The Indiana Commission for Higher Education is promoting more opportunities through the EARN Indiana program.
Hamlet Council Discusses Use of New Park Cameras
New security cameras have been installed in the Hamlet Town Park in recent months, but not everyone’s happy with the technology upgrade. Continue reading
Court Date Set for Former Pulaski Sheriff Gayer
Former Pulaski County Sheriff Michael Gayer is set to appear in court for the first time in early September.
Knox Mayor Encourages More Support for City Fireworks Display
Knox Mayor Dennis Estok says the city got tremendous bang for its buck from July’s Fun Day in the Park and downtown fireworks display.
“It was a lot cleaner, a lot more organized, and we just drew a lot more people into townI ,” Estok said during Monday’s town hall meeting with residents. “I met a couple guys from Rensselaer that were playing cornhole. Not in the tournament, but they were there, and they loved every bit of it. So they’re going to tell their friends you can go to Knox and have a good time.” Continue reading
Knox Officials Outline Budget Schedule
The Knox City Council will conduct a budget work session prior to their Aug. 23rd meeting. They’re also scheduled to adopt the 2017 salary ordinance on third reading that evening. It passed unanimously on second reading Tuesday night. Continue reading
NIPSCO Issues Reminder to Use 811 Before Summer Building Projects End
NIPSCO is sending out one final reminder for those summer building and landscaping projects.
Job Fair Looks to Create Opportunities in Starke County
Jobseekers will have the chance to locate opportunities later this month in Starke County.
DHS Makes Safety Recommendations for Returning College Students
LaPorte Authorities Think Fast, Neutralize Suicidal Subject
North Judson Railroad Lease Discussed
More details have been revealed in the planned lease of North Judson’s short line railroad. Last month, the town council selected Lake State Railway to lease and operate the line. Continue reading
Knox May Scrap Harvest Festival
Knox will not be hosting a Harvest Festival this year. That question was raised during Mayor Dennis Estok’s Monday town hall meeting. He says a lot of work goes into the event, and a lot of volunteers are needed to pull it off. Continue reading
Hamlet Finalizing Yellowstone Trail Fest Preparations
The Town of Hamlet is getting ready for next weekend’s Yellowstone Trail Fest. During Wednesday’s town council meeting, Town Marshal Frank Lonigro, Jr. agreed to have the police department provide traffic control during the Rainbow Splash 5K, as it did last year. Water and Street Superintendent Fred Rowe said the town also has street barricades ready. Continue reading
Phone Scam Targeting Knox Schools Parents with Textbook Fee Request
The Knox Community School Corporation is alerting parents and community members about an attempted scam reported in the area.
Culver Misses Out on Stellar, but Intends Future Attempts
Knox City Council Approves Additional Stop Signs
Additional stop signs will soon be added within the Knox city limits. The council Tuesday night approved the recommendation to place signs at several intersections but deferred a decision to place more signs on Main Street. Continue reading
Winamac Council to Revisit Paving Bids Again
After the process was already delayed once, the Town of Winamac now plans to start over from the beginning, when it comes to paving bids. Continue reading
Knox Demolition Efforts Continue
Knox Mayor Dennis Estok reports that progress continues on the demolition of the blighted house at 108 Allen Drive that the city recently acquired. The Knox Street Department has been working since Monday to tear down the structure on the property. The city hopes to have the work completed within the next week. Photos provided.
Public Hearing Scheduled for North Judson Railroad Lease
Members of the public will have the chance to offer their input on the lease of North Judson’s short-line railroad. Last month, the town council selected Lake State Railway to lease the line. Tonight, the town’s holding a public hearing on the lease at 6:30 at North Judson Town Hall. Continue reading
Knox Council Shifts Funds for K-9 Vehicle
The Knox City Police Department has funds lined up to buy a patrol vehicle for their K-9 officer. Mayor Dennis Estok says the Chevrolet Tahoe to accommodate the dog and equipment carries a price tag of about $40,000. Last week the Knox Redevelopment Commission pledged $20,000 from the Tax Increment Financing account toward the purchase. The council’s share of the money will come from the city’s share of riverboat gambling proceeds and the Economic Development Income Tax fund. Continue reading
Officer Dog Bite Details Revealed at Pulaski Council Meeting
It’s the worst dog bite he’s ever seen.
Sheriff Jeff Richwine filled the Pulaski County Council in on an incident involving one of their deputies and the Starke County K-9 unit. The incident occurred on August 1st when officers were pursuing an assailant on a four-wheeler.
