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Memorial Day
A uniquely American holiday, Memorial Day honors those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving the in the U.S. Armed Forces. Observed the last Monday in May, the holiday began with the tradition of decorating Civil War fallen’s graves. The first decorating of Confederate graves that evolved into Memorial Day was observed June 3, 1861,…
Indiana Construction on I-65
Although summer has not officially started, construction season is in full swing. INDOT has announced the changes being made to I-65, including the stretch that includes Lafayette, beginning on June 15, 2015. This particular project will widen the highway in the area and will continue until fall 2017. Expect lane closures, ramp closures, and speed limit changes.…
Fireworks Safety
The Lee Resolution of Independence was adopted in a closed session by the Continental Congress July 2, 1776. From the beginning, though, Americans have celebrated the date on the Declaration of Independence, which was adopted two days later. Since then, every July 4th, families, friends, and communities across the country celebrate Independence Day with frankfurters,…
Tragic Indiana Truck Accident
A tragic accident has claimed the lives of five people, including two small children, traveling south on I-65 in Tippecanoe County, Indiana. A semi-truck driver failed to slow down when entering a clearly marked construction zone, rear ending and sending one vehicle into a ditch, killing its driver. Subsequently, the semi continued to rear end an SUV,…
