David L. Slone
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At Continued Hearing, Variance For Smaller Lots Approved by Warsaw BZA
With the full Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals present this month, a petition tabled from February for a variance from development standards to allow two lots to be smaller than required in a Residential-2 zoning district received approval by a 4-1 vote Monday.
Area Students Compete In Welding & Machining Contest
Sparks flew and cuts were made during the third annual Northern Indiana Welding and Machining Contest Saturday at the Warsaw Area Career Center (WACC) welding and machining shops at Lakeview Middle School.
Pre-Prom Arrive Alive Is 1 Of 3 Road Closures Approved By BOW
One of the three road closure requests approved by the Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety on Friday was for a Pre-Prom Arrive Alive mock crash scene the day before Warsaw Community High School’s prom.
National Weather Service Confirms EF0 Tornado In Akron Wednesday
AKRON - The National Weather Service confirmed an EF0 tornado briefly swept through the Macy and Akron areas Wednesday.
County Parks Begins Forming ‘Friends Of The Trail’ Group
Friends of the Trails is a new group of volunteers created by the Kosciusko County Parks and Recreation Board dedicated to advancing the mission of the board.
Chinworth Bridge Trail Extension Groundbreaking Gets The Dirt Turning For Project
There have been challenges to make the Chinworth Bridge Trail Extension along Old 30 in Warsaw a reality, but Thursday a groundbreaking ceremony took place to get the physical part of the project started.
Irwin Selected By Caucus To Join The Kosciusko County Council
Joe Irwin will be the next District 2 Kosciusko County Councilman after a Republican caucus chose him over three other candidates Wednesday evening.
WACC Cosmetology Students Take 1st, 2nd, 4th & 5th At Competition
Four Warsaw Area Career Center cosmetology students recently competed at the Great Clips Competition at the Michiana Beauty College in Mishawaka, and they all placed within the top five.
After Much Discussion, Warsaw Council Gives OK For Safe Streets Grant Application
Members of the Warsaw Common Council heard a lot of information from the Ride+Walk Committee about a Safe Streets for All grant application and had many questions about it, but after 75 minutes of discussion, the council voted to let city officials apply for up to $500,000.
Proposed Data Center Near Leesburg Draws Opposition
As of Tuesday, there were 912 verified signatures at change.org to “prevent the construction of a data center on farm land in Leesburg.”
Dog Dies In Syracuse Fire Sunday
SYRACUSE - A dog died in a Syracuse house fire on Sunday.
Warsaw Redevelopment Commission Approves Resolution For Paying On RIF Bonds
Both of the items under new business for the Warsaw Redevelopment Commission on Monday had to do with future residential developments.
Generations Of Kerlins Give To Their Silver Lake Community
SILVER LAKE - Just like Rick’s grandparents Russell and Pearl did years ago, Rick and Diane Kerlin donated property recently to the community of Silver Lake.
Chamber Members Updated On State Legislature Session
With the first half of the Indiana legislative session wrapped up, Sen. Ryan Mishler and Reps. David Abbott and Craig Snow updated Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce members Friday on what’s been happening down at the statehouse.
Council Warns Of Big Revenue Cuts For The County
The county’s revenue stream could get a lot slimmer going forward depending on how Senate Bill 1 (SB1) is approved by the state legislature.
Ollie’s Offers Brand Name Goods For ‘Cheap’
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet, 2806 Frontage Road, Warsaw, had its grand opening Thursday.
Leesburg Woman Among 2 Dead In Elkhart County Crash
ELKHART COUNTY - Two people on a motorcycle, including a Leesburg woman, were killed in Elkhart County today after a minivan allegedly failed to yield the right-of-way.
Not All Power Line Towers Will Be The Same Height Near Airport
Not all the towers in the AEP power line lowering project east of the Warsaw Municipal Airport will end up being the same height.
Family Meets First Responders Who Helped Save Child’s Life
45 seconds. That’s how quickly Josiphine Johnson’s dad, Trey, was able to begin giving her CPR after calling 911 thanks to the guidance from Kosciusko County dispatcher Nick Carpenter.
Commissioners OK Medical Director Agreement For Dispatch
An agreement for a medical director for Kosciusko County Emergency Dispatch was approved by the county commissioners at their meeting Tuesday.
March’s Veteran Of The Month Served 20 Years In The Army
After 20 years of active duty in the Army, the Kosciusko County Veteran of the Month for March 2025 was honorably discharged in 2021.
Schafer Files For County Council District 2 Seat
The race for the Kosciusko County Council District 2 seat has now become a three-way heat.
North Manchester Man Shot By Secret Service Near White House
WASHINGTON, D.C. - A North Manchester man was shot by the U.S. Secret Service near the White House on Sunday after a confrontation with agents.
Center Lake Pier Removal Near 100% Complete
All that remains of the Center Lake pier are the memories. City engineer Aaron Ott brought before the Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety on Friday the first pay application from Milestone Contractors LP for the Center Lake pier demolition.
City Awarded Grants For Demolition Of Jomac Buildings
Two grants received by the city on behalf of Fellowship Missions will pay the majority share of the demolition of the former Jomac Products buildings at 1600 and 1624 E. Winona Ave., Warsaw, along with the removal of storage tanks at the site.
Summer Concert Series To Include Tribute Bands To Jimmy Buffet, John Mellencamp
While they may not yet be as big as the annual rock and country concerts at Warsaw’s Central Park, each concert that’s a part of the Summer Concert Series draws a crowd.
Local Commission Approves 3 New Alcohol Licenses
Alcohol licenses can sometimes be purchased at auction through the Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission.
Irwin Announces Candidacy For County Council District 2
Joe Irwin, an Atwood area farmer, announced his candidacy Thursday for the Kosciusko County Council District 2 seat.
Downtown Warsaw Parking Ticket Amounts Could Soon Increase
The cost of a downtown Warsaw parking ticket could soon be increasing, the Traffic Commission heard a couple times at their meeting Wednesday.
Ride+Walk Wants To Seek Grant For Temporary Multimodal Trail
The Ride+Walk committee wants the city of Warsaw’s engineer and planner to apply for up to a $500,000 Safe Streets for All grant to fund a temporary demonstration project for a multimodal trail through downtown Warsaw.
Safety Concerns At Harrison Elementary School Crosswalk Continue
A video played at the Warsaw Traffic Commission meeting on Wednesday showed a minivan driving on Husky Trail ignoring an adult crossing guard holding up a stop sign at the crosswalk to Harrison Elementary School.
6 Arrested After NET 43 Investigates Drug Dealing Tips
Six people were arrested after the Kosciusko County Narcotics Enforcement Team (NET 43) received numerous tips about a Warsaw man allegedly dealing drugs.
Project ADAM Drills Kick Off To Prepare Schools For Medical Emergencies
In January, Lutheran EMS kicked off its Project ADAM drills with the Warsaw Community School Corporation.
Soul Punch Provides Self-Defense Training For Women
With Soul Punch - Empowered by Design, owner/trainer Amy Batten hopes to create a community of women who are empowered and feel like they can rely on each other as much as themselves for protection.
Mason Charlton Announces Candidacy For County Council District 2 Seat
Mason Charlton announced he will be seeking the Kosciusko County Council District 2 seat in the upcoming Republican caucus.
Belle Augusta Section 5 In Warsaw Receives RIF Funds
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Finance Authority (IFA) unveiled the recipients of the loans from the second round of the Residential Infrastructure Fund (RIF) on Tuesday.
City Council Has Public Hearing On Public Works Building Project Lease, Additional Appropriation
For the Warsaw Public Works building project, the Common Council on Monday held a public hearing for two reasons.
MOU To Be Created For Outlot At Marsh Property
A memorandum of understanding (MOU) will be created for a potential outlot at the former Marsh property on South Buffalo Street after the Warsaw Redevelopment Commission gave its approval Monday.
Warsaw Redevelopment Commission Proceeds With Public Works Building Project
Two public hearings took place and two resolutions were approved Monday by the Warsaw Redevelopment Commission for the city’s public works building project, with no members of the public present.
GOP Selects Slate Of Officers For The Next Four Years
Three of the four incumbent officeholders of the Kosciusko County Republican Party Central Committee were re-elected Saturday in uncontested races to serve four more years.
Long Remembered As A Hard Worker Who Fought For The Taxpayer
When it comes to knowledge about agriculture, being a hard worker or defending the taxpayer, those who knew Kosciusko County Councilman Mike Long refer to him.
2030 Strategic Plan To Make Downtown Warsaw ‘The Community’s Living Room’
Three new downtown events were announced Thursday at the Main Street Warsaw 2030 Strategic Plan launch party.
Hoffhien Knows The Language Of Signs
Nearly 10,000 signs are posted throughout the Warsaw city limits, ranging in size from a few inches to several feet.
Tippe River Downs Phase 5 Offers ‘Luxury’ Apartments
The fifth and final phase of Tippe River Downs is complete, and to celebrate the apartment complex had a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce Tuesday and an open house later in the day.
KABS Working On New Bus Route System, Seeking Public Input
Kosciusko Area Bus Service (KABS) is creating a new deviated fixed bus route system and is seeking public input.
Variance Tabled By Warsaw BZA After Failing To Get Enough Votes For Approval
A petition for a variance to allow two lots to be smaller than required for residential lots was tabled by the Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals after not receiving enough votes to be approved Monday.
City Accepts Donation Of 10.75 Acres South Of Warsaw Cut Glass
Nearly 11 acres of a wetlands area south of the end of Detroit Street and Warsaw Cut Glass were donated to the city of Warsaw, with the Board of Public Works and Safety approving the donation Friday.
Road Closures Approved For Third Fridays, Shamrock Shimmy
Road closures for Third Fridays and the Shamrock Shimmy were approved by the Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety on Friday, though there were some questions on the Shamrock Shimmy.
Nappanee Teen Arrested For Threats Toward School
NAPPANEE - A Nappanee teen was arrested after allegedly making threats toward a middle school.
