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Indiana man arrested for allegedly planning abduction of teen in Appomattox Co.
APPOMATTOX COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) — The Appomattox County Sheriff’s Office reports a 19-year-old from Indiana was arrested after allegedly planning to kidnap a minor on Monday, July 15. According to the sheriff, a deputy with the department encountered a suspicious vehicle at a local church parking lot at...
YMCA gets granted!
The Decatur County Community Foundation recently awarded its second capital campaign check since. beginning its capital campaign grant process in 2023. The Decatur County Family YMCA was the recipient of a $50,000 grant to assist with roof repairs. The Y’s. current roof is deteriorating from the inside out, resulting...
Former Teacher Arrested by Greenfield and Fortville Police
GREENFIELD, Ind.–A former teacher at Mt. Vernon School Corporation and New Palestine School Corporation is accused of providing drugs and alcohol to students. Brock Wedgeworth, a 45-year-old resident of Fortville, was arrested Thursday morning by the Greenfield Police Department and Fortville Police Department detectives. Greenfield Deputy Police Chief Charles McMichael says they had been investigating […] The post Former Teacher Arrested by Greenfield and Fortville Police appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Indiana Silver Alert
The Greensburg Police Department is investigating the disappearance of Mia Wilson, a 19 year old Asian Female, 5 feet 2 inches tall, 136 pounds, brown hair with brown eyes, last seen wearing a pink top, black skirt, and blue and green Nike shoes. Mia is missing from Greensburg, Indiana which...
Freedom Springs hosts Adults Only Night
GREENWOOD, Ind. – Adults Only Night at Freedom Springs is back this Friday, July 19, starting at 8:15 p.m. The Aquatic Park will close to the general public at 7 p.m. Phil Pierle and Grover Parido from the Woomblies will provide the live music for the evening. Spots are...
‘Why can’t we get high together?’ Former Fortville teacher accused of grooming students with alcohol, THC vape pens
GREENFIELD, Ind. — A former Hancock County teacher was arrested Thursday morning after being accused of providing students alcohol and drugs. The Greenfield Police Department announced Brock Wedgeworth, 45, of Fortville, is facing four felony counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor – a level 6 felony. Wedgeworth is accused of supplying former students with drugs and alcohol on multiple occasions while working as a teacher at Mt. Vernon School Corporation and New Palestine School Corporation.
Cummins Converts Columbus, Indiana, Operations
Global power solutions provider Cummins Inc. plans to convert its operations in Columbus, Indiana. The $150 million project is expected to create approximately 250 jobs. The company will convert 360,000 square feet of manufacturing space at its existing engine plant to expand production of battery packs, powertrain systems and other battery-electric vehicle components for Accelera by Cummins, the company’s zero-emissions business segment.
Aspen Creek Grill to break ground on Greenwood location
GREENWOOD, Ind. – Greenwood residents will soon have a new place to eat. Next week, Aspen Creek Grill will break ground on its newest restaurant, located 1287 N. Emerson Ave. near Walmart. It will mark the second Aspen Creek Grill location in the Indy area. The groundbreaking ceremony is set for 1 p.m. on Monday, […]
10 most expensive homes sold in the Franklin Township area, July 8-14
A house in Somerset that sold for $986,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Franklin Township area in the past week. In total, 18 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $538,994. The average price per square foot was $309.
Free Legal Aid walk-in clinic set for Tuesday in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ind. – Legal Aid District 11 says it will hold a walk-in clinic this Tuesday, July 23, from 3 to 5 p.m., at the Bartholomew County Public Library, in Columbus. The Legal Aid Clinic/Pro Bono program utilizes local volunteer attorneys, offering free legal consultations to low-income individuals for the provision of legal advice and assistance in furtherance of equal access to justice within the community who might not otherwise be able to afford the counsel of an attorney.
Son sentenced to prison in arson of home of father, a Connersville councilor
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A Birmingham, Alabama, man was sentenced to 57 months in federal prison after he traveled to Connersville, Indiana, to commit arson at the home of his father, a city councilor, the U.S. Department of Justice says. A grand jury in February 2022 indicted Tommy Lee Harrison Sr. on a charge of interstate […]
GFD Announces Promotions, Awards at Recognition Ceremony
(Greensburg, IN) – The Greensburg Fire Department announced promotions and handed out awards at the 2024 Recognition Ceremony which was held this week at City Hall. Lt. Ron Reynolds was promoted to assistant chief, effective in 2025. Promotions to First Class Firefighter for Caleb Stevens, Trent Campbell, Walker Gabbard,...
Southwestern Spartans Celebrate Academic Excellence with NJCAA Recognition
Charlotte, NC – July 18, 2024 – Southwestern Community College proudly announces that its student-athletes have once again distinguished themselves academically, with all eligible teams achieving a GPA of 3.0 or higher as recognized by the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). This achievement reflects the Spartans' dedication to academic success alongside their athletic pursuits.
Cummins (CMI) Secures $75M Grant to Transform Indiana Facility
CMI - Free Report) has secured a $75 million grant from the Department of Energy to transform around 360,000 square feet of its Columbus Engine Plant (CEP) in Indiana into a facility for zero-emissions components and electric powertrain systems. This grant, the largest ever awarded solely to Cummins, is part of the funding from the Inflation Reduction Act.
Alabama man sentenced after setting father's home on fire, killing family pets
A man has been sentenced to serve time in federal prison after court documents revealed he was convicted of driving eight hours to his father's home and setting it on fire, killing the family's pets.
Greensburg Fire Department promotes, honors firefighters
GREENSBURG, Ind. – The Greensburg Fire Department announced promotions, the recipients of the Life Saving Award, and the Firefighter of the Year at its 2024 Recognition Ceremony on Tuesday. Lt. Ron Reynolds was promoted to Assistant Chief, and firefighters Caleb Stevens, Trent Campbell, Walker Gabbard, John Hammersmith, Ethan Ripberger,...
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