Marshall County Right to Life will have its annual banquet next week in Plymouth. Continue reading
Indiana Right to Life President to Headline Marshall County RTL Banquet
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Hoosiers Urged to Protect Themselves from Ticks this Spring
The Indiana State Department of Health is urging residents to protect themselves against ticks before heading outdoors this spring. Health officials say the small, insect-like creatures are found in grassy and wooded areas throughout the state. They can carry a variety of infectious diseases like Lyme disease. Continue reading
Winamac Considers Funding Options for Pool Project
The Town of Winamac is finalizing the funding arrangements for its share of the town’s community pool project. The town has already agreed to contribute $150,000. On Monday, Clerk-Treasurer Melanie Berger discussed the source of that funding with the town council.
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Tippecanoe River Mussels Focus of New Exhibit
A new exhibit at the Pulaski County Public Library will give residents the chance to learn more about the Tippecanoe River and some of its wildlife. The “Heart of the Tippy” exhibit created by Purdue University scientists focuses on the freshwater mussel species that live in the river. Continue reading
North Judson Democrats to Choose New Town Council Member
The Democratic Party will caucus later this month to replace a member of the North Judson Town Council. Justin Davis is resigning from his seat on the council, which he’s held since 2013. Continue reading
Voter Training Sessions Continue in Pulaski County
Pulaski County voters have a few more opportunities to learn about the county’s new polling procedures before the May 3rd primary election. Continue reading
Dispatchers Recognized during Public Safety Telecommunications Week
Emergency dispatchers are getting some recognition this week. Governor Mike Pence has officially declared this week Public Safety Telecommunications Week. Continue reading
Real Estate Taxes Due May 10
Starke County real estate taxes are due Tuesday, May 10. Payments can be dropped off at the County Treasurer’s Office in Knox or at one of six local banks. Continue reading
Purdue Agricultural Research Now Available in Mobile Format
Farmers now have access to some of the latest agricultural research, from the convenience of their smartphones. Purdue Extension is releasing a series of articles focusing on soil and water in a mobile-friendly format. Continue reading
North Judson Brush Pickup Starts Monday
The Town of North Judson will be doing some spring cleaning during the month of April. Brush pickup starts Monday and continues during the course of the next week. Continue reading
Culver Schools Win Spirit Contest, Receive Marketing Materials
The Culver Community Schools Corporation’s marketing efforts have received a boost. The corporation has won some free marketing materials after taking first place in a contest run by VIP Branding. Continue reading
Applications Still Available for Starke County Relay for Life Pageant
Contestants are being sought for the Fourth Annual Starke County Relay for Life Pageant. Once again, the event is being organized by DeMotte State Bank’s Relay for Life team. Continue reading
Halleck Winners to be Honored During Banquet
Tickets are now available for the 2016 Pulaski County Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting and Halleck Award Banquet, for this using services like banquet tablecloths which are great for decoration of these events. This year, the H.J. Halleck Award will be presented to Chuck and Darlene Mellon of Francesville. Continue reading
Applications Now Available for Specialty Crop Block Grants
Grants are available to help fund projects that encourage the production of specialty crops. The Indiana State Department of Agriculture is now accepting grant proposals for the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program. Continue reading
IRS Offers Cash Payment Option at 7-Eleven Stores
The Internal Revenue Service is now offering taxpayers the option to pay in cash at 7-Eleven locations. The IRS says it’s partnering with ACI Worldwide’s OfficialPayments.com and the PayNearMe Company to provide the service. It lets people make payments without the need of a bank account or credit card at over 7,000 7-Eleven stores nationwide, including locations in South Bend, Mishawaka, and Griffith. Continue reading
North Judson Formally Submits Grant Application for Water Tower Project
The Town of North Judson continues to move forward with its efforts to obtain grant funding for its water tower rehabilitation project. Clerk-treasurer Alicia Collins says the grant application has been submitted, and now the town is waiting for official approval. Continue reading
Transportation Plans Finalized as Culver Intercession Begins
Students at Culver Community Schools who are struggling with certain classes are getting help this week. The spring intercession period is now underway at many schools in the area, including Culver Community Schools. Continue reading
NIPSCO Reports Increase in Phone Scams
NIPSCO is warning customers of a spike in reports of telephone scams. The company says it’s heard from a number of customers who say they’ve gotten suspicious calls from people claiming to be NIPSCO employees. The callers demand immediate payment or threaten that the customers’ service will be disconnected. Continue reading
Funding Efforts Moving Ahead for North Judson Community Center
Efforts continue to move forward to obtain grant funding for a new North Judson-Wayne Township community center. An update on the project was given during Monday’s North Judson Town Council meeting. Continue reading
Appraisals Taking Place for Monterey School Building
The former Monterey School Building is in the process of being appraised, ahead of a planned sale of the property. Culver Schools Interim Superintendent Chuck Kitchell told the school board Monday that one appraisal was completed a couple of weeks ago and another was scheduled for Tuesday of this week. Kitchell promised to share the results with school board members, once they are available. Continue reading
