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Thursday, October 9, 2025

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Understanding the current U.S. Government shutdown:

October 8, 2025

The U.S. government is currently experiencing a shutdown for the first time since 2019, due to disagreements among lawmakers. The...

Midwest Contract Manufacturing Showcase returns

October 8, 2025

Get ready for an exciting month as Shipshewana prepares to welcome the Midwest’s finest contract manufacturers at the upcoming Midwest...

Elijah Haven expands youth awareness program

October 8, 2025

Elijah Haven Crisis Intervention Center marks National Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October. This year, October 16 is set aside...

Lakeland High School celebrates homecoming

October 8, 2025

Lakeland High School had much to celebrate this previous weekend as the Lakers capped off their Homecoming festivities with a...

Alleged child molester arrested

October 8, 2025

An arrest has been made in connection with a Sheriff’s Office investigation into an alleged child molesting. On October 1,...

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Arrest Records

October 8, 2025

The following arrests were reported by the LaGrange County Sheriff’s Office on September 28: Kyle Davis, 32, of Elkhart, was arrested by the LaGrange Police Department on a charge of false identification. The following arrests were reported by the LaGrange...

Governor Braun Proclaims October 3, 2025 as Manufacturing Day in Indiana

October 8, 2025

Indiana Governor Mike Braun recently issued a proclamation declaring October 3, 2025 to be Manufacturing Day, recognizing the importance of the manufacturing industry across the State of Indiana and its contribution to the national, state and local economy. Manufacturing Day...

Recycling – Concerns with Service

Recycling – Concerns with Service

October 8, 2025

Over the last couple of months, Town Hall has received several phone calls and messages from residents frustrated that their recycling bins were not picked up. We contacted representa­tives from Borden’s Waste-Away Group, and they are experienc­ing a shortage of...

Construction on CR 20

October 8, 2025

The project on CR 20 from CR 37 to SR 13 has been ongoing for almost two years. Last year, crews installed water main and sanitary sewer along CR 20 and then placed asphalt pavement to get through the winter...

Arrest Records

October 1, 2025

The following arrests were reported by the La­Grange County Sheriff’s Office on September 20: Williams Raley, 27, of Howe, was arrested by the LaGrange Police Department on a charge of operating while intox­icated. Marcelino Ballinas, 66, of Howe, was arrested...

Sports

Panthers trimmed at Woodlan

Panthers trimmed at Woodlan

October 8, 2025

Prairie Heights dropped a 30-6 varsity football decision to Woodlan last Friday night in Woodburn. The host Warriors set the tone early, driving 62 yards in 12 plays on the opening possession of the game. Ashtin Jacquay, capped off the...

Bontrager wins fourth NECC title

Bontrager wins fourth NECC title

October 8, 2025

Westview’s Noah Bon­trager completed a career sweep of the NECC boys cross country champion­ship this past Saturday in Ligonier. The Warrior senior traversed the West No­ble course in a time of 15:21.54 to win his fourth straight NECC race. Next...

Three county girls nab All-NECC XC honors

Three county girls nab All-NECC XC honors

October 8, 2025

Prairie Heights junior Olivia Ritter, Lakeland senior Lana Vankoevering and Westview senior Bai­ley Manns each earned spots on the All-NECC Chargers jolt Lakers to clinch title West Noble completed a perfect run through its NECC Big School Division slate last...

Community

From the Lions Den

From the Lions Den

October 8, 2025

Sometimes we take things for granted that make living in Northeast Indiana such a pleasure. We have a multitude of gorgeous natural scenery and rustic beauty for which many outsiders yearn, but we also have a great number of hidden...

Join the fun at LoveWay’s 4th annual Barn Boo-Nanza

Join the fun at LoveWay’s 4th annual Barn Boo-Nanza

October 8, 2025

If you’re searching for a safe and enjoyable Halloween celebration specifically designed for families with children with disabilities, look no further! LoveWay Inc., a nonprofit organization that provides equine-assisted services to individuals with disabilities, is excited to announce its 4th...

Halloween

Halloween

October 8, 2025

Friday Oct. 17 Not so Spooky Trail Kid’s costume contest 6 p.m. Adult’s costume contest 8 p.m. Live music 6 – 9 p.m. Linder’s Tavern on Main. A fall family program with little ones in mind. Saturday Oct. 18 Fall...

Opinion

Your Will – Your Way

Your Will – Your Way

— Emily Christ | October 8, 2025

Having a will is cru­cial for ensuring that your wishes are carried out after your death and for providing clarity and guidance to your loved ones during a difficult time. A will is a legal doc­ument that outlines how you...

Breathe Easy on the Farm

Breathe Easy on the Farm

— Jeff Burbrink | October 8, 2025

Most folks picture farm life as clean country air and wide-open spaces, the kind of place where lungs should thrive. But the truth is, farming can be tough on your breath­ing. From dusty grain bins and silage gases, and the...

Quiet Fuel

Quiet Fuel

— Sara Patrick | October 8, 2025

Social media is a black hole of digital socializa­tion, often painted full of “memes” - images or photos meant to send (oftentimes a humorous or sarcastic) message, whether in part or fully truthful. One such meme I’ve seen circulate the...

Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor

October 1, 2025

Dear Editor, I am writing to share my personal experience with the Medicaid system, which has left my family and countless others in a dire situation. My name is Jennifer Clayton, and for the past year and a half, I...

Encephalitis, mosquitos again a local concern in 2025

Encephalitis, mosquitos again a local concern in 2025

— Jeff Burbrink | October 1, 2025

When I hear the words Eastern Equine Enceph­alitis (EEE), I immedi­ately get jumpy. It’s a nasty mosquito borne disease that affects horses and people, affecting their brain and nervous system. About 90% of horses, donkeys and other equine species will...

Purpose-Driven LaGrange County: Meet Paul Miller

Purpose-Driven LaGrange County: Meet Paul Miller

— Sara Patrick | October 1, 2025

As a natural part of my role here at the Chamber, I have the pleasure and privilege of serving on various boards and com­mittees that relate to our work. One such seat is on a local Credit Union Foun­dation’s board...

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