Prater Is February 2025’s Veteran Of The Month
Vernie Prater, the Kosciusko County Veteran of the Month for February 2025, served in Vietnam.
Richard ‘Dick’ Shepherd
Richard "Dick" Shepherd, a cherished educator and beloved member of the community, passed away on Feb. 9, 2025, at Parkview Whitley Hospital in Columbia City, at the age of 94.
Jennie Lou Earl
Jennie Lou Lee Earl, 81, of Warsaw, passed away very suddenly on Feb. 9, 2025, at 3:02 p.m. at Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital in Warsaw.
Tréce Douglas Blanton
Tréce Douglas Blanton, 26, died on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025.
Milford Water Rates Likely To Go Up, Public Hearing Next Month
MILFORD - At Monday’s Milford Council Meeting, Clerk-Treasurer Tricia Gall presented two ordinances regarding upcoming water projects and rates.
Jack Heeter Joins Live Well Kosciusko As Chief Operations Officer
Live Well Kosciusko announced Jack Heeter joined the organization as chief operations officer.
United Way Explores The Future For Children
United Way of Whitley and Kosciusko Counties invites the community to “Spotlight on Children,” where leaders from across Indiana will share ideas about how the community can do remarkable things for our children.
Solid Waste Management Board Discusses Potential For Tire Recycling Services
Kosciusko County Solid Waste Management District discussed the potential of offering tire recycling services to county residents during a meeting Tuesday.
County BZA Tables Discussion On Industrial Property Uses
Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals continued a case regarding an Atwood industrial property.
Public Occurrences 02.11.25
County Jail Bookings The following people were arrested and booked into the Kosciusko County Jail:
Leesburg Council Approves Purchase Of Air Purification System
LEESBURG — Leesburg Town Council voted to purchase an air purification system as a solution to the ongoing sewer odor coming from the main pumping station.
Sponsor A Team For Warsaw Education Foundation’s 2025 Community Quiz Bowl
The Warsaw Education Foundation (WEF) announced the upcoming 2025 Community Quiz Bowl, a team-building event that promises an evening of knowledge, fun, and friendly competition.
Triton School Board Learns About Event, Student Project
BOURBON – Superintendent Jeremy Riffle informed the Triton School Board Monday of one event and one student project going on in the school corporation.
Pierceton Council Approves Bid For Street Paving
PIERCETON — Pierceton Town Council approved a bid from Phend & Brown for street paving work during a meeting Monday.
Warsaw Library Board Approves Architect For Renovations
Warsaw Community Public Library Board of Trustees approved Luminaut as the architecture firm handling the library's future renovations.
Man Facing Money Laundering Charge Also Allegedly Admitted To Drug Activity
The Warsaw man arrested Feb. 4 with drugs and a large amount of money in his vehicle allegedly admitted to doing illicit drug money transactions for a “friend” he believed was a cartel member.
Animal Welfare League’s Second Annual Bingo for Bourbon Is Feb. 27
The Animal Welfare League is hosting its second Annual Bingo for Bourbon at Warsaw’s Anthology Whiskey Room on Feb. 27.
Manchester U. To Host International Peacebuilder For Public Lecture
NORTH MANCHESTER - Manchester University will welcome Kenyan peacebuilder and storyteller Dr. Babu Ayindo for a presentation on Monday, Feb. 17.
Abbott Authors Legislation To Protect Property Owners' Rights Against Unauthorized Occupants
STATEHOUSE – State Rep. David Abbott (R-Rome City) has authored legislation which aims to enhance protections for Hoosier property owners dealing with squatters on their property.
