The Winamac Town Park’s “swinging bridge” may be able to get some sort of historical marker at no cost to the town. Greg Henry with the Memorial Swinging Bridge Project gave an update to the town’s park board Thursday.
Continue readingOregon-Davis Teacher Launching SIDS Prevention Foundation following Death of Infant Son
An Oregon-Davis teacher is turning her own personal tragedy into a chance to prevent other families from experiencing the loss of a child. The school board began last week’s meeting with a moment of silence, after one of Kindergarten Teacher Kayla Borton’s two-month-old twin boys, Case Michael, passed away from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.
Continue readingKnox Wastewater Superintendent Urges Proper Disposal of Wipes
The City of Knox is urging residents to keep wipes out of their toilets. Wastewater Superintendent Jason Clemons gave the reminder during last week’s board of works meeting.
Continue readingWinamac Park Board to Continue Discussing Proposed ‘Swinging Bridge’ Historical Marker Tonight
A state historical marker for the Winamac Town Park’s “swinging bridge” will continue to be discussed during tonight’s park board meeting. Memorial Swinging Bridge Project organizers have asked the town to consider applying for a state marker. But at a cost of almost $3,000, the park board wanted more information about the historical marker program and what stipulations it may place on the bridge.
Continue readingKnox School Board Approves 2021-2022 COVID-19 Plans
The Knox Community School Corporation is dropping its virtual learning option and possibly the mask requirement for next school year, but most of the other COVID-19 procedures will remain in place. The 2021-2022 COVID reopening plan was approved by the school board Tuesday.
Continue readingKnox Reminds Residents of Fireworks Ordinance
Summer is a time for celebrations, but setting off fireworks on the wrong day in the City of Knox could cost you hundreds of dollars in fines. Fireworks are only allowed June 29 to July 9, plus New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, under the city’s ordinances.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Tightens Restrictions on Fundraisers
The Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation is tightening restrictions on school fundraisers. A policy update was recently finalized by the school board, at the recommendation of Superintendent Dara Chezem.
Continue readingNorth Judson’s Splash Pad Now Open
North Judson residents have a new place to cool off. The splash pad at Norwayne Field was formally turned on by town officials Saturday.
Continue readingKnox School Board to Take Input on COVID-19 Plans Tonight
The Knox School Board will take public input on the school corporation’s COVID-19 precautions tonight.
Continue readingBroadband Internet Company Surveying Knox Residents, Businesses for Fiber Service
Frequently Asked Questions
The Basics
The term broadband refers to high-speed internet access. Broadband is different from dial-up internet service for several reasons, including the following:
Broadband service provides a higher-speed of data transmission.
Broadband provides access to the highest quality internet services, such as videoconferencing for telehealth, that require large amounts of data transmission. Ultrafast Full Fibre broadband, Fibre to the home (FTTH), or Fibre to the Premise (FTTP) create an unbroken fibre connection all the way from an exchange directly to a property – making it our fastest, most reliable connection ever with FTTP providers uk. With speeds of up to 1Gbps, it’s ready for anything whether that’s binge watching your favourite box set in UHD, gaming with your mates, or simply connecting lots of devices to the internet at the same time.
Broadband access is constant. It does not block phone lines, and there is no need to reconnect each time you need to use the internet.
Why Broadband is Important
Broadband is important for rural health care providers interested in meaningfully using electronic health records, as many of the capabilities of health IT, such as telehealth and electronic exchange of health care information, require broadband capability.
Accessing Broadband
Broadband providers can be local telephone companies or other providers of Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) and fiber connections, a cable company for cable modem, a wireless or satellite company for wireless broadband, or an electrical utility for Broadband over Power Line (BPL). Who you will need to contact to obtain broadband access will depend on your needs and the technology available in your community.
A broadband internet company continues gauging interest in fiber optic service in the City of Knox. Surf Broadband Solutions has launched an online survey for a “100 percent fiber internet service.”
Continue readingWinamac Town Council Takes Action to Streamline Contract Approval Process
The Winamac Town Council president now has more authority when it comes to signing contracts. During a special meeting Thursday, council members passed a resolution authorizing the president “to execute any and all documents necessary to transact Town business.”
Continue readingNorth Judson Splash Pad Grand Opening Set for Saturday
North Judson will dedicate its new splash pad tomorrow. A grand opening is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. at Norwayne Field.
Continue readingOpen House Planned Sunday for Culver Building Trades Home
Culver Community High School’s building trades class is showing off its latest project this weekend. Students from Culver, Knox, and North Judson worked on the 1,600-square-foot, four-bedroom, three-bathroom home at 215 Lakeview Street over the past nine months, according to the school corporation’s website.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Recognizes Top Graduates, Accepts Staff Members’ Retirements
The Eastern Pulaski School Board recognized Winamac High School’s top graduates during this month’s regular meeting. Valedictorian Reece Parks told board members he plans to attend Butler University for computer science.
Continue readingKnox Board of Works Once Again Calls for Demolition of Garage at 204 W. Bender
The Knox Board of Works continues pushing for the demolition of a garage at 204 West Bender Street. A demolition order was issued more than two years ago, but owner Lucia Valladares argued that the structure was viable and contractors could have it repaired in two weeks. She continued appealing the order through the court system, until the Indiana Court of Appeals dismissed the matter earlier this month.
Continue readingHamlet Looking to Streamline Water Service at Trailer Park
Proposed changes to water billing in Hamlet’s trailer park are drawing concern from its owner. The town has proposed doing away with the meters at individual trailers and sending one big water bill to the entire Country Acres property.
Continue readingNorth Judson-San Pierre to Go after Income Tax Refunds to Collect Unpaid Debt
North Judson-San Pierre will now be able to intercept state income tax refunds to collect unpaid debt. The school board last week approved a memorandum of understanding for the Tax Refund Exchange and Compliance System (TRECS), after members generally voiced their support last month.
Continue readingKnox Board of Works to Get Updates on 342-344 W. Spruce, 204 W. Bender Today
The Knox Board of Works will get updates on some ongoing code enforcement efforts this morning. Director of Building and Code Compliance Kenny Pfost told the board last month that a lot of progress had been made at 342-344 West Spruce Drive, after he imposed a $2,500 fine. The board will get an update on that property today, along with 204 West Bender Street.
Continue readingKnox Seeking Bids for Garbage and Recycling Pickup
The City of Knox is officially exploring its options before renewing its trash and recycling contract. The city council Tuesday agreed to let Mayor Dennis Estok seek bids for solid waste and recycling pickup.
Continue readingOregon-Davis Looking to Add Director of Student Services and Operations Position
The Oregon-Davis School Corporation could be adding a new administrative-level position. The school board Monday agreed to advertise for a new director of student services and operations.
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