WARSAW — The Warsaw Redevelopment Commission helped get the ball rolling on plans for a new wastewater plant during the meeting held last night, Monday, March 6. The Redevelopment Commission is providing 43 percent of the funding needed for the engineering plans of the proposed wastewater plant. The contract with Wessler Engineering is for $1,390,000. …read more.

WARSAW — An ordinance that would have allowed golf carts on certain streets was scheduled for its second reading during the Warsaw Common Council meeting on Monday, March 6. Instead, council members withdrew the ordinance. Mike Klondaris and Ron Shoemaker co-sponsored the ordinance which had its first reading during the Feb. 21 meeting. Warsaw Captain Kip Shuter …read more.

WARSAW — Donald C. Davidson, historian of the Indianapolis 500, was the guest speaker at the Warsaw Rotary club meeting held Friday, March 3. He is the only person to ever hold a full time position as a historian at any motorsports facility. Davidson was born and raised in England. From a young age, he …read more.

WARSAW — It’s that time of year again and KREMC couldn’t be more thrilled to offer $3,000 in EnviroWatts grants to nonprofit organizations in the community. Allow KREMC the privilege to support local organizations in an effort to improve the environment, care for the Earth and promote energy efficiency. Eligibility is easy! Simply, think green! Involve …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks & Recreation Department is hosting a Coffee & Canvas program at 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 10. This is a great choice for girls’ night out or date night! Create a canvas masterpiece while you sip your choice of hot beverage at the Center Lake Pavilion. The registration fee includes all supplies, …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — This year’s stocking of 400 rainbow trout in Wyland Lake at Tri-County Fish & Wildlife Area will take place in mid-March, a month earlier than in previous years.

WARSAW — Mike Ragan, Marsha McSherry and Austin Rovenstine retained their positions with the Kosciusko Republican Central Committee for the next four years. Reagan was elected chairman, McSherry, vice chair, and Rovenstine, secretary during a reorganization caucus this morning, Saturday, March 4. New to the central committee is James Heirerman who was elected treasurer. Lynn …read more.

WARSAW — The annual St. Paddy’s Day Street Party will officially be happening on Friday, March 17 after the Warsaw Board of Works approved a street closing during Friday’s meeting. One Ten Craft Meatery throws the St. Paddy’s Day Street Party every year. Last year, the business expected around 100 people and over 350 showed …read more.

WARSAW — Ten local businesses had their alcohol permits renewed at the monthly board meeting of the Alcoholic and Tobacco Commission on March 2 at the Kosciusko Courthouse. The following businesses renewed a permit: George’s Pub, operating as George’s Highlander Bar and Grill, 204 E. State St., Etna Green, renewed its beer, wine and liquor permit. KABC Inc., …read more.

INDIANA — The 2017 Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs will be hosting the annual Women’s Veteran Conference at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Saturday, April 22. Join IDVA as they celebrate Women Veterans. Keynote Speaker Terrie Daniel will educate and encourage the audience with her expertise regarding women veteran small business entrepreneurs. Rosie the Riveter …read more.

WARSAW — At approximately 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 2, emergency personnel responded to a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of Detroit and Jalynn Streets after a vehicle ran a red light. Warsaw Fire Department, Warsaw Police Department and Lutheran EMS were on scene. No further information is available at this time.  

  WARSAW — Local seniors who have not yet taken advantage of the services offered by Kosciusko Community Senior Services may have another incentive to check it out. According to the National Council on Aging, senior center participants have higher levels of health, social interaction and life satisfaction than their peers. Kosciusko Community Senior Services …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Winona Lake Redevelopment Commission heard a proposal for a project to help beautify Winona Avenue, west of McKinley Street, as it leads into Winona Lake. The project would go in on the railroad side of Winona Avenue. Winona Lake resident Jewell Pahl presented the project after speaking to residents of North Shore …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — During the week of March 13-17, REAL Services will celebrate Nutrition Awareness Week.  Anyone age 60 and older is welcome to enjoy a hot, nutritious lunch at one of 34 Senior Nutrition Centers throughout north central Indiana.  Food, fun and entertainment are all on the agenda, as well as learning about proper …read more.

A portion of the hate map featured on Southern Poverty Law Center’s website. WARSAW — Warsaw was named as one of 26 locations in Indiana to headquarter hate groups. While this may not be news to those familiar with Warsaw’s history, it does give the nation a hateful view of the town. The hate map was …read more.

WARSAW — Mark Dillon is one step closer to being able to expand his Number 1 Stop Bait & Tackle business along SR 13, south of North Webster.

PALESTINE —The Board of Directors of the Palestine Cemetery, Inc. reminds its patrons that all grave decorations must be removed or brought into compliance with the cemetery regulations by April 1, to allow for spring cleanup.  Decorations not in compliance with cemetery regulations after April 1 will be disposed of.  The following are regulations of …read more.

WARSAW — As spring nears, Dana Hewitt, code enforcement inspector for Warsaw, wants to remind residents of the environmental nuisance ordinance. The ordinance targets tall grass and weeds inside city limits. Residents are expected to maintain their lawns, yards and property per the ordinance. The environmental public nuisance is defined as any growth of weeds, …read more.

WARSAW —  Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03) announced that a member of his staff will visit Warsaw on Thursday, March 2, to meet with local residents and assist Hoosiers who are experiencing problems with a federal agency. Office hours will be held from 9:30 a.m. to noon at Warsaw City Hall, 102 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw.

KOSCIUSKO — The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for Kosciusko for this evening. Severe thunderstorms are possible, especially after 8 p.m. and becoming scattered after 10 p.m. The primary threat is damaging wind gusts, especially along and south of US 30. Small hail is also possible and locally heavy rainfall may …read more.

  WARSAW — Almost everyone has heard a fast food horror story, but a local man got a taste of his own story when he found a little something extra in his baconator. A man bit into a 1/2 inch screw as he was eating his sandwich. The man has since filed a civil lawsuit …read more.

  WARSAW — Sue Delagrange, registered dietician/nutritionist from Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana, gave a presentation about chocolate Monday, Feb. 27, at the Warsaw Community Public Library. The presentation was free to the public and included a brief history of chocolate and information about the potential health benefits of chocolate. Delagrange informed those in attendance …read more.

SYRACUSE — From the start, it was noted the middle school meeting held Monday evening, Feb. 27, in the lecture room of Wawasee Middle School was more about seeking input and suggestions to make Wawasee’s two middle schools even better. Rebecca Linnemeier, school board president, said “we are not here to close a middle school.”

ROCHESTER — Indiana Conservation Officers and Fulton County Sheriff’s Department are seeking information regarding a wild deer that was found alive, on fire, near the intersection of SR 25 and CR 400N. In the early morning hours of Feb. 16 a deer was struck and injured by a car. The deer was still alive when an accelerant …read more.

MILFORD — A Rochester man was arrested for auto theft and resisting law enforcement officers. Andrew Matney, 7611 North CR 550E, Rochester, is being charged with count I auto theft, a level 6 felony, and count II resisting law enforcement, a case A misdemeanor. According to the affidavit of probable cause, on Tuesday, Feb. 21, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The National Weather Service for Northern Indiana has issued a severe thunderstorm watch. The counties impacted are widespread and include Kosciusko, Elkhart, Fulton, Marshall and Noble counties. The watch will remain in effect until 10 p.m. A full list of counties impacted can be viewed here. The National Weather Service offers the …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Board of Zoning Appeals heard four variance requests at its meeting Thursday, Feb. 16. All four cases were approved. Danny and Linda Strombeck petition for a variance was approved. The couple want to allow the construction of a new residence 20 feet from the road’s right of way and 22.40 feet from …read more.

INDIANA —  A bill authored by State Sens. Doug Eckerty (R-Yorktown) and Ryan Mishler (R-Bremen) to improve Career and Technical Education passed the Senate Committee on Appropriations by a vote of 10-3. Senate Bill 198 makes various changes to CTE funding, including increasing funding for courses in high-wage, high-demand job fields. Other major changes include: Transferring …read more.

CROMWELL — The sheer lack of public members present during the sewer meeting Monday, Feb. 20, stands as testament to the successful sewer project by Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District as it nears completion. Board members and engineers announced proudly the final stages of the S.W.A.P project wrapping around the local lakes.

The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana has issued a hazardous weather outlook, advising that Kosciusko and surrounding counties are at an enhanced risk for severe weather, with the best window for severe conditions occurring Friday, Feb. 24, from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. This hazardous weather alert also includes portions of southwest Michigan and …read more.

WARSAW — At Joe’s Kids, special children receive physical, occupational, and speech therapy in order to help them reach their maximal level of independence. These are in the areas of gross motor skills and mobility, fine motor skills, sensory processing, self care, feeding and swallowing, and speech and language.Joes Kids’ mission is to help children …read more.

WARSAW — As Jill Boggs drives to work every day, she gets to enjoy the beautiful scenery northern Indiana has to offer. Her 40-minute commute, from Albion to Warsaw, and then back home again, gives Boggs time to contemplate how best to promote Kosciusko County, home to in excess of 100 lakes. It’s a job …read more.

MILFORD — Tricia Gall, Lions Club member and Milford Fest organizer, announced fundraising letters have been sent out for the 2017 Milford Fest, planned for Saturday, May 27, Memorial Day weekend. This year’s theme is the 100th anniversary of Lions Club International, which will be celebrated worldwide. A useful addition to this year’s Milford Fest …read more.

Responding to a Tuesday, Feb. 21, article in Ink Free News, State Rep. Dave Wolkins (R-Warsaw) clarified some issues pertaining to his proposed HB 1494 regulating confined feeding operations for the state’s farmers. The article stated, “The bill changes the language from obtaining approval to merely getting a permit.” “An approval by definition is a …read more.

In its first meeting since May 2016, Syracuse Redevelopment Commission Wednesday, Feb. 22, took action to help pare down the red tape for businesses looking to occupy the technology park north of town. The commission adopted supplemental covenants and restrictions ceding ownership of the real estate to the commission. The commission also approved development standards …read more.

WARSAW —  At the Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department meeting held Tuesday, Feb. 21, Patrick Brown of SiteScapes Inc., Mishawaka, informed board members that the DNR review regarding the 5-year plan was very favorable. Brown advised the DNR did ask for more data regarding social and economic factors such as employment, income and poverty. Brown stated that …read more.

WARSAW — Golf carts are one step closer to being allowed in Warsaw after an ordinance had its first reading at last night’s Warsaw Common Council meeting. Currently, state law prohibits golf carts from operating on a highway, except when a city has adopted an ordinance. The ordinance would authorize golf cart use on Warsaw’s …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Elementary students got a sneak peek at their new school in a series of tours held throughout the day Monday, Feb. 20. Buses ferried nearly 550 students to the construction site on Kern Road near CR 1300N, where Wawasee Community School Corp. Superintendent Dr. Tom Edington waited to guide them through the …read more.

WARSAW — Carl E. Ritchison, Warsaw, was honored as Veteran of the Month at the Kosciusko County commissioners meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 21. Ritchison entered the Army in 1952. He attended basic training at Camp Atterbury in Indiana and then was sent to Ft. Lewis, Washington to await shipment to Korea. Ritchison was sent to …read more.

CLAYPOOL — At a brief Claypool town council meeting held Monday, Feb. 20, a motion was made to renew four contracts, including a contract for Kosciusko County Lutheran EMS ambulance services, a Boyce computer software maintenance license agreement, an inter-local agreement between Kosciusko County and the town of Claypool for terminal services data and a …read more.

MILFORD — During a public meeting Monday, Feb. 20, at the Milford School cafeteria, there were questions about just how many people are concerned there are inequalities between the two middle schools in the Wawasee Community School Corp.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee met Monday, Feb. 20, and discussed the financial report at great length. Due to the amount in the available general funds account, Megan McClellan, executive director, suggested moving some of the money into another account. She said the amount may be a deterrent when asking for some grants. There is …read more.

MILFORD — If isn’t broke don’t fix it and we want the middle school to stay in Milford. Such was the loud and clear message given at a public meeting Monday evening, Feb. 20, in the Milford School cafeteria.

The Indiana House of Representatives could vote Tuesday, Feb. 21, or Wednesday, Feb. 22, on a bill that is causing some concern for environmental and conservancy groups in Kosciusko County. If the bill is passed in the House, it will proceed to the Senate. HB 1494, proposed by Rep. David Wolkins of Winona Lake, would …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Turkey Creek Fire Department responded to a fire alarm Monday afternoon, Feb. 20, at Wawasee High School.

WARSAW — A total of 77 participants raised more than $13,000 for Special Olympics Indiana at the 2017 Polar Plunge that took place Saturday, Feb. 18, at the pavilion at Center Lake Park, 119 E. Canal Street. Top individual fundraiser was Beth Upton from Team DePuy. The top fundraising team was Team DePuy. The team with …read more.

WARSAW — Participants in the 2017 Polar Plunge enjoyed unseasonably warm weather today, Feb. 18, with sunny skies and temps in the mid 60’s. Water temperature was reported as being in the 40’s. The annual event was held at the pavilion at Center Lake Park, 119 E. Canal Street, with participants taking the plunge from …read more.

WARSAW — At approximately 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18, emergency personnel responded to a vehicle fire on Hartzler Street. It was reported that the vehicle was parked next to a house and that the deck of the house was also on fire. Warsaw Fire Department and Atwood Fire Department were on scene. No further information …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw was chosen as one of the locations to host the 2017 Indiana State Fire Marshal Leadership Seminar. The seminar is being held today, Feb. 18, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Kosciusko County Justice Building on Lake Street. Fire chiefs will learn about services available through the Indiana Department of …read more.

WARSAW — Shortly before midnight, Feb. 17, firefighters responded to a structure fire on EMS C19 Lane in the Chapman Lake area. Warsaw, Winona Lake, Leesburg and Pierceton fire departments were all called to the scene of the fire. The structure was fully engulfed. No further details are available at this time.

WARSAW — At approximately 9:35 p.m., Feb. 17, emergency personnel responded to a hit and run incident on Cook Street. A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle. The driver of the vehicle then fled the scene on foot. Police have apprehended the person they believe was the driver of the vehicle. The victim was transported …read more.

WARSAW — At approximately 8 p.m., Feb. 17, emergency personnel responded to a report of a fire in North Winds subdivision that initially started in a garage. Warsaw Fire Department, Leesburg Fire Department and Lutheran EMS were on scene. No further information is available at this time.

MILFORD — More details have been released from an accident that caused the Milford Fire Department to lose one of its tankers on Tuesday, Feb. 14. At approximately 12:38 p.m. Milford Firefighter Troy Haines, 49, was driving the department’s 3,000 gallon tanker southbound on Main Street in Milford with the vehicle’s lights and sirens activated. According …read more.

WARSAW — Women in the Kosciusko County Work Release Program will be moving from their current residence at the jail to the men’s work release center off of Center Street. The move is scheduled to occur tentatively the beginning of March. Men on work release have been residing in the former hotel off of Center Street …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Town Council approved a change of zoning for two properties during its monthly meeting Tuesday, Feb. 14. The properties in question are located at 303 S. Main St. and 103 E. South St., and owned by Ralph W. and Alice E. Luce.

SYRACUSE — Each year the Indiana Department of Education assigns letter grades to public schools in the state. For the most part, the grades assigned are based on ISTEP+ results and growth.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Kosciusko County Coroner Tony Ciriello has been appointed as a coroner representative to the Vincennes University Funeral Services Education Board. The College of Health Sciences and Human Performance at Vincennes University run the School of Funeral Services. Faculty Chair Russell Ort and Adjunct Professor Katie Schuck have established the Funeral Services Education …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Thanks to the work of numerous contractors, board members, DLZ project engineers and local homeowners, Lakeland Regional Sewer District is expecting to complete the $29 million sewer project just $15,000 over budget, a .07 percent change.

NORTH WEBSTER — “To be listed in the North Webster Community Guide for free, chamber dues must be paid by Wednesday, Feb. 15,” stated North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce President Sue Ward, Sue’s Creations. An email blast was to be sent Tuesday, Feb. 14, as a final reminder she explained to those in attendance at the meeting Monday, Feb. 13.

WARSAW — Rose Home was granted an exception for a group home for women and children in transition by the hearing officer of the Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals Monday, Feb. 13.

LEESBURG —  Most of the discussion at the Feb. 13 Leesburg town council meeting centered around the elementary school. Derek Tenney, Tenney & Sons Inc, advised council members of a situation with the toilets at Leesburg Elementary School. Some of the toilet valves are sticking, causing the toilets to run continuously, which is causing flooding in …read more.

MILFORD — Milford residents will see a 16 percent increase in their wastewater bills to be implemented in two phases during the course of the next year. The wastewater rate ordinance was passed at the monthly meeting of the Milford Town Council held Monday, Feb. 13. The increase was deemed necessary to pay for state …read more.

Turkey Creek Fire Chief Mickey Scott reported Monday, Feb. 13, his department utilized only 88.92 percent of its budget allotment in 2016. He requested the fire board encumber the statutory maximum for the 2017 fiscal year. The board unanimously carried over $80,788 to the department’s equipment fund. The amount represents the 5 percent of the …read more.

WARSAW — Anna Bailey was named as the new director of the Kosciusko County Community Corrections during a special board meeting held last night, Monday, Feb. 13. The executive committee of Community Corrections met two weeks ago to review applications for the director position. The committee had re advertised the position after revising the requirements to allow …read more.

UPDATE — As of 4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14, the Amber Alert for Chastinea Reeves has been cancelled.   INDIANA — The Gary Police Department is investigating the abduction of a child from Gary. Chastinea Reeves is a 15-year-old black female. She is 5 feet 2 inches tall, 130 pounds who has black hair and brown eyes. Chastinea Reeves …read more.

WARSAW — Market Street between Detroit Street (State Road 15) and Hickory Street (NS Railroad) will be closed from 7 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 14, Wednesday Feb. 15 and Thursday Feb. 16  for removal of storage tanks from the old Little Crow Foods building. The closure is necessary for safety purposes while removing …read more.

WARSAW — State officials, local county officials and concerned citizens gathered this morning, Saturday, Feb. 11, at Creightons Crazy Egg Cafe for the 3rd Legislative Session. In attendance from the state level were Representative Dave Wolkins, Representative Curt Nisly, Senator Randy Head and Senator Blake Doriot. The county was represented by County Commissioner President Brad Jackson, County Commissioner …read more.

SILVER LAKE —  Most of the conversation at the Silver Lake town council meeting on Feb. 8 revolved around an OCRA grant and the proposed wastewater and storm sewer improvement project that is being looked at. Mark Sullivan from Midwestern Engineering attended the meeting to share specifics regarding the project plans. Sullivan stated that the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — A motion by counsel for C. Aaron Rovenstine, just before the start of a seven-day jury trial Tuesday morning, Jan. 7,  to terminate the appointment of Special Prosecutor E. Nelson Chipman Jr., Marshall County Prosecutor, due to a procedural error, is now a moot point. Rumors the trial has been rescheduled for …read more.

WARSAW —  Emergency personnel are currently working at several accidents that have been reported on Lake City Highway this evening, Feb. 8. Slick road conditions are being reported. Please avoid the area until crews have cleared the accidents and treated the roads.

WARSAW — At approximately 4:20 this afternoon, Wednesday, Feb. 8, Lutheran EMS, Warsaw Police and Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory were dispatched to a one-vehicle rollover at CR 300S, SR 15, Warsaw. The vehicle rolled over into a wall, but all four wheels remained on the ground. The vehicle had three occupants, two of which received injuries. …read more.

WARSAW — Nothing is going to happen over night. It may take years, but the potential to have passenger rail service return to Warsaw and Kosciusko County is a step closer to reality. “It’s exciting for the community if it gets to the point it becomes a reality,” says Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer. “I’m excited, …read more.

WARSAW — Marsha McSherry will be seeking the vice chairwoman nomination for the Kosciusko County Republican Party at its March 4 re-organizational caucus. McSherry has served as vice chairwoman under the last five county chairmen — Mike Miner, Aaron Rovenstine, Mike Gavin, Randy Girod and Mike Ragan.

WARSAW — During the Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 7, Fire Chief Michael Wilson announced that Warsaw has been chosen as one of three locations in Indiana to host the Indiana State Fire Marshal’s Leadership Seminar. The seminar will take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 18 at the Kosciusko County …read more.

  WARSAW — Scott Tilden gave an update on the quotes obtained for the purchase of three county highway department pickup trucks at the Feb. 7 Kosciusko commissioners meeting. Tilden stressed that exact specifications are very important for these trucks because the county highway department generally keeps these trucks for twenty years or longer. Regarding …read more.

MENTONE — Topics discussed at the Feb. 6 Mentone town council meeting included a boundary survey and an executive meeting to go over deputy applications. Josh Shepherd, utilities superintendent, requested permission from the council to have a boundary survey performed on a corner lot in town. Shepherd presented a verbal estimate to the council, with …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Republican Chairman Mike Ragan announced Sunday, Feb. 5, he is seeking re-election in the March 4 Republican reorganization caucus.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Convention and Visitors Bureau recently had some assistance unloading a large quantity of newly printed 2017 visitor guides from the Grace College men’s soccer team. The team unloaded 1,000 of the 63,000 guides at the visitor center, located on US 30, as a community service contribution. Last year, the team assisted …read more.

WARSAW — A last minute motion, filed by the defense, 28 minutes prior to the start of the seven-day jury trial of C. Aaron Rovenstine has caused the trial to be continued. A new trial date will be set following a procedural ruling by the Indiana Supreme Court. According to state statute, a special prosecutor …read more.

WARSAW — During the Warsaw Redevelopment meeting on Monday, Feb. 6, Warsaw City Planner Jeremy Skinner presented the final parcel of land needed to complete the right of way acquisition process for the CR 300N project. The property is currently owned by Steven and Margaret Wilson. The city needs to purchase 40 feet of land …read more.

**UPDATE — As of 7:08 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7, the boy has been found safe.** WHITLEY COUNTY — The Whitley County Sheriff’s Department is currently investigating a missing child. Gunnar Hatton is a 10-year-old white male. He is suspected to be wearing blue jeans, red long sleeve shirt, black tennis shoes and gray pull over with green …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Community Corrections Advisory Board will hold a special meeting at the Kosciusko County Justice Building, Multi-Purpose Room (located on basement floor), 121 North Lake Street, Warsaw at 6 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 13. The board will be discussing the selection of a Community Corrections Director, along with any other business …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — On Wednesday, Jan. 25, Lt. John Karris, Indiana Department of Natural Resources Conservation Officer; Sgt. Joseph Keene, Syracuse Police Department; and Deputy Chief Travis Marsh, Milford Police Department, graduated from the Police Leadership Academy, which is sponsored by the Indiana Association of Chiefs of Police Foundation. PELA graduates have received advanced training …read more.

  NORTH WEBSTER — The Lakeland Regional Sewer District continued with the business of pay applications and action items as it edges closer to substantial completion of all four areas of construction. The resignation of John McDaniel was also announced at the board’s monthly meeting, 6 p.m., Thursday at the North Webster Community Center. Jim …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Dive Team was approved to purchase a new bus during today’s Warsaw Board of Works meeting. The Warsaw Dive Team currently uses a 1991 Ford Econoline E350 to transport the team and equipment to emergency response situations. The new vehicle proposed for purchase is a 2002 Thomas Bus. “The current vehicle …read more.

WARSAW — Argonne Road is one step closer to getting a “state-of-the-art convenience store.” On Feb. 2, the economic development commission approved a motion to give a favorable recommendation to the Warsaw Common Council to make the area of Our Father’s House and the Citgo Gas Station, Argonne Road, an “economic development target area.” During the …read more.

WARSAW — The City of Warsaw Traffic Safety Commission approved a motion during a meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 1, to make a portion of Meijer Lane a two-way drive to accommodate a proposal to construct a restaurant in the Meijer outlot, at the corner of Anchorage Road and Lake City Highway. The restaurant, that was not …read more.

WARSAW — Mark Dillon wants to expand his business near Kuhn Lake and petitioned the Kosciusko County Area Planning Commission to rezone two parcels of land during the commission’s regular monthly meeting Wednesday, Feb. 1, in Warsaw.

WARSAW — Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03) announced that a member of his staff will visit Warsaw and Columbia City this Thursday, Feb. 2, to meet with local residents and assist Hoosiers experiencing problems with a federal agency. Warsaw 9:30 a.m. to noon on Thursday, Feb. 2 Warsaw City Hall, 102 S. Buffalo St. Columbia City 1:30 …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Common Council held a workshop after the special meeting last night, Jan. 30, to update this year’s strategic plan. The first strategic plan was created in 2012 with American StructurePoint after Warsaw Mayor Joseph Thallemer and several council members were first elected to serve on the board. The board updated the strategic …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Common Council held a special meeting last night, Jan. 30 to approve budget cuts after receiving their 1782 notice. The council unanimously approved cutting the budget by $780,790 to approve the desired tax rate. The cuts were made from five different budgets, with $238,248 coming from the general fund and $468,712 …read more.

UPDATE: The Indiana Amber Alert issued on Avery Rader and Zek Rader has been canceled as of Monday, Jan. 2 at 10:03 p.m. Avery Rader and Zek Rader have been located. INDIANA — The Prince’s Lakes Police Department is investigating the abduction of two children from Prince’s Lakes. Avery Rader is a 10 year old …read more.