Local News Briefs
MEDARYVILLE – The town of Medaryville will host its Potato Fest the weekend of Aug. 14-16, featuring a tractor show, parade, food vendors, live music, a quilt show, a car show, children’s activities and more.
The event will run from 4 to 9 p.m., Friday; 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday along downtown Main Street.
Updated 8-14; Plus river watch info
A flood watch has been issued by the National Weather Service, Northern Indiana office, for a portion of northern Indiana, including Pulaski County, effective through Saturday evening.
Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. The NWS adds that multiple rounds of rain and storms are likely Saturday, which will renew concerns for areal and river flooding.
PULASKI/CASS COUNTY - Indiana Department of Transportation maintenance crews will conduct seal coat operations on U.S. 35 between SR 119 and SR 16 starting on or after Monday, Aug.17.
Scrub seal operations will take place for approximately four days during the hours of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Motorists should seek alternate routes. The recommended state road detour is SR 14, SR 39 and SR 16.
(SR 119 is currently closed between SR 16 and U.S. 35 due to flooding and may not reopen prior to these operations on U.S. 35.)
The Pulaski County Public Library has listed its programs and activities for August. They include a children’s program on eagles, an “American Conversation Project” event, and a preview program on August’s lunar eclipse.
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.
The 2027 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship application is now available through the Community Foundation of Pulaski County.
The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program (LECSP) will provide 147 scholarships statewide and one scholarship in Pulaski County. LECSP scholarships may be used for otherwise unreimbursed full undergraduate tuition, required fees, and a special allocation of up to $900 per year.
Pulaski County Farmers Market is open for the summer season with a weekly location in Winamac.
The Market features fresh produce, plus local meats, maple syrup, honey, eggs, baked goods, sweet treats, cut flowers and coffee. The market will be open from 9 a.m. to 12 noon, Saturdays June through September, on Main Street in front of the courthouse in Winamac.
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Fair News
Theme: 'Always a Hit!'
INDIANAPOLIS – The 169th Indiana State Fair returns Friday, Aug. 7 and runs through Sunday, Aug. 23 (closed Mondays). With the theme "Always a Hit!" the State Fair and Indianapolis Indians have announced a partnership for the 2026 fair, bringing together iconic organizations that have long been part of the Hoosier summer experience.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.indianastatefair.com
INDIANAPOLIS (Aug. 10) - The brightest stars of Indiana agriculture took center stage Sunday evening as the Indiana State Fair hosted the 2026 4-H Grand Drive, presented by Farm Credit Mid-America inside the historic Corteva Coliseum.
Often considered the championship event of the Indiana State Fair livestock competitions, the Grand Drive brings together the state's top 4-H exhibitors to compete for the coveted title of grand champion. Months of hard work, dedication, and countless hours caring for their animals culminate under the lights as judges select Indiana's very best.
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HAMMOND (Aug. 12) – Gov. Mike Braun directed state response efforts from Northwest Indiana Wednesday, assessing damage from Tuesday’s severe storms and coordinating resources, as widespread power outages, flooding and storms continue across the state.
“Between storm damage, widespread power outages and flooding, hundreds of thousands of Hoosiers have been impacted across the state,” said Braun. “I’ve directed our agencies to work around the clock alongside local officials, first responders and utility crews to get resources where they’re needed. As storms continue today, our teams are ready, resources are in place and we will continue responding to needs as they arise.”
INDIANAPOLIS - The Enforcement Bureau of the Indiana State Police oversees the traffic enforcement efforts of the troopers assigned to the 14 State Police Districts throughout Indiana.
Among their primary missions is helping to provide safe environments on the state’s roadways for everyone.
STATEHOUSE – Carly Jones, a recent graduate of Winamac Community High School, is among more than 300 recipients of the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, according to State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen).
The scholarship program, established in 2016 through legislation passed by the Indiana General Assembly, awards a renewable scholarship of up to $10,000 per year (up to $40,000 total) to high-achieving high school and college students who agree to teach in an eligible Indiana school for five years.
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Post News
INDIANAPOLIS (Aug. 14) – Gov. Mike Braun today requested a Presidential Emergency Declaration through FEMA to bring additional federal resources to Indiana as the state continues responding to the severe weather, historic flooding, tornadic activity and a derecho that began impacting Indiana on Aug. 11.
“I will do everything in my power to protect Hoosier lives and livelihoods as we respond to this historic severe weather," said Gov. Braun. "I have mobilized state and local resources, declared a Statewide Disaster Emergency and deployed the Indiana National Guard. Now, I am requesting immediate federal assistance to strengthen those efforts and provide direct assistance to impacted communities.”
Star City photographer again wins honors
INDIANAPOLIS (Aug. 13) - The winners of the 2026 Indiana Agriculture Photo Contest were announced Thursday at the Indiana State Fair.
The contest, in its 18th year, features photos which are “a powerful testament of this hardworking community and the invaluable contributions of our Hoosier farmers,” said contest organizers.
INDIANAPOLIS (Aug. 12) – Nineteen rural communities will receive more than $14.2 million in federal grant funding to expand community facilities and improve drinking water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure, according to an announcement made today by OCRA and Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith.
The Town of Winamac is among the grant recipients.
PERU (Aug. 4)– 4C Health has announced that Indiana State Sen. Stacey Donato has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Behavioral Health Champion Award, receiving recognition as the organization's Legislative Champion of the Year.
This distinguished honor recognizes Sen. Donato's unwavering commitment to strengthening behavioral healthcare services, advocating for children and families, and championing policies that improve access to care throughout Indiana.
The Metamonong DAR Chapter from Pulaski County and the Wea Lea DAR Chapter from Monticello co-hosted the state's Northwest District DAR meeting Aug. 4, at the Bethel Bible Church near Winamac.
A total of 112 women from the DAR chapters throughout Indiana were in attendance, along with the Indiana DAR state board of management and the Indiana State DAR officers.
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