A convicted sex offender is back in jail after his arrest this weekend by the North Judson Police. Continue reading
Sex Offender Arrested for Failure to Register
IRS Warns of New Scam Tactics
Scammers posing as IRS agents have separated unsuspecting victims from upwards of $20 million over the past few years, according to federal officials. They may call, email or send a letter threatening arrest, deportation or license revocation unless immediate payment of back taxes is made. Continue reading
Donnelly Announces Deadline for Service Academy Nominations
Hoosier students interested in pursuing a nomination to one of our nation’s service academies need to submit an application to U.S. Sen. Joe Donnelly’s office by Friday, Sept. 25.
In a statement Donnelly says it’s a “privilege” to nominate outstanding young Hoosiers to the Armed Forces’ service academies each year. They include the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, N.Y.; The U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo.’ The U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md.; and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, N.Y. Continue reading
Starke County Humane Society Warns of Animal Flippers
Starke County Humane Society officials say people claiming to represent the animal shelter and offering to pick up stray pets may be up to no good. Director Shanna Lloyd says at least one person notified the shelter after having such an encounter.
“We do not go out picking up stray dogs and unwanted animals, because we’re not animal control,” Lloyd says. Continue reading
Starke County Chamber Hosts Business Ribbon Cutting, Chamber After Hours
Celebrate the opening of a new business in Starke County at an upcoming Chamber After Hours mixer at the visitor center. Adventures By Tracy – CruiseOne is celebrating its grand opening on Wednesday, Aug. 19 at 5 p.m. Guests will explore the world of travel and learn about cruising, resorts and tours and group and incentive travel. They can enter to win a free seven-night cruise from Norweigan Cruise Lines and door prizes. Hors d’oeuvres and cocktails will be served. Please RSVP by Monday, Aug. 17 by calling 574-772-0809 or emailing trust@cruiseone.com. Continue reading
GoFundMe Page Set Up for WKVI Morning Show Host
Monday, Aug. 3 marked WKVI morning show host Tom Berg’s five year anniversary at the Voice of the Valley. He celebrated it in a Chicago hospital. Oncologists at Cancer Treatment Center of America confirmed his diagnosis of cancer in his colon, liver, lungs, lymph nodes, lining of his abdomen and possibly his stomach. Seeing as they cannot cure it, it has been deemed terminal. Continue reading
North Judson Republicans to Caucus
Plans are being developed after it was learned the Town of North Judson will be hosting a Town Convention.
The decision was handed down by the Starke County Clerk’s office after Jesiah Clemons’ paperwork to run for the North Judson Town Council’s Ward 2 seat as an Independent was rejected. Clemons had previously filed to run as a Republican for the seat, which was accepted by the County Clerk’s office.
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Overdose Awareness Day Event Planned in Starke County
Starke County holds the dubious distinction of having the highest rate of average accidental poisoning by exposure to drugs, medications and biological substances in 2009 and 2010. That’s according to mortality data from the Indiana State Department of Health. Local leaders are working to raise awareness of the problem. They’ve placed 61 ribbons on the lawn at IU Health Starke Hospital – one for each of the lives lost to drug overdose over the past seven years. Continue reading
Library Board Approves Facilities Upgrades
Major repairs will be made to the parking lot of the Schricker Main Library in Knox sometime in the next two weeks, weather permitting. Library officials advise every effort will be made to minimize inconvenience to patrons while the work is being done and stay open as much as possible. A bulldozer, two dump trucks and other equipment will be parked at the library during the project. It’s been in the planning stages for several months but was delayed due to rain.
Library director Rose Frost says fines will be forgiven during the repair process in case people can’t park to return materials. Continue reading
Starke United Fund Launches Capital Campaign
The Starke United Fund supports initiatives that promote financial stability and independence, programs that help children and youth succeed and projects that strengthen and support families and improve the health of our community. Each year, members with the Starke United Fund work to create long-lasting change by addressing the underlying issues in our community and empowering citizens.
Starke United works in collaboration with various other agencies and members of the community. Last year thanks to generous donations, nearly $30,000 was granted to many of Starke County’s non-profit organizations. Starke United works very hard to assist as many people as possible, but they can’t do it alone. As the 2015 Starke United Fund Campaign kicks off, you are asked to join in and lend a hand. Continue reading
Vote for Kids Closet Ministry in SafeCo’s Make More Happen Contest
Kids Closet Ministry assists the youth of Starke County year-round. From providing backpacks and school supplies at the start of the school year to doling out winter wear in the colder months, Kids Closet Ministry is constantly there for the children in the area. Now you have a chance to give back to this generous organization with Safe-Co’s a Make More Happen program. Continue reading
Final Lap for the Moving Starke County Forward Healthy Challenge Series
The Moving Starke County Forward Healthy Challenge Series is still up and running. Community members have really been moving this summer, logging their miles and making an effort to make a healthier Starke County. Continue reading
Candidate Application Rejected, North Judson to Hold Town Convention
North Judson will be holding a Town Convention after all.
Jesiah Clemons filed to run for the North Judson Town Council Ward 2 seat this November. He was listed as an Independent candidate for the position. The Starke County Clerk’s office, however, says Clemons failed to meet the deadline to file his paperwork.
Plymouth Police Nab Four on Aging Warrants
Starke County EMS Still Hiring EMTs and Paramedics
Starke County EMS is still looking for EMTs and paramedics. Director Keith Emigh told the county commissioners this week his goal is to have all three bases adequately staffed in order to offer county-wide Advance Life Support Service around the clock, seven days a week. Continue reading
North Judson City Council Approves Town Hall Pest Treatment
The North Judson City Council met Monday evening for their regularly scheduled meeting. Clerk-Treasurer Donna Henry presented a $225 quote for pest control services during their last meeting and after some deliberation during their latest meeting the The Council approved the treatment of town hall by Combs Pest Control, so they will be using florence sc pest control or the pest control portland to get rid of the problem. Continue reading
National Farmers Market Week Encourages Locals to Support Locals
There’s only a few more months left for prime Farmers Market season. The Knox Farmers Market runs until Halloween and then they close up for the year. In an effort to highlight the importance of farmers markets across the country on Saturday, August 1st U.S Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the start of the 16th annual Farmers Market Week. It began Sunday August 2nd and will run until Saturday August 8th. Continue reading
K9 Assists in Apprehension of Robbery Suspect
Officers from several Starke County law enforcement agencies assisted in the apprehension of a man at a Koontz Lake residence on an out-of-county robbery warrant. They responded to a home in the 7700 block of Tippecanoe Drive this morning to arrest 30-year-old Cody Cooley on a warrant from Dearborn County. A news release from the Starke County Sheriff’s Office indicates they spotted him through a sliding door trying to hide in an upstairs closet. Continue reading
Scale Mock-Up Aids Hospital Design Planning
IU Health Starke Hospital officials are using a life-size cardboard mock-up of their proposed new facility to finalize design plans. President Craig Felty says the blueprint doesn’t do it justice.
“When you see something actually 3-D and real life, it really puts it into perspective. It really helps to solidify what we have in the blueprint but also shows us so much more, that we could actually make it so much better than we thought. On the blueprint it looks good, but it looks so much better when it’s actually all put up together.”
Starke County Highway Department Readies for Winter
It’s only the first week of August, but officials with the Starke County Highway Department are already planning for winter. Superintendent Rik Ritzler told the county commissioners this week the county’s salt cost has gone down significantly over last year. The county piggybacks on the state’s bid and is able to realize considerable savings as a result. Ritzler says the price per ton has gone down from $73.62 to $65.32. If this winter is comparable to last year’s, he says that will save the county about $10,000. Continue reading
