Peru downtown building renovation

Plans to renovate a downtown Peru building are moving forward, despite its poor condition. Jason McClure of McClure’s Orchard said he has received state approval for his plans for the property at 20 East 5th Street.  He

More news in the lawsuit filed by the city of Marion in the case of the former YMCA. According to the Chronicle Tribune, a judge has ruled that London Witte is responsible for paying just over 25

Senator Braun’s Mobile Office Visits

The mobile office of U.S. Senator Mike Braun will be making stops in the area over the next few days. This morning from 10am until noon, Braun staffers will be at the Fairmount Town Hall conference room. 

Leffler Academy coming

Inlaws and Outlaws Gunshop and Range has announced plans to build a 5 unit strip mall. Inlaws and Outlaws owner Miles Leffler says the mall will initially house the Leffler Academy.  The purpose of the academy is

Historic Muncie Fieldhouse Could Re-open This Fall

One of Indiana’s historic high school gymnasiums could reopen this fall. Back in November 2017 a severe storm caused major damages to the Muncie Fieldhouse. The district is spending $1.8 million from insurance to restore the 91

Elwood Fire Chief Demoted by the City’s Mayor

Elwood’s Fire Chief has been demoted, after he was seen using his department vehicle out-of-state last week. Chief Brad Compton was spotted using his department vehicle in Illinois last week. Elwood Mayor Todd Jones received an email

VA2K Walk + Roll This Wednesday

This Wednesday, VA Northern Indiana will host the VA2K Walk and Roll event at a number of locations, including the Marion VA Medical Center, and the Muncie and Peru outpatient clinics. This free event focuses on helping