Gov. Holcomb announces new appointments list

Governor Eric J. Holcomb has announced several new appointments and re-appointments to various state boards, commissions, and task forces. Board of Registration for Soil Scientists The Governor made four new appointments to the board, who will serve

I&M and Duke look to hike energy costs

Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) and Duke Energy want to raise energy rates. I&M customers will have the chance to make their voices heard about the proposal at a meeting in two weeks. If approved, the request would

Marion to host ‘National Night Out’

The City of Marion’s Neighborhood Associations are joining together to celebrate National Night Out on Aug. 6. The citywide event will be complete with live music, food, demonstrations, activities and prizes to promote neighborhood beautification. Neighborhood Association

Muncie experiences power outtage

After last night’s thunderstorm more than 2,700 Muncie residents were without power, according to The Star Press. The most heavily impacted area was north of McGalliard Road and west of Wheeling Avenue. The Star Press reports that

FDA recalls some Trader Joe’s vegetables

The FDA has recalled some Trader Joe’s vegetable products in Indiana over risk of Listeria. Trader Joe’s 10.5 oz sizes of butternut squash spirals and its zucchini spirals, which have a sell by day of June 27

Jo Messner to replace Allen Elementary principal

Marion Community Schools has announced that Jo Messner is stepping into the role of principal at Allen Elementary School. Messner has served as assistant principal at Allen Elementary for three years, serving under the leadership of former

Howard Co. chief public defender put on probation

Howard County’s chief public defender has been placed on 18 months of professional probation by the Indiana Supreme Court, according to The Kokomo Tribune. The Tribune reports the cause of Steve Raquet’s probation relates to money mismanagement

Next call for Community Crossings grants open

Gov. Eric J. Holcomb announced the next call for projects is open in the Community Crossings grant program for shovel-ready local road construction projects. Community Crossings is part of Gov. Holcomb’s Next Level Roads program, a 20-year,