Beware of Email Scam

scam-alert-150x120Area residents are receiving emails purported to be from a Knox pastor raising money for a grant to assist needy people. The request gives a telephone number and requests that you send money with a pre-paid card from Walmart. The entire effort is a scam. Report any contact to local law enforcement officials.

Teens Face Reckless Driving and Alcohol Charges Following Traffic Stop

police-lightsA Friday night traffic stop of a car reportedly traveling 110 miles per hour in a posted 60 mph zone resulted in the detention of five teenagers by the Indiana State Police. Troopers spotted a 2001 Dodge Caravan traveling southbound on U.S. 31 just before midnight, according to a news release. As they were catching up to the van, troopers reportedly saw the five teens throw alcoholic beverages out the van’s windows. Continue reading

Gov. Pence Signs Regional Cities Bill During Goshen Appearance

Indiana Governor Mike Pence gifts signing pen to State Senator Jim Arnold following Regional Cities bill signing
Indiana Governor Mike Pence gifts signing pen to State Senator Jim Arnold following Regional Cities bill signing

Governor Mike Pence appeared in Goshen on Wednesday to ceremonially sign legislation that looks to boost Northern Indiana’s quality of place.

The Regional Cities program – which is funded through Tax Amnesty dollars – is designed to partner public and private investment, and lead to projects that dramatically improve an area’s quality of place.
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