A residential fire Thursday morning in North Judson heavily damaged a home, but no injuries were reported.
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CDC shares tips to protect from a foodborne parasite as cases increase across Midwest
The Starke County Coroner’s Office and the Indiana Department of Health are encouraging residents to take steps to protect themselves from cyclosporiasis, a foodborne illness caused by a microscopic parasite, as health officials investigate a multi-state increase in cases across the Midwest, including in Ohio and Michigan.
Continue readingLa Porte Triathlon to be held tomorrow; traffic restrictions expected
Those traveling in the La Porte area tomorrow morning should expect temporary road closures and traffic restrictions as athletes take part in the 46th annual La Porte Triathlon.
Continue readingFrancesville town office to be closed next week
Starke County Commissioners held public hearing on disputed roadway at Bass Lake
The Starke County Commissioners affirmed Monday that a disputed roadway at Bass Lake remains a county road and will continue to remain a county road unless a court determines otherwise.
Continue readingStarke County Commissioners approve update from 2-way to 4-way stop
The Starke County Commissioners approved converting the intersection of County Roads 700 East and 200 North from a two-way stop to a four-way stop. The decision was made during their meeting Monday.
Continue readingKnox announces plans for Union Pacific’s Big Boy 4014 Steam Engine July 16
Knox is preparing for an influx of visitors next week as Union Pacific’s Big Boy 4014 steam locomotive is scheduled to make a whistle stop in the city.
Continue readingVaccination clinics offered at schools across Starke County
The Starke County Health Department is encouraging families to take advantage of three upcoming on-site vaccination clinics that will be offered at public schools across the county ahead of the 2026-2027 school year.
Continue readingSuspect in North Judson hit and run arrested
On July 7th, 2026, a North Judson man was taken into custody by Starke County Sheriff Deputies stemming from the recent hit and run fatality in North Judson.
Starke County Plan Commission to meet tonight
The Starke County Plan Commission will hold a meeting this evening, Wednesday, July 8th. The meeting will begin at 5:30pm Central Time in the Annex 1 Meeting Room at 53 East Mound Street in Knox.
Continue readingApplications open for Indiana Arts Commission Fall Arts Project Support program
Nonprofit organizations and public entities across Indiana can apply for grant funding through the Indiana Arts Commission’s Fiscal Year 2027 Fall Arts Project Support program.
Continue readingReserved hunting opportunities through IDNR accepting applications for drawing
Hunters can now apply for multiple reserved hunting opportunities through the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, with applications being accepted through Wednesday, July 29.
Continue readingSafe Kids Day in La Porte this week
Families are invited to spend Friday learning about child safety while enjoying free activities, entertainment, and food during La Porte County Safe Kids Day this week.
Continue readingNew firefighter training sites across Indiana
Firefighters in Pulaski County and surrounding areas now have access to firefighter training facilities closer to home following the completion of Indiana’s Hub-and-Spoke Training Program.
Continue readingOregon-Davis School Corporation reminds families of upcoming Registration Day
Oregon-Davis School Corporation is reminding families about its upcoming Registration Day for the 2026-2027 school year.
Continue readingTwo Candidates Join Pulaski County November election races
Two candidates have entered Pulaski County races for the November election following the deadline to fill ballot vacancies.
Continue readingFree community CPR classes in La Porte County in July
The La Porte County Health Department has announced multiple dates for free CPR classes this month.
Continue readingDeadline to be on map for Winamac town wide yard sale approaching
The Pulaski County Chamber of Commerce is reminding residents that the deadline to get on the map for the Winamac town wide yard sale is approaching.
Continue readingFatal house fire in La Porte County on July 4
A 23-year-old woman died in an early morning house fire in rural La Porte County on Independence Day.
Continue readingTime capsule from 1976 to be opened in Knox Wednesday
The City of Knox is inviting the community to witness the opening of a time capsule that has remained sealed for 50 years.
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