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The Star City Volunteer Fire Department honored one of their own on Saturday, as they unveiled and dedicated a bench to Michael Z. “Bubba” Shorter, who passed away on Jan. 22, 2017, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. The bench was dedicated before a fundraiser at the Star City Volunteer Fire Department. Funds from the event were donated to Shorter’s widow, Brandi, and the couple’s unborn son.

Fire department honors Shorter

Permission was granted to upgrade the restrooms near the horse arena in the Winamac Town Park during the June 1 meeting.

Fair board furthers ADA improvements to facilities

The Pulaski County Fair Board is continuing what it began last year in regards to becoming more ADA-compliant. During a Winamac Parks and Recreation Board meeting on June 1, members of the Pulaski County Fair Board and Power From the Past approached the park board about finishing the upgrading of...

School board discusses change to Trojan head

The West Central School Board learned of a change to the Trojan head logo but not without a little opposition from a student. West Central Athletic Director Wes Allen spoke with the school board members about changing the logo for the new school year during a regular school board meeting on June 1...

The Pulaski County Commissioners approved to sell the former county home, Pleasant View Rest Home.

Commissioners approve selling of county home

After about a year and a half of working to sell the county home, the Pulaski County Commissioners are finalizing the paperwork on the sale. During a regular meeting Monday evening, the commissioners approved to sell the former county home, Pleasant View Rest Home, at a price of $26,000. An...

West Central High School announces top graduates

West Central High School has announced the two top graduating seniors from the class of 2017. Brandon Putt has earned the distinction of being named class valedictorian. Upon graduation Putt plans to attend Purdue University to study business management. Brandon is the son of Michael and Donna...

Pool project could benefit from grant

The Winamac Parks and Recreation Board held a public meeting in regards to obtaining grant funding for the proposed community pool. On May 22, an audience gathered to discuss how a Department of Natural Resources Land and Water Conservation Fund grant could impact the proposed community pool...

Dr. Robert Klitzman served as master of ceremonies during the Winamac American Legion Post 71 and VFW Post 1728 annual Memorial Day ceremony on Monday at the Pulaski County Courthouse.

Community pays respect to fallen heroes

Francesville council decides on fountain garden

With the opportunity to obtain $10,000 to better an area in the town, the Francesville Town Council has decided to improve the park. After a bit of brainstorming, the Francesville Town Council has decided that a small fountain garden at the park is something that could be enjoyed by everyone. At...

Winamac High School names top graduates

Winamac Community High School has announced its top two graduates for the 2016-17 school year. Jack DeGroot, son of Perry and Katie DeGroot, has been named valedictorian and Claire Collins, daughter of Adam and Jill Collins, is the salutatorian. DeGroot plans upon graduation are to attend Butler...

The fence surrounding the Sportsman’s Bar and Grill is beginning to block the sidewalk and could soon be in the street. Commissioners discussed the issue on Monday because the fence belongs to the county.

Town issues surface at commissioners’ meeting

A couple of town issues were brought to the attention of the Pulaski County Commissioners in hopes of a little help. At a regular meeting on Monday, Medaryville and Monterey town council presidents requested a little guidance regarding a couple of property issues. Medaryville Town Council...