County Formulating 2000 Budget
The Kosciusko County Council got down to the serious business of formulating the county's 2000 budget this week. But before they could get down to that item of business, they first had to address some additional budget requests for 1999. County Administrator Ron Robinson requested $991,000 in additional appropriations related to the Justice Building expansion project. Robinson said $400,000, to be taken from the jail fund, is for contractual services on the project for the remainder of 1999; $150,000 from the 911 fund for the purchase of radio equipment; $90,000 for unbudgeted Social Security expenses; $1,000 for paying the members of the prevailing wage committee $75 per meeting; and $350,000 from the Cumulative Jail Fund for renovations on the 911 dispatch system. Council vice president Jim Tranter said he is concerned about the effect the additional appropriations will have on the marketing of the bonds the county is seeking to fund the expansion.
Wiggins says service is key to good govt.
Ernest B.Wiggins, 1555 Meadow Lane, Warsaw, is the current mayor of Warsaw.He is being challenged by opponent Craig Allebach. Wiggins, and his wife, Deborah, have two children, Christopher, 21, and Elizabeth, 19.He is a partner at Ramsey and Wiggins Inc.CPA. Born July 9, 1949, Wiggins' memberships include past president and past treasurer, Northern Indiana Mayor's Roundtable; Indiana Association of Cities and Towns; Indiana Association of Cities and Towns executive committee, legislative committee and chairman of the audit committee; Homeland Security and Emergency Management Team; Kosciusko County Solid Waste Management Board; Warsaw/Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce; Warsaw Community Development Corp.board member; and Warsaw Rotary Club, past treasurer. Wiggins also is a Republican Convention delegate; a former member of Kosciusko County Tax Review Board; former City Council president; and a former member of the Aviation Board and Plan Commission.
School Safety Part 1: Resource Officers
Part 1: School Resource OfficersOn April 20, 1999, Columbine High School seniors Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold murdered a total of 12 students and one teacher, and injured an additional 21 students. The two then committed suicide.
Remember 9/11
This weekend marks the 10th anniversary of a grim day in our nation’s history.
County Accepts $50k Homeland Security Grant
This morning, the Kosciusko County Commissioners made multiple appointments, as well as approving a complete overhaul of the county Internet.
Lancers Sink Bethel College In Crossroads League Opener
Two goals scored three minutes apart secured a 2-1 win for Grace’s men’s soccer team at Bethel on Saturday. The Lancers opened up the Crossroads League season with a gritty victory over the Pilots (5-5, 0-1 CL) in a match that included 23 fouls and five yellow cards. The first half was a scoreless 45 minutes. Bethel outshot Grace 7-4 in the half, forcing goalkeeper Kurt Hamlin into action on a few occasions. The Pilots had two rapid shots that Hamlin did well to keep out of the net.
The Politics Of Debt
The debt limit has probably become the biggest political game of all time, and politicians on both sides of the aisle just love to play it.
U.S. Policy A Part Of Immigration Problems
Who knew H.R.7311, the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008, would be thrust into the spotlight six years after it was signed into law by President George W. Bush?
Akron Holds Q&A On Building Project
AKRON – Over 60 people attended the first of two public presentations on proposed Akron Elementary School renovations Tuesday, but no one voiced concern about the need for the project or its costs.
Grace WBB Secures Dramatic Upset Of No. 20 Tigers
Grace College’s women’s basketball team battled back from a 17-point deficit to upset No. 20 Olivet Nazarene on the road. Vironnica Drake scored the game-winning basket with 4.9 seconds remaining, lifting the Lady Lancers to a wild 95-93 victory on Thursday. Grace (10-2) is off to its best start in program history. The Lady Lancers notched their second straight Top 25 upset and moved into the “receiving votes” section of the NAIA Top 25 Poll on Wednesday.
Man Complains About Milford Town Councilman, Police Officers
A rural Milford man spent several minutes of the town council meeting Monday night making accusations of favoritism by police toward Council President Doug Ruch.
Politicians Can’t Handle Prosperity
Why is it that politicians just can’t seem to handle prosperity?
What’s Left On My Bucket List
Turning 50 two years ago was a really eye-opening moment for me. The month leading up to that day was stressful and painful. In my mind, I knew what 50-year old people were supposed to be and I wasn’t anywhere near that. 50-year old people were comfortable in their own skin, they had established who they were and they were secure in what they wanted. I was missing that.
Nailbiter Goes Against Grace In Rivalry Game Against Bethel
The much-anticipated Grace versus Bethel rivalry added another classic on Saturday as the Lancers came up short 80-77. Grace’s men’s basketball team led with 1:30 remaining, but the No. 17 Pilots (9-2, 2-1 Crossroads League) made plays in key moments down the stretch to secure the win. Chad Hoffer had a career day in defeat, erupting for a game-best 26 points on 9-of-15 shooting. He exploded for 18 points after halftime—exactly half of Grace’s total in the period.
Independent Vikings Ready For Year Full Of Firsts
Tippecanoe Valley opens its high school football season Friday night by visiting Wawasee, yet it feels like the Vikings have already secured one major win simply by virtue of the intriguing and challenging schedule they’ve managed to cobble together.
