The National Weather Service of Northwest Indiana has issued a hazardous weather outlook for the counties of Starke and Pulaski, noting that scattered thunderstorms are expected to continue into the early evening.
Continue readingFire Departments Called to Bass Lake Following Report of Lightning Striking a Home
Local fire department units were called to a house in the Bass Lake area Sunday morning after it was reportedly struck by lightning.
Continue readingKnox Mayor Updates Council on Owner-Occupied Rehab Grant Program
The City of Knox will soon be bidding out work for five of the homes that have been approved for the Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Grant Program.
Mayor Dennis Estok informed the City Council Tuesday night that they’re seeking interested contractors.
Continue readingWinamac Town Manager Discusses Sidewalk Program and Potential Project with Council
The Town of Winamac will be kicking off their annual sidewalk repair program soon.
Continue readingKnox Residents Reportedly Taken into Custody on Drug Charges Following Response to Fatal Medical Call
A fatality is being reported following a response to a medical call Thursday evening.
Continue readingKnox Mayor Encourages Community to Come Out to American Graffiti Night
You can find live music, a classic movie and plenty of nostalgia at Wythogan Park in Knox this Saturday.
Knox Mayor Dennis Estok discussed the annual ‘American Graffiti Night’ event during this week’s city council meeting.
Continue readingWinamac Town Council Approves Amended Meter Deposit Ordinance
The Winamac Town Council passed an amended ordinance related to meter deposits for electric and water utilities when members met Monday night.
Continue readingWinamac Police Officer to Lead Firearms Instruction for Fellow Officers
The Winamac Police Department will be receiving some firearms training this month, according to Town Marshal Mark Hoffman.
Continue readingOptions for Christmas Decorations Discussed with North Judson Town Council
North Judson Deputy Clerk Peggy Paulich presented town officials with some different options for Christmas decorations during the first council meeting of the month.
Continue readingKnox Superintendent Thanks Staff for Smooth Start to School Year
The Knox School Board’s last meeting coincided with the first day of school and Superintendent Dr. William Reichhart took a moment to extend his gratitude to various school employees for playing a role in making it a good first day back.
Continue readingKnox Mayor Announces Weekly Opportunities to Play Pickle Ball
The City of Knox will start hosting weekly opportunities to play at the new pickleball courts in Wythogan Park and community members have a chance to get involved in a game tonight.
Continue readingPulaski County Coroner’s Office Confirms Identity of Fatal House Fire Victim
The Pulaski County Coroner’s Office has confirmed the identity of the individual who was found at the scene of a fatal house fire that occurred in rural Kewanna last month.
Continue readingNJ Officials Remind Property Owners to Take Responsibility for Alleys and Sidewalks
North Judson Town officials continue to stress the importance of residents and business owners taking responsibility for the areas adjacent to their properties.
Continue readingWinamac Clerk-Treasurer Presents Items Related to Downtown Lighting and Sidewalk Upgrades
Winamac Town Council members approved a few different items related to the proposed downtown lighting and sidewalk upgrades when they met this week.
Continue readingCity of Knox Helps Manage Local Cat Population with Visit from Neuter Scooter
To help control the local cat population Public Vet’s Neuter Scooter was in the City of Knox over the weekend.
Continue readingSubjects Apprehended After Allegedly Fleeing from Scene of Accident Involving Snapped Utility Pole
Charges are being forwarded to the Starke County Prosecutor’s Office after two occupants allegedly fled the scene of a single-vehicle accident Tuesday afternoon.
Continue readingNo Injuries Reported in Two-Vehicle Accident on US 35
Multiple local agencies responded to a two-vehicle accident that occurred on US 35 Tuesday afternoon.
Continue readingNJ Fire Chief Discusses Auxiliary Fundraisers with Town Council
The spouses of North Judson-Wayne Township Volunteer Firefighters recently started an auxiliary and have already held a few successful fundraisers.
Continue readingWinamac Town Council Discusses Swinging Bridge Complaints with Town Marshal
Jumping from the swinging bridge in Pulaski County is a finable offense that local law enforcement officials are on the look out for.
Continue readingKnox School Board Approves Handbooks & NEOLA Policy, Permits 2020 Budget to be Advertised
A number of items came before the Knox School Board for approval when members met last week.
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