Community News
Hub-and-Spoke Training Sites Complete, Expanding Access for Indiana Firefighters
Indiana Governor Mike Braun says the state's Hub-and-Spoke training sites are complete. "This is a great accomplishment for our state, especially our first responders," said Governor Braun. "We saw a gap, and we filled it. Now, firefighters are able to be trained within 30 miles of their community. This...
8h ago
ProPEL State Road 2 Community Office Hours in New Carlisle
In the La Porte/St. Joseph County area, the ProPEL State Road 2 Study Team will host community office hours during the Hometown Days Festival in New Carlisle Friday, July 24, 2026, 4-7pm Eastern, 3-6pm Central. They're seeking input from residents, business owners, and local stakeholders to identify current transportat...
8h ago
Congressman Mrvan Announces $5 Million Infrastructure Grant for Whiting
In Whiting, the city is getting a $5 million infrastructure grant to advance its Rail Corridor Overpass Project. The funding is from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant program. Officials say the at-grade railroad crossings have long created a barri...
Jul 23, 2026
Music News
Tony Thorpe, Guitarist and Songwriter for The Rubettes, Dies at 80
Tony Thorpe, guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter for The Rubettes, has died at the age of 80. His family shared the news, saying he passed away peacef...
11h ago
Phil Collins Says He Still Hopes to Record New Music
Phil Collins says the idea of making new music is still on his mind, even after years of health challenges. Speaking on the Sodajerker on Songwriting ...
Jul 22, 2026
Rush Reportedly Discussing Las Vegas Sphere Residency
Rush may be preparing for a major run of concerts in Las Vegas, with industry reports indicating that the band is in talks for a residency at the Sphe...
Jul 21, 2026
