Pulaski County is a step closer to getting its security committee back up and running. The county council Monday appointed council member Ken Boswell as its representative. The county commissioners appointed Jerry Locke last week.
Pulaski County Council to Consider Security Plans, Funding for Snow Removal, Lawn Care
How to increase security in Pulaski Circuit Court and other county offices will continue to be discussed during tonight’s Pulaski County Council meeting. Judge Michael Shurn is expected to ask council members to appoint a representative to the county’s newly-reestablished security committee.
Pulaski County to Reactivate Security Committee, Following Proposal to Move Circuit Court
Discussions about moving Pulaski Circuit Court into the Justice Center are drawing complaints from Judge Michael Shurn. During Monday’s county commissioners meeting, Shurn complained that he hasn’t been included in recent discussions. “I never see it on the docket, but yet I read about it in the newspaper,” he said. “You’re trying to decide what security is, and you’re trying to decide the future of the Circuit Court. You know, I think it would behoove you all to actually involve the Circuit Court in that conversation. I’m sort of shocked that you don’t do that.”
Pulaski Council, Commissioners, Sheriff Discuss Moving Circuit Court to Justice Center
Discussion continues about moving Pulaski Circuit Court out of the County Courthouse and into the Justice Center. The move is seen as a cheaper alternative to installing and staffing a security checkpoint in the courthouse.
Pulaski County Commissioner Calls for Moving Circuit Court to Justice Center
A Pulaski County commissioner is calling for Circuit Court to be moved out of the County Courthouse. During last week’s meeting, Commissioner Mike McClure said he wants move forward with a proposal to consolidate the county’s court system at the Pulaski County Justice Center. Continue reading
Pulaski County Circuit Court to Hire New Part-Time Employee to Help with Backlog in Cases
A backlog in cases in Pulaski Circuit Court has Judge Michael Shurn hiring a new part-time employee. The county commissioners voted Monday to let Shurn hire someone to help out the court reporter and front-desk attendant.
Pulaski Circuit Court Reverses Change in Posted Operating Hours, Amid Confusion
Pulaski Circuit Judge Michael Shurn is trying to clear up some confusion about recent changes to the court’s hours of operation.
Pulaski County Council Considers Additional Appropriations for Court-Appointed Attorney Costs
The cost of providing court-appointed personal injury lawyers is adding up for Pulaski County. The county council Monday approved an additional appropriation of $15,000 for Pauper Council in Superior Court and $30,000 for Pauper Counsel in Circuit Court. But before those appropriations were even finalized, council members got requests for even more money.
Pulaski County Council to Consider Additional Appropriations for Circuit, Superior Courts
Budget shortfalls in Pulaski County’s court system will be addressed during tonight’s county council meeting.
E-Filing Now Available in Pulaski County Courts
Lawyers with cases in Pulaski County can now file many court documents electronically. Electronic filing is now an option for over 40 types of civil and criminal cases in Pulaski Circuit and Superior Courts. It will become mandatory on Friday, September 22.
Increased Police Efforts Lead to Budget Shortfalls in Pulaski County
Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies have been busy recently, and that’s led to budget shortfalls for a few county departments. Sheriff Jeff Richwine has had to transfer money from various line items to cover deputy overtime payments. It was one of a few transfer requests approved by the county council Monday.
Pulaski County Council Approves Funding for Paving Project, Additional Court Expenses
The Pulaski County Highway Department is looking to pave some streets in the Star City and Pulaski areas. Continue reading
Pulaski County Attorney Responds to Lawsuits
A couple lawsuits against Pulaski County were briefly addressed by the county attorney, during Tuesday’s commissioners’ meeting. One of them is a federal class action lawsuit alleging a lack of accessibility in the county courthouse for people with disabilities and mobility issues. Continue reading
Tip Leads to Arrests After Child Found in Box
Several North Judson residents face neglect of a dependent charges after investigators in Pulaski County reportedly found a three-year-old girl in a plywood box. Continue reading
Former Sheriff’s Attorney to See Grand Jury Testimony
Former Pulaski County Sheriff Mike Gayer’s attorney will have access to grand jury testimony as he prepares his client’s defense. He and former Chief Deputy Ronnie Patrick are accused of stealing weapons and ammunition from the sheriff’s department. Continue reading
Indiana Supreme Court to Decide Pulaski County Land Dispute
The Indiana Supreme Court has decided to hear a case out of Pulaski County. Continue reading
Murder Suspect Jailed Without Bond in Pulaski County
The Winamac man accused of fatally stabbing his wife Sunday night at their home is jailed without bond in Pulaski County. Michael Kasten Sr., 59, was released from a hospital in Fort Wayne Wednesday afternoon, where he was being treated for an apparent self-inflicted stab wound. He made an initial appearance this morning in Pulaski Circuit Court, where he’s charged with murder in connection with the death of Tina Kasten, 54. Continue reading
Pulaski County Murder Trial Pushed Back to July
The trial of a murder defendant in Pulaski County has been rescheduled. Paul Katschke is accused of killing his live-in girlfriend, Amber Renee Taylor, last Aug. 11 at the couple’s Denham home. Continue reading
Pulaski County Murder Defendant Due Back in Court in April
The final pretrial conference for a Denham man who is accused of killing his live-in girlfriend is scheduled April 9 in Pulaski Circuit Court. Paul Katschke is charged with murder in connection with the Aug. 11 death of Amber Renee Taylor, 34. Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies and first responders found her dead at the couple’s home after receiving a 911 call about a dead, 30-something-year-old woman. Continue reading
Holcomb Appears for Court Hearing
Kevin Holcomb appeared for a hearing in Pulaski Circuit Court this week. He is facing charges in a December battery incident.
Holcomb, 45, of Star City has pleaded not guilty to charges of attempted murder and aggravated battery. He was allegedly involved in a battery incident in which Todd E. Schultz, 41, received extensive head and face injuries at a home in the area of 900 South and 440 East in Star City. Schultz was taken to Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne for treatment.
