It's Not All Bad In Iraq
Perhaps you've heard of Sgt.Ray Reynolds. He's an Iowa National Guard guy serving in Iraq.He sent an e-mail to a couple dozen friends touting accomplishments of the U.S.in Iraq.At the same time, he was bemoaning the fact that the media only seem to report car bombings and roadside attacks. He then listed some accomplishments and closed with: "Don't believe for one second that these people do not want us there.I have met many, many people from Iraq that want us there, and in a bad way.They say they will never see the freedoms we talk about but they hope their children will.We are doing a good job in Iraq and I challenge anyone, anywhere to dispute me ..." His friends did forward the message - again and again.The thing went around the world, raising the ire of anti-war types who alleged it was all propaganda. Reynolds was interviewed by newspapers, TV stations and news services.
Bertsch Served On Searchlight Battalion
Editor's note: This is part of a series of interviews with World War II veterans.The articles will continue in each day's edition until May 28, prior to the World War II Memorial Dedication and Recognition Day, May 29. Conflicts don't stop in the evening.Planes still fly to harass troops.Searchlight battalions were employed during World War II to turn night into day. Charlie Bertsch of Warsaw belonged to the 233rd AAA Searchlight Battalion, illuminating the South Pacific's black skies.The Army sergeant was in charge of a 22-man crew stationed on various islands in the South Pacific. The 60-inch carbon arc searchlights worked in tandem with SCR-270 radars, huge arrays mounted to semi trailers.The 270s represented the latest in radar technology.
School Safety Part 6: Students' Thoughts
Despite the shootings in the past year at schools and movie theaters, students interviewed at Tippecanoe Valley and Warsaw Community High schools reported they feel safe at school.
Lancers Claim First Outright Conference Crown In Decade
For the first time in 10 years, Grace’s men’s basketball team can call itself Crossroads League regular season champions.
Lancers Take One In Series Finale Against Mount Vernon
Grace’s baseball team picked up a split against Mount Vernon on Monday afternoon, taking the finale of the series against the Cougars.
On The Gridiron
CHESTERTON AT WARSAW (CLASS 6A, SECT. 2) Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. Friday in Warsaw
Local High School Sports Recaps For 5/11
Baseball, Softball and Girls Tennis
Grace Roundup: Zuidema Reaches Milestone
WINONA LAKE – Grace College senior Kelsee Zuidema recorded her 1,000th career kill on Friday at the annual Lancer Classic.
Along With The IHSAA, Refs Ready For Fall
If the Indiana High School Athletic Association can remain full speed ahead amid the COVID-19 pandemic in offering a full menu of high school sports this fall — an intention that it declared on Wednesday — then it appears game officials won’t be getting in the way, at least not around the Warsaw area. Jimmy Arnett, first-year president of the St. Joseph Valley Officials Association, and Lou Brown, who presides over the Northern Indiana Officials Association, each say there has been minimal opting out for the coming season among their respective memberships.
Eight Straight: Grace Women’s Soccer Sinks Lindsey Wilson
Grace’s women’s soccer team completed a perfect nonconference season with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Lindsey Wilson on Wednesday night.
Warsaw Battles For Senior Night Win Over Mishawaka
Looking to avoid a third straight loss while also sending off senior players on a high note, the Warsaw football team took on Mishawaka in its final home game of the season Friday night. For the third straight week, it was a tight game down the stretch, but this time, the Tigers were able to come up with a big stop when needed to get back on track with a 21-13 win on Senior Night.
Women’s Golf Finishes As National Runner-Up In Big Day For Grace
Grace College’s women’s golf team finished as the runner-up at the 2023 NCCAA National Tournament.
