David L. Slone
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County Commissioners Approve Legal Services Contracts For 2 Departments, 1 Board
On behalf of Area Plan Director Matt Sandy - who was at a county Board of Zoning Appeals meeting Tuesday - County Auditor Alyssa Schmucker presented a legal services agreement to the county commissioners with Turner Valentine LLC for $220 per hour.
Caucus Chooses Gearhart For Franklin Township Advisory Board
MENTONE - The whole process of a caucus electing Ashley Gearhart to the Franklin Township Advisory Board took about four minutes Monday.
Warsaw Planners OK Subdivision Of 1 Lot Into 2
After some annual housekeeping duties, the Warsaw Plan Commission heard one petition Monday, which was for the subdivision of one lot to create two.
Gearhart Files For Franklin Township Advisory Board Seat
One person filed by Friday’s deadline for the Republican caucus for the open seat on the Franklin Township Advisory Board.
County Council Approves Stipends For Public Defender Board Members
Back in December, the Kosciusko County Council approved the creation of a public defender’s office after hearing a presentation by retiring Circuit Court Judge Mike Reed.
Syracuse Stabbing Victim Suffered 11 Stab Wounds
SYRACUSE - The Syracuse man who was stabbed Jan. 2 at a Syracuse bar on his wedding day suffered 11 stab wounds.
Warsaw Man Injured Thursday In Elkhart County Crash
ELKHART COUNTY - A Warsaw man was injured Thursday morning in a one-vehicle accident in Elkhart County.
Road Closures Discussed At Warsaw Traffic Commission
The closures of several roads were discussed today during a brief Warsaw Traffic Safety Commission meeting.
Lexipol Agreement Generates Questions At Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory Board Meeting
Though an agreement between the Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory and Lexipol was quickly approved by the Board of Public Works and Safety back on Dec. 20, it generated about 40 minutes of discussion Tuesday during the WWFT Board meeting.
Warsaw Redevelopment Commission Approves Amendment To Certified Tech Park Agreement
Like the Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety did on Friday, the Redevelopment Commission on Monday approved an amendment to the Certified Technology Park agreement between the city and the Indiana Economic Development Corporation.
McIntosh Is Grand Prize Winner Of All Is Bright Customer Reward Program
Being a supporter and customer of small downtown Warsaw businesses paid off Monday for Sharon McIntosh.
Early Sunday Morning Fire Started In Attic
WINONA LAKE - Firefighters responded to an early Sunday morning fire at 5 Stone Camp Trail, Winona Lake, that started in the home’s attic.
BOW Approves Amendment For Warsaw Tech Park Recertification; 2 New WPD Officers
About 1-1/2 years ago, the city applied to the state for recertification of the Warsaw Tech Park.
Republican Caucus Set For Franklin Township Board
With Ann Wiesehan being chosen Dec. 30 as the new Franklin Township trustee, she had to resign as a township board member effective immediately.
Alcohol License Approved For Golfing Simulator Venue
Two new alcohol licenses were unanimously approved by the Kosciusko County Alcohol Tobacco Commission on Thursday, including one for an entertainment venue that offers a golfing simulator.
2024 Included A Few Historical Moments For The Community
Like any other year, 2024 had its ups and its down, but one big highlight for the city of Warsaw and the Warsaw Community School Corporation was the Warsaw Community High School football team winning semi-state and advancing to the state championship for the first time in school history.
Utility Contracts Approved At Board Of Works Meeting
Contracts with the city of Warsaw go before the Board of Public Works and Safety, and Utility Superintendent Brian Davison had a handful of them Friday for the board to approve.
BOW Approves $1.6M Contract For HVAC Work At Warsaw City Hall
It’ll cost more than $1.6 million and take over a year to replace the HVAC in the Warsaw City Hall with most of the funding coming from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and a lawsuit settlement.
Warsaw Racquet Club New Owners & Management Offering ‘More’ To The Community
Warsaw Racquet Club has new management and a new ownership team that hopes to draw people into the facility at 3919 Ind. 15 that may have never stepped into the club before in its 48 years of existence.
Warsaw Chemical Expanding With Acquisition Of Detroit Street Complex From Cary & Mike Lewis
A news release from Lewis Salvage and another one from Warsaw Chemical Thursday announced Warsaw Chemical acquired the Detroit Street Complex, 3454 N. Detroit St., from Cary and Mike Lewis and the sale has been finalized.
County ARPA Committee Approves Grant Funding Reassignment For Fair
Before looking at what American Rescue Plan Act dollars were left, what projects are under contract and what’s been appropriated, the county’s ARPA Committee heard one last request Wednesday to reassign grand funds.
Leamon Named County Veteran Of The Month
A Shriner four-time “Clown of the Year” who served his country in the Army during Vietnam is the Kosciusko County Veteran of the Month for December.
Iowa Man Killed After Being Run Over By Truck
A pedestrian was killed Friday when he was run over by a semi truck and trailer on West Crystal Lake Road, Warsaw.
Sheriff Presents Food Service, Chaplain Agreements To County Commissioners
Seeing it as a way to save the county money, Kosciusko County Sheriff Jim Smith presented a food service agreement with Kellwell Food Management for the county jail for 2025 to the county commissioners Tuesday.
Jackson Finds Running To Be A Positive Outlet
Back in high school, Alex Jackson was overweight so he never thought he’d be a runner.
County Officials Given Oaths, Recognized For Years Of Service
Ten elected county officials took their oaths of office Tuesday, while two retiring elected officials and two retiring employees were recognized for their years of service.
City Goes For 2nd Attempt At Grant To Demolish Jomac Products Buildings
Warsaw Common Council took three actions Monday as part of the process of applying for a construction grant for the demolition and remediation of the former Jomac Products buildings on East Winona Avenue.
ABATE Delivers 2 Trailers Of Toys & Bikes To CCS’ Toy Time
ABATE delivered two trailers of toys and 43 bicycles to Combined Community Services’ Toy Time Monday evening.
Bakehouse 23 Offers Made-From-Scratch Baked Goods
Bakehouse 23 is a downtown Warsaw bakery and café that makes everything from scratch in-house. They also serve locally roasted coffee from Three Crowns.
Coloring Contest Offers Kids A Chance To Win A Shopping Spree
Kids have a chance to win a shopping spree at Walmart thanks to a coloring contest offered by Professional Roofing Solutions & Construction LLC. Taylor Temple, sales manager, explained Monday that they’re going to have three age groups: 3-6, 7-10 and 11-13.
Warsaw Teen, Syracuse Woman Injured In New Paris Crash
NEW PARIS - A Warsaw teen and a Syracuse woman were injured in a two-vehicle accident Monday in New Paris.
Lawsuit Filed Against Pierceton Woods Academy
Several Pierceton property owners and business owners filed a lawsuit Nov. 20 against Lasting Change Inc. and Lifeline Youth & Family Services Inc., owners and operators of Pierceton Woods Academy, for being a nuisance to the community.
WACC Students Finding Careers In Firefighting Through Work-Based Learning
One of the internships available through the Warsaw Area Career Center’s Work-Based Learning program is with the Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory.
Warsaw Student Nominated For Work-Based Learner Of The Year
Oscar Salas is a fairly quiet Warsaw Area Career Center student, but he’s been nominated for Work-Based Learner of the Year for his contribution to Toyota of Warsaw as a technician intern. And those who nominated him don’t want to keep that quiet.
County Council Approves Public Defender’s Office, Louis Dreyfus Abatement, Sheriff’s Contract
Among the items the Kosciusko County Council approved at their two-hour meeting Thursday night was the creation of a public defender’s office, a tax abatement for Louis Dreyfus and the sheriff’s 2025 contract.
FOP 149 Expands Its Christmas With A Cop Program To Teens
For at least the last 15 years, the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 149 has held its Christmas with a Cop program to provide elementary school children with toys, coats, gloves and shoes for the holiday.
With Klingaman Moving From District 3, Warsaw School Board To Fill Seat
Warsaw School Board will have to find another person from District 3 to serve on the board after recently-elected Mallika Klingaman decided to move out of that district.
Franklin Township Trustee Resigning; Caucus Set
Franklin Township Trustee Melanie Vanlaningham resigned Thursday, effective Dec. 31.
CCS’ Toy Time Offers Playable Used Toys At Low Prices
U.S. retail sales of toys generated over $28 billion in 2023, according to The Toy Association’s website.
Rochester Man Arrested On Child Molesting Warrants
FULTON - A Rochester man was arrested on child molesting warrants after trying to elude officers.
Snow, Rigdon Receive Plaques For Service At Aviation Board Meeting
Two men received plaques Tuesday at the Warsaw Board of Aviation Commissioners.
Contractor Causes Delay In Airport Power Line Lowering Project
There’s been a slight setback in the runway 27 obstruction mitigation project - also known as the power line lowering project - at the Warsaw Municipal Airport due to a contractor.
Edgewood Leading Warsaw Schools In Helping Families With Food Insecurity Over The Holidays
The logistics of feeding over 350 food insecure families within the Warsaw Community School Corporation over the holidays is a daunting task, but one Edgewood Middle School and the school district have taken on.
City’s Contracts With Nonprofits Get OK From BOW
A number of contracts were approved by the Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety on Friday, including the city’s contracts with nonprofit agencies previously approved by the Common Council.
Board Of Works Approves Bid, Contract For Center Lake Pier Demolition
To get the demolition of the Center Lake pier completed before the permit from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources expires in April, the Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety on Friday awarded the bid and contract to Milestone Contractors for the project.
‘Miracle On 34th Street’ Bringing Holiday Joy To The Wagon Wheel Stage
If the joy of the season hasn’t found you yet, maybe the Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts’ production of “Miracle on 34th Street, the Musical” can find it for you.
Warsaw Bowl’s Alcohol License Renewed After Violation Hearing
Warsaw Bowl was before the Kosciusko County Alcohol Beverage Board on Thursday for a violation that occurred in February.
Search Warrant Leads To Shots Fired In North Manchester
WABASH COUNTY – Shots were fired at a North Manchester residence Tuesday when law enforcement attempted to serve an arrest warrant.
Toy Time Drop-Off Begins Dec. 9
Get ready to clean out your toy box for the 31st annual Combined Community Services Toy Time.
