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NWI Forum, Ports of Indiana formalize partnership • Northwest Indiana Business Magazine
The Northwest Indiana Forum and the Ports of Indiana are partnering on multiple strategic initiatives to build the economic vitality of the Region.
The partnership will focus on trade expansion, economic development and environmentally friendly shipping projects in Northwest Indiana.
“We are excited to partner with the Ports of Indiana,” said Heather Ennis, president and CEO of the Northwest Indiana Forum, in a press release. “Having a deep freshwater port in our area gives Northwest Indiana a competitive advantage. We look forward to strengthening the impact this asset can have as we grow the economy of the Region together.”
The Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor’s economic impact tops $4.6 billion a year statewide.
“This new partnership will help us chart a high-speed course for regional growth, port development and collaboration in Northwest Indiana,” said Ports of Indiana CEO Jody Peacock. “The Northwest Indiana Forum has been a tremendous resource for our ports and our state for many years, and we’re thrilled to expand our partnership and formalize our strategic objectives so that we can jointly tackle more complex challenges and bigger opportunities than ever before.”
The two groups also are considering new sites for economic development that would benefit from various modes of transportation.
Ports of Indiana is a member of the Forum and is committed to greater participation in the organization, along with a possible slot on the board of directors.
The Forum’s membership includes 140 organizations in the seven-county Region. The Ports of Indiana was established in 1961 and operates three ports on the Ohio River and Lake Michigan.
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Indiana sheriff busted for theft after GPS locator ties him to stolen election campaign signs
VERNON, Ind. (WANE) A grand jury last week indicted the Jennings County Sheriff on multiple charges following a six month investigation by Indiana State Police involving the alleged theft of campaign signs.
In November 2025, Troopers from the Indiana State Police-Versailles Post were contacted by a candidate for Jennings County Sheriff, who reported having campaign signs stolen that had been placed around area roadways. The candidate then placed a GPS locator device on one of his signs. When that sign was stolen, he tracked it to a dumpster located on the property of Jennings County Sheriff William “Kenny” Freeman, Jr.
Troopers went to Freeman’s property and retrieved the sign and the GPS locator from Freeman’s dumpster. They also found other campaign signs in the dumpster including a sign for a Jennings County Judge candidate, who also reported having campaign signs stolen.
Soon after troopers located the stolen signs in Freeman’s possession, Freeman issued tickets to both political candidates related to the placement of their signs.
Because the investigation involved an acting sheriff, a request was made for both a Special Prosecutor and Judge. The Dearborn and Ohio Counties Prosecuting Attorney Lynn Deddens was appointed along with Ripley County Superior Judge Jeffery Sharp. The case was presented to a Jennings County Grand Jury this past Thursday.
The Grand Jury reviewed the case and indicted Freeman on the following charges:
*Theft (2 counts)-Class A Misdemeanor
*Official Misconduct-Level 6 Felony
*Obstruction of Justice-Level 6 Felony
*Perjury-Level 6 Felony
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Where to watch Indiana Fever vs Washington Mystics on June 8: TV channel, start time and streaming
The WNBA has returned with a brand new collective bargaining agreement and a league full of loaded rosters as the 2026 season tips off.
A rookie class headlined by Dallas Wings top pick Azzi Fudd, Minnesota’s Olivia Miles and Washington’s Lauren Betts is ready to make a mark in the pros while the defending champion Las Vegas Aces look to keep their dynasty alive with a fourth title in five years.
As the the season gets going under a new media rights deal, it can be tough to figure out which channel each team is playing on every night. Here’s everything you need to know to tune in when the Washington Mystics host the Indiana Fever on Monday.
What time is Indiana Fever vs Washington Mystics?
Tip off between the Washington Mystics and Indiana Fever is scheduled for 7 p.m. (ET) on Monday, June 8.
How to watch Indiana Fever vs Washington Mystics on Monday
All times Eastern and accurate as of Monday, June 8, 2026, at 6:11 a.m.
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