Week in Review for March 21st-25th, 2011

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Here is just some of the news that made the news in the Kankakee Valley this week:

Sam Frain has been named the second district acting Republican Party Chairman. He is finishing the term of Joyce Smith who passed away Wednesday. A caucus will be held in April to permanently fill the vacancy and Frain is expected to be a candidate for the position.

The Eastern Pulaski School Board may eliminate the Driver’s Training course from its curriculum. While most school corporations offer the class in the summer and through private contractors, Eastern Pulaski offers it as an elective class during the school year. Continue reading →

Fishing Season is Underway

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Do you have your boat dusted off for the fishing season? Conservation Officer, Keith Wildeman, says many people are doing just that. The fishes are not that big as what Jimmy John Shark caught, but they’re big enough to be proud of, if you’re lucky enough to catch one.

“A number of folks have been hitting Bass Lake and Koontz Lakes and the rivers,” said Wildeman. “Right now is a popular time for Walleye and Northern Pike fishing on the rivers. I’d like to remind folks to check the regulations. Regulations are available free of charge at most license vendors. Fishing licenses, up until March 31st, still require a 2010 fishing license as they are valid from April 1st to March 31st. Starting April 1st, the 2011 licenses are what folks are required.”

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Plymouth Man Arrested after Eluding Police by Swimming in River

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Brandon Borem

A Plymouth man was arrested Wednesday evening after an officer showed up at his apartment to conduct a probation check and he attempted to escape police.

Police say an officer was dispatched to a residence at 301 E. Garro street in Plymouth after probation requested to check the subject to see if he had been drinking.

Once police arrived, Brandon Borem, 21, jumped out of his bathroom window then swam across the river.

After he got out of the water, police arrested Borem for Public Intoxication.

Jackie Walorski Announces Her Candidacy for Congress in 2012

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Jackie Walorski

Jackie Walorski, who narrowly lost the 2nd District Congressional race to Joe Donnelly in November, has announced her intentions to run in the 2012 race.

“I couldn’t wait to get down here to talk to you and your listeners about it because I think the economy needs to get back on track and the country needs to get back on track,” Walorski told Ted Hayes. “All we’ve heard since January, since this last race, is more spending and more taxing and borrowing. The American people said no. I know we’re the early bird, but I think when you’re talking about an economy that’s heading for a wall I think there is no time to waste.”

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Marshall County Police Ask For Assistance in Locating Missing Woman

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Marshall County police are reporting that 21-year-old Kristan Kye Wright hasn’t been seen since she left her grandmother’s house around noon on Friday, March 11.

Wright’s grandmother stated that she said she was going to work, but she never showed up at the Plymouth restaurant where she works as a waitress. No contact has been made with relatives or known friends since then.

Police said there is no indication of foul play and they believe Wright might have left on her own free will. However, they say want the public’s assistance in finding her.

Wright has been known to have acquaintances on South Bend’s west side, possibly in the Western Avenue and Indiana Avenue areas, say police. At the time of her disappearance she was driving a green 1999 Buick Regal 4-door with Indiana registration MG3847.

If you have any information, call (574) 936-3187 or 1-800-800-6999.

Week in Review for March 14th-18th, 2011

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Here is just some of the news that made the news in the Kankakee Valley this week:

The North Judson Police Department is investigating a break-in at Rays Super Foods that occurred on Friday in the early morning hours. Anyone with information about this crime is to call North Judson police at (574) 772-5914.

This week is Severe Weather Preparedness Week. Severe weather can happen at any time this spring. Stay prepared with a disaster kit with a battery powered radio, non-perishable food items and a flashlight. Continue reading →

Better Business Bureau Urges Caution When Donating to Japanese Relief Charity

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The Better Business Bureau is urging you to be cautious when donating to a Japanese earthquake and tsunami relief charity.

The BBB warns that fraudulent charities may scam donations from Hoosiers. When donating to a charity, be cautious when relying on bloggers or other website recommendations regarding charities.

Find out who will benefit from your donation in Japan and what type of assistance will be provided. Be wary of claims that 100 percent of donations will assist Japan. Despite what an organization might claim, charities have fundraising and administrative costs and a portion of your donation will be used for those purposes.

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Tom and Lenny Take the Sibo’s Challenge!

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WKVI’s Tom Berg and Lenny Dessauer agreed to take the Sibo’s challenge – the consumption of a three pound hamburger!  Now, the hamburger patties are three pounds.  With the lettuce, 10 pieces of cheese, tomatoes, onions, a piece of ham, and pickles, it actually weighs almost five pounds.  PLUS, they have to eat all of their fries AND potato salad in 45 minutes.  Did they make it??? Continue reading →