Local Farmer Honored With 2026 River Friendly Farmer Award At Indiana State Fair
Walnut Creek Crossing was among Indiana farmers recognized Aug. 18 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds for their outstanding commitment to conservation and land stewardship during the 2026 River Friendly Farmer Award Ceremony. Approximately 200 farmers, family members, conservation partners and guests gathered during the
North GOP Club welcomes several state & local candidates
The Northern Hamilton County GOP Club held its monthly meeting on Monday evening, Aug. 24, at the Noblesville FOP Lodge, 7201 E. 196th St. The meeting brought quite a crowd, as well as numerous candidates who gave updates on the water flow into the Martin Marietta quarry in Carmel. Reportedly, water is still flowing in
Indianapolis Sues North-Side Couple Over Backyard Land Near Monon Trail
Joseph and Leslie Price have spent 34 years watching a defunct railbed behind their north-side home transform into what has become Indianapolis's premier rail trail. Now the City of Indianapolis is suing them to take ownership of a swath of land that extends past their tree line and into their backyard.
Midwest Farmland Values Appear to Be Softening
(NAFB) Farmland values are softening in the Midwest, as agricultural economists say the market is moving in two different directions. The Chicago Fed reports values were flat in the second quarter of 2026, with increases in Illinois and Iowa and decreases in Indiana and Wisconsin. Meanwhile, a new report in...
Can You Own a Peacock in Indiana? Permits, Zoning, and Noise Rules Explained
Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! If you’re wondering whether you can own a peacock in Indiana, the short answer is yes — the state treats these birds as poultry rather than exotic wildlife, which puts them in the same legal category as chickens and turkeys. That classificatio
Power finally restored in US city after 2 weeks in the dark – but...
Power has finally been restored in one of the poorest U.S. cities after residents spent two weeks in the dark. The Northern Indiana Public Service Company said the electricity is back on for 99% of residents in Indiana, as of Tuesday night. Tens of thousands had been without power in Gary, Indiana, since Aug. 11, when
This Beloved Neighborhood Gem Serves Scratch-Made Comfort Food and House-Brewed Beer in Indianapolis, IN
Open Mon-Thu, 11 AM–10 PM | Fri-Sat, 11 AM–11 PM | Sun, 11 AM–9 PM. Tucked away on the bustling Northside, this unassuming spot has quietly become a beloved destination for food lovers seeking something authentic and deeply satisfying. It is the kind of place where the...
Greencastle man gets 55 years for 2024 murder at Indianapolis gas station
Chad Luis Martin, 35, of Greencastle, Indiana, was sentenced to 55 years in state prison after pleading guilty to the April 2024 killing of Shane Coffman, 51, during a carjacking at an Indianapolis gas station.
Indiana Announces Statewide Tuition Freeze at Every Public College & University
INDIANAPOLIS - As students across Indiana return to campus for the new academic year, Governor Mike Braun’s historic statewide tuition freeze is making college more affordable at all 15 of Indiana’s public colleges and universities, including main and regional campuses. At the governor's request, Indiana’s public highe
Crown Hill Cemetery to celebrate 163 years with Behind Closed Doors event
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Crown Hill Cemetery and Arboretum will celebrate its 163rd anniversary by hosting its third annual “Behind Closed Doors” event on Sept. 2. The event will offer people a look into select private family mausoleums that are typically closed to visitors, along with guided tours and the premiere of an

















