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Grace Men Drop MCC Opener To Marian

WINONA LAKE - The start and the end were good for Grace.The middle was a completely different story Tuesday in the Lancers' Mid Central Conference opener. An 11-point Lancer lead in the first few minutes of the game became a 30-30 tie at halftime and eventually moved to a 64-47 second-half deficit.A Grace rally closed the gap at the end, but the Lancers fell short 87-81 to the Knights (9-2, 1-0) at Lancer Gym. From the 10-minute mark of the first half to the 10-minute mark of the second half, Marian outscored Grace 51-30 to turn around double-digit leads.
Greg Jones, Times-Union Sports Editor- | July 28, 2016

Lancers Squander Chances, Squander Win

WINONA LAKE, IN - The Grace College volleyball team can't say it didn't have its chances against Cornerstone University Tuesday at Lancer Gymnasium in the season opener. Grace controlled the lead in both the second and third games but floundered down the stretch and got swept by a strong Golden Eagles squad 15-6, 15-10, 15-10.The win moved Cornerstone to 5-1 on the season. "They are a very good team," Grace coach Candace Moats said."Their setter was just everywhere." After sophomore Jamie Gill served five consecutive points in the second set, Grace led 7-1.Cornerstone began to chip away at the lead and eventually tied the game at 9-9.Still tied at 10-10, the Golden Eagles scored the final five points to win 15-10. In the third set, Grace led 8-4, but a seven-point run from Cornerstone proved to be difficult to overcome as the Golden Eagles closed out the match in impressive fashion.
Jason Knavel, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Syracuse Wrestles With Costs Of Water Project

SYRACUSE - "Where do we go from here," was the question, and "I'm not certain," the frequent answer, at Tuesday's special Syracuse Town Council meeting. The board met with representatives from Greeley and Hansen to discuss the town's water distribution project and expected to get a final dollar amount for the project, along with a final draft of building plans.Instead they got a newer, higher-than-expected estimate and a "95 percent complete" plan. Initially, the plan was estimated to cost $4.2 million.Last night, the estimate climbed closer to $7.2 million and though the board assembled specifically to review final documents, they were handed the 95-percent version instead. "What's the hold up?" town manager Jeff Noffsinger asked after Stan Diamond, of Greeley and Hanson, announced the plans were not complete."We were on track this summer to have plans submitted to IDEM by October and now it's November." Diamond was not certain.
KRISTA ZARTMAN, Times-Union Correspondent- | July 28, 2016

Kantner Opposes 2nd Cop Vehicle At Mentone

MENTONE - Reiterating his stand from last month, Mentone Town Council president Forrest Kantner opposed the purchase of a new police vehicle. The other council members, Ed Rock and Lynn Phillips, voted in favor of the purchase, giving Marshal Jim Eads permission to spend up to $31,000 for a Dodge Durango. Eads was given permission in September to get prices for a new police vehicle and presented quotes in October for sport utility vehicles, but no action was taken at that meeting.Discussion in October included Kantner's statements that residents have questioned why the town even needs two police vehicles. Officer safety was the main reason, Eads said, along with less wear and tear on the vehicles if the town's two officers aren't using one vehicle all the time.Two vehicles also provide more visibility, Rock said, adding that he agreed that a nearby backup unit is important for officer safety.
Ruth Anne Lipka, Times-Union Lifestyles Editor- | July 28, 2016

Manchester Finishing Work On Water Tower

NORTH MANCHESTER - Finishing touches are being put on North Manchester's water tower. Town manager Dan Hannaford informed town council members Wednesday that crews working on the tower will be "putting the cap on the water tower" today.And, if weather permits, the water tower also will be painted today.Hannaford said "a very good crew" is working on the tower and so far, they've done an excellent job.Progress with the water tower is moving along a lot quicker than expected, he said. In other business: • Brian Wagner from the parks and recreation department said last month the Firehouse "went so well this summer."He said Wednesday: "so far it's going well." The Firehouse is a place for all ages to hang out, enjoy free, live music from local bands and sip coffee drinks from local coffee vendor Java Jasons.The Firehouse, on Main Street, is in the old fire station and is operated by Zach Hawkins, 18, and Josh White, 19, Manchester High School graduates.
LAURA SLOOP, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Whitley, Kosciusko Work Release Programs Vary

Work Release programs vary from county to county in Indiana.
Daniel [email protected] | July 28, 2016

State Dog Laws

Editor, Times-Union:There is a restraint law for the entire state of Indiana. It basically states your dog must remain on your property.
- | July 28, 2016

Warsaw Residents File Suits Against Department Stores

Two Kosciusko County residents have filed separate lawsuits against two department stores in Warsaw. Kosciusko County resident Abigail Pifer recently filed a lawsuit in Kosciusko Superior Court asking for damages to compensate her for a fall in the parking lot at Kmart on U.S.30, Warsaw. In a separate lawsuit filed recently in Kosciusko Superior Court, Kosciusko County resident Robert Hughes is suing Wal-Mart Supercenter, Warsaw, for injuries suffered when he slipped and fell on liquid soap that was spilled on the floor of the store. According to documents filed in Kosciusko Superior Court, Pifer alleges that on May 7, 2005, as she was walking out of Kmart toward the parking lot, she tripped and fell in a depression in the blacktop near the sidewalk. "Such depression existed as a result of the negligent maintenance and upkeep of the parking lot by Kmart Corp.," according to the complaint filed in court.
JEN GIBSON, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Warsaw Cites Days Inn Owners For Building Code Violations

Herman and Ursula Patel, owners of the Days Inn at 3521 Lake City Highway, have corrected between 25 and 30 percent of their code violations. At Monday's Warsaw Building Code Enforcement Hearings, Ursula Patel said the hotel has 76 rooms.Fifty-eight of those rooms are available for use and 18 are unavailable and being used for storage.The Patels purchased the hotel in November 1994 and have spent approximately $300,000 on upgrades.They received a letter June 23 stating that they have 335 code violations.By Aug.17 they were in 10 percent compliance. There are also 38 additional violations, including moldy bathrooms and dirty carpets. The pool is closed because of stagnant and cloudy water.The Patels said that the pool room is locked and unused.
ANITA WEISHEIT, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Cardinal Center Kicks Off Hole-In-One Fund-Raiser

Once again, it's time for golfers to take a swing at a chance for a share in $1 million. The Sixth Annual Cardinal Center Million Dollar Hole-In-One Golf Shoot Out kicks off July 9 at Raccoon Run with the Sponsor/Media Day festivities.Each media representative and sponsor representative will have the opportunity to drive the links to be the golfer closest to the qualifying hole.Both the first-place media and sponsor representatives will join 25 qualifiers from the July 10-11 weekend and proceed to the finals at Stonehenge Golf Club July 25 to hit at a $1 million hole, 125 yards from the tee.
DAVID SLONE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Cardinal Center Launches Hole-In-One Fund-Raiser

The Cardinal Center made a quick "c-note" when master of ceremonies Charlie Smith bet Clint Pletcher he couldn't hit a golf ball within 25 feet of the pin. Pletcher eyed the practice green at Raccoon Run, 90-yards away, and dropped one 24' from the pin.Smith got out his checkbook. The bet got the Cardinal Center's $1 Million Hole-In-One Golf Shoot Out off to a good start as the event's many sponsors and members of the media attempted to qualify for the big payoff July 25. This is the Center's sixth year of hosting the event.This weekend five golf courses are open for others to qualify for a chance at the top prize - $1 million split between the ace golfer and Cardinal Center. The top five finishers from each course, who usually come within 18 inches of or inside the designated hole, will be part of the final competition at Stonehenge Golf Club July 25.
TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Wawasee Concerned About Test Results

SYRACUSE - Wawasee administrators are concerned about the applied skills testing results on this year's ISTEP+. In this first year of applied skills testing, 46 percent of Wawasee eighth- and 10th-graders did not pass language arts, math or both, according to superintendent Mark Stock.Beginning next year, seniors who fail their test - the Gateway Exam - will not be allowed to graduate. Having identified the at-risk students, Stock believes the corporation can help many with remediation and tutoring.Even so, he projected 25 percent of this year's 10th-graders would be at risk of not receiving a diploma. Stock told the school board Tuesday that a student first takes the test in 10th grade.If he passes all sections, he does not have to take it again.If he fails, he has five more chances to pass before graduation.Only the sections a student fails must be taken again.
DEB McAULIFFE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Winona Takes First Steps To Vacate LeMasters' Property

WINONA LAKE - There were no comments from the public following Mike Armey's presentation of the Jim and Lisa LeMasters' request to vacate a public right of way. Armey advised the town council the title work had not been completed so the request couldn't be finalized at Tuesday's public hearing. The LeMasters are asking for a vacation of lots 166 and 167 to the east of their property at 202 Esplanade St.to 10 feet of the channel seawall. The request stems from a lawsuit filed by the Winona Lake Lion's Club nearly two years ago.Armey said part of the settlement requires vacation of the property.As adjacent property owners, the LeMasters will acquire the land.They have paid surveying fees, Armey said, will bear the costs of removing the Lions' Club building and will pay property taxes.
TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Two Local Dentists 'Give Kids A Smile'

All across the nation Friday, dentists and their staffs provided free dental care to underprivileged children as part of the American Dental Association's "Give Kids a Smile" day. In Indiana, 160 dentists from 90 different offices participated in the program, serving more than 1,000 children. In Kosciusko County, Dr.Steven C.Hollar, Dr.Beth R.Schimmele and all 12 members of their staff, including three hygienists, volunteered their Friday afternoon to take part in the program. Hollar said as the President of the North Central Dental Association, which includes 270 dentists, "I felt it was very, very important locally because we do have a need." While serving only the "tip of the iceberg" of the number of local children who need the care, he said he was very proud of the program.It's not enough, but it's a start, he said.
DAVID SLONE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Triton Plans $13.85 Million Building Project

BOURBON - Triton Junior/Senior High School could see upgrades begin as early as mid-October. Triton School Board members voted unanimously at a public hearing Thursday to move ahead with a $13.85 million building renovation project. The adopted project includes approximately $6.7 million of infrastructure that board members said is necessary to bring the school into compliance with state codes.Another $4,094,382 of the project is for new educational spaces, including three new science labs, a possible six new classrooms, a new wrestling room, a new main office and entrance and a handicapped parking area and drop-off loop.The project also includes $2,679,844 of renovation to expand the school media center, provide space for special needs, provide a centralized technology lab and bring auditorium lighting into compliance with insurance standards.
TIM ROBERTSON, Times-Union Correspondent- | July 28, 2016

Ivy Tech Seeks To Acquire New Campus In County

During a luncheon attended by numerous state and local representatives Thursday, Ivy Tech Community College announced its intentions of acquiring a new 40-acre campus in the county. In efforts to improve its educational services, mainly in machine tool training, and resolve current parking complications, the school is eyeing a new property to upgrade its facility. Along with more than 130 members of the community in attendance, State Rep.Dave Wolkins, Winona Lake, and Senators Ryan Mishler and Robert Meeks were present for the proposal.Each supports the move, but said Ivy Tech needs to be approved by numerous boards and commissions before any official decision can be made. "For this community, I can't think of anything more important than to allow Ivy Tech to remain and grow," Meeks said."And higher education is growing, but there isn't enough money to go to everybody.
Joe Kirkendall, Times-Union staff writer- | July 28, 2016

Some County Residents Still Without Power

More than 62,000 northern Indiana homes and businesses remained without power Friday evening, a day after an ice storm toppled trees and power lines, and many faced the prospect of a cold, dark weekend. North Indiana Public Service Co.crews continued to make progress in restoring electricity to customers who were affected by Wednesday night's storm and a second round of ice damage Thursday afternoon. Heavy accumulations of ice downed power lines and damaged trees, which caused extensive damage to a widespread area across NIPSCO's service industry. As of 8 a.m.Friday, in areas surrounding Plymouth, Goshen, Warsaw and Angola, about 11,500 customers were without power.
STAFF REPORT and Associated Press reports- | July 28, 2016

Whitko HS named 'Best Buy'

PIERCETON - School board meetings give administrators a chance to highlight the good things happening at their schools. Monday, Whitko Community School Corp.Board of School Trustees heard much "good news," including Whitko High School being recognized as a "Best Buy" school by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce. A school is named a best buy if it had an above-median quality index of 74.4684 or higher and expenditures below the statewide median of $5,648.96 per student.Whitko received a quality index of 69.1344, with expenditures of $4,891.30 per student. Schools are alphabetical, not ranked, and this year 119 out of Indiana's 392 public high schools made the list. The 2003 Best Buys report is available online at www.indianachamber.com Whitko Schools received its accreditation from the state board of education, Superintendent Dr.Jeff Hendrix said.The next review year will be 2005-06.
DAVID SLONE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Child Support

Editor, Times-Union:I would like to tell you a story. For privacy purposes I will use false names.
- | July 28, 2016

Tiger Softball Team Downs Goshen

It wasn't the prettiest of wins for Warsaw's varsity softball team, but it was a win nonetheless.
Dale [email protected] | July 28, 2016
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