The president of the Starke County Park Board will discuss funding for a five-year plan with the county commissioners when they meet this evening. The commissioners previously agreed to allocate up to $15,000 for that purpose, as a five-year plan is a requirement for most grant funding. Continue reading
Winamac Park Board Seeks Input on Town Park Restrooms
The condition of the Winamac Town Park’s restroom facilities has the town’s park board seeking additional input from residents. Continue reading
Pulaski Commissioners Meeting Tonight
The Pulaski County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting tonight. A flexible cash rent agreement is scheduled to be considered, as is a proof of government ownership document for the county’s ambulance service. Continue reading
Report Raises Concerns About Water Quality, Cost
Indiana has a big problem when it comes to water resources, according to a new report. The Indiana Finance Authority’s (IFA’s) report on Indiana’s aging water infrastructure was conducted as a result of legislation drafted last year by Sen. Ed Charbonneau, R-Valparaiso. Continue reading
West Central School Board Approves Bus Purchases
The West Central School Corporation is getting a couple new buses. Superintendent Don Street says the school board approved the purchases last week. Continue reading
Hamlet Schedules Holiday Decorating Contest
The Town of Hamlet is getting into the Christmas spirit. A brief tree lighting ceremony was held last Wednesday, prior to the regular park board and town council meetings. Continue reading
Christmas Lights Shine in Pulaski for 27th Year
A holiday tradition returns to a rural Pulaski County community for the 27th year. Each December the town of Pulaski, nestled along the bank of the Tippecanoe River just off State Road 119 lights up the month of December with various animated attractions. Continue reading
West Central School Board Reviews ISTEP Scores, Approves School Improvement Plans
The West Central School Corporation is focusing on improving English and writing skills, after getting the results of the 2016 ISTEP. Continue reading
Starke and Pulaski Counties Report Over 50-percent Voter Turnout
More than half of registered voters in Starke and Pulaski Counties cast ballots in last month’s General Election, according to figures released by the Indiana Secretary of State’s Office. Continue reading
Winamac Park Board Decides Against Traffic Study to Resolve Town Park Speed Limit Issue
The speed limit in the Winamac Town Park appears to be staying where it is, even though it may not technically be enforceable. Continue reading
Peppermint Parade Returns to Downtown Knox Today
Santa Claus is coming to town today as part of the downtown Knox Peppermint Parade’s return. The jolly old elf will lead the procession through town at 2 p.m. to his house at Wythogan Park, where he will visit with children of all ages as they enjoy cookies, cocoa and s’mores leading up to the 5 p.m. lighting of the town’s Christmas tree. Horse-drawn carriage rides will also be offered Continue reading
New Hamlet Street Signs to Recognize Yellowstone Trail, Encourage Safe Driving
The Town of Hamlet looks to recognize some of its history, with the installation of a street sign downtown. The sign commemorating the route of the Yellowstone Trail was donated to the town by Juanita Ketcham, one of the organizers of the town’s annual Yellowstone Trail Festival. Continue reading
Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum Accepting Guest Engineer Reservations
If you’ve got a train enthusiast on your Christmas list, the Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum has a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity available for him or her. They are taking reservations now for their 2017 guest engineer program. Continue reading
North Judson Meth Bust Results in One Arrest
A North Judson woman is in jail after officers from the Starke County Major Crimes Unit conducted a drug investigation at a rural residence Thursday afternoon. Continue reading
Starke County Major Crimes Makes Three Arrests at Meth Lab
Officers from the Starke County Major Crimes Unit served two warrants and made three meth-related arrests Thursday morning at a North Judson residence. Continue reading
Freight Depot Acquisition Approved by Winamac Park Board
The Winamac Park Board has decided to take ownership of the Pulaski County Historical Society’s freight depot, but not its replica log cabin. The Historical Society offered the park board both buildings, as well as the caboose, in hopes the town could better utilize them. Continue reading
Hamlet Working to Better Track Water Usage
The Town of Hamlet is looking to keep better track of its water. Water and Street Superintendent Fred Rowe told the town council Wednesday that roughly 50 water meters are still missing, broken, or otherwise not functioning properly. Continue reading
North Judson Police Hiring Part-Time, Reserve Officers
The North Judson Police Department is hiring part-time and reserve officers. Applicants must be at least 21 with a valid driver’s license and have at least a high school diploma or GED. They must also be able to pass a drug screening and criminal background check and be permitted to carry a handgun through the State of Indiana. Continue reading
Christmas Celebrations Planned in North Judson, Knox
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Starke County, with several holiday happenings scheduled this weekend. Festivities get underway tonight in North Judson with the lighting of the town’s Christmas Tree at Norwayne Field. Santa will be on hand for the 6 p.m. community celebration. Children can visit with him at the top of the hill by the fireplace, and cookies and cocoa will also be served. Continue reading
SCILL Center to Give Away Coats to Those in Need
Anyone in need of a coat this winter will have a chance to get one for free tomorrow. The Starke County Initiative for Lifelong Learning has been organizing a coat drive for the past few weeks, and tomorrow, they’ll be handing them out. Continue reading
