Remember When 9.14.2015

10 Years AgoAlan Hester and Mick Fetter, Atlas Services Co. of Wabash, caulk and finish the steps on the east side of the Kosciusko County Courthouse. Sidewalls on the stairways are replaced by newly quarried and carved limestone from southern Indiana. The work is part of a renovation project, inside and outside.


Bell Museum Honors Women in Armed Forces

MENTONE – Women have served their country in various capacities during wartime over the centuries – from being on the front lines to helping take care of those who were fighting or working in the factories while men were overseas.

Thunderbirds Pilot

An airman with ties to Warsaw has been named a Thunderbirds pilots and will begin flying with the famed aerobatic team in September.

Manchester Girls Soccer Wins Its Tournnament

Manchester won its own tournament for the first time, defeating North Miami 3-0 in the opening game and Logansport 5-1 for the title.“(Our) defense, led by Elizabeth Anguilm, Bailey Sewell, Allison Smith, Ellie Milam and Melissa Saucedo did a great job closing down runs,” said Manchester head coach Jen Birch.

Tippecanoe Valley To Host 'QPR for Suicide Prevention'

AKRON – The Tippecanoe Valley Community Mental Health Task Force and the Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation invite the public to attend an upcoming session of “QPR for Suicide Prevention” training.

DUI Taskforce Steps Up Enforcement

Multiple police departments joined forces this weekend to take on alcohol-related crashes, deaths and injuries.

Joe's Kids, Boomerang Backpacks Receive $5,000 Grants From Riley

Local family-focused initiatives enriching the lives of children each received $5,000 Monday from Riley Children’s Foundation.

Silver Lake Council Plans Sediment Removal

SILVER LAKE – The Silver Lake Town Council discussed the sediment removal plan and potential plans for the old schoolhouse at their monthly meeting Wednesday evening.

Political Correctness

Editor, Times-Union:Whether you like The Donald or not, his voice resonates with common folks weary of politicians regurgitating meaningless drivel.

Be Afraid, Americans

Editor, Times-Union:Headlines this morning, “Terror In France”! A man was carjacked and beheaded. His body was dumped at an American factory (based in Louisiana).

Tehya M. Grimm

ROCHESTER – Tehya M. Grimm, 18, of 7059 E. CR 100N, Rochester, died at 1:30 p.m. Aug. 11, 2015, at Memorial Hospital of South Bend as a result of an automobile accident.

Valley Approves More Narrow Food Policy

MENTONE – The revised food allergy policy Tippecanoe Valley School Corp. Assistant Superintendent Blaine Conley presented to the board Monday night was less narrow than the policy that ended up being approved.




Religious Freedom

Editor, Times-Union:The following is the conclusion of my explanation to the second section of my proposed constitutional amendment concerning freedom of religion.

Grace College Spikers Open New Era With Wins

WINONA LAKE – Katie Van Hofwegen kicked off her coaching career in style for Grace College’s volleyball team, leading the Lady Lancers to two wins on Friday.

Lancers Prep For Historic 50th Season

WINONA LAKE – Grace College’s men’s soccer team will kick off its 50th season of competition on Tuesday at Miller Athletic Complex.

Aviation Board Hears Air Show Numbers

A successful air show and project updates were the main focuses of the  Board of Aviation Commissioners meeting Tuesday evening.