Domestic Violence Follows Common Pattern

Almost all violent relationships go through the same cycle of violence: • Tension building stage - Victims describe this state as "walking on eggshells."They know something is going to "blow" but do not know when or why. • Explosion - When the violence actually happens.There is nothing the victim can do to prevent it, and the victim did not cause it, though the abuser may try to make the victim believe it is her fault. • Honeymoon - There are five main strategies abusers use to get back into good graces with their victims: - Honeymoon syndrome - "I'm sorry, I love you, it'll never happen again."Also includes the use of bribes, such as flowers, new house or furniture, etc. - Super parent syndrome - "I'll be a great parent if you'll come back."This is especially effective if the abuser has ignored or mistreated the children in the past.

Volunteers to improve hundreds of Kosciusko County homes

Hundreds of volunteers will spend Wednesday giving back to the community by beautifying homes around Kosciusko County.

Stewart Dance School Goes 'Back To School'

Although it is May and students are anticipating their summer vacation, it is “Back to School” time for the Lee Anne Stewart Dance Schools’ 38th annual dance production.

Spartans Fall To Olivet College Comets

OLIVET, MICH. – An early-season clash between the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association and Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference went down to the wire Wednesday.

Colts deal out of 1st round, add 2 picks from Redskins

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard just keeps putting more chips on his draft board. One year moving back three spots to acquire three extra second-round picks from the New York Jets, Ballard moved back again Thursday night by trading the No. 26 overall pick to Washington for two more second-round selections.

Sick of the Gays

Editor, Times-Union:I was glad to see Linda Torpy back to writing good old red, white and blue letters again.

Relay Helps Fight Cancer

Relay For Life is about a community coming together for a greater cause. Nearly 3.5 million people come together to celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer, remembering loved ones lost, and empowering individuals and communities to fight back.

CR 250E & Pierceton Rd. Set To Close Sept. 9-13

WINONA LAKE - County Road 250 East will be closed from Wooster Road to U.S. 30, beginning Monday morning, Sept. 9 for Indiana American Water to install a booster water main from the north side of U.S. 30, under U.S. 30, down CR 250E, under the railroad tracks and continue to Wooster Road, according to the town of Winona Lake’s website.

Local Foundation Gives $10,000 To Planning Dept.

The Kosciusko County Foundation recently awarded a $10,000 grant to Warsaw's Planning Department for the Kosciusko County Bikeway System.The award will be used as part of the local match if the federal ISTEA grant for the proposed bikeway project is approved by the Indiana Department of Transportation later this year. The proposed bike route would link Winona Lake beach with the City-County Athletic Complex.Construction of the approximately 6-mile bikeway system would take place in three phases, with the first phase - Zimmer Road to the CCAC - beginning as early as next year if the necessary funds are generated.The estimated total cost of the project is more than $550,000, with the required local contribution more than $150,000.

Dedication Ceremonies Planned At North Webster Community Center

NORTH WEBSTER - North Webster Community Center's board of directors plans a dedication ceremony open to the public May 2, at 2:15 p.m.An open house will follow. The North Webster Community Center, a not-for- profit corporation, was established in 2002 to restore and preserve the former elementary school.The NWCC board of directors chose to take on this $1.4-million renovation project, transforming the former school into a building that could be used by the entire community. The conversion began with the installation of new heating and air conditioning.The doors officially re-opened to the public March 1.

Deadline For New Property Tax Credit Dec. 31

Qualified Kosciusko County homeowners age 65 and up have until Dec. 31 to sign up for a new state property tax credit.

Class Of 1983

Editor, Times-Union:This letter to the editor is in response to the editorial letter written by Tiffany Galloway.

Times-Union Plans Salute To Armed Forces

To support and thank the men and women from Kosciusko County who are serving in the military, whether at home or abroad, the Times-Union is planning a special feature for May 19 (Armed Forces Day).

Council Prays For Shaw's Family Before Hearing Transfer Requests

Johnson & Johnson, the parent company of DePuy, announced Tuesday that it's planning to lay off as many as 8,200 workers.

Park Board Reviews Five-Year Master Plan

Warsaw Park Board reviewed the timeline for the five-year master plan for the parks system during its meeting Tuesday,

Martin Luther King Jr. Ceremony Planned In Winona

WINONA LAKE- The Committee to Commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. has planned its annual Martin Luther King Jr. ceremony.

Ball State Charette Results To Be Presented Thursday At WCHS PAC

Results from a study conducted by Ball State University for visions for the future of specific areas in Warsaw will be presented Thursday.

Growth & CR 100E

Editor, Times-Union:It concerns me that the city planners are considering closing CR 100E.

Level 3 Inspection Expanding To Warsaw

Level 3 Inspection LLC, an advanced dimensional inspection services and systems company based in Stuart, Fla., recently announced their expansion plans to open a scanning center, systems configuration office and training facility in Warsaw.

Parkview Warsaw Expanding Into Full-Service Hospital