A program that shepherds abused and neglected children through the court system needs more volunteer advocates to serve as voices for the youngsters they serve. Starke County CASA Director Rhonda Adcock says the number of children served by the program has exploded since she took over as director seven years ago. Continue reading
The Culver Town Council members will decide how to split up responsibilities concerning the duties surrounding work for the Stellar Communities application when they meet with the Culver Redevelopment Commission next week.
Assignments will also need to be divided among the panel if the town is awarded the distinction of being a Stellar Community.
Indiana smokers who want to quit can now get free help from the state. Those who enroll in the Indiana Tobacco Quitline between now and April 2 or until supplies run out, will be eligible for free medication, such as gum or patches. Continue reading
Pulaski County residents have the chance to improve their customer service skills. The Pulaski County Adult Learning Center is offering customer service training sessions. Continue reading
Pulaski County is moving ahead with accessibility upgrades to the courthouse restrooms. Continue reading
A local family is honoring the memory of their late daughter by giving back to school-age children throughout the Kankakee Valley. WKVI sports legend Harold Welter announced the establishment of the Cheryl Lyn Welter Family Charitable Foundation during a Monday appearance on “Grossman in the Morning.” He says it represents a major commitment to helping underprivileged children in our local schools. Continue reading
Volunteers are needed to help shepherd abused and neglected Starke County children through the court system. Trained Court Appointed Special Advocates, CASAs for short, are a critical part of the child’s support system. Starke County CASA Executive Director Rhonda Adcock says each relationship is unique, but there are general guidelines. Continue reading
The Eastern Pulaski School Board wants the construction company that oversaw the recent building renovation project to sharpen its pencil before taking on additional work at the schools. Continue reading
The Knox City Council has a light agenda for tonight’s meeting. No specific action items or presentations are listed on the advance agenda. Mayor Dennis Estok and Clerk-Treasurer Jeff Houston will present their reports during the 7 p.m. session at city hall. Continue reading
The Culver Town Council members will review the town’s Stellar Communities application when they meet tonight.
The council appealed to residents last month to complete a survey. The survey asked participants to see which projects would be important in making significant changes to the community, what can be done to entice people to come to Culver, and tools to help boost the local economy. The survey results were due March 1.
Motorists will see a bit of a break in gas prices over the coming days. Continue reading
Good communication can lead to better health care. It’s National Patient Safety Awareness Week, and local health professionals are offering some tips for how you can help improve the medical services you receive. Continue reading
Colon cancer prevention will bring LaPorte Hospital’s Mobile Health Unit to local communities this month. March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and LaPorte Hospital officials will be traveling around Starke and LaPorte counties to hand out take-home test kits. They’re designed to screen for blood in the stool, which could be a symptom of cancer. Continue reading
The Maxinkuckee Players are inviting interested residents to audition for this year’s stage production of the ever-popular Disney musical “Mary Poppins.”
Those auditioning are asked to sing a song of their choice as well as read from a script provided on site. A pianist and CD player will be available for accompaniment needs.
The Pulaski County Council will consider funding arrangements for courthouse restroom upgrades. During tonight’s meeting, Maintenance Supervisor Jeff Johnston is expected to request an additional appropriation to make the basement restrooms more accessible to people using wheelchairs. Continue reading
Starke County is in need of more volunteers to serve as Court Appointed Special Advocates. Executive Director Rhonda Adcock says a passion for helping children is a must. Continue reading
Patients who are admitted to Starke Hospital can recover in new beds. The hospital recently spent $96,000 on 12 new beds and Bamboo mattresses like those on sale at Bamboo Detective website.
Continue readingThe Eastern Pulaski School Board could decide tonight which projects to fund with money left over from the recent building renovation project. Members met in special session last month to discuss priorities. They’ve got about $1.6 million to spend. Continue reading
Starke County children ages birth through kindergarten have the chance to have some fun while learning valuable skills this week. Knox Elementary School is hosting its third annual Block Party Thursday evening. Continue reading
High school and college undergraduate student film makers are encouraged to submit short films for the upcoming 10th Annual Lake Maxinkuckee Film Festival.
The theme is “The Gift of Warmth”. Entrants will be separated in two categories: high school students up to age 18 and college undergraduate students up to age 24. Cash awards will be given during the Labor Day Film Festival weekend. Continue reading
