Those looking for a summer job still have a chance to work with the Winamac Park Department. The town’s been advertising for seasonal help, but Park Manager Dave DeLorenzo hasn’t gotten very many applications yet. Continue reading
Culver Stellar Communities Committee Finalizing Letter of Intent
The Culver Stellar Communities Committee is working hard to complete paperwork necessary to announce the Town of Culver’s intentions to seek this year’s Stellar Community designation.
The purpose of the Stellar Communities Designation Program is to recognize Indiana’s smaller communities that have identified comprehensive community and economic development projects and activities in addition to a plan and key partnerships. Culver was close to winning the designation of a Stellar Community last year, but the honor was awarded to Corydon.
West Central School Board Discusses Facility Updates
The West Central School Board is finalizing plans to update the entrance to the middle school over the summer. Superintendent Don Street says they’re looking at ways to improve campus safety. The board is accepting quotes for the project.
DNR Increases Lake Michigan Trout Bag Limit
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources has increased the daily lake trout limit from two to three fish per day in Lake Michigan. Continue reading
Hamlet Woman Located Following Silver Alert
A Hamlet woman who had been missing since Wednesday has been found safe, according to the Starke County Sheriff’s Office. Continue reading
Ancilla College Unveils Autism Program
Ancilla College wants to help students with Autism Spectrum Disorder get a college education. College officials announced the launch of the Autism Program at Ancilla College during a press conference Friday. Continue reading
National Weather Service Extends Kankakee River Flood Warning
The National Weather Service has extended the flood warning for the Kankakee River at Davis/Route 30 until Thursday of next week. Continue reading
Starke County EMA Director Reaches Out to Residents
Spring means storms, floods and other unpredictable weather are imminent. Starke County Emergency Management Agency Director Jacob Lippner is harnessing social media and technology to share information about preparedness with residents. Continue reading
Winamac Park Board Eligible for DNR Grants, Seeks Guidance from Town Council
The Winamac Park Board is now eligible to apply for grant funding from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. DNR officials notified the town of its eligibility last month, following the completion of a five-year parks and recreation plan. Continue reading
North Judson Council Approves Zoning Variance for Doctor’s Office
A doctor’s office will be able to move in at 701 West Talmer Avenue in North Judson, following action by the town council Monday. Clerk-Treasurer Alicia Collins says a zoning variance was approved, changing the designation from Single-Family Residential to Local Business. Continue reading
Pulaski County Jail to House Federal Inmates
Housing out-of-county prisoners continues to pay off for Pulaski County. Continue reading
Starke County EMS Refining Electronic Claims Submission
The electronic billing process Starke County EMS is using to submit claims to BlueCross BlueShield is going well so far. Continue reading
Move Over for Stopped Emergency Vehicles
Indiana is gearing up for highway construction season as Work Zone Awareness Week wraps up. The goal is to raise awareness of both motorist and worker safety in work zones. Continue reading
Culver Water Plant Open House Set for Saturday
Culver residents are welcome to tour the water plant on Saturday to see the new updates.
Town Manager Jonathan Leist said the open house begins at 10 a.m. with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 11 a.m. Officials will keep the facility open until 1 p.m. ET.
Melody Drive-In Theater Opens Tonight
A sure sign of spring is the annual opening of the Melody Drive-In Theater at Bass Lake. This is opening weekend, with movies on both screens tonight, tomorrow and Sunday. Continue reading
Flooding Possible as Precipitation Continues
Flooding is possible in a couple of perennial low-lying areas. The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for the Kankakee River at Davis on U.S. 30 through Wednesday. Continue reading
Late Winter Storm Kept County Highway Crews Busy
Winter operations picked up for the Starke County Highway Department last month. Superintendent Rik Ritzler told the county commissioners they had five snow events in March. The most significant occurred on March 15th, with up to 11 inches of snow recorded in a few areas of the county. Continue reading
N.J.-S.P. School Board Schedules Facility Tours, Work Session
Residents of the North Judson-San Pierre School Corporation are invited to go through the buildings prior to a Tuesday evening school board work session to discuss future projects. Continue reading
Pulaski County Human Services Asks County to Reverse Budget Cut
Pulaski County Human Services is looking for a boost in county funding. Continue reading
North Judson Council Considers Funding Options for Infrastructure Projects
The North Judson Town Council continues gathering information about how to pay for potential water and wastewater upgrades. Commonwealth Engineers is suggesting nearly $1.9 million in improvements to the town’s combined sewer overflow system and another $1.5 million for upgrades to the wastewater treatment plant. Water infrastructure upgrades are also planned. Continue reading