Pulaski County Commissioners Approve Hospital Board Appointment

The Pulaski County Commissioners discussed appointing someone to the Pulaski Memorial Hospital Board during their meeting Tuesday.

Pulaski County Commissioner Chuck Mellon stated Jennifer Mellon is up for approval to take Valerie Leman’s seat. He stated the appointment would be for a four year term. Mellon entertained a motion to approve the appointment of Jennifer Mellon to the Pulaski Memorial Hospital Board.

That motion was seconded and passed unanimously by vote.

Silver Alert Issued on Missing La Porte Man

Ronald Bowling

The La Porte County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the disappearance of Ronald Bowling, a 66-year-old white male, 5 feet 7 inches tall, 160 pounds, gray hair with blue eyes, last seen wearing a cowboy hat with polka dots, white shirt and black shorts.

Ronald is missing from La Porte, Indiana and was last seen on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 3:30 p.m. CT. He is believed to be in extreme danger and may require medical assistance.

If you have any information on Ronald Bowling, contact the La Porte County Sheriff’s Office at 219-326-7700 or 911.

Lilly Endowment awards $50 million grant for Indiana State Parks

Lilly Endowment Inc. announced the approval of a $50 million grant to the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for a variety of enhancements at Indiana State Parks. DNR will use the grant to make several improvements within Prophetstown State Park and to fund upgrades across the state parks system that will improve the experience for Hoosiers who visit these treasured places.

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