The Pulaski County Commissioners have agreed to a change in early voting sites following a recommendation by the election board.
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Pulaski County Testing Sirens on Tuesday
The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department will be testing its emergency alert systems this week.
Hunter Education Class Scheduled in Starke County
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is offering a free hunter education class this weekend in Starke County. It’s open to hunters of all ages and will take place Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 24 and 25, at the Kankakee Fish and Wildlife Headquarters, 4320 W. Toto Road in North Judson from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. CDT. Continue reading
N.J.-S.P. Board Schedules Work Session
The North Judson-San Pierre School Board will discuss whether or not to transition to an elected board during a work session meeting this evening. The 6:30 p.m. session is open to the public, but no formal action can be taken. Members plan to review input from residents offered via Google survey as well as comments shared during a public meeting last week held for the sole purpose of letting the public weigh in on the contentious topic. A total of 10 people spoke, with seven favoring an elected board. Continue reading
Starke Council to Consider Ambulance, Courthouse Security Recommendations
The Starke County Council will conduct a couple of budget hearings and consider several requests for funds when they meet this evening. The Starke County, North Judson-San Pierre School Corporation and Solid Waste budgets are all on the agenda for the 5:30 p.m. session. So is discussion of a possible payroll increase of between 1 and 2 percent in the Starke County budget. Continue reading
Straight Ticket Voting Changes Require Educational Efforts
Celebration of Life Today for WKVI’s Tom Berg
A celebration of life service for WKVI’s Tom Berg is scheduled this afternoon in Knox. Mary Perren reports.
Band Stage Construction Begins
Work has started on the latest amenity at Wythogan Park in Knox. Mayor Dennis Estok told the city council Tuesday construction of the band stage is under way. It’s at the southeastern end of the park between the main entrance and U.S. 35. Continue reading
Eastern Pulaski School Board Discusses Exterior Lighting Upgrades
The Eastern Pulaski School Board wants more information before proceeding with an upgrade to the exterior lights on the campus. Superintendent Dan Foster says the existing lights on the buildings are older and not especially energy efficient. They’re also set on timers, which need to be reset frequently as the days get shorter. Continue reading
September is National Voter Registration Month
Francesville Fall Fest Continues Saturday
O-D School Board Approves Senior Trip
The Oregon-Davis High School Class of 2017 will take part in a longstanding school tradition. Superintendent Don Harman says the school board this week approved the annual trip to Orlando, Fla. for the grad bash at Universal Studios. Continue reading
Water Safety Education Leads to Indiana Drowning Death Reductions
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division says drowning deaths are on the decline.
Selected Furniture Property Appears Headed for Tax Sale
A Knox-based furniture manufacturer appears to be headed for tax sale.
Voter Fraud Suspected in Central Indiana, Investigation May Expand
Knox City Council Conducts Budget Hearing
The Knox City Council conducted a public hearing on the proposed 2017 budget with no fanfare during their Tuesday night meeting. Clerk-Treasurer Jeff Houston says it’s pretty straightforward. Continue reading
O-D School Board Approves Curriculum Coach Contract
The Oregon-Davis School Board this week approved a contract with a curriculum coach. Superintendent Don Harman says the corporation received a grant to pay for a consultant from Educational Equitable Services as part of their K-12 Boost program. Continue reading
Eastern Pulaski Renovations Wrapping Up
Extensive building renovations at the Eastern Pulaski Schools are almost finished. Superintendent Dan Foster anticipates substantial completion by mid-October, which is mostly on schedule. He says the elementary is down to cleanup work and putting the finishing touches on the fifth grade classroom and restrooms. Continue reading
