SUV Fatality in Northern Jasper County
A two vehicle crash between a semi pulling a flatbed trailer hauling two steel coils and an SUV, resulted in the death of the driver of the SUV. He was 30 year old Justin A. Hardesty, of
DeMotte Man Charged with Attempted Murder and Arson
The Jasper County Sheriff’s Office reported the warrant arrest of 29 year old Carlos M. Yanez, following an investigation that took place after a fire at Island Grove Mobile Home Park, northwest of the Interstate 65-State Road
Local Author to Speak at ‘Empowering Girls’ Event on Feb. 18
Shannon Anderson of Rensselaer, whose awarding winning children’s book “I Love Strawberries,” received the national book of the year award from Farm Bureau, will be a speaker at this event for girls ages 11 to 18.
Fire at Rensselaer Business on Thursday
The Rensselaer Fire Department responded to a structure fire at Paul’s Auto Repair, 1658 North McKinley Avenue, on the city’s far northside, at 1:38 p.m. on Thursday. In a press release issued by Fire Chief Kenny Haun
2nd Annual “Empowering Girls” in Jasper County February 18
This event is created to uplift and empower young girls to be successful in a dominating world. This year’s theme is “Let Your Fears Make You Fierce,” and is designed for girls ages 11-18, and their caregivers,
“PINK” Event in Rensselaer to Benefit Person Fighting Breast Cancer
This annual event, known this year as Pink Winter Wonderland, will be taking place February 25. Organizer of PINK, Michelle Oliver, has more information on what will take place and how you can help with donations, sponsorship
Jasper County Airport Manager Talks About the Facility
The Greater Rensselaer Chamber of Commerce January meeting was held at the Jasper County Airport. Manager of the airport is Emily Hackler, and she spoke about a Master Plan; a future, paved east-west runway; speaking to area
Purdue Extension In Newton County Upcoming Programs
Educator at the extension office, Deb Arsenau, has information on an upcoming program designed to help protect you and your financial safety, the benefits of young children working with blocks, women’s agricultural enrichment programs and 4H information,
Rensselaer School Supt. Talks About Final School Board Mtg. of 2022
Our news department spoke with RCSC Superintendent Curt Craig recently about December’s school board meeting, including the public comments section of the event. We spoke with him about what was discussed.
Man Injured Also Faces Preliminary Felony Charge
Indiana State Police said a Baltimore, Ohio man, 33 year old Joseph D. Smith, drove his vehicle into the median and crashed last Saturday afternoon, northbound on Interstate 65, just south of the U. S. 24 interchange.