June programs at PCPL feature summer fun, learning

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. 

2026 PC Farmers Market opens June 6 for summer Saturdays

Pulaski County Farmers Market will open for the summer season Saturday, June 6 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.

Local nonprofits come together for ‘Pulaski Community Connections’ fair at Farmer’s Market

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.

Food Finders Mobile Pantry events set for June 9 & 26

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.

Francesville Fall Festival golf outing June 13

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.

Farmer sentiment slips again as high input costs remain top concern

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.

Indiana Agriculture Photo Contest submissions open now   

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.

Yakym district staff to hold local mobile office hours June 11 in Winamac

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Rudy Yakym (IN-02) has announced that his staff will hold mobile office hours in Pulaski County Thursday, June 11, in Winamac.

Yakym’s mobile office will visit throughout Indiana's Second District in June to assist constituents. Mobile office hours are designed for one-on-one conversations with the Congressman's team, primarily for federal casework assistance. These are not town halls.

Pulaski County April unemployment rate drops to 2.3%

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.

Winamac Community HS awards diplomas to 85 seniors

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).

2026 Senior awards presented at Winamac Community HS

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).

Chamber presents 2026 Halleck Award to Al Breyfogle

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."

Diplomas awarded Sunday to West Central Class of 2026

Senior photos featured

FRANCESVILLE - The 59th annual commencement exercises at West Central High School were held Sunday (May 24), in the school gymnasium. Diplomas were awarded to 56 seniors (up from 41 in 2025 and 46 in 2024).

The program opened with a baccalaureate service, sponsored by the West Central Ministerial Association, followed by the commencement ceremonies.

West Central presents 2026 senior awards

FRANCESVILLE - West Central High School held its annual Senior Awards program Monday evening (May 11). Seniors were recognized for various academic and athletic awards, honor roll, and scholarships.

Graduation ceremonies for the Class of 2026 will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, May 24, at the school gymnasium.