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Duty changes with birth of LaGrange soldier's son

2012-05-26T22:20:52-04:00

Usually when people think of American veterans they think of men in uniform. More often today, than in yesteryear, the veteran is a woman. In tune with the times, the military has made accommodations for this increase in female recruits.

Fairfield graduates ready for the next step

2012-05-26T17:00:08-04:00

Fairfield High School held its 44th commencement Friday night in its school gymnasium, handing out 145 diplomas.

Westview seniors graduate Friday night

2012-05-26T14:00:26-04:00

Westview High School held its 46th commencement Friday night in its school gymnasium, handing out 97 diplomas.

RV shipments up in April

2012-05-26T11:00:00-04:00

Wholesale shipments of recreational vehicles rose 9.8 percent in April compared to the same month in 2011.

UPDATE: Police release names of two killed in Bristol motorcycle crash

2012-05-26T09:41:35-04:00

Two Elkhart residents were killed Friday night when the motorcycle they were riding crashed along Ind. 15 as they fled police.

Police probe possible fatal crash near Bristol

2012-05-25T23:45:08-04:00

Elkhart County rescue crews responded to a possible double fatal traffic crash on Ind. 15 just south of C.R. 112 at 9:13 p.m. Friday night. Ind. 15 was closed to non-emergency traffic and a Samaritan medical helicopter landed at the scene to assist with rescue efforts.

Goshen teen who shot himself Tuesday arrested for using sawed-off gun in robbery

2012-05-25T21:02:04-04:00

A 17-year-old male recently admitted to IU Health Goshen Hospital for a self-inflicted gunshot wound has been arrested in connection with the robbery of a BP gas station in Goshen this past Sunday.

Wild phlox can be found this time of year

2012-05-25T19:00:40-04:00

Nature’s bounty can sometimes produce unexpected beauty in the form of wildflowers that can pop up anywhere and everywhere. They can be some of the most exhilarating because of the unusual colors, the delicacy of the blossoms, or simply their choice of location to grow.

Rinker Foundation donates $5,000 for new ‘learning’ toys

2012-05-25T17:00:46-04:00

SYRACUSE — The kids are happy. The teachers are excited. The director is pleased. Best of all, at Lakeland Learning Center is using new educational toys to prepare preschoolers to hit the ground running in kindergarten.

Syracuse town manager says changes can be difficult

2012-05-25T15:00:31-04:00

SYRACUSE — Local residents want to know when the piers will be put in for those who swim near the Oakwood Inn. Other concerns revolve around trees on the property, the new waste management and water bills being sent since the town annexed the area several months ago.