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"Let Kids Be Kids" Bill Heads to Gov. Braun After Unanimous Senate Vote
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Legislation aimed at protecting parents who allow their children to engage in independent activities without constant supervision is headed to Gov. Mike Braun's desk.The Indiana Senate voted 48-0 on Tuesday to approve House Bill 1035, often referred to as the "Let Kids Be Kids" m...
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Whitmer Signs Bill Banning Cellphones During Classroom Instruction
(LANSING) - Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has signed legislation prohibiting students from using cellphones during classroom instructional time.The new law is intended to reduce distractions, increase student engagement and improve academic performance in schools statewide.Under the measure, stu...
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Fort Wayne Zoo Welcomes Baby Sumatran Orangutan
(FORT WAYNE) - The Fort Wayne Zoo has announced the birth of a baby Sumatran orangutan, a significant development for a species listed as critically endangered.The infant, named Raya, was born Jan. 11 to 30-year-old mother Tara. Tara has lived at the zoo since 2003. The baby's father, Tengku, 39,...
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Braun, Meta Break Ground on $10 Billion Data Center Campus in Lebano
(LEBANON) - Gov. Mike Braun joined executives from Meta Platforms Inc. on Wednesday to break ground on a more than $10 billion data center campus in Lebanon.The project will be located in the LEAP Innovation and Research District and is expected to span approximately 1,500 acres. Plans call for 1...
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Bill to Increase Penalties for Animal Abuse Advances to Senate
(FORT WAYNE) - Indiana lawmakers are considering legislation that would increase criminal penalties for animal abuse.House Bill 1165 would elevate certain animal abuse offenses from a misdemeanor to a Level 6 felony, and in some cases a Level 5 felony. The bill also provides clearer definitions f...
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Fundraising Underway for DeKalb County's First Public Splash Pad
(AUBURN) - A DeKalb County nonprofit is working to bring the county's first free public splash pad to downtown Auburn.Fortify Life has launched a fundraising campaign for "Fortify Play," a proposed outdoor park and splash pad planned for Connection Drive near West Seventh Street. According to pro...
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Veteran Angola Firefighter Returns to Full Duty After Medical Recovery
(ANGOLA) - A longtime member of the Angola Fire Department has returned to active duty after spending much of last year recovering from a medical event.Firefighter Jordan Omlor, a 26-year veteran of the department, worked his first full shift back on Feb. 7 after completing extensive physical the...
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Indiana Senate Takes Up Casino Relocation - Steuben County Makes Case
(ANGOLA) - Indiana lawmakers are scheduled to take up legislation Wednesday that could allow a casino to relocate to Steuben County, as local officials continue efforts to position the county as a potential host site.The Indiana State Senate is expected to hold a first hearing on House Bill 1038,...
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Lantern Lit Winter Walk planned at Pokagon State Park
(ANGOLA) - Friends of Pokagon will host its annual Lantern Lit Winter Walk on Friday, Feb. 13, 2026, at Pokagon State Park.The self-guided walk will take place from 7 to 8 p.m. and will begin and end at the Pokagon State Park Nature Center. The event is open to all ages and is suitable for couple...
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Sheriff's Candidate Emerick Backs Body Cameras for Steuben County Officers
(ANGOLA) - A candidate for Steuben County sheriff is calling for mandatory use of body cameras by sheriff's deputies, arguing the technology would improve accountability for both officers and the public.The Herald Republican reports that Sheriff's Office detective first sergeant Chris Emerick sai...
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