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The Indiana Department of Transportation will close the southbound I‑469 off‑ramp to State Road 37 on or after May 8 as crews continue full‑depth pavement replacement on the southeast side of Allen County. The closure at Exit 25 is expected to last about two months, with drivers directed to use U.S. 24/Rose Avenue or the northbound ramp as alternate routes.
After months of review, Adams County commissioners say a revised downtown plan that reuses the historic courthouse and adds a smaller support building may offer the most workable solution for the Justice Center project.
The new USDA standards aim to eliminate “food deserts” by ensuring that even small convenience stores provide substantial nutritional options. Under the previous 2016 standards, retailers were required to carry three varieties in each staple category. The 2026 rule more than doubles these requirements.
Braun’s Gas‑Tax Pause Brings Short‑Term Relief; Adams County Drivers Could See Prices Dip Ahead of Memorial Day