An E-Waste collection event is planned for Saturday, October 5 at the Knox Community School Corporation.
Continue readingE-Waste Collection Event Set for Saturday in Knox
Indiana Department of Environmental Management to Host E-Waste Collection Event in Knox October 5
Officials with the Indiana Department of Environmental Management are teaming up with ERI, the Starke County Environmental Management District, Secure Shred, and the Knox Community School Corporation to host an E-Waste collection event in Knox Saturday, October 5 at the Knox Community School Corporation at #2 Redskin Trail from 9 a.m. to noon CT.
Continue readingIDEM Extends Air Quality Action Day Forecast through Friday
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has extended the agency’s Air Quality Action Day forecast through Friday, June 21, 2024, including Northwest Indiana.
Continue readingIDEM Forecasts Air Quality Action Day in North Central, Northwest Indiana for May 18
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) forecasts an Air Quality Action Day for Saturday, May 18, 2024, for North Central and Northwest Indiana.
Continue readingIDEM Continues Air Quality Alert
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has extended an air quality alert through Friday, July 28.
Continue readingIDEM Issues Air Quality Alert
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has issued an air quality alert through Thursday, July 27.
Continue readingIDEM Issues Air Quality Alert
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has issued an air quality alert through Tuesday, July 25 for fine particulates.
Continue readingAir Quality Action Day Extended through Friday, June 30
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has forecasted another Air Quality Action Day for Friday, June 30.
Continue readingIDEM Extends Air Quality Alert through Thursday, June 29
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has forecasted another statewide Air Quality Action Day for Thursday, June 29. Current air monitor readings across the state remain very high as the Canadian wildfire plume continues to move slowly through the state. Particulates are expected to be in the “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” range.
Continue readingIDEM Extends Air Quality Alert through Wednesday, June 28
Indiana Department of Environmental Management officials have extended the Air Quality Alert through Wednesday, June 28 as high levels of fine particles continue to pollute the air from Canadian wildfires.
Continue readingIDEM Issues Air Quality Action Day Tuesday, June 27
Indiana Department of Environmental Management officials have declared an Air Quality Action Day Tuesday, June 27 that extends to 11 p.m. CT as they are forecasting high levels of fine particles (PM2.5) in the air.
The alert includes all of North Central, Northeast and Northwest Indiana.
Continue readingHamlet Behind in Updating IDEM-Required Wellhead Protection Plan
The Town of Hamlet has apparently fallen behind in updating its wellhead protection plan. Water Operator Jason Cox recently told the town council that the town got a letter from the Indiana Department of Environmental Management, notifying them of a violation.
Continue readingNorth Judson Seeking More Splash Pad Quotes after Contractor Raises Price
The Town of North Judson is once again seeking more quotes for the Norwayne Field splash pad project, after Vortex Aquatic Structures raised its cost estimate.
Continue readingHamlet Town Council Approves GIS Agreement to Meet IDEM Requirement
The Hamlet Town Council took action Wednesday to make sure employees can access the GIS map for the town’s utility infrastructure. Council members approved an agreement with WTH Technology. It will cost the town $500 a year to put the software on the street superintendent’s computer.
Continue readingCulver Council Voices Support for Creation of East Shore Conservancy District
The Culver Town Council is voicing its support for the creation of an East Shore Conservancy District, but members aren’t quite ready to sign a memorandum of understanding. The East Shore Corporation wants to connect to Culver’s wastewater system, due to the failure of its wetland disbursement system.
Continue readingNorth Judson Town Council Informed About Outcome of Recent IDEM Inspections
The North Judson Town Council heard about some recent inspections conducted by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) when members met last week.
Continue readingWinamac Park Board Considering Projects for Grant Application
The Winamac Park Board is waiting for some direction from the town council before working on an application for this year’s round of federal grant funding. During Thursday’s meeting, Park Board Member Pat Bawcum suggested writing a grant for a splash pad, if the town council decides not to move forward with a swimming pool project.
Continue readingWinamac Park Board to Research Possible Upgrades to Swinging Bridge
The Winamac Park Board wants to do some more research on possible upgrades to the “swinging bridge,” before looking for volunteers to help with the effort. The Town Park’s Memorial Bridge will be 100 years old in 2023. To celebrate the upcoming centennial, residents have proposed adding some sort of decorative lighting feature, as well as painting the bridge.
North Judson Town Council to Hold Public Hearing Tonight
North Judson Town Council members will hold a public hearing regarding the KIRPC water project during their regularly scheduled meeting tonight at 6:30 p.m.
In a past meeting, Town Superintendent Marshal Horstmann stated that needed improvements include rehabilitating four wells and bringing both water towers back up to OSHA standards with internal and external painting, repairs and sandblasting. Continue reading
Winamac Park Board to Continue Discussing Splash Pad, Toddler Playground Tonight
Ideas for improving the Winamac Town Park will continue to be discussed during tonight’s park board meeting. Last month, board members said they would like to see the equipment in the toddler playground replaced. The Winamac Kiwanis Club has offered to pay for the new equipment, if it’s awarded a matching grant from the Indiana District of Kiwanis.
