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Commissioners OK Request For Drug Education Program

Every year, the Kosciusko Coalition on Drug Education presents its program proposals to the county commissioners for approval. And once again Tuesday the commissioners unanimously approved the amounts to be funded.The funding now must be approved by the Kosciusko County Council. The funding comes from user fees from the county clerk's office - not tax dollars - and will be used for drug prevention, education, intervention, treatment and law enforcement in the county. For 2003, KCODE received requests totaling $150,904.03.The amount approved to be funded totals $86,000.Of the amount to be funded, $34,800 will go toward prevention and education, $21,500 toward intervention and treatment, $22,700 toward law enforcement and $7,000 for multiple service areas.
DAVID SLONE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Wawasee Supt. Shows Features Of State's Education Web Site

SYRACUSE - Parents, taxpayers or just anyone interested in how local schools are doing on the academic standards can find out online at doe.state.in.us Wawasee School Corp.Superintendent Dr.Mark Stock gave a presentation to the school board Tuesday on the Indiana Department of Education Web site and the comparative information on it. Any person with access to the Internet can type any school name in on the site and get the academic information on that school.A viewer also can look at how various subgroups do compared to other subgroups, such as males versus females or non-English speaking students versus English-speaking students.However, any subgroup with fewer than 10 students does not have their information posted because of privacy issues, Stock said.
DAVID SLONE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

State Chamber Previews Legislative Session

Words like "challenging" and "contentious" were used by Indiana Chamber of Commerce staff Wednesday to describe their predictions for the upcoming General Assembly session issues and effects. At a luncheon for members of Kosciusko County business, industry and government, lobbyists from the state Chamber said they expect the "hot" issues this year to be health care, tort reform, a repeal of prevailing wage reform, educational standards and the court-mandated property tax changes. Kathy M.McKimmie, the Chamber's vice president of human resources, said the 50-50 split in the state legislature between Democrats and Republicans will make this a "very interesting General Assembly to work with." She said the Chamber expects the legislature to tackle health care issues, including bills that regulate choice of health care providers and increased access to cost and quality information on specific health care providers.
Laurie Hahn, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

WCS Hears Software Woes

Problems with the new Warsaw Community High School soccer fields and Warsaw Schools' grading program were brought to the forefront Monday night. "We have a major problem with our grade program," said WCHS teacher Jim LeMasters."It's a major concern." Warsaw Schools uses CenterPoint software for grades and student data.The school purchased CenterPoint about six months ago for approximately $100,000. LeMasters said it's a major step backward.Ralph Bailey, interim superintendent, said other schools reportedly are having problems with the software too.LeMasters said it's not intuitive and is very difficult to use.
DAVID SLONE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Manchester Schools Face Shortfall In State Payments

NORTH MANCHESTER - Manchester Community Schools might receive $92,893.44 less than expected from the state this month and in 2003, MCS acting superintendent Kim Thurston said Tuesday. The corporation is assured a shortfall of $3,133.44, or $1.92 less for each of the 1,632 enrolled students, this month, Thurston said. Next year MCS could see a $55-per-student shortfall totaling $89,760, he said. "Hopefully this will be corrected," Thurston said. State legislation could rectify that part of the problem, Thurston said.But their financial straits might hinder the correction. In the past, the General Assembly increased appropriations to meet their miscalculations. "With the fiscal condition of the state, there is no guarantee that this will happen," Indiana Association of School Business Officials Executive Director Denny Costerison wrote in an e-mail Thurston handed out to the board.
Matthew Weigelt, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Council Denies Street Vacation

Warsaw City Council, citing a concern for the greater public good, denied a recommendation to vacate the city's right-of-way of a portion of Widaman Street Monday. "The basic question tonight is whether the public right-of-way provides public access to the lake," said City Planner Jeff Noffsinger in explaining Ordinance 98-11-1. The ordinance would have vacated a 31-foot right-of-way from Brubaker Street to Pike Lake, with one-half of the right-of-way going to the adjoining property owners Lewis P.Dobbins and David Essig. "Our purpose for seeking the vacation is to be able to expand our lot so that we can meet the city's requirement for lot width for the purpose of building a retirement home on the lot," Essig said. Essig's lot, which lies to the north of the right-of-way, is currently 45 feet.The city requires a 20-foot setback.
DAVID A. BEALL, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Lakeland Youth Center Experiencing Growth In Programs, Participants

SYRACUSE - Lakeland Youth Center is growing, not only in the number of youths participating, but also in the number of programs being offered. "In the last 12 months, we've added three to four programs that have catered to kids of all ages," said LYC Executive Director Brian Rensberger. He pointed out three of their largest programs. Their spring soccer program had 175 kids participating.He said they expect it to grow by 30 percent. This year they have preschool for the first time.Cheryl Manning is the program director for the preschool and Nika Prather is the program director for movement classes. "Nika," said Rensberger, "has been able to branch off that and create a romp-and-roll class for kids 6 months to 5 years." Both the movement and romp-and-roll classes help children with motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
DAVID SLONE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Early Start Clinic Helps Produce Healthy Babies

Healthy moms produce healthy babies.And just because mom might not be able to afford healthcare doesn't mean she or the baby should suffer. So, as a joint effort between the Kosciusko County Health Department and Kosciusko Community Hospital, the Early Start Prenatal Clinic was set up and is being run out of Community Health Services, 1000 Med Park Drive, Warsaw (north of the hospital). Dr.William Remington, health officer for the county, said that a needs assessment compiled by KCH brought about the idea for the clinic because the most recent data available suggests that Kosciusko County is below average in the state for acquisition of first trimester care. The clinic, which opened Oct.1, is one of only a few facilities of its kind in Indiana and receives funding from the state to the tune of $20,000 from the Maternal and Child Health Care Grant.
Ruth Anne Lipka, Times-Union Lifestyles Editor- | July 28, 2016

Cleanup Efforts Slow In Pierceton

PIERCETON - The wheels turn slowly in government when red tape is wrapped around the cogs. The town council wants to rid the community of a dilapidated building in town.Residents want to see the eyesore disappear.And Jim Townsend wants the cleanup process to begin yesterday. Townsend has been seeking town officials to take care of the old gas station building for more than a year, and the town has taken steps toward doing so.But remains of the structure - located on the northwest corner of Market and First streets - carries with it a burden after standing vacant for about 40 years. Underground gas storage tanks were never removed from the site and it is not known whether any leaching has occurred.If the land is contaminated, a major environmental cleanup effort would likely be undertaken.
Ruth Anne Lipka, Times-Union Lifestyles Editor- | July 28, 2016

Local United Way Exceeds $1 Million Goal

Santa Claus came a little early for Kosciusko County United Way this year. Community residents reached the goal of $1 million for the organization. "(It's) very satisfying," said Kevin Deardorff, 1999 United Way campaign chairman."It's really a reflection of the community.This is really a caring and giving community." He said this year's campaign began in January."I think it's key to start early," he said. After Deardorff was named as campaign chairman, a campaign cabinet was formed and they, in turn, sought more volunteers to help them.One difference this year from previous years, Deardorff said, was that chief executive officers of companies also were involved early so the United Way could let them know the plans for the campaign this year.
DAVID SLONE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

DNR Looks At Palestine Improvements

BURKET - Over the next year, Palestine Lake and the surrounding watershed will be studied. The diagnostic study results from a $37,800 grant this year from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources Division of Fish and Wildlife's Lake and River Enhancement Program.Thursday night, Dr.Gwen White, DNR LARE aquatic biologist, and Sara Peel, project manager and aquatic ecologist with JFNew, spoke to the Palestine Lake Association and other interested property owners about the program. LARE focuses on problem prevention.Its purpose is to ensure the continued viability of Indiana's publicly accessible lakes, streams and reservoirs, according to information provided by White.Program goals include controlling inflows of eroded soil and associated nutrients, and, where appropriate, forestalling or reversing degradation from these inflows through remedial actions.
DAVID SLONE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Morgan Named To N. Webster Town Council

NORTH WEBSTER - Certified public accountant Jeff Morgan was selected Thursday night to fill the town council seat left vacant by the death of Myron Clark. Morgan, 33, was selected over four other candidates: Travis Marsh, Robert Curry, Tony Strombeck and Donald Meyer.Precinct committeemen Mark Grady and Kay Andrews, who is also a town board member, selected Morgan during a Republican caucus. Kosciusko County Republican chairman Mike Miner officiated the meeting, explaining he would vote only to break a tie.Republican central committee secretary Charlene Knispel also attended the meeting. Each candidate was given an opportunity to speak, introducing themselves and telling why they wished to be on the council. Three of the five men had law enforcement experience.Marsh currently serves as a deputy marshal; Meyer was a former police chief in Ohio and Strombeck was town deputy for four years and town marshal for 16 years, serving under four councils.
TERESA CARRANO, Times-Union Lifestyles Editor- | July 28, 2016

Lakeland Academy Ready To Break Ground, Expand

With signs of major support and Marilyn Quayle on the way, Lakeland Christian Academy is ready to dig into its biggest expansion project in the school's 25-year history. The private school has amassed more than half a million dollars in private donations and is preparing to break ground on a new complex that will cost $4 million when completed. Officials are banking that groundbreaking ceremonies will show potential contributors to the project that plans are concrete and worthwhile. "We know there are some individuals who have indicated they will help us at a certain point if we accomplish certain things, so we're in the process of doing that now," said John Urschalitz, vice chairman of the board. "We're hoping and praying that when the time comes, they will step forward," he said.
Dan Spalding, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Local Locksmith Doesn't Like City Lockout Policy

Don Kollman feels the city has locked him out of his livelihood. A locksmith by trade, Kollman appeared before Warsaw city council members Monday to discuss the city's lockout policy.Presently police officers aid citizens who have locked themselves out of their vehicles. The city maintains the service is good public relations and a service to the community. Kollman maintains the city is taking money out of his pocket. "A police report shows 801 lockouts in 4-1/2 months," he said, adding that the lockout service was the police department's No.1 activity. "This is a lot of money," the locksmith said, "and I'd say the figure has increased dramatically.I never get to do lockouts like I want."Out-of-towners, unaware of the city policy, call Kollman for service. Kollman said he monitors a scanner, too, and heard a policeman respond to a lockout in Leesburg the other day and another going to the City-County Athletic Complex, both areas outside city limits.
TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Times-Union Court News 03-10-2004

Superior Court I Judgments The following judgments were awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court I with Judge Duane G.Huffer presiding: Complaints • Rockhill Pinnick v.Nancy Fahrney.Plaintiff awarded $5,202.69 due on agreement, plus court costs and interest. • Thomas Krismanich v.Steven Vetor.Plaintiff awarded $840 due on agreement, plus court costs, interest and attorney fees. • Midfirst Bank v.Brent L.Cobb, et al.Plaintiff awarded $99,203.93. • Cendant Mortgage Corp.v.James N.Watson, et al.Plaintiff awarded $80,472.34 and mortgage foreclosed by default. • SAC Finance v.Rebecca S.Farmer.Plaintiff awarded $6,307. • The Car Company v.Isaiah and Brenda Neer.Plaintiff awarded $18,852 by default. • Creditmax Inc.v.Marcius R.Miller.Plaintiff awarded $7,322.07 by default. • Creditmax Inc.v.Robert and Pamela Johnson.Plaintiff awarded $8,574.68 by default.
- | July 28, 2016

Times-Union Court News 08-22-2000

Marriage Licenses The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Marsha McSherry: • Jason Lee Ormsby, 23, and Rachael Ann Heaton, 28, both of East Fort Wayne Street, Warsaw. • Dell James Plunkett, 29, Kuder Lane, Warsaw, and Rachel Dawn Platt, 27, Warsaw. • Curtis Andrew Smith, 21, and Subrena Lynn Christman, 20, both of Meadow Ridge Drive, Warsaw. • John Wayne Slone, 44, and Ella Ruth Holmes, 45, both of Oak Glenn, Warsaw. • Justin Jason Forrest, 26, and Erin V.Hay, 32, both of West CR 100S, Warsaw. • Martin Lee Dixon, 28, and Jan Ellen Trent, 28, both of North Haiden Drive, Syracuse. • Juliano Alves Cooper, 23, and Elizabeth Francis Howell, 19, both of West CR 250S, Warsaw. • Ronald Bradley, 33, and Jackie Leigh Hoffer, 31, both of East CR 250S, Warsaw.
- | July 28, 2016

Times-Union Court News 08-12-1997

Marriage Licenses The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kos-ciusko County Clerk Marsha McSherry: • David A.Sandoval, 37, and Ronda M.Hickman, 34, both of Edgewater Drive, Syracuse. • Billy Lee Pratt, 25, and Dawnitta Marie Couch, 22, both of East South Street, North Webster. • Thomas L.Taylor, 46, North CR 175E, Warsaw, and Melodie R.Blackburn, 38, South Park Road, Rochester. • Randy Bowling, 23, and Janet Ann Cook, 26, both of Wooster Road, Winona Lake. • Richard H.Oliver, 53, East CR 1000N, Cromwell, and Carol I.Dennis, 49, South Buffalo Street, Warsaw. • J.Jesus Jasso-Hernandez, 21, and Tammy Leigh Poole, 26, both of North Morgan Street, Mentone. • Andrew David McCleary, 22, South Packerton Road, Warsaw, and Angela Lyn Wagoner, 22, East CR 100N, Warsaw. • Jose Guadalupe Chapa Jr., 27, EMS D21B Lane, Syracuse, and Lucia Caceres Hernan-dez, 25, Goshen.
- | July 28, 2016

Times-Union Court News 08-15-2000

Marriage Licenses The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Marsha McSherry: • Brad Alan Fisher, 23, and Brandy Louise Brady, 21, both of East May Lane, Leesburg. • Thomas Foster Smith, 18, South CR 700W, Claypool, and Camille Lynn Hall, 18, West CR 200S, Warsaw. • Christopher Scott De Garmo, 29, Austin, Texas, and Liza Anne Howett, 30, North CR 175E, Warsaw. • Scott Allen Moody, 26, and Lynn Marie Smith, 26, both of North Union Street, Warsaw. • Troy Richard Brown, 29, and Rebecca Eileen Keller, 22, both of South Lake Sharon Road, Warsaw. • Daniel Wade Boschma, 24, Grand Rapids, Mich., and Jahna Rae Swanson, 21, Kuder Lane, Warsaw • Larry D.Lindstrom, 26, and Rosanna L.Wright, 39, both of Old Ind.13S, Pierceton. • Ryan Anthony Antonides, 21, West CR 100S, Etna Green, and Amanda Ann Kauffman, 20, West CR 800N, Nappanee.
- | July 28, 2016

Times-Union Court News 07-24-2001

Marriage Licenses The following couples have applied for marriage licenses in the office of Kosciusko County Clerk Sharon Christner: • Jay A.Auer, 37, Lura Circle Drive, Milford, and Dawn M.Craig, 36, South Main Street, Milford. • Douglas Wayne Ballard, 24, Beaufort, S.C., and Heather Antoinette Mast, 20, EMS C19C Lane, Warsaw. • Dennis L.Crumbley, North CR 525E, Warsaw, and Valerie Sue Kesterke, 24, East CR 225S, Winona Lake. • Larry E.Druckamiller, 35, East CR 300N, Warsaw, and Donna L.Bradley, 36, Goshen. • Jeb Andrew Freeman, 21, and Sarah Renae Holder, 21, both of EMS D11 Lane, Syracuse. • David P.Galloway, 50, and Kathy J.Koehn, 42, both of East Island Avenue, Syracuse. • Michael Paul Mahy, 26, and Margaret Regina Curry, 21, both of North Huntington Street, Syracuse. • Christian Marcus McCray, 22, Wooster Road, Winona Lake, and Sarah Elizabeth Kessler, 26, Arbor Lane, Winona Lake.
- | July 28, 2016

Times-Union Court News 08-18-1998

Superior Court III Judgments The following judgments were recently awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, small claims division, with Judge Joe V.Sutton presiding: • North Webster Day Care awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Darrel and Carol Smith, $106, and Bobbie and Tom Axsom, $94. • NEW Plumbing & Heating awarded the judgments noted against the following people: Brent Landis, $70.84; Edward Coburn, $194.87; Don and Melissa Eppenbaugh, $92.24; and Ray Linebaugh, $441.60. • Monteith Tire Co.Inc.vs.Geisla Denny.Plaintiff awarded $297.64. • Lake Tippecanoe Siding & Window Co.Inc.vs.Tim Shear.Plaintiff awarded $701.90. • Petro Brothers Chrysler vs.Guy Miller.Plaintiff awarded $659.93. • Lee R.and Sheree Riggen vs.Ken and Carol Weaver.Plaintiffs awarded $746.
- | July 28, 2016
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