The Knox Community School Corporation is working to increase accountability, when it comes to extracurricular positions.
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Knox, Francesville Businesses Receive USDA Funding for Energy-Efficiency Upgrades
A number of farmers and rural businesses will be able to lower their energy costs, thanks to funding from the USDA’s Rural Energy for America Program. Locally, N&L Pork near Knox will get $20,000 to buy and install a 111-kilowatt solar array. The USDA says that will save enough energy to power 14 homes a year and lower the business’s annual energy costs by more than $15,000.
Continue readingPulaski County Council Votes to Move Ahead with Funding for West Annex Work
Pulaski County’s newest government building is costing more than originally thought. Last year, the county purchased the former Winamac Masonic Lodge and has since converted it into the West Annex, housing the Coroner’s Office and Emergency Management Agency.
Continue readingKnox School Board Extends Superintendent’s Contract
The Knox School Board has finalized a contract extension and pay raise for Superintendent Dr. William Reichhart.
Continue readingNew Pulaski County Veterans Service Officer Hopes to Start Seeing Clients Soon
Pulaski County’s new veterans service officer will soon be able to start seeing clients, but what he will get paid still remains to be seen. Brent Frain told the county commissioners Monday that he passed the state’s certification test last week.
Continue readingUnemployment Rates Increase in Starke, Pulaski Counties
Unemployment rates are up in Starke and Pulaski counties. Starke County’s July unemployment rate was 4.4 percent, according to the latest report from the Indiana Department of Workforce Development. That’s half a percent higher than the month before and two-tenths of a percent higher than July of 2018.
Continue readingStarke County Park Board Considers More Electrical Work at Bass Lake Campground
The operator of the Bass Lake Campground is once again asking the Starke County Park Board to cover the cost of electrical upgrades. County Attorney Marty Lucas says a representative of Callahan Development, LLC told the park board last week that the company is looking to expand the campground’s electrical capacity.
Continue readingPulaski County Council Approves Budget Transfer for Fuel Tax Reimbursement Consultant
With the Pulaski County Highway Department expecting a substantial fuel tax reimbursement, the county council has agreed to make funds available to pay the consulting firm that helped them get it.
Continue readingPulaski County Commissioners to Consider Maintenance Issues, Discuss Road Signs
The Pulaski County Commissioners will consider a number of maintenance issues this morning. Maintenance Director Mia Salyers is expected to discuss a quote for work in the Justice Center electronics room, as well as sewer issues and truck repairs.
Continue readingKnox School Board to Vote on Superintendent’s Contract Tonight
The Knox School Board will vote on a contract extension for Superintendent Dr. William Reichhart tonight.
Continue readingPulaski County Council Approves Full-Time Status for Prosecutor
Pulaski County’s new prosecutor is now officially at full-time status.
Kelly Gaumer was chosen during a Republican Party caucus last month, and she officially took office August 4.
Continue readingHamlet Zoning Board Considers Multiple Permits
Hamlet property owners are planning some construction projects.
Two permits were approved by the zoning board Wednesday.
Continue readingOregon-Davis Reports Success with Summer Jump Start Program
The Oregon-Davis School Corporation’s summer Jump Start program was once again a success this year, according to Superintendent Dr. Don Harman.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski to Hold Public Hearing Before Negotiating Teacher Contracts
Members of the public have a chance to weigh in on teacher pay at Eastern Pulaski Schools.
A pre-formal bargaining hearing will be held Monday at 5:30 p.m. EDT in the Eastern Pulaski Conference/Meeting Center.
Continue readingPulaski County Officials Share Security Concerns during Courthouse Presentation
Pulaski County officials continue voicing their concerns with courthouse security. They shared some of the most pressing needs during Tuesday’s presentation on potential renovation options.
Continue readingFundraising Underway for Memorial Path in Hamlet Town Park
A walking path honoring a fallen soldier may soon be coming to the Hamlet Town Park. The town’s American Legion post has officially begun raising funds for a Robert J. Tauteris Jr. Memorial Walking Path.
Continue readingPulaski Superior Court Requests Another $30,000 for Pauper Counsel, Amid Increase in Drug Cases
For the third time this year, Pulaski Superior Court Judge Crystal Brucker Kocher is asking for permission to spend more money for pauper counsel. The county council has already agreed to let her spend $40,000 beyond what was initially budgeted. On Monday, she told council members she needs another $30,000.
Continue readingOregon-Davis School Board Accepts Reflector Donations
Oregon-Davis students should be a bit safer, thanks to some area businesses. Superintendent Dr. Don Harman says a couple recent donations got the school board’s official approval Monday.
Continue readingPulaski County’s IT Services Continue to Draw Questions from County Council Members
Pulaski County officials continue to voice concerns with the county’s IT arrangements, but organizing a discussion is proving to be a challenge. Some county council members had wanted to discuss IT plans with the county commissioners and had apparently asked to have it included on Monday’s joint session agenda. But when it was sent out, the only item listed was the approval of the prior joint session minutes.
Continue readingLack of Recent Teacher Raises Draws Comment during Oregon-Davis Collective Bargaining Hearing
Oregon-Davis school officials are being asked to keep in mind the lack of recent raises, as they get to work on this year’s teacher contracts. Under a new state law, school corporations and teachers associations are required to hold a public hearing before they start negotiations.
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