An agenda item for Monday’s Knox School Board meeting, non-renewal of Knox High School Assistant Principal David Miller’s contract, was removed from the agenda, when the board convened. Continue reading
N.J.-S.P. Board to Consider “Right Sizing”
The North Judson-San Pierre School Board will consider framework for “right sizing” the corporation when they meet this evening. That’s according to the advance agenda for their 7 p.m. meeting at the corporation office. Enrollment at N.J.-S.P. has declined significantly over the past decade. So have state funds allocated to rural school districts. Voters who live within the North Judson-San Pierre School Corporation overwhelmingly rejected a general fund referendum last fall. Continue reading
North Judson Moves Ahead with Grant Application for Water Tower Project
The Town of North Judson continues to move ahead with its water tower rehabilitation project. The Town Council Monday approved a resolution to submit a planning grant application and commit $3,300 for the town’s share of the project cost. Commonwealth Engineers, the firm selected for the project, is proposing a $30,000 budget. Continue reading
Ancilla College Growth Continues
Ancilla College continues to expand its offerings for students. Vice President of Enrollment Management Eric Wignall says the school will have some new sports teams next school year, and that’s just the beginning. Continue reading
ISP Initiative Aims to Educate Youth on Cyber Victimization
Sen. Donnelly’s Offices Doing Work for Library of Congress Project in Warsaw
One of Indiana’s U.S. Senate representatives will be hosting a Veterans History Project in Warsaw at the end of this month.
Affordable Care Act Brings Changes to Tax Preparation
There may be a few changes this year in the way you prepare your taxes, thanks to the Affordable Care Act. For the first time, certain taxpayers may be getting health care information forms to help them complete their tax returns and keep with their tax records. Continue reading
Starke Council to Consider Rainy Day Fund Loan
The Starke County Council will consider a request for a loan from the rainy day fund to supplement the general fund budget when they meet this evening. Their meeting starts at 5:30 p.m. at the annex building. Continue reading
Efforts for Stelrema Continued with Spring Open House Planned
A follow-up to a November open house could be in the former Stelrema Building’s future.
The site, located on U.S. 35 North of Knox, has sat empty since 2012. That’s when Stelrema’s parent company Gettig Technologies filed for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy protections.
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Local Organization Among Grant Recipients for Addiction Services
Two organizations offering addiction treatment services have received a grant to help expand the services.
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You Cut, You Haul Firewood Available at State Park
Certain downed, dead trees at Tippecanoe River State Park are available for public cutting and removal through mid-March.
Park staff are dropping hazardous trees and those damaged by the emerald ash borer (EAB) insect and placing them where the public can come in, cut them up and haul them away for use as firewood. The park is charging $10 per pickup load, and all proceeds will be used to enhance the natural areas of Tippecanoe River State Park. Continue reading
Some Local Offices Closed for Presidents Day
Some government offices are closed today in observance of Presidents Day, while elsewhere its business as usual. The City of Knox, Town of Culver and Pulaski County government are all observing the holiday. Continue reading
North Judson Police Investigating Hit and Run
The North Judson Police Department is investigating a Saturday afternoon hit-and-run property damage accident. Continue reading
New SCILL Program Benefits from Haas Foundation Grant
A local organization dedicated to improving the skills of the labor force in Starke County and the surrounding areas has received a bit of a boost.
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North Judson Kiwanis Club Raising Money for Riley
A local civic organization is encouraging community members to “give up a little so we can give a lot” to Riley Children’s Hospital. Dave Altman with the North Judson Kiwanis Club says the fundraiser coincides with Lent, although that wasn’t the original intention. The idea is to give up something like a donut, Paczki, can of pop or meal out for 40 days and donate the money you would spend on it to the Kiwanis Club for their Riley Children’s Hospital fundraiser. It started two weeks ago and wraps up March 13th. Continue reading
INDOT Offers Opportunities for College Students
College students with an interest in civil engineering or transportation can take advantage of opportunities offered by the Indiana Department of Transportation. Applications for Governor’s Summer Internships and civil engineering scholarships are currently being accepted. Continue reading
Culver Winterfest Continues This Weekend
Day two of festivities will take place in Culver today with the weather almost too fitting for the occasion.
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Disaster Assessment App Available for State Use
Counties that suffer damages as a result of a natural disaster in Indiana can use a new app to submit their information more efficiently to the Indiana Department of Homeland Security. It will streamline data gathering and confirmation following a disaster, with the goal of faster reporting for federal assistance for homeowners, renters and businesses. Continue reading
Upcoming Job Fairs Look to Match Employers with Potential Employees
LaPorte County Crash Claims a Life
One person is dead following a head-on collision on U.S. 421 between Wanatah and LaCrosse Thursday afternoon. Continue reading
