WARSAW — Local attorney David Kolbe will hold a presentation from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 16, on his experiences teaching American criminal jury trial for the law faculty at European University, Tbilisi, Republic of Georgia. The program will take place at the Warsaw Community Public Library. Kolbe will offer a glimpse into life …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was sentenced to seven years in prison after burglarizing his father’s home. Joseph Alexei Deeter, 21, 966 W. CR 400N, Warsaw, was charged with burglary, a level 4 felony; and auto theft, a level 6 felony. Charges of unlawful possession of a firearm by a serious violent felon and theft …read more.

Former Kosciusko County Prosecutor David Kolbe has never been shy about expressing his thoughts on marijuana and came out this week in support of legalizing pot. Kolbe, who has family in Colorado and visits there often, says he’s not inclined to use pot himself (he says he wants to remain mentally sharp for his legal …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Patrick Olson, former community corrections officer, is seeking dismissal of felony charges related to a 2017 case. Patrick Olson Charges of sexual misconduct by a service provider, a level 5 felony, and aiding/inducing/causing escape, a level 6 felony, were filed in Kosciusko County Superior Court on Nov. 17, 2017. The warrant was served that …read more.

WARSAW — David Kolbe will present a program, with images, of his recent trip, travel and teaching experiences in Albania. The event will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 31, 2019, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 832 E. Center St., Warsaw. Kolbe is a senior visiting professor for the Center for International Legal …read more.

WARSAW — On Tuesday, Oct. 30, David C. Kolbe will moderate a panel discussion entitled “Beyond Race and Color in Our Tribal Times.” The event will take place at the Warsaw Community Public Library from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The panelists are Cliff Dent, a descendant of South Carolina slaves from Phoenix, Ariz.; and Don …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Documents providing arguments against and for Colt Lundy’s sentence modification have been filed by both parties. The state filed its eight-page brief Tuesday, Oct. 9, with the defense filing its nine-page document Sunday, Oct. 14. Special Judge David Cates, Kosciusko Superior Court 1, who took the matter under advisement Oct. 4, will …read more.

*WARNING: The following article contains information that may not be suitable for all readers.* KOSCIUSKO — A Warsaw man was sentenced in Kosciusko Superior Two Court Wednesday, July 18, after molesting a female minor. Edgar Medellin Sanchez, 340 E. Levi Lee Road, Warsaw, was charged with sexual misconduct with a minor. On May 11, 2017, …read more.

By Amanda McFarland Adult Programming Administrator WARSAW — Warsaw Community Public Library will host the following programs in June for teens and adults. A teen songwriting contest takes place Friday, June 1, through Saturday, June 30. Chess Club meets at 10 a.m. Saturdays. Cookbook Club meets at 11 a.m. Monday, June 4, to share gluten-free …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Public Library offers the following teen and adult programs in March. The Chess Club meets at 10 a.m. Saturdays in March. Off the Shelf Reading Group meets at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 1, to discuss “Small Great Things” by Jodi Picoult. The Cookbook Club meets at 11 a.m. Monday, March 5, …read more.

WARSAW — David C. Kolbe has announced the second in a series of public presentations at the Warsaw Community Public Library. At 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 21, he will present “Cuba, past, present and future”. In 2002 Kolbe travelled to Havana and Varadero, Cuba, as part of a legal delegation sponsored by People to People …read more.

WARSAW — A local attorney, former prosecutor and Kosciusko County Democratic Chair David Kolbe has announced he is retiring from partisan politics. The announcement came through a Facebook post made a few weeks ago. In his post Kolbe said, “In March my term ends as Kosciusko County Democratic Party Chair and I will be passing …read more.

WARSAW — David C. Kolbe announces that he will be offering a presentation on the rise and fall of fascism in early to mid 20th century Europe. The program will take place at the Warsaw Community Public Library beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Jan. 10, 2017. There is no charge and it is open to …read more.

[weaver_youtube bRVlLCiudPc rel=0]   SYRACUSE — Stan Moore, North Manchester, was named the Democrat of the Year at the Kosciusko County Democratic Party annual dinner. The event was held Saturday evening, Sept. 24, at South Shore Golf Club, Syracuse. Moore was recognized for his willingness to assist the party when needed. Carmen Darland, Albion, 3rd …read more.

WARSAW — For the first time since he was sentenced almost six years ago, at the age of 15, Colt Lundy, now 20, was back in Kosciusko County. This time to request a sentence modification. However, his request was denied. He will continue to serve the remaining term of his sentence. It was on Sept. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY —The Kosciusko County Democratic Party announces that its November meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 2, at the Milford Community Building, 111 S. Main St., Milford. The meeting will be a carry-in, so bring a dish to share. David Kolbe, county Democrat chairman, will be leading the event. Democratic supporters and the …read more.

John Bonitati, left, passes the torch to new Kosciusko County Democratic Party chairman David Kolbe. At a meeting held at Richard’s Restaurant the morning of Saturday, April 4, the Kosciusko County Democrats selected the chairman and secretary to serve for 2015-2016. Opening the proceedings, John Bonitati, who has served as chairman for the last two …read more.

Dear Editor, This summer David Kolbe wrote a letter on July 15 where he used the phrase “common good” six times and “democracy” three times. He wrote, “… the general trajectory must be toward democracy, that is, crafting legislation which aims toward the common good.” He then wrote, “Democracy is in jeopardy … I hope …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: I’ve noticed many people complaining about how unhappy they are about the status quo here in Indiana. And then they go on to blame liberals, progressives and Democrats. Does anybody else notice the cognitive dissonance at work here? Republicans have controlled the governor position since 2005. The state senate and heneral assembly have …read more.

Dear Editor: Writers of recent letters to the editor in support of candidate Curt Nisley have referenced the past service of David Kolbe as the prosecuting attorney for Kosciusko County. Mssrs. Moser and Refior (a former fellow member of David Kolbe in the local Christian Legal Society) referenced David Kolbe’s past service as Kosciusko County …read more.

Dear Editor: As the election cycle winds down, perhaps we could all take a deep breath and go over this last election cycle. In the race for the 22nd House District we first saw a representative who was widely accused of not listening to her constituents, or to a select few. A long and fairly …read more.

Dear Editor, David Kolbe is being painted in the press as a far-left, socialist radical simply because he is a Democrat. Several years ago, Kolbe, after much soul-searching, decided that the Republican Party no longer had room for one with moderate views and one who had developed a passion to assist ordinary citizens who labor …read more.

Dear Editor, Your vote on Nov. 4 is important. Those of you who live in Indiana House District 22 and US House District 2 have the opportunity to vote for two well-qualified and moderate candidates: David Kolbe, for state representative, and Joe Bock, for U.S. Representative, who will reach across the aisle to pass common …read more.

Dear Editor, For the first time we have been able to view a copy of the response from the opposing nominee with respect to our complaint to the Indiana Election Commission regarding a direct link to his business logo and from there direct links to every aspect of his campaign, all on a government website. …read more.

Dear Editor, One of the fringe nominees supporters has written a letter in some publications imploring mainstream Republicans to reconsider their support of me in this election. Her rationale is flimsy and unsupported. “Words are to confuse…” is a well stated proposition she cites and then draws some reference to vague and unnamed candidate grading …read more.

Dear Editor, The Facebook group Republicans for Glenda Ritz has posted its thoughts on the upcoming state house and senate races. Regarding District 22 they state, “David Kolbe, an attorney, has made support of public education a priority, as quoted in article by Tim Ashley in Kosciusko’s Free Digital Newspaper: ‘We need to ensure schools …read more.

Dear Editor, Some of our fellow Republicans are supporting Democrat David Kolbe over fellow Republican Curt Nisly. You may or may not be aware that every two years after getting statewide input, the Indiana Republican Party Platform is adopted at the Republican Party state convention. If you weren’t there for its adoption, or have not …read more.

Dear Editor, I read that Democrat David Kolbe received the endorsement from Democrat State Superintendent Glenda Ritz for the House District 22 race. As a voter, I find this Ritz endorsement troubling because during her tenure, she has constantly fought with the rest of the State Board of Education (she even sued her fellow board members), …read more.

The committee to elect David Kolbe for State Representative, District 22, announces the endorsement of candidate Kolbe by United States Senator Joe Donnelly. According to a statment from Senator Joe Donnelly, “David Kolbe has served his community on issues of such as education and housing, and he will use this experience to represent the Hoosiers …read more.

Dear Editor, Because I established my law practice in Warsaw years before David Kolbe came to town I have been able to observe Kolbe since he arrived. Please do not vote for Kolbe. Please remember the endgame. Laws are not passed on Election Day. It is during a representative’s two-year term that laws that affect …read more.

Dear Editor, David Kolbe has chosen to run as a moderate. Not surprising since a liberal democrat has almost no chance of winning in Kosciusko County. What is surprising to me is that many Republicans seem to have forgotten that we already had a moderate, and we overwhelmingly voted her out in the primary. I …read more.

Dear Editor, If you are undecided on your choice for State Representative please take a look at David Kolbe’s website, www.kolbeforstaterep.com. If you are decided, look anyway, you may find his journey from Republican to a moderate new Democrat enlightening and informative. The New Democrat Coalition took root in the U.S. in 1997. One of …read more.

Dear Editor, The Elkhart Truth had an article on the Democrat lawyer, David Kolbe, running for Representative House District 22. He states that he received the endorsement from Democrats for Life America and then says, “He doesn’t feel that any legislative changes on abortion are necessary — in fact, he believes some current regulations may …read more.

By STACI POE Legal Assistant to David C. Kolbe David Kolbe, candidate for Disctrict 22, Indiana House of Representatives, has recieved the endorsement of Mayor Allan Kauffman, Goshen. In a statement released Oct. 15, Kauffman stated: “I’ve known Attorney David Kolbe since the time I worked for NBS Office Supplies and Equipment and one of our …read more.

Dear Editor, Marion Acton wrote a letter to the editor disparaging Democrats for Life, the group that has endorsed District 22 candidate David Kolbe. She intentionally misled readers by quoting statements from the DFLA website that were taken out of context. Careful examination of the website clearly shows the group’s passion to protect the unborn. …read more.

Dear Editor, Our founders crafted a Constitution which delegated 18 specific powers to the federal government from the states. Believe it or not, forcing me to buy health insurance is not among those 18 specific enumerated federal powers. In addition to these powers delegated to the federal government, Article 1, Section 10 lays out powers …read more.

By STACI POE Legal Assistant for David C. Kolbe P.C. The Committee for David Kolbe for State Representative announces that Kolbe has received the endorsement of Glenda Ritz, Indiana Superintendent of Public Instruction. The endorsement came Monday, Oct. 13, with video version to be released Thursday, Oct. 16. In her endorsement Glenda Ritz states the …read more.

Dear Editor, On Monday night I attended the Candidates Forum at the Center Park Pavilion. I’m very glad I did and will make it a point to attend such functions in the future. They are very useful tools when comparing and assessing candidates. Each candidate had 2-3 minutes to answer questions pertaining to their area …read more.

[weaver_youtube 5IRDagt7LGo rel=8]   State Representative Candidates David Kolbe, Curt Nisly and Michael Stinfer. (Photo by Deb Patterson)     One of the most highly contested races in the state Nov. 4 will be that of state representative for District 22. All three candidates were present at the Kosciusko Commerce Candidate Forum Monday evening, in …read more.

Dear Editor, I believe that it is important for voters in District 22 to clearly understand my support of religious freedom in this great country of ours. My positions are best shown by my own answers rather than distortions by those who endeavor to mischaracterize my positions to the public. As candidates we receive a …read more.

Dear Editor: I favor the right to bear arms as provided in the 2nd Amendment to the United States Constitution. Guns have been a part of our family for generations and my children are avid hunters. I received my first gun from my father when I was twelve years old. When I served as prosecuting …read more.

Dear Editor, Back in 2008, we began hearing from a smooth talking Democrat lawyer named Barack Obama. He was good at debates. He talked about hope and change. He talked about representing all the people, even Republicans. At times he talked like a Republican. He even had “Republicans for Obama” yard signs. He eventually moved …read more.

Article by Chelsea Los, Staff Writer David Kolbe, candidate for Indiana State Representative, District 22, filed a formal complaint with the Indiana Election Commission against his opponent, Curt Nisly, on Aug. 18 this year. Kolbe alleged that Nisly was using his business, C-Tech Solutions, to gain an unfair advantage in the District 22 campaign, along …read more.

Indiana’s House District 22 has received plenty of attention and is one of the most contested political races this year. Several letters to the editor and social media comments have been generated. But less than a month from now, it will be decided. Curt Nisly, Republican; David Kolbe, Democrat; and Michael Stinfer, a registered Republican …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.

Dear Editor, I am a voter. I am not a politician nor am I familiar with running a campaign. In the 23 years I’ve lived in this community I have never gotten involved in the political process, except to vote. What I’ve learned is that politics seems to bring out the worst in all of …read more.

David Kolbe, candidate for the Indiana House of Representatives, District 22, has received the endorsement of the American Federation of Teachers Indiana. Rick Muir, president and Sally Sloan, executive director, announced: “The AFT Indiana Executive Board has reviewed your positions … on issues of importance to our members and has made endorsements regarding the Nov. …read more.

Democratic Candidate for Indiana’s 22nd House District, David Kolbe’s Town Hall meeting for a public Meet and Greet will be from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7, at The Syracuse Community Center, 1013 N. Long Dr., Syracuse. Kolbe looks forward to answering any and all constituent questions regarding his policy positions as well …read more.

By BRIAN SMITH Communications Director, Kolbe For State Rep Democratic Candidate for Indiana’s 22nd House District, David Kolbe, invites the public to a Meet and Greet from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7, at the Syracuse Town Hall located at 310 N. Huntington St. Kolbe looks forward to answering any and all constituent …read more.

Dear Editor: I appreciate the fact that David Kolbe addresses comments, concerns and even accusations in Letters to the Editor. He responds to questions on his FB campaign wall as well. He’s open, honest and willing to discuss issues and follow up, via email or phone, to clarify if necessary. He makes himself available to …read more.

To the Editor: Curt Nisly is a local business owner who brings a healthy perspective to the difficult topic of taxes. Nisly, the Republican candidate for State Representative in House District 22, starts with the premise that what you earn is actually yours. Now certainly, government has a need to fund its legitimate operations, and …read more.

On the rainy evening of Sept. 20, members and supporters of the Kosciusko County Democratic Party gathered at Champagne Jam in Warsaw for the annual Jefferson Jackson dinner. Amongst the modest crowd was Indiana House of Representatives District 22 candidate, David Kolbe, US Congress Indiana Third District candidate, Justin Kuhnle, Kosciusko County Commissioner – Southern …read more.

Editor: Will the real Democrat candidate please stand up? Who is he? He’s a Democrat lawyer running for HD 22 representative, but his signs are deceiving. “Republicans for Kolbe”, they say. But wait, he’s on the Democrat ticket, but it looks like he wants to be a Republican. Oh, that’s right, he’s a Democrat lawyer. …read more.

In an interview with the Elkhart Truth last week, Elkhart County Clerk Wendy Hudson stated that any candidate has access to voter data available to the Republican nominee. The Kolbe Campaign reiterates its concerns regarding voter data only available to the nominee. If one were to view the source code for www.elkhartcountyclerk.com, one would see …read more.

(EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is the final part of a series regarding allegations of police and judicial corruption that Gary Helman said plagued him, all because of a custody dispute that began in Whitley County in 2003.) Gary Helman spent at least the last 5 years living in fear and hiding at his mother Atta’s house …read more.

Dear Editor: We recently filed a complaint with the Indiana Election Commission regarding actions of the nominee Curt Nisly. The press has done a good job reporting the events, but I felt it important to make our concerns very simple. By their nature these sort of things are somewhat smoke and mirrors and it takes …read more.

The Indiana Fraternal Order of Police has endorsed local candidates for the Nov. 4 elections. Among them are Democrat David Kolbe, Warsaw, who is seeking the District 22 seat for Indiana’s House of Representatives, and Republican Dave Wolkins, Winona Lake, the incumbent for District 18 House of Representatives. In a press release issued this morning, the …read more.

District 22 State Representative candidate David Kolbe has filed a formal complaint with the Indiana Election Commission against Republican nominee Curt Nisly, alleging improprieties and efforts to obtain an unfair campaign advantage. In his complaint, Kolbe alleges Nisly used his small web business, C-Tech Solutions Inc., to secure a public contract with the Elkhart County Clerk to design …read more.

Democratic candidate for Indiana’s 22nd House District, David Kolbe, invites the public to a meet and greet from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 19, at the Chamber of Commerce building located at 302 W. Market St., Nappanee. Mr. Kolbe looks forward to answering any and all constituent questions regarding his policy positions as …read more.

WARSAW – Democratic Candidate for Indiana’s 22nd House District, David Kolbe, invites the public to a Meet and Greet on Tuesday, August 19, from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce building (302 W. Market St) in Nappanee. Kolbe looks forward to answering any and all constituent questions regarding his policy positions as well as …read more.

(EDITOR’S NOTE: Last week, we featured responses to these same questions from Democrat candidate David Kolbe and Independent candidate Michael Stinfer who are seeking the District 22 House of Representative seat (see related). Republican candidate Curt Nisly replied to the questions this morning. These are his responses.) What has been the response to your platform? Curt …read more.

(EDITOR’S NOTE: Republican candidate Curt Nisly was emailed the same list of questions as the other candidates, on two separate occasions, but never responded. Should he submit his responses, they will be added to this post. Furthermore, this is not an endorsement of any particular candidate. We are merely offering the candidates a forum to …read more.

by John Bonitati Kosciusko County Democratic Chairman Candidate David Kolbe has called for a debate in the Indiana District 22 House race. The independent candidate, Michael Stinfer quickly agreed to debate. Curt Nisly, the extremist nominee called debates a “distraction” and declared they are not part of his winning strategy. Debates have always been a …read more.

In response to an invitation to debate his contenders, Curt Nisly, Republican candidate for State Representative in House District 22, declared, “This campaign is going to be won at the doorsteps.” Early this week, Democratic candidate for House District 22, David Kolbe of Warsaw, invited his opponents — Nisly and Independent candidate Michael Stinfer — to a …read more.

Michael Stinfer David Kolbe Michael Stinfer, a Republican running as an Independent on the ballot for Indiana House District 22, will accept any form of debate proposed by a candidate or the community. “I believe open debate is a bedrock of democracy. Brave men and women paid the ultimate sacrifice for this freedom, and I …read more.

Democratic Candidate for Indiana’s 22nd House District, David Kolbe, is calling for a debate among himself, Republican candidate Curt Nisly, and Independent candidate Michael Stinfer. Kolbe believes the three candidates seeking to represent the citizens of northern Kosciusko and southern Elkhart counties should appear before the public and outline their reasons for running and why …read more.

Dear Editor: I am a candidate for the Indiana House of Representatives, District 22. I take this opportunity to offer a vision for a better political course in our state, and our nation. Polarization and partisanship have overtaken politics. It is not only evident in political parties, but also in how people relate to one …read more.

The race for the State Representative District 22 seat will likely be a three-way contest come November. Warsaw resident Michael L. Stinfer, 34, a registered Republican, has decided to run as an Independent candidate on the ballot. Stinfer, a self-described “loving and fearing man of God,” is also a proud single father, a former United …read more.

There are three candidates running for State Representative of District 22. Incumbent Rebecca Kubacki is running against fellow Republican Curtis Nisly in the Republican primary while David Kolbe of Warsaw is running unopposed on the Democratic ticket. We asked Kubacki and Nisly three questions. Below are their answers. How did you become interested in politics? …read more.

Kosciusko County Democrats will host their monthly meeting at 6 p.m. tonight at Richard’s Restaurant, located at 3605 Commerce Dr., Warsaw. The public is encouraged to attend this important year-end December county Democratic meeting. This will be a great meeting with candidate speakers, good works project and county business to review. Speakers will include  Joe Bock, Democratic …read more.

The Kosciusko County Democratic Jefferson Jackson Hall of Fame Dinner was held on Saturday evening, at the Wagon Wheel 2517 Restaurant in Warsaw. Kosciusko County Democratic Party Chairman John Bonitati was pleased with the off-election year turnout. He opened the meeting stating that the recent federal government shut down hurt many Americans and the economy …read more.

David C. Kolbe has formed an exploratory committee for his candidacy in the upcoming election for Indiana House of Representatives for District 22 as a Democrat, having filed Form CFA-1 with the Indiana Secretary of State, Elections Division. Kolbe has practiced law in Warsaw, Ind., since 1981 after receiving his juris doctor in that year …read more.

On Wednesday, David Kolbe, acting attorney for the parents of a local Warsaw Community High School student, filed an injunction against Warsaw Community School Corporation. The injunction was filed due the alleged disregard for the student’s right to due process following a drug-related suspension from the WCHS varsity soccer team. The student, whose name will …read more.