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East Webster Sewer Project Nears Major Pipeline Connection

NORTH WEBSTER – Construction on the East Webster sewer expansion is progressing on schedule, with crews preparing for a major pipeline connection that will temporarily close Epworth Forest Road, according to updates presented during the Tippecanoe and Chapman Regional Sewer District Board’s monthly meeting Monday, Nov. 9. Jones...

North Webster, IN · 2d
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Food Bank Distributing Free Turkeys This Week

SOUTH BEND – The Food Bank of Northern Indiana has scheduled times for its 2026 Turkeys on the Table distributions. – Noon to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, at the Plymouth Parks Department (by the pool), 1660 N. Michigan St., Plymouth. This distribution will serve 150 households. Kosciusko County.

Marshall County, IN · 3d

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Leitch to run at Utah, Swonger to Saint Francis

COLUMBIA CITY, Ind. (WANE) – A tandem of talented runners made their college plans official on Thursday, with Columbia City senior Kenya Leitch signing with the University of Utah and classmate Annalise Swonger inking with Saint Francis. Leitch, who will compete in track and cross country for the Utes, is one of the most accomplished […]

Columbia City, IN · 23h

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Indiana Families Have Gathered Around These 5 Amish Country Buffet Tables For Generations

Some Indiana traditions come with a plate, a fork, and a second trip to the dessert table. Across the state, from the buggy roads of Elkhart and LaGrange counties to the quiet farmland of Daviess County, Amish-style buffets have become the place where birthdays, after-church lunches, and road trips all land.

Indiana · 3d
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Health Leaders Report More Measles Cases in Indiana

SHIPSHEWANA, Ind. — The number of people with measles in Indiana has gone up by nine since the last report came out just days ago from the Indiana Dept. of Health. That number is now 162. There were ten people reported with measles in all of last year. LaGrange County still has the most people […]

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Elkhart man shares his road to recovery, future plans for rehabilitation housing

ELKHART, Ind. -- For Elkhart resident, Douglas Rice, his 57 years of life have been a whirlwind. A whirlwind filled with temptation, addiction, and darkness, that many recovering addicts can empathize with. "It's been about 33 years ago when I started doing meth and it just hijacked me," Rice said.

Elkhart, IN · 15h

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‘The Dreamworld: A Local Film Sneak Peek Experience’ Coming to Kendallville Nov. 13

KENDALLVILLE – A local filmmaking project invites community supporters, prospective donors, creative enthusiasts, and the public to step behind the scenes for an exclusive look at “The Dreamworld,” a locally inspired film celebrating storytelling, creativity, and the legacy of Indiana literary icon Gene Stratton-Porter. “The Dreamworld: A...

Kendallville, IN · 1d

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Kosciusko County Parks And Recreation Board Talks About North Webster Trail

WARSAW – The Kosciusko County Parks and Recreation Board talked about the North Webster and Syracuse-Wawasee trail system on Thursday, Nov. 12. Board Member Rob Bishop reported after going to the County Commissioners meeting with Board President Troy Turley to let them know the board would be unable to secure the funds for the Indiana Department of Transportation grant for the gap between North Webster and Syracuse, and did not make a request to move forward with it.

Kosciusko County, IN · 22h

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AUDIO: INDOT Provides Update on SR 8/West Seventh St. Project in Auburn

If you’ve been to Auburn, Indiana in the last few months, chances are you’ve seen lengthy traffic tie ups and major construction on State Road 8 and West Seventh Street east of Interstate 69. INDOT Spokesperson Hunter Petroviak shares an update on what you can expect as work on the project continues…

Auburn, IN · 1d

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Kosciusko BZA Approves Exception For New Building At Nappanee-Based Business

WARSAW – The Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals approved an exception for a Nappanee-based business and required them to rezone to an Industrial-2 district during a Tuesday, Nov. 10, meeting. At the board’s October meeting, Ryan Miller, president and CEO of PWI, requested an exception to allow the...

Nappanee, IN · 2d

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Town Of North Webster Deals With Leaf Vacuum Breakdown

NORTH WEBSTER - Leaf pickup in North Webster was going well until “the other day.”. North Webster Town Council learned Tuesday evening, Nov. 10, that the engine on the leaf vacuum machine had blown. Mark Noe, North Webster utilities superintendent, reported that a seal and the hydraulics blew out,...

North Webster, IN · 1d

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Elkhart County planning commission approves data center ordinance

GOSHEN, Ind. (WNDU) - The Elkhart County Planning Commission voted unanimously on Thursday to pass an ordinance setting rules for data centers. The proposal now goes to county commissioners for final approval. The ordinance sets land-use rules for data centers, including where they can be built and how they operate.

Elkhart County, IN · 19h

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Winona Lake Bike Park Opens Saturday, Nov. 14

WINONA LAKE – Koscusko County Velo Cycling will host a preview event for the new Winona Lake Bike Park from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14. The bike park is located next to the Winona Lake Trails Hauth Trailhead at 900 East Pierceton Road, Winona Lake. The...

Winona Lake, IN · 1d

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4th Annual Ladies Pamper Me Event Returns Dec. 12

SYRACUSE – Ladies from across northern Indiana and surrounding communities are invited to enjoy a day of inspiration, encouragement, music and fellowship at the fourth annual Ladies Pamper Me, hosted by country music entertainers Susie McEntire and Keenie Word. The event will be Dec. 12 from 10 a.m. to...

Syracuse, IN · 17h

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Kosciusko Public Defender Board Hears Update On Staffing Changes

WARSAW – The Kosciusko County Public Defender Board heard updates on changes within the county’s pool of public defenders during a Thursday, Nov. 12, meeting. Chief Public Defender Jack Birch said William Kirkwood and Derek Faulkner are serving as part-time public defenders to fill the void left by Kirkwood stepping down as a full-time public defender. A few months ago, Kirkwood stepped down to return to private practice with his brother in Nappanee. Birch said he spoke with Faulkner about working full-time but that Faulkner wants to maintain his private practice. He also mentioned Nicholas Jacobs will be fully stepping down as a public defender at the end of 2026.

Kosciusko County, IN · 20h

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South Whitley Seeks Appraisal for Former Flower Shop

SOUTH WHITLEY – At Tuesday night's meeting, the South Whitley Town Council approved a resolution to seek an appraisal for the former flower shop at 104 S. State St. Following the appraisal, the council will be able to legally move forward in the process of seeking business proposals for use of the property, which is owned by the town.

South Whitley, IN · 1d

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Free Thanksgiving Meals Planned In South Whitley, Pierceton

PIERCETON AND SOUTH WHITLEY – Residents in South Whitley and Pierceton will have opportunities to enjoy free community meals in the days leading up to Thanksgiving. Both events are open to the public. Pierceton’s St. Francis Xavier Church will offer a free community dinner, with a drive-thru-only event beginning...

South Whitley, IN · 22h

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Friends And Family Continue Support Of Jimmy Baker Memorial Diabetes Fund

Friends and family of Jimmy Baker recently presented the Kosciusko County Community Foundation with a check for $4,320 from the proceeds of their 20th Annual Jimmy Baker Memorial Diabetes Fund golf scramble. With 64 golfers participating, the outing marked the final year of the event and continued a tradition of...

Kosciusko County, IN · 17h

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Return of measles prompts vaccination effort in Elkhart County

More Elkhart County residents are getting vaccinated against measles, after the county has seen its first recorded cases in decades. Elkhart County Health Officer Melanie Sizemore says the count of measles cases was at five, as of Thursday morning. "We had not seen it in quite some time," Sizemore explained. "Our records go back to 2018, shows nothing, and then we have other records that we have looked at that go back to 1991, and we’re not finding anything."

Elkhart County, IN · 19h

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Kosciusko BZA Approves Requests For Residents, Organizations

WARSAW – The Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals approved multiple petitions for area residents and organizations during a Tuesday, Nov. 10, meeting. Milford Food Bank Board President Joe Shetler attended the meeting on the food bank’s behalf with two petitions for variances, one for 112 E. Emeline St. and the other at 111 S. James St. Shetler asked for a cooler to remain as placed three feet from the right-of-way at the Emeline Street location and for coolers to be installed on the north side of the James Street building. The Town of Milford also gave the BZA a favorable recommendation for both of Shetler’s requests.

Kosciusko County, IN · 2d