The North Judson Police Department had a successful month in May. That’s according to Interim Town Marshal Frank Thomas. Continue reading
North Judson Police Department Touts Success, Discusses Code Enforcement
Improvements Anticipated at Hamlet Town Hall
People visiting the Hamlet Town Hall will see the new counter and doors and doors installed in the clerk’s office and other parts of the Town Hall, which have improved security as well as the ambiance of the area. The work will be completed soon. Continue reading
West Central Approves Student Transfer Policy
The West Central School Board last week approved a student transfer policy for the 2016-17 academic year. They also set the number of transfers per grade level the corporation can accept. Continue reading
WoodStarke Organizers Get to Work
Planning is underway for this year’s WoodStarke festival at Wythogan Park. Continue reading
‘Cemetery Crawl’ Planned for Culver Area
Residents have a chance to learn some local history by taking a tour of Culver-area cemeteries this month. The Marshall County Genealogical Society is organizing a “cemetery crawl” for Tuesday, June 21, and they’re inviting members of the public to join them. Continue reading
Highway Superintendent Elaborates on Plans for State Money
Starke County officials hope to use available state funds to significantly accelerate their bridge replacement schedule. Highway Superintendent Rik Ritzler told the commissioners Monday evening their asset management plan to apply for matching money from the state includes two projects. Continue reading
Pulaski County Seeks Partnership In Exchange for Purdue Extension Offerings
Pulaski County is hoping to form a bit of a partnership with Purdue Extension that allows them better IT services.
The extension offices are linked with the county, but are considered a separate organization. Pulaski County provides assistance in the case of an IT problem, but says the addition of classes offered through IVY tech may require further assistance.
West Central Establishes Learning Lab/Alternative Education Program
West Central High School students will have expanded educational opportunities during the upcoming school year thanks to a program approved last week by the school board. Superintendent Don Street says the learning lab/alternative education program has endless possibilities, including allowing students to retake courses in nontraditional classrooms or take courses not currently offered at West Central. Continue reading
Gilsinger Chosen as Grand Marshal of Pulaski County 4-H Parade
A longtime Pulaski County businessman has been chosen as the grand marshal of this year’s Pulaski County 4-H Parade. Paul Gilsinger is being honored not only for his many years of owning the local John Deere dealership but also for his community involvement, specifically as a Kiwanis Club member and active 4-H supporter. Continue reading
North Judson Civil War Reenactment to Coincide with Bicentennial Torch Relay
A Civil War reenactment may be coming to North Judson this fall, but instead of recreating famous battles from the American South, organizers plan to focus on local soldiers returning home at the end of the war. The North Judson Town Council Monday approved a request from Andy Martin to stage the reenactment on Friday, October 7 and Saturday, October 8 at the Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum. Continue reading
Forever Stamp Commemorates Indiana’s Bicentennial
A photograph of a rural Kosciusko County landscape graces Indiana’s Statehood Forever Stamp. It’s available at U.S. Post Office locations across the Hoosier State today in celebration of Indiana’s bicentennial. Continue reading
Rise in Syphilis Cases Prompts Stronger Testing Recommendations
Moving Starke County Forward Announces Prize Drawing for Walking Challenge Participants
Moving Starke County Forward is providing an incentive to help Starke County residents get active and stay healthy. Those who sign up to take part in this year’s walking challenge, “Starke County Walks to the Moon,” by this Friday will be entered into a drawing to win a Fitbit Flex. Continue reading
Wanatah to Host Second Annual 5K Run/Walk
Local runners have the chance to test their skills in Wanatah this weekend, while helping to support the local community. On Saturday, the town is hosting its second annual 5K run/walk race to help raise money for the Wanatah Scarecrow Festival and the LaCrosse High School Athletic Department. Continue reading
Card Shower Planned for Recent Library Retiree
Starke County Public Library patrons are encouraged to take part in a card shower for a recent retiree. Mary Wharton quietly retired from the Henry F. Schricker branch in Knox on May 27th after 24 years of service. She would not allow her coworkers to throw any sort of party or reception in her honor. Continue reading
LaPorte Police Department Investigating Armed Robbery
Police in LaPorte are looking for a man accused of robbing a gas station at gunpoint early Saturday morning. Continue reading
North Judson Man, Portage Woman Injured in Motorcycle Wreck
A North Judson man and his passenger were injured in a single-vehicle motorcycle accident last night on I-94 eastbound near Chesterton. It happened just before 8 p.m., according to the Indiana State Police. Continue reading
North Judson Council Votes to Proceed with Community Center Project, Delays Additional Decisions
Efforts to build a community center in North Judson continue, as town officials consider a potential location. Organizers had previously planned to apply this week for grant funding from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs to help cover the cost of building a new community center on donated land north of the town’s fire station. Continue reading
Pulaski Commissioners Show Support for Federal PMH Financing
The Pulaski County Commissioners have provided a letter of support for a project upgrading Pulaski Memorial Hospital.
Officials have already sought special financing from the county to help pay for certain upgrades in the form of a storage facility and upgrades to the parking lot. This is only one part of the project, according to discussion during Monday night’s Commissioner’s meeting.
Truck Route Implementation Moves Forward
The GPS systems used by over-the-road truck drivers should soon be updated to reflect the truck routes in Knox and North Judson. Starke County Economic Development Foundation Executive Director Charlie Weaver told the county commissioners last night 26 separate GPS providers have accepted the revised routes, but he doesn’t have an implementation schedule just yet. Continue reading
