Potential upgrades to U.S. 30 will be discussed this evening by a group of local stakeholders. The Indiana Department of Transportation may consider upgrading the highway to freeway standards in the coming decade. Starke County has assembled a group of people who’d be impacted by the change, to come up with some recommendations for INDOT to consider.
Knox City Council Meets Tonight
Knox City Council meets tonight, where members will discuss the replacement of downtown streetlights.
This topic has been talked about during meetings in the past. Mayor Dennis Estok had one experimental bulb installed and has been asking for council feedback about it over the last few months. Council members reported seeing a significant difference in brightness between the old lights and the new bulb.
The council will also hear from Ron Gifford with the Starke County Economic Development Foundation.
The council members will meet in Knox City Hall at 7 p.m. tonight.
Starke County Commissioners to Discuss Allowing Utility Vehicles on County Roads
Whether utility vehicles should be allowed on Starke County roads will be discussed during tonight’s county commissioners meeting.
West Side of North Judson Proposed as Ideal Spot for Future Industrial Development
Starke County Economic Development Foundation Board President Larry Wickert provided the North Judson Town Council with a report when they met earlier this week.
Wickert’s report began with an update about the SCEDF Ag-Initiative. He said as a part of the initiative to advance agriculture industry in the area, foundation representatives have been researching alternative crop options that would be more profitable for local producers. Continue reading
Starke County Economic Development Foundation Manufacturer’s Day
The theme of this year’s Starke County Economic Development Foundation’s Manufacturer’s Day is “Focus on Your Future”. Students from Oregon-Davis, North Judson-San Pierre, Culver and Knox Community Schools will attend today’s event at Knox Middle School with their sights set on future employment.
More than 350 7th grade students and 200 senior students are anticipated to attend the program which is intended to ensure that students are aware of the available job opportunities within the county and the required skills, training and education needed to obtain a position and keep it.
Representatives from more than ten industries from around the county will be available to share any details about what their jobs entail and what they look for in potential employees. Continue reading
Manufacturers Day Job Fair Today in Knox
Local job-seekers are invited to meet with representatives from several Starke County employers today. The Starke County Economic Development Foundation is teaming up with WorkOne to host a job fair. It’ll take place from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Knox Middle School Auxiliary Gymnasium. Continue reading
Starke County Manufacturer’s Day Event and Job Fair Set
WorkOne and the Starke County Economic Development Foundation will be hosting a Job Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 11 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. CT at the Knox Middle School Auxiliary Gym. This is a new event this year that is designed to showcase what is available for employment in Starke County as workers are needed for several positions. Students and adults are invited to this event.
Three Starke County Community Crossings Projects Awarded
Funding for three Starke County projects were approved by INDOT as part of the Community Crossings grant.
Starke County was awarded just under $571,000 which will be a reimbursement in state matching funds for work done on Bridge No. 50 on County Road 1150 E. over the Osborn Ditch about three miles south of State Road 10, and Bridge No. 47 on County Road 625 S. over Osborn Ditch, just over a half mile west of County Road 875 E.
Knox City Council Meets Tonight to Discuss 2018 Budget, Salary Ordinance & More
The Knox City Council has quite a few important matters on the agenda for their meeting this evening. A public hearing on the 2018 budget is scheduled as well as a resolution for the transfer of funds. Continue reading
Starke County Career and College Success Coalition Members Discuss Fall Activities
Several local organizations are working together to help Starke County residents build successful careers.
Starke County Highway Department Anticipating Future U.S. 30 Upgrades
With plans in the works to upgrade U.S. 30 to freeway standards, efforts are underway locally to make sure the project would have a positive on Starke County.
Starke County Council to Hold Public Hearing Tonight on North Judson-San Pierre Budget
A public hearing on the North Judson-San Pierre School Corporation’s proposed 2018 budget will be held during tonight’s Starke County Council meeting.
SCEDF Discusses U.S. 30 Freeway Proposal with Hamlet Town Council
Upgrading U.S. 30 to freeway standards would have a big impact on the Town of Hamlet. Starke County Economic Development Foundation officials say they’re working to make sure it’s positive, rather than negative.
Updates on Economic Projects Given to Starke County Government
A report given by the Starke County Economic Development Foundation updated the Starke County Council members and Starke County Commissioners on a few projects.
The sale of the Stelrema building on U.S. 35 north of Knox that would become a manufacturing home to the Gary Poppins Gourmet Popcorn company is not yet finalized. According to SCEDF officials, the contract is still on the table, but both sides have not agreed to sign to the terms.
North Judson Town Council to Continue Discussing Animal Ordinance
North Judson’s animal ordinance will continue to be discussed during tonight’s town council meeting. Council members recently decided to enforce the ordinance more strictly, following complaints about chickens and other animals.
County Council Nixes North Judson Paving From Funding Disbursement Request
Starke County government officials want to wait on an upgrade to a road in the North Judson Industrial Park proposed by the Starke County Economic Development Foundation. Continue reading
“Boss Baby” to Be Shown Tonight in North Judson, As Part of Movies in the Park Series
Starke County Economic Development Foundation Markets Available Properties
Five Year Infrastructure Plan Includes Knox Industrial Park Improvements
Updates to the roads through the Knox Industrial Park are included in the Starke County Highway Department’s five-year infrastructure plan. Continue reading
Starke County Officials Present Five-Year Strategic Infrastructure Plan
Updating routes into the Knox Industrial Park and improving access to potential growth areas in Hamlet are among the priorities outlined in Starke County’s five-year strategic infrastructure plan. It serves as a blueprint for the use of County Economic Development Income Tax (CEDIT) funds, along with money from the state. Continue reading
