City Council is already making adjustments in funding for road work in anticipation of shortfalls in revenues as a result of the pandemic.

The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce recently launched their “Yes! We are Open” sign campaign.

Mayor Joe Thallemer issued a statement Wednesday morning, June 3, ahead of the scheduled protest later in the day about the killing of George Floyd.

WARSAW – Two City of Warsaw garbage trucks are currently out of service and that could affect trash pick up Thursday, May 28, and Friday, May 29. Thursday’s trash routes may experience delays, the city said in a news release. Any residents whose normal trash pickup day is Thursday are asked to leave their cans …read more.

Press Release WARSAW — The City of Warsaw was notified that the intersection of North CR 100E and Pound Drive will continue to be closed to all traffic for approximately two additional weeks to allow for asphalt to be laid. The road closure was originally closed last week on Wednesday, April 15. Motorists traveling from …read more.

WARSAW – Turns out, the city’s effort a few years ago to build out an extensive list of online services, including livestreaming public meetings, is coming in handy during the pandemic. A few thousand people viewed the city’s broadcast of last week’s local news conference concerning COVID-19, and a city spokesperson said they are seeing more …read more.

WARSAW – City and county leaders urged shoppers Wednesday to start wearing masks while visiting stores. The recommendation comes a few days after the CDC issued suggestions that everyone don masks in public. The number of people wearing masks in grocery stores and elsewhere in Warsaw has risen sharply in recent days and officials hope …read more.

WARSAW – The city of Warsaw reported two lift stations were shut down and a pump was destroyed Monday because of improper items being flushed down toilets. Officials suspect more people are using (and flushing) disinfectant wipes as a way to combat the coronavirus. The damage comes after repeated pleas to the public in recent …read more.

WARSAW – The city of Warsaw has issued a statement from Mayor Joe Thallemer, who said the potential pandemic spread of the coronavirus “is very real.” Thallemer’s statement continued: Common sense practices, including a thorough washing of hands, staying home when not feeling well and promptly seeking medical care when indicated, will go a long …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Redevelopment Commission initiated the acquisition process of properties on Market and Center Streets for construction of a senior living facility Monday afternoon, Feb. 3. The commission passed a resolution and several appraisals to initiate the acquisition process of properties at 800 and 802 East Center Street; and 805 East Market Street. …read more.

SYRACUSE — Nearly 100 concerned citizens attended a two-hour presentation, “The Opioid Epidemic: Our Community Speaks,” Thursday, Jan. 30, at the Syracuse Community Center. Speakers were local business owners and recovering addicts Phil Rich Oest and Brittney Bushong; Syracuse Police Chief Jim Layne; Turkey Creek Fire Chief Mickey Scott; Amanda Herendeen, Department of Child Services; …read more.

WARSAW — City officials are urging residents to prepare for possible flooding ahead of heavy rain starting Friday. Four or more inches of rain is expected over the next 48 hours, bringing a threat of flash flooding and flooding in low areas over the next several days, according to a news release from the city. …read more.

WARSAW – The city of Warsaw has launched a new alert system to keep residents and businesses better informed in a more timely manner. Registration is necessary to receieve the alerts. Residents and businesses can register for alerts of their choice by visiting warsaw.in.gov/alerts.   Current alert categories include: • Emergency alerts • Road closure …read more.

Editor’s Note: This article has been updated with more information. WARSAW – Boeing Road, on the north side of Bell Drive in Warsaw, will be closed beginning Monday, Dec. 9 through Thursday, Dec. 10. The closure is expected to last three days and reopen on Thursday, weather permitting. During this closure, thru traffic will not …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw has announced the final week for loose leaf pick-up will be next week. Leaves can be raked to the curb or alley (not in the street) by 7 a.m. and the leaf crews will pick them up on your regular trash day the week of Dec. 9 through Dec. …read more.

WARSAW — The first Winter Market of the season kicks off Saturday, Nov. 23, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Center Lake Pavilion. The Winter Market will continue through March of 2020, occurring every third Saturday of the month beginning in December. Available for purchase will be homemade goodies including maple syrup, meat, fruit butter, …read more.

WARSAW — Road work at the Center and Buffalo streets — previously scheduled for two days — has been condensed to one day. Work at the intersection was set to begin Tuesday night, Nov. 19. The new approach combined all the work on Wednesday, according to a news release from the City. Milling and other …read more.

WARSAW — The Center and Buffalo street intersection will be closed for a few hours on Tuesday night and again on Wednesday, the city said in a news release. Center Street, between Indiana and Lake streets, and Buffalo Street, between Main and Market streets, will be affected. The closure will begin after the traffic rush …read more.

WARSAW —Leaf pick-up in Warsaw will be delayed due to lingering snow and ice. Once the snow and ice melts, leaf pick-up will resume, said a news release from the city of Warsaw. Residents can continue to rake leaves to the curb and crews will pick them up as soon as they are able. The …read more.

WARSAW — INDOT’s US 30 patching project has moved to another phase. The new traffic restrictions were in force beginning Friday along US 30 between Center Street to Commerce Road, said a news release from the City of Warsaw.  The intersections and ramps will remain open.  Motorists should expect delays and back-ups.

WARSAW — The intersection of Biomet Drive and CR East 200N will be closed until Nov. 22 for sanitary sewer work in the Airport Industrial Park, according to a news release from the city. This closure will also mean that all through traffic along County Road E 200 will be prohibited. Traffic will be detoured …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw has provided a fresh update on five road projects still underway. Here’s a quick recap provided by city Plan Director Jeremy Skinner: Officials hope the intersection project at Center and Buffalo streets will wrap up this week. New traffic poles were installed about 10 days ago. Concrete still needs …read more.

WARSAW –  This week is National Rail Safety Week, Sept. 22-28. The city of Warsaw supports the campaign and encourages residents to reflect on their own habits and make changes to protect their lives and the safety of train engineers, said a news release. Accidents that involve trains are catastrophic to communities when it comes …read more.

WARSAW — Two vehicles collided at the intersection of CR 200S and SR 25 early Thursday night. There did not appear to be any serious injuries. The vehicles involved were a Pontiac Vibe and a Toyota Sienna. Traffic on the state highway was slowed momentarily. No further details were immediately available.

WARSAW — To the casual passerby, the traffic signals at the intersection of Buffalo and Center streets look pretty normal from a distance. But there are external and internal issues that need to be upgraded. The existing poles are leaning, and the wiring and controller box is outdated, according to a news release issued by …read more.

By Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer I recently attended a panel discussion with a large group of local elected officials at our annual AIM (Accelerating Indiana Municipalities) conference. Leading the discussion was a distinguished economist from Ball State University, a national site selector, and a mayor from a rapidly growing Indianapolis suburb. It was a thought-provoking …read more.

WARSAW — There are two major road projects beginning this week in Warsaw. Beginning Monday, Aug. 19, North Pointe Drive will be closed for reconstruction. The work zone will stretch from Mariners Drive to Husky Trail. North Pointe Drive will only be accessible from Mariners Drive. Traffic will not be allowed to access North Pointe …read more.

WARSAW — A portion of Park Avenue currently under construction will now be closed through Wednesday, July 24, the Warsaw Public Works Department announced. Park Avenue between Glessner Street and Hitzler Street is closed as crews work to remove the old railroad tracks buried under the pavement. Officials had hoped to have the work done …read more.

WARSAW — Acts of vandalism have been committed recently in area parks.  According to a Facebook post put up Wednesday, July 10, on the City of Warsaw page, vandalism has occurred at Dubois Park, located at 700 E. Market St., Warsaw. Warsaw Parks and Recreation Superintendent Larry Plummer said they are experiencing various types of …read more.

WARSAW — Two intersections in Warsaw will be closed Monday, July 8, for four days for additional Airport Industrial Park sewer expansion work, according to a news release from the city.   The closures will continue through Thursday, July 11. Anchorage Road and North Rainbow Drive will be detoured to Detroit Street and US 30.  West …read more.

WARSAW — City officials lamented the delay in construction of the North Buffalo Street plaza Monday, July 1, but other projects around the lake are continuing to move forward. The city board of works rejected the lone bid for the plaza project last month because it was about $500,000 more expensive than the estimated $1.5 …read more.

WARSAW — The city of Warsaw is launching its seasonal spraying for mosquitos.  Due to warmer weather, there is a large population of larvae that will soon hatch, according to a news release from the city issued Friday afternoon. The city is divided into four sections (north, north side additions, south, and south side additions) …read more.

WARSAW — The city’s summer sprinkling credit program is entering its second year this year. Warsaw residents are reminded to sign up for the summer sprinkling credit program as soon as possible. Residents who signed up last year do not need to sign up again.   On April 16, 2018, the city council adopted a …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Voters in residing in U.S. Congressional District 3 will have choices to make for U.S. Rep. District 3 nominations on May 8. Rep. Jim Banks, Columbia City, is the only candidate on the Republican ballot. The race will be on the Democrat ballot, where the choice will be: John R. Roberson, Tommy …read more.

WARSAW — City of Warsaw offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 15, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.  Monday’s trash route will be picked up on Tuesday, Jan. 16. The town of Winona Lake offices will also be closed Monday, Jan. 15.  

WARSAW — Fall leaf pickup is in full swing for the City of Warsaw. For pickup, please: 1.  Rake leaves to the tree lawn area or alley and avoid raking them into the street as this will plug the storm drains and cause them to flood during rain. 2.  Avoid parking in front of leaf piles …read more.

WARSAW — Nothing is appearing to be easy when it comes to Ordinance 2017-10-09, and the council is beginning to feel pressure of a pressed timeline with a complicated situation. Warsaw’s Common Council discussed the newly proposed ordinance to establishing new sewage rate Friday, Oct. 27. The ordinance will be presented on Nov. 6 at …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools’ fifth grade students toured the Wastewater Utility facilities Tuesday morning, Sept. 19. The students learned about the facilities and about the impact it has on their health and the environment. Students were able to learn about the equipment the employees use including the trucks and robots as well as check …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The city of Warsaw has violated the Open Door Law according to an opinion issued today, Tuesday, Aug. 22, by Luke H. Britt, Indiana Public Access Counselor. However he ruled the city did not violate the Access to Public Records Act. The opinion notes the city has remedied by changing its practices. Two …read more.

WARSAW — Marc Campbell, Mishawaka, was given a six year sentence for four counts of providing false information to a government entity, all Class D felonies. The sentence was given this morning, March 9 in Kosciouscko County Circuit Court with Judge Michael Reed presiding. Campbell was given 1 1/2 years for each felony charge, to be served …read more.

WARSAW — In observance of President’s Day, the City of Warsaw offices will be closed Monday, Feb. 20. Monday’s trash route will be picked up on Tuesday, Feb. 21. All other routes will remain the same.

WARSAW — The City of Warsaw is redesigning and updating their website to be more user-friendly. They are seeking new photos from citizens and businesses that represent the dynamic features and spirit of the community. These photos will be given consideration for use on the new website, anticipated to launch this fall. Any photos used …read more.

WARSAW — As far back as middle school, Jeremy Skinner knew he wanted to be involved in architecture of some type. He was “fascinated with the mixture of planning, design and political science.”

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Voting locations for the Nov. 8 general election have been established and announced by Michelle Puckett, county auditor. Polls open at 6 a.m. and close at 6 p.m. The locations are designated by the county commissioners.

WARSAW — Justin Taylor started his new job as assistant city planner for Warsaw on Monday, Aug. 22. Taylor may be new to City Hall but he’s not new to the Warsaw area. Taylor and his family first moved to Warsaw when he was in middle school. He attended Lakeland Christian Academy and then went to …read more.

WARSAW — The City of Warsaw’s Pavement Preservation Project continues today, Monday, Aug. 1. Scheduled roads are Harrison Street from Center Street north to DuBois Street and West Market Street from Hand Avenue east to Columbia Street. Traffic delays are expected.

WARSAW — The Warsaw City Council is set to meet at 6 p.m. Monday,  Aug. 1, and Monday, Aug. 15.

WARSAW — The special budget meeting of the Warsaw Common Council, originally scheduled for Monday, July 25, has been postponed. A new date will be announced.

WARSAW — The City of Warsaw Public Works Department has issued the following statement pertaining to local trash pickup: “The Warsaw Public Works Department continues to assist residents with the new automated curbside waste program. From the onset of the program, we have and will continue to work with the residents with concerns regarding obstacles …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Development Corporation announced The Vic as one of the recipients of a 2016 Facade Grant in downtown Warsaw. Improvements included structural alterations like new guttering and flashing and all new windows and front door. The Vic is located at 112. N. Buffalo St., downtown Warsaw, and is an extension of One …read more.

  WARSAW— The City of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will kick off the first FREE Concert at the Central Park Plaza Friday, May 27 at 7:00 p.m. Don’t miss out on High Life for some contemporary jazz, rhythm and blues! The band starts playing at 7:00 p.m. and will play until 8:30 p.m. Bring …read more.

WARSAW — The contractor is scheduled to begin work on East Main Street between Hickory and Park today, Monday, May 16th. Detour to Center Street will be in place. The roadway will be closed except for emergency vehicles. It is likely that total closure will be block by block working west to east with some …read more.

WARSAW — This week is the first pick-up using the new residential roll-out carts and new trucks by Warsaw Public Works. Residents are being reminded the new carts must be used. Trash placed in other types of receptacles will not be picked up. Additionally residents are reminded their trash day has not changed and carts …read more.

WARSAW — What does a Stellar Community finalist mean for the Warsaw Community? The community has an opportunity to develop blueprints of projects and submit those projects in the competition to become a Stellar Community. Being chosen as a finalist is a step closer to becoming a Stellar Community Designee. As a designee the community …read more.

By EILEEN OAKS Outreach And Marketing Specialist, The Watershed Foundation WARSAW — The Clean Waters Partnership steering committee will be meeting at 7 a.m. Tuesday, April 12, at the Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce, 523 S. Buffalo St. Warsaw. The steering committee is working on developing a watershed management plan to address water quality concerns …read more.

WARSAW — OrthoWorx today, Tusday, April 5, announced the launch of a new initiative aimed at providing an ecosystem to accelerate the likelihood of success of innovative enterprises by leveraging the unique assets of the northern Indiana orthopedic medical device industry cluster, which has the largest concentration of such activity in the world. The centerpiece …read more.

By SUMMER ZIMMER Director of Communications and Social Responsibility, YMCA WARSAW — The YMCA’s Corporate Challenge, for the businesses of Kosciusko County, is offered to increase employee and community health and fitness, to build employee pride and dedication and to develop community spirit. Participants spend quality time together working as a team, outside of the normal …read more.

WARSAW — In observance of Good Friday, the City of Warsaw offices will be closed Friday, March 25. Friday’s trash route will be picked up on Thursday, March 24. All other routes will remain the same.

One of the many statues created by Seward Johnson featured in Warsaw in 2014. WARSAW — After reporting a huge success in 2014, the city of Warsaw will once again feature lifelike and life-sized sculptures by American sculptor Seward Johnson this summer. If you made it to the downtown area during the initial showing of …read more.

WARSAW — In observance of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, city of Warsaw offices will be closed Thursday Dec. 24 and Friday Dec. 25. Thursday’s trash route will be picked up Wednesday, Dec. 23. Friday’s will be picked up Monday, Dec. 28. In observance of New Year’s Day, offices will be closed Friday, Jan. 1. …read more.

WARSAW — The City of Warsaw has announce the final week for leaf pick up has been scheduled for the week of Dec. 7. Large piles of leaves can be raked to the curb or alley, not in the street. The leaves will be picked up on each resident’s regular trash day and need to …read more.

Meetings have been held with faculty and staff in all three buildings over the last three weeks. Modifications from their requests are being identified and evaluated. Timelines have been set and work is underway to obtain the appropriate permits. Performance Services plan to take the exterior footprints designs to the City of Warsaw Planning Commission …read more.

WARSAW — In observance of Veterans Day. city of Warsaw offices will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Development Corporation and the City of Warsaw have designated Sept. 24, as Unlimited Parking Day in downtown Warsaw. All who are employed in the downtown business district are being asked to park in the ‘Not Limited’ or ‘Unrestricted’ parking sections for the entirety of the day so the city can further …read more.

  By JENNIFER PYLE Main Street Coordinator, Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce WARSAW — Warsaw Community Development Corporation announced The Downtown Eatery & Spirits as one of the recipients of a 2015 Façade Grant in downtown Warsaw on Friday, Sept. 4 Improvements included patching and repairing masonry, painting, installing new windows and doors, and mounting new …read more.

WARSAW/WINONA LAKE — In observance of Labor Day, both the the city of Warsaw and Winona Lake government offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 7.

In observance of Independence Day, the city of Warsaw offices will be closed Friday, July 3. Friday’s trash route will be picked up Thursday, July 2. All other routes will remain the same.

Two local student artists and their art teachers, whose art has been selected to increase awareness about protecting local lakes and streams, will be recognized by Mayor Joe Thallemer during First Friday events, tomorrow. The students participated in the Center for Lakes and Streams Art Calendar Contest, and their art was chosen to be a …read more.

The City of Warsaw offices will be closed Monday, May 25th.

By TERRI KEIM Administrative Assistant, City of Warsaw Department of Public Works The City of Warsaw Department of Public Works has two more scheduled Saturdays for compost give away. Those Saturdays scheduled are between 8 a.m. and noon, Saturday May 9, and Saturday, May 16. The public is invited to bring trailers, dump trucks, pickup …read more.

Lynne Christiansen, incumbent, and Larry Ladd, both Republicans, are vying to win the Warsaw Clerk-Treasurer’s race in Tuesday’s primary and be on the November Municipal Election ballot. Christiansen was born and raised in Warsaw, attending Lincoln and Washington elementary schools and graduating from Warsaw High School. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in …read more.

Just who can and cannot vote in the upcoming primary on May 5? Ann Torpy, Kosciusko Clerk of the Circuit Court, provides an explanation. Registered voters, who reside within the city of Warsaw, will vote for city offices that include the mayor, clerk-treasurer, city common council at-large and city common council district 1 through 5. …read more.

By TERRI KEIM Administrative Assistant, City of Warsaw, Department of Public Works In observance of Good Friday, the city of Warsaw offices will be closed Friday, April 3. Friday’s trash route will be picked up Thursday, April 2. All other routes remain the same.

Wednesday afternoon’s brief Warsaw Traffic Safety Commission meeting saw the swearing in of new member Dirk Felger, as well as returning member Dan Robinson. “It is always helpful to have committed dedicated folks to help and serve on traffic issues within the community,” stated Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer. The mayor then added, “It helps to …read more.

By TERRI KEIM Administrative Assistant, City of Warsaw Department of Public Works In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, city offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 19. Monday’s trash route will be picked up Tuesday, Jan. 20. All other routes will remain the same. As the winter season continues, we would like to remind …read more.

Lt. Kip Shuter presented the City of Warsaw Traffic Safety Commission a 2014 traffic report from Warsaw Police. The report was submitted during the commission’s Wednesday’s meeting. The department investigated 894 crashes, 761 property damage, 133 personal injury. There were no fatalities within the city during the past year. The report also shows there were …read more.

“It is important to me to have individuals serve who are willing and dedicated,” stated Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer after swearing in the six members of the City of Warsaw Redevelopment Commission. “All of you are returning and have the best interest of the city (in mind). You have made tremendous progress.” Thallemer swore in …read more.

The City of Warsaw Department of Public Works has scheduled a compost give-away. The public is invited to bring trailers, dump trucks, pickup trucks and/or small containers between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday beginning Monday, Jan. 5. The compost site is on West Center Street just inside Boggs Industrial Park. Products included …read more.

In observance of Christmas, the City of Warsaw offices will be closed Thursday, Dec. 25 and Friday Dec. 26. Thursday’s trash route will be picked up Wednesday, Dec. 24. Friday’s route will be Monday, Dec. 29. City offices will also be closed Thursday, Jan. 1 in observance of New Year’s Day.  Thursday’s trash route will …read more.

By TERRI KEIM Administrative Assistant, City of Warsaw Department of Public Works In observance of Veterans Day the City of Warsaw will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11. Tuesday’s trash route will be picked up on Wednesday, Nov. 12. All other routes will remain the same.

Riley Children’s Foundation, the fundraising organization supporting Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health, has granted $8,000 to family-focused initiatives in the Warsaw area. Joe’s Kids, Inc. will receive $3,000, Boomerang Backpacks/Warsaw Schools will receive $2,500 and the Town of Winona Lake will receive $2,500 for the Limitless Park Fund. Each organization will receive …read more.

At 3:30 p.m. Monday, Warsaw Street Department Superintendent Lacy Francis resigned his position after 22 years. The resignation followed an investigation that unveiled approximately $150,000 in billing irregularities. According to Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer, the city received a tip back in December that a contractor had been billing the city for repairs to aging storm …read more.

Please note that in observance of Independence Day, the City of Warsaw offices will be closed Thursday, July 4. Thursday’s trash pick-up will be on Friday, July 5. All other routes will remain the same.

The city of Warsaw has announced the final week for loose leaf pick-up. Leaves can be raked to the curb or alley (not in the street) and the leaf crews will pick them up on your regular trash day the week of Nov. 26-30. That will be the final pick-up. Crews will continue to pick-up bagged …read more.

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S667_1MqjJE] G&G Hauling on Monday began demolishing two properties on South Buffalo Street the city of Warsaw recently acquired for nonpayment of taxes. The properties at 302 and 310 S. Buffalo St., were formerly owned by Alan Kado. Earlier this summer the city began working to acquire both properties that were severely delinquent in …read more.

A sewer project will have traffic along SR 15 (Detroit Street) in Warsaw restricted on Tuesday and Wednesday. The city of Warsaw will be repairing a sewer line on SR 15 (North Detroit Street) at the intersection of Detroit and Main streets. The northbound lane will be reduced to one lane for this repair. Restriction …read more.

In observance of Independence Day, all city of Warsaw offices and departments will be closed Wednesday, July 4. Wednesday’s trash route will be picked up on Thursday, July 5. All other routes remain the same. As a reminder, all trash needs to be out by 7 a.m., bagged and placed in a container no larger …read more.