It’s almost time to spring forward for the year. Daylight Saving Time officially begins Sunday at 2 a.m., so be sure to set your clocks forward by an hour before you go to bed tomorrow night. Continue reading
The Starke County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing on a proposed responsible bidder ordinance during their March 20th meeting. The measure is also slated for adoption that night.
Such policies set clear and objective criteria contractors must meet in order to be eligible to bid on public works construction projects. Continue reading
U.S. Sen. Joe Donnelly says he can’t support the Republican alternative to the Affordable Care Act in its current form. He’s not opposed to improvements aimed at making health insurance more affordable but says he’s not going to vote for anything that takes healthcare away from those struggling with conditions like diabetes or heart disease who have finally gotten coverage. Continue reading
Pulaski County residents still have time to register for next week’s Economic Development Summit. Indiana State Department of Agriculture Director of Policy and Regulatory Affairs Jeff Cummins will be the keynote speaker. The summit is Tuesday, March 14 at 6:30 p.m. EDT at the Medaryville Christian Church annex. Continue reading
The cause of Saturday’s fire that destroyed a downtown Winamac building and heavily damaged two other structures is officially undetermined. Fire Chief Brian Guzman contacted investigator from the Indiana State Fire Marshal’s Office to look into the cause and origin of the blaze. Continue reading
A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date for the Knox man who was murdered Friday night at a rural North Judson residence. O’Donnell Funeral Home in North Judson is in charge of arrangements for 35-year-old Cord Colgrove. Continue reading
The LaPorte County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in locating a man considered to be armed and dangerous. They say 46-year-old David Lane forced his way into his estranged wife’s residence in the 4800 East block of County Road 200 North Monday night, threatened her with a firearm, battered her and threatened to harm himself and to commit “suicide by cop.” Continue reading
Starke County had no snow events in February. Highway Superintendent Rik Ritzler says the little bit of snow that fell recently didn’t linger long enough to send plows out. He told the commissioners Monday that translates into big savings for the fuel budget. The Starke County Highway Department used about 6,000 gallons of diesel fuel last month, compared to 12,000 in February of 2016 and 14,000 the previous year. Continue reading
Ancilla College students who complete a two-year business degree have an opportunity to continue their education in a nationally recognized program. Continue reading
Low income wage earners in Pulaski County can make appointments for free income tax filing. Continue reading
The Arkansas man accused of fatally shooting a Knox man Friday night at a rural North Judson home remains jailed without bond. Edward Blackburn entered a plea of not guilty during his initial hearing this morning in Starke Circuit Court in connection with Cord Colgrove’s death. He advised Judge Kim Hall his family intends to hire an attorney to represent him. Continue reading
The number of structurally deficient bridges in Starke County is dwindling. Highway Superintendent Rik Ritzler told the county commissioners last night five of the seven bridges are scheduled for repair and completion this year. Continue reading
Time is running out for prospective college students to fill out their financial aid forms if they hope to qualify for aid from the state. Continue reading
The Pulaski County Democratic Party recently elected new leadership. Continue reading
March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month, and the Hoosier Lottery encourages players to be responsible in their wagering.
There are different places like Roseslots where you can play safely without any risk and also have the chance to gamble and win a lot of money.
Continue readingThe cause and origin of a weekend fire that destroyed a downtown Winamac building remain under investigation. Continue reading
The Starke County Commissioners will consider adoption of a responsible bidder ordinance on first reading when they meet tonight. Such policies set clear and objective criteria contractors must meet in order to be eligible to bid on public works construction projects. Continue reading
Motorists traveling north on U.S. 421 through LaPorte County will need to find a new route for the next few months. The Indiana Department of Transportation is replacing the entire bridge deck over the Bailey Road railroad tracks in Wanatah, just south of U.S. 30. Continue reading
Kankakee Valley radio and tv broadcasting is teaming up with Elite Travel for another exciting chartered bus trip. This time the destination is the nation’s capitol. The bus will leave on June 4th and return on the 8th. Continue reading
A mentor to many generations of Knox residents will be laid to rest today. WKVI’s Ted Hayes shares his thoughts on the passing of Jim Hamblin.
Hamblin’s funeral is today at 1:30 p.m. at M.C. Smith Funeral Home in Knox, with visitation there from 12:30 p.m. until the time of the service. Memorial contributions may be given to the Hamblin Scholarship Fund at the Starke County Community Foundation.
