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Christmas Eve Morning Hike Planned at Pokagon State Park
(ANGOLA) - Families and outdoor enthusiasts are invited to start Christmas Eve with a festive hike at Pokagon State Park. The hike starts at 10 a.m. and is led by a naturalist. Hikers should meet up at the CCC Shelter. After the hike, participants can enjoy light refreshments at the Spring Shelte...
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Indiana Residents Encouraged to Check for Unclaimed Money
(INDIANA) - Indiana residents may have unclaimed money waiting for them, and state officials say it's worth taking a few minutes to check.The Indiana Treasurer of State holds millions of dollars in unclaimed property belonging to Hoosiers. That property can include money from inactive bank accoun...
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New U.S. Attorney Named for Northern District of Indiana
(WASHINGTON, D.C.) -The U.S. Senate has confirmed Adam Mildred as the new U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Indiana.Mildred was confirmed on December 18 by a 53-43 vote. He previously served as a deputy prosecuting attorney in Allen County and is based in Fort Wayne.Mildred was nominate...
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DNR Offering Limited-Time Holiday Gift Packs for 2026
(INDIANA) - The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is offering a limited number of holiday gift packs for 2026, designed for Hoosiers who enjoy Indiana's state parks and outdoor recreation.The gift packs can be used throughout the year and save buyers up to $27 compared to purchasing the ite...
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Ray Allison Named Next Executive Director of Indiana State Fair Commission
(INDIANAPOLIS) - The Indiana State Fair Commission has announced Ray Allison as its next Executive Director.Allison will succeed Cindy Hoye, who is set to retire in March 2026 after nearly 40 years of service. Hoye holds the longest tenure of any executive director in the Commission's history.A ...
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Survey: Majority of Hoosiers Support Balanced Forest Management
(INDIANA) - Most Hoosiers favor a balanced approach to managing Indiana's forests, according to a new public opinion survey.The survey, conducted by Purdue University's Department of Forestry and Natural Resources and D.J. Case & Associates, found strong support for forest management practice...
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Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck by Three Vehicles in Whitley County
(WHITLEY COUNTY) - Indiana State Police are investigating a crash that claimed the life of a pedestrian Monday evening in Whitley County.Troopers were called to the scene around 6:45 p.m. on U.S. 24, west of County Road 800 East, for a three-vehicle crash involving a pedestrian.According to the ...
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BMV Exceeds 2025 Kiosk Transaction Goal as More Hoosiers Skip Branch Visits
(INDIANAPOLIS) - More Hoosiers are choosing to handle their Bureau of Motor Vehicles business at self-service kiosks instead of visiting a branch, and the numbers show it. The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles announced it surpassed its 2025 goal for BMV Connect kiosk transactions by more than 100...
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74-Year-Old Auburn Man Jailed Without Bond in Homicide Case
(AUBURN) - A 74-year-old Auburn man is jailed without bond after turning himself into authorities, saying he killed a woman inside his home.Police say Lonnie Cox walked into the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office Sunday and reported the killing. Officers then went to his Ensley Avenue residence, wher...
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Weber Leaves Garrett High for New Role at Trine University
(GARRETT) - After a decade in Garrett-Keyser-Butler Schools, Justin Weber is moving on from his role as assistant principal at Garrett High School to take a new position at Trine University. The school board formally accepted Weber's resignation, effective Dec. 19. Weber was recognized earlier th...
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