The Culver Town Council will be sitting new board members at their meeting this evening, and they may already have a say in raising fees.
State Officials Offer Safety Tips for Winter Weather
With snow and frigid temperatures moving into the area, state officials are reminding residents to stay safe during winter weather. Continue reading
AARP Names Charbonneau Capitol Caregiver
A local lawmaker is among a group of elected officials from 25 states recently honored by AARP. The organization named Sen. Ed Charbonneau, R-Valparaiso, a Capitol Caregiver for the second consecutive year. Continue reading
Meth Lab Explosion Blamed for Structure Fire
A meth lab explosion is to blame for a Friday morning structure fire in LaPorte, according to authorities there. The LaPorte Police and Fire Departments responded just before 2 a.m. to a house fire at 1408 Scott Street and found the structure fully engulfed. Continue reading
Winter Storm Watch Issued for Tonight
A winter storm watch is in effect tonight through tomorrow for areas north of U.S. 6. Snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches are possible tonight, with potential for another 2 to 5 inches of lake effect snow tomorrow. Continue reading
Frigid Temps, Additional Snow Possible Today
The good news is we missed the major snow this weekend. Today’s weather, however, is another story. Continue reading
Candidate Filings Underway in Starke County
Starke County’s new surveyor is seeking a full four-year term in that position. Democratic Party leaders recently chose Bill Crase, Jr. to replace Knox Mayor Dennis Estok. That term ends in December. Last week Crase filed the necessary paperwork with the Starke County Clerk’s Office to run for a full four-year term. Continue reading
Monday – Pulaski County Incumbents File for Reelection
The initial round of candidates to declare their election intentions in Pulaski County are all incumbents. Continue reading
North Judson Narrows Down List of Potential Contractors for Water Tower Project
The Town of North Judson is moving ahead with efforts to choose an engineering firm for its water tower rehabilitation project. Continue reading
Oregon-Davis School Board to Reorganize Tonight
The Oregon-Davis School Board will formally approve a contract with their interim superintendent when they meet this evening. Greg Briles resigned at the end of December to take a job with the Delphi school corporation. Last month O-D announced the hiring of former New Prairie Superintendent Jim Dermody on an interim basis. Continue reading
Residents Invited to Starke County Career and College Success Coalition Meeting
The Starke County Career and College Success Coalition will be hosting a meeting this week. Continue reading
West Central School Board Approves Driver’s Ed Offering
West Central High School will once again offer driver’s education classes in the summer. Continue reading
Winter Weather to Move Into Area
Snow, wind, and cold temperatures are expected to move into the area this evening. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory, which will be in effect from 6 CST this evening until 6 p.m. tomorrow. Continue reading
Powerball Jackpot Grows to Record Amount
There’s still time to buy a Powerball ticket ahead of tonight’s drawing. Tickets are available from Hoosier Lottery retailers until 9:58 p.m. EST. Continue reading
West Central School Board Reorganizes
The West Central School Board has a new president. David Allen was elected to that role when the board met Tuesday night. He replaces Jim Bergens, who remains on the board but is no longer an officer. Allen previously served as vice-president.
That job now belongs to Jeff Lowry. Todd Miller was selected as the board secretary. Continue reading
Nominations Due Soon for Bicentennial Torch Relay
There are just a few weeks left to nominate torchbearers for the Indiana Bicentennial celebration. Nomination forms are due Sunday, January 31. Continue reading
North Judson Picking Up Christmas Trees
The Town of North Judson is picking up natural Christmas trees. Clerk-Treasurer Alicia Collins says crews are also picking up brush left over from recent storms. Continue reading
Counterfeit $100 Bills Reported in LaPorte County
Merchants are urged to be on the lookout for counterfeit $100 bills. The Michigan City Police Department received several reports of two to four black females trying to pass bogus money at stores, restaurants and gas stations Thursday evening. Authorities have at least eight victims and are reviewing video footage in an attempt to identify the suspects. Continue reading
Bi-County Pursuit Ends with Arrest
A North Judson man faces several charges after reportedly leading two Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies on a high-speed chase Thursday night. Continue reading
Health Officials Warn Residents of Radon
The Indiana State Department of Health is warning residents about the dangers of radon, an odorless, tasteless, colorless, but radioactive gas. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has declared January National Radon Action Month. Continue reading
