Updated: An effort to form a fire territory has taken a number of years, but the creation of the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Fire Territory became a reality in March. The department will officially become a fire territory in January 2022. But for many, it will remain the North Webster Fire Department. It is the third department in the county to become a fire territory.
Read More Updated: Through a technicality in parliamentary procedure and some last minute negotiating, a new fire territory has been approved for Tippecanoe Township and the town of North Webster. A joint meeting of the township board and the town council was held at the Tippecanoe Township Building, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 31.
Read More Updated: North Webster Town Council killed the possibility of Tippecanoe Township becoming a fire territory tonight. The final public hearing on the formation was followed by public meetings of both entities, after a presentation and comments from both boards and the public.
Read More Updated: It was standing room only at the second public hearing Wednesday, Feb. 24, on the proposed formation of the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Fire Protection Territory. The hearing, held at the township building, provided new and updated information, especially on the financial impact.
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Updated: Citizen input is needed about a new, proposed fire territory in Kosciusko County. If approved it would be between Tippecanoe Township and the town of North Webster.
Read More Updated: North Webster Town Council agreed to the next step in the process of forming a joint fire territory with Tippecanoe Township at its meeting Tuesday, Nov. 17. It was held at the North Webster Community Center.
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Updated: Phil Metcalf, president of the North Webster Community Public Library board of trustees, keynoted a dedication ceremony brimming with positivity on Sunday, Oct. 4, at the new facility downtown on SR 13.
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Updated: North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce board of directors met via Zoom Monday, May 11. The meeting covered an event set tentatively for Saturday, Aug. 22, to bring people to town to shop, distribution of the newly released North Webster Community Guides, and beginning the search for two new board members.
Read More Updated: NORTH WEBSTER — A positive note was struck when the North Webster Town Council met with representatives from Tippecanoe Township and the fire and EMS department to discuss a possible formation of a new fire territory between the township and town. Council called a special meeting for Wednesday, … Read More
Updated: NORTH WEBSTER — Following up on the news the North Webster Town Council had voted down the proposed North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Fire Territory at a special meeting Monday, Jan. 27, questions were sent out to the three council members for some input into the decision. David Walizchek and … Read More
Updated: NORTH WEBSTER — Ten years of study has gone into the proposed North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Fire Protection Territory. No final decision has been made and three tentatively scheduled public hearings have been postponed until further notice. Staffing is the main problem facing the department. The governmental units of … Read More
Updated: NORTH WEBSTER — Being in the right place at the right time opened a door for Jeff Phillips and his family. Wawasee Building Trades is building a new ranch style home for the family off CR 950E, near Backwater Road in Tippecanoe Township. “They were looking for a … Read More
Updated: NORTH WEBSTER — Steve Ward has officially declared his candidacy for Tippecanoe Township Trustee. “I have been honored to serve on the township board for four years and as your trustee for the past eight years. I am grateful for the experience that it has afforded me. I … Read More
Updated: KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Voting locations for the Nov. 8 general election have been established and announced by Michelle Puckett, county auditor. Polls open at 6 a.m. and close at 6 p.m. The locations are designated by the county commissioners.
Read More Updated: NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster/Tippecanoe Township Fire Chief Jeremy Likens is on vacation. A number of firefighters who walked out Thursday, Aug. 25, have returned, others remain uncertain. A release was issued today by North Webster/Tippecanoe Township Battalion Chief Christopher Francis. It states: “On behalf of the membership … Read More
Updated: NORTH WEBSTER — How much do you think the lakes in Tippecanoe Township contribute to the North Webster area economy? If this topic is of interest then head to the next general chamber membership meeting, noon, Monday, June 13 at the North Webster American Legion Post 253, 756 … Read More
