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Some predictions are that the Hoosier state may be in for a warm, dry winter because of the Super El Nino. “The Midwest will likely avoid the worst effects of the climate event,” noted Christopher Callahan who studies climate change at Indiana University’s O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He said “El Nino has its biggest effects in tropical regions, and so the Midwest is kind of a little bit removed from where the most extreme effects of El Nino will be. We do expect a relatively dry winter.”

The Indiana Fire Chiefs Association recently introduced the 2026-2027 Executive Board. The board was sworn in during the Annual Meeting of the Members on September 9. These dedicated leaders are committed to advancing the fire service and serving IFCA members across Indiana. Versailles Fire Rescue Chief Ben Sieverding, pictured second from right, was sworn in as 1st Vice President. Other board members sworn in included: President - Chief James Richey of Scottsburg Fire & Rescue, 2nd Vice President - Chief Eric Funkhouser of Whiteland Fire Department, 3rd Vice President - Chief James VanGorder of Zionsville Fire Department, Secretary/Treasurer - Chief Dustin Dillard of Monroe Fire Protection District and Past President - Matt McCullough of Riley Fire Department.

The 2026 boys soccer season came to an end for a pair of coverage area teams on Tuesday night as Batesville and Jac-Cen-Del were dealt opening round exits as part of the IHSAA Boys Soccer State Tournament.