INDIANA — To protect the lives of motorists and construction workers across the Hoosier State, INDOT announces the official launch of Indiana Safe Zones, a five-year worksite speed control pilot program authorized by House Enrolled Act 1015 during the 2023 legislative session. Starting Wednesday, Aug. 14, camera technology will be deployed in the current I-70 construction … Read more
MIAMI COUNTY, IN- The Boomerang Sisterhood, Miami County’s Women’s Giving Circle, has granted nearly $70,000 to charitable organizations working to improve the quality of life in our community. Organizations like the Miami County United Way, the Circus Hall of Fame, and The Nickel Plate Trail are just a few examples of the 66 grants made … Read more
PERU, IN- The Peru Fire Department would like to congratulate Firefighter Herb Hunt on his retirement from PFD and recent appointment to Miami County EMA Director. Herb Hunt joined PFD on March 2nd, 2003. During his career, he obtained many certifications and was assigned to station 2 for the last several years. Herb has a … Read more
Kokomo, IN- On July 8, 2024, the Kokomo City Police Department requested the Indiana State Police investigate an alleged sexual assault that occurred involving a juvenile and a probationary officer with the Kokomo City Police Department. A detective from the ISP Peru Post was assigned to investigate the complaint. In mid-July, that investigation was completed, … Read more
PERU, IN- On July 18, 2024, twenty-one new troopers graduated from the 85th Indiana State Police Recruit Academy after completing a journey of 24 weeks of intense training. The recruits received over 600 hours of classroom instruction and nearly 400 hours of hands-on practical scenario-based training. Some training areas included criminal and traffic law, crash … Read more
Wabash, IN – Series packages are on sale now for the 2024-25 Wabash Valley Music Association (WVMA) Series, a five-showlive performance series at the Honeywell Center. An offering of Honeywell Arts & Entertainment, the WVMA Series features avariety of vocal, instrumental, and Broadway performances.Series packages are available for the 2024-25 Wabash Valley Music Association (WVMA) … Read more
This from fox59.com: CASS COUNTY, IN — A Wabash man was seriously injured after being ejected after a Friday morning crash in Cass County, according to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office. At around 1:42 a.m. on Friday, deputies with the office responded to a single vehicle crash near County Road 500 East and U.S. 35, … Read more
Wabash County, IN– The Wabash County community is invited to join Grow Wabash County in the town of Lagro to help celebrate the grand openings of two new businesses on Friday, August 9.The two businesses, Geronimo and River Hippie, will be welcomed into the Wabash County business community with back-to-back ribbon cutting ceremonies.“We are thrilled … Read more
ANDREWS, IN- Preschool-age children and their adults are invited to Salamonie Preschool’s “S is for Slimy & Scaly” on Aug. 15. Learn the difference between reptiles and amphibians. Children ages 2 – 5 and their adults are welcome to attend the class from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. at Salamonie Interpretive Center located in Lost … Read more
Fort Wayne, IN- Twelve Parkview Health nurses were recognized this spring by The DAISY Foundation for extraordinary nursing.The DAISY Foundation was founded in memory of Patrick Barnes, a 33-year-old man who spent eight weeks in a hospital being treated for an autoimmune disorder. During his stay, Barnes received excellent nursingcare, and, in his memory, his … Read more