Taxpayers who still need to file their 2016 tax returns can still get some help, according to the Internal Revenue Service. October 16 is the filing deadline for many of those granted an extension on their tax returns. The IRS says those individuals can still take advantage of several programs.
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Mammogram Vouchers Available During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is right around the corner, and the Healthcare Foundation of LaPorte is reminding local residents they may be eligible for a free mammogram. Vouchers are available to low-income, uninsured, or under-insured women age 40 and older, as well as those of any age who have a high risk for breast cancer.
Hamlet Presents 2018 Budget During Public Hearing
Hamlet residents had the chance to weigh in on the town’s 2018 budget Wednesday. No major concerns were raised during the annual budget hearing, according to Clerk-Treasurer Kristina Pitts.
Building Inspector Updates Pulaski County Commissioners on Medaryville Home Projects
A dilapidated Medaryville home is finally set to be torn down this week.
Pulaski County May Join with White County to Offer Household Hazardous Waste Days
Pulaski County officials are considering ways to continue offering Household Hazardous Waste Days. Last month, Recycling & Transfer Station Manager Brad Bonnell said he was thinking about discontinuing the annual event. That was due to the fact that the Northwest Indiana Solid Waste District will no longer offer extra tire pickup as part its Hazardous Waste Days.
Lord Retiring from Knox Middle School
Knox Middle School is saying goodbye to a longtime staff member. Student Service Secretary Sindi Lord is retiring at the end of next week.
Pulaski County Community Development Commission to Review 2010 Economic Development Plan
Making sure Pulaski County’s economic development goals continue to meet the needs of the community as a whole is a current focus for the Community Development Commission.
Knox Math Teachers Get Training to Help Prepare Students for ISTEP
115 Loaves of Bread Donated to Oregon-Davis Art Department
The Oregon-Davis School Board accepted a rather unusual donation Monday.
Community Crossings Grant Recipients Announced
Local communities are learning how much money they’ll get for street projects, as part of the second round of Community Crossings grants.
Oregon-Davis Administrators Review ISTEP Scores with School Board
No Major Changes Expected to Knox Schools Budget
State Police to Target Commercial Vehicle Drivers in Seatbelt Enforcement Blitz Next Week
Pulaski County Commissioners Renew Contract with County Attorney Kevin Tankersley
Oregon-Davis Still Finalizing Numbers, Following Friday’s Enrollment Count
The Oregon-Davis School Corporation is reporting a preliminary fall enrollment of 553 students, following Friday’s official count.
Knox School Board Reviews eLearning Practice Day
The Knox Community School Corporation is reporting good results from its recent eLearning practice. The system is designed to let students work on assignments from home, when school is closed due to weather. Knox schools tested it earlier this month, and then followed up by sending a survey to parents, teachers, and students.
Tippy’s Expansion Plans May Get Financial Support from Pulaski County Revolving Loan Fund
A Winamac restaurant is eyeing a larger space, and it’s asking Pulaski County to help finance the move. Tippy’s is planning to move about a block west to 123 North Market Street. The business plans to buy the space that formerly housed a dime store and more recently H & R Block.
Unemployment Up from Previous Month But Down from Last Year in Starke, Pulaski Counties
Local unemployment rates are up from the previous month, but still better than the same period a year ago. Starke County’s unemployment rate rose to 4.6 percent in August from 4.1 percent in July, according to the Indiana Department of Workforce Development. The change was similar in Pulaski County, where the August rate was four percent, compared to 3.4 percent the previous month.
Knox School Board Approves Purchase of Maintenance/Band Truck
The Knox High School Band will soon have a new truck to pull its equipment trailer. On Monday, the school board approved the purchase of a new 2017 Chevrolet Silverado from Cambe Chevrolet of Knox.
Three-County Chase on U.S. 30 Ends with Arrest of Carmel Man
A Carmel man was arrested Thursday, after he allegedly led police on a chase through three counties on U.S. 30. Police say it began around 1:45 p.m. in Marshall County, when a patrolman tried to pull over a car near Tulip Road.
