Local Funeral Director to Serve on Advisory Group
Samuel Frain of Frain Mortuary in Winamac will help other members in the organization evaluate existing member benefits; recommend new programs, products and services; review and provide feedback on new resources; and assist with the recruitment and retention of members from around the world.
The National Funeral Directors Association is the world’s leading and largest funeral service association, serving 19,700 individual members who represent more than 10,000 funeral homes in the United States and 39 countries around the world. For more information, visit www.nfda.org.
Iris-Elm Garden Club to Feature Mid-19th Century Christmas Arrangements
Among the many deals the downtown merchants will have, along with cookies and cider and caroling at the courthouse, the Iris-Elm Christmas Arrangements Show will be in the Historic Railroad Freight Depot on West Main Street in Winamac. The elegantly decorated arrangements will be out for viewing throughout the day at no charge for you to enjoy. The show will also feature a bake sale/gift bazaar table.
Pulaski County Commissioners Ratify Rezoning Request
Seven Arrested in Drunk Driving Incidents in Pulaski County
The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department was one of 250 law enforcement agencies that participated in the Operation Pull Over effort over the Thanksgiving holiday.
Sheriff Michael Gayer stated that seven impaired drivers were arrested in the campaign.
The Indiana State Police was also involved in this effort. Officers participated in extra patrols during the Thanksgiving travel weekend in the Safe Family Travel, Operation Pull Over campaign that ended Sunday.
Governor Pence to Visit Winamac Today
Indiana Governor Mike Pence will be participating in a meet and greet today from Noon to 1 p.m. ET at 124 N. Market Street in Winamac.
This is an opportunity for residents and business owners to get together with the governor to discuss topics such as small business, health insurance and other items of interest.
This event is sponsored by the Pulaski County Chamber of Commerce.
The Town of Pulaski Lights the Way into Christmas
The town’s annual spectacular display of Christmas lights is ready to view. Enjoy a great lighted barn scene, a giant wreath, a nativity scene, bears throwing packages across the street, a fountain, Santa in a helicopter and an airplane, skaters, a paddleboat and many more festive displays for the Christmas season.
Pulaski Advisory Plan Commission Approves Rezoning Request
Donations are Being Accepted for Shop with a Cop Event in Pulaski County
Sheriff Michael Gayer said monetary donations can be made to the Shop with a Cop account at any Alliance Bank so the children less fortunate can choose an item for Christmas this year.
Lake Effect Snow Possible Overnight Into Wednesday Morning
Lake effect snow is expected to develop this evening and intensify late tonight into early Wednesday morning. Accumulations of 4 to 8 inches are possible within the heaviest bands, with snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour possible. Northwest winds of 15 to 25 miles per hour will lead to areas of blowing and drifting. Holiday travelers should anticipate hazardous winter driving conditions across portions of U.S. 30 and the Indiana Toll Road on Wednesday. Remember, a lake effect snow watch means there’s a potential for a large amount of snow to develop in only a few hours. Plan accordingly and allow ample travel time to reach your destination.
WKVI Food Drive a Success, Hundreds of Pounds Raised
Joan Haugh at Community Services of Starke County said she was pleased with the result of the food drive at Five Star. Donors put forth more than $270 to go toward the food pantry, and Five Star also made a $500 donation. A total of 166 pounds of food were raised at Five Star for the food pantry, and Haugh said it will go a long way.
Pulaski County BZA, Advisory Plan Commission to Meet Tonight
Time to Enter the Holiday Lights Contest in Pulaski County
Residents and business owners are encouraged to pick up a registration form at the Chamber of Commerce, fill it out and pay $10 cash to enter into the contest. On Dec. 4 and Dec. 5, judges will be traveling around Pulaski County to see which house and which business has the most festive decorations for the season. Make sure all lighted displays are on from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. ET both days.
Monterey Bridge Opens to Traffic
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held Friday afternoon to officially open the bridge that had been under construction since March. The project had been on the drawing board for several years.
Commissioner Larry Brady attended the ribbon cutting ceremony and was happy with the work of all involved.
Winamac Police Department Investigates Accident
When police arrived at the scene two minutes later, officer found that the vehicle struck the home’s foundation at the intersection which caused considerable damage. The passenger car came to rest along a fence.
WKVI Food Drive at Sanders, Five Star Begins at 9 a.m.
Pulaski Commissioners Hear EMS Update
Pulaski County CDC and Winamac Town Manager Meet with Investors
Conner told WKVI that about 15 potential investors met and learned more about the project and discussed the need for a hotel in the area. Local business and industry leaders expressed that several representatives visit not only the Pulaski County area, but the Knox and Culver areas and it would beneficial to them to see this project become a reality.
Town of Winamac Looking to Divest Airport Interest
WKVI Food Drive Begins Tomorrow at Five Star, Sanders
