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North Miami FFA Dairy Judging Team will take talents overseas after earning Reserve National Champion honors at National FFA Convention

MIAMI COUNTY, IN- This summer, members of the North Miami FFA Dairy Judging Team will take their talents overseas after earning Reserve National Champion honors at the National FFA Convention. As a result of their success, the team has been invited to compete in international dairy judging competitions in Scotland and Ireland, while also touring … Read more

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week 2026 

INDIANAPOLIS- This week, National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week 2026, we proudly recognize the voices behind the badge — our dedicated dispatchers and telecommunicators who serve as the vital link between our communities and first responders. Every call answered could be someone’s worst moment… and the calm, steady voice brings clarity, direction, and hope when it’s … Read more

INDOT announces US 31 closure

HOWARD COUNTY, IN- The U.S. 31 northbound ramp to State Road 931 is scheduled to close on or after Friday, April 10, for concrete patching and bridge joint repairs.  One lane of U.S. 31 northbound will remain closed from C.R. 550 N. through the S.R. 931 interchange. All lanes and ramps are expected to remain … Read more

Braun suspends Indiana gas tax for 30 days

INDIANAPOLIS — This from fox59.com:  Indiana Gov. Mike Braun said he is suspending the Indiana gas tax for 30 days amid rising gas prices. “I’m taking action to provide relief on high gas prices,” Braun said. Braun called the suspension a “30-day holiday” that goes into effect “as quickly as we can get it out … Read more

Detectives investigating death of inmate at Miami Correctional Facility

MIAMI COUNTY, IN– On April 4, 2026, detectives from the Indiana State Police Criminal Investigations Division at the Peru Post initiated an investigation at the request of the Miami Correctional Facility into the death of inmate Shawn Booker, 50 years of age. Investigators are being assisted by the Miami County Coroner’s Office and Miami Correctional Facility … Read more

Certified nurse midwives bring OB/GYN experience and nurturing care to women across multiple counties

MARION, IN– Women’s diverse health needs require specialized care and sensitivity.Parkview Physicians Group (PPG) – OB/GYN has assembled a team of certified nurse midwives whobring that compassionate care to communities across the region, including Grant and Huntingtoncounties. Nurse midwives are specially trained to guide women in taking care of their well-being throughoutmultiple life stages. Collaborating … Read more