During their meeting earlier this week, the Eastern Pulaski School Board entertained the idea of adding a few extra positions to their payroll. The school is looking to add a director of curriculum and assessment as well as two summer employees for manual labor.
150 Years of Wanatah Celebrated with Three Days of Festivities
Today is the second day of the weekend long Wanatah Sesquicentennial celebration. The “Times Remembered” historical demonstration tent as well as the kids rides will start up at 10 am in the Wanatah School. Come out for the parade at 11 am that will be immediately followed by a Classic Car Cruise-In located in the parking lot of Lions Club Park. Continue reading
Knox Board of Works to Discuss Street Paving Bids
The Knox Board of Public Works will discuss street paving bids during a special-called Monday morning meeting. Last week they opened bids from three companies for work on Lake, East and Potter Streets and Myrtle Court. The paving bids are the lone item on the agenda for Monday’s 9:30 a.m. meeting at city hall.
9th Annual Indiana Fallen Officer Blood Drive: Give a Little in Memory of those Who Gave it All
Two local police stations are participating in the 9th annual Fallen Officer Blood Drive with a friendly competition. The La Porte County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with the Michigan Police Department in an effort to supply blood during a critical time in the year and raise awareness about the dangers police face every day on the job. Continue reading
Secretary of State Working to Prevent Elder Abuse
Indiana Secretary of State Connie Lawson is urging residents to recognize the symptoms of elder abuse.
June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and the Secretary of State’s office says they are attempting to raise awareness. According to information released by Lawson’s offices, elder abuse can come in several forms.
Richard G. Lugar Excellence in Public Service Series Accepting Nominations
Republican women who aspire to a future in business or politics are encouraged to apply for a slot in the 2015-2016 Richard G. Lugar Excellence in Public Service Series. It provides first-class leadership training experience that encourages mentors and prepares selected women leaders from across the state to seek new levels of personal achievement and public involvement, according to a statement. Participants have unique access to public officials and an effective and diverse statewide political network. Continue reading
Sheriff’s Department Catches Trespassing Suspect in Closet, Locate Meth
Starke County Police gave chase during a Thursday incident in North Judson.
According to information released by the Sheriff’s Department, officers were responding to a trespassing call in the 5-thousand South block of Detroiter Lane. After arriving on scene, a suspect was identified and was given an order to stop.
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Sex Offender Arrested After Month-Long Investigation
The Starke County Sheriff’s Department says an investigation has led to the arrest of a sex offender.
40-year-old Bob Conley of North Judson was taken into custody on preliminary charges of Sex Offender Registry violations. Detectives with the Sheriff’s Department worked over the course of a month to make the arrest after receiving an anonymous tip.
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Brief Manhunt Causes School Lockdown Confusion
A fugitive who fled from a Starke County Sheriff’s Deputy after a traffic stop yesterday caused the confusion about whether Knox High School was on lockdown. Continue reading
Starke County Farmers Among 17 to be Featured During State Fair
Society of Innovators Seeks Pulaski County Nominees
Pulaski County is known for its entrepreneurial spirit, and the Society of Innovators of Northwest Indiana wants to showcase it. Nominations are open for individuals and teams through Monday, July 6. Continue reading
Pleasant View Rest Home Auction Planned Later This Month
Items will be auctioned in about one week from one of Pulaski County’s historic venues.
Assets from inside the Pleasant View Rest Home will be sold on June 20th. The county home was shut down due to budgetary constraints earlier this year, but managed to pick up a landmark designation on the National Register of Historic Places.
Judge Rejects Plea from Man Who Fled from Cops
A Grovertown man who is accused of backing his car into a Starke County Sheriff’s Deputy following a high-speed pursuit is due back in court later this month for another status hearing. Continue reading
Judge Accepts Guilty Pleas, Sentences Defendants
A Wheatfield man who is 10 years in arrears on child support payments totaling more than $14,000 has a second chance to catch up. Continue reading
Design Include Alternative Flouride, but Decision Not Finalized
Culver is nearing a decision on the fluoridation of its water supply.
The Town Council briefly touched on upgrades to its water treatment facility during a Tuesday meeting. The Town hosted a meeting with investors recently prior to a bond issuance that’s expected to fund a large portion of the upgrades.
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Hamlet Town Board Considers Unsafe Structures
Several abandoned buildings and houses in Hamlet are under consideration by the Town Board as “unsafe structures.” After proper legal procedures, action can be taken to tear the buildings down. Continue reading
Celebrating 150 years 1865-2015: The Wanatah Sesquicentennial
Don’t miss your chance to join in on the celebration that has been 5 decades and a century in the making. Wanatah is commemorating their 150th anniversary with a weekend long celebration packed full of fun for the whole family. Events include kids rides, a “Times Remembered” historical demonstration tent, and agricultural, genealogy and Wanatah Historical Society displays at the Wanatah School. Wanatah School is located at 309 School Drive, right in the heart of the sesquicentennial activities. Continue reading
Knox Fireworks Committee Plans More Fundraisers
The Knox Fireworks Committee is still raising money to offset the cost of the annual Independence Day weekend show. The next fundraiser is a dinner tomorrow (Saturday) evening at the Downtown Depot restaurant from 5 until 7 p.m. Continue reading
Sandra Lee’s Studio of Dance 37th Recital: Imagination
Sandra Lee’s Studio of Dance has put on nearly four decades of recitals. This year’s 37th annual show includes a variety of dances performed by students of all ages. Continue reading
Participate in World Blood Donor Day this Sunday
During the summer months, the amount of blood donations drops significantly. Sunday, June 14 you can roll up your sleeve and help someone in need during world blood donor day sponsored by Nexcare bandages and the American Red Cross. Continue reading
