The Knox Volunteer Fire Department will continue to provide fire protection service to Center Township and the northeast part of Jackson Township for the next two years. Continue reading
Knox City Council Approves Fire Protection Contracts
Community Services of Starke County Hosts Holiday Open Houses
Community Services of Starke County is inviting residents to get in the Christmas spirit at its Holiday Open Houses in Knox and North Judson next week. Continue reading
Knox City Council Discusses Utility Rate Increases
Knox residents will likely see an increase in their water and sewer bills early next year. City council members discussed the recently completed rate study during their meeting last night but did not take any formal action. That’s expected at their next meeting in December. Continue reading
Knox Leaf Collection Over
The City of Knox has announced that fall leaf pickup has ended for the year. If residents still have leaves to get rid of, they can bring them to the city compost site at any time. Continue reading
New Judge Takes Over Suspected Serial Killer’s Case
The Gary man accused of killing seven women, including a Knox resident, will have his death penalty case heard by a new judge. “The Times of Northwest Indiana” reports Lake Criminal Judge Samuel Cappas will preside over Darren Vann’s capital murder case. It was moved earlier this week from Judge Diane Boswell’s courtroom. Continue reading
Knox Council to Discuss Utility Rates
Knox residents may soon see an increase in their water and sewer rates. The city council recently commissioned a rate study and plans to discuss findings when they meet this evening at 7. Continue reading
Knox School Board Discusses Bus Options
A 78-passenger school bus and two minivans were approved for purchase last night by the Knox School Board. A study on the advisability of leasing the vehicles is still incomplete. The purchase will not be made until the review is complete and ultimately recommends purchase over lease. Continue reading
County Commissioners to Discuss NIPSCO Project
The Starke County Commissioners will meet earlier than usual this evening to discuss a utility project that is coming through the county. They’ve called a special session for 5:30 p.m. in advance of their regular 6 p.m. meeting to talk about NIPSCO’s Reynolds-Topeka transmission line project. Continue reading
The Crossing to Host Christmas Open House
Students from The Crossing Educational Center will have the chance to put their business skills to the test tomorrow when they host a Christmas Open House. Continue reading
Starke County Bicentennial Committee Finalizes Promotional Placemat
Starke County restaurants will play a key role in promoting local activities surrounding Indiana’s bicentennial celebration. The county bicentennial committee has finalized a placemat design featuring a map and local historical information. It will be distributed free of charge early next year to local restaurants. Continue reading
Salvation Army Seeking Starke County Volunteers
The Salvation Army is in need of volunteers to assist with the annual bell ringing campaign. Continue reading
Plymouth Man Arrested After Alleged Knox High School Kidnapping Incident
Knox Police Department Rolls Out New Vehicle
The Knox Police Department’s fleet now includes a 2015 Dodge Charger. Police Chief Clint Norem told the board of works last week it will be assigned to one of the detectives but is pursuit capable if necessary. Continue reading
Knox Residents Reminded of Snow Routes, Parking Rules
The recent snowfall was no match for the new City of Knox plow truck. Street Superintendent Jeff Borg told the board of works last week it handled well and was able to plow the streets without any mechanical problems. Continue reading
Knox Sponsoring Christmas Decorating Contest
The City of Knox is once again sponsoring a Christmas decorating contest. Continue reading
Street Sign Replacement Scheduled on Heaton Street
New street signs will soon be installed on U.S. 35 through Knox in order to meet a federal requirement. Continue reading
Knox Council Approves End-of-Year Fund Transfers
The Knox City Council Tuesday night approved a series of balance transfers to close out the fiscal year in the black. Continue reading
Knox Officials Prepare for Transition
Knox Mayor Rick Chambers has instructed city department heads to develop priority lists for the new administration. Dennis Estok is set to take over as mayor on Jan. 1.
He will decide what to do about two vehicles the city no longer uses. One is a Chevrolet Tahoe with a motor problem, and the other is a 2009 Ford Crown Victoria patrol car with transmission issues. The recent purchase of a new Dodge Charger for the Knox Police Department means it can be retired from the fleet. Continue reading
Local Voter Turnout Exceeds State Average
Voter turnout in Starke and Pulaski Counties during the Nov. 3 Municipal General Election exceeded the statewide average. That’s according to data released this week by Indiana Secretary of State Connie Lawson. Continue reading
Knox Woman Charged for Drug Possession During Shoplifting Incident
A Knox woman is in custody following a shoplifting incident that ultimately led to the discovery of drugs.
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