WARSAW — The Builders Association of Kosciusko-Fulton Counties awarded Coplen Construction Inc. the 2019 People’s Choice Award for the 33rd annual Homes on Parade. Coplen Construction’s custom home was a crowd favorite, claiming 45% of the total votes. 2019 marks Coplen’s fifth win for the coveted award since 1987. Coplen Construction was one of six …read more.

WARSAW — The Builders Association of Kosciusko — Fulton Counties has announced it will host a Nationally-known speaker on May 16. Lindsay Boccardo is a nationally-recognized millennial expert, working with young talent and the organizations that employ them. She has been providing education and training to organizations through one-to-one programs, group coaching and seminars for more …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The annual Home and Outdoor Show, sponsored by NIPSCO, will open its doors Friday to Sunday, March 22 to 24, at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds. Show hours will be from noon to 7 p.m. Friday, March 22; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 23; and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 24. …read more.

WARSAW — The Builders Association of Kosciusko – Fulton Counties recently announced that Renewal Homes, LLC had won its 2018 People’s Choice Award winner for the 32nd Annual Homes on Parade. Renewal’s Modern Farmhouse design was a strong favorite of parade goers, netting 42 percent of more than 400 votes. 2018 marks Renewals sixth win for …read more.

WARSAW — Members of the Builders Association of Kosciusko-Fulton Counties met with Indiana Lieutenant Governor Suzanne Crouch on Monday to discuss challenges the building industry is facing. Affordable housing is the cornerstone of the home builders’ association — but proposed mandatory legislation, skilled labor shortages, and lumber import tariffs coupled with domestic lumber supply shortages …read more.

WARSAW — The Builders Association of Kosciusko – Fulton Counties welcomed Indiana Builders Association Chief Executive Officer Rick Wajda and President Pat Richards at their July 24, general membership meeting, where the emphasis of the evening was “The Importance of Lobbying and Political Action.” Wajda explained the lobbyist’s role and necessity while providing critical insights …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Builders Association of Kosciusko – Fulton Counties’ Associate Member Wetzel Insurance Agency raised $774 in golfer donations at the Coats for Kids Community Outreach Golf Outing on Tuesday, June 26. For the past several years, Wetzel Owner Byron Kauffman has challenged golfers in a driving contest in lieu of donations. Wetzel then …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Builders Association of Kosciusko – Fulton Counties held its 23rd annual Coats for Kids Community Outreach Golf Outing at Stonehenge Golf Course and Country Club in Winona Lake on Tuesday, June 26. BAKFC members and their guests golfed to show their support in raising funds to purchase new winter coats for kids …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Builders Association of Kosciusko – Fulton Counties state officers and directors attended the Indiana Builders Association Housing Summit and Board of Directors and Committee Meetings June 11 and 12, at the new Embassy Suites in Noblesville, where member officers and committees discussed a number of new and continuing objects along with key …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Members of the Builders Association of Kosciusko – Fulton Counties attended a meeting with U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly on May 4, to discuss housing industry issues. The meeting was held in conjunction with the National Association of Home Builders’ Bringing Housing Home, which provides an opportunity for members to conduct in-district meetings with …read more.

WARSAW — A collection of 82 vendors are displaying their wares or services at the annual Home & Outdoor Show, being held March 16-18 at the Detroit Street Complex in Warsaw. The event is scheduled to run until 6 p.m. Friday, March 16, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 17 and from noon …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Indiana Builders Association Board of Directors and Committee Meetings took place in Carmel on Nov. 6 and 7. Six members of the Builders Association of Kosciusko – Fulton Counties traveled to attend a state leadership conference and various committee meetings, weighing-in on important discussions and decisions pertaining to building codes and safety, …read more.

By Trisha Steger, BAKFC Executive Officer The Builders Association of Kosciusko – Fulton Counties’ “Coats for Kids” project wrapped up its 22nd year during the week of Nov. 13. A combination of 21 “Coats for Kids” committee members and delivery team volunteers packed and delivered 486 coats to 19 elementary schools in Kosciusko, Fulton and …read more.

Got cabin fever? If your ready to cure those winter blues, then visit the Builders Association of Kosciusko Fulton Counties Home and Outdoor Show March 7-9 at Superior Group, 3144 East U.S. 30, Warsaw. Kosciusko REMC is sponsoring the event. This is the 15th year for the show, which promises 90 vendors ready to help …read more.

Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties announced the Great Bowls of Fire Chili Cook-off winners. First-place winner was Katy Berger and Carol Ousley of Kosciusko REMC. Second place went to Samuel Beachy of Reliance Construction. The first annual Great Bowls of Fire Chili Cookoff and Cornhole Tournament was held at Coldwell Banker Roth Wehrly Graber’s new …read more.

The annual Homes on Parade, featuring projects by members of the Builders Association of Kosciusko Fulton Counties, begins Friday with multiple homes on the tour located throughout Kosciusko County. The event kicks off at 4 p.m. Friday with a total of 8 locations on the tour. View them all in one evening, or pace yourself …read more.

Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties Board President Brett Harter CGP, of Freeman & Harter Custom Homes, welcomed George Robertson, executive director of Kosciusko Economic Development Corp. to the BAKFC General Membership Meeting.The members and guests heard about business start ups and expansions in Kosciusko County last year. Kosciusko County and Indiana are currently in an …read more.

The 2012 Coats for Kids Community Outreach Golf Outing was held at Stonehenge Golf Club this year and the winning teams have been announced. First place went to Legacy Homes represented by Allen Delagrange, Larry Waybright, Duane Waybright and Mike Waybright. Second place was the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department represented by Sheriff Rocky Goshert, Captain …read more.