Public information sessions were held this week for ProPEL U.S. 30 and U.S. 31 in Starke and Marshall Counties.
Continue readingProPEL Holds First Session for U.S. 30 and U.S. 31 Plans
Travel Advisory Issued in Starke County
Officials in Starke County have issued an advisory level travel advisory which means routine travel or activities may be restricted in areas because of a hazardous situation, and individuals should use caution or avoid those areas.
The travel advisory will be in effect until further notice.
Business Applications Received for OCRA COVID-19 Response Grant Program Funds in Starke County
Six applications have been received for business relief through the Office of Community and Rural Affairs’ COVID-19 Response Grant Program funds in Starke County.
Continue readingApplication Available for COVID-19 Relief for Businesses in Unincorporated Areas in Starke County
An application is now available for small businesses in the unincorporated areas of Starke County for owners seeking relief after experiencing losses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Continue readingStarke County Named Broadband Ready Community
Starke County is designated as an official Broadband Ready Community. Starke County was one of five pilot Broadband Planning Grant Communities and is now the 35th community to be designated a Broadband Ready Community in the state, following the Starke County Commissioners’ adoption of a Broadband Ready Community ordinance.
Continue readingCaring Cupboards Initiative Reaches Across County Lines
Photo Source: Caring Cupboard of Plymouth FB Group
The Caring Cupboards initiative, which got its start locally in Marshall County has spread across the area and even reached over county lines.
Continue readingSalvation Army Bell Ringers Needed for Starke County Locations
It’s nearly that time of year again, when Salvation Army bell ringers pop up all across the country, collecting funds to assist local families in need.
Salvation Army Bell Ringer coordinator Joe Lopez is currently searching for more volunteers willing to provide a helping hand at the Starke County locations.
Continue readingConstellation of Starke Unveils Region’s Logo, Increases Web Presence
The Constellation of Starke has a revealed the region’s logo.
To create this one-of-a-kind image, the Stellar Executive Team coordinated with the owners of Mirth and Whimsy.
Continue readingStarke and Pulaski County Candidates Filed for Municipal Primary Election
Friday was the last day that individuals could file a declaration of candidacy for the Municipal Primary Election.
Continue readingTravel Watch Implemented in Starke and Pulaski Counties
The travel status in Pulaski and Starke Counties has been raised to an orange level Travel Watch. As of 9:30 p.m. ET, Marshall County was still at a yellow level Travel Advisory.
Continue readingInformation to Keep In Mind As You Prepare for Saturday’s Snow Fall
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Saturday in many Northern Indiana counties, including Marshall, Pulaski, and Starke.
In Pulaski County, the Advisory goes into effect at 5 a.m. EST on Saturday while in Starke and Marshall Counties, it is anticipated to go into effect at 8 a.m. EST. The Winter Weather Advisory in all three counties will remain in effect until midnight.
Continue reading2018 Community Crossings Matching Grant Recipients Announced
A few local municipalities will be receiving funding assistance to complete some needed roadwork thanks to the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program. The City of Knox received $346,138.07, the Town of Francesville received $131,854.29 and North Judson will be getting $93,010.50.
Starke County also applied for Community Crossings funds and received a total of $454,002. Continue reading
Starke County Council Approves Budgets
In a brief meeting held Monday night, the Starke County Council members approved the budgets for Starke County, Starke County Airport, North Judson-San Pierre School Corporation, Solid Waste, and the Koontz Lake Conservancy District.
Starke County Asset Mapping Workshop Uncovers Moments of Excellence
One of the final topics that local officials took a look at during last week’s asset mapping workshop were moments of excellence in Starke County’s history.
Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jessica Craig spoke on behalf of the group who identified some of these important moments. Continue reading
Starke County Council, Commissioners to Meet Tonight
The Starke County Council members will hold several public hearings on budgets tonight. Those public hearings will include the budgets for Starke County, North Judson-San Pierre School Corporation, Starke County Airport, Solid Waste Department, and the Koontz Lake Conservancy District. A public hearing is also set for the Cumulative Capital Development Fund Additional Appropriation.
School Board Candidates File for General Election
Friday was the deadline to file for those seeking an open school board seat in the local Clerk’s Office to be included on the November General Election ballot.
Local Officials Consider Existing Assets Within Starke County while Talking with Stellar Community Project Manager
When community leaders gathered in the Starke County Economic Development Foundation’s office last week for an informational meeting about OCRA’s Regional Stellar initiative, they were asked to consider some of the existing assets within the county.
Stellar Community Project Manager Michael Sinnet said they should consider a variety of different elements within the community that could encompass a number of categories including natural, human, financial and physical assets. Continue reading
Kid’s Closet Ministry to Host ‘Pack-a-Backpack’ Event Tonight and Tomorrow
Starke County students who need some assistance securing supplies before they head back to school can swing by the Pack-a-Backpack event.
The Kid’s Closet Ministry will be hosting their annual event tonight and tomorrow night at the North Judson United Methodist Church fellowship hall from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on both evenings. Continue reading
Knox City Council Considers Economic Revitalization Area Request from JW Hicks
Knox City Council members held a public hearing and considered a resolution related to the designation of an Economic Revitalization Area in the Industrial Park when they met last Tuesday.
The request came from JW Hicks, Inc, as an expansion project unfolds at their Knox location. Founder James W. Hicks discussed the anticipated cost for the project. Continue reading
Starke and Pulaski County Unemployment Statistics From May
The most recent Indiana Department of Workforce Development unemployment report reveals a growing labor forces in Starke and Pulaski counties and fairly consistent unemployment rates.
From April to May, the labor force in Pulaski gained 338 additional workers and 321 more people were described as employed. Conversely, there were 19 more people determined to be unemployed and the rate rose slightly from 2.9 to 3.0 percent.
Starke County’s rate remains higher than that of their neighbors to the south and west. However, the county did see a slight decrease from April to May, going from 3.9 to 3.8 percent unemployment. Continue reading
