County Preparing New Signage Ordinance for All Parking Lots
Adams County is drafting a new ordinance to standardize parking‑lot signage across all county‑owned properties, including required ordinance‑number postings.
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County Reviews New Justice Center Layout
Adams County commissioners reviewed a new Justice Center layout from Elevatus and scheduled a courthouse walk‑through with Garmong and SEI as planning moves into the refinement stage.
Who Values Your Adams County Home?
Feeling property tax sticker shock? Learn how Adams County moved from manual assessments to XSoft CAMA software, why values are spiking 12% statewide, and the Indiana laws that still require a human touch in your home’s valuation.
Tell Us Your Story — We Want to Feature You
Discover how the Decatur Herald celebrates local talent through its Hidden Gems series. Share your hobby or small business story and be featured alongside community creators like Kevin Piercy of Hidden Treasures Antiques and Goods.
Self-Defense or False Security? The Reality of “Less-Lethal” Launchers and Sprays
Are less-lethal launchers and pepper sprays effective for self-defense? Discover the pros, cons, and reality of using these tools against high-risk threats.