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Elwood Heritage Center and Museum celebrates America250

America250 is a year long celebration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence 250 years ago on July 4, 1776. Now through July 4, 2026, there will be several events planned on the county, state and national levels. The Elwood Heritage Center and Museum will also be planning events and creating a book of memories. Currently our window display reflects the birthdays of our country’s United States Navy and the United States Marine Corps. The Navy celebrates 250 years in October. The Marine Corps celebrates 250 years in November.

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Daily Report

Elwood police arrested Jean Ann Stewart, 52, of Elwood, on Wednesday, Sept. 17 for possession of a syringe or needle, maintaining a common nuisance, and on a 10-day hold for violation of probation.

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Red Gold Crush Hunger Saturday gives back to local communities

Red Gold is excited to announce its annual Crush Hunger Saturday that will take place October 11 in downtown Elwood. This three-part event includes the 14th Annual Run to Crush Hunger, 37th Annual Red Gold Chili Cook-Off and Colts Blue Saturday. For the fourteenth year in a row, the Run to Crush Hunger unites local communities to promote healthy and active lifestyles, while fighting hunger in Central Indiana by giving back to local food banks. The Red Gold Run to Crush Hunger features a 5k run and 1 mile family walk and each race participant will help provide 120 meals to families in need.

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Alexandria man charged after violent incident in rural Madison, Grant Counties

Earlier this month, Madison County Sheriff Deputies were contacted by the Grant County Sheriff’s Department in reference to a battery/attempted murder that had occurred in rural Madison County. Madison County police learned Grant County Deputies responded to investigate an incident where a female victim had been beaten with an ax.

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