The Culver Community Schools Corporation is busy preparing for the upcoming school year. Interim Superintendent Chuck Kitchell told the school board Monday that one of the changes in 2016-2017 is the official consolidation of the middle and high schools into one facility. Continue reading
Knox Board of Works Cracks Down on Code Violations
Code enforcement and cleanup efforts are continuing in Knox. The Board of Works has four public hearings scheduled tomorrow for homes found to be in violation of the city’s building ordinances. Continue reading
FEDCO Sees Results from Entrepreneurship Programs
The Fulton Economic Development Corporation is touting the results of an initiative to spur entrepreneurship in the local area.
Continue readingIRS Issues Warning About Scams, Following Orlando Shooting
Those looking to help the victims of the recent mass-shooting in Orlando are urged to beware of possible fake charity scams. The Internal Revenue Service says it’s common for scammers to take advantage of people’s generosity following these types of events. Continue reading
Burglary Suspect Nabbed by Homeowner at Gunpoint
The LaPorte County Sheriff’s Office is releasing details in what is becoming a regular occurrence in the area.
Early Saturday morning, authorities were called to the 6000 West Block of Small Road to a burglary report. While traveling to the site, another burglary was reported a short distance away in the 900 North block of County Road 640 West.
Starke County Council to Resume Discussion of Sheriff’s Budget
The Starke County Council will consider Sheriff Bill Dulin’s request to transfer money within his budget when they meet this evening. Continue reading
Pulaski County Commissioners Discuss Former Sportsman’s Property Monday
The Pulaski County Commissioners will receive an update on the former Sportsman’s Bar and Grill when they meet this evening.
Local Driver Shares Truck Route Frustrations
Enforcement of the truck route to the Knox Industrial Park is creating headaches for at least one local over-the-road driver. Robert Clary of Knox attended last week’s city council meeting to express his frustration with not being able to use Culver Road to access the Knox Industrial Park. Continue reading
Winamac Park Board Ponders Ash Tree Issue
Dying ash trees continue to be a challenge for the Town of Winamac. More than 50 ash trees have been removed in recent weeks from the Town Park, but Park Manager Dave DeLorenzo says there’s still more work that needs to be done. Continue reading
Bicentennial Torchbearers Chosen
Indiana Gov. Michael Pence has selected 20 people from Starke County to be torchbearers in the Indiana Bicentennial Torch relay when it passes through Starke County on Friday, Oct. 7th. Continue reading
Culver School Board to Consider Policies for Upcoming School Year
The Culver School Board will consider a few policies for the 2016-2017 school year when they meet this evening. Board members are expected to discuss textbook adoption, book rental fees, and breakfast and lunch prices for the upcoming school year, as well as school handbooks. Continue reading
Kankakee Valley Broadcasting Plans Riverboat Adventure
Don’t miss the boat for the next Kankakee Valley Broadcasting trip. Ed Hasnerl is hosting a four day, three night Mississippi Riverboat Adventure Aug. 1-4. The first stop is Galena, Ill. for a day of antique shopping and lunch at the historic DeSoto House Hotel.
Mint Festival Festivities Continue in North Judson
The 40th annual Mint Festival is in full swing in North Judson. In addition to food and vendor booths on Lane Street and at Norwayne Field, activities abound today. Highlights include the car show in the United Methodist Church parking lot, the FFA Tractor Show at the elementary school, waterball fights at the old fire station on Main Street and the pet parade at the town park. The Cooking with Mint contest will take place at the Girl Scout Cabin. Continue reading
Winamac Park Board Considers Forming Advisory Council for Input, Fund-Raising Help
Winamac’s new park board may soon be getting some help. This week, board members began the process of forming an advisory council. Continue reading
Popcorn Store Set to Open in Knox
Necessity was the mother of invention for the owner of a new business in downtown Knox. Beth Adamik needed a place to feed her love of popcorn, so with the blessing of her husband she’s opening Poppin’ Off Popcorn at 4 North Pearl Street. Continue reading
Knox to Switch Curbside Recycling Containers
Knox residents will soon have new curbside recycling receptacles. The city council this week agreed to switch from open 18-gallon totes to 65-gallon wheeled containers with lids. Continue reading
INDOT Extends Community Crossings Application Deadline
The Indiana Department of Transportation is extending a deadline that may have an effect on county and municipal governments. Continue reading
Winamac Identifies Uses for LOIT Distribution
The Town of Winamac is formalizing a list of uses for the $194,000 the town received in Local Option Income Tax funds from the state. During Monday’s town council meeting, Town Manager Brad Zellers recommended that Winamac buy a new leaf machine with some of the money. Continue reading
MDwise Representative to Visit Pulaski Memorial
Those with questions about health insurance will have a chance to get them answered at Pulaski Memorial Hospital in Winamac. A representative from nonprofit health insurance company MDwise will be at the hospital on Wednesday to answer questions about the company’s health plans and some of the benefits offered. Continue reading
Culver Historical Society Raises Funds through Heritage Park Bricks
Culver’s Antiquarian and Historical Society says it is selling brick pavers to be placed in Heritage Park.
