SYRACUSE — A bus replacement plan, ongoing work on pool renovation and various proposed projects were all discussed at the Wawasee School Board’s lengthy first work meeting Monday.

Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc. announced it has completed the acquisition of Monogram Technologies Inc., an AI-driven, next-generation orthopedic robotics company.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the U.S. Postal Service is reminding customers that they can help fund the cause by purchasing the Breast Cancer Research stamp.

Lake City Bank announced that Lili A. Dailey, vice president, trust officer, was recently appointed to the state of Indiana’s Probate Code Study Commission by Gov. Mike Braun.

STATEHOUSE – Indiana House Republicans are seeking student interns for the 2026 legislative session, according to state Reps. David Abbott (R-Rome City) and Craig Snow (R-Warsaw).

The calendar reads the first days of October and that brings thoughts about Thanksgiving and Christmas preparations.

While a protest by Democrats against the government shutdown took place outside the Zimmer-Biomet Center Lake Pavilion Monday, inside the building was filled to capacity, maybe even over that, for a reception of four individuals — Brad Jackson, Joe Irwin, Tony Ciriello and Dave Wolkins – officially announcing their run for the four district county council seats.

BOURBON – Triton School Board approved the resignation of Ken Miller as a board member Monday.

City of Warsaw’s employees will see a salary increase in 2026, from those on the bottom of the pay scale to those on the top, as well as elected officials.

With the approval of a resolution and two purchase agreements Monday, the Warsaw Redevelopment Commission authorized the disposition and sale of the bulk of the Marsh property and an outlot at 500 S. Buffalo St.

Three witnesses testified on the first day of a jury trial for a Warsaw man accused of shooting a person who was airlifted to a Fort Wayne hospital for their injuries.

Claypool Elementary students recently participated in a schoolwide STEM project called the “Pumpkin Drop.”

A Pierceton man was arrested after allegedly paying for a vehicle with counterfeit money.

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will offer open houses at numerous state forests on Oct. 28, 29 and 30.

SOUTH WHITLEY – Whitko Wildcats and guests enjoyed homecoming ceremonies during the Friday, Oct. 3 Whitko v. Manchester football game.

Donald Richard Hagan, known to most as Don, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, in his home on Barbee Lake, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 89.

SILVER LAKE - A fish, chicken and tenderloin fry is being sponsored by the Silver Lake Lions Club.

The Indiana Department of Transportation announced alternating lane closures on U.S. 30 for asphalt patching.

FULTON COUNTY – The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office announced the launch of a new and progressive initiative: the addition of a certified Law Enforcement Therapy K9 to the department.

Gun winners from the 25th Annual Turkey Shoot were recently announced.

FORT WAYNE — Stillwater Hospice, a nonprofit provider of hospice care in Northeast Indiana, announced its expansion into Steuben County.

Lake City Bank announced Courtney L. Williams has been promoted to retail banking officer at the bank’s Goshen Concord branch.

ELKHART – Surf Internet, a regional fiber-optic internet provider serving communities across Indiana, Michigan and Illinois, has been recognized on Broadband Communities’ annual Fiber-to-the-Home Top 100 list for the second consecutive year.

Parkview Kosciusko Hospital (PKH) and the Parkview Center for Healthy Living invite area residents in need of lab testing to sign up for Check-Up Day at the hospital, 1355 Mariners Drive, Warsaw, on Oct. 15.

WINONA LAKE - Butch Shook was Grace College’s first-ever admissions counselor.