The State of Indiana expects a million jobs to open up over the next 10 years, but finding people to fill them remains a challenge. That’s the message the Indiana Department of Workforce Development shared with Starke County manufacturers, educators, and elected officials last week. Continue reading
NIPSCO Anticipates Uptick in Winter Gas Bills
NIPSCO is predicting the average winter heating bill will increase this year compared to last year. Continue reading
State Sen. Arnold Honored by Aviation Indiana
A Democrat state senator out of LaPorte has been honored once again by a group supporting airports across the state.
WKVI Staff to Take Part in Charity Fundraiser
Let the WKVI staff serve you tomorrow night. We’ll be waiting table at the Knox Pizza Hut from 4 until 8 p.m., and all of our tips will go to Pizza Hut: The Literacy Project. It’s an outgrowth of the restaurant chain’s “Book It!” program, which rewards reading with certificates for Personal Pan Pizzas. Continue reading
Fall Hydrant Flushing Scheduled in Knox
Starting today, crews from the Knox Water Department will be flushing hydrants throughout the city . Work will be done during the day, and motorists are asked to avoid driving through areas where they see water department employees flushing hydrants. Continue reading
American Oak Honored for 100 Years in Business by SCEDF
A North Judson business was honored for 100 years of operation by the Starke County Economic Development Foundation Thursday. American Oak Preserving Company was founded by Frederick and Charley Vorm in 1916, specializing in the preservation of oak leaves for decorative uses. Continue reading
Work to Start Soon on Building for Starke County Coroner
The Starke County Coroner’s Office will soon have a permanent location. The county commissioners Thursday voted to hire Royal Star Builder to construct a pole barn-style structure with a poured concrete floor near the Starke County Jail for a cost of $35,000. The contractor agreed to pour the floor and lay the posts right away in case the weather turns bad. He advised the project should be complete by Dec. 1. Continue reading
O-D School Board Approves Staff CPR Offering
The Oregon-Davis School Corporation is making it easier for staff members to obtain their CPR certification. Superintendent Don Harman says the corporation encourages them to take part in an offering approved by the school board Monday night. Continue reading
Culver Receives Bid for Safe Routes to School Construction
The Town of Culver has received a bid for sidewalk work as part of the town’s Safe Routes to School Project. Continue reading
Eastern Pulaski School Board Gets Good Class of 2016 Report
The Winamac Community High School Class of 2016 is doing well overall, according to information shared Monday with the school board. Superintendent Dan Foster says of the 100 or so graduates, 73 percent are pursuing some sort of post-secondary training. Continue reading
Peppermint Parade Returning to Downtown Knox
Plans are in the works to revive the Peppermint Parade in downtown Knox. It will take place Saturday, Dec. 3 at 2 p.m. and will kick off a day of holiday-themed festivities. Parade entries are due to the mayor’s office by Friday, Nov. 18. There is no fee, and late entries will not be accepted. Continue reading
INDOT Urges Residents to Mind Right-of-Way to Display Campaign Signs
Indiana Tree Stand Fall Prompts Safety Reminder
Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating a tree stand fall in the Willow Slough Fish and Wildlife Area.
Culver Blessings in a Backpack Raises Nearly $5,000 with Fun Run/Walk
Several Culver Elementary School students will be getting a nutritional boost, thanks to a recent Blessings in a Backpack fundraiser. Nearly $5,000 was raised during the second annual Bolt for Blessings Fun Run/Walk last weekend, according to volunteers with the organization. Continue reading
Knox Leaf Pickup Begins Monday
Fall leaf pickup for the city of Knox will begin on Monday. Residents are asked to place leaves in front of their residence on the curb on the street in a long row. Do not place them in the alley, and do not bag them, as garbage collectors will not pick up leaves. Also keep trash out of leaf piles so they can be vacuumed. Continue reading
Man Seriously Injured After Bridge Fall in LaPorte County
William Sonnemaker Receives Robert E. Hamilton Award
The Starke County Economic Development Foundation recognized one of its former presidents as a “quiet leader” Thursday. William J. Sonnemaker was presented with the foundation’s 2016 Robert E. Hamilton Award, during the foundation’s Prospectus and Achievement Luncheon. Continue reading
Pulaski County Council Approves Full-Time CDC Assistant Position
Pulaski County Community Development Commission Executive Director Nathan P. Origer now has a full-time assistant. The county council approved the establishment of that position Monday evening. Continue reading
Stellar Designation May Be Needed to Fund Culver Affordable Housing Project
The Town of Culver’s plans to add affordable housing may depend on its ability to get a Stellar Communities designation. That’s according to a report compiled on the project by the Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority. Continue reading
Winamac Considers Recycling Alternatives Following Complaints
The Winamac Town Council plans to investigate their recycling and refuse options in the coming months.
During Monday’s meeting, council members discussed their current service provider – which is currently under a two year contract. A couple of council members pointed to concerns raised with them about the level of service but also about the way recycling is being managed.
