Pulaski County was awarded money through the state’s Community Crossings grant fund, but exactly which projects are earmarked for completion is not yet known.
Knox Skate Park Hopes to Reopen in 2016
The City of Knox Park Department has been planning to rebuild the skate ramps in Wythogan Park, and Mayor Dennis Estok says they hope to have it open later this year, so that skaters can finally flaunt their equipment such as the onewheel accessories The Float Life.
Winamac Park Board Decides to Forego Compensation, Works to Establish Rainy Day Fund
Winamac Park Board members have decided not to seek compensation for their service. Continue reading
Culver School Board Approves 2016-17 Teacher Contracts
The Culver Community Schools Corporation’s 2016-2017 teacher contracts were ratified by the school board Tuesday. Continue reading
Former Sheriff, Chief Deputy Make Initial Court Appearances
Former Pulaski County Sheriff Mike Gayer and his chief deputy, Ronnie Patrick made their initial appearances in Pulaski Superior Court, where they each face multiple felony charges. A Pulaski County Grand Jury returned an 11-count indictment against Patrick and a seven-count indictment against Gayer last month. Continue reading
Courthouse and Old Jail Renovations to Start Soon
The Starke County Commissioners are preparing for the start of renovations to the courthouse and former jail building. Bids for the work were opened last night and will be awarded during a special-called meeting next week. Meanwhile, the prosecutor’s office and the coroner’s office are moving out of the old jail so demolition work can begin immediately. The Starke County Health Department and Purdue Extension are also relocating from the first floor of the courthouse. Continue reading
Pulaski County Adopts ATV Ordinance
The Pulaski County Commissioners have given approval to an ordinance allowing the use of ATV’s for agricultural purposes.
N.J.-S.P. Board Schedules School Board Input Meeting
Residents of the North Judson-San Pierre School District will have a chance to publicly weigh in on whether the school board should be elected or appointed. The corporation has scheduled a public meeting on Monday, Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. in the N.J.-S.P. High School auditorium for the sole purpose of seeking input on the topic. Continue reading
Monterey School Building Auction to Begin Later this Month
The Culver Community Schools Corporation hopes to find a buyer for the Monterey School Building in the next month. The Culver School Board Thursday passed a resolution detailing the process of selling the building. Continue reading
West Central School Board Renews Property Insurance, Holds Budget Hearing
The West Central School Board voted last week to renew the corporation’s property insurance coverage with Regions Insurance, according to Superintendent Don Street. Continue reading
Winamac Park Board Discusses Park Pavilion Upgrades, Veteran’s Memorial Park Benches
Upgrades may soon be coming to the Winamac Town Park Pavilion. The structure dates back to the 19th Century, and now it’s in need of some repairs. Continue reading
Commissioners to Open Renovation Bids, Discuss CAFO Ordinance
The Starke County Commissioners will have a better idea of how much the renovations to the old jail and courthouse will cost after their meeting tonight. The first item on the agenda for their 6 p.m. meeting is the opening of bids for the work. They will be taken under advisement and awarded during a special-called meeting next week. Continue reading
Commissioners May Vote on Off-Road Vehicle Ordinance
The Pulaski County Commissioners will consider a couple of ordinances during their Tuesday night meeting.
Culver School Board to Consider Arrangements for Monterey School Building Sale
The Culver School Board will continue formalizing some of the plans for the sale of the Monterey School Building, when it meets this evening. Last month, board members decided to accept bids for the property, thought to be worth about $54,500. Continue reading
Security Upgrades Planned at West Central Schools
The West Central School Corporation may be making changes to the entrances of its school buildings. Superintendent Don Street says the reconfiguration would improve the schools’ security. Continue reading
Starke County Predicts Relatively High Voter Turnout in November
Rep. Walorski says Combating Zika Crosses Party Lines
Congress returns to session in Washington this week, and Congresswoman Jackie Walorski says the Zika virus will probably be one of the first problems under consideration in conference meetings.
LaPorte, Pulaski Counties Receive Overdose Prevention Funding
Overdose prevention efforts in two local counties are getting a boost, thanks to funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Continue reading
Landscape Improvements Planned for Winamac Parkway, Ash Tree Removal Continues
The Winamac Parkway may soon be getting some landscaping upgrades. Austin Felty approached the Winamac Park Board Thursday about planting trees along the trail as an Eagle Scout project. Continue reading
