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Dear Eric: My 35-year-old niece married a 45-year-old man with two teenage kids in a small ceremony. I have always been close with her. My sister and my niece have had a somewhat up-and-down relationship. They are each strong-willed.
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Orestes police arrested Mark Leon Smotherman, 21, of Muncie, on Thursday, Oct. 16 for resisting law enforcement, reckless driving, and possession of marijuana.
Sheridan ousts Panthers, Eagles on way to title
Elwood, Frankton and Tipton saw their volleyball seasons come to an end in last week’s sectional action.
Asking Eric
Dear Eric: My husband and I have been married for 40 years. He has two adult sons in their 60s and I have an adult daughter in her 50s. Over the years we have helped one son, who has two children and my daughter, who has one child, while they were going through divorces with large sums of money in order for them to keep their houses. We have contributed to all three grandkids with college 529 funds.
City Council holds public hearing for proposed Municipal Building project
The Elwood City Council met in a special meeting on Monday, Oct. 13, to hear additional details on a proposed $5.1 million Municipal Building renovation project and to solicit input from the public.
Indiana McDonald’s restaurants to donate 10 percent of digital Sales to local high school athletics
McDonald’s owner operators throughout Indiana will be raising funds for local high school athletics on October 21. During the High School Digital Fundraiser Day, 184 schools across Indiana, including Elwood Jr-Sr High School, will earn 10 percent of all sales purchased through the McDonald’s app.
City Council approves 2026 budget
The Elwood City Council met Monday evening for a regular meeting at the Municipal Building.
Tipton man charged with attempted murder
A 32-year-old Tipton man was arrested Wednesday, Oct. 1 after allegedly shooting another man at a local residence, Indiana State Police said in a press release issued last Thursday.
Whistle Stop Bread hits the road, market in Alexandria
Last week, Alexandria native and resident, Becky Allen, realized a dream come true when she launched a soft opening of Whistle Stop Bread Company. Allen, describes herself as the founder, owner, baker, and yes, driver, of the mobile business.