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New Indiana Law Allows Retailers to Round Cash Transactions
(INDIANA) - A new Indiana law allows retailers to round cash transactions as the federal government phases out the penny.The law provides guidance for businesses dealing with a shortage of pennies.Under the measure, rounding applies only to cash transactions and must be based on the total purchas...
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New Indiana Law Allows Rescue of Pets from Hot Cars Without Liability
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Indiana residents can now legally break into a vehicle to rescue a pet in danger without being held liable for damages.Governor Mike Braun signed House Bill 1165 into law Thursday. The measure, titled "various animal-related matters," removes liability when someone removes a dome...
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DeKalb Schools Join Lawsuit Against Social Media Companies
(DEKALB COUNTY) - DeKalb Central Schools and DeKalb Eastern Schools are among more than 100 Indiana school districts taking legal action against social media companies.According to WTHR, the lawsuit claims social media platforms are addictive for young people and contribute to distractions and di...
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300,000 Could Lose In-Network Access in Blue Cross-Michigan Medicine Dispute
(LANSING) - About 300,000 Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan members could lose in-network access to Michigan Medicine if the two sides fail to reach a new contract by June 30.Bridge Michigan reports Blue Cross has begun notifying patients that the Ann Arbor-based health system could move out of ...
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Warsaw Egg Producer Sold After 100 Years of Family Ownership
(WARSAW) - A Warsaw-based egg producer has been sold after more than a century of family ownership. Creighton Brothers has been sold to Cal-Maine Foods for $128.5 million. The acquisition includes 3.2 million laying hens, a feed mill, egg processing facilities, and Crystal Lake LLC, which produce...
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Tour the Lakes Marine Show Returns to Steuben County This Weekend
(STEUBEN COUNTY) - The 6th Annual Tour the Lakes Marine Show is underway this weekend across Steuben County.The event gives visitors a chance to tour several of the area's marine and water sports dealerships while checking out new 2026 boats and equipment.Organizers say admission and parking are ...
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Michigan Lawmakers Consider Water Safety Training Requirement for Students
(LANSING) - Michigan lawmakers are considering a bill that would require public schools to teach water safety as part of physical education classes.According to Bridge Michigan, House Bill 4477 would require schools to provide instruction on safe behavior in and around water, the use of flotation...
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Health Officials Warn of Measles Risk as Spring Break Travel Begins
(NOBLESVILLE) - Health officials in Hamilton County are urging residents to check their measles vaccination status as cases of the virus increase across the United States.The Hamilton County Health Department issued the reminder as many families prepare for Spring Break travel.Officials say nearl...
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Ashley-Hudson Fire Department Mourns Death of Firefighter
(ASHLEY) - The Ashley-Hudson Volunteer Fire Department is mourning the loss of one of its firefighters.The department announced Thursday that Engineer Thomas O'Quinn has passed away.In a statement, the department said O'Quinn was like family and will be remembered for his dedication to the depart...
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Ivy Tech Offering Free Robotic Welding Course
(FORT WAYNE) - Ivy Tech Community College will soon offer a free robotic welding course aimed at preparing participants for careers in advanced manufacturing.The course will be available to current students and community members at the college's Fort Wayne and Kosciusko County campuses.The eight-...
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