The Town of Winamac continues to accept donations for this year’s Independence Day fireworks. Continue reading
All posts by Michael Gallenberger
Winamac Town Council and Park Board to Discuss Pool, Park Projects During Joint Work Session
The future of Winamac’s park facilities will be discussed tonight when the town council and park board meet for a joint work session. It’s the first formal meeting between the two groups since the town council established the park board nearly a year ago. Continue reading
Eastern Pulaski School Board Accepts PACE Grant, Historical Items
Eastern Pulaski Elementary School has gotten nearly $20,000 for literacy programs. Superintendent Dan Foster says the grant from the Pulaski Alliance for Community Education will mainly be used to help with programs for first- and second-graders. Continue reading
Winamac Plans Downtown Parking Reconfiguration to Maximize Sidewalk, Outdoor Dining Space
The Town of Winamac is looking to make better use of space in the downtown area. Town Manager Brad Zellers is considering ways to allow restaurants like One Eyed Jacks and Tippy’s to continue to offer outdoor dining, while making sure the sidewalks are accessible to people with disabilities. Continue reading
Knox Seeks Craft Vendors for Independence Day Festivities
Plans are coming together for this year’s Knox Independence Day celebration. The event will take place Saturday, July 1, starting with a parade down Main Street and ending with a fireworks display in Wythogan Park. Continue reading
Pulaski County Council Approves Funding for Paving Project, Additional Court Expenses
The Pulaski County Highway Department is looking to pave some streets in the Star City and Pulaski areas. Continue reading
Beavers Removed from Starke County Forest to Solve Drainage Issues
Beavers have been removed from the Starke County Forest, in an attempt to improve drainage in the area. Starke County Park Board President Debbie Mix says the removal is complete, and the board approved the bill for the work Tuesday. Continue reading
Eastern Pulaski School Board Approves Facility Use Agreement with Town of Winamac
The Eastern Pulaski School Board has signed on to an agreement formalizing the school corporation’s use of Winamac’s park facilities. Continue reading
Starke County Park Board Working to Schedule Bass Lake Beach Inspection
The Starke County Park Board is finalizing arrangements for an independent inspection of the Bass Lake Beach. Continue reading
Knox Council Approves 2017 Street Paving List
The City of Knox plans to spend at least $75,000 on street paving this year. On Tuesday, the city council approved a list of paving projects proposed by Street Superintendent Jeff Borg. Continue reading
Peak Community Services Touts Expansion, Requests More Money from Pulaski County
A nonprofit organization helping people with developmental disabilities wants additional funding from Pulaski County. Peak Community Services operates group homes and day programs in Winamac and Logansport. Continue reading
Winamac High School to Offer Physical Education, Economics During Summer School
The Eastern Pulaski School Board has approved the list of summer school courses to be offered at Winamac High School. Superintendent Dan Foster says physical education and economics classes will be offered this year. Continue reading
Community Foundation of Pulaski County Unveils ‘Love Your Community’ Grant Program
Pulaski County communities have the chance to boost their placemaking efforts this year, thanks to the Community Foundation of Pulaski County. Continue reading
Carrying Our Community’s Cross Returns to Starke County Tomorrow
An Easter weekend event seeks to raise awareness of the positive resources available to Starke County residents. Continue reading
Knox Council Plans Bond Issue for Community Center Upgrades
The Knox City Council got some more information Tuesday about how to pay for upgrades to the Nancy J. Dembowski Community Center. Continue reading
Hamlet Council Plans Additional Drainage Improvements During Intersection Paving Project
The intersection of Starke and Plymouth streets in Hamlet is expected to close for repairs Monday. While it’s under construction, the Town of Hamlet has decided to make some additional improvements beyond the scope of what was originally planned. Continue reading
Pulaski Highway Department Asked to Reimburse County General Fund for Maintenance Services
Pulaski County is taking another look at how some of its maintenance workers are getting paid. Continue reading
Winamac High School Requests Changes to Grade Point Scale
Winamac Community High School is looking to change its grade point scale. Continue reading
Starke County Park Board Now Eligible for DNR Grants, Plans Signage for County Forest
The Starke County Park Board can now apply for grant funding from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Park Board President Debbie Mix has received notification that the DNR has accepted the board’s five-year plan. That means Starke County is now eligible for grants from the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Continue reading
Knox Council Approves Required Budget Reductions
The Knox City Council has approved some budget reductions to compensate for the circuit breaker credit. Continue reading
