Repairs to the restrooms at the Pulaski County Courthouse are moving ahead. Last week, the county commissioners selected Malchow Construction of Francesville to make sewage pipe repairs. Continue reading
Starke County Commissioners Seek Board and Commission Members
The Starke County Commissioners are looking for local residents to fill seats on various boards and commissions in 2017. Qualifications vary by position and can include political affiliation, professional accreditation or residency. Party affiliation is determined by the most recent primary election in which the individual voted or letter of support provided by the party chairman. Continue reading
New 8th District Senator Sworn In
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A newly-elected state senator from Northwest Indiana recently took his oath of office. Republican Mike Bohacek of Michiana Shores replaces Democrat Jim Arnold of LaPorte, who did not run for reelection. Indiana’s 8th District includes portions of LaPorte, Starke and St. Joseph Counties. Continue reading
Authorities Identify Body Found in Wildlife Area, Schedule Autopsy
Authorities in LaPorte County have identified the man found dead Friday at the Kingsbury Fish & Wildlife Area. An autopsy is scheduled Monday to determine the cause and manner of his death. Continue reading
DNR, LaPorte County Sheriff’s Office Investigating After Body Found at Wildlife Area
Authorities in LaPorte County are investigating after a man’s body was found Friday at the Kingsbury Fish & Wildlife Area. Sheriff’s deputies and conservation officers responded Friday morning around 10 a.m. to the area of Tracy Road west of First Line Road. Continue reading
Sexting Public Service Campaign Honored by Indiana Broadcasters Association
WKVI’s collaborative effort with the Starke County Prosecutor’s Office to share a serious message recently received statewide recognition. The station was honored with its third Indiana Broadcasters Association Spectrum Award in as many years, this time in the Local Community Involvement category. The winning entry, entitled Sexting Campaign, drew some snickers from the audience when it was announced, but they quickly realized it’s no laughing matter when they heard the student-produced public service announcements. Continue reading
Culver Beach Lodge Renovation Plans Presented
Planned upgrades to the Culver Beach Lodge were explained to residents during Monday’s town council meeting. A public hearing was held on the plan, which was paid for in part by grant funding from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs. Continue reading
Pulaski County Commissioners Approve IT Department Merger
The Pulaski County Commissioners Monday voted to merge the county’s Microfilm Department into its IT Department. IT Director RB Walters told the commissioners the move would allow a part-time IT technician that he’s planning to hire to work in both areas. Continue reading
Starke County Highway Department Prepared for Seasonal Transition
The Starke County Highway Department is ready for winter weather. Superintendent Rik Ritzler told the county commissioners Monday all material, personnel and planning requirements are in place. Continue reading
Culver Schools Finalizes Monterey Building Sale
The Culver Community Schools Corporation has finalized the sale of the Monterey School Building. Interim Superintendent Chuck Kitchell says the corporation closed on the sale Monday. Lawrence and Diana Loehmer purchased the building and surrounding land for $60,000. Continue reading
Pressel Sworn in as State Representative
Indiana’s new legislators are now official General Assembly members. Rolling Prairie Republican Jim Pressel was among those sworn in during Tuesday’s organization day in the Indiana House Chamber, formally making him the state representative for House District 20. Continue reading
CMA Friesian Mounted Color Guard to Take Part in Chicago Thanksgiving Parade
A storied horse troop from Culver Military Academy is once again taking part in a longstanding holiday tradition.
Culver Military Academy’s Friesian Mounted Color Guard will be riding in the McDonald’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in Chicago. This is the third time in the past four years the color guard has participated in the parade. It will be televised regionally, nationally, and streamed online by WGN. Continue reading
N.J.-S.P. Teacher Receives Grant for Class Project
Agricultural education students at North Judson-San Pierre will be able to continue their study of mealworms, thanks to a $700 grant from the Northern Indiana Community Foundation. Teacher Emily DuVall says the project started with last year’s Natural Resources class and their weekly current events discussions. Continue reading
Federal, State and Local Governments Observe Thanksgiving
If you have business to conduct with a governmental agency, plan to do it today or wait until next week. Federal, state and local government offices are closed on Thanksgiving, and many are taking the following day off as well to give their employees a long weekend. Continue reading
INDOT Suspends Road Construction for Holiday Travel
The Indiana Department of Transportation is suspending road construction during the holiday travel period, but motorists are still urged to allow extra time to reach their weekend destinations. Continue reading
Police Cracking Down on Drunk Driving, Seatbelt Violations
Holiday travelers will see a stepped-up police presence on Indiana’s roadways. More than 250 state and local law enforcement agencies will conduct high-visibility patrols, encouraging motorists to drive sober and wear their seatbelts. Continue reading
Metro Recycling Proposal Prompts Requests for Zoning Change as Residents Question Secrecy
The Starke County Commissioners intend to ask the county plan commission to review the zoning designation of the North Judson Industrial Park. The issue came up at last night’s meeting during a discussion of the controversial and now defunct Metro Recycling transfer station project. North Judson residents Aaron Simerly and Carol Silhavy asked the commissioners how the project was kept so secret for so long and raised concerns about the environmental and economic effects such a business would have on the community. Continue reading
Pulaski Commissioners Approve Road Closure Requested by BraunAbility
Pulaski County Road 60 West, also known as Fitz Industrial Parkway, will be closed to through traffic, following action by the County Commissioners Monday. They voted to vacate the road between State Road 14 and 25 South. Continue reading
N.J.-S.P. Teacher Receives Grant for Bicentennial Program
A local teacher recently received a grant from the Northern Indiana Community Foundation to help fund an upcoming Indiana Bicentennial celebration. Donna Rowe teaches fourth grade at North Judson-San Pierre Elementary. That’s when students get their first formal exposure to Indiana history. Rowe says the $300 grant will offset the cost of a Bicentennial celebration on Dec. 9th. Continue reading
The Crossing Looks for Business Partnerships, Donations, Volunteers
The Crossing alternative school is looking to partner with some local businesses to provide job training opportunities for its students. Continue reading
