Memorial services for Norma Jean Musselman, 67, of Rochester, will take place at a later date. Memorial contributions may be given to Metea Baptist Church. Harrison-Metzger-Rans Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Royal Center, is in charge of arrangements.
Community Divided Regarding Fate of Culver Town Park
Money Getting Tighter in Highway Department Budget
Highway Superintendent Mark Fox explained that he has gone through 58 percent of his gas, lube and oil line item in the budget and 65 percent of another critical budget – and it’s only February! Fox indicated that he, the commissioners and the council will need to discuss these budgets as the lack of funds will cause trouble as the year goes on.
LaPorte Man Arrested After Alleged Robbery
The victim told LaPorte police officers that he was asleep in his apartment when a knock on the door awoke him. He answered the door and a man, whom he knows as “Shaky Joe,” allegedly forced his way inside and physically assaulted the victim. The suspect then reportedly stole medications and the victim’s cell phone.
The victim was able to give police a description of the suspect and officers later located him. Joseph D. Nixon, 37 of LaPorte, surrendered to police without incident. He was booked into the LaPorte County Jail on a preliminary charge of Robbery, a Class B felony.
30 Years Later, Man Found Guilty of Murder
In 1983, Johnny Hodge was murdered while incarcerated in the Indiana State Prison. The investigation found that Hodge had been doused with several gallons of a liquid accelerant and burned alive while locked in his cell.
National Weather Service Issues Flood Risk Outlook Report
Marshall County Commissioners Approve Bond Refinancing Ordinance
The request was made to the council last week and the commissioners in turn learned of CMA’s interest to move the bonds to the company to avoid re-marketing. Continue reading
Government, School Board Meetings Rescheduled
The weather on Monday caused the postponement of several government and school board meetings. Many of those have been rescheduled.
The Starke County Board of Commissioners will meet Thursday morning at 9 a.m. in the Starke County annex building. EMA Director Ted Bombagetti will have an update for the commissioners, updates will be given on the proposed sale of property in Parkview Heights to the city of Knox, plus a report on landfill monitoring results. Commissioner Kent Danford will provide a report on the meeting of the Knox planning commission and permit fees. The automatic renewal of Kone Elevator’s service contract and a proposed amended agreement from Lawson-Fisher regarding the County Road 300 East and State Road 8 project are also on the agenda for this meeting.
LaPorte Man Arrested After Attempting to Flee from Police
LaPorte officers were on patrol on Friday when they spotted a man wanted on warrants. Brandon Clark, 40, of LaPorte was standing near the ATM at Wells Fargo Bank when officers approached him.
City of Knox Accepting 50/50 Sidewalk Replacement Applications
Ryan Truex Ready to Start Season at Daytona
He’s driving in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series for Turner Scott Motorsports this Friday and then he’ll race in the Daytona 500 in the Sprint Cup Series on Sunday in his full-time ride with BK Racing. Ryan Truex is looking for a trip to Victory Lane to start off the 2014 season right. Continue reading
No Injuries in Morning Accident on U.S. 30
Two semi truck drivers walked away without injuries after an accident Tuesday morning on U.S. 30.
According to officials at the Starke County Sheriff’s Department, no one was injured in the accident that occurred just east of the U.S. 35 overpass. Emergency personnel blocked the westbound lane of travel on U.S. 30 so the wreckage could be removed and a reconstruction could take place.
Details of how the accident occurred and the names of the drivers have not been released.
EMA Director Explains Why Plows Are Taken Off Roads
With recent announcements from county highway departments indicating that plow trucks were taken off the roads at a certain time, many people were left wondering why the road clearing operations are sometimes stopped in their tracks during a snowstorm, when they are most in need. According to Starke County EMA Director Ted Bombagetti, there is a reason for that, and state law plays a part.
Public Hearing Tonight on Future of Culver Town Park
Marshall County Commissioners Discuss Insurance and Claims
The Marshall County Commissioners heard a report from Mike Miley of Gibson Insurance about the property casual insurance renewal.
He explained that the worker’s compensation had a loss of 111 percent and the automobile portion has an 87.6 percent loss. There were 26 worker’s compensation claims and several vehicle accidents last year.
Starke County Crews Working to Clear Roads
Highway Superintendent Rik Ritzler told WKVI News crews have been called out this morning to tend to the roads.
North Judson Town Council Meeting Rescheduled
Gas Prices Up; Speculators May Be to Blame
Area Students Recognizing FFA Week
Students who participate in the Future Farmers of America organization, or FFA, are taking this time to recognize the science, business and technologies associated with today’s farming and agricultural practices. FFA is one of the largest youth organizations in the United States with 579,678 members.
