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Operation Back to School provides financial aid for veterans
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Operation Back to School returns for third year with financial aid for Indiana veterans. This program provides financial assistance to Indiana veteran families experiencing financial difficulty. It offers $500 per qualified dependent for back-to-school supplies and other school-related expenses. Those wanting to apply must provide multiple forms of documentation proving […]
Disciplinary grievance filed against Indiana AG Todd Rokita surrounding terminated pregnancy report comments
INDIANAPOLIS — An Indianapolis lawyer has filed a disciplinary grievance against Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita, claiming he violated his AG duties by calling the public to sue the Indiana Department of Health to inspect and copy terminated pregnancy reports. William Groth, a labor lawyer at Bowman & Vlink in Indianapolis, claims that as attorney […]
AHS Senior Named Miss Indiana Teen USA
Aleah Dean, 17, of Austin was recently named Miss Indiana Teen USA and will be competing for the national title next month in California. The local teen was first runner-up in the pageant last year. She will be a senior this fall at Austin High School and wants to expand her studies in the performing arts to achieve her dream as a Broadway ensemblist.
Traffic halted after vehicle overturns on US 36
DARKE COUNTY – On Thursday at approximately 10:06 AM Darke County Deputies along with Greenville Township Rescue, Greenville Township Fire and Greenville Police Department responded to US Route 36 East and Jaysville-St. Johns Road for a two-vehicle injury accident with one vehicle rolled over. Preliminary investigation revealed a red...
It’s time to Stuff a Bus
GREENVILLE — The Darke County United Way is once again having its annual Stuff A Bus school supply drive to collect school supplies and distribute them to all Darke County school districts for students in need. Items needed include: paper (wide and college-ruled), composition books, #2 pencils, blue and black pens, erasers, rulers, glue sticks, safety scissors, markers, washable markers, highlighters, post it notes, crayons in 16 or 24 packs, single subject notebooks, colored pencils, pocket folders, calculators, pencil sharpeners, pencil pouches/boxes, dry erase markers, backpacks, lunch boxes, ziplock bags, tissues, and/or antibacterial wipes.
City given $5M to help fund Pufferbelly Trail bridge over Coliseum Boulevard
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – Construction could start as soon as 2026 on a bridge expanding the Pufferbelly Trail over Coliseum Boulevard, thanks to a $5 million gift. Mayor Sharon Tucker made the announcement at a press conference Thursday morning. The funds were donated by the Vann Family Foundation,...
BBF Grantee Spotlight: Empowering Young Men and Strengthening Community Bonds in Muncie
MUNCIE, IN—Growing up on the streets of Muncie and struggling with alcohol abuse, Melvin Kelly, founder of Brothers to Brothers United (B2B), navigated many challenges. Now, he hopes his life story and vision for B2B can inspire change in the lives of young males in our community. B2B, a...
Fort Wayne man sentenced over 2022 motel raid that uncovered cocaine, fentanyl, gun
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – A Fort Wayne man was sentenced Wednesday on drug trafficking charges following a motel raid in 2022. A federal judge sentenced 43-year-old Tywan Church to 190 months in prison – nearly 16 years – which will be followed by 4 years of supervised release, according to a release from the U.S. Department of Justice.
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.
Ball State University Accepting Applications for 2024-25 Off-Campus Housing Self-Certification Program
Ball State University Accepting Applications for 2024-25 Off-Campus Housing Self-Certification Program. Ball State University is now accepting applications from landlords and property management companies to participate in the Off-Campus Quality Housing Initiative for the 2024-25 academic year. Introduced last year, this self-certification program for local property management companies and landlords...
In the Archives: 1984 TRF Raft Race among other classic events
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Three Rivers Festival. The name itself points toward Fort Wayne’s most iconic natural features: the St. Joseph, St. Marys and Maumee rivers. The event still fills up the space around the rivers and still utilizes the water for its aquatic scavenger hunt, “Pedal, Paddle, Play,” but the festival’s most iconic event has not been on the rivers in a decade.
Avilla officers recognized for service, life-saving efforts
AVILLA, Ind. (WANE) – The Avilla Police Department honored four of its officers during a town hall meeting Wednesday night. Deputy Marshall Matthew Brown received an award for his continued service through the department. Brown was recognized for his service to the schools, patrolling and keeping kids safe. “Kids...
17-year-old arrested for attempted murder in Fort Wayne
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WISH) — Officers with the Fort Wayne Police Department arrested a 17-year-old juvenile for attempted murder on Wednesday morning. At 11:04 a.m. Wednesday, Fort Wayne officers arrested a 17-year-old juvenile in connection to a shooting that occurred at 12:37 a.m. Sunday in the 4600 block of Glenmary Drive. That is a residential […]
Bickyard: NASCAR at Indianapolis Weekend Schedule, Race Start Time, TV/Streaming Info
This weekend NASCAR returns to running the oval at Indianapolis Motor Speedway after running the road course the last few years. Joining the Cup Series at the big track will be the Xfinity Series while the ARCA Menards and Craftsman Truck Series’ both race at Indianapolis Raceway Park. Below...
Addressing the compounding effects of chronic pain
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Chronic pain affects more than 20% of adults nationwide, which is higher than the rates of diabetes, depression, and high blood pressure, according to recent research. In response to the issue, IU Health is focusing on integrating nutrition into pain management strategies. Darien Harris, an ambulatory...
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