Pulaski EMS Looking to Adjust Transfer Policy, Pay for Paramedic Training

A high turnover rate among Pulaski County Emergency Medical Services staff is prompting EMS Director Brandon DeLorenzo to consider some policy changes. He told the county commissioners Monday that while the county may not be able to keep up with neighboring services’ pay rates, it may be able to make the job a little easier during the overnight hours.

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Pulaski Commissioners to Consider IT Agreement, Hazardous Materials Response Plan

Pulaski County Commissioners: Mike McClure, Jerry Locke, Kenny Becker

The Pulaski County Commissioners will consider an agreement for IT services this morning. A managed service agreement with Roeing IT Solutions will be up for their approval. The commissioners will also be asked to approve the 2020 hazardous materials response plan from the local emergency planning committee.

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Oregon-Davis School Board to Adopt 2021 Budget Tonight

Oregon-Davis School Board

The Oregon-Davis School Corporation’s 2021 budget will be up for adoption during tonight’s school board meeting. The proposed budget totals just over $9.1 million. The Education Fund would be almost $3.6 million, while the Operations Fund would be more than $3.1 million. Almost $920,000 would be budgeted out of the school corporation’s referendum revenues.

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National Weather Service Issues Fire Weather Watch for Saturday

The National Weather Service is asking residents to hold off on outdoor burning. Forecasters expect an elevated risk for fire danger starting Friday afternoon, and a Fire Weather Watch will be in effect for the local area from Saturday morning through Saturday evening. Low humidity and breezy conditions could allow grass and field fires to spread quickly.

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North Judson Preparing Splash Pad for Grand Opening in Spring

North Judson is making some final adjustments to its splash pad. James Young told the rest of the town council last week that the new feature at Norwayne Field was being winterized, after it had been open for a brief preview period. Utility crews were working to replace two sections of pipe to eliminate some fittings, after it was discovered that were causing a minor leak.

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Steam Locomotive To Be on Display in North Judson Saturday

The centerpiece of the Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum’s collection will make a rare public appearance tomorrow. Chesapeake & Ohio steam locomotive 2789 will be on display at the Erie Trail Rest Park on State Road 10, according to the museum’s website. It’s meant to coincide with the Erie Trail Travelers’ Chili Ride and Starke County Tourism’s Bloomers Run.

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