A local utility service provider has proposed increasing electric rates, and the Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor is asking for the public’s input.
Area Counties Report Low October Unemployment
Starke County’s October unemployment rate is holding steady at 5 percent. That’s unchanged from September, when it hit its lowest point in eight years. It’s slightly higher than the state rate of 4.4 percent but equal to the national unemployment rate for October. Continue reading
Council Appropriates Money for Highway Department Maintenance
Starke County Highway Superintendent Rik Ritzler can reinvest money taken in by his department into repairs to the county highway garage. Continue reading
Starke County Farmers Influenced by Recent Appellate Court Decision
A Starke county dispute over who constructs a fence between agriculturally zoned land has been given a review by an Indiana Appellate Court.
Giving Tuesday Looks to Encourage Charitable Donations During Holiday Season
Knox Residents Reminded of Snow Routes, Parking Rules
The recent snowfall was no match for the new City of Knox plow truck. Street Superintendent Jeff Borg told the board of works last week it handled well and was able to plow the streets without any mechanical problems. Continue reading
HVRM Continues Holiday Excursion Tradition
The Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum plans to continue a December tradition the whole family can enjoy.
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Knox Sponsoring Christmas Decorating Contest
The City of Knox is once again sponsoring a Christmas decorating contest. Continue reading
Street Sign Replacement Scheduled on Heaton Street
New street signs will soon be installed on U.S. 35 through Knox in order to meet a federal requirement. Continue reading
Knox Council Approves End-of-Year Fund Transfers
The Knox City Council Tuesday night approved a series of balance transfers to close out the fiscal year in the black. Continue reading
Knox Officials Prepare for Transition
Knox Mayor Rick Chambers has instructed city department heads to develop priority lists for the new administration. Dennis Estok is set to take over as mayor on Jan. 1.
He will decide what to do about two vehicles the city no longer uses. One is a Chevrolet Tahoe with a motor problem, and the other is a 2009 Ford Crown Victoria patrol car with transmission issues. The recent purchase of a new Dodge Charger for the Knox Police Department means it can be retired from the fleet. Continue reading
Local Voter Turnout Exceeds State Average
Voter turnout in Starke and Pulaski Counties during the Nov. 3 Municipal General Election exceeded the statewide average. That’s according to data released this week by Indiana Secretary of State Connie Lawson. Continue reading
Commodity Prices May Affect Future Agriculture Decisions
Commodity prices have been dropping, which may leave farmers with a few decisions to make over the coming years.
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Stay Safe While Shopping In Stores and Online
Don’t let the most wonderful time of the year turn into a nightmare by failing to heed safety precautions while shopping. Continue reading
Hensler’s Christmas Fest Starts Today
A Hamlet Christmas tree farm is kicking off the holiday season. Today marks the start of Hensler Nursery’s annual Christmas Fest. Continue reading
Knox Woman Charged for Drug Possession During Shoplifting Incident
A Knox woman is in custody following a shoplifting incident that ultimately led to the discovery of drugs.
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Knox Council Establishes Economic Development Area
The Knox Industrial Park is now an economic development area. Last night the city council unanimously passed a resolution to that effect. Jason Selmer with accounting firm Umbaugh and Associates says it will allow the city to invest in infrastructure improvements. Continue reading
New Tenant Proposed for Knox Mall
A Tractor Supply Company store may soon reside at the former site of ALCO in Knox.
Stay Safe While Preparing the Holiday Meal
Thanksgiving brings out the amateur chef in many families, but may also bring about potential fire hazards.
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Site Along U.S. 35 Used as Middle Point in Transmission Line Project
A site near the Astoria Inn in Knox is being used as a middle ground, of sorts, in preparation for the Reynolds-Topeka Transmission Line.
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