INDIANAPOLIS — More than 4,000 Hoosiers have tested positive for COVID-19, according to the Indiana Department of Health. The latest posting on the ISDH website shows the number of deaths increased from 101 on Friday morning to 127 on Saturday evening. The number of positive cases in Indiana … Read More
WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Council has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 9, to lead by example on the importance of staying at home. Items that were scheduled to be heard at the meeting did not require immediate approval and could be addressed at the … Read More
WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert released an open letter to the Warsaw community on Friday, April 3. “The 2019-20 school year will go down as one of the most unique in our 175 years of public education in the greater Warsaw community. While our … Read More
WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools has responded to questions raised after the announcement from Governor Eric Holcomb that all schools in Indiana extend the closing of physical buildings. During these challenging times, WCS is committed to communicating updates and the latest news through the FAQs on the district … Read More
SYRACUSE — The outpouring of support during this pandemic continues in the Syracuse community. The Women of Today sponsored another free meal giveaway on Friday, April 3, with the assistance of The Channel Marker. What began as a food giveaway with 100 meals turned into a total of 222 meals made and given away Friday afternoon. Those who came were given meals of fried chicken, mashed potatoes and green beans from The Channel Marker.
Read MoreINDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric Holcomb announced on Friday, April 3, that Indiana has been granted a federal major disaster declaration, which provides funds to help communities recover from COVID-19. The funding can be used to cover costs of emergency needs including crisis counseling, food programs, temporary shelters, protective … Read More
WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools’ Food and Nutrition Services Department recently announced changes it has made to its meal distribution program. To keep staff and families safe, every Monday, Warsaw Schools will now provide five days of meals (one snack and one lunch) for each child (no adults) … Read More
NOBLE COUNTY — Noble County’s 2019 payable 2020 tax statements should be sent out no later than April 10, according to Michele Bricker, Noble County Treasurer. Residents will notice the tax bills look different this year and will need to use the appropriate spring or fall coupon when … Read More
WARSAW — In light of Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb’s press release and executive order on Thursday, April 2, Warsaw Community Schools will extend the closing of physical school buildings through the end of the 2019-20 school year. As previously messaged, Warsaw Schools and active student learning continues to … Read More
SYRACUSE — Syracuse Strong is a fitting motto for this community as for the third time in a week, free meals will be offered to those in need. This event is due to the generosity of a local organization. Women of Today and The Channel Marker, 5793 E. … Read More
INDIANAPOLIS —Indiana Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Jennifer McCormick has announced that all K-12 schools will have to deliver remote instruction for the remainder of the school year. The announcement was made Thursday, April 2, during Gov. Eric Holcomb’s press briefing on the virus outbreak. For K-12 education, … Read More
SYRACUSE — Vehicles stretched along SR 13 and Bowser Road well past Burger King Wednesday, April 1, to receive free meals at Chubbies Pub-N-Grub. While serving time began at 4 p.m., 10 vehicles had already lined up by 3 p.m. “Sleepy Owl did something similar,” Angie Racolta, real … Read More
WARSAW — In order to combat the loneliness that can come from being at home, keep people active and continue to connect with the community, the Kosciusko County YMCA has started livestreaming workouts.
Read MoreWARSAW — Want to show your support for healthcare workers who are on the frontlines of a pandemic? There’s a chance Thursday night, April 2, when a group hosts “Shining Lights on Healthcare Help” at the Kosciusko Community Hospital’s north parking lot at 8 p.m. Thursday, April 2. … Read More
SYRACUSE — Evan Coblentz has been named valedictorian and Michael Hammer salutatorian for the Wawasee High School Class of 2020. Evan is the son of Allen and Mindy Coblentz of North Webster. Evan plans to attend Purdue University and major in animal science with a pre-veterinary concentration. He … Read More
INDIANAPOLIS — The Kroger Family of Companies recently announced that it will provide all hourly frontline grocery, supply chain, manufacturing, pharmacy and call center associates with a Hero Bonus — a $2 premium above their standard base rate of pay, applied to hours worked from March 29 through … Read More
