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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…
- National Newspaper Week: 250 years later, newspapers are still vital
- Mother’s Day as a full-time single dad
- People Speak
- Beyond Reason with Rob Perez
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Fundraiser Postponed The fundraiser sale of Grandma’s Soaps and Stuff that was scheduled at IU Tipton Hospital today, Thursday, Oct. 29, has been canceled and will be rescheduled at a…
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- A perfect fall day for the Red Gold Chili Cook-Off
- First-ever Elwood Art Walk set for Saturday
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Lifestyle

Asking Eric: Friend’s paranoia keeps her away from medical help
By R. ERIC THOMASTribune Content AgencyDear Eric: I’m 82 years old. I live in a retirement home where I’ve made two close friends, Wilma and Janet.Out of all of us,…
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BZA, Planning Commission The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet today, Thursday, Nov. 5 at 5:30 p.m. at the Municipal Building. The Planning Commission will also meet, beginning at 6 p.m. Leaf Collection The City of Elwood Street Department will be collecting leaves throughout the city this fall. Leaf collection routes follow the same routes…
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- Voters reject proposed operating referendum for Elwood school district
- Suspect in Shahnavaz murder drops bid to represent himself
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Celebrating America 250
Log cabins remains suggest pre-1838 constructionBy STEPHEN JACKSONLocation: Undisclosed – Union TownshipIn Union Township, a log cabin is encased within a barn. The owner has requested that the location not be revealed.The owner’s grandfather built the barn around the cabin many years ago with the express purpose of protecting it against the elements and keeping…
Elwood, Frankton tip off seasons
Elwood’s Samantha Dockery drives to the basket during Elwood’s varsity girls basketball scrimmage at Clinton Prairie last week. Dennis Johnson photo Lady Panthers Schedule Nov. 5 – at Eastern Nov.…
- Elwood, Frankton tip off seasons
- Frankton’s Thompson named to All-CIC volleyball team
- Elwood’s San Miguel named All-CIC in boys soccer
- Elwood’s Cannon, Frankton trio named All-CIC
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
Briefs
Fundraiser Postponed The fundraiser sale of Grandma’s Soaps and Stuff that was scheduled at IU Tipton Hospital today, Thursday, Oct. 29, has been canceled and will be rescheduled at a later date. Trick-or-Treating Hours The…
- Briefs
- A perfect fall day for the Red Gold Chili Cook-Off
- First-ever Elwood Art Walk set for Saturday
Lifestyle

Asking Eric: Friend’s paranoia keeps her away from medical help
By R. ERIC THOMASTribune Content AgencyDear Eric: I’m 82 years old. I live in a retirement home where I’ve made two close friends, Wilma and Janet.Out of all of us, Wilma’s health is the worst.…


