Join a historic tradition and contribute to vital wildlife conservation efforts by participating in the longest-running citizen science birding census, the National Audubon Society's Christmas Bird Count.

WINONA LAKE – Jefferson Elementary announced a new partnership with Atomic Filament, a Kendallville-based manufacturer that produces high-quality 3D printer filament made entirely in the United States.

The Kosciusko Kettleheads homebrew club held their annual Christmas meeting Dec. 6. Among the festivities was the collection of donations to Combined Community Services.

On Thursday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m., Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts will host its second annual year-end gala, Great Performances, Greater Purpose.

Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals approved a petition for an Atwood business owner to relocate just east of Etna Green.

A special meeting by the Warsaw Board of Aviation Commissioners will take place tentatively at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 16 so an agreement that was just presented to them at their regular meeting Tuesday, Dec. 9 can be approved before year’s end.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee School Board approved a wage increase for noncertified employees, reviewed major donations across the district and heard updates on athletics alignment efforts and ongoing pool repairs during a regular meeting Tuesday that drew several comments from patrons and staff.

Gene Zale stayed on the Warsaw Board of Aviation Commissioners for decades because he made a promise he would remain until the power lines to the east of the airport were lowered.

The Brothers in Harmony, a 25-voice local men’s chorus, will present a Christmas concert Monday at 6 p.m. in the chapel of Grace Retirement Village on Wooster Road in Winona Lake. The program is free and open to the public.

OrthoLazer, a national network of orthopedic wellness centers specializing in non-invasive laser therapy for pain and inflammation, on Tuesday announced the appointment of Kenneth “Kenny” Hancock as chief executive officer.

MILFORD - Several appeals were made by Milford officials for residents’ assistance during the winter months, especially when the snow flies.

SIDNEY — Sidney Town Council discussed requirements for the grants received for the planned town park, including a town-funded party to be tentatively held on Thursday, Feb. 26.

Warsaw students competed at the Business Professionals of America (BPA) Regional Competition, with 30 students qualifying for the BPA State Leadership Conference.

LEESBURG — Matthews’ Painting Company announced Aleena Christner as the 2025 recipient of the Young Entrepreneur Scholarship (Y.E.S.), awarded to young business-minded individuals in Kosciusko County.

DELPHI – Indiana Gov. Mike Braun, Secretary of Transportation and Infrastructure Matt Ubelhor and INDOT Commissioner Lyndsay Quist on Tuesday joined local officials from across northwest Indiana in Delphi to present awards for INDOT's Community Crossings Matching Grant program.

PIERCETON – Pierceton welcomed their new town marshal, Phillip Hawks, as he was sworn in at the monthly meeting Monday.

Kensington Digital Media was presented with a $10,000 facade grant from Main Street Warsaw Monday.

WINONA LAKE - Jefferson Elementary School is celebrating an act of generosity thanks to a new partnership between Amazon and Carpet Depot, according to a news release from Warsaw Community Schools.

LEESBURG — At the final Leesburg Town Council meeting of the year, held Monday, council voted to officially approve a 2% increase for non-elected town officials for 2026.

Joe’s Kids, a nonprofit pediatric therapy clinic serving children with physical, occupational, speech and Dyslexia therapy needs across Kosciusko County and Northeast Indiana, announced a transformative facilities improvement project made possible by a $1.5 million grant from United Way of Whitley and Kosciusko Counties (UWWKC) .

Warsaw Community Public Library Board has some plans for 2026.

Before Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) visits, businesses and industry may want to make sure they’re up to code by contacting Sozo Safety Solutions.

If your children aren’t playing with those toys in their room anymore, or have outgrown them, now is the time to donate them to Combined Community Services’ annual Toy Time, which is in its 32nd year.

BOURBON – Triton School Board on Monday approved an outdoor classroom at the elementary school, brought forth by the parent-teacher organization.

Washington STEM Academy announced the official opening of its new community pantry, a year-round resource designed to support students, families and neighbors.