The replica log cabin in Winamac will soon have a new owner. Northern Indiana Power from the Past plans to buy the building for a dollar from the Pulaski County Historical Society, which has been looking to divest itself of a few of its underutilized properties. Continue reading
Tourism advertising has been tabled for a third time by the Pulaski County Commissioners. The issue appeared to be put to rest at their last meeting, when they opted not to act on the Community Development Commission’s proposal to run advertising on Comcast cable systems in the Chicago area. However, the topic was brought back to the commissioners Monday by CDC Executive Director Nathan Origer, only to have it tabled once again. Continue reading
The Pulaski County Commissioners have agreed to compensate the Emergency Management Agency Director should an after-hours emergency arise. Continue reading
Pulaski County EMS is considering a mutual aid agreement with a neighboring county. Director Nikki Lowry says the goal of the arrangement with Lutheran Ambulance Service in Fulton County is to ensure adequate coverage by sharing resources. Continue reading
Pulaski County Sheriff Jeff Richwine is ready to get rid of some surplus equipment. He told the county commissioners this week he has light bars that no longer fit any of the vehicles in the fleet. Continue reading
Pulaski County officials are close to deciding how to dispose of the former Pleasant View Rest Home. CDC Executive Director Nathan P. Origer says the property has been split into two parcels to separate the actual home from the barn and REACT building, which are still used by the county. However, the new deeds reflecting the split have not yet been recorded. Continue reading
Chicago-area television viewers will not be learning about Pulaski County’s recreational offerings in advance of the summer vacation season. There’s money in the CDC budget for advertising, but the county commissioners balked at the request to spend it. They previously suggested the county could use the internet for advertising and promotion. Continue reading
The Pulaski County Commissioners are expected to revisit a television advertising proposal to promote the county’s recreational amenities when they meet today. During their most recent meeting, the commissioners expressed skepticism at the effectiveness of advertising on cable television in the Chicago market and instead suggested the CDC use the internet to promote the county. Continue reading
The Pulaski County Coroner’s Office will soon have a different county-owned vehicle to use to transport bodies. Continue reading
The Pulaski County Safety Committee has identified a number of concerns at various county buildings that need to be addressed. EMS Director Nikki Lowry is the chair. She told the county council and commissioners Monday night some of the issues may be addressed during courthouse renovations. Continue reading
Officials in Pulaski County want to pursue a matching grant to help with the acquisition of land for an industrial park on the west side of the county. Continue reading
The Pulaski County Coroner could soon have an office more suitable to meeting with grieving family members. Continue reading
Pulaski County is getting outside help to address accessibility issues at the courthouse. Continue reading
Pulaski County should save some money in the future, after learning that Pulaski Memorial Hospital has likely been overcharging the Sheriff’s Department for years. Continue reading
Pulaski County may not be returning to television to bring in tourists. The county commissioners appear to be ready to deny the Community Development Commission’s request to buy additional TV advertising. Continue reading
The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department’s reserve program is up and running. Sheriff Jeff Richwine told the county commissioners Monday the program will help boost police presence without a lot of cost. Continue reading
The Pulaski County Commissioners will meet with the county’s state representative tonight. Francesville Republican Doug Gutwein is scheduled to make an appearance during tonight’s commissioners meeting. Continue reading
A special judge in Marshall County has ruled in favor of Pulaski County officials in the case of an employee terminated in 2013. Continue reading
Pulaski County’s 74 bridges are in good shape, according to engineers, but the county’s looking to Community Crossings grants to keep them that way. Representatives from United Consulting discussed their latest round of bridge inspections with the county commissioners last week. Continue reading
Pulaski County is moving ahead with efforts to give residents the skills they need for the jobs of the future. Community Development Commission Executive Director Nathan Origer gave an update on vocational training and other education programs to the county commissioners last week. Continue reading
