If you are currently between primary care physicians or need to receive medical attention for any reason there is a local facility available to you. Lisa Jones with IU Health shared the details with WKVI, “We have urgent care in the LifePlex building and we do feel like its a secret that not many know about. It’s not very far from the folks here in Knox and this area, it takes about 20 minutes.” Continue reading
Two Alternative-Learning Students Receive Ancilla Tuition Scholarships
An alternative learning school in Knox is partnering with Ancilla College to offer scholarships to students.
The two-year liberal arts school in Marshall County is awarding their “Ancilla Alternative Achievement Award” to two students from The Crossing Educational Center in Knox.
Culver School Board Takes Proposals Under Advisement
The agenda for the Culver Community School Board meeting was slightly amended yesterday evening. Rather than having the bond refinancing opportunity presentation after the consent items, the representative from Bose McKinney & Evans LLP spoke first. Continue reading
CASA of Marshall County Sees Lower Cases Than State
The Marshall County Commissioners were provided an update from an organization that advocates for children in the court system.
Haley Kittrell, the Director of Court Appointed Special Advocates of Marshall County, says cases involving abused and neglected children have been down in the area the first half of the year.
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Culver School Board to Discuss Financial Matters
The Culver School Board of Trustees will meet this evening and view a presentation over a bond refinancing opportunity for the school corporation. The board is also seeking permission to advertise for fuel bids. Continue reading
Organ & Tissue Donations Needed Daily
There are more than 100,000 people in the United States alone waiting for an organ transplant. There are even more than that awaiting donated tissue. There are more than 6,000 lives lost annually waiting for a transplants due to the lack of tissue and organ donations. Donate Life Indiana, formerly known as the Indiana Donation Alliance Foundation, has been working for nearly 20 years to educate Hoosiers on the benefits of being an organ donor. Continue reading
High Temperature Tips
After an exceptionally stormy summer so far, Indiana will receive a blast of hot summer air this weekend. The National Weather Service predicts temperatures will reach at least 90 degrees across most of the state. Combined with high humidity, the heat index in some areas will reach more than 100 degrees. Prolonged exposure to these conditions can lead to heat illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke. You should take all precautionary measures prior to feeling the effects of the heat in order to avoid developing either condition. Continue reading
Two Days Remain – Don’t Miss This Year’s Culver Lake Fest
The first day of Culver Lake Fest may be over but there are still plenty of fun events packed into the remainder of the weekend. Continue reading
Culver Union Township Public Library Updates StoryWalk
Just in time for LakeFest, the Culver Union Township Public Library has switched out the book on its StoryWalk. Visitors to the lakefront are invited to start reading their way through the town park at the pedestrian walk on Lake Maxinkuckee at the end of Washington Street. The latest book is “The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog.” Continue reading
Culver Specifies Ordinance Dealing with Lawncare
Residents of the Town of Culver are now expected to keep their grass trimmed to eight inches or fewer.
Following an exchange of words with a resident cited by the Town for failing to mow the lawn at a property he owned, Culver decided to make more specific language in the nuisance ordinance.
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32nd Annual Culver Lake Fest Gets Underway Today
As a part of the annual festival this year, Culver Lake Fest is commemorating the Culver-Union Township Public Library’s centennial by making the theme of this year’s parade ‘100 years of Reading’. The parade is scheduled to commence on Saturday morning but there’s plenty to do prior to that. Continue reading
Maxinkuckee Players Set to Present ‘Hello, Dolly!’
The community theater in Culver that has been putting on productions for three and a half decades has spent months preparing for their latest show, ‘Hello, Dolly!’. Performers come from all over the northern Indiana area to audition to be a part of the Maxinkuckee Players. This year, about thirty thespians will grace the stage towards the end of July and beginning of August. Continue reading
Beware of Storm Cleanup Scam Artists
Scam artists may be trying to take advantage of Hoosiers who sustained property damage as a result of recent storms. Indiana Department of Homeland Security spokesman John Erickson warns fly-by-night contractors may show up in hard-hit areas. He says they may offer immediate help, collect a down payment for promised work and disappear. Continue reading
Culver Considers Changes to Permit and Fee Process Following County Recommendations
Culver could soon change the way it charges for building inspections.
A special work session meeting was held to navigate a problem the Marshall County Commissioners have with the inspection process. Currently, a flat fee of $50 is being charged, but is not repaid if multiple inspections are required.
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Culver Town Council Recommends Flouride in Water Supply
Weeks of deliberating has led the Culver Town Council to decide on a major public health issue.
During last night’s meeting, a public hearing was held where Town Council members could hear from members of the public on whether to use fluoride in the Town’s water treatment process. Flouride is often used in the prevention of tooth decay.
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Weeping Mulberry Tree to Stay in Culver Town Park
Monday night, the Culver Park Board approved the proposed plan to preserve a piece of park history. The weeping mulberry tree that was previously slated for removal will now remain in the park. The tree, which has been growing in the park for more than a century, is in delicate condition. Continue reading
New Flood Warnings Issued for Tippecanoe and Kankakee Rivers
Flood warnings continue through Saturday for the Tippecanoe River near Ora and the Kankakee River at U.S. 30. Continue reading
Culver Looks to Revamp Fees, Gain Additional Information on Flouride
An item tabled for several weeks will come back for additional comments during tonight’s Culver Town Council meeting.
Prior to the regularly scheduled meeting at 6:30 EDT, the Town Council will hold a work session to discuss changes to its permitting process. The fees being charged were requested to be changed due to Culver reliance on Marshall County for certain inspections.
Culver Union Township Public Library Blood Drive – Book Your Appointment Today
Many things cease during the summer months such as snow and school but there is one thing that never ceases and that is the need for blood donations. According to the American Red Cross every two seconds someone in the U.S needs a transfusion. The Culver Union Township Public Library is doing their part by hosting a blood drive from noon until 5 pm tomorrow. You can do your part by turning up to donate. Continue reading
Flash Flood Watch in Effect Through Late Tonight
Flooding is possible across the area today as more showers and thunderstorms move through. Continue reading
