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Whitley County BABE Appoints Five New Members

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COLUMBIA CITY — Whitley County BABE, a non-profit organization that specializes in providing resources and a community for moms and families, announced the appointment of five new members to their board of directors. Tiffany Careins, soulmedic advisor for Remedy Live; Niki Harris, registered nurse; Laura Leffler, long-time supporter … Read More

Mentone Council Hears Concerns Over Mobile Home Park Conditions

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  MENTONE — The Mentone Town Council heard concerns regarding living conditions in a local mobile home court at its monthly meeting, Wednesday, Dec. 4. Councilmember Tim Croy brought to the council’s attention complaints regarding the conditions at Kline Trailer Court. Jeff and Sarah McCoy, currently of Rochester, … Read More

Animal Welfare League Continues Seeking Funds For New Home

InkFreeNews.com avatar  Updated: Dec 4, 2019 @ 1:52 PM

PIERCETON — The Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County has been at its new shelter location for two months now. However, the AWL still needs approximately $800,000 to fully cover the cost of the new shelter. “We are so blessed to have this building,” said AWL Board President … Read More

Downtown Warsaw And Rotary Club Join Forces To Support “Angel Tree”

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WARSAW — The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Program kicks off Saturday, Dec. 6. The Salvation Army Angel Tree program will kick off in Downtown Warsaw during “First Friday,” Dec. 6, as Warsaw Rotary Club holds its 92nd Annual “Rotary Toy Day.”  Members will bring toys to their club … Read More

Art In Action: Is This Art?

InkFreeNews.com avatar  Updated: Dec 4, 2019 @ 10:58 AM

By Darla McCammon With very little time between Thanksgiving and Christmas this year, you might want to get a head start on holiday baking. Did you ever think about the art in making those Christmas cookies we leave out, along with a cold glass of milk, for Santa … Read More

Ten Complete Grace College Kauffman FastTrac for Spanish Speakers

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WINONA LAKE — Grace College School of Business recently celebrated the completion of its first Kauffman FastTrac taught in Spanish. The seven-week program sponsored by the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce and the Gordon Institute for Enterprise Development was a resounding success for the 10 participants and two instructors … Read More

Students Donate Toiletry Items In Fundraiser For Recovering Addicts

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WARSAW — As Sarah Lockridge endeavors to collect $10,000 to use for clothing and personal supplies for recovering addicts, she said she recently began to worry that she might not raise enough money to set aside for toiletries. And then she got an email from Warsaw Community High … Read More

Leesburg Elementary Holds Annual Turkey Read Day

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LEESBURG — Third graders at Leesburg Elementary School gathered for the twelfth annual Turkey Read Day on Nov. 26. Special guest readers included the coaching team of Warsaw Community Schools, with volunteers from Grace College and Combined Community Services. Students read in their pajamas throughout the day and … Read More

UPDATE: Police Link Tuesday’s Robbery Attempt To Nov. 12 Robbery

InkFreeNews.com avatar  Updated: Dec 3, 2019 @ 9:03 PM

WARSAW – Police believe the same person involved in an attempted robbery of a credit union Tuesday in Warsaw was the same involved in a Nov. 12 robbery. Indiana Lakes Federal Credit Union, 322 S. Detroit St., was the apparent target of a robbery on Tuesday afternoon. Warsaw … Read More

Longtime Winona Lake Civic Leader, Terry Howie, Died Monday

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WINONA LAKE — Longtime Winona Lake civic leader, Terry Howie, passed away Monday evening, Dec. 2. Howie died following an accident at his home. He was 73. Howie was born in Johnstown, Pa. He moved to Winona Lake in 1964 to began his studies at Grace College & … Read More

County May Waive Late Payment Penalties Following Website Error

InkFreeNews.com avatar  Updated: Dec 3, 2019 @ 7:38 PM

WARSAW — Kosciusko County will consider waiving any late fees for taxpayers who submitted tax payments a day late as a result of an online error. Fall tax payments were due Nov. 12, but the treasurer’s website indicated incorrectly that the deadline was Nov. 13, a mistake that … Read More

Toys for Tots Event At Martin’s Saturday Morning

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WARSAW — Kosciusko County Toys for Tots will have its annual toy drive Saturday morning, Dec. 7, with WNDU 16. This year’s toy drive will be at Martin’s Supermarket on Husky Trail next to Menard’s from 7-11 a.m. A caravan of fire trucks will make its way to … Read More

Warsaw Police Warns Of Local Counterfeiter

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WARSAW — The Warsaw Police Department is advising the public, especially those who work jobs that involve accepting money, of a local counterfeiter. On Dec. 2, several local businesses received counterfeit $100 bills. According to the WPD, there are two details that can be spotted on these counterfeit … Read More

2019 Chamber Award Nominations End Dec. 6

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WARSAW — Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce is currently accepting nominations for its 2019 Chamber Awards. The Chamber annually honors businesses and individuals for their role in business, community and economic growth in Kosciusko County. The Chamber is currently accepting award nominations to honor said businesses. Award nominees must … Read More

‘One Starry Night’ Concert Saturday At Winona Heritage Room

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WINONA LAKE — “Christmas in the Village: One Starry Night,” a gala choral and instrumental holiday concert featuring Tim Zimmerman and The King’s Brass, will be performed this Sunday, Dec. 8 at 4:30 and 7 p.m. in the Winona Heritage Room in Winona Lake. “One Starry Night” is … Read More

Lake City Bank Promotes Karina Cervantes

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WARSAW — Lake City Bank is pleased to announce that Karina Cervantes has been promoted to Assistant Vice President, People Development Officer. In this role, Cervantes works with new employees throughout the onboarding process and handles family and medical leave, short-term and long-term disability program requests. She also … Read More

Claypool Woman Faces Charges For Alleged Fraud And Theft

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WARSAW — A Claypool woman faces charges for alleged fraud and theft. Ruth Marie Steffen, 612 East CR 900S, Claypool, was arrested on a warrant for fraud, a level 6 felony; theft, a class A misdemeanor; and a level 6 felony sentence enhancement. On Oct. 3, the Kosciusko … Read More