Play Ball! Seasons Open In Kos County
WARSAW – Monday marked Opening Day for several ball sports parks around the area, including three diamond sports in the county.
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Warsaw, Kosciusko County Reviewing Police Policies
Local authorities say they are reviewing policies to see if any adjustments are needed in light of the wave of criticisms nationally over police abuse.
Read MorePoli (Sigh): A Week To Remember For Diversity In Warsaw
It was an amazing week for diversity in Warsaw in two different ways. In case you live under a rock, here’s a quick recap. First, the more low-key effort came Monday as city and county officials quickly reacted after learning Friday of some virus hotspots in mobile home … Read More
Hundreds Sit In For Black Lives Matter Rally; Sheriff Addresses Crowd
If anyone thought they could rile up and cause trouble at the second Black Lives Matter rally in four days, it didn’t work.
Read MoreCounty Department Heads Provide Updates On COVID-19 Efforts
Several of Kosciusko County’s department heads attended Thursday evening’s county council meeting to provide updates on how their duties have been affected by COVID-19, as well as what new methods have been implemented to keep employees and citizens safe.
Read MorePolice, Prosecutor Establish Child Advocacy Center
Local law enforcement officials have established a new advocacy group for children that will work to ensure young people being interviewed in connection with abuse cases can do so in a safe and supportive environment.
Read MorePolice See Dip In Vehicle Accidents, Rise In Domestic Complaints
Indiana is entering its second phase of re-opening the state this week after a statewide stay-at-home order was implemented toward the end of March.
Read MoreShoppers Urged To Wear Masks Inside Stores, In Public
WARSAW – City and county leaders urged shoppers Wednesday to start wearing masks while visiting stores. The recommendation comes a few days after the CDC issued suggestions that everyone don masks in public. The number of people wearing masks in grocery stores and elsewhere in Warsaw has risen … Read More
Poli (Sigh): Miner Endorsement Stirs Somewhat Major Debate
It’s time for the old political question: Is it OK for police officers to endorse those running for political office while in uniform? On that question, most people turn to the Hatch Act, the federal policy that prohibits law enforcement from performing endorsements while in uniform. A handful … Read More
Warsaw Council OKs $10,000 For Jail’s JCAP Program
Kosciusko County’s JCAP initiative – considered a model across the state in helping inmates with drug histories as they prepare for release – is getting a new infusion of cash from the city of Warsaw. The in-house rehabilitation program for inmates who will soon be released was the … Read More
New Jail Chaplain To Lead Expanded Jail Ministry Program
WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office announced that Pastor Jarod Osborne has been appointed the official Jail Chaplain of the Kosciusko County Jail and will help launch a new jail ministry program. Osborne assumed the position of Jail Chaplain effective Jan. 1, according to a news release … Read More
Community Involvement Emphasized In Battle Against Opioids, Other Drugs
WARSAW — Public figures in Kosciusko County emphasized the importance of community in battling addictions during “The Opioid Epidemic: Our Community Speaks” Wednesday evening, Jan. 15. The event at Center Lake Pavilion was hosted by the Bowen Center, moderated by Mayor Joe Thallemer and funded with a $5,000 … Read More
New KCSO Officers, Staff Sworn In At Ceremony
WARSAW — Five merit deputies, as well as four reserve deputies and several corrections staff, were sworn in to their new positions during the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office employee swearing-in ceremony on Monday, Dec. 16. Merit and reserve deputies were each sworn in separately by Judge David Cates. … Read More
Warsaw Boy Shows Appreciation For Public Servants With Random Acts Of Kindness
WARSAW — Deputies at the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office were recently treated to a special delivery — pizza, courtesy of an 11-year-old Warsaw boy. Haiden Hastings, a sixth grader at Washington Elementary School, did chores to earn money to purchase several pizzas for the deputies. Kosciusko Sheriff Kyle … Read More
Poli (Sigh): Five Years After Vote, Some Voters Asking About Hen Ordinance
It’s been five years since Warsaw City Council shot down an ordinance that would have allowed residents to have a few hens in their backyards, but according to two candidates, the issue is still on the minds of voters. Josh Finch and Chris Plack, both vying for the … Read More
Poli (Sigh): Recruiting Video For Police, Fire Boosts Applicant Pool
Remember those recruiting videos the city unveiled earlier this year in hopes of luring police and fire applicants? Turns out the city got some impressive results. The newest round of openings for the police department attracted 108 applicants, including ones from Oklahoma and Texas, according to Jennifer Whitaker, … Read More