LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Deal done for Pioneer Cemetery
More than three years since the Portland Pioneer Cemetery was re-discovered, the land is finally back under county ownership.
Generator will cost $8,900
The Jay County Highway Department is planning to make use of the old generator from the Jay County Jail, but it will take about $8,900 to make it work.
FCC set to expand
A local manufacturer plans to invest $19 million in new equipment for new vehicles.
Truck will be repaired
An insurance payout will allow the county to repair a surveyor’s department truck damaged by a tornado in the Bryant area.
Work nearly done
A project designed to improve drainage and separate sewers on Portland’s southeast side is nearly wrapped up and will cost less than expected.
River quality review
Jay County Commissioners reviewed a water quality report for the Salamonie River that showed several instances of pollutants above the acceptable limits in the county.
Two named to Redkey Town Board
REDKEY — In a split vote, Democratic Party leaders have chosen Kyle Champ and Joe Johnson to join the town council.
Park plans pushed back
Members of a local board have pushed back the opening ceremony for Hudson Family Park and approved fees for usage of park facilities.
Closing in on a deal
The Jay County Commissioners are closing in on a deal that will return land containing the forgotten Portland Pioneer Cemetery to the county’s ownership.
County picks gas engine for ambulance
After 23 years of diesel engines, the county is going back to gasoline when it purchases a new ambulance chassis.
Four seek Dem nod in Dunkirk
Four Democrats are vying for their party’s nomination for clerk-treasurer in Dunkirk.
Hunt takes more duties in Dunkirk
DUNKIRK — He may have lost his bid for a second term, but that’s not stopping Mayor Ron Hunt from decisive — and controversial — actions.
Salamonie water quality targeted
The Jay County Commissioners pledged support to aid in a grant application that would allow for water quality testing on the Salamonie River.
Sewer rates hiked
BRYANT — An increase in sewer rates was approved Tuesday to help the town fund its portion of a planned $750,000 sewer project.
Createc setback variance OK'd
A local industry has been given the nod to move forward with an addition to its building.
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