A decision on a new police officer may officially be made during today’s Knox Board of Works meeting. Board members will consider a recommendation to fill the patrolman position.
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Hamlet and North Judson residents once again have the chance to win some extra money while getting their communities into the holiday spirit. The town councils recently finalized plans for their holiday decorating contests.
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More electronic signs may be coming to the Knox Community Schools campus. Back in March, the school corporation installed a message board at the corner of Main Street and Redskin Trail. Now, the Knox Board of Works has agreed to let the middle school add its own sign in the city’s right of way along Main Street.
Continue readingThe Knox City Council will consider some salary ordinance adjustments tonight. Council members are being asked to amend the 2020 and 2021 salary ordinances to adjust the language related to the Public Employee Retirement Fund for the police department.
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The Culver Town Council will consider the 2021 salary ordinance on second reading tonight. Council members are also expected to get an update on a storm water rate study. They’ll also be asked to take action to affirm Marshall County’s new face mask ordinance.
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Tri-Township School Superintendent Kelly Shepherd is making his case for the closure of the 105-year-old LaCrosse School building.
Continue readingLandowners are asking the City of Knox to prepare the way for future growth to the south. Dick Binkley and Jeff Cambe recently told the city council that there’s opportunity for growth along U.S. 35 south of town, but in order for that to happen, the city needs to invest in sewer and water infrastructure.
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The Tri-Township School Board took action Thursday that paves the way for the closure of the 105-year-old LaCrosse school building. Board members passed a resolution to proceed with the bond process for a high school addition to the Wanatah School. The project would add five classrooms plus support spaces and infrastructure for a total cost of almost $2.6 million.
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West Central teachers and support staff will be getting a pay raise. The school board approved the 2020-2021 Master Teacher Contract last week, according to Superintendent Dan Zylstra.
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The North Judson-San Pierre School Corporation has reported another two cases of COVID-19. Superintendent Dr. Annette Zupin said Thursday that an elementary student and a junior/senior high school student have tested positive.
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Oregon-Davis teachers are getting a slight pay raise. The school board approved the 2020-2021 teacher contract by a vote of three-to-zero last week, according to Superintendent Bill Bennett. “The highlights of this year’s new contract include teachers receiving a $1,500 one-time stipend, as well as an increase on their base pay of $275,” Bennett says.
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North Judson-San Pierre Junior/Senior High School is reporting its third student case of COVID-19 in less than a week. Superintendent Dr. Annette Zupin reported another case on Tuesday. She says all close contacts have been notified.
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Hamlet Town Hall is closing to the public starting Wednesday. Clerk-Treasurer Kristina Pitts says the town has chosen to follow suit with Knox and North Judson.
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The Town of North Judson is adjusting its operations in response to the surge in COVID-19 cases. Clerk-Treasurer Andrew Rowe told the town council Monday that he plans to close the town hall to the public for now, with business to be conducted by appointment only and payments being made using the drop box. North Judson Town Hall can be reached at 574-896-3340.
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The North Judson-San Pierre School Board will get a COVID-19 update tonight. The school corporation is currently using virtual learning, due to the number of staff members in quarantine.
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Leaf pickup is ramping up in the City of Knox. Starting this week, Street Department crews are focusing on a particular precinct each day, according to Mayor Dennis Estok.
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Another COVID-19 case is being reported at the North Judson-San Pierre School Corporation. Superintendent Dr. Annette Zupin says school officials learned Monday that a junior/senior high school student has tested positive.
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The North Judson-Wayne Township Public Library is tightening restrictions, due to the increase in COVID-19 cases. The library says patrons are being limited to visits of 30 minutes or less. That includes browsing for books, returning items, and using computers.
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Plans are coming together for the $10 million North Judson-San Pierre Elementary School project. The school board recently got a design development presentation from architecture firm Fanning Howey.
Continue readingThe North Judson Town Council will consider the 2021 town employee health insurance plan tonight. Council members will also get updated cost estimates for proposed sidewalk improvements and revisit the CARES Act reimbursement for public safety payroll costs.
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