Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 5:01 a.m. Monday, Aug. 19, 2300 block North CR 350W, Warsaw. Nipsco reported a car that struck a pole. 11:01 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, 11600 block McCulloch Road, Syracuse. Officers investigated a report of a verbal … Read More
SOUTH WHITLEY — Even after ranking high in a national archery tournament, South Whitley Elementary School sixth-grader Cassidy Skinner is aiming to improve her skills and scores. Cassidy, daughter of Jeremy and Melissa Skinner, competed at the 2019 National Archery in the Schools Program Eastern Nationals in … Read More
SOUTH WHITLEY — Congratulations were in order for the Whitko FFA last week as they hosted their annual dinner banquet and awards ceremony. During this celebration, it is also a time to recognize the hard work of the senior class, thank the current officers and welcome the newest … Read More
SOUTH WHITLEY – Whitko High School senior Chase Castillo signed his National Letter of Intent to continue his soccer career at Manchester University.
Read MoreSIDNEY — Firefighters from Sidney, Silver Lake, South Whitley and North Manchester converged on the property of Robert and H. Elaine Miller, 11037 S. 600E, North Manchester, Saturday evening, after a report of a possible fire, turned out to be a structure fire. According to Sidney Fire Chief … Read More
SOUTH WHITLEY — The welding technology program at Whitko High School continues dual-credit status with Ivy Tech Community College. Students enrolled in welding technology classes have the opportunity to earn college credit while they are in high school. These credits are valid for Ivy Tech Community College and … Read More
SOUTH WHITLEY — Nine Whitko High School students took the American Welding Society Welder Certification Test on April 17 at the Steel Dynamics Keith E. Busse Technology Center of Ivy Tech Community College, Fort Wayne. Passing students earned a worldwide recognized certification in the Gas Metal Arc Welding … Read More
SOUTH WHITLEY — Whitko Jr./Sr. High School won 13 awards in the Kosciusko County Lakes and Streams 11th annual Wonderful Water student art contest. WJSHS art students received a total of 13 out of the possible 19 awards from their grade categories. The program is designed to raise … Read More
Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: … Read More
SOUTH WHITLEY — Whitko School Board recognized the corporation’s transportation department and discussed student projects during its meeting Monday, April 15. Jim Bumbaugh, a bus driver for Whitko School Corporation, attended the meeting with approximately 12 bus drivers and discussed recent changes the transportation department has made with … Read More
SOUTH WHITLEY — Ink Free News was recently contacted by an anonymous source regarding an alleged child abuse situation that reportedly occurred at Pierceton Elementary School. The source reported the incident to Ink Free News on March 19, the day after Whitko School Board’s meeting. During the school … Read More
SOUTH WHITLEY — The resignation of Pierceton Elementary School Principal Mike McClain was announced during the Whitko School Board meeting Monday, March 18. Dr. Brandon Penrod, Whitko School Corporation superintendent, read McClain’s letter of resignation to the board. His resignation will be effective June 30 of this year. … Read More
Kosciusko The following people were booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: … Read More
SOUTH WHITLEY — On Tuesday, March 5, children’s author Troy Cummings visited the Maker’s Space at South Whitley Elementary School to deliver a private reading to students in grades kindergarten through second. Cummings is the author of “Can I Be Your Dog?”, a book about the lovable Arfy. … Read More
SOUTH WHITLEY — Recent changes in Whitko Community Schools’ central office have paved the way for new staff including a new superintendent, new director of curriculum and special services, and new treasurer. Naturally, with that come new opportunities to build relationships within the community. As a result, Superintendent … Read More
