A Marshall County narcotics investigation led to the arrest of a Culver woman Tuesday night. Officers with the Marshall County Police Department and the Marshall County Drug Task Force executed a search warrant around 11:40 p.m., at a home in the 16,000 block of 15B Road. Police say they found methamphetamine and paraphernalia in the home.
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Pulaski Council Tables Funding Request, After Members Unsure if They Had Already Approved It
Confusion remains over funding for a new van for Pulaski County Human Services. On Monday, the county council tabled an additional appropriation request of $6,894, after council members were not sure if they had already approved it. That, along with a $200 private donation, would cover the local share of the purchase price, while 80 percent would be covered by grant funds.
Eastern Pulaski School Board Updates Background Check, Child Abuse Reporting Policies
Keeping students safe is the goal of a couple policies finalized by the Eastern Pulaski School Board Monday. Superintendent Dan Foster says state law now requires all school employees to have a criminal history check, not just new hires. Continue reading
Farmers Expecting Lower Corn Production, Following Spring Weather Challenges
Starke County CASA Training Class to Start Later this Month
Mill Pond Festival Returns this Month
The 31st Annual Mill Pond Festival is coming up later this month in Union Mills. The event gets underway Friday, August 25 at 6:00 p.m. with a golf cart rally. Festivities continue Saturday, August 26 with the Mill Pond Festival Parade at 10:00 a.m., followed by an opening ceremony at 10:30. A fireworks display will take place Saturday night at 8:30.
Pulaski County Justice Center Door System in Need of Replacement
The computer system that controls the doors at the Pulaski County Justice Center will soon have to be replaced.
Railroad Township Board Approves 2018 Salaries
Railroad Township officials will keep the same salaries for another year. A 2018 salary resolution was approved last week by the township board.
Summer Projects Almost Done at Eastern Pulaski Schools
The Eastern Pulaski School Corporation is wrapping up its summer projects. Continue reading
Yellowstone Trail Fest This Weekend
Hamlet’s annual celebration of classic transportation returns this weekend. The Yellowstone Trail Fest takes place Saturday and Sunday at the Starke County Fairgrounds.
Volunteers Needed for Knox Haunted Trail
The Knox Park Board is planning a haunted trail this fall, and they’re looking for some volunteers to help out. Individuals or groups interested in planning or running the event are invited to a meeting tomorrow evening at 6:00 at Knox City Hall.
Pulaski County Council Considers Additional Appropriations for Court-Appointed Attorney Costs
The cost of providing court-appointed personal injury lawyers is adding up for Pulaski County. The county council Monday approved an additional appropriation of $15,000 for Pauper Council in Superior Court and $30,000 for Pauper Counsel in Circuit Court. But before those appropriations were even finalized, council members got requests for even more money.
Railroad Township Board Approves $60,000 Additional Appropriation for Legal Fees
The battle over fire protection in Railroad Township has led to some significant legal costs. Last week, the township board approved an additional appropriation of $60,000 to cover attorney’s fees.
Oregon-Davis Students Get Visit from Knox, Starke County K-9 Units
Oregon-Davis students had the chance to learn how police dogs keep residents safe.
Caucus Scheduled for Pulaski County Commissioner Vacancy
A new Pulaski County commissioner will be selected by the end of the month. A Republican Party caucus will be held Tuesday, August 29 at 5:00 p.m. at the Pulaski County Public Library in Winamac.
Pulaski County Council to Consider Additional Appropriations for Circuit, Superior Courts
Budget shortfalls in Pulaski County’s court system will be addressed during tonight’s county council meeting.
Arens Field Buildings to be Added to Pulaski County Property Insurance Policy
Pulaski County is hoping to clean up the property insurance policies for various buildings at Arens Field. Last week, the county commissioners decided to add hangars and other buildings to the county’s insurance policy. In return, the airport plans to reimburse the county, by passing the insurance costs on to users.
Pulaski County Commissioners Appoint Members to Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan Committee
Pulaski County is taking steps to reduce the impact of future disasters. Earlier this year, Emergency Management Agency Director Sheri Gaillard was informed that it’s time for the county to update its multi-hazard mitigation plan. To do that, a committee is being put together, with representatives from each incorporated town within the county, as well as several county agencies.
Starke County Park Board Considers Crowdgranting for Yellow River Access Site
The proposed Yellow River access site at Range Road has missed the boat for a Place Based Investment grant. Now, the Starke County Park Board may turn to crowdgranting, to keep the project alive.
Knox Police Department Turns to Crowdfunding for Taser Upgrades
The Knox Police Department is looking to buy new tasers, and they’re asking for the public’s help in paying for them. A GoFundMe page has been launched, with the goal of raising $6,000.
