This free event brings together Sue Peppers of Tippecanoe CPA Group, and Blain Hizer of Keller Advisory Group, Inc. to advise the farming community on tax planning tips and other useful ag-related information.

Be sure to mark your calendars:

Wednesday, Jan. 29
Doors open at 8:30 a.m. Program 9 to 10 a.m.
Star City Community Church
5549 S US 35, Star City, IN 46985

 Sue Peppers has practiced as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) since 1981. As a graduate of Ball State University with a degree in accounting, she has concentrated her career on preparing tax returns and processing financial and payroll information for farmers and small businesses in Pulaski, White, Cass and Fulton counties. She is a small business owner, as well as a farmer – she and her husband Bill operate a lavender farm just south of Star City. She has served the community through church, Lions Club, 4-H and many other organizations, and truly understands the advantages of philanthropy and tax planning, especially for members of the agricultural community.

Blain Hizer of Keller Advisory Group, Inc. (KAG) will also provide a briefing on the January Farm Report. KAG is known for providing strong insight into the world of Agriculture. Hizer will share what KAG’s analysis of the report deems important to the ag community and will have the most impact on farming operations. Learn more about KAG at www.kelleradvisory.com.

If the presentation isn’t tempting enough, a delicious biscuits and gravy breakfast will be catered by One Eyed Jack’s. So, plan to arrive hungry.

Ready to sign up? Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call the Community Foundation at 574-946-0906 to reserve a seat.

 

The Community Foundation of Pulaski County (CFoPC) is the philanthropic leader serving Pulaski County. Recognizing over two decades of experience, CFoPC builds resources, engages people, and inspires generosity to enrich lives in Pulaski County. CFoPC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that serves donors, awards grants, and provides leadership for community engagement. For more information, visit www.cfopc.org.

Tippecanoe CPA Group is a full-service accounting firm in Winamac, Indiana that provides professional services for income tax returns, IRS and state audits, business start-ups, payroll, accounting and financial statements, QuickBooks set-up, support, training and more. They are passionate about finding the right tax plan for you. For more information, visit www.tcpagllc.com

Keller Advisory Group, Inc. (KAG) is the renowned authority on agriculture markets. Founded by John C. Keller in 1988, KAG continues to provide its customers with the expertise and service they need to grow their agriculture operations. For more information, visit www.kelleradvisory.com.

  
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Local News Briefs

Holidays can be hard

Ask for help if you need it

The holiday season is often a time of joy, celebration and connection with loved ones.

However, for many, it can also bring challenges such as stress, loneliness or heightened emotions. Stressful family dynamics, financial pressures, or even the societal expectation to feel cheerful can amplify existing struggles. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, there are resources and individuals ready to help.

PCPL lists December events

The Pulaski County Public Library has listed its programs and activities for December which include a wide variety of Christmas and Winter Break offerings, such as visits from Santa, a Grinch story time, ornament-making crafts and gift-wrapping opportunities.

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.

Tax planning for farm families program Jan. 29

Looking for strategies to reduce your tax burden? Thinking about what you can deduct, capitalize or depreciate? What about all that land, equipment, equity - even your own retirement?

Tax planning for farmers is important, but it’s also complicated. That’s why the Keller Advisory Group, Inc. and the Community Foundation of Pulaski County have partnered for an event to offer professional advice.

Pulaski Christmas Lights return for 35th year

PULASKI – The annual Pulaski Christmas Lights displays returns this year and will be lit from 5 to 11 p.m., nightly beginning Sunday, Nov. 24 through Monday, Jan. 1, for public viewing.

Returning favorites include lighted (and many animated) Santas, reindeer, angels, Nativity scenes, farm animals, storefronts, gingerbread persons, Christmas trees and the signature wreath arch. This year will also feature many updated and new light displays.

HVRM offers 'Santa Trains'

Santa Trains will provide Christmas and winter fun on Saturdays in late November and into December at the Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum in North Judson.

Ride in a vintage commuter coach or former business car through the wintery countryside for approximately five miles from the depot to the small town of English Lake. After crossing the Kankakee River, the train returns to the depot and museum grounds. During the trip, passengers will enjoy visiting with Santa and each child and toddler will receive a gift bag from Santa.

  

Indiana News

OCRA announces 20 communities to receive more than $3.6 million in federal grants

INDIANAPOLIS (Dec. 19) – Pulaski County and Kewanna are among 20 Indiana communities which will receive a portion of more than $3.6 million in Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Grants and Planning Grants through the Community Development Block Grant program.

The announcement was made Thursday by  Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA).

Reps. Culp, Jordan to serve on key House committees

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 16) – State Reps. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen) recently received appointments to serve on key House standing committees at the Statehouse. (Both legislators’ districts include portions of Pulaski County.)

House standing committee appointments are made by the Indiana House Speaker biennially after the November election and are in effect for the duration of members' two-year terms.

Yakym selected to serve on Ways and Means Committee

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Rudy Yakym (IN-02) has been selected by the House Republican Steering Committee to serve on the House Ways and Means Committee in the 119th Congress.

The Committee on Ways and Means, the oldest tax-writing body in the U.S. House of Representatives since 1789, shapes fiscal legislation including taxes, tariffs, and social service programs.

Pulaski County unemployment dips to 3.5% in October

Pulaski County's unemployment rate dipped to 3.5 percent in October, down from 3.6 percent in September, the Indiana Department of Workforce Development reported Tuesday, (Nov. 19). The rate was 2.5 percent a year ago.

The state's October unemployment rate was 4.4 percent (seasonally adjusted), up from 4.3 percent in September. The October 2023 rate was 3.5 percent. The U.S. unemployment rate was 4.1 percent in October (seasonally adjusted), the same as September. A year ago, the national rate was 3.8 percent.

 

Indiana COVID-19 News

Respiratory illness activity moderate statewide; lower in Pulaski County - but on the rise

INDIANAPOLIS - The Indiana Department of Health reported Dec. 10 that COVID-like illness emergency department visits numbered 328 from Nov. 27-Dec. 3, up 8 from its previous weekly report.

There were no state COVID-19 hospital admissions (Dec. 1-7) unchanged from the week before. The state reported no COVID death in the seven-day period (reflects confirmed COVID deaths reported to IDH).

  

Post News

The Gift of Public Transportation

By: Ashley Bice, AVP/Marketing Director

Most people don’t have to think twice about jumping in their vehicles and driving to the places they need to go - work, school, shopping and appointments.

Imagine what it would be like having that taken away from you. Your eyesight starts failing. You are laid off and cannot afford gas. Your car breaks down and it’s a few weeks before you can get it repaired.

Hoover appointed to county election board

Aaron Hoover of Winamac has been appointed as the Democrat representative to the Pulaski County Election Board, according to an announcement made Wednesday by Pulaski County Democratic Chairman Doug Denton.

Hoover succeeds Jessye Gilley as the party representative to the election board.

County police respond to two separate, troublesome domestic disputes

WINAMAC – Pulaski County sheriff’s deputies were called to two separate domestic disputes Sunday and Monday (Dec. 8, 9), one resulting in knife injuries to two persons, and the other causing minor injuries to a deputy.

The sheriff’s office reports its wish to inform the community of critical incidents such as these, and acknowledge the professionals responding to the danger.

NIPSCO announces Public Safety Education and Training Action grant recipients

Pulaski County EMS receives grant

MERRILLVILLE - Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO) has announced that 16 organizations across northern Indiana will be able to further their public safety initiatives as a result of support from the 2024 NIPSCO Public Safety Education and Training Action Grant program.

Among the grant recipients is Pulaski County EMS which will receive funds for emergency medical responder education. 

Corrin Combs named 2025 Lily Scholar

The Community Foundation of Pulaski County announced Corrin Combs of Winamac Community High School is the recipient of the 2025 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship for Pulaski County.

Lilly Endowment Community Scholars are known for their community involvement, academic achievement, character and leadership.