6:02 p.m. …read more.

WARSAW – Lake City Gymnastics celebrated a tremendous first year with the help of the Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce.

By SUE LOUGHLIN TERRE HAUTE – Ivy Tech Community College is increasingly expanding the number of eight-week course offerings, and the reason, officials say, is higher student success rates. “It is more focused and faster to complete,” said Ivy Tech President Sue Ellspermann. “For working adults, that means less time for life to get in …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The ICGSA released its Academic All-State and All-State girls basketball choices for the 2019-20 season.

WARSAW – The CCAC is preparing to create instructional opportunities for area baseball and softball players.

WARSAW — A Milford man was recently arrested in two separate cases involving drugs and domestic battery. In the first case, Christopher Charles Castle, 31, 111 W. Section St., Apartment 6, Milford, is charged with possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. Castle is also charged with domestic battery …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 11:26 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2500 block Walton Boulevard, Warsaw. Officers investigated the theft of a Jeep Renegade. Value: $15,000. 4:29 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25, 900 block Fisher Avenue, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of criminal mischief.   Fulton County Officers with the Fulton …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 8:20 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25, Commerce Drive near East US 30, Warsaw. Drivers: Harley M. Bradley, 16, East CR 800S, Claypool; and Cynthia J. Jordan, 61, Wooster Road, Winona Lake. Bradley’s vehicle slid while driving on a curve and struck Jordan’s vehicle head-on. Damages …read more.