The third floor of the Starke County Courthouse may get a new look if funds can be provided for remodeling efforts.
Continue readingStarke County Commissioners Adopt Alarm Systems Regulation Ordinance
The Starke County Commissioners approved the third reading of the Alarm Systems Regulation Ordinance, thus adopting the measure.
Continue readingWest Central School Board Selects New Superintendent
The West Central School Board members selected a new superintendent in a specially called meeting Thursday night.
Continue readingStarke County Commissioners Revise Security Plan
Security at the county buildings in Starke County will change slightly.
Continue readingArmed Robbery Investigated in Pulaski County
One man is in the Pulaski County Jail on suspicion of armed robbery.
Continue readingFormer Pulaski County Sheriff Acquitted on Charges
A Pulaski County jury found a former Pulaski County Sheriff not guilty on seven criminal charges Wednesday.
Continue readingStarke County Commissioners Consider Extending Knox TIF District
Knox City officials want to expand the TIF District outside the city limits.
Continue readingAllen, Kilburn Sentenced in Starke Circuit Court
Two defendants and their attorneys submitted plea agreements for consideration by Starke Circuit Court Judge Kim Hall Wednesday morning.
Continue readingConstellation of Starke Officials Preparing for Stellar Presentation
A standing ovation ushered in conversations surrounding the announcement that Starke County is a finalist in the Regional Stellar Communities Designation Program.
Continue readingStarke County Highway Department Begins Mowing Season
The Starke County Highway Department is preparing for the mowing season.
Continue readingKnox Voters Choose Democratic Candidate for City Clerk-Treasurer
Voters in the May Municipal Primary Election chose a Democratic candidate for Knox City Clerk-Treasurer Tuesday.
Continue readingStarke County Commissioners Discuss Dog Noise Abatement Ordinance
An additional reading of an ordinance that would regulate incessant dog barking was considered by the Starke County Commissioners Monday night.
Continue readingLocal Organization Encourages More Physical Activity in May
The Moving Starke County Forward Organization encourages residents to be more active in the month of May.
Continue readingToday is the Last Day to Vote Absentee
Today is the last day to cast an early ballot in the May Primary Municipal Election.
Continue readingOregon-Davis Students to Hold Mini Relay for Life
Oregon-Davis students engage in a fight against cancer every year with the Mini Relay for Life event on campus. This year will be their 15th annual event with funds going to the American Cancer Society.
Continue readingStarke County Commissioners to Meet Tonight
The Starke County Commissioners plan to hold additional readings on the alarm system regulation ordinance as well as the dog noise abatement ordinance tonight.
Continue readingProperty Tax Payments Due May 10
The first installment of property taxes is due on May 10.
Continue readingRiver Waters in Starke County, Pulaski County Continue to Rise
The Kankakee River flowing through Starke County is reaching moderate flood stage.
Continue readingEarly Voting Continues in Starke County
Early voting continues on the first floor of the Starke County Courthouse.
Continue readingNational Weather Service Issues Flood Warning
The National Weather Service extended a flood warning for the Tippecanoe River above Winamac until late Monday night. The flood stage is at 10 feet and the water will crest near 11 feet Saturday night. At that time, extensive residential flooding occurs.