Deputies from the Starke County Sheriff’s Office are inviting residents of all ages to bike with an officer May 4 at Bass Lake and at Koontz Lake.
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Champion Moment Held during Knox Community School Board Meeting
School organizations and students are highlighted during the Champion Moment during the Knox Community School Board meetings and the latest update did not disappoint, according to Superintendent Greg Mikulich.
Continue readingThe Hive Seeks Video Grant Applications
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The Hive, a local women’s giving circle started through the Starke County Community Foundation, is accepting video grant applications now through the first of May.
Continue readingKnox City Council Approves Annexation of Property for Potential Hotel
The Knox City Council heard an update on the property to be annexed for the potential of an upper, mid-scale hotel during their meeting Tuesday.
Continue readingKnox Board of Public Works Issues Fine to Owner at 18 South Main Street
The Knox Board of Public Works held a rescheduled public hearing regarding the property at 18 South Main Street during their meeting Wednesday.
Continue readingDrug Take Back Day Set for Saturday, April 27
The Indiana State Police, Marshall County Sheriff’s Department and the Starke County Sheriff’s Office are partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration for the 26th Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
Continue readingCulver Community School Board Members Reminded about Upcoming Campaigns
Culver Community School Superintendent Karen Shuman reminded the school board members last week about candidacy for the November general election.
Continue readingArrest Made in U.S. 6 Hit and Run Fatality Accident
An arrest has been made in the April 22 death of a man who was struck by a vehicle 11800 West block of U.S. 6 in La Porte County.
Continue readingNorthwest Health – La Porte and Starke Appoints New Chief Nursing Officer
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Simon Ratliff, the Chief Executive Officer for Northwest Health – La Porte and Starke, has named Jenica Sutherland, MHA, MBA, BSN, RN, as the hospital’s Chief Nursing Officer (CNO). In this role, Sutherland will oversee all nursing operations, ensuring the highest standards of care are maintained and that Northwest Health patients receive the utmost attention and support during their healthcare journey.
Continue readingTown of North Judson Residential Heavy Trash Service Set for Thursday, April 25
Residents in the town of North Judson are encouraged to take part in the residential heavy trash service day Thursday, April 25. It is an opportunity for residents to clean out household heavy and bulk items for collection by the town’s trash service.
Continue readingStarke County Youth Club Offers Unique Programs for Students, Radiothon Set for May 3
The Starke County Youth Club has many programs to offer its 300 students throughout the year.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Approves Donations
The Eastern Pulaski School Board members accepted grant gifts during their recent meeting, according to Superintendent Dara Chezem.
Continue readingKnox Board of Public Works, Redevelopment Commission to Meet Today
The Knox Board of Works members will meet today where they will review an ordinance for recommendation to the Knox City Council that pertains to fees and regulations related to the installation of tap connections.
Continue readingStarke County Sheriff Announces Employee of Quarter Awards
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Sheriff Jack Rosa presented employee of the quarter awards. Sheriff Rosa selected Corporal Chris Bortone, 911 Director Stacy Noonan, and Sergeant Cassandra Jones.
Continue readingDr. Allman Receives State Health Commissioner Award
Former Pulaski County Health Officer Dr. Rex Allman was recently awarded with the State Health Commissioner Award for his support and advancing public health during his many years working with the Pulaski County Health Department.
Continue readingState Road 39 to Close over Kankakee River
Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Dunnet Bay Construction Company will close State Road 39 between County Road W 1800 S. and State Road 8 in La Porte and Starke Counties beginning on or after Monday, April 29. The closure was previously scheduled to begin in early April.
Continue readingProperty Tax Payment Deadline is May 10
Spring property tax statements are due in the Starke County Treasurer’s Office by Friday, May 10.
Continue readingStarke County Youth Club Radiothon Set for May 3
An opportunity to assist the youth of Starke County engage in after school homework help and enrichment programs is coming up Friday, May 3.
Continue readingKnox City Council to Meet Tonight
The Knox City Council members will meet tonight where they will hold additional readings of an ordinance that prohibits the maintaining of portable trailer storage containers.
Continue readingLa Porte County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Fatal Accident
The La Porte County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatality hit and run accident involving a pedestrian that occurred just after 6 a.m. CT Monday, April 22.
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