Area Police Reports
Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 10:23 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12, 10600 block North SR 13, Syracuse. A representative for South Shore Golf Course reported burglary. 12:05 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11, 2100 block North CR 875W, Etna Green. Officers investigated a … Read More
Area Accident Reports
Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 12:45 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 2, North CR 150W, near North Fox Farm Road, Warsaw. Drivers: Jody L. Torpy, 52, East Barrington Place, Warsaw; and Aaron D. Schrock, 24, North CR 400E, Syracuse. Schrock’s vehicle was … Read More
Leesburg Elementary, Lake City Bank Teach Budgeting Skills
LEESBURG — Leesburg sixth-graders were recently visited by Lake City Bank for a week in December to learn budgeting skills. In fifth grade, students learned about the economy from the perspective of a worker when they went to JA Biztown. In sixth grade, they learned about the economy … Read More
Area Police Reports
Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 6:57 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11, 1300 block North Santorini Drive, Warsaw. Gabrielle N. Snethen reported theft. Value: $123. 4:36 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, 4700 block North SR 13, Leesburg. An employee at Dollar General reported … Read More
Area Police Reports
Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 3:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 9, 3600 block North Barbee Road, Warsaw. Officers investigated a report of a protective order violation. 1:37 a.m. Monday, Dec. 9, 200 block South Wray St., Atwood. Officers investigated a report … Read More
Area Accident Reports
Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following accidents: 1:53 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, South SR 15, south of West CR 950S, Silver Lake. Driver: Kerny C. Jones, 66, South CR 250E, Peru. Jones was traveling south on SR 15 when a group of … Read More
Leesburg Elementary Holds Annual Turkey Read Day
LEESBURG — Third graders at Leesburg Elementary School gathered for the twelfth annual Turkey Read Day on Nov. 26. Special guest readers included the coaching team of Warsaw Community Schools, with volunteers from Grace College and Combined Community Services. Students read in their pajamas throughout the day and … Read More
All Government Offices Closed Thursday, Friday; But What About Trash Pickup?
WARSAW — All local government offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 28-29, in observance of Thanksgiving, but how does that affect local trash pickup? InkFreenews checked with Warsaw and ten towns in Kosciusko County and below are their plans for trash pickup: Claypool – Trash pickup … Read More
BREAKING: Milford Home Destroyed By Fire
MILFORD — Milford Fire Department, with a full assist from Leesburg Fire Department, responded to a house fire shortly after 3 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25, at 303 S. West St. Milford Police Department heard the initial call and responded, observing flames coming out of a window. It wasn’t … Read More
BREAKING: Fully Engulfed Vehicle Fire In Leesburg
LEESBURG — At approximately 3:35 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24, Plain Township Fire Department and Atwood Fire Department were called to the area of 3422 West CR 600N, Leesburg to a fully engulfed vehicle fire. Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory Chief Mike Wilson, who was at the scene, said the … Read More
Leesburg Adopts New Golf Cart Ordinance
LEESBURG — Town Council approved a golf cart ordinance at its meeting held Monday, Nov. 11. Section two of the ordinance, which describes “operation of golf carts,” states that golf carts may be operated on the streets and highways within the town of Leesburg. It stipulates that golf … Read More
Most Government Offices Closed Monday For Veterans Day
WARSAW — Almost all local government offices will be closed Monday in observance of Veterans Day. Offices that will be closed include Kosciusko County, the city of Warsaw, and the towns of Winona Lake, Mentone, Milford, Pierceton, Silver Lake, Claypool, Etna Green and Syracuse. Leesburg town government will … Read More
Leesburg Elementary School Hosts Hispanic Heritage Celebration
LEESBURG — On Friday, Oct. 4, Leesburg Elementary School hosted its fifth annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration. Leesburg families with Hispanic roots brought in a wide variety of traditional foods, drinks and desserts to share together in a lively convivio (fellowship) in the school cafeteria to celebrate their heritage … Read More
Spots Still Available For Cheerleading Clinic At The Fieldhouse
LEESBURG — The Fieldhouse is still looking for sign-ups for its two-day cheer clinic on Nov. 16-17. This event is open for any K-5th-grade students in area and surrounding counties. The cost is $40 for both days. The Nov. 16 clinic will be from 4-7 p.m. The Nov. … Read More
Five Towns Choose Clerk-Treasurers, Council Members
Towns with races: Claypool Libertarian Patricia Warner captured two-thirds of the vote (66.6 to 33.3) and defeated Democrat Charlotte Lindley in the race for clerk-treasurer. Republican Benny Stage, Jr. defeated Democrat Niki Miller, 65.1 to 34.8, for the north district seat. Other candidates on the ballot included Democrat … Read More
What’s At Stake In Tuesday’s Municipal Elections? Here’s A Rundown
WARSAW — A handful of towns will host elections on Tuesday, Nov. 5, and here’s a look at a rundown of contests: In Warsaw, four city council seats are up for grabs. Those include the following contests: In District 1, incumbent Republican Jeff Grose will face Democrat Sarah … Read More