WINONA LAKE — Grace College hosted a Sportsmanship Summit for Northern Lakes Conference student-athletes on Monday.

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FORT WAYNE – The Edgewood Middle School boys basketball teams won two games Tuesday night.

LOS ANGELES — A robot that can throw fire and saws into its opponents with a spinning blade; a 250-pound bot that can damage and throw competitors with a steel drum powered by its 100-horsepower motor; and a robot with two sets of arms to grab and hoist other machines: These are some of the robots developed by MIT-affiliated teams selected to compete in the second season of ABC’s “BattleBots.”

By TRINA HOY Big Brothers Big Sisters KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Big Brothers Big Sisters in Kosciusko County has created the Around the World Nights series. The series was created as an educational tool to help volunteers connect better with their “littles,” and also to give them some experience with other cultures. Each month, a different culture is …read more.

Indianapolis — Guests of the Indiana Historical Society can get caught up in the fever of the Major League Baseball playoffs with Hoosiers Win the Pennant: Indiana Roots of American Baseball. The exhibition will be on display Sept. 9 through Nov. 15, 2014, in the Rose McKee Lanham Gallery at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS—The state of Indiana today joined 11 other states in a lawsuit against the carbon dioxide regulations the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently proposed.  The lawsuit charges that the EPA does not have the legal authority to regulate existing sources of air pollution. “The EPA’s recent action regulating carbon dioxide emissions shows a complete disregard …read more.

The American Red Cross in Indiana is excited to offer 35 AmeriCorps positions all across the state. AmeriCorps Indiana Response and Preparedness members will provide Red Cross disaster services and build capacity to improve disaster preparedness, response and recovery. Responsibilities include playing a lead role in enhancing and expanding the recruitment and engagement of volunteers …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Commissioner for Higher Education Teresa Lubbers today kicked off a statewide “15 to Finish” campaign that aims to boost college graduation rates by encouraging Hoosier students to take at least 15 credit hours each semester. Data show that students who complete 15 or more credits per semester are more likely to graduate …read more.

A total of $16.6 million in grants will be awarded to 21 states under the Clean Vessel Act program of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. More than $700,000 was awarded to four states in the Midwest Region including Illinois ($100,000), Indiana ($362,140), Michigan ($200,000) and Missouri ($50,000). CVA funding promotes and assists recreational boaters …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana boys and girls showed well at the NHSBCA Rising Senior Academy basketball showcase in New Castle and Indianapolis earlier this week. Games were played July 13-15 in both cities, where the Indiana boys were 2-2 and the girls 3-1 in pool play. The Indiana boys had one area player on the …read more.

According to Inside INdiana Business, the general counsel to Indiana Governor Mike Pence has issued a memo to state agencies instructing them to act as if a federal judge’s ruling striking down Indiana’s ban on same-sex marriage had not been issued. A judge has approved an emergency stay on the ruling while the appeals process …read more.

MUNCIE, Ind. – (NASDAQ:MFSF) MutualBank is pleased to announce that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Summit Mortgage Inc., a mortgage banking company headquartered in Fort Wayne. The transaction has received all regulatory approvals and is expected to close in August 2014.Summit Mortgage has been serving Fort Wayne and the surrounding communities for …read more.

Indiana’s seasonally-adjusted unemployment rate held steady in May at 5.7 percent, mainly due to approximately 2,000 unemployed Hoosiers returning to the labor force to look for work. Indiana’s rate of unemployment remains more than one-half of a percentage point below the national rate. Indiana’s labor force gains also continue to outpace the national rate, as …read more.

Information from the Drug Enforcement Administration finds that clandestine drug labs have infiltrated the entire state of Indiana, as well as much of the Midwest. Although the state saw a slight decrease in the number of drug labs found over the last 3 years, overall, federal government data shows northern Indiana and southern Michigan have an especially severe …read more.

Charter Communications Inc. and Comcast Corporation today announced that former Insight Communications Inc. co-founder and CEO and 40-year cable industry veteran Michael S. Willner, has agreed to serve as president and chief executive officer of “SpinCo,” the new cable company that will be spun off from Comcast upon completion of the Comcast – Time Warner …read more.

Is the lake warm yet? I want to try out my special edition reporters Speedo. Yes, I have returned. I apologize for the long gap between picks but Mother Nature has not really helped out the spring sports season thus far. Weather controls every move made during this time of year for athletic departments so …read more.

Indiana Department of Transportation Fort Wayne district reminds everyone that as Work Zone Awareness Week winds down and construction projects go into full swing to think about a few things: In 2013, 13 people lost their lives in work zones in Indiana 30% of work zone accidents are rear-end collisions Expect the unexpected in a …read more.

State Representative Rebecca Kubacki (R-Syracuse) was presented with the Indiana Adoption Agencies United 2014 Friend of Adoption Award. The award was given by IAAU President Doug Linville at the Statehouse. “I have adoptive children of my own and understand what a gift it is,” said Rep. Kubacki. “One of my goals as a legislator has …read more.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency has denied Indiana’s request for assistance to governments and certain non-profits from the severe winter storm that hit Jan. 5-9. (See related) Indiana plans to appeal the decision. On March 6, Indiana requested federal grants for government and certain non-profit organizations in 49 counties. Those counties included: Allen, Benton, Blackford, …read more.

Gas is now more expensive than it has been at any point the past six months and Indiana is among the top 10 states with the highest gas prices in the nation. According to the AAA Daily Fuel Gauge Report, the average gas price in the Hoosier state is $3.71 for regular grade gasoline. That’s …read more.

OrthoWorx announced today that it has formed a University | Industry Advisory Board to better connect the technology and talent needs of Indiana’s orthopedic medical device industry with the assets and capabilities represented by Indiana’s higher education institutions. “We believe this is the right time and the right group of partners to address critical economic and educational challenges facing …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The bracket is out and March Madness is finally underway. The NCAA tournament selection committee went to work and unleashed the blue print for the annual madness on Sunday evening. 68 teams made the cut while others watched the proverbial bubble burst. All roads lead to the Lonestar State this year as Dallas …read more.

Wabash-based Halderman Farm Management Service Inc. says two farmland properties in Indiana sold last week for a total of more than $6 million. The auctions involved land in Rush and Howard counties. The 460-acre property in Rush County sold last week for more than $4.6 million and the 156 acres near Kokomo went for nearly …read more.

Indiana’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped 0.4 percent to 6.4 percent in January and is now at the lowest point since September 2008 (6.3 percent). The rate of unemployment in Indiana remains below all neighboring states and is now lower than the national rate by 0.2 percent. Prior to the benchmarking process, the last time …read more.

Skittles enthusiasts may rest at ease once again. The Indiana State Health Department has released a statement that the candy is once again deemed safe to consume following testing at the Indiana State Department of Health Laboratory. The testing followed the hospitalization of two individuals (see original report) who reportedly ate a contaminated bag of …read more.

A national publication’s annual list of the world’s billionaires again includes four from Indiana. Forbes says Cook Group Inc. Co-Founder Gayle Cook’s net worth increased since last March. Herb Simon, Dean White and Jim Irsay all dropped in the ranking. Cook founded Bloomington-based Cook Medical Group with her late-husband Bill. She places 240th in the world with …read more.

A sweet, sugary snack may pack a rather unsavory surprise for some. Indiana health officials have said packages of original Skittles sold at a store in eastern Indiana caused two individuals to be hospitalized for treatment of burning throats, cramping and diarrhea. According to WSBT, State Health Department spokeswoman Amy Reel said the contaminated candy, …read more.

At 2 a.m. Sunday, Indiana springs forward with daylight saving time. For most of us, moving the clock forward one hour on a Sunday is not a big deal. But, starting Monday, March 10, make sure to have all of your watches and clocks — don’t forget your automobile clocks — straightened out so you …read more.

A new study released today by BMO Harris Bank found Indiana parents spend an average of $704 each month on child-related expenses, slightly below the national average of $795. Hoosiers who are planning to have children estimate the cost will be $1,379, closer to the mark than the national average estimate of $2,143, but still …read more.

Governor Michael R. Pence, together with the Indiana Governor’s Council for People with Disabilities, has proclaimed the month of March as Disability Awareness Month. While Disability Awareness Month continues to focus on inclusion for people with disabilities, the 2014 campaign theme, “Dream to Dare,” reminds us that if we want to have the communities of …read more.

State legislators are set to take up a number of key bills today. Among them, the House Ways and Means Committee is slated to hear a Senate proposal involving the business personal property tax. Governor Mike Pence has pushed the concept of phasing out the business personal property tax as a way of drawing more …read more.

A bill that will allow the distribution of alcohol at the Indiana State Fair has officially passed through the House Public Policy Committee and Senate and will now go before the Indiana House. According to Inside INdiana Business, alcohol sales have been banned since 1947 and could potentially add an additional revenue stream of approximately …read more.

The Indiana Senate is expected to hold a final vote today on a proposed constitutional amendment to further define marriage. The proposal passed second reading last week, without divisive language dealing with civil unions and same sex partner benefits. That result is expected to keep the issue off the ballot this November. Also, one of …read more.

The Senate Rules and Legislative Procedure Committee has passed a proposed constitutional amendment that would further define marriage. The measure now moves to the full Indiana Senate, where language involving domestic partner benefits and civil unions could be restored. Inside INdiana Business says HJR-3 could hit the Senate floor Thursday. Proponents in the Senate are …read more.

Gov. Mike Pence and Lt. Governor Sue Ellspermann today announced a number of measures to help Hoosier families and businesses cope with the propane shortage caused in part by recent extreme winter weather. To assist propane suppliers in meeting the needs of Hoosiers, Gov. Pence has again extended an emergency proclamation to waive propane transport …read more.

Indiana’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped 0.4 percent to 6.9 percent in December and is now at the lowest point since October 2008 (6.8 percent). The rate of unemployment in Indiana remains below all neighboring states. One of the major factors in Indiana’s unemployment rate decline is the number of individuals returning to the labor …read more.

Although no local propane providers want to talk about the issue, Kosciusko County residents are saying there is a propane shortage and those who rely on the fuel to heat their homes are worried. “We were just informed our price is going up to over $6 a gallon,” said Steve Baker of Pierceton. “This is …read more.

Several universities in the state have received high marks from a national publication for online programs. In the annual rankings from U.S. News and World Report, Indiana University Bloomington placed first among the “Best Online Business Graduate Programs” and IPFW was eighth in the category of “Best Online Bachelor’s Programs.” The publication considered factors including …read more.

Indiana officials have so far confirmed 6 deaths related to the winter storm that began Jan. 5 and affected nearly the entire state. As of this morning, 56 counties remained in a Travel Watch (orange) declaration and 23 counties were in Travel Advisory (yellow). Largely, the roads are impacted by snow that has been packed …read more.

State Rep. Rebecca Kubacki of Syracuse has been chosen as a member of the 2013-2014 Class of the Richard G. Lugar Excellence in Public Service Series. The focus of the Lugar Series is to encourage and inspire women to play a more active role in all levels of the politics and government. The 2013-2014 class …read more.

Indiana Gov. Mike Pence has issued a disaster emergency for 29 Indiana counties, including Kosciusko. The declaration was signed Jan. 6 by Pence and is in effect for 30 days. It orders the Indiana Department of Homeland Security in all affected counties to coordinate necessary assistance with appropriate federal, state and local agencies. The declaration …read more.

Indiana gained 25,300 private sector jobs in November, the largest one-month increase in the Hoosier State on record. The Indiana Department of Workforce Development announced that all employment sectors saw significant growth, with the exception of the leisure and hospitality sector, which was unchanged for the month. Employment sectors experiencing the largest increases in hiring …read more.

In lieu of the usual weekly album review, I thought I’d follow suit with many music publications and offer up some of the best music from 2013. This week’s list will cover local and regional acts from the Hoosier state. Before we get to it, I have to admit I’m new to Indiana, and I’ve …read more.

Governor Mike Pence announced today that Indiana has maintained its AAA credit ratings from all three bond agencies: Standard and Poor’s, Moody’s and Fitch Ratings. Indiana has held AAA ratings with all three agencies since April of 2010. “Fiscal discipline is the foundation of our prosperity,” said Governor Pence. “Today’s news is a testament to …read more.

The U.S. corn crop is projected to reach record production this year but won’t be quite as large as initially expected because heavy spring rain in parts of the country prevented some acres from being planted, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Friday (Nov. 8) crop production report. Indiana’s corn crop also is expected …read more.

In its largest-ever settlement of a Medicaid fraud case, the state of Indiana will receive nearly $17 million from Johnson & Johnson and its subsidiaries to resolve lawsuits alleging the pharmaceutical manufacturer engaged in illegal off-label marketing and payment of kickbacks to promote its drugs Risperdal and Invega, among others. The repayment by Johnson & …read more.

Indiana is making an additional $23 million available to low-income Hoosiers to cover child care expenses in state fiscal year 2014 – an increase of 58 percent over state fiscal year 2013 – to help provide additional support for low-income, working families. Federal law allows each state to transfer up to 30 percent of its …read more.

Consumers should not have a problem finding good-quality Indiana pumpkins for Halloween. Purdue University Plant Pathologist Dan Egel said, despite two drastically different weather patterns over the summer, Indiana’s pumpkin crops are fruitful. Egel said, “The first half of the summer was good for providing moisture for the pumpkins, and most pumpkins are not irrigated. …read more.

A couple of Indiana Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives voted in favor of the package to end the partial shutdown of the federal government and avoid default on U.S. debt. The bill passed the chamber last night and was quickly signed by President Barack Obama. Congressman Marlin Stutzman (R-3) voted against the proposal, …read more.

The certified public accounting firm of Katz, Sapper & Miller LLP today released the results of their seventh annual Indiana manufacturing survey. This statewide study of employers in Indiana’s largest industry was commissioned by Katz, Sapper & Miller and developed in partnership with the IU Kelley School of Business – Indianapolis, Conexus Ind., and the …read more.

The Indiana Statewide Certified Development Corporation funded more than $17 million to 38 Indiana small businesses in fiscal year 2013. The total amount of $17,912,000 was provided by the Indiana Statewide CDC through the U.S. Small Business Administration 504 loan program. The loans are expected to create or save more than 275 jobs in Indiana. …read more.

As Indiana lawmakers look to improve safety standards at day care centers, more than 1,000 unlicensed centers could lose federal money and ultimately be forced to close. The move comes from child deaths that have occurred in day care facilities, but would still exempt home day care operations like the one where a Warsaw toddler …read more.

Last week I was grandstanding. This week I am grabbing the soap box. Maybe next week I will start “Tebowing” just for kicks. I have noticed that we, as fans, too often get caught up in the passion we have for our teams. In the past few weeks I have covered several prep contests where …read more.

Indiana Secretary of State Connie Lawson announced Wednesday the release of new Indiana voter registration forms. These improved forms will help decrease the possibility of voter registration fraud by tracking the chain of custody for voter registration applications. “By creating a custody trail, we are providing county clerks with the tools they need to stop …read more.

(EDITOR’S NOTE: Steve Roth, property manager at Tri-County Fish & Wildlife Area, North Webster, said Tri-County is still open for hunting and fishing.) Due to a lapse in appropriations that has caused a federal government shutdown, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service facilities and lands are now closed to the public and public use activities have …read more.

CHICAGO – U.S. Housing and Urban Development Midwest Regional Administrator Antonio R. Riley announced today that HUD is approving a $30 million loan guarantee to Indiana to capitalize the state’s Community Enhancement and Economic Development Loan Fund. This state-administered loan program will distribute funds to communities throughout the state to provide financing for a variety …read more.

According to data just released by the Indiana Department of Education, the number of voucher applications submitted for the 2013-2014 school year totaled 20,047 as of the Sept. 1 deadline. More students are participating in the Choice Scholarship Program and the latest figures reflect the largest applicant pool in Indiana history. “It’s encouraging to see …read more.

Inside INdiana Business reports today the battle over the state’s right to work law is headed to the Indiana Supreme Court. Lake County Superior Court Judge John Sedia ruled the law violates the state constitution. Sedia ruled the law violates the section of the state constitution that does not allow services “without just compensation.” A …read more.

(UPDATE: Police have cancelled the Amber Alert and say the child has been recovered and is safe.) The Fishers Police Department is investigating an abducted child from Fishers, Ind., northeast of Indianapolis. Sophia Snow, age 7, is believed to be in extreme danger. It is unknown what she was last seen wearing. Sophia Snow was …read more.

Information about prescription drug abuse – including how to recognize signs and symptoms and where to find help – is now a click away. Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller and the Indiana Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Task Force teamed up to launch BitterPill.IN.gov. This website, armed with a toolkit of resources for Hoosiers, is part …read more.

Indiana Department of Workforce Development Commissioner Scott B. Sanders announced today the intention to execute a contract with CTB/McGraw-Hill to provide a new high school equivalency assessment that will replace the General Educational Development test currently in use. The new assessment will ensure Indiana offers a high school equivalency test that matches employer demand and …read more.

Many state workplace safety agencies are falling short in their mission of providing safety and health protections to their states’ workforces, the National Council for Occupational Safety and Health said today after analyzing the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s annual evaluations of the state programs. Under the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Act, state-run …read more.

Secretary of State Connie Lawson announced today that her office has reached an agreement in principle regarding terms of a settlement for $14 million with the Indiana State Teachers Association (ISTA) and the National Education Association (NEA) for allegedly defrauding Hoosier teachers out of over $27 million. The Secretary of State’s office alleged that ISTA …read more.

The Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) has released the statewide findings from the 2013 Point-in-Time Homeless Count. Conducted every January, the count is a snap shot of homelessness in the state on a particular night. Held on Jan. 30, the Point-in-Time Homeless Count is a requirement by the U.S. Department of Housing and …read more.

Following the statewide problems associated with the 2013 CTB McGraw-Hill’s administration of the ISTEP+ this past spring, the Indiana Department of Education has released findings as to the validity of the test results of schools affected by continual server interruptions. Though many schools systems, such as Warsaw Community School Corporation, reported a belief that the …read more.

Facebook followers of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources can “talk” online about the Healthy Rivers INitiative with Angela Tilton, HRI liaison, on Wednesday, July 31. From 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., the DNR’s Facebook wall. Tilton will discuss the state’s largest land initiative and its successes over the past three years, including benefits to …read more.

The Indiana Department of Education is planning to release findings today on the validity of spring ISTEP results. The state has been investigating issues associated with test administrator CTB/McGraw-Hill LLC that caused widespread glitches that invalidated This year a total of 482,000 students completed the ISTEP examination. However, according to officials, 78,000 students were online …read more.

According to a report released by the National Association of Manufacturers, Indiana is among the top states in the country in creation of manufacturing job creation. According to the association, from December 2009 to March 2013, a total of 53.4 million jobs were created in the manufacturing job sector in Indiana. Only Michigan and Texas …read more.

A company from Kosciusko County has earned a place in Indiana’s sixth annual field of “Companies to Watch.” The local company to be honored is Warsaw-based Sportula Products, a retailer and supplier of officially licensed sports team spatulas, coasters and barbecue sets. “The entrepreneurial spirit soars in this year’s class of ‘Companies to Watch’,” said …read more.

The U.S. Department of Labor has announced the Indiana Department of Workforce Development will receive an additional $2.34 million in federal funds to retrain dislocated workers over the next two years. The grant is part of a $58 million effort to bolster state initiatives to retrain laid-off individuals through short-term class work or on-the-job training. …read more.

Current employment date for Kosciusko County provides “a positive look at our economy” and “it reflects our efforts to enhance and assist our existing businesses in expansion,” said George Robertson, president of Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation. Robertson said monthly unemployment/employment data is based on a sample survey and estimates. “It is known for inaccuracy. The …read more.

Indiana’s private sector added 9,000 jobs in May, the largest monthly increase since February of 2012. Growth occurred at twice the national average for the month (0.4 percent vs. 0.2 percent). Private sector employment in the Hoosier State is now at pre-recession levels not seen since July of 2008. Indiana’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate also …read more.

The Indiana, Kentucky and Ohio Token and Medal Society will hold its quarterly meeting beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday, June 8, at 600 N. Colfax St., Warsaw, in the Courts of Colfax social rooms. The public is invited to join the group to trade, sell or buy tokens, medals and other small collectibles. Admission is …read more.

The Indiana Real Estate Markets Report today released by the state’s REALTORS shows that statewide, when comparing April 2013 to April 2012, the following occurred: • The number of closed home sales increased 18 percent to 6,569, • The median sale price of those homes increased 2.6 percent to $119,000, • The average sale price …read more.

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Agricultural industries contributed $37.9 billion to Indiana’s economy in 2011, according to a new report from Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business. “Agriculture’s Bounty: The Economic Contribution of Agriculture,” produced by the Indiana Business Research Center, also said that the state’s agricultural output supports nearly 190,000 Hoosier jobs. Of those jobs, 103,000 …read more.

Indiana was ranked as the best place to do business in the Midwest and the fifth best nationwide in a survey of more than 500 chief executives by Chief Executive magazine. The magazine’s ninth annual “Best and Worst States” survey asks CEOs to evaluate states based on business tax policies, regulation, workforce quality and livability …read more.

In honor of National Bike Month, the League of American Bicyclists has released its latest Bicycle Friendly States ranking. In the sixth annual assessment, Indiana achieved a #42 ranking nationally, while placing #11 in the Midwest. “We are encouraged to see significant progress in top states like Washington, Delaware, Colorado and Oregon,” said Andy Clarke, president …read more.

Warsaw Community Schools is pleased to announce that Mr. Tracy Horrell has been selected as the District 2 Secondary Assistant Principal of the Year by the Indiana Association of School Principals and the Horace Mann Companies. Horrell was selected based on his community involvement, school service and evidence of school leadership at Edgewood Middle School, …read more.

Military veterans would have access to more affordable college education under legislation authored by State Sen. Jim Banks (R-Columbia City). A final version of Senate Bill 177 passed both the Senate and House of Representatives today and now moves to the governor’s desk for signature into law. SB 177 grants in-state tuition eligibility to honorably …read more.

Her Majesty The Queen of England has bestowed upon retired U.S. Sen. Richard G. Lugar the rank of honorary Knight Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire. The presentation will be made to Lugar at the British Embassy in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday. Sir Peter Westmacott, British Ambassador to the United States …read more.

Department of Natural Resources grants totaling more than $693,000 will be used to fund the battle against invasive aquatic vegetation in Indiana’s lakes. Of the $693,000 allotted, a total of $127,020 will be used for lakes within Kosciusko County. Lakes to receive aide against invasive aquatic vegetation include Kuhn, Big Barbee, Little Barbee, Irish, Sawmill, …read more.

The U.S. Senate on Thursday voted 79-20 to amend the 2.3 percent medical device tax in an effort to save American jobs, but the resolution alone is not binding. The bipartisan budget amendment calls for the end of the medical device tax enacted as part of President Obama’s healthcare reform law, but unless the entire …read more.

  State Rep. Rebecca Kubacki spoke at the Association of Cities and Towns Legislative Day at the Indiana Statehouse in support of continuing the fight against meth. Rep. Kubacki joined Gov. Mike Pence, Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallmer and Evansville Mayor Lloyd Winnecke in a presentation outlining the legislative body’s agenda for IACT members. The Indiana …read more.

Indiana added 8,200 private sector jobs in January, marking the 19th consecutive month of job growth. Over the past month the Hoosier State accounted for nearly 6 percent of the nation’s private sector employment increase while adding jobs at three times the national rate (0.3 percent versus 0.1 percent). Since July 2009, the low point …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – While spring brings warmer weather and longer days to Indiana, it also comes with volatile weather that can increase the risk of floods. The National Weather Service, Indiana State Police, the Indiana Department of Transportation and the Indiana Department of Homeland Security are encouraging Hoosiers to take the time during Flood Safety Awareness …read more.

In 2011, Indiana law made it illegal for anyone to dispose of electronics in the trash. That means Hoosiers have to find other ways to get rid of or otherwise recycle old or broken electronics. Enrique Marrufo II operates PC-Recycling Service in Warsaw and it is a free service for everyone. “I have always been …read more.

As of Monday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture reported insurance payouts for 2012 corn, soybeans and wheat losses due to the drought topped $1.04 billion, and the amount is expected to grow. The total payout has already doubled the previous record of $522 million in 2008. In a press release issued by Purdue University, PU …read more.

More than 1.5 million taxpayers already have taken advantage of Indiana’s Automatic Taxpayer Refund credit as of March 10. About 76 percent of all taxpayers filing as of March 10 have qualified for the credit. More than $171 million has been awarded to Hoosier taxpayers so far this season. At this point, the state is …read more.

A Purdue University survey shows that Indiana farmland values have continued to increase despite last summer’s severe drought, and farm managers and rural appraisers from across the state expect the trend to continue. The results of the survey, conducted at a Feb. 5 meeting of the Indiana Chapter of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers, closely …read more.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Dan Coats (R-Ind.) congratulates Collin Jeffrey Parker of Warsaw on his acceptance into the United States Military Academy at West Point. Coats nominated Parker, a senior at Culver Military Academy, for an appointment to West Point. “There is no greater honor for an American citizen than wearing the uniform in service …read more.

As schools across the state of Indiana begin to prepare for ISTEP+ testing over the next few weeks, one local school is helping students become more confident for the test. According to Lincoln Elementary School Principal Kathy Snider, the school will be providing students with ISTEP+ preparation today from 2:45 p.m. to approximately 3:15-3:20 p.m. The …read more.

Until now, if you wanted to enjoy Sun King beer you had to be in central Indiana, but all of that is about to change. After a series of expansion efforts to increase capacity and vetting a number of distribution options, Sun King will now be available in southeastern Indiana and across the northern third …read more.

Hobart, Ind., based Luke Oil will be continuing an aggressive growth strategy in 2013. In addition to growth in their wholesale, transport and car wash divisions, Luke anticipates adding at least six new retail convenience store sites in 2013 which will generate over 40 career opportunities in the Northwest Indiana job market. Through their Mission …read more.

A 75-year-old Indiana grain farmer will observe as the U.S. Supreme Court today weighs arguments over his right to plant and use seeds that he purchased legally. Vernon Hugh Bowman, who grows soybeans, has carried his fight against $12 billion agribusiness giant Monsanto Company to the highest court in the land as he seeks to …read more.

Indiana Gov. Mike Pence expressed disappointment with the budget proposed by the Indiana House of Representatives, which increases spending but offers no new tax relief for Hoosiers. He resolved to protect taxpayers in continuing budget negotiations. “I am very disappointed in the House budget proposal. Despite having the largest budget surplus in history, this House …read more.

Michelle Cain, a wildlife information specialist with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, provided the following information dispelling seven common myths concerning wildlife: Myth 1: The Indiana DNR has released rattlesnakes to control the turkey population. Truth: Rattlesnakes rarely eat eggs and wouldn’t be effective in controlling the turkey population. Also, the DNR has never …read more.

Rep. Rebecca Kubacki (R-Syracuse) and her fellow House legislators and staff wore sneakers at the Statehouse Monday in support of the “Suits and Sneakers” challenge to promote awareness of the fight against cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, last year 35,000 Hoosiers heard the words “you have cancer,” and of those, 13,000 lost their …read more.

Rising healthcare costs, changes in federal reimbursement, and increasing complexity of federal and state regulations can impact the operational health and well-being of Indiana hospitals and healthcare practices in rural Indiana. To combat this and help provide a level competitive healthcare playing field, the Indiana Rural Health Association will begin offering SuiteSTATS, a comprehensive enterprise-level …read more.

Indiana Department of Workforce Development announced today that Indiana’s private sector employment grew by 8,300 jobs in December, further bolstering a remarkable year of job gains. The Hoosier State added nearly 54,000 jobs in 2012, the largest growth in a calendar year in over a decade. Private sector employment in Indiana is now at almost …read more.