LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Hearing Thursday on Ind. 26 project (10/5/04)

A public hearing on the proposed reconstruction of Ind. 26 west of Portland — a project that is expect to cost more than $12 million — will be held Thursday night at Jay County High School.

Bryant sewer grant sought (10/6/04)

Help could be on the way for a severe problem with storm water run-off and sewage in Bryant that has, in some cases, caused water to spray like a fountain from toilets located in homes.

Pumps to be replaced

Thanks to a decision by the Portland Board of Works, area residents won’t have to worry about being able to flush their toilets.

Drainage plans OK'd for projects (10/11/04)

Approval of drainage plans for three local projects — a new extreme sports park in Portland and expansion of two rural Portland churches — was given this morning by the Jay County Drainage Board.

Political newcomers in race (10/11/04)

A couple of political novices are vying for the North District seat on the Jay County Commissioners.

Fox optimistic about race

Melina Fox is optimistic.

Wagner, Barnett face off for coroner (10/14/04)

The woman appointed Jay County Coroner earlier this year will face off against a former two-term holder of that office in the general election on Nov. 2.

Red Gold to expand warehouse (10/14/04)

A major processor of tomato products is set to make a serious investment in a warehouse site in Jay County.

Lt. Gov. backs Liggett campaign (10/19/04)

Indiana’s first female lieutenant governor has thrown her support — and that of Indiana’s governor — behind a veteran Jay County legislator.

Liggett, Davis vie for Dist. 33 seat (10/20/04)

During five previous re-election campaigns, State Rep. Ron Liggett hasn’t had a really close call.

Lugar backs Davis' run (10/18/04)

A Portland businessman’s bid to win a seat in the Indiana House of Representatives received an endorsement Saturday from the longest-serving U.S. Senator in Indiana’s history.

Redkey considers zoning options (10/18/04)

More than two years after beginning efforts to adopt its own zoning ordinance, the town of Redkey might be ready to ask for some help.

Angle parking OK'd (10/19/04)

A Portland business now has room to grow.

Local absentee voting rate up (10/28/04)

Two changes — one to state law and the other to a new electronic voting system — have likely triggered an increase in the number of people voting early in Jay County.

Collett to quit Redkey council (10/19/04)

REDKEY — Local Republican party members here will soon be asked to choose a replacement for the lone GOP member on the town council.
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