Indiana ranks among the bottom half of the country for healthy living, according to a new report that highlights challenges in life expectancy and environmental quality across the Hoosier State.
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Starke County Humane Society to provide transport to low-cost spay/neuter clinic
Starke County Humane Society has announced two upcoming dates where they will be providing transport for animals to the low cost spay and neuter clinic.
Continue readingStarke County Commissioners to hold executive session January 30
The Starke County Auditor’s Office announced on Monday that the Starke County Commissioners will be holding an executive session this week.
Continue readingPhone Scam warning in Starke County
On Friday, Starke County Court Services shared a public announcement that advises the public of a local scam that has been circulating.
Continue readingLa Porte Police Department investigates serious domestic violence incident
According to a release from the La Porte Police Department, on January 18, 2026, officers responded to a report of a protection order violation involving a female victim and her former boyfriend, Michael Layton, age 32.
Continue readingGasoline prices rise in Indiana
Average gasoline prices in Indiana have risen 6.2 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.86/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,271 stations in Indiana.
Continue readingStarke County Sheriff’s Office makes announcement regarding vehicle slide-offs
The Starke County Sheriff’s Office recently shared some tips for citizens during the winter weather advisory, especially in the case of seeing a vehicle off the side of the road.
Continue readingTravel Watch in effect for Starke and Pulaski counties; Indiana declares state of emergency Sunday
According to the Indiana Department of Homeland Security, Indiana Governor Mike Braun signed an executive order on Sunday declaring a state of emergency across Indiana.
Continue readingIndiana Arts Commission Supports Creative Small Businesses Through Two Programs
Earlier this week, the Indiana Arts Commission announced that 33 artists across the state have received support through two different programs: The Work in Progress Micro-Support Grants, and the Creative Leap business strategy series.
Continue readingKnox Board of Works to meet January 28
The Knox Board of Works has a regular meeting scheduled for this upcoming Wednesday, January 28th.
Continue readingUpdated List of Starke County election candidates
The Starke County Clerk’s Office has released an updated list of Starke County election candidates as of Friday afternoon, January 23rd.
Continue readingFrigid weather safety tips
Several area agencies have been sharing tips and suggestions for dealing with the potentially dangerous, frigid weather conditions sweeping through the area this weekend.
Continue readingStarke County Community Foundation Scholarship deadline is February 5th
The Starke County Community Foundation would like to remind potential scholarship applicants that the deadline to apply is in two weeks’ time.
Continue readingKnox Parks and Recreation Board minutes from December; and announcement of January 26 meeting
The Knox Parks and Recreation Board has announced an upcoming meeting this Monday, January 26th.
Continue readingKnox School Board to hold work session January 26
Knox Community School Corporation has announced that their board will hold a work session this upcoming Monday, January 26th.
Continue readingKnox City Council to meet January 27
The Knox City Council will be holding a regular meeting at Knox City Hall this upcoming Tuesday, January 27th.
Continue readingWinamac, other area towns announce freeze warnings ahead of frigid weather
Reminders about building permits and required inspections in Starke County
The Starke County Planning Commission recently released some reminders in regards to building permits and required inspections in the county.
Continue readingLa Porte County Coroner 2025 statistics
The La Porte County Coroner recently released their statistics from 2025. The report covers the total number of deaths broken down by category throughout the county.
Continue readingREMC’s Junior Board of Directors visit Indiana Statehouse
Local students who are part of Kankakee Valley REMC’s Junior Board of Directors recently had the opportunity to visit the Indiana Statehouse in Indianapolis.
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