A request from Mediacom has prompted North Judson Town Attorney Justin Schramm to create a right-of-way form for the town.
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Winamac Town Council Authorizes Clerk-Treasurer to Submit Updated Contract
Since the Town of Winamac’s financial advisor recently went through a merger, an existing contract required an update.
Continue readingOregon-Davis School Officials Seeking Input on School Start Time
Oregon-Davis students’ school day may start a little later next school year. Superintendent Dr. Don Harman says he’s been working on a plan to move the start time from 7:20 to 7:45 a.m.
Continue readingNJ Officials Agree to Advertise for School Board Representative Appointment
The North Judson Town Council decided to put out an advertisement for their school board representative appointment when members met for their first meeting of the month.
Continue readingKnox City Council Approves Donation of up to $10,000 for Constellation of Starke
To help cover some preliminary costs associated with Constellation of Starke’s regional development plan, Knox City Council members were asked to authorize a monetary donation during their meeting Tuesday night.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Raises Lunch Prices, Keeps Textbook Fees the Same
Lunch prices are going up at Eastern Pulaski Schools. The school board Monday approved a required increase for the 2019-2020 school year, according to Superintendent Dan Foster.
Continue readingWinamac Officials Take Preliminary Steps to Address Proposed Lighting and Sidewalk Upgrades
While the construction phase of Winamac’s lighting and sidewalk upgrade project is still a couple of years away, officials are already taking steps to address Indiana Department of Transportation requirements.
Continue readingDriver Walks Away Uninjured After Truck Flipped and Hit Pump at Phillips 66 in Knox
A motorist with some apparent brake issues had a run in with a gas pump at the Phillips 66 on the corner of US 35 and SR 8 in Knox Wednesday evening.
Continue readingNational Weather Service Warns of Potential Risk for Thunderstorms on Thursday
The National Weather Service is predicting a slight risk for severe thunderstorms late Thursday afternoon that could carry over into the evening.
Starke County Emergency Management Agency Director Jay Nier shared that some primary threats of the predicted condition include locally heavy rainfall as well as a low threat potential for damaging winds and large hail.
Continue readingBowen Center to Provide Mental Health Services to Oregon-Davis Students
The Oregon-Davis School Board is taking steps to help students get the mental health services they need. Board members approved a service agreement with the Bowen Center Monday, according to Superintendent Dr. Don Harman.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Adopts eLearning Plan
eLearning is coming to Eastern Pulaski Schools for the 2019-2020 school year. An eLearning plan was approved by the school board Monday, according to Superintendent Dan Foster.
Continue readingKnox City Council Approves Safety Committee’s Request
Knox City Council members took a step to improve access to a government building in downtown Knox Tuesday night.
Continue readingWinamac Officials Authorize Rainy Day Funds to be Utilized for Bridge Inspection
The Winamac Town Council agreed to help pay for a necessary inspection on the Town’s footbridge when members met Monday night.
Continue readingNJPD Plans Event to Teach Kids Bike Safety & Assist With Repairs
To help prepare the community’s kids for a safe summertime, the North Judson Police Department will be hosting a Bike Safety & Build-a-Bike Workshop this Saturday.
Continue readingLa Porte County Traffic Stop Leads to Felony Firearms Violation Arrest
A man was lodged in the La Porte County Jail after a loaded firearm was apparently located in his vehicle during a traffic stop Monday afternoon.
Continue readingUncertainty with U.S. 30 Plans Draws Concerns from Hamlet Council President
Uncertainty about the future of U.S. 30 is making it hard for Hamlet to attract businesses, according to Town Council President Dave Kesvormas. During last week’s meeting, he said that local officials have been told that INDOT wants to upgrade U.S. 30 to freeway standards, but now, they’re hearing proposals for a J-turn intersection at State Road 39.
Continue readingJames Street Lift Station in North Judson Converted to VFD
The problematic lift station on James Street in North Judson has been converted over to a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) system.
Continue readingWinamac Town Council Approves Hire for PD
Winamac Town Marshal Mark Hoffman presented a hire recommendation to Town Council members Monday night.
Continue readingAncilla College to Host Multiple Registration Day Events in May and June
If you’re seeking a local option for post-secondary education, you won’t want to miss the upcoming registration day events at Ancilla College.
Ancilla will be holding two registration day events this week from open until 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15th and from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Friday, May 17th.
Continue readingKnox City Council Meets Tonight
Two resolutions related to Tax Increment Financing (TIF) redevelopment areas will be up for approval during tonight’s Knox City Council meeting.
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