Monday Morning Crash

A car hit a utility pole and knocked down some telephone lines early this morning after being hit by another vehicle that fled the scene.

Grace’s Offensive Barrage Wears Down St. Francis In 2-0 Lancer Win

An unrelenting offense attack by Grace’s men’s soccer team resulted in a 2-0 win over St. Francis on Saturday. Both goals from the Lancers (7-4-2, 2-3 Crossroads League) were scored in the second half, snapping a three-match losing streak. Grace dominated possession in the minutes after kickoff. The hosts built up a patient attack through the middle, but a pass to Mitchell Zeilenga was intercepted by the Cougars’ goalkeeper at the last moment.

Phillip Edward “Phil” Hartley,

Phillip Edward “Phil” Hartley, 83, Syracuse, passed away at 6:15 a.m. Oct. 8, 2016, at his home. He was born Nov. 13, 1932, in Muncie, to Harry and Velma Morgan Hartley. He was married to Dixie Zaph, who preceded him in 1977. On Sept. 3, 1978, in Warsaw, he married Janet S. Nottingham Mesaros, who survives in Syracuse.

Robert K. “Bob” Loper,

Robert K. “Bob” Loper, 84, Lucerne, passed away at 8:30 a.m. Oct. 8, 2016, in Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. Born Aug. 31, 1932, in Gary, he was the son of Robert C. and Mildred King Loper. On Dec. 22, 1956, in Chesterton, he married Judith Robinson, who preceded in death June 30, 2008.

Jack L. Knotts

 On Oct. 8, 2016, the Lord welcomed home Jack L. Knotts, beloved husband, father, brother and friend. Our Lord chose a beautiful autumn day to peacefully call home his faithful son, surrounded by family and friends whom Jack so loved.

NorthWood Leaves No Doubt In Win Over Tigers

NAPPANEE – The Warsaw Tigers’ dream of a Northern Lakes Conference championship ended in nightmarish fashion Friday night at Jim Andrews Field.

HS Football Roundup: Warriors Snap Skid With 38-14 Win Over Memorial

Senior quarterback Tyler Smith regained his early-season form, carrying the ball 18 times for 214 yards and three touchdowns for Wawasee in its 38-14 win at Elkhart Memorial in Northern Lakes Conference football Friday night. The victory snapped a four-game losing streak for the Warriors. Noah Wadkins also had a big night for the Warriors, gaining 121 yards in his 18 carries with a pair of touchdowns.

Valley Vikings Hold Off Wabash Apaches

AKRON – Tippecanoe Valley opened the game with a goal-line stand, used big plays to take a 21-0 third-quarter lead, then denied Wabash a complete comeback to take its third straight win, 21-13, in Three Rivers Conference play Friday night at Death Valley.

Whitko Wildcats Fall To Northfield

SOUTH WHITLEY – In their last home game of the regular season, the Whitko Wildcats were anticipating a great battle against Three Rivers Conference North Division leader Northfield.

Grace Scores PRs At Challenging Bethel Invite

Grace’s cross country team produced a number of personal records at the Bethel Invitational on Friday. The Lancers competed against a stellar field, including 13 teams that are receiving votes in the NAIA Top 25 Coaches’ Poll. The men’s team raced against six teams in the NAIA poll and finished 10th out of 11. The women ran against seven teams in the poll and ended 11th out of 14.

Former Warsaw Woman Gives Aid To Haitian Hurricane Victims

After hurricane Matthew hit Haiti, Todd Anderson,?Warsaw, said it was a few days before he heard from his sister.

Misplaced Purple Heart Returned To Local Family

A World War II Purple Heart was returned by Goodwill Friday morning to the family of the fallen soldier after the medal was discovered among donations.

Gast Honored With Silver Star 71 Years Later

While many military veterans wait for years to receive their medals and the deserved spotlight, what happened Friday at the Rotary Club in Warsaw was just a little different.

All’s Fair In Politics And Arms Deals

You probably don’t know who Marc Turi is, but that’s OK, because I’m fixing to tell you.

Local Boutique Raises Funds For Smith Strong Foundation

Balancing a celebration with remembering those who have passed on isn’t always easy, but that’s what more than 100 people did Thursday at Glam 2.0.

Bingo For Beaman Planned Oct. 20

As part of October’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Beaman Home Emergency Shelter and Outreach Center for victims of domestic violence invite the public to join the fun and support the shelter by participating in the annual Bingo fundraiser Oct. 20 at the Center Lake Pavilion in Warsaw. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Warsaw Advances To Sectional Final; Wawasee Ousted

After a pair of 4-0 outcomes in Thursday’s sectional semifinals at Warsaw Community High School, one local girls soccer team advanced to Saturday’s title tilt, while another saw its season end.

Lady Tigers Squander Chances Against Concord

Warsaw had its opportunities  in Thursday night’s Northern Lakes Conference volleyball match with visiting Concord.

INDIANA HOUSING AUTHORITY

Baseball Pitch Count Rule OK’d By IHSAA Executive Committee

The IHSAA Executive Committee unanimously approved amending Rule 51-4 of the by-laws setting specific limits on the number of pitches a baseball player may throw at the varsity and sub-varsity levels and a required amount of rest in between appearances on the mound. No pitcher may throw more than 120 pitches in a varsity level game/calendar day or 90 pitches in a sub-varsity level game/calendar day. Anyone who throws at least 36 pitches in a varsity contest or 26 in a sub-varsity contest must receive one day of required rest. Additionally, any pitcher who throws more than 60 pitches over two days will be required one day of rest.