Local News Briefs
WINAMAC – The Pulaski County Historical Society will welcome “Honest Abe” at its annual meeting, Thursday evening, March 19, at its History Museum in downtown Winamac. The public is welcome to attend the event in the museum’s Culture Center room.
The program will feature “President Lincoln” by Danny Russel, plus musical entertainment by the Pulaski County Extension Chords, performing a “Patriotic Medley.”
The Pulaski County Public Library has listed its programs and activities for March. They include a program in Irish folktales and songs, a children’s program on frogs, a wellness lunch-and-learn session, and spring break activities.
For more information on any program, call the library at 574-946-3432 or visit the library’s website at www.pulaskicounty.lib.in.us.
NORTH JUDSON – The Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum will once again offer Easter Trains on three Saturdays in mid-March and early April at the HVRM in North Judson.
Participants may enjoy the early spring sights of the season with a popular holiday treat for adults and children of all ages.
The Pulaski County Health Department has announced the success of its 2025 diaper drive – 11,000 diapers collected - and reports distribution of the diapers has begun.
“Thank you to everyone in the community who donated time, effort, funds and diapers to keep Pulaski County babies dry, and cut stress for parents,” said Edwina Guffey, health department director.
The Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac is looking to welcome volunteers willing to give of their time to interact with the facility’s senior residents.
Activities could include playing games, reminiscing, crafting and one-on-one social visits. “Our residents love this,” reports Michelle Grostefon, PHCC human resources director on behalf of the staff.
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Indiana News
Investment empowers region-led growth, more jobs, higher wages
INDIANAPOLIS (March 17) – Gov. Mike Braun Tuesday formally announced a major investment in agricultural and life sciences with the goal of creating 100,000 high wage jobs over 10 years and making Indiana the premier U.S. destination where human therapeutics, animal health, agritech, biotechnology, and environmental innovation flow together along the vital, anchored pathway of private-sector excellence.
Anchored by world-class U.S. companies and research institutions with substantial incentives and a USDA facility advancing the vision, Indiana is the re-shoring and expansion epicenter: the place where American private enterprise creates 100,000 jobs and establishes institutional stature among the nation’s most recognized innovation corridors.
BROOKSTON - The Indiana Department of Transportation has announced the intersection of SR 43 and CR 1250S. will be converted into a temporary all-way stop, on or after Friday, March 13, south of Brookston.
The all-way stop will support upcoming construction with SR 43 set to close during the SR 18 and SR 43 Brookston Pavement Replacement Project. At the conclusion of that project, the all-way stop will be changed back to the current two-way stop design, with stop signs on CR 1250 S.
INDIANAPOLIS - In the spring, Indiana weather can turn from calm to catastrophic in a matter of moments. Even though the weather is difficult to predict and impossible to control, there are steps residents can take to reduce their risk, protect property and recover more quickly if a damaging storm does strike.
Darrin Walton, the executive director of claims at Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance, sees how families and business owners are impacted by severe storms. “Each spring, I hear individual stories and see the aftermath from a holistic viewpoint. Preparation can make a meaningful difference.
Visit: Bill Watch
INDIANA STATEHOUSE - Members of the Indiana General Assembly are wrapping up votes on remaining bills for the 2026 legislative session.
This "short session" began in January, and focused on non-budgetary policy matters in an even-numbered year. Limited to a maximum of 30 session days, this fast-paced session must conclude by mid-March. Key 2026 topics included over 500 proposed bills. To learn more visit https://iga.in.gov/
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Post News
Pulaski County escaped serious damage Tuesday night (March 10) when a “supercell” storm system swept north of the county line with Starke County resulting in tornado destruction, especially in the Toto area, according to police and various media reports.
A Newton County elderly couple died in the storm which caused destruction of homes, businesses, trees and resulting power outages.
The Pulaski County Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for the 2026 Halleck Community Service Award.
The award will be presented at the HJ Halleck Award recognition banquet (date to be announced). Nominations will be accepted through Tuesday, March 31.
FRANCESVILLE – Each year on Presidents’ Day, Alliance Bank employees convene to learn, celebrate and grow together. The highlight of the day is always the announcement of the Terry Stevens Spirit of Alliance Award.
This year’s honor was presented to Danielle Jamieson, electronic banking specialist.
Pulaski, Starke projects to participate
LAFAYETTE (Feb. 23) – Mammoth Solar has joined forces with Purdue University and a diverse coalition of partners on an innovative initiative aimed at helping rural Midwest communities to overcome mounting challenges from extreme weather and rising energy demands.
Hailstorms, heat waves and high winds are disrupting crops and straining energy systems across the Midwest. Purdue University and its partners launched the Midwest Agrivoltaics for Resilient Communities (MARC) initiative under the National Science Foundation’s Regional Resilience Innovation Incubator program to tackle these challenges.
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