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Vocal Vision choral perform throughout the year. All singers from the community are invited to them as they discover, develop and share their musical and artistic gifts.

Community Arts Program 2025-26 Season Announced 356z5v

WINONA LAKE – The community is invited to sign up and Vocal Vision for the performance season.

Echoes Of The Past Host Tractor Show During Egg Festival 3z556u

The Echoes of the Past will host their yearly tractor show at the Mentone Egg Festival. The show will be run in conjunction with the car, truck and motorcycle show on Friday. Tractors will be parked to the west of the fire station in the parking lot. All makes and models, in any condition, are welcome to be a part of the show. You do not have to be a member of the club to show your tractor. Tractors will begin arriving at 3 p.m. and the show will conclude around 8 p.m. Make plans to attend the Egg Festival, enjoy great food and checking out all the tractors and vehicles. If you need more information on how to participate, email [email protected].
Lizzie Daniels

Four Contestants Vying For Title Of Miss Mentone 2025 5b1w2g

MENTONE - Four young women are vying for the title of Miss Mentone this year. Crowning will take place at 7 p.m. Saturday at the fire station.

Pedestrian Killed In Early Morning Collision w1t28

A North Manchester woman was killed early Wednesday morning after crossing into the path of a semi tractor-trailer.
Sports

The Penalty Box: The Prep Version Of The Portal 5v57h

Do high school sports feel any different to you today?
Warsaw senior Adelynn Williams follows through with a base hit in the second inning...Nieter

Lady Tigers Fall To Elkhart In Sectional Title Game 1gh4p

Warsaw's Lady Tigers played defense well enough, but struggled at the plate in its 5-0 loss to Elkhart in the Goshen 4A Softball Sectional championship game Saturday morning.

Chip Shots: Counting Noses In High School Hallways 4y2164

I crave data even more when it’s hard to sleep. I was looking at high school enrollment comparisons from 2024 to 2025, and you can see the Northern Lakes Conference (NLC) school enrollments will be affected by the smaller classroom sizes among grades 9 through 12(recession babies, a consequence of lower area childbirths between 2008 and 2013).

The YMCA And Main Street Warsaw Are Launching A Run/Walk Training Program 224ys

Main Street Warsaw is partnering with the Kosciusko Community YMCA to launch a 14-week Downtown Warsaw Run/Walk Training Program, designed to and prepare both runners and walkers of all experience levels for their personal fitness and racing goals.

Columbia City Outlasts Tippy Valley In Pitcher’s Duel 1k4s4s

With a sectional championship on the line on Thursday night, the Tippecanoe Valley and Columbia City softball teams met at Fairfield High School and treated spectators to an incredibly well-played game. Pitching was the story all game long, with the Lady Eagles outlasting the Lady Vikings in a 4-2 win. 

Warsaw Stunned By Concord 3-2 In Sectional Opener 2x1e25

For the second straight season, the Warsaw baseball team entered sectional play champions of the Northern Lakes Conference, playing some of their best baseball and hopeful to make a long postseason run. 

Lady Tiger Softball Claims Thrilling Sectional Win 4w6t56

Anyone associated with Warsaw Lady Tiger softball, whether a player, coach or fan, will Wednesday's Sectional semifinal for the rest of their lives

The Penalty Box: Irsay Was The 'Shoe' 3ap1p

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay died last week at the age of 67.

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Public Occurrences 06.04.25 3e583h

County Jail Bookings The following people were arrested and booked into the Kosciusko County Jail:

Public Occurrences 06.03.25 4h6t49

County Jail Bookings The following people were arrested and booked into the Kosciusko County Jail:

YMCA Of Muncie Celebrates Capital Projects Phase 2 Completion 4z3a4p

The YMCA of Muncie hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday marking the completion of phase 2 of the Camp Crosley Capital Projects — the brand-new lakeside cabins, a milestone investment in youth development, outdoor learning and year-round camp capacity. Donors, community leaders, YMCA staff and of the Camp Crosley Capital Campaign Cabinet gathered on the shoreline of Little Tippecanoe Lake to celebrate the continued revitalization of the residential camps.
NORTH WEBSTER - The YMCA of Muncie hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the completion of phase 2 of the Camp Crosley Capital Projects — the brand new Lakeside Cabins, a milestone investment in youth development, outdoor learning and year-round camp capacity.
Obituaries
 Floyd Raymond Hyden Jr.
Floyd Raymond Hyden Jr., 57, Pierceton, died Saturday, May 31, 2025, at his home in Warsaw.
James ‘Jim’ Austin Thompson
James “Jim” Austin Thompson, 90, Warsaw, died Sunday, June 1, 2025, in the care of Miller’s Merry Manor of Warsaw.
Ernesto ‘Ernie’ N. Saldivar
Ernesto "Ernie" N. Saldivar, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend, ed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family in his home in Pierceton on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at the age of 80.
Charles Alan Stanley
NORTH MANCHESTER – Charles Alan Stanley, 4, North Manchester, died due to a tragic accident Friday morning, May 30, 2025, at his home.
Jack L. Smythe
Jack L. Smythe, 85, ed away peacefully on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Grace Village Retirement Community in Winona Lake.

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Letters to the Editor

Editor, Times-Union: The VFW Auxiliary Post 1126 of Warsaw would like to thank Rural King and Runnings.

National Day Of Action 2a2l48

Editor, Times-Union: Eighty-one years ago on June 6, a fight for the Free World was waged and won on the beaches of Normandy. The mission was to defeat Hitler, the Nazis and fascist rule in Europe. This year we again honor those troops for their bravery, their determination, and their sacrifices. This year D-Day is “on our own shores,” and now we must fight for the veterans who fought so bravely for us.

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Editor, Times-Union: In previous letters to the editor, I wrote about possible candidates for the 51st state in the Union. Those candidates were divided into three categories: current U.S. territories, Article IV Section 3 state (one that could split off from a current state) and potential new territories. An Article IV Section 3 state is highly unlikely and has not been done since the creation of West Virginia.

Republican Failures 44d1c

Editor, Times-Union: With Republicans in control of all branches of government in Washington and Indianapolis, Hoosiers are beginning to understand what it means for their lives, and it's not the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow we were promised. There's hardly a person who hasn't felt the negative impact of what Republicans have wrought.

Nut Fundraiser 4u3l1a

Editor, Times-Union: For over 55 years, the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary has been holding an annual fundraiser selling gourmet nuts and candy. We have been notified that our supplier is closing its door at the end of June.

Six Helpful Tips To Potentially Improve Your Retirement Planning 365s2b

One of the questions we are most frequently asked is, “What should I be doing to save for retirement?”

Anyone paying close attention to Warsaw boys’ track and field will agree the field events - specifically the shot put and discus, pole vault, long jump, and the high jump – have made significant contributions to Warsaw’s conference and sectional championships.

Taking Out The Mystery To Explain How Stocks, The Stock Market Work 2w26

On this Memorial Day weekend, before we jump into today’s topic, I want to express my gratitude to all who have served our country, especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Like The Rules Of Driving, Here Are 10 Rules For The Retirement Road 2xm5g

With four sons, I’ve spent significant time helping them learn to drive. Thankfully, all of my boys were quick learners, and we had professional driver’s education teachers to do the bulk of the work.

Ten Bad Money Habits To Kick And How You Can Start Identifying Them km6f

Managing your finances effectively is essential for long-term financial health and stability. However, many people unknowingly engage in habits that can hinder their financial well-being.
Religion
Pictured are Sina and Ken Locke.

Ken And Sina Locke Retiring From The Salvation Army 1u3e37

After years of service to The Salvation Army and the community, Ken and Sina Locke will retire from The Salvation Army at the end of June.

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Public Occurrences 06.02.25 4l591h

County Jail Bookings The following people were arrested and booked into the Kosciusko County Jail:

Marriage Licenses May 31, 2025 4v3y3s

The following people have filed for marriage licenses with Kosciusko County Clerk Melissa Boggs:

Public Occurrences May 31, 2025 3u1r5j

The following people were preliminarily charged and booked into the Kosciusko County Jail:
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