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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Site Along U.S. 35 Used as Middle Point in Transmission Line Project
Knox Redevelopment Commission Approves TIF Districts
The Knox Redevelopment Commission gave its approval Monday to update an existing tax increment financing district, as well as to create a new one. Continue reading
Knox Council to Review Economic Development Area Proposal
The Knox City Council will be considering the implementation of an economic development proposal during their meeting, Tuesday night.
Thanksgiving Travel Expected to Increase in Indiana, Nation
More Americans will be traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Thanksgiving Meal Cost Hits 30 Year High
An informal survey of volunteer shoppers suggests the price of a 16-pound turkey has increased slightly for 2015.
Lincoln Memorial Plaque Nears Completion
An official marker to commemorate President Abraham Lincoln’s funeral train passing through San Pierre in 1865 will soon be complete. Continue reading
Starke County Closer to First Non-DOC Therapeutic Drug Treatment Program
Starke County may soon be home to a drug treatment program that is currently only available through the state Department of Corrections.
The Therapeutic Community Program is considered by some to be one of the most effective drug treatment programs in the state of Indiana. The program provides 1,700 available spaces throughout the Hoosier state for an eight month course, designed to treat and rehabilitate drug offenders.
IU Health Starke Days Away from Finalizing Affiliation Agreement
IU Health Starke Hospital is nearing the completion of an affiliation transaction with Community Health Systems.
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N.J.-S.P. Awaits State-level Decisions on ISTEP Scores
The North Judson – San Pierre School Corporation says waiting on the state for direction is a lesson in frustration.
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ISP Stepping-up Enforcement During Holiday Travel Period
Tree Lightings Planned for Knox, North Judson
Local communities are getting into the Christmas spirit. Knox and North Judson have scheduled their annual tree lighting ceremonies for next week. Continue reading
Saturday Storm Brings Winter Weather Advisory for much of Northern Indiana
Business Owner Convicted on Felony Count of Resisting Officers Following January Car Chase
A local business owner will be sentenced in January after he was convicted this week on a single felony charge.
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Knox Schools Accepting Donations to Help Families in Need
Starke County Officials Fill Board Vacancies
The Starke County Board of Zoning Appeals and Library Board are fully populated again after action this week by the council and commissioners. Continue reading
Red Cross Seeks Seasonal Blood Donations
The American Red Cross is asking local residents to consider donating blood during the holiday season. Continue reading
N.J.-S.P. Teacher Lectures on Presidential Childhoods at Historical Society Meeting
IU Health Offers Health Insurance Enrollment Sessions
Health Insurance Marketplace Open Enrollment is underway for this year, and IU Health Starke Hospital is offering to help you find the right insurance plan. Continue reading
Meteorologists Forecasting Snow During Weekend Storms
Meteorologists are predicting a bit of precipitation starting tonight that may lead to snow across the Kankakee Valley.
Open House Held at Vacant Industrial Building
An open house was held at the former Stelrema building Thursday to try to find a new business for the property. Continue reading
