Don’t let a visit to the county fair end with a trip to the emergency room. The Indiana Department of Homeland Security warns that inclement weather can strike quickly. All fairgoers are urged to check forecasts and keep an eye on the sky. Should a storm blow in, know where to go to stay safe and dry until it passes. Continue reading
If you’re looking to further your education, the Winamac Adult Learning Center is offering classes that prepare individuals for the new Indiana High School Equivalency Test, formerly the GED.
The Starke County Clerk’s Office has issued its first license for a same-sex marriage. Clerk Evelyn Skronski tells WKVI news the application was made Wednesday, June 25 at 3:45 p.m. That was just a few hours after a federal judge struck down Indiana’s ban on same-sex marriage on constitutional grounds. Continue reading
The recent rains aren’t causing widespread problems yet for local farmers, according to Purdue Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator Chad Rushing.
The recent rain means we will most likely see an increase in the number of these insects in the area. Mosquitoes thrive in hot and humid weather. They are also attracted to wetlands and wooded areas.
The best way to avoid the dreaded mosquito bite is to dress in protective clothing when outdoors and to use insect repellent. However, the biggest risk with mosquitoes is contracting West Nile Virus. Continue reading
The Pulaski County 4-H Fair starts this weekend. One of the highlights is Saturday’s 4-H Achievement Royalty Ceremony. A total of six youngsters are in the running. Continue reading
Ancilla College officials are closing out the school’s fiscal year with a final push to boost the school’s general fund budget. Known as the Ancilla Fund, it is used for day-to-day operating expenses at the two-year private college. Executive Director of Institutional Management Todd Zeltwanger says contributions in any amount are welcome. Continue reading
The Fourth of July is an exciting holiday filled with picnics and other celebrations that may include fireworks. Indiana State Police officers urge you to play it safe when using fireworks.
Only adults can purchase fireworks. A person 18 and older has to be present when anyone younger than 18 is using or possessing consumer fireworks. Children must be supervised at all times when fireworks are in use.
Educators interested in taking students in grades K-12 on field trips to state parks or reservoirs can take advantage of the new field trip fund offered by the Indiana Natural Resource Foundation.
Monday June 30 is the deadline to submit applications for the Discovering the Outdoors Field Trip Grant Program. The grant application can be found here.
A Winamac man is in the Pulaski County Jail after an alleged burglary incident at an abandoned residence on 800 W.
A witness told Pulaski County Sheriff’s deputies that a man stole items from the home and fled in a pickup. The witness followed the suspect, Travis Wireman, as Wireman fled. Wireman reportedly threw items at the witness while driving and crashed into a tree at 750 N. and 750 W. The suspect then fled on foot.
A recently discovered fungus could potentially devastate the Indiana timber industry if not handled properly.
The fungus, Geosmithia morbida, causes Thousand Cankers Disease in trees and was discovered on small weevils in a black walnut plantation in Yellowwood State Forest in Brown County.
If you’re looking to get a head start on the fall semester, consider going to Ancilla College to save yourself some money.
Any summer classes through Ancilla are discounted $115. For early bird high school students, rising juniors and seniors can take courses for $125 per credit hour. Some high school students earn their Associates degree before even graduating from high school by taking summer courses. This gives you the unique advantage to start out right after your senior year as a junior in college.
Several pieces of memorabilia from a retired, local post office will be placed into the Smithsonian Postal Museum in Washington, D.C.
Historical artifacts from the U.S. Post Office in Denhan, Indiana will be accepted as part of the display at the Smithsonian Postal Museum on Wednesday, June 25 at 2:15 p.m. ET at the museum’s atrium. According to the PR and Internet Affairs Manager of the Smithsonian Institution of the National Postal Museum, Marty Emery, officials will highlight the importance of the donation in regards to celebrating the past history of Denham as well as the future educational benefit the items will provide the visitors from all over the world. Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (IN-2) will be there to offer remarks. Continue reading
The Pulaski County Commissioners approved two resolutions during their meeting this week.
The board of commissioners revised the minimum spending limit for several departments and a resolution was approved reflecting those changes. The prosecutor’s office, Pulaski Superior Court, Pulaski Circuit Court, maintenance department, health department, sheriff’s department, highway department, county home, CDC office, EMA, and EMS will now have a spending minimum of $2,500. The recycling center has a minimum of $1,000. All other departments are at $500.
If you’re looking to adopt an animal, the Pulaski Animal Center can help you!
This is a newly established non-profit organization that aims to promote humane animal care and provide loving homes to displaced animals. At the moment adoptions are only available through appointments, which can be made by calling 574-242-8546. Another method of contact is their email pulaskianimalcenter@gmail.com.
A horror movie that centers around a spooky sanitarium and an all girl punk band, The Lolita Dolls, premiers today at the Isis Theater in Winamac.
The interesting thing about this horror flick, Night of the Dolls, is most of it was filmed in Winamac with local people. WKVI’s Tom Berg even makes a cameo. The movie will be shown at 11:30 a.m. and then again at 10:15 p.m. ET today. Tickets are available at the door. The morning movie is $4 and the evening is $5.
The History Channel’s hit program, American Pickers is coming to Indiana!
Are you a unique individual with a lot to offer? You could be just who Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz are looking for. The search is on for colorful characters with interesting items. They are searching for people with extensive collections.
Currently they are not looking for any pottery, appliances, depressed glass or agricultural equipment.
Indiana’s electrical cooperative are among the first to file opposition to proposed federal changes to the way coal-fired power plants are regulated. REMC officials say the restrictions on emissions are too strict and will drive the cost of power significantly higher for all utility customers. They also fear Indiana will lost its competitive edge in recruiting and retaining businesses because of the state’s current low-cost electricity. The proposed rule was published in the Federal Register this week, which marks the beginning of a 120-day public comment period. Continue reading
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program used the majority of available funds during this year’s harsh winter.
Over the winter, more than 47 million dollars in home heating assistance was provided to approximately 130 low-income households. Unfortunately, this means there is little left for summer cooling assistance. Assistance can only be offered in crisis situations or if health is a factor.
