Local News Briefs
The 2026 Pulaski County 4-H & Community Fair Parade, with the theme "Celebrate America 250," will step off at 6 p.m., Monday, June 29, in downtown Winamac.
The parade is organized by the Winamac Kiwanis Club in partnership with the Pulaski County Fair Association. The parade grand marshal will be 2026 Halleck Award winner Al Breyfogle.
Come curious. Leave connected
What happens when a community decides to work together differently, using what it already has and learning as it goes?
Residents are invited to see the answer to that question in action at the Pulaski Community Connections Fair held alongside the Pulaski County Farmer’s Market at Main Street in Winamac from 9 a.m. to 12 noon, Saturday, June 13.
The Community Connections Fair brings together nonprofits and community organizations from across the county in a shared effort to make local resources more visible, accessible, and help residents become more connected.
FRANCESVILLE – The sixth annual Francesville Fall Festival golf outing is set for 10 a.m., Saturday, June 13, at Moss Creek Golf Course.
Since 2021, the Fall Festival organizing committee has hosted the yearly golf outing to help raise money to defray the cost of staging the popular Fall Festival, held the third weekend of September.
The Pulaski County Public Library has listed its programs and activities for June. Summer reading programs for children and adults are underway; and special programs center on such themes as America 250 (including civics refreshers) and planting native plants.
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.
LAFAYETTE - Food Finders Food Bank Mobile Pantry will hold a drive-through food distribution at 11 a.m., Tuesday June 9, at the Winamac Town Park. A second event is scheduled for Friday, June 26 (also at 11 a.m.), at the Star City United Methodist Church, 2347 E. Main St., Star City.
This program is available to those in need of food assistance and who meet income guidelines. Those participating are asked to not arrive before 10:30 a.m., and remain in their vehicles. Please note the amount of food available does vary and will be distributed first come first served.
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Fair News
The annual Pulaski County 4-H & Community Fair will run Friday, June 26 through Wednesday, July 1 at the county fairgrounds in the Winamac town park.
The motto for the 2026 fair is 4-H Celebrates America 250. Highlights of this year's fair, in addition to the 4-H exhibits and judging, will be musical entertainment, queen pageants, a horse-and-pony pleasure show, youth talent show, sports tournaments, the fair parade, a tractor pull, and the annual 4-H Auction.
Pulaski County has had hundreds of youth in the 4-H program, but only a select few make the commitment to participate in all 10 years of eligibility. At the 2026 Pulaski County 4-H & Community Fair, 13 4-H’ers will complete their 10th year in this national program which teaches values and skills which will guide them as they enter adulthood.
They will be recognized at the 4-H Achievement Program at 6 p.m., Friday June 26.
Indiana News
In a proclamation Thursday (June 4), President Donald Trump granted a full pardon to Steve Buyer, a former Republican congressman from Indiana who served nearly two years in prison for making illegal stock trades based on inside information after he left office.
The White House announced the pardon Friday. Buyer’s congressional district included Pulaski County.
Also: Farm bankruptcy filings up
WEST LAFAYETTE (June 2) - Farmer sentiment declined slightly in May as the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer fell to 119, down from 121 in April.
May’s results indicated mounting concern about rising input costs and financial pressures, setting new highs and lows for the survey. Although the Future Expectations Index increased by 1 point, the Current Conditions Index dropped 8 points from April, falling to its lowest level since December 2024.
INDIANAPOLIS (June 1) - During the month of June, the Indiana State Department of Agriculture will accept submissions for the 19th annual Indiana Agriculture Photo Contest.
The contest is open to all Indiana residents and was created to recognize the hard work and contributions of Hoosier farmers, as well as the beauty of the state’s agricultural landscape.
Pulaski County's unemployment rate dropped to 2.3 percent in April, down from 2.8 percent in March, the Indiana Department of Workforce Development reported Tuesday, (May 26). The rate was 2.7 percent a year earlier.
Pulaski County had 8,357 employed persons in a labor force of 8,554 in April. In March those numbers were 8,268 of 8,509. A year earlier the numbers were 6,748 of 6,932.
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Post News
WINAMAC – The Winamac Town Council heard a proposal from Pulaski County Sheriff Chris Schramm at its June meeting regarding the need for a full-time animal control officer in the county.
The sheriff relayed some statistics to support the need for the position. He explained that he had been given permission for the position from the commissioners, but is seeking financial assistance from the municipalities in the county before going to the county council for funding.
NORTH JUDSON – The Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum will offer Ice Cream Train rides Saturday, June 20 during the annual North Judson Mint Festival.
Participants may enjoy a cool, refreshing summer treat from the museum’s friends at Sallie’s Small Batch Ice Creams before boarding the train to enjoy a leisurely ride through the Indiana countryside.
Senior photos featured
WINAMAC - Commencement exercises for the Class of 2026 at Winamac Community High School were held Sunday, May 31, at the high school gymnasium.
Diplomas were presented to 85 seniors (compared to 81 in 2025 and 91 in 2024).
WINAMAC - Winamac Community High School has announced its 2026 Senior Awards winners, honoring graduates for various academic and athletic awards, and scholarships.
The awards were presented at the annual Senior Awards program Friday evening (May 29).
FRANCESVILLE - Alliance Bank recognized its Junior Board of Directors during its annual celebration assembly on May 3, honoring the Class of 2026, highlighting the group’s school-year community visits, introducing new members, and giving back to two local organizations.
The Junior Board program provides local high school students with hands-on exposure to leadership, business and community service. Throughout the year, students gain real-world experience through presentations, industry insights, and leadership development opportunities.
The Pulaski County Chamber of Commerce presented the 2026 Halleck Community Service Award to Al Breyfogle of Winamac at its annual award banquet Thursday evening (May 28), at the Winamac VFW.
Breyfogle is active in many area clubs and organizations and has earned the reputation of a "go-to man" to help with any identified social need, large or small, in the county community. A statement in the award nomination letter for Breyfogle read, "to quantify the impact of Al’s community involvement locally, regionally and statewide is to recognize the quality of his love for community, his faith and family."
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