The deadline is approaching for Indiana residents to sign-up for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act, and several organizations are hoping to target rural Hoosiers.
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State Board of Education Releases 2014-15 A-F Grades
Schools throughout the WKVI listening area fared well overall on the A through F grades approved Tuesday by the State Board of Education. The scores reflect changes fast-tracked through the Indiana General Assembly to hold corporations harmless due to last year’s significant drop in ISTEP+ scores. Continue reading
Starke Commissioners Poised to Approve Hospital Lease Assignment
The Starke County Commissioners will clear the way for the sale of IU Health Starke Hospital during a special meeting later today. They will formally approve the assignment of the hospital lease to Knox Hospital, LLC during the special-called 4:30 p.m. session. That’s the limited liability company set up by IU Health and Community Health Systems. The Tennessee-based company is in the process of buying IU Health LaPorte and Starke Hospitals. Continue reading
Knox Council to Decide on Utility Rate Increases
The Knox City Council will decide tonight whether to give its final approval to ordinances raising water and sewer rates. The proposed rates are based on a study conducted for the city by accounting firm Umbaugh and Associates. It took into account infrastructure needs for maintaining both services at appropriate levels. Continue reading
Pulaski County CDC Recommends Streamlining Plan Director Position
Pulaski County’s search to replace their vacant Planning and Building Inspector positions may ultimately lead to a bit of restructuring.
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State Trooper Discusses Meth Dangers
Indiana has the dubious distinction of leading the nation in the number of meth labs seized in both 2013 and 2014. Trooper Maggie Short with the Indiana State Police Clandestine Lab Team says the highly addictive stimulant can be manufactured easily from ingredients that can be purchased at any hardware or drug store. Continue reading
N.J.-S.P. Moves Closer To Budget Adjustment Goals
The interim superintendent with the North Judson – San Pierre school corporation says they are still in the assessment phase of their plans when it comes to readjusting their finances.
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Oregon-Davis Students Compete in Future City Competition
Two Oregon-Davis students had the chance to present their solution to a real-world problem at this year’s Future City Competition. Annabelle Fosburgh and Ryan Minter were among the teams of middle school students from around the state who traveled to Fort Wayne on Saturday to compete in the event. Continue reading
Culver Town Council Sets Goals for 2016, Revisits Entry Level Housing
The Culver Town Council will be discussing a few goals they have for 2016 at a work session meeting tonight, but they also plan to get a bit more specific on a project they’ve been working on for several months.
State Rep. Reminds Hoosiers of Education Donation Option on Tax Returns
Indiana residents can support public education when they file their state tax returns for 2015.
Infant Suffers Major Injuries Following Alleged Beatings by Father
A five month old infant is in stable condition after authorities say the child suffered beatings at the hands of his father.
Family Express Break-In Suspect Arrested
A North Judson man faces burglary charges in connection with a recent convenience store break-in. Continue reading
Starke County Commissioners Review Proposed Nuisance Ordinance
The Starke County Commissioners want the planning commission to take another crack at a proposed nuisance and unsafe building ordinance. It aims to regulate what is and is not allowed in unincorporated areas of Starke County in the interest of health, safety and welfare. Continue reading
Starke County Candidate Filings Pick Up
Candidate filing is picking up in Starke County. Several county-wide seats are up for grabs this year. Incumbent Councilmen Freddie Baker, Bryan Cavender and Bob Sims are all running for reelection. Continue reading
Races Taking Shape in Pulaski County
The latest round of candidate filings in Pulaski County sets up a general election contest for a county-wide seat. Continue reading
Oregon-Davis High School Hosts Financial Aid Workshop
High school students and their parents will have the chance to learn more about how to pay for college at Oregon-Davis High School this evening. Financial Aid staff from Ancilla College will give a presentation on where help is available and how to apply. Continue reading
Culver Schools Reaches Initial Fundraising Goal for Marketing Project
A fundraising campaign to help the Culver Community Schools Corporation improve its marketing efforts has reached its first goal. Last week, a GoFundMe account created by a group of volunteers working on the marketing component of the school corporation’s strategic plan surpassed $6,000. That’s enough money to pay for a new brand and logo family created by VIP Branding. Continue reading
Ancilla Golf Coach Collects Water for Flint
An Ancilla College coach is working to give clean drinking water to the people of Flint, Michigan, after a switch of the city’s water supply caused a spike in lead poisoning. Continue reading
Power Outages Experienced Near North Judson
A blown insulator is being blamed for power outages in North Judson and extending into rural areas of Starke and Pulaski counties. That’s according to Kankakee Valley REMC spokeswoman Amanda Steeb. She says the problem is in NIPSCO’s equipment, and crews are on their way to repair the problem. Continue reading
Culver Community High School Receives Donation for Yearbook
During a school board meeting dominated by the discussion of budget and staff cuts, the Culver Community Schools Corporation was also able to share a bit of positive financial news Monday. Continue reading