This article has been updated to reflect additional and/or corrected information. WINONA LAKE — The weather was perfect for Canal Days, held in Winona Lake Saturday, Aug. 24. The family-friendly event, featuring craft and art booths, food vendors and kids’ activities, drew a large crowd. The main attraction was … Read More
By Denise Keller, Adult Programming Coordinator WARSAW — The following programs are set to take place in September at the Warsaw Community Public Library. WorkOne computer and resume/interviewing classes. Contact the library for details. Friends of the Library will host its monthly meeting Sept. 3 at 1 p.m. … Read More
It’s been five years since Warsaw City Council shot down an ordinance that would have allowed residents to have a few hens in their backyards, but according to two candidates, the issue is still on the minds of voters. Josh Finch and Chris Plack, both vying for the … Read More
WARSAW — Actor and singer Emily Behny is back in Kosciusko County for a “Coming Home” benefit concert, designed to benefit All Things New in Warsaw. Behny is a Warsaw Community High School graduate, Ball State University alumnus, and Silver Lake native who has stepped into the shoes … Read More
NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Community Public Library will host its 13th annual Cemetery Walk from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8. Open to the public free of charge, this living history event is sponsored by the library’s Local History and Genealogy Center. During the cemetery walk, the library conducts guided … Read More
WARSAW — Ivy Tech Community College Warsaw is hosting a first responders career fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 18. This event is designed to connect Ivy Tech Warsaw students and interested community members with first responders from the area. Visitors can meet with local first … Read More
WINONA LAKE — The Kosciusko Board of Realtors has announced they will partner with Habitat for Humanity of Kosciusko County for the 5th Annual 5K Build a Home-Run/Walk. The 2019 event is scheduled for Saturday Sept. 21 and registration starts at 8 a.m., with the race kicking off at … Read More
NORTH MANCHESTER — Following a year of study in Strasbourg, France, Manchester University senior Emily Lynn will present a recital of works for soprano, including arias by Mozart, Puccini and Menotti, and German lieder, French chansons and American art songs. The recital is at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. … Read More
WARSAW — Kosciusko County Council hashed out final details to the proposed 2020 budget and heard a staunch argument from one of the county’s judges regarding the need for another probation officer thanks to a state-mandated edict geared toward relieving crowded jails. While County Council tied up loose … Read More
WINONA LAKE — Christian music artist Josh Garrels will perform at the Grace College campus at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 6, on the lawn at the corner of Kings Highway and Wooster Road. Part of the Grace College and Village at Winona Festival of Music, the free outdoor … Read More
LEESBURG – Tippecanoe Lake Country Club will host the 18th annual Warsaw Tiger Basketball Golf Classic, set for Sunday, Sept. 22.
Read MoreNORTH WEBSTER —The Watershed Foundation has announced the appointment of a new communications coordinator, Meghan Smith. Smith brings more than 10 years’ media experience to the position and will work closely with Watershed Foundation’s Executive Director Lyn Crighton to share the organization’s important message with the local community. … Read More
WARSAW — Warsaw Area Career Center’s Advanced Manufacturing Class is campaigning for an influx of online votes as their timeframe for earning a large grant approaches. The class is seeking a $25,000 grant and must finish in the top 40 in online voting to receive the funds, said … Read More
WARSAW — The passing of a bogus $20 bill led police into an investigation that resulted in a Fort Wayne woman facing several charges, including stealing another woman’s identity. Heather Rene Stanley, 40, Fort Wayne, is charged with identity deception, forgery and counterfeiting, all level 6 felonies. An … Read More
AKRON — The town of Akron is inviting festival-goers to help it celebrate fall in small town style. Akron’s Summer’s End Festival with the theme “Feel The Small Town Magic,” will include free games for the children, food vendors, a visit from Ms. Indiana, a stroll back in time … Read More
MENTONE — Once the votes were counted at Wednesday night’s town convention, Nicki Norris was announced as the Mentone clerk-treasurer. The Republican convention was held in Mentone Wednesday, Aug. 21, to determine which of two Republicans will fill the open position once current Mentone Clerk-Treasurer Barb Ross’ term … Read More
