KCCRVC Approves $19K To Partially Fund New Boat For Lake City Skiers
The Kosciusko County Convention, Recreation and Visitors Commission approved giving $19,000 to the Lake City Skiers for the hull of a new team boat Wednesday, July 16.
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Etna Green’s newest mural becomes an official reality
Three years in the making, and three days of painting culminated Saturday morning, July 12, in Etna Green with speeches and a community ribbon cutting for the newest mural in town.
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Phyllis J. Whirledge
Phyllis Joan Whirledge, 97, died Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at The Waters of Wakarusa. She was born Oct. 14, 1927. On May 4, 1947, she married Ernest Eugene Whirledge, who preceded her in death in 2003. She is survived by two sons, Michael (Peggy) Whirledge, Rochester, and Ed … Read More
Etna Green Clerk-Treasurer Candidacy Filing Extended
The deadline for filing for the position of Etna Green Clerk-Treasurer has been extended according to Mike Ragan, Kosciusko County Republican chairman.
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Etna Green Council Approves Paving Contract For Heritage Park Walking Path
The Etna Green Town Council approved a contract for paving work for the Heritage Park walking path project during a Tuesday, July 8, council meeting.
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Vining ‘Wows’ With Etna Green Mural, Even In Early Stages
When Justin Vining first heard four to five years ago, there was some consideration being given about a new mural in his hometown of Etna Green, he knew he wanted to be on the shortlist of artists considered for it.
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Ribbon Cutting to Celebrate New Community Mural in Etna Green
Hoosier Enduring Legacy Program Kosciusko and town of Etna Green are proud to invite the community to a special ribbon-cutting ceremony for the unveiling of a new public mural, titled “Welcome to Etna Green”, located at 107 N. Walnut St., Etna Green.
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Kevin D. Irwin
Kevin Duane “Big Kevin” Irwin, 70, Tippecanoe, died at 7:50 a.m. Friday, July 4, 2025, at home. He was born April 25, 1955, in Plymouth. His wife, MaDonna (Hensley) Irwin, whom he married Aug. 14, 1976, survives. He also is survived by his children, Lalena (Ben) Cook, Etna … Read More
York Serves As Grand Marshal Of Etna Green 4th Parade
A former Etna Green public servant was recognized during the town’s Fourth of July celebration on Friday, July 4.
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Plenty Of Area Fireworks Shows To See This Week
If you missed Winona Lake’s fireworks show Saturday, you can still witness numerous shows in the area.
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Aden W. Chupp, Mary Sue Chupp
Husband and wife Aden W. Chupp, 62, and Mary Sue (Bontrager) Chupp, 61, Nappanee, died at 5:43 p.m. Monday, June 30, 2025, at the scene of an accident in Marshall County. Aden was born May 14, 1963. Mary was born Aug. 5, 1963. They were married Sept. 26, … Read More
Timeline From The Past: Etna Green, Turkey Creek History
From the Files of the Kosciusko County Historical Society Editor’s note: This is a retrospective article that runs a few times a month on InkFreeNews. July 3, 1954 — The city, as well as the neighboring communities, looked forward to the opening Sunday of Warsaw’s big Lakeland Festival … Read More
Etna Green Planning 4th Celebration
Etna Green’s annual Fourth of July celebration is about “bringing positivity” to the area, said Josh Hartzell.
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Ervin E. Stutzman
Ervin E. Stutzman, 85, Nappanee, died Tuesday night, June 24, 2025, at home. He was born April 22, 1940. His wife, Ida Mae (Frey) Stutzman, whom he married Jan. 14, 1960s, survives. He also is survived by five children, LaVerne Stutzman, Milford, Omer (Inez) Stutzman, Milford, Lauretta (Wayne) … Read More
Stephen A. Huffman — UPDATED
Stephen Allen Huffman, known to most as “Steve,” passed away peacefully in his home in Lancaster, Ky., on Saturday, June 21, 2025, with his wife, Carol, by his side. Steve was born July 9, 1943, to John and Mary Virginia “Ginger” Klinefelter Huffman in Warsaw. He was raised … Read More
Louise J. Reichert — UPDATED
Louise J. Reichert, 94, of Bourbon, passed away on Friday, June 20, 2025, at Grace Village Health Care, Winona Lake. Louise was born on June 8, 1931, to Wilfred and Helen (Person) Bailey in Bourbon. She married George Reichert on Nov. 6, 1948, and he preceded her in … Read More