Work has started on the latest amenity at Wythogan Park in Knox. Mayor Dennis Estok told the city council Tuesday construction of the band stage is under way. It’s at the southeastern end of the park between the main entrance and U.S. 35. Continue reading
The Town of Winamac may soon consider updating its zoning ordinance to bring it in line with Pulaski County’s. Pulaski County Community Development Commission Executive Director Nathan Origer appeared before the town council Monday. He says he’s been working with Town Manager Brad Zellers and the Winamac Plan Commission to adapt the county’s ordinance for the town’s use. Continue reading
The Eastern Pulaski School Board wants more information before proceeding with an upgrade to the exterior lights on the campus. Superintendent Dan Foster says the existing lights on the buildings are older and not especially energy efficient. They’re also set on timers, which need to be reset frequently as the days get shorter. Continue reading
The Oregon-Davis High School Class of 2017 will take part in a longstanding school tradition. Superintendent Don Harman says the school board this week approved the annual trip to Orlando, Fla. for the grad bash at Universal Studios. Continue reading
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division says drowning deaths are on the decline.
A Knox-based furniture manufacturer appears to be headed for tax sale.
The Knox City Council conducted a public hearing on the proposed 2017 budget with no fanfare during their Tuesday night meeting. Clerk-Treasurer Jeff Houston says it’s pretty straightforward. Continue reading
Ash tree removal continues in Winamac. Now, it’s the trees along state highways that are ready to be cut down. Continue reading
The Culver Community Schools Corporation is getting ready to search for its next superintendent. The school board last week requested some information about how much it would cost to get some outside help with the search. Continue reading
The Oregon-Davis School Board this week approved a contract with a curriculum coach. Superintendent Don Harman says the corporation received a grant to pay for a consultant from Educational Equitable Services as part of their K-12 Boost program. Continue reading
Extensive building renovations at the Eastern Pulaski Schools are almost finished. Superintendent Dan Foster anticipates substantial completion by mid-October, which is mostly on schedule. He says the elementary is down to cleanup work and putting the finishing touches on the fifth grade classroom and restrooms. Continue reading
Paving work is underway on several downtown Knox streets thanks to a matching grant the city received from the Indiana Department of Transportation. Mayor Dennis Estok told the city council Tuesday night several streets have already been paved with Community Crossings money. Continue reading
Paving projects are getting underway in the Town of Winamac. Town Manager Brad Zellers told the town council Monday that Central Paving’s bid of $212,886.50 met the town’s requirements. He said the company planned to do milling work this week, then start with the actual paving. Continue reading
Wintersong Village in Knox is hosting a fundraiser on Thursday they hope will support Starke County’s law enforcement officers.
The Pulaski County Council is preparing to move forward with the development of internal controls.
