Medaryville’s Halloween celebrations will lead to the closure of a downtown street Tuesday evening. After trick-or-treating wraps up at 7:00, the Medaryville Fire Department will have its annual costume judging for local children.
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Two Arrested After Reportedly Leading Starke, Marshall County Police on Pursuit
Johnson Removed from Winamac Coaching Positions, Athletic Director’s Contract Extended
The Eastern Pulaski School Board has removed Kyle Johnson from his coaching positions. During a two-minute special session Thursday, board members narrowly voted to cancel Johnson’s athletic contracts.
Starke County Council’s Concerns with Coroner Brought to County Commissioners
Salary increases for the Starke County Coroner’s Office were again discussed during Monday’s county commissioners meeting. Coroner Dannie Hoffer has been looking for a raise for himself and possibly his deputies in next year’s budget. While the final decision would be up to the county council, council members weren’t ready to approve the raise until Hoffer worked out a few concerns with the commissioners.
Financial Arrangements for Vehicle Purchases Approved by Hamlet Council
The Town of Hamlet is moving ahead with a few vehicle purchases. Last month, the town council approved the purchase of a 2018 Ford Police Interceptor Explorer Utility from Best Ford in Knox for just under $30,000. On Wednesday, council members passed a resolution formally approving the financing.
Medaryville Council Approves Insurance Switch
The Town of Medaryville will soon have a new insurance provider. During a special session Wednesday, the town council decided to switch to Bliss McKnight, according to Deputy Clerk Jackie Hines.
Eastern Pulaski School Board May Discuss Future of High School Basketball Coach Tonight
Emergency Radio Problems Continue in Starke County
Problems persist with Starke County’s emergency radio system. Several months ago, the Koontz Lake Volunteer Fire Department was having trouble communicating with dispatchers. On Monday, it was the Knox Volunteer Fire Department that was having problems, according to County Commissioner Donnie Binkley. Continue reading
Plans Moving Ahead for Starke Street Upgrades in Hamlet
The Hamlet Town Council is nearly ready to award quotes for over $200,000 in improvements to Starke Street. Plans call for the road to be rebuilt from Plymouth Street north to U.S. 30. The work will include drainage improvements and a new sidewalk along the west side of the road.
Oregon-Davis School Corporation Postpones Community Service Day Leaf Raking
Residents of Oregon and Davis townships have another chance to get some help with leaf raking. The Oregon-Davis School Corporation has moved its Community Service Day to Monday, November 13, due to weather. Continue reading
Starke County U.S. 30 Planning Committee to Hold First Meeting Tonight
Potential upgrades to U.S. 30 will be discussed this evening by a group of local stakeholders. The Indiana Department of Transportation may consider upgrading the highway to freeway standards in the coming decade. Starke County has assembled a group of people who’d be impacted by the change, to come up with some recommendations for INDOT to consider.
LaPorte Construction Chosen to Replace Two Starke County Bridges
The Starke County Commissioners have chosen a contractor to replace two of the county’s bridges, but not before some concerns were raised about the county’s responsible bidding ordinance. LaPorte Construction was selected Monday to replace a bridge on County Road 25 North over Eagle Creek for just over $325,000. The company will also replace the bridge on 800 South over Bogus Run for just under $297,000.
Pulaski Commissioners Approve Annual Court Technology Agreements
Pulaski County has renewed the annual agreements for its court technology, but not without some concerns about the cost. The county’s IT Department is paying nearly $27,000 a year on various agreements with CSI.
Eastern Pulaski School Board Adopts 2018 Budget
Indiana WIC Program Launches Mobile App
Those who receive WIC benefits have a new way to get program information, thanks to a new mobile app.
Starke Commissioners Form Committee to Research Allowing Off-Road Vehicles on County Roads
The Starke County Commissioners are willing to explore the possibility of allowing certain off-road vehicles on county roads. After researching the issue, County Attorney Marty Lucas told the commissioners Monday that they have the authority to authorize their use, but there are some limitations. Continue reading
Pulaski Commissioners Approve Recycling and Transfer Station Building Addition, Trailer Purchase
Upgrades continue at the Pulaski County Recycling and Transfer Station.
Oregon-Davis High School Plans New Course Offerings for 2018-2019 School Year
Oregon-Davis High School students may soon be able to take classes in Industrial Automation and Robotics, Criminal Justice, and Electronic Music. An updated course description guide was presented to the school board last week, according to Superintendent Dr. Don Harman. Continue reading
Unemployment Rates Down in Starke, Pulaski Counties, But Number of People Working Also Declines
Unemployment rates are down in Starke and Pulaski counties, but so is the actual number of people working. According to the latest report from the Indiana Department of Workforce Development, Starke County had an unemployment rate of 4.3 percent in September.
Plymouth and Walkerton Residents Arrested on Drug-Related Charges in Starke County
Three people were arrested on drug-related charges Saturday morning in Starke County. Around 9:30 a.m., police from the Starke and Marshall county sheriff’s offices say they went to the 11,000 block of 400 North for a wanted person.
