The Starke County Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program is recruiting its next group of volunteers. CASAs help guide abused and neglected kids through the court system.
Motivated Community Members Needed for Blue Jay Strategic Planning Group
The Blue Jay Strategic Planning Group is searching for new members to join their organization that serves as a link between the school corporation and the community. The group meets once a month in order to set goals that seem pertinent to parents, residents and school faculty. Continue reading
Ancilla College New Student Orientation on Friday
Incoming Ancilla College students have the opportunity to settle into residence halls, explore the campus, meet faculty and learn all they need to know about the upcoming semester at a new student orientation this Friday at 12 p.m. [EST]. College placement testing will start at 9 a.m. for students who still need to get that completed. Continue reading
Culver-Union Township Public Library Hosts Solar Eclipse Program
Angela Osterman Meyer, Ph.D., an astronomy instructor at the Culver Academies, will present a solar eclipse program on Saturday, Aug. 19 at 10:30 a.m. and noon ET at the Culver-Union Township Public Library. The library staff will also distribute solar eclipse glasses during her presentations.
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Mill Pond Festival Returns this Month
The 31st Annual Mill Pond Festival is coming up later this month in Union Mills. The event gets underway Friday, August 25 at 6:00 p.m. with a golf cart rally. Festivities continue Saturday, August 26 with the Mill Pond Festival Parade at 10:00 a.m., followed by an opening ceremony at 10:30. A fireworks display will take place Saturday night at 8:30.
Two Arrested on Methamphetamine Charges
Two Knox residents were arrested on drug charges after a month-long investigation conducted by investigators from the Starke County Sheriff’s Office.
Police say they found 31-year-old Matthew Bradley hiding in a residence in the 3,000 S. block of 100 W. in North Judson on Tuesday, Aug 15. Bradley was detained along with 25-year-old Haley Marshall after methamphetamine-related items were found inside the room where Bradley was found, according to the report.
Pulaski County Justice Center Door System in Need of Replacement
The computer system that controls the doors at the Pulaski County Justice Center will soon have to be replaced.
N.J.-S.P. School Board Approves Boiler Purchase & Capital Project Advertising
After working with Thermal Solutions for several months, North Judson-San Pierre Schools are permitted to purchase three new boilers at a discounted price. Though the school board already approved the boiler project during their July meeting, they were required to act on purchasing the boilers during their Tuesday night meeting. Continue reading
Winamac Town Manager Addresses Parking Problems Uptown
Improperly parked employees could be causing problems for other businesses in Winamac. A few businesses filed complaints about employees of other businesses parking in front of their buildings, making it difficult for customers to find places to park and preventing people from accessing the businesses themselves. Continue reading
Railroad Township Board Approves 2018 Salaries
Railroad Township officials will keep the same salaries for another year. A 2018 salary resolution was approved last week by the township board.
Summer Projects Almost Done at Eastern Pulaski Schools
The Eastern Pulaski School Corporation is wrapping up its summer projects. Continue reading
Culver Video Production Set for Saturday
Why do you choose Culver? Your answer can be featured in a video set for taped interviews this Saturday at the Culver Beach Lodge.
Fans of Culver of all ages are welcome to participate. You can sit in front of the camera and explain why you choose Culver. The time limit is 30 seconds. If you don’t want to speak but would like to include a sign of why you choose Culver, it will be featured in a photo montage.
Yellowstone Trail Fest This Weekend
Hamlet’s annual celebration of classic transportation returns this weekend. The Yellowstone Trail Fest takes place Saturday and Sunday at the Starke County Fairgrounds.
Volunteers Needed for Knox Haunted Trail
The Knox Park Board is planning a haunted trail this fall, and they’re looking for some volunteers to help out. Individuals or groups interested in planning or running the event are invited to a meeting tomorrow evening at 6:00 at Knox City Hall.
Pulaski County Council Considers Additional Appropriations for Court-Appointed Attorney Costs
The cost of providing court-appointed personal injury lawyers is adding up for Pulaski County. The county council Monday approved an additional appropriation of $15,000 for Pauper Council in Superior Court and $30,000 for Pauper Counsel in Circuit Court. But before those appropriations were even finalized, council members got requests for even more money.
Railroad Township Board Approves $60,000 Additional Appropriation for Legal Fees
The battle over fire protection in Railroad Township has led to some significant legal costs. Last week, the township board approved an additional appropriation of $60,000 to cover attorney’s fees.
Winamac Town Council Held Public Hearing for Water Project Discussion
Last night, the Winamac Town Council hosted a public hearing Monday evening in order to discuss the the $1.5 million water project. The project will include two new ten inch wells and well houses, two river borings, and a 7,000 foot extension of the water line in order to connect it to the water plant and the new wells. According Water Department Superintendent Jeremy Beckner, both current wells are more than 100 years old and nearing the end of their lifespan. Continue reading
Culver-Union Township Fire Department Seeking Firefighters
Another firefighter left the Culver-Union Township Fire Department and the fire chief is attempting to hire more to keep a healthy roster.
Fire Chief Terry Wakefield told the Culver Town Council last week that one other firefighter submitted his resignation recently which leaves the department at 14 firefighters. This makes four firefighters who have left the department since March.
Oregon-Davis Students Get Visit from Knox, Starke County K-9 Units
Oregon-Davis students had the chance to learn how police dogs keep residents safe.
North Judson-San Pierre School Board Meets Tonight
The North Judson-San Pierre School Board of Trustees meets tonight at 7 p.m. [CST]. The Board is seeking approval to advertise the 2018-2020 Capital Projects & Bus Replacement Plan and to submit the proposed 2018 NJ-SP School Corporation Budget to the Starke County Council. Continue reading
