The first official public hearing over Knox Community Schools’ proposed $20 million building project drew no comments during Tuesday’s school board meeting.
Continue readingNJ Town Council Approves Public Nuisance Ordinance
An ordinance that will help keep the Town of North Judson looking nice and tidy was approved Monday night.
Continue readingWest Central School Board Sets Book Rental Fees for 2019-2020
West Central Elementary School’s book rental fees will stay the same for another year. The fees for the 2019-2020 school year were approved during last week’s school board meeting, according to Superintendent Don Street.
Continue readingWinamac Town Council to Discuss 10-year Plan for Splash Pad/Pool Area
The Winamac Town Council has a scheduled a special meeting for this afternoon.
The purpose of the special session will be to hear information regarding a 10-year plan for creating a splash pad/pool area.
Continue readingKnox School Board to Hold Public Hearing on Building Project Tonight
The first of two official public hearings over Knox Community Schools’ proposed building project will be held tonight.
Continue readingNJ Town Council Approves Recommendation for New Park Board Member
One of the open seats on the North Judson Park Board was filled during Monday night’s Town Council Meeting.
Continue readingWest Central High School to Offer Driver’s Ed, Nursing, Credit Recovery Courses this Summer
The West Central School Board has approved plans for summer school. Superintendent Don Street says programs will be offered at the elementary school, and the high school will offer several credit recovery classes through the Trojan Opportunity Academy, among other offerings.
Continue readingConstellation of Starke Unveils Region’s Logo, Increases Web Presence
The Constellation of Starke has a revealed the region’s logo.
To create this one-of-a-kind image, the Stellar Executive Team coordinated with the owners of Mirth and Whimsy.
Continue readingWest Central School Board Approves Classified Staff Pay Raise
Several staff members at the West Central School Corporation will be getting a pay raise next year. Last week, the school board approved the classified staff pay rates for the 2019-2020 school year, according to Superintendent Don Street.
Continue readingWinamac Park Board Member Calls for Landscaping Upgrades at Town Park Entrance
A Winamac Park Board member is calling for upgrades to the Town Park’s entrance. During last week’s meeting, board member Steve Miller said the landscaping around the front gate could use some attention.
Continue readingNorth Judson Town Council Meets Tonight
Tonight’s North Judson Town Council Meeting will feature a public presentation from the NJ High School Memorial Committee.
Continue readingFlood Warnings Remain in Effect for Tippecanoe, Kankakee & Yellow Rivers
The flood warnings for the Tippecanoe, Yellow and Kankakee Rivers have been extended through Monday afternoon.
These warnings impact portions of Marshall, Pulaski and Starke Counties.
Continue readingINDOT Announces Monday Road Closure for SR 14
A portion of State Road 14 in Pulaski County will be temporarily closed on Monday, May 6th.
Continue readingWest Central School Board to Hire Superintendent Next Week
The next West Central school superintendent is expected to be named next Thursday. Outgoing Superintendent Don Street says the school board has identified a candidate, and a public hearing was held over a proposed contract this week.
Continue readingWinamac Town Council to Consider Funding Arrangements for Park Restrooms, Bridge Inspection
The Winamac Park Board finally appears to be ready to accept construction bids for the Town Park restroom project. Plans call for the old brick restrooms in the front of the park to be demolished and replaced with a new structure, with more ADA-compliant stalls and more room in general.
Continue readingTown of Culver Places Pedestrian Signs on Lake Shore Drive
Some signage has been placed on Lakeshore Drive in Culver to remind motorists of a state statute regarding pedestrians.
Continue readingPrairie Trails Club Awarded Over $390,000 for Extension of Erie Trail
Funding has been secured to extend the Erie Trail by a little over 2 miles.
The Prairie Trails Club was awarded a grant totaling $390,750 through the Department of Natural Resources’ Next Level Trails grant program.
Continue readingWinamac Town Park Cleanup Day Canceled Due to Flooding Concerns
Flooding concerns have led to the cancellation of tomorrow’s Winamac Town Park cleanup day. Park Board President Chris Schramm made the announcement during Thursday’s board meeting.
Continue readingOCRA Announces Switch to One Stellar Designee, Remaining Finalists to Split $1M
Only one region will be selected as a designee for this year’s Stellar Communities Program.
Continue readingHere’s Why Farmers Should Wait to Plant Following This Week’s Rainy Weather
Farmers who are eager to get their crops in the ground will have to be patient following this week’s rainy weather.
Purdue Extension Educator for Agriculture and Natural Resources Eugene Matzat explained why it’s critical for farmers to sit tight for the time being.
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