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Winning $4M Mega Millions ticket sold in Indiana
Someone bought a winning $4 million Mega Millions ticket in Indiana. The winning entry matched five numbers but missed the Mega Ball. The 4X Megaplier means the ticket is worth $4 million. Megaplier is an optional add-on available in some states that multiples a non-jackpot prize by a factor of 2, 3, 4 or 5 […]
Midwest Braces for Extreme Heatwave in Early August
Kansas City, MO – The Midwest is set to experience extreme heat in early August, with temperatures significantly above normal across the region. The US National Weather Service has issued a forecast predicting a widespread heatwave from August 1-7. According to the NWS, this heatwave will encompass much of the Midwest, pushing daytime highs into the upper 90s and low 100s.
Indiana Sports Hall of Fame sets eyes on shopping center in Irvington
INDIANAPOLIS — Football heroes, basketball legends and history-making race car drivers. Developers are working to bring something exciting for sports fanatics in the Hoosier state. The Indiana Sports Hall of Fame hopes to transform the Irvington Plaza on the east side into their home base. The shopping center has sat empty for several years, looking […]
DNR: A frog species that mysteriously disappeared from the Tri-State in the 1980s is back
A species of prairie-dwelling amphibians that disappeared from the Angel Mounds Historic Site a generation ago has been reintroduced there, Indiana state officials said this week. The crawfish frog, endangered in the Hoosier State, is back following an effort led by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and Angel Mounds. ...
American Heart Association honors local hospitals for heart attack and stroke care
ELKHART, Ind. -- Each year, the American Heart Association recognizes hospitals across the country for consistently following up-to-date, research-based guidelines to ensure all patients have access to lifesaving care. In Indiana, 43 hospitals were recognized this year, including a handful of local hospitals. More than 3,000 hospitals nationwide participate in...
MU 'Wasp Survey Project' Enters Second Year, Receives Community Foundation Grant
NORTH MANCHESTER - Manchester University's Wasp Survey Project has been awarded a grant from the Community Foundation of Wabash County. Funds from the award will support the training of MU Wasp Team members and the purchase of equipment and supplies for the team to use when collecting wasp, hornet and yellowjacket nests that pose hazards to community members.
United Way In Carroll County Meet & Mingle Event Set For Aug. 15
The United Way in Carroll County is hosting a meet and mingle event for the community of Carroll County to become more involved in the organization and learn more about the plans for 2024. The United Way in Carroll County meet and mingle event is set for Aug. 15 at...
Historical Society’s History in Making Contest
Area photographers are invited to enter the History in the Making Photo Contest, sponsored by the Huntington County Historical Society and Frederick’s Photography. Photos of people and sites in Huntington County can be entered in the contest. All photos submitted will become part of the permanent archives of the Huntington County Historical Society, where they will give future residents a glimpse of life in the Huntington County of today.
Huntington County Humane Society says they're "overflowing," urges community to adopt
HUNTINGTON, Ind. (WFFT) — The Huntington County Humane Society says they’re beyond their facility’s capacity and are “overflowing.”. The humane society announced on Facebook that they are urgently seeking people interested in adopting cats, dogs and kittens. Adoption fees at the shelter have been waived for...
9-year-old boy died after semi crashes into 3 cars, another semi on I-465
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A 9-year-old boy died in a crash that police say was due to a semitractor-trailer failing to slow down in backed-up, rush hour traffic Thursday on I-465 eastbound. Investigators think the semitractor-trailier struck three cars and another semi. Indiana State Police Sgt. John Perrine said in a news release that “multiple frantic […]
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