Federal, state and local law enforcement officials fanned out across LaPorte County early Wednesday morning in a warrant sweep dubbed “Operation Narcotic Knockdown” and made 29 arrests. Continue reading
LaPorte County Warrant Sweep Nets 29 Arrests
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Eastern Pulaski Renovations Wrapping Up
Extensive renovations to the Eastern Pulaski Schools buildings are almost finished. Superintendent Dan Foster says the auditorium is the only project remaining at the middle/high school. Contractors are wrapping up work at the elementary school building as well. Continue reading
Injuries from Grain Elevator Explosion Claim Life of Second Victim
A second man reported injured in a grain elevator explosion in Francesville last month has died.
Starke County Absentee Voting Information
This is the first day for prospective General Election voters to cast absentee ballots. Registered Starke County voters may do so on the second floor of the courthouse weekdays from 8 a.m. until noon and from 1 until 4 p.m. Please be sure to bring a government-issued photo ID. Only voters who reside in Starke County may vote at the courthouse. Continue reading
Pulaski County Adds Second Weekend Absentee Voting Location
Voters who are registered in Pulaski County can cast in-person absentee ballots on both sides of the county in advance of the Nov. 8 General Election. Continue reading
Pulaski County Council Discusses Courthouse Security Recommendations
The Pulaski County Council is taking the first steps toward enhancing courthouse security. One of the main recommendations from the county security committee is establishing a single point of entry and setting up a full-body scanner to check everyone who enters for weapons. Continue reading
Final North Judson Community Center Meeting Tonight
North Judson residents will have one more chance to weigh in on a proposed community center prior to the submission of a grant application for the project. A public hearing is scheduled tonight at 6 p.m. at the town hall. The grant application is due Friday. Continue reading
Knox Council Adopts 2017 Budget
The Knox City Council formally adopted the 2017 budget during a brief meeting last night. Clerk-Treasurer Jeff Houston says it’s pretty straightforward. Continue reading
Pulaski Council Agrees to Fund Courthouse Restroom Repairs
The Pulaski County Council has agreed to begin essential updates to the courthouse in an effort to comply with the federal Americans with Disabilities Act. Maintenance supervisor Jeff Johnston says at a minimum the entry doors to the restrooms in the basement need to be widened and wheelchair accessible stalls need to be added. Those are among the numerous, costly repairs the courthouse will require to address both ADA and structural issues. Continue reading
Local Officials Raise Starke County Flag
Starke County’s new flag is now flying proudly over the courthouse. It was unveiled during Friday’s bicentennial torch relay celebration and officially raised for the first time Monday morning. Starke Circuit Judge Kim Hall presided over the brief ceremony after accepting the flag from Melba and Brad Shilling. Her late husband, Jim, was a well-known historian, community activist and a past winner of the Henry F. Schricker Award. It’s presented annually to a resident who embodies the former governor’s credo of “service before self.” Continue reading
Knox Council Prepares for Budget Adoption
The Knox City Council is scheduled to adopt the 2017 budget proposal when they meet this evening. During last month’s public hearing, Clerk-Treasurer Jeff Houston described it as “pretty straightforward.” Continue reading
Starke County Highway Department Stocks Up for Winter
The Starke County Highway Department is getting ready for winter weather. Superintendent Rik Ritzler told the county commissioners last week they’ve committed to 1,250 tons of salt at $56.16 per ton. He says that represents a savings of between $8 and $9,000 over last year. Continue reading
Starke County Flag Unveiled During Bicentennial Celebration
Starke County’s new flag will be raised for the first time today. It was unveiled during Friday evening’s bicentennial torch relay celebration. Melba Shilling and her late husband, Jim, were inspired by a visit a few years ago to Starke County’s “sister courthouse” in Ottawa County, Ohio. Shilling says the county had its own flag flying. Continue reading
Voter Registration Deadline Approaching
Prospective voters in the Nov. 8th General Election have until tomorrow to register or update their information. Updates are necessary if a voter has moved or had a name change. Continue reading
Starke County Welcomes Indiana Bicentennial Torch
Starke County rolled out the red carpet to welcome the Indiana Bicentennial Torch last evening. It visited Bass Lake, North Judson, Toto and Knox on its journey. Along the way it was carried by 20 notable community members on everything from a steam train to an antique fire truck to a bicycle before being placed in the Knox Volunteer Fire Department’s rescue boat for its final stop at Wythogan Park. Continue reading
Starke County Accepts Ownership of San Pierre Building
Starke County will soon be able to proceed with the demolition of a dilapidated building. The commissioners Monday evening agreed to accept the transfer of title to the former Bank of San Pierre at the northwest corner of Broadway and Eliza Streets. It has been vacant for several years, and the county has installed barriers around the structure due to crumbling brick. Continue reading
Knox School Board Adopts Budget
The Knox School Board has adopted its budget for 2017, and Superintendent A.J. Gappa says it looks quite similar to the previous year’s document.
SCYC Members Selling Butter Braids
Members of the Starke County Youth Club are taking part in a tasty fundraiser to help support the organization’s after school activities. Butter braid sales wrap up Tuesday, Oct. 11. Executive Director Irene Szakonyi says proceeds help fund programs at North Judson-San Pierre Elementary and Middle School, Oregon-Davis Elementary and High School and Knox Middle and Knox Community Elementary Schools. Continue reading
Culver Fall Fest Continues Saturday and Sunday
Oregon-Davis Administrators Stage “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs”
Faculty members at Oregon-Davis put a new spin on a classic fairytale for young students Friday. Elementary Principal William Bennett, Athletic Director and Dean of Students Greg Estok and High School Principal Tim Pletcher staged “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” for pre-k, kindergarten and first graders. Continue reading
