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'Compete, compete, compete at a high level.' Teague looks to keep building Pike in second season
It is probably safe to assume there has not been a high school basketball coach in Indiana with Jeff Teague’s resume. “It’s just us playing around,” Teague said of the podcast, which he started with DJ Wells and Brandon Hendricks in early 2023. “It’s nothing serious but I have a good time doing it. It keeps me busy and something I enjoy doing. We felt like people would like it and felt like they would enjoy the...
BMV set to close Indianapolis Madison Ave. branch
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles announced on Wednesday that the Indianapolis Madison Ave. branch will close on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024. “The decision to close Madison Ave. came after a thorough review of feedback received from area residents, as well as an assessment of branch activity over the past several years,” said BMV Commissioner Joe B. Hoage.
Steuben County Judicial Center officially open for business
ANGOLA, IN (WTVB) – The new Steuben County Justice Center officially opened for business on Monday. The modern three story building was built across the street from the Steuben County Community Center and it replaces the historic 155-year-old Steuben County Courthouse for judicial matters. The old courthouse opened in...
Indiana Silver Alert canceled for 74-year-old man missing from South Bend
LATEST: The Indiana Silver Alert for William Casey has been canceled. The South Bend Police Department said in a Facebook post that he was found safe. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WISH) — The South Bend Police Department is seeking the public’s help locating a 74-year-old man missing from South Bend since Tuesday. William Casey was described […]
As Indiana seeks to resume lethal injections, 2 Evansville-area men sit on death row
EVANSVILLE – After a 15-year pause, Indiana plans to resume lethal injections – but there’s no word on when the eight convicted killers on death row, including two Southern Indiana men, may have their sentences carried out. Erin Murphy, a spokeswoman for Gov. Eric Holcomb, declined to tell the Courier & Press where the state will get the pentobarbital it plans to use to kill people, saying it’s confidential information under state law. And when asked if...
Urbana City Council discusses energy supply, traffic resolutions
The Urbana City Council met on Monday for its weekly meeting, which began with public input and was followed by focusing on a number of resolutions. The first resolution proposed was support for an Illinois Community Development Block Coronavirus grant. Illinois has received $15 million from the Community Development Block...
51-year-old woman ID’d as victim in crash near Jefferson Pointe
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WOWO) – The coroner has identified the victim in Monday’s fatal accident on Jefferson Blvd. 51-year-old Kelly Barnhart, of Fort Wayne, died after crashing around 1:40 a.m. The cause of death is blunt force injury. Barnhart is the 16th motor vehicle fatality in Allen County...
Few spotty rain showers possible for your Wednesday
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (21Alive) - A few communities across 21Country are having their Independence Day fireworks displays today. Will the rain showers play any role in outdoor plans? First Alert Meteorologist Caleb Saylor lets you know.
Lutheran Life Villages is getting a new transport bus
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — A new transport bus is coming to Lutheran Life Villages. The organization recently ended their 2024 Transportation Fundraising Campaign. With a goal of $130,000, Lutheran Life Villages was able to gather over $100,000 from donors and employees. The organization’s Board of Directors finished the...
Road maintenance on I-469 closes lane
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — I-469 is experiencing lane closures south of the Fort Wayne International Airport. Road maintenance on I-469 eastbound has blocked off the right lane between I-69 and Indianapolis Road. The lane is expected to reopen at noon.
Fort Wayne Ranks Among Cities with Lowest Increase in Credit Card Delinquency
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WOWO) – Fort Wayne is one of the top cities in the nation for paying their credit cards bills on time. The Summit City stands out as a city where residents are managing their credit card payments effectively, according to a new report from WalletHub. ....
Family of 4-year-old girl meets organ recipient from New York
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A 4-year-old girl from Fort Wayne tragically died after she was found unresponsive in an Evansville apartment. 21Alive reporter Emilia Miles found out she donated her organs and the recipient of her kidneys found her family on social media. An honor walk was held for...
Community members express concern over proposed 'Project Zodiac'
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A new Google data center is coming to Fort Wayne, and the Indiana Department of Environmental Management held a public meeting Monday night to answer questions regarding the plans, known as “Project Zodiac.”. BACKGROUND: City Council approves 50% tax break for unnamed ‘Project Zodiac’...
Fort Wayne teacher reacts to start of reading proficiency law
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE)— One of the dozens of new Indiana laws to go into effect on July 1 was Senate Bill 1, or the “Every Child Learns to Read Bill.”. Senate Bill 1 was a top priority during the 2024 legislative session, but it was met with some controversy, especially from Hoosier educators.
Veterans invited to find a new sport hobby through Turnstone's MWR event
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) - Veterans searching for athletic opportunities have a pathway paved through Turnstone. Turnstone Center's My Wellness and Recreation (MWR) event for Veterans is approaching in the coming week. The July 13th event aims to provide an introduction for veterans to have a chance to play sports,...
Former Chief of Police to celebrate his 100th birthday
FORT WAYNE, Indiana (WFFT) -- This year, July 8th is more than just a Monday. Mayor Sharon Tucker has declared it “Albert Bragalone Day”. Former Fort Wayne Chief of Police Albert “Abe” Bragalone is celebrating his 100th birthday at Lutheran Life Village’s The Village at Pine Valley Assisted Living, 11430 Coldwater Road, on July 8th at 1:30 p.m.
FWFD reminds community of fireworks safety
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — The Fort Wayne Fire Department (FWFD) encourages residents to practice fireworks safety as they celebrate Independence Day. The department provided a list of precautions individuals and families can take to ensure they properly handle fireworks this Fourth of July. Children could be at risk...
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