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Local IREAD Scores Strong in DeKalb, LaGrange, Steuben, and Noble Counties
(ANGOLA) - Schools across Steuben, DeKalb, LaGrange and Noble counties turned in strong third-grade reading scores, with several local buildings landing at or near Indiana's top IREAD recognition benchmark.Leading the local area was James R. Watson Elementary in DeKalb County at 97.5 percent, th...
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DNR Places Idle-Speed Restriction On Indian Lakes Chain In LaGrange County
(LAGRANGE COUNTY) - The Indiana Department of Natural Resources has placed an idle-speed boating restriction on the Indian Lakes Chain in LaGrange County because of high water levels. The emergency order requires all motorized watercraft to operate at idle speed only on the chain, which includes ...
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Indiana Gas Tax Suspension Begins, But Pump Savings May Take A Few Days
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Indiana's 30-day gas tax suspension is now in effect, but drivers may not see the full savings at the pump immediately.Governor Mike Braun's emergency order temporarily removes the state's 17.2-cent-per-gallon gasoline use tax through May 8, with the change taking effect at midni...
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Texts, Questions Deepen Mystery In Bahamas Disappearance Of Lenawee County Woman
(ABACO, Bahamas) - Newly obtained messages reviewed by CBS News are raising fresh questions in the disappearance of Lenawee County boater Lynette Hooker, as Bahamian authorities continue holding her husband, Brian Hooker, for questioning. According to the messages, Brian Hooker told a friend that...
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Branch County Seeks Local Ordinance To Address Steel Damage On Roads
(COLDWATER) - Branch County road officials are exploring a local ordinance aimed at road damage caused by steel contacting pavement, a move that could affect Amish buggies, farm equipment and construction vehicles alike, according to the Coldwater Daily Reporter.Road Commission Manager Jay Miller...
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M-66 Resurfacing Project Begins Monday In Branch County
(BRANCH COUNTY) - A $900,000 resurfacing project on M-66 is set to begin Monday, April 13, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation.The work will cover about 3.2 miles from M-60 to S Drive South, along a corridor that connects parts of Branch and Calhoun counties.MDOT says the proje...
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DeKalb Plan Commission Recommends 6-Month Data Center Moratorium
(AUBURN) - The DeKalb County Plan Commission is recommending a six-month moratorium on new data center development as county leaders work to create zoning rules before any projects are proposed.Commission members voted Wednesday to send the favorable recommendation to the DeKalb County Commission...
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Braun Declares 30-Day Indiana Gas Tax Holiday As Prices Surge
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Indiana drivers are getting temporary relief at the pump after Governor Mike Braun on Wednesday declared a 30-day gas tax holiday, suspending the state's 7 percent gasoline usage tax effective immediately. The move comes as fuel prices across Indiana have climbed sharply, with th...
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Trine Storm Tank Winners Pitch Apps For Recycling, Laundry And Running
(ANGOLA) - Student-built apps focused on recycling, shared laundry access and running shoe selection captured the top prizes at Trine University's annual Storm Tank college and community competition.The March 25 event drew 17 student project ideas, with the top 10 advancing to finals presentation...
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Steuben, DeKalb, LaGrange Counties Beat State January Unemployment Rate
(INDIANAPOLIS) - New January unemployment figures from the Indiana Department of Workforce Development show Steuben, DeKalb and LaGrange counties all posted jobless rates below both the state and national averages, continuing the strong labor picture across northeast Indiana.Here's how the three ...
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