North Judson-San Pierre students had multiple unique, hands-on learning opportunities this week.
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Starke Tank Competition Applications Due by Friday
The Starke County Economic Development Foundation, Incorporated has announced the return of their business pitch competition, called Starke Tank.
Continue readingCity of Knox Now Accepting Applications for the 2018 Sidewalk Replacement Program
The City of Knox will be working with residents and business owners to replace damaged sidewalks.
The Mayor’s Office recently issued a press release that states they will receive requests for residential and business sidewalk replacements until all available funds are used, on a first come, first served basis until the money to support the program runs out.
According to the release, the street superintendent will measure and inspect the requested area and approve or disapprove of the work order. If it is approved, the next step is to bid the project out to contractors. Continue reading
Zoning Request Accepted by Knox Planning Commission Will Go Before City Council for Final Approval
Knox Planning Commission members held a public hearing over a rezoning request when they met Tuesday night.
In February, Timothy Miller came before the commission requesting permission to rezone a piece of property on Pacific Avenue from residential to commercial. At Tuesday’s meeting, he reminded the members of the specifics related to his request. Continue reading
Business Rankings Show Hoosier State Outperforms Neighbors
Indiana is once again receiving top marks in the nation for business climate.
Sheriff: Counterfeit Bills Should Raise Awareness
The Starke County Sheriff’s Department is advising the public to be on the lookout for counterfeit bills circulating in the local area.
Culver Looks to Combine Resources to Promote Community
Culver is looking for a way to bring it all together to help promote and market the community in the coming years.
Several organizations have held informal conversations about combining resources to find solutions to several problems the community is facing. It was discussed during last week’s Culver Town Council meeting to begin preparations.
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Culver Work Session May Extend Sidewalk Snow Removal to Commercial District
The Town of Culver may consider snow removal from the sidewalks of some commercial businesses in the near future.
Business representatives asked the Town to consider implementing the service after it was noticed that the downtown merchants often scoop their sidewalks at different points in the day. The inconsistent snow can obstruct pedestrian traffic.
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Following Zoning Approval, Tractor Supply Opening Remains Mystery
Now that zoning approval has been granted, additional steps can be taken to open a Tractor Supply Company location in Knox.
During Monday night’s meeting of the Knox Board of Zoning Appeals, a representative of Tractor Supply Co. requested a variance be granted to allow for the use of outdoor storage space at the Knox Mall – the proposed site of the store.
Jenkins Fire Determined to be Accidental
Hotspots continued to be battled Monday morning after a major fire in Winamac over the weekend.
Fire Crews Respond to Winamac Business Fire, Sunday
Firefighters were called to a business in Winamac after a report of a fire on Sunday.
According to officials with the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department, Jenkins Service and Tire Sales, located in the 400 block of North Monticello Street, is the site of the blaze.
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Culver Identifying Methods for Downtown Business Attraction
The Town of Culver may soon be considering ways to attract businesses to their downtown area.
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New Tenant Proposed for Knox Mall
A Tractor Supply Company store may soon reside at the former site of ALCO in Knox.
Culver Redevelopment Commission Continues Business Program for Façade Improvement
Culver businesses have another opportunity to be reimbursed for work on the front of their buildings.
The Culver Redevelopment Commission’s Façade Grant Program is still in its pilot stages and hopes to promote general maintenance while enhancing the look of Culver’s buildings.
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BraunAbility Announces Acquisition by Investor Group
BraunAbility has been acquired by a Sweden-based investment firm.
The company, called Investor AB, recently signed the agreement that will make the Winamac operated Braunability part of the company’s portfolio. Others businesses in that list include AstraZeneca, Electrolux, and NASDAQ.
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Pulaski County Anticipates Abatement Request for Project
The Pulaski County Council has taken a step that may soon help an area business grow its operations.
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Culver Businesses to Close by September’s End
The owner of two businesses in Culver says it’s an exciting, but also a sad time.
George Pesek, owner of Corndance Cafe and Evil Czech Brewery in Culver, announced to employees on Thursday that both locations would be closing before the end of September. Pesek says he opened similar locations in Mishawaka, the demand for which has been relatively large compared to Culver.
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SCEDF Claims Businesses Notice Civility in Communities
A local economic development official says community disruptions can harm job creation.
Charlie Weaver, Executive Director of the Starke County Economic Development Foundation, says companies often target a community’s workforce quality, infrastructure, and access to major markets prior to locating. He also says a second set of criteria must be met that includes how a community works through its problems.
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SBA Makes Small Business Loans Available Following Disaster Declaration
The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering financial assistance to entities affected by rains and flooding that started in the spring of this year.
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Rep. Walorski Aims for Proactive Approach to Prevent Detrimental Regulation
Congresswoman Jackie Walorski says she wants to be more proactive when acting on federal regulation that could harm economic growth.
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