The Pulaski County Commissioners will meet with the county’s state representative tonight. Francesville Republican Doug Gutwein is scheduled to make an appearance during tonight’s commissioners meeting. Continue reading
The North Judson-San Pierre School Corporation has a new slogan officials hope will revive Bluejay pride in the community. Continue reading
Knox Mayor Dennis Estok plans to begin implementing the comprehensive plan for the city that was adopted in 2015. He says a big part of that is improving the appearance of the downtown area. Continue reading
The Town of Winamac is ready to advertise for seasonal help for the park superintendent. Continue reading
The American Red Cross is in desperate need of blood donors to bolster supplies. Officials say all types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. Continue reading
More than 3,000 babies born in Indiana in February will be decked out in red hats, thanks to the American Heart Association. The “Little Hats, Big Hearts” program aims to raise awareness during American Heart Month as well as Congenital Heart Defects Week, which runs Feb. 7-14. They even left information about the baby planet website so every parent could get their supplies for their babies.
The Internal Revenue Service expects phone scams to remain a threat this tax season. Once again, they’ve made the “Dirty Dozen” list of tax scams released each year by the IRS. Continue reading
The Winamac Park Board is finalizing plans to add benches and a decorative sign to the Veterans Memorial Park at the corner of Monticello and Washington Streets. The VFW and American Legion Posts each plan to donate a bench dedicated to veterans to the park. The board decided Thursday night they want the benches to be a neutral color. Continue reading
A measure sponsored by Rep. Jim Pressel of Rolling Prairie would provide more transportation options for Hoosier students with developmental disabilities. Continue reading
Police around Indiana are reminding Hoosiers not to drink and drive over the Super Bowl weekend. Several local law enforcement agencies, including the LaPorte Police Department, are teaming up with the Governor’s Council on Impaired & Dangerous Driving and the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute to help prevent accidents and deaths resulting from impaired driving. Continue reading
The Culver Town Council has given its blessing for the upcoming Winter Fest event. They recently approved the use of the town park for the festival, which is scheduled Feb. 10-12. Continue reading
The DNR Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology encourages photographers to submit their entries for the annual Historic Preservation Month photo contest. Continue reading
Next year’s school calendar will look pretty much the same for students at Culver Community Schools. Interim Superintendent Chuck Kitchell says the 2017-2018 calendar was approved by the school board last week. Continue reading
A local provider of pre-need insurance is recognizing those who served in our military by supporting the Honor Flight Network. Continue reading
Now that the San Pierre Volunteer Fire Department is no longer providing fire protection to Railroad Township, the process is now underway to sort out what property and equipment belongs to whom. Continue reading
The Winamac Park Board is a step closer to qualifying for state grant funds. Last night members approved a five-year parks and recreation plan for the town. The most immediate priorities include installing a new swimming pool and relocating the Winamac Town Park restrooms. Continue reading
Plans are already in the works for several community events in downtown Knox this year. Last year saw the introduction of a cruise night in Wythogan Park. Mayor Dennis Estok says this year’s event will be even bigger. Continue reading
The Culver Community Schools Corporation is looking to hire some new bus drivers, and they’re offering to help pay for their training. Continue reading
The Culver Town Council last week signed off on the substantial completion of the town’s water treatment plant project. Continue reading
Phishing schemes are once again on the Internal Revenue Service’s list of scams to watch out for, during this upcoming tax season. The IRS is releasing its annual “Dirty Dozen” tax scam list. Continue reading
