A somewhat obscure federal program designed to reduce drug prices for health providers is getting scrutiny from lawmakers this year, with many questioning whether those savings are being used …

DeMOTTE— Franciscan Health in conjunction with Purdue Extension and Northwest Indiana Fetal Infant Mortality Review will be hosting the Third Annual Jasper Newton Community Baby Shower on Satu…

JASPER COUNTY — The Gilmore-Brandenburg Farm, the Walter Farm and the Wilma Jean Lehe Farm in Jasper County were recognized with 100-year Homestead awards by area legislators in 2024.

RENSSELAER — Longtime Rensselaer resident, man-about-town and ex-Saint Joseph’s College economics professor Bob Schenk was recognized with a simple but appropriate honor by city officials last week.

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INDIANAPOLIS — Jasper County native Ben Olson is gaining experience as an intern with State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and his fellow members of the Indiana House of Representatives duri…

DeMOTTE – On April 5, Keener Township Volunteer Fire Department took time to honor two man involved in the water rescue that, most likely, saved the life of a victim who had fallen into the sw…

RENSSELAER — Gov. Mike Braun took a break from signing legislation at the Statehouse to visit with city officials and constituents in Rensselaer last week.

When February arrives with cherry blossoms and celebrations for President George Washington’s birthday, we remember the enduring myth about our First President chopping down the cherry tree wh…

Farmer sentiment declined in March as concerns over agricultural trade and farm policy weighed on producers’ outlook for the future. The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer fell 1…

FAIR OAKS — The third annual Saint Joseph’s College Hall of Fame and Wall of Honor luncheon at Fair Oaks Farms later this month will have a homey feel to it.

WEST LAFAYETTE — Jasper County youth who have completed grades 7, 8 and 9 are eligible to participate in the 4-H Round-Up on June 23-25 on Purdue University’s West Lafayette campus.

In my last column I wrote that grace was not new in the New Testament. The covenant (testament) was new, but grace was not new. “Noah found grace in the eyes of the Lord.” (Genesis 6:8) God’s …

INDIANAPOLIS — A resolution co-sponsored by State Rep. Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) seeking to amend congressional term limits into the U.S. Constitution is heading to the governor.

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LAFAYETTE — The Indiana State Police Lafayette District has announced the retirement of K-9 Jordy, a dedicated and courageous member of the force since 2015.

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WEST LAFAYETTE — Jasper County youth who have completed grades 7, 8 and 9 are eligible to participate in the 4-H Round-Up on June 23-25 on Purdue University’s West Lafayette campus.