A North Judson woman is in jail after officers from the Starke County Major Crimes Unit conducted a drug investigation at a rural residence Thursday afternoon. Continue reading
North Judson Meth Bust Results in One Arrest
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Starke County Major Crimes Makes Three Arrests at Meth Lab
Officers from the Starke County Major Crimes Unit served two warrants and made three meth-related arrests Thursday morning at a North Judson residence. Continue reading
North Judson Police Hiring Part-Time, Reserve Officers
The North Judson Police Department is hiring part-time and reserve officers. Applicants must be at least 21 with a valid driver’s license and have at least a high school diploma or GED. They must also be able to pass a drug screening and criminal background check and be permitted to carry a handgun through the State of Indiana. Continue reading
Christmas Celebrations Planned in North Judson, Knox
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Starke County, with several holiday happenings scheduled this weekend. Festivities get underway tonight in North Judson with the lighting of the town’s Christmas Tree at Norwayne Field. Santa will be on hand for the 6 p.m. community celebration. Children can visit with him at the top of the hill by the fireplace, and cookies and cocoa will also be served. Continue reading
NIPSCO Offers Winter Heat Safety Tips
NIPSCO reminds customers of the importance of maintaining a safe home heating system as temperatures drop and winter sets in. For starters, conduct an annual furnace inspection to make sure it is working efficiently and to protect residents from safety concerns like carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. Continue reading
Senator Helps Knox Veteran Obtain Service Medals
A Knox man who served in the U.S. Navy during the Cuban Missile Crisis finally has the service medals he earned more than half a century ago. Continue reading
Starke County F.A.R.M. Nominated for Award
The Starke County Sheriff’s Office is in the running for an award from the Indiana Department of Correction for an innovative new program. The inaugural jail garden, known as the Starke County F.A.R.M. is nominated for a People’s Choice Award from the Cultivating Community Gardens with the I.D.O.C. program. Continue reading
Culver Middle School Kicks Off Food Drive
A local school is hosting a food drive to help families in need during the holiday season. The Culver Community Middle School Student Council-led effort gets underway today and continues through Dec. 15th. Continue reading
Congress Passes Walorski Disabled Veterans Bill
Disabled veterans will have access to safe and reliable mobility equipment, thanks to a bill sponsored by U.S. Rep. Jackie Walorski that is on its way the president’s desk. She says it updates the VA’s outdated polices and sets comprehensive standards for the mobility equipment veterans depend on in their daily lives. Continue reading
Starke County Community Foundation Reports Generous #GivingTuesday
The Starke County Community Foundation hosted a profitable 20th anniversary open house at its new location in conjunction with #GivingTuesday. The local nonprofit raised $1,120 to help better the quality of life in Starke County. Continue reading
WIC Converts to EBT Cards
Families who participate in the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) supplemental nutrition program will now have an easier time shopping for approved grocery items. Indiana health officials say programs in all 92 counties are now using electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards instead of paper checks. Continue reading
Starke County Commissioners Award Bridge Replacement Bids
The Starke County Highway Department continues to make progress with bridge replacements and upgrades. The new bridge on 250 West over Bogus Run, just south of Toto Road, should be finished this week, according to county highway superintendent Rik Ritzler. Continue reading
Knox Board of Works Affirms Demolition Order, Levies Special Assessment
The Knox Board of Works last week affirmed a demolition order for a vacant house and took steps to acquire a second blighted structure. Continue reading
Reward Offered for Information About Gun Shop Burglary
A federal law enforcement agency and a trade organization are offering a sizeable reward for information about the recent burglary at a Rochester gun shop. Continue reading
Man Found in LaPorte County Murdered, Suspect in Custody
Authorities say the man whose body was found Friday at Kingsbury Fish & Wildlife Area in LaPorte County was murdered, and they’ve got a suspect in custody. Continue reading
Starke County Unemployment Rate Hits 16-Year Low
Starke County’s October unemployment rate hit a 16-year low, according to the latest jobs report from the state. Continue reading
Society of Innovators Recognizes Winamac Entrepreneur
A Winamac entrepreneur who is regarded as a “rock star” in the waste handling industry is one of the Innovators of the Month of December. Each month, the Society of Innovators at Ivy Tech Community College Northwest spotlights the accomplishments in the seven-county region. Continue reading
Starke County Community Foundation Hosting #GivingTuesday Open House
Get into the spirit of the holiday season by observing Giving Tuesday today. The movement to encourage thoughtful, charitable giving to start the Christmas season is in its fifth year. Continue reading
Starke County EMS Purchases New Ambulance
Starke County EMS will have a new ambulance in service this week. EMS Director Keith Emigh [[AMY]] told the county council the rig was delivered last Monday, but equipment still needed to be installed. He estimated that should be done within a week, and the truck would be on the road. Continue reading
City of Knox Announces Holiday Decorating Contest
The City of Knox is once again hosting a holiday decorating contest for residents. Continue reading
