The Town of Winamac is looking to preserve its records for future generations. The town council voted Monday to have some of its oldest meeting minutes restored next year.
Continue readingNorth Judson-San Pierre School to Offer New Dual-Credit Course Next Semester
North Judson-San Pierre Superintendent Dr. Annette Zupin informed the school board that there will be a new class offered next semester when members met Tuesday night.
She explained, “The High School is offering a dual-credit business law course next semester and it’s new, it’s through Ivy Tech.”
Continue reading2020-2021 School Calendar Approved by Knox School Board
The Knox School Board approved the corporation’s 2020-2021 school calendar Monday. Superintendent Dr. William Reichhart says students’ first day of class will be August 4, 2020, with the last day on May 25, 2021.
Continue readingFirst Annual Starke County Holiday Shoptacular to Highlight Local Shopping Spots
In order to highlight all of the shopping options sprinkled throughout the area, Starke County Tourism and the Chamber of Commerce are hosting the first ever ‘Holiday Shoptacular’ event!
Continue readingEmergency Units Respond to Two-Vehicle Accident on US 421, North of San Pierre
Starke County and North Judson emergency units were dispatched to a motor-vehicle accident on US 421 north of San Pierre Wednesday evening.
Continue readingWeinberg Gym Upgrades Proposed in Knox Schools Building Project
The Knox Community School Corporation’s upcoming building project could mean some upgrades for the Weinberg Gym.
Continue readingNorth Judson-Wayne Township Fire Chief Reports Busiest Year in FD History
With more than 300 calls so far this year, the North Judson-Wayne Township Fire Department has kept historically busy in 2019, according to Fire Chief Joe Leszek.
Continue readingNJ-SP Music Department Receives Donation of More than $600 from Knox Masonic Lodge
The North Judson-San Pierre Music Department will benefit from a donation that was officially accepted by school board members Tuesday night.
Continue readingTippecanoe River-Themed Mural Planned for Winamac Silos
Some Winamac silos will soon be reinvigorated with public art, thanks to a grant from the Tippecanoe Arts Federation. Anne Rebeck serves as the federation’s Pulaski County representative. “We, through them, have a $10,000 grant for public art,” she told the Winamac Town Council Monday. “So I have permission from Mary Sue Link to use the silos that are on the Panhandle Pathway, and we’ll hopefully get that done by early summer.”
Continue readingSalvation Army Bell Ringers Needed for Starke County Locations
It’s nearly that time of year again, when Salvation Army bell ringers pop up all across the country, collecting funds to assist local families in need.
Salvation Army Bell Ringer coordinator Joe Lopez is currently searching for more volunteers willing to provide a helping hand at the Starke County locations.
Continue readingISTA Officials Plan for Around 10,000 People to Participate in Red for Ed Action Day
When Indiana Legislators gather in the State House today to prepare for the upcoming General Assembly, they will be met by thousands of Hoosier educators and supporters pushing for children and education to be a priority.
Continue readingKnox Mayor Provides Update about Owner Occupied Rehab Grant Program
Knox Mayor Dennis Estok provided an update about the Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Grant program when City Council members met for their first meeting of the month.
Continue readingWinamac Town Council Approves $150 Fee for Release of Body Camera Footage
Getting body camera footage from the Winamac Police Department will now cost $150. The fee was approved as part of an ordinance by the town council Monday.
Continue readingSchambers Masonry Completes Repairs at North Judson Town Hall
Repairs to the Town Hall building in North Judson are complete. Town Council members approved a Purchase Order from Schambers Masonry for the work when they met Monday night.
Continue readingNorth Judson-San Pierre School Board Meets Tonight
An update over the process to bring a School Resource Officer to North Judson-San Pierre will be provided when school board members meet tonight.
Continue readingMan Attempted to Evade Knox City Police, Leading to Pursuit Saturday Night
A Demotte man is facing multiple charges after reportedly attempting to evade Knox City Police officers Saturday evening.
Continue readingCity of Knox Saves Big by Preparing Paperwork for Sale of Surplus Property in House
Knox officials were able to save several hundred dollars by personally preparing paperwork related to the sale of surplus property.
Continue readingOregon-Davis School Board Renews Agreement with Medicaid Reimbursement Company
The Oregon-Davis School Corporation will continue to get some help when it comes to seeking Medicaid reimbursements. Last week, the school board voted to renew the corporation’s agreement with Go Solutions Group for 2020, according to Superintendent Dr. Don Harman. He says there won’t be any major changes to the cost next year.
Continue readingNorth Judson Town Council Meets Tonight
The North Judson Town Council is expected to reach a decision about health insurance for Town employees when members meet tonight.
Continue readingProgram Offering Free 2-Year Degree to Volunteer First Responders Highlighted by LEPC
A program that allows volunteer first responders to obtain college classes free of charge was highlighted when the Starke County Local Emergency Planning Committee met last week.
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