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Old Man Winter isn’t done with us yet. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the WKVI listening area. A band of moderate to heavy snow will overspread the WKVI listening area this afternoon into this evening, with accumulations of between 4 to 6 inches expected. Visibilities may be reduced to less than a quarter of a mile at times, and wind gusts of 20 to 30 miles per hour will likely create areas of blowing and drifting snow. Expect roads to become snow covered and slippery this afternoon and evening.

Knox Planning Commission Presents New Fee Schedule

The Knox City Council on Tuesday night discussed the revised fee schedule for the planning commission after the commission reportedly rewrote the entire ordinance with new, adjusted fees. Building Inspector Bruce Williams explained that many of the fees are new, such as the $300 fee to erect a tower, and others were removed, like the $50 fee for roofing permits.

Pulaski Council Approves Computer Purchase for Clerk

The Pulaski County Council on Monday night approved the purchase of a single computer for the clerk’s office after they had approved the purchase of five computers for the auditor’s and assessor’s offices. Clerk Tasha Foerg approved the council and requesting an additional appropriation of $799.99 to replace the computer located at the counter.

Starke Council, Commissioners to Meet Tonight

The Starke County Council and commissioners will meet tonight to discuss a number of agenda items, including a request to create a new job description by Highway Superintendent Rik Ritzler and an appropriation request for Drug Free Starke County from Wendy Elam. The commissioners will meet at 7 p.m. after the 5:30 p.m. council meeting at the county annex building.

Marshall County Commissioners to Meet Today

The Marshall County Commissioners will meet in regular session this morning at 9:30 a.m. ET.

The commissioners will discuss an amendment to an agreement concerning the Culver Economic Development Bonds. Mike Miley from Gibson Insurance will come before the board to talk about the 2014 insurance renewal and regular reports will be given by Highway Superintendent Neal Haeck, County Attorney Jim Clevenger and Auditor Penny Lukenbill.

The commissioners will meet in the second floor meeting room in the Marshall County Building.

Eastern Pulaski School Board Approves Purchase of iPads and Cases

The Eastern Pulaski School Board approved the purchase of 310 iPads and cases in the amount of $148,490.

Superintendent Dan Foster explained that the seventh grade students were the first to get iPads and then it expanded to the eighth grade and the ninth grade. Now, all high school students will have iPads. The IT director told the board that as soon as he programs each individual iPad, they will be ready for use by the students, which could be yet this month.

Knox, Oregon-Davis School Boards to Meet Tonight

February 17, 2014February 18, 2014WKVI

Two local school boards will hold meetings tonight to discuss various items.

The Knox Community School Board will hold a public hearing tonight at 6:30 p.m. regarding the Knox Middle School being categorized a priority school. The board will also discuss weather related make-up days and the Crossing Alternative School.

Austin Dillon to Begin Rookie Season on Daytona 500 Pole

February 16, 2014February 16, 2014WKVI

Austin Dillon continues to make headlines as he wins the pole position for the Daytona 500.
Dillon has brought the No. 3 back to the Sprint Cup Series for Richard Childress Racing and proved that the return of the famous No. 3 when he posted the fastest lap times in pre-season testing and qualifying for the Great American Race.

Dale Earnhardt, Jr. was the first to go out and qualify where he sat at the top of the qualifying list until Greg Biffle bumped him off the provisional pole. It wasn’t long after that run when Dillon drove the No. 3 to the top with a speed of 196.02 mph.

Hamlin Dominates Sprint Unlimited

February 15, 2014February 15, 2014WKVI

Denny Hamlin has made it clear that he’s back and he’s ready to take this NASCAR season by storm.

Hamlin not only started on the pole, but he won all three segments in Saturday night’s Sprint Unlimited at the Daytona International Speedway.

David Gilliland Optimistic about 2014 Season

February 15, 2014WKVI

David Gilliland says this is the most optimistic he’s been at the start of a NASCAR season. Gilliland and his team are looking to capitalize on the changes to the qualifying and Chase formats and take the racing world by storm. Listen to what he has to say about the upcoming season: David Gililand Behind the Wheel

Bob Pockrass Gives Views on Qualifying, Chase Formats

February 15, 2014February 15, 2014WKVI

Bob Pockrass, a motorsports journalist with Sporting News, has been working hard in the sport for most of his life. He offers his opinion on the qualifying and Chase formats and which drivers he believes have the most to prove in the 2014 season: Bob Pockrass Behind the Wheel

Former Plymouth Motel Desk Clerk Sentenced to Ten Years on Drug Charge

A former desk clerk at the Super 8 motel in Plymouth was sentenced Thursday in Marshall County Superior Court 1 on a charge of Conspiracy to Manufacture Methamphetamine, a Class B felony.

Kimberlie Frazier, 34, pleaded guilty to the charge in a plea agreement with the State and Judge Robert O. Bowen sentenced Frazier to ten years in the Department of Corrections with no part of the sentence suspended. The sentence also recommended intense drug rehabilitation treatment through purposeful incarceration.

Knox Council Discusses Flood Plan Ordinance

The Knox City Council this week approved a new flood plan ordinance on its first reading as required by FEMA in order for residents to be able to acquire flood insurance. Mayor Rick Chambers explained that the city has been required to update their current plan and the state provided a sample ordinance that could be adapted to suit the city’s needs.

Local State Troopers Recognized for Service Milestones

Trooper Rick Hudson

Trooper Barney Rausch

A pair of Indiana State Police Troopers from Pulaski County are among those from the Lowell Post recently recognized for service milestones. Master Trooper Rick Hudson was recognized for 20 years of service to ISP. Master Trooper Barney Rausch was recognized for 900,000 safe driving miles. ISP employees are recognized for years of service every five years. Troopers are recognized for safe driving starting at 50,000 miles.

Google Drive Demonstration Given to Eastern Pulaski School Board

The Eastern Pulaski School Board members this week were presented with the latest in technology innovations at the middle school.

Mrs. Pugh and Mr. Hook work with English and Social Studies Discovery classes were students work with Google Drive and complete assignments online.

MoonTree Studios Announces Callouts for MoonTree Players Productions

A new performing arts group based in Donaldson is looking for people interested in all aspects of theater to take part in an upcoming project. MoonTree Studios and the inaugural group of MoonTree Players is updating Anton Chekov’s prophetic play, The Cherry Orchard. Auditions are scheduled Thursday, Feb. 27 from 3 until 9 p.m. EST at MoonTree Studios.

“Doc Bowen Day” Set for Feb. 26 in Bremen

The Bremen community will be celebrating Otis R. (Doc) Bowen Day on Feb. 26.

According to the Pilot News, several special activities will take place that day. Downtown businesses will give out replica black-rimmed glasses, which were Doc Bowen’s trademark. Bremen High School will feature a film on the man who served as Indiana’s Governor for eight years.

Bowen practiced medicine in Bremen for decades and he also served as Secretary of Health and Human Services under the Ronald Reagan administration. He passed away on May 4 at the age of 95.

The Bremen Town Council recently approved the proclamation declaring Feb. 26 as Doc Bowen Day.

Solar Industry Booming in Indiana

A national report has revealed some good news on the state of the solar industry in Indiana. The national Solar Jobs Census released this week found 960 new Hoosier jobs were created in manufacturing, installation and development of solar projects in 2013, an increase of more than 170 percent.

Mixed Views on Marriage Equality in Indiana

As the same-sex marriage debate in Indiana brings forth arguments of morality and belief, Rev. Melody Merida, chairwoman of the Interfaith Coalition on Non-Discrimination, says each religious group has its own interpretation of the Bible, and in her view, the recent attempts to ban same-sex marriage run counter to an overwhelming message of love in the scripture.