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Echo Canyon Trail is now open at McCormick’s Creek State Park
SPENCER – Echo Canyon Trail, an addition to McCormick’s Creek State Park’s trail system, is now open. The new trail, adjacent to the park’s Centennial Shelter, is a short loop with a natural, firm, and stable surface and gradual slopes. It allows guests with limited mobility to enjoy views of Echo Canyon.
Greenwood Unveils Comprehensive Plan for Future Growth, Balancing Modernization with Historic Charm
On Wednesday, the people of Greenwood were provided with an opportunity to shape the future of their city, as officials showcased a draft of the new comprehensive plan aimed to guide its growth over the next few decades. The unveiling of this plan marks a significant step in the city's journey to balance modernization with the inherent charm of its historic areas, like Main Street.
Four-star forward Brady Koehler is down to five schools
Brady Koehler, the No. 65 overall prospect in the class of 2025 is now down to five schools. The 6-8,180 pound forward from Indianapolis, Indiana is down to Iowa, Notre Dame, Northwestern, Virginia Tech, and Wake Forest. "The reason those 5 made the top 5 is because it came down...
New Illinois Law Requires Weather Radios In Certain Homes
It's been a rough tornado season and a new Illinois law is taking aim at that. We can all agree it's been a messy summer. In the Chicago area alone last week, there were 33 tornadoes, compared to their usual 5 or 6 per year. With the derecho that moved through last week, 5 tornadoes rolled through the QCA. In Iowa, May was ridiculous. We average 11 tornadoes in May. But this year, we had over 80 tornadoes in May alone.
IL representatives propose MINES Act for coal mine collapse accountability
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WCIA) — A bipartisan proposal has been brought forth by Illinois U.S. Representatives to unveil the federal government’s efforts towards preventing coal mine collapses. The Monitoring, Investigating, Navigating and Explaining Subsidence (MINES) Act was brought forth by Representatives Nikki Budzinski (D-IL-13) and Mike Bost (R-IL-12), as well as Alex Mooney (R-WV-02) and Matt […]
IL FOP: Sean Grayson fired ‘without just cause’, files grievance
SANGAMON COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — The Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council filed a grievance saying the deputy that shot Sonya Massey in the face was terminated “without just cause.” Sean Grayson shot 36-year-old Sonya Massey in the head while responding to a call at her home. Grayson was charged with first-degree murder earlier this month. […]
Arts Commission invests in Lubeznik Center for the Arts to strengthen Michigan City through arts and creativity
Yesterday, the Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) announced it has awarded $18,215 to Lubeznik Center for the Arts (LCA) through the Arts Organization Support grant program. During its June 14 Quarterly Business Meeting, the Commission approved funding recommendations for the Arts Project Support and Arts Organization Support grant programs. Between the two grant programs, 338 organizations in 77 Indiana counties are receiving funding.
Road diet coming to Willow street
Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) officials heard public comment on a proposed road diet for State Road 441 in Vincennes on Thursday. Several turned out to hear the plan and voice concerns. A road diet typically involves converting an existing four-lane undivided roadway to a three-lane roadway consisting of two...
Cucumbers and other vegetables sold at these Indiana stores recalled for listeria risk
If you recently stocked up on vegetables, some may have a risk of listeria contamination. Here's what you need to know if you shopped in Indiana stores. Cucumbers, other vegetables recalled ...
Congress tries again to reclassify 911 dispatchers as first responders
NOBLESVILLE, Ind. (WISH) — A federal bill is being considered in the House to reclassify 911 dispatchers as first responders, a proposal that lawmakers have decided against in the past. Currently, dispatchers are classified as clerks by federal labor laws. Mike Hubbs, the director of Hamilton County Public Safety Communications, said the classification creates logistical […]
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