Part of the old jail building in downtown Knox will be converted into morgue space for the coroner’s office on an interim basis. The county commissioners have agreed to turn the attached two-car garage into a secured area for body storage and viewing. Eventually plans call for morgue space at the proposed new IU Health Starke Hospital building. Continue reading
Knox Council Adopts 2016 Budget
The Knox City Council last night unanimously adopted a budget for 2016. As presented it’s $3.25 million, with $1.6 million of that funded by property taxes. Continue reading
Knox Council to Adopt Budget Tonight
The adoption of the 2016 budget is on the agenda for the Knox City Council meeting this evening. The proposed budget is for $3.25 million, with $1.6 million of that being funded by property taxes. It includes a two-percent raise for city employees. Continue reading
Appointments Still Available for Historic Christmas Photos
There are a few appointment spaces available for photographs to be taken in the beautiful, historic home of former Indiana Governor Henry F. Schricker on South Main Street in Knox.The home, built in 1915, will be celebrating its 100th anniversary next month with an open house. However, the living room has already been decorated for the Christmas season. It’s a perfect setting for a Christmas card picture, or a special keepsake photo.
1950s-60s Benefit Planned for WKVI’s Tom Berg
Put on your poodle skirts, slick back your hair and enjoy music and festivities from the 1950s and 60s for a good cause on Saturday, Oct. 24 at the Nancy J. Dembowski Community Center in downtown Knox. The WKVI staff is hosting a benefit to help our morning show host, Tom Berg, pay for medical expenses associated with his ongoing cancer treatment. Continue reading
Knox Water Department Schedules Hydrant Flushing
Knox residents may notice discolored tap water this week due to scheduled fire hydrant flushing. Continue reading
Knox Plans Fall Leaf Pickup
The City of Knox will be having its fall leaf pickup starting Tuesday. Continue reading
Starke County Officials Pricing Ambulances
Starke County EMS spent nearly $2,000 last month to keep its fleet on the road. Director Keith Emigh told the commissioners Monday night most of that money went toward the truck at the Grovertown base. He says repairs at the county highway garage cost $1,764.10. Additionally an air conditioning problem on the rig based at Knox and a blower motor problem on the North Judson truck had to be fixed. Continue reading
Sex Offender Faces New Charges in Starke County
A registered sex offender faces new charges in Starke County. James Sobieck of Knox was arrested after a two-day investigation by the Starke County Sheriff’s Office. Continue reading
Manufacturers Day Event to Be Held Tomorrow
The Third Annual Manufacturers Day Event will be held tomorrow at Knox Middle School. The event’s put on by the Starke County Economic Development Foundation to give students a better understanding of the local manufacturing industry. Continue reading
Knox Mayor Reminds Residents not to Burn Leaves
Knox mayor Rick Chambers is reminding residents that it’s illegal to burn leaves in the city. He says that with leaves falling, it’s tempting to want to burn them, but he’s asking residents to respect the no burn ordinance. Continue reading
Knox School Board Approves Teacher Contract
The Knox Federation of Teachers (KFT) and the Knox Community Schools have ratified a document that provides for a “status quo” agreement for the current year. The document follows last year’s contract. The School Board ratified the agreement last night; the KFT approved it on September 30th. Continue reading
Checkups Encouraged During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Continue reading
Election Board Sets Absentee Voting Hours Beginning October 6th
The Starke County Election Board has set times for absentee voting heading into November’s General Election.
Board members met Thursday morning to review the resolution setting times for voters unable to cast a ballot on Election Day. Cost comparisons with previous elections were provided for review.
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Starke County Historical Society Offers Christmas Photo Opportunity
The Starke County Historical Society is offering a special Christmas family photographic opportunity. Sessions can be scheduled at the home of former Gov. Henry F. Schricker on Main Street in Knox. It’s presently the county museum. Continue reading
Knox VFW Hosts Auto Show Fundraiser
The Knox VFW Men’s Auxiliary and the VFW Rider’s Club are teaming up for a special fundraiser this weekend. Continue reading
New Starke Coroner Inducted in Short Ceremony, Monday
Starke County inducted a new Coroner on Monday afternoon.
Dannie Hoffer, Jr. was elected to serve in the position after members of the Starke County Democratic Party precinct committee made the selection, last week. Hoffer, Jr. was one of four candidates vying for the position.
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Starke County Authorities Nab Five in Drug Patrol
An operation designed to locate illegal narcotics being transported through Starke County has landed a handful of individuals court dates.
Last Thursday, officers with the Starke County Sheriff’s Office conducted a four-hour saturation patrol on US 30. They employed the help of K9 Terror in the effort.
Trespassing Call Leads to Drug Arrest
A Winamac woman faces drug charges in Starke County after an alleged trespassing incident. Deputies from the Starke County Sheriff’s Office responded to a home in the 2000 south block of 700 East around 5:30 a.m. Friday after the resident reported someone was trying to break in. They found 33-year-old Patrina Hall outside the residence and arrested her for trespassing. Continue reading
Tax Sale Nets Cash From 180 Properties in Starke County
A program designed to return delinquent real estate to the tax rolls was held on Monday in Starke County.
Auditor Kay Chaffins and Treasurer Kasey Clark say more than $268-thousand was collected from the owners and buyers of the real estate under consideration.
