The Winamac Volunteer Fire Department recently shared their service call statistics for the month of August.
Continue readingWinamac Volunteer Fire Department August Statistics
Winamac Fire Department Statistics for July
The Winamac Volunteer Fire Department recently shared their report on their calls for service during the month of July of this year.
Continue readingPulaski County Seeing Few Breakthrough COVID Cases, Changes Planned for Testing, Vaccination Sites
The COVID-19 vaccine is proving to be effective in Pulaski County. Of the roughly 4,100 Pulaski County residents fully vaccinated, fewer than five of them subsequently tested positive, according to Nathan Origer with the county’s incident management team.
Continue readingCause of Death Determined in Winamac Memorial Day Accident
A Winamac teen died of blunt force trauma to his head and abdomen in a single-vehicle accident in Winamac on Memorial Day, according to Pulaski County Coroner Jon Frain, who confirmed that determination after an analysis of an autopsy and toxicology test results.
Continue readingVictim Identified in Pulaski County Fatal Accident
The identity of the victim in a fatal vehicle accident in Pulaski County on Monday, May 25 has been released.
Continue readingFatal Accident under Investigation in Pulaski County
The Pulaski County Coroner and the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department are investigating a fatal car accident that occurred on Monday, May 25, on 700 N. west of U.S. 35 in Pulaski County. According to lawyers for auto injuries, the accident happened about a mile west of the intersection.
Continue readingPulaski County Sheriff’s Department Releases Details of Fatal Accident
The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department released details surrounding Sunday morning’s fatal accident.
Continue readingCar Accident Claims Life of Star City Man
BraunAbility Official Gives Update on Monday Morning’s Fire
Fire Reported at Braun Corporation
Winamac Town Council Approves Jefferson Township Fire Contract
Another township fire contract came before the Winamac Town Council when they met last week.
Continue readingWinamac Town Council Discusses Volunteer Fire Department Contract
Winamac officials will be working with the Town Attorney and Fire Department representatives to update their current contract and the associated ordinance.
Continue readingKnox-Center Township FD and Surrounding Agencies Respond to Fire on 200 S Monday Night
The Knox-Center Township Fire Department and surrounding agencies spent multiple hours battling a house fire on 200 S Monday evening.
Continue readingNeed for More Firefighters Addressed at Winamac Town Council’s Special Session
One of the first matters brought up when the Winamac Town Council held a special meeting with members of the Fire Department on Monday was the need for more firefighters.
Fire Chief Bill Weaver stated there are 16 members on the roster right now but two are inactive. He added that they’re looking at some prospective candidates currently. He explained that they’ve posted about the need for more members but haven’t had much luck getting people interested in serving. Continue reading
Winamac Apartment Fire Ruled Accidental
Firefighters from the Winamac Fire Department were called to a fire in an apartment at 109 East Pearl Street Wednesday afternoon.
More Details Released About Friday’s Search and Rescue Involving Multiple Agencies
Additional information about Friday’s successful search and rescue for Spencer Allen and his son has been released by the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office. Continue reading
Red Cross to Serve Meals in Starke, Pulaski Counties Saturday and Sunday
Red Cross volunteers will be serving meals in Starke and Pulaski counties Saturday and Sunday. Lunch will be available at the Monterey Fire Station from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. EST. Dinner will be served there from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Meals will also be served at the Winamac Fire Station from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. EST for lunch and 7:00 to 7:30 p.m. for dinner.
Pulaski County Crash Claims Hamlet Man’s Life
A single-vehicle crash in Pulaski County claimed the life of a Hamlet man and injured another. It happened Sunday afternoon at 3:22 p.m. on State Road 39 at County Road 100 South. Continue reading
Winamac Council Members Urge Action on Firefighter Shortage
The Winamac Fire Department is being told to step up its recruitment efforts. Town Council President Tom Murray made the request during last week’s council meeting. Continue reading
Arson Suspected in Winamac House Fire
Fire Chief Bill Weaver stated that the firefighters have been called to that abandoned residence four times. The Indiana State Fire Marshal was called to the scene after the fire started the second time and all accidental causes have been ruled out.
