The Culver School Board discussed the hire of several teachers during the upcoming intersession and summer school.
Interim Superintendent Chuck Kitchell said two elementary teachers will need to be approved for hire during the intersession which will include four days of instruction. The intersession will be from April 3 to April 6 from 8 a.m. to
Students will be offered breakfast and lunch during their time of instruction.
Ancilla College students who complete a two-year business degree have an opportunity to continue their education in a nationally recognized program. Continue reading
Low income wage earners in Pulaski County can make appointments for free income tax filing. Continue reading
The Winamac Pool Committee is moving ahead with its fundraising efforts. A Hap’s Chicken Bash will be held this evening from 4:30 to 7:00 EST at the Church of the Heartland on State Road 14, with proceeds going to the pool rebuilding project. Continue reading
The Arkansas man accused of fatally shooting a Knox man Friday night at a rural North Judson home remains jailed without bond. Edward Blackburn entered a plea of not guilty during his initial hearing this morning in Starke Circuit Court in connection with Cord Colgrove’s death. He advised Judge Kim Hall his family intends to hire an attorney to represent him. Continue reading
Tourism advertising has been tabled for a third time by the Pulaski County Commissioners. The issue appeared to be put to rest at their last meeting, when they opted not to act on the Community Development Commission’s proposal to run advertising on Comcast cable systems in the Chicago area. However, the topic was brought back to the commissioners Monday by CDC Executive Director Nathan Origer, only to have it tabled once again. Continue reading
The number of structurally deficient bridges in Starke County is dwindling. Highway Superintendent Rik Ritzler told the county commissioners last night five of the seven bridges are scheduled for repair and completion this year. Continue reading
Time is running out for prospective college students to fill out their financial aid forms if they hope to qualify for aid from the state. Continue reading
The West Central School Board has approved some new policies for what happens if students fall behind in their lunch payments. Continue reading
The Culver School Board received an update on the status of ISTEP testing during their meeting Monday Night. Middle/High School Assistant Principal and Curriculum Director Julie Berndt takes on the role of testing coordinator when it comes to this mandatory state testing. She explained to the board that students in grades 3 through 8 participate in English/Language Arts and Math in addition to Social Studies and Science testing during a period of two weeks. Each grade is tested individually and teachers monitor the work in a locked classroom. Tenth grade students also participate in testing.
The Town of Winamac is putting together some plans for the future renovation of the Town Park’s restroom facilities. The park board has been discussing the idea of expanding the main restrooms in the front of the park with more toilets and additional room for wheelchairs. Continue reading
The Pulaski County Democratic Party recently elected new leadership. Continue reading
March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month, and the Hoosier Lottery encourages players to be responsible in their wagering.
There are different places like Roseslots where you can play safely without any risk and also have the chance to gamble and win a lot of money.
Continue readingThe cause and origin of a weekend fire that destroyed a downtown Winamac building remain under investigation. Continue reading
The Starke County Commissioners will consider adoption of a responsible bidder ordinance on first reading when they meet tonight. Such policies set clear and objective criteria contractors must meet in order to be eligible to bid on public works construction projects. Continue reading
Motorists traveling north on U.S. 421 through LaPorte County will need to find a new route for the next few months. The Indiana Department of Transportation is replacing the entire bridge deck over the Bailey Road railroad tracks in Wanatah, just south of U.S. 30. Continue reading
BYOB tubing excursions down the Tippecanoe River have proved to be a major visitor draw for the Town of Winamac. But complaints from local residents have led the town’s park board to lay out some rules before letting them return this year. Continue reading
The West Central School Board continues planning for the corporation’s future. After reviewing its strategic plan during a work session last month, the school board approved the vision, mission, and belief statements Thursday, according to Superintendent Don Street. Continue reading
The Culver School Board will get an update on this year’s ISTEP testing tonight. Middle/High School Assistant Principal and Curriculum Director Julie Berndt is scheduled to present ISTEP testing information, according to the advance agenda. Continue reading
Kankakee Valley radio and tv broadcasting is teaming up with Elite Travel for another exciting chartered bus trip. This time the destination is the nation’s capitol. The bus will leave on June 4th and return on the 8th. Continue reading
