Deb Patterson

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Warsaw Community Schools Board of Trustees Earns Statewide Governance Award

2 days ago | inkfreenews.com | Deb Patterson

News ReleaseWARSAW — The Warsaw Community Schools Board of Trustees has been recognized with an Exemplary Governance Award for calendar year 2024 by the Indiana School Boards Association. This distinction highlights the WCS board’s ongoing commitment to student success, professional learning and effective leadership. Warsaw was one of only 124 school boards across Indiana to receive this honor in 2024. The EGA program recognizes school boards annually across four levels of distinction.
Banter: Who is that Downtown Wizard at Alchemy?

2 days ago | inkfreenews.com | Deb Patterson

By Shari BenyouskyGuest ColumnistColumn Note: Banter is a new semi-regular column written by Guest Columnist Shari Benyousky of Diners and Dives. WARSAW — Step into Alchemy, on the southeastern corner of Buffalo and Center Street, where magic, fairy dust and gelato meet. This isn’t just a new shop; it’s the domain of a culinary wizard named Liz Reed, a self-taught, world-traveling chef.
Noble County Fair Treasurer Embezzles Funds

2 days ago | inkfreenews.com | Deb Patterson

Staff ReportNOBLE COUNTY — Robin Lee Laymon, Hudson, has been arrested and charged with theft, a level 5 felony, in Noble County. She is accused of stealing over $367,000 from the Noble County Community Fair Corporation, where she served as treasurer. Court documents show the president of the Noble County Community Fair Corporation, notified authorities May 8, informing them Laymon had embezzled a large sum of money from the corporation’s bank account.
Nappanee man injured in Fulton County turkey hunting accident

2 days ago | inkfreenews.com | Deb Patterson

News ReleaseFULTON COUNTY — Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating a hunting accident that occurred Saturday morning, May 10, in Fulton County. At 6:18 a.m. Fulton County Dispatch received a call reporting an individual being shot while turkey hunting near CR 375N and CR 100W in Rochester. Brian Lehman, 41, Nappanee, suffered a gunshot wound to the head and neck from shot fired from a 12-gauge shotgun. Lehman was airlifted to South Bend Memorial Hospital where he was treated and released.
Rae Of Sunshine Seeks To Help The Underserved

2 days ago | inkfreenews.com | Deb Patterson

By Jackie GorskiTimes-UnionWARSAW — Rae of Sunshine Charitable Foundation Inc. officially launched its mission-driven efforts to serve individuals and families facing economic hardship. The Christian-based 501(c)(3) public charity was founded in memory of Rae Sachiko Alejado Kaleohano, who died in 2023, and honors her by providing support and change to communities in need.
Warsaw Schools Offers Educational Services To Kids Before Kindergarten

2 days ago | inkfreenews.com | Deb Patterson

Text and PhotosBy David SloneTimes-UnionWARSAW — Before they even get to kindergarten, Warsaw Community Schools is helping to educate local children. Monday, May 12, the WCS Board of School Trustees heard a half-hour presentation on the pre-kindergarten readiness programs that the school corporation offers.
County Democrats Hosts Mother’s Day Event At Beaman Home

3 days ago | inkfreenews.com | Deb Patterson

News ReleaseWARSAW — A group of persons from the Kosciusko County Democrats gathered at The Beaman Home, Warsaw, Thursday, May 8, to host a Mother’s Day event for clients at the shelter. The group brought joy, creativity and connection through fun activities like crafts cookie and cupcake decorating and more. “We are very thankful to groups like the Kosciusko County Democrats taking the time out of their day to celebrate our clients that for some of our clients this is the first holiday.
Butch Remembers a Special Artist

3 days ago | inkfreenews.com | Deb Patterson

By John ‘Butch’ DaleGuest ColumnistDuring my term as sheriff in the late 1990’s, I appointed a couple of inmates as “trustys.” This has been a sheriff’s prerogative for many years, and continues today. A trusty is someone who has been sentenced for a non-violent crime and ordered to serve time. They are considered trustworthy, and receive special privileges, such as a private cell and freedom to roam about on the jail grounds.
Creating and Caring for Shade Gardens

4 days ago | inkfreenews.com | Deb Patterson

This column is sponsored by:Clayton Garden Center: Quality Service with a Hometown TouchBy Melinda MyersGuest ColumnistThose shady spots in the landscape can make it challenging to grow a beautiful garden. Fortunately, there are more plants than you may think that will thrive in low light. Monitor the amount of sunlight the area receives throughout the day, season, and year. You may be surprised that it gets more sunlight than you thought.
70s Flashback - Snatched from the ‘Jaws’ of defeat

4 days ago | inkfreenews.com | Deb Patterson

By Randal HillGuest ColumnistAs many of us probably remember, “Jaws” was a fun movie to watch. Filming it, though, was a different story. Just ask the director. In 1973, movie producers Richard D.