The Culver Town Council will consider updating the zoning designation for a local business during tonight’s meeting. Elizabeth’s Garden at 104 North Plymouth Street sits on land that’s zoned for residential development. An ordinance changing that designation to commercial will be considered on second and third readings tonight. Continue reading
Falsifying your income to boost your tax refund could cost you quite a bit of money, according to IRS officials. Continue reading
The mild winter should make for a more productive summer for the Starke County Highway Department. Superintendent Rik Ritzler told the commissioners last week things have leveled off since December in terms of ice and snow. Continue reading
A popular amenity in Wythogan Park should be open again this spring. The skate park closed last July amid safety concerns over the wood ramps. During a recent appearance on WKVI’s “Grossman in the Morning” Mayor Dennis Estok said upgrade plans are in the works as the Knox Park Board’s funds allow. He says they intend to buy a new piece of equipment each year as funds allow. Continue reading
Soft candlelight and a glowing fireplace can help set a romantic mood for a Valentine’s Day celebration, but it can quickly be dashed if the flames get out of hand and the fire department has to respond.
The U.S. Fire Administration says 84 percent of home heating fires are confined, such as those which occur in the fireplace or chimney. Indiana State Fire Marshal Jim Greeson says the fireplace should never be left unattended, and small children or pets need to be supervised around open flames. Continue reading
Federal income tax filers who claimed popular income tax credits will have to wait another week or so for their tax refunds, according to IRS officials. Continue reading
Indiana students are being asked to consider the future of agriculture, as part of a video contest from Indiana’s Family of Farmers. Continue reading
A Starke County civic organization has adopted a section of roadway. Continue reading
Pulaski County is getting outside help to address accessibility issues at the courthouse. Continue reading
ISTEP test scores don’t tell the entire story of the North Judson-San Pierre School Corporation. Superintendent Dr. Annette Zupin says unfortunately though they provide a side-by-side comparison of school districts. Continue reading
The North Judson-San Pierre School Corporation’s plans to revamp their bus routes cleared a procedural hurdle during Monday’s Starke County Commissioners meeting. Continue reading
Sidewalk upgrades may soon be coming to Hamlet. The town is once again accepting applications from residents interested in taking part in this year’s 50/50 sidewalk replacement program. Continue reading
The Starke County Community Foundation has removed deadlines from most of its grant applications in an effort to make funds for community projects more accessible. Continue reading
Starke County’s bridges are in excellent shape overall based on the latest round of inspections. Highway Superintendent Rik Ritzler told the commissioners Monday the county has been making steady progress. Continue reading
Pulaski County should save some money in the future, after learning that Pulaski Memorial Hospital has likely been overcharging the Sheriff’s Department for years. Continue reading
The North Judson-San Pierre School Corporation is launching a new vocational program for area students in the fall. Superintendent Dr. Annette Zupin says N.J.-S.P. has sent students to Knox and Plymouth for various vocational programs over the years. Continue reading
The Oregon-Davis School Corporation is the recipient of a $30,000 grant. The funds from the Lilly Endowment Inc.’s Comprehensive Counseling Initiative for Indiana K-12 Students aim to increase the number of K-12 students in Indiana who are emotionally healthy, realize academic success, graduate from high school, complete some sort of postsecondary training and are prepared to compete and prosper in our global society. Continue reading
The Culver Community Schools Corporation’s superintendent search is moving ahead. Applications were due Monday. Now, the school board is starting the process of reviewing them to determine which candidates they’d like to interview. Continue reading
The Hamlet Police Department may soon have a second full-time officer. Continue reading
LaPorte County officials believe a heart attack is what killed a 17-year-old New Prairie High School student last month. Mark Mayfield died suddenly on January 23, after taking part in an intramural basketball game at the school. Continue reading
