LOCAL NEWS

Downtown Warsaw DORA Gets First Approvals

If the Warsaw Common Council approves the two ordinances on second reading at their March 4 meeting, the city could have its first Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) downtown.

North Webster Town Council Approves Utility Truck Purchase, Two Road Closures

NORTH WEBSTER – The North Webster Town Council had a short agenda for its regular meeting held Tuesday.

Warsaw Parks Board Hears About 2023 Accomplishments

The completion of the Zimmer Biomet Center Lake Pavilion and Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department Office and creation of the Center Lake Recreational Trail were some of the accomplishments associated with Warsaw Parks in 2023.

Syracuse Principal Moving To Tippecanoe Valley Position

SYRACUSE — Wawasee Community School Corporation announced Eric Speicher, Syracuse Elementary principal, will be transitioning to Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation as business manager.

Soil & Water Conservation District Announces Soil-Con

SYRACUSE - Led by Kosciusko County Soil & Water Conservation District Soil Health Specialist Tashina Lahr-Manifold, Soil-Con will be held at the Oakwood Event Center, Syracuse, on March 20.

Tippecanoe Valley Middle School Update Given To Board

AKRON — The Tippecanoe Valley School Board received its annual update on Tippecanoe Valley Middle School at its regular meeting on Monday at TVMS from Principal Scott Backus.

Prairie Township Sets 2nd Weather Siren

Prairie Township’s second weather siren was set Tuesday in Clunette.

Tippecanoe Valley Recognizes Top High School Juniors

AKRON — Tippecanoe Valley School Corp. recognized four of the top students in Tippecanoe Valley High School's junior class at its regular meeting on Monday.

‘Burst Into Song!’ With Classic Arts Programs On March 16

WINONA LAKE – On March 16 at 7 p.m., Classic Arts Programs presents “Celebrate & Sing: Burst Into Song!”

NIPSCO Accepting Applications For 2024 Environmental Action Grant

MERRILLVILLE – For the ninth consecutive year, NIPSCO is accepting applications for its Environmental Action Grant to support local nonprofit organizations with their environmental restoration and education projects throughout northern Indiana.

IAW Announces Launch Of Charitable Foundation Grant Program

CAMDEN, N.J. – Indiana American Water announced the launch of the American Water Charitable Foundation 2024 Water and Environment Grant Program.

The Watershed Foundation Announces New Leadership For 2024

The Watershed Foundation announced the appointment of officers to the executive committee and the introduction of new board members for the 2024 term.

Caucus Elects Pecsi To Jefferson Township Advisory Board

In a quick decision Monday night, a Republican caucus elected James Pecsi over Amanda Jackson to serve on the Jefferson Township Advisory Board.

Seven Eagles Roosting

Monday morning, seven bald eagles, including juveniles, lay in wait in a nearby tree over flock of geese, eating their fish catch on ice on Little Chapman Lake.

Former Warsaw Man Dies In Thursday Crash In West Lafayette

WEST LAFAYETTE - A man formerly of Warsaw was killed Thursday when his car collided with a school bus in West Lafayette.