As prescription drug abuse grips the nation, it’s important not to become part of the statistic.
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Settlement Results in Funds to Combat Smoking
Tobacco cessation efforts got a boost this week after Indiana received more than $136 million from tobacco product manufacturers under the Master Settlement Agreement.
Continue readingHigh Water Prompts Road Closures
As water levels continue to rise, Highway Department crews work to monitor the depth of water on roadways.
Continue readingTwo Sentenced in Starke Circuit Court
Two defendants appeared before Starke Circuit Court Magistrate Jeanene Calabrese Tuesday afternoon for plea and sentencing hearings.
Continue readingDeCola vs. Starke County Council Lawsuit Moves Forward
The lawsuit filed by Tom DeCola against the Starke County Council continues to move through the legal system.
Continue readingNew Starke County Environmental Recycling Location Draws Mixed Reviews
The new location of Starke County’s recycling facility finds mixed reviews among residents.
Continue readingWork Continues on Stellar Projects in Culver
Upcoming construction projects in Culver’s Stellar Communities Designation Program are taking shape.
Continue readingStarke County Officials to Meet for a Budget Planning Workshop in June
The Starke County Council members and the Starke County Commissioners are planning to meet with office holders and department heads for a budget planning workshop in June before full negotiations start this fall.
Continue readingNew Fire Panel to be Installed at Starke County Courthouse
The fire panel at the Starke County Courthouse will be replaced after Maintenance Director Jim Coad told the commissioners recently that it is obsolete.
Continue readingCulver Town Council Approves Paperwork for The Paddocks
The Culver Town Council members took action this week to get a step closer in order for The Paddocks to be eligible for tax abatement.
Continue readingStarke County Commissioners Discuss Security
The Starke County Commissioners discussed security during their most recent meeting.
Continue readingCulver Town Council Adopts Rezoning Ordinance for Cord Associates
The Culver Town Council members approved the second and third readings of an ordinance that rezones a property owned by Cord Associates to R-2.
Continue readingLa Porte County Sheriff’s Office, Students Prepare for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
The La Porte County Sheriff’s Office will be working with area students to collect unwanted, expired and unused prescription medications during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 27.
Continue readingVote Now for Locally-Built Harley in Harley-Davidson’s Battle of the Kings
Vote now for a motorcycle designed and constructed by the service crew at Kersting’s Cycle Center in Winamac and a student at the SCILL Center in Harley-Davidson’s Battle of the Kings event.
Continue readingUPDATED: Starke County Commissioners Pass Leash Law
The Starke County Commissioners reviewed the leash law ordinance during their meeting last week.
Continue readingStarke County Courthouse Elevator Project Resumes
Culver Town Council Votes 3-2 to Purchase Aerial Fire Truck
After two years of planning, negotiating and fundraising, the Culver-Union Township Fire Department will be getting an aerial fire truck.
Continue readingLa Porte County Sheriff’s Deputy Escapes Injury in Tuesday Morning Crash
A La Porte County Sheriff’s Department on-duty deputy was not injured in a two-vehicle accident early Tuesday morning. However, in case of an accident you can quickly get in contact with a legal firm near you.
Continue readingStarke County Commissioners Approve Second Reading of Alarm Systems Regulation Ordinance
In an attempt to reduce the number and frequency of false police and fire alarms in residences and businesses in Starke County, an ordinance has been drafted to ensure registration and control of alarm systems for more safe and prompt and reliable dispatch of emergency personnel.
Continue readingCulver Town Council to Meet Tonight
The Culver Town Council members will meet tonight where they will have an update on the upcoming purchase of an aerial fire truck for the Culver-Union Township Fire Department.
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