USDA: Indiana catching up on planting
Progress. That’s what the latest crop report from the USDA shows. Last week, almost a third of the corn had been planted. As of June 9th, about two-thirds of the corn has been planted. Only 17 percent
Police honor girls who raised thousands for them
The police departments in Fortville and New Palestine are honoring the girl who raised thousands of dollars for them. Addison Brown, 11, raised more than $6,200 with the help of her sister, Stacy. The Fortville and New
Gas City seeks high speed internet
On Monday the Gas City Redevelopment Commission approved a $50,000 match for the installation of high speed internet, should a $300,000 state grant be won. The commission believes the improved technology will help businesses on the east
Police: Marion pedestrian hit and killed
A pedestrian was hit and killed by a vehicle at Spencer and Baldwin avenues in Marion. At around 10:30 yesterday morning 85-year-old Albert Mayforth advised that he was going to the grocery store. In the process of
Healthy gift ideas for dad
If you’re still looking for a Father’s Day gift for Dad, there are some healthy options you can consider. The number one killer for men is cardiovascular disease, says Community Health Dietitian Kaitlyn Wong. She says the
Parkview Field again named ‘Best Single-A Ballpark’
For the third time in the last four years, Parkview Field has been named Ballpark Digest’s “Best Single-A Ballpark” in the country. The Fort Wayne Tincaps, a minor league affiliate of the San Diego Padres, has called
Mascot Hall of Fame announces inductees
Giant fuzzy gorillas, badgers, birds, and whatever the Phillie Phanatic is descend on northwest Indiana this weekend. The Mascot Hall of Fame in Whiting will induct the newest group of Hall of Famers — the mascots of
Metallica draws 75,000 fans in Ireland
Metallica’s return to Ireland for the first time in a decade was met by 75,000 fans when the band played Slane Castle in Meath. Metallica’s production manager said it took 45 trucks and 36 hours of non-stop
Star Press: FBI indicts Muncie man
The Star Press reports that a Muncie businessman has been indicted by an FBI investigation of Mayor Dennis Tyler’s administration and the Muncie Sanitary District. The FBI indicted 51-year-old Rodney Barber on counts of wire fraud, conspiracy
Indiana furthest behind in nation for planting corn
Indiana is the furthest behind out of every state in corn planting progress this season. Only 31 percent of Indiana’s corn has been planted, according to the USDA. Ohio is also far behind with only 33 percent