Churubusco (/ˌtʃɛrəˈbʌskoʊ/ or /ˌtʃɛriˈbʌskoʊ/); often shortened to Busco (/ˈbʌskoʊ/), is a town located near the headwaters of the Eel River in the extreme northeast corner of Whitley County, Indiana, United States, in Smith Township, about 16 miles (26 km) northwest of Fort Wayne.

In the 1840s, the populations of both Franklin and Union grew large enough to qualify each for a post office.

Before that time, residents of both towns had to trek 11 miles by foot or horse and buggy to nearby Columbia City to get their mail.

The Postmaster General denied the use of either "Union" and "Franklin" as the new post office name, since both were already used by other Indiana towns.

At the time, after the suggestion of local school teacher Eliza Rich, the townsfolk thought it was as patriotic a name as Union and Franklin, since the United States won a large victory there.

The Spanish-Nahuatl word literally translates as 'place (or temple) of Huitzilopochtli (the left side or south of the hummingbird)'.

This event is held yearly at the local park grounds and features many different rides, games, live music, and vendors for the enjoyment of people of all ages.

A popular theory as to why this turtle is so elusive is because the lakes and ponds around Churubusco are connected through an extensive series of channels and streams; some of which are tunnels.

Many locals have claimed to see the beast but until evidence can be found, Oscar will still be a mystery of Churubusco, Indiana.

Churubusco has multiple murals and statues commemorating this local legend around the down town area as well as inside of Smith green community schools.

The completed phase reconstructed sidewalks, added decorative lighting and landscaping features, and new benches and trash receptacles along the 100 block of North Main Street (US 33), enhancing the beauty of the downtown area.

One famous restaurant, Magic Wand, is located on South Main Street.

Held the Saturday before Halloween, the event features a merchant trick-or-treat, costume contest, hayrides, and more.

[11] Severe weather Churbusco has had seven news sources in its history, five of which have ceased publication.