KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — As we head into the New Year and weekend celebrations, the National Weather Service is predicting a clear and relatively warm weekend. Highs Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 will be around 40. There is a slight chance of snow showers Saturday, with a 20 percent chance … Read More
PIERCETON — Council members met for an annual year end meeting for the Town of Pierceton last night, Dec. 29. The meeting was routine as members signed annual contracts, passed resolutions and approved budget transfers to end the year with a clean slate. 2017 contracts were approved for … Read More
INDIANA — Isolated snowstorms combined with persistent and gusty winds are set to hit much of Indiana this evening and on Friday, Dec. 30. The Indiana Department of Transportation and National Weather Service advise that these sudden, intense snow squalls could quickly reduce visibility and create hazardous travel … Read More
WARSAW — A Kosciusko County church rich in heritage is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. First United Methodist Church of Warsaw is still going strong at 425 members to this day. The church traces its beginnings back to 1838, when Rev. Richard D. Hargrave, a circuit rider, … Read More
WINONA LAKE — The town of Winona Lake will pick up Christmas trees beginning Tuesday, Dec. 27, weather permitting.
Read MoreThe North American Aerospace Defense Command is celebrating the 61st Anniversary of tracking Santa’s yuletide journey! The NORAD Tracks Santa website features Santa’s North Pole Village, which includes a holiday countdown, games, activities and more. The website is available in eight languages: English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, … Read More
WARSAW — This winter Fellowship Missions will be open as a warming center during the day for anyone who needs protection from the freezing temperatures. Fellowship Missions will open their gathering room when the temperature is at, or below, 32 degrees Fahrenheit during the day, the wind chill … Read More
INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Transportation is recommending that residents along state and U.S. highways make good use of the warmer temperatures to prepare their mailboxes for our next winter blast. Snow and ice removal is INDOT’s number one priority in the winter months. INDOT’s yellow plow … Read More
WARSAW — The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development awarded $17.9 million to support 105 homeless housing and service programs in Indiana. The Continuum of Care Competition grants announced Dec. 20 provide critically needed housing and support services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness across the state. Locally, the … Read More
KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Meeting dates for the Kosciusko County Local Emergency Planning Committee have been announced for 2017. All meetings are open to the public. Dates for 2017 will be Feb. 9, May 11, Aug. 10 and Nov. 9. Meetings begin at 3 p.m. in the Justice Building, … Read More
WARSAW — In November 2015, the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department named a Sheila Wieringa as its new recreation director. Wieringa had already spent five years in an administrative assistant position, but most of her life has been spent collecting a wealth of experience that made her a … Read More
WARSAW — The Warsaw Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying the man in the pictures above. He is a suspect in a theft from a local business. The white van pictured is what he was seen leaving in. If you recognize the subject/van, please contact … Read More
North Webster Town Council finished its 2016 business Tuesday, Dec. 20. “Our past year has been good,” said Jon Sroufe, council president. “We are looking for a smooth 2017,” said council member Lisa Strombeck. “We did a lot of upgrading to our infrastructure.” Much of that upgrading involved … Read More
WARSAW — In observance of Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, City of Warsaw offices will be closed Friday, Dec. 23, Monday, Dec. 26 and Monday, Jan. 2. The following changes will be made to City provided trash services: Friday, Dec. 23 will be picked up … Read More
SYRACUSE — The mood at the December meeting of Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District turned quickly from jolly to pensive as the board moved from Christmas party mode to discussions of a $53,000 study during the Monday, Dec. 19, meeting.
Read MoreAtwood Aldersgate and Clunette United Methodist churches will alternate Christmas Eve and Christmas Day services. Atwood Aldersgate will host a candlelight service at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 24. The service will feature Christmas hymns and special music and readings. Pastor Mike Beezley will deliver the message, “Isaiah’s Light.” … Read More
