Expanding the Wanatah School building to accommodate high school classes could lead to an increase on the school district’s property taxes, but only temporarily. That’s according to public finance firm Stifel.
Continue readingTri-Township High School Relocation Proposal Shared with Public
The idea of closing the 105-year-old LaCrosse school building and moving high school classes to Wanatah drew several concerns during a presentation on the proposal Thursday.
Continue readingTri-Township Superintendent Recommends Moving High School to Wanatah
The century-old LaCrosse High School would be closed and replaced with a new facility in Wanatah, under a recommendation from Tri-Township School Superintendent Kelly Shepherd.
Continue readingKelly Shepherd Named Tri-Township School Superintendent
Tri-Township School Superintendent to Resign in June
An area school superintendent is stepping down at the end of the school year. Tim Somers says he’s resigning from his position as superintendent of the Tri-Township Consolidated School Corporation, effective June 30. “I just feel that it is time for a change in leadership at Tri-Township,” he says. Continue reading
Keep Safe This Prom Season
As prom season approaches, the LaPorte County Sheriff’s Office is offering some safety tips. Continue reading
Wanatah to Host Second Annual 5K Run/Walk
Local runners have the chance to test their skills in Wanatah this weekend, while helping to support the local community. On Saturday, the town is hosting its second annual 5K run/walk race to help raise money for the Wanatah Scarecrow Festival and the LaCrosse High School Athletic Department. Continue reading
High School Graduations Approaching; Celebrate Safely
Area high schools are preparing for graduation ceremonies across the Kankakee Valley as soon-to-be-graduates prepare for life after high school. West Central High School students will be the first to graduate while South Central High School students will undergo their graduation ceremonies last, but police will be on high-alert, searching for intoxicated and unrestrained drivers, so adults are strongly encouraged not to provide alcohol for graduation parties and to keep tabs on graduates attending parties to ensure they are being responsible.
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