WARSAW — The Builders Association of Kosciusko and Fulton County welcomed new associate member Geoffrey Payne, owner of Keystone GraniteWerks, at its July general membership meeting. Keystone GraniteWerks specializes in fabricated stone and solid surface products for kitchens, bathrooms, showers and more with residential and commercial customers. Centered in Pierceton, Keystone GraniteWerks services Warsaw and …read more.

WARSAW — The Builders Association of Kosciusko Fulton Counties has a new show location for its Home and Outdoor Show. BAKFC Home and Outdoor Show will take place in its new location in the Detroit Street Complex, (formerly Spartech/Uniroyal Plant) 3454 N. Detroit St., from 2-8 p.m. Friday, March 4; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. …read more.

WARSAW — Amy Wurst was to begin her duties as executive officer of The Builders Association of Kosciusko Fulton Counties on Monday, however, BAKFC received disappointing news this afternoon, Friday, Feb. 26. “The BAKFC is sad to announce that the new incoming EO for the BAKFC Amy Wurst has accepted another job,” stated Brett Harter, …read more.

WARSAW — Joni Truex, who has served as executive officer for the Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties for the past 11 years has submitted her notice of resignation. Her last day in the office will be Feb. 5. “After prayerful consideration, I have decided it’s time to make a change and leave this great organization. …read more.

By JONI TRUEX, Kosciusko County Builders Association WARSAW — The Builders Association Coats for Kids project has been wrapped up for another year. Last week, the Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties members delivered 404 coats to the 18 elementary schools in Kosciusko and Fulton Counties. Since 1996, the Builders Association members have donated and supported this cause, …read more.

By JONI TRUEX BAKFC Executive Officer  KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Vice President David Johnson CGB, welcomed Matt Sandy, Assistant Planner, Kosciusko County Area Plan Commission and Michael Bezruki, National Association Home Builders Area C Regional Representative, to the builders association’s general membership meeting.  Bezruki explained the many benefits, programs and educational opportunities offered through the National Association of Home …read more.

By JONI TRUEX BAKFC Executive Officer National Homeownership Month was first proclaimed by President Bill Clinton as a week long celebration in 1995 acccording to www.keepingcurrentmatters.com. In 2002, President George W. Bush proclaimed June as the National Homeownership Month. Here is an excerpt from his proclamation: “Homeownership is an important part of the American Dream…A …read more.

The only people who benefit when a house is built are the family members who get to live there, and the builder who constructed and sold the home, right? Wrong.

By JONI TRUEX Executive Officer, Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties held their general membership meeting. Speaker Theresa Sailor, stormwater coordinator, city of Warsaw, provided information on soil erosion, best practices in construction and stormwater. Information was distributed to the members in attendance. Following the presentation, Theresa answered questions from the …read more.

By JONI TRUEX Executive Office, Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties held their general membership meeting recently. Speaker Dan Richard, Kosciusko County Area Plan, provided an overview of Kosciusko county, past to present. Attendees were provided handouts showing the number of building permits per year. The Kosciusko County Beacon GPS system …read more.

It’s that time of the year again. The Builder’s Association of Kosciusko and Fulton Counties is hosting its annual Home and Outdoor Show. Vendors from all over the area have gathered at the M L Motorsports complex, 2208 North CR 500W, Warsaw, to show off their goods and services. Just some of the featured items …read more.

KFC is developing an edible coffee cup for its stores in the United Kingdom to mark the launch of Seattle’s Best Coffee being sold in its restaurants. The “Scoff-ee Cup” will hold coffee, but will actually be made of cookie wrapped in sugar paper and lined with a layer of heat-resistant white chocolate that will …read more.

In April 2010, the EPA’s Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule came into effect. This lead-based paint regulation required the initial training of contractors who disturbed painted or coated surfaces in residences and/or child occupied facilities built prior to 1978. The RRP Rule requires refresher training for Certified Lead Renovators every five years. Without this recertification …read more.

By JONI TRUEX Executive Officer, Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties It is time, once again, for the 2015 Home & Outdoor Show. The Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties Home & Outdoor Show has a new location this year. The show will be held at M L Motorsports, located at 2208 N. 500 West, Warsaw, at …read more.

By JONI TRUEX Executive Officer, Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton County The Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties purchased 329 coats that were sorted and delivered to 17 elementary schools in Kosciusko and Fulton Counties. Each year, the BAKFC contacts the area elementary schools and requests a list of the sizes and quantities by gender of the …read more.

By JONI TRUEX Executive Officer, Builders Association Kosciusko and Fulton Counties Builders Association Kosciusko and Fulton Counties’ members earn spike credits for all new members they sponsor into the BAKFC. Renewals of existing members also earn .5 spike credits. These credits are accumulated and as each spike level is reached, the member receives recognition by …read more.

  The second annual Great Bowls of Fire Chili Cookoff and Cornhole Tournament was held on Saturday, Sept. 27, at Coldwell Banker RWG, host sponsor. The weather was spectacular and everyone enjoyed chili tasting, cornhole tournament participation and spectating and beer sampling provided by Mad Anthony’s. Chili entry providers included Laura Kernodle, Coldwell Banker RWG …read more.

Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties is proud to announce the 2nd annual Great Bowls of Fire Chili Cookoff and Cornhole Tournament will be held on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2014 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Chefs and cooks can enter their best chili recipe by completing the form at www.bakfc.com (under events) and paying the …read more.

The Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties is proud to announce Renewal Homes LLC, Wendell Miller CGB CGR CGP, as the 2014 Homes on Parade Peoples’ Choice Winner. The Parade was held September 5, 6, and 7, 2014. Featuring eight beautiful new custom homes (including one lake guest house) built by member builders Coplen Construction; Freeman …read more.

The Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties is pleased to announce the August Builder and Associate Members selected. Kevin Mertz, Big C Lumber, was chosen as the Associate Member for August. Kevin Mertz holds the position of Outside Sales for Big C Lumber. Kevin has been instrumental in Big C Lumber’s support of our Coats for …read more.

The Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties is proud to announce its annual Homes on Parade which will be held on Sept. 5, 6 and 7 this year. Featuring 8 new custom homes (including one lake guest house) built by member builders Coplen Construction; Freeman & Harter Custom Homes; J. C. Hamman Construction; T. L. Jackson …read more.

Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties is pleased to announce their new office location. Effective June 30 the BAKFC is now located at 523 South Buffalo Street, Suite B. “This move allows the Builders Association to continue the synergies created by relocating with the Kosciusko Chamber in their new office location” according to BAKFC Board President …read more.

Coats for Kids, the philanthropic outreach project of the Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties Community Outreach Golf Outing, has been scheduled. The Builders Association Coats for Kids Community Outreach Golf Outing is held once a year to raise the funds required to purchase the coats for the elementary school children in Kosciusko and Fulton counties. …read more.

By JONI TRUEX Builders Association Kosciusko-Fulton Counties The Builders Association Kosciusko-Fulton Counties is pleased to announce the members chosen as April Associate Member and April Builder Member. Carol Ousley, Kosciusko REMC, was chosen as the April Associate Member. Carol is the Kosciusko REMC Energy Advisor and Key Accounts contact. Larry Coplen GMB owns and operates …read more.

The Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties is pleased to donate $500 to the Lakeland Christian Academy class for their help with the 2014 Home and Outdoor Show. “We were very impressed with the students as they directed parking and provided rides in less than ideal weather conditions sometimes” stated Executive Officer Joni Truex.  Professionals members …read more.

The Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties is pleased to donate $500 to the Kiwanis Club of Warsaw for their help with the 2014 Home and Outdoor Show. “We are pleased to partner with this great service club,” stated President Brett Harter. Professional members ensure professional results. Trust your largest investment with the professional members at …read more.

As the weather finally begins to warm up, homeowners have a tendency to turn their attention to home improvement projects. Highlighting the local purveyors of home improvement products is the 15th Builders Association of Kosciusko Fulton Counties Home and Outdoor Show. “We’ll have builders, mortgage and insurance providers, specialty concrete companies, landscape experts, lawn and …read more.