Knox School Superintendent A.J. Gappa reviewed a few positive results from the recent ISTEP testing and reported that the schools have been, and continue to be, in a pilot program that help to determine test questions next year. The final testing period is April 18-May 6.He reiterated that a new testing formula is to be developed by the State for the 2017-18 year.
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Pulaski County Commissioners Approve Highway Department Equipment Replacement
The Pulaski County Commissioners have approved the replacement of a piece of equipment for the county’s Highway Department. During Monday’s Commissioners meeting, Highway Superintendent Terry Ruff asked for the commissioners’ approval to replace a broken repeater, part of the radio system used to communicate with the department’s trucks. Continue reading
Winamac Adds Utility Connection and Disconnection Charges
The Town of Winamac will soon be charging fees for the connection and disconnection of electricity and water services. Last week, the Winamac Town Council approved an ordinance charging its utility customers $25 to have their utilities disconnected and another $25 to have them reconnected. Continue reading
Starke County Burns Through Weather Radio Supply, Working to Secure More
Starke County is fresh out of all-hazard emergency weather radios, and it took less than one week.
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Culver Town Council Considers Revisiting Flouride Issue
Statewide Tornado Drill Set for Today
Indiana residents are encouraged to take a few minutes today to make sure they know what to do in case a tornado strikes. Officials are planning statewide tornado drills this morning and again this evening. Continue reading
Knox Couple Faces Drug Charges
A Knox couple accused of using drugs in the presence of their children were arrested Friday afternoon following a month-long investigation by the Knox Police Department. Continue reading
This Week Dedicated to Severe Weather Preparedness
Sunday kicked-off Severe Weather Preparedness Week, and several organizations are cooperating to make sure you and your family are ready.
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Know Your Risk Factors During Colon Cancer Awareness Month
Colon cancer is the second-leading cause of death from cancer. During the month of March, health professionals are working to raise awareness of the disease by commemorating Colon Cancer Awareness Month. Continue reading
Voter Registration Deadline Approaching
Voters looking to cast their ballots in May’s primary election have two weeks to register. The registration deadline is Monday, April 4. Continue reading
Starke County EMA to Distribute Weather Radios
A potentially life-saving piece of technology will be available for free to Starke County residents. The Starke County Emergency Management Agency is distributing all-hazard weather radios, thanks to help from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security. Continue reading
Formal Charges Anticipated Against Starke County Pursuit Suspect
The Winamac man accused of leading police from multiple departments on a Wednesday afternoon high-speed chase and manhunt is facing several felony and misdemeanor charges in Starke County. Continue reading
N.J.-S.P. Elaborates on Staff Cuts
North Judson-San Pierre Superintendent Dr. Bob Boyd has elaborated on staffing cuts approved Tuesday by the school board to “right size” the corporation. He says the reductions in personnel include 10 certified teachers, four of whom are general elementary school classroom teachers. Another three are special education teachers, and three more are certified support personnel. Boyd stresses no educational programs will be cut as a result of the reductions. Continue reading
Child Molester Sentenced in Marshall County
A 32-year-old Tyner man was sentenced Thursday to 30 years in the Indiana Department of Correction for child molesting. Continue reading
Monterey Official Hopeful Downtown Streets Can Reopen
A new fence around a collapsed building in downtown Monterey should be in place by this evening. Monterey Town Councilman Doug Denton says the Pulaski County Building Inspector advised a chain link-type fence will be placed around the rubble from the former Sportsman’s Lounge at the southeast corner of Main and Walnut Streets. Continue reading
Culver Fire Department Seeks New Recruits
The Culver-Union Township Fire Department is in need of volunteers. Officials with the volunteer fire department say it has shrunk to just 20 firefighters. Continue reading
Melody Drive-In Opens Next Weekend
A local summertime tradition is about to return for another year. Melody Drive-In at Bass Lake will reopen for its 2016 movie season next weekend. Continue reading
Eastern Pulaski School Board Shops Locally
The Eastern Pulaski School Board Monday night opted to spend a little bit more money in order to buy from a local vendor. Continue reading
State Hearing-Aid Program Making Noise for Hoosier Children
A new state program to help the deaf and hard of hearing is being made available to children in the Hoosier State. Continue reading
Dollar General Robbery Suspect Identified
The suspect in the Plymouth and North Judson Dollar General robberies was arrested last night in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Continue reading
