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
Searfoss, Anderson Seek Leesburg Clerk-Treasurer Position
LEESBURG — Two candidates are seeking the Leesburg Clerk-Treasurer seat in the upcoming election, which will be held Nov. 5. Greg Anderson (R) is running against incumbent Clerk-Treasurer Michael Searfoss (D). MICHAEL SEARFOSS (D) Date of Birth: March 17, 1955 A quick summary of your occupation or work … Read More
Area Police Reports
Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: midnight Wednesday, Oct. 30, 4700 block North SR 13, Leesburg. Michael G. Bradley reported theft. Value: $100. 2:18 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29, 4400 block East CR 1300N, Syracuse. Matthew E. Barfell reported a hit-and-run property … Read More
Area Police Reports
Kosciusko County Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office investigated the following incidents: 3:06 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28, 100 block EMS B38B Lane, Leesburg. John Moesle reported criminal mischief to a building. 5:35 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26, 12000 block North Raggedy Ann Road, Cromwell. Officers investigated a report … Read More