NEW PARIS — A house fire at 71737 SR 15, between US 6 and CR 50, north of Milford, has shut down traffic in that area. New Paris Fire Department was called at approximately 12:20 p.m. today, to a fire at that residence, tanker and/or manpower assistance was requested from Milford, Benton, Foraker and Elkhart …read more.

WARSAW — On Saturday, Dec. 1, the Kosciusko County Fire Association is hosting a Toys for Tots drive. At 8 a.m., department participants will meet at JB Furniture, located at 2101 E. Center St., Warsaw. Refreshments will be provided by 1-800-BOARDUP. At 9 a.m., with an escort from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, fire trucks …read more.

UPDATE — A barn on the property of Dennis Boggs, 735 E 450S, Warsaw, was a total loss, but nearby buildings and the home went unscathed thanks to efforts of firefighters. The fire was Thursday evening, Feb. 25. “For the amount of fire and close proximity of other buildings, all additional buildings were saved,” said …read more.

[weaver_youtube IpQo5lFF2pY rel=0]   PRELIMINARY UPDATE — At least five buses and a support vehicle were destroyed in this morning’s fire at the Warsaw Bus Garage. Warsaw Community Schools have closed for the day. Neighboring school corporations have reportedly offered assistance with buses if needed. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Public Information Officer Chad Hill, on …read more.