Articles by Melissa Jacobs

More than 500 high school juniors and seniors from across the Greater Lafayette region are expected to meet face-to-face with hiring managers during the fourth annual HireME! interviewing and career fair, taking place April 29 […]

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a series of overnight traffic restrictions that will impact I-65 in Boone County between State Road 32 and S.R. 47 (140-146-mile markers). Beginning on or after Thursday, April 2, […]

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a lane closure is planned on U.S. 31 for concrete repairs in Kokomo. Beginning on or after Thursday, April 9, the left lane of U.S. 31 northbound will be […]

Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced a new license plate design for veterans and disabled veterans of the United States Space Force.       The Space Force license plates will be available to Indiana residents […]

The Indianapolis International Airport (IND) is rolling out the welcome mat for fans traveling to Indy for the 2026 NCAA Men’s Final Four, as well as the Division II and Division III championships and National […]

Have questions about chocolate, candy hunts, or who really hides all those eggs? You’re in luck! The Easter Bunny will be hopping onto Partyline with Cindy Loveless and Melissa Miller on Friday, April 3 to […]

Special Olympics Indiana has launched a statewide raffle aimed at raising funds to support athletes and programming across the state, including local county programs. The fundraiser features several major incentives for participants, including large cash […]

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure in connection with a local project. Beginning on or after Wednesday, April 1, Grant Street will close between Washington Street and Indianapolis Avenue for complete road […]

On March 24, 2026 at approximately 6:12p.m., Kokomo Police Officers were dispatched to a stabbing that had just occurred in the 800-block of North Main Street. Upon officers’ arrival, they located a female United States […]

Travelers flying out of Indianapolis International Airport (IND) should prepare for significantly increased passenger traffic during the Spring Break travel period from March 25 through April 13, 2026, airport officials announced Wednesday. Passengers are strongly […]

On March 21, the Lebanon Police Department responded to a report of alleged animal abuse. During the investigation, the complainant stated they observed and recorded video of a K9 handler with the Frankfort Police Department […]

In the last three years, Ivy Tech Community College supporters from around the state have donated more than $1 million to support students in their academic journey. On April 21, we will be sharing stories […]

Clinton County Clerk Stephanie Harshbarger is reminding those who aren’t already registered to vote in the Primary Election on Tuesday, May 5th, that they have two weeks left to do so. The deadline to register […]

Today, on National Agriculture Day, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced the launch of a national public awareness campaign to inform meat, poultry, and egg producers of the “Product of USA” voluntary labeling […]

 In April, Witham Health Services will host support groups and community education classes, as well as a blood drive and a fundraiser led by its volunteer organization. Support Groups and Education Witham will host the […]

St. Matthew Community Preschool is marking a major milestone in 2026 as it celebrates 50 years of serving local families and children. What began as a small initiative by St. Matthew United Methodist Church—with just […]

Troopers from the Indiana State Police Lafayette District conducted targeted enforcement patrols on Friday and Saturday focusing on aggressive and reckless driving as traffic increases during spring break travel. The patrols were concentrated along Interstate […]

The Department of Natural Resources Division of Historic Preservation & Archaeology is now accepting grant applications for the fiscal year 2026 Historic Preservation Fund (HPF). Applications are only accepted through the State of Indiana’s Grant […]

As tournament season sweeps across the country, the Indianapolis Zoo is inviting the public to take part in a bracket-style competition with a powerful purpose: protecting the planet’s most vulnerable species. Nearly 50,000 species worldwide […]

Witham Health Services has announced that the health system is now accepting applications from community organizations seeking sponsorship support for events and initiatives taking place during the second half of 2026. “Through our community sponsorship […]

Frankfort students once again had a strong showing at the Lafayette Regional Science and Engineering Fair, with 60 students in grades 5-8 representing the Community Schools of Frankfort. Competing against students from a 12-county area […]