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Fugitive Captured After Deputy Hit in Williams County

(WILLIAMS COUNTY) - A Williams County man who had been evading police for weeks is now behind bars. Authorities say he struck a sheriff's deputy with his vehicle during a December pursuit.Zachary McCague, 33, of Edon, was arrested Tuesday and arraigned on felony charges tied to a Dec. 8 incident ...

Mike Meeks Files to Run for Steuben County Sheriff

(ANGOLA) - Mike Meeks has officially filed paperwork to run for Steuben County sheriff, becoming the first candidate to submit filing documents as the election window opened.In a campaign press release, Meeks said filing early reflects his commitment to the campaign and his focus on connecting d...

Angola Fire Department Hiring Full-Time Firefighters

(ANGOLA) - The Angola Fire Department is looking to add new firefighters to its ranks.The department is accepting applications to fill two full-time firefighter positions. Officials say they're seeking candidates who are motivated, professional, and ready to serve the community.Applicants must be...

GM cuts more than 1,100 jobs at Detroit-area EV plant

(HAMTRAMCK, MI) - General Motors is laying off more than 1,100 employees at its Factory Zero plant in Hamtramck, a move union officials say reflects shifting demand in the electric vehicle market.The layoffs are permanent, according to UAW Local 22, which represents workers at the facility. Unio...

Weber Named Executive Director of Student Success at Trine University

(ANGOLA) - Trine University has welcomed Justin Weber as its new executive director of student success, bringing to the role a strong background in teaching, school leadership and student-centered innovation.In his new position, Weber oversees departments within the Office of Student Success and ...

Art With a "Bug" Twist: Shane Morris Exhibit Opens at APAA

(ANGOLA) - The Angola Performing Arts Academy and Youth Art Gallery is welcoming the public to the January 16th opening of a new exhibit by artist Shane Morris, whose work blends art and entomology in unexpected and eye-catching ways.The show features striking pieces created using vintage insect ...

After-School Art Club Launches for Youth at APAA

(ANGOLA) - Angola Performing Arts Academy and Youth Art Gallery will offer an eight-week after-school art club for students ages 10-15 beginning Jan. 21.The Art Club will meet Wednesdays from 4-6 p.m. through March 11 at the Angola Performing Arts Academy, 45 S. Public Square in Angola. The progr...

Olson Re-Elected Mayor Pro Tem in Brief Council Meeting

(ANGOLA) - Angola's Common Council took less than three minutes Monday night to re-elect Dave Olson as mayor pro tempore.Olson, who represents District B, was the only nomination for the position, which designates a council member to serve as mayor in the event Mayor Dave Martin is unavailable. B...

Chili, Cookies, and Chamber Leaders: Business After Hours on January 22

(ANGOLA) - The Steuben County business community is kicking off 2026 with food, networking, and a little friendly competition.The Angola Chamber of Commerce will host a special Business After Hours event, "Heat & Sweet - Meet & Greet," on Thursday, January 22, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at CoWor...

(INDIANAPOLIS) - A Fort Wayne state lawmaker has introduced legislation designed to provoke a direct confrontation over Indiana's use of the death penalty by placing responsibility for executions squarely on lawmakers themselves.State Rep. Robert Morris, R-Fort Wayne, filed House Bill 1287 for th...