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Early-Morning Chase Ends With Arrest, ICE Hold in Bronson Township
(BRONSON TOWNSHIP) - A traffic stop early Thursday led to a vehicle pursuit, foot chase and arrest in Bronson Township, with authorities confirming the suspect is now being held for immigration enforcement -- a relatively rare occurrence in the area.The incident began around 2:17 a.m. Jan. 15 whe...
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Kruse Plaza to Host Large-Scale Fighting Game Tournament This Weekend
(AUBURN) - Hundreds of competitive gamers are expected to gather at Kruse Plaza this weekend for a multi-day fighting game tournament billed as the largest of its kind in Indiana.The event, known as Afterburner, begins Friday and runs for three days at the Auburn event venue. Organizers expect mo...
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Insect Art Exhibit Opens Today at APAA Youth Gallery
(ANGOLA) - An art exhibit showcasing insect-based artwork by artist Shane Morris opens today at the Angola Performing Arts Academy Youth Gallery, with a public artist reception scheduled for Friday evening.The exhibit, titled Insect Collective, features fine art created from preserved insects and...
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Polar Plunge Winter Event Set for Saturday at Lake James
(ANGOLA) - Area residents are invited to take part in a Polar Plunge winter event Saturday, Jan. 17, at Lake James, with proceeds supporting local organizations.The event will be hosted by the Waterfront Bistro and 4 Korners and will take place throughout the afternoon. Activities begin at noon ...
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Kendallville Mother, Two Young Children Killed in Icy Whitley County Crash
(COLUMBIA CITY) - Authorities have identified a Kendallville woman and her two small children as the victims of a deadly crash Wednesday evening in Whitley County.The Whitley County Sheriff's Department said 31-year-old Emily Franks of Kendallville was killed along with her children, ages 3 and 1...
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Final Nominations Due This Weekend for Branch County Community Awards
(COLDWATER) - Time is running out to recognize the people and organizations making a difference across Branch County.The Coldwater Area Chamber of Commerce says nominations for its 72nd Annual Community Awards close this Sunday. The awards honor outstanding service in categories including Citizen...
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Wisconsin Couple Wins $150,000 in ACD Museum Sweepstakes
(AUBURN) - A Wisconsin couple made a special trip to Auburn this week to pick up a big prize -- a $150,000 check from the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum.Steve and Jennifer Holmes of McFarland, Wisconsin, were the winners of the museum's 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Sweepstakes. The coupl...
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Braun Says 'State of the State Is Strong,' Puts Affordability Front and Center
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Indiana Gov. Mike Braun declared the "state of the state is strong" Wednesday night during his second State of the State address, outlining a 2026 agenda focused on affordability, utilities, health care, housing and taxes.Speaking as the 2026 legislative session continues, Braun ...
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Angola Chamber Names 2026 Leadership, Welcomes New Board Members
(ANGOLA) - The Angola Area Chamber of Commerce has announced its 2026 Board of Directors and executive leadership, bringing new faces into key roles guiding the organization in the year ahead.Three members are joining the board this year. Daisy Ashley of Lakeland Internet and Lisa Biers of the St...
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Two Injured in Four-Vehicle Crash on I-69 After Semi Breaks Down
(AUBURN) - Two people were injured Wednesday afternoon in a four-vehicle crash on southbound Interstate 69 in DeKalb County after a semi's trailer axles failed, triggering a chain-reaction collision.The crash happened around 1:40 p.m. near the 326 mile marker, according to the DeKalb County Sheri...
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