PULASKI COUNTY 4-H EXHIBIT CHAMPIONS 2022

 

4-H Collections Grand Champion
4-H Sewing Grand Champion
4-H Gardening Grand Champion
4-H Dog Poster Grand Champion
4-H Photography Grand Champion
4-H Farm Scene Grand Champion
4-H Cake Decorating Champion
4-H LEGOS Grand Champion
4-H Veterinary Science Grand Champion
4-H Woodworking Grand Champion
4-H Needlecraft Grand Champion
4-H Do Your Own Thing Grand Champion

AG TRACTOR

Posters

Level D Champion: Eric Field

GRAND CHAMPION: Eric Field

Driving Contest

Junior Riding Mower, First place – John Hileman

   Second place – JJ Mitchell

Senior Riding Mower, First place – Westin Kelsey

   Second place – Eric Field

Junior Zero Turn Mower, First place - John Hileman

   Second place – JJ Mitchell

Senior Zero Turn Mower, First place – Westin Kelsey

   Second place – Eric Field

Junior Ag Tractor, First place - John Hileman

   Second place – JJ Mitchell

Senior Ag Tractor, First place – Westin Kelsey

   Second place – Hunter Wallace

 

AEROSPACE

STAGE 1 (3-5) CHAMPION: Carson Mellon

STAGE 3 (9-12) CHAMPION: Xavier Adriano

  RESERVE CHAMPION: Noah Kreamer

GRAND CHAMPION: Xavier Adriano

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Carson Mellon

 

ARTS AND CRAFTS

FINE ARTS

LEVEL A (3-5) CHAMPION: Dana Bangel

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Deaysha Kreamer

LEVEL B (6-8) CHAMPION: Maisie Toosley

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Sydney Mellon

LEVEL C (9-12) CHAMPION: Evelyn Libey

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Reese Brown

GRAND CHAMPION: Maisie Toosley

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Dana Bangel

 

NEEDLE CRAFT

LEVEL A (3-5) CHAMPION: Addison Kreamer

LEVEL C (9-12) CHAMPION: Andi Bettcher

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Ashlynn Jennings

GRAND CHAMPION: Andi Bettcher

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Ashlynn Jennings

 

MODEL CRAFT

LEVEL B (6-8) CHAMPION: Brooke Rausch

GRAND CHAMPION: Brooke Rausch

 

ANY OTHER CRAFT

LEVEL A (3-5) CHAMPION: Dana Bangel

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Alena Day

LEVEL B (6-8) CHAMPION: Shaylynn Pogue

LEVEL C (9-12) CHAMPION: Hunter Schultz

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Nathan Thompson

GRAND CHAMPION: Hunter Schultz

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Nathan Thompson

 

BEEKEEPING

DIVISION 3 CHAMPION: Kelsey Conner

GRAND CHAMPION: Kelsey Conner

 

BOOKS

LEVEL A (3-5) CHAMPION: Carlee Westerhouse

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Sophia Watwood

LEVEL B (6-8) CHAMPION: Maisie Toosley

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Savannah Ritter

LEVEL C (9-12) CHAMPION: Madyson Westerhouse

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Brooklyn Mellon

GRAND CHAMPION: Madyson Westerhouse

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Carlee Westerhouse

 

CAT SHOW

Junior Champion Cat: Sophia Watwood

Intermediate Champion Cat: Marissa Perry

   Reserve Champion Cat: Hannah Hoover-Enyeart

GRAND CHAMPION CAT: Marissa Perry

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION CAT: Hannah Hoover- Enyeart

 

CAT POSTER

LEVEL 2 (6-8) CHAMPION: Maisie Toosley

LEVEL 3 (9-12) CHAMPION: Aidan Smith

GRAND CHAMPION: Maisie Toosley

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Adian Smtih

 

CHILD DEVELOPMENT

LEVEL A (3-4) CHAMPION: Carlee Westerhouse

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Alena Day

LEVEL D (10-12) CHAMPION: Evelyn Libey

GRAND CHAMPION: Carlee Westerhouse

 

CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT

LEVEL A (3-5) CHAMPION: Sophia Watwood

LEVEL B (6-8) CHAMPION: Maisie Toosley

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Leah Mitchell

LEVEL C (9-12) CHAMPION: Kirsten Calloway

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Emma Hajek

GRAND CHAMPION: Maisie Toosley

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Sophia Watwood

 

COLLECTIONS

LEVEL A (3-4) CHAMPION: Tucker Moss

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Sophia Kramer

LEVEL B (5-6) CHAMPION: Xavier Adriano

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Carlee Westerhouse

LEVEL C (7-9) CHAMPION: Scarlett Browning

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Eli Overmyer

GRAND CHAMPION: Scarlett Browning

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Eli Overmyer

 

COMPUTER

LEVEL 3 (9-12) CHAMPION: Mason Istre

GRAND CHAMPION: Mason Istre

 

CREATIVE WRITING

BEGINNER (3-5) CHAMPION: Shiloh Kirkland

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Sophia Watwood

ADVANCED (9-12) CHAMPION: Madyson Westerhouse

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Kelsey Conner

GRAND CHAMPION: Madyson Westerhouse

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Kelsey Conner

 

CROPS

Champion Corn Exhibit – Nathan Thompson

   Reserve Champion – Brody Bonnell

Champion Small Grains (Oat & Wheat) Exhibit – Haylah Wallace

   Reserve Champion – Hunter Wallace

Champion Soybean Exhibit – Hunter Wallace

   Reserve Champion – Nathan Thompson

Champion Grass/Alfalfa Exhibit – Hunter Wallace

   Reserve Champion – Haylah Wallace

Champion Alfalfa Hay Exhibit – Luke Clemons

GRAND CHAMPION CROP – Nathan Thompson

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION CROP – Hunter Wallace

 

DOG SHOW

GRAND CHAMPION DOG SHOW - Reese Martin

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION - Alexa Schultz

Obedience Puppy Class Champion - Sophia Watwood

   Obedience Puppy Class Reserve Champion - Levi Smith

Obedience Division 1A Champion - Reese Martin

   Obedience Division 1A Reserve Champion - John Hileman

Obedience Division 1B Champion -  Alexa Schultz

   Obedience Division 1B Reserve Champion - Haley Bettcher

Obedience Division 2A Champion - Laney Bettcher

   Obedience Division 2A Reserve Champion - Marissa Perry

Obedience Division 3A Champion - Savannah Hoover-Enyeart

   Obedience Division 3A Reserve Champion -  McKenzie Mitchell

Obedience Division 4A Champion - Madonna Twellman

Obedience Veteran Division Champion - Shelby Allen

   Obedience Veteran Division Reserve Champion - Robby Bettcher

OBEDIENCE GRAND CHAMPION: Reese Martin

   OBEDIENCE RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Alexa Schultz

 

Dog Showmanship

Showmanship Junior Champion (3-5) - Reese Martin

   Showmanship Junior Reserve Champion -  Jocelyn Hileman

Showmanship Intermediate Champion (6-8) - Marissa Perry

   Showmanship Intermediate Reserve Champion - Savannah Hoover-Enyeart

Showmanship Senior Champion - Shelby Allen

   Showmanship Senior Champion - Madonna Twellman

SHOWMANSHIP GRAND CHAMPION - Shelby Allen

   SHOWMANSHIP RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION - Madonna Twellman

 

LEADER’S CHOICE-MOST IMPROVED - Laney Bettcher & Sophia Watwood

 

Agility Beginner A Champion - John Hileman

   Agility Beginner A Reserve Champion - Reese Martin

Agility Beginner B Champion - Leah Mitchell

   Agility Beginner B Reserve Champion - Savannah Hoover-Enyeart

Agility Intermediate A Champion - Marissa Perry

   Agility Intermediate A Reserve Champion - Laney Bettcher

Agility Advanced  B Champion - McKenzie Mitchell

   Agility Advanced  B Reserve Champion - Madonna Twellman

AGILITY GRAND CHAMPION: John Hileman

   AGILITY RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Marissa Perry

 

DOG POSTER

LEVEL 2 (6-8) CHAMPION: Sophia Dickey

LEVEL 3 (9-12) CHAMPION: Aidan Smith

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Megan Stimson

GRAND CHAMPION: Aidan Smith

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Megan Stimson

 

DO YOUR OWN THING

LEVEL A (3-5) CHAMPION: Sophia Kramer

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Eli Burgess

LEVEL B (6-8) CHAMPION: Jayden Beckner

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Colt Ringen

LEVEL C (9-12) CHAMPION: Lilly Button

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Madyson Westerhouse

GRAND CHAMPION: Sophia Kramer

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Jayden Beckner

 

ELECTRIC

Level 1 Champion – Kinley Overmyer

   Reserve Champion – Sophia Kramer

Level 2 Champion – Jocelyn Hileman

   Reserve Champion – Sever DePoy

Champion Level 4 – John Hileman

   Reserve Champion – Austin Burns

Champion Level 5 - Non Electronic – Nathan Thompson

   Reserve Champion – Austin Bolen

GRAND CHAMPION: Jocelyn Hileman

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Nathan Thompson

 

FARM TOY SCENE

LEVEL A (3-5) CHAMPION: Brettly Browning

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Eli Burgess

LEVEL B (6-8) CHAMPION: Lucas Fagner

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Andrew Will

LEVEL C (9-12) CHAMPION: Eric Field

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Logan Schultz

GRAND CHAMPION: Eric Field

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Lucas Fagner

 

FASHION REVUE & SEWING

Consumer Clothing

Advanced Consumer Clothing Champion - Kelsey Conner

GRAND CHAMPION – Kelsey Conner

 

Fashion Revue – Junior Division

Champion Grade 4 – Reese Martin

Champion Grade 7 – Scarlett Browning

GRAND CHAMPION – Scarlett Browning

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION – Reese Martin

 

Fashion Revue – Senior Division

Champion Separates – Ashlynn Jennings

Champion Casual – McKenzie Mitchell

GRAND CHAMPION – Ashlynn Jennings

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION – McKenzie Mitchell

 

Sewing Construction (Wearable) Junior Division

Champion Grade 4 – Reese Martin

Champion Grade 7 Scarlett Browning

GRAND CHAMPION – Scarlett Browning

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION – Reese Martin

 

Sewing Construction (Non-Wearable) Junior Division

Champion Grade 4 – Reese Martin

GRAND CHAMPION – Reese Martin

 

Sewing Construction (Wearable) Senior Division

Champion Casual Wear – McKenzie Mitchell

Champion Separates – Ashlynn Jennings

GRAND CHAMPION – Ashlynn Jennings (Separates)

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION – McKenzie Mitchell (Casual Wear)

 

Sewing Construction (Non-Wearable) Senior Division

Champion Grade 12 – Anna Miller

GRAND CHAMPION – Anna Miller

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION – Savannah Enyeart-Hoover

 

FLORICULTURE

Champion Level A (Grades 3-4) – Jocelyn Hileman

   Reserve Champion – Madelyn Stamper

Champion Level C (Grades 7-9) – Scarlett Browning

   Reserve Champion – Madyson Westerhouse

Champion Level D (Grades 10-12) – Kelsey Conner

   Reserve Champion – Kirsten Calloway

GRAND CHAMPION – Jocelyn Hileman

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPOIN – Kelsey Conner

 

FOODS

Baked Foods

Level A (Grades 3-4) Champion – Reese Martin

   Reserve Champion – Jocelyn Hileman

Level B (Grades 5-6) Champion – Hutch Martin

   Reserve Champion – Abbie Pace

Level C (Grades 7-9) Champion – Hannah Hoover-Enyeart

Level D (Grades 10-12) Champion – Alison Grothaus

   Reserve Champion - Megan Stimson

GRAND CHAMPION FOOD, BAKED – Alison Grothaus

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION, BAKED – Hutch Martin

 

Preserved Foods

Level C (Grades 7-9) Champion – Adam Stimson

   Reserve Champion – Sydney Mellon

Level D (Grades 10-12) Champion – Brooklynn Mellon

   Reserve Champion – Megan Stimson

GRAND CHAMPION FOODS, PRESERVED – Brooklynn Mellon

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION FOODS, PRESERVED – Adam Stimson

 

Microwave Cooking

Level A (Grade 3) Champion - Sophia Watwood

Level B (Grade 6) Champion – Johnathan Carpenter

Level C (Grade 9) Champion – Adam Stimson

Level D (Grade 10) Champion – Aidan Smith

Level D (Grade 12) Champion – Megan Stimson

   Reserve Champion – McKenzie Mitchell

GRAND CHAMPION MICROWAVE COOKING – Adam Stimson

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION MICROWAVE COOKING – Sophia Watwood

 

Cake Decorating

Intermediate (Grades 6-8) – Hannah Hoover-Enyeart

 

Cupcake Decorating

Beginner (Grades 3-5) Champion – Alena Day

   Reserve Champion – Mara Robinson

Intermediate (Grade 6-8) – Roni Garbison

   Reserve Champion – Cady Jones

GRAND CHAMPION CUPCAKE DECORATING – Roni Garbison

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION CUPCAKE DECORATING – Alena Day

 

FORESTRY

LEVEL 1 (3-5) CHAMPION: Sophia Watwood

LEVEL 3 (9-12) CHAMPION: Aidan Smith

GRAND CHAMPION: Aiden Smith

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Sophia Watwood

 

GARDENING

Champion Educational Exhibit – Aidan Smith

GRAND CHAMPION EDUCATIONAL EXHIBIT – Aidan Smith

Champion Kohlrabi, Zucchini Squash, Rhubarb – Aidan Smith

GRAND CHAMPION SINGLE VEGETABLE – Aidan Smith (Kohlrabi)

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION SINGE VEGETABLE – Aidan Smith (Rhubarb)

Champion Single Herb Exhibit (Lavender and Rosemary) – Kelsey Conner

GRAND CHAMPION HERB – Kelsey Conner (Lavender)

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION HERB – Kelsey Conner (Rosemary)

 

GENEALOGY

DIVISION 1 CHAMPION: Sophia Watwood

 

GEOLOGY

LEVEL 1 (3-5) Champion: Tanner Federer

LEVEL 3 (9-12) CHAMPION: Brendan Day

GRAND CHAMPION: Brendan Day

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Tanner Federer

 

GIFT WRAPPING

LEVEL 1 (3-5) CHAMPION: Kenna Westerhouse

LEVEL 3 (9-12) CHAMPION: Emma Hajek

GRAND CHAMPION: Emma Hajek

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Kenna Westerhouse

 

HEALTH

LEVEL A (3-5) CHAMPION: Sophia Watwood

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Addison Kreamer

LEVEL C (9-12) CHAMPION: Adam Stimson

GRAND CHAMPION: Adam Stimson

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Sophia Watwood

 

HOME ENVIRONMENT

LEVEL 3 (9-12 CHAMPION): Kelsey Conner

GRAND CHAMPION: Kelsey Conner

 

LEGOS

NON-KITS

LEVEL A (3-5) CHAMPION: JJ Mitchell

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Luke Westerhouse

LEVEL B (6-8) CHAMPION: Katelyn Westerhouse

LEVEL C (9-12) CHAMPION: Benjamin Boardman

KITS

LEVEL A (3-5) CHAMPION: Rylan Toro

   RESERVE CHAMPION: William Garbison

LEVEL B (6-8) CHAMPION: Luke Button

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Austin Burns

LEVEL C (9-12) CHAMPION: Maddox Bucinski

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Kyle Gibson

GRAND CHAMPION: Maddox Bucinski

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: JJ Mitchell

 

PET PALS SHOW

Champion Rodents: Alana Kasten – Pumpkin Spice

   Reserve Champion Rodents: Alana Kasten – Rollo

Champion Reptiles and Crustaceans: Serenity Davis – Ace

GRAND CHAMPION: Serenity Davis

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Alana Kasten

 

PHOTOGRAPHY

LEVEL 1 (3-5) COLOR PRINTS CHAMPION: Carlee Westerhouse

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Luke Westerhouse

Level 1 (3-5) CHAMPION COLOR SALON PRINT: Gracie Gibson

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Brynlee Owens

LEVEL 2 (6-8) COLOR PRINTS CHAMPION: Mylie Foster

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Cooper Kopka

LEVEL 2-COLOR SALON PRINT CHAMPION: Maisie Toosley

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Luke Button

LEVEL 2-CREATIVE/EXPERIMENTAL DIGITAL SALON PRINT CHAMPION: Katelyn Westerhouse

LEVEL 3 (9-12) COLOR PRINTS CHAMPION: Maddie Foster

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Kelsey Conner

LEVEL 3-BLACK/WHITE PRINTS CHAMPION: Chloe Rausch

LEVEL 3-COLOR SALON PRINT CHAMPION: Alison Grothaus

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Madyson Westerhouse

LEVEL 3-BLACK/WHITE SALON PRINT CHAMPION: Reese Brown

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Alexa Schultz

GRAND CHAMPION: Reese Brown

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Alexa Schultz

 

RECYCLING

LEVEL C (9-12) CHAMPION: Kirsten Calloway

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Kelsey Conner

GRAND CHAMPION: Kirsten Calloway

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Kelsey Conner

 

SCRAPBOOKING

LEVEL 1 (3-5) CHAMPION: Addison Kreamer

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Lillian Dell

LEVEL 2 (6-8) CHAMPION: Taylor Kelsey

GRAND CHAMPION: Taylor Kelsey

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Addison Kreamer

 

 SHOOTING SPORTS

LEVEL 1 (3-5) CHAMPION: Eli Burgess

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Sophia Kramer

LEVEL 2 (6-8) CHAMPION: John Hileman

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Jayden Beckner

LEVEL 3 (9-12) CHAMPION: Claytin Ringen

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Hunter Schultz

GRAND CHAMPION: Claytin Ringen

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Hunter Schultz

 

SMALL ENGINES

LEVEL 2 (6-8) CHAMPION: Cooper Kopka

LEVEL 3 (9-12) CHAMPION: Adam Stimson

   RESERVE CHAMPION:

GRAND CHAMPION: Cooper Kopka

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Adam Stimson

 

SOIL AND WATER SCIENCE

LEVEL 1 (3-5) CHAMPION: Alena Day

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Sophia Watwood

GRAND CHAMPION: Alena Day

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Sophia Watwood

 

SPORT FISHING

LEVEL 1 (3-5) CHAMPION: Jacob Shidler

LEVEL 3 (9-12) CHAMPION: Adam Stimson

GRAND CHAMPION: Adam Stimson

   RESEVE GRAND CHAMPION: Jacob Shidler

 

SPORTS

LEVEL A (3-5) CHAMPION: Sophia Watwood

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Addison Kreamer

LEVEL B (6-8) CHAMPION: Xavier Adriano

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Isaac Combs

LEVEL C (9-12) CHAMPION: Aidan Smith

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Adam Stimson

GRAND CHAMPION: Aidan Smith

   RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION: Sophia Watwood

 

VETERINARY SCIENCE

LEVEL 1 (3-5) CHAMPION: Sophia Watwood

LEVEL 2 (6-8) CHAMPION: Lucas Fagner

GRAND CHAMPION: Sophia Watwood

   RESEVE GRAND CHAMPION: Lucas Fagner

 

WEATHER AND CLIMATE SCIENCE

LEVEL 1 (3-5) CHAMPION: Sophia Watwood

GRAND CHAMPION: Sophia Watwood

 

WILDLIFE

LEVEL 1 (3-5) CHAMPION: Seaver DePoy

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Jocelyn Hileman

LEVEL 3 (9-12) CHAMPION: Brendan Day

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Madyson Westerhouse

GRAND CHAMPION: Brendan Day

   RESEVE GRAND CHAMPION: Madyson Westerhouse

 

WOODWORKING

LEVEL A (3-4) CHAMPION: Seaver DePoy

LEVEL B (5-6) CHAMPION: Drew DePoy

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Trey Moss

LEVEL C (7-9) CHAMPION: Carter Keller

LEVEL D (10-12) CHAMPION: Chase Keller

   RESERVE CHAMPION: Sawyer DePoy

GRAND CHAMPION: Drew DePoy

   RESEVE GRAND CHAMPION: Seaver DePoy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  
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Local News Briefs

PCPL lists programs, activities for April

The Pulaski County Public Library has listed its programs and activities for April. They include a celebration of National Library Week, a kids’ caring for the environment program, a Ladybug Welcome Sign craft, and an Earth Day craft.

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.

Chamber names Don, Lynn Darda a as 2025 Halleck Award recipients

The Pulaski County Chamber of Commerce has announced its selection for the 2025 Halleck Community Service Award are Don and Lynn Darda of Winamac.

Chamber president Leslie Hanson made the announcement Tuesday (March 18). The Dardas are both retired teachers in the Winamac schools and have been active volunteers in a variety of projects throughout the years. The annual Halleck Award Banquet will be Thursday, April 24, at the Winamac VFW.

PCT invites photographers to capture spirit of county in photo contest

Participate, share perspective on county

Pulaski County Tribe (PCT) has announced the launch of the "Embrace the Pace Pulaski County" photography contest, inviting photographers of all ages and skill levels to showcase life in Pulaski County through the lens of their cameras.

“With cash prizes and the opportunity to have your work displayed county-wide, this contest is an exciting way to celebrate the beauty and community of Pulaski County,” said Brandi Larkin, PCT president.

New grant application process at the Community Foundation

The grant application process became a little bit easier this year.

Organizations that wish to apply for a grant through the Community Foundation of Pulaski County (CFPC) will be interested to learn the process is now one streamlined application to cover all types of grant opportunities, including field of interest grants. No matter the size of your request, all you need to do is complete one simplified grant application.

PCHS offers senior meals, activities

WINAMAC - Pulaski County Human Services offers meals and activities for the county's senior citizens.

Persons ages 60 or older may now order meals a week in advance. Visit one of the PCHS meal sites, located at 115 W. Pearl St. in Winamac, or 510 E. Main St. in Medaryville to check out the new menu, and also the activity calendar. Since June, MealsOnWheels of Northwest Indiana is the new caterer for senior meals at both of PCHS's county centers. 

  

Indiana News

Pulaski County unemployment rate up slightly at 4.3 percent in February

Pulaski County's unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3 percent in February, up from 4.2 percent in January, the Indiana Department of Workforce Development reported Monday, (March 31). The rate was 3.8 percent a year ago.

The county had 6,535 employed persons in a labor force of 6,831 in February. In January those numbers were 6,507 of 6,793. A year ago the numbers were 6,381 of 6.645.

INDOT prepared for severe weather, widespread flooding through weekend

Heavy rain expected in south, central Indiana 

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Transportation is prepared for severe storms, heavy rain, and widespread flooding expected to move across Indiana starting Wednesday afternoon and evening.  

As of Wednesday morning, the National Weather Service (NWS) has issued flood watches for all Indiana counties south of a line extending from Terre Haute to Indianapolis, and Muncie. NWS is calling for potential double-digit rainfall totals in parts of the state, primarily in southern Indiana. Significant flash and river flooding is likely in these areas. Severe storms with damaging winds, hail, and possible tornadoes are anticipated Wednesday afternoon and evening, followed by widespread heavy rain and additional storms through the weekend.

INDOT warns public of toll-related text scam

Caution urged before opening suspicious links

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Transportation is aware of a tolling-related text message or “smishing” scam targeting Hoosiers statewide.

False messages appearing to come from INDOT or tolling service providers alert recipients of a “final notice” regarding unpaid tolls and mention additional fines, late fees, suspension of vehicle registration, vehicle impoundment, and further legal action; in addition to a link for payment.

2025 Indiana General Assembly: Bill Watch

Members of the Indiana General Assembly are working through proposed legislation on such topics such as education, health care, housing, property tax reform, responsible management of water resources, and much more. Gov. Mike Braun has now begun the process of signing passed legislation into law.

The 2025 legislative session runs January through April 29. This is a “long session” during which legislators will craft a two-year state budget. The status of bills under consideration, in both the House and Senate, may be viewed here: IGA | Bills for 2025 Session. 

 

Indiana Health News

Respiratory illness activity in Indiana at low levels

Plus update on measles nationwide

As of March 28, the amount of acute respiratory illness causing people to seek health care remains at a low level across most of the U.S., according to the CDC (U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). Seasonal influenza activity continues to decline. COVID-19 and RSV activity are declining nationally to low levels.

The level of respiratory illness activity in Indiana is low. States reporting moderate levels are Idaho, South Dakota, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Maryland and New Hampshire.

  

Post News

Gov. Braun activates Indiana National Guard to aid in storm recovery 

NWS confirms tornado in Bourbon

INDIANAPOLIS (April 3) – Gov. Mike Braun activated the Indiana National Guard Thursday to aid with storm recovery after severe weather impacted at least 41 counties across Indiana Wednesday evening. Damage assessments and recovery operations are ongoing. 

Thursday afternoon, NWS confirmed an EF-1 tornado touched down between Culver and Argos around 7:52 p.m. and traveled northeast through Bourbon where it caused extensive damage. The tornado had a peak wind speed of 105 mph and ended around 8:10 p.m. just north of Etna Green. Rotation seen on radar first detected the forming tornado west of Medaryville a little after 7:30 p.m.

Winamac names 2025 valedictorian, salutatorian

Winamac Community High School has named its top academic seniors in the Class of 2025. They are Valedictorian JeeAnne Peterson and Salutatorian Kamryn Huddleston.

Winamac will hold graduation ceremonies Sunday, June 1.

Wind storm results in downed trees, power lines

Updated

A strong windstorm swept across Indiana late Sunday afternoon (March 30), leaving behind power outages, uprooted trees, some building damage and two deaths in Porter and Elkhart counties.

The worst damage locally occurred in northwest Pulaski County and the northern tier of townships. The storm materialized as had been predicted in the days leading up to Sunday.

Pulaski County Tribe launches ‘Creative Hub’ vision

Receives $10,000 Early Action grant

Pulaski County Tribe (PCT) is setting the stage for a new chapter in community enhancement, one centered on creativity, culture and collaboration.

Interested residents are welcome to “join the conversation and help piece together the future of creativity in Pulaski County.”

Pulaski County first responders receive thermal drone donation

The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department reports it has received the donation of a DJI thermal drone for the county’s drone team and first responders from Doral Renewables LLC.

“This advanced technology will enhance our emergency response capabilities, providing critical aerial support for search and rescue operations, fire response, and public safety missions,” said Chief Deputy Fred Rogers.

West Central School Board considers options for school resource officer

FRANCESVILLE – West Central Schools Superintendent Dr. Cathy Rowe discussed options for the addition of an SRO (school resource officer) with school board members who have expressed an interest in moving in that direction at the board’s March 7 meeting.

The Indiana State Police encourages school corporations to hire SROs to facilitate school safety.