Teachers & Administrators Get Drenched In Ice Bucket Challenge

CLAYPOOL – When Claypool Elementary students were challenged last Friday to raise $500 for Feed My Starving Children, they exceeded that goal by Thursday – raising $1,350.

NIPSCO Outlines Assistance Programs

MERRILLVILLE – With winter coming to a close, NIPSCO says it wants to remind customers that bill payment assistance programs are still available after the state’s winter moratorium ended Sunday. 

Cougar Pause: Helping Your Students Thrive At A New School

Our guidance counselor, Carmen Flores, handed me an interesting article this week that she received from attending an Association of Christian Schools International conference. It discussed and compared student and parent concerns with entering a new school.

Hoffert Officially Named WCS's Next Superintendent; HR Director, Deputy Treasurer Also Announced

When a school employee brings family to a school board meeting, it’s usually to mark a big occassion.

Democrat Seeks Third District Congressional Seat

Democrat and Kendallville resident Justin Kuhnle is seeking the Third District Congressional seat.

Applications Available For Indiana Principal Leadership Institute's Second Class

TERRE HAUTE – The Indiana Principal Leadership Institute at Indiana State University’s Bayh College of Education announced today that applications are available for the second class, which will begin next summer.

County Business Leaders Hear about Manufacturing "Boot Camp"

Local educators and business leaders heard Friday how a “manufacturing employee boot camp” to prepare the underemployed for entry-level manufacturing jobs may benefit Kosciusko County.

Alderfer, Moore Named Man, Woman of the Year

Alan Alderfer and Julia Moore were both inspired by their little girls to do big things.

Aging Warsaw Basketball Fans Want Handrails In Tiger Den

As Warsaw basketball fans continue to age, they’re seeing a need for handrails on the bleachers in the high school’s gym, the Tiger Den.

Beezley Wins People's Choice on Idol Nite

Local musicians and vocalists showcased their talents during the 2013 Idol Variety Nite to raise funds for the Kosciusko County Cancer Care Fund Saturday.

Kids Market Sets March Semi-Annual Sale

WINONA LAKE – Kids Market Inc., a non-profit organization with 501c3 status, will hold its semi-annual event Saturday at Rodeheaver Auditorium in Winona Lake.

Warsaw Schools Will Offer 1/2-Day Kindergarten Class For 2013-14 School Year

Warsaw Community Schools will continue to offer a half-day kindergarten program for the 2013-14 school year.


Health Care Debate

Editor, Times-Union:The current controversy over health care reform has caused me to do something totally uncharacteristic.

Silver Lake Still Studying Storm Water Project

SILVER LAKE - Although Silver Lake did not receive a grant for a storm sewer project, the town will still look into fixing current problems.

Silver Lake Considering Golf Cart Ordinance

SILVER LAKE - Soon residents of Silver Lake will be able to legally drive golf carts on town streets.

Commissioners Approve Motorcycle Safety Proclamation

Kosciusko County Commissioners signed a proclamation this morning declaring May to be “Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.”

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Burket Graduates 11 Students Early