MILFORD — At the end of its last public meeting of 2019, members of Milford Town Council took some moments to reflect on the year ending, as well as the one to come. All of the members agreed with President Doug Ruch who said, “We want to keep improving our infrastructure, while at the same …read more.

SYRACUSE — After almost an hour of discussion regarding an encroachment agreement between Gordon and Laurie Lord and the town, the Syracuse Town Council chose instead to instruct town attorney Vern Landis to write a letter to the Syracuse Board of Zoning Appeals instructing it to drop its lawsuit against the Lords. Attorney Steve Snyder, …read more.

MILFORD — Milford Town Council received an early Christmas gift at its public meeting on Dec. 12. K21 Foundation President and CEO Rich Haddad was on hand to announce the foundation was celebrating its 20th anniversary by giving incorporated towns in Kosciusko County a grant of $200,000 each to use however they best feel they …read more.

WARSAW — K21 Health Foundation made a recent grant to Live Well Kosciusko to help improve the coordinated effort in caring for those fighting cancer. Live Well Kosciusko is an organization with a mission of promoting the health, well-being and engagement of the people of our local community. They have championed various initiatives including Tobacco-Free …read more.

MILFORD — Milford Redevelopment Commission had its last public meeting of an eventful year Monday, Dec. 9. In attendance was Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation CEO Alan Tio, who praised the commission for the work it has accomplished. “You’re ahead of the other redevelopment organizations in the county,” he stated, Tio was referring, in part, to …read more.

MILFORD — The Monday, Oct. 7, meeting of Milford Town Council saw another episode in the town’s ongoing dispute with property owner Ron Davidhizar. Davidhizar and his attorney, Bill Davis, addressed the council in the hopes of getting relief from fines imposed on several properties in various states of disrepair. The council denied that relief, …read more.

WARSAW – The future of the CCAC could take a turn for the better with the proposition of a new indoor facility.

WARSAW – Warsaw Little League put to use a $50,000 grant to make improvements to the park.

KOSCIUSKO — Questa Education Foundation and the K21 Foundation Announced the continued funding of the K21-Questa Scholar program. The program financially supports graduating high school seniors from Kosciusko County who will be majoring in healthcare related fields. Annual funding is available for up to five qualified students that are residents of Kosciusko County and plan …read more.

MILFORD — On Monday, July 16, Milford’s Harvest with a Heart produce market will open for its 10th season. To commemorate the anniversary, a celebration is in the works to take place at the southwest corner of SR 15 and Emeline Street in Milford. Harvest with a Heart’s beginnings can be traced to a preschool field …read more.

SYRACUSE — The monthly meeting of the Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee held Monday evening, Feb. 19, opened with the introduction of two new members: Adam Richardson, an independent contractor, and Angie Racolta, a real estate agent at Reecer Properties. One member who was not on hand to greet the newcomers was Treasurer Dr. Tom Edington, due …read more.

WARSAW— Magical Meadows, a therapeutic horseback riding facility outside of Warsaw, is one of those places which must be seen to be believed. And as it looks forward to its 10-year anniversary celebration, the facility at 3386 E. 525N may soon reach many more of the 5,000 special needs residents in Kosciusko County. Recently, the …read more.

Several members of the community came together to help with this project. From left: Bob Cockburn, Doug Ruch, Dan Cochran, Dan Brown, Ron Baumgartner, Jim Newswanger, Holly Swoverland, Dana Krull, Becky Alles, Joellen Free (photo by Samantha Oyler). MILFORD — Members of the community came out to Waubee Lake Park today, Saturday, June 10, to …read more.

WARSAW – The Warsaw Community High School volleyball program raised $1,100 during its annual Pink Out event this season.

WINONA LAKE — K21 Health Foundation, Grace College and the Town of Winona Lake held a dedication event for the newly refurbished tennis and basketball courts at Winona Lake Limitless Park on Friday, Sept. 30. The courts were dedicated to Dr. Mike Grill, former professor of psychology and tennis coach at Grace College. Rich Haddad, …read more.

MILFORD — Waubee Lake Park is a summer destination for many families who reside in and around the Milford area. Owned by the town of Milford, the park offers a place for families to enjoy the shores of Waubee Lake, complete with a public beach supervised by lifeguards. However, the playground equipment at the park …read more.

By HOLLY SWOVERLAND Grant Coordinator, K21 Health Foundation WARSAW — One of the most important aspects of a domestic violence shelter is security, both for the residents and the staff who serve them. When residents come to the new Beaman Home, they will be protected by a state-of-the-art security system thanks to a K21 grant of …read more.

By HOLLY SWOVERLAND Grant Coordinator, K21 Health Foundation WARSAW — Beginning in February, the Kosciusko Community YMCA will offer the nationally recognized Livestrong at the YMCA program for people affected by cancer. The first year of this program has been fully supported through a $35,000 grant from the K21 Health Foundation. This evidence-based, 12-week physical activity and well-being …read more.

WARSAW — An opportunity for supporters of the newest Serenity House in Warsaw was provided Thursday morning, Oct. 22, at an open house event. Serenity House Unit No. 7, is located at 321 S. High St., Warsaw. Unit No. 7, which opened on Sept. 1, is home for 16 men who want to recover from …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee met Monday evening, Oct. 19, and Executive Director Megan McClellan gave updates on the Conklin Bay and the Eli Lilly Road trail projects. Both trails are moving forward.

Providing transportation for veterans to medical appointments just became a bit easier for the American Legion Post #253 thanks to a $30,000 grant from K21 Health Foundation. The grant was used to assist with the purchase a new van that volunteers use to take veterans from Kosciusko County to various medical appointments. According to Commander …read more.

Today, Tuesday, June 30, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly welcomed the announcement that Kosciusko County Senior Services in Warsaw, will receive the Enhanced Mobility of Seniors & Individuals with Disabilities Grant from the Indiana Department of Transportation. The INDOT program is funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. KCSS will receive $40,000 to replace an outdated …read more.

  Kosciusko County Velo Cycling has donated $5,000 to a newly established Ride+Walk Fund. The money will go to help reach the matching funds needed for the recent K21 Health Foundation’s 3-1 matching grant of $375,000 for the community’s Ride+Walk project on East Market Street, which includes the addition of a world-class pedestrian and bicycle-friendly …read more.

  By SUE CREIGHTON Altrusa And Beaman Home Board President As part of the October Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Beaman Home, the area’s emergency shelter and outreach center for victims of domestic violence, is planning a bingo fundraiser Oct. 16 at the Center Lake Pavilion, Warsaw. The public is invited to join the fun and …read more.

K21 Health Foundation is a sponsor for the 2014 Camp John Warvel, which offers traditional camp activities as well as constant medical assistance for children living with diabetes. Children ages 7 to 16 with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes are eligible to attend. Teens with previous diabetes camp experience may apply for counselor-in-training positions. …read more.

Rosy Jansma, Mentone resident and parent of students that attend Mentone Elementary School and Tippecanoe Valley Middle School, serves on the K21 Health Foundation Board of Directors. Because of Mrs. Jansma’s involvement in the community and her commitment to making a difference, the K21 Health Foundation recently made a donation of $1,000 in her honor. …read more.

Rosy Jansma, Mentone resident and parent of students who attend Mentone Elementary School and Tippecanoe Valley Middle School, serves on the K21 Health Foundation Board of Directors. Because of Jansma’s involvement in the community and her commitment to making a difference, the K21 Health Foundation recently made a donation of $1,000 in her honor. Jansma …read more.

WARSAW – Cancer Care Fund of Kosciusko County will host its first Battle of the Bands Etc. at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 3, in the Warsaw Performing Arts Center. The Cancer Care Fund is looking for talent to participate in the fundraiser, which CCF hopes to make an annual event. Bands, a cappella groups, duets, …read more.

Fellowship Missions recently held a fundraiser to benefit their new shelter building. The event, which featured a banquet held in the unfinished building located at 1520 E. Winona Ave., Warsaw, was held on Thursday, Sept. 12, and saw approximately 100 guests. The event included an open house for guests to walk around and see the …read more.

GOSHEN, Ind. – The Center for Healing & Hope, with two clinic locations in Elkhart and one in Goshen, received a grant for $3,800 from K21 Health Foundation. K21 Health Foundation is a private foundation that focuses on opportunities to improve health and wellness for the citizens of Kosciusko County. The grant will support patients …read more.

It is a tragic fact that 1 in 4 women will experience some type of domestic violence in their lifetime. When a domestic violence victim flees her abuser, it’s important she and her children have some place safe to go. In Kosciusko County, that place is the Beaman Home. The current shelter is a nearly …read more.

The 2013 Idol Variety Nite to benefit the Kosciusko County Cancer Care Fund has been set – now, it’s time to find the talent. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 23, auditions will be held at the Wagon Wheel Theatre in Warsaw for those wanting to be part of the event. Auditions will …read more.

K21 Health Foundation is once again collaborating with Questa Foundation for Education to provide Scholar Awards to college students from Kosciusko County who are committed to a degree in a medical or health related field. Qualifying Questa Scholars are eligible for loans of up to $5,000 each year for four years in support of their …read more.

With obesity on the rise throughout the country, many ambulance services face the difficulty of transporting larger patients on cots not designated for their weight. Thanks to a grant from K21 Health Foundation, Multi-Township EMS now has a new cot that is specifically designed for the welfare and comfort of these patients, as well as …read more.

The K21 Health Foundation is currently accepting applications for the first round of grants in 2013. Completed applications must be received no later than 4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 1, to be considered during the cycle. Non-profit organizations with programs dedicated to the health and wellness of Kosciusko County residents are encouraged to apply. All applicants …read more.

The K21 Health Foundation has awarded Kosciusko Lakes and Streams $200,000 to be used toward lake and stream research in Kosciusko County, focusing on blue-green algae. “Lakes and streams are vital to the community. We want to acknowledge how important water is to the health of residents in Kosciusko County. We’re thrilled to renew our …read more.