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Supporters Brave Cold For Rally

American flags waved from mittened and gloved hands Saturday morning at Central Park Plaza. A rally for the troops brought about 200 people who braved sleet and snow to show their support for military personnel involved in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Locally, Company A of the 1st Battalion 293rd Infantry, Indiana Army National Guardsmen, sent 122 local men assigned to the Warsaw Armory overseas. The program began with a color presentation by an American Legion unit.In the background, along Fort Wayne Street, flags representing each military branch flew in the gusting wind. With her long hair streaked a patriotic red, white and blue, co-organizer Shanna Goon said she wanted to hold the event for the troops. "It's heart-warming to know people will come out on a nice, new spring day to support our troops," said Warsaw Mayor Ernie Wiggins, who talked next.He was flanked by councilmen Jerry Patterson and Charlie Smith.
TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Students Get Extra Day Off

Local students got an extra day off today when schools across Kosciusko County were canceled. If local students get another day off Tuesday, that will not be determined until later today. Warsaw Community Schools Superintendent Dr.Lee Harman said today, "We don't know yet (if schools will be canceled Tuesday).We're still going to be assessing the roads throughout the day and what the conditions are like.The main thing is if the buses can turn (on the roads) or not." Harman said it is important that parents and students watch television or listen to local radio stations like WRSW for cancellations and updates.He said parents should not call the corporation and schools for that information.The decision for Tuesday will not be available until later today, Harman said, and can be heard on local media outlets once it is made.
DAVID SLONE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Syracuse TPS Faces Budget Woes

SYRACUSE - Some things make a town a community, where people care and work together for the good of everyone. In Syracuse, one of these things is Teen Parents Succeeding, a group that helps young single parents complete their high school education.Because of this help, some have even gone on to college. Begun nearly 10 years ago by Jackie Plikerd, a mother with a need, the program continues under the direction of Shantel Keith.Next fall, Keith expects to have eight new babies, plus three who are already in the program. But next fall may not happen because money is tight, and without it, TPS won't be able to pay the utilities, let alone other bills. "We are really struggling," said Keith, who is a Wawasee High School and Ball State University graduate with a degree in early childhood, kindergarten and elementary education.
VIRGINIA NIZAMOFF SURSO, Times-Union Correspondent- | July 28, 2016

Manchester School Board Hears Report On Soccer

NORTH MANCHESTER -ÊSoccer is alive and well in North Manchester. Tuesday night at a short regular meeting of the Manchester Community Schools Board of Trustees, Debbie Chinworth of the Manchester Soccer Club made a quick statement about the program. The Manchester Soccer Club has leagues for children in first through third grade, fourth through sixth grade and seventh and eighth grade. Tuesday night, Chinworth spoke of a letter the club sent to board members and administrators asking for a junior high soccer team, an improved practice field, new equipment and increased funding for games played on Good Field. Chinworth said after the letter was sent out, the club received a letter from Manchester Junior/Senior High School Principal Nancy Alspaugh regarding the requests.
JEN GIBSON, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Defense Dept. Says Don't Send Packages To Troops

Local organizations, youth clubs and families of servicemen and -women have been collecting, packing and sending care packages to friends and relatives stationed in Iraq.But are the troops getting the packages? According to the mother of a local soldier, they are not.She said she was told the packages are being held in Kuwait for distribution after the war. So how can people show their support for the troops? In several ways, says the Department of Defense.
Staff Report- | July 28, 2016

Warsaw Library Studies Internet Filtering Issue

To filter or not to filter isn't really the question. The Warsaw Community Public Library board of trustees is aware that Congress will withhold funding if a filtering system is not installed on public computers with Internet access available for minors to use. The question is which filtering system to use because no system has been officially recommended. Currently, the library has specific guidelines for the use of its 35 public computers.Staff members glance around the computer room to make sure unacceptable sites are not accessed. "That works well for us," said Joni Brookings, assistant library director.
TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Milford May Get New Gas Station/Eatery

MILFORD - The possibility of Milford getting a new business was brought before the town council during Monday's meeting.
John DeGroff- | July 28, 2016

Abortion Response

Editor, Times-Union:In Anthony Burchette's letter of Jan. 29, there are a number of incorrect statements.
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Local Government

Editor, Times-Union:The seven-member commission was chaired by former Gov. Joe Kernan and Chief Justice Randall Shepard.
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Veterans Day Events Planned Tuesday In County

Many Veterans Day events are planned for Tuesday in Kosciusko County.
Jennifer [email protected] | July 28, 2016

DePuy Raises Funds For Social Service Agencies

In light of the recent economic crisis, charitable organizations, which typically receive the highest amount of donations during the holiday season may also feel the pinch this year.
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Winona Won't Join Proposed Fire Territory

WINONA LAKE - Winona Lake Town Council Tuesday voted unanimously not to join a proposed fire territory with Warsaw and Wayne Township.
Jennifer [email protected] | July 28, 2016

Palin Supporter

Editor, Times-Union:I hope you will indulge me in a bit of venting of frustration that I feel regarding one aspect (among many) of the coverage by many in the media of the current political race for the White House.
- | July 28, 2016

K21 Foundation Recognizes Local Health Initiative By WCHS Seniors

On June 5, the K21 Foundation announced it is providing one-time special scholarships to Warsaw Community High School graduating seniors Megan Davis and Kylie Dishman for their efforts in researching, developing and implementing the "Tri-BEST Fitness Fun" after-school program at Leesburg Elementary School.
Staff Report- | July 28, 2016

Light The Night Walk To Raise Funds For Blood Cancers

WINONA LAKE - The annual Lymphoma and Leukemia Society's Light The Night Walk is Sept. 18 at Rodeheaver Auditorium in Winona Lake.
Jennifer [email protected] | July 28, 2016

Practice 'Tornado' Scheduled To Hit Warsaw On Aug. 8

A disaster drill for Warsaw will be conducted Aug. 8 at 3 p.m. to practice disaster preparation.
Erin Windle- | July 28, 2016

Wadkins V. Glass

Editor, Times-Union:In this ever-changing world, some things never change!
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Mortgage Lenders

Editor, Times-Union:You have heard the phrase, "Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus."
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Triton School Board Votes Against All-Day Kindergarten

BOURBON - After a lengthy and emotionally driven discussion, the Triton School Board voted against the all-day kindergarten option for parents.
Julie Harvey- | July 28, 2016

Living Off Support

Editor, Times-Union:Our laws state that a custodial parent does not have to work until the children are 6 years old or in school. With that said, I want to tell you a story about a deadbeat custodial mother. For privacy purposes I will call the father Jack and the mother Jill.
- | July 28, 2016
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