The Young Professionals of Starke County are looking for a few interested individuals to join their organization.
One Dead Following Vehicle Collision in LaPorte County
Starke County Council Defers Ambulance Purchase Funding Request
The Starke County Council this week balked at a request from the county EMS department to allocate money they’ve received for services rendered to purchase a new ambulance. Business manager Mary Lynn Richie says they’ve collected a significant sum from federal Medicaid reimbursements that were not paid in prior years. Continue reading
N.J.-S.P. Students Fundraising to Attend National Convention
FFA members at North Judson-San Pierre High School are working to earn their way to the upcoming national convention. It will take place Oct. 19-22 in Indianapolis, which is the week of fall break. Continue reading
Sen. Donnelly Hopes to Protect Veterans’ Credit from VA Issues
U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly is hoping to protect veterans’ credit scores while making sure they get the proper health care. Continue reading
North Judson Brush Pickup Starts Monday
Fall brush pickup will take place over the next week in North Judson. Continue reading
Fall Season Marks Elderly Fall Awareness Campaign
Kankakee Valley Broadcasting Schedules Niles Scream Park Trip
Get in the Halloween spirit with a trip to the Niles Scream Park…if you dare. Kankakee Valley Broadcasting is hosting a chartered bus trip to the popular seasonal attraction on Saturday, Oct. 15. Continue reading
Septic Management Can Help Avoid Problem Situations
Kewanna Food Pantry to be Honored During Fall Festival Parade
The Kewanna Fall Festival continues today and tomorrow, with plenty of performances, contests, carnival rides, and food. Continue reading
Pair Busted for Alleged Links to Multiple Armed Robberies
City and County Officials Clash Over Jail Commissary Trash
Commissary items being flushed down the toilets at the Starke County Jail are causing problems for the Knox Wastewater Department. Superintendent Kelly Clemons told the county commissioners Monday night the city has lost two pumps since Sept. 6th due to trash like razors, toothbrushes and elastic underwear bands getting into the lines. Continue reading
Pulaski County Anticipates Denham-Area Bridge Replacement Next Year
Pulaski County is putting the final touches on plans to fully replace a bridge listed on their Community Crossings grant application.
Starke County Hopes to Take Possession of Former San Pierre Bank
Starke County may soon be able to move ahead with the demolition of a dilapidated San Pierre building. The former San Pierre Bank has become a safety concern for the community, to the point where the county has had to install barriers around the building. Continue reading
Park Board Suspends Bass Lake Beach Gazebo Demolition Order
The gazebo at the Bass Lake Beach may be getting a new lease on life. The Starke County Park Board called for its demolition this past July, due to concerns that the structure was becoming a safety hazard, as well as a lack of funding to make repairs. Since then, however, members of the community have begun fundraising efforts in order to save the gazebo, organizing a raffle earlier this month to help raise money. Continue reading
Bluejay Strategic Planning Group to Meet Next Week
The newly appointed Bluejay Strategic Planning Group will meet for the first time next week to discuss ways to market the North Judson-San Pierre School Corporation. Superintendent Dr. Annette Zupin told the school board Tuesday night she’s selected nine volunteers from the community to bring much-needed perspective to the school corporation’s work. Continue reading
Monterey School Building Auction Starts Today
The Monterey School Building officially goes up for auction today. The Culver Community Schools Corporation will begin accepting bids this morning at 9:00 EDT. Continue reading
Knox School Board Completes Final Claim on Elementary Cafeteria Project
The Knox Community School Corporation has completed their final claim for upgrades at the elementary school cafeteria.
Starke County Unemployment Largely Stays Flat
Kewanna Fall Festival Returns for 13th Year
The Kewanna Fall Festival gets underway this afternoon. Festival committee chair Tom Mate says this is the 13th year for the festival, which started out as a way to bring fun activities to the young people of the community. Continue reading
