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National Newspaper Week: 250 years later, newspapers are still vital
By BENJY HAMM Director of the National Institute for Rural Journalism & Community Issues When the Declaration of Independence was signed 250 years ago, newspapers throughout the colonies shared the…
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First-ever Elwood Art Walk set for Saturday
The Hope Center windows offer a community painting project with the prompt, “Community means to me…,” with space for visitors to complete the sentence throughout the night. Steven Murrey photo…
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Asking Eric: Parents want to be included in vacation activities despite mobility challenges
By R. ERIC THOMASTribune Content AgencyDear Eric: My husband and I have had many wonderful trips with my parents over the years. We have always invited them on our family…
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Arrests Elwood police arrested Herman George Idlewine III, 62, of Alexandria, on Wednesday, Sept. 30 for public intoxication (drugs), resisting law enforcement, battery – bodily injury, and intimidation. Elwood police arrested Brittany Nichole James, 36, of Elwood, on Thursday, Oct. 1 for failure to appear. Elwood police arrested Shane Tyler Mikesell, 35, of Elwood, on…
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Community

Celebrating America 250
PerkinsvilleBy STEPHEN JACKSONMadison County HistorianLocation: Perkinsville; Jackson TownshipWilliam Parkins, an early Perkinsville settler, arrived in the fall of 1825 with his wife and seven children. Over the years, he became a key member of the community.Upon arrival, Mr. Parkins pitched a tent on the north bank of White River where the town now stands. Soon…
Elwood routsChristel House
Elwood’s Deacon Gregg (9) rushed for 203 yards and a touchdown in the Panthers’ win over Christel House on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026. Brian Dockery photo By MICHELLE GARMONRGarmon@cherryroad.comELWOOD, Ind.…
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- Panthers blank Logansport on senior night
- Elwood beats Wabash in 8-man football
- Tipton, Alexandria advance to championship
Opinion

National Newspaper Week: 250 years later, newspapers are still vital
By BENJY HAMM Director of the National Institute for Rural Journalism & Community Issues When the Declaration of Independence was signed 250 years ago, newspapers throughout the colonies shared the life-changing news with their readers.…
- National Newspaper Week: 250 years later, newspapers are still vital
- Mother’s Day as a full-time single dad
- People Speak
Conversations
First-ever Elwood Art Walk set for Saturday
The Hope Center windows offer a community painting project with the prompt, “Community means to me…,” with space for visitors to complete the sentence throughout the night. Steven Murrey photo By STEVEN MURREYManaging Editorsmurrey@cherryroad.comUptown Elwood…
Lifestyle
Asking Eric: Parents want to be included in vacation activities despite mobility challenges
By R. ERIC THOMASTribune Content AgencyDear Eric: My husband and I have had many wonderful trips with my parents over the years. We have always invited them on our family vacations with the kids and…


