Culver High School BPA Students Preparing for Nationals
The Culver Community High School Business Professionals of America members are gearing up to attend the BPA National Leadership Conference in Orland, Fla., May 8 – 12. Two students will be attending the conference, having advanced to Nationals from the State Leadership Conference in Indianapolis.
Justin Croy earned second place in Computer Modeling at State while Janele VanDePutte placed fourth at State to advance to the National competition at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort.
Starke County Prayer Breakfast to be Held in Knox Thursday
“It lasts just an hour – it begins at 7 a.m.,” said Hasnerl. “We have breakfast, we’ll have a short program and Rich Wallen is going to be there to provide some music. We’ve got a number of pastors participating. It’s rather ecumenical. The theme is Pray for America.”
Christo’s will be catering the breakfast and $8 tickets are available at the Knox Mayor’s Office or at the door.
Ed Hasnerl will be delivering a message of hope that we can take with us in order to help move our nation in a positive direction.
“We the people have to humble ourselves and I take that as meaning repent. We have to change our lives and then we can change the country,” Hasnerl said.
May Proclaimed Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month
The month of May has been proclaimed Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month in the state of Indiana by Governor Mike Pence, who is partnering with ABATE in urging motorists to check twice in looking for the motorcyclists with whom they share the road.
Studies show that in two-thirds of multiple-vehicle accidents involving motorcycles, the driver of the other vehicle violated the motorcyclists’ right-of-way, causing the collision. Multiple-vehicle crashes account for approximately 75 percent of all motorcycle accidents, and in light of that, the governor and ABATE are urging cooperation between all road users for successful traffic management and roadway safety.
Senior Food Box Program Announced by Food Finders Food Bank
Relaunched Restaurant Opens at Swan Lake Resort
Plymouth Mayor Mark Senter, Swan Lake Resort General Manager Geoff Payne, Swan Lake Resort President Pam Smith and others cut the ribbon to officially open the newly remodeled restaurant at Swan Lake Resort on Plymouth-LaPorte Trail. Dickie’s offers updated versions of American classics like buffalo macaroni and cheese and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. Join them for the Mother’s Day buffet.
LaPorte Police Looking for Teen’s Attackers
Officers from the LaPorte Police Department are searching for three male suspects who reportedly attacked a teenage girl around noon Monday as she was walking home from a friend’s house. The girl told the officers she noticed the three men crossing the street when she left a convenience store at the corner of Indiana Avenue and Osborn Street. She said the men followed her, even though she made several turns. The girl then reportedly took off running, and the suspects gave chase. She said they caught up with her in a driveway in the 500 block of B Street and pulled her shirt off. However, the resident of the home told police she was home all day with her dog, and she did not hear any commotion, nor did her dog bark. When officers retraced the girl’s steps they found her shoes at Plummer and A Streets. Her purse is still missing. The suspects are described as white males in their 20s wearing all black.
LaPorte Police Investigating Silver Theft
Police in LaPorte are investigating the theft of numerous sterling silver items valued at more than $2,200 from an antique store. The items, mostly jewelry, were taken sometime between April 21st and 24th from Coachman’s Antique Mall at the corner of Lincolnway and Jackson Streets, according to the police report. A store employee told the police that someone broke the lock off a display case and took the merchandise. Anyone with information about this theft is asked to call the LaPorte Police Department at 219-362-9446, or at www.lpcitypd.com to submit a crime tip. You can remain anonymous while providing important information to help make your community safer. Please be as specific as you can about the activity you are reporting.
John Risner
Funeral services for John Risner, 77, of North Judson, are Saturday, May 4 at 11 a.m. CDT at Braman & Bailey Funeral Home in North Judson. Visitation is Friday, May 3 from 4-8 p.m.
Initial Hearings Set in Starke Circuit Court for Higdon, Melton
Two suspects arrested in a month-long methamphetamine production investigation will have their initial hearings in Starke Circuit Court on Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 p.m.
Alfred Higdon, 40, and Shari Melton, 39, were arrested Thursday night after Knox City Police officers reportedly found methamphetamine precursors in a home in the 300 block of Delaware Street in Knox. Investigators also found meth and marijuana inside the residence.
Higdon and Melton were arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Precursors and Possession of Marijuana. They remain in the Starke County jail with a $10,000 surety bond.
Back to Business as Usual at NJ-SP
Last week regular business was interrupted after a bomb threat was found in the high school Thursday. The North Judson Police Department, the North Judson-Wayne Township Fire Department, school administrators and bomb sniffing dogs scoured the school but no device was found.
Knox BOW Approves Water Refund for JW Hicks
The Knox Board of Public Works discussed a billing issue with JW Hicks during their meeting last week.
Clerk-Treasurer Jeff Houston explained that a computer glitch created a problem in recognizing the correct water usage at the factory in the Industrial Park. The company had expanded its business a few months ago and an estimated usage was calculated as it wasn’t known how many gallons would be used. It was later learned that the average amount used was around 27,000 gallons.
Walorski Visits Starke County Chamber of Commerce
Representative Dermody Worked on Several Bills in Legislative Session
House Bill 1348 encourages 21st Century Scholar students to maintain a four-year graduation pace by basing financial assistance on classes completed rather than classes for which students have registered. The bill also extends the assistance into the summer months.
Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum Celebrates 25th Anniversary
The 25th anniversary of the Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum kicks off Saturday, May 4, with 25 percent off all train excursion fares for the entire day. Round-trip excursions start at the North Judson depot and travel across the Kankakee River through the Starke and LaPorte County countryside, providing passengers with beautiful sights and sounds as they travel in open-air cars, vintage cabooses, or a commuter coach.
Representative Gutwein Busy in State Legislature
Republican State Representative Doug Gutwein of Francesville worked on House Enrolled Act 1325 which provides payment to first responders who are deployed to a statewide disaster. The State Disaster Relief Fund also provides funds to local fire departments to bring in backup firefighters to replace to those who were helping their fellow Hoosiers in their time of need.
Healthy Food Alternatives Offered at Health Fair Friday
Studies Show Families Waste $25 Worth of Food Monthly
Statistics show that, on average, Hoosier families each toss about $25 worth of food into the trash can every month, but it’s not just Indiana; studies show that across the country, Americans throw out about 20 pounds of food every 30 days due to spoilage or an overabundance of leftovers. Jon Foley from the Institute on the Environment said there are strategies to reduce waste, such as paying closer attention to “sell-by” dates and planning menus alongside portion control. He said a change in shopping habits could also help.
Flooding Forces Fair Breakfast Cancellation
Flooding in the Winamac Town Park has forced the cancellation of Saturday’s Pulaski County Fair Association breakfast. A new date has not been set. The river is expected to remain above the 10 foot flood stage in Winamac until at least this afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. Additional rain is possible later this week. The river is also out of its banks near Ora, where flooding is affecting nearby homes. It’s not expected to crest until early tomorrow morning.
Willard W. Brown
A funeral mass for Willard W. Brown, 94, of Knox, is scheduled Thursday, May 2 at 10 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Knox. Visitation is Wednesday, May 1 from 4-8 p.m. at M.C. Smith Funeral Home, with a rosary service at 4.
