Pulaski County’s court system will keep using its current software for at least the next few years. Continue reading
N.J.-S.P. School Board Schedules Hearing on Bond Issue for Improvement Projects
The North Judson-San Pierre School Corporation continues making preparations for a $5.5 million improvement project at the corporation’s three buildings. Continue reading
Oregon-Davis School Board Discusses Summer School, Fall Academic Camps
The Oregon-Davis School Board got an update Monday on the corporation’s plans for summer school. Continue reading
Culver School Board Receives Update on Stellar Communities Project
Culver Town Manager Jonathan Leist presented an update on the Stellar Communities application to the Culver Community School Board that involves school grounds.
Improvements on a field behind the corporation office and improvements at the baseball fields are included in this year’s application. Leist said site control and which entity would be in charge of funding was brought up in last year’s process. Leist said he thinks he has found a solution and brought the idea to Interim Superintendent Chuck Kitchell.
North Judson Recycling Drop-Off Site to Be Removed, Curbside Recycling Discussions Continue
Whether or not North Judson gets curbside recycling pickup, the recycling drop-off site currently offered by the Starke County Environmental Management District will be removed by July 1. That’s what town council member Jane Ellen Felchuk told the rest of the council Monday. Town officials say it’s been difficult to keep the site clean, and they want the bins taken away as soon as possible. Continue reading
Knox Dumpster Days Scheduled This Weekend
The City of Knox is giving residents a hand with their spring cleaning this weekend. Dumpster Days begin tomorrow and continue through Saturday. Continue reading
Rain Delays Planting for Some Crop Farmers
Crop farmers are keeping an eye on the sky this week as they attempt to finish planting. The Indiana Farm Bureau estimates half of corn and soybean crops have been planted statewide. President Randy Kron says weather was ideal for most of April, but heavy rains at the end of the month, followed by cooler temperatures halted them in their tracks. Continue reading
Hoosiers Encouraged to “Wear Your Life Jacket to Work” Friday
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is joining an effort to raise awareness of water safety in advance of National Safe Boating Week. The agency is supporting tomorrow’s “Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day.” It’s hosted by the National Safe Boating Council to raise awareness of different types of life jackets. Continue reading
Motorists Should Prepare for Summer Driving Season
It’s important to make sure your vehicle is set for vacations on the road this summer to avoid being stranded.
The AAA estimates that 40 percent of drivers are not prepared for emergency breakdown situations. Flat tires, vehicle lockouts and dead batteries are the top three reasons why the AAA is called in the summer.
Motorists are urged to schedule an auto repair service and an overall vehicle maintenance checkup. Let an automotive technician conduct oil changes, fluid level checks, battery tests, and tire inspections. These could mean the difference between a smooth road trip or a disaster.
Emergency kits should be included in your car’s inventory which should include a mobile phone and car charger, a flashlight with extra batteries, a first-aid kit, a basic toolkit with tire pressure gauge and adjustable wrench, windshield washer solution, jumper cables, toyota spare parts, emergency flares, drinking water, and extra snacks.
AAA also reminds residents to drive free of distractions and pull out of the way of traffic if your vehicle suffers a breakdown. If law enforcement is assisting a motorist, follow the state law which requires vehicles to move over a lane or slow down to give sufficient clearance from the scene.
For more tips, visit www.AAA.com.
Starke County Commissioners Adopt Truck Route Ordinance
Starke County’s truck route ordinance will take effect June 1 following adoption Monday by the county commissioners. It applies to all vehicles with a gross combined vehicle weight of more than 38,000 pounds, which is the same standard the state uses. They are prohibited from using light vehicle routes unless a free permit is issued by the highway department or they qualify for an exemption. Registered farm vehicles, delivery trucks and school buses are exempt. Continue reading
Monterey Seeks Help from Pulaski County, after Sportsman’s Rubble Encroaches on Street
More than two years after the collapse of the Sportsman’s Bar and Grill in Monterey, some of the rubble still hasn’t been cleaned up. Continue reading
North Judson May Consider Adding Part-Time Ordinance Enforcement Officer
The Town of North Judson may soon be adding a part-time ordinance enforcement officer. Continue reading
Starke County Democrats to Choose New Assessor
The Starke County Democratic Party will caucus on May 25th to select a new assessor. Rhonda Milner is stepping down from that elected position on May 26th. Continue reading
Culver Town Council to Hear Public Input on Housing Project
The Culver Town Council will be opening up a public input session for discussion of the Sand Hill Farms workforce housing development project.
Town Manager Jonathan Leist explained that the project has been in the town’s comprehensive plan since the plan’s adoption in 2014. The lack of housing was identified as one of the main issues in the plan. Leist said a committee was formed to look into the project.
Winamac Park Board To Work on Budget Today
The Winamac Park Board will start putting together next year’s budget during a special session today. While board members consider the budget process to be relatively straightforward, the town may face a few challenges in the future if its swimming pool gets rebuilt. Continue reading
Culver Amphitheater Crowdfunding Effort Underway
It was announced Monday morning that the Town of Culver is part of a crowdfunding campaign to gather funds to build an amphitheater in the Culver Town Park.
The Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) is partnering with the town in this effort where the agency will match $30,000 if the town can raise $30,000 toward the project. The town has until June 30 to round up donations. About a third of it has been collected so far.
N.J-S.P. School Board Approves 2017-18 Textbook Fees, Meal Prices, Elementary Handbook
The North Judson-San Pierre School Board is finalizing some plans for next school year. On Tuesday, board members approved the elementary school handbook, textbook fees, and meal prices for the 2017-2018. Continue reading
Oregon-Davis School Board Approves Bus Purchase
The Oregon-Davis School Corporation is getting a new school bus. Superintendent Don Harman says the school board approved the purchase of a 2018 Bluebird 72-passenger bus Monday. Continue reading
Culver School Board Approves Technology Contract
Students in the Culver Community School Corporation will be using Apple iPads in the sixth year of the One-to-One Computer Initiative.
Technology Director Daniel Medesi said students in grades seven through 12 will be able to take their computers home while the addition of users in the third through sixth grades will leave theirs at the school. Kindergarten through second grade students will get to use the 10 iPads available in each classroom.
North Judson Council Hires Engineering Firm to Evaluate 205 and 207 Lane Street
North Judson officials hope to move forward soon with the demolition of a downtown building. Pulaski Circuit Judge Michael Shurn approved an emergency demolition order Monday morning, allowing the town to tear down the structure at 205 and 207 Lane Street without having to go through a bid process. But before that can happen, Shurn also asked that a structural engineering report be completed, to determine whether Doug Cassel can safely remove several pieces of his personal property. Continue reading
