Pulaski Commissioners Reorganize County Home Board
The Pulaski County Commissioners this week reorganized the county home board, appointing eight people to the board after receiving a number of applications. Commissioner Larry Brady said the commissioners met last week in an executive session to review the county home board, and some of the questions asked of applicants was how they see the county home in the future, past work experience, education, party affiliation, organizational skill sets, strengths and weaknesses.
Pulaski Commissioners Give OK for Recycling Center Purchases
Town of Monterey Looking to Build Wastewater Plant
Are You Ready for Severe Weather?
The only thing harder than being prepared is explaining why you were not! This is National Severe Weather Preparedness Week, which is a good opportunity to know your risk, take action and be an example. The Pulaski County Health Department is one of several agencies taking part in this call to action. Preparedness measures have been put to the test with this winter’s snowfall, and tornado season will be here soon. Pulaski County Health Department Preparedness Coordinator Sherry Fagner says knowing your risk of severe weather, taking action and being an example are a few steps you can take now to potentially save your life and the lives of others. Continue reading
Pulaski Commissioners to Meet This Evening
Debora Girton with the county rest home is on the agenda as well as David Weber, building inspector assistant, to discuss the adoption of a flood hazard.
The commissioners will also discuss the county home board and a new appointment to the Star City Sewer Board.
Minor Flooding Occurring in the Winamac Town Park
Wind Chill Advisory in Effect Until Mid-Morning
Bundle up if you’re heading out this morning. The entire WKVI listening area is under a wind chill advisory until noon EST/11 a.m. CST today. A combination of falling temperatures and brisk west winds will make it feel like it’s 10 to 20 below zero. Wind chills this low can lead to frostbite of exposed skin in 30 minutes and hypothermia if precautions aren’t taken. Wear a hat and gloves if you do go out. Continue reading
Recent Warm-Up Not Enough to Stave Frozen Pipes
Pulaski County CDC Annual Summit to Be Held March 4
Food Finders Mobile Food Pantry Visits New Location in Winamac
Tickets Still Available for Halleck Award Recognition Banquet
National Weather Service Extends Tippecanoe River Flood Warning
The flood warning for the Tippecanoe River near Ora has been extended through the weekend. Last night at 8 the river was at 14 feet and steady. Flood stage is 12 feet, and moderate flooding will continue through the weekend. The river is now expected to fall below flood stage around 4 p.m. on Saturday. At 14 feet, extensive flooding of residences and low-lying areas begins to occur. This crest compares to last April 21 when the Tippecanoe crested at 14.4 feet near Ora.
Flood Threat Remains Along Rivers in Northern Indiana
Marshall County EMA Director Clyde Avery said the Yellow River crested and is on its way down. In Tippecanoe, the river is out of its banks along Blackford Drive and water is seeping into the back yards of properties that sit along that portion of the river. On Monday afternoon, the river level was at 13.97 feet; major flooding occurs at 14 feet. Avery is closely monitoring both rivers.
Tippecanoe and Kankakee River Flooding Woes Continue
Major flooding of the Tippecanoe River near Ora is expected before it finally crests. As of 2 a.m. the river was at 14 feet and steady. At 14 feet extensive flooding of residential and low-lying areas occurs. The Tippy is expected to crest near 14.2 feet around 1 a.m. tomorrow and start falling. The flood stage in that area is 12 feet. This flood compares to last June 3, when the Tippecanoe River at Ora crested at 14.6 feet. Continue reading
Flood Warning Issued for Area Rivers
Pulaski County Commissioners Table Discussion Items
County attorney Kevin Tankersley reviewed the document for a few minutes and recommended that the approval of the contract be tabled as there isn’t a clear description of equipment use and a fee is not included. The commissioners will discuss the agreement at a future hearing.
Pulaski County Commissioners Hear Good Mid-Year Health Insurance Report
Overall, the numbers looked good and Commission President Larry Brady explained the county is saving money in working with the insurance company to spread health awareness.
Increased Flooding Risk; Areas Prone to Flooding Should Take Preventative Action
On top of that, the forecast predicts between three-fourths and one inch of rain, causing an increase in water levels in ditches, creeks, retention ponds, as well as ponding on road surfaces. Anyone who lives near areas that are prone to flooding are advised to take preventative action now and form a plan in case of flooding.
Pulaski County Commissioners Deny Claim
Their business was displaced due to the bridge project and Phillips and Combs were offered a settlement to vacate the building so the project could move forward.
