Moving Starke County Forward is working to reduce the stigma attached to drug abuse and deaths due to overdoses. The 56 ribbons that have lined the front lawn of Starke Hospital for the past few weeks represent local lives lost to drug overdoses over the past seven years. They were moved to Wythogan Park in Knox last night for the second annual candlelight vigil to remember lives lost and celebrate those who are in recovery. Continue reading
Water Line Plans to be Completed to Former B & H Supply Building
The B & H Supply building could have water in the coming weeks.
At the Knox Board of Works meeting on Wednesday, Water Superintendent Todd Gardner explained the proposed site for future learning opportunities through the SCILL center does not have access to city water.
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U.S. 421 Closed for Chip Sealing
Motorists traveling between Medaryville and Francesville on U.S. 421 will need to find another route for the next few days. INDOT has shut down the highway between State Roads 14 and 114 for chip sealing. It’s scheduled to reopen Wednesday, weather permitting. Continue reading
Hamlet Water in the Clear, After Two Years of Increased Testing
Hamlet’s drinking water is now in compliance with Indiana Department of Environmental Management regulations. The town has been required to conduct additional water testing since it failed lead and copper tests in 2014. Continue reading
Starke Commissioners to Discuss Hospital Lease, Insurance Tonight
The Starke County Commissioners will meet in special session this evening to take care of a couple of time-sensitive items. Another extension of the lease between the county and operators of Starke Hospital is required in order to finalize a new agreement between the entities. Continue reading
Knox Receives Reimbursement from Blight Elimination Program
The City of Knox should be able to successfully tear down 10 houses with funds from a blight elimination grant. So far four houses have been removed with funds from the Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority, and another four are under contract for demolition. Clerk-Treasurer Jeff Houston says the city should know any day whether two more houses are accepted into the program. He adds the city has received a reimbursement of $20,600 from the state through the program. Continue reading
Knox BZA to Discuss Pawn Shop Cleanup
The Knox Board of Zoning Appeals will continue discussing the cleanup of a pawn shop property this evening. According to the minutes of the board’s previous meeting, the board is considering assessing a fine to 1st Choice Pawn and Loan. Continue reading
Heavy Rains Cause Request for Disaster Loans
Heavy rains from earlier this month are prompting Governor Mike Pence to request federal disaster loans for portions of Northern Indiana.
Gushing Water Causes Shutoffs in LaCrosse
The town of LaCrosse shut off water this weekend to the south side of the community.
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INDOT Schedules Chip Sealing in Pulaski County
A section of U.S. 421 in Pulaski County will be closed next week for chip seal work. Starting Monday, INDOT will close the highway between the State Road 14 west junction and State Road 114. It’s scheduled to reopen Wednesday, but the work is dependent on the weather. Continue reading
Residents Reminded to Take Precautions Against West Nile Virus
Summer may be entering its final weeks, but mosquito season continues. So far this year, 92 mosquito batches have tested positive for West Nile Virus, including two in Starke County and three in St. Joseph County. Continue reading
50/50 Sidewalk Program Nears Completion
The City of Knox 50/50 sidewalk replacement program is almost done. It allows property owners to split the cost of new sidewalks with the city. Clerk-Treasurer Jeff Houston says 10 residents participated in this year’s effort.
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INbiz Expands Resources for Hoosier Businesses
Knox Couple Arrested Following Drug Investigation
A Knox man and woman are jailed on drug charges following an investigation by the Starke County Major Crimes Unit. Officers from the Knox Police Department and Starke County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at an Allen Drive residence in Knox on Thursday. They found illegal narcotics and chemicals used to make methamphetamine, according to the incident report. Continue reading
Knox Police Arrest Man Pulling Stolen Trailer
A Knox man who is accused of stealing a trailer from a local store late Wednesday night didn’t get far before he was apprehended by the police. Continue reading
Driver Airlifted After Single-Car Rollover Wreck
Authorities in LaPorte County believe alcohol was a factor in an early morning single-vehicle crash on a rural highway. Sheriff’s deputies were notified at 1:21 a.m. of the accident on State Road 2 near County Road 450 East. Continue reading
Possible Tax Sale Announced for Heartland Market Building
The building occupied by Heartland Market in North Judson appears to be headed for tax sale.
Recent Rain Tests Knox Wastewater Treatment Plant
Employees at the Knox Wastewater Treatment Plant put in quite a bit of overtime during last week’s torrential downpour. Superintendent Kelly Clemons says it brought in 8.2 inches of rain in less than 24 hours. Of that, more than 7 inches fell between 5:30 and 11:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 15. Clemons told the board of works Wednesday employees spent the night at the plant to ensure everything was operating properly. Continue reading
Funeral Services Scheduled for Longtime 4-H Leader
A lifelong Starke County resident and longtime 4-H leader will be laid to rest tomorrow. Mabel Paul of Grovertown died Friday, Aug. 19th at IU Health LaPorte Hospital. She was 78. Continue reading
Pulaski County TorchFest Joins List of Bicentennial Legacy Projects
Pulaski County’s celebration of the state bicentennial has now been officially recognized by the Indiana Bicentennial Commission. TorchFest was approved last week as a Bicentennial Legacy Project. Continue reading
