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Indiana State Police Participating in “Best Looking Cruiser Contest”
STATEWIDE–Indiana State Police are participating in a “Best Looking Cruiser Contest”. Leaders of it say it began as a friendly competition between state agencies as a fun way to allow community support and interaction with law enforcement in a positive manner. State Police submitted a photo taken in Indianapolis during the solar eclipse this past […] The post Indiana State Police Participating in “Best Looking Cruiser Contest” appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Dollar General Reaches $12 Million Settlement with Department of Labor, Must Implement New Safety Practices
NATIONAL — The Department of Labor and Dollar General agreed to a settlement earlier this month that would require the store to increase their safety investment in stores nationwide. Dollar General agreed to pay $12 million in penalties and implement changes across its 19,000 stores that would make the safety of its employees a priority. […] The post Dollar General Reaches $12 Million Settlement with Department of Labor, Must Implement New Safety Practices appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Indiana’s Favorite Department Store bucks the national trend
I wear the same 5 to 6 outfits every week. I haven’t spent a lot of time or money recently shopping at a department store for new clothes due to inflation on everything. However, if I were to go shopping, I would be in good company if I selected this store… Top Department Stores in […] The post Indiana’s Favorite Department Store bucks the national trend appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Big Lots Shutting Down Stores Amid Financial Uncertainty
Big Lots is planning to shutter around 40 stores as the company opens up about their ability to continue. I've been shopping at Big Lots for as long as I can remember. As a kid, I could spend hours in the toy aisle, and even as a teenager, I spent quite a bit of time thumbing through the DVD and Blu-ray selections. My wife and I still shop at Big Lots on a regular basis today. It's safe to say that it's one of my all-time favorite stores. Need groceries? Done. Kitchenware? Easy. How about some furniture? They've got all kinds of options out on the floor.
Cucumbers sold at Midwestern Walmart stores recalled for possible listeria
Some cucumbers sold at select Walmart stores in the Midwest are being recalled due to possible listeria contamination, a press release from the Federal Food and Drug Administration said. The voluntary recall, from Wiers Farms Inc. based in Ohio, impacts whole and two-pound bagged salad cucumbers with a pack date...
IBLC makes stop in Fort Wayne for a town hall, seeks community input
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — The public is invited to a town hall meeting on Saturday hosted by the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus. From noon to 2 p.m., the meeting will take place at the Allen County Public Library’s meeting room A/B, 900 Library Plaza. IBLC will discuss...
‘We’re not writing checks:’ Commissioners respond to TRAA allegations, mismanagement
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — In the aftermath of three members of Fort Wayne City Council calling out the Allen County Board of Commissioners for their alleged lack of action regarding the Three Rivers Ambulance Authority’s (TRAA) ongoing woes, one county commissioner spoke out against many of the comments he deemed as “not accurate,” shortly after the comments were made on Thursday.
‘Lives are being endangered’: FW city councilmen call out Allen County Commissioners over EMS woes
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — A feud between Fort Wayne City Council and Allen County Board of Commissioners has boiled over, and the hot water of conflict now stains the pages of a local newspaper and the halls of Citizens Square. Three members of Fort Wayne City Council —...
DeKalb County crash leaves two dead
WATERLOO, Ind. (WFFT) — A Friday afternoon crash left two people dead. Dennis Corolla, 55, of New Albany was driving a 2020 Jeep Wrangler southbound on I-69 near mile marker 336, between U.S. 6 and C.R. 10. The driver left the road for an unknown reason around 1 p.m.
Opportunity Knocks - Community Loan Center (CLC) with Brightpoint
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Brightpoint is a non-profit organization working to help communities, families, and individuals remove the causes and conditions of poverty. The INsight team was visited by Matthew Crouch, VP of Community Economic Development at Brightpoint to share with us about the Community Loan Center (CLC). For...
Mayor Tucker announces $5 million gift for Coliseum footbridge
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WOWO) – Mayor Sharon Tucker announced Thursday that the City of Fort Wayne has received a $5 million gift to assist in the funding of a future bridge crossing over Coliseum Boulevard that is planned to be constructed as part of the Pufferbelly Trail. The Vann...
‘RV Component Exposition’ Set for Oct. in Shipshewana
SHIPSHEWANA, Ind. – The RV Component Exposition, a premier event designed to connect RV component suppliers and the original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of the RV industry, will be held at the Michiana Event Center (MEC) on Oct. 23-25, 2024. The MEC is located at 455 E Farver St., Shipshewana, IN 46565.
Yes, Indianapolis was hit by CrowdStrike's global Microsoft Windows outage. What we know
A global technology outage is disrupting hospitals, banks and companies worldwide Friday morning, and is not sparing Indiana. AES Indiana customers woke up to discover they were unable to pay their bills due to the outage. The cybersecurity company CrowdStrike said the problem arose from a defect found in a single content update...
Madcap Puppets delight children at Brumback Library
VAN WERT—The Brumback Library was abuzz with excitement on Friday as Madcap Puppets took the stage, providing a delightful and engaging performance for local children. Library Director Nellie Schmidt says programs like this are important for the kids.
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