Come out to Wythogan Park on August 29 for an event full of music, food and fun for everyone. WoodStarke is scheduled to commence at 10 am and run all day on that Saturday in August. Throughout the day, highlights will include a variety of music, games for the kids and artistic displays as well as activities focusing on local talent and Starke County. Similar to last year’s event all activities and healthy food will be free to the public, however this year’s event will feature something new. Continue reading
Deadline in Early July for Northern Indiana Community Foundation Scholarships
Starke County individuals looking to obtain further education can apply for funding assistance through two Northern Indiana Community Foundation scholarships. Continue reading
Volunteers Needed for the Starke County Career Success Coalition 4-H Fair Booth
The 4-H fair is scheduled to start soon and the Starke County Career Success Coalition is looking for volunteers willing to help run their booth in the commercial building from 7:30 to 10 pm during fair week, July 13th through the 17th. The objective of the coalition is to provide easier access to higher education to local adults and recent graduates. One specific goal the coalition hopes to reach is that 25% of local students finish college by 2025. Continue reading
North Judson K9 Officer Makes Drug Arrest
A Culver man and a Plymouth woman face drug charges after a Saturday traffic stop in downtown North Judson at the corner of Main and Luken Streets. North Judson Police K9 Gunner sniffed the vehicle and indicated the possible presence of narcotics, according to a police department news release. Continue reading
WKVIdol Signing Competition Sign-ups
It is that time of year again, WKVI is on the search for Starke County’s next singing sensation. The WKVIdol contest will take place during the Starke County 4-H fair on Monday July 13 at 8 pm. Continue reading
N.J.-S.P. School Board Reaffirms Support for Title 1 Program
The North Judson-San Pierre School Board this week reaffirmed support for the federal Title 1 program. It provides resources to schools with high percentages of students from low-income families to offer extra academic help. Superintendent Lynn Johnson says the corporation will be able to add more grant-funded assistance for students. Continue reading
“Mint” to be Seen in 2015
The North Judson Mint Festival continues today and tomorrow with plenty more for you and the family to do. Start the day off with a pancake breakfast from 7 am until 10 am at the Masonic Lodge. If you’re still hungry and looking for bit of friendly competition, attend the pie eating contest at 11 am at Lane St & Sycamore. Continue reading
Cooking with Mint Cookbook Available this Weekend at the Mint Fest
For the first time you can take part of the Mint Festival home with you. A new cookbook compiled of various recipes from the Cooking with Mint contests over the last 37 years will be available for purchase at this year’s festival. Continue reading
North Judson Mint Festival Starts Today!
The North Judson Mint Festival kicks off today with the opening ceremony commencing at 5 pm in Norwayne Field. Immediately following the opening ceremony, the winners of father and grandfather of the year will be announced. Tonight’s entertainment includes music by High Noon and Elwood Splinter Band from 5:30 until 11:00 pm.
N.J.-S.P. Officials Prepare for School Funding Referendum
North Judson-San Pierre School officials are preparing to ask taxpayers within the corporation to support a $1.5 million tax increase over the next seven years to fund school operations. The school board will formally authorize the process during their July meeting. Continue reading
Public’s Help Sought in Locating Hit and Run Suspect
The Starke County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating the suspect in Sunday’s fatal hit-and-run crash in North Judson. Continue reading
North Judson-San Pierre School Corporation Prepares for Referendum
Voters who live in the North Judson-San Pierre School District will be asked to consider a tax increase to support the corporation. The measure will be on the November General Election ballot. Continue reading
Rain Delays Collection of North Judson Income Surveys
The weather has sidelined efforts to collect enough income surveys from North Judson residents to finalize a grant application. Continue reading
Would You Walk 500 Miles?
If you could lower your risk of cancer, heart disease, diabetes and obesity by implementing exercise into your daily regiment, why wouldn’t you? What if I told you aside from improving your health, you could also potentially win prizes, feeling more motivated? Moving Starke County forward is a local initiative that lasts all summer long, aimed at getting members of the county up and moving. Continue reading
Autopsy Scheduled Today for Hit-and-Run Crash Victim
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An autopsy will be performed today on the North Judson man who was killed early Sunday morning in a hit-and-run crash. He’s identified as Michael Keller Sr., 57. Continue reading
EMA Director Worries About Effect of Rain on Crops
The continued rains have left many area farmers up a creek, so to speak. Starke County Emergency Management Agency Director Ted Bombagetti told the county commissioners last night many have sustained significant losses as a result of standing water. He adds it will be too late for them to replant by the time their fields dry out. Bombagetti has made a formal request for “saturated soil” assistance to the Indiana Department of Homeland Security and is waiting for a response. Continue reading
North Judson-San Pierre School Board Prepares for Upcoming Year
Summer vacation just started, but the North Judson-San Pierre School Board is already preparing for the coming year. Tonight’s school board agenda includes discussion of Title I participation, textbook fees and student handbooks for the 2015-16 school year. Continue reading
Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum Father’s Day Weekend Special
Fathers day is fast approaching and if you’re still searching for that special gift, Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum in North Judson can assist. Ride the rails and soak up local scenery during Mint Festival Weekend, Saturday, June 20 and Sunday June 21.
Mint Festival Royal Court
After much deliberation, the Mint Festival Royal Court was selected over the weekend. Judges had their work cut out for them this year with a plethora of talented contestants but after weighing all their options they reached a decision and declared the 2015 Mint Pageant winners.
Mint Idol Contest Registration Deadline Extended
Singers of all ages have a little more time to sign up for Thursday’s Mint Idol contest. Officials with the North Judson Mint Festival have extended the registration deadline for the singing competition to Wednesday, June 17. Continue reading
