The Starke County Council has scheduled a special meeting to try to get a handle on expenses related to jail operations. They deferred Sheriff Bill Dulin’s request for an additional appropriation until they can take a closer look at things like utility costs for the building. It’s been open for a year, and extensive studies were done beforehand to project costs. The council should have findings from an energy audit in time for their scheduled June 13th meeting. It will take place at 5:30 p.m. at the annex building. Continue reading
Knox Schools Recognized for Music Education Efforts
The Knox Community School Corporation’s music program is getting some national recognition. The National Association of Music Merchants Foundation has included Knox on this year’s list of the Best Communities for Music Education. Continue reading
Automotive Passions Turn Into Competitive Success for Knox Student
The SCILL center in Knox is touting the performance of one of its students at a state-level competition.
Automotive technology students at the jobs training center attended the SkillsUSA competition in Hammond. Knox High School student Austin Burton placed third in the regional contest, allowing him to move onto the state competition.
Culver Town Council Ready to Adopt Park Alcohol Changes
Moving Starke County Forward Announces Summer Challenge
Moving Starke County Forward has announced its latest effort to help residents stay active over the summer. The theme for this year’s Get Moving Challenge is “Starke County Walks to the Moon.” Continue reading
Knox Schools Announce Registration Information
The Knox Community School Corporation has set registration dates, enrollment and transfer student guidelines for the 2016-17 school year. Click Knox Community School Corporation 2016-17 Registration Information for details and contact information for each of the three schools.
North Judson Council to Consider Community Center Funding Arrangements during Special Session
Funding efforts for a North Judson-Wayne Township community center continue to move ahead. The North Judson Town Council will meet in special session this evening at 6:00 to approve some of the necessary paperwork and local funding arrangements, according to Clerk-Treasurer Alicia Collins. Continue reading
Winamac Continues Planning for Park Board Appointments
As the Town of Winamac prepares to start appointing members to its new park board, town officials have been doing some research on how the board might work. Last week, representatives from Winamac visited Monticello to learn about their park board. Continue reading
Knox Mayor Elaborates on Independence Day Celebration Plans
A full day of activities is planned in downtown Knox on Saturday, July 2nd prior to the city’s annual fireworks display. It will take place at Wythogan Park this year instead of at the Starke County Airport. Continue reading
O-D Set to Hire A Superintendent
The hiring of a superintendent is one of several items on tonight’s Oregon-Davis School Board agenda. They will meet at 6 p.m. in the board room at the administration building. Continue reading
Sec. of State Attributes Voter Turnout to Candidates, Issues
Indiana Secretary of State Connie Lawson says Indiana reported a 38-percent voter turnout during May’s Primary Election.
Construction Begins Monday on U.S. 30 West of Hamlet
Today is the day work begins on a bridge on U.S. 30 just west of Hamlet.
Older Hoosiers Can Benefit from SNAP Program
Older Hoosiers aren’t signing up for federal food assistance programs, but many are going to local food banks for help each month. Statistics indicate 13 percent of Indiana’s food-bank clients are more than 60 years old. The National Council on Aging has an effort under way to close the “SNAP Gap.” Continue reading
Knox City Officials Announce Paper Shredding Event
Knox residents with piles of papers that need to be disposed of will have an opportunity to do just that in a few weeks. The City of Knox will host a free paper shredding event on Friday, June 24th from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the city hall parking lot at 101 West Washington Street. Continue reading
The Circus Comes to Hamlet in Early June
N.J.-S.P. Kindergarten Countdown Gets a Financial Boost
North Judson-San Pierre Elementary School’s Kindergarten Countdown program got a boost recently. The Northern Indiana Community Foundation donated $6,000 to the corporation for the program. Continue reading
Saturday Tour de Max Race Raises Funds for Charity
An annual bicycle tour of Marshall County will be taking place on Saturday, and the proceeds are for a good cause.
Tour de Max will be offering three bike routes consisting of 10 miles, 30 miles, or 63 miles of riding depending on your fitness level and competitiveness. Cyclists will start from the Train Depot in Culver.
Starke Council Approves EMS Full-Time Positions
Starke County EMS Director Keith Emigh hopes hiring two full-time paramedics will alleviate some of the staffing concerns for the county ambulance service. The council on Monday approved his request to hire two people for full-time positions. Continue reading
Commissioners Decide on Courthouse HVAC Option
The Starke County Commissioners this week decided to go with a less expensive, four-furnace heating and cooling system for the courthouse as part of the upcoming building renovation project. Commissioner Kathy Norem says the proposed scope of work includes regulator replacement.
Winamac Council Approves Additional Payment to Resolve Tree Dispute
The Winamac Town Council has taken action to resolve a dispute with a contractor hired to remove ash trees from the Town Park. Last week, the council voted to withhold $1,650 of the town’s $20,000 payment to TD’s Tree Service. Park Manager Dave DeLorenzo had reported that the firm cut down some trees that the town planned to remove itself, while four other ash trees were left standing. Continue reading
