The Oregon-Davis School Corporation will welcome students back to school next week. O-D will host its annual back-to-school open house on Wednesday, August 7 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Hot dogs, chips, and water will be served, and a mobile health bus will be there to provide immunizations and sports physicals. Students, parents, guardians, and community members are invited to attend.
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State Police Issue Safety Tips for Drivers, Students As School Year Approaches
With many local students returning to class next week, Indiana State Police have issued a few safety tips. Drivers are reminded to watch for stopped school buses in the morning and afternoon, as well as children waiting at bus stops and walking to and from school.
Continue readingCulver Community Schools Corporation Gets Permission to Keep Meal Prices the Same
The Culver Community Schools Corporation’s breakfast and lunch prices will stay the same for another year. Superintendent Karen Shuman previously said that the school corporation was asked to raise prices by 19 cents, but on Monday, she told the school board that a waiver has officially been granted.
Continue readingPulaski County History Museum’s New Exhibits to Open Next Week
The Pulaski County History Museum’s next round of exhibits will include a couple projects developed in partnership with local students.
Continue readingWinamac Park Board to Open Restroom Construction Bids Tonight
The Winamac Park Board will open construction bids tonight for new restrooms in the Town Park. Plans call for the old brick restrooms to be demolished and replaced with a new structure, with more ADA-compliant stalls and more room in general.
Continue readingNorth Judson Woman Arrested, Following Report of Possible Overdose
A report of a possible overdose led to the arrest of a North Judson woman Monday night. It happened around 8:30 p.m. at a home in the 7000 block of South County Road 100 West, according to the Starke County Sheriff’s Office.
Continue readingCulver School Board Views Lighting Upgrades, Elementary School Secure Entrance
Culver Community Schools will look a bit brighter when students return to class next week. The school board got a look Monday at the LED lighting installation that’s currently underway.
Continue readingWabash Heartland Innovation Network Seeks Pulaski County Residents’ Input on Placemaking
Pulaski County residents have a chance to weigh in on their communities. The Wabash Heartland Innovation Network is currently conducting the second round of a placemaking survey of its 10-county region.
Continue readingEnrollment Continues for Expanded On My Way Pre-K Program
A program to help bring preschool within the reach of low-income families is now available in all 92 Indiana counties. The On My Way Pre-K program continues enrolling students for the 2019-2020 school year.
Continue readingRandy Head Leaving State Senate to Take Over as Pulaski County’s Chief Deputy Prosecutor
A state senator is stepping down and taking over as Pulaski County’s chief deputy prosecutor. Randy Head announced Monday that he’ll be leaving the State Senate August 12. The Logansport Republican has represented Senate District 18 since 2008. His district currently includes Cass, Fulton, and part of Marshall County.
Continue readingSeveral Francesville Voters May Have to Update Registration Information
A change in Francesville’s mail delivery has led to a number of voters being listed as inactive. Pulaski County Clerk JoLynn Behny told the rest of the election board last week that the state is updating its voter list, to figure out which voters are inactive.
Continue readingCulver School Board Votes to Separate Athletic Director, Assistant Principal Positions
The Culver School Board has approved a plan to separate the athletic director position from the middle/high school assistant principal position. The approval came during a special session Monday, following a discussion during a work session.
Continue readingUpdate on Pulaski County Courthouse Study to Be Presented Aug. 13
An update on a possible Pulaski County Courthouse or Justice Center project will be given to the public in a couple of weeks. The presentation will take place Tuesday, August 13 at 6:00 p.m. EDT at the courthouse in the circuit courtroom. Residents are expected to hear from Rowland Design, Indiana Landmarks, and the courthouse taskforce.
Continue readingHamlet Property Owner Considering Storage Facility or Apartment Development
A Hamlet property owner is exploring the possibility of adding either a storage facility or more apartments in town. Andrew Spite told the town council Wednesday that he’s considering a couple potential uses for the land adjacent to his apartment building on Indiana Avenue, between Starke Street and the fire station.
Continue readingSeveral Concerns Remain to Be Addressed, As Pulaski County’s Budget Discussions Continue
The Pulaski County Council is hoping to cut budgets, adjust the salary matrix, and start reconfiguring the county’s tax structure, all within the next month or so. Council members will continue discussing potential budget cuts with department heads tonight and next Monday at 7:00 p.m. EDT in the Pulaski County Highway Garage. During last week’s special session, Council Member Kathi Thompson said there are still several departments they need to see.
Continue readingCulver School Board to Discuss Personnel Matters Tonight
With the start of the school year approaching, the Culver School Board will be considering some personnel items tonight. Board members are expected to discuss personnel during a work session scheduled for 6:00 p.m. EDT. Then, they’ll convene a special meeting at 7:00, where personnel items may be approved.
Continue readingPulaski County Council Working to Budget Technology Costs, Following IT Department’s Elimination
After the Pulaski County Commissioners disbanded the county’s IT Department, the county council continues trying to figure out how to cover technology costs going forward.
Continue readingStarke County EMS to Host Community CPR Course Tuesday
You can learn some lifesaving skills during a free CPR training session next week.
Starke County Emergency Medical Services is hosting a community CPR course Tuesday evening from 5:30 to 7:30 CDT.
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