Pulaski County schools may soon be cooperating with the Sheriff’s Department to increase safety and improve communication.
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Funding Efforts Moving Ahead for North Judson Community Center
Efforts continue to move forward to obtain grant funding for a new North Judson-Wayne Township community center. An update on the project was given during Monday’s North Judson Town Council meeting. Continue reading
Appraisals Taking Place for Monterey School Building
The former Monterey School Building is in the process of being appraised, ahead of a planned sale of the property. Culver Schools Interim Superintendent Chuck Kitchell told the school board Monday that one appraisal was completed a couple of weeks ago and another was scheduled for Tuesday of this week. Kitchell promised to share the results with school board members, once they are available. Continue reading
Culver Named Stellar Communities Program Finalist
The Town of Culver has been named a finalist for Indiana’s 2016 Stellar Communities program.
Mixed Weather Offers Test for Local Gardeners
Weather so far this spring has been a bit of a rollercoaster in Northern Indiana, presenting a bit of a challenge to area plant enthusiasts.
Warmer temperatures in March, and a wintry mix predicted this week are prompting a few recommendations from Purdue Extension Agricultural Educator Phil Woolery. He says the more a plant has developed, the more likely it is to be affected by colder temperatures.
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Donnelly Discusses Military Progress in Middle East
U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly says the United States military is making progress in the fight against ISIS in the Middle East. Donnelly recently returned from a week-long, five-country trip, in which he led a congressional delegation on a tour of missile defense systems. Continue reading
Ancilla College Planning for Second Annual Day of Giving
Ancilla College will be holding its second annual Day of Giving on Friday, April 29. College officials hope to get a total goal of 200 donors to take part in this year’s event by donating online, and they’re challenging each of those donors to give $24. Development and alumni relations manager Emily Hutsell says this level of donations can change the lives of students at Ancilla, where 90 percent of students receive some sort of financial assistance. Continue reading
IRS Scam Callers Targeting Local Residents
Income taxes are due in a few weeks, and telephone scammers are looking to profit at the expense of unsuspecting victims. This call came from 775-981-0059.
Proposed Hog Farm Operators Withdraw Permit Application
The Hamlet area will not be home to an 8,000 head hog farm. JML Family Farm, LLC has withdrawn their permit application filed with the Indiana Department of Environmental Management on March 2nd seeking to establish two 4,400 head wean-to-finish hog barns near the intersection of County roads 400 North and 600 East. Continue reading
Vacating County Road Paves Way for Future BraunAbility Investments
A major employer in Winamac may be taking the first steps that could lead to future investments.
Monday night’s Pulaski County Commissioners meeting brought a request from CDC Executive Director Nathan Origer following talks with BraunAbility and the Indiana Economic Development Corporation. Under the proposal, County Road 60 between 14 and 25 South would be vacated by the county.
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Culver Schools Begin Process of Cutting Staff
The Culver Community Schools Corporation is moving ahead with the process of cutting up to four teaching positions. The school board Monday passed a resolution determining the need for a decrease in the number of certificated staff. Continue reading
Pulaski County Absentee Voting Moves to Library
Pulaski County absentee voters will cast ballots in a new location this year. The polling site has moved from the courthouse to the Pulaski County Public Library on Riverside Drive in Winamac. Continue reading
Starke County Absentee Voting Hours
This is the first day to vote absentee in advance of the May 3rd primary election. Polls will be open at the Starke County Courthouse each Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until noon and from 1 until 4 p.m. through Friday, April 29th. Voters must bring a photo identification with them to cast ballots in the second floor meeting room. Continue reading
Rep. Walorski Touts Accomplishments to Local Business Leaders
U.S. Representative Jackie Walorski visited Bass Lake Monday, to tout some of her accomplishments to members of the Starke and Pulaski County chambers of commerce. Walorski said that over the past few years, House Republicans have been making progress on their agenda, in spite of a president Walorski says has not been supportive of their positions. She says Republicans have been getting things done in Washington both through persistence and compromise with Democrats. Continue reading
Township Officials — Trash Dumping Will Not Be Tolerated
Washington Township officials are having troubles with illegal trash dumping. Continue reading
Hoosiers Urged to Keep Campaign Signs a Safe Distance from Roadways
Political candidates and their supporters are being reminded to keep campaign signs a safe distance away from roadways. The Indiana Department of Transportation says the signs should be kept away from intersections, interchanges, and the rights of way alongside roadways. Continue reading
Board of Works Awards Demolition Contract for Blighted Houses
The Knox Board of Works Tuesday awarded a bid for the demolition of four homes acquired as part of the blight elimination grant program. Continue reading
Road Inventory, Truck Routes on Starke Commissioners Agenda
The Starke County Commissioners are set to certify the county road inventory when they meet this evening. It determines how much money the county gets from the state for road maintenance and repairs. Continue reading
Culver School Board to Consider Teacher Cuts
Staff cuts will be up for discussion during tonight’s Culver School Board meeting. Board members will consider a resolution to determine the need for a decrease in the number of certified staff. Continue reading
Voter Registration Deadline is Today
Today marks the final day for Indiana residents to register to vote in the May 3rd Primary Election. Continue reading
