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March 14, 2016WKVI

The bid of Covenant Concrete to repair and build several sidewalks in the Town of Hamlet was approved by the Town Board last Wednesday night. The approved projects total about $50,000, half of which must be paid by owners of the property, under the terms and conditions of the town’s 50/50 replacement program.

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Soil Health Observed During Planned Agriculture Seminar

March 14, 2016WKVI

The Soil and Water Conservation Districts, and Purdue Extension are teaming up in the local area to inform farmers about improving soil health.
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Tax Preparation Appointments Still Available at Library

March 14, 2016WKVI

Slots are still available for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program at the Henry F. Schricker Starke County Public Library branch in Knox. They will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Appointments are available on Wednesdays, March 23^rd, 30^th and April 6^th, which is the final day for the program. Tax prep times are also available on Saturday, April 2^nd. Continue reading →

Pulaski County Reaches Out with Courthouse Project Information

March 12, 2016WKVI

Pulaski County’s Maintenance Director is making the case for upgrades to the Pulaski County Courthouse.

In an article submitted to local media by Jeff Johnstone, information is provided to residents of Pulaski County detailing exactly why the project is being undertaken. An effort is also made to counter some of the arguments being made against increased spending.

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Winamac Woman Earns Statewide Recognition

March 12, 2016WKVI

berger-15col — Rhonda Berger of Winamac is one of the Indianapolis Business Journal’s Healthcare Heroes. (IBJ photo/Eric Learned)

A Winamac woman who turned a family tragedy into a crusade was recently recognized for her efforts by the Indianapolis Business Journal. Rhonda Berger is one of their Health Care Heroes. She is a volunteer and advocate for the Indiana Donor Network. Continue reading →

Reminder: ‘Spring Ahead’ Tonight

March 12, 2016Michael Gallenberger

Remember to turn your clocks ahead an hour before going to bed tonight. Daylight Saving Time starts tomorrow morning at 2:00. Continue reading →

Sheriff Urges Motorists to Watch for Inmates

March 12, 2016WKVI

Inmates from the Starke County Jail have resumed picking up trash along local roadways. The work crew of between three and five people is under the supervision of a jail employee. Continue reading →

INDOT Issues Call for Rural Transportation Projects

March 12, 2016Michael Gallenberger

The Indiana Department of Transportation will soon be accepting applications for transportation projects in rural communities. This round of funding is for design, development, and land purchase for projects that will be bid during the fiscal year starting July of 2020. Continue reading →

Starke County EMS Searching for Paramedics

March 12, 2016WKVI

Starke County EMS Director Keith Emigh is still looking for paramedics to cover shifts at the county’s three bases. His goal is to have paramedics on staff around the clock, seven days a week. Doing so allows the county to provide Advance Life Support service. Continue reading →

Culver Schools Competes for New Marketing Materials

March 12, 2016Michael Gallenberger

The Culver Schools Marketing Team hopes to receive a little help with getting its new logos out into the community. As part of the corporation’s agreement with VIP Branding, who created the logo family, an online Varsity Shop was created, which offers clothing and accessories featuring the new brand. Continue reading →

Winamac Pool Committee Fundraiser Planned

March 12, 2016WKVI

The Winamac Community Pool Committee’s first fundraiser is this morning. They’re having a country breakfast at the Winamac Knights of Columbus Hall, starting at 7 a.m. EST and going until at least 10. Continue reading →

Hamlet Motel Raid Leads to Several Meth-related Arrests

March 11, 2016March 11, 2016WKVI

Meth Bust Starke County investigators executed a search warrant in Hamlet on Friday only to come away with a handful of arrests.

The raid was conducted at the Stay for Less Motel on U.S. 30. Several rooms were searched according to authorities. That led to the location of methamphetamines, prescription pills, drug paraphernalia, syringes, and several one-pot meth labs.

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Starke County Pair Arrested Following False Vehicle Registration

March 11, 2016WKVI

An SUV with a fictitious vehicle registration led to the arrest of two Starke County men.

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Stolen Car Leads to Arrest of Knox Man

March 11, 2016March 11, 2016WKVI

An 18-year-old Knox man is jailed in connection with two separate cases. Officers from the Knox Police Department were called to Kruz, Inc. on Culver Road Thursday night to investigate a suspicious vehicle in the parking lot. Police Chief Harold Smith says officers discovered the vehicle was damaged and determined it had been stolen. Continue reading →

Rep. Dermody Retires from Indiana General Assembly

March 11, 2016WKVI

DermodyRetirementResolution — Rep. Tom Dermody was honored this week on the House floor by Speaker Brian Bosma

A longtime state legislator is calling it a career. Rep. Tom Dermody, R-LaPorte, is retiring to devote more time to his family and his business. Continue reading →

Pulaski County Revolving Loan Leads to Job Creation

March 11, 2016WKVI

Pulaski County Courthouse The Pulaski County Commissioners have approved a loan that they hope will create jobs near Francesville.

The company, which owns land where Clear Decision Filtration Operates north of Francesville, has requested a $110-thousand loan to construct a new building. That site would allow the company to expand their production and make it easier for trucks to back-up to their plant.
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Hamlet Officials Seek Help With Railroad Woes

March 11, 2016WKVI

When U.S. Congresswoman Jackie Walorski’s field representative, Chris Lee, met with the Hamlet Town Board Wednesday evening, it asked for help in getting the unsafe condition of the Chicago, Fort Wayne & Eastern rail crossing repaired and improved on the north edge of the town. Continue reading →

Starke County Youth Club Receives Donation from America’s Farmers Grow Communities

March 11, 2016Michael Gallenberger

SCYC students Claire Brown, Colin Tunis, Lauren Thompson, Kaia Burkett and Trey Ratzlaff

The Starke County Youth Club has been selected by a local farmer to receive a $2,500 donation. Continue reading →

Culver Schools Scale Back Spring Intercession

March 11, 2016Michael Gallenberger

The Culver Community School Corporation will be keeping its April intercession period, but it will be scaled back from the one held in the fall. The intercession is a one-week period immediately following spring break, in which students who are struggling with certain classes can work to improve their grades. Continue reading →