Nominations are being accepted for the annual Henry F. Schricker “Service Before Self” Award.
Continue readingNominations open for Henry F. Schricker “Service Before Self” Award
Ken Craig Community Garden ribbon cutting Friday
The Starke County Chamber of Commerce has invited the community to join them for a ribbon cutting this Friday.
Continue readingNominees announced for 2025 Henry F. Schricker Service Before Self award
The Starke County Chamber of Commerce has announced the nominees for their 2025 Henry F. Schricker Service Before Self award.
Continue readingStarke County Chamber seeking nominations for Henry F. Schricker “Above & Beyond” Award
According to an announcement from the Starke County Chamber of Commerce, they are seeking nominations for this year’s Henry F. Schricker “Above & Beyond” Award. The award recognizes local individuals or businesses that make an outstanding difference in our community.
Continue readingStarke County Henry F. Schricker Dinner Set for Thursday, November 21
The 37th Annual Henry F. Schricker Dinner is set for Thursday, November 21 at 5:30 p.m. CT at the Nancy J. Dembowski Community Center in Knox.
Continue reading37th Annual Henry F. Schricker Dinner to Honor Local Leaders
The 37th Annual Henry F. Schricker Dinner is set for Thursday, November 21 at the Nancy J. Dembowski Community Center in Knox.
Continue readingKnox Mayor Reminds Residents of Trunk or Treat Event
Knox Mayor Dennis Estok reminded the Knox City Council members Tuesday night that the Trunk or Treat event hosted by the Starke County Chamber of Commerce, Knox Park Department and the City of Knox is planned for Sunday, October 27 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. CT at Wythogan Park in Knox.
Continue readingStarke County Historical Society Hosts Open House at the Schricker Home
The Starke County Historical Society invites the community to attend an open house Saturday, October 5 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. CT at former Governor and Mrs. Henry Schricker’s historic home at 401 S. Main Street in Knox.
Continue readingStarke County Chamber of Commerce Awards Tomorrow Night
The Starke County Chamber of Commerce will honor the Henry F. Schricker Award winner and the Business of the Year winner in an awards dinner scheduled for tomorrow night at 5:30 p.m. CT at the Nancy J. Dembowski Community Center in Knox.
Continue readingStarke County Chamber of Commerce Announces Henry F. Schricker Award Dinner Next Week
The Starke County Chamber of Commerce has announced this year’s Henry F. Schricker Award winner and the Business of the Year. An awards dinner is scheduled for next week to honor the recipients.
Continue readingStarke County Shoptacular this Saturday
The Starke County Chamber of Commerce invites community members to participate in the Starke County Shoptacular Saturday, November 27.
Continue readingHenry F. Schricker Award Dinner Scheduled for Tonight
The Henry F. Schricker Award dinner will be held tonight to honor community members who have been chosen for the award for their “service before self” to Starke County.
Continue readingCOVID-19 Prompts Volunteer Organizations to Find More Efficient Ways to Help Those in Need
In a year when COVID-19 has disrupted much of everyday life, local volunteers have used their creativity to keep helping those in need. The Kid’s Closet Ministry provides school supplies, clothing, and other resources to about Starke County 1,200 children a year. Director Linda Lewandowski says that volunteers can no longer deliver clothes directly to homes, but they found a solution that turned out to be more efficient.
Continue readingStarke County Chamber of Commerce Postpones Schricker Award Dinner
Local organizations continue to rethink their events, amid surging COVID-19 cases. The Starke County Chamber of Commerce has postponed this year’s Henry F. Schricker Award Dinner.
Continue readingMark Rippy to Receive Henry F. Schricker Award
The Starke County Chamber of Commerce has announced the recipient of this year’s Henry F. Schricker Award.
Continue readingStarke County Meet the Candidates Event to Be Held Tonight
Starke County voters have a chance to hear from a number of the candidates on November’s ballot tonight. WKVI is teaming up with the Starke County Chamber of Commerce and the Starke County Leader for a Meet the Candidates night.
Continue readingDeadline Approaching for Schricker Award Nominations
There’s still time to nominate someone for this year’s Henry F. Schricker Award. It’s presented annually by the Starke County Chamber of Commerce to recognize residents who put “service before self.”
Continue readingTwo New Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Starke County
Starke County Health Nurse Frank Lynch said two more positive cases of COVID-19 have been reported in the county.
Continue readingFirst Annual Starke County Holiday Shoptacular to Highlight Local Shopping Spots
In order to highlight all of the shopping options sprinkled throughout the area, Starke County Tourism and the Chamber of Commerce are hosting the first ever ‘Holiday Shoptacular’ event!
Continue readingBen and Dorothy Osinski Named Schricker Winners
The winners of the Henry F. Schricker Award were recently announced by the officials from the Starke County Chamber of Commerce.
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