The Northwest Indiana Influential Women Association recently announced 165 finalists for the 12th annual Influential Women Awards, including one from Starke County.
Continue readingLocal Woman Announced as Finalist for 2023 Influential Women Awards
Kid’s Closet Ministry Gearing up for Rummage Sale Weekends
Kid’s Closet Ministry officials have begun setting up for their huge rummage sale set for the weekends of May 4-6 and May 11-13 at the North Judson United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall.
Continue readingNorth Judson Town Council Updated on Mint Festival, Approves Rummage Sale Permit For Kids Closet Ministry
The North Judson Town Council members were reminded that the next public planning meeting for this year’s Mint Festival will be held Thursday, March 23 at 6:30 p.m. CT at the North Judson-Wayne Township Public Library. Residents are welcome to attend and share any ideas or suggestions.
Continue readingNo Shave November Event Gathers Donations for Starke County Organization
Officers from the Starke County Sheriff’s Department proudly grew beards in the month of November to raise money for a Starke County non-profit organization.
Continue readingCOVID-19 Prompts Volunteer Organizations to Find More Efficient Ways to Help Those in Need
In a year when COVID-19 has disrupted much of everyday life, local volunteers have used their creativity to keep helping those in need. The Kid’s Closet Ministry provides school supplies, clothing, and other resources to about Starke County 1,200 children a year. Director Linda Lewandowski says that volunteers can no longer deliver clothes directly to homes, but they found a solution that turned out to be more efficient.
Continue readingKid’s Closet, Food Pantry Celebrate Building Purchase
Kid’s Closet and the North Judson United Methodist Church Food Pantry cut the ribbon on their permanent home Wednesday. The church’s outreach ministries moved into the building on the west side of North Judson on State Road 10 just over two years ago. After years of raising funds and applying for grants, they were recently able to buy it outright from the Bailey family for $75,000.
Continue readingDedicated Community Members Honored at Starke County Chamber of Commerce Awards Dinner
The Nancy J. Dembowski Community Center was teeming with community spirit Thursday evening during the annual Starke County Chamber of Commerce Awards Dinner.
The event was attended by local leaders, state representatives, former award recipients and a plethora of caring community members. It was led by Chamber of Commerce President Jerry Gurrado and Executive Director Jessica Craig.
The man of the hour was the owner of Territorial Engineering Van Janovic, who was presented with the Henry F. Schricker Service Before Self Award. Continue reading
Drop Off Hygiene Products at the SCILL Center to Help the Kid’s Closet Ministry
In addition to supplying Starke County’s youth with school supplies and clothing, the Kid’s Closet Ministry also provides hygiene kits for kids and teens.
To help the organization replenish their supplies, students and staff involved with the Starke County Initiative for Lifelong Learning (SCILL) are collecting hygiene products now throughout the month of November. Continue reading
Kid’s Closet Ministry Completes Their Move, Volunteers Still Needed for Additional Work
The Kid’s Closet Ministry has finished moving into their spacious new home. However, there’s still some additional work that needs to be done before the facility is completely up and running. Continue reading
Kid’s Closet Ministry to Get Larger Facility
An organization aimed at making sure Starke County children have the tools they need to succeed at school is getting a much-needed facility upgrade. The Kid’s Closet Ministry provides school supplies, clothing, and other resources.
Starke County Students Receive Back-to-School Shopping Assistance During “Shop with a Cop”
More than 50 Starke County students received some back-to-school shopping assistance on Sunday during the annual Kankakee Valley Fraternal Order of Police “Shop with a Cop” event.
North Judson Town Marshall Kelly Fisher discussed the experience during her report at Monday night’s town council meeting. Continue reading
Kid’s Closet Ministry Looking for Volunteers
The start of the school year is right around the corner and Linda Lewandowski from the Kid’s Closet Ministry is looking for volunteers to help get kids in need get the supplies they need prior to the start of the school year.
Starke County Council, Commissioners to Meet Tonight
The Starke County Council members will begin preparations for putting together the 2019 budget when they meet tonight. They will set a date for the 2019 budget workshop. Highway Superintendent Rik Ritzler is anticipated to present his proposed 2019 revenue and budget tonight. The addition of a sergeant jailer will be presented as an amendment to the salary ordinance and the council will appoint a member to the Starke County Library Board.
In Need of Volunteers, Director of Kid’s Closet Ministry Discusses Program with Local Officials
The Kid’s Closet Ministry provides helpful resources such as clothing, hygiene products and school supplies to children across Starke County and it takes a lot of kind, dedicated people to make this possible.
Director Linda Lewandowski recently provided presentations to both the Knox City Council and the North Judson Town Council, explaining the specifics of the program as well as highlighting the need for more volunteers. Continue reading
NJ Town Council to Continue Discussion Over Potential Internet Upgrades
North Judson Town Council members will discuss a request submitted by Fourway Computer Products in a previous meeting when they meet tonight.
At a meeting in early June, members heard a proposal from the company about installing equipment on the town’s water tower for potential internet expansion and upgrades. Members will continue their discussion of that possibility this evening. Continue reading
Kid’s Closet School Supply Drive is Today
Help Starke County children start school with a boost of confidence by donating school supplies during today’s Kid’s Closet Ministries Pack a Backpack drive. Volunteers will be at the Knox and North Judson Dollar General stores from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. with supply lists. Continue reading
Kid’s Closet Ministry Hosts Starke County School Supply Drive
Volunteers will be collecting school supplies for Starke County children at locations in Knox and North Judson tomorrow. Donated items will be distributed as part of the annual Pack a Backpack event sponsored by Kid’s Closet Ministry at North Judson United Methodist Church. Director Linda Lewandowski says the goal is to help local youngsters start the school year with confidence. Continue reading
Church Holds Successful Rock-a-Thon For Kid’s Closet Ministry
Members of Little Dove Baptist Church in Toto enjoyed a day of fun and fellowship for a good cause on Saturday. Participants in the church’s rock-a-thon raised $1,200 in cash for Kid’s Closet Ministry at North Judson United Methodist Church and collected several new coats, hats, scarves and pairs of gloves for children throughout Starke County. Continue reading
Vote for Kids Closet Ministry in SafeCo’s Make More Happen Contest
Kids Closet Ministry assists the youth of Starke County year-round. From providing backpacks and school supplies at the start of the school year to doling out winter wear in the colder months, Kids Closet Ministry is constantly there for the children in the area. Now you have a chance to give back to this generous organization with Safe-Co’s a Make More Happen program. Continue reading
Kids Closet Ministry’s Pack-A-Backpack Event is Back!
Starke County students who receive either free or reduced lunch during the school year have a chance to receive a backpack full of free supplies tonight or tomorrow at the North Judson United Methodist Church fellowship hall. Continue reading
