Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating, after a body was discovered in Lake Michigan Tuesday afternoon. Officers say the Coast Guard recovered the body of an unidentified male just offshore from the Michigan City Lighthouse around 4:30 p.m.
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More COVID-19 cases have been reported locally. Marshall County had four new cases, while Starke County had three, according to Tuesday’s update from the Indiana Department of Health.
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A Bass Lake Beach and Campground inventory report will be presented to the Starke County Park Board tonight. The park board took direct control of the property earlier this year, following the death of lessee Richard Callahan. But figuring out who actually owns various pieces of equipment at the property and who’s entitled to a sizeable chunk of the campground revenues has proven to be a challenge.
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The westbound lanes of U.S. 30 in eastern Marshall County are expected to reopen in the coming days, but then the eastbound lanes will close. Crews are making emergency repairs, replacing a pipe across the highway east of State Road 331.
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The Culver Town Council will get updates on the Visitor Center and the state’s new READI grant tonight. Council members will also consider a policy allowing them to attend meetings electronically, along with a policy outlining what may be displayed on Culver’s electronic sign.
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Two Gary men were arrested, after LaPorte County Police say they seized three pistols during a traffic stop, one of which had been reported stolen. Sheriff’s deputies say it happened Friday morning in the 4000 block of West U.S. 20.
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Just a few new COVID-19 cases were reported over the weekend. Pulaski County had two, and Marshall County had one, according to Monday’s update from the Indiana Department of Health. No new COVID-19 deaths were reported in Indiana over the weekend.
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A possible tax abatement for the Mammoth Solar project will continue to be discussed by the Pulaski County Council tonight. A tax break could actually increase the overall amount of money coming into the county. If the developer were to agree to an economic development payment in exchange for lower – or no – taxes, it wouldn’t be subject to the property tax cap. A set of more general tax abatement guidelines will also be discussed tonight.
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The Starke County Fair continues today. The 4-H Club parade is scheduled for 6:00 p.m., followed by the opening ceremonies at 6:15 p.m.
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The Food Finders Food Bank Mobile Pantry will visit Star City today (July 12). A drive-through distribution will be held at the Star City United Methodist Church at 2347 East Main Street, starting at 11:00 a.m. EDT.
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Indiana’s state health commissioner says she’s disappointed by the state’s COVID-19 vaccination rate. Less than half of all eligible Hoosiers are fully vaccinated, with local rates even lower.
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A property donation could mean a popup space for a new industry and extra storage for the City of Knox. During a special meeting Tuesday, the city council voted to accept the gift of the Sabre property on State Road 8, at the recommendation of Mayor Dennis Estok.
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Drivers on U.S. 421 may encounter some delays north of LaCrosse for the next couple weeks. Starting Monday, NIPSCO will be using the southbound lane to replace transmission poles and straighten utility lines between LaPorte County Roads 1800 and 1850 South.
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West Central Middle/High School has a new assistant principal. Michelle Miller was hired for the position, according to draft minutes from Thursday’s school board meeting. Miller replaces Angie Radtke, who was promoted to principal last month.
Continue readingCOVID-19 outbreaks have hit four Indiana long-term care facilities. They’re located in Fulton, Howard, Allen, and Gibson counties, according to State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box.
Continue readingCOVID-19 cases remain low in the local area, but state health officials are keeping an eye on slight upticks in Indiana’s positivity rate and hospitalizations. Marshall County had two new cases in Friday’s report from the Indiana Department of Health, while Pulaski County had one.
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The North Judson-San Pierre School Board has a new member. Cameron Stalbaum took the oath of office during the board’s annual reorganization Thursday, according to Superintendent Dr. Annette Zupin.
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Those attending the Northern Indiana Power from the Past show next week will be able to get a COVID-19 vaccine. The Indiana Department of Health mobile vaccination unit will be at the Winamac Town Park July 15 and 16 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Knox residents will have a new trash and recycling company starting next month. During a special meeting Tuesday, the city council awarded the bid for solid waste and recycling to Republic Services.
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Any business that applied for Pulaski County’s latest round of COVID-19 relief is likely to get the full $10,000.
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