Use of inhalants has long history, varied effects
Inhaling chemicals to get high has been going on since the early 1800s, says a report by William J.Bailey at the Indiana Prevention Resource Center, Indiana University. Some of the typical side effects of using inhalants are: nausea, sneezing, coughing, nosebleeds, fatigue, lack of coordination, loss of appetite, impaired judgment, rapid pulse, headaches and incontinence. There are typically three categories of chemicals used for inhaling: nitrous oxide, volatile nitrites and petroleum distillates. Nitrous oxide, or "laughing gas," is an anesthetic used in medical treatment.The chemical is known to produce an intense euphoria. During the high, the eyes tend to be wide open and a bit dilated.The pulse becomes rapid and the blood pressure elevates. The effects only last for a few minutes. Nitrous is often used as a propellant for whipping cream and is also used in auto racing to accelerate combustion.
Orban Suit Finally Reaches Settlement
After nearly 10 years and millions of dollars in lawyer fees on both sides, a settlement has been reached in favor of Rick and Jan Orban, of Warsaw.
Lady Lancers Sweep Marian In Volleyball Action
WINONA LAKE – Grace College’s volleyball team used a dominant offensive and defensive display to top Marian 3-0 on Wednesday evening in a crucial Crossroads League match.With the win, the Lady Lancers (10-4; 5-1 CL) separated themselves from the Knights (7-5; 5-2 CL) to remain a co-leader atop the league standings.
Warriors Ready To Run Again
SYRACUSE – With the loss of five seniors from last year's 17-6 squad, the Wawasee boys basketball team will have some new faces, but that won't change its total look.After losing 67-66 in the Class 3A Sectional 21 championship game to Columbia City last year, the Wawasee Warriors lost Trevor McKibben (16 ppg), Riley Stichter (14 ppg, 10 rpg), Logan Hatfield (10 ppg) and Cody McBride (9 ppg, 7 rpg), with Stichter leaving with 1,084 points, fourth in career scoring.
3 Arrested On Rape-Related Charges Have Preliminary Hearings
COLUMBIA CITY – The men accused of kidnapping, raping and robbing a South Whitley woman in her vehicle Dec. 15 appeared in Whitley County Circuit Court today for preliminary hearings.
Jay F. Bates
BOURBON – Jay F. Bates, 83, Bourbon, passed away Sept. 27, 2016, at home with his family by his side. He was born April 27, 1933, in Plymouth, the son of Harry W. and Olive H. Ecker Bates. He married Sue Ann Haenes of Bremen, eloping on Valentine’s Day 1969 to Watseka, Ill.
Beaman Home Hosting Abuse Prevention Programs
April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Child Abuse Prevention Month. The Beaman Home will be hosting special events April 17 to educate local professionals and raise awareness of its Emergency Shelter and Outreach Center programs and services benefiting the community.
RFRA Rallies Planned At Kosciusko County Courthouse
Rallies to show support for and concern about the Religious Freedom Restoration Act are planned for September at Kosciusko County Courthouse in Warsaw.
Warsaw Schools Announce Summer Food Program
Warsaw Community Schools announced plans to participate in the Summer Food Service Program.
Gingerich Sentencing Set for February
Paul Gingerich, who was 12 years old when he was arrested for his involvement in the shooting death of a friend’s stepfather, appeared for an initial hearing in Circuit Court Monday and his sentencing has been scheduled for February.
LTPO Names Crighton 'Distinguished Lake Citizen Of The Year'
Lyn Crighton, executive director of The Watershed Foundation, nearly lifelong resident of Lake Tippecanoe, has been named as the Lake Tippecanoe Property Owners Association 2023 Distinguished Lake Citizen of the Year.
