While a Stellar Community designation could bring upgrades to the Bass Lake Beach area, there might also be major improvements to recreational facilities throughout Starke County.
Continue readingOregon-Davis Officials Decide Not to Change School Start Time
Oregon-Davis Schools’ start time will stay at 7:20 a.m. School officials recently revisited the idea of pushing back the start of school to 7:45 or 8:00 Central, but once again, the school district’s proximity to the Eastern Time Zone ultimately led them to decide against the change.
Continue readingU.S. 30 Freeway Project Failing to Generate Support from INDOT
Interest in upgrading U.S. 30 to freeway standards doesn’t appear to be as high as previously thought, and that’s drawing frustration from Hamlet officials. Ron Gifford with the Starke County Economic Development Foundation told the town council Wednesday that the Indiana Department of Transportation is looking at other projects now and doesn’t appear interested in U.S. 30.
Continue readingStellar Planning Process Could Address Submerged Lifeguard Tower in Bass Lake
A longtime hazard in Bass Lake could finally be resolved as part of the planning process for Constellation of Starke’s Stellar efforts. A structure, believed to be an old lifeguard tower, that’s now submerged in the lake has repeatedly been discussed by the Starke County Park Board over the past few years. So far, they haven’t been able to find a way to remove it, and there have been doubts as to whether it’s the park board’s responsibility, anyway.
Continue readingPulaski County Commissioners Hope to Choose Health Insurance Company July 1
Pulaski County has gotten four proposals for employee health insurance, but before they were even opened Monday, county officials spent several minutes trying to figure out what exactly to do with them. During Monday’s joint council and commissioners meeting, Auditor Laura Wheeler explained that the open enrollment period begins July 1, with the new coverage year starting in August.
Continue readingWinamac Park Board Discusses Landscaping Upgrades at Fairground Entrance
The Winamac Park Board is revisiting plans to upgrade the landscaping near the entrance to the fairgrounds, but getting it done it time for this year’s 4-H Fair may prove to be a challenge. Last year, the park board agreed to let the Pulaski County Jr. Leaders replace the entrance sign, remove most of the bushes surrounding it, and replace the wooden posts used as edging.
Continue readingOregon-Davis Hosting Youth Club, Autism Camp, Summer School Activities
School may be out for the summer, but the Oregon-Davis School Corporation is bustling with activities. Superintendent Dr. Don Harman says there are a lot of great programs going on.
Continue readingStarke County Park Board to Discuss Potential Stellar Projects with Bass Lake Lessee
Big upgrades could be coming to the Bass Lake Beach, if Constellation of Starke gets its Stellar Community designation. During Tuesday’s Starke County Park Board Meeting, Board Member Rik Ritzler said several ideas have been thrown around.
Continue readingPulaski County Council Continues Discussing EMA Radio Equipment Funding
A $10,000 bill related to EMA radio equipment continued to be discussed during Monday’s Pulaski County Council meeting. Last month, council members said they wanted more information before moving forward with an additional appropriation.
Continue readingOregon-Davis School Board Adds eLearning Option to School Calendar
The Oregon-Davis School Board has agreed to bring back eLearning. Board members voted Monday to add some eLearning language to the 2019-2020 school calendar, according to Superintendent Dr. Don Harman. “That will include this statement: ‘At the discretion of the superintendent, an eLearning day may be utilized, if needed, throughout the school year,'” Harman explains.
Continue readingPanhandle Pathway May Soon Get Bike Repair Station
Cyclists traveling through Winamac may soon have a place to stop and repair their bikes. During last week’s Winamac Park Board meeting, Board Member Pat Bawcum said Friends of the Panhandle Pathway is looking to install a bike repair station near the restrooms.
Continue readingPulaski County Council Considering Ordinance to ‘Thaw’ Property Tax Freeze
Pulaski County landowners may be paying more in property taxes next year. An ordinance that would “thaw” the county’s property tax levy freeze was presented during Monday’s county council meeting. That means the county’s tax levy would be able to increase, within the limits set by the state’s growth quotient.
Continue readingPulaski County Health Department to Offer Free Naloxone Training
Pulaski County residents have a few chances to learn how to use the potentially life-saving drug naloxone. The Pulaski County Health Department says it’s gotten overdose rescue kits from the Indiana State Department of Health, to distribute to the local community. As part of that effort, the Health Department will host four free training events over the coming weeks.
Continue readingTree Removal, Replacement Continue in Winamac Town Park
New trees have been planted in the Winamac Town Park, while old trees continue to be removed. Park Manager Dave DeLorenzo told the park board last week that 15 of the park’s 18 new trees have now been planted, thanks to Proscapes Unlimited, Dave Bennett, and Park Board Member Jon Chapman. The planting was originally scheduled to take place during a park cleanup day last month, but was delayed by flooding.
Continue readingCulver School Board to Hold Public Hearing on Superintendent’s Contract Tonight
Members of the public have the chance to weigh in on a proposed contract for Culver Community Schools Superintendent Karen Shuman tonight. It would extend her employment through June of 2022.
Continue readingWinamac Park Board Considers Potential Land Donation
The Town of Winamac may soon be expanding its park property. During last week’s park board meeting, member Jon Chapman said a resident is interested in donating some land south of Washington Street, across from the Town Park.
Continue readingPulaski County Officials to Open Insurance Bids, Present Levy Freeze Ordinance Tonight
The Pulaski County Council and Commissioners will open health insurance bids tonight. The bid opening will take place during their joint session, scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m. EDT at the Pulaski County Highway Garage.
Continue readingWinamac Town Park Restroom Project Continues Moving Forward
The Winamac Park Board will soon be seeking construction bids for the Town Park restroom project. During Thursday’s meeting, Park Board President Chris Schramm said town officials were putting the finishing touches on the grant paperwork.
Continue readingDozens of Students Getting Summer Food Service Program Meals at Knox Schools
Several children have been able to get free meals through the Summer Food Service Program. Most local sites began serving the free meals Monday.
Continue readingIndiana Has Sixth-Lowest Burglary Arrest Rate, According to ASecureLife Crime Data Analysis
If someone were to burgle your home, the chance that a suspect would actually be arrested is relatively low in Indiana.
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