# disaster relief (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover disaster relief. Page: Feed: --- ## [Town of North Judson extends boil water advisory](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/town-of-north-judson-extends-boil-water-advisory/) _2026-08-21 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ Earlier this week, the Town of North Judson experienced a temporary water shutoff. On Monday, August 17th, the town was without water for approximately two hours due to a broken fire hydrant. The town announced Monday that there would be low water pressure while water towers are filling, and that due to that loss, residents Continue reading → ## [Community cat spay and neuter program offered in Pulaski County](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/community-cat-spay-and-neuter-program-offered-in-pulaski-county/) _2026-08-21 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ The Pulaski Animal Center announced this week that it is partnering with Monon Vet Clinic and the Bissell Foundation to provide a spay and neuter program for outdoor and feral cats. The clinic is scheduled for October 8th, with space currently available for four male cats and two female cats. Additional clinic dates are expected Continue reading → ## [Storm-damaged Starke County properties may qualify for reassessment](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/storm-damaged-starke-county-properties-may-qualify-for-reassessment/) _2026-08-21 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ An announcement from the Starke County Assessor’s Office shares that property owners who experienced storm damage may wish to get a reassessment. The announcement shares that properties that sustained damage in recent storms or flooding might qualify for a reassessment, so those who experienced damage are encouraged to reach out to the Starke County Assessor’s Continue reading → ## [State Road 10 to close for seal coat operations](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/state-road-10-to-close-for-seal-coat-operations/) _2026-08-21 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ STARKE & MARSHALL COUNTY – Indiana Department of Transportation maintenance crews will conduct seal coat operations on State Road 10 between State Road 23 and State Road 17 starting on or after Monday, August 24. Scrub seal operations will take place for approximately two days during the hours of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Motorists should Continue reading → ## [Pulaski County Tribe hosts ‘4th Friday’ community event on August 28th](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/pulaski-county-tribe-hosts-4th-friday-community-event-on-august-28th/) _2026-08-21 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ An announcement from the Pulaski County Tribe shares that the tribe will host its next Pulaski County 4th Friday gathering next Friday, August 28th at Winamac Town Park. The event will take place from 5pm to 8pm Eastern Time, and will be on the west side of the park. The event will feature live music, Continue reading → ## [Knox Park Board to meet August 24th](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/knox-park-board-to-meet-august-24th/) _2026-08-21 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ The Knox board of Parks and Recreation will be holding its regular monthly board meeting this upcoming Monday, August 24th. The meeting will be held at the Nancy J. Dembowski Community Center in Knox, and is scheduled to begin at 5:30pm Central Time. Board members will consider and vote on the approval of minutes from Continue reading → ## [Starke County Commissioners to hold executive session August 28th](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/starke-county-commissioners-to-hold-executive-session-august-28th/) _2026-08-21 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ The Starke County Auditor has announced that the Starke County Commissioners will be holding an executive session next week. The session will be held on Friday, August 28th at 1PM Central Time. In accordance with Indiana law, it has been shared that the purpose of this executive session is for discussion of strategy with respect Continue reading → ## [Starke County Commissioners remove agricultural structure permit fee exemption](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/starke-county-commissioners-remove-agricultural-structure-permit-fee-exemption/) _2026-08-20 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ The Starke County Commissioners adopted an ordinance this week that removes a fee exemption for permits issued for agricultural structures. The Commissioners adopted the ordinance, Ordinance 2026-25, on Tuesday, August 18th. The ordinance amends Section 6-5-2 of the Starke County Code. According to the notice of adoption, the new ordinance removes subsection D from the Continue reading → ## [Starke County Commissioners update contractor registration requirements](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/starke-county-commissioners-update-contractor-registration-requirements/) _2026-08-20 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ The Starke County Commissioners announced they have adopted an ordinance that updates contractor registration requirements across the county. The Commissioners adopted Ordinance 2026-26 during their August 18th meeting, amending Sections 4 and 5 of the county’s 2006 contractor registration ordinance. The changes to the ordinance update the wording when it comes to those responsible for Continue… ## [Hoosiers affected by recent storms can apply for up to $5,000 in Disaster Relief](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/hoosiers-affected-by-recent-storms-can-apply-for-up-to-5000-in-disaster-relief/) _2026-08-20 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ Eligible Hoosiers affected by the recent storms across Indiana can request up to $5,000 in emergency assistance through the State Disaster Relief Fund. The emergency aid grants can be used to help replace basic items such as food and clothing, for Hoosiers in need of assistance after recent storms. Applications for the State Disaster Relief Continue reading → ## [Build with the cheapest GPUs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/hyqmycp55w09) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Deployed a live API in minutes; one user spent under $10. ## [Pulaski County Council to hold executive session followed by regular meeting Monday morning](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/pulaski-county-council-to-hold-executive-session-followed-by-regular-meeting-monday-morning/) _2026-08-20 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ The Pulaski County Auditor has announced that the Pulaski County Board of Council will be holding an executive session this upcoming Monday, August 24th. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 9am Eastern Time at the Pulaski County Courthouse. In accordance with Indiana laws, it has been shared that the meeting will be in regards Continue reading → ## [Marshall County Sheriff’s Departments continues to investigate a missing person](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/marshall-county-sheriffs-departments-continues-to-investigate-a-missing-person/) _2026-08-20 · Rusty Nixon · WKVI Information Center_ PLYMOUTH — The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department continues to actively investigate the disappearance of 34-year-old Joshua M. Obrochta, who was last seen on Friday, August 7, 2026, in the Plymouth and Culver, Indiana, area. On Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026, at approximately 5 p.m., the vehicle that Obrochta was last observed driving was located in the 5,000 Continue reading → ## [State Road 39 to close south of North Judson](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/state-road-39-to-close-south-of-north-judson-2/) _2026-08-20 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ PULASKI COUNTY – A release from the Indiana Department of Transportation shares that their contractor, Enneking Pressure Cleaning Inc, will close State Road 39 between County Road 400 N and County Road 500 N beginning on or after Tuesday, August 25th. State Road 39 will be closed through late September for a bridge deck overlay preventive maintenance Continue reading → ## [Starke County Council discusses financial transparency of Economic Development Foundation](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/starke-county-council-discusses-financial-transparency-of-economic-development-foundation/) _2026-08-19 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ The Starke County Council held an extended discussion at Monday’s meeting in regards to funding and financial transparency of the Starke County Economic Development Foundation. Council Vice President Dave Pearman stated that he had been asked to represent the Foundation during the discussion, and provided a copy of the agreement between the Starke County Commissioners Continue reading → ## [North Judson to celebrate trail extension, ‘Trail Town’ designation](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/north-judson-to-celebrate-trail-extension-trail-town-designation/) _2026-08-19 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ The Prairie Trails Club, along with community members, will celebrate the opening of a new one-mile trail extension through North Judson and the town’s designation as an official American Discovery Trail “Trail Town” this Friday, August 21st. Reports indicate that the Indiana Department of Natural Resources will conduct a final inspection of the trail extension Continue reading → ## [Starke County community members asked to help identify public art for map](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/starke-county-community-members-asked-to-help-identify-public-art-for-map/) _2026-08-19 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ The Starke County Convention and Visitors Commission is building a map of public art displays around Starke County. The map showcasing art throughout the county will be available online at visitstarkecounty.com/art. At the time of this article, the website showcases one piece of wart; The “Energy Flows in Trails and Rails” sculpture, by Angelique Milo, Continue reading → ## [Oregon-Davis School Board to meet this evening](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/oregon-davis-school-board-to-meet-this-evening/) _2026-08-19 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ The Oregon-Davis School Board will meet today, Wednesday, August 19th at 6pm Central Time at the Oregon-Davis Elementary School. The school is located at 5860 North 750 East in Hamlet. During the meeting, the board will discuss the approval of minutes from its August 5th meeting, as well as financial reports including claims, payroll register, Continue reading → ## [Understanding and Combating Medical Ableism](https://unitedspinal.org/understanding-and-combating-medical-ableism/) _2026-07-27 · Annie Streit · United Spinal Association_ When healthcare doesn't feel like healthcare. The post Understanding and Combating Medical Ableism appeared first on United Spinal Association . ## [The ADA at 36: An Interview with Disability Rights Pioneer Stephanie Thomas](https://unitedspinal.org/stephanie-thomas-ada-at-36/) _2026-07-20 · Monica Quinn · United Spinal Association_ New Mobility speaks with longtime organizer Stephanie Thomas on 36 years of the ADA, the fight to keep people out of institutions, and why she thinks disability activism has lost its edge. The post The ADA at 36: An Interview with Disability Rights Pioneer Stephanie Thomas appeared first on United Spinal Association . ## [Reflections from Roll on Capitol Hill 2026](https://unitedspinal.org/reflections-from-roll-on-capitol-hill-2026/) _2026-07-14 · Shannon Kelly · United Spinal Association_ Our advocates share what it means to them to lead the fight for disability policy. The post Reflections from Roll on Capitol Hill 2026 appeared first on United Spinal Association . ## [Auto-trade Cross-Exchange Gaps (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/KdEe2PhhUD4T) _2026-07-14 · **Sponsored**_ Find cross-exchange spreads, backtest strategies, and execute automatically with risk controls. ## [Score Big Savings on Whirlpool Appliances with Your United Spinal Membership](https://unitedspinal.org/whirlpool-member-benefit/) _2026-07-09 · Monica Quinn · United Spinal Association_ United Spinal members now have access to Whirlpool’s Inside Pass program, offering factory discounts and exclusive insider perks. The post Score Big Savings on Whirlpool Appliances with Your United Spinal Membership appeared first on United Spinal Association . ## [When Seconds Matter: Accessible Home Fire Safety for the Disability Community](https://unitedspinal.org/when-seconds-matter-accessible-home-fire-safety-for-the-disability-community/) _2026-06-26 · Annie Streit · United Spinal Association_ Most of us have heard the advice since childhood: if there is a fire, get out fast and call 911. For many wheelchair users, it is not that simple. The post When Seconds Matter: Accessible Home Fire Safety for the Disability Community appeared first on United Spinal Association . ## [Advocates Instrumental in Federal Bill to Remove Prior Authorizations from Wheelchair Repairs](https://unitedspinal.org/advocates-instrumental-in-federal-bill-to-remove-prior-authorizations-from-wheelchair-repairs/) _2026-06-17 · Shannon Kelly · United Spinal Association_ Vita Brown and Pam Daly, members of SCIBoston and United Spinal’s Grassroots Advocacy Network, were instrumental in getting this bill in motion. The post Advocates Instrumental in Federal Bill to Remove Prior Authorizations from Wheelchair Repairs appeared first on United Spinal Association . ## [Sponsor Spotlight: Empulse Power Assist Devices](https://unitedspinal.org/empulse-power-assist-devices/) _2026-06-09 · Monica Quinn · United Spinal Association_ Wanting an extra push to help you climb slopes or cover long distances? Empulse power-assist devices can aid self-propellers and attendants alike. The post Sponsor Spotlight: Empulse Power Assist Devices appeared first on United Spinal Association . ## [What One Wheelchair User’s 500-Mile Camino Journey Teaches Us About Access and Advocacy](https://unitedspinal.org/what-one-wheelchair-users-500-mile-camino-journey-teaches-us-about-access-and-advocacy/) _2026-06-04 · Annie Streit · United Spinal Association_ United Spinal Outdoor Working Group member Kim Harrison shares her triumphant 500-mile journey across Spain. The post What One Wheelchair User’s 500-Mile Camino Journey Teaches Us About Access and Advocacy appeared first on United Spinal Association . ## [Mississippi Chapter Helps Wheelchair Users Weather the Storm](https://unitedspinal.org/mississippi-chapter-helps-wheelchair-users-weather-the-storm/) _2026-05-20 · Shannon Kelly · United Spinal Association_ The Mississippi Chapter was on the frontlines providing support for people with disabilities, including many who had nowhere else to turn. The post Mississippi Chapter Helps Wheelchair Users Weather the Storm appeared first on United Spinal Association . ## [Adaptive technology equals independence for the disability community](https://unitedspinal.org/adaptive-technology-equals-independence-for-the-disability-community/) _2026-05-15 · Shannon Kelly · United Spinal Association_ Learn from our members about the adaptive tech they rely on and the way it enhances their daily lives. The post Adaptive technology equals independence for the disability community appeared first on United Spinal Association .