Archive for April 2026
How to Protect Brain Health
(StatePoint) Americans overwhelmingly say brain health matters deeply as they age, ranking it on par with — or even above — physical health. Yet despite this concern, most adults acknowledge they do not know how to protect or maintain their cognitive health, according to the 2026 “Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures” report and a new…
Read MoreEvery Eligible Scholarship Player Returns to Purdue, Painter
For many years, the sign “Defense Lives Here” has been displayed in Mackey Arena. Maybe there also should be a placard declaring “Loyalty Lives Here.” Do not underestimate the fact that every eligible scholarship player is returning to Purdue for the 2026-27 season. Whether or not Purdue adds a player or two from the transfer…
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Westfield Library Launches New Strategic Plan
The Westfield Washington Public Library has introduced a new three-year strategic plan aimed at strengthening its role as a community hub. Executive Director Sheryl Sollars said the plan reflects a shift from past efforts focused on expanding physical space to enhancing services, programs, and community connections. The library moved into a new 43,000 square-foot space…
Read MoreSpeech Marks 81st Anniversary of Ernie Pyle’s Death
Speech Marks 81st Anniversary of Ernie Pyle’s Death One of the most famous war correspondents in U.S. history was Indiana’s Ernie Pyle. His work during World War II was read by millions and carried in newspapers and magazines across the country. He was killed on April 18, 1945 in battle. On the 81st anniversary of his…
Read MoreWitham Hosts Fundraiser, Mother’s Day Raffle
The Witham Health Services Volunteer Organization will host a fundraiser with Merle Norman Boutique and Spa on Thursday, April 23, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the main entrance of Witham Health Services at 2605 North Lebanon Street in Lebanon. Shop from a variety of products and brands, including Brighton earrings, necklaces bracelets, and totes, Ambre…
Read MoreTimmons Ripped for Ripping on Trump
4-22-26 From the reaction to my questioning the actions of one Donald J. Trump last week, I may well be back down to three or four readers. Some folks were pretty ticked off that a lowly vagabond newspaperman would dare question the Don. What is it about this guy that inflames us so much? By…
Read MoreThe Ignorant, But Vicious Town Cow and Other Weirdness
From Time to Thyme By Paula Dunn I didn’t have anything in particular planned for this week, so I dug into my files and pulled out a few of the odd and/or funny items I’ve run across in the old newspapers. Some, like this warning from the Sept. 19, 1890 Hamilton County Ledger, really need to…
Read MoreUsed Bike Sale, Donation Day May 16
A used bicycle sale and donation day will be held Saturday, May 16, from 10 a.m. to noon, sponsored by Good Samaritan Network of Hamilton County’s Recycled Cycles. The event will be held at the Recycled Cycles repair shop at 810 E. Main St. in Westfield. The shop is located at the top of the…
Read MoreSheridan Schools Celebrate Godby Stadium
Monday evening, April 13th, Sheridan softball fanatics gathered at the new Godby Stadium for the opening matchup. The night also served as the dedication to the new facility, Godby Home Furnishings Stadium. The evening both honored the future and legacy of Blackhawk athletics, specifically the softball program. High School Principal, Rick Davis, opened the evening…
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