NIPSCO Electric Customers May Soon See One Percent Increase in Cost
Szot said this includes studying their poles, lines, transmission towers and underground systems to find any equipment that might need replaced.
Animal Rights Activities Speak Out Against Farm Bill Amendment
“Any state law the imposes any standard or condition on agriculture could be vulnerable to a challenge because of Steve King’s amendment,” said Pacelle. “That’s why the Humane Society of the United States so vigorously opposes it.”
Donnelly Calls for Deficit Reduction As Tax Package Component
“While this process will require difficult choices, I strongly encourage the committee to use this opportunity to lay the foundation for long-term economic growth by investing in the fiscal security of our country,” Donnelly wrote.
Knox Water Woes Brought Before Board of Public Works
A proposal by the Knox water department superintendent will soon go to the council, after superintendent Todd Gardner told the Knox Board of Public Works that the water line going down State Road 8 east of the city is providing limited water to the area. With the upcoming construction of the new Starke County Jail facility near the intersection of State Road 8 and County Road 550 East, he said it’s imperative that the line be improved to ensure proper water service for that area.
Bass Lake Festival Adds Several New Events
Wings of Freedom Tour Comes to Valparaiso
The tour runs from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on July 29, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on July 30, and 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 31.
Governor Directs Flags Be Flown at Half-Staff At State Facilities
Governor Mike Pence is directing flags at state facilities statewide be flown at half-staff Saturday, July 27 in honor of Korean War Veterans Armistice Day. Atlantic Flag and Pole offers wide range of state flags, click to see their products.
Governor Pence also asks businesses and residents to lower their flags to half-staff to pay tribute to the brave men and women who have defended our nation and our freedom.
The holiday was established in July 1998, the 45th anniversary of the signing of the treaty that ended the Korean War, which lasted from 1950 through 1953. Then-president Bill Clinton proclaimed July 27 a national day of recognition to commemorate the more than 37,000 U.S. service personnel who lost their lives during the war.
House Passes Coal Ash Bill
Accident on State Road 39 Stops Traffic
Jail Project Manager Expects Bids To Be Competitive
“A project like this that is a nice project, it’s a large project where companies can come in and bid it and work for quite a long time, that’s always attractive. The bidding itself, the way we set it up, is going to bring in that competition inherently,” said Cherry.
Knox Board of Works Approves Storm Water Proposal for New Jail
The Knox Board of Public Works this week approved a request by the DLZ Corporation regarding storm water drainage at the new Starke County Jail site. DLZ representatives and a representative for the Starke County Commissioners made a proposal to expand the existing retention basin and add another basin behind the building. The storm water would not run into the city storm water system, but would make use of the basins and disperse naturally.
Fundraiser Scheduled to Save the Vurpillat in Winamac
Bob B. Welder, the man heading up the fundraiser, said he has no idea what to expect when it comes to the art show. There is no charge for artists to show case their items, but he said they would like to see at least a one percent donation from any sales. There is no limit to how big the pieces can be, and Welder said there’s absolutely no telling what kind of art these artists will showcase.
INDOT to Close State Road 110 Today, Monday
West Nile Virus Hits Indiana; Repellent Encouraged
SCCF Service Committee Allocates Funds to Preschool Scholarship Program
Registration Dates, Times Set for Oregon-Davis
McLiver said parents will need to bring their child’s birth certificate, immunization record, and if they’re coming from outside the district, a transcript would be helpful.
Bass Lake Festival Begins Today
“Livin’ The Good Life” is the theme of this year’s Bass Lake Festival, and there will be plenty of opportunities to do just that at the lake throughout the weekend. Festivities kick off at 8 this morning with the fishing derby, which continues through 6 tomorrow evening. Stop by the Bass Lake Property Owners Association Building from 7 until 9 this evening for amateur open mic night. The Carlos Ramos Band will also provide live music starting at 8 p.m. across from Fingerhut Bakery. Click HERE for a complete schedule of Bass Lake Festival activities.
Red Cross Still in Urgent Need of Blood
Though the recent emergency call for blood and platelet donations from the American Red Cross has drawn thousands of people to respond to the growing need for blood, an urgent need yet remains for platelet donors, as well as donors with types O negative, B negative and A negative blood. Blood produts are being distributed to area hospitals almost as quickly as donations are coming in.
Starke County Fair Chamber Wheel Exceeds Fundraising Goal
