Why Should You Choose Kosciusko County?

Clearly Kosciusko by Choice is a video series highlighting the stories of individuals who have chosen to move to and stay in Northern Indiana’s Kosciusko County. Hear amazing stories and testimonies about our community directly from the people who have chosen to make it their home.

Lakesha Green – Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts

Listen to Lakesha Green, Executive Director of the Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts, tell the story of why she moved to Kosciusko County from Syracuse, New York, and how she has found peace in our community.

Chris Scheeren – Blue Barn Berry Farm

Listen to Chris Scheeren, Owner of Blue Barn Berry Farm and Founder & Principal Owner of Empowering Voices, Inc, tell the story of why he and his family chose to move to Kosciusko County from Florida and start a business here.

Rusty Martinez – Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams

Listen to Rusty Martinez, Assistant Director of Marketing at Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams, tell the story of why he choose to move to Kosciusko County from Oaxaca, Mexico and how he found a community where he felt he truly belonged.

Benjamin Navarro – Grace College

Listen to Benjamin Navarro, Director of Latino Engagement at Grace College, tell the story of why he and his family choose to move to Kosciusko County from Buenos Aires, Argentina and how they have invested in our community to make others feel welcome.

Jennifer Olson – Cardinal Services

Listen to Jennifer Olson, Director of Employment Services at Cardinal Services, tell the story of why she choose to move to and stay in Kosciusko County. Also listen to her talk about her work at Cardinal Services and how Kosciusko County is a welcoming place for those of all abilities.

Lorena Oplinger – Wildman Business Group

Listen to Lorena Oplinger, Human Resources Coordinator at Wildman Business Group, tell the story of why she choose to move to and stay in Kosciusko County. In our area, she found a welcoming and supportive community.

Visit Kosciusko County

Want to experience Kosciusko County for yourself? Visit us and discover firsthand why the place to live, work, learn, and play is Clearly Kosciusko. View our Visitor Guide for more information on our area.