An Oregon-Davis teacher is turning her own personal tragedy into a chance to prevent other families from experiencing the loss of a child. The school board began last week’s meeting with a moment of silence, after one of Kindergarten Teacher Kayla Borton’s two-month-old twin boys, Case Michael, passed away from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.
Continue readingPulaski Memorial Hospital Names Next CEO
Pulaski Memorial Hospital will soon be getting a new CEO. Tom Barry is retiring at the end of the year, according to a hospital press release. He’s served as the hospital’s chief executive since 2013.
Continue readingStakeholders Putting Together Wish List for Starke County Opportunity Zone Projects
More housing, new recreational opportunities, and additional medical and childcare facilities are a few of the investments local leaders hope to attract with Starke County’s Opportunity Zone. Much of the area north of Knox and south of U.S. 30 was designated an Opportunity Zone in 2018. The federal program offers tax incentives for investment in low-income communities.
Continue readingKnox Wastewater Superintendent Urges Proper Disposal of Wipes
The City of Knox is urging residents to keep wipes out of their toilets. Wastewater Superintendent Jason Clemons gave the reminder during last week’s board of works meeting.
Continue readingWinamac Park Board to Continue Discussing Proposed ‘Swinging Bridge’ Historical Marker Tonight
A state historical marker for the Winamac Town Park’s “swinging bridge” will continue to be discussed during tonight’s park board meeting. Memorial Swinging Bridge Project organizers have asked the town to consider applying for a state marker. But at a cost of almost $3,000, the park board wanted more information about the historical marker program and what stipulations it may place on the bridge.
Continue readingKnox School Board Approves 2021-2022 COVID-19 Plans
The Knox Community School Corporation is dropping its virtual learning option and possibly the mask requirement for next school year, but most of the other COVID-19 procedures will remain in place. The 2021-2022 COVID reopening plan was approved by the school board Tuesday.
Continue readingWork to Begin on Winamac Habitat for Humanity Home this Saturday
Starke/Pulaski Habitat for Humanity will begin work on its next home this weekend, and it’s looking for volunteers to help. Executive Director Steve Morrison says work on the house at 709 South West Street in Winamac gets underway Saturday morning at 9:00 EDT.
Continue readingKnox Reminds Residents of Fireworks Ordinance
Summer is a time for celebrations, but setting off fireworks on the wrong day in the City of Knox could cost you hundreds of dollars in fines. Fireworks are only allowed June 29 to July 9, plus New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, under the city’s ordinances.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Tightens Restrictions on Fundraisers
The Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation is tightening restrictions on school fundraisers. A policy update was recently finalized by the school board, at the recommendation of Superintendent Dara Chezem.
Continue readingMarkus Miller Sentenced in Pulaski Circuit Court to 34.5 Years in Prison
A man convicted of pointing a gun at police who were trying to serve an arrest warrant has been sentenced to 34-and-a-half years in the Indiana Department of Correction. Markus W. Miller was sentenced last week in Pulaski Circuit Court, according to Prosecutor Kelly Gaumer.
Continue readingNorth Judson’s Splash Pad Now Open
North Judson residents have a new place to cool off. The splash pad at Norwayne Field was formally turned on by town officials Saturday.
Continue readingKnox School Board to Take Input on COVID-19 Plans Tonight
The Knox School Board will take public input on the school corporation’s COVID-19 precautions tonight.
Continue readingBroadband Internet Company Surveying Knox Residents, Businesses for Fiber Service
Frequently Asked Questions
The Basics
The term broadband refers to high-speed internet access. Broadband is different from dial-up internet service for several reasons, including the following:
Broadband service provides a higher-speed of data transmission.
Broadband provides access to the highest quality internet services, such as videoconferencing for telehealth, that require large amounts of data transmission. Ultrafast Full Fibre broadband, Fibre to the home (FTTH), or Fibre to the Premise (FTTP) create an unbroken fibre connection all the way from an exchange directly to a property – making it our fastest, most reliable connection ever with FTTP providers uk. With speeds of up to 1Gbps, it’s ready for anything whether that’s binge watching your favourite box set in UHD, gaming with your mates, or simply connecting lots of devices to the internet at the same time.
Broadband access is constant. It does not block phone lines, and there is no need to reconnect each time you need to use the internet.
Why Broadband is Important
Broadband is important for rural health care providers interested in meaningfully using electronic health records, as many of the capabilities of health IT, such as telehealth and electronic exchange of health care information, require broadband capability.
Accessing Broadband
Broadband providers can be local telephone companies or other providers of Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) and fiber connections, a cable company for cable modem, a wireless or satellite company for wireless broadband, or an electrical utility for Broadband over Power Line (BPL). Who you will need to contact to obtain broadband access will depend on your needs and the technology available in your community.
A broadband internet company continues gauging interest in fiber optic service in the City of Knox. Surf Broadband Solutions has launched an online survey for a “100 percent fiber internet service.”
Continue readingMoving Starke County Forward Summer Walking Challenge Underway
This year’s Moving Starke County Forward summer walking challenge is now underway. Between now and Labor Day, residents have the chance to compete for prizes by seeing who can walk the most.
Continue readingWinamac Town Council Takes Action to Streamline Contract Approval Process
The Winamac Town Council president now has more authority when it comes to signing contracts. During a special meeting Thursday, council members passed a resolution authorizing the president “to execute any and all documents necessary to transact Town business.”
Continue readingAnother COVID-19 Case Reported in Starke County
A few more COVID-19 cases were reported in Starke and Marshall counties Sunday. The Indiana Department of Health says Starke County had one more case, bringing the total to 2,251 since the pandemic began. Marshall County had two more cases, for a new total of 6,185. Pulaski County’s total remains at 1,187.
Continue readingThree More COVID-19 Cases Reported in Marshall County
Three more COVID-19 cases have been reported in Marshall County, according to Saturday’s update from the Indiana Department of Health. Starke and Pulaski counties didn’t have any new cases. The state as a whole reported 448 new cases and 19 additional deaths.
Continue readingGovernor Continues Easing Mask Mandate but They’re Still Required in Some Places
Governor Holcomb is easing some of Indiana’s remaining mask requirements, but a few will remain in place. Starting Tuesday, masks will no longer be required in most state government buildings. But they will still be required at COVID-19 testing and vaccination sites, Indiana prisons, state hospitals, and other congregate facilities owned by the state.
Continue readingMore COVID-19 Cases Reported in Marshall, Starke, Pulaski Counties
Another five COVID-19 cases have been reported in Starke County, according to Friday’s update from the Indiana Department of Health. Marshall and Pulaski counties each had four new cases. The state as a whole reported 571 new cases and 13 more deaths.
Continue readingKnox VFW’s 24-Hour Vigil to Lead Off Memorial Day Events
Those who sacrificed their lives for their country will be honored this weekend with events throughout the local area. The Knox VFW will once again hold its 24-hour vigil, starting at noon Sunday, following an opening ceremony at 11:30.
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