Kosciusko County Community Foundation’s Community Funds Grant July cycle is quickly approaching. The deadline to apply is by 4:30 p.m. July 1.

A Fort Wayne man will serve one year in jail after printing off photographs of child pornography at Walmart.

WARSAW – Normalcy is what the sports world is longing for. But what’s our new normal as sports begin to crawl out from the rocks.

A Warsaw man has been arrested following two controlled purchases of methamphetamine conducted by the NET43 drug enforcement team.

Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation recently approved several loans awarded through its small business relief fund, which was established to support job retention and business recovery during the COVID-19 pandemic.

A Warsaw woman was recently arrested after hitting two men and kicking three law enforcement officers.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 9:07 a.m. Tuesday, June 6, Dellview Drive, north of East CR 300N, Warsaw. Drivers: Rachell G. Holston, 34, EMS W26 Lane, North Webster; and Allison N. Zartman, 17, Southwood Drive, Warsaw. Both vehicles were parked on the west side of Dellview Drive. …read more.

A Warsaw man will serve 12 years in prison after a traffic stop resulted in the discovery of more than 40 grams of methamphetamine.

A Warsaw man was flown to a Fort Wayne hospital after his motorcycle struck a deer.

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

A woman from Noblesville was taken to the hospital after a two-vehicle accident just west of South SR 13.

A Rochester woman received a two-year jail sentence after dealing one gram of methamphetamine.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 1 p.m. Monday, June 8, 4100 block East CR 450N, Leesburg. Scott L. Harvey reported hitting a dog with a vehicle. 6:51 p.m. Sunday, June 7, 100 block EMS W11 Lane, North Webster. A representative for Echo Bay reported damaged property. 5:22 …read more.

Claypool Officers with the Claypool Police Department investigated the following accident: 3:55 p.m. Monday, June 8, South Packerton Road, west of East Pierceton Road, Winona Lake. Drivers: Paulette G. Sauders, 77, South Packerton Road, Warsaw; and Samuel J. Smith, 17, West CR 400N, Warsaw. Sauders was traveling west on Pierceton Road and attempted to make …read more.

A Warsaw man will serve three months in jail after a traffic stop resulted in the discovery of drugs.

WARSAW – Bowling alleys in Kosciusko County are anticipating next week’s phase to open its doors to the public again.

As Indiana enters Stage 4 of Governor Eric Holcomb’s “Back on Track Indiana” plan next week, Warsaw Community Public Library will reopen its doors to the public beginning Monday, June 15.

A man from Massachusetts was flown to Fort Wayne for severe burn injuries after a rear-end accident involving three semis on US 30.

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

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incidents: 12:13 p.m. Sunday, June 7, 200 block South James St., Milford. Officers investigated a report of a domestic disturbance. 9:59 a.m. Sunday, June 7, 300 block East Camp Mack Road, Milford. Tony Ortiz reported theft. Items stolen include a blue kayak. Value: $380.69. 1:13 …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 2:27 p.m. Tuesday, June 2, East US 30, east of South CR 250E, Warsaw. Drivers: Vlad M. Ardelean, 34, Oakland Street, Watertown, Mass.; Lucjan J. Kuzinski, 40, Cronin Avenue, Justice, Ill.; and Raymond J. Curtiss, 27, Elder Road 215, Homewood, Ill. Curtiss …read more.

Let’s celebrate June! June is the beginning of summer, Father’s Day, and, June is Audiobook Month!

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

Warsaw Community Schools and Blosser’s Photography partnered together to take pictures of Warsaw Community High School’s Class of 2020 graduates in their caps and gowns.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 12:37 a.m. Friday, June 5, 200 block Tucker Street, Mentone. A battery incident was reported.  12:28 a.m. Friday, June 5, 2400 block West CR 250S, Warsaw. Lonnie E. Puckett reported a fraud attempt.  North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department …read more.

This weeks Animal Welfare League “Pets of the Week” Include Rusty the dog, and Tiger the cat. 

A Warsaw woman now faces an additional criminal charge after failing to report to the Kosciusko County Jail for a sentence.

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: 1:56 a.m. Friday, June 5, 3700 block South SR 25, Mentone. Officers investigated a report of battery resulting in moderate bodily injury. 2:23 p.m. Thursday, June 4, 3600 block North Barbee Road, Warsaw. Kim E. Satterfield reported identity deception. 10:50 p.m. Wednesday, …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 9:31 p.m. Thursday, June 4, North CR 800W, north of West CR 400N, Warsaw. Drivers: Tyler L. Goodpaster, 23, Old Colony Road, Warsaw. Goodpaster was traveling south on North CR 800W when his vehicle overcorrected and left the roadway. No injuries were …read more.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — A North Manchester man will serve two months in jail if he remains conduct clear after stealing a safe containing jewelry. Keagan Marshall Doran, 23, 10462 N. CR 650E, North Manchester, was charged with theft, a level 6 felony. Doran was originally sentenced in this case on July 19, …read more.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews WARSAW — Tippy Creek Winery, Leesburg, was approved for a beer retailer permit during a Kosciusko County Alcohol and Tobacco Commission virtual meeting on Thursday, June 4. Lori and Daniel Richcreek, the winery’s owners, were present at the meeting. Lori Richcreek said she and Daniel want to bring in no more …read more.

As of noon Thursday, June 4, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported 22 new cases of COVID-19. This brings the county’s number of positive cases to 205.

A Warsaw man was recently arrested after battering and threatening police officers.

Center Street Community Theatre announces plans for a Fall 2020 show, CLUE On Stage by Sandy Rustin.

Eight students in the Warsaw Area Career Center recently received their Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification.

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

WARSAW – Golf courses across the state are open, ready to host the public in our socially distant world.

Fulton County The following people were booked in the Fulton County Jail: Noble County The following people were booked in the Noble County Jail: 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: 3:01 p.m. Monday, June 1, on North CR 200E, near East CR 700N, Warsaw. Drivers: Renee L. Sonnenberg, 38, Carmen Street, Portage; and Sarah A. Silva, 25, Lake John Circle, Winona Lake. Sonnenberg was at a stop sign and did not realize …read more.

A Warsaw man has been arrested after allegedly threatening to shoot several juveniles.

By Ray Balogh InkFreeNews WARSAW — Debbie Messenger acknowledges she can’t fix her counseling clients. But she knows she can introduce them to the one who can. Messenger was born in Wisconsin and spent her “formative years” in Mexico as a missionary kid. “It was a transient lifestyle,” she said. “I was from everywhere and …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 incident: 5:25 p.m. Tuesday, June 2, 7800 block South CR 700W, Claypool. Anthony M. Goodwin reported fraud.   Syracuse Officers with the Syracuse Police Department investigated the following incident: 9:12 p.m. Tuesday, June 2, 4900 block East CR 1200N, Syracuse. Officers investigated a …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accident: 11:09 p.m. Saturday, May 30, Chapman Lake Drive, north of EMS C10 Lane, Warsaw. Driver: Mason W. Reber, 19, East Autumn Trail, Warsaw. Reber was traveling north on Chapman Lake Drive when his vehicle left the roadway, striking a shed. The vehicle …read more.

WARSAW – The Blackburn Run 4 Others is set to take place virtually from June 10-20.

Warsaw Community Schools recently announced three important updates for the Class of 2020 and their families regarding tickets for graduation, senior appreciation and senior photos. 

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana, in cooperation with The Salvation Army of Kosciusko County, will distribute food boxes, meat and dairy to families in need from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, June 3, at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, 1400 E. Smith St., Warsaw.

WARSAW – There will be no open class exhibits at the Kosciusko County Community Fair this year. The decision was announced Tuesday morning. “After much consideration, the Kosciusko County Extension Homemakers Board has decided not to move forward with plans for Open Class Exhibits” due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the announcement said. The group cited …read more.

Ivy Tech Community College, including its Fort Wayne and Warsaw locations, has announced it is offering free classes and training opportunities for 10,000 participants.

A second protest supporting the Black Lives Matter movement will happen from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 3, outside of the Kosciusko County Courthouse.

Kosciusko County The following people were booked into Kosciusko County Jail:

A Warsaw man was recently arrested after allegedly making verbal threats and damaging an apartment.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following incident: 8:30 p.m. Thursday, May 28, 500 block South Main St., Milford. Paul D. Scott Jr.’s home was spotted by an officer with its door open and no one present; burglary is assumed.   North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the …read more.

Parkview Whitley/Warsaw President Scott Gabriel recently released a letter to the public thanking businesses, organizations and individuals for showing frontline workers their support and appreciation during the COVID-19 pandemic.

A Warsaw woman will serve more than a year in jail pending her acceptance into the Kosciusko County Work Release program for two fraud cases.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 11:29 a.m. Friday, May 29, Arlington Lane, north of Petro Drive, Warsaw. Drivers: David L. Smith, 84, Arlington Lane, Warsaw; and Sanjuana J. Galvan, 28, Administration Boulevard, Winona Lake. Smith was backing out of a parking space and struck Galvan’s vehicle as …read more.

Tex Alan Plummer, 72 , a longtime Warsaw resident, passed away quietly at 1:40 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27, 2020, in Peabody Retirement Community, North Manchester.  Tex was the son of the late Harvey and Nancy (Glause) Plummer. He was a 1966 graduate of Larwill High School and entered into service with the United States …read more.

Naomi L. Whitaker, 66, Warsaw, (formerly of Syracuse) passed away at 4 a.m. on Monday, May 25, 2020, at Paddock Springs Healthcare in Warsaw. She was born on April 1, 1954, in South Bend, to George Everett & Betty M. (Merritt) Adams. She grew up in Muncie,  moved to North Webster / Leesburg area in …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 1:37 p.m. Thursday, May 28, Barbee Road, Warsaw. Drivers: Mike Bryant, 65, West CR 200S, Warsaw; and Ronald Shortt, 23, EMS B42 Lane, Leesburg. Bryant was backing out of a driveway when he entered the roadway, into the path of Shortt’s vehicle. …read more.

A local man will serve seven years in prison after administering heroin to a man who died as a result of a drug overdose almost two years ago.

The Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory and Family Safety Day Committee have made the decision to postpone Family Safety Day, which was originally scheduled for Sept. 19 of this year. the postponement is due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Kenneth L. Anglin, 90, Warsaw, passed away at 7 a.m.  on Wednesday, May 27, 2020, in Miller’s Merry Manor of Warsaw. Kenneth was born Oct. 9, 1929, in Nappanee, to Virgil and Bessie (Ruby) Anglin. He was united in marriage to Carmen (Thompson) Anglin, who preceded him in death in 2005. Kenneth was a lifetime resident …read more.

News Release WARSAW – Food Bank of Northern Indiana Mobile Food Distributions for the week of June 1-4. Wednesday, June 3, 2020 – Kosciusko County 10 a.m. – Noon WHERE: Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, 1400 E. Smith St. (Front Parking Lot), Warsaw  Thursday, June 4, 2020 – Marshall County 10 a.m. – Noon WHERE:  Argos Elementary …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incidents: 10:41 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, 500 block Pike Street, Warsaw. Domestic battery incident was investigated.  8:28 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, 500 block Pike Street, Warsaw.  An incident of domestic battery was investigated.  5:47 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, 2400 block Detroit Street, Warsaw. A cell …read more.

The Summer Food Service Program for Children was created to serve nutritious meals to children when the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Program meals are not available.

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

Donald Delbert Masterson, 80, Warsaw, (formerly of Plymouth), passed away at 10:35 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26, 2020, at his residence. Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, 4356 N. St. Rd. 15, Warsaw, IN 46582, is in charge of arrangements.

William R. Baldwin, 83, Warsaw, passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2020, in St. Joseph Regional Medical Ctr, Plymouth. Bill was born June 13, 1936, in Perth Amboy, N.J., to William G. and Lydia (Malwitz) Baldwin.  He spent his childhood in Carteret, N.J., moving to Spring Lake Heights, N.J., at the Jersey Shore. Eventually relocating …read more.

Tex A. Plummer, 72, Warsaw,  passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 27, 2020, in North Manchester at Peabody Retirement Community.  Arrangements are pending with Titus Funeral Home.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 6:05 a.m. Wednesday, May 27, East US 30, near South CR 450E, Warsaw. Driver: Mark W. Ganger, 57, Chapman Lake Drive, Warsaw. Ganger was traveling east on US 30 when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $2,500. 2:21 p.m. Tuesday, …read more.

Kosciusko County  Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 8:40 p.m. Friday, May 22, 4700 block North SR 13, Leesburg. Lea A. Couture reported the theft of a boat. Value: $48,500. 8:43 a.m. Wednesday, May 27, 500 block North Ward Lane, North Webster. Karen R. Rider reported criminal mischief. 8:11 a.m. …read more.

WARSAW – Harrison Mevis did two things extremely well, earning him a spot at No. 3 on our athletes countdown.

A local man will be sentenced at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 28, after administering heroin to a man who died as a result of a drug overdose almost two years ago.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 7:02 a.m. Sunday, May 24, 5700 block South Woodland Lane, Warsaw. Dane E. Gans reported criminal mischief to his vehicle. 6:34 a.m. Sunday, May 24, 6600 block South CR 300E, Claypool. Officers investigated a report of invasion of privacy. 3:37 p.m. Saturday, …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 12:09 a.m. Tuesday, May 26, South SR 15, north of West CR 350S, Warsaw. Driver: Jason W. Stromatt, 45, West CR 250S, Warsaw. Stromatt was traveling north on South SR 15 on a motorcycle when a deer entered the roadway. Stromatt sustained …read more.

The Building Trades program of the Warsaw Area Career Center will be hosting an open house from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 27.

Pierceton Pierceton Police Department investigated the following accident: 9:20 p.m. Sunday, May 17, South CR 700E, west of East CR 350S, Pierceton. Driver: Matthew P. Rodgers, 26, Van Ness Road, Pierceton. Rodgers was traveling north on CR 700E when a deer ran out onto the roadway and struck Rodgers’ vehicle. Damage up to $10,000.    …read more.

Justin R. Miner, 38, Warsaw, passed away at 12:40 p.m. on Thursday, May 21, 2020, in Warsaw. He was born on Jan. 24, 1982, in Warsaw, to Michael & Linda (Skeans) Miner. He was a lifetime Warsaw area resident and graduated from Warsaw High School in 2000. He attended Warsaw Community Church, was a member …read more.

State Rep. Dave Wolkins recently issued a statement on remembering and honoring fallen service members.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 9:26 a.m. Friday, May 22, 200 block Morgan Street, Mentone. Police investigated report of a dog bite.  10:15 p.m. Thursday, May 21, 400 block Catherine Street, Milford. Kirby Dean reported criminal mischief. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following …read more.

When the call came in for masks, due to the COVID-19 crisis, one Leesburg woman knew she needed to spring into action. Ever since, Marsha Frantisak of Leesburg has been making masks for United Way of Kosciusko County.

Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts will perform the musical “Always… Patsy Cline” for three weekends in August.

The following is a list of Memorial Day weekend events happening in Kosciusko County, as well as a list of events that will not occur this year due to COVID-19 restrictions:

WARSAW – Warsaw’s Noah Burgh is the 2020 recipient of the Austin McCleary Memorial Scholarship.

Residents of Kosciusko County may once again begin bringing hazardous household chemical for drop-off at KC Recycling.

With an unexpected challenging year for Kosciusko County students, the Kosciusko Board of Realtors is still pleased to be able to announce 2020 scholarship winners. Evan Coblentz, Olivia Long, and Jack Stewart are this year’s winners.

North Webster Officers with the North Webster Police Department investigated the following accident: 2:28 p.m. Thursday, May 21, SR13, North Webster. Drivers: Steven P. Coverstone, 64, Backwater Road, North Webster; and Galena S. Stocklin, 46, Hiawatha Drive, Syracuse. Coverstone’s vehicle rear-ended Stocklin’s vehicle. Damage up to $10,000.  Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated …read more.

Warsaw Community Schools recently announced that online registration is now open for all students for the 2020-21 school year.

The retirement party for former Kosciusko County Community Foundation CEO Suzie Light has been rescheduled to Aug. 18 at the Winona Heritage Room.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 7:10 a.m. Thursday, May 21, East CR 1400N, west of North Warner Road, Syracuse. Driver: Darin R. Bemiller, 55, Seth Ward Road, Syracuse. Bemiller swerved to avoid striking deer and his vehicle went off the roadway and down an embankment. Damage up …read more.

As of noon Thursday, May 21, the Kosciusko County Health Department reported six new cases of COVID-19. The county’s total number of positive cases is now at 68.

Blosser’s Photography will be taking professional pictures of all of Warsaw Community High School’s Class of 2020 graduates in their caps and gowns from 1 to 4 p.m. Friday, June 5.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 7:06 a.m. Wednesday, May 20, North Fox Farm Road, south of South Side Drive, Warsaw. Driver: Ryan M. Workman, 26, North Buffalo Street, Warsaw. Workman was traveling north on Fox Farm Road when a deer entered the roadway. Damage up to $5,000. …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The NFHS released updated rules for the 2020-21 gymnastics season, which oversees the IHSAA.

Anyone who would like to donate artwork or art-related supplies and equipment to the Lakeland Art Association’s first online auction must do so from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 20; or from 2 to 6 p.m. Thursday, May 21.

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

A man was recently arrested after taking a person’s vehicle for a test drive and never returning it.

Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 11:54 a.m. Tuesday, May 19, 2400 block West CR 250S, Warsaw. Adam M. Hyde reported the theft of a credit card. 5:53 p.m. Monday, May 18, 2500 block Walton Blvd., Warsaw. A store representative reported the theft of various items bought at …read more.

WARSAW – Checking in at No. 8 is Warsaw’s Grant Knight, who concluded his high school swim career with a top 10 of his own at the IHSAA State Finals.