Volunteering can go a long way in helping your local community, but volunteers should also think about how they themselves benefit from their efforts. Continue reading
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Updated Configuration Planned for Pulaski County Transfer Station
Those using the Pulaski County Recycling & Transfer Station will soon notice a few changes at the facility. Continue reading
Starke County Community Services Honors Volunteers
Starke County Community Services recognized several local residents and organizations during a volunteer recognition luncheon Thursday.
North Judson Cemetery Cleanup Starts Monday
Cleanup of North Judson’s Highland and Pioneer cemeteries will be taking place over the next week. The town’s asking residents to remove items by Monday, to make sure they won’t be broken. Continue reading
North Judson Council Member Resigns, Special Council Meeting Scheduled
The North Judson Town Council will soon have a new member, following the resignation of Nathan Bradley. Clerk-Treasurer Alicia Collins says Bradley is moving out of town, requiring him to give up his council seat. Continue reading
Bella Vita Touts New Location, Ultrasound Equipment During Annual Fundraising Banquet
Bella Vita Pregnancy Resource Center in Knox is working to step up its efforts. Continue reading
Pulaski County Building Department Gets Used Vehicle from Sheriff’s Department
The Pulaski County Building Department now has its own vehicle, thanks to the County Sheriff’s Department. Continue reading
Winamac Town Park Cleanup Day Tomorrow
Winamac residents are invited to help clean up the Town Park tomorrow. In celebration of Earth Day and Arbor Day, various groups, as well as individuals, will be cleaning the park between 9 a.m. and noon. Lunch will be provided to volunteers. Continue reading
Pulaski Commissioners Approve Salt Shed Repairs, Pickup Truck Purchase for Highway Department
The Pulaski County Commissioners have selected a contractor to repair the highway department’s salt shed. On Monday, they chose Button Construction to do the work, which includes the installation of a metal roof. Continue reading
Oregon-Davis School Board Authorizes Sale of Cafeteria Equipment, Discusses Potential Bus Purchase
The Oregon-Davis School Corporation is looking to sell some unneeded equipment. On Monday, the school board gave permission to sell a warmer from the cafeteria. Continue reading
Gary Man Arrested Near Wanatah on Drug Charges
Suspicious activity in a Wanatah church parking lot led to a Gary man being arrested on drug charges Wednesday morning. A LaPorte County Sheriff’s Deputy spotted two vehicles parked at the Christian Church of Wanatah around 7:45 a.m., with one person outside. Continue reading
LaPorte Gas Station Robbed for Second Time in Eight Days
The Citgo gas station in LaPorte was robbed at gunpoint for the second time in just over a week Tuesday. Police were called to the gas station in the 100 block of East Lincolnway just after 3:00 a.m. Continue reading
Two Injured in LaPorte County Crash
Two people were injured after a crash in LaPorte County Wednesday morning. Deputies from the LaPorte County Sheriff’s Office were called to the intersection of U.S. 20 and Fail Road around 5:45 a.m. Continue reading
Pulaski County Expects Significant Water Savings, Following Jail Plumbing Upgrades
Pulaski County should see some significant savings in its water bill this year, thanks to recent plumbing upgrades at the jail. Choosing between the best types of excavator for a faster and high quality result. Continue reading
Eastern Pulaski School Board Approves More Projects, Holds Off on Paving Work
The Eastern Pulaski School Corporation will likely wait another year to upgrade its parking lots and sidewalks. Continue reading
Oregon-Davis Receives Donation from America’s Farmers Grow Communities
The Oregon-Davis School Corporation has gotten a $2,500 donation, thanks to the Monsanto Fund and a local farmer. Superintendent Don Harman says the corporation was awarded the money as part of Monsanto’s America’s Farmers Grow Communities program. Continue reading
Winamac Considers Trail Extension, Restrooms as Potential Placemaking Projects
The Town of Winamac is considering potential projects to undertake as part of the Love Your Community placemaking program. It offers local communities up to $10,000 in funding from the Community Foundation of Pulaski County. Continue reading
Pulaski County to Demolish Medaryville House with Blight Elimination Grant Funds
Pulaski County is getting its blight elimination efforts back up and running. Building Inspector Doug Hoover told the county commissioners Monday that grant funding is available from the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority to buy and tear down blighted buildings. Continue reading
Winamac Council, Park Board Consider Pool Funding Options
Winamac Park Board members got several of their questions about the swimming pool rebuilding project answered Monday. They met with the town council for a joint work session. Continue reading
Keep Safe This Prom Season
As prom season approaches, the LaPorte County Sheriff’s Office is offering some safety tips. Continue reading
