The WoodStarke festival will return for a fourth year this September. This year’s event will bring at least 15 bands, 10 to 12 artists, and a jiu-jitsu demonstration to Wythogan Park, according to event organizer Jacob Lippner. Continue reading
Knox Council Updates How It Compensates for Circuit Breaker Tax Credit
The Knox City Council had to change the way it compensates for the circuit breaker tax credit in the city’s budget.
Wythogan Park Concession Stand Construction May Be Delayed, as DNR Requests More Information
The next addition to Wythogan Park in Knox may be delayed a bit. A restroom and concession stand is planned for the area between the splash pad and performance stage.
Financial Arrangements Approved for Knox Community Center Renovations
Upgrades to the Nancy J. Dembowski Community Center in Knox should begin by the end of this summer. A new heating and cooling system, as well as a new roof are set to be installed.
Financial Arrangements for Knox Community Center Upgrades to be Considered Tonight
The City of Knox will finalize some of the financial arrangements for the Nancy J. Dembowski Community Center renovations. The Knox Community Center Building Corporation will meet tonight at 6:30 to consider a resolution amending the lease and approving the financing. Once that’s complete, the city council will consider its own resolution, during its regular meeting at 7:00.
Mayor Estok Credits Businesses, Volunteers for Successful Fun Day in the Park
Knox Mayor Dennis Estok says this year’s Fun Day in the Park was a success. Continue reading
Knox City Council Updated on Community Center Improvement Project
Upgrades to the Nancy J. Dembowski Community Center will now include window repairs. Knox Clerk-Treasurer Jeff Houston told the city council Tuesday that seal plates will have to be replaced on four to six windows. Continue reading
Knox City Council Approves Rental Fees for Wythogan Park Performance Stage
The Wythogan Park Performance Stage will soon be available for rent. The Knox City Council approved a resolution Tuesday setting rental fees, along with some rules.
Knox City Council Meeting Tonight
The Knox City Council has a light agenda for tonight’s meeting. No specific discussion or action items are listed, other than the usual reports from Mayor Dennis Estok and Clerk-Treasurer Jeff Houston.
Knox Hopes to Demolish Another House with Leftover Blight Elimination Grant Funds
The City of Knox may be able to tear down an additional house as part of its blight elimination effort. Over the past year or so, the city’s torn down 10 uninhabitable homes, with funding from the Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority.
Knox City Council Approves Changes to Motor Vehicle Highway Fund
More state road funding will mean more paperwork for the City of Knox.
Knox Council Tightens Trash Dumping Regulations
The City of Knox is looking to crack down on illegal dumping. The city council approved an ordinance Tuesday that bans people who live outside the city limits from bringing their trash into the city for collection. It also raises fines to $150 for the first offense and $500 for all subsequent violations.
Illegal Dumping, Motor Vehicle Highway Fund Ordinances to be Considered by Knox City Council
The Knox City Council will consider an illegal dumping ordinance on first reading tonight. Mayor Dennis Estok previously told council members that someone has been dumping 20- to 30-pound bags of animal waste in park trash cans. Continue reading
Knox Officials Crafting Updated Illegal Dumping Ordinance
Knox officials are putting the final touches on a revised ordinance to crack down on illegal dumping within the city limits. It will be ready for consideration at their Tuesday, June 27 meeting. Continue reading
Knox Officials Seek Sponsors for More Concerts in the Park
Knox officials have deemed the inaugural concert at the Wythogan Park performance stage a success and are looking forward to additional shows throughout the summer. Continue reading
Knox City Council Denies Selected Furniture Tax Abatement Request
The Knox City Council this week denied a tax abatement request from an embattled local factory, citing their lack of compliance with the terms of the deal. Continue reading
Public Input Sought on U.S. 30 Freeway Proposal
Plans are in the works at the state level to turn U.S. 30 into freeway within the next decade. Starke County Economic Development Foundation Executive Director Charlie Weaver says a public meeting is scheduled Wednesday, June 28 at 5 p.m. in the Oregon-Davis Junior-Senior High School Cafeteria. Continue reading
Knox Officials Discuss Water Street Paving Options
Knox Mayor Dennis Estok wants citizen input on a proposed street resurfacing project with historical implications. The city’s application for Community Crossings grant money from the state will include an update to Water Street west from Heaton Street past Wythogan Park to Mound Street. Continue reading
Knox Pulls Recycling Drop-Off Bins
The City of Knox is no longer offering drop-off recycling. Mayor Dennis Estok told the city council last night the Starke County Environmental Council pulled the two bins located at the corner of Shield and Mound Streets at his request last Friday. Continue reading
Knox Officials Dedicate Veterans Parkway
A road at the south end of the Knox City Limits has a new name. Last summer the city used Community Crossings grant money to connect 150 South between Roosevelt Road and South Heaton Street. During a dedication ceremony yesterday, Mayor Dennis Estok told the crowd of veterans, family members and city officials the former county road needed a new name. Continue reading
