Democrats in Kosciusko County have cancelled a fundraiser set for Sunday, July 26, that would have included gubernatorial candidate Woody Myer.

Sara McNeal-Strahan-Lenfestey ran as a democratic contender for the Warsaw City Council last year. McNeal-Strahan-Lenfestey, a native of Warsaw, said what drove her to run for public office was seeing the same people in office for 20 years without a lot of progress.

WARSAW — Democrats in Kosciusko County are fired up for the upcoming election as close to 100 attended the second annual Salute to Service Saturday evening, Sept. 22, at Noa, Noa, Warsaw. The evening focused on recognizing those who have served – the local party and the military. Awards were presented to Jim Townsend, Jeanne …read more.

[weaver_youtube 5bUKfB8BbLc rel=0]   NORTH WEBSTER — Enthusiasm and excitement were high at Saturday night’s Kosciusko County Democrat salute to service dinner. The evening also saw the largest crowd attending a Democrat dinner in years. The event was held at The Owl’s Nest, North Webster. The evening focused on a salute to the service of …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Kosciusko County Democrats would like to take the opportunity to invite local Democrats to the upcoming A Salute to Service dinner at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11, at the Owl’s Nest Banquet Center, 7369 East CR 800N, North Webster. Speakers include Courtney Tritch, candidate for Congress in the 3rd Congressional District; Yatish Joshi, candidate for …read more.

  LEESBURG — “I started getting involved (in politics) in 2012 on Joe Donnelly’s first run,” said Brian Smith of Leesburg. Smith is the chairman of the Kosciusko County Democrats. His interest in politics was peaked when he saw how Senator Richard Lugar was treated when he ran against Richard Mourdock, then state treasurer in …read more.

WARSAW — Join fellow Kosciusko County Democrats tonight, Nov. 8, for its Election night watch party. The group be meeting at Mad Anthony Brewing Company, 113 East Center St., Warsaw, starting at 7 p.m. to watch the election results come in.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Democrats held an opening ceremony for their new Warsaw headquarters, located at 212 S. Lake St. on Tuesday evening, Aug. 30. Candidates for the Democratic ticket were present at the ribbon cutting, including Lynn Coleman, Democratic candidate for Congress, Dee Moore, Democratic candidate for Indiana State House of Representatives District 18 and …read more.

WARSAW — Lindsay Malloy is one of 41 Hoosiers chosen to participate in the Indiana Democratic Party’s Emerging Leaders Project. Malloy got involved in local politics when she first moved to the area three years ago. “There are a lot of great local leaders that I’ve been fortunate to work with, but there’s always more to …read more.

The Kosciusko County Democratic Party graciously welcomes the public to our 2014 Jefferson-Jackson Dinner. This year’s speakers are Indiana Democratic Party State Chairman John Zody, Third Congressional District Nominee Justin Kuhnle, State Representative Candidate David Kolbe, as well as candidates for County Council, Dan Damron, and County Commissioner, Gale Owens. We welcome the public to …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.

Imagine high speed passenger rail service between Columbus, Ohio and Chicago and the opportunities for our community and local economy. Growing our businesses, taking that getaway trip or visiting family, high speed rail service does this efficiently by maximizing infrastructure investment. The public is invited to learn more about the possibility of high speed passenger …read more.

Michael Searfoss has been named the new clerk-treasurer for Leesburg. Kosciusko County Democrat Party Chairman John Bonitati informed StaceyPageOnline.com this morning of the decision. Searfoss has lived in Leesburg for 20 years and has worked at Dana Corporation for 31 years. He also served as the UAW Local 1405 trustee for 6 years and as …read more.

Kosciusko County Democrats this morning gathered to name a new party chairman in the wake of last month’s sudden resignation of Terry Bartley. Having received no letters of intent from potential candidates, a motion was made from the floor by media and communications director Art Brown to nominate John Bonitati. Bonitati has served as the …read more.

Kosciusko County Democrats have organized a special caucus meeting for 10 a.m. Saturday, May 18, to name a new party chairman. Terry Bartley submitted his resignation last week immediately resigning his duties as chairman. Bartley told StaceyPageOnline.com the resignation was simply due to personal time constraints. (See story) At 10 a.m. on May 18, the …read more.

Although results locally did not turn out in their favor, Kosciusko County Democrats still celebrated on election night. The victory party wasn’t just about support for candidates locally. “We’re watching the results come in and hopefully have good news across the nation,” said Terry Bartley, chairman of the Kosciusko County Democrats. “Even though we’re in …read more.

Fraudulent phone calls are targeting a handful of voters in Kosciusko County and the results could change a political race. Kosciusko County Democratic Chairman Terry Bartley tells Stacey Page that he has received calls from three registered Democratic voters who, in the past, have cast absentee ballots. According to Bartley, those individuals were told they …read more.

StaceyPageOnline.com has learned that Bill Troup, a long-time member of the Van Buren Township Advisory Board, has submitted his resignation. Troup sent his letter to Kosciusko County Democrat Party Chairman Terry Bartley. We are attempting to speak with Troup.

By STACEY PAGE Editor [email protected] Kosciusko County Democrats hosted an Open House at its new facility in Warsaw on Friday. Stopping by for the event were Brendan Mullen of South Bend. Mullen is seeking the District 2 Congressional seat. Also at the Democratic headquarters was Kevin Boyd of Fort Wayne. Boyd is seeking the District …read more.

LINCOLN DAY SPEAKERS — Indiana’s Secretary of State Connie Lawson and Indiana House Speaker Brian Bosma, pictured at left, were speakers during the annual Kosciusko County Lincoln Day Dinner Thursday evening. Lawson, four weeks into her new position, noted it was an easy decision to accept the nomination, but was saddened to leave the legislation and the …read more.