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Administrative Assistant Celebrates 50 Years At Manchester University
NORTH MANCHESTER - Jill Biehl, administrative assistant for admissions, celebrated her 50th anniversary working at Manchester University on Monday, July 15. Biehl arrived at Manchester in 1974, after her sister, who already worked on campus, dropped her resume off in the admissions office. She has worked in MU admissions in various capacities ever since, according to a news release from Manchester University.
Council could get DORA ordinance in August
The Wabash City Council could get a revised Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area as early as its first meeting in August. That was the word Tuesday night, July 9, from Mayor Scott Long during a public meeting on the DORA project. The meeting, which drew about 60 people to the Eagles...
Roann celebrates 4th in style
Celebrating our country birthday was huge success in Roann. It started with Breakfast in the Bridge:. The Roann Covered Bridge Association was blessed with beautiful weather; therefore, the attendees were not able to fully appreciate the new roof on the bridge. The Association would like to thank all of those who came for Pancakes and Sausage on the Bridge, and the wonderful volunteers who helped make it a successful breakfast on July 6. Please join us again on September 7 for Pancakes and Sausage on the Bridge. They served around 400 (give or take a few). Do not know if that is a record but it has to be close. The next project is painting the bridge.
Cass County Police Investigate Assaults on Logansport Trail
Logansport, IN – Authorities are investigating two assaults that occurred at Houston Park along the trail path on Wednesday. Police are seeking public assistance in identifying a person of interest believed to be involved in both incidents. According to the Logansport Police Department, the first assault took place around...
Police investigating shooting on Fort Wayne’s east side Thursday night
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A police investigation is happening on Fort Wayne’s east side Thursday night. Police confirm with 21Alive that they are investigating a shooting that happened in the 4600 Block of East Washington Boulevard, near South Coliseum Boulevard, around 9:15 p.m. A 21Alive team member saw...
Fort Wayne Urban League launches initiative to improve teen encounters with police
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – The Fort Wayne Urban League hosted a press conference Thursday to announce their initiative titled “Mothers for the Movement, Every Child Home Alive”. The initiative is working to develop training and language to educate youth about proper protocols when interacting with police...
Fort Wayne man found guilty in brother’s February slaying
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Jurors found a 19-year-old Fort Wayne man guilty of the February murder of his brother Thursday afternoon. COURT DOCS: Man accused of fatally shooting, stabbing man last month was his brother. Leland Hairston was found guilty of murder in connection to the death of his...
‘A Carpenter’s Prayer’ Feature Film Coming to Theaters
A Carpenter’s Prayer, formerly known as Wayfaring Stranger, is the first feature film from Huntington University and Forester Film LLC — and it could be coming to a movie theater near you! The film's distributor is making arrangements for showings in theaters around the United States, and they want to hear from you about where the film should go next. Learn more about how to request to see A Carpenter’s Prayer in your local theater here (use the "demand" form to submit your zip code). If you haven't had a chance to see this film yet, now is an excellent chance to bring it directly to your community.
Man sentenced after distributing heroin, cocaine to law enforcement officers
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — The United States Department of Justice was sentenced to 78 months in prison after distributing heroin, cocaine and other drugs to law enforcement officers. Gustavo Adolfo Calderon Martinez, a 28-year-old citizen of Mexico, was sentenced by the United States District Court Chief Judge Holly...
Backroads Distilling Company opening later this fall at Country Heritage Winery
LAOTTO, Ind. (WANE) — An opening is in sight for the new distillery on the grounds of Country Heritage Winery, the name also revealed. Backroads Distilling Company aims to be built on tradition and crafted from the freshest ingredients harvested from the family farm, according to a press release from Country Heritage.
Child May Have Unknowingly Distributed THC Gummies in Fort Wayne
FORT WAYNE, Ind.–The YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne says a child attending a Camp Harris field trip on July 12 may have “unknowingly distributed” THC gummies to other campers. They also say that once staff members learned about the situation, they notified the parents and Fort Wayne Police. Both the police and the YMCA say […] The post Child May Have Unknowingly Distributed THC Gummies in Fort Wayne appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
MCDONALD'S: Fundraiser for couple killed in crash to be held Friday
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - This Friday, McDonald’s on South Anthony Boulevard in Fort Wayne will host a heartfelt fundraiser in memory of Mayra Vivar and Fernando Pizano, who tragically lost their lives in a recent car crash. From 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., McDonald’s will donate 15% of...
‘She saved our lives’: Woman Credits Rescue Dog for Alerting Her to Dangerous Carbon Monoxide Levels
A woman who rescued a dog from a shelter was amazed and overwhelmed to learn that the Siberian husky returned the favor. Samantha Griffen might have died before the carbon monoxide detector even went off, but the husky, Luna, had other ideas. Moving into a new house on 54th and...
What banks in Louisville, southern Indiana are impacted by global CrowdStrike outage?
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — If you're having trouble accessing your bank's wallet on Friday, you aren't alone. Users of several banks across the country, including in Kentucky and southern Indiana, are reporting issues amid a global technology outage that has grounds flights and impacted local hospitals. The outage has been...
Marion County becomes majority non-white
But non-white population increases aren't the biggest factor in the new designation for Marion County, per Census Bureau data. The post Marion County becomes majority non-white appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Buehler and Gosnell Leads Winners Muncie Dragway Moser Trip 12’s
Tom Buehler and Zack Gosnell picked up $12K main event wins at the Moser Engineering Trip 12’s, presented by May Race Carbs at Muncie Dragway. ALBANY, IN- Muncie Dragway held their Moser Engineering Trip 12’s, presented by May Race Carbs, on July 12-14, 2024. This event featured three $12,000-to-win main events, along with a $1,000-to-win Mayes Powder Coating No Box Bonus. Additionally, there were several shootouts: the Thursday Super 64 Shootout, Friday Super 64 Shootout, Steve Dillman Memorial Shootout, and the Mini Steve Dillman Memorial Shootout. Junior Dragster racers were also invited to join in the fun, competing for $1,000 on both Saturday and Sunday.
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