NORTH WEBSTER — The East Washington Street right of way access to Webster Lake is further along the way to being mostly the emergency access to the lake for fire and police departments it was learned at the Tuesday, April 23, meeting of the North Webster Town Council. It was held in the North Webster …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Webster Lake Conservation Association is asking the court to settle a dispute with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources concerning the nearly 200-year-old dam. A complaint was filed in Kosciusko Circuit Court on Feb. 7. The latest inspection states the DNR wants the association to buy two homes near the dam, create a …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Webster Lake Conservation Association is the recent recipient of the 2017 Indiana Lakes Management Society’s Project of the Year Award, one of the highest honors in the state bestowed to lake and conservation associations. ILMS promotes the understanding and comprehensive management of Indiana lakes and reservoirs and their watershed ecosystems. The annual …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster Town Council was approached by representatives from Webster Lake Conservation Association and The Watershed Foundation at its Tuesday, March 20, meeting in the North Webster Community Center. They presented a study done in 2002 by J.F. New & Associates about storm drain run off and how it impacts Webster Lake, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Built in 1929, the Dixie Sternwheeler is Indiana’s oldest sternwheel excursion boat and one of the area’s favorite water attractions. On Friday, July 21, 75 supporters of The Watershed Foundation, representing seven area lakes, attended a private cruise hosted by TWF.

By EILEEN OAKS The Watershed Foundation Outreach and Marketing Specialist NORTH WEBSTER — Over the past 20 years, The Watershed Foundation has been led by community leaders and visionaries. TWF’s Board of Directors has ensured the longevity of TWF’s mission to protect and improve our lakes and streams by making crucial decisions, utilizing cutting-edge environmental …read more.

Members present at the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce meeting Monday, June 8, took a survey about how the chamber could better serve them. The survey will also be posted on the chamber’s Facebook page and website, www.northwebster.com, for others who wish to take it. The meeting was held at the North Webster American …read more.

Wind and wave energy generated by recreational activities and harsh winters have taken a toll on the largest island in Webster Lake. At the worst spot, on the west side of Kline Island, severe erosion has stolen an estimated 20 to 25 feet of shoreline. President Terry Fredericks of the Webster Lake Conservation Association began …read more.

Double the normal number of attendees turned out for the Monday general meeting of the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce at the North Webster American Legion Post 253. The draw was a presentation by Indiana Department of Natural Resources North Region Fisheries Supervisor Jeremy Price. A general overview of weed control guidelines by the …read more.

North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce was asked to support the Webster Lake Conservation Association in an effort to persuade the Indiana Department of Natural Resources to allow more spraying for invasive, non-native weeds such as Eurasian watermilfoil. Weeds have been an major complaint for boaters and recreational users of the lake this season. WLCA …read more.

North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce donated $500 to the Webster Lake Conservation Association’s fireworks fund, it was announced by chamber treasurer Stacey Cox, Pletcher Insurance. She presided in the absence of president Sue Ward, Sue’s Creations. The busyness of the season made for low attendance at the monthly May meeting Monday at the American …read more.

The Webster Lake Conservation Association invites Webster Lake residents to join neighbors and friends on a free Dixie breakfast/brunch ride Saturday, June 8. The Dixie will leave shore promptly at 9 a.m. Those who plan to attend are asked to please bring a dish to share. Eating utensils and drinks will be provided.

On Sept. 22, the Webster Lake Conservation Association had a work day at the Lake Webster Dam. A dozen people helped clear debris and rubble from the former raceway of the Boydston Grist Mill in preparation for the rehabilitation of the Webster Lake outlet structure rehabilitation. The rehabilitation project at the dam is scheduled to …read more.