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Gas Prices Hit Highest Level In Four Years

(NATIONAL) - Gas prices across the U.S. have reached their highest level in four years.The national average climbed to $4.18 a gallon Tuesday, according to AAA, marking a roughly 40 percent increase since late February.Prices have not been this high since April 2022.The spike comes amid rising gl...

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State Rep. Smaltz Endorses Hamilton For Steuben County Prosecutor

(STEUBEN COUNTY) - A local candidate for prosecutor is picking up a key endorsement ahead of the primary.State Representative Ben Smaltz has announced his support for Stephanie Hamilton in the race for Steuben County Prosecutor.In a statement, Smaltz called Hamilton a "trusted friend and neighbor...

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CDC Warns Of Drug-Resistant Salmonella Cases Linked To Backyard Poultry

(STATEWIDE) - Federal health officials are warning about a salmonella outbreak that includes cases in Indiana and is affecting a high number of children.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says at least 34 people in 13 states have been infected with the same strain of salmonella linked...

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Gov Braun Launches AI Website Focused On Jobs, Wages

(INDIANAPOLIS) - Governor Mike Braun has announced a new artificial intelligence initiative aimed at boosting jobs and wages across Indiana.State officials say the new "IN AI" website is designed to help businesses adopt AI tools, improve operations, and connect with workers. The platform was dev...

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Indiana Launches Real-Time Gas Price Tracking Website

(INDIANAPOLIS) - Indiana drivers can now track gas prices in real time across the state.Attorney General Todd Rokita has launched "IN Fuel Watch," an online portal that monitors prices at more than 4,600 gas stations.The site allows users to search, filter, and sort stations by price, city, or na...

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Ohio Lawmakers Push To Name 'Loveland Frogman' Official State Cryptid

(COLUMBUS) - A new bill in Ohio could give a local legend official status.Lawmakers have introduced legislation to name the "Loveland Frogman" as the state's official cryptid.The proposal, House Bill 821, is sponsored by State Representatives Tristan Rader and Jean Schmidt.The Loveland Frogman is...

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Noble County Farm Selected As Featured Farmer At Indiana State Fair

(INDIANAPOLIS) - A Noble County farm will be featured at this year's Indiana State Fair.Promise Keeper Farms, which produces lavender and lavender-based products, has been selected as one of the 2026 Featured Farmers.The farm will be highlighted August 16 as part of the fair's annual program that...

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Garrett High School Welcomes New Principal

(GARRETT) - Garrett High School will have a new principal starting next school year.The Garrett-Keyser-Butler Community School District Board has approved Kyle Wood to take over the role beginning with the 2026-2027 school year.Wood brings 18 years of experience in education, including the past 1...

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Who Got Locked Up: April 28, 2026

(ANGOLA/COLDWATER) - Here's a look at recent jail bookings in Steuben and Branch counties.In Steuben County:Five arrests were reported between Monday morning and early Tuesday.Mason Holbrook, 39, of Coldwater, was arrested on I-69 on a charge of resisting law enforcement. Bond was set at $2,500.C...

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Trine University Inflates 'Thunderdome,' Opening Expected Soon

(ANGOLA) - A major new athletic facility at Trine University is nearing completion.University officials say the school has successfully inflated its new indoor dome, known as the "Thunderdome," with an opening expected in the coming weeks, according to WANE-TV.The nearly $8 million facility spans...

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