The Indiana Department of Transportation is reminding motorists to stay alert for deer crossing local roadways.
Starke Commissioners Recommend Funding Source for New Ambulance
The Starke County Commissioners have recommended a funding source for a new ambulance, and now it’s up to the county council to act. EMS Director Keith Emigh says the trucks in his fleet range from 1998 with a 1988 box to a problem-free 2013 rig with 58,000 miles. A 2003 ambulance with 167,000 miles and a 2009 truck with a history of mechanical problems round out the fleet.
Pulaski Highway Department Preparing for 2017 Community Crossings Funding
Pulaski County has signed an agreement that will allow them to access money received through INDOT’s Community Crossings grant program.
Oregon-Davis School Board Works to Develop Strategic Plan
The Oregon-Davis School Corporation is working to identify a few items in their buildings that will require future replacement.
Following last Monday’s school board meeting, members toured the school corporation to discuss what should be included in a future “Strategic Plan.” The goal is to estimate the cost of replacing items essential to operating the schools, and estimating their lifespan.
Culver Schools Schedule Cyber Safety Presentations
Students at the Culver Community Schools Corporation are learning how to keep themselves safe online. Elementary School Principal Erin Proskey told the school board Monday that a member of the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force is giving presentations to students at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. Continue reading
Pulaski County Health Department Schedules Flu Shot Clinic
The Pulaski County Health Department is hosting a flu shot clinic through the end of the week. It’s open to children and adults on a first-come, first-served basis. Continue reading
Starke County Voting Machine Test Scheduled Friday
Starke County officials are preparing for the upcoming election. They will be testing electronic voting machines on Friday, Oct. 7th at 1 p.m. in the second floor hallway of the Starke County Courthouse. Members of the public are welcome to attend and observe the test. Continue reading
Starke County Chamber Accepting Henry F. Schricker Award Nominations
The Starke County Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the annual Henry F. Schricker Community Service Award. It’s given to a local resident who embodies the former governor and North Judson native’s credo of “service before self.” Continue reading
Community Foundation Grant Deadline This Friday
The Starke County Community Foundation has some grant deadlines coming up at the end of this week, and they hope to garner as much interest as possible.
Starke Hospital, LLC Extends Lease with County
Starke County will continue to have a hospital for the foreseeable future. Continue reading
Fix Proposed for Jail Sewage Problem
The Starke County Commissioners want one more price quote before authorizing an upgrade to the sewer screen at the jail. It should keep commissary trash inmates are flushing down the toilets from getting into the Knox sewer system. Continue reading
Pulaski Commissioner Addresses Some Recent Online Criticism
A Pulaski County Commissioner who has been known to enter into some heated exchanges with representatives of the Community Development Commission struck a softer tone, Monday night.
Applications Now Available for Hamlet Town Marshal Position
Hamlet is looking for a new town marshal. Frank Lonigro is resigning from the position, but has agreed to stay on until a replacement is found, according to Hamlet Clerk-Treasurer Kristina Pitts. Continue reading
Grants Awarded for Rural Infrastructure Projects
Starke County will be able to update some of its infrastructure in the coming years, thanks to federal transportation funding. The Indiana Department of Transportation announced Monday that it’s distributing nearly $80 million in federal funds to rural communities around the state. Continue reading
Knox Officials Seeking Street Name Suggestions
The City of Knox is taking suggestions to for a new street name. One of the Community Crossings grant-funded projects will extend 150 South from South Heaton Street next to Sandy Acres Park to Roosevelt Road just past the Knox bus barn.
Knox Clerk-Treasurer Jeff Houston last week suggested the city come up with a street name for the road rather than continuing to refer to it as 150 South. Continue reading
Monterey School Building Draws Interest from Two Potential Buyers
Just over halfway through the bidding period, the Monterey School Building has been generating some interest. The two-week auction on the property began on September 23. Continue reading
Starke County Chamber Hosting Meet the Candidates Night
Starke County voters will have a chance to acquaint themselves with candidates for federal, state and local office tomorrow night in Knox. Continue reading
Fatal LaPorte County Crash Remains Under Investigation
The cause of a fatal Monday afternoon crash that shut down a LaPorte County highway for nearly two hours remains under investigation. Emergency responders were dispatched at 1:42 p.m. to U.S. 20 west of Johnson Road for a serious injury crash. They soon discovered the driver of a blue Buick passenger vehicle was deceased. Investigators believe the Buick was traveling eastbound on U.S. 20 near Pinetree Drive, suddenly crossed over the center line into the path of an oncoming Able Disposal truck and hit it head-on. Continue reading
Price Point Getting Close for Pulaski Westside Industrial Land Acquisition
Pulaski Commissioners Plan Update on Industrial Park Development
The Pulaski County Commissioners will receive an update from representatives of the CDC when they meet Monday evening.
