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Rabies Case Confirmed in Henry County, Indiana – Public Health Advisory
A live bat found in Baker Park on July 11 tested positive for rabies. The Henry County Health Department urges residents to vaccinate their pets against the rabies virus and keep their distance from local wildlife. No human or pet contacts with the rabid bat have been reported. Anyone who suspects they or their pets have had recent contact with a bat in Baker Park should reach out to the Henry County Health Department for a rabies risk assessment. For risk assessments, call (765) 521-7059 and choose Option #2 Local residents can take the following steps to prevent rabies: • Make sure to vaccinate pets against rabies • Do not feed, touch, or handle wild animals • Keep all pets, including dogs, cats and ferrets, indoors or on a leash • Keep your distance from any animal that looks sick or is acting strangely and report the case to the Indiana Department of Natural Resources Division of Fish & Wildlife Health Program at on.IN.gov/sickwildlife • Contact local animal control or law enforcement to remove stray animals from your neighborhood Rabies is a viral infection primarily spread in saliva through the bite of an infected animal. Three bats have tested positive for rabies in Indiana so far this year. Rabid bats have been found somewhere in the state every year since 1965. It’s not always possible to tell if an animal has rabies just by looking at it. The only way to know for sure is to have it tested. Animals with rabies typically act strangely, and some may be aggressive and try to bite people or other animals or act shy or be dull and unresponsive. Some rabid animals drool more than normal (“foaming at the mouth”), but this isn’t always the case. Members of the public should not approach or touch bats or any other wild animals, even those that appear healthy. Rabies in people is almost always fatal, but it can be prevented with prompt treatment after a bite. If you believe that you may have been exposed to rabies, immediately contact a healthcare provider.
July 15, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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Courier-Times Managing Editor Travis Weik and reporter Katie Clontz attended the Society of Professional Journalists awards banquet May 2.

They won third place in the "Best Non-Deadline Story or Series" category (publication circulation below 10,000). for a series about the 2024 solar eclipse.
May 7, 2025 at 6:19 PM
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Indiana newspapers rallying at Statehouse March 19 to fight for continued government transparency.

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Indiana’s Newspapers to Rally at Statehouse, Celebrate the Strength of Local News INDIANAPOLIS – A grassroots effort from newspapers all over the state will culminate in a rally at the Indiana Statehouse on Wednesday, March 19, at 11 a.m. to celebrate the vitality and power of Indiana’s newspaper industry. The rally, held in front of the Senate Chamber on the 3rd floor, aims to showcase the significant role newspapers play in communities across the state. Community newspapers from North to South are coming together in response to House Bill 1312, which proposes removing public notices from newspapers. The Hoosier State Press Association (HSPA), who has been opposing the bill, believes this legislation would severely undermine transparency and public access to vital information and harm local news. With the rally, our newspapers will highlight the numerous Hoosiers who work for, read, and support Indiana’s newspapers. HSPA has lent support to the newspapers organizing the rally, and is available to field questions. “Newspapers are the backbone of local communities, providing essential news, information, and public notices,” said Amelia McClure, HSPA Executive Director. “This rally is an opportunity to show lawmakers and the public the vibrant support for our industry and the critical services we provide. We are not just fighting a bill; we are celebrating the dedication of our employees and the loyalty of our readers.” Event Details: • Date: Wednesday, March 19 • Time: 11:00 a.m. • Location: Indiana Statehouse, 3rd Floor, in front of the Senate Chamber • Organizer: Community Newspapers Newspapers invite all members of the media to attend and cover the event.
March 14, 2025 at 6:39 PM
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Pick up a copy of Wednesday's The Courier-Times for the updated Hagerstown Winter Sports team page!

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Henry County IN now has a new system for sharing emergency notifications. Hyper-Reach sends emergency alerts to your device(s). It allows you to select what emergency alerts you wish to receive and how to receive them.
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January 6, 2025 at 5:34 PM
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The Indiana Dept. of Homeland Security shows that Henry County has been in a Yellow/Advisory travel status, as of 6:10 p.m. Sunday.

Local travel status is determined by the Henry County Commissioners and Henry County Emergency Management Agency.
January 6, 2025 at 5:31 PM