The Kankakee-Iroquois Regional Planning Commission is seeking community input for creating a Safety Action Plan for our area.
Continue readingKankakee-Iroquois Regional Planning Commission Looking for Feedback on Safety Action Plan
Winamac Park Board Meeting for July 3rd Cancelled
According to a press release from the Town of Winamac, the Town of Winamac Board of Parks and Recreation meeting that was scheduled for July 3rd has been cancelled.
Continue readingIndiana Department of Veterans Affairs Launch Online Data Portal
The Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs has announced that they have launched a new Web-Based Data Transparency Portal. This online portal is designed to give the public easy access to important information and help ensure accountability.
Continue readingMarshall County Horse and Buggy Fatality
According to the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office, on Monday June 30th there was a motor vehicle vs. horse-drawn buggy collision in Bourbon, on 8th Road west of Apple Road.
Continue readingCenter for Energy Education STEAM Camp Comes to Knox SCYC
Last week, the Center for Energy Education hosted a Summer STEAM camp at the Knox Community Elementary School in partnership with the Starke County Youth Club. STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Agriculture, and Math.
Continue readingFree Energy and Construction Industry Training Class Available in Merrilville
The Urban League of Northwest Indiana has announced a free energy and construction industry training class that will take place in Merrilville beginning July 28th.
Continue readingHighway 35 to Close South of Knox Beginning July 7
According to the Indiana Department of Transportation, their contractor Rieth-Riley Construction will close U.S. Highway 35 between County Road 350 South and County Road 400 South on or after Monday, July 7.
Winamac Park Board Meeting July 3
The Town of Winamac will hold a regular meeting of their Board of Parks and Recreation this Thursday, July 3rd.
Continue readingPrices at the Pump Take a big Jump, Could Drop for the Holiday
Rusty Nixon
Average gasoline prices in Indiana have risen 14.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.24/g according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,271 stations in Indiana.
Continue readingFatal Crash North of Wanatah Under Investigation by LCSO
On Sunday June 29th at 11:11 AM, deputies responded to the intersection of CR 800 South and CR 900 West regarding a single vehicle crash. The initial on-scene investigation determined the following had occurred:
Continue readingKnox Trash Pick-up Schedule Change for July 4th
According to a press release from the City of Knox, there has been a change in the trash pick-up schedule for the East side of 35 only.
Continue readingNorth Judson Council to Hold Special Meeting Tonight, June 30
The North Judson Council will hold a Special Meeting this evening, Monday, June 30th.
Continue readingLCSO Makes Arrests in Fatal Road Rage Crash in Coolspring Township
The La Porte County Sheriff’s Office has announced the arrests and criminal charges of Deondra L. Moore and Felisha A. Stout in connection with a June 27th fatality crash that occurred on County Road 400 North, south of Waterford.
Continue readingFood Bank of Northern Indiana July Food Assistance Dates in Starke and La Porte Counties
Food Bank of Northern Indiana has announced free food assistance days in July for Starke and La Porte Counties. These events will all be drive-up food assistance, including a mix of fresh produce, refrigerated, and shelf-stable groceries.
Continue readingStarke County Photo Contest in July
The Starke County Surveyor’s Office and Starke County Parks Department have announced a photo contest during the month of July.
Continue readingStarke County Women Among Finalists for 2025 Influential Women Awards
The finalists for the 14th annual Influential Women Awards have been announced, with 258 shining stars highlighting the achievements of women from many leading regional companies and organizations, including several locally familiar faces.
Continue readingHoosiers see Slightly Higher Cookout Prices Heading Into 4th of July
According to a press release from the Indiana Farm Bureau, Hoosiers can expect to see higher food prices than last year as we head into Fourth of July celebrations.
Continue readingTwo Local Fire Departments Recognized by National Volunteer Fire Council and Anheuser-Busch
The National Volunteer Fire Council, in partnership with Anheuser-Busch, has distributed their 2025 emergency drinking water to small volunteer fire departments across the nation, and both North Judson – Wayne Township Volunteer Fire Department and Lacrosse Volunteer Fire Department are recipients this year.
Continue readingStarke County Plan Commission to Meet June 30
The Starke County Plan Commission will hold a Technical Committee meeting on Monday, June 30th at 5pm.
Continue readingLow Cost Spay and Neuter Transport for June 30th Still has Room for Cats
The Starke County Humane Society will be doing a transport on June 30th for the low cost spay and neuter clinic.
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