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Irish “mayor” intermingled with Ohio counterparts
CONVOY—Ray Bonar, in making a presentation about his Irish community at the Convoy Opera House on Friday afternoon referred to his fellow Irishman (and Ohio visitor) Liam Mailey as the “equivalent of a mayor in the United States.”. “He is the chairman of the Convoy Community and Environmental...
Fort Wayne Trails debuts accessible trails map
Fort Wayne Trails announced a partnership with AWS Foundation last week to create accessible trail maps, ensuring everyone can more easily navigate the Allen County trails, regardless of age or ability. The maps divide the county in four quadrants, providing detailed information about the trails in that area. They also...
Indiana Pathways for Aging: Get help taking care of a loved one
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield are dedicated to improving physical health and the factors that affect it, like behavior and social conditions. They offer a variety of Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial health plans for people at all stages of life. Their goal is to help individuals and communities make positive health changes with plans […]
Public encouraged to attend regional roundtable on early childhood education and development
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - The City of Lima will be hosting a regional roundtable event focusing on early childhood education and development. Groundwork Ohio, a non-partisan public policy research and advocacy organization, will be in town next week for a "Roadshow Listening Tour" at the Lima Public Library. Lima Mayor...
Saharan dust and it's impacts on the tropics
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- In recent weeks, meteorologists have been closely monitoring the Saharan dust levels drifting across the Atlantic Ocean. This annual phenomenon, known as the Saharan Air Layer (SAL), plays a crucial role in shaping weather patterns and, notably, can significantly influence tropical activity. The Saharan dust originates...
Eight individuals appeared for arraignment
GREENVILLE — Eight individuals appeared for arraignment Thursday in the Darke County Common Pleas Court. Judge Travis L. Fliehman presided. Bobby S. Hicks, 32, of Gettysburg entered a not guilty plea to both count one: aggravated possession of drugs, a felony of the first degree and count two: tampering with evidence, a felony of the third degree. If found guilty, Hicks faces nine months up to 19 1/2 years and a $30,000 fine. Defense Attorney Randall Breaden entered a not guilty plea for his client, and it was agreed that the $50,000 bond that Hicks posted would be continued. Her next court date is scheduled for Aug. 23rd.
Kennedy's Kitchen brings Irish tradition to Dayton Celtic Festival
Kennedy's Kitchen, a traditional Irish music group based in South Bend, Indiana, is set to perform at the Dayton Celtic Festival on Sunday, July 28, on the WDTN Traditional Stage from 12:00-1:20pm. John Kennedy, a founding member of the band, recently spoke with Cindy Funk, host of Dear Green Place on WYSO, about the group’s musical approach and upcoming performance.
Greenville’s stadium, outdoor athletic facility update
After two months of working with insurance carriers and adjusters as well as electrical, structural, and astroturf engineers related to our recent tornado damages to our stadium, tennis courts, surrounding outdoor athletic fencing, and two dugouts, we are now expecting a settlement determination and the beginning of processing the allowable funding checks from the insurance adjuster to begin the repairs this week.
Family Carnival coming to Warsaw
WARSAW, Ind. -- Warsaw Parks and Recreation will hold a Family Carnival on Friday, July 26, from 6 to 9 p.m. The carnival is a cash only event. There is no entry fee and wristbands are $10 and tickets are 25 cents each. Organizers invite you to join them for...
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.
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...
Apartment applications now open for The Pearl
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Those looking for a downtown apartment now have a new option at The Pearl. The Pearl will feature 76 apartments, five live-work units, almost 13,000 square feet of commercial space and a 300-person event space. A target move-in date has been set for mid to late September.
New Pufferbelly bridge planned for Glenbook area gets $5 million and a new name
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — Additions to the Pufferbelly Trail are on the horizon as the city announces plans for a new pedestrian bridge crossing over Coliseum Boulevard. Construction is expected to begin as soon as 2026. Renderings show that the bridge will be located on the west side...
School board candidate removed from ballot over 'MAGA' nickname
The St. Joseph County Election Board voted 2-0 Thursday to rule in favor of a challenge against school board candidate Ben Dallas because he tried to use the nickname “MAGA” on the November ballot. The vote takes Dallas off this fall’s ballot. ...
Apartments with past-due water bills tied to man accused of stealing tenants’ water payments in Indiana
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - An apartment complex that recently had its water shut off for nonpayment in Jackson is owned by the same man facing charges for embezzling some $1.7 million in renters’ water payments in Indiana. Earlier this month, JXN Water temporarily suspended water service for the Gardenside...
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