Home explosion near Twelve Mile critically injures one

On Friday, October 8, 2021 at approximately 9:54 a.m., Cass County Central Dispatch was notified of an explosion in the area of County Road 600 East and County Road 800 North. Several deputies from the Cass County Sheriff’s Office and…

Funeral arrangements for Sgt. Stanley DeWitt

On October 23, 2021, Sgt. Stanley DeWitt will be laid to rest near his parents and siblings in the Royal Center Cemetery – nearly 71 years after his death. The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced last month that DeWitt,…

PBS to broadcast three Peanuts specials this holiday season

ARLINGTON, VA;— This holiday season, PBS will broadcast three Peanuts specials including “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown,” “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving” and “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” The specials will air ad free on PBS and PBS KIDS, in addition…

Gov. Holcomb signs House Bill 1581, confirming new redistricting maps

INDIANAPOLIS-Gov. Eric J. Holcomb today signed House Bill 1581 confirming the new state legislative and congressional redistricting maps.  “Today I signed HB 1581, completing this once-in-a-decade constitutionally required process. I want to thank both the House and Senate for faithfully following…

Day of the Dead comes alive with new Forever stamps

EL PASO, TX — The U.S. Postal Service commemorates the Day of the Dead, an increasingly popular holiday in the United States, with the release of four new Forever stamps. A dedication ceremony for the stamps was held Sept. 30,…

What’s Up for October: Skywatching Tips from Nasa

Here’s an update from our local Solar System Ambassador, Pam Roller: Two brilliant stars vying for the pole position Crescent Moon Phases of the Moon for October Credit: NASA JPL International Observe the Moon Night October 16th Click on this…

FAFSA opens for 2022-2023 school year

(INDIANAPOLIS) – Hoosier students and families are encouraged to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is now open for the 2022-2023 school year. The Indiana Commission for Higher Education reminds Hoosiers that filing the FAFSA by April…