Tri-Township Schools’ facilities plans have left some unanswered questions for preservation experts. The school corporation has proposed closing the 105-year-old LaCrosse school building and moving high school classes to an expanded Wanatah School.
Continue readingPulaski County Officials Choose Option for Potential Courthouse Renovation
The Pulaski County Commissioners have chosen a path forward for a potential courthouse renovation project, but it could mean the closure of one of the county’s other buildings. Architectural firm Rowland Design had presented three courthouse renovation options, ranging from just under $4.9 million up to almost $8.6 million.
Continue readingPulaski County Commissioners Concerned with Courthouse Cost Estimates
While architects recently raised their cost estimates for a potential renovation of the Pulaski County Courthouse, the county commissioners are worried that costs could end up being even higher.
Continue readingCost Estimates Increase for Pulaski County Courthouse Renovation Proposal
Renovating the Pulaski County Courthouse will cost a bit more than preliminary estimates suggested. Architect Eric Rowland presented his final report to the county council and commissioners Monday.
Continue readingPulaski County Council, Commissioners Weigh Options for Courthouse
Pulaski County officials are considering their options when it comes to the future of the county courthouse and other government buildings. The county council and commissioners discussed a few ideas during a special joint meeting Monday.
Continue readingIndiana Landmarks Names Pulaski County Courthouse to 10 Most Endangered List
The Pulaski County Courthouse has made Indiana Landmarks’ annual 10 Most Endangered List. Last December, county officials unveiled a preliminary plan that involved demolishing the 1895 courthouse and adding onto the Justice Center.
Continue readingCourthouse Preservation Efforts Discussed during Pulaski County Historical Society Meeting
Preservation experts are focusing their efforts on the Pulaski County Courthouse. Todd Zeiger with Indiana Landmarks says the nonprofit organization has taken the unusual step of funding a reuse study with its own money.
Continue readingHistoric Preservation Program to be Featured at Tonight’s Pulaski County Historical Society Meeting
As Pulaski County officials consider the future of the county courthouse, residents have a chance to learn more about the topic of historic preservation tonight.
Continue readingIndiana Landmarks, ‘Save the Courthouse’ Group to Look Into Ways to Preserve Historic Building
The Save the Pulaski County Courthouse group is ready to get to work to find ways to meet the county government’s current needs without tearing down the historic building. That’s what group member Michael Beach told the county commissioners Monday. “We’re going to try to get a little bit more organized, have a little more meetings, and be a little more proactive,” he said, “but it’s not about just saying, ‘Don’t do it,’ and then we walk away. I think we can help.” Beach asked county officials to take time to do a fuller analysis before making any decisions.
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