A proposed referendum for the Wawasee Community School Corporation that would have given the school corporation more than $3 million but also raised taxes for property owners was soundly defeated by a margin of 64% to 36%. There were a total of 9,378 votes cast covering Turkey Creek, Tippecanoe and Van Buren townships and a portion of Jefferson Township with 5,994 no votes to 3,384 voting yes.
Read MoreVoters both for and against the proposed referendum for the Wawasee Community School Corporation were contacted to provide input. Two in support of and two against the referendum shared their opinions.
Read MoreIn addition to numerous political candidates on the Nov. 3 ballot, voters living in the Wawasee Community School Corporation will see a referendum that would provide additional funding for the school corporation.
Read MoreThe special meeting of the Wawasee Community School Corporation board of trustees Monday, July 20, lasted only 12 minutes, but the board’s action could have districtwide impact for the next eight years.
Read MoreKOSCIUSKO COUNTY — A state-wide public question will appear on the Nov. 6 ballot regarding an amendment to the state’s constitution for a balanced budget. However, some are referring to this as a referendum. There is a difference. “The balanced budget amendment has nothing to do with the … Read More
Members of the community, students and Warsaw Community School Corporation staff and personnel met today to discuss WCS’s accomplishments, as well as plans for the future. During this core planning session, Dr. David Hoffert, WCS superintendent, took a moment to thank the numerous supporters of the WCS referendum … Read More
There was no question when election results began being released, the Warsaw Community School Corp., referendum would pass. In the end 62.31 percent of the 4,841 (27,852 were eligible to vote) votes cast were in favor. Even the absentee ballots cast favored the referendum. “We would like to … Read More
The final results are in with all 39 precincts reporting. The referendum for the Warsaw Community School Corp., has passed with a resounding 2,999 total votes in favor and 1,814 against. As noted earlier Lynne A. Christiansen will go on to the November election along with city council … Read More
The latest results, with 35 of 39 reporting, are showing the Warsaw Community School Corp., with a resounding approval and Christiansen still leading the clerk-treasurer’s race. Dobbins and Wilhite remain the top two vote recipients in the Warsaw City Council At Large race. All city precincts are in. … Read More
Voting is well underway at polls throughout Warsaw and the Warsaw Community School Corp. Polls will close at 6 p.m. Voters residing within the city of Warsaw are electing members to the city council and clerk-treasurer, as well as voting on the referendum for Warsaw Community School Corp. … Read More
InkFreeNews.com has been receiving a number of Letters to the Editor, mostly regarding the Warsaw Community School Corp. referendum and a few political in content. Please be advised that, as of Saturday, May 2, we will no longer accept letters focusing on any city elections or the school … Read More
Dear Editor, I used to describe these parts as a place that displays both the “vision” of Jules Verne and the spirit of Mayberry…all at the same time. And I have always considered it a very special gift to be able to travel but a few miles in … Read More
Dear Editor, I am writing this letter of support as both an educator and a proud parent of a WCS student. I want to publicly support and thank the Friends of Warsaw Community Schools, WCS Board members and Dr. David Hoffert for all of the time and energy … Read More
Dear Editor, In the May 5th referendum, we have a chance to help Warsaw continue to develop the youth in the area and to impact the community in the present and for the future. We have the chance to enhance the lives of everyone that lives here. Passing … Read More
Dear Editor, OrthoWorx was founded in 2009 to, among other things, work with community stakeholders to make our region’s education offerings not just competitive with other medical device regions in the country, but distinctive and well equipped to meet the workforce needs of our area. Since then, significant … Read More
Dear Editor: No one likes taxes. And no corporation looks for opportunities to pay more in taxes than their fair share. The mere mention of increasing one’s taxes can ruin even the most enjoyable dinner party. However, one has to look closely at the reason for a potential … Read More
