The Knox Board of Public Works members continue to work with the Knox Community School Corporation to supply a Memorandum of Understanding for a School Resource Officer.
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Starke County Commissioners Approve SCEDF Contract
It took nearly a year, but the Starke County Commissioners signed a contract with the Starke County Economic Development Foundation for two years. Continue reading
SCEDF Officials Working to Find SYSCO Property Buyer
The SYSCO property in Hamlet remains vacant, but officials continue to work to get a buyer for the property.
Pulaski County Historical Society Looking for Hosts
The Pulaski County Historical Society is looking for volunteers to serve as hosts at the new history museum on Monticello Street in Winamac.
Starke County Commissioners Approve Security Ordinance
Starke County Attorney Marty Lucas presented the commissioners this week with an ordinance for enhanced security at the Starke County Annex Building No. 1 at 53 E. Mound Street in Knox.
Starke County Sheriff Participates in Sheriff’s Roundtable
A recent roundtable discussion to combat the state’s opioid epidemic involved a local representative.
Marshall County Commissioners Discuss Resolution for Equipment Sale
The Marshall County Commissioners reviewed a resolution Monday morning that allows for the sale of equipment to the Starke County Highway Department.
Three Officers Honored with Life Saving Award
Three jail officers at the Starke County Justice Center were honored on Friday evening for their efforts in saving the life of an inmate in September.
Starke County Councilman-Elect Questioned about Residency
The residency of Starke County Republican Councilman-Elect Tom DeCola is in question after the issue was raised during the Starke County Council meeting.
DeCola was elected as the Starke County Council District 4 representative in the General Election gathering 84 votes more than his opponent Democrat Karen Tibbs.
New Middle/High School Principal Named at West Central
The West Central School Board met in special session Monday night where a new Middle/High School Principal was named.
Starke County Council Discusses Budget Cuts
The Starke County Council discussed necessary budget cuts to the 2019 budget when they met Monday night.
West Central Wind Turbine to Undergo Maintenance
The wind turbine on the campus at the West Central School Corporation was down recently as NIPSCO officials were doing work at the substation, as reported to the West Central School Board by Superintendent Don Street.
West Central School Board Approves Bus Bid
The West Central School Board members reviewed bus bids at their most recent meeting. They approved a bid from MidWest Transit Equipment for two buses in the amount of $86,876 each.
Starke County Council, Commissioners to Meet Tonight
The Starke County Council members will meet tonight where they will review cuts needed for the 2019 budget. At their last meeting, the council members urged the department heads to cut at least six percent out of their budgets or the council members will need to do the reductions. The state cut more than $830,000 from next year’s budget and it needs to be finalized prior to Dec. 31 of this year.
Oregon-Davis SADD, Starke County K9 Donations Received
The recent second annual basketball game between the Oregon-Davis SADD members and the members of the Starke County Sheriff’s Office helped raise money for both organizations.
West Central School Board Updated on Cafeteria Recognition, Concert and Art Show on Sunday
The West Central School Board members were notified at a department at the school corporation was recently honored by the state, according to Superintendent Don Street.
Starke County Jury Finds Knox Man Guilty on Child Molesting, Incest Counts
It took just over two hours for a Starke County jury to return verdicts Friday afternoon on 10 counts filed against Knox resident, 43-year-old Elven McCarty.
West Central School Board Approves Contracts
The West Central School Board members took action last week on several contract and salary items on the docket for discussion.
Officer Recognized for Saving Inmate’s Life
A Starke County Community Corrections officer was honored with the Starke County Sheriff’s Department Life Saving Award Thursday morning.
West Central School Board Discusses Budget Resolutions
The West Central School Board members considered resolutions last week that deal with budget items.
