The Starke County Commissioners are looking to fill a seat on the Board of Zoning Appeals. The vacancy was created when a member moved from the county. Continue reading
Culver Brings Revised Building Permit Changes to Public Hearing
Veterans Day Balloon Launch Planned Tomorrow
Veterans Day will be commemorated with a balloon launch tomorrow in North Judson. American Legion Post 92 will host its first annual Balloon Liftoff at 5 p.m. Continue reading
Government Offices to Close for Veterans Day
Veterans Day is a holiday, and that means most federal, state, and local government offices will be closed tomorrow. It also means mail won’t be delivered. Continue reading
Medaryville Restaurant Sustains Damage Following Grease Fire
N.J.-S.P. Board Begins Superintendent Search
The North Judson-San Pierre School Board will discuss the search for an interim superintendent during an executive session meeting this evening. Continue reading
Ritz Discusses ISTEP Scores with N.J.-S.P. Officials
ISTEP scores across the state are expected to plummet due to changes in the test. State Superintendent of Public Instruction Glenda Ritz discussed the anticipated drop with North Judson-San Pierre officials during a Friday visit to the elementary school. Continue reading
Treasurer’s Office Reminds Taxpayers of Due Date, Payment Locations
Starke County real estate tax payments are due tomorrow. They can be paid in person at the treasurer’s office or dropped off at one of several local banks. Continue reading
Starke County Commissioners Award Bridge Bid
The low bid to replace the bridge on 700 North over Robbins Ditch came in well below the engineer’s estimate of $419,000. Continue reading
Eastern Pulaski School Board to Decide on Insurance Agreement, Investments
The Eastern Pulaski School Board will decide tonight whether to accept changes to the school corporation’s agreement with the Educational Service Centers Risk Funding Trust (ESCRFT). It’s an insurance cooperative used by several school districts throughout the state. Continue reading
Winter Energy Assistance Programs Now Open
Applications for Winter Heating Assistance began last week, and NIPSCO says it’s partnering with various agencies around the state to bring the reduced energy costs to families in need.
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WKVI Staff to Participate 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 World Hunger Relief. Come see us, and please tip generously. Continue reading
LaPorte County Man Dies Following Domestic Altercation
LaPorte Police are investigating an incident that occurred early last week after the victim died as a result of the injuries.
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Visits N.J.-S.P.
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Glenda Ritz visited North Judson-San Pierre schools Friday afternoon. She didn’t directly address this week’s failed general fund referendum but did speak to high school students about the significance of corporations like N.J.-S.P. to the communities they serve. Continue reading
Elected Representatives Speak Out on Keystone XL Rejection
Indiana’s elected representatives in Washington are speaking out against a decision by the Obama Administration to reject the construction of the U.S. portion of the Keystone XL Pipeline.
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Starke County Commissioners Question EMS Purchases
The recent purchase of jackets for full-time Starke County EMS employees who work “consistent monthly hours” has raised some eyebrows. Director Keith Emigh told the county commissioners Monday the coats have reflective safety strips on them and incorporate the new logo patch recently designed for the service. He adds they are the property of the service and will need to be returned if an employee quits or is fired. Continue reading
Ancilla Student Awarded with “Realizing the Dream” Scholarship
One Ancilla College student is getting a financial boost from the Independent Colleges of Indiana.
Health Officials Offer Ways to Stop Smoking During COPD Awareness Month
During the month of November, health officials are working to raise awareness of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD. As part of that effort, IU Health’s Mobile Health Clinic will be visiting businesses around Starke and LaPorte counties to give residents some tips on how to quit smoking. Continue reading
Sandhill Cranes Come in Thousands to Jasper-Pulaski Wildlife Area
Sandhill Cranes have been stopping at one of the areas’ wildlife conservation habitats.
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