The Culver School Board is expected to consider the reappointment of a member of the Monterey-Tippecanoe Township Public Library Board. Continue reading
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CDC Urges Vaccination as Flu Season Approaches
The arrival of fall also marks the beginning of flu season. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the best way to protect yourself from the disease is to get a flu vaccine each year by the end of October. Continue reading
Hamlet Council Considers Salt Spreader Purchase, Approves Street Paving Payment
The Town of Hamlet is getting ready for winter weather. Water and Street Superintendent Fred Rowe told the town council Wednesday that the town’s salt spreader is getting worn out, after years of use. Continue reading
Melody Drive-In to End 2016 Season with Triple Features
The fall season is officially here, but there’s still one more chance to experience a popular summertime attraction. The Melody Drive-In Theater at Bass Lake will be open tonight for the final time in 2016. Continue reading
Hamlet Park Benefits from Starke Hospital Day of Service, Planned Haunted House
The Hamlet Town Park has gotten some upgrades, thanks to employees at Starke Hospital. As part of the hospital’s annual Day of Service Monday, employees volunteered their time to install two park benches near the new playground equipment, as well as new barbecue grills. Continue reading
West Central School Board Approves 2016-2017 Teacher Contract
The West Central School Board approved the master teacher contract for the 2016-2017 school year, during a brief special session Monday. The agreement calls for a salary range of $33,056 to $56,776. Continue reading
Moving Starke County Forward Releases Final Results of Summer Walking Challenge
Starke County residents logged over 12,000 miles during Moving Starke County Forward’s 2016 summer walking challenge. This year’s event, called “Starke County Walks to the Moon,” ran from Memorial Day to Labor Day. During that time, 135 individuals took part in the challenge, as well as to 15 teams. Continue reading
Pulaski County Public Library Board Appoints Fifth Winamac Park Board Member
The Winamac Park Board now has a fifth member. The Pulaski County Public Library Board appointed Sandy Lucas to the park board Wednesday. Continue reading
Hamlet Presents 2017 Budget During Public Hearing
Hamlet residents got a look Wednesday at the town’s 2017 budget. Clerk-Treasurer Kristina Pitts presented the proposed budget to town council members as well as residents during a public hearing. Continue reading
Pulaski County ABATE Holds Annual Polar Bear Event
A group working to increase the safety of motorcyclists has once again scheduled an event that aims to give local residents a fun way to help support its cause. Continue reading
Francesville, Winamac Receive Main Street Designation
Two towns in Pulaski County have been added to the list of Indiana Main Street Communities. Continue reading
1st Source Bank Warns Customers of ATM Skimming
1st Source Bank has issued a response after skimming devices were found on some of its ATMs. They’re designed to look like a regular card slot, but allow thieves to capture credit or bank card information. Earlier this month, Plymouth Police said they located a skimmer on a 1st Source ATM in the city. Continue reading
IRS to Privatize Some Debt Collection
The Internal Revenue Service will be turning over the collection of certain overdue federal tax debts to private collection agencies. Starting this spring, the IRS will be assigning some accounts that it’s no longer working on itself to four private contractors: CBE Group of Cedar Falls, Iowa; Conserve of Fairport, New York; Performant of Livermore, California; and Pioneer of Horseheads, New York. Continue reading
Ancilla College to Visit Local High Schools, Communities During College GO! Week
Students interested in attending college will have a few chances this week to learn more about Ancilla College. As part of Indiana College GO! Week, Ancilla enrollment counselors will be visiting several schools around the local area. Continue reading
Culver-Union Township Public Library Completes Technology Upgrades
Faster Internet is now available at the Culver-Union Township Public Library. The library has completed its computer infrastructure upgrade project, which involved the replacement of most of the network switches, as well as the firewall. Continue reading
Mobile Health Unit to Provide Information on Breast Cancer, Osteoporosis During October
Starke and LaPorte Hospitals are working to help residents get their recommended breast cancer screenings. Those who need help paying for mammograms may be eligible for help through the hospitals’ voucher program. Continue reading
Sen. Donnelly Touts Passage of CARA in Combating Cost of Overdose Deaths
Opioid overdose deaths continue to take a large toll on the State of Indiana, but U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly says steps are being taken at the federal level to combat the problem. Continue reading
Sen. Donnelly Hopes to Protect Veterans’ Credit from VA Issues
U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly is hoping to protect veterans’ credit scores while making sure they get the proper health care. Continue reading
North Judson Brush Pickup Starts Monday
Fall brush pickup will take place over the next week in North Judson. Continue reading
Kewanna Food Pantry to be Honored During Fall Festival Parade
The Kewanna Fall Festival continues today and tomorrow, with plenty of performances, contests, carnival rides, and food. Continue reading
