There are more than 100,000 people in the United States alone waiting for an organ transplant. There are even more than that awaiting donated tissue. There are more than 6,000 lives lost annually waiting for a transplants due to the lack of tissue and organ donations. Donate Life Indiana, formerly known as the Indiana Donation Alliance Foundation, has been working for nearly 20 years to educate Hoosiers on the benefits of being an organ donor. Continue reading
High Temperature Tips
After an exceptionally stormy summer so far, Indiana will receive a blast of hot summer air this weekend. The National Weather Service predicts temperatures will reach at least 90 degrees across most of the state. Combined with high humidity, the heat index in some areas will reach more than 100 degrees. Prolonged exposure to these conditions can lead to heat illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke. You should take all precautionary measures prior to feeling the effects of the heat in order to avoid developing either condition. Continue reading
Two Days Remain – Don’t Miss This Year’s Culver Lake Fest
The first day of Culver Lake Fest may be over but there are still plenty of fun events packed into the remainder of the weekend. Continue reading
Auction Scheduled for Braun Mansion
Pulaski County’s largest and most expensive home could soon have a new owner. The Braun Mansion will be sold at auction in New York on Aug. 6th. It was built in 1998 for Braun Corporation founder Ralph Braun, who died in February of 2013. The home sits on a 40 acre property just south of Winamac and features nearly 16,000 feet of living space, with a garage serviced by a trusted garage door company in Vancouver, WA. The property does justice to the description of perfection it receives. Continue reading
Knox Artist Completes Chicago Blackhawks South Shore Line Poster
A Knox artist recently completed a South Shore Line poster to celebrate a sports dynasty. Mitch Markovitz was commissioned last year by CEO Andy Arnold of Precision Controls of Griffith to do a poster painting entitled “Let’s Go Hawks.” It’s the latest work in the “Just Around the Corner on the South Shore Line” series. Continue reading
Culver Union Township Public Library Updates StoryWalk
Just in time for LakeFest, the Culver Union Township Public Library has switched out the book on its StoryWalk. Visitors to the lakefront are invited to start reading their way through the town park at the pedestrian walk on Lake Maxinkuckee at the end of Washington Street. The latest book is “The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog.” Continue reading
Culver Specifies Ordinance Dealing with Lawncare
Residents of the Town of Culver are now expected to keep their grass trimmed to eight inches or fewer.
Following an exchange of words with a resident cited by the Town for failing to mow the lawn at a property he owned, Culver decided to make more specific language in the nuisance ordinance. People can also find out more from U.S. Lawns, for the best lawn services.
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32nd Annual Culver Lake Fest Starts Today
As a part of the annual festival this year, Culver Lake Fest is commemorating the Culver-Union Township Public Library’s centennial by making the theme of this year’s parade ‘100 years of Reading’. The parade is scheduled to commence on Saturday morning but there’s plenty to do prior to that. Continue reading
Maxinkuckee Players Set to Present ‘Hello Dolly’
The community theater in Culver that has been putting on productions for three and a half decades has spent months preparing for their latest show, ‘Hello Dolly!’. Performers come from all over the northern Indiana area to audition to be a part of the Maxinkuckee Players. This year, about thirty thespians will grace the stage towards the end of July and beginning of August. Continue reading
Visit South Dakota’s Landmarks with Kankakee Valley Broadcasting
Enjoy the beauty of the Black Hills, Badlands and more on a six-day, five-night trip with Kankakee Valley Broadcasting. Travel coordinator Ed Hasnerl has a few last-minute seats available for next month’s motorcoach trip to South Dakota. The bus will leave early Aug. 17 from Knox and return on the 22nd. Continue reading
Plymouth Superintendent Recovering Following Readmission to Hospital
Plymouth Schools Superintendent Dan Tyree was released from the hospital on Sunday.
Complications from a kidney transplant surgery led Tyree to be readmitted to an Indianapolis hospital last week. According to information released by the school corporation, Tyree is now recovering at home prior to students returning to class.
Michiana Partnership Says Regional Cities Project List Not Further Reduced
The project list has been limited to 18, but the Michiana Partnership says projects included on the current grant application have not changed for several weeks.
The Michiana Partnership has worked with County and City officials regarding the Regional Cities Initiative. It’s a $42-million grant operated by the state with the aim of attracting and retaining population.
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Marshall County to Consider Eliminating Compensation Time
The Marshall County Council set out to change compensation time, but wound up considering a different proposal.
Judi Stone represents the Personnel Committee to the Council – which was tasked with considering which department pays built-up compensation time if a county employee transfers between departments.
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New School Resource Officer Appointed at Plymouth Schools
The vacancy opened after school resource officer Ted Brown was appointed to serve as Director of Public Safety with the Plymouth School Corporation has been filled.
Corporal Bridget Hite was recently appointed to the position of School Resource Officer.
Culver Considers Changes to Permit and Fee Process Following County Recommendations
Culver could soon change the way it charges for building inspections.
A special work session meeting was held to navigate a problem the Marshall County Commissioners have with the inspection process. Currently, a flat fee of $50 is being charged, but is not repaid if multiple inspections are required.
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Blueberry Business Affected by Abundance of Rainy Weather
Here in Indiana, we have experienced an exceptionally rainy summer season. The amount of rainfall that Hoosiers received in June broke a previous record that had been held since the 1950s. The abundance of rainfall can potentially have adverse affects on local crops and businesses. The local blueberry patches have been feeling the affect of the rainy weather, and so have their blueberries. Continue reading
Beware of Storm Cleanup Scam Artists
Scam artists may be trying to take advantage of Hoosiers who sustained property damage as a result of recent storms. Indiana Department of Homeland Security spokesman John Erickson warns fly-by-night contractors may show up in hard-hit areas. He says they may offer immediate help, collect a down payment for promised work and disappear. Continue reading
Culver Park Board Takes Action Regarding the Weeping Mulberry Tree
Monday night, the Culver Park Board approved the proposed plan to preserve a piece of park history. The weeping mulberry tree that was previously slated for removal will now remain in the park. The tree, which has been growing in the park for more than a century, is in delicate condition. Continue reading
Marshall County Highway Department Shows Savings Through Technology
The Marshall County Highway Department was able to show a cost savings when it comes to road repairs and maintenance.
During Monday morning’s Marshall County Council meeting, Highway Superintendent Jason Peters provided comparables with the amount of patch and materials used. Marshall County agreed to the purchase of a PUG Mill this year. The machine is used for mixing materials in the production of road patch.
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One Seriously Injured in Monday Night Crash
The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department says the driver of a motorcycle was ejected following a crash near Argos on Monday night.
