A citywide mask order by Mayor Lloyd Winnecke and a City Council ordinance mandating masks may be in the pipeline — but whatever happens may not happen quietly.

The Nappanee Apple Festival has been cancelled for this year.

We missed you, the dinosaurs missed you, the animals on the Carousel missed you and we can’t wait to welcome you back for a smart restart of the world’s biggest and best children’s museum. When the time is right for your family, we want you to know that The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is prepared …read more.

Farmers in Central Indiana say despite decent looking crops, they don’t expect to make much money this year as corn and soybean prices remain low due to huge disruptions in the agriculture market caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

News Release  INDIANAPOLIS — Food Bank of Northern Indiana received $34,890 in funding for fiscal year 2021. A total of $300,000 in state funding will be distributed to 11 Indiana food banks to provide assistance and services to Hoosiers in need. The funding came from the Indiana State Department of Agriculture, through the Indiana General …read more.

Kokomo Tribune INDIANAPOLIS — The number of abortions performed in Indiana fell by about 5% last year, according to a new state health department report. The annual report shows that the number of abortions in Indiana fell by 400 to 7,637 during 2019. That decline came following two years of increases from the 7,280 abortions …read more.

The Rotary Club of North Manchester is taking its Weber Grills on the road for the third annual North Manchester Rotary Grilled Chicken BBQ.

The Auburn Cord Duesenberg Festival has been canceled for 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

As the Fort Wayne Philharmonic had the unpleasant task of canceling Patriotic Pops concerts over the summer, its thoughts turned to those in the community.

The Indianapolis Children’s Museum is set to open to the public on July 11. 

The State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis is hosting Fairgrounds Fun Park, which will focus on rides and the food.

The Rotary Club of North Manchester is taking its Weber Grills on the road for the third annual North Manchester Rotary Grilled Chicken BBQ.

Michiana Forty under 40 is an annual program that is in collaboration with the South Bend Regional Chamber, Young Professionals Network South Bend, and other local partners.

SOUTH BEND – Four Winds Field was chosen as the site for the Chicago Cubs’ taxi squad to help the team compete in the abbreviated 2020 baseball season.

U.S. Rep. Jackie Walorski (R-Ind.) announced Salem Slater, a senior at John Glenn High School in Walkerton, as the winner of the 2020 Congressional Art Competition for Indiana’s 2nd District. Salem’s winning artwork, “Hanging Pangolin,” will be on display in the U.S. Capitol for the next year alongside other winners from across the country. Salem was also the winner of the 2019 Congressional Art Competition.

On Saturday, August 1, 2020, at 9 a.m., Northeast Indiana Base Community Council (NIBCC) will host its 6th Annual Race for the Warrior 5k/10k run/walk/roll runway race at the Fort Wayne International Airport. 

University of Notre Dame officials declined Tuesday to say whether they’ll proceed with plans to host the first presidential debate Sept. 29 between Republican incumbent Donald Trump and Democratic challenger Joe Biden, after the University of Michigan announced it had canceled its debate.

This year’s celebration for recent graduates of Purdue University Fort Wayne has reached its apex with a special delivery. In recognition of their significant achievements, the newest members of the Mastodon Alumni Community are receiving “Commencement in a Box.”

SANDUSKY, OHIO — Cedar Point has put stringent health, safety and hygiene protocols in place to allow a safe opening. The park will open initially for Season Passholders only, and shortly thereafter for Cedar Point Resorts guests and guests who have pre-purchased tickets.

INDIANAPOLIS  – ISDH announced the first case of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in a child. It has some features similar to those of Kawasaki disease and toxic shock syndrome.

LOS ANGELES —Two men who allegedly refused to wear masks inside a Target store in California are facing felony battery charges after a fight that left an employee security guard with a broken arm, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.

INDIANAPOLIS — The need for blood donations has decreased over the past few months as hospitals have focused on the treatment of COVID-19 patients. But the need for blood has quickly shifted as hospitals resume surgeries and anticipate trauma cases to increase as safer at home orders are relaxed in some communities.

GATLINBURG, TENN. — Two friends found themselves in a surreal situation while staying at a cabin in Gatlinburg and it was caught on video.

CINCINNATI — Retailers all over Ohio are getting set to reopen over the coming weeks.

SOUTH BEND — Data from the poison centers in both Indiana and Michigan show an increase in calls about household cleaners.

DULUTH, MINN. — Stuck at home during COVID-19, a Minnesota man is traveling back to World War II.

News Release NORTH MANCHESTER – Students of Manchester University invited the neighbors to come over and dance for a good cause, but COVID-19 waltzed in and shut it down. Instead of giving up, the students took it online. “Where Dreams Come True Dance Marathon” to benefit Riley Hospital for Children was supposed to be Friday, …read more.

HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. — A puppy found in the middle of the interstate among wreck debris in Henderson County has a new home.

ATLANTA — It looks like social distancing is taking a toll on our four-legged friends.

LOGANSPORT — Today, the Cass County Commissioners voted to close the Tyson pork processing facility in Logansport.

BROWN COUNTY — After spending 848 days at the Brown County Humane Society, the shelter’s longest-stay dog, Moby, was finally adopted. It’s the longest any dog has been at the shelter in its 54-year history.

OAKLEY, Idaho — Tough decisions, that’s what a lot of businesses are dealing with as the COVID-19 pandemic wreaks havoc on the economy.

GOSHEN — A northern Indiana man is accused of collecting nearly $50,000 in welfare funds for his late father, all while keeping the man’s body in a wheelbarrow at his home.

MARYVILLE, TENN. — For some, spreading hope is as easy as writing a Post-it note. A note of encouragement and kindness goes a long way.

MICHIGAN CITY — Medical workers on the front lines of fighting the coronavirus are worried about putting their families at risk every time they come home.

NANCY, FRANCE — On Sunday, a woman walked into a pharmacy in the French city of Nancy, one of the few public places still open after the government imposed a nationwide lockdown to prevent the spread of a dangerous virus. But the woman wasn’t there for medicine; she was there to tell the pharmacist that her …read more.

ST. JOSEPH COUNTY — New data on cases in St. Joseph County has revealed a surprising number of younger people testing positive.

MINNEAPOLIS — A doctor who says she was pulled over for speeding in Minnesota was not given a ticket by the trooper. Instead, she said, the trooper gave her his supply of N95 face masks which are in short supply for health care workers during the coronavirus pandemic.

SOUTH BEND — Today is the first day of the month, which means rent is due for millions of jobless people.

ANDERSON — Continued closures and disruptions in supply chains may mean steep price increases in the coming weeks as businesses seek to mitigate the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, according to a Ball State University economist. But those increases likely won’t constitute price gouging, he added. “As an economist, I don’t have a definition for …read more.

KOKOMO — Howard County stores appear to be falling in line with an emergency order from the county commissioners. They are telling shoppers what they can’t buy. Commissioners are trying to put a stop to binge shopping that is both unhealthy and unfair.

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Man’s best friend is doing his part to fight the new coronavirus. One local winery has found an ingenious way to serve up curbside wine.

INDIANAPOLIS – National health leaders have named Indianapolis as a possible hot spot location for the coronavirus pandemic. On March 6, the Indiana State Health Department confirmed the first case of coronavirus. Since then the number of confirmed cases is growing by the hundreds daily as more tests have become available. There are 676 confirmed …read more.

NDIANAPOLIS — You may have noticed your pantry — or freezer for those who prefer Thin Mints at their best — is lacking a certain dessert around this time of year.

NEW YORK — Focus on this, contact lens wearers of the world: To reduce the spread of the pandemic virus that causes Covid-19, experts suggest it’s time to put your contact lenses on the shelf and dazzle the world with your frames.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Texas Roadhouse CEO W. Kent Taylor will forgo his salary to assist hourly restaurant employees as restaurants across the country take a hit during the coronavirus outbreak.

SOUTH BEND — The shortage of hand sanitizer and masks is making it tough for those in the medical field to treat patients. Some companies are getting creative to help.

JACKSON, MISS. – Waffle House has now closed 365 locations across the U.S. due to the coronavirus pandemic.

INDIANAPOLIS — A Colorado physician has created a national campaign to get people in every state to sew face masks for medical professionals. In Indiana, six people across the state have started the project. 

KOKOMO — A UAW official said two employees have died from coronavirus, including one who works at FCA Kokomo.

DETROIT — Ford Motor Co. plans to build respirators, ventilators and face shields in partnership with its UAW work force, manufacturing company 3M and GE Healthcare to aid medical workers as the coronavirus pandemic threatens to overwhelm their supply.

ELKHART COUNTY — The local RV industry is feeling the impact. Thor Industries, Elkhart’s largest employer, announced it is temporarily suspending operations in North America and much of Europe in response to the coronavirus outbreak. 

ELKHART COUNTY — Elkhart County is asking for volunteers to make face masks and gowns and for people to help operate its COVID-19 information phone bank.

JONESBORO, ARK — Property manager Clay Young is very invested in his town of Jonesboro, Arkansas — financially, sure, but also emotionally.

BLOOMINGTON — Indiana University has postponed all spring commencement ceremonies on all of its campuses. However, it also stated that IU graduates will be able to participate in commencement in the future once the coronavirus outbreak is over.

INDIANAPOLIS — Burger King is doing its part to help struggling families amid the coronavirus outbreak.

LANSING, MICH. — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced Thursday March 19, 2020, that Michigan’s licensed distilleries are now permitted to produce ethanol-based hand sanitizers. 

FORT WAYNE — The Fort Wayne-Allen County Airport Authority (FWACAA) is taking the necessary steps to make sure that Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) remains a safe and sterile environment for all arriving and outbound passengers during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Fort Wayne International Airport and Smith Field Airport will continue to remain open and operational during this crisis.

GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. — Meijer stores will be making changes to their deli department while they take measures against the spread of COVID-19.

INDIANAPOLIS (WTHR) – With schools shut down and so many family events canceled across the state over coronavirus concerns, parents might soon be struggling to find ways to keep the kids entertained.

INDIANAPOLIS  — Out of an abundance of caution, the Athletic Club Foundation has decided to cancel the 40th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Tent Party that was scheduled for Friday, March 13. In addition, the 24th annual Greening of the Canal scheduled for today and the 29th Annual Shamrock Run Walk scheduled for Saturday, March 14 will also be cancelled.

INDIANAPOLIS — Here’s a story that will warm your heart.

SOUTH BEND — Downtown South Bend has announced that several St. Patrick’s Day events are canceled, following the announcement of St. Joseph County’s first case of coronavirus.

Albion — Racing around her compound at eleven months, bobcat, Evaki, is enjoying the warmer temperatures. Watching the young bobcat now makes it difficult to believe that as newborn cub she couldn’t walk.

AUSTIN, Texas — An Austin, Texas, man was arrested after police say he pushed his own father off a cliff in northwest Austin on Sunday.

INDIANAPOLIS  — The Indiana State Fair has announced the theme for this year’s event: basketball.

KITTY HAWK, N.C. – A valuable piece of art was almost lost, until someone with a sharp eye found it at a thrift store on the Outer Banks late last year.

MISHAWAKA — When you think of blaze orange vests, you probably think of hunters. But there’s a deer in the Mishawaka area rocking that same look.

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indianapolis International Airport is getting recognized once again.

PRAIRIE GROVE, Ark. — The list of things that Prairie Grove is known for isn’t long.

SIDELL, LA. — You might be too busy to go to the grocery store, visit your parents or eat a good breakfast.

NEW RICHMOND, Ohio — An Ohio dog is becoming a national sensation, and we an confirm he is a very good boy.

INDIANAPOLIS — A United Methodist Church congregation on the city’s near north side declared its support for LGBTQ clergy and same-sex marriage amid a growing rift within the denomination over traditional church doctrine.

INDIANAPOLIS — A bill that would require cursive writing in elementary schools has passed the State Senate.

INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana continues to struggle with high smoking rates, air pollution and a low proportion of public health funding.

HOLLYWOOD — Alex Trebek offered a health update on Wednesday, and it’s good news.

NILES, Mich. – A local body art facility in Niles may have exposed customers to other customers’ blood due to improper sterilization of metal forceps used during piercing procedures.

NASHVILLE — At least nine people have been killed according to the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency — four in Putnam County, two in Nashville, two in Wilson County and one in Benton County — after a devastating tornado ripped through Nashville in the early hours of Tuesday morning with authorities saying many others being injured and multiple businesses and homes flattened.

DENVER — The Denver Zoo received a very special arrival last weekend: The zoo’s first-ever one-horned rhino calf was born Saturday.

NOBLESVILLE — Carlos Santana and Earth, Wind & Fire will perform at Ruoff Music Center Friday, July 10.

LONDON, ENGLAND — Jens Nygaard Knudsen, creator of the Lego minifigure, has passed away at the age of 78.

New York — Burger chains have come a long way, now offering a wide array of options for all, no matter your dietary preference.

CAPE CANAVERAL — Katherine Johnson, one of the NASA mathematicians depicted in “Hidden Figures,” died Monday, the administrator of NASA said. She was 101.

GOSHEN Today a local hospital will open a time capsule from 1953.

INDIANAPOLIS – More than 100 Hoosier companies have bragging rights to tout to potential employees or clients. The businesses have been named to the 2020 Best Places to Work in Indiana list, which is presented by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce.

FORT WAYNE — Two local plants are likely to be included in a transfer to a farmers’ cooperative — while others owned by troubled conglomerate Dean Foods have been left off the list.

BELAYA GORA, SIBERIA, RUSSIA — Scientists studying the remarkably well-preserved remains of an Ice Age bird have identified the specimen as a horned lark.

INDIANAPOLIS – The U.S. Department of Transportation is awarding $2.26 million to seven Indiana airports. The grants will fund airport safety and infrastructure projects.

FORT WAYNE — Anthem of Indiana and Parkview Health may be parting ways later this year, meaning those who are insured by Anthem would be “out of network” when they use services offered by the local health care giant.

WHITE COUNTY — The almost century-old amusement park, Indiana Beach, is now closed.

WHITLEY COUNTY —More than 60 dogs are being carefully checked out by health officials after they were removed on Monday under a court order.

MUNCIE — Pruis Hall will play host to the Dervish stage show at 7:30 p.m., Feb. 26.

PORTLAND, MAINE — If only rings could talk.

NEW YORK — The Boy Scouts of America has filed for bankruptcy protection. Facing mounting legal costs from defending itself against lawsuits alleging sexual abuse of boys, the venerable nonprofit sought Chapter 11 protection in a court filing early Tuesday. A spokesman for the Boy Scouts of America said in a statement that the filing …read more.

MUNCIE- Emens Auditorium will play host to the Blue Man Group stage show at 7:30 p.m., Feb. 24, 2020.

GOSHEN — Shocking accusations against a local woman whose daughter captured the hearts of many. Court documents accuse that Goshen mother of faking her daughter’s terminal illness to get money.

LaPORTE COUNTY — The federal government has approved the final engineering phase of the South Shore Double Track Northwest Indiana project, paving the way for faster service from South Bend to Chicago.

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — A woman is facing charges after police say she stole more than $800 worth of merchandise from a popular body care and home fragrance store.

MOSCOW, Idaho – For the first time since 1992, when it was held in Columbus, Ohio, the National Appaloosa Horse Show & Youth World Championship is coming back to the Midwest. The Appaloosa Horse Club (ApHC) and the Indiana State Fair Commission today signed a 3-year agreement to hold one of America’s oldest and most …read more.

MICHIGAN CITY — A dog with skin cancer at the Michiana Humane Society in Michigan City has been adopted after six weeks without a home. Marley was diagnosed with lymphoma Saturday. Veterinarians told his caretakers at the Humane Society that Marley had less than six months to live. Thanks to one family, Marley won’t have …read more.