WARSAW — For her first run at public office, Wayne Township Trustee Jeanie Stackhouse must have done something right. She defeated a fellow Republican candidate in the 2018 primary and prevailed in the general election by a decisive margin, capturing 73 percent of the vote. “It was a maiden … Read More
SYRACUSE — Turkey Creek Fire Territory and township advisory board members took their oath of office Monday, Jan. 14, administered by Andrew Grossnickle, who was reappointed township attorney. Also sworn in was newly elected township trustee Julie Close, who replaced retiring trustee Barb Griffith. Both boards signed the 2019 … Read More
If a coalition of business, health and other advocacy groups have their way, cigarettes in the Hoosier state will cost $2 more per pack. Several organizations, including Tobacco Free Indiana and Raise It For Health Coalition, are lobbying this year’s state legislature to triple the current cigarette tax, … Read More
SYRACUSE — Lakes Area Players will be hold auditions for “Christ’s Passion,” their annual passion play from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 6, and 5:30 to 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 7. At 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 7, the group will hold an informal meeting and music rehearsal. Rehearsal … Read More
ATWOOD — Atwood Aldersgate United Methodist Church will hold a Christmas Eve candlelight service at 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 24. The public is invited to celebrate the coming of the Christ Child with the singing of Christmas hymns, special music and lighting of candles. The church’s sister congregation, Clunette … Read More
NORTH WEBSTER — They say a committed group of people each doing a little bit adds up to a lot. The good folks at North Webster Church of God proved that again this Christmas season. In the church’s second annual three-week Be Rich “generosity campaign,” congregation members dropped their … Read More
SYRACUSE — Turkey Creek Township Advisory Board Monday, Dec. 10, approved Fire Chief Mickey Scott’s two requests to encumber funds for the 2019 fiscal budget. The first encumbrance entailed $13,000 from the dues and a training line item. That amount was transferred to next year’s budget to help cover … Read More
LEESBURG — Clunette United Methodist Church will host “Bethlehem Morning,” its annual Christmas choir cantata, at 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16. The public is invited to prepare their hearts for the celebration of the coming of the Christ Child. Refreshments will follow the performance. Clunette United Methodist Church … Read More
WARSAW — Sometimes just the right Christmas blessing comes along to just the right person. Ciera England of Leesburg won the first place prize in the Kosciusko County Christmas Bucks contest. She received $800 in Christmas Bucks, which she is “going to use to buy things for my family,” … Read More
SYRACUSE — The Sanctuary, 10121 SR 13, Syracuse, will host the annual community Thanksgiving service at 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 18. The event is sponsored by the Syracuse-Wawasee Area Ministerial Association. The service’s theme is “The Blessing of Thorns.” “This year, as in the past, the Syracuse Elementary … Read More
NORTH WEBSTER — Though North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce lacked a quorum necessary to take any official action Monday, Nov. 12, the members present discussed a full slate of topics. Brenda Peterson presented the treasurer’s report, noting the organization has $5,019.06 in its general account and $10,813.34 plus … Read More
SYRACUSE — Turkey Creek fire and township advisory boards Monday, Nov. 12, unanimously approved a resolution determining 2019 fire department salaries and a three-year collective bargaining agreement. Fire department personnel will receive a 4 percent salary increase in 2019 and a 2 percent increase each of the following two … Read More
WARSAW — The American Legion started its centennial year in August 2018. Post 49 of Warsaw is not far behind. Next year the post will celebrate both the national organization’s and its own 100th birthday. Post 49 was established in 1919 and has made its home since 1950 in … Read More
WINONA LAKE — Winona Lake Grace Brethren Church, 1200 Kings Highway, will host a Home Sweet Home dessert and quilt auction at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, at The Hub, a community building behind the church at the corner of Publishers Drive and College Avenue in Winona Lake. … Read More
WARSAW — Half a dozen Kosciusko County elected officials are running unopposed in the general election Tuesday, Nov. 6. The officials, all Republican, are Michael W. Reed, circuit court judge; Daniel H. Hampton, prosecuting attorney; Michelle L. Puckett, auditor; Joetta Mitchell, recorder; Kyle P. Dukes, sheriff; and Susan D. … Read More
MILFORD — Milford Chapel, 321 Beer Road, will host its annual soup supper from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13. The meal includes all-you-can-eat soup, salad bar, homemade breads, soft serve ice cream, homemade baked goods and beverages. Members of the church’s youth group will prepare and … Read More
