By Amy Mann, Children’s Services And Erin Streeter, Children’s Services Librarian In nineteenth-century America, New Year celebrations were the event of the season. They often involved visiting friends and neighbors and exchanging gifts while Christmas was a religious holiday without much fanfare. Modern Christmas mixes the sacred meaning of the season with a joyful, exhausting, …read more.

WARSAW —Leaf pick-up in Warsaw will be delayed due to lingering snow and ice. Once the snow and ice melts, leaf pick-up will resume, said a news release from the city of Warsaw. Residents can continue to rake leaves to the curb and crews will pick them up as soon as they are able. The …read more.

MERRILLVILLE — The Tigers closed with a 42-28 loss to the host Pirates in Merrillville Friday.

Football regional scores for Friday, Nov. 15.

WARSAW — Dozens of local organizations and volunteers came together on Friday, Nov. 15, to host Kosciusko County’s third annual Military Veteran Stand Down event at Center Lake Pavilion. At the event, veterans received access to VA administration, employment assistance, educational opportunities, free haircuts and personal items, and a warm meal for veterans and their …read more.

WARSAW — The Parkview Warsaw YMCA will hosts a free blood pressure self-monitoring preview event “Healthy Heart Nutrition Seminar: Apps and Information” Tuesday, Nov. 19. The event will be held from 5:45 – 7 p.m. in the Parkview Center for Healthy Living within the Parkview YMCA. The event is free and open to the community, …read more.

WARSAW — Heartline Pregnancy Center recently announced an opportunity for donors to double the impact of their financial support through the end of 2019. Due to the generosity of several donors, all gifts of $100 or more will be matched dollar for dollar until donations have reached $44,000. With the matching funds, Heartline will receive …read more.

WARSAW — Former local attorney Scott Lennox, 51, Warsaw, has been suspended from practicing law after noncooperation in regards to pending allegations of professional and criminal misconduct. According to a court document filed Nov. 13 and signed by Loretta H. Rush, Chief Justice of Indiana, pursuant to Indiana Admission and Discipline Rule 23(10.1)(c)(1), Lennox has been …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 11:03 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 14, 1000 block West Lake St., Warsaw. Michael D. Jackson reported a stolen vehicle that was found on the property. The vehicle was later found to be reported stolen from U-Haul, Mishawaka.   Silver Lake Officers with the …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 2:03 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14, South CR 800W, near West SR 25, Mentone. Drivers: Amber A. Diehl, 34, South CR 800W, Mentone; and Tammy L. Tilton, 35, Skylane Drive G3, Plymouth. Diehl’s vehicle was behind Tilton’s when Tilton stopped at a stop …read more.

                  Editor’s note: This story has been updated to reflect a change in the route. Instead of taking Fort Wayne Street, the route will head east on Center Street. WARSAW —  Fans of the Warsaw Tigers Football team are being encouraged to line the streets as the …read more.

WARSAW – The Mevis family made it two-for-two in grooming kickers for the Under Armour All-American football game after Warsaw’s Harrison Mevis signed to play in the showcase game.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools’ Board of Trustees discussed school bus stop arm violations during its monthly work session on Tuesday, Nov. 12. At the session, WCS Board Member Randy Polston asked those at the meeting about a pedestrian crossing at Lakeview Middle School. “Do we have or are we going to get stop signs …read more.

WARSAW — Edgewood Middle School eighth-grader Haley Rodewald was recognized Wednesday, Nov. 13, for winning a $500 Patriot’s Pen scholarship. The scholarship was presented by Robert Dockery, representing the VFW James W. Sittler Post 1126. “I was surprised to hear that I won,” said Rodewald. “This was such a great opportunity. My essay was about …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw held its Hickory Night with a shooting display straight from the movies in a 83-29 win over Manchester.

North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following accident: 8:12 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13, East CR 1000N, west of Syracuse-Webster Road, North Webster. Driver: Joseph Sunday, 17, EMS T13 Lane, Leesburg. Sunday’s vehicle slid on the slick roadway and struck an embankment and trees. Damage up to $2,500.  Syracuse Officers with …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Schools Board of School Trustees approved a resolution to close Gateway Education Center during a meeting session on Tuesday, Nov. 12. The facility at 201 N. Union St., Warsaw, formerly served as Madison Elementary School until 2010, but has been used in recent years for alternative education classes and adult …read more.

WARSAW — More details have been released regarding a Kosciusko County Jail contract nurse who allegedly attempted to provide drugs to an inmate. Jessica Greer Frost, 41, 17471 Tomahawk Trail, Plymouth, is charged with two counts of trafficking with an inmate and dealing in a schedule V controlled substance with enhancing circumstances, all level 6 …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools issued a statement thanking the Warsaw Police, Indiana State Police and the Kosciusko County Prosecutor’s Office “for their diligence in investigating and prosecuting the party responsible for the threats made against the high school on Sept. 18 and 27.” Mark A. Schultz, 46, Silver Lake, made bomb threat calls directly …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 6:01 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13, 700 block East Fort Wayne St., Warsaw. Mulligan Water Conditioning and Eddie L. Hoppus reported the theft of a vehicle. Value: $20,000. 11:37 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, 1500 block Country Club Drive East, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of …read more.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following accidents: 3:37 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, SR 15, north of CR 1100N, Milford. Driver: Michael G. Strieby, 47, West CR 200S, Cromwell. Strieby was traveling south on SR 15 when his vehicle hit a patch of ice, causing his vehicle to leave the roadway and …read more.

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

WARSAW — An Elkhart man was recently arrested after dealing more than 60 grams of methamphetamine to an undercover officer with the NET43 Drug Task Force. Danny Joe Garman, 45, 1028 Church Court, Elkhart, is charged with dealing in methamphetamine, a level 2 felony; and possession of methamphetamine, a level 3 felony. On Sept. 25, …read more.

WARSAW — A suspect in an Oct. 8 shooting in Warsaw that injured two people has been arrested in Elkhart County. Russell Keigan Harty, 18, 1306 Oriole Drive, Warsaw, was booked in the Elkhart County Correctional Facility on Sunday, Nov. 10. He was wanted on two felony warrants for probation violation and robbery. The shooting …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Solid Waste Board approved a request by Director Tom Ganser to pursue quotes for fencing at the KC Recycling Depot on Union Street in Warsaw at its meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 12. The fencing would serve as a deterrent against unauthorized dumping of items at the Warsaw site, specifically dumping …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 9:15 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, 300 block South Walnut Street, Etna Green. Officers investigated the theft of a trailer valued at $500 from the Town of Etna Green.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 12:31 p.m. …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 6:54 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, East CR 1300N near North CR 150E, Milford. Driver: James L. Bartman, 26, West Waubee Road, Milford. Bartman’s vehicle slid off the road and struck a fence. Damages up to $5,000. 4:23 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11, …read more.

WARSAW — Susie McEntire will be returning to Warsaw for her Christmas Tour at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, in the Lakeview Middle School auditorium. This is a free show; however, concertgoers are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped gift to benefit Warsaw’s Toys for Tots program. To date, this event has collected over $30,000 …read more.

WARSAW — It’s been 10 years since Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Jeffery B. Shaw passed away. On Nov. 12, 2009, Shaw was responding to a call when his patrol vehicle was struck by a large truck that had crossed the centerline of the roadway on SR 14, west of CR 100E. He was employed …read more.

WARSAW — A pet food drive for Combined Community Services will be held at Tractor Supply Company, Warsaw, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23. Dog food, cat food or monetary donations of any kind are most welcome. Funds will be used to buy pet food, according to a a news release from …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 4:45 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, 8000 block North SR 13, Syracuse. Officers investigated the reported theft of $580 worth of construction equipment. 8:56 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, 2300 block East CR 225S, Warsaw. Garrett Titus reported the theft of a Jeep Laredo …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 6:54 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, East CR 1300N near North CR 150E, Milford. Driver: James L. Bartman, West Waubee Road, Milford. Bartman’s vehicle slid off the road and struck a fence. Damages up to $5,000. 4:54 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, North …read more.

WARSAW – Regional tickets and sectional championship T-shirts will be on sale in the Warsaw athletic office this week.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community High School theater department will be performing Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella from Nov. 22 to 24. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22; 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23; and a matinee at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24. Tickets are on sale weekdays at the Warsaw Performing Arts Center at …read more.

WARSAW — Dustin Mayer is on a mission. Not exactly like one when he was in the US Marines. But it’s a different mission: a mission to save the lives of fellow veterans. A Goshen native, Mayer lives in Warsaw with his family. He graduated from Whitko High School in 1993. Both of his grandfathers …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incident: 8:56 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, 1800 block North Vicky Lane, Warsaw. Mariah Konkle reported vehicle theft.   Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 8:39 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, 900 block Anchorage Road, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 7:09 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11, South SR 13 near East CR 500 S, Pierceton. Driver: Mallery M. Pierce, 33, South CR 325E, Warsaw. Pierce was driving her vehicle when a deer entered the roadway. Damages up to $2,500.  7:10 p.m. Sunday, …read more.

WARSAW — Main on Main Comedy Improv Troupe will return again for a show at Wire & Steam Coffee Company in Warsaw at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21. The show is free and family friendly. Main on Main will perform improvised scenes and games made up “on the spot” in front of the audience. Improv …read more.

WARSAW — In Warsaw, there are dozens of restaurants to dine at for a quick, casual lunch or an exquisite dinner. However, a unique lunch experience all prepared by local high school students has recently opened to the public for the 2019-20 school year. Located in the Warsaw Area Career Center, the Blue Apron Restaurant …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 5:51 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, 1300 block Lake City Highway, Warsaw. Lisa C. Robinson reported found property. 12:21 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, 1000 block North Park Ave., Warsaw. Timothy W. Perkins reported the theft of items from a vehicle. Value: $150.02. 5:46 p.m. Saturday, …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 11:52 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, West Old Road 30, west of North Riverwood Ranch Road, Warsaw. Driver: Karen J. Raber, 25, South Summit Street, Nappanee. Raber was traveling east on Old Road 30 when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to …read more.

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

A pair of basketball schedule changes for the upcoming week.

WARSAW — Almost all local government offices will be closed Monday in observance of Veterans Day. Offices that will be closed include Kosciusko County, the city of Warsaw, and the towns of Winona Lake, Mentone, Milford, Pierceton, Silver Lake, Claypool, Etna Green and Syracuse. Leesburg town government will be open. The US Post offices are …read more.

WARSAW — The first taste of winter weather will arrive Monday with a strong chance of accumulating snow and temperatures  that will fall into the teens on Tuesday, the National Weather Service said. The predicted high temperature of 48 for Sunday, Nov. 10, will be the warmest compared to anything in the weeklong forecast in …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw girls basketball showcased some hot shooting on the way to a season-opening win over Class 3A, No. 4 Norwell Saturday.

WARSAW — Chonda Pierce, a Christian comedian, performed at the Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts on Nov. 1 and presented a $1,500 check to support assistance to veterans. The Salvation Army serves veterans and their families in Kosciusko County through its Operation V.A.L.O.R. program.  

By Ann Zydek Library Director In 2020, the Warsaw Community Public Library will develop a new five-year strategic plan. Current library focus areas are access to the Internet, technology, special equipment and information; resources to enrich reading and leisure activities and stimulate imagination — collections, community connections and programs; and visit comfortable, safe, physical and …read more.

Peggy A. Foreman, a lifetime resident of Warsaw, passed away unexpectedly at 4:01 a.m. Friday, Nov. 8, 2019, in Kosciusko Community Hospital. She was 65 years old having just celebrated her birthday on Oct. 26. Born in 1954 to Marcus E. and Gloria J. (Leedy) Bigelow, Peggy was a graduate of Warsaw High School and …read more.

WARSAW — This year’s Lady Tigers have size, shooting ability, experience and chemistry.

WARSAW — Funkdafied Wrestling Federation presents Aftershock, Saturday, Nov. 9 at the City-County Athletic Complex, Warsaw.  Just three weeks after Funkamania XVII, Northern Indiana’s premier professional wrestling promotion has a card full of action, said a news release from the FWF. Funkamania saw many rivalries reach a boiling point, and at Aftershock, many will see …read more.

WARSAW — For a host of reasons, it shouldn’t surprise anyone that Bart Curtis was able to deliver Warsaw football its first sectional championship.

WARSAW — Warsaw football made history Friday night, winning a program-first sectional championship with a 35-18 defeat of Penn at Fisher Field.

Russell K. Harty WARSAW — This week’s crime of the week comes from the files of the Warsaw Police Department. The Warsaw Police Department is seeking the community’s assistance in locating Russell Keigan Harty. Harty, 18, is 5 feet 10 inches tall, 185 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes. Harty is wanted on two …read more.

WARSAW — On Oct. 17 and 18, Warsaw Community High School trained 58 peer leaders and 28 adult advisors to continue the implementation of the social-emotional wellness initiative “Sources of Strength.” This initiative started during the 2018-19 school year and continues to grow. Sources of Strength is an evidence-based suicide prevention program that harnesses the …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 12:07 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8, Lake City Highway, west of Commerce Drive, Warsaw. Drivers: Jarod D. Fitch, 33, West SR 16, North Manchester; Irvin W. Clemons, 24, Axsom Branch Road, Nashville; and Kenneth W. Noonan, 78, Defiance Trial, Delphos, OH. Fitch was traveling west …read more.

WARSAW — Sixth grade students at Jefferson Elementary School recently completed a six-week sustainable gardening unit using tower gardens generously donated by local Warsaw company Da-Lite/Legrand. Students had the opportunity to grow arugula, gourmet lettuce, bibb lettuce, chard and basil. Throughout this unit, students experimented with water conditions, light conditions and a variety of seed …read more.

EDITOR’S NOTE: This article has been updated with more information from official court documents. WARSAW — A Silver Lake man was arrested for allegedly making threatening calls to Warsaw Community High School. Mark A. Schultz, 46, Silver Lake, allegedly placed bomb threat calls directly to Warsaw Community High School on Sept. 18 and Sept. 27, …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 4:39 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, 11200 block North East Wawasee Drive, Syracuse. John Imler reported the theft of $850 dollars worth of yard furniture. 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, 1500 block South Meadow Drive, Warsaw. Francisco Nunez reported a case …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw woman was sentenced to three years at the Kosciusko County Jail after dealing methamphetamine. Hannah Elaine Shea, 28, 1815 Hepler Drive, Warsaw, was charged with dealing in methamphetamine, a level 5 felony. A charge of possession of methamphetamine was dismissed as part of a plea agreement. On Aug. 7, 2018, an …read more.

From left, are Dan Woods, Alan Alderfer, and Elim Smith. InkFreeNews photo by Liz Shepherd. WARSAW — The operator of a topless bar in North Webster cleared one hurdle Thursday, Nov. 7, but is facing another. The Kosciusko County Alcohol and Tobacco Commission on Thursday approved an alcoholic beverage permit for Nightshift Gentleman’s Club, North …read more.

WARSAW — A dozen Kosciusko County military veterans were honored with handmade quilts during a Threads of Valor luncheon at the Pete Thorn Center, Warsaw on Thursday, Nov. 7. The event took place ahead of Veterans Day on Monday, Nov. 11. With the upcoming holiday in mind, Ken Locke, Administrator of Salvation Army of Warsaw, …read more.

North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department Investigated the following accidents: 12:26 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, 306 South Main Street, North Webster. Driver: Gregory L. Kern, 68, North SR 13, North Webster. Kern was exiting the parking lot of New Market, attempted to turn his vehicle to the right into an alley and …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 8:38 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, 1500 block South CR 675W, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of an accidental shooting. 5:07 pm. Wednesday, Nov. 6, 200 block West Main St., Warsaw. The KCSO investigated a jail inmate who broke a sprinkler head in …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 10:46 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, West US 30, near North CR 200W, Warsaw. Driver: Karie K. Furman, 24, West CR 400N, Warsaw. Furman was traveling east on US 30 when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $5,000. 4:48 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, …read more.

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

WARSAW — The Parkview Warsaw Center for Healthy Living, located inside the Parkview Warsaw YMCA, is offering a check-up day from 7 to 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12. Patients can take advantage of various screenings and discounted lab work, including lipid profiles, hemoglobin, A1C, TSH and PSA tests. Spanish translation services will also be available …read more.

Mitchell A. Dawson WARSAW — A Warsaw man received a suspended sentence for his involvement in stealing and selling copper wire from the former Arnolt building. Mitchell A. Dawson, 38, 5829 W. CR 100N, Warsaw, was charged with burglary, a level 5 felony. Judd Emery Metz, Goshen; Kyle Duff, Warsaw; and Allison Foster, Claypool, were …read more.

WARSAW — Cardinal Services is looking for volunteers to act as Cardinal Elves. Cardinal Services provides services to approximately 275 adults. The organization is looking for volunteers to help assure that all of these adults receive a gift over the holidays. To become an Elf, e-mail [email protected]. Specify whether you are located in Kosciusko, Marshall, Cass …read more.

WARSAW — Firefighters responded to an attic fire Wednesday morning in Warsaw. At about 8:35 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, first responders were called to a fire at 409 N. Washington St., Warsaw. Initial reports indicate that the fire was in the attic. Smoke could be seen seeping out the edges of the roofline. Warsaw-Wayne Fire …read more.

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 Jail:  

WARSAW — Dr. Phil Downs, superintendent of Southwest Allen County Schools and Indiana Superintendent of the Year, will hold a presentation from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7. The presentation will take place at the Warsaw Performing Arts Center at Warsaw Community High School. Downs’ presentation, “Follow the Money: An Analysis of Why Public …read more.

WARSAW — Lake City Bank recently announced that Kylee M. Coughenour has been promoted to financial wellness officer, working out of the bank’s Rochester office. In this new role, Coughenour coordinates the bank’s Financial Wellness Partner Program, which provides free financial literacy workshops for employees of local businesses. Coughenour works with Lake City Bank branch …read more.

WARSAW — The Time Out Inn in Warsaw was awarded a Miller Lite and a Coors Light commemorative plaque from MillerCoors Brewing Company and Five Star Distributing. The Time Out Inn ranks in the top one percent of sales in an on-premise “bar” establishment for both Miller Lite and Coors Light in the entire state …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for 2019 Chamber Awards. Nominations must be submitted by Dec. 6. The Chamber annually honors businesses and individuals for their significant role in driving Kosciusko’s business community and economic growth. Winners will be announced at the Chamber’s annual membership dinner in January 2020. Award recipients …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw Community High School senior Kaylee Patton has signed to play basketball at Grace College.

WARSAW — Warsaw’s December First Friday event “Hometown Holly Days” features ice carvers. The deadline to submit ice sculpture sponsorship forms and payments is Nov. 29. “Hometown Holly Days” will also have carriage rides, Twinkle Light Parade and Light up the Night at Central Park. To learn more, contact the WCDC at (574) 267-6311, ext. …read more.

North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following accident: 9:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 4, East Backwater Road, near EMS W19 Lane, North Webster. Driver: Tony A. Vankirk, 33, North SR 5, Cromwell. Vankirk was traveling south on Backwater Road when a deer ran into the side of his vehicle. Damage up …read more.

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incident: 2:47 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31, 300 block North Huntington St., Syracuse. Stephanie A. Lee reported criminal mischief to a vehicle.    Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 8:33 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, 2800 block Frontage Road, Warsaw. Officers investigated …read more.

WARSAW — A handful of towns will host elections on Tuesday, Nov. 5, and here’s a look at a rundown of contests: In Warsaw, four city council seats are up for grabs. Those include the following contests: In District 1, incumbent Republican Jeff Grose will face Democrat Sarah McNeal Strahan-Lenfestey; In District 2, Republican Josh …read more.

WARSAW — On Oct. 30, Lincoln Elementary School’s 5th and 6th grade classes walked to Owen’s Supermarket to help support the Supermarket Sweep community event. Students were able to use their donations to shop for non-perishable food and other goods. Through their efforts, students were able to contribute six grocery carts full of goods to …read more.

WINONA LAKE – The Northern Lakes Conference held its Sportsmanship Summit Monday morning at Grace College.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 5:29 a.m. Monday, Nov. 4, North CR 800W near West CR 640N, Atwood. Driver: Andrew J. Yoder, 25, West CR 400 N, Warsaw. Yoder was driving his vehicle when a deer entered the roadway. Damages up to $10,000. 12:20 a.m. Monday, …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 3:18 a.m. Monday, Nov. 3, 8600 East Backwater Road, North Webster. Officers investigated the reported theft of $1,600 in tools from Utiliquest, LLC. 11:04 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, 800 block South Main Street, Milford. Officers investigated a report of battery. 1:00 a.m. Wednesday, …read more.

IHSAA state tournament scoreboard, including a wrap of the cross country state finals.

By Melissa Chapman Warsaw Community Public Library “That Book Woman” by Heather Henson is a picture book for children. It is about a family living in the Appalachian Mountains in the 1930s that gets books to read during the regular visits of the “Book Woman”, a librarian who rides a packhorse through the mountains, lending …read more.

Frances J. Besson, 95, Warsaw, passed at 9:55 a.m., Friday, Nov. 1, 2019, at Kosciusko Community Hospital of Warsaw. Arrangements are currently pending at King Memorial Home, Mentone.  

CHESTERTON — Warsaw trumped host Chesterton in a 35-28 shootout Friday, earning the Tigers the right to play Penn in next week’s sectional championship game back home at Fisher Field.

WARSAW — The interior of a riverfront cottage was destroyed by fire on Thursday night, Oct. 31. At 7:33 p.m. first responders were called to a house fire at 2044 East Riverside Drive, a dead-end road off of East CR 550N, southeast of Leesburg. Plain Township Fire Department called for a full assist from Warsaw, …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 6:20 a.m. Friday, Nov. 1, West US 30 near North CR 650 West, Warsaw. Driver: Gregory H. Music, 21, Beech Road, Bourbon. Music was driving his vehicle west on US 30 when a deer entered the roadway. Damages up to $10,000. …read more.

MUNCIE — MutualFirst Financial Inc., the parent company of MutualBank, recently announced its merger with Pennsylvania based Northwest Bancshares, Inc. Both organizations announced the merger through a press release on Oct. 29. According to the news release from MutualFirst Financial, NorthWest will acquire the Muncie-based holding company in an all-stock transaction currently valued at $346 …read more.

  WARSAW — Ivy Tech Community College invites area high school students and their parents to attend its College 101 night at the Warsaw campus, Nov. 14 from 6-8 p.m. At College 101 area high school students and parents will meet with admissions and student success professionals while learning about being a student at the …read more.

WARSAW — First Christian Church invites the community on Nov. 17 to a special Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. A Thanksgiving Celebration Lunch with catering by ‘Big Boss BBQ’ following at 11 a.m. First Christian Church is located at 115 Park Ridge Drive, Warsaw. The Worship Service will consist of welcoming Jonathan & Emily Martin …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Two Tigers, a Panther and a Cougar were among the choices for ISCA boys soccer All-District.

Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incident: 3:40 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27, 1100 block North Indiana Avenue, Syracuse. Officers investigated a report of domestic battery. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 3:15 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2100 block East Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw. Fnu Nitin reported …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following accidents: 2:06 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30, South SR 25 near West CR 250S, Warsaw. Drivers: Juan C. Nunez, 65, South Harding Street, Warsaw; and Bernard J. Senn, 58, CR 46, New Paris. Nunez was driving south on SR 25 and lost control …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools recently celebrated the grand opening of the Tiger Recreation and Activity Center with students, staff and the community. The newly constructed 59,500 square-foot student activity center will assist WCS in furthering its commitment toward promoting health and wellness by offering a new space in Warsaw for physical activity and health …read more.

WARSAW — Earning a gold rating at prelims, the Warsaw Community High School Tigers Pride Marching Band qualified to perform at the Indiana State School Music Association Scholastic Class Finals. The statewide event was held on Saturday, Oct. 26, at Lawrence Central High School in Indianapolis. Thirty-four high school bands participated in the Scholastic Class …read more.

WARSAW – Lakeview Middle School announced its 2019 fall sports Mental Attitude Award winners.

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Soccer Coaches Association released its lists for its Academic All-State choices for boys and girls soccer.