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Walmart Supercenter in Columbus temporarily closed after a possible Freon leak
COLUMBUS— After employees reported a possible Freon leak, the Walmart Supercenter in Columbus was temporarily closed on Friday. According to a news release from the Columbus Police Department, the Columbus Fire Department was called to the Walmart Supercenter on Whitfield Drive after four employees reported being exposed to a Freon gas leak.
Sentencing of woman connected with Mexican drug cartel delayed
INDIANAPOLIS — A federal judge has pushed Allision Perdue’s sentencing after the Seymour woman who had ties to a Mexican drug cartel once run by notorious leader Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman has agreed to plead guilty to charges related to conspiracy to transport drugs from Mexico to Bartholomew County and elsewhere.
Merritt Chase to redesign Downtown Entrance Plaza in Columbus, Indiana
When architecture aficionados enter Columbus, Indiana, to bear witness to its myriad midcentury masterpieces, they often do so by passing through Downtown Entrance Plaza—a 1.5-acre green space split by State Road 46. Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates (MVVA) completed an attractive makeover for the circle in 2000, shortly after the iconic Robert N. Stewart Bridge was completed nearby. But today, the plaza is unkempt, and in need of another facelift.
Taylorsville man charged with voluntary manslaughter after fatal stabbing
EDINBURGH — Steven Gavin, 34, of Taylorsville, has been charged with voluntary manslaughter in connection to the fatal stabbing of a man in Edinburgh. The Johnson County Prosecutor’s Office announced Friday that Garvin will face charges of voluntary manslaughter, a Level 2 felony, and possession of methamphetamine, a Level 5 felony) after allegedly stabbing and killing 48-year-old Michael Gene Adair.
Ivy Tech campuses celebrate Class of 2024
Ivy Tech Community College Lake County celebrated the achievements of 300 graduates at its commencement ceremonies on May 10. The post Ivy Tech campuses celebrate Class of 2024 appeared first on Northwest Indiana Business Magazine.
Prosecutors request hearing for two insurrection suspects
Two Indiana men will appear in court after being arrested on insurrection charges stemming from events at the U.S. Capitol building on Jan. 6, 2021. The U.S. District of Columbia District Court is requesting an arraignment and status conference. A D.C. attorney filed an indictment May 9. James Behymer, 61,...
Seniors go out together as Stars conquer Seymour in regular-season finale
BEDFORD – Together, they took their final bows, exiting the field prior to the final out. Five seniors, bidding farewell with hugs and a happy ending. That’s the way Senior Night is supposed to conclude, with a victory and memories. Bedford North Lawrence honored its quintet in the...
BNL’s Voigtschild wins sectional title in 800
SEYMOUR – Bedford North Lawrence freshman Paige Voigtschild won the 800-meter race during the IHSAA girls track sectional at Seymour on Wednesday night. Voigtschild won a thrilling duel with Eastern Pekin’s Katie Hauner, edging her closest competitor by a scant .03 seconds to claim the blue ribbon. Voigtschild clocked 2:32.54 while earning a ticket to the regional. The top three finishers in each event advanced to the second stage of the state tournament series at Bloomington North.
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