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Casino Bidding Now Underway In Northeast Indiana
(INDIANAPOLIS) -- The next phase in northeast Indiana's casino push is now underway.Indiana has opened the bidding process for a new casino license, with developers expected to submit proposals by December first, according to World Casino News.The Indiana Gaming Commission will review those bids ...
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Steuben Casino Study Now Public: What The Report Actually Shows
(ANGOLA) -- The full feasibility study examining a potential casino in Steuben County is now available to the public, offering a detailed look at the assumptions, projections and limitations behind the proposal.The report, commissioned by the Steuben County Economic Development Corporation was pr...
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Steuben Casino Study Given to One Outlet Ahead of Public Release, Raising Transparency Questions
(ANGOLA) - A casino feasibility study paid for by the Steuben County Economic Development Corporation has not yet been released to the public--but details were provided in advance to a single media outlet.That outlet, the Herald Republican, published key findings from the study ahead of its sched...
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Bob Ross-Themed 'Happy Little 5K' Returns to Indiana State Parks
(ANGOLA) - A popular outdoor event inspired by Hoosier artist Bob Ross is returning to Indiana, with options for participants to take part locally.The "Run for the Trees: Happy Little 5K" is a virtual event that allows participants to run, walk, or hike a 5K at a location of their choice between ...
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Angola Middle School Names Miller Golden Apple Teacher of the Year
(ANGOLA) - Angola Middle School has named its Golden Apple Teacher of the Year.Brian Miller, a seventh-grade math teacher, received the honor. The award is nominated and voted on by school staff.Miller has nearly 30 years of service in the district. School officials say his dedication in the clas...
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Braun Signals Marijuana Legalization May Be Revisited in Indiana
(FORT WAYNE) - Indiana Governor Mike Braun says the state may need to take another look at marijuana legalization.Braun recently said he is "agnostic" on medical marijuana, but noted that with neighboring states allowing some form of legal cannabis, the issue may need to be addressed.Marijuana re...
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Officials Warn of Synthetic Opioid '10 Times Stronger Than Fentanyl'
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Health officials in Marion County are warning about a powerful new synthetic opioid that has been linked to overdoses across the Midwest.The drug, known as cychlorphine, is described as significantly more potent than fentanyl, with officials warning even a microscopic amount can ...
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Dutch Bros Opening Draws Traffic, Long Lines in Auburn
(AUBURN) - A new coffee shop is creating big crowds--and traffic headaches--in Auburn.Dutch Bros opened its new location last week, and long lines of cars quickly backed up onto nearby streets and into surrounding business lots.Auburn Police say off-duty officers have been directing traffic, with...
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Indiana Regulators Press Utilities Over Rising Electric Bills
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Indiana regulators are demanding answers from utility companies as energy bills continue to rise across the state.The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission held an investigative inquiry Tuesday at the PNC Center in downtown Indianapolis, questioning leaders from five major utilit...
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Fort Wayne Approves Fines for Transporting Homeless Into City
(FORT WAYNE) - The Fort Wayne City Council has approved a new ordinance that makes it illegal to bring homeless individuals into the city under certain circumstances.21Alive reports the measure, passed unanimously Monday, allows for a $2,500 fine for anyone who transports a "transient homeless in...
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