By AUBREY SITZMAN Brown County Convention and Visitors Bureau NASHVILLE — Brown County’s rolling hills, scenic switchback roads and smooth riding have long been a draw for motorcyclists. One of the Midwest’s top destinations for bikers, Brown County provides the perfect atmosphere for two wheel exploring and experiencing the “freedom of the ride” at its best. From peaceful …read more.

FORT WAYNE — The land is protected. Species are inventoried; footbridges installed. Eager explorers are standing by.

KOKOMO — There is an old saying that home is where the heart is. One home in Kokomo really makes that point.

NASHVILLE — The National Maple Syrup Festival will return for a second year to Brown County after a successful start in 2015. Slated for the first weekend in March of 2016, the festival will bring together maple syrup enthusiasts, hobbyists and producers from across the state and beyond to celebrate all things maple.

AUSTRIA — Up to 50 immigrants were found dead this morning, Aug. 27 in the back of a truck on a highway near Hungarian border. The truck has apparently been parked since Aug. 26.

NATIONAL — In newspaper ads across Chicago and New York yesterday, Aug. 26, Burger King reached out to competitor McDonalds in an attempt to collaborate on a new burger: the McWhopper.

MONETA, Va. – A television reporter and a cameraman for WDBJ7 in Virginia were shot to death on television Wednesday, Aug. 26. Reporter, Alison Parker, and cameraman, Adam Ward, were doing a story about local tourism when suspect Vester Lee Flanagan II, Roanoke, Va., gunned both Parker and Ward down. The woman being interviewed, Vicki …read more.

WASHINGTON D.C. — Twin giant pandas were born at the Smithsonian Zoo in Washington D.C. this week. The two cubs were born Saturday, Aug. 22.

NEW YORK — Several activist groups are planning a secession rally in upstate New York this weekend, in the hopes of creating its own state, New Amsterdam.

FORT WAYNE — 6-week-old giraffe Kiango spent time in the giraffe pasture for the first time in August at the Fort Wayne Children’s zoo. Kiango is now a part of the African Journey exhibit on display this summer at the zoo.

Fresh off an undeniably historic headline performance at this year’s Lollapalooza hailed without exception as the biggest and best in the festival’s 25-year history, Paul McCartney has confirmed five new North American arena dates on the universally acclaimed “Out There” tour.

FORT WAYNE — The Orchard Gallery of Fine Art is going to be holding an event through the month of September for upcycling clothes.  Similar to recycling, Becka Strachan and BJ Jordan will be presenting UpWeaR inVestation, a vest recycling event. THey will layer your vests with color and variety. The upcycled vests will also …read more.

CORYDON — In 2010, comedy duo Rhett and Link from YouTube created this hilarious commercial for a local drugstore called Butt Drugs in Corydon. Butt Drugs is a family-owned pharmacy that has been around since 1952.

Remember the ice bucket challenge that had people dump buckets of ice water on their heads? Researchers have claimed that the donations from the challenge have actually led to significant breakthroughs in ALS research.

INDIANAPOLIS— Elite Gymnastics Coach, Marvin Sharp, owner of the well-known Sharp’s Gymnastics in Indianapolis, has been arrested on an initial charge of child molesting. Authorities, including IMPD officers and state police troopers, through the crimes against children unit, raided his northwest Indianapolis home Sunday, Aug. 23. He was taken into custody after being questioned in …read more.

COLORADO — Three Colorado police officers responded to a trapped animal on Tuesday, Aug. 18, and what they found is something they will probably never see again.

BRISTOL ­­— Elkhart County could be on the receiving end of 120 new jobs. Talon Products, an RV company, has announced plans to build its corporate headquarters in Bristol. The company, which makes exterior products for the RV industry, plans to start hiring line workers, supervisors, quality control and technicians by next summer. They are …read more.

HOMESTEAD, Fla. — Four US Students are currently being held in Miami-Dade jails, after reportedly killing one of their classmates with a machete on June 28.

A Bloomington-based young artist is making quite the introduction into the acrylic world. Nine-year-old artist Maya Wilson isn’t new to the world of art — she sold her very first piece at the age of 5.

ELKHART — The American Countryside Farmer’s Market building, left untouched since 2011, has been newly adopted by president of the American Countryside Farmer’s Market, John Levy.

PLYMOUTH — Amanda Nethercutt of Plymouth is being charged with attempted murder, aggravated battery and neglect of a dependent.

ATLANTA, GA — Former President Jimmy Carter revealed Thursday, Aug. 20 that he has been fighting cancer.

TERRE HAUTE — David Roth, a 20-plus year veteran of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department and the chairman of the board for Helping Hands For Freedom, completed a five-day “test walk” across Indiana in preparation for next year’s Route for the Brave walk across America. Helping Hands For Freedom is a 501c3 non-profit that aids …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Former Subway spokesman Jared Fogle is expected to plead guilty to allegations that he paid for sex acts with minors and received child pornography.  Authorities reviewed thousands of texts and emails as a part of the investigation, determining that Fogle used his wealth and status to exploit children. Prosecutors allege that Fogle knew …read more.

ANDERSON — Christian contemporary band Sidewalk Prophets announced their album release concert for Something Different will take place at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28 at Anderson University. The concert will be in Reardon Auditorium with reserved seating available through Ticketmaster or the Reardon Box Office (765) 641-4140. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Sidewalk Prophets started …read more.

FORT WAYNE — With school back in session, programs and activities at Science Central will be picking up pace this fall. The following activities are slated throughout the month of September.

COLUMBUS, OH — In case you thought fans of The Ohio State University’s football team were not intense enough, this past week four loyal Buckeye fans spent 6 1/2 hours walking 19 miles in order to spell out the script Ohio on Google Maps.

NEW YORK — Coffee-lovers everywhere will soon have an excuse to visit their local Starbucks at all times of the day, as the coffee shop will soon be opening their “evening menu” to the public.

MADISON COUNTY— The Pendleton Heights Arabians are one of a dozen Indiana High Schools now using a high tech system to track athlete safety on every play.

BOONE COUNTY – A music instructor in Fisher has been arrested for child molestation.

INDIANAPOLIS — World-famous rock band MÖTLEY CRÜE will be performing their last show in Indianapolis ever, as part of their final tour: “All Bad Things Must Come To An End.”

FORT WAYNE — The Indiana State Police in Fort Wayne announced today its participation in the national and statewide 2015 Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over enforcement mobilization occurring Aug. 19 through Sept. 7. Officers will join more than 250 state and local law enforcement agencies and thousands more across the country, to conduct high-visibility patrols encouraging drivers against drinking and driving.

CHICAGO — U.S. Army skydiver Corey Hood, who had served five tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan died Sunday in a midair collision with another jumper during a stunt at the Chicago Air and Water Show. Sgt. First Class Corey Hood of Cincinnati, Ohio, was pronounced dead Sunday afternoon at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Department of Education published its data regarding school district graduation rates across the state Tuesday, Aug. 11. The IDOE collects many data samples from the Hoosier student population but graduation rates are considered one of the top benchmarks of success for schools. The rankings are based on data from students who passed …read more.

WOLCOTTVILLE — The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) is monitoring chemicals that were accidentally discharged into the north branch of the Elkhart River from the Wolcottville Wastewater Treatment Plant. It is estimated that approximately 1,200 to 1,400 gallons of ferric chloride was released inside the plant and an unknown amount made it into the …read more.

INDIANA — USA Today is encouraging readers to vote for their favorite “Best Food Trail” that includes different types of foods across the country. One of the nominees is the “Hoosier Pie Trail.” In 2009 the Indiana legislature declared Hoosier Pie (aka sugar cream pie) the state’s official pie. The Hoosier Pie Trail includes other …read more.

INTERNATIONAL — The International Astronomical Union is seeking the public’s help in giving names to 20 stars and their planets found outside our solar system. These exoplanets are a small portion of the numerous known and yet to be discovered bodies orbiting in space. The online vote is called NameExo Worlds and is aimed at …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Las Vegas based casino operator Full House Resorts has proposed moving half of the 1,400 gaming tables and slot machines from Rising Sun Casino Resort to a new $650 million upscale retail center achored by a casino it wants to build on surplus parking lots near the old Indianapolis International Airport terminal. The …read more.

[weaver_youtube 6nhuHdApw0M rel=0] INDIANAPOLIS — Nathan Messmer, 8, is battling cancer and muscular dystrophy. The Vincennes Police Department and his community honored him on his way to Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health for radiation. A special guest also made an appearance to meet the little boy Tuesday, Aug. 11, fulfilling a dream. Batman …read more.

BATESVILLE — The mayor of Batesville, IN, has been arrested for patronizing a prostitute. According to Indiana State Police, Richard Fledderman paid for sex with Randy Wigle-Stevens of Indianapolis in June. Wigle-Stevens has also been arrested, he is charged with prostitution and failing to disclose his HIV status to Fledderman. ISP officials stated that Wigle-Stevens …read more.

MONROE COUNTY, IN — The Indiana DNR is warning the public to watch out for Timber Rattlesnakes, in a Facebook post Aug. 4. According to IDNR officials, the heat is making snakes more active recently. Several Timber Rattlesnakes were spotted in Morgan Monroe State Forest last week. Timber Rattlesnakes are endangered and it is illegal to …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Harrison College hosted its second annual edible book contest Monday, Aug. 10. The contest included submissions from students and faculty of the college. Participants were asked to create food dishes based on a specific book title, famous literary scene or book cover. Some entries included dishes based on titles such as “In …read more.

WEST LAFAYETTE — Justin Ewert, 23, of Martinsville, IN, was arrested Aug. 5 in West Lafayette on charges of impersonating a police officer. A West Lafayette police officer observed Ewert “leap frogging through traffic” and driving recklessly in a black and gray Ford Crown Victoria on a busy section of US 231 North. The car …read more.

CHICAGO — The Chicago Botanic Garden has been cultivating titan arum plants (Amorphophallus titanum), also known as a corpse flower, the largest flowering structure in the world. When the flower blooms, which one should be doing in the next 10 days or so, it will put on a memorable show. The titan arum, native to …read more.

[weaver_youtube OKOidMkdGl8 rel=0] AUSTRALIA — A rare white humpback whale was captured on video off the east coast of Australia Monday, Aug. 10. There was some speculation over whether or not it was a whale named Migaloo, which has been seen numerous times in recent years. Migaloo became world famous for being the only white …read more.

WORLD — Friday, August 7, is officially International Beer Day. Celebrating beer on this day was first started by a man from California named Jesse Avshalomov and his colleagues in 2007. They wanted a day designated for people around the country and the world to celebrate the beverage. In recognition of International Beer Day, here …read more.

ELKHART — The Elkhart Police Department helped rescue an injured osprey in the morning hours of Thursday, Aug. 6. Corporal Todd Thayer took a report of the bird flying into a power line, causing it to fall to the ground. Cpl. Thayer and and a passer-by were able to wrap a blanket around the bird, …read more.

COLFAX, IN — Frank Erwin, a farmer by trade, has never run for political office before. But last week he filed documents with the Federal Election Commission to officially enter the 2016 presidential race as an Independent candidate. Erwin says he is focused on improving conditions for poorer Americans. Some of his plans include raising …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Peeps has announced it has created three new fall flavors of its popular marshmallow treats. The new flavors will be candy corn, caramel apple and pumpkin spice. The candy corn flavor will be dipped in white fudge. The caramel apple will have an apple flavored marshmallow dipped in caramel fudge. And the pumpkin …read more.

SHELTON, CT — A Connecticut man was arrested Tuesday, Aug. 4, for allegedly giving a four year old child a “wet willy.” According to police, Michael Migani, 34, stuck his finger in his mouth, then put it in the child’s ear in the presence of the boy’s mother. The child had been playing with his …read more.

ATLANTA — Delta Air Lines has announced plans to hire 1,800 flight attendants as the company works to expand its flight schedule. Delta, based in Atlanta, is now accepting applications for the positions, with interviews scheduled to begin this fall. The first hires will start training in January. A Delta spokesperson stated that more than …read more.

PARIS  — Part of a plane that washed up last week on Réunion Island in France are confirmed to be a piece of the missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 by Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak on Wednesday afternoon. “The international team of experts have conclusively confirmed that the aircraft debris found on Reunion Island is …read more.

GOSHEN —The Goshen City Council has decided to table additions to a city ordinance that would add civil rights productions for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people, according to an announcement posted Tuesday on the city’s website. The Goshen City Council, according to democratic mayor Allan Kauffman, who proposed the additions, decided to table the …read more.

SOUTH BEND — The Potawatomi Zoo in South Bend has announced that Flash, the zoo’s beloved 19 year old Amur Tiger, was humanely euthanized Wednesday morning, Aug. 5, due to health reasons. The zoo says it will be working to acquire more tigers in the near future. Following is the release issued this morning: After …read more.

[weaver_youtube XkIzLElKojA rel=0] INDIANAPOLIS — A newly formed nonprofit has big plans to honor Hoosier heroes. Flags For Honor is working on an event to thank military members, veterans, police officers, fire fighters, medics and EMTs in Indianapolis. The plan is to fill a field in the park near the Indiana War Memorial and Vermont …read more.

WEST LAFAYETTE — Easley Winery of Indianapolis took home the top prize at the INDY International Wine Competition held July 29-31 at Purdue University. The winery’s 2014 Traminette won Wine of the Year, beating out nearly 2,100 competitors. Wines from 40 different states and 12 countries were entered in the competition. They were judged on …read more.

ROCHESTER — The Fulton County Historical Society’s property in Rochester suffered severe damage in an early morning storm Monday, Aug. 3. Volunteers are still working to clean up and assess the damage. One of the most devastating losses was the group’s iconic round barn. Built in 1924, the barn has been through a lot already. …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — A new Hoosier State train began service at 6 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, between Indianapolis and Chicago. The Indiana Department of Transportation signed a long-term passenger rail agreement with Amtrak, Iowa Pacific Holdings and on-line communities for the Hoosier State line, which will operate four days a week. The four days weekly Hoosier …read more.

RICHMOND, IN — A Richmond, Indiana, man was struck by a train while laying between the tracks at approximately 10:45 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1. The conductor stopped the train to check on the man and said he had to wake him up to tell him he’d been hit. “No I didn’t,” replied Josh Napier, 30, to …read more.

MINNESOTA — The Kraft Heinz Company has announced a voluntary recall of select varieties of Kraft Singles due to a potential choking hazard. The recall applies to three pound and four pound sizes of Kraft Singles American and White American pasteurized prepared cheese product. The company has said a “thin strip of the individual packaging …read more.

DECATUR, IN — Sasha J. Hunt, 23, of Berne, Indiana, was sentenced July 27 to 12 years probation for a Class B felony charge of attempted aggravated battery. The charge stems from an incident Oct. 13, 2013, in which she “knowingly inflicted injury on a person that created a substantial risk of death,” according to …read more.

SOUTH BEND — The South Bend International Airport is accepting contractor bids on a project to build a federal inspection facility on its grounds. The contract is expected to be awarded sometime in September. “The federal inspection station is what is needed for U.S. Customs and Border agents to be here to be able to …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Federal authorities are investigating a data breach at Medical Informatics Engineering that has compromised the personal information and medical records of approximately 1.5 million people across the state. MIE, based out of Fort Wayne, provides record services for 44 radiology centers and 11 health care providers. The company is working to notify …read more.

MUNCIE — A Muncie man is being called a hero after quick thinking helped to save a baby trapped in an overturned car that crashed into a creek earlier this week. Brandon Brooks, 25, had heard other cars crash in the creek behind his home over the years, but knew this one was different. He …read more.

A new Purdue University study is attempting to estimate the cost of proposed increases to the minimum wage. Researchers calculated the cost to consumers if wages in the fast food industry were increased to $15 per hour. The federal minimum wage is currently $7.20 per hour. “If we took wages up to $15, all other …read more.

[weaver_youtube ahaI-JVDvqw rel=0] Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck shows his cat-loving side in a humorous new commercial for DirecTV. Luck appears in one of the satellite TV provider’s ad spots in a style made popular last year by Rob Lowe. The QB is first seen sitting in a roomful of people watching NFL games on TV …read more.

HUNTINGTON COUNTY, IN — A two month investigation into allegations of prostitution led to the arrest of Xueli Cui, 56, in Warren, IN, Tuesday, July 28. Indiana State Police received anonymous tips in May regarding a massage parlor that was being operated at the Warren Travel Plaza, 7270 S. Warren Road. Information indicated that the …read more.

GREENFIELD, IN — The bishop of a Gary, IN, church says she did not know the driver of a bus taking congregation members to a convention was operating on a suspended license when the vehicle was involved in a crash in Greenfield, killing one six year old passenger and injuring others. The accident happened at approximately …read more.

NASHVILLE, IN — The Brown County Convention and Visitors Bureau has announced the launch of a new mobile app called “Discover Brown County.” It is the official handheld, mobile guide for visitors to navigate the county’s tourism attractions. Visitors who download the app will be able to access information on shops, restaurants, lodging and area …read more.

[weaver_youtube ybRgSy9dck4 rel=0] PHILADELPHIA — Doctors at Penn Medicine and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia have successfully performed the world’s first pediatric double hand transplant. Zion Harvey, 8, was the recipient. Doctors had to amputate both of Zion’s hands, as well as his feet, at age two to save him from a life-threatening infection. He hasn’t …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — World Hepatitis Day is July 28, with a goal of bringing awareness to the preventable disease. According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 400 million people have viral hepatitis. “Most people who have hepatitis don’t know that they are infected,” said Jennifer Walthall, M.D, M.P.H., deputy state health commissioner. “Sadly, over one …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Governor Mike Pence will visit Fort Wayne today, where he will be signing a service members civil relief act and voluntary veterans preference employment act at the Air National Guard Station. He will also hold a community conversation at 3:30 p.m. at Ivy Tech Community College and then visit with fairgoers at …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Kroger announced a recall Monday, July 27, of its store brand ground cinnamon, garlic powder, coarse ground black pepper and Bac’n Buds products because of possible salmonella contamination. The Food and Drug Administration tested a sample of garlic powder from a store in North Augusta, South Carolina, and found it to be contaminated …read more.

GOSHEN — One of the special features at the 2015 Elkhart County 4-H Fair is the 9/11 Never Forget Exhibit. The Siller family started the Stephan Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation to honor the memory of their brother, Stephen, a New York firefighter who lost his life Sept. 11, 2001 after strapping on his gear and …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana is set to pay at least $55 million to celebrate Indiana’s bicentennial next year. The Indianapolis Star reports that state lawmakers have passed legislation to pay for the festivities by leasing out over 300 underused cellphone towers, but the $55 million bill doesn’t include more than 430 locally-funded events. Taxpayers are also …read more.

ZIONSVILLE — Former Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jack Trudeau, 52, was arrested at approximately 10 p.m. Sunday, July 26, near Michigan and Clarkston roads in Zionsville. According to police, Trudeau is preliminarily charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated, intimidation against a police officer and public intoxication. He was booked into the Boone County Jail in …read more.

[weaver_youtube 0S0kJXm-lRs rel=0] CALIFORNIA — Happy 75th birthday to iconic cartoon character Bugs Bunny! He made his debut in the Warner Bros. cartoon “A Wild Hare” July 27, 1940. The “wascally wabbit” has appeared in many TV series, movies, comic books, video games and more over the decades, becoming the face of the Warner Bros. …read more.

OHIO — Evenflo has unveiled a new car seat that the company hopes will help save the lives of children by preventing them from being left inside a hot vehicle. The new car seat is called the Evenflo Embrace DLX and comes equipped with sensor-safe technology that includes a receiver which plugs into the on-board …read more.

  Five people were killed in a seven-vehicle crash near Lafayette just before midnight Thursday on Interstate 65. Indiana State Police say the crash happened in a construction zone when a semi rear-ended another vehicle. The driver of the semi that caused the crash was killed, along with three people in a minivan and the …read more.

  ELKHART — UPDATE: Elkhart Police have released a statement saying that they believe a 12 year old girl was responsible for setting a fire in her bedroom of an apartment in Elkhart and stabbing family members during an argument. “At this time it appears a 12 year old girl was upset and started a fire in …read more.

Jeff Gordon, a four-time NASCAR Cup Series champion and five-time Brickyard 400 winner, announced his 24th gift towards pediatric cancer research at Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health Thursday, July 23, 2015. The founder of the Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation and long-time supporter of Riley has contributed a total of $3.8 million to …read more.

[weaver_youtube Ss8RdZLPCvs rel=0] No injuries were reported in a crash between a train and a limousine July 18 in New Paris. The accident happened near the intersection of SR 15 and CR 29. Area photographer Norman Noe of Studio Noe Productions just happened to be on scene when the collision occurred and recorded a video …read more.

UPDATE: According to Goshen Police Department’s Facebook page, the boys were found, hiding in the bedroom of one of their friends. Both boys are safe.   GOSHEN — The Goshen Police Department and the family of two boys request the assistance of the community in locating two missing boys. Not seen since about 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, …read more.

[weaver_youtube 2hXhFUYb57M rel=0] A University of New Mexico study published in the journal Human Nature in June has found that curvy women are more sensitive to pain than other women. Another finding from the study was that men with broader shoulders could tolerate more pain. “We organized about 100 healthy young adults, both males and …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – In a first-of-its-kind partnership, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios (MGM) and the Indiana Pacers will bring one of the all-time great underdog stories, Hoosiers, to the NBA hardwood, celebrating the film’s 30th Anniversary. For the 2015-16 season, the Pacers will introduce the Hickory uniform to be worn in select regular season games as part of the …read more.

The first mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus have been documented by the Marion County Public Health Department. So far no human cases of the virus have been reported. The sample of mosquitoes that tested positive for the virus came from a surveillance trap located in Washington Township. Traps are currently located in areas throughout the …read more.

Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department volunteer chaplain John Robert Fiers has been arrested after admitting to officers that he paid a woman for sex. The investigation that led to Fiers’ arrest began in April, when detectives began looking into possible prostitution through a website called Backpages, according to court documents. Police were led to a woman …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Manchester University has named Allen Machielson the new dean of student experience. A Huntington area resident, he had previously been associate dean of student development and director of residence life. Machielson will oversee the student experience center in his new role, effective immediately. The center is designed to support personal, academic and …read more.

Electrical components manufacturer Group Dekko, based in Garrett Indiana, is moving forward with a $1.2 million expansion in Noble county, creating more than two dozen jobs as part of a plan to install a new production line. The Avilla town council awarded the company a 10 year tax abatement last week. At the beginning of …read more.

According to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, three northern Indiana reservoirs are at record high levels but still helping to prevent the flooding of communities downstream. The Mississinewa Lake near Peru was at 777.2 feet July 18, more than 40 feet above typical summer levels and less than two feet from reaching the dam’s …read more.

[weaver_youtube AYg8ZMhXiqI rel=0] Some lucky travelers had a chance to take a memorable trip aboard a piece of America’s history over the weekend when the Wabash Cannonball, or Steam Locomotive Number 765, once again journeyed from Fort Wayne to Lafayette and back. The Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society sponsored the trips. Approximately 1,500 people were able …read more.

Purdue University is giving active-duty military members and veterans who are interested in agricultural careers a chance to explore farming through the university’s AgrAbility program. Participants will be invited to tour Blue Yonder Organic Farm in North Salem Aug. 16. There, they will have a chance to speak with owner Sara Creech, a former member of …read more.

  MICHIGAN CITY — Wildlife biologists with the DNR Division of Fish & Wildlife plan to trap and relocate the black bear that has been seen numerous times in Michigan City the past few weeks. The trap was set the evening of July 15 at a confidential location. Residents are asked not to attempt to …read more.

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Aspen Foods of Illinois has recalled approximately two million pounds of raw, frozen chicken products due to salmonella contamination concerns. The recall was announced Thursday, July 16. The company said in a news release that a link between the products and three people in Minnesota being sickened by …read more.

The Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo has been named among the best in the country in a ranking from the travel website and accommodation reviewer TripAdvisor. The popular San Diego Zoo was listed as the top zoo in the United States. Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo came in at number seven. TripAdvisor compiled the rankings based on …read more.

The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will be making a stop at Martin’s Super Market in Plymouth from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, July 17. The store is located at 865 E. Jefferson St. Those who wish to stop and see the iconic car will have a chance to get their picture taken with it and …read more.

[weaver_youtube qcQVwaUekZc rel=0] Hailey Green of Indianapolis is one of four finalists in this year’s Lay’s potato chips “Do Us A Flavor” contest. Green learned of her status in the contest recently when Nick Lachey surprised her at her home to tell her that her potato chip flavor creation, Southern Biscuits and Gravy, was in …read more.

The travel website TripAdvisor.com has announced its list of top water parks in the United States and the world based on travelers’ votes/reviews and Holiday World and Splashin’ Safari in Santa Claus Indiana made both lists. “The votes for this TripAdvisor award came from our visitors, who were impressed with not only our fantastic line up …read more.

Two Indiana cousins have created a new and unique line of women’s clothing that’s not only cute and fun for the purchaser, but also helps people in need. Co-founders of Zella Mae Inspirations Tashina Baer and Brooke Fattal began with a goal of pairing a passion for fashion with philanthropy. They launched the company in …read more.

The Indiana Commission for Higher Education has released its 2015 Indiana College Completion Report, showing the number of Hoosiers earning bachelor’s degrees in four years or less has increased by nearly seven percent in the last five years. The report also showed small gains in on-time completion for students earning associate degrees, as well as …read more.