Pulaski County
Leeann Wright, executive director of the Community Foundation of Pulaski County, informed both the county council and the commissioners about the Pulaski County Drug Free Council and their proposal for using the county's opioid settlement funding. Wright explained that both organizations came...
The main Bane-Welker Equipment building located at 2686 US 35 in Winamac was demolished starting on Tuesday, Jan. 17 and concluding on Wednesday, Jan. 18. A new store has already been built next to where the old building once stood. According to a press release distributed by Bane-Welker, President...
On Dec. 23 - just days away from Christmas - a travel emergency was declared for Pulaski County due to a snowstorm that blew into the county. The county commissioners and Sheriff Chris Schramm briefly discussed the county's overall response to the storm and the emergency declaration. President...
It's that time of year to indulge once again in holiday traditions, and for many that might include viewing the Christmas lights on display in the small community of Pulaski. The tradition of the Pulaski lights dates back to 1989 when the county celebrated its 150th birthday. The Christmas lights...
An increase in the number of drivers who are violating the school bus stop arm has local police concerned.
Pulaski County Sheriff’s Detective Sgt. Chris Schramm said the number of drivers violating the bus stop arm seems to be increasing so he wants to remind drivers of the law.
The drivers who...
Pulaski County is making a name for itself at the Indy 500 and it’s not with a vehicle and a driver.
For the third time within the last five years, Pulaski County will be represented in the Indy 500 festivities by a young woman who was named a 500 Festival Princess. This year, Rachel Ploss has...
The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office is again being investigated by outside agencies as evidence is missing.
The Federal Bureau of Investigations has started an investigation after cash was reported missing. This is the second time the sheriff’s office has been investigated for missing evidence...
Pulaski County Commissioners are making changes to the way people enter the courthouse but safety is still a priority.
The commissioners, who met Monday evening, have previously discussed the security of the courthouse and have come to an agreement to open the building back up.
Commissioner...
Pulaski County Council members questioned what they advertised to spend although discussion has previously occurred.
During a regular meeting on Feb. 8, the council discussed advertised appropriations in the amount of $1,072,332.19. The appropriations were for $184,759.19 CARES Act funds, $839,750...
It’s taking a community of volunteers to administer the vaccinations that have come to the county and that collaboration appears to be a shining light to many.
About 150 people were vaccinated by the Pulaski County Health Department last week with help from several organizations and volunteers....