The speed limit on Pulaski County Road 1550 West has officially been lowered to 30 miles per hour in the Medaryville area, following action by the county council and commissioners Monday.
Absentee Voting for Primary Election Starts Today
Today is the first-day voters may cast an absentee ballot for the 2018 primary election, which means you can walk into an absentee location and cast an early vote for the primary.
All registered Indiana voters are eligible to vote absentee-in-person at their county election board office, just don’t forget to bring a valid ID with you. Specific dates and locations for absentee voting can be found below: Continue reading
Starke County Commissioners Question Coroner Invoices
The Starke County Commissioners asked Coroner Dannie Hoffer about some invoices recently submitted.
West Central Sees Increase in Kindergarten Numbers
West Central Elementary School Principal Dan Zylstra gave an update on Kindergarten Round-up figures when the school board met last week. Superintendent Don Street said it appears more students will be attending school in that grade than last year.
Knox City Council Meets Tonight
Knox City Council members will receive a report from Mayor Dennis Estok when they meet tonight at 7 p.m.
There is a light agenda for tonight’s meeting, with the majority of topics coming from the Mayor’s report which will include an update about the Community Crossings Grant Project on Water Street, details about an upcoming visit from the organization “Neuter Scooter” and some information about the status of the continuously absent city council member and the proposed official duties ordinance. Continue reading
Community Pool Project Brought Back to Winamac Town Council for Consideration
Winamac Town Council members are being asked once again to consider a community pool after some new information has come to light that could potentially cut down on initial installation costs.
When Winamac Town Council members met Monday evening, Councilwoman Judy Heater initially took a seat in the audience to speak on behalf of the pool committee. Other members of the pool committee as well as Park Board president Courtney Poor and several residents, who are in favor of the project, were in attendance to show their support. Continue reading
Winamac Park Board Discusses Ideas for Upcoming Swinging Bridge Centennial
The Winamac Town Park’s “swinging bridge” could get decorative lighting along with some other upgrades, in honor of its upcoming centennial. The bridge was dedicated on July 4, 1923. Now, Greg and Brenda Henry are spearheading the effort to celebrate that history. “I think that between now and the Fourth of July of 2023, if we could maybe put something together and rededicate it, spruce it up, do some repairs, whatever needs to be done to it,” Greg told the Winamac Park Board last week. “The people that use that bridge, it’s endless. I mean I can say, I don’t know of any other landmark in Winamac that has more meaning than the swinging bridge for this town.”
Proposal to Add Wood Shop to Pulaski County Jail Brought to County Commissioners
As Pulaski County officials look at rearranging facilities at the Pulaski County Justice Center, a local volunteer is asking them to consider adding for a wood shop for jail inmates. Dr. Ed Hollenberg brought the idea to the county commissioners last week.
Culver Town Council to Meet Tonight
The Culver Town Council members will consider a tax abatement for Elkay when they meet tonight. The council also plans to discuss the park superintendent position as well as review a resolution adopting the Marshall County All-Hazards Mitigation Plan.
Second Infant Left in Baby Box in La Porte County
Ten Arrested in Warrant Sweep
Ten people were arrested in the early morning hours on Sunday in a year-long undercover investigation called Operation Orthodox conducted by the Knox City Police Department.
Officers from the Knox City Police Department were assisted by the Starke County Sheriff’s Department and the Knox, North Judson and Plymouth Police Departments in executing the arrest warrants.
Pulaski County Council to Consider Funding for Hospital MRI Building
Whether Pulaski Memorial Hospital will get almost $800,000 for its new MRI building from the county’s Cumulative Building Fund will be up for discussion during tonight’s county council meeting. Under the proposal, that money would be given to the hospital in 17 installments between now and 2027.
Crude Oil Cost, Switch to Summer Blend Pushing Gas Prices Higher
High gas prices can be blamed on the cost of crude oil and the switch to summer blend gasoline, according to GasBuddy.com Senior Petroleum Analyst Patrick DeHaan. “We’re seeing this across much of the Midwest,” he says. “We are transitioning to summer gasoline, and one of the larger refineries in the region is currently undertaking maintenance, which limits the ability to produce as much gasoline at a time of year that demand is starting to rebound. So really, those two factors, combined with oil prices that remain relatively high, are leading to higher gas prices.”
West Central School Board Receives Project Update
The secure entrance and utilization of space projects were discussed by the West Central School Board last week.
Winamac Park Board Schedules Town Park Cleanup Day
The Town of Winamac is asking residents to help clean up the Town Park. Last week, the town’s park board scheduled this year’s Town Park cleanup day for Saturday, April 28 from 9:00 a.m. to noon.
North Judson Town Council Considers Switching General Account to Another Bank
After realizing the advantage of a potential bank switch, North Judson Town Council members will officially consider moving the town’s general account from First National Bank of Monterey to First Farmers Bank and Trust during a future meeting.
FFBT Representative Mike Pazin provided members with a presentation when they met last Monday. Pazin came to speak with the council at the request of Clerk-Treasurer Andrew Rowe after he received some intriguing news from Pazin while discussing interest rates. Continue reading
Vendors Sought for Knox City-Wide Yard Sales
The Knox City-Wide Yard Sales are a month away. They’ll be held Thursday, May 10, Friday, May 11, and Saturday, May 12 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Winamac Town Council Meets Tonight
Winamac Town Council members will discuss paving bids when they meet tonight at 6 p.m. ET
When Clerk-Treasurer Melanie Berger delivers her report to the council, she will go over the employee handbook ordinance, the Winamac Economic Development Commission Fund and the 2020 Election. She will also discuss the Indiana League of Municipal Clerks and Treasurers conference. Continue reading
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
The Starke County Commissioners signed a proclamation Monday naming the month of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month in Starke County.
Larry Harris representing the Starke County Coalition Against Domestic Abuse presented the proclamation for approval last week. The document stresses the need to address the issue as it’s a community problem where child abuse is preventable. Children in abusive situations often become involved in criminal and risky behavior, participate in substance abuse, and experience health problems.
Indiana Department of Revenue Urges Taxpayers to Avoid Mistakes That Could Delay Refunds
As the income tax deadline approaches, the Indiana Department of Revenue has a few tips for avoiding refund delays. Department officials say many delays are caused by preventable errors, and an easy way to stop those from happening is to file electronically.
