INDIANAPOLIS — A Clarksville man is facing more than 20 federal charges after investigators say he scammed investors out of more than $1 million.

SPEED — U.S. 31 has reopened in Clark County after a non-injury train collision Wednesday morning.

JEFFERSONVILLE — A nationally recognized real estate developer has agreed to purchase its first tract of land at the River Ridge Commerce Center, where it plans to build a Class A industrial building that could bring hundreds of jobs to the region.

CLARKSVILLE — Students will begin classes at Clarksville Community Schools this week, but after their first day back to school, they will be learning from home for a couple of weeks.

CHARLESTOWN — A U.S. District Court judge has issued a partial summary judgment in favor of PETA in an Endangered Species Act case the organization brought in 2017 against Charlestown roadside zoo Wildlife in Need.

SELLERSBURG — A student at Rock Creek Community Academy in Sellersburg has tested positive for COVID-19, the school administration confirmed Tuesday.

CORYDON — A Charlestown man arrested Monday in Corydon is now facing multiple drug felony charges in Harrison County.

Arbor Day Foundation giving trees to new members

CHARLESTOWN — A class at Pleasant Ridge Elementary School in Charlestown is quarantining for two weeks after a staff member tested positive for COVID-19.

The American Red Cross is looking for volunteers in anticipation of a busy wildfire and hurricane season this summer.

Systemwide, across its eight hospitals, physician offices, and other provider and outpatient locations, Baptist Health has passed the 100,000 mark in testing for COVID-19.

After a long and productive 45-year career, Patsy Weber has retired from Rauch Industries of New Albany.

LANESVILLE — A Harrison County high school has reported three new COVID-19 cases days after their return back to school Wednesday, WAVE 3 News reports.

JEFFERSONVILLE — What passed as a breeze on a smoldering summer afternoon brought with it an odor of sewage from a nearby treatment plant.

SELLERSBURG — Ivy Tech Community College in Sellersburg is providing free workforce certification programs with funding from the state’s Workforce Ready Grant.

Sisters of Providence to livestream ecumenical Taizé Prayer

Let’s face it. Most of you reading my column find it interesting, but don’t go as deep into the BBQ world as to smoke Boston butts and beef briskets. Most of your outdoor cooking would entail grilling things like burgers, brats, hotdogs and chicken. Heck, I would say the majority of my outdo…

CLARKSVILLE — A Southern Indiana IT business has expanded significantly with a new location in Clarksville.

WASHINGTON — The coronavirus pandemic sent the U.S. economy plunging by a record-shattering 32.9% annual rate last quarter and is still inflicting damage across the country, squeezing already struggling businesses and forcing a wave of layoffs that shows no sign of abating.

SOUTHERN INDIANA — As local schools proceed with reopening or prepare to start classes, contingency plans for scenarios involving students, teachers or staff members testing positive for COVID-19 are major considerations for Southern Indiana districts.

This is not my typical column. In fact, the main body of it was written by my friend, Stacey Moore Craig from Greenville. I’ve known Stacey for more than 16 years — was at her wedding when she married my son’s good friend. I celebrated births and many birthdays with them; enjoyed some of her…

UPDATE: Two people were hospitalized at Baptist Health Floyd with minor injuries. New Chapel EMS and Lafayette Township Fire Department responded. 

Cold treats and hot summer evenings seem to go together. If you are looking for an easy alternative to ice cream, Magic Salad incorporates fruit and does not have a lot of extra sugar.

INDIANA — Friends and colleagues of former Indiana Gov. Joseph Kernan say the Vietnam veteran and longtime politician leaves an indelible mark on his state and country.

JEFFERSONVILLE — Two people are facing multiple felonies after police say they were found in a Clarksville motel over the weekend in possession of several kinds of drugs, some with apparent intent to sell.

SOUTHERN INDIANA — Though still not back to pre-pandemic levels, a jobs report issued Wednesday showed encouraging signs for the region.

JEFFERSONVILLE — The Jeffersonville City Council will have a public hearing Monday night regarding a proposed zoning amendment that would clarify where alcohol and drug rehabilitation clinics can be located.