Democrats in Kosciusko County have cancelled a fundraiser set for Sunday, July 26, that would have included gubernatorial candidate Woody Myer.

Republican Chad Miner, who touted himself as a native of Kosciusko County in his bid for Superior Court 3 judge, will face another native in the fall election. Warsaw Attorney Antony “Tony” Garza confirmed Friday night that he intends to file paperwork and challenge Miner for the judicial seat and run as a Democrat. The …read more.

Democrats have filled out a full slate of candidates for the three available seats for Kosciusko County Council and it comes with a historical note.

Dear Editor, Unfortunately, last Tuesday, Primary Election Day, a black female poll worker was subjected to an appalling and degrading racist comment from the white male Republican Inspector. We thank Kosciusko County Republican Chairman Mike Ragan for strongly condemning the inspector’s comment and for pledging to prohibit him from ever serving as an Inspector again. …read more.

Dear Editor, In a recent campaign stop in Kosciusko County, Republican Attorney General candidate Todd Rokita stated: “We were tired of people in Lake County and even as close as Elkhart, where cases were not being prosecuted, elections being stolen by people who cheated our system.” Former Secretary of State Rokita did not provide a …read more.

So does today feel any different? I imagine many Hoosiers are waking up today feeling like there is now a glimmer of hope with the restoration of some kind of normalcy on the horizon as our city, our country and our world continue to try to climb out of this life-altering pandemic. Gov. Eric Holcomb’s …read more.

Organizers preparing for a forum featuring four candidates running for Superior Court 3 judge have announced a new date and an expanded format. The forum was originally scheduled for April 22; however, due to the COVID-19 crisis, the event has now been rescheduled for 6 p.m. May 15. Exactly where remains to be decided. The …read more.

It’s time for the old political question: Is it OK for police officers to endorse those running for political office while in uniform? On that question, most people turn to the Hatch Act, the federal policy that prohibits law enforcement from performing endorsements while in uniform. A handful of people reached out this week to …read more.

A decision to have a primary by mail could happen when the Indiana Election Commission meets April 22 to discuss the possibility, according to Kosciusko County election board members. Out of concern for the coronavirus outbreak, the state last week moved the May 5 primary to June 2, and election deadlines in the lead-up to …read more.

State Rep. Curt Nisly, who has already alienated Republican colleagues in the General Assembly, probably won’t be buddying up for dinner with Gov. Eric Holcomb any time soon. The Milford-area lawmaker was quick to criticize Holcomb’s mandate Monday requiring bars and restaurants to close in an effort to limit the spread of the coronavirus. Nisly, …read more.

SIDNEY – The town council’s president, Jack Wolfe, has resigned, joining four others who have unexpectedly quit in recent months. Filling the seat, though, may be slowed by the coronavirus. Wolfe informed Democrat Party Chairman Brian Smith of his decision Friday. Smith said he did not give a specific reason other than it was time …read more.

By far the most interesting local race this spring is for the Superior Court 3 judge in Kosciusko County where four Republican candidates – Robert Bishop, Lindsey Grossnickle, Karin McGrath and Chad Miner – are vying to fill the seat of retiring judge Joe Sutton. Unlike other typical races, judicial contests are a little different …read more.

Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill is now facing the potential for a 60-day suspension following a recommendation Friday in the continuing fallout from the groping allegations against the first-term state official. Hill, the former Elkhart County Prosecutor, was accused of groping women at a party in Indianapolis in March of 2018. While a special prosecutor …read more.

What a week! Nationally – and locally – we saw a few things in recent days in politics that many would probably just as soon forget. As the nation’s eyes watched the Iowa Caucuses debacle, a reality show version of a State of the Union and an impeachment vote that acquitted President Donald Trump (followed …read more.

SIDNEY – Three positions in Sidney town government and a vacancy in Jackson Township’s Advisory Board were filled through political appointments Thursday night, Jan. 23. Swift action by Democrats and Republicans ended a ten-day period in which Sidney’s town government had been left with just one elected official after three resigned earlier in the month. …read more.

It’s always interesting who you might run into at an airport — especially a military airport. That was the case for Bill and Helga Curts, of Chapman Lake, on Oct 2. Bill is a Vietnam and Korea veteran and the couple had stopped at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland with plans to catch a …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Viewers who tune in for Tuesday night’s Democratic Party presidential debate night may catch a local commercial touting three candidates running for Warsaw City Council. Kosciusko County Democratic Party Chairman Brian Smith announced on Facebook that they had purchased a one-minute commercial that will run during the debate. The two-hour event begins at 8 …read more.

Trying to attend a presidential campaign rally often comes with a great sense of uncertainty. Will you get into the event? How long will you have to wait? Is there seating? If not, will the audience be packed in like sardines? Will you have a good view? For K-County Dem Chair Brian Smith, an attempt …read more.

  Kosciusko County is beginning the initial steps toward looking at whether to adapt to voting centers at some point in the future. Numerous other counties in Indiana have made the switch or are looking at changing. Vote centers are growing in popularity in the state because of the convenience the system affords voters who …read more.

Four people will compete to be the first judge of the new Superior Court in Kosciusko County. According to Gov. Eric Holcomb’s office, the candidates are: Robert Bishop, an attorney who works in the Kosciusko County Prosecutor’s office and oversees child support; Lindsey Grossnickle, a deputy prosecutor in Whitley County; Christopher Kehler a longtime local attorney, and Chad Miner, …read more.

Hello and welcome to what we hope will become a Saturday tradition here at InkFreeNews. This column is all about politics, government, the people who help (or hinder) our local governance and a dash of other tidbits I hope you will find worthwhile. Much of my time with InkFreeNews will be spent covering Warsaw city …read more.

WARSAW — Celebrate Diversity returns to the community for its fifth year in 2018. The event focuses on celebrating diversity of all kinds and promoting Warsaw as a place where all people feel welcome and included. Celebrate Diversity will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 28, at the Warsaw Central …read more.

[weaver_youtube 5bUKfB8BbLc rel=0]   NORTH WEBSTER — Enthusiasm and excitement were high at Saturday night’s Kosciusko County Democrat salute to service dinner. The evening also saw the largest crowd attending a Democrat dinner in years. The event was held at The Owl’s Nest, North Webster. The evening focused on a salute to the service of …read more.

  LEESBURG — “I started getting involved (in politics) in 2012 on Joe Donnelly’s first run,” said Brian Smith of Leesburg. Smith is the chairman of the Kosciusko County Democrats. His interest in politics was peaked when he saw how Senator Richard Lugar was treated when he ran against Richard Mourdock, then state treasurer in …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Democratic Party recently elected officers for 2017. They are Chairman Brian Smith, Vice Chairman Vicki Morton, Secretary Jama K. Brown and Treasurer Joe Raven.

Dear Editor:

With all the voter fraud taking place lately in our state, I decided to check my voting status. Luckily, everything is OK for me, but I would strongly encourage Hoosiers to keep an eye on their status as well. Democrats will stop at nothing to win.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Kosciusko County Democrat Party will host a Democratic Dinner featuring Jill Long Thompson and upcoming general election candidates: Lynn Coleman, Carl Rust, Dee Moore and Brian Smith. The dinner will be held Saturday, Sept. 24, at South Shore Golf Club, 10601 N. SR 13, Syracuse. Cocktails will be at 5:30 p.m. …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Democrats held an opening ceremony for their new Warsaw headquarters, located at 212 S. Lake St. on Tuesday evening, Aug. 30. Candidates for the Democratic ticket were present at the ribbon cutting, including Lynn Coleman, Democratic candidate for Congress, Dee Moore, Democratic candidate for Indiana State House of Representatives District 18 and …read more.

[weaver_youtube pklBYt6XVho rel=0]   WARSAW — Brian Smith, Warsaw, announced his candidacy for State Rep. 22nd District, on the Democratic ticket, this morning, Jan. 19. His announcement was made outside the Kosciusko County Courthouse. Smith, the son of a single mother, graduated from Warsaw Community High School with honors and then Valparaiso University. He is …read more.

SYRACUSE — Two local Democrats were honored Saturday evening, Oct. 3, at the annual Kosciusko County Democratic Party Jefferson/Jackson Banquet. Bill Morton, Syracuse, was presented the Democrat of the Year Award and John Bonitati received the Hall of Fame Award. Lee Ann Brown, party vice chairman, stated both recipients are active in their community and …read more.

The Kosciusko County Democratic Party announces it has changed the location and day of the month for its monthly meeting. Beginning Tuesday, June 2, the Kosciusko County Democratic Party will meet at 6 p.m. in the St. Regis Club, 114 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw. Brian Smith, party treasurer, will discuss the Indiana Democratic Party’s Emerging …read more.

Dear Editor: Over the past few days, a few individuals with a political axe to grind against David Kolbe have tried to diminish his record as the Kosciusko County Prosecutor. In reality, Kolbe was one of the best prosecutors Kosciusko County has ever had, or will ever have in the future. The initiatives that Kolbe …read more.

Dear Editor, In response to the absurd and outright lies of Brian Smith, communications director for Kolbe for State Rep, I would like to set a couple of things straight. Curt Nisly did not ride during the Apple Festival Parade at any point as he stated, but rather walked the parade route after having run …read more.

Kosciusko County Democrats this morning gathered to name a new party chairman in the wake of last month’s sudden resignation of Terry Bartley. Having received no letters of intent from potential candidates, a motion was made from the floor by media and communications director Art Brown to nominate John Bonitati. Bonitati has served as the …read more.