Financials were the focal point of Kosciusko County Council’s July 9 meeting, with several appropriations, grant requests and transfers approved by council members.

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.

A scene from Wednesday’s rally in downtown Warsaw. InkFreeNews photo by Briley Gargis. It was an amazing week for diversity in Warsaw in two different ways. In case you live under a rock, here’s a quick recap. First, the more low-key effort came Monday as city and county officials quickly reacted after learning Friday of …read more.

Two incumbents and one newcomer have won nominations for three Kosciusko County Council at-large seats in the Republican primary.

The county council at large election will see three incumbents and one newcomer in the race to make the Republican ballot for the primary. Only three of those running can receive the nomination. Those vying for the nominations are Kimberly Cates, Syracuse, incumbent; Kathleen Groninger, Mentone; Sue Ann Mitchell, Warsaw, incumbent; and Joni L. Truex, Warsaw, incumbent. Each candidate was asked to give a short biography and answer two questions.

Kosciusko County doesn’t get much more conservative than what was seen on Thursday night. While the city of Warsaw and state of Indiana have pitched in more than $300,000 for an emergency relief fund for small businesses – a program created by Kosciusko County Economic Development Corporation – the county itself doesn’t seem that interested …read more.

Coronavirus was an issue heard repeatedly during parts of the wide-ranging candidate forum in Warsaw Friday night.

Kosciusko County Council tabled discussion on whether to contribute to an emergency loan program set up by the county’s economic development office for small businesses hurt by the pandemic.

Red yard signs seem to be the color of choice for at least five local candidates in the upcoming June 2 primary, but two of those are emanating from the same household.

WARSAW – Kosciusko County’s three incumbent at-large representatives on County Council will have a Republican challenger in the May 5 primary. Kathleen Groninger, of Mentone, filed to run for one of the three at-large seats shortly before the Friday, Feb. 7 deadline. Groninger is married to Kosciusko County Commissioner Cary Groninger, who is filling out …read more.

WARSAW – Below is a list of candidates who filed before Friday’s deadline for the May 5 primary. The list is based on information provided by the Kosciusko County Clerk and the Indiana Secretary of State’s Office’s election website for county races and legislative districts that include Kosciusko County. (Challengers are italicized) Commissioner, northern district …read more.

WARSAW – Four more candidates from Kosciusko County – all Republicans – filed this week to run in county-level races in the 2020 primary. The filing period began Wednesday morning, Jan. 8, and will continue to Feb. 7. The four who filed this week include: Cary Groninger, an incumbent from Mentone, filed for middle district …read more.

WARSAW – Seven candidates from Kosciusko County – all Republicans – filed to run in county-level races in the 2020 primary. The filing period began Wednesday morning, Jan. 8, and continues until Feb. 7. The seven who filed on Wednesday were: Ann Torpy, an incumbent from Mentone, filed for County Clerk Michael Kissinger, an incumbent …read more.

WARSAW — New appointments were filled and year-end transfers were made Thursday night, Dec. 12, by Kosciusko County Council. 2020 Office Appointments: Alcohol Beverage Commission — Dan Woods Area Plan Board — Jon Garber Emergency Mgt. Advisory — Joni Truex KC Economic Development Committee — Kimberly Cates Kos. Economic Development Corporation — Kimberly Cates Michiana …read more.

WARSAW — At the Kosciusko County Council meeting held Thursday, Nov. 14, a grant request by Chief Deputy Prosecutor Brad Voelz and Kosciusko County Teen Court Director Betsey Vastbinder was approved. The $129,039 grant is through the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute. Voelz requested permission to reapply for the grant in 2020.  Vastbinder introduced Lana Horoho, …read more.

SYRACUSE — The 2019 Republican Hall of Fame recipients are long-time Republicans and public servants, Sue Ann Mitchell and Merle Holden. The announcement was made during a Hall of Fame dinner on Tuesday, Sept. 17, on the SS Lilypad on Lake Wawasee. Mitchell has held several elected positions in township and county government and currently …read more.

WARSAW — After some disagreement that included a split vote that bumped the issue forward another month, the Kosciusko County Council unanimously agreed on a revision to the county’s wheel tax. “Look at that, seven hands in the air,” said Council President Sue Ann Mitchell when the council voted to pass one of two Wheel …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Kosciusko County Councilmember Sue Ann Mitchell was elected president of the Association of Indiana Counties’ Northeast District during the annual meeting in Whitley County this month. “I am pleased to serve as the Northeast District President of the Association of Indiana Counties,” Mitchell said. “I have been a cheerleader for the AIC for many …read more.

  EDITOR’S NOTE: Early this morning InkFreeNews learned there were multiple copies of the press release floating around council chambers during the Syracuse Town Council meeting last night. The corrected information  was supplied by Councilman Larry Siegel and is shown in parenthesis. SYRACUSE — During the Syracuse Town Council’s regular monthly meeting, Mike Noe, town …read more.

WARSAW — Both legislative branches of Kosciusko County government sent a message to the planners for a new sewer district Thursday night, Nov. 8 — “Get your ducks in a row, then come back and see us.” In a joint meeting of the Kosciusko County Council and the Kosciusko County Commissioners, representatives from both panels …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Council spent nearly two and one-half hours on Monday, Aug. 20, hearing from department heads as each supervisor spelled out their budget requests for 2019. The council heard from approximately 25 department heads and elected officials regarding 76 line items. The council’s total requested budget for 2019, prior to Monday’s …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Council heard from nine non-profit organizations Thursday night, July 12, as a representative from each of the agencies came before the seven-person panel to discuss operations prior to receiving their allotment of funds for 2019. The county is issuing just north of $1 million to the non-profits in 2019. The …read more.