The Knox Community School Corporation expects to save almost $45,000 over the next five years by adjusting its copier contract.
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Another COVID-19 Death Reported in Marshall County
Another Marshall County resident has died while positive for COVID-19. The death occurred on May 6, according to Friday’s report from the Indiana Department of Health. That brings the total number of COVID-19 deaths in Marshall County up to 112.
Continue readingKnox School Board, Board of Works Approve Raised Crosswalk for Culver Road
Motorists who use Culver Road in Knox will soon have to slow down for a raised crosswalk. The school board last week agreed to add the safety feature to the ongoing building project, at the recommendation of Superintendent Dr. William Reichhart.
Continue readingLt. Gov. Expects New Regional Development Initiative to Set Indiana Apart from Other States
Indiana’s lieutenant governor expects a big impact from the state’s new regional development initiative. Suzanne Crouch says the Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI) will provide up to $50 million each, to up to 10 regions.
Continue readingWest Central School Board Finalizes Policy Update for Religious Pullout Program
The West Central School Board recently took the final step needed to let students leave campus for religious education.
Continue readingSidewalk Art Installation Taking Shape in North Judson
Those driving through North Judson today will notice an art project taking shape along State Road 10. Local students are painting the sidewalk in front of Norwayne Field.
Continue readingTown Park Cleanup Volunteers, Organizers Recognized by Winamac Park Board
Last month’s Winamac Town Park cleanup day has made a visible impact, according to Park Board President Chris Schramm. “There was a pile of stuff on the west side there by the courts, and that’s all picked up,” he commented during last week’s meeting.
Continue readingHamlet Council Voices Support for Starke County’s Efforts to Develop SYSCO Site
Starke County’s efforts to develop the SYSCO property are getting the support of the Hamlet Town Council. County Council President Dave Pearman told the town council Wednesday that the county is negotiating with SYSCO with the hope of seeing something “beneficial” happen with the property.
Continue readingPulaski Council Wants Firmer Cost Estimates for Maintenance Restructuring Plan
The Pulaski County Commissioners named a new maintenance director and head custodian last week, but their actual employment remains up in the air, as the county council wants firmer cost estimates for the department’s restructuring plan.
Continue readingKnox Gateway, Inc. Looking to Renovate Historic Bridge in Wythogan Park
The historic bridge in Wythogan Park could soon be getting a facelift. Starke County Bridge No. 39, a Warren Pony Truss bridge dating back to 1915, was moved to the park entrance in 1992, from its previous location at County Road 1100 East at the Yellow River. But little has been done to it since then.
Continue readingWork on Francesville Mural to Start Today
Work on Francesville’s new public art installation gets underway today. A mural is being painted on the side of the Neihouser Building 118 West Montgomery Street, according to the Tippecanoe Arts Federation. Brooklyn-based muralist Jenna Morello will work on the mural over the next week.
Continue readingStarke County Park Board Works to Reassure Bass Lake Campers but Won’t Rule Out Future Rent Increase
The Starke County Park Board continued to reassure Bass Lake Beach and Campground users Tuesday that operations will stay the same for this year. But members won’t rule out a campsite rent increase in the future. The board approved a contract with Larry Clarich, allowing him to continue to manage the county-owned park facility as an independent contractor.
Continue readingEfforts Underway to Improve Community Health amid Drops in Annual County Rankings
Starke and Pulaski counties’ health rankings took a bit of a hit in 2021, after years of modest improvements. The 2021 County Health Rankings were released earlier this spring by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin’s Population Health Institute.
Continue readingWork Underway on Winamac Splash Pad
Work is underway on Winamac’s new splash pad. Town Manager Brad Zellers told the town council Monday that the permit has been received. “It’s moving forward,” he said. “If I’m not mistaken, it looked like most of the features are there today that’ll be in the splash pad. . . . So it’s exciting.”
Continue readingHoosiers Getting Unemployment Will Once Again Have to Prove They’re Looking for Work
Hoosiers getting unemployment benefits will once again have to prove that they’re looking for work. Starting June 1, the Indiana Department of Workforce Development will resume requiring weekly work search reports, according to the Governor’s Office.
Continue readingPulaski County Auditor Speaks Out Against Justice Center Bond
As Pulaski County solicits bids for its Justice Center project, some county officials are voicing their opposition. Auditor Laura Wheeler told the county council Monday that she wants no part of the project and asked to be taken off the bond ordinance.
Continue readingStarke Park Board to Continue Making Arrangements for Bass Lake Beach Operations Tonight
The Starke County Park Board will continue making arrangements tonight for the operation of the Bass Lake Beach and Campground. Last month, board members voted to terminate the county’s contract with Callahan Development, LLC and take direct control. Larry Clarich would continue as the facility’s manager, as an independent contractor.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski to Drop Virtual Learning Option Next School Year
The Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation will not be offering students a virtual learning option next school year. An updated continuous learning plan was approved by the school board Monday, at the recommendation of Superintendent Dara Chezem.
Continue readingNorth Judson-San Pierre School Board Takes Steps to Let Students Take Digital Devices Home
The North Judson-San Pierre School Corporation will officially let students take their digital devices home next year. The school board recently authorized school officials to proceed with an updated lease agreement with Apple.
Continue readingKnox Schools to Consider Letting Quarantined Students Attend Graduation
Knox High School seniors who are supposed to be in COVID-19 quarantine could still be allowed to attend graduation. Superintendent Dr. William Reichhart told the school board last week that he’s trying to come up with ways to make sure students don’t have to miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime event.
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